• The applicant is requesting the review and approval of a Conditional Use to operate a Dwelling Rental at 502 S. Compass Drive, to offer lodging of less than six (6) months and a minimum of one (1) month to guests. 
• The subject property consists of a condominium.  The condo structure contains two (2) bedrooms, two (2) bathrooms and traditional support rooms. Golf Lodges North Condominiums have one (1) designated parking garage per home along with designated guest parking.
• The property is located within the Ocean Village Community. Ocean Village is a gated planned-community that is nestled on approximately 120 acres with approximately 3,500 feet of beach frontage. Ocean Village offers many amenities.
• The property is zoned Hutchinson Island Medium Density Residential Zone (R4-A).
• The authorization of a Conditional Use to establish a dwelling rental for periods of less than six (6) months, but greater than one (1) month would provide an opportunity for consistency with zoning district and land use designation as the use becomes non-transient, minimizing the commercial nature of the use and potential impacts to the surrounding residential neighborhood.

The proposed use presents the provision of limited transient lodging accommodations to the general public, representing a limited commercial use that is compatible with the surrounding neighborhood of this location, and is generally consistent with the City’s Land Development Code and Comprehensive Plan with appropriate restriction therefore; Staff recommends the City Commission approve the request with the following conditions:

1) The maximum occupancy ensures compliance with City Code Section 8.5-43. - Required space in dwelling units, based upon the size of each unit;

2) Registration of the property manager accessible at all times, to resolve complaints or violations of City Code;

3) Issuance of guide booklets (available from Code Enforcement) for renters regarding local rules and public service resources to minimize conflicts; and

4) The applicant files for and obtains St. Lucie County & City of Fort Pierce Business Tax Licenses within thirty (30) days of Conditional Use approval.