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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda_HAB_03.15.2021Notice of Meeting for the Housing Adv isory Board of the City of Georgetown March 15, 2021 at 3:30 P M at Virtual T he C ity o f G eorgetown is c o mmitted to c ompliance with the Americans with Dis ab ilities Ac t (ADA). If yo u req uire as s is tanc e in participating at a p ublic meeting d ue to a disability, as d efined und er the ADA, reasonable as s is tance, ad ap tatio ns , or acc o mmo d ations will b e provid ed up o n req uest. P leas e contac t the C ity S ecretary's O ffic e, at leas t three (3) d ays p rio r to the s cheduled meeting date, at (512) 930-3652 or C ity Hall at 808 Martin Luther King Jr. S treet, G eo rgeto wn, T X 78626 for ad d itional info rmation; T T Y us ers route thro ugh R elay Texas at 711. The r e gul ar mee ting wil l c onvene at 3:30pm on M arc h 15, 2021 via te le confe r e nce . 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To spe ak on an ite m, c lick on the "R aise your H and" option at the bottom of the Zoom me eti ng we bpage onc e that ite m has opened. Whe n you ar e c alle d upon by the R ec ording S ec re tar y, your devic e will be r emotely un-mute d by the A dministr ator and you may spe ak for thr ee minute s. P le ase state your name cle ar l y, and whe n your time is over, your devic e will be mute d again. U se of pr ofani ty, thr eate ni ng language , sl ande r ous r emarks or thr eats of harm ar e not allowe d and wi ll r e sul t in you bei ng imme di atel y r e move d fr om the mee ti ng. Page 1 of 65 Regular Session (T his R egular S es s ion may, at any time, be rec es s ed to c o nvene an Exec utive S es s ion for any purp o s e authorized b y the O pen Meetings Ac t, Texas G o vernment C ode 551.) A D iscussion on how the H ousing Advisory B oard virtual conference will be conducted, to include options for public comments and how the public may address the C ommission -- Sofia N elson, C N U -A, P lanning D irector P ublic Wishing to Address the Board O n a s ubjec t that is p o s ted o n this agenda: P leas e fill out a speaker regis tration form which c an b e found at the Board meeting. C learly p rint yo ur name, the letter o f the item o n which you wis h to s p eak, and present it to the S taff Liais o n, p referab ly p rio r to the s tart of the meeting. Yo u will b e c alled fo rward to s p eak when the Board cons id ers that item. O n a s ubjec t no t p o s ted o n the agenda: P ers ons may add an item to a future Board agend a by filing a written req uest with the S taff Liaison no later than o ne week prior to the Bo ard meeting. T he req uest mus t inc lude the s p eaker's name and the s p ecific to p ic to b e ad d res s ed with sufficient information to info rm the b o ard and the p ublic . F o r Board Liais o n contac t information, p leas e logo n to http://go vernment.georgetown.o rg/category/b o ard s -commissions /. B At th e tim e of p ostin g , n o p ersons had signed u p to speak on items n ot on the a g en d a . L egislativ e Regular Agenda C Nominatio n and s electio n o f Vice-c hair and S ec retary for the 2021-22 Bo ard . S us an Watkins, AI C P, Hous ing C o o rd inato r D Disc ussio n and p o s s ib le ac tion to approve meeting time, date and plac e fo r 2021-22 Board. S us an Watkins, AIC P, Ho using C o o rd inato r E P resentation and dis c ussion of the Hous ing Advis o ry Board memb er training and 2021-22 work plan. S us an Watkins , AI C P, Hous ing C oordinato r Adjournment Ce rtificate of Posting I, R obyn Dens mo re, C ity S ec retary for the C ity of G eorgetown, Texas, do hereb y certify that this Notice of Meeting was p o s ted at C ity Hall, 808 Martin Luther King Jr. S treet, G eorgeto wn, T X 78626, a p lace readily acc es s ib le to the general p ublic as req uired by law, on the _____ day of _________________, 2021, at __________, and remained so p o s ted fo r at leas t 72 c o ntinuo us hours prec eding the sc heduled time of s aid meeting. __________________________________ Page 2 of 65 R o b yn Dens more, C ity S ecretary Page 3 of 65 City of Georgetown, Texas Housing Advisory Board March 15, 2021 S UB J E C T: D iscussion on how the H ousing Advisory B oard virtual conference will be conducted, to include options for public comments and how the public may address the C ommission -- S ofia N elson, C N U -A, P lanning D irector IT E M S UMMARY: F IN AN C IAL IMPAC T: N/A S UB MIT T E D B Y: Andreina Dávila-Q uintero, AI C P, C urrent P lanning Manager Page 4 of 65 City of Georgetown, Texas Housing Advisory Board March 15, 2021 S UB J E C T: No minatio n and s elec tion of Vic e-chair and S ec retary fo r the 2021-22 Bo ard. S us an Watkins , AI C P, Ho using C o ordinator IT E M S UMMARY: T he Bo ard will s elect a Vic e-chair and S ec retary fo r the 2021/22 year. F IN AN C IAL IMPAC T: No ne at this time. S UB MIT T E D B Y: S usan Watkins , AIC P, Ho using C o o rd inator Page 5 of 65 City of Georgetown, Texas Housing Advisory Board March 15, 2021 S UB J E C T: Dis cus s io n and pos s ible actio n to ap p ro ve meeting time, d ate and p lace for 2021-22 Bo ard . S usan Watkins , AI C P, Hous ing C oordinator IT E M S UMMARY: T he Bo ard will d is c us s and possibly approve a new meeting time, date and p lac e fo r the 2021-22 year. F IN AN C IAL IMPAC T: No ne at this time. S UB MIT T E D B Y: S usan Watkins , AIC P, Ho using C o o rd inator Page 6 of 65 City of Georgetown, Texas Housing Advisory Board March 15, 2021 S UB J E C T: P res entation and d is cus s io n o f the Ho using Ad vis ory Bo ard member training and 2021-22 wo rk p lan. S usan Watkins , AIC P, Ho using C o o rd inator IT E M S UMMARY: S taff will review the Hous ing Ad visory Bo ard Training G uid e and provid e an o p p o rtunity fo r exis ting memb ers to s hare their exp erienc e with new board memb ers . T he board will review the proposed board work plan for 2021-22, including housing related actions from the 2030 Comprehensive P lan I mplementation P lan listed with a 0-2 year term. F IN AN C IAL IMPAC T: No ne. S UB MIT T E D B Y: S usan Watkins , AIC P, Ho using C o o rd inator AT TAC H ME N T S: D escription Type Pres entation - HAB Training Guide Pres entation Exhibit 1 - 2030 Plan Implementation Exhibit Page 7 of 65 Housing Advisory Board (HAB) Training Guide Page 8 of 65 Table of Contents •Introduction to Planning Team & Mission of the Department •Commission Bylaws and Meeting Procedures •Components of the Housing Element •Housing Tax Credit Resolution process •Current Housing Programs •21/22 Work Plan Page 9 of 65 Planning Department Mission The Georgetown Planning Department is committed to actively preserving the community’s heritage, and shaping its future by implementing the City’s adopted vision and promoting a high quality built environment. Page 10 of 65 Bylaws & Meeting Procedures Page 11 of 65 Bylaws •Historically meets once monthly (3rd Monday) •Seven (7) members appointed by City Council for two-year terms, eligible for two (2) consecutive terms •Officers serve two (2) year terms •Chair or three (3) members may call special meetings •Subcommittees Page 12 of 65 Responsibilities •Ensure affordable housing for residents at all income levels •Long-range housing research and policy recommendations with the 2030 Housing Element •Reviewing and making recommendations regarding housing development that requests city support for state and federal funding Recommending body for: •Housing Tax Credit Resolution Requests Page 13 of 65 Public Hearing Procedures •Speaker registration forms should be turned into the Board Liaison and/or Chairman prior to the start of the meeting. •Speakers limited to 3 minutes unless an additional 3 minutes have been ceded to speaker. •Chair reminds speaker of their 3 minutes and they are on the clock. •3 minute time limit –Board liaison will notify speaker, time is up.If, speaker continues, it’s the discretion of the chair to allow extended time Page 14 of 65 Public Hearing Procedures •Call for a motion •Motion is seconded, if no second, motion dies •Vote, majority required to approve •Failure to approve a positive motion shall be deemed a denial, per 2.24.140 (H) Boards and Commission ordinance Page 15 of 65 Quorum, Attendance and Correspondence •Quorum is a majority (4 of 7) •It is a Council policy to require a minimum of 75 percent attendance of each member at regularly scheduled meetings, including subcommittee meetings. •Board members are encouraged to notify the Board Liaisons and Chair if they are unable to attend prior to the meeting. •Open Meetings Act Page 16 of 65 Agendas •The agenda will be available online at agendas.georgetown.org the Friday before the meeting. Page 17 of 65 Housing Element Page 18 of 65 2030 Plan –Housing goal and policies Affordability DiversityPreservation Support existing neighborhoods Increase consumer choiceEnsure access to diverse housing options and preserve existing neighborhoods, for residents of all ages, backgrounds and income levels. 2030 Goal Policy Themes Page 19 of 65 2030 Plan Housing Element •Purpose of HE •Appendices with data •Housing Inventory •Subarea Profiles •Affordability Analysis •Housing Toolkit •Update adopted on March 10, 2020 •14 housing policies •Online at 2030.georgetown.org Page 20 of 65 2030 Plan Housing Element LOW INCOME WORKFORCE SENIOR Preservation of units [H1.-H.3] ALL Preservation of neighborhoods [H.4] Affordability of new units [H.5-H.8]Diversity of options [H.9-H.11] Page 21 of 65 Implementation Plan Actions Preservation •Preservation of existing units and home ownership •Support neighborhoods Affordability •Increase supply of affordable options •Support for community housing efforts Diversity •Promote additional housing options •Support for aging in place Page 22 of 65 Housing Tax Credit Resolution Applications Page 23 of 65 LIHTC Tax Credit Information •4% Housing Tax Credits •Non-competitive •Must use tax-exempt bonds •Developer can apply all year •Covers approximately 30% of development cost •Generally serves 60% AMI population –can serve 30-80% AMI •9% Housing Tax Credits •Competitive •limited allocation •March 1 app, July award •Can cover roughly 70% of development cost •Serves 30%-80% AMI population Page 24 of 65 Page 25 of 65 HTC Resolution Request Application •Application Form •Zoning verification or rezoning application number •Public Outreach Plan •Draft Resolutions (Two-times and Support) •Letter of Intent with Detailed Information Page 26 of 65 Resolution request •4% Housing Tax Credits •Resolution of No Objection •Twice the State Average Per Capita if applicable •9% Housing Tax Credits •Resolution of Support or No Objection •Twice the State Average Per Capita if applicable Page 27 of 65 HTC Units Per Capita = Twice State per capita = .0097 *2 = .0194 City of Georgetown = = .027 Twice State Per Capita Calculation 266,524 27,419,612 Sum of LIHTC Units TX Population Est. 1,731 63,062 = .0097 = Page 28 of 65 HTC Resolution Request Process Overview Resolution of Support or No Objection for inclusion in application City Council review and approval Neighborhood meetings (2 with one three weeks prior to Council action) HAB Review and recommendation Application Submitted (6 weeks prior to HAB meeting) Page 29 of 65 Current Housing Programs Page 30 of 65 Current Programs •Home Repair Program •Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funding •Unified Development Code –Workforce Housing Development Page 31 of 65 Home Repair Program •Began in 2008 •Partnership with Habitat for Humanity in 2018 •Current funding •General Fund •Conservation Fund (energy and water) •Community Development Block Grant Funding Page 32 of 65 •Partnership with Habitat for Humanity •Preservation of neighborhoods •Energy conservation •Support homeownership and homeowners with Historic requirements for rehabilitation Eligible activities Home Repair Program Page 33 of 65 Home Repair Program Source: City of Georgetown 2030 Plan Page 34 of 65 Home Repair Program •Citywide eligibility to apply for program •Direct outreach efforts •Old Town and Downtown districts •Homeowners in need of utility bill assistance •Seniors in need of accessibility improvements •Awareness of ability to assist urgent repairs (subject to fund availability) Page 35 of 65 Home Repair Program For more information visit: http://housing.georgetown.org/home-repair-program/ Page 36 of 65 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funding Overview •Entitlement communities •Non-entitlement communities can be sub-recipients •CoG is subrecipient of Williamson County •Annual application for funding •Low to Moderate Income (LMI) areas •At least 47% of households have incomes at or below 80% of the area median income (AMI) Page 37 of 65 Page 38 of 65 CDBG Funding •Meet Wilco goals as outlined in 2019-2023 Consolidated Plan •Public Facility and Infrastructure Improvements •Increase Access to Affordable Housing •Decrease Homelessness •Public Services •Affirmatively Further Fair Housing •Funding that can be spent within a year Page 39 of 65 Past use of funds 2013 •$79,400 Wastewater line for Georgetown Project’s NEST Homeless Teen Center •$38,000 Engineering for sidewalks along MLK/3rd and 2nd Street 2014 •$160,000 Sidewalk along the south side of E. 2nd St. from Austin Ave. to College St. 2015 •$87,120 Sidewalk along MLK/3rd Street from Scenic to Austin 2016 •$135,500 Scenic Drive Sidewalk 2018 •$206,824 17th Street Sidewalk and bus shelters 2019 •$75,000 Home Repair program 2020 •$75,000 Home Repair program •$97,000 Infrastructure for Shepherd’s Village Scenic Drive FY 2016 Page 40 of 65 Past use of funds FY2019 Home Repair –window replacement and roof repair FY2020 Shepherd’s Village infrastructure Page 41 of 65 Unified Development Code (UDC) udc.georgetown.org •Adopted March 11, 2003 •Primary tool to regulate land development •Applies to residential and non-residential development in City limits and ETJ •Establishes procedures for development review •Governed by multiple departments •Workforce Housing Development standards (Section 6.07.04) Page 42 of 65 21/22 Work Plan Page 43 of 65 Proposed Work Plan for 21/22 •Continue neighborhood association program pilot •Track Ridge Grasshopper & San Jose neighborhood plans •Research housing funding sources •Evaluate housing diversity •Modify workforce housing standards Page 44 of 65 Helpful Information Websites •housing.georgetown.org •planning.georgetown.org •maps.georgetown.org •agendas.georgetown.org Contact Information Susan Watkins Housing Coordinator Susan.Watkins@georgetown.org 512.930.8477 Page 45 of 65 127 PLAN IMPLEMENTATION PLAN IMPLEMENTATION Page 46 of 65 128 PLAN IMPLEMENTATION Plan Amendments, Monitoring, and Updates Amendments Plan amendments are periodic, substantive changes to the plan and its associated goals, policies, and actions along with changes to the Future Land Use Map that are necessary to accommodate changes or unforeseen circumstances in a manner consistent with the public interest. While the plan provides for reasonable flexibility in interpretation, to have relevance over time, it should not be permitted to be ignored, nor subject to continuous or arbitrary amendments to accommodate development applications, which are contrary to the plan. Amendments should not be made without an analysis of immediate needs and consideration of the long-terms effects. In considering amendments to the plan, the City should be guided by the following: »» The need for the proposed change; » The effect of the proposed change on the need for City services and facilities; » The implications, if any, that the amendment may have for other parts of the plan; and » A description and analysis of unforeseen circumstances or the emergence of new information. If a plan is to have value and remain useful over time, it is important to develop ways of monitoring progr ess on the many initiatives it calls for, to evaluate its effectiveness, and to keep it current as new information becomes available and as circumstances change. For this reason, comprehensive planning is thought of as an ongoing process and not as a one-time event. The plan is not an end in itself, but rather the foundation that will guide ongoing, more detailed planning. Without the evaluation and feedback loop, the plan can soon become irrelevant. For this reason, the plan must be structured to respond to changing needs and conditions. Due to the complexity of the many initiatives called for in the City of Georgetown 2030 Comprehensive Plan, as well as the accelerating rate of growth and change, provisions for plan amendments, monitoring, and updating will be made in a timely manner, as follows. Annual Monitoring The City should monitor and report upon plan implementation progress annually. At the anniversary of plan adoption, the Planning Department should submit to the Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee, Planning & Zoning Commission, and City Council an annual report indicating actions taken and progress made toward plan implementation, along with recommendations for plan amendments due to altered circumstances or in response to citizen requests, proposed rezonings, or plats. Annual reviews should also include: »» Developing benchmarks, as part of an overall plan-monitoring program, to evaluate the effectiveness of implementation efforts and adherence to the plan; and » Maintaining dialogue with local citizens, municipalities, school districts, development interests, and other stakeholders and affected parties on a periodic, ongoing basis to monitor the effectiveness and continued relevance of the plan. Page 47 of 65 129 “Term” means the period in years during which the initiative will begin. 0-2 Years = FY 2020-2022 2-4 Years = FY 2022-2024 4+ Years = FY 2024-2030 OG = On-Going “Cost” means the approximated budget required to accomplish the initiative. $ = under $10,000 $$ = $10,000 to $50,000 $$$ = $50,000 to $100,000 $$$$ = $100,000+ “City Staff Lead” means the City Staff member responsible for championing each initiative, although the support of additional entities is often necessary. Key Terms Plan Updates Every five years, the City of Georgetown will initiate a process to revise and adopt an updated plan (if needed) or one or more plan element. The revision process will include the following: »»Creation or continuation of the Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee, as appropriate, depending on the plan Element or Elements undergoing revision; »Updating of the plan statistical data documenting growth trends, completed projects and other factors experienced since the adoption of the current plan; »Preparation of an Evaluation and Appraisal Report, documenting plan effectiveness and implementation efforts, identifying constraints upon implementation, and summarizing trends and challenges that have emerged or changed in the period since plan adoption; »Revision of goals, strategies, and actions to reflect changing circumstances, emerging needs and opportunities, and expressed citizen priorities; and »Revisions to Future Land Use Map and other related maps. Implementation Plan The following Implementation Plan outlines the ten 2030 Plan Update goals, the associated policies, and action items to assist in measuring plan implementation. The purpose of this Implementation Plan is to provide a checklist for City leaders, City staff, the community, and other decision makers to proactively implement this plan and realize the vision of the Georgetown community. The City will use this checklist to program budgeting, staffing, development decisions, and other important decisions over the next ten years and beyond. Implementation Strategies: “Regulatory Framework” means the regulations and standards (“rules”) for the development of land, primarily zoning and subdivision regulations. “Decision Framework” means the criteria and processes used in the decision- making process related to land development by City Council (“why”). “Plans, Programs, and Partnerships” means plans that require additional work to further this 2030 Plan Update; routine activities of the City; and partnerships to maximize resources and concentrate efforts. Page 48 of 65 130 PLAN IMPLEMENTATION Plan Implementation Strategies Summary Strategic Initiatives Implementation Approach and Tools Regulatory Framework Goals: 1. Balanced land use 2. Reinvestment 3. Development framework 4. Historic Preservation 6. Housing & neighborhoods 8. Land use that enables partnerships PPerform UDC diagnostic review to implement the goals and policies of 2030 as identified below. Diversity and Density x Update development standards to ensure compatibility of diverse uses including buffers, setbacks to reduce barriers to higher density development in Community Commercial Centers and support the updated residential future land use categories x Use tailored development standards including the use of transfer of development rights and density bonuses for key areas: Employment Centers, Regional Centers, Gateways, Southeast Georgetown, Williams Drive and Downtown x Preserve and incentivize the City’s historic resources and reuse existing structures through tailored, flexible development standards x Allow a variety of housing types, lot sizes, and a balance of amenities x Develop incentives for inclusion of moderate density, moderately priced housing types, affordable/workforce housing creation and preservation Land Uses x Review and update rezoning approval criteria Gateways x Update boundaries of overlay districts to reflect development changes within an area (for example, once identified scenic areas have now become urbanized areas) x Identify specific locations for major gateway sign locations (I-35 northbound, SH-130) and minor gateway signs (S. Austin and SH29 entrances into historic Georgetown) x Create an Urban Corridor type x Update Scenic Corridor standards for larger setbacks, lower building heights, native landscaping and limited lighting x Update Downtown Corridor standards for building and street front design, evaluate development standards to ensure consistency with the Downtown Overlay x Prioritize building and site design (placement of buildings, materials, landscaping) when negotiating development agreements and potential incentives for I-35, SH130, SH29, SH195 in order to support Employment Centers and Regional Centers Williams Drive Subarea x Establish a Williams Drive special zoning district area that implements proposed mix of uses, density, and building form (setbacks, height, and design) x Develop an incentive program for enhancing site and buildings in compliance with the goals and policies of the Williams Drive Subarea Page 49 of 65 131 Strategic Initiatives Implementation Approach and Tools Decision Framework Goals: 1. Balanced land use 3. Development framework 6. Housing & neighborhoods DDevelopment Agreements, Annexation, Special Purpose Districts, and Intentional Infrastructure x Review utility connection policies to ensure support of land use goals (#1, 2, 3, 6, 7, 8) of the Comprehensive Plan x Ready infrastructure for development in key, prioritized Employment Centers, Southeast Georgetown and mixed-use developments x Update approval criteria for voluntary annexation x Review approval criteria for special purpose districts (MUD, PID, TIRZ, PUD) to distinguish between types of development and identify specific criteria for meeting diversity and density goals x Evaluate development proposals (e.g. annexation, special purpose districts) using the City’s Fiscal Impact Model x Develop a Comprehensive Plan checklist for use in evaluating development proposals and zoning applications for consistency with the plan's principles and direction Financial assistance/incentives to housing developers an d builders meeting housing policies x Development and other incentive agreements – tailored development standards and/or contribution in infrastructure costs (including audit of existing workforce housing standard incentive to ensure its usability) x Utilize special purpose financing districts (MUDs, PIDs, TIRZs) policy (for example, to incorporate a minimum amount of workforce hous ing as part of the consent to utilize a special purpose financing district) x Consider utilizing fee waivers (for example parkland, development application, and building permit fees) x Create a dedicated funding source for housing development incentives and agreements Plans, Programs, and Partnerships Goals: 6. Housing and Neighborhoods 7. High quality infrastructure 8. Land use that enables partnerships 9. Integrate greenspace & recreation 10. Maintain levels of service as we grow Small Area Planning &Neighborhoods x Create small area plans to guide development in key locations x Explore the applicability of Neighborhood Empowerment Zones, Neighborhood Conservation Districts or Overlays x Develop Neighborhood Association Program (assist neighborhoods with education/tools for establishment) Comprehensive Plan Elements x Conduct a review of City policies and plans to identify potential conflicts and opportunities to support implementation of the 2030 Plan Update’s Land Use and Housing Element policies . x Adopt a Historic Preservation Element as part of the next update to the Downtown Master Plan x Update the Parks Plan and the Overall Transportation Plan (OTP) x Revisit charter required 2030 plan elements for applicability and identify specific timeframes for update when necessary (Citizen’s Participation Plan, Urban Design Element, Public Safety Element) x Coordinate Utility Master Plan with 2030 Comprehensive Plan Capital Improvement Planning (CIP) x Identify key capital improvements needed in Employment Centers to support economic development objectives x Use 4A/4B funds to support Employment Centers, Regional Centers x Dedicate 5% of project costs of all new roadway improvements within Gateway corridors for beautification Page 50 of 65 132 PLAN IMPLEMENTATION Strategic Initiatives Implementation Approach and Tools Plans, Programs, and Partnerships Goals: 6. Housing and Neighborhoods 7. High quality infrastructure 8. Land use that enables partnerships 9. Integrate greenspace & recreation 10. Maintain levels of service as we grow AAnnual Reporting (2030 Plan) x Convene the 2030 Steering Committee annually to review and approve the annual report x Prepare an annual community report card on comprehensive plan progress x Develop a comprehensive plan checklist for use in evaluating development proposals and zoning applications for consistency with the Plan’s principles and direction Partnerships x Coordinate with Williamson County on land use, transportation and infrastructure planning x Partner with GISD for planning of future school sites and infrastructure x Adopt a Health and Human Services Element x Support Georgetown Housing Authority (GHA) preservation of units x Support housing non-profits, banks with Community Revitalization Act initiatives, and other community organizations x Partner with TxDOT & the Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (CAMPO) in the development of Gateways and Image Corridors x Provide opportunity for community engagement through outreach and communication. Home Repair x Expand home repair programs to reach moderate income workforce owner-occupied households and small-scale rental properties x Create a dedicated funding source eligible to be used for both workforce and lower income housing rehabilitation Page 51 of 65 133 GGoals, Policies, and AAction Items Term Cost City Staff Lead Goal 1: Promote development patterns with balanced land uses that provide a variety of well-integrated housing and retail choices, transportation, public facilities, and recreational options in all parts of Georgetow n. Policy LU.1 Encourage a balanced mix of residential, commercial, and employment uses at varying densities and intensities to reflect a gr adual transition from urban to suburban to rural development. LU.1.a. Analyze and amend (if applicable) the UDC to ensure that proper transitions and buffering are required between neighborhoods and adjacent commercial areas. 0-2 $$$ Planning Policy LU.2 Promote more compact, higher density, well-connected development within appropriate infill locations. LU.2.a. Analyze and amend (if applicable) the UDC to ensure standards are appropriate for new residential development to allow a range and transition of density, accommodate smalle r residential lots, prioritize open space, amenities and heightened connectivity. 0-2 $$$ Planning LU.2.b. Analyze and amend (if applicable) to accommodate higher density residential developments (e.g., 24+ dwelling units per acre). 0-2 $$$ Planning LU.2.c. Analyze and amend (if applicable) the UDC to support density bonuses and transfer of development rights as incentives for desirable development types and forms. 0-2 $$$ Planning Policy LU.3 Promote development of complete neighborhoods across Georgetown. LU.3.a. Analyze and amend (if applicable) the UDC to promote compact, well-connected neighborhoods and commercial areas pertaining to street connectivity, street design, open space, etc. 0-2 $$$ Planning Policy GC.1 Leverage the Highway Corridors to promote economic development and an inviting, positive image of Georgetown. GC.1.a. Actively partner with TxDOT, Central Texas Mobility Authority and Williamson County on roadway improvements on the intersections with Williams Drive, University Ave, Leander Road and Westinghouse Road during design, construction and maintenance. Ensure design includes pedestrian connectivity (specifically for the areas between Leander Road and Lakeway Drive) and gateway features (signage, landscaping, etc.). OG $ Public Works Page 52 of 65 134 PLAN IMPLEMENTATION GGoals, Policies, and AAction Items Term Cost City Staff Lead GC.1.b. Analyze and amend (if applicable) the UDC to ensure the Community’s vision for Highway Corridors, as described in Gateway Overlay Exhibit in the adopted Land Use Element, are reflected. 0-2 $$$ Planning GC.1.c. Develop a plan (design, location, funding, coordination) to establish a gateway entry feature along southbound I-35. 0-2 $$$ Facilities GC.1.d. Identify additional highly visible locations along key corridors to emphasize branding elements (e.g., entryway signage with enhanced landscaping, branding designs on overpasses and bridges, and unique streetscape and public art features). 3-4 $ Planning GC.1.e. Prioritize, develop funding and install branding elements. 5+ $$$$ Facilities GC.1.f. Coordinate the use of tree mitigation funds at key, prioritized intersections (i.e. Williams Drive and SH29-University). 3-4 $ Parks & Rec Goals, Policies, and Action Items Term Cost City Staff Lead Goal 2: Reinvest in Georgetown’s existing neighborhoods and commercial areas to build on previous City efforts. Policy LU.4 Encourage redevelopment in target areas. LU.4.a. Utilize the Utility Master Plan and CIP process to weigh/prioritize improvements in target areas. OG $$$ Systems Engineering LU.4.b. Analyze and amend (if applicable) the UDC to develop a Williams Drive Gateway Overlay Zoning District (Austin Ave to Jim Hogg Rd) that supports the vision established for the corridor in the 2017 Williams Drive Study. 3-4 $$$ Planning LU.4.c. Analyze and amend (if applicable) the UDC include an Urban Gateway Overlay Zoning District to support a more intense urban design that reflects the development of established corridors such as Austin Avenue, SH29 (University). 3-4 $$$ Planning Page 53 of 65 135 GGoals, Policies, and AAction Items Term Cost City Staff Lead LU.4.d. Develop signage and landscaping standards for the Urban Gateway Overlay Zoning District. 3-4 $$$ Planning Policy LU.5 Identify potential opportunities and selectively target, plan, and promote development/reuse initiatives. LU.5.a. Develop a process to identify and develop small area plans for redevelopment in target areas. 3-4 $$ Planning Policy H.2 Preserve existing neighborhoods in targeted areas. H.2.a. Submit a budget request to complete a small area plan for the Track-Ridge-Grasshopper Neighborhood. 0-2 $$ Planning H.2.b. Develop a process to identify target neighborhoods. 0-2 $ Planning H.2.c. Evaluate becoming a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) direct entitlement jurisdiction in FY21. 0-2 $ Planning H.2.d. Develop a dedicated funding source to support small area planning for target neighborhoods. 3-4 $$ Planning H.2.e. Develop neighborhood plans for areas surrounding the downtown overlay district or transitional areas identified in the Downtown Master Plan to address key preservation issues, such as encroachment of incompatible uses. 3-4 $$ Planning Policy H.2 Preserve existing neighborhoods in targeted areas. H.2.f. Review feasibility and applicability of Neighborhood Empowerment Zones for preservation and reinvestment purposes. 3-4 $ Planning Page 54 of 65 136 PLAN IMPLEMENTATION GGoals, Policies, and AAction Items Term Cost City Staff Lead Policy WD.2 Enhance the urban form and character of the Subarea (Land Use). WD.2.a. Use tree mitigation funds for right-of-way planting materials within the Williams Drive Gateway. OG $$$ Parks & Rec WD.2.b. Guide the desired development pattern for the Williams Drive Gateway through the adoption of a mixed use, special area plan overlay, or other zoning district. 3-4 $ Planning WD.2.c. Enhance Williams Drive at I-35 intersections through landscaping and other similar improvements. 3-4 $$ Public Works WD.2.d. Create development standards to provide open spaces within the boundaries of the Williams Drive Gateway Subarea Plan. 3-4 $$$ Planning WD.2.e. Create development standards to strengthen the Williams Drive Gateway unique identity through aesthetic enhancements such as landscaping, street lighting, signage and building design. 3-4 $$$ Planning Policy GC.2 Utilize the Downtown Corridors to retain and enhance Georgetown's historic, small-town charm. GC.2.a. Analyze and amend (if applicable) the UDC to ensure consistency between the Downtown/Old Town overlays and the Downtown Corridor overlay. 0-2 $$$ Planning GC.2.b. Analyze and amend (if applicable) the UDC to ensure the Community’s vision for Downtown Corridors, as described in Gateway Overlay Exhibit in the adopted Land Use Element, are reflected. 0-2 $$$ Planning Page 55 of 65 137 GGoals, Policies, and AAction Items Term Cost City Staff Lead Goal 3: Provide a development framework that guides fiscally responsible growth, prot ects historic community character, demonstrates stewardship of the environment, and provides for effective provision of public services and facilities. Policy LU.6 Continue to promote diversification of uses while strengthening the historic character and supporting the existing historic n eighborhoods. LU.6.a. Analyze and amend (if applicable) the UDC to ensure consistency with the vision, goals and policies of the Downtown Master Plan. 0-2 $$$ Planning Policy LU.7 Strengthen Georgetown’s image and quality feel within enhanced gateways and commercial corridors. LU.7.a. Analyze and amend (if applicable) the UDC to identify incentives (e.g., density bonus, reduced setbacks, and fee waivers, grants) to encourage high-quality building materials at key corridors and nodes including Williams Drive at I –35 and SH29 (University) at I–35. 3-4 $$$ Planning LU.7.b. Update and renew the 1965 TxDOT right-of-way maintenance agreement to ensure improved beautification, ease sidewalk improvement process and to support city standards for landscaping and gateway signs. 0-2 $ Public Works LU.7.c. Designate five percent of project costs of all city lead roadway improvements associated with the gateway corridors to be applied to landscape and road frontage beautification. For projects lead by TxDOT, CTRMA or Williamson County, develop funding sources to support heightened beautification that supports the vision of the Gateway Image corridors. 3-4 $$ Public Works Policy LU.8 Protect and promote land uses that support Georgetown’s target industries, support diversification of the City’s tax base, an d enhance economic development through intentional infrastructure planning, recruitment, and the land use entitlement process. LU.8.a. Identify key capital improvements needed in Employment Centers and utilize economic development tools (e.g., Business Improvement Districts, 4A and 4B sales tax revenues) to encourage target industries within Employment Centers identified on the Future Land Use Map. OG $ Economic Development LU.8.b. Update the City’s Retail Recruitment study. 3-4 $$ Economic Development Page 56 of 65 138 PLAN IMPLEMENTATION GGoals, Policies, and AAction Items Term Cost City Staff Lead Policy LU.9 Adopt development practices that preserve and enhance the environment. LU.9.a. Analyze and amend (if applicable) the UDC to identify opportunities to reduce the impact of development without substantially increasing the cost (e.g., maximum impervious surface, natural drainage, building orientation, increased density, and enhanced pedestrian/bike connectivity). 0-2 $$$ Planning LU.9.b. Update applicable City plans and standards in the Construction Standards and Specifics Manual. OG $ Systems Engineering Policy LU.10 Support the City’s growth and development using a dec ision framework that promotes fiscal health, safety, and quality of life for our current and future residents. LU.10.a. Develop a tool to assist in the evaluation of land use changes such as rezoning and comprehensive plan amendments. 0-2 $$ GIS LU.10.b. Continue to use the Fiscal Impact Model to evaluate the net fiscal impact of potential developments, including PUDs, annexations, development agreements and comprehensive plan amendments. OG $ Planning LU.10.c. Analyze and amend (if applicable) the UDC criteria for voluntary annexation. 3-4 $$$ Planning Policy GC.3 Ensure that the Scenic Corridors preserve the natural, rural character as the City continues to grow. GC.3.a. Analyze and amend (if applicable) the UDC to ensure the Community’s vision for Scenic Corridors, as described in Gateway Overlay Exhibit in the adopted Land Use Element, are reflected. 3-4 $$$ Planning Page 57 of 65 139 GGoals, Policies, and AAction Items Term Cost City Staff Lead Goal 4: Guide, promote, and assist the preservation and rehabilitation of the City’s historic resources. 4.b. Adopt a Historic Preservation Element (in conjunction with a Downtown Master Plan Update) through partnerships with businesses, nonprofits and State preservation organizations. 3-4 $$ Planning 4.a. Analyze and amend (if applicable) the UDC for feasibility of incentivizing preservation of existing structures through increased flexibility of development standards. 0-2 $$$ Planning Goals, Policies, and Action Items Term Cost City Staff Lead Goal 5: Ensure effective communication, outreach, and opportunities for public participation and community partnerships to fo ster a strong sense of community. 5.a. Publish the Comp Plan Annual Report. OG $ Planning 5.b. Establish a timeframe for review and possible update to the City's 2010 Citizen Participation Element. 3-4 $$ City Manager’s Office Goals, Policies, and Action Items Term Cost City Staff Lead Goal 6: Ensure access to diverse housing options and preserve existing neighborhoods for residents of all ages, backgrounds a nd income levels. Policy LU.11 Encourage innovative forms of compact, pedestrian friendly development and a wider array of affordable housing choices throug h provisions and incentives. LU.11.a. Analyze and amend (if applicable) the UDC to allow more compact residential development (e.g. lot size, street width, setback, ranges in density). 0-2 $$$ Planning Policy H.1 Preserve existing housing stock that contributes to diversity and affordability. H.1.a. Evaluate potential funding sources, such as HOME, CDBG, sales tax revenue, housing bonds, future tax increments, the Community Reinvestment Act, and/or philanthropic partners, to incentivize the rehabilitation of existing single-family, duplex, quadplex, and multi-family homes. OG $ Planning Page 58 of 65 140 PLAN IMPLEMENTATION GGoals, Policies, and AAction Items Term Cost City Staff Lead H.1.b. Maintain home repair program for low income homeowners. 0-2 $ Planning H.1.c. Evaluate and catalog small scale multi-family units for preservation and multi-family rehabilitation program. Study opportunities for multi-family tax exemption programs. 3-4 $ Planning H.1.d. Expand homeowner home repair to workforce homeowners. 0-2 $$ Planning Policy H.1 Preserve existing housing stock that contributes to diversity and affordability. H.1.e. Coordinate with regional partners who might preserve units in Georgetown through Impact funds. OG $ Planning H.1.f. Create dedicated and stable funding sources for home maintenance and repair programs, such as Community Reinvestment Act funds or a Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ). 3-4 $$$ Planning H.1.g. If need is present is H.1.c, develop a multi-family rehabilitation program to address need. 5+ $$$ Planning Policy H.3 Support owners’ ability to stay in homes in neighborhoods with rapid value increases without limiting the sale of the home. H.3.a. Define metrics to classify “neighborhoods with rapid value increases” to consistently identify areas of focus (e.g., average annual increase of median home value). 0-2 $ Planning Policy H.4 Maintain and promote neighborhood character and quality. H.4.a. Coordinate with local organizations (e.g., faith-based, scouting, or other community service groups) to organize a neighborhood clean-up day annual calendar. OG $ Planning H.4.b. Encourage the neighborhood traffic management program to identify issues and alternatives to congestion and maintenance based on community feedback. OG $ Public Works Page 59 of 65 141 GGoals, Policies, and AAction Items Term Cost City Staff Lead H.4.c. Support the establishment of neighborhood associations. 0-2 $ Planning H4.d. Build BEST (Beautiful, Engaged, Safe, & Thriving) Neighborhoods program to promote and support neighborhoods. 3-4 $ Planning Policy H.5 Support and increase rental choices for low-income and workforce households, unless the housing is substandard. H.5.a. Evaluate the needs of the Georgetown Housing Authority’s programs and identify potential support the City can provide including, but not limited to, the use of CDBG funds, and energy efficiency upgrades. OG $ Planning H.5.b. Support the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) developments that meet the City’s defined process. OG $ Planning H.5.c. Analyze and amend (if applicable) the UDC to identify opportunities to improve Workforce Housing Development standards (e.g., lot size, setbacks, density, parking and coverage) to support low income and workforce renters. 0-2 $$$ Planning H.5.d. Evaluate city policies for inclusion of workforce housing incentives, including special districts (MUD, PID) and special finance districts (TIRZ). 0-2 $ Planning H.5.e. Incentivize multi-bedroom rental housing options for families with children or seniors (multi- generational housing). 3-4 $$ Planning Policy H.6 Support rental choices for senior households. H.6.a. Evaluate the needs of the Georgetown Housing Authority’s programs and identify potential support the City can provide including, but not limited to, the use of CDBG funds, and energy efficiency upgrades. OG $ Planning Policy H.7 Increase homeownership choices for workforce households. H.7.a. Support nonprofit developers to increase homeownership choices for workforce households. OG $ Planning Page 60 of 65 142 PLAN IMPLEMENTATION GGoals, Policies, and AAction Items Term Cost City Staff Lead H.7.b. Analyze and amend (if applicable) the UDC to identify opportunities to improve Workforce Housing Development standards (e.g., lot size, setbacks, density, parking and coverage) to support workforce homeownership opportunities. 0-2 $$$ Planning H.7.c. Identify potential revenue sources for creating a housing fund for use in development agreements and programming. 0-2 $ Planning H.7.d. Establish down payment assistance program for workforce homebuyers. 5+ $$$ Planning Policy H.8 Support the nonprofit community in creating housing opportunities for the most vulnerable residents (including but not limited to homeless, seniors, youth aging out of the foster care system, and people with disabilities). H.8.a. Develop a Health and Human Services Element for the comprehensive plan, as required by City Charter. 3-4 $$ Fire Policy H.9 Encourage and incentivize new housing and reinventions or additions to existing housing to provide a mixture of housing types, sizes, and price points. H.9.a. Update MUD/PID and residential PUD policies with definition of housing diversity. 0-2 $ Planning H.9.b. Analyze and amend (if applicable) the UDC Housing Diversity Development standards to strengthen incentives. 0-2 $$$ Planning H.9.c. Analyze and amend (if applicable) the UDC requirements and development standards for accessory dwelling units (ADUs). 0-2 $$$ Planning Policy H.10 Ensure land use designations and other policies allow for and encourage a mixture of housing types and densities across the community. H.10.a. Analyze and amend (if applicable) the UDC Special District Policy to build on the existing requirement for diversity in housing stock to include a portion of the development that addresses affordability for the 60- 120 percent Area Median Income (AMI) segment. 3-4 $$$ Planning Page 61 of 65 143 GGoals, Policies, and AAction Items Term Cost City Staff Lead Policy H.11 Promote aging in place opportunities by aligning land use policies and transportation policies that promote a housing market capable of accomm odating residents throughout all stages of life. H.11.a. Pursue Strategic Partnership grants focused on agencies that promote aging in place/community. OG $ Planning Policy H.12 Actively seek and build public and private partnerships to leverage resources and promote innovation. H.12.a. Continue regular coordination with local nonprofit organizations, Williamson Count y, Georgetown ISD, Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs, and local major employers. OG $ Planning Policy H.13 Align housing goals with other city policies and strategic plans. H.13.a. Conduct a review of City policies and plans to identify potential conflicts and opportunities to support implementation of the 2030 Plan Update’s Housing Element policies. 3-4 $ Planning Policy H.14 Provide opportunity for community engagement through outreach and communication. H.14.a. Expand community education and outreach programs to inform residents of available support, such as homebuyer education services, home rehabilitation grants, utility billing assistance, homestead exemptions, nonprofit partnerships for home maintenance and City Georgetown Housing programs. 0-2 $ Planning Page 62 of 65 144 PLAN IMPLEMENTATION GGoals, Policies, and Action Items Term Cost City Staff Lead Goal 7: Maintain high quality infrastructure, public safety services, and community facilities. Policy LU.12 Support public safety services and infrastructure to ensure that Georgetown continues to be a safe, welcoming community that serves all residents. LU.12.a. Establish a time frame for review and possible update to the Public Safety Element. 3-4 $$ City Manager’s Office Policy GC.1 Leverage the Highway Corridors to promote economic development and an inviting, positive image of Georgetown. GC.1.g. Develop a budget to support increased landscape maintenance along the Gateway Image Corridors. 3-4 $$ Facilities Goals, Policies, and Action Items Term Cost City Staff Lead Goal 8: Actively partner with GISD, Williamson County, other governmenta l agencies, and local organizations to leverage resources and promote innovation. Policy LU.13 Promote development decisions that serve the needs of our interlocal government partners. LU.13.a. Annually present the Future Land Use Map to GISD and Williamson County for feedback and coordination on future development planning. OG $ Planning LU.13.b. Seek opportunities for shared recreation facilities when new schools are planned. OG $ Parks & Rec LU.13.c. Coordinate with the school district demographer to partner on housing projections. OG $ Planning Policy WD.3 Use strategic public/private partnerships to promote a new form of development (Opportunities for Partnerships). WD.3.a. Draft and adopt a grant program to incentivize or assist in signage, street frontage landscaping and other streetscape improvements. 3-4 $$$ Planning Page 63 of 65 145 GGoals, Policies, and Action Items TTerm Cost City Staff Lead WD.3.b. Evaluate the adjustment of the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) boundary to include the entirety of the Subarea and develop a TIRZ spending plan. 0-2 $ Finance WD.3.c. Work with Georgetown Independent School District (GISD) on the potential redevelopment of a catalytic site. 0-2 $ Planning Goal 9: Maintain and add to the existing quality parks and recreation. Policy LU.14 Ensure that the subdivision and development processes include consideration of the way in which residential lots relate to parks and open space, emphasizing adjacency and accessibility to parks and open space. LU.14.a. Update the City’s 2009 Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Master Plan. 0-2 $$$$ Parks & Rec Goal 10:Improve and diversify the transportation network. Policy WD.1 Make connections through and within the Subarea (Connectivity). WD.1.a. Create transit stops to improve access to GoGeo and evaluate feasibility of a bus pull-in lane within the Williams Drive Gateway. 3-4 $$ Public Works WD.1.b. Fill in the sidewalk gaps to increase pedestrian connectivity, including the improvements in the Implementation Plan of the Williams Drive Study for the Centers Area. 3-4 $$$$ Public Works WD.1.c. Ensure traffic calming on parallel connections to reduce cut-through traffic and promote public education efforts regarding alternate routes. 5+ $$$ Public Works WD.1.d. Improve connections between parcels and create a network of street, including the connections and system improvements as described in the Implementation Plan of the Williams Drive Study for the Centers Area. 5+ $$$$ Public Works WD.1.e. Improve traffic flow and access management through improvements in the Implementation Plan of the Williams Drive Study for the Centers Area. 5+ $$$$ Public Works Page 64 of 65 146 PLAN IMPLEMENTATION GGoals, Policies, and Action Items TTerm Cost City Staff Lead WD.1.f. Evaluate (model) proposed roadways in the Subarea during the next update of the Overall Transportation Plan (OTP). 3-4 $ Public Works WD.1.g. Undertake speed study on Williams Drive. 3-4 $$ Public Works Goal 10: Improve and diversify the transportation network. Policy LU.15 Proactively plan investments in transportation and other infrastructure to leverage partnerships with the bu siness community and interested neighborhood organizations and maintain the level of service as the City continues to grow. LU.15.a. Adopt a new Overall Transportation Plan. 3-4 $$$ Public Works LU.15.b. Support transportation infrastructure improvements using 4A and 4B type funds that support economic development in key locations. OG $ City Manager’s Office LU.15.c. Re-evaluate and confirm priority of segments identified in the Sidewalk Master Plan through an update to the plan and secure potential funding for out years. 3-4 $ Public Works Page 65 of 65