Item 1: Ordinance on MUPTE Boundary

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City Council wants to use MUPTE as an incentive for higher quality developments. One measure of quality can be tied to sustainable “green” features. Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification is the premier industry standard. However, the certification process can be prohibitively expensive. In those instances, the cost of certification would outweigh the benefit of the MUPTE incentive. Points Tier #1 – 100 points -- Immediate MUPTE approval: For projects that indicate a plan to attain LEED, the applicant must produce evidence of initial application and demonstrate that the project endeavors to obtain LEED certification; and the project application includes a working copy of the LEED checklist that demonstrates at least 5 points more than the minimum needed for Certification are identified as “Yes” or “Possibly” categories. Tier #2 – 50 maximum points: For projects where LEED certification would not be feasible, but that intend to utilize green practices, the application must include a) a plan that addresses energy reductions, and b) two other areas of the applicant’s choice: a ?Site Planning: if construction practices will exceed CE requirements for erosion and sedimentation controls and stormwater management ex: green roof, maximized open space, rainwater harvesting techniques ?Water Efficiency: if project will reduce water use by 20% or more ex: dual flush toilets and low flow showerheads/faucets, no potable water used for irrigation, sensors for irrigation system ?Energy and Atmosphere: if project reduces energy consumption 15% beyond code ex. Energy Star certification, solar hot water system, PV panels for 15% of load, night flush cooling system instead of AC ?Materials and Resources: if utilizes both MRF for construction/demolition debris targeting 60% reduction and plans for alternative/durable materials ex. FSC certified lumber, alternative roof/siding materials, composite woods for decking/fencing, stone/tile ?Indoor Environmental Quality: if committed to low emitting materials and enhanced ventilation ex. operating windows, low voc paints, adhesives and sealants, minimal carpeting, automated humidity controls 3. Mixed Income The City has adopted policies that encourage the creation of low-income housing. A specific twenty-year property tax exemption is available for rental housing that is 100% dedicated to low-income housing. MUPTE could be used to further the low-income housing policies through mixed-income developments. Points:10 points awarded for every housing unit dedicated to controlled income and rent housing that is affordable to a household at 60% of median income. The applicant must provide a written certification. The applicant must provide a written certification (form to be created) a LEED puts significant emphasis on alternative transportation in this section, but is not needed in this instance as MUPTE is already linked to core and transit oriented areas.