HomeMy WebLinkAbout07/17/2018 08 Extended Stay Hotels Moratorium on New Development Applications or PermitsBUSINESS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
YAKIMA, WASHINGTON
AGENDA STATEMENT
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Item No. 8.
For Meeting of: July 17, 2018
ITEM TITLE: Public Hearing to consider comments on a City of Yakima
moratorium from accepting any new development applications or
permits for Extended Stay Hotels
SUBMITTED BY: Joan Davenport, Director of Community Development
Sara Watkins, Senior Assistant City Attorney
SUMMARY EXPLANATION:
On June 22, 2018, the Yakima City Council adopted a moratorium (Ordinance No. 2018-022)
prohibiting the acceptance of any additional permits or applications for extended stay hotels or
motels. Extended stay use was defined as lodging accommodations or lodging and meals, for
more than 30 consecutive days. The purpose of the public hearing is to receive comments on the
moratorium.
ITEM BUDGETED:
STRATEGIC PRIORITY: Neighborhood and Community Building
APPROVED FOR
SUBMITTAL:
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Accept public comments and formalize Moratorium. Direct the City Planning Commission to
prepare proposed amendments to the City Codes and zoning regulations to address the
definition and regulation of extended stay hotels.
BOARD/COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: