Planning commission approves conditional‑use permit for short‑term rental at 2626 South 500 West

The Willard City Planning Commission on March 20 approved a conditional‑use permit allowing Molly Forbish to operate a short‑term rental in a basement unit at approximately 2626 South 500 West (Partial Number 020870005).

City staff reported that the CP review committee recommended approval after a site inspection and review of parking and safety plans. Staff said inspector Van completed a safety inspection and “didn't have any problems” and signed off on the unit’s safety items. Staff also told the commission the applicant will post a sign indicating a lower apartment and provide a written emergency plan for guests.

Forbish told the commission she has prior short‑term rental experience and said, “we're actually a super host…we've never had any problems. In fact, the majority of the folks that stay with us give us a 5 5 star review.” She confirmed the unit has two bedrooms and the applicant and staff indicated the occupancy limit is four people. Commissioners discussed parking constraints and noted vehicles may need to be parked tandem in the driveway; staff said certified neighborhood notices will be mailed on Monday.

After discussion about the sign, emergency plan, parking, and notification, a commissioner moved to approve the conditional‑use permit, another commissioner seconded, and the commission voted to approve by voice vote.

Next steps: staff will finalize the conditional‑use permit paperwork, mail certified neighborhood notices, and the applicant must comply with the posted‑sign and emergency‑plan requirements that staff described.