Neighbor complaints surface as council takes first reading on short‑term rental permit
Council held a first reading for a special-use permit for a short‑term rental at 3004 Don Hill Lane after hearing the owner say he stopped hosting while the permit was being sought and a neighbor describe repeated late‑night disturbances; staff and Planning & Zoning recommended disapproval and council discussed a one‑year trial permit and broader short‑term rental ordinance.
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Taylor City Council opened the public hearing Dec. 11 on ordinance 2026‑02, a special‑use permit request to allow a short‑term rental at 3004 Don Hill Lane. Staff told council the Planning & Zoning Commission recommended disapproval (4–1) and staff likewise recommended denial because of neighborhood concerns; staff suggested that, if the council ultimately approved a short‑term rental, it limit the permit term to one year so compliance can be reviewed.
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