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PlanningBoard | 2019-07-08 | 7 | Board Member Teague said that the ADU comes with a new certificate of occupancy, and under Costa-Hawkins, would be exempt from the rent control portions of the law, but would be subject to the just cause eviction protections. He added that if you were splitting a rental unit, instead of building a new structure, it gets more complicated. Staff Member Tai said that most applicants at the counter say they are fulfilling a family need and only a small portion are looking to rent out the units. Board Member Curtis said that once the owner occupied requirement goes away, investors will add ADUs and rent them out in bigger numbers. Staff Member Tai continued his presentation, outlining potential changes to design review requirements. Board Member Rothenberg suggested that any green roof approvals be conditioned on the structural ability of the building to support the roof. Staff Member Tai added that staff would still review applications for compliance and applicants would have to meet other requirements in the building approval process. Board Member Rothenberg asked if the new exemptions would have a negative impact on the City's revenue streams. Staff Member Tai said that the window permits were not a major component of the Department's revenue. Staff Member Thomas added that the fees are set up to cover the costs of providing the service, not to turn a profit. He said they are trying to respond to Council direction and community concerns, as well as streamline some of the less controversial processes in order for staff to focus on the larger projects that have more impact on the community. Board Member Cavanaugh asked if solar panels would be included in the cool roof exemption. Staff Member Tai said that solar panels are already exempt from design review because of state law. Board Member Ruiz suggested requiring longer lasting materials for roofs which get a design review exemption as part of our sustainability efforts. Board Member Hom suggested matching the design review exemption for additions to the ADU ordinance, i.e. - 1200 square feet. Approved Planning Board Minutes Page 7 of 10 July 8, 2019 | PlanningBoard/2019-07-08.pdf |