Hello planning commission,
We are Crystal & Reco Ford from the Red Bud District and we own an operate a STL also in the Red Bud District. We have owned the home for 22 years, lived in it, and started our family there. We once had it as a long term rental and it really didn't go well with damage being done to our home. Over 3 years ago we decided to make it a short term rental and the experience has been wonderful. Our neighbors next door love it and prefer it as a short term as well. We have hosted numerous families visiting loved one's, attending graduations, weddings, and most recently the last 2 yrs‐ several essential workers from healthcare workers to electricians. It's been a pleasure having them and giving them the comfort of a home while they are here. Our guests seem to love it and our reviews show it. Since there isn't an ordinance, we have a lodging account and are paying the monthly tax due every month. We just wanted to say that we appreciate you taking the time to allow STL because they are very important to the community by giving renters an option other than a hotel room and giving families more affordable options so that they may spend their money on things Fred County/Winchester has to offer. We also operate a home in the city of Winchester in MR district and was granted a permit voted 8-0 but the process was grueling with meetings and a large expense to advertise for a conditional use permit. The proposal you have outlined seems very reasonable and will bring more revenue to Frederick county. It has been a very easy process to go online and pay the tax each month. Thank you for your time on this.
I’m one of the closest neighbors to the barn and I personally think it would be good to see people use it. Plus I know it’s far enough away from everyone so sound won’t be an issue.
This venue is a great opportunity for guests to come and experience Fredrick County. The barn is well isolated from surrounding areas and would not disturb any neighbors as it is behind hills and surrounded by trees. It would also not cause any traffic delays as it is the first farm on the road! It is the perfect location to hold events at without disrupting any of the locals.
Comment for item 7B STL's
Hello planning commission,
We are Crystal & Reco Ford from the Red Bud District and we own an operate a STL also in the Red Bud District. We have owned the home for 22 years, lived in it, and started our family there. We once had it as a long term rental and it really didn't go well with damage being done to our home. Over 3 years ago we decided to make it a short term rental and the experience has been wonderful. Our neighbors next door love it and prefer it as a short term as well. We have hosted numerous families visiting loved one's, attending graduations, weddings, and most recently the last 2 yrs‐ several essential workers from healthcare workers to electricians. It's been a pleasure having them and giving them the comfort of a home while they are here. Our guests seem to love it and our reviews show it. Since there isn't an ordinance, we have a lodging account and are paying the monthly tax due every month. We just wanted to say that we appreciate you taking the time to allow STL because they are very important to the community by giving renters an option other than a hotel room and giving families more affordable options so that they may spend their money on things Fred County/Winchester has to offer. We also operate a home in the city of Winchester in MR district and was granted a permit voted 8-0 but the process was grueling with meetings and a large expense to advertise for a conditional use permit. The proposal you have outlined seems very reasonable and will bring more revenue to Frederick county. It has been a very easy process to go online and pay the tax each month. Thank you for your time on this.
I’m one of the closest neighbors to the barn and I personally think it would be good to see people use it. Plus I know it’s far enough away from everyone so sound won’t be an issue.
This venue is a great opportunity for guests to come and experience Fredrick County. The barn is well isolated from surrounding areas and would not disturb any neighbors as it is behind hills and surrounded by trees. It would also not cause any traffic delays as it is the first farm on the road! It is the perfect location to hold events at without disrupting any of the locals.