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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda_HAB_09.16.2019Notice of Meeting for the Housing Adv isory Board of the City of Georgetown September 16, 2019 at 3:30 P M at Historic Light and Waterworks Bldg, 406 W. 8th Street Georgetown, T X 78626 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. 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A 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 B C ons id eratio n and p o s s ib le ac tion to app ro ve the minutes from the Augus t 19, 2019 meeting. - Mirna G arcia, Management Analyst C Update on c apital improvements sc heduled fo r S to nehaven Ap artments . Nikki Brennan, Executive Direc tor, G eo rgeto wn Hous ing Authority D Update on the 2030 P lan Up d ate p ro cess . Nat Waggoner, AI C P, Long R ange P lanning Manager E P resentation and dis c ussion on develo pment o f the Ho using Toolkit. S us an Watkins, AI C P, Hous ing C oordinato r F Update fro m the Ho using Advis o ry Board C hair. Lou S nead , C hairpers o n. 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 _________________, 2019, at Page 1 of 15 __________, 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. __________________________________ R o b yn Dens more, C ity S ecretary Page 2 of 15 City of Georgetown, Texas Housing Advisory Board September 16, 2019 S UB J E C T: C o nsideration and pos s ible actio n to ap p rove the minutes fro m the Augus t 19, 2019 meeting. - Mirna G arc ia, Management Analys t IT E M S UMMARY: F IN AN C IAL IMPAC T: . S UB MIT T E D B Y: Mirna G arcia, Management Analyst AT TAC H ME N T S: D escription Type Attachment 1 - Meeting minutes Exhibit Page 3 of 15 Housing Advisory Board Page 1 Minutes August 19, 2019 City of Georgetown, Texas Housing Advisory Board Minutes August 19, 2019, at 4:00 p.m. Historic Light and Waterworks Building, 406 W. 8th Street Georgetown, Texas 78626 Members present: Lou Snead, Chair; Nathaniel Bonner; Randy Hachtel; Jeannyce Hume and Bob Weimer Members absent: Nikki Brennan; Mary Calixtro Staff present: Susan Watkins, Housing Coordinator; Sofia Nelson, Planning Director; Nat Waggoner, AICP, Long Range Planning Manager; and Stephanie McNickle, Recording Secretary 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 July 15 , 2019 meeting. Mirna Garcia, Recording Secretary Motion by Hachtel, second by Hume to approve the minutes from the July 15, 2019 as presented. Approved 5 – 0. C. Update on the 20230 Plan Update process. Nat Waggoner, AICP, Long Range Planning Manager. Staff gave a brief report of the 2030 Plan Update Steering Committee meetings. Staff stated the end goal is to update the Future Land Use Map. Staff also stated they are currently drafting land use policies to be presented to the Steering Committee, September 5th. The Steering Committee will work to develop growth scenarios at the September 5th meeting. D. Presentation and discussion of development of the Housing Toolkit. Susan Watkins, AICP, Housing Coordinator. Staff reviewed along with the Board over the decision point matrix for the development of the Housing Toolkit. The Board reviewed the potential tools listed under the Preservation theme policies. The Board answered the questions: • Do you agree this tool will implement this policy? • Do you know of additional tools that should be considered? Page 4 of 15 Housing Advisory Board Page 2 Minutes August 19, 2019 The Board also worked to fill out the matrix for each tool on what they thought would be the effort to implement, time horizon (estimated time to implement), cost estimate, possibility to leverage, and impact of the tool. The board’s discussion is included in the attachment below for tools discussed (P1.1- P3.4.1). The board agreed to send comments on the remaining preservation and affordability tools listed on the matrix that were not discussed at the meeting. E. Update on the Point-in-Time Count for Williamson County organized by the Texas Homeless Network. Susan Watkins, AICP, Housing Coordinator. Staff reviewed online volunteer training for the Summer Point-in-Time count scheduled for Williamson County on August 29, 2019. Board member Weimer stated the Helping Hands of Georgetown will not register for August point-in-time count, but he said would participate in the winter count held in January. Lou Snead said possibly members of the Housing Advisory Board can volunteer for the winter count held in January. Adjournment Motion to Adjourn. The meeting was adjourned at 5:17 pm. __________________________________ _______________________________________ Approved, Lou Snead, Chair Attest, Randy Hachtel, Secretary Page 5 of 15 Housing Toolkit Decision Matrix Does Tool  implement  policy? (Y/N) POLICY POTENTIAL TOOL ROLE IMPACT  (number of  families or units,  etc.) EFFORT TO  IMPLEMENT  (level of  resources  needed) TIME  HORIZON (Annually 1‐5 5‐10 10+) COST ($‐$$$) POSSIBILITY TO LEVERAGE  (Funds, existing program,  partnerships) STAFF DEPARTMENT STATUS NOTES Y P1.1 Multi‐Family/home rehabilitation for small scale multi‐ family, quad and duplexes. Partner or  Support High Will need  additional  funding,  possibly  through  CDBG. 1‐5 years $$ Modify existing home  repair with HfHWC. Does  HfHWC have capacity to  administer? Consider that it requires partnering with a commercial enterprise. Helping Hands recently organized volunteers to assist with the maintenance  with duplexes north of Williams by Sports Clips HQ. Consider developing competive grant process; program must require below  market rate. Combine with P1.2? Will there be an application fee? Y P1.2 Multi‐Family energy efficiency rebate and incentive  programs Partner or  Support High High, possibly  require  outside  assistance 1‐5 years $ GUS has energy  conservation funds that  could be leveraged; could  expand use of funds and  could expand inventives  for participants. Could include partnerships  with general contractors. Are there Federal and  State incentives? Would need to evaluate if utilities was included in rent. Should GUS be the lead for administer the program? Education of existing programs could be a component. Y P1.3 Support GHA's maintenance of units/infrastructure. Partner or  Support High 168 units at  Stonehaven Medium,  would require  a new  partnership  with the City. 1‐5 years $$$ Does GHA have capacity to  administer? Does GUS‐ Electric have capacity to  assist? Can we use CDBG funds as  match? GHA has offered need for: separate meters, street light maintenance, capital  improvements for sewer. P1.4 Affordability term extensions for existing tax credits ‐  support property owners with renovations that use Low  Income Housing Tax Credit. Partner or  Support High Low‐ Would  require a City  resolution to  apply for Tax  Credit 5‐10 years $ Texas Housing Foundation How many units? P2.1 Zoning  (Neighborhood Conservation or Overlay Districts) Lead What are the criteria for implementation? Is it related to affordability?  Should we consolidate 2.1‐2.4? P2.2 Policies to ensure compatibility, transition zones (Old  Town and Downtown Design Guidelines) Lead Low direct  impact to Annually P2.3 Defined set of criteria to identify areas to target (ex: using  data of age of units or percentage of renters) Lead Low Medium 1‐5 years $ P2.4 Small area, neighborhood plans Lead P3.1 Home Rehabilitation*  Partner or  Support High Low Ongoing $$ Current Partnership with  HFHWC Existing,  coordinated  Planning,  Conservation,  Current  Program Income based property tax exemption for lower income household ‐ L. Snead P3.2 Utility billing assistance*  Partner or  Support High Low Ongoing $ high Existing GUS Current  Program P3.3 Homestead exemption education Partner or  Support Low Could be a 1x  year meeting Annually Put in existing  City Utility  billing/flier. New  program Most people are aware of the exemption.  Expand to homeowner education. P3.4 Partnerships with non‐profits that assist existing home  owners with maintenance Partner or  Support Medium Low 1‐5 years $ Current Partnership with  HFHWC/Faith in Action? Existing Planning Current  Program P3.4.1 Income based property tax exemption for lower income  household ‐ L. Snead Lead High if measured  by household High, does not  exist 1‐5 years $ No partnerships in this  area New  program P3.5 Property tax abatement for reinvestment areas for  homeowners meeting specific criteria Partner or  Support P3.5 and P3.6 maybe related P3.6 Neighborhood Empowerment Zones Partner or  Support New  program Preservation DRAFT 08.19.19Page 6 of 15 Housing Toolkit Decision Matrix Does Tool  implement  policy? (Y/N) POLICY POTENTIAL TOOL ROLE IMPACT  (number of  families or units,  etc.) EFFORT TO  IMPLEMENT  (level of  resources  needed) TIME  HORIZON (Annually 1‐5 5‐10 10+) COST ($‐$$$) POSSIBILITY TO LEVERAGE  (Funds, existing program,  partnerships) STAFF DEPARTMENT STATUS NOTES P4.1 CDBG for capital improvements (lighting, sidewalks)* Partner or  Support High Low 1‐5 years $ high Existing Planning, Wilco,  Public Works Current  Program P4.2 Neighborhood traffic management program, street  maintenance* Partner or  Support High Low Ongoing $ Existing Public Works Current  Program P4.4 Promote neighborhood capacity (vitality, services)  building ‐ HOA training/education Partner or  Support P4.5 Partner with banks to meet Community Reinvestment Act  requirements Partner or  Support P4.6 Education/outreach. Neighborhood registration  program* Partner or  Support High Low Ongoing $ Existing Planning Current  Program P4.7 Identify opportunities for small area plans Partner or  Support P4.8 Neighborhood cleanup day  Partner or  Support P4.9 Urban park programs for infill Partner or  Support DRAFT 08.19.19Page 7 of 15 City of Georgetown, Texas Housing Advisory Board September 16, 2019 S UB J E C T: Up d ate o n cap ital imp ro vements s ched uled for S tonehaven Apartments . Nikki Brennan, Exec utive Directo r, G eorgetown Ho using Autho rity IT E M S UMMARY: Nikki Brennan, Exec utive Directo r, of the G eorgetown Ho using Autho rity will give an up d ate o n the c apital imp ro vements planned fo r S to nehaven Ap artments . F IN AN C IAL IMPAC T: N/a S UB MIT T E D B Y: S usan Watkins , AIC P, Ho using C o o rd inator Page 8 of 15 City of Georgetown, Texas Housing Advisory Board September 16, 2019 S UB J E C T: Up d ate o n the 2030 P lan Update proc es s . Nat Waggo ner, AI C P, Lo ng R ange P lanning Manager IT E M S UMMARY: S taff will b rief b o ard members o n the rec ent and upc o ming ac tivities related to the comprehensive plan update. 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 9 of 15 City of Georgetown, Texas Housing Advisory Board September 16, 2019 S UB J E C T: P res entation and d is cus s io n o n d evelopment of the Hous ing To o lkit. S usan Watkins , AI C P, Ho using C o o rd inato r IT E M S UMMARY: T his item is a c ontinuatio n fro m the Augus t 19, 2019, Hous ing Ad visory Board meeting. T he board will c o ntinue to review and d is cus s the method fo r evaluating po s s ib le to o ls and programs to b e inc luded in the the Hous ing To o lkit, the implementation plan for the ho using polic ies outlined in the updated 2030 P lan Hous ing Element. Information evaluated for each to o l will inc lude: Effo rt to implement Time Ho rizo n (es timated time to implement) S taff C o s t P o s s ibility to Leverage Impac t T he B oard will also review information prepared by C ommunity D evelopment S trategies (C D S ), the consultant assisting with the 2030 P lan Housing E lement update, for several potential tools for implementation of the affordability policies. 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 c larify tools that d o no t have s uffic ient info rmation or move to o ls HAB rec o mmends are better s uited fo r implementatio n of a different p o licy G uid anc e fo r additio nal tool res earch b y s taff o r c o nsultants T he B oard will then be asked to develop a recommendation for prioritization of tools by scoring each tool in four categories: Impact Speed to I mplement Cost Community R ead iness T he proposed remaining sc hedule for the Toolkit d evelopment is below: S ep temb er - HAB evaulation and sc oring, rec o mmendatio n o n p rioritization O c tober – HAB evaulation and sc o ring, rec o mmendatio n o n p rio ritization c o ntinued if nec es s ary No vemb er – S teering C o mmittee evaluation (review s coring, prioritizatio n recommend ation) No vemb er or December - Joint S es s ion Evaluatio n (review rec o mmend ation on prioritization) Decemb er - P ublic Meeting January - C ity C ounc il wo rksho p on Implementatio n Attached is the hous ing polic y guid e provided to the 2030 P lan S teering C ommittee and C ity C ounc il that p ro vides a list o f potential to o ls for each pro p o s ed ho using p o licy, most rec ently up d ated after C ity C o uncil cons ideratio n o f the hous ing polic ies at the July 9th and July 23rd C ounc il Wo rksho p s . F IN AN C IAL IMPAC T: No ne at this time. Page 10 of 15 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 Attachment 1 - 2030 Plan HE Update Hous ing Policies Backup Material Page 11 of 15  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 DRAFT 08.16.19Page 12 of 15  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 DRAFT 08.16.19Page 13 of 15  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 DRAFT 08.16.19Page 14 of 15 City of Georgetown, Texas Housing Advisory Board September 16, 2019 S UB J E C T: Up d ate fro m the Hous ing Ad visory Bo ard C hair. Lo u S nead, C hairp ers on. IT E M S UMMARY: T he board will rec eive 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 , AIC P, Ho using C o o rd inator Page 15 of 15