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AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY DATE: July20, 2004
FORT COLLINS CITY COUNCIL STAFF: Felix Lee
SUBJECT
Resolution 2004-091 Supporting the Effort to Encourage the Construction of Housing with Features
That Provide Basic Access and Functionality to All Occupants and Visitors.
RECOMMENDATION
The Home Builders Association of Northern Colorado, the Commission on Disability (COD), the
Larimer County Office on Aging, the Fort Collins Chapter of the American Association of Retired
Persons (AARP) and Staff recommend adoption of the Resolution.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
To date,the City has funded approximately$3,000 in hard costs for contract design and printing of
several hundred informational brochures and a `Builder's Guide'. "Soft costs" include numerous
FTE hours of combined staff support devoted to the project. No private funding source has come
forward or has been identified. The expanded PHA project is expected to require ongoing funding,
perhaps $1,500 to $3,000 annually at current needs, for program materials, etc., as well as require
continued staff support for the foreseeable future unless other outside sources are found.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The proposed Resolution officially recognizes and endorses the expanded "Practical Housing for
All (PHA)" program that includes additional universal design criteria for the benefit of home
occupants as well as visitors. Council Resolution 2002-098, adopted unanimously on October 15,
2002, was intended to encourage home builders to include features during construction that make
a home more usable and practical primarily for visitors.
BACKGROUND
Current PHA Provisions
Known around the country by various terms such as "Visitability" and "Universal Design",
"Practical Housing for All"(PHA)(coined by the Fort Collins effort),includes the following typical
basic features incorporated into the main or first floor:
• A wheel-chair accessible exterior route to a no-step accessible entrance and entry door.
■ Minimum 32-inch wide, interior passage doors.
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• A minimum 36-inch wide wheel-chair accessible route maintained throughout the first or main
floor.
■ At least one wheelchair-useable bathroom containing no less than a lavatory and a water closet
and provided with built-in structural reinforcement in walls for future installation of assist bars.
■ Electrical switches,outlets,thermostats, and service panels are located within 15 and 48 inches
above the floor.
New PHA Proeram Revisions
The proposed Resolution revises the current PHA minimum criteria,adding the following new main-
floor features:
• A wheelchair-usable kitchen.
• A wheelchair-usable full bathroom(currently,no bathing facilities specified—only lavatory and
toilet).
• A wheelchair-usable main floor room that can qualify as a bedroom.
• Minimum hallway width of 42 inches.
Public Involvement
PHA has been presented at several forums to various groups accompanied with the Builder's Guide
and general information brochure. Included among these are the Home Builders Association of
Northern Colorado, the local chapter of the AARP, the Larimer County Office on Aging, Larimer
County Hospice, the National Association of REALTORS(& via their "Ambassador for Cities
Sensible Housing Summit"hosted locally by the Fort Collins Board of REALTORSO, and the"US
Conference of Mayors", held in Washington, D.C., which conference resulted in the endorsement
of the Fort Collins PHA provisions on the national stage. PHA documents are also on the City's
web site. Letters soliciting a PHA home to be featured in the annual 2004 Fort Collins Parade of
Homes were sent to participating builders.
Council Study Session(3/9/04) Summary
Council discussed the proposed more-inclusive revisions contained in the draft resolution that are
intended for residents of participating homes as well as visitors at its March 9,2004 Study Session.
All Councilmembers expressed support forthe new provisions and to continue the current incentives
and outreach efforts identified in the draft resolution. Additionally, some Councilmembers
expressed interest in considering additional incentives. Mayor Martinez indicated his support for
any new publicly-subsidized housing going beyond minimum federal, state, and local accessibility
codes by including additional PHA dwelling units in such projects.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Council Resolution 2002-098
2. US Conference of Mayors news release PHA brochure
3. PHA Builder's Guide
4. PHA City Plan Update
5. Fort Collins Chapter of AARP Resolution
6. Council Study Session 3/9/04 AIS and Outcome Summary
RESOLUTION 2004-091
OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS
SUPPORTING THE EFFORT TO ENCOURAGE THE CONSTRUCTION OF
HOUSING WITH FEATURES THAT PROVIDE BASIC ACCESS
AND FUNCTIONALITY TO ALL OCCUPANTS AND VISITORS
WHEREAS, nationally and locally, housing available for purchase or rent with features
commonly referred to as `universal design' that provide basic access and functionality to residents
of all ages and widely varying mobility and ambulatory-related abilities to perform basic daily life
tasks is in short supply; and
WHEREAS,the cost of installing such universal design features during the construction of
new housing is significantly lower than the cost of installing those same features after construction;
and
WHEREAS,the Commission on Disability's universal housing design committee,composed
of representatives of the Commission on Disability, the Home Builders Association of Northern
Colorado,the home-building industry, and City staff, developed the voluntary program, "Practical
Housing for All(PHA)",the purpose of which is: (a)to create awareness among designers,builders,
and the community at large of the need for providing universal design features in housing for
residents and visitors of all ages and widely varying mobility and ambulatory-related abilities; and
(b) to encourage those fundamental elements being included on the first or main floor of new
housing units that are not otherwise regulated by federal, state or local law with respect to
accessibility features; and
WHEREAS, the City Council first passed a resolution on October 15, 2002 supporting the
original PHA concept of `visitability', which is primarily aimed at enabling those individuals with
widely varying mobility and ambulatory-related abilities to visit homes of others that meet the initial
PHA criteria; and
WHEREAS,the Commission on Disability PHA committee is now proposing that the PHA
program be expanded by including additional universal design criteria for the benefit of all home
occupants as well as visitors; and
WHEREAS, the City has produced and distributed both a PHA builder's guide and a PHA
informational brochure containing the new criteria; and
WHEREAS,the 2004 City Plan Update includes a new policy,HSG-1.6 Basic Access,which
states that: "The City supports the `Practical Housing for All' initiative. Therefore, housing units,
including single-family and multiple housing units should be constructed with practical features that
provide basic access and functionality for people of all ages and widely varying mobility and
ambulatory-related abilities."; and
WHEREAS,in June of 2004,the"US Conference of Mayors"approved the endorsement of
the "Practical Housing for All"initiative pioneered by the Fort Collins Commission on Disability;
and
WHEREAS,the City Council believes it is in the interest of all citizens of and visitors to Fort
Collins that the City encourage the construction of more housing with practical functional features
that afford both residents and visitors, regardless of individual mobility and ambulatory abilities,
the fundamental freedom to enter and use a home.
NOW,THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT
COLLINS as follows:
Section 1. That the Council supports the purpose of PHA and efforts to encourage the
voluntary inclusion of the minimum basic practical features as described herein that foster
independence and enable people of all ages and widely varying mobility and ambulatory-related
abilities to function and perform basic daily life tasks in the residential setting. Accordingly, the
Council supports promotional efforts such as homebuilder and buyer awareness outreach,prioritized
development review and permit processing, certification and recognition awards for builders that
voluntarily construct PHA-eligible housing,as well as any other companion efforts that the Council
deems appropriate by subsequent resolution.
Section 2. For the purposes of this resolution,PHA-eligible housing shall be considered
to be housing that is not otherwise regulated by federal, state or local law with respect to
accessibility, and which housing incorporates the following minimum basic access and universal
design features for persons using a wheelchair on the main or first floor of the dwelling unit:
A. Basic Access into the Dwelling Unit. A wheel-chair accessible route
provided by a code-complying ramp or other means without steps, from the
street, driveway, or garage to a level entrance into the dwelling unit.
B. Basic Main Floor Facilities. Basic resident facilities located on the main
floor including a kitchen, a room that can qualify as a bedroom, and a full
bathroom that contains no less than a lavatory,toilet,and bathtub or shower.
C. Basic Maneuvering Requirements. A minimum 36-inch wide wheel-chair
accessible route maintained throughout the first or main floor with hallways
that are a minimum of 42 inches wide and all doorways that provide a clear-
opening width of 32 inches.
D. Bathroom Access. In at least one bathroom, a clear access space to each
fixture measuring no less than 30 inches by 48 inches, which space may
overlap but not be encroached by door swing.
E. Future Assist Bar Preparation. A wheelchair-useable main-floor bathroom
constructed with built-in structural reinforcement in walls for future
installation of assist bars at the toilet and the bathtub or shower.
F. Reachable Electrical Outlets and Controls. Electrical switches, outlets,
thermostats, and service panels located within 15 and 48 inches above the
floor.
Passed and adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council held this 20th day of July,A.D.
2004.
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk
ATTACHMENT
RESOLUTION 2002-098
OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS
SUPPORTING THE EFFORT TO ENCOURAGE THE CONSTRUCTION OF HOUSING
WITH FEATURES THAT PROVIDE BASIC ACCESS AND FUNCTIONALITY
TO ALL OCCUPANTS AND VISITORS
WHEREAS, no federal, State of Colorado, or City of Fort Collins regulations or programs
presently exist that encourage or require individual single-family houses,multiple-story townhouses,
multiple-housing unit buildings containing less than four housing units, and other multiple-housing
unit buildings located on properties that contain less than a total of eight housing units, to be
constructed with practical features that provide basic access and functionality for people of all ages
and widely varying mobility and ambulatory-related abilities; and
WHEREAS, many people of all ages and widely varying mobility and ambulatory-related
abilities are discouraged from visiting family and friends because of fundamental design barriers that
prohibit or make access to and functionality within most housing impractical to many; and
WHEREAS, there is a very limited number of residences available for purchase or rent with
features that provide basic access and functionality to people of all ages and widely varying mobility
and ambulatory-related abilities; and
WHEREAS, the proportion of the general population with special mobility needs who
continue to remain active is increasing due to medical and technological advances; and
WHEREAS, at some point in life, many people incur an extended temporary or permanent
condition that results in physical limitations or special needs related to mobility or to performing
basic daily life tasks; and
WHEREAS, increasingly more people are facing or will face loss of independence and
having to leave their homes for institutional or assisted care living facilities, becoming more
dependant on social and public services because most homes do not provide basic access and
functionality features for people of all ages and widely varying mobility and ambulatory-related
abilities; and
WHEREAS, the cost of installing basic access and functionality features for people of all
ages and widely varying mobility and ambulatory-related abilities during the construction process
is significantly lower than the cost of installing those same features after construction; and
WHEREAS, the Commission on Disability has several functions as prescribed in Section
2-153 of the City Code, including the following:
"To form special committees including non-commission consultants or specialists
to address issues affecting the well-being of individuals with disabilities"
"To recommend to the city design requirements that ensure accessibility"
"To serve as advocates among city departments, private businesses and the
community on behalf of individuals with disabilities"; and
WHEREAS,the Commission on Disability formed aspecial committee with representatives
of the Commission on Disability, the Home Builders Association of Northern Colorado, private
consulting business, and City staff to investigate the concept of a voluntary program designed to
encourage construction of housing units that are not otherwise regulated by federal, State of
Colorado, or City of Fort Collins regulations with respect to accessibility features, to be built with
basic access and functionality for all residents and visitors; and
WHEREAS,the Commission's special committee is proposing aprogram entitled"Practical
Housing for All (PHA)",the purpose of which is: (a) to create awareness among designers,builders,
and the community at large of the need for providing basic access and functionality features for
people of all ages and widely varying mobility and ambulatory-related abilities; and(b)to encourage
those fundamental elements being included on the first or main floor of new housing units that are
not otherwise regulated by federal, State of Colorado, or City of Fort Collins with respect to
accessibility features; and
WHEREAS,the City Council believes it is in the interest of all citizens of and visitors to Fort
Collins, that the City encourage the construction of more housing with practical functional features
that offers residents and visitors alike, regardless of individual mobility and ambulatory abilities,
the fundamental freedom to enter and use a home.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT
COLLINS as follows:
Section 1. That the Council supports the purpose of PHA and efforts to encourage the
voluntary inclusion of the minimum basic practical features as described herein which foster
independence and enable people of all ages and widely varying mobility and ambulatory-related
abilities to function in the residential environment. Accordingly,the Council supports promotional
efforts such as homebuilder and buyer awareness outreach, prioritized development review and
permit processing consideration,and certification and recognition awards to builders that voluntarily
construct PHA-eligible housing, including new housing units that are not otherwise regulated by
federal, State of Colorado, or City of Fort Collins with respect to accessibility features.
Section 2. For the purposes of this resolution, PHA-eligible housing shall be considered to
be housing which incorporates the following minimum basic access and functionality features in the
main or first floor:
1. A wheelchair-accessible exterior route, including any ramp in such route not
exceeding a slope of 1 in 12, to a ramped or no-step accessible entrance and
entry door having a minimum clear opening width of 32 inches.
2. A minimum of standard, 32-inch wide, interior passage doors.
3. A minimum 36-inch wide wheelchair-accessible route maintained throughout
the first or main floor except as otherwise provided at doorways.
4. Bathrooms and toilet rooms on the main or first floor constricted according
to the following:
(a) At least one such room containing no less than a lavatory and a water
closet is provided.
(b) Built-in structural reinforcement in walls for future installation of
assist bars.
(c) A minimum clear floor space is provided around the water closet that
inscribes a rectangle 56 inches measured perpendicular from the wall
behind the water closet by 48 inches measured from a point 18 inches
from the center line of the water closet on the side designated for the
future installation of the assist bar, with such clear floor space
unobstructed by walls or fixtures except for the overlapping area
occupied by a lavatory projecting from the wall that is located behind
the water closet.
(d) A 30-inch by 48-inch clear floor space beyond the arc of the door
swing is provided where the access door to such rooms opens inward.
5. Electrical switches,outlets,thermostats,and service panels are located within
15 and 48 inches above the floor.
Passed and adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council held this 15th day of October,
A.D. 2002.
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk
ATTACHMENT 2
News Release
City of Fort Collins
Contact: Ray Martinez, (970)416-2154
Kelly DiMartino, Communications&Public Involvement Coordinator, (970)416-2028
Release Date: June 29,2004
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
US Conference of Mayors Endorses Fort Collins Commission on Disability's PHA Initiative
The US Conference of Mayors recently approved the endorsement of the"Practical Housing for All"
initiative, a new resolution pioneered by the Fort Collins Commission on Disability. Project Practical
Housing for All(PHA)is an effort to educate home builders and their consumers on simple ways to build
practical homes for residents of all abilities, ages and lifestyles.
"Increasingly, more people are facing, or will face, loss of independence because most homes do not
provide basic access and functionality features for people of all ages and widely varying mobility and
ambulatory-related abilities,"said Mayor Ray Martinez.
Whether people need easy access to their homes due to recovery from surgery,the aging process, a new
baby or permanent immobility,the Commission recognized a need for"barrier-free"homes. Consequently,
five basic PHA features were identified so that individuals could live comfortably in their own homes, and on
October 15, 2002, Council endorsed the PHA resolution.
The five PHA features are:
-At least one level entrance into the home
-Minimum 32-inch wide doorways
-A minimum 36-inch wide clear passage throughout the main floor of the home
-A usable bathroom on the main floor with reinforced walls to support grab bars
- Reachable electrical plugs and switches
"I am proud of the Commission on Disability's efforts to develop and implement the PHA concept. The US
Conference of Mayor's endorsement speaks well for our community in taking the lead role of promoting
housing that works for everyone,"said Mayor Ray Martinez.
In its role as an advocate for citizens with disabilities,the Commission on Disability develops educational
programs to acquaint citizens with issues affecting individuals with disabilities and works together with other
boards,commissions and the City Council to provide recommendations for the betterment of disabled
citizens in the community.
For more information about the Commission on Disability and Project PHA, please visit
hftp://fcclov.com/citVclerk/disability.php.
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ATTACHMENT 4
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Housing policies are intended to produce positive outcomes for housing prices,
availability and choice; availability of housing for low-income households; and
neighborhood stability.
PRINCIPLE HSG-1: A variety of housing types and densities will be
available throughout the urban area for all income levels.
Policy HSG-1.1 Land Use Patterns. The City will encourage a variety of housing
types and densities, including mixed-used developments that are well-served by public
transportation and close to employment centers, services, and amenities. In particular,
the City will promote the siting of higher density housing near public transportation,
shopping, and in designated neighborhoods and districts.
Policy HSG-1.2 Housing Supply. The City will encourage public and private, for-
profit and non-profit sectors to take actions to develop and maintain an adequate
supply of single- and multiple-family housing, including mobile homes and
manufactured housing that is proportionately balanced to the wages of our labor force.
Policy HSG-1.3 Accessory Housing Units. The City will recognize accessory housing
units as a viable form of additional, and possibly affordable housing, and will develop
special permit procedures, criteria, and restrictions governing their existence that are
designed to facilitate their development while protecting existing residential
neighborhood character.
Policy HSG-1.4 Land for Residential Development. The City will permit residential
development in all neighborhoods and districts in order to maximize the potential land
available for development of housing and thereby positively influence housing
affordability.
Policy HSG-1.5 Special Needs Housing. The housing needs of all special
populations within the community should be met. Residential-care facilities, shelters,
group homes, elderly housing, and low-income housing should be dispersed
throughout the Fort Collins urban area and the region.
Policy HSG-1.6 Basic Access. The City supports the "Practical Housing for All"
initiative; therefore housing units, including single family and multiple-housing units
should be constructed with practical features that provide basic access and functionality
for people of all ages and widely varying mobility and ambulatory-related abilities.
Pr hzci Les arid Policies _ _ Housing
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ATTACHMENT
RESOLUTION
FORT COLLINS CHAPTER 759 OF AARP
WHEREAS, the existence of people with disabilities constitutes a major
social issue that deserves attention and respect; and
WHEREAS, the national AARP has recognized in its Public Policy Book
that "The incidence of disability increases with age" and has recognized that
federal laws have been passed to protect people of all ages who have physical or
mental disabilities (Policy Book 2003, at 13-12); and
WHEREAS, people with disabilities have special needs in housing, not
only in the place where they reside but also in homes that they may visit or
temporarily reside, such as living with other family members or visiting with
friends or relatives; and
WHEREAS, public housing is now required in most cases to provide
accommodation for persons with disabilities as recognized and supported by the
national AARP (Policy Book, at 9-42 to 9-47), but such accommodations are not
being required in private housing; and
WHEREAS, the expense of providing accommodations for mobility
disabilities in private housing is greatly reduced when the original structure is
being constructed, as compared to the much greater expense of re-designing and
re-building housing to make such accommodations; and
WHEREAS, the Fort Collins Chapter #759 of AARP has considered its
support of proposals to build such accommodations and plans into new housing:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Fort Collins Chapter #759 of
AARP supports the proposals to plan for, and to build, accommodations for
persons with disabilities into new housing, specifically as proposed in the plans
entitled "Practical Housing for All", and encourages builders, architects,
contractors, planners, and all persons engaged in the construction of new homes
to follow the 5 guides: (1) no step entries, (2) first floor kitchen, bathroom and a
bedroom, (3) maneuvering space in hallways, (4) clear openings for doorways,
and (5) reachable plugs and switches.
ATTACHMENT
Community Planning and Environmental Services
Building and Zoning Department RECEIVED
MAR 1 7 2004
City of Fort Collins
MEMORANDUM
Date: March 11, 2004
To: Mayor Martinez and Council Members, Q 6d
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Gregory Byrne, CPES Director
From: Felix Lee, Building and Zoning Di
Subject: Study Session Summary March 9, 2004—" ractical Housing for All" (PHA)
The City Council discussed proposed revisions COUNCIL RESOLUTION 2002-098, passed
unanimously on October 15, 2002, which currently supports the Commission on Disability in its
efforts through the voluntary program, "Practical Housing for All" (PHA), that was intended to
encourage home builders to include an option package of cost-effective access features included
during construction that make a home more usable and practical primarily for visitors of all ages
and abilities. The proposed revisions to the resolution will expand the PHA concept to be truly
inclusive by adding features enabling residents to function and live on the main floor in
participating new housing. Council Members Bertschy, Hamrick, Kastein, Martinez, Roy, and
Tharp participated in the study session. Their responses to staff's questions are summarized as
follows;
Question 1:
"Does Council wish to revise the current resolution covering new single-family homes and other
housing not currently covered with respect to required accessible features by local, state, or
federal regulations, to be more inclusive by adding provisions and built-in design features
primarily intended for residents in addition to the current language, which is now intended
primarily for visitors of all ages and abilities?"
All Council Members expressed their support for the proposed more-inclusive revisions that are
intended for residents of participating homes as well as visitors.
Question 2:
"Does Council wish the City to continue to support the concept of prioritized development
review and permit processing; associated funding related to homebuilder/buyer awareness and
outreach and for certification and recognition awards to builders that construct PHA-eligible
housing?"
All Council Members indicated their desire to continue the current incentives and outreach
efforts identified in the current resolution.
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Question 3:
"Does Council wish the City to provide additional incentives beyond those enumerated in the
current resolution and any attendant funding?"
Council Member Kastein and others expressed interest in considering additional incentives.
Mayor Martinez indicated his support for any new publicly-subsidized housing going beyond
minimum federal, state, and local accessibility codes by voluntarily including additional PHA
dwelling units in such projects.
Next steps:
Based on Council's direction, staff will bring the revised version COUNCIL RESOLUTION
2002-098 forward for Council approval in the coming weeks with any new incentives or
promotional components.
DATE: March 9, 2004 STUDY SESSION ITEM
STAFF: Felix Lee FORT COLLINS CITY COUNCIL
SUBJECT FOR DISCUSSION
Staff is seeking direction on revising Council Resolution 2002-098, adopted unanimously on
October 15, 2002. This resolution currently supports the Commission on Disability in its efforts
through the voluntary program,"Practical Housing for All"(PHA),that was intended to encourage
home builders to include an option package of cost-effective features included during construction
that make a home more usable and practical for visitors of all ages and abilities.
GENERAL DIRECTION SOUGHT AND SPECIFIC QUESTIONS TO BE ANSWERED
1. Does Council wish to revise Resolution 2002-098,covering new single-family homes and other
housing not currently covered with respect to required accessible features by local, state, or
federal regulations, to be more inclusive by adding provisions and built-in design features
primarily intended for residents in addition to the current language, which is now intended
primarily for visitors of all ages and abilities?
2. Does Council wish the City to continue to support the concept of prioritized development review
and permit processing;associated funding related to homebuilder/buyer awareness and outreach
and for certification and recognition awards to builders that construct PHA-eligible housing?
3. Does Council wish the City to provide additional incentives beyond those enumerated in the
current resolution and any attendant funding?
BACKGROUND AND CURRENT STATUS:
PHA Milestones
• Program Revisions — It has become clear that the program should become more inclusive to
address residents' needs and not be aimed primarily at visitors. New basic main-floor features
included are:
➢ A wheelchair-usable kitchen (currently not included).
➢ A wheelchair-usable full bathroom(currently,no bathing facilities specified—only lavatory
and toilet).
➢ A wheelchair-usable main floor room that can qualify as a bedroom(currently bedroom not
provided).
➢ Minimum hallway width of 42 inches (currently, 36 inches minimum).
• Public Outreach — A Builder's Guide and general information brochure was published and
distributed to various groups including the local chapter of the AARP and the Latimer County
Office on Aging. These documents are to be updated and placed on the Commission on
Disability web site after Council's decision on the proposed revised resolution.Letters soliciting
PHA homes in the annual 2004 Fort Collins Parade of Homes were sent to past participating
builders. Members of the PHA team have presented to various groups including Home Builders
Association of Northern Colorado.
March 9, 2004 Page 2
• Citv's Hard Costs — CPES has funded approximately $2,500 to date for contract design and
printing the brochure and the builder's guide.
Current Status and Related Issues
1) No builders to date have participated in or taken advantage of the "incentives". Most
builders indicated willingness to offer the features upon request.
2) A builder award and certification program has been neither developed nor resourced.
3) The proposed City Plan Update includes a new housing policy to be considered by City
Council in the near future as follows:
"Policy HSG-1.6 Basic Access. Housing units,including single family and multiple-housing
units should be constructed with practical features that provide basic access and functionality
for people of all ages and widely varying mobility and ambulatory- related abilities." (The
Planning and Zoning Board voted 6-1 to delete this proposed amendment.)
4) Colorado state law (CRS Title 9-5-101 et seq., Standards for Accessible Housing) was
revised, adding new standards that now apply to attached one-family(townhouses) and
to adjacent detached one-family dwellings with less than 36 inches of"unobstructed
space" between units, as well as a new definition of "projects" that now encompass
individually deeded lots containing a total of 7 or more units and which lots are
developed as part of a planned development. These and other changes have effectively
increased the number of required accessible dwelling units that are being built after April
2003.
5) The COD is interested in expanding the PHA program to include Larimer County and
beyond.
ATTACHMENTS
A. Council Resolution 2002-098 adopted October 15, 2002
B. Draft Revised Resolution
C. PHA Builder's Guide
D. PHA brochure
E. Letter to "Parade of Homes" builders 2004
F. City Plan Update proposed new housing policy HSG-1.6 Basic Access
G. PHA Power Point presentation —Mark Beck, COD chair
H. CRS Title 9-5-101 et seq., Standards for Accessible Housing(excerpts)
I. Fort Collins Chapter of AARP resolution.