1/4/2011 AFFORDABLE HOUSING Minutes

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Mr. Johnson inquired about the lot approval process and Selectman Richardson responded that Habitat for Humanity is in contact with Town Planner Tom Fudala regarding the projects occurring in l ashpee as well as available town owned land. Regarding the three properties,, a committee met to discuss the various parcels and determined that those properties would be a fit for affordable homes. Selectman Richardson noted his preference that future discussion about available parcels talo place with the Affordable Housing Committee. Committee members expressed interest in being included early in the process. Selectman Richardson stated that he would recommend including a member of the Affordable Housing Committee in these discussions. Affordable Housing Trust Mr. Johnson inquired about the next step with the Affordable Housing Trust now that a joint meeting has occurred with Affordable Housing. Mr. Johnson is awaiting appointment from the Board of Selectmen. Selectman Richardson noted that the Affordable Housing 'Trust only meets when a project is being considered, but suggested his preference that the 10%affordable housing funds from CPC be placed in a trust for greater accessibility. Selectman Richardson stated that it would require a Town fleeting vote and approval from CPC to do so. Mr. Johnson recommended that the Trust be organised in order to submit an appropriate solution. The Chair questioned whether the BOS would be responsible for placing it on the warrant and Selectman Richardson confirmed that they would, based on the recommendation of the Committee or the Trust. The Committee felt that the Trust should begin meeting to organize its priorities and Selectman Richardson agreed. . motion was made by Chairman 'Trebat that the Affordable Housing Committee recommend that the Affordable Housing Trust meet to organize and that the Board of Selectmen move forward on the next Town Warrant for the May meeting on the issue of proving CPA funds into the Trust. Motion seconded by Mr. Abbott,. AtI voted unanimously. 'Where was discussion regarding whether the three homes currently being built by Habitat is different than the ones reflected in the current RFP and highlighted on the map. Selectman Richardson will look into it further to clarify. Mr. Abbott also-reported that many towns have multiple affordable rentals available and expressed his interest in identifying a lamer lot that may accommodate a development of affordable rentals. Mr. Abbott referenced a 3 acre lot on Lowell Road that does not appear on the list. Mr. Abbott pointed out 2 lots on Falmouth Road that may be adjacent to one another and inquired whether they could be combined and offered in an RFP for development. Mr. Johnson questioned whether there is more information about Mashpee's housing needs. Mr. Abbot responded that he has been gathering the information and the Chair added that there i 2005 Weed I p Assessment study. Mr. Abbott stated that the 201 o Mashpee Affordable Housing Element also contains a needs assessment. Mr. Johnson inquired whether there is a need for rental properties or Dome ownership. Selectman Richardson indicated that the recent survey provides some information about affordable housing creeds and that Assistant Town planner fill Newton is working on the Affordable Housing component of the Local Comprehensive flan. Mr. Abbott referenced the surveys completed in 2004 and 2010 with similar results. Mr. Abbott recommended looking at neighboring towns for trends and stated that they are developing rentals. Mr. Abbott referenced the Home Consortium whose number one goal is to create rental units. Committee members will review the list of available lots to identify larger parcels for rentals. Mr. Abbott stated that Breezy Acres bas a list of 100 people.on their waiting list. Selectman Richardson noted that Breezy Acres has been allowed to expand since approval of the sewer line. Selectman Richardson referenced the use of accessory apartments, reporng that Town fleeting turned down the option to allow accessory apartments as a zoning bylaw. Chairman Treb t noted that there are many