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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAffordable Housing Board - Minutes - 09/05/1996AFFORDABLE HOUSING BOARD MEETING MINUTES September 5 1996 Bob Brownin C�tairpperson (home - �2"136) Gina Janett, Council Liaison The meeting of the Affordable Housing Board began at 4:05 pm. in .the Community Planning Conference Room, 281 North College Avenue, Fort Catlfh, Goforedo. Board members present were Chair Bob Browning, Susan Nabors, S Yia Glass, Terry Wahl, Mary Cosgrove, Susan Wagner, and Bruce Croissant>.,>Boar m.e...rriaer:;Joanne Greer arrived shortly after the meeting began. Staff mernber's present wer`e.tn, Waldo avid Dickson Robin. Public comment was solicited. Ms. Maloney, from 0%.AAffordable Housing Task`Force, stated that a committee of the Affordable Housing Task F(a net that morning on housing in the area. They had been asked by the County to me up. with one specific plan on mobile home parks. Some suggestions were made ie the„meeting; the committee will review the suggestions and prepare a formal plan tb bring back=a4,ahe Task Force. Mr. Browning solicited suggestions or changes to August 1, 1996, ttlmutes. Ms. Cosgrove indicated they needed to change the top page of the minutes, and the motion was moved and seconded. The first item of discussion was the proposedrevisions to the Human Rights Ordinance. A packet of information was distributed to each"memberand Mr. Bob Lenk was present for any questions and discussion.,: Mr. Cosgrove requested that„Mer Lenk summar¢e the most substantial changes. Mr. Lenk stated that the intention of the fuvo-page st,Imrrfery was to do that. He also stated that the most controversial item,�g.tC�esexual onentation issue. Mr. Lenk further stated that this proposed at inanpp is broadening; the coverage in a lot of different ways. Ms. Cosgrove inquired as to r ow9.a able this ordinance might be. Mr. Lenk stated that enforcement NriA lie b compliance. This is also used for educational purposes. Ms. Cosgrove further inquire as:to whether the guidelines used for qualifying will still be the amount of income, not the source. Mc Lenk stated that the amount is something that is harderto deal with and inquired if the Board had any ideas on how to deal with that. MN:'Robin wanted clat*cation how housing accommodation, mobile homes, and mobile home spaces would :impact the ordinance. Mr. Lenk indicated that if someone says a mobile home or md.bile home space cannot be rented because of race, religion, or other issues$, they.wanf to make sure that this issue is included in the definition of housing. Mr. X.Ow tang had some questions relating to the issue of discrimination because of marital status. Mr. Lenk indicated that he would double-check this matter with the attomey who has been working on this proposed ordinance. Ms. Nabors questioned Section 13-6 (D). She inquired from a legal standpoint, when the conditions are delineated, how to enforce a higher standard on a financial institution than federal law. Mr. Lenk responded that they are a legal jurisdiction and can enforce AHB Minutes September 5, 19% Page 2 ordinances that aren't covered by federal law. Discussion was held as to interstate bank operations. Mr. Lank stated that the definition is that they do business in Fort Collins. Ms. Cosgrove inquired as to how this document could be publ the Coloradoan has run an article. Inside Fort Collins asked to write a soap box, which she did. Channel 14 has done a stated that when this issue comes to City Council that.A dill I Mr. Wahl had a question on Page 10, Section particularly N(3). Mr. Wahl stated that it appears t religious organization would not qualify for this ex type of religious organization association or socie non -profits do not have an exception here, and asl is needed. Mr. Lank also stated there is an exer shelters and for senior housing. Ms. Cosgrove inquired if there would be a could be a problem the way it is now. Mr. Browning inquired as to what Mr. Lei would like the Board to let Citv Council ordinance, and any other fe back.that N if the Board did not support the`!i!~tire specifically apply to the Affordatl HoL Mr. Browning ,indicated tha '"M an Affc of problems ninth the ordrn ao but that I concurr..a.:hetrsO.t_.ltat she parent issue,"'*.:.:.:....:., Discussion The item v and freer inquired is an exemptic nts. since they even r stated that Rid commission Mr. Lank also covered more. they have:a'some stated that rkon-religious ird thought an exemption calls for various kinds of Lank stated that tt Bddrd. Mr. Lank replied they �pQrt'if they do support it, for the oard from not supporting it; also, would support certain parts that ing perspective he did not have a lot rn some other things. Ms. Cosgrove serious concerns around the single m& jd-- — f going to boards and commission presentations. the f sues has been placed in front of the other boards and rat, it should then be brought before the Affordable Housing s tb some of the wording surrounding 13-6 (B). Mr. Lank indicated under M. Ms. Nabors inquired as to how this section, 13-6, affects o not specifically fit into one of those groups. Mr. Lank indicated that tting students in as a protected class on the basis of discrimination do so. The =ri'ezt'`tem on the agenda was a presentation and discussion on the City Plan's Principles and Polices. Mr. Joe Frank, Advance Planning Department Director, was introduced. Mr. Frank indicated that the current process stage of City Plan is called Principles and Policies, of which the Board received a raw draft, which was used for the purpose of beginning discussions with the City Plan Advisory Committee. The purpose for the AHB Minutes • • September 5, 1996 Page 3 meeting with Affordable Housing is to get some input, not for a recommendation. Mr. Frank gave an overview of the process in which it will go through in implementing the City Plan and how the principles and policies plays an important role. Once the principles and policies plan gets adopted it will be used to make decisions about regulations and also implementing the City structure plan. 1A Mr. Waido added that one of the key things about steps that have occurred before it is that these implementation. Mr. Frank stated that the Housing section is an iml upon a lot of preexisting work, but there are new itei a couple of the new things that they are wrestling. w City should respond to it. Accessory housing units i conditions accessory housing can exist, since they housing. Ms. Cosgrove inquired who would develop would be a staff function or a committee develop the procedures and criteria and re is being headed largely by City Cout7ci development of this plan. The City Plan Ad and then taking them to the board s..;and a Discussion was held as the definjp6n of the definition be made in the.pl-dn, be( using, and people didn't kno kWhere ti versus the cases, to ion policy and how the where and under what as potential affordable VW' sing, whether that y else that would help Mated the implementation iking a major role in the be doing a second review Ms. Cosgrove suggested that nt was, what definition are we Ms. Nabors ; ated,that ur#der tiie second one, Incentives, there is not an explicit extension of the kind pf fattnding principles .of this board, which is to look at each opportunity possible, what fees, costs, or`practtces within the development process impact housing affordability and inquired as to if W.- "have considered making that more explicit. Mr. Franl>'§tated fFat '' ttatemen the t had been made and subsequently removed. He inquired as to whether the QOrd would make that recommendation that it be put back in there,. Mr. Frank stated,ihathe concern was that it got to be a debate by environmental PPe..ppl'e or air protectigr♦' of'..historical preservation, ' Why are you doing it for Affordable d that she would encourage that the statement be reinserted. Ms. and stated that perhaps it could be stated a little more strongly and Mr. Browning stated that the Board would like to see a specific mention that manufactured housing and mobile homes are a viable form of housing for the community. Mr. Frank stated that if it is not mentioned in this draft, it will be in the next one. Ms. Nabors inquired on Page 13, 6.2, if the 24-hour environment was everywhere. Mr. Frank indicated that has to do with downtown. Discussion was held regarding the intent AHB Minutes September 5, 1996 Page 4 of the 24-hour language. Ms. Cosgrove inquired as to an example of neighbors having the capacity and power to make decisions under the new draft and indicated this was a red flag to her. Mr. Eckman agreed that this was a red flag to him also, If this language implies that neighbors will have power to make decisions that only the government should make. yRq$ Mr. Frank indicated that the attempt is to build some of them the structure, giving them coaching, how to form then try to solve some of their problems, such as wee developing their own programs to help out the elder City for everything. Ms. Cosgrove suggested that they come up with specific; for instance, to talk about self-help pi Mr. Waido suggested that they take it out of th Discussion was held regarding the Mixed -Use Glass made inquiry regarding the land for Re was held regarding that paragraph. Ms. Nabors expressed concern how that would be implemented. in to a certain location, and whe if incentives could be used and it was held as to the wording uset that would itorina of Ii ps, providing anization and removal, and OANS more conditions. and Yvhat theyy are striving for. Ms. )eveloomeritaattuaae. Discussion w Mixed -Use Districts and to get a day care to come Discussion was held as to used. Further discussion i need areas." Ms. Glass inquired as t4 r'a` a 42, I%iusifi `:Partnerships, and how that works with definitions and how that fife into the pic�ur.. Discussion was held as to the definition of highest*,.'*possible;;,,quality h0usin Also discussed, what is quality, highest quality, at Ms. Nabors inquitad to Page'14 Q.10, Architectural Elements to Maintain the Integrity of Downtown;€in particratar, the use Yif Colorado sandstone. Mc Frank stated that the item came out of the visual„prefe[ence survey; that people responded most positively to that sandstone. Mr. Frank was'f'sure if the particular language made it into the final draft or rat Ms. Glass strotlgly,Cegistered her discontent with that language. M.92Nabors questions=the Growth Management Section, Affordable Housing Exempted. Ms Qosgrove inquir`i d as to whether that language got left in the latest draft or not. Mr. 1 rariiC inddicated thatthat was taken out as too specific. Ms. Cosgrove recommended that the 'prat the langtia a back in. Discussion was held concerning that matter. Mr. Frank starred,that a would note that the Board would like that language to be put back in. Mr. Browning.requestad that the Board get a copy of the City Plan in draft form before it goes out. Mr. Frank stated that they could get it and it should be available the 16th. The next item on the agenda discussed was a possible relocation policy. Mr. Paul Eckman, at the City Attorney's Office, was introduced to the Board. Mr. Eckman distributed a memo, to be considered confidential, which discusses the pros and cons, and the cases that support and do not support the issue. Mr. Eckman has made an interpretation of the AHB Minutes • September 5, 1996 Page 5 legal issues involved with a relocation ordinance dealing with manufactured housing in our community. Ms. Cosgrove inquired as to whether this will stand legally. Discussion was held concerning this issue and the outcome of other court actions. Mr. Eckman said the bottom line comes down to a question of fundamental fairness; whether it is fair to grant a financial benefit to this class of persons who own mobile.home parks, to pay money to meet the affordable housing needs of those persons Q o are being relocated. Is that a societal problem or the residents' problem?, tOr1e..comparison would be an apartment complex, where everyone has to Move out because the owner is converting it to something else. Discussion was held regarding Sprme Court ruling. which stated that mobile homes are different than apartments.::> :<; -:_- Mr. Browning questioned what would stop a mobile get tenants to leave; and further questionec accomplished by exploring this. Mr. Robin indicated that the Minnesota case has Mr. Eckman stated there is a Colorado statute ordinaries, but its constitutionality in light of k Discussion was held as to what do for the owner of that parcel tl the standards. Further discussion was held Mr. Eckmanstated that correspor ance. He w The next there are of Fort G of Housir wish to r for owner fron5't istng tints to anything would;really be ssing rent control been challenged. is questionable, what you to get in and bring it up to for relocation purposes. )r questions or concerns, to put them in them that way. :Mobile Home Park Update. Mr. Robin indicated that ':"bcation plan. Mr. Robin further stated that the City rimer County, applied for a grant to the State Division ce, specifically to assist the residents of Pioneer that The State said it was not interested in giving funds Ids being displaced from mobile home parks. f revised the rdquest for the grant and opened it up to all households in Larimer The State Hpuising Board decided to provide partial funding for this program and 5,000 to kickoff this homebuyers' assistance program. Ms Nabors tnquired as to what the criteria would be. Mr. Robin stated income must be 80 percent and=you must qualify for private mortgage, and the cost of the house must not exceed $123,000. Discussion was held on the down payment required and the flexibility of the payment amount, when payment is due, and interest. Mr. Robin stated these things may vary depending on the individual situation or extenuating circumstances. Mr. Robin indicated that there are approximately five to ten households at Pioneer Mobile Home Park that refuse to leave. AHB Minutes September 5, 1996 Page 6 Discussion was held regarding the amount of money delegated for the purpose of relocation of the tenants at Pioneer Mobile Home Park. Thirteen hundred out of the block grant and $750 from JDM was allocated to each tenant of Pioneer towards their relocation costs. Other business discussed included the project on Taft Hill Road. Additionally, Ms. Cosgrove commented on the new together by the Affordable Housing Team and encot Mr. Wahl questioned the stance on rebates. Mr brought to the Board in October. Some discussioi Robin indicated that he and Mr. Waido would put program and also some proposed changes to the Ms. Cosgrove moved adjournment, seconded by 5:45 p.m. 110, i of <I that the letters and cons that was put sine it. V" It. Mr. rebate adjourned at