Broward County Commission Regular Meeting
Director's Name: Michael Udine
Department: County Commission
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Requested Action
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MOTION TO DIRECT Office of the County Attorney, in coordination with County staff, to draft a Resolution amending Part XXXIX of Chapter 27 of the Broward County Administrative Code, and any other applicable code provisions, to streamline certain processes to expedite the review and permitting of affordable housing projects. (Mayor Udine)
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Why Action is Necessary
The drafting of code provisions requires a public discussion and the absence of six objectors.
What Action Accomplishes
Provides direction to the Office of the County Attorney.
Is this Action Goal Related
No
Previous Action Taken
Summary Explanation/Background
This item furthers County Commission Value F, Goal 2: "Increase the availability of affordable housing of all types, countywide, in every community using effective, uniform criteria, policies and strategies," and Value G: "Consistently delivering responsive, efficient, quality services to the public and internal customers."
On September 6, 2022, the Office of the County Attorney distributed a memorandum, attached as Exhibit 1, identifying opportunities to streamline affordable housing projects ("Memorandum"). The Memorandum suggests that Part XXXIX of Chapter 27 of the Broward County Administrative Code ("Administrative Code") be amended to allow for the identification of affordable housing projects earlier in the development approval and permitting process and for expediting the review of those projects that have been identified as affordable housing. A proposed Resolution amending the Administrative Code consistent with the recommendations in the Memorandum will be presented to the Board for its consideration at a future meeting.
This item provides direction consistent with the Memorandum, including to analyze whether the changes proposed to be made in connection with affordable housing projects should be extended to other residential projects that might also favorably impact affordability.
Source of Additional Information
Fiscal Impact
Fiscal Impact/Cost Summary
To be determined by the Office of Management and Budget upon presentation of a draft Resolution.