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Chairman Wheeler believed that most of the complaints would have occurred whether the <br />ordinance addressed the situation or not, since those individuals are probably operating illegal <br />rentals. He also emphasized that anytime a citizen suspects that someone is renting without a <br />license, they need to call Code Enforcement. <br />There being no additional speakers, the Chairman closed the Public Hearing. <br />Commissioner Davis favored weekly rentals, observed that the individuals not doing the <br />right thing are causing the problems, and felt that passing a regulation that would not permit <br />short-term rentals would put the law abiding landlords out of business. <br />Commissioner Flescher shared Commissioner Davis's sentiments. He believed that <br />approving the amendments would make things better. He said he would rather see rental houses <br />registered and well maintained, as opposed to those that cannot be rented and left to fall into <br />Foreclosure. He concluded that adopting the proposed ordinances would be the best option for all <br />County citizens. <br />Vice Chairman O'Bryan determined that most issues with short-term rentals were due to <br />a lack of communication. He believed issues/situations could be resolved if people would be <br />good neighbors, and more proactive. He thanked the speakers for expressing their opinions, and <br />said that if they have any issues, to contact staff or the Commissioners to ensure the property is <br />being rented legally. <br />Commissioner Solari understood the perspectives of both the landlords and the residents <br />of the neighboring propert <br />ies. He believed the existing mechanisms could deal with the issues, <br />and if the Board prevented people from renting short-term rentals, and made them annual rentals, <br />it might be just as bad. He wanted the County to continue making people aware of the County <br />Code, local laws, and State mechanisms; therefore he suggested staff research the State <br />mechanisms and develop something in terms of local mechanisms that could be used and readily <br />available to those with complaints. <br />Special Call Meeting <br />E <br />�4� PG b� <br />2 <br />