Wimberley city leaders last week approved changes to an ordinance regulating short-term rental (STR) facilities in city limits, which could close a months-long controversy over the issue.

By a 4-1 vote on first reading, the Wimberley City Council approved amendments to the ordinance, which include requiring STR property owners to apply for a permit every two years. Place 3 councilmember Sally Gibson Trapp cast the lone dissenting vote. The item will return for a second reading at the Jan. 19 meet...