Wimberley city leaders last week approved changes to an ordinance regulating short-term rental (STR) facilities in city limits, which could close a months-long controversy over the issue.
By a 4-1 vote on first reading, the Wimberley City Council approved amendments to the ordinance, which include requiring STR property owners to apply for a permit every two years. Place 3 councilmember Sally Gibson Trapp cast the lone dissenting vote. The item will return for a second reading at the Jan. 19 meeting.
City Administrator Don Ferguson said city leaders went through a “significant” public meeting process over a 60-day period. The meetings involved the Planning and Zoning Commission, different members of the STR industry and community members.
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