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Council adopts one-year moratorium on new residential rental permits
Summary
Chelsea City Council approved resolution 14-06 to impose a one-year moratorium on building permits and new business licenses for residential rental communities and units so the city can review zoning ordinances and consider changes.
Council President announced and the council approved resolution 14-06 on July 21, establishing a one-year moratorium on building permits and new business licenses for residential rental communities and residential rental units.
Mayor (role) explained the purpose of the pause: "This will be a 1 year moratorium on building permits and new business licenses for any residential rental communities or residential rental units," saying it will allow the city to assess the current zoning ordinance and identify potential inadequacies or modifications. The motion was moved, seconded and approved by voice vote.
Council members did not record extended debate in the transcript; the moratorium was presented as a temporary measure to provide time for staff and the council to review zoning and licensing rules. The moratorium takes effect immediately as adopted; the council did not detail specific ordinance amendments during the meeting and directed staff to begin the review process.
