1. A short-term rental permit application shall be a Type II procedure and processed consistent with GHMC Title 19.

2. A short-term rental permit issued to one person or entity shall not be transferable to any other person or entity nor shall a short-term rental permit be valid at any address other than the one appearing on the permit.

3. A short-term rental permit is considered valid until one or all the following criteria exist:

1. Completed short-term rental permit application.

2. A verified statement by the applicant that the property affected by the application is in the exclusive ownership of the applicant, or that the applicant has submitted the application with the consent of all owners of the affected property.

3. Written description of the proposed short-term rental operation and affirmation that the proposed operation will meet the general requirements of GHMC 17.85.040.

4. Written description of the proposed location for the short-term rental operation.

5. Number of off-street parking spaces provided at the location, or that are proposed to be dedicated for use by guests of the short-term rental.

6. A completed good neighbor policy form.

7. Short-term rental permit fee as established by resolution of the city of Gig Harbor city council.

1. The proposed operation is found to be consistent with the definition for short-term rental.

2. The application is found to be in compliance with all general regulations required by this chapter.

1. Before the annual renewal of the business license the owner shall submit to the city a signed and notarized affidavit in a form approved by the director and the city attorney. Through the affidavit the owner shall confirm information including, but not limited to, the following: