The Board of Adjustment denied a request from Anthony Candia to allow a Type‑2 short‑term rental at 331 Bulleson Street after staff recommended denial and several commissioners expressed concerns about prior unpermitted operation and neighborhood impact.

Staff reported that the property had operated without an STR permit and that code enforcement found a listing for the property. The staff recommendation was to deny the special‑exception.

Candia told the board he is a licensed real‑estate agent who had purchased the property for investment, said high financing costs prompted him to offer short‑term rentals and that he screens guests and enforces house rules. He told commissioners he currently operates other STR units and said he intended to continue responsible management of the unit.

A voicemail and live comment from Luz Sen Toach, listed as president of the Dignity Neighborhood Association, urged denial and said the block already has an elevated number of short‑term rentals. Commissioners also noted one prior citation for operating without a permit.

Commissioner Mena moved to grant the exception and the motion was seconded, but the subsequent roll call recorded no votes in favor; the motion failed and the board denied the request. The board advised the applicant to consult with staff regarding compliance and permitting options.

Actions: The Board considered a motion to grant a special‑exception STR permit for 331 Bulleson Street. The motion failed (record shows no affirmative votes; chair declared motion failed).

Speakers: Anthony Candia (applicant), Luz Sen Toach (Dignity Neighborhood Association, voicemail), Commissioners (multiple speakers during deliberation).

Why it matters: The vote underscores enforcement consequences when units operate without required permits and the weight commissioners place on prior noncompliance and neighborhood association input when evaluating STR exceptions.

What’s next: Staff directed the applicant to coordinate with Development Services about compliance and next steps.