City inspections are now required when a new tenant moves into a rental house in Tallassee.
The Tallassee City Council passed the ordinance at its Tuesday meeting following a spirited public hearing on the matter. City leaders have said a rental ordinance is needed to ensure properties are livable. Much of the discussion centered around the unknown.
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