Joint Special Council/BFPD
07/18/22 06:00 PM
Building
Christopher Heldreth
Ordinance
Doc ID: 5067
AGENDA ITEM
AGENDA MATTER:
2ND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE 993-2022 AMENDING CHAPTER 5.91, TITLE 5 OF THE BARSTOW MUNICIPAL CODE ENTITLED "ANNUAL RENTAL PROPERTY INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS"
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The purpose of the proposed ordinance amendment is to ensure residents of the City of Barstow do not inhabit substandard rental properties throughout the City. Pursuant to its police powers, the City of Barstow has authority to regulate and enforce the State’s Health and Safety Code. In addition, the City may amend the codes by adding requirements that apply to the local jurisdiction. This ordinance authorizes the City of Barstow to ensure that landlords are providing standard housing in all rental properties throughout our jurisdiction.
On June 20, 2022, the Council introduced Ordinance No. 993-2022 Amending Chapter 5.91, Title 5 of the Barstow Municipal Code entitled "Annual Rental Property Inspection Requirements." The ordinance is presented for its second reading and adoption.
DISCUSSION:
Per the request of City of Barstow City Council, the amendments to ordinance 975-2021 of the Barstow Municipal Code has been brought forward for review. The addition of Chapter 5.91, “Annual Rental Property Inspection Requirements” to Title 5 of the Barstow Municipal Code aims to protect the public safety, health, and welfare of our community. Approval of this ordinance would ensure a standard of living throughout our community in all rental properties.
Amendments were made per the request of the City Council and public concern. A Town Hall Meeting was held to discuss the Annual Rental Property Inspection Ordinance on March 23, 2022. Based on the concerns discussed at the Town Hall Meeting, amendments were brought before the Rules and Policy Committee at the March 29th, April 26th, and May 31st, 2022 meetings.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The fiscal impact will be covered by fees associated with the Annual Rental Property Inspection Program.
The fees generated should cover all costs incurred by adding this ordinance.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Adopt Ordinance No. 993-2022, amending Chapter 5.91, Title 5 of the Barstow Municipal Code Entitled Annual Rental Property Inspection Requirements. Adoption of this Ordinance is exempt from review under the California Environmental Quality Act under CEQA Guidelines section 15301.