pages: CityCouncil/2006-09-19.pdf, 10
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CityCouncil | 2006-09-19 | 10 | Mayor Johnson inquired how the value of the work is calculated, to which the Fire Marshal responded the value is calculated on the same data evaluation table used by the Building Department. Following Mr. Kirwin's comments, Mayor Johnson inquired whether feedback has been received on new construction; stated the concerns seem to be with remodels. The Fire Marshal responded that he met with Alameda Point Community Partners, Catellus, Doric Development, Warmington, Peter Wong, Resources for Community Development, Park Street Business Association, WABA, Alameda Association of Realtors, Chamber of Commerce, and Harbor Bay Homeownership Association. Mayor Johnson inquired whether anyone had concerns, to which the Fire Marshal responded in the negative. Mayor Johnson inquired whether any of the speakers have concerns with new construction. Mr. Kirwin stated costs would be higher for new occupants. Councilmember Matarrese inquired how the 25% threshold was selected. The Fire Marshall responded 25% to 50% is the range other cities use. Councilmember Matarrese stated he does not understand the rational for using the lowest range. The Fire Marshal stated he felt 25% was a reasonable percentage based upon building values and remodeling. Mayor Johnson inquired whether all cities use the same value calculation, to which the Fire Marshal responded in the negative. Mayor Johnson inquired what other methods are used, to which the Fire Marshal responded assessed valuation and current building value. Mayor Johnson inquired whether some cities use fair market value, to which the Fire Marshal responded that he would provide the information. Councilmember Matarrese stated the 25% threshold precludes people from investing in earthquake retrofitting and multiple upgrades that may spread across a number of units; he would like to review Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 10 September 19, 2006 | CityCouncil/2006-09-19.pdf |