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City of Lino Lakes Livable Communities Act Housing Action Plan page 6 o The City’s review of its official controls is including consideration of timelines and processing costs. However, many elements of development review are required by state law, such as public hearings and minimum time for public notices. Other elements are out of the City’s control: incomplete submittal information often delays review and approval. The goal is to reduce costs by collaborating with development interests early and working out design and other issues before significant expenditures in plans and other formal submittal requirements. To maintain existing housing stock to ensure a high-quality environment in all residential neighborhoods (Goal 11), the City will: • Support and actively promote housing rehabilitation programs for existing owner- occupied homes and rental buildings or units. This includes promotion of all county and state programs and non-profit programs. • Utilize the city’s website, newsletter and other sources for promotion and advertising of housing programs. • Continue enforcement of the Housing Maintenance Code to maintain existing housing stock. • Study the feasibility of establishing a program to require a property inspection and disclosure report before residential property changes hands. • Maintain City rental licensing program and enforcement efforts. • Promote programs that encourage maintenance of existing house including a housing remodeling fair, neighborhood watch programs, city beautification programs, city wide clean up programs, etc. • Develop a list of available resources and providers of in-home services to older adults and those with special needs. For further information, contact: Jeff Smyser, AICP City Planner (651)982-2425 jeff.smyser@ci.lino-lakes.mn.us