Res. #10-018 - Electing to Continue Participation in LHIA Program

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do not impede the construction of affordable housing. Many of these tools can help developers by reducing setback and open space requirements, increasing density, or reducing fees all in the effort to support construction of affordable housing. The following Housing Action Plan outlines efforts Centerville will explore to maintain existing affordable housing and create new affordable housing in the next ten years. The items are listed by category, including regulatory, financial and other. A corresponding timeline is also provided to address current slower market conditions. Regulatory: Land Use Plan- provide sufficient land guided at densities greater then 6 du /acre, within redevelopment areas, close to jobs and transit.Short - term Regulatory: Zoning- study and make changes to the City's zoning and subdivision ordinance to remove impediments to affordable housing. The City will encourage increased use of planned unit developments (PUDs) to provide a choice of housing types within new developments. PUDs have proven to be an effective way of addressing the varied housing needs of the community. They can provide for the local townhouse, condominium and apartment market while avoiding many of the problems associated with concentrating new multifamily housing in one area. The City will review its existing PUD provisions in the Zoning Ordinance and consider changes to improve their effectiveness. Short -term. Enforcement: The City will consider adoption of a Housing Maintenance Code Y P g to help maintain existing housing. Long - term. Financial: Efforts for Existing Housing -The City will strengthen its efforts to actively promote first -time homebuyer programs to assist residents entering the market. The City will also market housing rehabilitation programs available through the County and State. This can be done via the City's website, newsletter and other methods. The City will actively encourage maintenance of existing homes. On- going. Financial: Efforts for New Affordable Housing- create City funds using Tax Increment Financing or other methods for the construction of affordable housing, help with acquisition, assist both non- profit and for - profit developers in pursuing grant funds. Ongoing. Long -term affordability: Utilize techniques such as land trusts to maintain long -term affordability of new housing. Ongoing. Other: Needs Assessment- assess needs for senior housing in rental, market rate and assisted living categories. Short -term. Housing Condition- Evaluate existing housing stock in order to target code