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HomeMy WebLinkAbout01/14/1992N~PLEWOOD HOUBING ~D REDEVELOPmEnT ~UTHORITY JANUARY 14, 1992 7:00 P.M. CITY HALL NAPLENOOD ROOM 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Approval of Minutes a. December 10, 1991 4. Approval of Agenda 5. Communications 6. Unfinished Business a. Housing Plan Update 7. New Business 8. Date of Next Meeting a. February 11, 1992 9. Adjournment HRAAGEND. MEM MINUTES OF THE MAPLEWOOD HOUSING ~ REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY DECEMBER 10, 1991 CALL TO ORDER Chairperson Fischer called the meeting to order at 7:06 p.m. ROLL CALL HRA Commissioners: Lorraine Fischer, Tom Connelly, Gary Pearson, Larry Whitcomb, Lori Tauer City Staff: Ken Roberts APPROVAL OF MINUTES a. November 12, 1991 Commissioner Tauer moved approval of the minutes of November 12, 1991, as submitted. Commissioner Whitcomb seconded Ayes--Fischer, Whitcomb, Tauer Abstentions--Connelly, Pearson APPROVAL OF AGENDA Commissioner Connelly moved approval of the amended agenda, moving item 7 a to follow item 4. Commissioner Pearson seconded Ayes--Fischer, Connelly, Pearson, Tauer, Whitcomb NEW BUSINESS a. Cottages of Maplewood West (1) Land Use Plan Change, Conditional Use Permit and Parking Reduction (2) Tax-exempt and Tax-increment Financing Ken Roberts presented the staff report for this proposal. John Arkell, the applicant for this project, gave a presentation. Mary Ippel, of Briggs and Morgan, was present and gave a presentation on the proposed financing for this project. Mr. Arkell said if this financing is not acquired, they cannot afford to develop this project. The Commissioners discussed the long-term need for senior housing, since the baby boom generation is fast approaching the age to acquire senior housing. It was noted the existing senior housing developments in the area have long waiting lists. HRA Minutes of 12-10-91 -2- Commissioner Fischer explained the review and denial of this proposal by the Planning Commission, primarily because the existing sanitary sewer system in that area is too small and below minimum grade slope standards and, also, the location of the perimeter driveway. Mr. Arkell said he will construct the driveways where the City requests them to be located, but when reviewed by the Planning Commission, they were unhappy with where the City's public safety department recommendation has placed them. Mr. Arkell said he hopes this disagreement about the driveway can be resolved through negotiations with both groups. Mr. Arkell suggested that he build a berm on the west side of the site and that landscaping be planted on both sides of a fence to be constructed on that berming. Mr. Roberts said the Community Design Review Board is also reviewing this project and will be making their recommendation, which may include specific conditions on fencing and landscaping. Commissioner Pearson moved to recommend that the City Council approve the tax-exempt and tax-increment financing as outlined in the staff report. Commissioner Connelly seconded Ayes--Fischer, Connelly, Pearson, Tauer, Whitcomb Commissioner Pearson moved: (1) Approval of the resolution changing the land use plan from LSC (limited service commercial) to RH (residential high density), based on the following findings: (a) This site is proper for and consistent with the City's policies for high density residential use. This includes: 1) Being a transitional land use between low density residential and commercial land uses. 2) It is next to a collector street and is near a church, shopping and Four Seasons Park. (b) This development will minimize any adverse effects on surrounding properties because: 1) The existing and proposed vegetation will screen the town houses from the nearby homes. 2) Studies have shown there will be no adverse effect on property values. 3) There would be no traffic from this development on existing residential streets. HRA Minutes of 12-10-91 -3- (c) The city had planned this site for RH land use from 1973 - 1983. (d) In 1983, the City gave concept approval to a senior housing project on this site. (2) Approval of 161 parking spaces (108 garages and 53 open spaces), rather than the 212 spaces required by code, because: (a) The parking space requirement is not proper for senior housing, because there are fewer cars per unit in these projects. (b) The City has approved a reduced number of parking spaces for other senior housing, including the Village on Woodlynn. (3) Approval of the resolution approving a conditional use permit for a planned unit development for this project, based on the ten findings required by code. Approval is subject to the following conditions: (a) Ail construction shall follow the approved site plan. The City Council may approve major changes, after a public hearing and recommendation from the Community Design Review Board. The Director of Community Development may approve minor changes. (b) The owner shall not convert this development to non-seniors housing without the revision of the planned unit development. For this permit, the City defines seniors housing as a residence occupied by persons that are 60 years of age or older. (c) The developer shall install a 5-foot-wide concrete sidewalk along the north side of Gervais Avenue. This sidewalk shall run from White Bear Avenue to Four Seasons Park. The plans and specifications for the sidewalk shall be subject to the approval of the City Engineer. The developer shall be responsible for plowing the sidewalk along Gervais Avenue (from the site to Rainbow Foods) until the property to the east develops. (d) Approval by the City Engineer of final grading, utility, drainage, erosion control and driveway plans. The erosion control plan shall be consistent with the Ramsey Soil and Water Conservation District Erosion and Sediment Control Handbook. (e) The design of the pond shall be subject to the approval of the City Engineer. The design shall HRA Minutes of 12-10-91 -4- allow for a future 24-foot-wide drive between the pond and the wetlands to the northeast. The developer shall be responsible for getting all off-site pond and drainage easements. (f) There shall be no outdoor storage of recreational vehicles, boats or trailers. (g) Residents shall not park trailers and vehicles that they do not need for day-to-day transportation on site. If the City determines there are excess parking spaces available on site, then the City may allow the parking of these on site. (h) If the City Council determines there is not enough on-site parking after 95 percent occupancy, the City may require additional parking. (i) The property manager shall keep the emergency access drive plowed of snow so emergency vehicles can pass over the drive. (J) The developer shall provide an on-site storm shelter in a central location in the development. This shelter shall be subject to the approval of the Director of Emergency Preparedness. It shall have a minimum of three square feet per person for 80% of the planned population. (k) The City Council ordering the construction of a new sanitary sewer to serve this property. (1) The City Council shall review this permit one year from the date of approval, based on the procedures in City code. (4) Approval of the resolution which orders a feasibility study for the reconstruction of the sanitary sewer line that would serve this project. It alsO allows the City Engineer to spend up to $20,000 from the sewer fund to pay for this study. Commissioner Connelly seconded Ayes--Fischer, Connelly, Pearson, Tauer, Whitcomb The motion passed. 5. COMMUNICATIONS HRA Minutes of 12-10-91 -5- 6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS a. Housing Plan Update The Commission reviewed the City Goals and the Land Use Plan sections of the City's Comprehensive Plan and made two revisions to each. The Commissioners also reviewed the Housing Plan update and made several revisions. Staff was directed to make these changes and resubmit the Housing Plan at the next meeting. 8. DATE OF NEXT MEETING a. January 14, 1992 9. ADJOURNMENT Meeting adjourned at 9:54 p.m. TO: FROM: SUBJECT: DATE: MEMORANDUM City Manager Ken Roberts, Associate Planner Housing Plan Update January 3, 1992 INTRODUCTION I have attached a copy of the latest housing plan from the Comprehensive Plan revision. The HRA reviewed this at their meeting on December 10, 1991 and made several changes. The attached copy is the latest version of that plan. It has up-to- date census information and the latest HRA and staff comments. The HRA should review this document and make a recommendation about it as part of the Comprehensive Plan update process. I have also attached a copy of the latest goals from the Comprehensive Plan. The HRAalso reviewed these at their December 10, 1991 meeting. The HRAmade minor changes to the Housing Goal and to the Safety and Social Order Goal. The HRA should now review the goals to make sure they reflect their needs. RECOMMENDATIONS 1. Approve the Housing Ooal. Approve the Housinq Plan for the Comprehensive Plan revision. kr/memoS4.mem Attachments: 1. Plan Goals 2. Housing Plan Update GOALS OF THE CITY OF MAPLEWOOD Maplewood has developed a set of community-wide goals. They are the basis for the City's planning and development efforts. These goals are: Human Rights Goal: The City will positively identify itself as a community that includes and respects all individuals and groups within it. There should not be limitations or discrimination based on religion, age, income, sex, ethnic background or political belief. The City will protect each citizen's rights and encourage them to exercise their responsibilities as citizens. Citizen Involvement Goal: The decisions and actions of City government should consider the needs and desires of its citizens. The City will provide a wide range of opportunities for citizen participation and community involvement in local decisions. Communication Goal: The City will encourage and promote communication with the public to achieve a high level of citizen participation and community involvement. City Implementation Goal: The City will use a rational and democratic system to help the city's citizens, council and management decide about the use of resources. These decisions should help the City achieve it's goals. In order to accomplish the goals listed above, the City has developed the following additional goals: Cultural-Leisure Activity Goal: The City will encourage or provide opportunities for cultural and leisure activities for all citizens. Economic Goal: The City will provide a supportive climate for business consistent with orderly development and planning. Employee Goal: The City will provide and develop highly- motivated, professional, experienced, productive and well-trained employees with high morale and with a stake in the City's future. 7 Finance Goal: The City will finance its activities in a manner which fosters the City's growth, improves the citizens' lives and assures the City's financial stability. Health and Welfare Goal: The City will encourage the development and availability of activities that protect the health and welfare of its citizens. Housing Goal: The City will encourage a variety of housing which provides for a choice of type, location, price and ownership versus renting. Housing should be safe, sanitary, secure, comfortable, free from blight, with access to public streets, utilities, schools and parks. Metropolitan Goal: The City will actively participate in finding solutions to metropolitan problems which affect the City or it's citizens. Public Services and Infrastructure Goal: The City will provide and maintain comprehensive, high-quality and cost-effective public services. The City will provide these services in a fair and democratic way. Safety and Social Order Goal: The City will provide an environment to enjoy life in peace and freedom from criminal acts and preventable disasters. · Significant Natural Features Goal: The City will preserve, conserve and use wisely its significant natural features. Transportation Goal: The City will have a transportation system which is safe, efficient, minimizes disruption, promotes better land development, improves the aesthetic appearance of the City and reduces air pollution. This system should provide transportation opportunities for citizens without cars. Urban Design Goal: The City will strive to improve the appearance of the City, maintain compatible land uses, and encourage a sensitive integration among activities, man-made facilities and the natural environment. These are the City's overall goals. There are also specific goals and policies in each of the Comprehensive Plan elements. HOUSING PLAN PURPOSE The intent of the Housing Plan is: Describe the current housing stock. · Quantify the number of housing units by type. · Describe the services and amenities which affect the quality and desirability of neighborhoods. · Set goals for affordable housing and a mix of housing types to meet the life-cycle housing needs of Maplewood residents. · Identify strategies for achieving those goals. HOUSING STOCK The overall condition of the City's housing units is good, although there are small areas that have houses with the potential to deteriorate. To prevent this, the City adopted a housing maintenance code which enables officials to require owners to maintain and make basic repairs to their structures. The City has also adopted a "Truth-in-Housing" ordinance. The City designed this ordinance to help buyers make an informed decision. Construction During the 1980s A total of 2,894 housing units were built during the 1980's in Maplewood. Slightly more than 50 percent of these were townhouse, duplex and other multi-family units. There are a total of 12,120 housing units in the City (1990 Census), with single-family detached units representing about 63 percent (7636 units) of the housing stock. (See Table 10.) 1988 data from the Metropolitan Council reveals that 21 percent of Maplewood's housing stock was built between 1980 and 1988. Although this figure is comparable to the Metropolitan Area average, it is more than twice the rate for other inner-ring suburbs. 55 TABLE 10 HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS 1980 1990 1980 1990 CHARACTERISTIC MAPLEWOOD MAPLEWOOD METRO METRO AREA AREA Total Number of Housing Units 9,042 12,120 796,508 922,224 Units by Type of Occupancy - Owner-Occupied 74 % 72 % 64 % 64 % Renter-Occupied 23 % 23 % 32 % 31% Vacant 3% 5% 4% 5% Households by Type of Occupancy - Owner-Occupied 74 % 69 % 66 % 68 % Renter-Occupied 26 % 31% 34 % 32 % Median Value of Owner-Occupied Units $64,600 $87,800 $64,100 Median Rent $268 $473 $255 $450 Persons in Units Lacking Complete 0.37 % 0.77 % Plumbing Number of Vacant, Boarded Units 0.03% 0.10% 0.01% 0.10% (3 units) (13 units) 56 TABLE 10 HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS (Continued) INNER-RING METRO CHARACTERISTIC MAPLEWOOD SUBURBS AREA Rental Units Vacant for 6 Months or More (1980) 0.26% 0.26% Year Housing Units Built, 1989 Pre- 1940 6% 8% 22% 1940- 1959 28% 37% 22% 1960- 1979 45% 45% 39% 1980 - 1989 21% 11% 17% Housing Units by Type, 12-31-88 Single-Family 63 % 64 % 61% Multi-Family 25 % 31% 34 % Townhouse 6% 3% 4% Manufactured 6 % 2 % 2 % Housing SourcA~: U.S. Census Bureau Metropolitan Council Apartment Profiles, Median Rent, 3/90 57 While the number of manufactured homes in Maplewood declined in the late 1970's, this trend reversed in the 1980's with the addition of 375 new units. The City now has five manufactured home parks containing 751 units, which represents 6 percent of the City's housing stock. This rate is three times higher than that found in other inner-ring suburbs or in the Metro Area. Owner-Occupied Versus Renter-Occupied Housing Units Maplewood has a higher than average percentage of owner-occupied housing units than in the Metro Area or in other first-ring suburbs. In 1980, 74 percent of the units were owner-occupied; down from 79 percent in 1970. The 1990 Census showed a decrease to 72 percent from the 74 percent in 1980 in the percentage of home ownership. Housing Affordability The price and rent of Maplewood housing is only slightly above the metropolitan mean and median. There is also a diversity of styles and price ranges. Older homes on smaller lots provide opportunities for first- time buyers in the Western Hills, Parkside and Gladstone neighborhoods. Opportunities for low- and moderate-income households are available in manufactured home parks and in a variety of types and locations of multiple dwellings. The move-up housing market is particularly strong with such choices available throughout the City. Buyers can find more expensive housing in the Vista Hills, Highwood and Kohlman Lake neighborhoods. Housin~ Assistance Maplewood participates in several programs that assist households in the City. The Metropolitan Housing and Redevelopment Authority manages the Rehabilitation Loan Program, the Section 8 and Section 236 Rental Assistance Programs. In 1990, the Section 8 Rent Assistance Program helped 180 households (36 senior and 144 family), which represents a small portion of the low- income households living in Maplewood. This program does not come close to meeting the need for affordable housing in Maplewood or elsewhere. This is because the Federal Government has reduced levels of funding annually throughout the 1980s. Moreover, the 1990's may also witness the expiration of many long-term Federal contracts with landlords for the set-aside of units used in this program. 58 TABLE 11 SUBSIDIZED HOUSING UNITS, 1990 Privately Certificates Community Public Housing: Owned Housing: and Voucher~ Mixed Elderly Totel Mixed E!a_erlv Total Mixed F~,4erlv Tolal Maplewood 207 193 400 144 36 180 Rmmey Count}, 1,630 2,594 4,224 3,345 2,511 5,856 2,371 982 3,353 Metro Area 3,508 8,554 12,062 10,731 9,663 20,394 8,156 3,154 11,910 Total Subsidized Units: Mixed Elderly Total 332 229 561 7,346 6,087 13,433 22,995 21,371 44,366 'Changes in the Subsidized Housing Market in the Twin Cities Metropolitsn Area, 1980-1989,' Twin Cities Metmpolilan Council TABLE 12 SECTION 8 AND SECTION 236 UNITS Archer Maplewood Maple Concordia Type of Unit Heights Gardens Knolls Arms Totals Family Units One Bedroom 68 - 3 - 71 Two Bedroom 47 13 32 -- 92 Tiuoe Bedroom 6 16 20 - 42 Handicapped _:-- - .=~ - _~2 121 29 57 - 207 Elderly Units One Bedroom 69 124 193 Source: City of Maplewood, 1990 6O New Housin~ The addition of nearly 2,900 housing units from 1980 through 1989 increased the supply of housing by 30 percent. Still, nearly 22 percent of the land planned for residential use remains undeveloped, providing areas for continuing new construction in the coming years. Much of this land is in the City's southern ~leg." The undeveloped land is the reason the Metropolitan Council projects a population increase of 19 percent between 1980 and 2000. This compares with a 0.8 percent growth rate for all inner-ring suburbs. As development continues, though, the available land will be increasingly difficult to develop because of environmental constraints, such as steep slopes, poor soils, or wetlands. The challenge for the City will be to continue to allow for the development of a range of housing options for its citizens on the undeveloped sites. Expected Housin~ Market Trenct~ In recent years, the Metropolitan Council has produced several studies examining potential changes in the region's demOgraphics and what these changes might mean for the housing market. This research suggests that major changes in the composition of the population will affect the nation and the state over the next ten to thirty years. These changes will also affect the Twin Cities and Maplewood. The large group of baby boomers, born between 1946 and 1965, sharply boosted housing production during the 1970s and 1980s as they formed new households. A generation has followed the baby boomers that is smaller in numbers. As these two groups move through their life cycles, they will change the housing market: There may be less demand for rental housing as the typical renter age group moves into owner-occupied structures. On the other hand, the elderly may be looking to move from owner-occupied units to rental units. This may off-set the decline in non-elderly rentals. There may be less demand for new housing by the late 1990's because there will be fewer new households. As a result, it may become more difficult to sell entry-level housing. 61 Household composition may shift. The U.S. Census Bureau estimates that, between 1985 and 2000, 69 percent of the growth in new households will be in nontraditional households. Almost 14 percent will be in female, single-parent families whose median income is less than half the regional median. Of these, more than 30 percent will be living in pove .r.ty. This may not only affect the housing market, but may also place a greater strain on the public to provide more affordable housing options. There may be less subsidized housing. The changing household structure is occurring when the future of much of the region's subsidized housing is unclear. During the 1990's, more than 5,000 contracts for subsidized units between the federal government and investment housing owners will expire. It is unknown whether or not the Federal government will replace these contracts. Rehabilitation needs may increase. The Metropolitan Council estimates that by 2000, 30 percent of Maplewood housing stock will be more than 40 years old and 6 percent will be more than 60 years old. This trend, coupled with lower revenues from higher vacancy rates, may make rental property more difficult to maintain. However, reduced demand may give consumers more leverage, requiring landlords to provide a more competitive product. The need for elderly housing is increasing and may increase sharply as the baby boomers begin to reach their 60s, starting after 2006 and peaking after 2025. Between 1990 and 2000, the regional population will have grown by five percent and the baby boomers will be between ages 35 and 64. Additionally, the percentage of young adults in the region will decrease by 2000. Maplewood and the developing suburbs will continue to grow, although slower than the previous decade. This is because the number of annual housing starts will be about haif what it was in the 1980s. By 2010, the baby boomers will be between the ages of 45 and 64 and their children will be entering the housing market. Growth in Maplewood and the developing suburbs may continue to slow and some may experience problems similar to those now faced by the central cities. It may become more difficult to sell a home, and buyers may have many more affordable choices. Baby boomers may force the housing market to produce more and better housing for this group. 62 Further details on the future of the Twin Cities housing market are available in "Looking Ahead at Housing...The Effect of Changing Demographics on the Twin Cities Area Housing Market," Twin Cities Metropolitan Council, 1988. HOUSING ISSUES The following are City housing issues: · What steps should the City and its Housing and Redevelopment Authority take to increase the amount of affordable housing? ® Is the City planning enough land for alternative housing types? If not, what changes should the City make? · What steps can the City take to prevent the deterioration or abandonment of its older housing stock? · What steps can the City take to prevent neighborhoods from deteriorating? · What strategies can the City develop to assure that developers build a variety of housing styles and types in both new developments and infill development projects? · Are there adequate public services and facilities within each neighborhood to meet the needs of existing and planned populations? · How can the City preserve some of its natural features and beauty as the community grows? · Will future housing meet the needs of the increasing number of nontraditional households, particularly single-parent families? HOUSING GOALS AND POLICIES Housing Affordability Housing costs continue to rise throughout the region as a result of a variety of reasons. These include increasing land and construction costs, utilities and taxes; declines in government aid programs; and, indirectly, land use regulations. These cost increases have the greatest effect~on low- and moderate-income households. Changes in mortgage interest rates also affect the affordability of housing. The Metropolitan Council has a regional goal that 63 percent of the housing in each community should be low-to-modest cost units. Metropolitan Council figures show that Maplewood came very close to 64 meeting this goal in 1980, with 59 percent of its housing classified as low- to-modest cost. The 1990 Census shows that Maplewood exactly met the goal of having 63 percent of its housing (7684 units) of low-to-modest cost. The City will continue to try to meet this goal with the following policies: Financing The City, through its Homing and Redevelopment Authority, will explore all avenues for financing affordable housing, including: - Use of tax-exempt and tax-increment f'mancing. - Progrnmg, including grants, loans and federal tax credits, available through the Minnesota Housing Finance Agency. - Programs available through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. - Programs available through the Metropolitan Housing and Redevelopment Authority. - Community Development Block Grants and other programs through Ramsey County. Rental Assistance The City, through the HRA, will continue to participate in rental assistance programg, including those available through the Metropolitan HRA and the federal government. Energy Efficiency The City will promote energy efficient improvements in aH types of housing units to help keep them affordable. The City will provide information and, when available, f'mancial help for both owner-occupied and rental units. 65 HOUSING DIVERSITY Most of Maplewood's housing is single-family homes. The Metropolitan Council has a goal calling for each community to provide 41 percent of its housing stock in housing types other than single-family homes. From 1980 to 1988, housing in Maplewood, other than single-family homes, increased from 31.5 percent of the housing stock to 37.0 percent. The City will continue to work toward this goal with the following general policy: Promote a variety of housing types, costs and ownership options throughout the City. These are to meet the life-cycle needs of aH income levels, those with special needs and non-traditional households. The City also adopts the following specific housing diversity policies: Land Use Plan The City will continue to provide dispersed locations for a diversity of housing styles, types and price ranges through its land use plan. Ordinance Provisions The City will regularly review and, as necessary, change its zoning and subdivision regulations to assure that they are flexible enough to allow a variety of housing options. Housing for the Elderly and Disabled · The City will make efforts to plan and provide for the housing and service needs of the elderly and disabled. Nontraditional Households · The City will encourage development of housing and services which meet the needs of nontraditional households. NEIGHBORHOOD QUAI.ITY It is important to assure that the efforts to provide life-cycle housing needs of the City are accomplished in a manner which is compatible with the character of existing neighborhoods and respect the environment. It is also important to prevent housing in older neighborhoods from deteriorating. Much of this housing was built before Maplewood became a village, when building codes were not in place. There are also deteriorating housing units scattered throughout the City. In the future, these units may become less attractive to home buyers, thereby depreciating housing values. Figure 23 (page 69) identifies the areas in Maplewood of most concern. To address these concerns, the City adopts the following policies: 1. PLan and design new housing to: · Protect existing housing, natural features, neighborhood identity and quality. and · Assure there are adequate utilities, community facilities and convenient shopping. 2. Maintain or strengthen the character of established neighborhoods and assure that aH housing units are safe, sanitary, secure and free from blight. The City also adopts the following neighborhood quality policies: Ordinance Provisions The City will work to protect the integrity and long-term viability of residential neighborhoods and reduce potential negative effects of commercial or industrial land uses through zoning, site plan review and code enforcement. The City will require and enforce high design and maintenance standards for multi-family residential developmem. Design standards will include provisions about building ma_g$1ng, architectural design, off-street parking ratios and location, access, traffic impacts, landscaping, fencing or s~reenlng, and trash handling. 67 Locafional Aspects The City will allow affordable housing in any location suitable for residential uses. Environmental Considerations The City will assure that new development respects the natural environment to the maximum extent practical. The City will continue to use its Shoreland, Floodplain and Environmental Protection Ordinances to assure protection of lakes, streams, ponds, wetlands, steep slopes and woodlots. Homing Maintenance Code The City will continue to encourage the maintenance of its housing through its housing maintenance codes. The City's truth-in-housing program should also encourage housing maintenance. Maintenance Assistance The City, through its Housing and Redevelopment Authority, will participate in programs to help property owners with home maintenance and improvements through Ioans and, if available, grants. HOUSING ACTION PLAN · Table 13 on page 70 lists activities that the City should undertake to carry out the Housing Plan. 68 CO. RD. l-- LARPENTEUR AVE. STXLL#ATER nj). f~ON#AY AVE. T,H. X2/X-04--4 UPPER AFTON RD. Areas of Potential Housing Deterioration COMPREHENSIVE PLAN -69 ~MER AFTON ~. ~NDZN ~.-- ~X~ND RD. LX~D AVE. HXGII#~D AVE. CARVER AV~. Figure 23 HOUSING ACTION PLAN Setion Responsibility Timing Funding Coord~s_te with Explore ~I1 options for fimmcing affordable housing Continue to provide rent assistance to n~xly households Provide information and · ssistance to encourage energy efficiency improvements Provide dispersed loc~tions for variety of housing types, styles, prices Review and update Codes to facilitate housing variety Provide for the housing and service needs of the elderly and disabled Provide housing and services to meet the ~ of non-traditional households Protect integrity of, and prevent deterioration in, existing neighborhoods Encourage high design and maintenance ~ndards for multi- fm~ily housing HRA, Dir of CD HRA, Dir of CD, CC HRA, Dir of CD PC, CC PC, CC, Dir of CD HRA, PC, CC HRA, CC PC, CD PC, CC, CD Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing CDBG, TIF, EFB, MHFA, other local state, and federal program.~ Section 8 Program, other state and federal programs State and federal programs None None State and federal program State and federal programs None None Land Use Plan, Metro HRA Metro HRA Metro HRA Land Use Plan Land Use Plan Metro HRA, Land Use Plan Land Use Plan Land Use Plan 70 TABLE 13 HOUSING ACTION PLAN (Continued) Action Assure that new development is compatible with, and sensitive to, the environment ]~esponsibility Timl- it Funding PC, CC, Ongoing None Dir of CD Continue to anforce Dir of CD Ongoing housing maintenance code Participate in rehabilitation, and grant programs HRA, Dir of CD Ongoing Develop progrnmg to HRA, CC, Ongoing help first-time home buyers GF CDBG, State of Minnesota GF Coordinate with Land Use Plan Metro HRA, Ramsey County Land Use Plan ABBREVIATIONS: HRA = Maplewood Housing and Redevelopment Authority PC = Planning Commission CC -- City Council Dir of CD - Director of Community Development CDBG = Community Development Block Grant Funds (federal) TIF = Tax increment financing EBF = Essential bond financing GF = General fund MHFA = Minnesota Housing Finance Agency 7]