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Planning Commission Minutes June 1, 1983 -4- Mr. Dahlgren explained that when analyzing the ability of a house to accommodate an accessory apartment, the key element is the availability of adequate parking. Overflow, on-street parking is a major objection to changes in single-family home occupancy. Mr. Dahlgren suggested that two off-street, non-front yard parking spaces be required for an accessory apartment. Using this parking standard, it would be possible to estimate the number of houses in Roseville capable of adding accessory apartments. Dressler asked how a change in the City's housing policy would be enacted. Mr. Dahlgren indicated there would be public hearings before both the Planning Commission and the City Council. Dressler suggested that homeowners will not object to the general concept of housing alternatives, but may not want changes implemented near their property. Berry indicated she sees the housing alternatives issue as important to the provision of housing to all people, regardless of income level. Johnson stated that if Roseville hopes to attract new business and industry, the City needs to move ahead on housing issues to assure sufficient housing availability. Wiski stated that with the dramatic demographic changes we are experiencing, the provision of housing alternatives is a challenge the City must address, even though it will be a controversial issue. Rukavina indicated that developers will not be building new apartment units to serve the current bulge of people needing housing. Also, senior citizens, "empty nesters", need alternatives to remaining alone in a house that is too large for them. Rukavina also expressed concern regarding the safety aspect of single-family occupancy alternatives. Remodeling for boarders, or for accessory apartments, must be regulated to assure safety standards are met. Rukavina also indicated that it will be important to address the parking element of the housing alternatives issue. Recommendation Johnson Moved and wiski Seconded that the Planning Commission request City staff to provide additional information on housing alternatives in the R-l zone, and that the Commission undertake a study of housing alternatives in the R-l zone and develop a report to be submitted to the Council. Roll Call, Ayes: Dressler, Berry, Johnson, Moeller, Wiski, and Rukavina. Nays: None. Adj ournment Dressler Moved and Moeller Seconded that the meeting be adjourned at 9 :00 p.m. Roll Call, Ayes: Dressler, Berry, Johnson, Moeller, Wiski, and Rukavina. Nays: None.