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Planning commission approves short‑term rental at 1215 E. South Ave, 5–2 vote

Independence Planning Commission · July 15, 2026
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Summary

Staff recommended approval of short‑term rental case 26480 (1215 East South Avenue) and the commission approved it 5–2 on July 14; the applicant was not present and no public opposition spoke at the hearing.

The Independence Planning Commission approved case 26480, a short‑term rental application for 1215 East South Avenue, by a 5–2 vote during its July 14 meeting.

Staff described the property as recently rehabilitated with a 1,056‑square‑foot living area, a new two‑car driveway accommodating up to four vehicles and a floor plan that includes four bedrooms. Staff recommended approval with conditions limiting occupancy to eight adults for the four bedrooms and other standard requirements.

The applicant was not present and no neighbors spoke in opposition. Commissioners asked staff about applicant responsiveness and staff confirmed the application materials and inspections were complete. A motion to approve the short‑term rental carried 5–2; Commissioner Ashbaugh and Chair Wylie voted no.

The approval includes the standard short‑term rental conditions listed in the staff report (occupancy restrictions and compliance with licensing and inspection requirements).