Private Tree Protection and Short-Term Rental Rules

At a glance

• What: two proposed ordinance changes referred to Legislative Matters: protection of significant private trees on lots abutting construction, and a tighter primary-residence test for short-term rentals.
• Where it stands: both referred to Legislative Matters October 8.

Sources

• Video: https://youtube.com/watch?v=ScE_nx0POr8

Log

• 2026-11-02 - 2026-10-27 - Legislative Matters Committee Meeting - Private significant trees (26-1476) and short-term rental ordinance (26-1501) on the agenda; outcome not yet posted.

2026-10-08 - City Council Regular Meeting

Naima Sait's tree ordinance would add enforcement for protection plans on abutting private lots. The short-term rental amendment responds to operators who claim a primary residence while running multiple units like hotels.