The Planning Division invites you to attend a workshop to discuss a proposed licensing program for vacation rentals.
The purpose of the workshop is to provide a forum for you to share your ideas and suggestions.
Please mark your calendar to attend one of the following workshop dates:
Tuesday, November 26, 2024: 12pm-1pm at City Hall, Council Chambers
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Thursday, December 5, 2024: 5:30pm-6:30pm at City Hall, Council Chambers
Background: For several months, City Council has explored policy options that the City could implement to provide better oversight and regulation of lodging facilities – specifically, for vacation rentals.
After several meetings, a license program has been proposed to be adopted into the Astoria City Code (ACC). The most recent draft ordinance is attached for your review. The ordinance would:
- Define vacation rentals;
- Impose a maximum cap of 50 vacation rental units;
- Establish enforcement mechanisms; and
- Establish a licensing fee schedule.
To view the latest version of the draft ordinance please use this link: Draft Ordinance
If you are unable to attend in person, we encourage you to provide written comments.
Please contact the Community Development Department to submit your comments, or if you have any questions via email at planning@astoria.gov or by calling (503) 338-5183.
