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CITY OF SEWARD
SHORT TERM RENTAL PERMIT APPLICATION
**This application is required for all Short Term Rental(STR)/Lodging permits
In addition,beginning January I,2019,this application is required for all renewals of
all Short Term Rental/Lodging Permits. **
Thank you for doing business in Seward. Enclosed are the materials,contacts and information you'll need to obtain a
Short Term Rental/Lodging permit from the City of Seward.
Obtaining a City business license and short term lodging permit go hand-in-hand; when an applicant applies for a business
license for running a short term rental lodging business. Once the application is completed and received by the City
Clerk's office they check for compliance with various City, Borough and State departments to determine if the applicant is
in good standing:
The City Clerk's office will forward the application and site plans to the Community Development department to •
determine whether the proposed location is properly zoned for a lodging business and if the building satisfies the correct
code requirements. Please contact them with any zoning questions 907-224-4048
The final step in the process is for the Seward Fire Department(SFD)to conduct an on-site life safety inspection. SFD has
set aside the month of February to conduct the majority of the inspections. If you cannot schedule your inspection during
this time,be aware that there could be an additional fee of$50.00 and a two week delay after you have notified the Fire
Department that you are ready for the inspection. Please contact the Fire Department at 224-3445 to schedule your
inspection. The inspection MUST be completed prior to the issuance of a lodging permit.
You may not advertise or rent the property as a short term,until you have received your Short Term Rental license from
the City of Seward.Any advertisements for the Short Term Rental shall include the City of Seward business license and
lodging permit number.
Owner must complete,sign and provide the following with this Short Term Rental/Lodging Permit Application
Complete payment due must accompany Application; fees are non- refundable. Payment accepted: Bank checks,and
Master card. Discover, Visaonly. Approved permits are valid for one year,January 1st thru December 3 I st.
Information required:
• Completed city business license application and$30.00 fee (application and instructions included in packet)
• Registration for Kenai Peninsula Borough sales tax(application and instructions included in packet)
• Current State of Alaska business license(application and instructions included in packet)
• Completed Short Term Rental application and$100.00 fee(application included in packet)
• Completed Registration for Hotel/Motel tax(application and instructions included in packet)
• Proof of Insurance
• Site Plan(See check list for complete instructions included in packet)
• Floor Plan (See check list for complete instructions included in packet)
• Life Safety Inspection (See check list for complete instructions included in packet)
Please be aware that a business license WILL NOT be issued unless a short term rental permit has been obtained.
City of Seward business licenses and lodging permits are valid for one year January I5`thru December 31' . Each of these
items must be renewed on an annual basis in order to be in good standing with the City of Seward. For more information
about the applicable Seward City Code,please visit\\ riitin ,:< a�.cl' n or visit the City Clerk's office at 410 Adams
Street in downtown Seward.
If you have any questions regarding this process,please do not hesitate to contact us at the numbers below:
• City Clerk's Office:907-224-4046
• Community Development: 907-224-4048
Fire Department: 907-224-4036
Once again,thank you for doing business in Seward and we wish you a successful business year!
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i SHORT TERM RENTAL PERMIT APPLICATION
is". CALENDAR YEAR: 2019
One application per physical address
Business Name:
Applicant Name: (Check box for contact preference:email, home phone, etc.)
First: Middle: Last:
❑Email: @ OHomePhone: ❑Mobile Phone:
Mailing Address: City: State: Zip:
Physical/Street Address of Short Term Rental: KPB Parcel #
Property Owner:Fill out if different titan applicant listed above(Check box for contact preference:email, home.phone,etc.) •
Name: First: Middle: .Last:
❑Email: @ ()Horne Phone: Mobile Phone:
Address: City: State: Zip:
Type of Lodging(check one) Zoning District(circle one)
0 Whole House Rental on a Nightly Basis RR RI R2 R3 OR UR AC CB RM
❑Room Rental on a Nightly Basis Is this your primary place of residence? Yes No
List all advertising sites you plan to use:
• Total number of parking spaces provided: Number required by code:
• Total number of bedrooms/apartments in unit/house: Number of rooms used for nightly lodging:
• Total square footage of house/unit: SF Total square footage used for nightly lodging: SF
Overnight lodging uses are allowed within single and multi-family residential buildings in accordance with City of Seward Code
§15.10.225. A Short-Term Rental(STR),'Lodging is defined as the rental of any structure or portion of any structure for occupancy for
dwelling, lodging or sleeping purposes of 30 consecutive days or less.
Upon approval,all Short Term Rental permits are subject to the following conditions.Signature on this application indicates
agreement to these conditions.
• Completed city business license application and S30.00 fee(application and instructions included in packet)
• Completed Short Term Rental application and$100.00 fee(application and instructions included in packet)
• Completed Registration for HoteVMotel tax(application and instructions included in packet)
• Proof of Insurance
• Dimensioned Site Plan-(See check list for complete instructions included in packet)
• Dimensioned Floor Plan(See check list for complete instructions included in packet)
• Life Safety Inspection(See check list for complete instructions included in packet)
• Eligible Zoning Types The use of a short-term rental shall be consistent with the allowable uses within the residential
zone and consistent with the provisions of Seward Code §15.10.225,Land Uses.
By signing this Application,you are agreeingto the indemnification/hold harmless agreement below:
Owner/Applicant. agrees.to indemnify,save,protect.hold harmless,and defend the City of Seward,the City Council of
the City of Seward,individually and collectively,and the City of Seward representatives,officers, officials:employees,
agents,and volunteers from any and all claims,demands,damages,fines,obligations,suits,judgments,penalties,
causes of action,losses,liabilities, or costs at any time received, incurred,or accrued as a result of,or aris!ng out of
Owner's actions,or inaction in the operation, occupancy, use, and/or maintenance of the Property.
APPLICANT SIGNATURE: DATE:
Date: Zoning District(circle one)
Zoning review and comments: RR RI R2 R3 OR UR AC CB RM
Office use only each department must initial for approval
Clerk Community Development Finance Fire r it Is AF
SAMPLE SITE PLAN & FLOOR PLAN EXAMPLE
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The following information must appear on the site/floor plan:
1. Site Address
2. Assessor Parcel Number
3. Zoning
4. All rooms in dwelling on all floors(*indicate common areas if room on nighty rental)
5. Number of Bedrooms
6. Number of Parking Spaces
All on-site parking must be located on the subject private property. Include measurements of parking
area.
• Must have 9 feet, x 18 feet per exterior space
• All designated spaces shall be available for the occupants
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One application per physical address
Business Name:
Applicant Name: (Check box for contact preference:email, home phone, etc.)
First: Middle: Last:
❑Email: @ ❑Home Phone: El Mobile Phone:
Mailing Address: City: State: Zip:
Physical/Street Address of Short Term Rental: KPB Parcel #
Property Owner: Fill out if different than applicant listed above(Check box for contact preference:email,home phone,etc.)
Name: First: Middle: Last:
DEmail: ❑Home Phone: ❑Mobile Phone:
Address: City: State: Zip:
Type of Lodging(check one) Zoning District(circle one)
CIWhole House Rental on a Nightly Basis RR RI R2 R3 OR UR AC CB RM
❑Room Rental on a Nightly Basis Is this your primary place of residence? Yes No
List all advertising sites you plan to use:
• Total number of parking spaces provided: Number required by code:
• Total number of bedrooms/apartments in unit/house: Number of rooms used for nightly lodging:
• Total square footage of house/unit: SF Total square footage used for nightly lodging: SF
Overnight lodging uses are allowed within single and multi-family residential buildings in accordance with City of Seward Code
§15.10.225. A Short-Term Rental(STR)/Lodging is defined as the rental of any structure or portion of any structure for occupancy for
dwelling,lodging or sleeping purposes of 30 consecutive days or less.
Upon approval,all Short Term Rental permits are subject to the following conditions.Signature on this application indicates
agreement to these conditions.
• Completed city business license application and$30.00 fee(application and instructions included in packet)
• Completed Short Term Rental application and$100.00 fee(application and instructions included in packet)
• Completed Registration for Hotel/Motel tax(application and instructions included in packet)
• Proof of Insurance
• Dimensioned Site Plan-(See check list for complete instructions included in packet)
• Dimensioned Floor Plan(See check list for complete instructions included in packet)
• Life Safety Inspection(See check list for complete instructions included in packet)
• Eligible Zoning Types The use of a short-term rental shall be consistent with the allowable uses within the residential
zone and consistent with the provisions of Seward Code§15.10.225,Land Uses.
By signing this Application,you are agreeing to the indemnification/hold harmless agreement below:
Owner/Applicant, agrees to indemnify,save,protect, hold harmless,and defend the City of Seward,the City Council of
the City of Seward;individually and collectively,and the City of Seward representatives,officers,officials,employees,
agents,and volunteers from any and all claims,demands,damages,fines,obligations,suits,judgments,penalties,
causes of action,losses,liabilities, or costs at any time received,incurred,or accrued as a result of,or arising out of
Owner's actions,or inaction in the operation, occupancy, use,and/or maintenance of the Property.
APPLICANT SIGNATURE: DATE:
Date: Zoning District(circle one)
Zoning review and comments: RR RI R2 R3 OR UR AC CB RM
Office use only each department must initial for approval
Clerk Community Development Finance Fire Permit Issued / /
CITY OF SEWARD
SHORT TERM RENTAL PERMIT APPLICATION
**This application is required for all Short Term Rental(STR)/Lodging permits
In addition,beginning January 1,2019,this application is required for all renewals of
all Short Term Rental/Lodging Permits. **
Thank you for doing business in Seward. Enclosed are the materials,contacts and information you'll need to obtain a
Short Term Rental/Lodging permit from the City of Seward.
Obtaining a City business license and short term lodging permit go hand-in-hand;when an applicant applies for a business
license for running a short term rental lodging business. Once the application is completed and received by the City
Clerk's office they check for compliance with various City,Borough and State departments to determine if the applicant is
in good standing.
The City Clerk's office will forward the application and site plans to the Community Development department to
determine whether the proposed location is properly zoned for a lodging business and if the building satisfies the correct
code requirements. Please contact them with any zoning questions 907-224-4048
The final step in the process is for the Seward Fire Department(SFD)to conduct an on-site life safety inspection. SFD has
set aside the month of February to conduct the majority of the inspections. If you cannot schedule your inspection during
this time,be aware that there could be an additional fee of$50.00 and a two week delay after you have notified the Fire
Department that you are ready for the inspection. Please contact the Fire Department at 224-3445 to schedule your
inspection. The inspection MUST be completed prior to the issuance of a lodging permit.
You may not advertise or rent the property as a short term,until you have received your Short Term Rental license from
the City of Seward.Any advertisements for the Short Term Rental shall include the City of Seward business license and
lodging permit number.
Owner must complete,sign and provide the following with this Short Term Rental/Lodging Permit Application
Complete payment due must accompany Application; fees are non-refundable.Payment accepted: Bank checks,and
Master card,Discover,Visaonly. Approved permits are valid for one year,January 1st thru December 31 st.
Information required:
• Completed city business license application and$30.00 fee (application and instructions included in packet)
• Registration for Kenai Peninsula Borough sales tax(application and instructions included in packet)
• Current State of Alaska business license(application and instructions included in packet)
• Completed Short Term Rental application and$100.00 fee (application included in packet)
• Completed Registration for Hotel/Motel tax(application and instructions included in packet)
• Proof of Insurance
• Site Plan (See check list for complete instructions included in packet)
• Floor Plan (See check list for complete instructions included in packet)
• Life Safety Inspection (See check list for complete instructions included in packet)
Please be aware that a business license WILL NOT be issued unless a short term rental permit has been obtained.
City of Seward business licenses and lodging permits are valid for one year January 1st thru December 31st. Each of
these items must be renewed on an annual basis in order to be in good standing with the City of Seward. For more
information about the applicable Seward City Code,please visit www.municode.com or visit the City Clerk's office at
410 Adams Street in downtown Seward.
If you have any questions regarding this process,please do not hesitate to contact us at the numbers below:
• City Clerk's Office:907-224-4046
• Community Development:907-224-4048
• Fire Department: 907-224-4036
Once again,thank you for doing business in Seward and we wish you a successful business year!
City of Seward
SHORT TERM RENTAL APPLICATION CHECK LIST
Requirements for approval
Requirements for a City business license:
❑ Completed city business license application and$30.00 fee(application and instructions included in packet)
O Registration for Kenai Peninsula Borough sales tax(application and instructions included in packet)
O Current State of Alaska business license(application and instructions included in packet)
Requirements for a City Short Term Rental permit:
O Completed Short Term Rental application and$100.00 fee(application included in packet)
❑ Completed Registration for Hotel/Motel tax(application and instructions included in packet)
❑ Proof of Insurance-Copy of commercial liability insurance with physical address of rental.
O Site Plan- should include (see attached example)
❑ Property address,KPB Parcel Number and City Zoning
❑ A dimensioned site plan of property showing location of all buildings and parking spaces.
• Parking Plan should show indication of total parking spaces provided and
required by city code.
O Floor Plan -should include(see attached example)
❑ A dimensioned Floor plan of home or building complex identifying the bedrooms,
bathrooms,doors and common areas to be utilized for lodging.
O Life Safety Inspection-the Seward Fire Department has set aside the month of February to conduct the
majority of the inspections. Call for appointment 224-3445
An approved life safety inspection from the Seward Fire Department requires the following:
❑ Address numbers
• Numbers must be visible and legible from the street.Minimum 4"high contrasting to
background.
❑ Carbon Monoxide Detectors
• Occupancies that have carbon based fuel appliance(s),an attached garage or carport or are
adjacent to a parking space,Carbon Monoxide(CO)Alarm(s)are required.Co Alarms
Outside of each separate dwelling unit sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of the
sleeping rooms,and on every occupied level of a dwelling unit, including basement,and
excluding attic and crawl spaces.
❑ Smoke Detectors
• Smoke Detectors in each sleeping room,outside each separate sleeping area,in the
immediate vicinity of the sleeping rooms,on each level of the dwelling unit, including
basements.
❑ Code approved egress windows or outside fire exit(s)present for each sleeping area.
• Bedroom egress window:Outside window or door operable from the inside without the use
of tools,keys,or special effort and shall provide a clear opening of not less than 5.7 foot
square. Width shall be not less than 20"inches and height not less than 24"inches bottom
of opening shall be not more than 44"inches above the floor. The window shall be within
20' feet of grade.The window shall be directly accessible to the fire department.
• Exit doors and means of egress not blocked,doors open without special knowledge or tools.
❑ Emergency Exit Plan posted
• Emergency Exit plan posted in each sleeping area with a floor plan identifying the primary
and secondary exits,occupancy assembly point,and location of portable fire extinguishers.
❑ Fire extinguisher(s)(information included in packet)
• Fire Extinguisher in a readily available and conspicuous location on each level.Minimum
2A:10BC rating. Fire Extinguisher serviced by certified company annually.
❑ Post NO SMOKING sign in conspicuous location.
❑ Extension cords and multi plug adaptors not approved for permanent wiring.
❑ Exit Signs should be posted when exit is not readily identified
❑ No meal preparation or cooking facilities are permitted in guest bedrooms.
Once again,thank you for doing business in Seward and we wish you a successful business year!
City of Seward Short Term Rental/Lodging Permit Application-NEW Updated November 2018
SAMPLE SITE PLAN & FLOOR PLAN EXAMPLE
Third Ave Ave
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The following information must appear on the site/floor plan:
1. Site Address
2. Assessor Parcel Number
3. Zoning
4. All rooms in dwelling on all floors(*indicate common areas if room on nighty rental)
5. Number of Bedrooms
6. Number of Parking Spaces
All on-site parking must be located on the subject private property. Include measurements of parking
area.
• Must have 9 feet, x 18 feet per exterior space
• All designated spaces shall be available for the occupants
City of Seward Short Term Rental/Lodging Permit Application-NEW Updated November 2018
CITY OF SEWARD
SHORT TERM RENTAL PERMIT APPLICATION
**This application is required for all Short Term Rental (STR)/Lodging permits
In addition,beginning January 1,2019,this application is required for all renewals of
all Short Term Rental/Lodging Permits. **
Thank you for doing business in Seward. Enclosed are the materials,contacts and information you'll need to obtain a
Short Term Rental/Lodging permit from the City of Seward.
Obtaining a City business license and short term lodging permit go hand-in-hand; when an applicant applies for a business
license for running a short term rental lodging business. Once the application is completed and received by the City
Clerk's office they check for compliance with various City, Borough and State departments to determine if the applicant is
in good standing.
The City Clerk's office will forward the application and site plans to the Community Development department to
determine whether the proposed location is properly zoned for a lodging business and if the building satisfies the correct
code requirements. Please contact them with any zoning questions 907-224-4048
The final step in the process is for the Seward Fire Department(SFD)to conduct an on-site life safety inspection. SFD has
set aside the month of February to conduct the majority of the inspections. If you cannot schedule your inspection during
this time, be aware that there could be an additional fee of$50.00 and a two week delay after you have notified the Fire
Department that you are ready for the inspection. Please contact the Fire Department at 224-3445 to schedule your
inspection. The inspection MUST be completed prior to the issuance of a lodging permit.
You may not advertise or rent the property as a short term, until you have received your Short Term Rental license from
the City of Seward. Any advertisements for the Short Term Rental shall include the City of Seward business license and
lodging permit number.
Owner must complete,sign and provide the following with this Short Term Rental/Lodging Permit Application
Complete payment due must accompany Application; fees are non- refundable. Payment accepted: Bank checks,and
Master card.Discover,Visa only. Approved permits are valid for one year,January 1st thru December 31st.
Information required:
• Completed city business license application and $30.00 fee (application and instructions included in packet)
• Registration for Kenai Peninsula Borough sales tax (application and instructions included in packet)
• Current State of Alaska business license (application and instructions included in packet)
• Completed Short Term Rental application and $100.00 fee (application included in packet) •
• Completed Registration for Hotel/Motel tax(application and instructions included in packet)
• Proof of Insurance
• Site Plan (See check list for complete instructions included in packet)
• Floor Plan (See check list for complete instructions included in packet)
• Life Safety Inspection (See check list for complete instructions included in packet)
Please be aware that a business license WILL NOT be issued unless a short term rental permit has been obtained.
City of Seward business licenses and lodging permits are valid for one year January 1st thru December 31 st. Each of
these items must be renewed on an annual basis in order to be in good standing with the City of Seward. For more
information about the applicable Seward City Code, please visit www.municode.com or visit the City Clerk's office at
410 Adams Street in downtown Seward.
If you have any questions regarding this process,please do not hesitate to contact us at the numbers below:
• City Clerk's Office: 907-224-4046
• Community Development: 907-224-4048
• Fire Department: 907-224-4036
Once again,thank you for doing business in Seward and we wish you a successful business year!
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