Short-term rental amendments

Supported the amendment as written and objected to an undisclosed alternative being considered.

Cited a 118-signature neighborhood petition against STRs in supporting the amendments.

Supported the changes, calling CN properties residential and opposing any STR carve-out.

Opposed the changes, asking for grandfathering for owners who relied on prior rules.

Opposed the amendments, saying the 500-foot rule is a de facto ban in Old Bend.

Iron Horse owner said he invested hundreds of thousands relying on city staff guidance allowing multiple STRs, and asked for the record to stay open.

A realtor worried the change undermines investor confidence in Bend's regulatory stability.

Said he and Akers invested $5.2 million relying on four STR permits; long-term rentals wouldn't cover the debt.