The Neighborhood Coalition of Greater Phoenix supports staff and Council efforts to reign in STRs in neighborhoods. We sent a letter to Council outlining our suggestions for improvement/clarification. Defining the length of STRs (added) and verified listings (added) are good steps. Key: specify maximum occupancy. We also ask for notification of STR permitting to registered neighborhood associations. It's an easy step to take; communication helps everyone. Remaining issue: weekend enforcement.
I strongly encourage the City to take further actions within its existing authority to enforce established zoning regulations. For example, single family residence zoning permits not more than 5 unrelated persons, but these properties are commonly promoted as accommodating 16+. City STR regulations should mandate advertisements to include occupancy limits consistent with established zoning for the property, and enforce compliance with these limits at all times for all tenants.
The Neighborhood Coalition of Greater Phoenix supports staff and Council efforts to reign in STRs in neighborhoods. We sent a letter to Council outlining our suggestions for improvement/clarification. Defining the length of STRs (added) and verified listings (added) are good steps. Key: specify maximum occupancy. We also ask for notification of STR permitting to registered neighborhood associations. It's an easy step to take; communication helps everyone. Remaining issue: weekend enforcement.
I strongly encourage the City to take further actions within its existing authority to enforce established zoning regulations. For example, single family residence zoning permits not more than 5 unrelated persons, but these properties are commonly promoted as accommodating 16+. City STR regulations should mandate advertisements to include occupancy limits consistent with established zoning for the property, and enforce compliance with these limits at all times for all tenants.