Planning commission approves short‑term rental at North 90th Street after neighbors describe repeated large parties

The City Planning Commission voted 4–3 to recommend approval of a one‑year special‑use permit for a non‑owner‑occupied short‑term rental at 1710 North 90th Street despite repeated neighbor complaints about large parties and trespass at the property.

Applicant John Tener Badgely told the commission the home has passed required inspections, that bookings during the recent World Cup led to four completed stays without staff complaints, and that the operation will be professionally managed with a co‑host, local cleaners, a nine‑guest occupancy cap and a four‑vehicle limit. He said security cameras and an in‑person manager would monitor noise and occupancy.

Several neighbors urged denial, describing a pattern of weekend events going back multiple years that they said overwhelmed nearby yards and streets. Neighbor Lawrence Harvey Jr. said parties included fire performers, tepees and DJ music, people walking across adjacent yards, and that he had been unable to get the owner to install agreed fencing. Neighbor James Nesville told the commission vehicles repeatedly parked on his yard, and said one gathering had included gunfire.

Planning staff recommended approval for a one‑year permit, noting the department can initiate a revocation process if conditions are violated. Byron Toy explained revocation would proceed to the Board of Commissioners after staff investigation and legal review.

Commissioners split along concerns about enforcement and the owner’s history; supporters cited recent management changes, co‑hosts and the ability to revoke the permit if conditions are breached. The commission’s recommendation will be transmitted to the Board of Commissioners, which holds final authority.