The Sioux Falls City Council will take a rare third reading on a controversial ordinance aimed at addressing homeless encampments in some parts of the city at its Aug. 19 meeting, where it's likely that councilors will once again hear significant public input on the measure.

Here's what to know about the proposed ordinance:

What would the ordinance do?

The text of the ordinance defines a "dwelling" as a structure that provides shelter for "a permanent or temporary residence" or for any reason that lasts more than an hour. It then defines a shelter as providing shelter "for recreation or leisure lasting one hour or less."

The ordinance also states that dwellings may not be erected in public places, including city parks, without a permit from the city, while shelters may not be created i

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