Last night, the Washington City Council held a special meeting to discuss the proposed Rental Inspection Ordinance. The ordinance is aimed at ensuring the safety and well-being of individuals living in rental properties within the city.
A significant portion of the discussion focused on minimizing fees to reduce the financial impact on renters and clarifying what aspects would be included in the inspection process. While no final decisions were made during the meeting, council members considered potential adjustments to address concerns raised.
The next steps include making suggested changes to the ordinance. Once revisions are complete, a draft version will be made available to interested parties. Following this, a public forum will be scheduled to allow community members to provide comments and participate in further discussion. After gathering public input, a final draft will be prepared and submitted to the city council for approval.
Residents and stakeholders are encouraged to stay engaged in this process. More details on the revised draft and the public forum will be shared as they become available.
