Planning commission approves short‑term rental permit for downtown unit; staff says no adverse impacts

The Mount Pleasant Planning Commission on July 9 approved SUP‑26‑02, a special‑use permit allowing Unit 3 at 107 East Broadway to operate as a short‑term rental, with the condition that the applicant comply with building safety and public works requirements.

Staff presentation noted the four second‑floor residential units already hold a valid fire‑department rental license and that the proposal would not change permitted occupancy levels. "There are no outdoor gathering spaces that could pose noise disturbance," staff told commissioners and recommended approval "subject to the requirements of building safety and public works." The staff report also said the building is mixed‑use, about 5,600 square feet, and the unit facing the rear of the property would not alter the structure or neighborhood character.

Applicant Ryan Johnrow told the commission the rental income will help maintain three long‑term tenants and fund a façade renovation for the vacant storefront below. "Great job, Manuela, presenting everything," Johnrow said, and added that revenue from the short‑term rental would help keep long‑term tenants in place without raising their rents.

No public comments were received in person or online. Commissioner Friedrich moved to approve the permit; the motion was seconded and passed by voice vote.

The permit is conditioned on the applicant maintaining required licenses and complying with building safety and public‑works requirements. The commission did not add additional operational limits at the public hearing. The City Commission will receive the Planning Commission recommendation as part of the usual follow‑up process if further action is required.