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At its November 12 meeting, the Addison City Council adopted an ordinance to implement a rental and lodging registration and inspection program to enhance the health and safety of all rental properties and hotel/motel establishments throughout Addison. This program includes single-family, townhomes, duplexes, condominiums, apartments, and hotels/motels, and is scheduled to take effect on January 1, 2025.

The program is designed to:

• Maintain a high-quality housing stock within the Town.
• Ensure the health and safety of Addison residents and visitors.
• Foster proactive collaboration with property owners to achieve voluntary compliance.
• Address substandard conditions.
• Build strong relationships with the rental community, property managers, and owners.

The ordinance establishes registration requirements and inspection procedures. All rental property owners, including those of single-family homes and multi-family units, as well as hotel/motel operators, must register their properties annually by March 1, with registration expiring on December 31 each year. Registration fees are outlined in the Master Fee Schedule: $115 annually for single-family rentals, $25 per unit for multi-family, and $40 per unit for hotels/motels. Additional re-inspection fees may apply.

Exterior and interior inspections will be required for all rental properties, although properties built within the past five years are exempt from routine interior inspections unless complaints or violations arise. A minimum 14-day notice will be provided for interior inspections, which can be proactive or complaint-driven.

Violations may incur fines up to $2,000 per offense, per day. This program aligns with Council priorities to ensure safe and well-maintained properties, provide resources for education and outreach, and engage with property managers for ongoing improvements in rental standards.