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Commissioners debate home‑occupation limits, B&B rules and enforcement tools
Summary
After a public comment about a home‑based business, the commission spent significant time refining home‑occupation rules — debating parking, on‑site sales, hours, and whether to limit bed‑and‑breakfasts to owner‑occupied properties. Staff will return with specific permit conditions next month.
A written public comment from a resident, Ethan Johnson, prompted a detailed commission discussion about how the draft ordinance will treat home‑based businesses and short‑term lodging.
Staff outlined a two‑tier approach: minor home occupations (low traffic, largely in‑home activity) versus major home occupations (allowing on‑site customers, limited employees). Commissioners focused on enforceable metrics for major occupations — options included limiting the share of the dwelling used, capping gross…
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