Title
Discussion on Residential Rental Property Regulations
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Issue/Request:
Discussion over progress developing Residential Rental Property Regulations.
Key Issues:
To preserve the integrity and safety of housing options within the City, protect the rights of renters, and preserve the standards of the surrounding neighborhoods, it is desired to have a discussion on potential rental inspection and proactive code enforcement measures within the City.
This discussion will be an update on the progress made since the August 2017 CEDC meeting. A review of existing programs located throughout the metro will be presented along with a proposed framework for a Lee's Summit program. The discussion will also include the proposed next steps in the program development process. Staff is seeking feedback on the proposed framework and next steps to be taken.
Proposed Committee Motion:
N/A
Background:
In December of 2011, Mr. Mark Dunning presented information to the CEDC regarding potential Rental Inspection programs for discussion.
In August of 2017, a discussion with CEDC occured, and staff was directed to prepare an ordinance for review and discussion within 6 months. As part of the program development process, we are updating CEDC on the progress made each month and having a public discussion.
Presenter
Presenter: Ryan Elam, Director of Development Center and Josh Johnson, Assistant Director of Plan Services