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City Council weighs allowing short-term rentals by special use permit after mixed public testimony
Summary
Council discussed amendments to allow vacation/short-term rentals in selected non-urban and residential districts by special use permit, drawing testimony from operators and neighbors. Council directed staff to research licensing models, limits and enforcement and to return with draft language.
The City Council debated whether to permit vacation or short-term rentals in parts of Effingham by special use permit and under what conditions.
City planner presented a proposed amendment that would allow vacation short-term rentals in certain non-urban (NU) and other districts by special use permit, with suggested safeguards: a minimum 2-acre lot size in NU areas, mandatory notification of residents within 300 feet, annual inspections and registration on listing platforms such as Airbnb and Vrbo. Staff also recommended occupancy and parking minimums and…
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