Columbia News

The City of Columbia, Missouri, has announced a public hearing scheduled for April 4, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. at the City Council Chamber of City Hall. The hearing aims to provide an opportunity for citizens and interested parties to voice their opinions on proposed amendments to the city code related to short-term rentals.

The proposed amendments involve changes to sections 29-1.11(a) and 29-3.3(vv) of Chapter 29 of the City Code, specifically focusing on the definitions of "Short-term rental Tier 1 and Tier 3" and the standards for short-term rentals. These changes are aimed at providing clarity and setting guidelines for short-term rental operations within specific zoning districts.

According to the announcement, individuals can access staff reports related to these proposed amendments on the city's website four days before the public hearing date. The reports can be found by navigating to the "7:00 pm – Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting" on the meeting calendar and downloading the corresponding "Meeting Agenda."

For those seeking additional information about the public hearing or the proposed amendments, they are encouraged to contact the Planning and Zoning Commission at 874-7239.

In conclusion, Sharon Geuea Jones, the Chairperson of the Planning and Zoning Commission, will oversee the public hearing on April 4, 2024, providing a platform for community engagement and feedback on the proposed changes to the City Code in Columbia, Missouri.