Unpermitted Construction and Residential Conversions
Summary
A Shenandoah-area house at 1651 SW 13th Ave kept running Airbnb bookings despite citations, with out-of-state guests and parties disturbing neighbors. The Board found guilt and gave the owner only 3 days before $250-a-day fines start.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Nov 5, 2026.
Impact analysis
The owner faces $250-a-day fines starting after a 3-day compliance window on top of prosecution costs.
Residents of the neighborhood who have endured party houses and out-of-state traffic since 2025.
The property owner, who now faces mounting daily fines while listings remain active.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Code Enforcement Board - Nov 5, 2026
A Shenandoah-area house at 1651 SW 13th Ave kept running Airbnb bookings despite citations, with out-of-state guests and parties disturbing neighbors. The Board found guilt and gave the owner only 3 days before $250-a-day fines start.
Code Enforcement Board - Jun 10, 2026
Numerous property owners appeared before the board to address citations for unpermitted additions, converted units, and structural alterations. Many buyers discovered these violations only after purchasing homes, highlighting challenges with title searches and pre-purchase due diligence.
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