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Council reviews vacant-property ordinance with seasonal-occupancy and well-maintained exemptions
Summary
Councilors reviewed a revised vacant-property ordinance that adds exemptions for seasonal dwellings, active-duty military, buildings with active permits or marketing, and reduced fees for well-maintained owner-occupied properties; staff said the city attorney’s legal review was positive and fees will fund inspections and first-responder readiness.
Mayor Jeff Hyman introduced a revised draft vacant-property ordinance at the Aug. 4 council workshop and asked city staff to summarize changes that councilors had requested at earlier meetings.
A presenter for the ordinance told the council the draft incorporates previously raised concerns and that legal review found only minor edits were needed. The draft…
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