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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPCD 2022-03-07 Item 1C - Update - Rental Housing ProgramCity of Tukwila Allan Ekberg, Mayor INFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUM TO: Planning and Community Development Committee FROM: Nora Gierloff, Community Development BY: Joseph Mose, Code Enforcement Officer CC: Mayor Ekberg DATE: March 1, 2022 SUBJECT: Rental Housing Program Update ISSUE Review the Rental Housing Program current activity to better understand ongoing issues. BACKGROUND The Tukwila Code Enforcement team works to support a safe, inviting, and healthy environment for residents, businesses, and visitors by enforcing the parts of the Tukwila Municipal Code that relate to conditions on private property. Compliance is typically reached through promoting public awareness, communication, and collaboration. In difficult cases monetary penalties and or legal action may be required. In addition to general code enforcement, the team is also responsible for managing and administering the Residential Rental Business License and Inspection Program. The City established the Program in 2010 to protect the public health, safety, and welfare by ensuring the proper maintenance of rental housing. It does this by identifying and requiring correction of substandard housing conditions and by preventing conditions of deterioration and blight that could adversely impact the quality of life in the City of Tukwila. In 2020 the Council adopted a resolution waiving rental license and inspection late fees due to the covid pandemic. DISCUSSION Briefing on current Code Enforcement activity: Tukwila Municipal Code Chapter 8.45 establishes a system to enforce the development, land use, and public health regulations of the City. The Code Enforcement team utilizes established standard operating procedures to identify, track, and resolve violations. Attachment A illustrates these procedures. As of February 28, 2022, code enforcement has 31 open enforcement cases related to rental housing, most of the cases are for overdue rental licenses and/or inspections. Briefing on the Rental Housing Business Licensing and Inspection Program: Tukwila Municipal Code Chapter 5.06 establishes regulations pertaining to rental housing licensing and inspection. Residential rental properties are required to obtain an annual rental business license. As of February 28, 2022, the Rental Housing Program has 4,256 registered rental units and 556 active rental licenses (one license per property). All program late fees for 2020 and for 2021 (through September 30, 2021) were waived in response to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. As of February 28, 2022, 266 properties have yet to renew their 2022 rental licenses. Late fees begin March 1 at a rate of $10 per month until the license is renewed. 17 INFORMATIONAL MEMO Page 2 Some of the most common maintenance items that we find during inspections are mechanical equipment improperly installed and maintained (water heater), plumbing system hazards found (water leaks) and missing or inoperable carbon monoxide or smoke detector(s). Examples of improvements from the Rental Inspection Program can be found in Attachment C. Rental Inspections and Deadline Extension In addition to annual licensing, all rental housing units in the city must pass an inspection every 4 years. Properties with up to 4 units may use a city inspector while all larger properties must use a private inspector who meets specific qualifications. The city may also inspect units in response to complaints and audit inspections submitted by private inspectors when inspection reports are in question. During the first inspection cycle in 2010-2014 we had many more units fail than we do now after several rounds of inspections. In 2019, the city conducted 133 inspections, 52% passed; In 2020, we've conducted 29 inspections, 72% passed; in 2021, the city conducted 15 inspections, 53% passed. This shows that the program has been effective in improving housing quality in the City. With the pandemic hopefully ending we look forward to bringing many rentals into compliance. Rental inspections performed by a city inspector were paused due to the pandemic. In March, with the reopening of city services to the public, the Rental Housing Program will begin scheduling rental inspections again. In response to the ongoing pandemic and social distancing requirements, staff has also developed a virtual rental inspection beta program to address inspection needs. (See Attachment B). 381 rental units are due for their next inspection this year and 937 units are due in 2023. Due to the pandemic nearly all property owners postponed their inspections. In response to the large backlog of inspections that was created, staff proposed, and the Council granted a 2 -year extension to all inspection deadlines. Extending all inspection deadlines eliminated the backlog and has allowed staff to focus on the properties that were the most overdue without an extension. FINANCIAL IMPACT The Residential Rental License and Inspection Program YTD revenue for 2022 is $17,577; 2021 was $51,805; 2020 revenue was $55,123; and 2019 revenue was $52,313. With a return of inspections, hopefully in March, revenue should increase in 2022. RECOMMENDATION Information and discussion only. ATTACHMENTS Attachment A. Code Enforcement Flowchart Attachment B. Virtual Rental Inspection Instructions Attachment C. Before and After Inspection Photos 18 TUKWILA Department of Community Development CODE ENFORCEMENT- FLOWCHART CITY OF TUKWILA www.TuktwilaWA.gov Notice of lat & Order J spection spection 1 r Notice o As ent 20 CITY OF Residential Rental Business TU KVV I LA Licensing Program A Basic Guide to Virtual Rental Inspections *Pease note illustrations are not to scale or to coc e.21 Virtual inspections require a handheld device such as a smart phone or tablet and a reliable internet connection. Ensure device is fully charged 22 Becin video inspection outside at the front of the rental unit. Be sure the house number can be seen. .f: .,1. • AP me Walk around the outside of the rental unit. The inspector needs to see the yards and the exterior of the whole structure. Once completed co inside the rental unit 23 Once inside, the inspector will need to see each room. Vove around each room showing the inspector the walls, windows, window sills, ceiling, electrical outlets, and the floor. rale The inspector is looking for sic and other hazards. ns of mold, water damac 24 e, The inspector will also need to see all smoke detectors a n d carbon monoxide detectors. Be prepared to test each of the detectors as well. Press the test button on each smoke detector and each carbon monoxide detector. Please note that a functional smoke detector is required in each bedroom and on each story, immediately outside each sleepinc area. Carbon monoxide detectors are required on each story, immediately outside each sleepinc area. Bedroom Hall • Bedroom Livinc Room • irl Dining Room Basement -1C, 411 = smoke detector = carbon monoxide detector 25 Durinc the inspection of the kitchen and bathrooms turn each faucet on so that the inspector can see there is runninc water. The inspector will also need to see under the sinks to ensure there are no leaks in the pipes 26 The inspector will also need to see the water heater, the circuit breaker box, and the washer and dryer. The inspector is checking for proper installation and potential safety hazards. 27 At the end of the inspection the inspector will let you know if the inspection passed or failed and you will be informed of any corrections that may be required. Within a week or two you will get a copy of the inspection report If you have questions, comments, or concerns regarding your virtual rental inspection please contact the Rental Housinc Procram by email at RentalHousing@Tukwilawa.cov or by phone at 206-431-2164. Thank you for being a meaningful part of our community and for doing your part to maintain safe healthy housing in Tukwila. 28 File: RENT21-0024 Address: 1#### 35th Ave S 2PX Violation/ Deficiency: Missing or inoperable smoke alarm Date Inspected: November 12, 2021 History of Inspection: 1. On November 12, 2021, the listed property was inspected by the City and found an inoperable smoke alarm, in which is an immediate failed inspection. 2. On November 15, 2021, the tenant was able fix the smoke alarm with new batteries and sending a video clip testing the smoke alarm being functional. 3. After all deficiencies have been corrected, on November 15, 2021, an issued Certificate of Compliance and copy of the Rental Inspection Sheet is sent to the Owner of the property. November 12, 2021, November 15, 2021, *Note: A video clip has been sent by the tenant, showing proof of the smoke alarm being functional and installed correctly. 29 30 Department of Community Development Rental Housing Program Presentation Overview • Background • Rental Housing Team • Rental Housing Inspection Procedures • Tukwila Rental Highlights • Questions Background • The City established the Residential Rental Business License and Inspection Program in 2010. • Protect the public health, safety and welfare by ensuring the proper maintenance of such housing, by identifying and requiring correction of substandard housing conditions, and by preventing conditions of deterioration and blight that could adversely impact the quality of life in the City of Tukwila. • Tukwila Municipal Code Chapter 5.06 establishes regulations pertaining to rental housing license and inspection. Rental Housing Team Rental Housing Program Admin Department of Community Development Work Phone: 206-431-3674 Work Email: Lori.Solberg@TukwilaWA.gov forcement Officer/Rental House Inspector Department of Community Development Work Phone: 206-431-2164 Work Email: Kia.Velarde@TukwilaWA.gov ode Enforcement Officer/Rental House Inspector Department of Community Development Work Phone: 206-698-2575 IIII Work Email: Joseph.Mose@TukwilaWA.gov mi Rental Housing Inspection Procedures • Residential rental properties are required to obtain an annual rental business license. • All rental housing units in the City must pass an inspection every 4 years. • Properties with up to 4 units may use a City inspector while all larger properties must use a private inspector who meets specific qualifications. 1 Nr•JaI Nnu4na I I.diner Ibm.md n�an,ry.mrra CITY OF TUKWI�LA Step 1. 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P.n.s UlnirR G6]] mperty Name: SUNWOOD CONDOMINIUM Bedrwrm: Rental Housing Program - Inspection Report and Checklist UNIT COE5 NOT 20.50 iF INSPECTION RESULTS EQUAL 25 POINTS OR MORE Dwelling Type Single-family r romper Zanz 4x Condominium r Apartment WS. wits Dupl. rPorgoery Dwelling Unit $:1 "Tnpl® stud:HO -ademy unit FILE ,11- 111111111.11111. m:lr tion Re�rle FML Final Inspection Score 25 QTY OF TUKWILA OFFICIAL RENTAL INSPECTION REPORT /��fp�@�pJ�� —�a�� oar arixsre-nax_ 11(10/2021 a cevrw.P.mot IO5EPH MOSE nneecroem.+wr q y © � v xormrmaxrsnuivra_ YES vamx mew 12/24/2021 POST INSPECTION COMMENTS f REQUIRED CORRECTIVE ACTIONS RENTAL INSPECTION FAILED. MAKE CORRECTIONS AND SCHEDULE REINSPECTION WITHIN 39 OATS. REQUIRED CORRECTIONS: MISSING 2 SMOKE DETECTORS IN 5011 BEDROOMS ANO 1 INOPERABLE SMOKE DETECTOR IN THE HALLWAY. SEE OTHER PAGES FOR ADDITIONAL INSPECTION NOTES Plumbing system haaards. found -M... Mechanical equipment improperly installed and maintained -!72 s Combustion air supply is inadequate far fuel burning equipment --gr.... • Ong does NOT have electrical service provided by utility-., &4± Electrials5sbem hazards found -...#car. Other hnaards found -harms Fire doors are blocked, obstructed, or inoperable -.,"gems Inadequate emerges oegress from one or more habitable spaces-ma-ma Doors, ha, grilles, grates over emergency soaps openings are NOT readily dly operable from inside, sy0Urout keys or special knnwfedge-e..x.mam.. Missing/inoperable Smoke detectur{.sb Detectors required for each stay, each bedroom; immediately outsidevs each sleeping area -.",510 Missing or inoperable Carbon monoxide detertor(sl: Detectors required for each story; Immediately outside each sleeping area-,.... One or mare bedroom under 70 sq ft-ex,...r ,s 1G _ SMOKE DETECT INOPERABLE Tukwila Rental Highlights RENTAL HOUSING PROGRAM OVERVIEW LAST ul'un1LD 2/21J/2U22 T 556 RENTAL LICENSES 4,262 Rental LJnits 381 UNITS PENDING INSPECTION 266 LICENSES W/BALANCE DUE Rental Fees Owed $30,449 RENTAL UNITS BY DWELLING TYPE 4k 1 2k O 1k INN o i .17 DWELLING TYPE 2022 (YTD) $17,577 FEES PAID 2021 $51,805 FEES PAID RENTAL LICENSES BY STATUS ,.....4.'' ti X44 Rm° 4 h4. 4`0 ,e 4P :, Oa WV 4, P `mow ,� X4,2 O /{' LICENSE STATUS 2020 $55,123 FEES PAID 2019 $52,313 FEES PAID PROGRAM REVENUE BYYEAR SSSI& i � 530k S20 5104 00 2022 2021 2020 2019 YEAR • INSPECTION FEES • LATE IN.5PEC1I00 FEE • LICENSE FEES • PrNaI,TV RENEWAL LATE FEES Rental Housing Programs Questions?