116.09 Additional operational requirements.
(A) Temporary Shelters Prohibited. No recreational vehicle, travel trailer, tent or other temporary shelter shall be used as or in conjunction with a short term rental. No occupancy of a parked vehicle, including recreational vehicles, in conjunction with the short term rental is permitted.
(B) Unattended barking dogs are prohibited.
(C) Complaints.
(1) Response to Complaints. The licensee or representative shall respond to neighborhood questions, concerns, or complaints in a reasonably timely manner depending on the circumstances.
(2) Record of Response. The licensee or representative shall maintain a record of complaints and the actions taken in response to the complaint, if relevant, in an electronic or written manner deemed reasonable to document the interaction. This record shall be made available for City inspection upon request to investigate a complaint. Such records shall be maintained for a period of at least three years.
(D) Inspection. Upon application for an operating license, all short-term rentals may be subject to inspection by the City for compliance with this section.
(1) The City Manager or designee may conduct a site visit upon an application for a short-term rental to confirm the number of bedrooms (as defined by the International Building Code) stated on the application and the number, location and availability of on-site parking spaces. The site visit will be coordinated with the applicant and be conducted during the City’s normal business hours, and with reasonable notice.
(2) The City Manager or designee may visit and inspect the site of a short-term rental to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations, during the City’s normal business hours, and with reasonable notice and other procedural safeguards as necessary. Violations shall be processed in accordance with Chapter 11.
(3) If the City receives a complaint alleging any noncompliance with the requirements of this subchapter, the City or its designee shall inspect the premises, and the owner shall be charged with the cost of the inspection.
(E) Advertising and License Number. The licensee or authorized agent shall put the annual operating license number on all advertisements for the specific property, if legally possible.
(F) Administrative Rules. The City Manager shall have the authority to establish administrative rules and regulations consistent with the provisions of this chapter for the purpose of interpreting, clarifying, carrying out, furthering, and enforcing the provisions of this chapter. A copy of such administrative rules and regulations shall be on file in the office of the City Recorder and be posted on the City website. (Ord. 2023-02, passed 02/13/2023)