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Please see the letter attached regarding item 7a on tomorrow's agenda.
Thank you.
Sincerely,
Jocelyn Brennan
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April 1, 2024
San Luis Obispo City Council
Via Email
Item: 7a
Dear San Luis Obispo City Council,
I am writing to you on behalf of the San Luis Obispo Coastal Association of Realtors to
express our appreciation for the considerations outlined in the recent staff report regarding
point-of-sale sewer lateral inspection and low flow fixtures. We commend the council's
efforts to address these important matters, and we would like to offer some insights and
considerations for your review.
We support the proposal to allow home inspectors to verify the use of low flow fixtures to
meet compliance with the program requirement. This streamlines the inspection process
and eliminates the need to bring in additional trades, saving both time and costs for
homeowners.
The proposed elimination of the requirement for common interest developments with
owned systems by January 1, 2030, is also met with appreciation from our association. This
adjustment will provide relief to many associations and is a welcomed decision.
We appreciate the consideration of increasing rebate amounts for private sewer laterals to
keep pace with escalating costs. Any incentive to assist property owners and developers in
meeting compliance requirements is beneficial, and we look forward to further discussions
on this matter during budget hearings.
We encourage the council to explore avenues to support the development community in
reducing costs and expediting project timelines. The potential requirement to replace
numerous private sewer laterals in large developments poses a significant challenge, and
discussions around "in-lieu" fees could provide alternative solutions to mitigate these
burdens.
We commend the San Luis Obispo City Council for its proactive approach to addressing
crucial issues related to the sewer lateral inspection and low flow fixtures program.
Lastly, the restriction on the use of potable water for irrigation of non-functional turf,
effective January 1, 2029, raises some concerns regarding awareness among HOAs,
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common interest developments, and community service organizations. We urge the council
to consider implementing outreach and education programs to ensure that all relevant
parties are informed of this requirement well in advance.
Thank you for your attention to these matters, and we remain available to provide any further
assistance or information as needed.
Sincerely,
Jocelyn Brennan
Government Affairs Director
San Luis Obispo Coastal Association of Realtors