Planning 2015-07-23 COMPLETE AGENDA PACKET

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Housing Element - Version 6.9.15 Revision Matrix 6.25.15 Note: Comments listed without an exhibit reference were delivered verbally during the public hea ing Row # Page# Comment (language changes in strikeout /underline, recommendation in bold) Exhibit# /Date /Source Staff comment /analysis /options 1 Purpose. Second paragraph. Change the word "modest" to be consistent with PSRC TOD language. Mann, PC Work Session, 6.18.15 Staff Recommendation: Revise as suggested. Now reads "These steps are necessary to plan for growth that will barriers that low reduce prevent modest wage workers and moderate income households from living near their work or transit..." Language from PSRC Growing Transit Communities Strategy - http: / /www.psrc.org /assets /9539 /GTCStrategy.pdf 2 2/3 Home Ownership Options. The last sentence states that the current range of housing options does not accommodates older adults hoping to "age in place." I would add that the current range doesn't accommodate older adults who would like to remain in Tukwila but no longer want to live in a large house with a big yard. Some seniors would like to downsize to a small house with a small yard or even a townhouse. Letter from Pam Carter, dated 6.21.15 Comment noted. 3 3 Policy 3.1.1. Correct horizon date (typo) Staff edit Staff Recommendation: Policy 3.1.1. now reads "...to meet the regional growth target of 4,800 new housing units by 20132030." 4 3 Policy 3.1.2.1 would insert the word "especially" or "particularly" so that it reads: "...sizes particularly in neighborhoods where..." Letter from Pam Carter, dated 6.21.15 Staff Recommendation: Revise as suggested. Policy 3.1.2 now reads "Explore adopting smaller lot sizes, especially in neighborhoods where the historical lot pattern is smaller than the established 6.7 dwelling units per acre (6,500 square foot lots)." 5 3 Revise Implementation Strategy on revised lot size. Change "maximum" to "minimum" (typo). Staff edit See below (Row ) 6 3 I would delete the first strategy as it sounds like the neighborhood will be deciding the minimum lots sizes. It makes sense to meet with the neighborhood but their wishes should not be the controlling factor. Letter from Pam Carter, dated 6.21.15 The intent of the Implementation Strategy is to involve residents in the process of establishing lot area minimums. Council will ultimately decide on lot area minimums, but community involvement is critical to ensure revised regulations are the best fit for the neighborhood. Staff Recommendation: Revise to keep intent of Implementation Strategy and add language to better define the community's role in the process. The Implementation Strategy now reads "Meet with residents and property owners at the neighborhood level to receive input to help establish desired lot area for the individual maximum- minimums neighborhoods." 7 3 6,500 sf minimum lot size and 50 ft minimum lot width requirements in the LDR zone hamstring the number of buildable units and make projects economically unviable, specifically potential project at Riverton United Methodist Church property. Support options to reduce lot size and lot dimensions. Email from Homestead Community Land Trust, dated 6.23.15 Comment noted. Policy 3.1.2 supports exploring options to adopt smaller lot sizes in neighborhoods where the historical lot pattern is smaller than the zoning code requirements. 8 3/4 We ask the City include a strategy in the Comprehensive Plan to consider amending the development code requirements to allow for smaller studio housing units. Letter from Bellwether Housing, dated 6.25.15 Amending the development code to allow for a full range of housing options, which may include smaller studio housing units, is addressed in Policy 3.2.2. Staff Recommendation: Keep as is. 9 4 Policy 3.2.1. Reword to clarify. The City provides zoning that allows for housing, but does not provide housing. Staff edit Staff Recommendation: Revise as suggested. Policy 3.2.1 now reads "Provide zoning that allows a variety of housing throughout the City to allow for diverse, equitable neighborhoods. 10 4 Policies 3.2.2 and 3.2.3.1 support these policies that would enable a greater variety of housing types than currently exist in Tukwila. Letter from Pam Carter, dated 6.21.15 Comment noted. 11 4 Policy 3.2.3. Reword to clarify. The City has a limited supply of land. Utilize zoning that allows for housing and other facilities. Mann, PC Work Session, 6.18.15 Staff Recommendation: Revise as suggested. Policy 3.2.3 now reads "Provide sufficient appropriate zoning land is eel for housing of all types..." 12 4 Suggest the City consider re- introducing the housing options program or to consider a new set of allowances in residential zones that reward the kind of development the City wishes to see. Email from Homestead Community Land Trust, dated 6.23.15 Comment noted. Goal 3.2 and Implementation Strategies support the reinstatement of limited demonstration projects for clustered or cottage housing. 13 4 One of the best ways to prevent and address homelessness is to ensure that quality, permanently affordable housing is available for very-low income households. Ask that the City add a policy under Goal 3.2 to "work to address the need for housing affordable to households at less than 30% AMI." Letter from HDC /Futurewise, dated 6.23.15 Policy 3.2.2 address housing opportunities for all population segments. Staff Recommendation: Revise Policy 3.2.2 to include language specific to households at less than 30% AMI. Policy 3.2.2 now reads " Encourage a full range of housing opportunities for all population segments, including very-low income households earning less than 30% AMI, through actions..." 7