HomeMy WebLinkAboutCouncil Memo - Contractor LicensingMAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
DATE: 01/15/2013
REGULAR
ITEM #: 19
MOTION
AGENDA ITEM: Contractor Licensing Program
SUBMITTED BY: Rick Chase, Building Official
THROUGH: Dean Zuleger, City Administrator
REVIEWED BY: Kyle Klatt, Planning Director
SUMMARY AND ACTION REQUESTED:
In order to more effectively regulate that building activities in Lake Elmo are undertaken by
professional and competent contractors, Staff recommends improving the existing contractor
licensing program. These improvements include licensing additional trades or types of contractors to
cover a wider array of project types.
STAFF REPORT:
The licensing of contractors working in Lake Elmo is in the public’s interest and provides the
residents with an additional level of protection and competence not currently available. The program
is intended to protect the residents of Lake Elmo by promoting quality and ethical practices in
construction.
In addition to adding different contractor or trade types, Staff is proposing various Code amendments
to support the proposed licensing program. These amendments support the City’s licensing program,
as well as outline the procedures related to its institution.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the Council approve the proposed additions to the City’s contractor licensing
program with the following motion:
“Move to approve Ordinance 08-68, thereby establishing an improved contractor licensing
program to set minimum standards related to competency and professionalism in construction
activities in Lake Elmo, MN.”
Staff further recommends that the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2013-05 authorizing
authorization of summary publication of Ordinance 08-68. This requires a 4/5 vote for passage.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Ordinance 08-68 2. Resolution 2013-05