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Home My WebLink About02-16-2017 - CodronCOUNCIL MEETING: ;2 - (A -- ITEM NO.:.P Council Memorandum OC) February 15, 2017 TO: Mayor and Council FROM: Michael Codron, Community Development Director VIA: Katie Lichtig, City Manager R EC _._ FEB 15 2017 SLO CITY CLERK SUBJECT: Fact Sheet for Rental Housing Inspection Program Special Meeting ENOL: Fact Sheet Attached is a Rental Housing Inspection Program Fact Sheet that will be available for participants at the special meeting scheduled for Thursday, February 16. Included in the Fact Sheet are frequently asked questions, statistics related to registrations and inspections, and the inspection checklist with consolidated inspection results. Rental Housing Inspection Program Fact Sheet Registration: What is a Residential Rental Dwelling Unit? Any single-family dwelling, duplex, or second dwelling unit that is rented, leased or otherwise used for residential rental purposes. Who is responsible for registering the property? The property owner is responsible for completing the registration form. On that form there is an option to designate a local authorized agent. What if I neglect to comply and/or fail to pay fees? If a property owner fails to register their property, the property can be registered and an invoice will be sent for any fees and delinquency charge. What are the costs to the property owner? There is an annual registration/program administration fee of $65, and an inspection fee of $185 due once every 3 years. The total fees per unit over the 3 -year cycle is $380. Inspections: How often are the inspections performed and is there a fee? Each unit is required to be inspected once every three years. Inspection Fee is $185 which covers 1st inspection and 1 re -inspection. Any additional re -inspections in the same year are $65 per additional inspection. I can't make the date of Inspection, can I re -schedule? Yes, you can reschedule once without incurring any new fees. Will older rental dwelling units be forced to comply with today's current codes? Permitted construction must comply with the code standards in effect at the time the unit was constructed or altered with a valid permit. Unpermitted construction must comply with current codes adopted at the City. What happens if violations are noted during the inspection? A copy of the Inspection Checklist will be emailed to the property owner and/or property manager listing any deficiencies and a timeframe by when the items are to be corrected. The time allowed will be adjusted based on the complexity of the violation. A property who receives a notice to correct deficiencies can request a director's determination in accordance with San Luis Obispo Municipal Code section 1.24. What if the violations aren't corrected within the time period provided? If the property owner is actively working to correct the violation an extension may be given. Actively working is defined as plans submitted for review by Planning or Building and Safety. However, if no progress is being made, a code enforcement case will be opened for the property. In this case, special investigation fees and administrative citation(s) may be assessed for violations not corrected. Major City Goals FY 2003-2005 Neighborhood Wellness — Improve the neighborhoods and neighborhood involvement by continuing to implement the neighborhood wellness program, including consideration of a rental inspection ordinance. FY 2005 — 2007 Neighborhood Services — Continue neighborhood services programs and move forward with Neighborhood Wellness/Community Participation Plan. FY 2007 — 2009 Neighborhood Wellness — Increase building and zoning code enforcement to promote neighborhood wellness and community appearance. FY 2011 — 2013 Neighborhood Wellness — Embrace and implement pro -active code enforcement and Neighborhood Wellness Policies. FY 2013 — 2015 Neighborhood Wellness — Continue and enhance neighborhood wellness initiatives — continue to support proactive code enforcement, pursue a residential rental inspection program; improve street cleanliness; increase public safety enforcement, and support neighborhood -led initiatives. FY 2015 — 2017 Neighborhood Wellness — Improve neighborhood wellness, work with residents, Cuesta, and Cal Poly; increase public safety, code compliance, and collaborative solutions. Total Registrations as of 1/31/2017 ■ Registered ■ Exemptions ■ Not Registered Registrations Total to 1/31/17 Forecasted at Adoption for FYI 6-17 # of units registered 3329(76%) 3255 # of units filed for exemption 793(15%) # of suspected units not registered 1029(23%) Total Inspections as of 1/31/2017 1000 900 800 700 341 600 500 400 2 300 200 100 0 ■ Total Inspection ■ No corrections needed a Corrections Completed ■ Corrections Outstanding Inspections Total to 1/31/17 Forecasted at Adoption for FY 16-17 # of units inspected 915 1754 # of units passed on first inspection 152(16%) # of units passed on second inspection 422(46%) 794 # of units with corrections not yet completed 341(37%) # of no shows 51 5% # of code cases created 4 # of properties with illegal construction 94(10%) # of units where tenants refused inspection 158(14%) Rental Housing Inspection Program Inspection Checklist [Part 1- Exterior Corrections Identified as of 12/31/16 _ Premises - no abandoned or inoperable vehicles, overgrown 63 (7%) vegetation, infestation of insects or vermin, discarded household items, trash debris or any graffiti. Premise identification installed on building. .... ........ 46(5%) Exterior Walls - no peeling paint, holes, missing sections or deterioration. Vent Screens - no missing or damaged crawl space, attic or 77(9%) foundation vent screens. _ Stairway/Landing/ Guardrails/Handrails - well secured, not 25(3%) deteriorated. Handrails provided for 4 steps or more. Roof and Ceilings - without any leaks 16 (20/6) 24(3%) Exterior Lighting - functions and have proper covers, no exposed wiring. 188(22%) Electrical Panel -all breakers/fuses are labeled and there is no exposed wiring. - Is used for its permitted purpose. 46(5%) -Garage Entry Doors - all doors and door jambs have strike plates that are 16(2%) secure. entry doors open and close easily and able to be unlocked without a key from interior; weather sealed. ..... 31(4%) Part II: Interior Windows - windows can be opened and closed easily, lock and have no missing or broken glazing. Bedrooms have escape/rescue windows and are not blocked. Any security bars/screens can be released from the interior. Heaters - are permanently installed and properly functioning. Able 17(2%) to heat room to 68° Kitchen Counters and Sink Surfaces -No significant cracked or 12(1%) missingpieces. Floor/Subfloor - Not defective or deteriorating to cause a trip 17(2%) hazard. Free from signs of buckling or sagging. Plumbing/Piping -without leaks or clogs, no missing handles or j 70(8%) spouts. Hot water required in the kitchen and bathrooms. Water Heaters - installed in approved location, have seismic 234(27%) strapping, operable relief valve & drain line. Minimum 120 water temperature Bathroom Ventilation - operable window or exhaust fan. 9(1%) Smoke Detectors - working, and located in each bedroom, in 266(31%) hallways leading to bedrooms and on each level of unit. Carbon Monoxide Detectors - located outside each sleeping 237(28%) area & on each level of unit (includin basements). Electrical - general outlets, lights, switches and cover plates are 280(33%) instaiied propeny wnn no exposed wiring. GFU required locations: bathrooms, kitchen counters, exterior of the building and in garages. Only required where outlets have been upgraded. j