Rental Inspections Coming to St Joseph

The St. Joseph City Council is looking at a voluntary rental inspection program after hearing the findings from the voluntary rental inspection committee, and subsequently directing city staff to draft an ordinance. The Council held an open work session Monday, January 28th to discuss the proposed ordinance. Some property owners had concerns that it was a preliminary step toward a mandatory program and argued their voices were being ignored. A rental registration program has also been discussed so that the city would know which properties are rental. This step could require a representative party of the rental property to live within 40 miles of St. Joseph.

If you live in St Joseph or own rental properties, please text 913-815-0111 with your contact info and we will forward to the central group in that area so you can connect and help them take action.