HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda_HAB_08.19.2019Notice of Meeting for the
Housing Adv isory B oard
of the City of Georgetown
August 19, 2019 at 3:30 P M
at Historic L ight and Waterworks B ldg, 406 W. 8th Street Georgetown, T X 78626
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L egislativ e Regular Agenda
B C ons ideration and possible action to approve the minutes from the July 15, 2019 meeting. - Mirna G arc ia,
Management Analys t
C Update on the 2030 P lan Update proc es s . Nat Waggoner, AI C P, Long R ange P lanning Manager
D P resentation and dis cus s ion on development of the Housing Toolkit. S us an Watkins , AI C P, Housing
C oordinator
E Update on the s ummer P oint-in-Time C ount for Williamson C ounty organized by the Texas Homeless
Network. S usan Watkins, AI C P, Hous ing C oordinator
F Update from the Hous ing Advisory Board C hair. Lou S nead, C hairperson.
Adjournment
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City of Georgetown, Texas
Housing Advisory Board
August 19, 2019
S UB J E C T:
C onsideration and pos s ible ac tion to approve the minutes from the July 15, 2019 meeting. - Mirna G arcia,
Management Analyst
IT E M S UMMARY:
F IN AN C IAL IMPAC T:
.
S UB MIT T E D B Y:
Mirna G arcia, Management Analys t
AT TAC H ME N T S:
Description Type
Attachment 1 - Meeting minutes Backup Material
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Housing Advisory Board Page 1
Minutes July 15, 2019
City of Georgetown, Texas
Housing Advisory Board
Minutes
July 15, 2019, at 3:30 p.m.
Historic Light and Waterworks Building, 406 W. 8th Street
Georgetown, Texas 78626
Members present: Bob Weimer; Lou Snead, Chair; Mary Calixtro; Randy Hachtel, Nikki Brennan;
Jeannyce Hume
Members absent: Nathaniel Bonner;
Staff present: Susan Watkins, Housing Coordinator; Mirna Garcia, Management Analyst; Nat
Waggoner, Long Range Planning Manager
Chair Snead called the meeting to order at 3:35pm.
Public Wishing to Address the Board
A. As of the deadline, no persons were signed up to speak on items other than those posted on the
agenda.
Legislative Regular Agenda
B. Consideration and possible action to approve the minutes from the June 24, 2019 meeting. –
Mirna Garcia, Management Analyst
Motion by Hachtel, second by Brennan to approve the minutes as presented. Approved (6-0).
C. Update and discussion on proposed housing policies for the 2030 Housing Element Update. –
Susan Watkins, Housing Coordinator
Watkins provided the board an update on the direction from Council at the July 9, 2019
workshop on the proposed housing policies for the update of the Housing Element as part of
the 2030 Comprehensive Plan Update. Watkins began the discussion with a review of the
policies and identified those that need to be reviewed and brought back to the next council
meeting. There was discussion by Board members and questions on policies which needed
further clarification. Watkins reviewed the options for policy items that need to be revised.
The Board provided suggestions on the revision of policies and made recommendations for
additional information that should be included. There was also discussion and clarification on
definitions, and action items.
Staff will revise the policies to be brought back to the next council meeting and include the
Board’s recommendations.
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Minutes July 15, 2019
D. Presentation and discussion on development of the Housing Toolkit. - Susan Watkins, AICP,
Housing Coordinator
Watkins presented the development of the Housing Toolkit including a potential method for
evaluating tools and the potential tools for the proposed policies to address affordability and
preservation. Watkins sought the Board’s feedback regarding the use of the tools and how to
best support the policies. Watkins reviewed the implementation tools used, provided an
example from a different city, and reviewed staff’s recommendations.
Waggoner also discussed using the toolkit and reporting on the implementation of the policies
for the Board members.
Adjournment
Motion to adjourn by Calixtro, second by Hachtel. Meeting adjourned at 5:22pm.
__________________________________ _______________________________________
Approved, Lou Snead, Chair Attest, Randy Hachtel, Secretary
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City of Georgetown, Texas
Housing Advisory Board
August 19, 2019
S UB J E C T:
Update on the 2030 P lan Update process. Nat Waggoner, AI C P, Long R ange P lanning Manager
IT E M S UMMARY:
S taff will brief board members on the recent and upc oming ac tivities related to the c omprehens ive plan
update.
F IN AN C IAL IMPAC T:
None at this time.
S UB MIT T E D B Y:
S usan Watkins, AI C P, Hous ing C oordinator
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City of Georgetown, Texas
Housing Advisory Board
August 19, 2019
S UB J E C T:
P res entation and disc ussion on development of the Hous ing Toolkit. S usan Watkins, AI C P, Hous ing
C oordinator
IT E M S UMMARY:
T he board will review and disc uss the method for evaluating possible tools and programs to be included in
the the Housing Toolkit, the implementation plan for the housing policies outlined in the updated 2030 P lan
Housing Element. Information provided for each tool will include:
Effort to implement
Time Horizon (estimated time to implement)
S taff
C os t
P os s ibility to Leverage
Impac t
T he key questions asked of the board will be:
D o you agree this tool will implement this policy?
D o you know of additional tools that should be considered?
T he outcome of the discussion should provide:
P reparation for S teering C ommittee consideration of the implementation tools
Direction to clarify tools that do not have s uffic ient information or move tools HAB recommends
are better s uited for implementation of a different policy
G uidanc e for additional tool researc h by s taff or c onsultants
T he proposed remaining s chedule for the Toolkit development is below:
S eptember - HAB sc oring, recommendation on prioritization
O c tober – S teering C ommittee evaluation (introduction, sc oring)
November – S teering C ommittee evaluation (review s coring, prioritization rec ommendation)
November or Dec ember - Joint S ession Evaluation (review rec ommendation on prioritization)
December - P ublic Meeting
January - C ity C ouncil works hop on Implementation
Attached is the housing policy guide provided to the 2030 P lan S teering C ommittee and C ity C ouncil that
provides a list of potential tools for eac h propos ed housing policy, most rec ently updated after C ity
C ouncil cons ideration of the housing policies at the July 9th and July 23rd C ouncil Works hops.
F IN AN C IAL IMPAC T:
None at this time.
S UB MIT T E D B Y:
S usan Watkins, AI C P, Hous ing C oordinator
AT TAC H ME N T S:
Description Type
Attachment 1 - 2030 Plan HE Update Hous ing Policies Backup Material
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2030 Housing Element Update Housing Policies
Policy Possible Tools (* indicates current tool) Specific example
Intent/
Council
Direction Outcome Role Definitions/Council Direction
Preservation
P1 Preserve existing housing stock that contributes to diversity and
affordability.
• Multi‐Family/home rehabilitation for small scale multi‐family, quad and duplexes.
• Multi‐Family energy efficiency rebate and incentive programs
• Support GHA's maintenance of units/infrastructure.
• Affordability term extensions for existing tax credits ‐ support property owners with renovations that
use Low Income Housing Tax Credit.
Olde Georgian (1700 S Austin Ave), Apple Creek
(302 Apple Creek Dr), Cedar Ridge (1500
Northwest Blvd) unsubsidized affordable multi‐
family
Preservation
Affordability
Diversity
Protect existing affordable housing
stock/prevent loss of naturally
occurring affordable housing
(NOAH). Existing units remain
available to residents.
Partner or
Support
P2 Preserve existing neighborhoods in targeted areas.
• Zoning and future land use map
• Policies to ensure compatibility, transition zones (Old Town and Downtown Design Guidelines)
• Defined set of criteria to identify areas to target (ex: using data of age of units or percentage of
renters)
• Small area, neighborhood plans
TRG, Rivery and San Jose neighborhood residents
have attended several P&Z hearings regarding
development requests in the neighborhood but
lack formal policies in the Comprehensive Plan
and Downtown Master Plan to address
redevelopment.
Preservation
Enable P&Z and Council to
preserve character of targeted
neighborhoods.
Particular aging neighborhoods
may need special protections as
redevelopment occurs.
Lead
City could create process,
residents would need to self elect
neighborhood (ex. Traffic
Neighborhood Management
Program)
Specific criteria might be laid out
in toolkit for qualifying
neighborhoods (age,
maintenance, vulnerability to
P3 Support owners ability to stay in homes in neighborhoods with
rapid value increases without limiting the sale of the home.
• Home Rehabilitation*
• Utility billing assistance*
• Homestead exemption education
• Partnerships with non‐profits that assist existing home owners with maintenance
• Property tax abatement for reinvestment areas for homeowners meeting specific criteria
• Neighborhood Empowerment Zones
Ridge, San Jose, Railroad neighborhoods have
seen construction of homes that raise property
values. A Neighborhood Empowerment Zone,
state enabled city‐created zone for purpose of
rehabilitation or creation of affordable housing,
could be established for specific geographies.
Preservation
Affordability
Support homeowners experiencing
property value increase due to
development in established
neighborhoods to preserve
homeownership.
Partner or
Support
P4 Maintain and promote neighborhood character and quality.
• CDBG for capital improvements (lighting, sidewalks)*
• Neighborhood traffic management program, street maintenance*
• Promote neighborhood capacity (vitality, services) building ‐ HOA training/education
• Partner with banks to meet Community Reinvestment Act requirements
• Education/outreach. Neighborhood registration program*
• Identify opportunities for small area plans
• Neighborhood cleanup day
• Urban park programs for infill
Deer Haven or River Chase concern about
proximity of commercial and impact to adjacent
single family subdivisions; roadway planning.
Parkview Estates desire to have neighborhood
amenities to build neighborhood brand.
Preservation
Ensure neighborhoods are
maintained and valued.
Neighborhood
viability/maintenance/enhanceme
nt
Partner or
Support
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2030 Housing Element Update Housing Policies
Policy Possible Tools (* indicates current tool) Specific example
Intent/
Council
Direction Outcome Role Definitions/Council Direction
Affordability
A1 Support and increase rental choices for low‐income and workforce
households unless the housing is substandard.
• Development incentives* (Workforce Housing standards in UDC‐ impervious cover, setbacks, # of
units/building, smaller lot size)
• Support GHA programs (landlord outreach and education to accept vouchers to maximize available
units, CDBG funds, energy efficiency upgrades through GUS)
• Support LIHTC development that meet City defined process
• Define metrics for affordability goals
• Development agreements
• TIF/TIRZ
• Affordability term extensions for existing tax credits
• Review of multi‐family development standards to encourage infill development
• Incentivize multi‐bedroom housing options for families with children or aging parents
Stone Haven is almost 50 years old and in need of
infrastructure and structural improvements to
continue to safely house its residents. The
Housing Authority will need to pursue revenue
sources to make the improvements. The City can
support the HA in this effort to retain the asset
that serves households with incomes less than
30% of the AMI through improvements using
CDBG or energy efficiency funds.
Three tax credit properties are over 20 years old
and their affordability term will expire after 35
years.
Affordability
Preservation
Diversity
Maintain rental housing stock
available to low‐income
households.
Greater rental housing choice for
workers.
Support or
partner
Workforce is defined as 60‐80%
AMI
A2 Support rental choices for senior households.
• Define metrics for affordability goals
• Support GHA programs
• Support LIHTC development
• TIF/TIRZ
At no cost to City, a LIHTC resolution of support or
no objection for age restricted housing.
Affordability
Preservation
Maintain available age and income
restricted units.
Rental choices for seniors who
need them.
Support or
partner
A3 Increase homeownership choices for workforce households.
• Development incentives* (Workforce Housing standards in UDC)
• Development fee exemptions
• Development agreements
• Development regulations (density bonus on a per acre basis)
• Municipal Utility Districts
• Public Improvement Districts
• Land Bank or Land Trust like tool
• Down payment assistance
Mueller: Development agreement ‐ public private
partnership with publicly owned land, mixed use
community with affordability terms on
approximately 25% of units (owner and rental
options)
Affordability
Diversity
Have workforce housing units as an
incentive tool available for
negotiation opportunities. Greater
owner housing choice for workers.
Lead Workforce is defined as 60‐80%
AMI
A4
Support the non‐profit community to create 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).
• Health and Human services element in the Comprehensive Plan as required by City Charter
• Needs assessment
• County point in time count
Support or partner for development of a needs
assessment.Affordability
Acknowledge and define
community housing need for
vulnerable residents.
Support or
partner
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2030 Housing Element Update Housing Policies
Policy Possible Tools (* indicates current tool) Specific example
Intent/
Council
Direction Outcome Role Definitions/Council Direction
Diversity
D1
Encourage and incentivize new housing and reinventions or
additions to existing housing to provide a mixture of housing
types, sizes and price points.
• Incentives for diversity of housing products*
• Low Income Housing Tax Credit process*
• Promote and evaluate existing incentives for diversity of housing products
• Define metrics for diversity goals
• Incentives for density (density bonus)
• TIF/TIRZ
• Incentivize multi‐bedroom housing options for families with children and aging parents
Establish outcomes for diversity of housing in
Municipal Utility District policy or development
agreements.
Diversity
Affordability
Tools for greater housing diversity.
During negotiation opportunities,
consider producing various housing
types for new and infill
development as option.
Lead
D2
Ensure land use designations and other policies allow for and
encourage a mixture housing types and densities across the
community.
• Evaluate regulatory barriers to density
• Review regulations to improve diverse housing options (such as ADUs).
• Development regulations (zoning standards (density bonus will be the most effective)) , subdivision
standards, building standards) while maintaining compatibility.
• Create a zoning district that allows tri‐plexes and four‐plexes
Unified Development Code requires Special Use
Permit by City Council for accessory dwelling unit
(ADU).
Development Code is not equipped to handle
condo regime.
Diversity
UDC supports and allows diversity
of housing types and densities.
Lower/evaluate regulatory barriers
to housing diversity.
Lead
D3
Promote aging in place opportunities by aligning land use policies
and transportation policies that promote a housing market
capable of accommodating residents throughout all stages of life.
• Support services (transportation, healthcare, food service, utility billing assistance)
• Strategic Partnership grants focused on agencies that promote aging in place/community
• Health and human services
Increased diversity of housing product may allow
someone to stay in community if aging causes
need for different housing product.
Diversity
Accommodate diverse housing
needs through development code
and connection to services. More
people have choice to stay in
home/community as they age.
Partner
Coordinated Housing Programming (global policies)
C1 Actively seek and build public and private partnerships to leverage
resources and promote innovation.
• Partnerships with non‐profits, county, school district*
• Comm. Development Block Grant (WilCo and/or HUD)*
• HOME (TDHCA) ‐ down payment assistance
• Housing Trust Fund (TDHCA + HUD)
• Health and Human Services element of Comprehensive Plan
• Point in Time count (County effort)
• Partnerships with employers
CDBG funds through County to partner with
HFHWC for Home Repair for neighborhood
preservation.
Preservation
Affordability
Diversity
Secure outside funding and
partnerships to maximize results.
Should be used for all policies
where possible.
Partner
C2 Align housing goals with other city policies and strategic plans.
• Land use policies*
• Economic development strategies involve housing discussion with employers.
• Public works ‐ Overall Transportation Plan
Housing diversity policies coordinated with land
use policies, economic development strategic
studies
Preservation
Affordability
Diversity
Coordinate plans and policies.
Applies to all policies. Effective and
efficient governance.
Lead
C3 Provide opportunity for community engagement through
outreach and communication.
• Education and promotion of available housing programs and incentives.
• Communication about housing options for residents.
Surveys, open house and speaking in community
about 2030 Plan update.
Development community outreach.
Preservation
Affordability
Diversity
Involve public/community in
planning and decision making.
Applies to all policies. Residents
can provide input on neighborhood
and city planning process.
Lead
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City of Georgetown, Texas
Housing Advisory Board
August 19, 2019
S UB J E C T:
Update on the summer P oint-in-Time C ount for Williams on C ounty organized by the Texas Homeles s
Network. S us an Watkins , AI C P, Housing C oordinator
IT E M S UMMARY:
S taff will provide the board with an update on the s ummer P oint-in-Time C ount for Williamson C ounty
s cheduled for August 29th, 2019. T he Texas Homeless Network is organizing the c ount and providing
training for volunteers . Information regarding the count, inc luding online volunteer training, can be found on
the Texas Homeles s Network webs ite at:
https://www.thn.org/data/point-time-pit-count-reports/
F IN AN C IAL IMPAC T:
N/A
S UB MIT T E D B Y:
S usan Watkins, AI C P, Hous ing C oordinator
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City of Georgetown, Texas
Housing Advisory Board
August 19, 2019
S UB J E C T:
Update from the Housing Advis ory Board C hair. Lou S nead, C hairpers on.
IT E M S UMMARY:
T he board will receive an update from the C hair.
F IN AN C IAL IMPAC T:
N/A
S UB MIT T E D B Y:
S usan Watkins, AI C P, Hous ing C oordinator
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