20260714 Special/Executive Session - County Zoning Regulations

The Cochise County Board of Supervisors held a special/executive session on July 14, 2026, primarily to discuss potential amendments to the county's zoning regulations. The meeting focused on addressing issues related to short-term rentals, bed and breakfast definitions, event venues, and group quarters within the zoning code. The board considered how to regulate these uses to prevent problems like those experienced in Ramsey Canyon, including concerns about unauthorized events and lodging expansions. The discussion included clarifications on permitted uses, special use permits, and enforcement mechanisms to ensure compliance. No specific contract awards or procurement actions were discussed, but the meeting highlighted upcoming zoning amendments expected to proceed through the planning and zoning commission and public hearings later in the year.