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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be
held by the City Council of Iowa City, Iowa, at
which time the Council will consider:
An ordinance amending Title 14, Zoning
Code, to improve housing choice, increase
housing supply, and encourage housing
affordability by adjusting standards for
Accessory Apartments (REZ23-0001)
Said public hearing will be held at 6:00 p.m. on the
61h of November 2023, in Emma J. Harvat Hall at
City Hall, 410 E. Washington St., in said city, or if
said meeting is cancelled, at the next meeting of
the City Council thereafter as posted by the City
Clerk.
Copies of proposed ordinances and resolutions
are on file for public examination in the office of the
City Clerk, City Hall, Iowa City, Iowa. Persons
wishing to make their views known for Council
consideration are encouraged to appear at the
above -mentioned time and place. Copies may
also be made available by telephoning the City
Clerk at 319-356-5043 or emailing kgrace@iowa-
city.org
Kirk Lehmann, Associate Planner
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Ordinance No.
Page 1
Prepared by: Kirk Lehmann, Associate Planner, 410 E Washington St, Iowa City, IA 52240 (REZ23-0001)
Ordinance No.
Ordinance amending Title 14, Zoning Code, to improve housing choice,
increase housing supply, and encourage housing affordability by adjusting
standards for Accessory Apartments. (REZ23-0001)
Whereas, the City first adopted an Affordable Housing Action Plan in 2016; and
Whereas, the Action Plan recommended considering regulatory changes to the Zoning Code,
including permitting more building types by right; and
Whereas, City Council adopted a Fair Housing Choice Study in 2019 (Resolution 19-225) after
disseminating information, soliciting public input, and holding a public meeting on its analysis,
identified impediments, and recommendations; and
Whereas, the Study recommended exploring ways to increase the density and types.Qf housing
allowed especially in low density, single-family residential zones; and
Whereas, City Council adopted an updated Affordable Housing Action Pl8n +in 1022 after
reviewing new data and engaging the community to build off efforts in support of ai edable�hou ittg;
and
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Whereas, the 2022 Action Plan recommended increasing number and/or typ'"fdwiling uca
allowed by right in single-family residential zones, including Accessory Dwelling Units; Wd
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Whereas, City Council further drew upon previous analysis and community engagement to
establish priorities in its FY23-FY28 Strategic Plan (Resolution 22-304), which includes advancing
prioritized recommendations from the 2022 Affordable Housing Action Plan; and
Whereas, the Iowa City Comprehensive Plan encourages a mix of housing types within each
neighborhood to provide options for households of all types and people of all incomes and promotes
identifying and supporting infill development opportunities in areas where services and
infrastructure are already in place; and
Whereas, the City's zoning code implements the vision of the Comprehensive Plan, as well as
the adopted policy direction, adopted actions, and recommendations of the Fair Housing Choice
Study, Affordable Housing Action Plan, and Iowa City Strategic Plan; and
Whereas, the proposed amendments provide flexibility to Accessory Dwelling Unit standards
to enhance the supply of housing; and
Whereas, the Planning and Zoning Commission reviewed the zoning code amendments set
forth below and recommended approval by a vote of 4-3 at its meeting on October 4, 2023.
Now, therefore, be it ordained by the City Council of the City of Iowa City, Iowa:
Section I. Amendments. The Code of Ordinances of the City of Iowa City, Iowa is hereby
amended as follows:
Ordinance No.
Page 3
2. Ownership And Occupancy:
a. The owner of the property on which an ADU aGGessoFy apartmeR is located
must occupy at least one of the dwelling units on the premises as the permanent legal
resident.
b. The ADU aGGessery apaFtmeR and the principal dwel4+eg use must be under the
same ownership.
c. The lot shall contain no more than two (2) dwelling units as a principle use and
shall be located in a zone that allows household living activities
i Rdiyid all that reside in the onnessery apartment May net eXGeed two (2)
3. Site Requirements:
a. Only one ADU aGGessery apartmen may be established per ciRgle- family lot.
b.
— . The minimum lot size and area per unit requirements of the underlying base zone
must be met, but , i.e., no additional lot area is
required beyond that which is required for the principal dwelling UPA use.
4. Design Requirements:
a.
The ADU aGGessery apartmeR must be a complete, separate dwelling unit that
functions independently from the principal use. It must contain
its own kitchen and bathroom facilities, in addition to a separate entrance from the exterior.
c. When located within a building with an existing the principal use dwellieg, the
ADU aGGessery apartmeRt must be designed so that the appearance of the building
remains that of an allowed use within that zone, and any single family residence 44v new
entrances)
ten nernent (10ot Egxterior finish materials, trim, windows, and eaves must visually
match the principal use dwellieg URi .
5. Apartment Size:
, The floor
area of the ADU may not exceed fi�thj#y percent (580%) of the total floor
area of the principal use dwell+eg, excluding the area of an attached garage, or one
thousand sip (1,000 659) square feet, whichever is less.
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) of the total floor aFea 0
E. Amend 14-8B-1: Administrative Approval Procedures, , by adding the following up4erlined
text and deleting the following text with a strikethrough: ,^ti
14-8B-1: Accessory Apartment Dwelling Unit (ADU) Rental Permit,-,
A. Permit Required:
1. Prior to the establishment of any ADU .�,owner of the
principal use dwelling unit must obtain a rental permit from Hpusirygt'hd
)inspection Sservices. The permit will be effective for two (2) years. Afthe end f eve"wo
(2) years, renewal of the ADU rental permit will bej�ranted after
completion of a routine housing inspection verifying that the property remains -the principal
residence of the owner and that all of the conditions of this section and approval criteria for
Ordinance No.
Page 2
A. Amend Table 14-2H-3B-2: Accessory Uses in Section 14-2H-3: Form -based Zones and
Standards, Use Standards, by adding the following underlined text and deleting the
following text with a strikethrough:
Table 14-2H-3B-2: Accessory Uses
Use
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Dwelling
Units
ADUs
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ADUs attached to
the primary building must comply with sub-
section 14-4C-2A. ADUs that are detached from the primary building units
must comply with the carriage house requirements, see sub -section 14-2H-6C.
B. Amend 14-2H-6C: Form -based Zones and Standards, Building Type Standards, Carriage
House, by adding the following underlined text and deleting the following text with a
strikethrough:
1. Description:
a. An accessory structure located at the rear of a design site, above the garage,
that provides a small residential unit (accessory dwelling unit fit), home office
space, or other small commercial or service use, as allowed by the zone. The�arriage
house is an accessory building type, not a primary building type.
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3. Building Size And Massing:
c. Standards:l
(2) Carriage house must comply with the ownership and occup ii'cy Ends cf of
sub -section 14-4C-2A (Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) ApaFtMeRt)-
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C. Amend 14-4A-3A-4: Residential Use Categories, Household Living Uses, Ekceptions, by
adding the following underlined text and deleting the following text with a strikethrough:
c. Single family uses that contain accessory dwelling units arts are not
considered a two family use.
D. Amend 14-4C-2: Accessory Uses and Buildings, Specific Approval Criteria, by adding the
following underlined text and deleting the following text with a strikethrough:
A. Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)-Apas: ADUs are
the R 5, RS 8 RS 1� RI,A_17 RIVI 21 and RI SR-221 Zenes in O�•inor
permitted ia�,,� � ���, � ,,��
buildings assessery to these san,o dwelling type- provided the following conditions are
met:
1. Permit Required: Prior to the establishment of any ADU 2GGessery apaFtMeRt, the
owner of the principal dot use must obtain a rental permit from the Depa neR
of Housing and Inspection Services according to the applicable procedures set forth in
Cehapter 14-8, "Review And Approval Procedures", of this th, s title.
Ordinance No.
Page 4
Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) aGGessery apartmeRtS set forth in GhaptEr 4, Aarticle 14-
4C, "Accessory Uses And Buildings", of this title have been met.
2. No rental permit for an ADU aGGesseFy apartmeR will be issued unless all the
requirements and standards for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) a^^essery apaFt.Y eRtS
set forth in Ghapter 4, Aarticle 144C of this title have been met.
B. Submittal Requirements:
1. The owner shall file an application for a rental permit with the division department
of Hhousing and linspection Sservices on application forms provided by said division
department. —
2. Prior to issuance or renewal of an ADU aGGessery apaFtMeR rental permit, the
owner must submit a notarized affidavit to the city, verifying owner occupancy.
3. Prior to the issuance of an ADU aGGeSSery apart., ell rental permit, the owner shall
file, in the office of the county recorder, a declaration of covenants stating that the right to
maintain an ADU apartrneRt ceases upon transfer of title, and that the right to
maintain an ADU in no way constitutes approval of the dwelling as a
different principal use duplex. The owner shall provide a copy of the declaration to the
departmeRt of Hhousing and linspection Sservices, or its successor, prior to the issuance
of the ADU rental permit.
C. Approval Procedure: When all provisions of this section and approval criteria
applicable to Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) aGGesser-y apartmeRtS set forth in Ehapter
4- Article 14-4C of this title, and all applicable provisions of title 17, "Building And
Housing", of this code, are met, the depot 9 Hhousing and linspection Sservices will
issue an ADU aGG866ery apaFtMeRt rental permit upon payment of all permit and inspection
fees.
F. Amend 14-9A-1: General Definitions, Definitions, by adding the following underlined text
and deleting the following text with a strikethrough:
ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT (ADU) npoQTnnEnirc: An tee►per accC�esory
dwelling unit located within an owner occupied, single-family or duplex_ #efflt'J5 or in
an accessory building and meeting the requirements of this title.
G. Amend 17-5-3: Housing Code, Definitions, by adding the following 6&rlineed text and
deleting the following text with a strikethrough:
ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT (ADU): A temperaFy dwelling unit that i"ccessory to
an owner -occupied single-family or duplex dwelling.
H. Amend 17-5-18: Housing Code, Minimum Structure Standards for All Rental Housing, by
adding the following underlined text and deleting the following text with a strikethrough:
L. Bedrooms; Maximum Allowed: Bedrooms cannot exceed thirty five percent (35%) of
the finished floor area of a single-family dwelling, er duplex unit, or accessory dwelling
unit, not including floor area of a recreation room in the basement. Any existing single
family or duplex unit that contained lawful bedroom space that exceeded this percentage
cap prior to January 1, 2018 may continue to be used as bedroom space. However,
additional bedroom space may not be added unless the unit is brought into full compliance
with this standard. This dimensional standard is subject to administrative review.
Ordinance No.
Page 5
Section II. Repealer. All ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict with the provision of this
Ordinance are hereby repealed.
Section 111. Severability. If any section, provision or part of the Ordinance shall be adjudged to be
invalid or unconstitutional, such adjudication shall not affect the validity of the Ordinance as a
whole or any section, provision or part thereof no adjudged invalid or unconstitutional.
Section IV. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be in effect after its final passage, approval, and
publication, as provided by law.
Passed and approved this day of 2023.
Mayor
Attest:
City Clerk
Approved by
City Attorney's Office
Item: 9.b
STAFF PRESENTATION TO FOLLOW :
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CITY OF IOWA CITY
410 East Washington Street
Iowa City, Iowa 52240- 1826
(319) 3S6-5000
(319) 356-5009 FAX
www.icgov.org
Item 9. b : Zoning Code Amendment - Encouraging
accessory dwelling units to improve housing
choice, supply, and affordability
REZ23-0001
Ordinance amending Title 14, Zoning Code, to improve housing choice,
increase housing supply, and encourage housing affordability by
adjusting standards for Accessory Apartments. ( First Consideration)
How did we get here ?
Background Why These Updates?
Iowa City is considering changes to the Zoning Code to Iowa City has a housing supply shortage.The City is looking at encouraging accessory apartments as one of several
increase housing supply,improve housing choice,and ways to help meet the need for housing. However,current standards appear to be a significant barrier to construction.
encourage housing affordability.
Consider: Accessory Apartments Permitted, 1995-2023
The proposed changes seek to: •Iowa City anticipates a demand for over 4,600 additional
s
1. Increase flexibility for a range of housing types; residences by 2030 � s
2. Modify design standards to reduce the cost of construction; Only 61%of projected demand will be met based on recent a 3
trends,which will lead to higher housing costs a
3. Provide additional flexibility to enhance the supply of housing, ° °
including 1 NONE MENEM MEN
reducing regulatory barriers to accessory apartments; 55/a of renters and 23/0 of homeowners are cost-burdened
(i.e.spend more than 30%of their income on housing) o
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4. Create regulatory incentives for affordable housing;and
The City has allowed accessary apartments since 1987 but ----------<<<<< ----
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5. Address fair housing concerns to help advance the City's averages fewer than 2 units permitted per year
equity and inclusion goals. Only-0.5%of eligible properties have an accessory apartment
Planning Tim elin e
2016 12019 2022 2023
Affordable Housing Action Plan Fair Housing Choice Study Affordable Housing Action Plan Update Planning&Zoning Commission
•Recommended 15 action •Lack of affordable rental •The update was created following I
steps,including changes housingwas identified as numerous public input sessions,in IL—
Aff.rd.,biP I to zoning regulations Tt` a significant fair housing addition to a survey,targeted•The only action step not yet stake- AR&I a[orPlnn Issue holder meetings,and other events
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completed consists of the -, •The study recommended r:cricg •Reiterates the need to explore uses
recommended changes to -. ICI imarovino housina choice Pi AN allowed,including the possiblity of
zoning regulations -�.:�__ .,- as astrategy to help further allowing rental units to have ADUs •February:Introduced upcoming amendments
'Consider ulato chanes to Cit Code.Inciudin...mombulldln fair housing "Increase the allowabs,numberand/ortype ofdweiling undisj in sings,family
ry g y g g zening districts by right in more locations Examples intrude ADUs,dupiexes and •July:Summarized the proposed amendments
typesby dghtas opposedfoits,conago chinrred Unit Developmenff thecl°wawider varietyordevelopmezonedsinareasfhmughisl xero-lot lineshuctures."
process(densilg mulApkx units,cottage clusters.etc J" the wmmunitg Since most areas arezorled forbw-density single- •August:Provided comprehensive overview of the
family h0dithis will require exploring ways toincrease the denaity FY23-FY28CityCouncil Strateg Strategic Plan proposed amendments
and types ofhousing allow(em ashich also faciidates the creation of 'l
hawing unrts st different once points within neghbwhcods" Prioritizes recommendations In the
updated Affordable Housing Acton Plan
°Advance priarNzetl recnmmendafans in Ne
2022 Affordable Housing Action Plan.'
AccessoryApartments/ADUs
What are they? Why encourage ADUs?
Accessory apartments,also known as Accessory Dwelling Units(ADUs), O To provide convenient living
are small,self-contained dwellings units located on the same lot as a rima To increase housing supply and
g primary
diversity throughout neighborhoods arrangements for families,caretakers,
home.ADUs came in a variety of shapes,sizes,and configurations.This U U I anchor older homeowners
allows them to fit discreetly into all sorts of locations including suburban
subdivisions,walkable towns,and urban neighborhoods.Possible ADUs
arrangements include all of the following: p O p To provide opportunities for people ) To create compact growth which
n seeking a wider range of homes, prices,
rents,and locations positively impacts the environment
To reduce negative historical impacts To improve affordability for homeowners
' V created by exclusionsary zoning by creating extra income
To enhance job opportunities by
providing housing near transit and job To accommodate development in acost-
ll effective way
centers
Accessory • ,
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*Garage Apartments
*Granny Flats
*Guest House or Guest Cottage lit
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Suites/ApartmentsA GARAGEADU A LOWER LEVEL ADU A DETACHED ADU
Can include convening all or part of an attached or detached garage Can he created through the conversion of a home's existing basement Astandalone home on the same tot as a Larger primary dwehng.
Mulfir-Generational Housesinto a residence;may also indude adding an ADU above a garage or (provided that height and safety conditions are met),during construction Examples include backyard bungalows and converted outbuildings_
building a new wit for both people and can,as in the example above. of the house,or as pad of a foundation replacement Currently,detached ADUs are not allowed in Iowa City but would be
under the proposed amendments.
(photo courtesy of BackyardADUs via Me American Planning Association)
ADU Open Houses
4.d.
Two Open Houses were held for the community to
learn more about proposed changes, ask
questions, and provide feedback:
, - o September 13, 5-7PM at Terry Trueblood Park
Lodge
0 September 14, 5-7PM at the Iowa City Public
Library - Meeting Room A
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1 ' ' _ 1 58+ people joined the open houses
Current Standard: Owner must live on-site;
a rental permit is of required
t osed
Standard: Owner is not required to live on- �
site; a rental permit is required
Current Standard: Requires 1 off-street
parking space for accessory
apartmentProposed Standard: No off-street
parking required for accessory apartment
Current Standard: Must be accessory to
detached single-family useProposed
Standard: Must be accessory to single- 5
family or duplex use
Survey Current Standard: Only allowed in certain
zones (RS-5, RS-8, RS-12, RM-12, RM-20,
& RNS-20)Proposed Standard: Allowed in 1.1
Distributed open any zone that allows residential uses...
houses • online to Current Standard: Size limited to lesser of
understand • 650 Sq Ft., 30% of the floor area if in the
Feedback main building, or 50% of the floor area if in51 surveys found: 13.0%
concerns. • an accessory building Proposed Standard:...
Current Standard: Limited to 1 bedroom and
majority of 2 occupants Proposed Standard: Bedrooms 7°
respondents (57and occupants limited by rental permit
were concerned • Current Standard: Does not allow a
allowingon standalone accessory apartmentProposedrental
proper-ties Standard: Allows a standalone accessory
apartment
majorityof Current Standard: Buildings with an
respondents attached accessory apartment must appear °
to be a detached single-family home, so o.si
were • concerned • new entrances must face side or rear lot...
other proposed Current Standard: An accessory apartment
changes cannot increase the floor area of the main
building by over 10%Proposed Standard: 205%
The square footage for an accessory...
■Concerned Unsure 0Not Concerned
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90%100%
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Values City
RACIAL EQUITY, 4p Council
SOCIAL JUSTICE,
AND HUMAN RIGHTS Strategic
CLIMATE ACTION
• PARTNERSHIPS AND Plan
ENGAGEMENT
Zoning Amendment
Review Criteria
Consistency with the Comprehensive
Plan
Modifv dp,;ign ;tAndArds
Provide Provide additional flexibility to enhance the supply of housing
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Address Address Fair H
Proposed Amendments : 3 . Provide additional
flexibility to enhance the supply of housing
Proposed Change
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3c. Encourage accessory apartments in a
broader variety of contexts and reduce
barriers to construction
Current Standards Proposed Standards I
Must be accessory to detached single-family use Must be accessory to single-family or duplex use M
Only allowed in certain zones
Allowed in any zone that allows residential uses
(RS-5, RS-8, RM-12, RM-20, & RNS-20)
Owner must live on-site Owner is not required to live on-site '
Requires 1 off-street parking space for ADU No off-street parking required for accessory apartment
Limited to 1 bedroom and 2 occupants Bedrooms and occupants limited by rental permit M
Size limited to the lesser of 650 Sq Ft., 30% of the floor area if in Size limited to the lesser of 1,000 Sq Ft. .
main building, or 50% of the floor area if in accessory building or 50% of the floor area of the main building
Does not allow a standalone accessory apartment Allows a standalone accessory apartment MI
An ADU cannot increase the floor area of the main building by The square footage for an accessory apartment is restricted by
over 10% max. size limits
Buildings with an attached ADU must appear to be a detached Buildings with an attached ADU must appear to be a use
single-family home, so new entrances must face side or rear allowed in the zone; entrance locations are not dictated
Analysis : 3c . Encourage accessory apartments
in a broader variety of contexts and reduce
barriers to construction
Existing Situation
ADU development has been limited
(52 ADUs in —30 years)
Current standards have been identified as
barriers, such as owner-occupancy and
additional parking
2022 Affordable Housing Action Plan '
recommends promoting more ADUs it
Anticipated Impacts
13,000 parcels remain eligible for ADUs
New parcels may accommodate ADUs uses
through gradual construction ATTACHED(ABOVE GARAGE)ADU
• Up to 1,400 new units allowed due to
expanding zones and uses allowed
• Up to 3,100 new units allowed by removing
owner-occupancy requirement (^'75% in UTA)
Reduces other barriers: Size/bedroom
limits increased, no additional parking,
allows as standalone use, etc. (CONVERTEDINTERIOR
GARAGE)ADU
Also supports the City's sustainability goals
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Cedar Rapids, Iowa Ann Arbor, Michigan Madison, Wisconsin
Ownership: No requirements Ownership: No requirements Ownership: Must be owner-occupied
Size: 1,000 sq.ft.max.but not to Size: 600 sq.ft.max.for lots up to Size: 900 sq.ft.max.
exceed footprint of primary 7,200 sq.ft.;800 sq.ft.max.for
structure lots of 7,200 sq.ft.or more
Occupancy: No requirements Occupancy: 2 occupants max. Occupancy: 2 bedrooms max.
Design: 2 ADUs allowed per lot,1 Design: No requirements Design: Entries in a rear or side yard
attached&1 detached;no other shall be connected to a street by
requirements a paved walkway or driveway;
must be above a garage in
certain zones
Parking: 1 space required Parking: No requirements Parking: No requirements
Des Moines, Iowa Fayetteville, Arkansas Durham, North Carolina
Ownership: Must be owner-occupied Ownership: No requirements Ownership: No requirements
Size: 50%of primary structure floor Size: 1,200 sq.ft.max. Size: 800 sq.ft.max.but not to
area max.(if detached,greater ME exceed 50%of the primary
of 576 sq.ft.or 25%of rear yard) structure floor area
Occupancy: Max.bedrooms based on sq.ft. Occupancy: 2 occupants max. Occupancy: No requirements
Design: Must match primary structure Design: 2 ADUs allowed per lot, 1 Design: May be accessory to single-
with regards to roof,materials, attached&1 detached;2-story family or duplex uses;can only
color,and character;only one ADUs shall limit access stairs, extend forward to the rear 25%
entrance to a house with an decks,entries&windows to wall of the primary structure
ADU may face a street facing primary structure or alley
Parking: 1 space required Parking: 1 space required if larger than Parking: No requirements
800 sq.ft.(may be on-street)
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Best Practices : �� � •,
American Planning
Association
Equity in Zoning Policy Guide
y Allow a broader range of building forms, lot sizes, lot
widths, and residential types in low-density residential
neighborhoods
Equity in • Allow ADUs without a public hearing, subject to only
conditions needed to mitigate potential impacts on
Zoning neighboring properties
Policy Guide
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Approved by APA Delegate Assembly on December 15,2022.
Ratified by Board on December 20,2022.
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residential uses
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for people of all ages occupancy if not regulated by zoning
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*Allow administrative approval (i.e. do not
require discretionary approvals).
* Limit design requirements which increase the
cost of building ADUs
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*Standards relating to neighborhood character
can be problematic (especially if subjective)
Consistency with
Comprehensive Plan
Community Vision Statement Relevant Strategies and Goals:
Iowa City is an energetic and friendly community, renowned for its arts and culture, healthcare • Ensure a mix of housing types
and education, and distinctive local businesses. The small-town character of our neighborhoods within each neighborhood, to
combined with the big-city vitality of our Downtown and university campus make Iowa City a provide options for households
unique and appealing place for people of all ages.These assets define our sense of place and are Of all types (singles, families,
the foundation of our stable economy.
retirees, etc.) and people of all
We will strive to preserve and build upon these aspects of our community while supporting compatible
growth and investment that contributes to the overall sustainability of Iowa City by: incomes.
• Fostering a resilient local economy that increases the tax base, stimulates job growth, and pro- Develop neighborhood plans
motes the overall prosperity and progress of our people;
that help ensure a balance of
• Protecting and enhancing the environment and encouraging the responsible use of our natural and housing types, especially in older
energy resources;
parts of the city.
■ Providing safe and efficient modes of travel for all in order to ensure the opportunity for full partic-
ipation in community life and efficient use of resources; • Discourage sprawl by promoting
■ Creating attractive and affordable housing for all people—housing that is the foundation of healthy, small-lot and infill development.
safe,and diverse neighborhoods throughout our city;
Fostering communication among owners, redevelopers, and occupants to mitigate the Impact of • Identify and support infill
redeveloping existing residential properties d eve l o p m e n t a n d
• Promoting opportunities for civic engagement and human development for all who call Iowa City redevelopment Opportunities in
home;and areas where services and
Encouraging and supporting collaborative efforts with the University of Iowa,the Iowa city Com- infrastructure are already i n
munity School District,Johnson County,and other neighboring jurisdictions for the mutual benefit place.
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1C2030: Comprehensive Plan Update
Adopted MEry 14,2013
2022171
CITY OF IOWA CITY Iowa City iom
UNESCO CITY OF LITERATURE Affordable
Housing
ACTION
PLAN
2019 Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice )I
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommended that Title 14 Zoning be amended as illustrated in the staff
report dated October 4 to enhance land use regulations to improve housing
choice, increase housing supply, and encourage affordability
Planning & tonin
Commission Recommendation
The Planning & Zoning Commission recommends that Title 14 Zoning be
amended as illustrated in the staff report dated October 4 to enhance land use
regulations related to improving housing choice, increasing housing supply, and
encouraging affordability, except that the owner-occupancy requirement be
retainea.
"IC2030:Comprehensive Plan Update" (Adopted
2013)
StepsNext Zoning Code Amendment
_ 0 P&Z recommendation to City Council (October 4)
n - n - 0 Public Hearing & First Consideration (November 6)
Second Consideration (November 21)
Third Consideration and Action (December 12)
Comprehensive Plan Update (TBD-Est. 2024-2026)
Zoning Code Update (TBD)
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CITY OF IOWA CITY
410 East Washington Street
Iowa City, Iowa 52240-1826
(3 19) 356-5000
(319) 356-5009 FAX
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Notice is hereby given that the City Council
of Iowa City will hold a public hearing on the 6th
day of November, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. in the
Emma J. Harvat Hall of the Iowa City City Hall,
410 E. Washington Street, Iowa City, Iowa, or if
said meeting is cancelled, at the next meeting of
the City Council thereafter as posted by the City
Clerk; at which hearing the Council will consider
a Resolution Authorizing Conveyance of 2129
Taylor Drive to an income -eligible family.
A copy of the proposed resolution is on file
for public examination in the office of the City
Clerk, City Hall, Iowa City, Iowa. Persons
wishing to make their views known for Council
consideration are encouraged to appear at the
above -mentioned time and place.
KELLIE K. GRACE, CITY CLERK
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410 East Washington Street
Iowa City, Iowa 52240-1826
(3 19) 356-5000
(319) 356-5009 FAX
www.icgov.org
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON PROJECT MANUAL
AND ESTIMATED COST FOR THE WASTEWATER
TREATMENT FACILITY IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT IN
THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA
TO ALL TAXPAYERS OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY,
IOWA, AND TO OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS:
Public notice is hereby given that the City Council of the
City of Iowa City, Iowa, will conduct a public hearing on the
Project Manual, including the plans, specifications, contract,
and estimated cost for the construction of the Wastewater
Treatment Facility Improvements in said city at 6:00 p.m. on
the 611 day of November, 2023, said meeting to be held irk
the Emma J. Harvat Hall in the City Hall, 410 Easy
Washington Street in said city, or if said meeting
cancelled, at the next meeting of the City Council thereaftep
as posted by the City Clerk.
The Project will involve the following: general
construction and modifications to an existing wastewater-7-
treatment facility including the installation of two influent
channel parshall flumes and slide gates; replacement of two
grit washers in an existing grit dewatering building; and the
replacement of a belt filter press sludge cake conveyor
system and associated mechanical, electrical, plumbing and
controls. The project is located at the City of Iowa City's
Wastewater Treatment Facility, 4366 Napoleon St SE, Iowa
City, IA 52240
Said Project Manual and estimated cost are now on file
in the office of the City Clerk in the City Hall in Iowa City,
Iowa, and may be inspected by any interested persons.
Any interested persons may appear at said meeting of
the City Council for the purpose of making objections to and
comments concerning said Project Manual or the cost of
making said improvement.
This notice is given by order of the City Council of
the City of Iowa City, Iowa and as provided by law.
Kellie K. Grace, City Clerk
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CITY OF IOWA CITY
410 East Washington Street
Iowa City, Iowa 52240- 1826
(319) 3S6-5000
(319) 356-5009 FAX
www.icgov.org
Wastewater Treatment
Facility Improvements
Public Hearing
November 6t", 2023
Project Components
• Influent Flow Monitoring
• Replace ultrasonic sensor with Parshall flume
• Increased accuracy and confidence
• Grit Classifiers
• Existing equipment is at the end of its useful life.
• Improved technology will provide drier grit.
• Biosolids Conveyor
• Replace screw auger with a continuous conveyor.
• Right-size conveyance with press capacity for operational flexibility.
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Project Details
• Estimated Cost: $ 1,350,000
• Bid Letting — November 30, 2023
• Award Date — December 12, 2023
• Final Completion — December 2024
STAFF PRESENTATION CONCLUDED
CITY OF IOWA CITY
410 East Washington Street
Iowa City, Iowa 52240-1826
(3 19) 356-5000
(319) 356-5009 FAX
www.icgov.org