Fort Pierre Sets Public Hearing On Draft Vacation Home Ordinance

Fort Pierre Sets Public Hearing On Draft Vacation Home Ordinance

FORT PIERRE — A public hearing will be held in Fort Pierre on July 6th to consider a draft ordinance that would regulate Airbnb-style vacation homes in the city. No rules governing the structures are in place. A few have sprung up in Fort Pierre causing some conflicts with neighbors. Adding to the complication of the issue according to City Attorney Naomi Cromwell is a recent decision by the South Dakota Supreme Court…

Public Works Director Rick Hahn says the city wants to have a firm grip on dealing with vacation homes…

Mayor Gloria Hanson says vacation homes have potential in Fort Pierre…

Hahn says a number of realtors have inquired about establishing vacation homes in Fort Pierre.