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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAction Sorting Sheet - Neighborhoods and HousingNeighborhoods and Housing Phase T iFY23„ FY24 FY25) Action Cham • ion Tar . et Date 12. Create form -based code regulations for additional neighborhoods, focusing on growth areas first, and then infill areas. 39. Undertake significant scale affordable housing efforts utilizing existing capital funds and/or future borrowing. INNO VA TION MA YINCL UDE TINY HOMES, MODULAR HOMES, ETC SOME BURDEN MAYBE BEST PLACED WITH HTFJC (ALREADYA WIN! 0) MAKE ONE ITEM FOR PHASE I AND PHASE II FOLLOWING THIS 7. Allow additional residential building forms by right in lower density zoning districts to allow for smaller units, including but not limited to duplex, triplex, fourplex, and ADUs if appropriately limited by building mass, bulk and scale for neighborhoods. COMBINED WITH: 9. Following the recommendations from the recent Invest Health Collaboration grant, implement a minimum density requirement and require a variety of housing types for all new residential development and streamlines approval for developers. Conduct a city -initiated rezoning to apply these changes. *Use existing assets to guide changes in a pilot as described in: 8. Utilize a consultant to develop a form -based code for the Northside neighborhood. 12. Create form -based code regulations for additional neighborhoods, focusing on growth areas first, and then infill areas. 44. Explore legal steps to discourage or prevent bad faith and predatory property investors. 15. Act on building regulation recommendations outlined in the Accelerating Iowa City's Climate Actions Report; including TIF energy efficiency incentives, energy standards for height and density bonuses, and a climate action building permit rebate program. 49. Execute on prioritized recommendations in the 2022 Affordable Housing Action Plan and Invest Health Collaboration grant (note: item includes numerous individual actions not itemized in this document). CHANGE VERB; CONSIDER "WORK," 'ADVANCE,' ETC 50. Evaluate discretionary funding for district/neighborhood grassroots projects. REPHASE TO MAYBE REVAMP PROGRAM 16. Seek out and approve residential TIF applications for infrastructure when the project provides community benefit such as permanent affordable housing, expansive public open space or advancement toward stated climate action goals. Consider a standard application of residential TIF for all new annexations to meet permanent affordable housing goals. NEAR THE END OF PHASEI (SO FY25 MOST LIKELY) Champion Target Date 43. Bolster financial support for homeless services and begin shifting toward a shelter as a service model. SIMPLY EVALUATE SHELTER AS A SERVICE MODEL 19. Explore pilot projects utilizing tiny homes, 3D printed homes, pre -fabricated or manufactured homes, net -zero homes and other innovative housing options. Phase II (FY26, FY27, FY28) Action Champion Target Date 38. Expand the South District Homeownership Program to other targeted neighborhoods and consider allowing relocation assistance to expedite completion. 24. Provide all residents with public open space within a 15 -minute walk or bike ride by strategically acquiring new parkland or executing partnerships with local schools. SIMPLIFY TO REMOVE ACQUISITION AND FOCUS MORE ON PARTNERSHIPS Action Step and Number Scaled Priority Score (Max 15) Average Effort Rating Average Impact Rating 39. Undertake significant scale affordable housing efforts utilizing existing capital funds and/or future borrowing. 12.4 6.3 8.8 7. Allow additional residential building forms by right in lower density zoning districts to allow for smaller units, including but not limited to duplex, triplex, fourplex, and ADUs if appropriately limited by building mass, bulk and scale for neighborhoods. 9. Following the recommendations from the recent Invest Health Collaboration grant, implement a minimum density requirement and require a variety of housing types for all new residential development and streamlines approval for developers. Conduct a city - initiated rezoning to apply these changes. 7.1 7.0 8.4 12. Create form -based code regulations for additional neighborhoods, focusing on growth areas first, and then infill areas. 15. Act on building regulation recommendations outlined in the Accelerating Iowa City's Climate Actions Report; including TIF energy efficiency incentives, energy standards for height and density bonuses, and a climate action building permit rebate program. Action Step and Number Scaled Priority Score (Max 15) Average Effort Rating Average Impact Rating 44. Explore legal steps to discourage or prevent bad faith and predatory property investors. 19. Explore pilot projects utilizing tiny homes, 3D printed homes, pre-fabricated or manufactured homes, net-zero homes and other innovative housing options. 49. Execute on prioritized recommendations in the 2022 Affordable Housing Action Plan and Invest Health Collaboration grant (note: item includes numerous individual actions not itemized in this document). 8. Utilize a consultant to develop a form-based code for the Northside neighborhood. 24. Provide all residents with public open space within a 15-minute walk or bike ride by strategically acquiring new parkland or executing partnerships with local schools. Action Step and Number Scaled Priority Score (Max 15) Average Effort Rating Average Impact Rating 16. Seek out and approve residential TIF applications for infrastructure when the project provides community benefit such as permanent affordable housing, expansive public open space or advancement toward stated climate action goals. Consider a standard application of residential TIF for all new annexations to meet permanent affordable housing goals. 38. Expand the South District Homeownership Program to other targeted neighborhoods and consider allowing relocation assistance to expedite completion. 41. Utilize ARPA funds to extend eviction prevention support. 14. Pursue city -initiated rezoning to promote greater infill density/multifamily development in targeted locations such as along bus routes on arterial or collector streets. 43. Bolster financial support for homeless services and begin shifting toward a shelter as a service model. 1. Revise the home occupation ordinance to enable a wider variety of opportunities for contextual commercial businesses in residential districts. 18. Promote use of co-op style housing projects to model infill development opportunities. Action Step and Number Scaled Priority Score (Max 15) Average Effort Rating Average Impact Rating 11. Streamline approval processes by allowing more uses provisionally rather than by special exception and also affording staff more leeway on minor modifications. 27. Plant a minimum of 500 new trees a year in parks and along roadways and trails. 42. Initiate a rezoning to allow shelters and permanent supportive housing in more zoning districts by right. 50. Evaluate discretionary funding for district/neighborhood grassroots projects. 6. Reduce required setbacks and lot sizes in residential neighborhoods to promote infill and compact development patterns. 21. Conduct community education to promote a better understanding on the long-term cost of development based on development type. 31. Adopt and invest in the outdoor portions of the new Recreation Facilities and Programs Master Plan. 35. Launch an awareness campaign articulating the need for affordable housing and dispelling myths. 40. Increase funding allocated to the Housing Trust Fund of Johnson County and coordinate more closely to ensure strategic collaboration with the disbursement of other City funds including CDBG/HOME. Action Step and Number Scaled Priority Score (Max 15) Average Effort Rating Average Impact Rating 45. Explore residential tax abatement programs for legacy or core neighborhoods. 4. Remove the neighbor approval requirement from the Urban Chicken ordinance. 33. Expand the diversity of recreational amenity offerings to include skate and bike park facilities, climbing features, toddler play areas, inclusive recreation fields, and more. 36. Communicate about housing rights in multiple languages through trusted community partners. 17. Develop educational sessions, tutorials and building plan templates for the development community that can be used in form-based and/or traditional zoning districts. 3. Modify the zoning code to permit horizontal mixed-use developments targeting older commercial areas and greenfield sites. Make determinations on which existing properties to proactively rezone to this new or amended district. (Ex: Iowa City Marketplace / Sycamore Mall). 13. Expand opportunities for single-room occupancy units (SROs) by right, provisionally or through special exception. 22. Plan and fund utility and roadway improvements that will allow for additional annexation opportunities in the coming decade. Action Step and Number Scaled Priority Score (Max 15) Average Effort Rating Average Impact Rating 23. Offer energy efficiency and electrification incentive programs for households, businesses, and industrial property owners. 20. Hold roundtables with stakeholders to discuss innovative partnerships to achieve housing affordability goals. Meet with the public and targeted developers to discuss pathways to affordability. 26. Add pet waste stations along trails, in parks, and in other heavily traveled areas. 28. Require right-of-way trees as infrastructure for new land development. 34. Ensure sustainability and maintenance of tree and prairie planting efforts through expanded equipment and employee resources for these operations. 47. Convene discussions with landlords, students, the University of Iowa and other stakeholders to promote additional housing options for students during the lease gap period. 2. Revise residential zoning districts to allow agricultural uses and community gardening as a standalone or accessory use including the sale of agriculture production to the public. 5. Further reduce or eliminate minimum parking requirements in the Downtown and Riverfront Crossing districts. Consider undertaking a parking needs analysis to inform this decision. Action Step and Number Scaled Priority Score (Max 15) Average Effort Rating Average Impact Rating 10. Reduce barriers to Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) by allowing use on non-owner- occupied property, adding more construction locations on a property and eliminating parking requirements. 25. Enhance level of service in neighborhood parks through expanded parks maintenance staff and/or third-party contracts. 29. Establish additional community garden plots in new locations. 30. Develop a community litter reduction effort, focused along streambanks and walking paths. 32. Expand trail alternatives including soft trails and single-track cycling trails. 37. Partner with organizations such as Kirkwood Community College, the Home Builders Association and Habitat for Humanity to hold do-it-yourself clinics that promote affordable home maintenance techniques. 46. Hold quarterly meetings between landlords and tenants aimed at educating and communicating. 48. Explore partnerships with the University of Iowa to provide more affordable housing options for students.