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City of Roseville - Housing & Redevelopment Authority Meeting Minutes for September 20, 2005Page 2 of 3 Consider Housing Redesign Application – 900 Grandview Ave. W. (HF35) a. Executive Director Cathy Bennett explained the goals and purpose of the Housing Redesign and provided a summary of the project and application at 900 Grandview Avenue W. She explained that the project met the eligibility criteria for age of structure, pre renovation value of home, household size and expected increase in value over 40%. Bennett presented pictures of the home prior to renovation as well as an existing photo of the home in progress. The project has been reviewed by the Roseville Development Review Committee (DRC) with recommended approval contingent upon the addition of a front entry or front porch to blend the new and existing homes together. Bennett illustrated pictures of the housing and garage before the addition. She noted that a new garage will be added to the project and showed how the front of the home is near completion. The interior and back of the home is still in progress. Bennett explained that the owner was in the audience to comment on the DRC’s recommendation and answer HRA member’s questions. Mr. Brent Huberty and Owen Polifka presented details on the home and proposed sketches for a front entry/porch. Mr. Huberty explained the porch roof design issues to make sure that water drains property and the two portions of the home blend together nicely. Mr. Huberty noted that if approved by the HRA that he would schedule the front porch addition in the spring. Member Kelsey asked what percentage of the project was complete (75%). She asked why the owner applied for the program so late into the construction of the home. Mr. Huberty noted that he only became aware of the program after the building permit was issued. Bennett explained that this is a good example of how the program can make the project better and that Mr. Huberty has good documentation of the home prior to the addition which is a requirement. Member Bean asked what the total cost of the architect fees will be. ($4,500-$5,000). Member Millasovich asked how much new space was added. (750 sq.ft. second level and 8 feet on the first floor to the back of the home). Both Member Bean and Chair Majerus noted the value of having a front porch and how that provides a nice outdoor area for the family and to connect with the neighborhood. Motion: Member Kelsey moved, seconded by Member Millasovich, to approve the Housing Redesign Program Application for owners at 900 Grandview Ave in Roseville with the DRC’s additional recommendations for a front entry and per the program requirements. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 Motion carried. Information, Reports, and Other Business 9. Update on 2006 Preliminary Levy Certification by Council (HF31) a. Executive Director Bennett reported that the City Council set the HRA preliminary levy at the requested amount of $288,985 on a 4-1 vote with the majority of the Council supporting the establishment of a single family rental licensing program in 2006. Review of Proposed Rental Licensing Options (HF36) b. HRA staff provided a summary of a proposed ordinance that has been reviewed over the past several years by the City Attorney and the codes staff. The summary provides the HRA will an introduction of the process for rental licensing of rental homes up to 4 units which would include single family detached, duplexes, triplexes and fourplexes in Roseville. The draft ordinance and process and procedure for a program was prepared after review of several area city’s ordinance such as Shoreview, New Brighton, Mounds View, Coon Rapids, Red Wing and St. Louis Park. The City Council is required to adopt an ordinance and designate the HRA as the administrator of the program. As proposed, this would include the HRA serving as the Appeals Board, providing a recommendation to the City Council on all appeals. Any changes to the ordinance would need final approval from the City Council with a recommendation by the HRA. Executive Director noted that they are still working with the HRC on a contract proposal through the Greater Metropolitan Housing Corporation (GMHC). Since this would be a new service for them, they are required to gain board support which is scheduled for this month’s review. http://archive.ci.roseville.mn.us/council/hra/minutes/2005/hram050920.htm3/12/2008