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SPONSOR'S Revise Residential Rental Licensing Program ordinance to reflect corrections and changes
SLININI \RY to the inspection process. Draft ordinance review. Anticipate forwarding to Committee of
the Whole on November 10, 2014 and City Council meeting for final adoption on November
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STAFF SPONSOR: KATHY STETSON
ORIGINAL AGENDA DATE: 11/10/14
AGENDA ITEM Trn,[•: Residential Rental Licensing and Inspection Program ordinance revision
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SPONSOR'S Revise Residential Rental Licensing Program ordinance to reflect corrections and changes
SLININI \RY to the inspection process. Draft ordinance review. Anticipate forwarding to Committee of
the Whole on November 10, 2014 and City Council meeting for final adoption on November
17, 2014.
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ATTACHMENTS
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Informational Memorandum dated October 16, 2014, with attachments
Draft ordinance
Draft fee resolution
Minutes from the October 14, 2014 Community Affairs and Parks Committee Meeting
11/17/14
TO:
FROM Jack Pace, Department of Community Development Director
Jerry Hight, Building Official
BY Kathy Stetson, Code Enforcement Officer
DATE: October 16, 2014
City of Tukwila
Jim Haggerton, Mayo,
INFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUM
Mayor Haggerton
Committee of the Whole
SUBJECT: Residential Rental Licensing and Inspection Program Ordinance
amendment and associated Fee Resolution amendment
(Memo changed after CAP meeting/shown ire underlined format, page 2)
ISSUE
Should the Residential Rental Licensing and Inspection Program be revised? Should the fees
for licensing and for inspections be increased?
BACKGROUND
On October 14, 2014, Code Enforcement presented a draft of proposed amendments and
changes to the Residential Rental Housing Licensing and Inspection ordinance and the
associated Fee Resolution. The committee members requested additional language be added,
which is reflected in the attached draft ordinance. The underline /strikeout version of the draft
ordinance is attached as Exhibit 1.
The Residential Rental Licensing and inspection Program ordinance and associated fee
resolution were adopted in 2010 and the program began full operation January 1, 2011. There
are 637 residential rental properties currently licensed in the City, containing 3760 dwelling
units. Since roughly 60% of the City's total housing units are rentals, this program affects a
majority of our residents. The program will be completing Zone 4 inspections this year. With the
end of the 4 -year cycle, now is the time to evaluate the program for any needed adjustments or
changes. A copy of the Zone map is attached as Exhibit 2.
DISCUSSION
The changes to the rental ordinance that we are proposing are in two distinct categories --
simple administrative corrections or minor changes, and substantive program changes
Administrative /Minor Changes:
Renamed the "Inspection Certificate" to "Inspection Checklist" in several locations
throughout the ordinance. The Inspection Checklist is the detailed list of all items that
are inspected during the required inspections. In practice, we refer to this document as
the 'Checklist ". so as not to confuse it with the "Certificate of Compliance" that is issued
to the landlord upon satisfactory completion of the inspection. Renaming this document
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INFORMATIONAL MEMO
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will avoid any confusion between the two documents. A copy of the Inspection Checklist
is attached as Exhibit 3.
2. Section 5.06.130 Contents of Certificate of Compliance. We deleted the phrase "the
legal use and occupancy of the rental unit" as one of the required elements on the
Compliance Certificate. In practice, this information is not included on the Certificate of
Compliance. The revision in the ordinance codifies this practice.
3. Section 5.06.150 Notice. We deleted the phrase and to the rental unit's occupants" as
one of the parties the City is to notify regarding the inspections. The State Residential
Landlord- Tenant Act requires the Landlord to provide their tenant with at least 48 hours'
written notice of their intent to enter the unit, except in the case of an emergency (such
as a leaking hot water tank, etc.). The tenant can request a copy of the inspection
results from the City through a Public Records Request and the tenant is permitted to
accompany the inspector when the inspection is performed. This revision in the
ordinance codifies this process.
Substantive Changes to the Program
We are proposing two major changes to the program:
1. Requiring properties with 5 or more units to use pre - approved Non -City Inspectors for
their required inspections. Properties with fewer than 5 units will still be able to choose
either a City or a non -City Inspector. Most of the larger properties have chosen to use
private inspectors. Inspections performed by private inspectors use the same detailed
Inspection Checklist as the City Inspector. Removing the option for larger properties to
use a City Inspector will free up some of the Officer's time.
2. Extending the timeline for future required inspections from 4 years to 8 years if the
property is a member in good standing of the Crime -Free Rental Housing program
operated by Tukwila Police Department. The Crime Free program requires an annual
CPTED (Crime Prevention through Environmental Design) inspection of exterior
conditions and the interior of a selected number of units. The interior inspection Looks
for smoke and CO detectors, operable windows, adequate locks, and a few other items.
The program also requires apartment owners /managers to attend an 8 -hour training on
tenant screening and crime prevention at complexes; requires the landlord to hold an
annual tenant meeting; and other requirements. Since we will have completed
inspections in all four zones by the end of 2014, we are comfortable that most major life -
safety issues have been addressed throughout the City. We believe that offering this
incentive to skip an inspection cycle (8 years between inspections instead of 4 years) will
encourage properties to review and change their tenant- screening processes and
provide them with a local resource to assist with crime - related problems in their
properties. If properties fail to follow through with the Crime -Free program, they will be
required to obtain the unit -by -unit inspections on the current 4 -year inspection cycle.
The Committee members asked for additional language such that if we receive three (3)
or more complaints in any six (6) month period that are verified concerning code
violations affecting the habitability of units at a complex, the property will be required to
be on the 4 -year inspection cycle, That language has been added to the draft ordinance
under section 5.06.140.
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INFORMATIONAL MEMO
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Fee Resolution Changes:
The fee resolution reflects proposed fee increases. The fees were established in 2010 and
have not been adjusted since then.
Annual License Fee:
We are proposing base license fee increases that reflect an inflation rate of 2% per year from
2010 through 2015, rounded up. For properties with 5 or more units, the fee also includes the
RGRL fee of $55.00. Properties with fewer than five units are exempt from the RGRL fee.
Number of Units
Current Fee
Proposed Fee
1 -4 Units
$50.00/year
$60.00 /year
5 or more units
$100.00 + $55.00 for each
employee (RGRL)
$120.00 + $55.00 (RGRL)
$175.00 total
Inspection and Re- inspection Fee Per Unit:
Inspection fees for inspections performed by City Inspectors are based on the "After- Hours"
building inspector rates. Each inspection takes approximately 30 minutes. In 2010 the hourly
rate for after -hours inspections was $70.00/hour, making our inspection fee $35.00 /unit. The
2014 after -hours rate is $97.50, making our proposed inspection fee $50.00. The fee is the
same amount for both initial inspections and re- inspections.
Current Fee
Proposed Fee
$35.00
$50.00
The fee resolution draft is attached as Exhibit 4.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
None
RECOMMENDATION
Recommend approval and forward the draft ordinance and fee resolution to the November 17,
2014 Council meeting.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Draft Ordinance (underline and strikeout)
2. Inspection Zone Map
3. Residential Rental Inspection Checklist
4. Draft Fee Resolution
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AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON; AMENDING
ORDINANCE 2281 §1, AS CODIFIED AT TUKWILA
MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 5.06, "RESIDENTIAL
RENTAL BUSINESS LICENSE AND INSPECTION
PROGRAM," IN VARIOUS SECTIONS RELATING TO
INSPECTIONS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY;
AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, on April 19, 2010, the City of Tukwila adopted Ordinance No. 2281
establishing a residential rental business license and inspection program to protect
occupants from substandard housing; and
WHEREAS, the City has been utilizing the residential rental business license and
inspection program over the past four years and desires to amend sections related to
the inspection checklist and inspector requirements for added efficiency;
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, HEREBY ORDAINS AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. TMC Section 5.06.020 Amended. Ordinance No. 2281 §1 (part), as
codified at Tukwila Municipal Code (TMC) Section 5.06.020, "Definitions," in
subparagraph 8, is hereby amended to read as follows:
8. "Inspection Certificate Checklist" means the document submitted to the City
as the result of an inspection conducted by an inspector which shows the true condition
of the unit. An Inspection Ccrtificate Checklist must be signed and dated by the
inspector.
Section 2. TMC Section 5.06.050 Amended. Ordinance No. 2281 §1 (part), as
codified at TMC Section 5.06.050, "Inspection Required," is hereby amended to read as
follows:
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5.06.050 Inspection Required
The owner must obtain an inspection of each rental unit and submit the inspection
results to the code official. Owners of complexes with 5 or more units are required to
utilize a non -City inspector who meets the qualifications defined herein and who is
preapproved by the City. The °Owners of rental properties with fewer than 5 units may
utilize a City inspector or a non -City inspector, as defined herein and shall indicate their
choice on the application form. The City shall provide the ilnspection criteria Checklist
to the owner with the application form. The code official shall issue a Certificate of
Compliance for rental units that comply with applicable laws based on a submitted
+Inspection certificate Checklist. If using a non -City inspector, the owner shall be
responsible for making the inspection arrangements with the non -City inspector.
Section 3. TMC Section 5.06.080 Amended. Ordinance No. 2281 §1 (part), as
codified at TMC Section 5.06 080, "Inspection Certificate," is hereby amended to read
as follows:
5.06.080 Inspection Certificate- Checklist
As a condition of the issuance of a residential rental business license, the owner
shall provide a completed Inspection Certificate Checklist signed by the inspector
showing the current condition of the rental unit. The code official shall issue a
Certificate of Compliance upon receipt of the inspection results indicating compliance
with the applicable laws pursuant to this chapter.
Section 4. TMC Section 5.06.090 Amended. Ordinance No. 2281 §1 (part), as
codified at TMC Section 5.06.090, "Deficiencies," is hereby amended to read as follows:
5.06.090 Deficiencies
Items to be inspected are weighted according to a point system established by the
City. Accrual of 25 points or more for deficiencies constitutes a failure of the inspection
and requires correction. The inspector shall provide the owner and the City written
notice of each deficiency disclosed by inspection. A Certificate of Compliance shall not
be issued until the Inspection Certificate Checklist indicates a score of less than 25
points. Repairs required to bring the unit into compliance are the responsibility of the
owner. Rental units shall be subject to re- inspections pursuant to TMC Section
5.06.110.
Section 5. TMC Section 5.06.100 Amended. Ordinance No. 2281 §1 (part), as
codified at TMC Section 5.06.100, "Violations," is hereby amended to read as follows:
5.06.100 Violations
If an inspection of a rental unit conducted pursuant to this chapter reveals
deficiencies of 25 points or more on the Inspection Certificate Checklist, the violation
must be cured within 30 days. If upon re- inspection, the unit reveals deficiencies of 25
points or more, the City's code official may seek any remedies permitted by law
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including, but not limited to, denial or revocation of a residential rental business license
for that unit pursuant to Title 5 of the Tukwila Municipal Code, and abatement
proceedings pursuant to Chapter 8.45 of the Tukwila Municipal Code. The City may
seek legal or equitable relief to enjoin any act or practice that constitutes or will
constitute a violation of any regulation under this chapter.
Section 6. TMC Section 5.06.110 Amended. Ordinance No. 2281 §1 (part), as
codified at TMC Section 5.06.110, "Re- inspections," is hereby amended to read as
follows:
5.06.110 Re- inspections
A rental unit that exhibits deficiencies of 25 points or more on the Inspection
Certificate Checklist shall be subject to a re- inspection and re- inspection fee as set forth
in the City's fee schedule adopted pursuant to this chapter.
Section 7. TMC Section 5.06.130 Amended. Ordinance No. 2281 §1 (part), as
codified at TMC Section 5.06.130, "Contents of Certificate of Compliance," is hereby
amended to read as follows:
5.06.130 Contents of Certificate of Compliance
Certificate of Compliance shall specify the date of issuance, the legal use and
occupancy of the rental unit, the rental unit address, the name of the owner to whom the
certificate is issued, the expiration date of the Certificate, and an indication the rental
unit complies with applicable laws as far as could be determined by inspection.
Section 8. TMC Section 5.06.140 Amended. Ordinance No. 2281 §1 (part), as
codified at TMC Section 5.06.140, "Certificate of Compliance Validity and Renewal," is
hereby amended to read as follows:
5.06.140 Certificate of Compliance Validity and Renewal
Certificates of Compliance expire on December 31st1 four years from the date of
issuance by the City. The owner shall submit a new Inspection Certificate Checklist
prior to the expiration of the current Certificate of Compliance. Failure to renew the
Certificate of Compliance every four years shall result in the non - issuance or revocation
of the rental business license for that unit. Rental properties that are registered and
continue to meet all the requirements of the City's Crime -Free Rental Housing Program,
or other City- administered program to certify rental properties as working proactively at
crime prevention, may extend their required rental inspection schedule to once every 8
years. If participation in such program is terminated due to failure to meet program
requirements or for any other reason, the rental inspection shall be due at the end of the
calendar year of the year of termination or 4 years from the last inspection, whichever is
later. Furthermore, if a property registered in the Crime -Free Rental Housing Program,
or any other City- administered program to certify rental properties as working
proactively at crime prevention, is the subject of 3 or more code violation complaints
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verified by the City in any 6 -month period for violations affecting the habitability of a
residential unit, the property will revert to a 4 -year inspection cycle.
Section 9. TMC Section 5.06.150 Amended. Ordinance No. 2281 §1 (part), as
codified at TMC Section 5.06.150, "Notice," is hereby amended to read as follows:
5.06.150 Notice
All notices issued pursuant to this chapter shall provide the address and phone
number where additional information concerning the inspection may be obtained.
Notice to the owner and occupants shall be mailed by first -class mail to the owner's last
known address as it appears in the records of the county assessor or other address
provided by the owner, and to the rental unit's occupants.
Section 10. Corrections by City Clerk or Code Reviser. Upon approval of the
City Attorney, the City Clerk and the code reviser are authorized to make necessary
corrections to this ordinance, including the correction of clerical errors; references to
other local, state or federal laws, codes, rules, or regulations; or ordinance numbering
and section /subsection numbering.
Section 11. Severability. If any section, subsection, paragraph, sentence, clause
or phrase of this ordinance or its application to any person or situation should be held to
be invalid or unconstitutional for any reason by a court of competent jurisdiction, such
invalidity or unconstitutionality shall not affect the validity or constitutionality of the
remaining portions of this ordinance or its application to any other person or situation.
Section 12. Effective Date. This ordinance or a summary thereof shall be
published in the official newspaper of the City, and shall take effect and be in full force
five days after passage and publication as provided by law.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, at
a Regular Meeting thereof this day of , 2014.
ATTEST /AUTHENTICATED:
Christy O'Flaherty, MMC, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM BY:
Rachel Turpin, City Attorney
Jim Haggerton, Mayor
Filed with the City Clerk:
Passed by the City Council:
Published:
Effective Date:
Ordinance Number:
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6300 Southcenter Boulevard, Tukwila, WA 98188
2013 RENTAL HOUSING LICENSING
PROGRAM: INSPECTION CHECKLIST
File #
Jim Haggerton, Mayor
Jack Pace, Director
PROPERTY OWNER INFORMATION
DWELLING TYPE: r Duplex
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RENTAL PROPERTY INFORMATION
Owner name:
Rental Address:
Condominium r Fourplex
Apartments wI 5 or more units
Mailing address:
Property Name:
Accessory Dwelling Unit
In this dwelling, number of:
Bedrooms - Bathrooms -
Unit Number:
UNIT DOES NOT PASS IF INSPECTION RESULTS INA TOTAL OF 25 OR MORE NON- COMPLIANCE POINTS
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303.2
Enclosure 60° high, with self - closing latch on gate
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Date of last public health inspection
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Total of Non-Compliance Points
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304.2
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Stairways, decks, porches, balconies in good repair
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Total of Non- Compliance Points
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COMPLIES
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Total of Non - Compliance Polnts
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1
1
305.4
Floor surface in good repair
C*
(
C
1
1
403.2
Bathroom and toilet room properly ventilated
( Openable window orfunctionalmechanical fan)
(•
(—
c
2
1
503.1
Door for privacy, in good repair, securely attached
(1
C°
i -
1
504.1
No visible mold, signs of moisture or leaks
(+
C
C'
3
5051
Hot and/or cold water to all fixtures
C+'
r
(
25
25
605.2
Has at least one electrical receptacle
(:
(
C
1
This is
Bathroom #
of
total
bathrooms in
dwelling unit (3)
Section H - BATHROOM
Total of Non - Compliance Points
Inc
BEDROOM
YES
6/
NIA
6/
NO
;,/
N -C
PIS
COMMENTS
305.3
Wall surface in good repair
(.
C.
(`
1
1
305.3
Windows and frames in good repair
(i
t l
r
1
1
305.4
Floor surface in good repair
(
(
C
1
1
305.6
Door, in good repair, securely attached
Door, in good repair, securely attached
(
C
1—
1
402.1
Minimum of 1 openable, approved -size window facing
(•
(—
c
1
1
403.1
directly to outdoors. (1)
direct' to outdoors. (1
504.1
No visible mold, signs of moisture or leaks
(+.
(
(—
3
602.3
602.5
Adequate source of heat (2)
(43
(
C
25
25
605.2
Two separate & remote electrical receptacle outlets
Two separate & remote electrical receptacle outlets
C.
C`
1
This is
Bedroom #
of
total
bedrooms in Size, in square feet
dwelling unit (3) (min. 70 sq ft per 404.4.1):
Section f - Bedroom
Total of Non- Compliance Points
1PMC
YES
✓
NIA
✓
I/ NO
✓
TS
PTS
COMMENTS
BEDROOM NO ADD'L
305.3
Wall surface in good repair
(+
t
r
1
305.3
Windows and frames in good repair
(+
C
C-
1
305.4
Floor surface in good repair
(1
is
(_.
1
305.6
Door, in good repair, securely attached
(
C
1—
1
402.1
Minimum of 1 openable, approved -size window facing
tii
c
r
1
403.1
direct' to outdoors. (1
504.1
No visible mold, signs of moisture or leaks
(11
602.3
602.5
Adequate source of heat (2)
('
("
C'
25
605.2
Two separate & remote electrical receptacle outlets
(i
( (
i
This is
Bedroom #
of
total
bedrooms in
dwelling unit (3)
S'ze, in square feet
(min, 70 sq f< per 404.4.7):
Section l - Bedroom
Total of Non-Compliance Points
NOTES: (7) Screens required on openings used for ventilation, Minimum total glazed area shall be at least 8% of floor area.
Openable area shall be at least 4% of floor area.
(2) Capable of maintaining 68°F temperature 3 feet above floor & 2 feet inward from center of exterior wall.
Space heaters not permitted as only source of heat Space heaters are not permitted as only source of heat.
(3) For additional rooms, attach supplementary inspection forms as necessary.
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ADDITIONAL BATHROOM AND BEDROOM CHECKLISTS
Check the 'No Additional" box on each extra checklist if not needed
CDMP iES WITH STANDARD?
IPMC
H BATHROOM
NO ADD'L
YES
✓
N/A
NO
N -C
PTS
404.4.3
Separate bathroom with toilet, sink, & tub or shower
305.3
Wall surface in good repair
305.3
Windows and frames in good repair
c
25
1
1
COMMENTS
upper main
305.4
Floor surface in good repair
1
403.2
Bathroom and toilet room properly ventilated
(Openable window or functional mechanical fan)
CO-
2
503.1
Door for privacy, in good repair, securely attached
1
504.1
No visible mold, signs of moisture or leaks
3
505.1.
Hot and/or cold water to all fixtures
25
605.2
Has at least one electrical receptacle
1
This is
Bathroom #
of
total
bathrooms in
dwelling unit (3)
Section H- BATHROOM
Toted Non - Compliance Points
IPMC
H BATHROOM 111 NO ADD'L
YES
,
NIA
✓
NO
y I
N.0
PTS
COMMENTS
404.4.3
Separate bathroom with toilet, sink, & tub or shower
(:
(
(
25
master bath
305.3
Wall surface in good repair
(
(
(
1
305.3
Windows and frames in good repair
*'
C
C
1
305.4
Floor surface in good repair
(
r
C
1
403 2
Bathroom and toilet room properly ventilated
(Openable window or functional mechanical fan)
(�
•
r
2
503.1
Door for privacy, in good repair, securely attached
(
f
C
1
504.1
No visible mold, signs of moisture or leaks
t
t�
(
3
505.1
Hot and/or cold water to all fixtures
%
C
C
25_
605.2
Has at least one electrical receptacle
t*
f
("
1
This is
Bathroom #
of
total
bathrooms in
dwelling unit (3)
Section H - BATHROOM
Total of Non-Compliance Points
IPMC
H BATHROOM NO ADD'L
■
YES
✓
NIA
v
NO
v
N-C
PTS
COMMENTS
404.4.3
Separate bathroom with toilet, sink, & tub or shower
(:
('
i
25
305.3
Wall surface in good repair
(
C
C
1
305.3
Windows and frames in good repair
R
C'
( '
1
305.4
Floor surface in good repair
t—
(
(
1
403.2
Bathroom and toilet room properly ventilated
(Openable window or functional mechanical fan)
("1:
2
503.1
Door for privacy, in good repair, securely attached
R
C-
('
1
504.1
No visible mold, signs of moisture or leaks _
R
C
C'
3
505.1
Hot and /or cold water to all fixtures
(
t
r
25
605.2
Has at least one electrical receptacle
(I
(r'
(
1
This is
Bathroom #
58
of
total
bathrooms in
dwelling unit (3)
Section H - BATHROOM
Total of Non - Compliance Points
COMPLIES WITH STANDARD?
IPMC
1
I BEDROOM NO ADD'L
YES
i/
NIA
✓
NO
✓
N -C
PTS
COMMENTS
305.3
Wall surface in good repair
(•
(
F
1
305,3
Windows and frames in goad repair
(�
(�,
C-
1
305.4
Floor surface in good repair
(
«
('
1
305.6
Door, in good repair, securely attached
Co-;
«
r
1
402.1
Minimum of 1 openable, approved -size window facing
;
(
1
403.1
directly to outdoors. (7)
504.1
No visible mold, signs of moisture or leaks
is
(
I" '
3
602.5
602.5
Adequate source of heat
q ( 2 )
'
`
C
25
605.2
Two separate & remote electrical receptacle outlets
(•
is
(r'
1
This is
Bedroom #
of
total
bedrooms in
dwelling unit (3)
S "ze, in square feet
(min. 70 sq ft per 404.4.7):
Section I - Bedroom
Total of Non-Compliance Points
IPMC
BEDROOM ■ NO ADD`L
YES
✓
NIA
✓
NO
i/
N -C
PTS
COMMENTS
305.3
Wall surface in good repair
.
(
F
1
305.3
Windows and frames in good repair
f*
('
(.�
1
305.4
Floor surface in good repair
(
(
('
1
305.6
Door, in good repair, securely attached
(:
(---
r
1
402.1
Minimum of 1 openable, approved -size window facing
(it-
t---
(
1
403.1
directly to outdoors. (l)
504.1
No visible mold, signs of moisture or leaks
(
C
t
3
642.3
Adequate source of heat (2)
t!
('
C
25
602.5
605.2
Two separate & remote electrical receptacle outlets
(
C
t"
1
This is
Bedroom #
of
total
bedrooms in Size, in square feet
dwelling unit (3) (min 70 Si? ft per404.4.7):l
Section l - Bedroom
Total of Non- Compliance Points
1PMC
I BEDROOM ■ NO ADD'L
YES
v
N(A
✓
NO
✓
N -C
PTS
COMMENTS
305.3
Wall surface in good repair
1
('
r
1
305.3
Windows and frames in good repair
t—
1
305.4
Floor surface in goad repair
'
{-
(
1
305.6
Door, in good repair, securely attached
(
(' .
('
1
402.1
Minimum of 1 openable, approved -size window facing
(it-
(
[�
1
403.1
directly to outdoors. (7)
504.1
No visible mold, signs of moisture or leaks
(
(
1'
3
602`3
Adequate source of heat (2)
(`
(
(
25
602.5
605.2
Two separate & remote electrical receptacle outlets
(•
("
C
1
This is
Bedroom #
of
total
bedrooms in
dwelling unit (3)
S"ze, in square feet!
(min. 70 sq ft per 404.4. 7)1
INSPECTOR COMMENTS:
Inspection date:
inspector's signature:
Landlord/owner signature:
Inspector's name (print).:
Section I - Bedroom
Total of Non-Compliance Points
]• INSPECTION SCORE:
Total non - compliance points
(25+ points = inspection failure)
City will issue Certificate of Compliance" for units
accruing less than 75 points. Units accruing 25 points
or more constitute a failure. Landlord has 30 days
to correct deficiencies and obtain re- inspection
A unit must pass inspection in order to receive
Certificate of Compliance and Residential Rental
Housing Business License and be considered lit
for occupancy. Certificates of Compliance are valid
for four calendar years from date ofinspection.
Properties must be reinspected prior to expiration.
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COM
LIES WITH STANDARD?
IPMC
J UNIT/STUDIO APARTMENT
YES
y/"
NIA
y/
v v
PTS
5
COMMENTS
305.3
Wall surface in good repair
(i
i'
C
1
305.3
Windows and frames in good rep air
t!
(
C
1
305.4
Floor surface in good repair
Ca;
C
C"
1
402.1
403.1
Minimum of 1 openable, approved size window facing
directly to outdoors. (1)
t
('
C
1
404.6.2
Kitchen sink, cooking stove, refrigerator, counter space
((.
C
C.
25
404.6.3
Separate bathroom with toilet, sink, and tub or shower
(;
(_.
("
25
504.1
No visible mold, signs of moisture or leaks
(
C
C
3
505.4
Water heater correctly installed
( ■
(t
C
3
602.3
602.5
Adequate source of heat (2)
G
C
C
25
605.2
Two separate & remote electrical receptacle outlets
%
f
Size, in square feet: (Min. size. 220 sq ft for 2 occupants,
320 sq fr for 3 occupants 3 occupants max., per 404.6)
Section J - EFFICIENCY UNITISTUQIO APT
Total of Non- Compliance Points
IPMC
K OTHER
YES
✓
N/A
✓
NO
✓
N -C
PTS
COMMENTS
402.2
LIGHTING FIXTURES REQUIRED: Public hall
t:
C
(•
1
402.2
Interior stairway
((
in
C
1
402.3
_
Toilet room
f+
C
C"
1
402.3
Kitchen
R
('
C
1
402.3
Bathroom
(+
C
(
1
402.3
Laundry room
Es-
c
('.
1
404.1
Dwelling provides privacy /separated from adjoining
units
*
I
(
25
504.3
No plumbing system hazards found
(�
(
C
25
603.1
Mechanical equipment properly installed & maintained
G
(
(
25
603.5
Combustion air supply is adequate for fuel- burning
equip
%
25
604.1
Unit has electrical service provided by utility
(
(`-
(.,
25
604.3
No electrical system hazards found
(:
C
25
eclion K -
Total of Non - Compliance Points
IPMC
L MEANS OF EGRESS; FIRE PROTECTION
YES
v
N/A
v
NO
✓
N -C
PTS
COMMENTS
702.1
Safe, continuous, unobstructed path of travel
(1
4~
(
25
702.3
702A
Doors, bars, grilles, grates over emergency escape
openings are readily operable from inside,
without keys or special knowledge
61
in
(
25
702.4
Adequate emergency egress from all habitable spaces
f+
c-
I.
25
703.2
Fire doors not blocked, obstructed or inoperable
�
(
t .
25
704.2.1
SMOKE DETECTORS REQUIRED: on each story
(s
C
t�
25
704.2.2
Inside each bedroom
(
[_
`
25
704.2.3
On ceiling or wall outside of each steeping area
*
i '
+
25
RCW
19.27.530
CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS REQUIRED (on
each story, in immediate vicinity of each sleeping area)
(ii
-
(--
25
Section L - MEANS OF EGRESS;
Total orNon- Compliance Points
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DRAFT
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, ADOPTING A RESIDENTIAL
RENTAL BUSINESS LICENSE AND INSPECTION PROGRAM
FEE SCHEDULE; AND REPEALING RESOLUTION NO. 1710.
WHEREAS, the City has adopted a Residential Rental Business License and
Inspection Program, pursuant to Tukwila Municipal Code Chapter 5.06; and
WHEREAS, the City is authorized to impose fees for services rendered; and
WHEREAS, the fees for this program have not increased for five years; and
WHEREAS, the cost of living for the past five years has increased approximately
two percent per year and, based on the cost of living increases, the costs to administer
the program have increased correspondingly;
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, HEREBY RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Residential Rental Business License and Inspection Program fees will
be charged according to the following schedule:
RESIDENTIAL RENTAL BUSINESS LICENSE AND INSPECTION FEES
DESCRIPTION
FEE
Annual Residential Rental Business License:
Property with five or more units
$100.00
$175.00
Property with one, two, three or four units
$50.00-
$60.00
Inspection fee per unit (City inspector)
$-3.5
$50.00
-09-
Re- inspection fee per unit (City inspector)
$35-0.0-
$50.00
Hearing Examiner appeal fee
$300.00
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Section 2. Repealer. Resolution No. 1710 is hereby repealed.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON,
at a Regular Meeting thereof this day of , 2014.
ATTEST /AUTHENTICATED:
Christy O'Flaherty, MMC, City Clerk De'Sean Quinn, Council President
APPROVED AS TO FORM BY:
Filed with the City Clerk:
Passed by the City Council:
Resolution Number:
Rachel Turpin, City Attorney
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City of Tukwila
Community Affairs and Parks Committee
COMMUNITY AFFAIRS AND PARKS COMMITTEE - Meeting Minutes
October 14, 2014 — 5:30 p.m. — Hazelnut Conference Room
PRESENT
Councilmembers: Joe Duffie, Chair; Dennis Robertson, Verna Seal
Staff: Frank Iriarte, Kathy Stetson, Jack Pace, Chris Partman, Dave Johnson,
Laurel Humphrey
CALL TO ORDER: Committee Chair Duffle called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
I. PRESENTATIONS
II. BUSINESS AGENDA
A. Misc: Recap of September 27, 2014 "`Clean and Green" Event
Staff provided the Committee with an update on the results of the Tukwila Community Cleanup
Event held on September 27, 2014. Simultaneous events were held at the Saars Super Saver
Foods Store and at the Tukwila Community Center. Over 23 tons of electronic waste, scrap metal,
appliances, furniture and yard waste were legally and safely disposed as a result of the event.
The City will continue to host this event in future years incorporating improvements based upon
lessons learned. A companion curbside collection event is planned for the spring or summer.
Committee Chair Duffle noted that property owners not in compliance with City code would benefit
by participation in these City - sponsored events. Committee and staff discussed targeted outreach
opportunities, such as a direct mailing to include a hypothetical case study of costs associated
with abatement and liens. Councilmember Seal asked if there were options other then tax liens
that could result from a judgement during the abatement process. Staff is currently undergoing a
process review and will seek a legal opinion. The Committee briefly discussed the topic of
mandatory garbage collection, and staff reminded members that a discount associated with
implementing this program will expire in 2015. INFORMATION ONLY.
B. Ordinance and Resolution: Residential Rental Licensing and Inspection Program
Staff is seeking Council approval of an ordinance that would amend Tukwila Municipal Code
Chapter 5.06 to include the following:
• Rename "Inspection Certificate" to "Inspection Checklist" to avoid confusion with the
Certificate of Compliance that is issued upon satisfactory completion of inspection.
• Delete "the legal use and occupancy of the rental unit" as a required elements on the
Certificate of Compliance.
• Delete the phrase and to the rental unit's occupants'' as a party to receive notifications..
State law requires landlords to provide tenants with 48 hours' notice of intention to enter the
unit and inspection reports are available as public records.
• Add a requirement for properties with five or more units to use approved non -City inspectors.
This will free up staff time and the inspection requirements are the same. Properties with
fewer than 5 units will still have the option to use a City or non -City inspector.
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• Extend the timeline for future required inspections from four to eight years if the property is
a member in good standing of the Crime -Free Rental Housing program operated by the
Police Department.
Staff is also seeking Council approval of a resolution that would update the Residential Rental
Business License and Inspection Fee schedule as follows:
Description
Fee
Annual Residential Rental Business
License
Property with five or more units
$100.00 $175.00
Property with one, two, three or four
units
$50, 00$60.00
Inspection fee per unit (City inspector)
$-O0 $50.00
Re- inspection fee per unit (City inspector)
$35 OA $50.00
Hearing Examiner appeal fee
$300.00
Committee members were generally supportive of the proposed program amendments but
requested that a provision be added that properties that are in compliance with the Crime -Free
Rental Housing program yet still receive complaints be added back to a four year inspection cycle.
Staff will propose an appropriate number of complaints to trigger this for the Committee of the
Whole discussion. UNANIMOUS APPROVAL WITH REQUESTED AMENDMENT. FORWARD
TO NOVEMBER 10, 2014 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE.
C. Update on Duwamish Hill Preserve Phase Ii
Staff presented the Committee with an update on the progress of the design of Phase II of the
Duwamish Hill Preserve. The project is currently in the Design Development phase as shown on
the project design schedule, and staff distributed an updated concept design from SvR Design
Company. It is expected that construction bidding will open in February or March 2015, with
project completion in June 2015. INFORMATION ONLY.
III. MISCELLANEOUS
Councilmember Robertson informed the Committee that the draft ordinance to update the animal control
code is nearly ready for review. He reminded the Committee that an ordinance to update restrictions on
commercial vehicle parking in residential areas is also being planned.
Meeting adjourned at 6:22 p.m
Next- eating: Tuesday, October 28, 2014, 5:30 p.m.
Committee Chair Approval
Minutes by LH
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