Create new annual fees for rental property owners
In Plain English
Landlords must pay $47 per rental unit in 2017 and $98 per unit in 2018. The city can place liens on properties if owners don't pay. Late payments face penalties of 10% to 50% depending on how overdue they are.
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Votes
Introduce ordinance for first reading and adopt Resolution No. 96-17 establishing Residential Housing Fees
4 to 1
Why This Vote Matters
The council approved new fees that landlords must pay for each rental unit they own, starting at $47 per unit in 2017 and rising to $98 per unit in 2018. The city can place liens on properties if owners don't pay, and late fees range from 10% to 50% depending on how overdue payments become. The ordinance passed with broad support in a 4-1 vote, with Councilmember Thomas K. Butt casting the lone dissenting vote. This continues the council majority's pattern of supporting housing-related measures.
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