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HomeMy WebLinkAboutJune 8, 2004 Agenda AGENDA CITY OF DENTON CITY COUNCIL June 8, 2004 After determining that a quorum is presem, the City of DeNon City Council will convene on Tuesday, June 8, 2004 at 4:00 p.m. in the City Council Work Session Room at City Hall, 215 E. McKinney, Denton, Texas. The City Council will convene in a Closed Meeting to consider the specific item listed below under the Closed Meeting section of this agenda. The City Council reserves the right to adjourn into a Closed Meeting on any item on its Open Meeting agenda consistent with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code, as amended, as set forth below. A. Closed Meeting: Consultation with Attorney - Under TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE Section 551.071. Consider and discuss with City's attorneys the issues, valuation, potemial settlement, and status of litigation styled Robert Ortegren and Eva Marie Hennicke, Individually and as Next Friends of Ariana N. Ortegren, a Minor Child, and on Behalf of the Statutory Beneficiaries of Robert T. Ortegren, Deceased, Cause No. 2002-30205-211, curremly pending in the 21 lth District Court, Denton County, Texas. ANY FINAL ACTION, DECISION, OR VOTE ON A MATTER DELIBERATED IN A CLOSED MEETING WILL ONLY BE TAKEN IN AN OPEN MEETING THAT IS HELD IN COMPLIANCE WITH TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE, CHAPTER 551, EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT SUCH FINAL ACTION, DECISION, OR VOTE IS TAKEN IN THE CLOSED MEETING IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PROVISIONS OF §551.086 OF THE TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE (THE "PUBLIC POWER EXCEPTION"). THE CITY COUNCIL RESERVES THE RIGHT TO ADJOURN INTO A CLOSED MEETING OR EXECUTIVE SESSION AS AUTHORIZED BY TEX. GOV'T. CODE, §§551.001, ET SEQ. (THE TEXAS OPEN MEETINGS ACT) ON ANY ITEM ON ITS OPEN MEETING AGENDA OR TO RECONVENE IN A CONTINUATION OF THE CLOSED MEETING ON THE CLOSED MEETING ITEMS NOTED ABOVE, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TEXAS OPEN MEETINGS ACT, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION §§551.071-551.086 OF THE TEXAS OPEN MEETINGS ACT. Following the completion of the Closed Meeting, the City Council will convene in a Special Called Meeting to consider the following: Consider adoption of an ordinance on first reading to volumarily annex 63.32 acres of land generally located west of Swisher Road, and north of Edwards Road in the eastern section of the City of DeNon Extraterritorial Jurisdiction (ETJ). The Planning and Zoning Commission recommends approval (4-0). (Longhorn Development ,4nnexation, .404-0001) Following completion of the Special Called Meeting, the City Council will convene in a Planning Work Session, at which the following items will be considered: NOTE: A Planning Work Session is used to explore matters of interest to one or more City Council Members or the City Manager for the purpose of giving staff direction imo whether or not such matters should be placed on a future regular or special meeting of the Council for City of Demon City Council Agenda June 8, 2004 Page 2 citizen input, City Council deliberation and formal City action. At a Planning Work Session, the City Council generally receives informal and preliminary reports and information from City staff, officials, members of City committees, and the individual or organization proposing council action, if invited by City Council or City Manager to participate in the session. Participation by individuals and members of organizations invited to speak ceases when the Mayor announces the session is being closed to public input. Although Planning Work Sessions are public meetings, and citizens have a legal right to attend, they are not public hearings, so citizens are not allowed to participate in the session unless invited to do so by the Mayor. Any citizen may supply to the City Council, prior to the beginning of the session, a written report regarding the citizen's opinion on the matter being explored. Should the Council direct the matter be placed on a regular meeting agenda, the staff will generally prepare a final report defining the proposed action, which will be made available to all citizens prior to the regular meeting at which citizen input is sought. The purpose of this procedure is to allow citizens attending the regular meeting the opportunity to hear the views of their fellow citizens without having to attend two meetings. 1. Receive outcome statements and hold a discussion regarding Sustainable Development. 2. Receive a report and hold a discussion on desired outcomes for Neighborhoods. Suggestions for Agenda Committee on future agenda items and/or placement of items for upcoming agendas. CERTIFICATE I certify that the above notice of meeting was posted on the bulletin board at the City Hall of the City of Demon, Texas, on the day of ,2004 o'clock (a.m.) (p.m.) CITY SECRETARY NOTE: THE CITY OF DENTON CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION ROOM IS ACCESSIBLE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT. THE CITY WILL PROVIDE SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETERS FOR THE HEARING IMPAIRED IF REQUESTED AT LEAST 48 HOURS IN ADVANCE OF THE SCHEDULED MEETING. PLEASE CALL THE CITY SECRETARY'S OFFICE AT 349-8309 OR USE TELECOMMUNICATIONS DEVICES FOR THE DEAF (TDD) BY CALLING 1-800-RELAY- TX SO THAT A SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETER CAN BE SCHEDULED THROUGH THE CITY SECRETARY'S OFFICE. AGENDA DATE: DEPARTMENT: CM/DCM/ACM: AGENDA INFORMATION SHEET June 8, 2004 Planning and Development Department Jon Fortune, Assistant City Manager SUBJECT A04-0001 (Longhorn Development) Consider adoption of an ordinance on first reading to voluntarily annex 63.32 acres of land generally located west of Swisher Road, and north of Edwards Road in the eastern section of the City of Denton Extraterritorial Jurisdiction (ETJ). The Planning and Zoning Commission recommends approval (4-0). (Longhorn Development Annexation, A04-0001) BACKGROUND Applicant: One Longhorn Land, LP Dallas, TX The applicant, One Longhorn Land, LP, has petitioned for the voluntary annexation of approximately 63.32 acres of land into the City. The 63.32 acres to be annexed will be part of a larger development (88.2 acres) consisting of multi-family development and golf course. The applicant has also submitted a zoning change application to rezone the entire tract proposed for development to the NRMU-12 zoning district (Z04-0002). City Council held public hearings for the annexation on May 4, 2004 and May 18, 2004. The Planning and Zoning Commission held a public hearing for the annexation on May 26, 2004. OPTIONS 1. Proceed with annexation as presented. 2. Proceed with annexation with changes. 3. Discontinue annexation process. RECOMMENDATION The Planning and Zoning Commission recommends approval of the annexation petition. (4-0, Johnson and Roy absent). ESTIMATED PROJECT SCHEDULE The annexation process will be completed by July 20, 2004 (see Attachment 3). PRIOR ACTION/REVIEW Application Date 1 st CC Public Hearing 2nd CC Public Hearing P&Z Public Hearing 1 st Reading of Ordinance January 13, 2004 May 4, 2004 May 18, 2004 May 26, 2004 June 8, 2004 FISCAL INFORMATION Annexation and development of this property will increase the assessed value of the city, county, and school district. It will require no short-term public improvements that are the responsibility of the city. ATTACHMENTS 1. Location Map 2. Public Notification (Property Owner Notification Map and Property Owner Responses) 3. Annexation Schedule 4. Draft Annexation Ordinance Prepared by: Stephen A. Cook, AICP Planning Policy Coordinator Respectfully submitted: Kelly Carpenter, AICP Planning and Development Director ATTACHMENT 1 Location Map A04-0001 (Longhorn Development) NORTH City of Denton SITE City of Denton City of Denton LOCATION MAP Scale: None ATTACHMENT 2 Public Notification NORTH Notification Map 500 City o'~ Benton City of Denton Public Notification Date: April 23, 2004 200' Legal Notices* sent via Certified Mail: 500' Courtesy Notices* sent via 1st Class Mail: Number of responses to 200' Legal Notice · In Opposition: 0 · In Favor: 0 · Neutral: 0 2 11 Scale: None *A copy of the notification list can be picked up at City Hall West, 221 N. Elm Denton TX 76201 4 Property Owner Responses Property Owner Name In favor and Address /Opposed* Comments *A copy of the original notice can be picked up at City Hall West, 221 N. Elm Denton TX 76201 ATTACHMENT 3 ANNEXATION SCHEDULE A04-0001 Longhorn Development Tuesday, 05~04~2004 Tuesday, 05/18~2004 Wednesday, 05/26/2004 Tuesday, 06~08~2004 Tuesday, 07/20/2004 City Council conducts first public hearinq. · Public notice must be no less than 10 days and no more than 20 days before public hearing. [] Annexation Study prepared and available for public review. [] Service Plan prepared and available for public review. City Council conducts second public hearin.q. · Public notice must be no less than 10 days and no more than 20 days before public hearing. Planning and Zoning Commission public hearings - make a recommendation to City Council regarding the proposed annexation and the proposed zonin,q. City Council by a four-fifths vote institutes annexation proceedings. First readinq of annexation ordinance. · Action must be more than 20 days after the second public hearing but less than 40 days from the first public hearing. City Council by a four-fifths vote takes final action. Second readinq and adoption of the annexation ordinance. City Council considers approval of zoning request. · Council action must be more than 30 days after publication of ordinance and less than 90 days after council institutes annexation proceedings (adopts ordinance on 1st reading). 6 S :\Our Documents\Ordinan¢¢s\04~A04 -0001 .DOC ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DENTON, TEXAS, ANNEXING APPROXIMATELY 63.32 ACRES OF LAND CONTIGUOUS AND ADJACENT TO THE CITY OF DENTON, TEXAS, LOCATED WEST OF SWISHER ROAD AND NORTH OF EDWARDS ROAD, IN THE EASTERN SECTION OF TIlE CITY OF DENTON EXTRATERRITORIAL JURISDICTION IN THE GDEON WALKER SURVEY, ABSTRACT NO. 1330, DENTON COUNTY TEXAS, BEING A PORTION OF THAT CERTAIN CALLED 88 ACRE TRACT OF LAND CONVEYED TO BONNIE E. COON-RON AND WIFE MARY LOU COONROD AS RECORDED IN VOLUME 432, PAGE 194, DEED RECORDS OF DENTON COUNTY, TEXAS; APPROVING A SERVICE PLAN FOR THE ANNEXED PROPERTY; PROVDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND PROVDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (A04-0001) WHEREAS, on or about January 13, 2003, the property owner, Bonnie E. Coom'od (the "Petitioner") petitioned for voluntary annexation of approximately 55.2 acres of real property located in the extraterritorial jurisdiction of the City of Denton, Texas; and WHEREAS, on or about April 14, 2004 the Petitioner increased the size of the area to be annexed to approximately 63.32 acres of land as more particularly described in Exhibit "A" attached hereto and made a part hereof by reference (the "Property"); and WHEREAS, on or about May 26, 2004, the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the annexation; and WHEREAS, the City Council finds that the Property contains fewer than 100 separate tracts of land on which one or more residential dwellings are located on each tract; and WHEREAS, this annexation is voluntary and is being made under Subchapter C-1 of Chapter 43 of the Texas Local Government Code; and WHEREAS, the City Council finds that all required notices were given in the time and manner required by law; and WHEREAS, public heatings before the City Council were held in the Council Chambers on May 4, 2004, and May 18, 2004, (both days being on or after the 20th day but before the 40th day of the date of the institution of the proceedings) to allow all interested persons to state their views and present evidence bearing upon this annexation; and WHEREAS, annexation proceedings were instituted for the property described herein by the introduction of this ordinance at a meeting of the City Council on June 8, 2004.;. and WHEREAS, this ordinance has been published in full one time in the official newspaper of the City of Denton on June 13, 2004, after annexation proceedings were instituted and 30 days prior to City Council taking final action, as required by City Charter; and WHEREAS, the City Council finds that the annexation will allow the city to ensure development consistent with The Denton Plan; NOW, THEREFORE, THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DENTON HEREBY ORDAINS: SECTION 1. The findings and recitations contained in the preamble of this ordinance are incorporated herein by reference. SECTION 2. The Property is hereby annexed to the City of Denton, Texas. SECTION 3. The service plan, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part hereof by reference as Exhibit "B" (the "Service Plan") which provides for the extension of mnnicipal services to the Property, is approved as part of this ordinance. The Service Plan was made available for public inspection and explanation to the inhabitants of the area being annexed at the above described public hearings. The Service Plan was consented to by the Petitioner. SECTION 4. Should any part of this ordinance be held illegal for any mason, the holding shall not affect the remaining portion of this ordinance and the City Council hereby declares it to be its purpose to annex to the City of Denton ail portions of the Property lawfully annexed regardless of whether any other part of the Property is declared not to be lawfully annexed into the City. If any part of the Property is akeady included within the city limits of the City of Denton or within the limits of any other city, town or village, or is not within the City of Denton's jurisdiction to annex, the same is hereby excluded fi:om the territory annexed as fully as if the excluded area were expressly described in this ordinance. SECTION 5: This ordinance shall become effective immediately upon its passage and approval. PASSED AND APPROVED this the day of ,2004. ATTEST: JENNIFER WALTERS, CITY SECRETARY EULINEBROCK, MAYOR BY: APPROVED AS TO LEGAL FORM: 2 EXHIBIT "A" All of certain tract of land lying and being situated in the Gideon Walker Survey, Abstract No. 1330, Denton County, Texas, and being a portion of that certain called 88 acre tract of land conveyed to Bonnie E. Coonrod and wife Mary Lou Coonrod, recorded in Volume 432, Page 194, Deed Records of Denton County, Texas, and being more particularly described by metes and bounds as follows: BEGINNING at a point found for the northwest corner of a 4.19 acre tract of land conveyed to Bobby Coonrod, recorded in Volume 961, Page 348, Deed Records of Denton County, Texas, said point being in the north line of said 88 acre tract and being North 86 degrees 46 minutes 50 seconds West, 304.31 feet from the northeast corner of said 88 acre tract, said point being in the south line of the tract of land conveyed to the City of Denton, recorded in Volume 1177, Page 166, Deed Records of Denton County, Texas, and also being in the south line of the existing Denton city limits line established by Ordinance Number 83-18; THENCE South 02 degrees 30 minutes 20 seconds West, along the west line of said 4.19 acre tract, and through the interior of said 88 acre tract, a distance of 598.74 feet to a point for a corner, said point being the southwest corner of said 4.19 acre tract; THENCE South 86 degrees 34 minutes 09 seconds East, along the south line of said 88 acre tract, and said 4.19 acre tract, and through the interior of said 88 acre tract, a distance of 289.44 feet to a point for a corner, said point being in a fence line running north and south on the west line of Swisher Road; THENCE South 02 degrees 13 minutes 37 seconds West, through the interior of said 88 acre tract, and along the said fence line more or less, a distance of 296.76 feet to a point for a corner, said point being in the north line of a 1.06358 acre tract of land conveyed to Rhonda Burkhardt, recorded in Volume 5214, Page 2952, Deed Records of Denton County, Texas; THENCE North 87 degrees 35 minutes 54 seconds West, along the north line of said 1.06358 acre tract, and through the interior of said 88 acre tract, a distance of 288.25 feet to a point for a corner, said point being the northwest corner of said 1.06358 acre tract; THENCE South 02 degrees 28 minutes 11 seconds West, through the interior of said 88 acre tract, a distance of 303.97 feet to a point for a corner; THENCE South 87 degrees 35 minutes 54 seconds East, through the intedor of said 88 acre tract, a distance of 288.25 feet to a point for a comer in the west line of said Swisher Road, and being in said fence line running north and south more or less; THENCE South 02 degrees 28 minutes 11 seconds West, through the interior of said 88 acre tract, and along the west line of said Swisher Road, and along the said fence line 3 running north and south more or less, a distance of 379.42 feet to a point for a corner, said point being in north line where Swisher Road turns west; THENCE North 86 degrees 55 minutes 35 seconds West, along the north line of said Swisher Road, and more or less along a fence line running east and west, and through the interior of said 88 acre tract, a distance of 340.02 feet to a point for corner; THENCE South 02 degrees 28 minutes 11 seconds West, continuing through the interior of said 88 acre tract, a distance of 20.00 feet to a point for a corner, said point being in the south line of said 88 acre tract, same being the north line of a tract of land conveyed to John M. Devries, recorded in Volume 4792, Page 458, Deed Records of Denton County, Texas, said point being in the north line of the existing Denton City limits line established by Ordinance Number 84-17 tract III; THENCE North 86 degrees 55 minutes 35 seconds West, along the south line of said 88 acre tract, a distance of 1388.82 feet to a point for a corner; THENCE North 87 degrees 23 minutes 12 seconds West, continuing along the south line of said 88 acre tract, and along the north line of said Ordinance Number 84-17 Tract III, a distance of 159.82 feet to a point for a corner, said point being an interior comer of said Ordinance Number 84-17 Tract I11; THENCE North 02 degrees 26 minutes 20 seconds East, through the interior of said 88 acre tract, and along the easterly line of said Ordinance Number 84-17 Tract III, a distance of 1606.05 feet to a point for a corner, and being the northeast corner of said Ordinance Number 84-17 Tract Iii, and the south line of said Ordinance Number 83-18; THENCE South 86 degrees 46 minutes 50 seconds East, along the common line of said 88 acre tract, and a tract of land conveyed to the City of Denton, recorded in Volume 1177, Page 166, Deed Records of Denton County, Texas, and the south line of said Ordinance Number 83-18, a distance of 1599.28 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING and containing 2,758,252 square feet or 63.32 acres of land. 4 LOCATION MAP 5 EXHIBIT "B" CITY OF DENTON DRAFT SERVICE PLAN FOR A04-0001 (Longhorn Development) I. AREA ANNEXED The annexation area is located in the northern portion of Denton's Extraterritorial Jurisdiction and contains approximately 63.32 acres generally located west of Swisher Road and north of Edwards Road. II. INTRODUCTION This service plan has been prepared in accordance with the Texas Local Government Code, Sections 43.021, 43.065, and 43.065Co)-(o) (Vernon 1999, as mended). Municipal facilities and services to the annexed area described above will be provided or made available on behalf of the City in accordance with the following plan. The City shall provide the annexed tract the levels of service, infrastructure, and infrastructure maintenance that are comparable to the levels of service, infrastructure, and infrastructure maintenance available in other parts of the city with similar topography, land use, and population density. III. AD VALOREM (PROPERTY OWNER) TAX SERVICES Ae Police Protection, Code Enforcement, and Animal Control Police service, including patrolling, response to calls, and other routine functions, will be provided to the property upon the effective date of the annexation using existing persmmel and equipment. If annexed and developed as proposed, additional personnel and equipment will not needed. Code enforcement and animal control services will also be provided to the property upon the effective date of the annexation. Fire Protection Fire protection (within the limits of existing hydrants) and emergency medical services will be provided to the property upon the effective date of the annexation. The estimated emergency response time in this area is 12 minutes, which is similar to responses for surrounding properties within the city limits. The City of Denton will provide emergency medical services ("EMS"). Cm Roads and Streets Roads and streets, which have been properly platted, duly dedicated, and accepted by the City of Denton and/or Denton County shall be maintained by the City of Denton on the effective date of the annexation. Installation and maintenance of street signs, street lighting and traffic control devices will be maintained by the City of Denton on the effective date of the annexation. 6 Parks and Recreation Facilities Parks and recreational facilities in the area to be annexed will begin upon the effective date of the annexation according to the 2000 Parks and Recreation Master Plan. No parks are currently located within the proposed annexation area. Denton neighborhood park facilities are located within reasonably close distance of the proposed annexation area. Residents of the proposed annexation area will be able to use existing City of Denton park and recreation facilities and programs. Library Services Library services will be made available on the effective date of the annexation on the same basis and at the same level as similar library facilities are maintained throughout the city. Building Inspections and Consumer Health Services Building inspections and consumer health services will be made available on the effective date of the annexation on the same basis and at the same level as similar facilities are maintained throughout the City. Both services are provided on a "cost recovery" basis, and permit fees offset the costs of services delivered. Incomplete construction must obtain building permits from the Building Inspections Department of the City of Denton. Planning and Development Services Planning and development services will be made available on the effective date of the annexation. The Planning and Development Department currently services this property by way of administration of Denton Development Code, Chapter 35 of the Code of Ordinances, concerning subdivision and land development regulations. City Council adopted The Denton Plan, the city's 1999-2020 comprehensive plan, by Ordinance 99-439 on December 7, 1999. The Future Land Use Plan addresses both land in the city and its ETJ, and the subject tracts contain Neighborhood Centers and 100 year Floodplain/Environmentally Sensitive Areas. The Denton Plan designates future land uses to manage the quality and quantity of growth by organizing the land use patterns, by matching land use intensity with available infrastructure, and by preserving floodplains as environmental and open space corridors. The Denton Plan will be used as a basis for final zoning classifications after the properties are annexed. IV. UTILITY (RATEPAYER) SERVICES Solid Waste Collection The City of Denton is the exclusive residential and commercial Solid Waste service provider within Denton's city limits. The City Ordinance requires Solid Waste services for all residences and commercial businesses located in the City. The City of Denton Solid Waste Department is fully funded through the service fees charged, and receives no funding from city tax revenues. Solid waste refuse collection services will be provided to the newly annexed property immediately upon the effective date of the annexation. To request Solid Waste collection services, please telephone the City of Denton Customer Service Department at 940-349-8210 and submit an application to initiate service. To obtain City of Denton Solid Waste schedule, service, and rate information, please telephone the Solid Waste Customer Relations office at 940- 349-8787. Commercial customers are required to complete and submit a Service Agreement to Solid Waste Customer Relations prior to being provided services. Commercial Services Multi-family living units and the golf course facilities are provided solid waste collection services using commercial containers. Containers are available in a variety of sizes utilizing both front load and roll off service. Collection frequencies will be established based on the container size selected and the waste volume generated. The most economical service is obtained by requesting the largest container available for the .area, with the least mount of collection services possible. All refuse placed in the container for collection must be bagged to eliminate wind blown debris and littering. Refuse that is not placed in the container with the lid closed will not be collected. Refuse placed outside the container is subject to code enforcement regulations, including potential fines. Commercial recycling services may be available for specific volumes and types of materials. Please contact the Solid Waste Recycling Division at 940-349-8054 to discuss the potential for the City to provide commercial recycling services and to obtain recycling rate information. The construction and service requirements provided in the Denton Development Plan apply for alt new development. For specific solid waste questions concerning commercial services or construction issues, please contact the Solid Waste Department at 940-349-8069. 8 Landfill Service The City of Denton Solid Waste Landfill hours of operation are 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday; and 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on Saturdays. For disposal information and rates, please contact the Landfill Office at 940-349- 7510. B. WaterfWastewater Facilities The area iies within the City of Denton's Certificate of Convenience and Necessity (CCN) service area for both water and wastewater service. The nearest available water lines that could be extended by the developer to serve the property are an 12" waterline under construction approximately 2000 feet south of the southern property line of the proposed annexation. Parallel 21" and 24" sewer mains are approximately 260' - 360' northwest/north of the northwest property comer. Computer modeling of the wastewater system will provide the means necessary to accommodate ail of the wastewater flows in the existing sewer system downstream of the development. Maintenance of water and wastewater facilities in the area to be annexed that are not within the service area of another water or wastewater utility will begin upon the effective date of the annexation using existing personnel and equipment. The City shall provide a level of water and wastewater service, infrastructure, and infrastructure maintenance that is comparable to the level of services, infi:astmcture, and infrastructure maintenance available in other parts of the city with topography, land use, and population density similar to those reasonably contemplated or projected in the area. C. Drainage Services Drainage maintenance will be provided to the property upon the effective date of the annexation. The City shall provide a level of drainage services, infrastructure, and infrastructure maintenance that is comparable to the level of services, infrastructure, and infrastructure maintenance available in other parts of the city with topography, land use, and population density similar to those reasonably contemplated or projected in the area. D. Electrical Services Denton Municipal Electric is certified by the State and is obligated to provide electric utility service to the annexation area should a request be made by a property owner. Electric utility service will be made available on the effective date of the annexation on the same basis and at the same level as similar facilities are maintained throughout the city. Denton Municipal Electric is the current electric service provider for this site. VI. VI. VII. OTHER SERVICES Other services that may be provided by the City, such as municipal and general administration will be made available on the effective date of the annexation. The City shall provide a level of services, infrastructure, and infrastructure maintenance that is comparable to the level of services, infrastructure, and infrastructure maintenance available in other parts of the City with topography, land use, and population density similar to those reasonably contemplated or projected in the area. CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM (CIP) No new construction of additional water, sewer, street, and drainage facilities is contemplated within the annexed area as a result of this annexation because the annexed area on the date of annexation will have a level of full municipal services equal to other areas witkin the City having similar characteristics of topography, land use, and population density. Thus, no construction of public improvements is contemplated as a result of this annexation that would begin within two and a half (2 ½) years after the effective date of the annexation. The City shall consider construction of other public improvements as the needs dictate on the same basis as such public improvements are considered throughout the City for areas having similar characteristics of topography, land use, and population density. UNIFORM LEVEL OF SERVICES MAY NOT BE REQUIRED Nothing in this plan shall require the City to provide a uniform level of full municipal services to each area of the City, including the annexed area, if different characteristics of topography, land use, and population density are considered a sufficient basis for providing different levels of service. TERM This service plan shall be valid for a term of ten (10) years. Renewal of the service plan shall be at the discretion of City Council. AMENDMENTS The service ptan may be amended if the City Council determines at a public hearing that changed conditions or subsequent occurrences make this service plan unworkable or obsolete. The City Council may amend the service plan to conform to the changed conditions or subsequent occurrences pursuant to Texas Local Government Code, Section 43.056 (Vernon Supp. 2000). PETITIONER HEREBY CONSENTS TO THE ABOVE SERVICE PLAN Borme E. Coonrod Date: l0 AGENDA INFORMATION SHEET AGENDA DATE: DEPARTMENT: CM/DCM/ACM: June 8, 2004 Planning and Development Department Jon Fortune, Assistant City Manager SUBJECT Receive a report and hold a discussion on desired outcomes for neighborhoods. BACKGROUND "Successful neighborhoods are those communities in which we choose to live and work; communities that define themselves and determine their own destiny. Successful neighborhoods are "sustainable" neighborhoods, in that they retain these qualities indefinitely, evolving in response to internal and external forces and events." -- Robert Foxworthy, AICP, Looking at Neighborhoods - Observations from Successful Neighborhoods in Seattle Increased traffic congestion, loss of open space, infrastructure costs, and a desire for more housing options have all made growth managemem and sustainable developmem increasingly powerful strategies for building and revitalizing communities, catalyzing economic developmem and protecting the environment. Many states and localities are seeking to preserve existing neighborhoods and to create new sustainable neighborhoods that offer a variety of transportation options, access to parks and recreation, a wide range of housing types, economic opportunity, lively streets, and quiet residemial neighborhoods. Summary June 2002 Staff White Paper On June 11, 2002, the DeNon City Council considered a staff white paper on Neighborhood Preservation. A summary of that white paper is provided in this next section, however the entire paper is included as Attachmem 2 of this report. The paper provided a more narrow framework for idemifying the range of tools available to address neighborhood stability, decline, revitalization and the appropriate timing for their use. This report proposes a broader framework. The Neighborhood Succession Model asserts that: © Neighborhood sustainability is impacted by its stage of change. o Understanding of neighborhood life cycles can help idemify appropriate preservation activities and priorities. The stages are summarized and then set forth in the table below. All neighborhoods experience stages of succession. The first stage is new construction, when a city has the greatest opportunity to ensure sustainable neighborhood developmem. The second stage is a built out and stable period (maturation), during which preservation and maimenance are the focus. The third stage is a gradual period of deterioration and decline. Intervention and revitalization efforts must occur during the transition period between stability and decline and become more costly in proportion to the extent that decline has progressed. Indicators of neighborhood life cycle changes and Denton's intervention tools as identified in the June 2002 paper include: INDICATORS DENTON TOOLS · Street alignment and connectivity · Capacity of utility lines and plants · Preservation of cultural, historic and natural features · City's ability to provide timely public services and facilities · The Denton Plan · Master Plans · Denton Development Code · Park Dedication Ordinance · Building Permits/Inspections · Impact Fee Program · Impact Fee Incentive Grant · Capital Improvement Programs INDICATORS DENTON TOOLS · Well established boundaries · Existing housing in standard condition · Number of undeveloped lots · Infrastructure in place, small scale improvements · Trees and vegetation nearing maturity · Physical environment is mostly built out · Active neighborhood leadership and groups · Conservation Districts · Historic Preservation · Design Guidelines · Neighborhood Empowerment Program · Community Development/Human Services Activities · Homebuyer Assistance Program · Public Facility Improvement Assistance · Code Enforcement · Community Oriented Policing · Small Area Plans · Public Facilities Maintenance · Active neighborhood associations INDICATORS DENTON TOOLS · Housing in poor condition · Numerous vacant and underused lots · Increase in rental units over owner occupied units · Liquor stores, pawnshops and auto- related activities proliferate · Public infrastructure in dire need of maintenance and repair · Proposed Land Conveyance Program · Infill Construction Opportunities · Home Improvement Loan Program · Optional Reconstruction Program · Rental Rehabilitation Program · Demolition/Lot Clearance Activity · Code Enforcement · Small Area Plans · Community Oriented Policing · Habitat for Humanity Denton Council 2002 comments after its discussion on Neighborhood Preservation · There are active and viable neighborhood associations o Promote their neighborhood o Protect borders o Have successful partnerships with city staff · A good neighborhood is: o Safe © Low crime © Orderly traffic flow o Well maintained-high quality construction o Stable o Friendly o Small amount of rental property · Council would not support these items to facilitate neighborhood preservation: o Programs that favor non-profit organizations over the profit organizations o Assistance for rental units - have only for owner-occupied homes o Programs based on ethnicity o Programs that would encourage demolition of well preserved existing neighborhoods older DISCUSSION Denton Tools to Assist Neighborhoods Denton has a variety of programs to encourage citizen involvement and citizen investment in protecting, preserving and enhancing their neighborhoods. The following actions could enhance and improve these programs: 1. Continue to perform neighborhood (small area) planning A. Work with residents, business owners and others in specific areas, to prepare recommendations on future land use, transportation, and public improvements. This framework assists decision makers guiding development and capital funding in that area and sets the stage for neighborhood self-definition and self-improvement. B. Provide adequate funding to leverage private investment and state and federal grants, and to help spur catalyst projects. 2. Utilize Overlay Districts and Develop Infill Development Policy The Denton Plan supports incentives that encourage infill. Infill development can take various forms in including single family, townhouses (attached single family), smaller lots, and mixed-uses. Flexibility to achieve appropriate infill supported by neighborhoods may require amendments to the Denton Development Code. 3. Continue to work with universities to perform collaborative planning with city, universities and surrounding neighborhoods. Cooperative planning can help achieve neighborhood preservation, economic development, provide housing options, create walkable neighborhoods, and improve open space. 4. Enhance Neighborhood Services Program by providing funding and staffing to implement the following: A. Establish the "Neighborhood Program" to encourage educated and active neighborhoods and to mobilize community/neighborhood resources: · Neighborhood Workshops/Monthly Education Series/Citizens Academy/Leadership Summit on these or other issues (See Albuquerque, Spokane as good examples.): o Land Use and Zoning o Capital Improvements o How to make a presentations to City Council, Planning and Zoning Commission, and other Boards and Commissions o Crime Prevention through Environmental Design (CPTED) o How to Start/Establish a Neighborhood Association o Skills to Serve on City Boards and Commissions · Develop articles that may be used by neighborhood groups/associations in their newsletters · Create a list serve of neighborhood leaders/citizens to keep informed about public meetings, public notices and citywide events B. Re-establish Neighborhood Enhancement Grant Program to assist in improving entrances to neighborhoods, enhancing the character of a neighborhood or adding features to public property in a neighborhood. The City's Neighborhood Empowerment Program (NEP) partnered the City and its neighborhoods to complete grant-matched neighborhood proposed projects that fostered self-help, neighborhood pride, and beautified or enhanced Denton's neighborhoods. Seven NEP projects were completed between 2001-2003 before the program was discontinued due to budget cuts. The following neighborhoods and/or organizations received funding for NEP projects: Highland Park Circle, Southridge Estates, Friends of Nette Schultz, Forrestridge, Windriver, and North Central Denton Neighborhood Association. Enhance Code Enforcement PACE (Pro-Active Code Enforcement) programs by providing adequate funding and staffing to implement the following initiatives: A. Provide neighborhood training and education B. Establish Code Rangers Program to promote healthy neighborhoods through community empowerment · Program goal is to establish and maintain a strong relationship between citizens' organizations and the Denton Code Enforcement Section · Volunteers, serving as Code Rangers, send reports of suspected code violations to the City and the City sends courtesy letters to property owners and residents regarding possible code violations in an effort to improve the appearance and safety of the neighborhood C. Step up enforcement by providing additional officers. ·Effectively serve all areas of the city. · Enforce grass and weedy lots, which have increased within the past three years. · Properly enforce proposed new City ordinances: Street Trees and Lighting D. Implement a rental residential inspection program In an effort to ensure proper maintenance of all multi-family complexes and to prevent the decline of apartment buildings resulting from inadequate maintenance practices as well as to ensure that fundamental life safety issues are addressed, an annual inspection program is recommended. Continue to Support Economic and Community Development Activities A. Community Development Programs that assist low-income households or targeted to at-risk youth and families in low-income neighborhoods: · After school care · Housing Assistance · Home Improvement · Lead Abatemem · Remal Rehabilitation · Optional Reconstruction B. Enhance Community Developmem Programs by providing adequate funding to re- establish New Housing Construction Program Enhance the Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) Program by providing adequate funding to continue implementation of the following programs and objectives: The COPS program allows direct participation of citizens in forming the Police Departmem's action plans. Citizens not only share in the decision making process but are expected to share the responsibility to reduce crime in their neighborhood. COPS generated a great deal of imerest and support within the city. The first program was implememed in Southeast Demon. Many new programs from differem areas of the city have been established. Texas Woman's University established a health care facility in Southeast Demon to provide free medical and demal services to low-income citizens. The business community donated money and services to fund a community newsletter, and a bicycle patrol unit in the police departmem. COPS was expanded to the west side of Demon in 1990. The Owsley Neighborhood Association was formed. An adult literacy program has been successfully initiated. A computer literacy program for children was also established. All of the programs implememed were made possible by the formation of a group called the Owsley Coalition. The coalition has expanded to include many social service agencies. The Fry Street COPS Initiative, which received national recognition, was started in 1996, in cooperation with the Fry Street Developmem Corp (non-profit). This initiative cominues to be a partnership of the neighborhood merchams, the Demon Police, UNT Police, and Adult probation. PRIOR ACTION/REVIEW · The City Council adopted The Denton Plan 1999-2020: Comprehensive Plan of the City of Denton, Texas on December 7, 1999. · The Demon Developmem Code was adopted by City Council on February 2, 2002 and were into effect on February 20, 2002. · A white paper on Neighborhood Preservation was presented to the City Council on August 12, 2003. · A report on Planned Developments, Alternative Development Plans and Overlay Districts was presemed to the City Council on February 24, 2004. · A report on Infill Developmem was presemed to the City Council on March 23, 2004. SPEAKERS John Cox is Developmem Project Coordinator for the City of Fort Worth Housing Departmem. John has served in this capacity for 9 years and will be speaking on Fort Worth's Neighborhood Revitalization and Model Blocks Program and community empowermem. Ken Hughes is owner of UC Urban. Ken's area of emphasis has been large, inner-city mixed-use developments containing loft apartments, office, retail and entertainment uses. Current developments also include a single-family infill urban neighborhood and mid-rise and high-rise residential condominiums and for-rent apartments in Ft. Worth, Texas. Ken will be speaking on the South of Seventh project, an infill and mixed-use project located on a 25-acre site in one of Fort Worth's urban villages. The City of Fort Worth secured $3.5 million in federal funds for roadway and pedestrian improvements in the area. Ken's presentation will also focus on downtown and universities as an excellent way to address mixed uses as a means of economic development and he will address how he has been able to respond to neighborhood opposition to infill development. ATTACHMENTS 1. Case Studies in neighborhood preservation 2. White Paper - Neighborhood Preservation (June 11, 2002) 3. Neighborhood Resource Directory (Economic Development Department Publication) Prepared by: Dedra Den6e Ragland, AICP Comprehensive Planning and Research Manager Respectfully submitted: Kelly Carpenter, AICP Planning and Development Director Attachment 1: Case Studies The following cities have active programs that support neighborhood preservation: Fort Worth: The City of Fort Worth provides various neighborhood revitalization programs to help strengthen neighborhoods and build safe communities. Several city departmems are responsible for administering programs that encourage neighborhood preservation and sustainability. The Neighborhood Outreach and information Office, a division of the Community Relations Department, serves the residents of Fort Worth by encouraging and assisting neighborhoods with the organization of neighborhood associations, helping and supporting existing neighborhood associations, facilitating communication between residents and city departmems, providing useful information to neighborhoods, and developing education opportunities for neighborhood associations to grow and be successful. The Housing and Economic and Community Development Department administer programs that aim at preserving and enhancing Fort Worth's neighborhoods. The Housing Department administers, coordinates and implements the Neighborhood Empowerment Zone Program, the Special Target Areas Program, and the Model Blocks Program. Neighborhood planning assistance, capacity building, funding, and developmem incemives are also available through the Housing Department. These programs revitalize neighborhoods through organizing and empowering residems to effectively idemify issues and work toward their solution. Neighborhood Empowermem Zone (NEZ): Promotes housing, economic developmem and quality services in Fort Worth Cemral City. Municipal property tax abatemems, fee waivers and release of City liens are available to property owners who build or rehabilitate property within a NEZ. These incemives are designed to promote affordable housing, economic developmem and expanded services. Special Target Areas: Areas designated by the Fort Worth City Council and targeted for housing, infrastructure and other improvements. The Housing Department is currently implememing projects in two special target areas: Polytechnic Heights Educational Corridor and Polytechnic Heights/Wesleyan Corridor. The Model Blocks Program: The City of Fort Worth's premier neighborhood revitalization program aimed at "building strong neighborhoods, a safe community and sound economy", it makes a visible impact in a manageable geographical area by concemrating City activities and resources of $1.2 million in Community Developmem Block Gram (CDBG) and HOME investmem Partnerships Program (HOME) funds in the selected neighborhood. From the inception of the program in 1993, 14 Model Blocks have been selected. Neighborhoods in different stages of development compete for Model Blocks designation. The program is based on the following principles: · Comprehensiveplanning and implementation · Resident empowerment · Public-privatepartnership · Leveraging of Resources infill Housing Program: Also referred to as the Dream Home Program is responsible for redeveloping once-thriving residential areas in the central city with new subdivisions and infill housing on scattered available lots in targeted areas. The City contracts with specific private and nonprofit homebuilders, to build new homes featuring several floor plans. Financial Assistance is provided by the City of Fort Worth via Closing Cost/Down Payment Assistance and Deferred Payment Loan Assistance Programs for first-time buyers. The Economic and Community Development Department is responsible for promoting economic prosperity in central city neighborhoods, one of the development and redevelopment goals set for the City by the City Council. incentives: incentives help to facilitate neighborhood preservation and central city revitalization in Fort Worth. The City of Fort Worth monitors incentives to ensure that provisions are enforced and that incentives are proportionate to the economic benefit to the City. incentives are evaluated on a case-by-case basis and are based on the merits of individual projects. There are a number of incentive programs offered by the City of Fort Worth through its various departments. All incentive requests are approved by the Fort Worth City Council. · Brownfields Site Assessment · City-Owned Surplus Property · Community Facilities Agreement · Historic Property Tax Exemption · Model Blocks Program · Neighborhood Empowerment Zone (NEZ) · Public Improvement Districts (PID) · Tax Abatement Program · Tax Increment Financing · The Enterprise Zone Program Public-Private Partnerships: One of the strategies for revitalizing Fort Worth's urban villages is to provide capital improvements that leverage private investment and enhance pedestrian and transit access. Three levels of public investment help spur development: Off-site improvements such as infrastructure, streetscape and landscape improvements; specific community facilities such as structured parking, water and sewer service, roadways and sidewalks, or other public amenities; and collaboration with developers and investors on a specific development, either financially or by facilitating the approval process. Magnolia Green Construction for the mixed-use development along Hemphill and Magnolia will soon be underway. Once completed, the project will consist of 150,000 square feet of office space, 56,000 square feet of retail with a major anchor, and 32 residential units. This million development will also include free public parking, and a public park. Site plan for Magnolia $40 South of 7th Directly across from the old Montgomery Ward building on W 7th Street, and just west of the Trinity River, construction has recently begun on a mixed-use development project. The first phase will consist of 12 units of town homes, but the full project calls for 465 units of town homes, high-rise condominiums, high/mid-rise apartments, and approximately 144,000 square feet of commercial. Site plan for South of 7th Project Evans & Rosedale A few years ago, the City and people from the community collaborated to create a vision that would help revitalize a once thriving part of Port Worth. The first step toward redeveloping the area has been the urban redesign of Evans Avenue into a pedestrian walkway, which is nearing completion. As the City and the Rendering of Proposed Library and Health Department community continue to work together, an Plaza in the Evans & Rosedale Business and Cultural District. Evans and Rosedale Taskforce has begun meeting monthly to discuss plans for constructing a new complex that will house the Health Department, and a relocated Shamblee Library. This development also calls for the renovation of the Tommy Tucker building into an African-American Genealogic center. McKinney: The City of McKinney's Affordable Housing Services Office promotes neighborhood preservation through the following programs and services: Down Payment Assistance Program. The City of McKinney offers Down Payment Assistance to low-to-moderate-income families wishing to purchase a home within the city. Qualifying participants in the program are responsible for finding a new homebuilder, selecting a new home and obtaining mortgage financing. HOME Program. The HOME Investment Partnership program is funded by a grant from the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA). This program provides first-time homebuyer down payment assistance to low-moderate-income individuals and families. The funds provided to each qualifying household must be used to cover down payment and closing costs. The City of McKinney does not currently have funding available under this program. The City of McKinney also administers it's own in-house program for down payment assistance (see above), which is administered under the same guidelines. Infill Affordable Housing Program. McKinney has just completed its first major infill affordable housing program, the Standifer Place Addition, located in the Southeast section of the city. By rezoning a Single-Family Residential district to a Planned Development (Single- Family Residential Uses), city planners facilitated the revitalization of an older area of McKinney. Many of the lots in the surrounding existing residential areas were smaller than the zoning requirement of 6,000 square feet. An overlay district was created to address the mix of lot sizes within the infill area. The Standifer Place Addition is currently in the early phases of development. North Richland Hills: The Neighborhood Services Department is responsible for neighborhood preservation in North Richland Hills. The Department is proactive in three main areas of the city: Environmental Resources, Humane Division, Consumer Health and Code Enforcement: Environmental Resources is responsible for educating the public about recycling, composting, clean air and other earth friendly issues. The Humane Division is a division of the Neighborhood Services Department, and exists to help protect the health, safety and welfare of both people and animals in the community. Consumer Health is charged with protecting the health and safety of the public by ensuring that all food service establishments, public and semi-public swimming pools, daycare and retirement centers meet safe and sanitary requirements. Code Enforcement is responsible for inspecting properties within the City to enforce specific City Ordinances related to public nuisances, zoning violations and substandard buildings. The code enforcement officers are authorized to pursue criminal and civil remedies to abate nuisances within North Richland Hills for the purpose of maintaining a safe, sanitary and clean City. Neighborhood Services administers the Neighborhood Initiative Program, which is instrumental in facilitating collaboration between citizens, non-profit organizations, businesses, and city government. Neighborhood Initiative Program. This program partners with citizens, non-profit organizations and businesses to provide assistance for those in need. Its goal is to revitalize neighborhoods and assist the elderly and disabled by asking volunteers to: · Identify needs of neighborhoods 10 · Meet their neighbors · Provide minor home repair · Visit elderly neighbors · Provide minor clean up on houses in violation of the City's ordinances The program has established partnerships with various businesses and non-profit organizations, such as Keep North Richland Hills Beautiful, area churches, the Community Enrichment Center, Meals on Wheels, Northeast Emergency Distribution, and Northeast Transportation Services. WHITE PAPER NEIGHBORHOOD PRESERVATION: TOWARD SUSTAINABLE NEIGHBORHOODS Prepared By: Dedra Ragland, Smafl Area Planning Division City of Denton Planning & Development Department City Hall West, 221 North Elm Street, Denton, TX 76201 940.349.8350 Co-Authors: Stephen Cook, Development Services Linda Ratliff, Economic Development Jufie Glover, Main Street Barbara Ross, Community Development Ed Hodney, Parks and Recreation Greg Mitchell, Building Inspections Greg Hedges, Denton Pofice Department Lt. Scott Fletcher, Denton Pofice Department Katherine Barnett, Utilities TABLE OF CONTENTS ........................................................................................... I. Neighborhood Preservation: Toward Sustainable Neighborhoods .................................................... 1 II. The Stages of Neighborhood Change (The Neighborhood Succession Model) ............................... 2 Phase I: Design and Development ............................................................................................................ 3 Sustainability indicators for new neighborhood developments ........................................................ 4 Tools utilized to stimulate the creation of sustainable neighborhoods: .......................................... 4 1. Comprehensive Plans ......................................................................................................................... 4 Urban Design ......................................................................................................................................... 4 Design Revie,: ......................................................................................................................................... 5 Design G,i#e/ines .................................................................................................................................... 5 2. Master Plans ......................................................................................................................................... 5 3. Land Use Regulations ......................................................................................................................... 5 Zoning ..................................................................................................................................................... 5 P/at ~ S,bdig'sion Reg,/ations .............................................................................................................. 6 Park Dedi~wtion ...................................................................................................................................... 6 Impa~z Fees ............................................................................................................................................. 6 4. Building Permits & Inspections ........................................................................................................ 6 Geen Bm'/ding ........................................................................................................................................ 6 5. Economic Development .................................................................................................................... 6 Ta:~ Increment Einancing ........................................................................................................................ 6 Homeovmer ~qssociations ......................................................................................................................... 7 P,b/ic Improvement Distn'cts. .................................................................................................................. 7 Insert: How Can Cities Create Sustainable Neighborhoods? ...................................................... 8 Phase II: Maturation ................................................................................................................................. 0 Sustainability indicators for mature neighborhoods ......................................................................... Tools utilized to manage, maintain and/or increase sustainability ................................................. 1. Economic Development .................................................................................................................. B.siness Retention and Recr. itment Programs ....................................................................................... Conservation Dist~z'cts. .......................................................................................................................... 2 Histon'c Preservation ............................................................................................................................. 2 Local Histon'c Distn'cts. ........................................................................................................................ 2 2. Community Development ............................................................................................................... 2 Comm.ni[y Development Block Grants (CDBG) ................................................................................. 3 Home Investment Partnershi~ (HOME) ............................................................................................... 3 Other Programs ..................................................................................................................................... 3 3. Code Enforcement ........................................................................................................................... 3 Comm.ni[y ~testhetics. .......................................................................................................................... 4 4. Community Policing ......................................................................................................................... 4 5. Small Area Plans ................................................................................................................................ 4 6. Public Facilities Maintenance .......................................................................................................... Phase III: Decline .................................................................................................................................... 5 Sustainability indicators for declining neighborhoods ...................................................................... 6 Tools utilized to revitalize and reinvest in declining neighborhoods .............................................6 1. Economic Development .................................................................................................................. 6 Ente~n'se Zones ................................................................................................................................... 6 Transit On'ented Developments (TODs) ................................................................................................ 7 2. Community Development ............................................................................................................... 7 ~tjJbrdab/e Ho.sing oc trateg~ .................................................................................................................. 7 Preservation (Existi~ Ho.si~ ....................................................................................................... 7 In~#// Development .............................................................................................................................. 8 Rental Ho.si~ Im~ections ................................................................................................................ 8 III. Conclusion .................................................................................................................................................. 8 Insert: Neighborhood Deterioration Factors ................................................................................... 9 Appendix: Cities Promoting Sustainable Neighborhoods ......................................................... A1 NEIGHBORHOOD PRESERVATION: TOWARD SUSTAINABLE NEIGHBORHOODS Neighborhoods are the building blocks of any city. The health of a city is largely dependent on the vitality of its neighborhoods. The physical and social conditions in neighborhoods define the quality of life for urban residents. A neighborhood is a cluster of homes with distinguishing features and amenities, established boundaries, and common interests and associations. The home is the single-most important purchase made during the life of most families, and neighborhood preservation affects both the investment value and quality of life issues. Neighborhoods can vary considerably in housing cost, density, amenities, open space, and services. Through the first quarter of the 20~h century, the United States was developed in the form of compact, mixed-use neighborhoods. The pattern began to change with the emergence of modern architecture, zoning and the ascension of the automobile. After World War II, a new development pattern occurred nationwide, replacing neighborhoods with a rigorous separation of uses that has become known as suburban development and at its worst, sprawl. By addressing neighborhood quality, cities can maintain overall health, desirability, livability and sustainability. One measure of a city's success is its sustainability over time--its ability to keep meeting demands of residents and businesses in a way that can be sustained with available resources. How do revitalization and preservation strategies relate to new and developed neighborhoods? New housing is built to respond to the perceived market demands of the time, with the neighborhood's design, services and other amenities reflecting the features desired by residents of that era. As demographics, lifestyles and other resident characteristics change, and as the structures age, a neighborhood remains desirable only if it is aesthetically maintained and if it continues to meet the needs of new residents. Local action, to create functional neighborhoods and maintain developed neighborhoods' physical assets and reinvest in features that meet new needs, is critical if neighborhoods and cities are to thrive in the future. Neighborhoods remain healthy only when they are able to sustain and regenerate themselves by attracting new residents and reinvesUnent. Declining neighborhoods are places that have lost their appeal to both longtime and prospective residents, who choose to move elsewhere. The topic of neighborhood preservation is very complex, and a majority of cities have used a variety of approaches to address unique needs. In this white paper, staff suggests that an understanding of a neighborhood's typical "life cycle" is necessary to determine appropriate governmental activities and priorities. If a municipality can identify neighborhood preservation goals, the proper tools can be employed to address problems on a prioritized basis. THE STAGES OF NEIGHBORHOOD CHANGE In general, most neighborhoods are subject to typical life cycle stages that have been experienced throughout the nation, as shown above. The concept of a neighborhood's life cycle demonstrates an important point: neighborhoods are dynamic places subject to significant changes over time. By recognizing that different stages do exist, municipal efforts can be utilized to sustain healthy and attractive neighborhoods. The graphic is an oversimplification and generalization of the evolution of neighborhoods. It does not reflect the duration of each stage. It is utilized to demonstrate that throughout a neighborhood's life cycle, there are various measures at a community's disposal to help neighborhoods become and remain viable, livable and attractive. The remaining sections of this paper discuss the different stages in a neighborhood's evolution, the indicators of each stage and the intervention tools appropriate to create sustainable neighborhoods; to preserve neighborhoods; and, to revitalize and transform neighborhoods that are no longer sustainable. Throughout a neighborhood's life cycle, there are numerous tools that cities can utilize to sustain neighborhoods. These tools are not strictly limited to one particular stage in a neighborhood's life cycle. In fact, there is often crossover between all three stages. For purposes of this discussion, each tool has been placed in the stage where it is believed to have the greatest impact. The life cycle model primarily focuses on neighborhoods that are predominantly residential in character with a limited mix of commercial, retail and institutional uses that support the residences. 2 Phase I: Design and Development The built environment is a critical factor in shaping the quality of life, accessibility, environmental burden, and unique character of a community, which contributes to a sense of place. The ways in which homes are designed and constructed, commercial buildings erected, roads and sewers laid, whole neighborhoods and communities planned and built, and open space allocated and preserved are all fundamental to creating a neighborhood, a community that over time will remain sustainable. Before a new neighborhood site is buildable, it must have adequate access to roads, utilities, water and sewer service. The site preparation, which requires grading and building streets and extending water, sewerage, and other utilities to the building sites, is a primary beginning point towards creating a sustainable neighborhood. New neighborhood developments should be checked for their compliance with the comprehensive plan. Master plans are checked for sanitary sewers, storm runoff, major and minor streets and public facilities to determine how well the proposed development fits into those community plans. The Capital Improvements Program (CIP) must be evaluated to determine how public facilities that are or are not programmed in the future may impact and/or serve a new development. Building codes can shape how much energy, water, and materials a building consumes in its construction and operation. Zoning ordinances frequently influence decisions on construction, design, and siting of buildings and developments, and therefore the degree of likely human interaction. During Phase Is cities have the greatest impact on creating sustainable neighborhoods. Many activities of daily living should occur within walking distance, allowing independence to those who do not drive. Interconnected networks of sweets should be designed to encourage walking, reduce the number and length of automobile trips, and conserve energy. Furthermore, a broad range of housing types bringing people of diverse ages, race and incomes interact to strengthen the personal and civic bonds essential to an authentic community are also desirable. Sustainability indicators for new neighborhood developments: Positive · Streets are aligned with existing or proposed streets · Utility lines are properly sized · Drainage or other natural hazards do not create problems for abutting properties or for future residents in the subdivision · Improvements are sufficient to serve the proposed uses and are of a quality of construction to minimize future public maintenance costs · Natural amenities are preserved · Size and shape of lots and blocks are compatible with the proposed uses and meet all land use restrictions · Subdivision can be served with necessary public services and facilities · Timing of development is in phase with the community's ability to provide services · Site plan is compatible with the neighborhood and community · Design of the subdivision creates maximum safety for the future occupants Tools utilized to stimulate the creation of sustainable neighborhoods: 1. Comprehensive Plans Urban Design Design Review Design G,ide#nes 2. Master Plans 3. Land Use Regulations S~bdivision Reg~&tions Pm~ Dedication Impact Fees 4. Building Permits and Inspections 5. Economic Development Home O~vner Mssodations ~IOM0 P~b/ic Impwvement Dhtdcts ~ID0 1. Comprehensive Plans The comprehensive plan is a powerful tool used to determine and coordinate desirable locations and patterns of neighborhood development. Through the comprehensive plan, growth is directed to areas that can accommodate new development and still retain local community character, and communities are assisted in determining the appropriate timing and location for infrastructure repair and extension. The comprehensive plan is a statement of what the community wants, of goals, of desires, and ambitions. It guides and influences decisions on how a neighborhood and community develops, grows and changes. Urban Design Urban design is a branch of planning primarily concerned with the functional and 4 visual relationships between people and their physical environment. Urban design is directly involved with housing, transportation, open space, institutional services, commerce and industry. Urban design focuses on conservation, the determination of what is to be protected; development focus, the determination of where and how development investments are to be located, and; development character, the determination of appropriate physical forms and types of use. Desig~ Review An important manifestation of increased concern for community appearance is the large number of communities that have adopted design review programs. The motivations for these programs are the desire to enhance the community's appearance, to protect its character and distinctiveness and to sustain its desirability, livability and economic benefits of appropriate design. Quality design is important especially in communities lacking obvious natural or cultural features that mark some places as inherently distinctive. Design review standards focus on attributes of development as visual harmony and character. Desig~ Guidelines Design guidelines function as a common set of parameters for new construction and rehabilitation. For builders and developers, guidelines explain the context within which design changes should take place, outline significant characteristics to be retained or supported by renovation or new construction, and provide recommendations and techniques for treating specific materials. For property owners, guidelines help ensure that future design changes in the district will enhance the values of exiting properties. For the community, guidelines increase the chances that the community image reflected in the built environment will be maintained for future generations. 2. Master Plans Master plans are functional plans that deal specifically with housing, transportation, open space, recreation, systems of water supply and sewage disposal, and other community facilities, each independently but in coordination with the Comprehensive Plan. Development proposals are measured against these service plans. Master plans are used to provide for: 1. The establishment of service areas, fl~e size, standards, location and phasing of water and sewer treatment facilities 2. The locations and standards for park and recreation areas 3. The identification of critical environmental areas fl~at should be protected 4. The location, capacity and nature of transportation systems 5. Standards for school size, land area and location considerations 6. Standards for control of septic systems, water wells, sewage treatment plants, etc. 7. The development proportion of costs of public facilities and services 8. Where and when physical improvements are to be made, fl~e size of these in~provements, and how they will be financed. 3. Land Use Regulations Cities have numerous regulatory tools and techniques at their disposal to help facilitate the implementation of neighborhood preservation. Land use regulations serve as predictable guides for change and also improve the economic health and harmonious evolution of sustainable neighborhoods. Zoning, Zoning is the most commonly used local device for regulating the use of land and implementing the comprehensive plan. Zoning regulates the use of land and structures and the dimensional characteristics of permitted uses, such as minimum lot sizes, the placement of structures on lots, the density of development, and the maximum height of buildings. In addition, zoning ordinances regulate non-dimensional aspects of development such as landscaping, architectural design and features, signage, traffic circulation and storm water management. Pla t & Subdivision Regula tions Subdivision regulations are a tool to fashion development in defined ways and by prescribed methods, regulating the use of private land in the public interest. Specifically, subdivision regulations provide for the division of property and infrastructure, including roadways, water, sewerage, drainage, and open space development and dedication. Park Dedica tion Park dedication is based on the premise that the costs of providing neighborhood parks, like streets and other public infrastructure, should be borne directly by the developments that generate the demand for and will most directly benefit from them. Parks and open spaces are places to play, to relax, to enjoy the natural environment, and to connect socially with others in the community. They can define a neighborhood and provide a cultural and historical focal point. If properly designed and maintained, parks can enhance the economic value of nearby properties. Linear open spaces can be used to knit together neighborhoods with other important elements of the urban fabric, including schools, government service centers and commercial developments. Such lands can also serve as an effective buffer between incompatible land uses. In short, public parks and open spaces help to protect the social, economic and aesthetic qualities that a city values. Impa ct Fees Impact fees are charges or an assessment imposed by a municipality against new development in order to generate revenue for funding or recouping the costs of capital improvements or facility expansions necessitated by and attributable to the new development. By requiring that new developments pay a proportional share of the costs of such improvements, cities are assured of providing adequate public facilities to serve the new development. 4. Building Permits & Inspections Inspection is the last step of the design and development process. It is where the 'built out' process is reviewed (inspected) to ensure that it meets the specifications of the previously approved plans submitted to obtain the required building permits. Inspections are performed based upon the details of the construction requirements contained within the approved plans. If the building complies, this process leads to a Certificate of Occupancy. Green Building Sustainable buildings are built to use less energy. Buildings are not alive, but they do have lives. They have life spans that include the periods of their design, construction, operation and maintenance, and finally recycling or death. Better design, new consmnction and remodeling can produce better buildings that save energy, reduce pollution and save money in the long run. 5. Economic Development A healthy environment and a strong economy are interdependent. By preserving and improving our natural environment, we are simultaneously ensuring our long-term economic prosperity. Tax Increment Financing (TI~): Tax increment financing is another economic development tool that local governments can use to publicly finance needed structural and enhanced infrastructure within a defined area. These improvements are undertaken to promote the viability of existing businesses and to attract new commercial enterprises to the area. The cost of improvements to the area is repaid by the contribution of future tax revenues by each taxing unit that levies taxes against the property. Specifically, each taxing unit can choose to dedicate all, a portion of, or none of the tax revenue that is attributable to the increase in property values due to the improvements within the reinvestment zone. The additional tax revenue that is received from the affected properties is referred to as the tax increment. Homeowner A ssoci a ti on s (H O A s) Traditionally, homeowners associations are legal entities that govern the business affairs of planned communities. These organizations are also called common interest realty associations, meaning that they are set up to jointly administer a piece of land or a building that is owned "in common." In older, established areas, homeowners associations are often initiated by a neighborhood to address a single issue and sometimes continue after the issue is resolved. HOAs in these older neighborhoods are extremely valuable because they serve as a common voice for the citizens and allow for the dissemination of information to the neighborhoods. Public Improvement Districts (PIDs) Cities often need to make certain improvements to their infrastructure to facilitate economic growth within a particular area in order to encourage the location of new businesses. Public Improvement Districts (riDs) may be considered as appropriate funding mechanisms in many instances, riDs have defined physical boundaries, and property owners within the boundaries pay a special assessment to finance the additional improvements and services provided, riDs offer cities a means for undertaking a variety of physical improvement projects. A riD may be a useful tool at the beginning phase of development as a way to fund needed infrastructure. PIDs may also be used during the maturing stage of development to encourage growth or at the declining stage to prevent blight. In some Texas cities, PIDs are being used in residential developments to fund the construction and/or maintenance of parks, landscaping, and other public improvements typically funded through cities and homeowners' associations. Not all HOAs are successful in maintaining the infrastructure and amenities in their developments, and riDs provide an alternative financing mechanism. Phase Ih Maturation Healthy and mature neighborhoods are characterized by the harmonious and complementary nature, mix and intensity of land uses and the appearance and form of the physical environment; the nature and extent of the interaction among residents; the presence of facilities and features that foster interaction on a variety of levels; and numerous opportunities for residents to choose alternative locations, life-styles, and living arrangements. This is the most stable stage in a neighborhood's life cycle. Ideally, this is the stage of complete sust~inability and where preservation efforts are focused. Intervention through revitalization efforts is likely to occur towards the middle of the cycle and near the transition period to decline due to the general aging of the neighborhood. 10 Sustainability indicators for mature neighborhoods: Positive · Boundaries are well-established · Limited number of undeveloped lots · Existing housing is in standard condition and low vacancy rates · Trees and vegetation are nearing maturity · The physical environment is mostly to completely built out · Infraslructure is in place and adequate (small scale infrastructure improvements may be necessary) · Public services and facilities are convenient · Neighborhood is self-supportive · Neighborhood parks and open space amenities are within close proximity · Adequate range of housing opportunities and choices · The center of the neighborhood is within a walkable distance Negative · Infrastructure is aging and signs of stress are evident (routine maintenance is becoming more frequent) · Pockets of vacant land, vacant and abandoned structures spring up · Owner occupied units are being converted to renter occupied · Filtering is occurring and housing affordability is on the decline · Sustained maintenance and operation of public facilities needed Tools utilized to manages maintain and/or increase sustainability: 1. Economic Development B~d~eJ's Refe~f/o~ ax# Recr~if~e~ Hh'tofiv Pre~'e~at/o~ 2. Communi~ Development Ho~e I~est~e~t Pazt~er3'~ Pro~ra~ O~3er Prodra$s 3. Code Enforcement 4. Communi~ Policing 5. Small &ea Planning 6. Public Facilities Maintenance 1. Economic Development Business Retention and Recru/tment Programs Many neighborhoods have commercial or service-related businesses located within their area. It is important to encourage the success of neighborhood businesses because they provide needed goods and services nearby, alleviating the need for residents to drive across town. Although most Texas cities promote economic development through business retention and recruiunent programs, typically, these programs focus on providing incentives to encourage the location or expansion of businesses. They do not address the needs of most slruggling small business owners. Since incentives are usually seen as beneficial only when the financial impact on the community is great, cities are now looking at other ways to provide 11 assistance to small businesses. In some instances, Community Development Block Grant funds are allocated to assist businesses that locate, or provide employment to residents in low/moderate income neighborhoods. Another growing trend is the development of community partnerships to provide guidance and counseling resources to small businesses. Conservation Districts Conservation districts are usually residential neighborhoods, with certain identifiable attributes embodied in architecture, urban design and history. These districts are created as an overlay- zoning tool used to preserve neighborhood character. Conservation districts can be used to protect neighborhoods that do not qualify for historic district status but have significant architectural or historic merit and a distinct character. A conservation district ordinance accomplishes this purpose by regulating new construction, major alterations or additions to existing buildings, and demolition. Each neighborhood applying for conservation district status is responsible for drafting design guidelines to address the unique needs and attributes of the area. Historic Preserva ti on Historic Preservation is a related economic development tool that uses resources that already exist in the neighborhood. Buildings and sites within an area have a history, a past that can contribute to the future. Historic buildings create a unique identity or sense of place. They make a neighborhood recognizable and unique. Historic buildings can provide efficient space for new uses or they may be returned to a former use. Adaptive reuse and historic preservation are in many ways no different than new development. They require planning, market analysis, financing, design and construction. The big difference is they take advantage of existing materials and invesUnents. They may make it quicker and less costly for an existing business to expand or for a new business to get started. Local Historic Districts Historic districts are generally created to protect entire areas or groups of historic structures. Such districts are often economic assets to communities and a source of civic pride. Local districts always serve a public purpose, which may be as simple as giving recognition to historic resources or as complex as establishing a financial incentive program to spur revitalization efforts. Most often, the reason for creating a local district is to prevent unregulated and insensitive change. This protection is accomplished through the adoption of a preservation ordinance, which is a local statute establishing a design review board and creating a design review process. The design review board is often called a preservation or historic district commission. 2. Community Development Cities with a population of more than 50,000 have the opportunity to participate in federally funded community development entitlement programs. These programs, funded through the US DeparUnent of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), provide annual support to communities. Funding from the programs is targeted to assist low and moderate-income households and neighborhoods. Two primary community development entitlement programs are the Community Development Block Grant 12 Program (CDBG) and the Home Investment Partnerships Program (HOME). Commurffty Dev elopmet~t Block Grants (CDBG) The CDBG program was established to provide a flexible source of funding for State and local governments. Funding allocated to communities may be used for a number of eligible activities but must meet one of three national objectives: 1. Benefit low and moderate-income persons and/or households; 2. Eliminate or prevent sltm~s or blight; or 3. Meet an urgent commtmity need. Eligible CDBG activities include: · Public facility improvements · Demolition and clearance of substandard buildings · Housing rehabilitation · New affordable housing construction · Homeownership assistance · Assistance to social service organizations (15% cap) · Economic development activities · Planning and administration (20% cap) Home Investment Partnership Program (HOME) The HOME program was established to provide a separate source of funding in support of community efforts to increase the availability of safe, decent, affordable housing. Eligible HOME activities include: · Homeowner rehabilitation · Acquisition, construction or rehabilitation of rental housing · Homebuyer assistance · Tenant-based rental assistance HUD has set up the HOME program to support housing partnerships between cities and non-profit housing development organizations. To promote this concept, HOME regulations require that 15% of a community's allocation be provided to Community Housing Development Organizations (CHDOs). A CHDO's board of directors must represent the low-income community. At least one-third of the CHDO board membership is required to reside in, or be elected to represent, the low-income areas of the community. Other Programs Additional community development programs are offered on a competitive basis. Community leaders have the opportunity to review eligibility criteria and the focus of various programs to determine whether their communities could benefit. Often these programs are accessed through collaboration with other local agencies or other municipalities. There are a variety of additional community development programs, funded through HUD. HUD's community development programs include a technical assistance component designed to support appropriate use of funds by non-profits, local and State governments. This technical support is important as communities develop programs designed to preserve and revitalize low to moderate-income neighborhoods. Locally funded programs and initiatives can enhance the versatility and impact of community development programs. Many communities have developed infill- housing programs that include the use of vacant, tax-foreclosed properties; housing trust funds; impact fee grants; and also involve local nonprofit organizations such as Habitat for Humanity. These programs serve to revitalize neighborhoods that may be experiencing blighting conditions. 3. Code Enforcement 13 Enforcement of codes discourages neglect of properties by absentee landlords; its absence unfairly penalizes responsible property owners by diminishing value of all properties in the neighborhood. Failure to enforce codes may also impact a neighborhood's rate of deterioration. Proactive, systematic, concentrated code enforcement, coupled with financial and tax incentives and penalties are needed to stabilize and upgrade residential and commercial areas within neighborhoods targeted for revitalization. Comm ut~i ty A es~ etJ cs Residents must play amore significant role in proiecting a positive image of their neighborhoods. Volunteer based beautification efforts, such as organized community cleanups and litter abatement strategies allow neighborhood residents to be actively involved in improving the physical condition and appearance of their neighborhood. This can serve to instill a sense of pride and empower residents to make their neighborhoods a better place to live, work, learn and play, while potentially reducing the incidence of code enforcement violations. 4. Community Policing Community-Oriented Policing (COP) is a philosophy whereby members of the police deparUnent establish partnerships with members of the community with the purpose of identifying and solving problems affecting the quality of life in their neighborhoods, and utilizing any and all available resources. Policing concepts currently in vogue have tended to isolate officers from the communities they serve, which can hamper crime-control efforts. Community policing allows law enforcement to get back to its founding principles, to integrate itself into the fabric of the community so people come to the police for counsel and help before a serious problem arises that could impact the viability of the neighborhood and the community. 5. Small Area Planning City officials and planners have come to recognize the need for individualized attention to address unique conditions that are not citywide in scope. Small Area Planning Programs are designed to provide a strategy of cooperative problem solving and mutual responsibility in order to address issues such as neighborhood stabilization, deterioration of property values, quality of life improvements, land use compatibility, and economic development objectives. By addressing issues in a comprehensive manner, single issue solutions can be coordinated and implemented according to a longer range implementation strategy, rather than requesting resources on an annual, incremental basis. Neighborhood plans are most effective during the latter phase of the maturation stage (the intervention point) to ward off decline and deterioration and to maintain or increase stability. Neighborhood plans may also be used during a neighborhood's declining stage to stimulate growth and redevelopment. 6. Public Facilities Maintenance It is possible for public property and facilities to deteriorate over time, with over-use and misuse. Such deterioration often mirrors the condition of housing and other structures in a neighborhood, and may even lead the process of decline. Adequate maintenance and repair activities at this stage will help sustain a positive community self-image and project an image of stability and value. 14 Phase III: Decline Blighted neighborhoods, particularly the older communities, are today's biggest threat to the economic well-being of the cities and metropolitan regions where they are located. Run-down neighborhoods constitute a drain on the entire community. They convey a poor image, which can reinforce out-migration of residents and businesses and can discourage new investment. Such neighborhoods consume large areas of land uneconomically, erode the tax base, and generate physical and social service costs that are paid by taxpayers. Deterioration tends to worsen and spread both within the troubled community and beyond to other areas, as those who can afford to move out do so. This trend discourages reinvestment in or near affected neighborhoods. If the area of impact is widespread, a city's economic health can be damaged: established businesses that have become discouraged by the city's image or by its workforce, services, or security problems may relocate. The transition period, just before a neighborhood slips into the decline stage 15 of its life cycle is most often where cities and communities want to focus preservation and sustainability efforts. The longer intervention is delayed, the more cost prohibitive preservation and revitalization become. Sustainability indicators for declining neighborhoods: Negative · Deteriorated residential property characterized physically by the poor condition of structures, by vacant lots, and by underused land. · Land uses are inconsistent, and building lots are often small or substandard by today's measures. · Housing stock varies in character, condition and value. Much of the housing is rented, or even if owner- occupied, is in poor repair. · Boarded-up housing is a common feature. · Commercial areas are characterized by poorly maintained structures interspersed with abandoned buildings and vacant lots. · Parking patterns and litter produce visual clutter. · Uses such as liquor stores, pawnshops and auto-related activities may proliferate and hinder high-quality development. · Few grocery stores, banks, theaters, restaurants, other neighborhood oriented services remain to serve the resident population. · Public areas and infrastructure - particularly streets and sidewalks -are often poorly maintained. · Movement and investment, decentralization is apparent. · Nearly all neighborhoods in decline suffer from economic disinvestments. Tools utilized to revitalize and reinvest in declining neighborhoods: 1. Economic Development E,te~dJ~e Zo,eJ~ 2. Communi~ Development Rental Ho,si~ 1. Economic Development E~ tetptise Zot~ es The State of Texas established the Enterprise Zone Program to encourage development and employment of "disadvantaged" individuals (unemployed, underemployed, disabled, etc.) in distressed areas. An enterprise zone can be as small as one square mile and may be no larger than ten square miles. The area within the zone must meet one of two primary distress criteria (1) One and a half times the state average unemployment rate for the most recent 12 months, or (2) a significant population loss. In addition, secondary distress criteria are considered - high poverty, low income, substantial losses of businesses or jobs, deteriorating structures, or federal disaster area. Qualified businesses locating within an enterprise zone receive state sales tax refunds on the construction materials purchased to build or expand their facilities. In addition, cities are required to 16 provide incentives to qualified businesses locating within the zone above the "normal consideration" for incentives. Transit Oriented Developments (TODs) In recent years, communities all across the nation are beginning to recognize that transit, and the areas around transit stops, can play a maior role in revitalizing older neighborhoods and creating new neighborhoods that are more livable, are more sustainable. 2. Community Development AtTorda Me Housing Strategy The major goals of housing initiatives in declining neighborhoods are to preserve existing stable homes and neighborhoods and to develop new rental and ownership housing to meet community housing needs. Cities need to develop an affordable housing strategy for itself as a whole and a housing preservation strategy for each community targeted for revitalization. A comprehensive housing affordability strategy will suggest needed housing types citywide, but an analysis of neighborhood housing needs will also target new development efforts within specific communities. Strategies must be tailored to individual neighborhood conditions and needs. Neighborhoods in different stages will require different strategies. In stable areas, the objective will be preservation: maintaining the existing housing stock and neighborhood conditions and protecting the area from encroaching decline. These strategies will emphasize code enforcement, infrastructure maintenance and repair, prompt public services and buffering from intrusive uses. Transitional neighborhoods in which the deterioration process has begun and its effects can be seen will require repair and rehabilitation of homes and businesses, new infill development, and perhaps infrastructure replacement and modernization. In severely distressed areas, revitalization may not be feasible. Where population loss has been great, large areas are abandoned, many lots are vacant, common facilities are in shambles, and the neighborhood fabric is badly eroded, clearance and redevelopment may be the preferred and perhaps the only possible approach. Preservation o£Existing Housing A city's existing housing stock is its most affordable source of housing. Preserving the stock of existing housing units in decent neighborhoods, especially infill areas, avoids expensive costs associated with new construction and the extension of public facilities and services to outlying areas. Action should be taken to stabilize existing areas of good housing stock, thereby preventing deterioration and loss of housing units and further degradation of the neighborhood as a whole. Many jurisdictions have responded by adopting regulatory and land acquisition measures to ensure that the existing housing stock and the supply of land is available for affordable housing is preserved. Preservation strategies include low- interest rehabilitation and modernization loan programs, coupled with limited tax abatement on improvements. Abandoned substandard housing should be acquired and demolished and the lots cleared. Derelict structures constitute visual and economic blight and can be safety hazards. Where many parcels are 17 vacant, a program to maintain and/or reuse the resulting vacant lots must accompany demolition activity. In~ll Development Infill development refers to the construction of new housing, workplaces, shops, other facilities and utilities. This development can be of several types: building on vacant lots, reuse of underutilized sites (such as parking lots and old industrial sites), and rehabilitation or expansion of existing buildings. Through infill, communities can increase their housing, jobs, and community amenities without expanding their overall footprint into open space or otherwise undeveloped lands. Infill development provides positive and constructive alternatives to sprawl development, alternatives that can help revitalize existing communities and provide much needed housing for the city. Small lot sizes, high land costs, and neighborhood resistance often hinder infill development. There is a need for regulatory incentives to promote infill, which might include administrative streamlining, density bonuses, reduced impact fees, forgiveness of delinquent taxes and the funding of off-site improvements. Governments may take a more active role through acquiring vacant land for land assembly, substandard housing demolition, land banking and joint venture arrangements using publicly owned land Rental Housing Inspeca ons In an effort to ensure proper maintenance of all multi-family complexes, many cities have adopted maintenance and inspection ordinances. The objectives of a rental housing inspection program are: 1. To prevent the decline of apartment buildings resulting from inadequate maintenance practices as well as ensure fl~at fundamental life safety issues are addressed. 2. Encourage proper maintenance of multi- family structures through an annual inspection program. 3. To remove or rehabilitate dilapidated multi-family structures throughout fl~e city. 4. To elin~inate fl~e existence of substandard multi-family structures. 5. To reduce fl~e number of tenant complaints fl~rough required interior inspections. CONCLUSION Many cities are beginning to realize that there is an urgent need to refocus efforts in achieving sustainable and successful communities, which build upon and create distinctive assets and character. As sprawl development draws jobs and people to the urban fringe, many older neighborhoods have languished, with declining tax bases and little new investment. Preserving neighborhoods requires local action, for it is principally at this level that most special places are known and valued. Partnerships with other public and private entities are also crucial to maximize improvement efforts. Nonetheless, local governments are uniquely qualified to know their neighborhoods' qualities and needs better than anyone else. Neighborhoods are dynamic and subject to several influences. As they evolve, so, too, should efforts to ensure their success. Similarly, observations on what ingredients make for successful communities continually change in 18 response to changing needs, opportunities and circumstances. 19 Appendix CITIES PROMOTING SUSTAINABLE NEIGHBORHOODS There are literally hundreds of examples across the United States of cities engaging in sustainable community projects. Many communities in Texas are creating programs and policies that promote sustainable neighborhoods. Three Cities are highlighted as providing some of the best examples. 1. City of Austin, Texas The Sustainable Community Initiative (SC1) reflects the international trend to embrace sustainable development to meet these challenges. Locally, the Austin community has shown continuing interest in its quality of life. SC1 efforts propose a vision and actions that comprise important aspects of a sustainable community initiative. Programs such as Austin's Green Builder Program, the Capital Improvements Program Matrix and the City of Austin's Neighborhood Planning Program are considered leading examples of necessary elements promoting sustainable neighborhoods and communities. SC1 efforts are focused on all three phases of a neighborhood's succession. 2. City of San Antonio, Texas An objective identified in The San Antonio Master Plan is the development of safe, dynamic and sustainable neighborhoods. To implement this objective, the City of San Antonio has drafted a Community Building and Neighborhood Planning Program (CBNP Program). This program is designed to identify revitalization strategies for improving neighborhoods. This program is geared towards Phase II and Phase III of a neighborhood's succession. 3. City of Fort Worth, Texas The Model Blocks Program is the City of Fort Worth's premier neighborhood revitalization program aimed at "building strong neighborhoods, a safe community and sound economy". Twelve Model Blocks have been selected and the program is on a competitive basis. Because Model Blocks are frequently areas of high poverty and deterioration, the program addresses revitalization needs faced by neighborhoods in Phase III of the neighborhood succession model. CITIES PROMOTING SUSTAINABLE NEIGHBORHOODS CITY OF AUSTIN CITIES PROMOTING SUSTAINABLE NEIGHBORHOODS CITY OF SAN ANTONIO C o mm unity B ti i I d lng an d Neigh'bo:rhood Planning Program October 13, ]998 Amended February 8, 2()01 1.0 PROGRAM SUMMARY i~1 A Nm Era of Neighborhood Emphasis calls fVr sate, dy,namk: ~nd sustah:~able tmighborho~Ms wh:Jch o~:er empbymeat 0ppor:tamtf~s,: hich¢ qaali:~y educati~,m¢ adequate and affordable shelter, hea[~ care~ ami r~;:reational; amen d ti:e,$./'~ C:i.t} Cmmci! has encouraged ini ~:iativet, for t(:>ward.~ commnniW bet'tarmenk In re~p'~ i:o the~ effort:~ and ~ni~atives, fl'ds draft: cEc~;'u:m(m[ o~.es ~e Cemm. umty Bu;iM~ng al'~d Neighb~:~rh~:~od Plamm~g; Program (CBNP Prog~am)~ CJ),NP I?/'ogra:m was deYebp,ed ba~d City C~,m~'i] Met"tings with :neighk~:M'w4.~d ~7ou'ps and community 5h~kehoMem, {seu Ap,rqmd~x Naflo~I reseatd~ of other neighborhood planning p~:~gn,~ms (~,e Appe~ix C f°r ma trix), a:~d Biscassiqms 'wifl'~ C/tv lh:,partments (ir~h:,ding As,~t ManagemenL gudgel: and Maaagp:mpnt Analysis, Commtmi~, and bio,using Devek~pment; C:cm'm~uni ln:it~atives, Fk:¢nomic Developmenk Fh.~at'Ke.~ Neigh:borho~:M R¢~:r;reetion, and F~tblic Works}, 1.2 Goals of the CBNP Progra:m The, goals ot the CBNP Prob,:ram are from tl:'~e 1~7 Mast~,;r l'-'~a~ w[at{:,d w Ne~ghb,o:rh~a Ms: , ~ a' "" .... addr,;~ssed :irt O~e CBNP Program, CBNp p r o~-m~r~ Obiectives of the CBNP Program obj<tx:~ve:s, The primapr c~bl~x::t~ve of d'm C)~NP P~gtam ~s to s~mtg'ffm~ nejEhN?r)mc,~l~ as ~elf-sustah~,k~g commun[tk2~s ~vork~ng towards ~mpmve~ qtLahty ot ~ife, Stq:):por~:~g Master polities are shown in S~mpl~:y ~md provide more neighborhood planning (Ne~ghborh~,~ls, other P:mvMe a variety o~ ~mke Component~ ~o meet tlm nerds of ali ~p:es neighborhoods (N~tghbc, rhoods, pdwg Stl, p~rt the Ne~ghl~M~c~'~d Art[on am] i%onondc [kwelopment I~,'par~metnts' m~igh~ho~t pmgm:ms, Develop a C~t?¥1de Cornpreh~dve M~ster Plan, 1,4 Se:~,ic,e Components Re ¢oJ]©wir~g ~:,rvict, Cor[!tpcmen~ a, re ;i,lld:u:ded Jn the CBNP Program: Service [: gui'Ming Ca~city · Orga nb~ing · NeighN';M~ood [,,x~dpr Train:b'~g · Pub,lie [nfr>rmatkm Program · SeE~UHelp WotkNx~k · 'Volm~tt~r Corp · N~m pro ~it P:atmt~ · CySt-Hood - ~rvke !1: F~x'udng o~ ~he im'ues · S[~'da/~ Sl:t~dies · Om~]s and St'fa tegies · Planah'%g Partne~ - ~rvice I!1: Mastttr · Neighborh~md Plans · ' Commm'~ B" Ptans · Perimeter · Service ]V' impleme~ing ]m:,untives · NelghN~rhood hnp'rt~w:,men, t Crhallen~:, P~gr~n Amma:i impr,:~v~ment Pro~xt,: Repo~ CITIES PROMOTING SUSTAINABLE NEIGHBORHOODS CITY OF FORT WORTH IVew construction for the benefit of all North Central Texas www.developmentexcellence.com The number of people living in North Central Texas has grown by more than 30 percent in the last 10 years and experts predict that this trend will continue. This means that today's population of over 5.56 million people in the Dallas/Fort Worth region is expected to grow to more than 9 million by 2030. This is an exciting time as growth brings new economic and cultural opportunities, but it is also a time in which we must plan for new and unique challenges. To prepare for the road ahead, the North Central Texas Council of Governments' Strategic Plan for 1999-2003 called for the creation of the Center of Development Excellence. The Center is envisioned as a comprehensive effort to bring together public- and private-sector experts in the environmental, transportation, development, and information analysis fields to address the regional issues and infrastructure concerns of the future. In December 2001, a 30-member steering committee of local government and private sector stakeholders was appointed to advise NCTCOG's Executive Board regarding development issues. During the past several months the committee has drafted a mission statement and "10 Principles of Development Excellence" that will guide this initiative. The "10 Principles" have been designed to address the many issues that will impact the region as its population grows, including transportation, air quality, water supply, and the environment. transpoA:ation Funding shortfall of $3 14 biBon for transportation system improvements prescribed in Mobihty 2025 Congesbon will cost the region $82 billion in travel delays ,n 2025 From 1995 to 1999. vehicte miles traveled (VMT)increased 1 percenl, nearly tw,ce the growth in population During the same period, s,gnal and congestion delay time increased 37 percent ISSME: water supply By 2050 based on population growth and water use. the Dallas/Fort Worth area will require 2.2 billion gallons per day (gpd~ Currently ava,labie resources can provide 1.6 biBon gpd representing a 32 percent shortfall Satisfying demand w,It requ,re . Development of 8 malor Joke ~n East Texas arrestor purchase of developed wafer from Oklahoma ar other Texas sources . Increased reuse of treated wastewater - Locat programs to use water more effectively and efhciently Urbanized area of the region violates the federa~ heai;Ih standard for ground !eve! ozone Vehicles are a major source of nitrogen oxide emissions Transpo~ation funding is dependent on air quality' conformity Energy efficiency measures are needed to reduce point source emissions from power p!ants · Each of our major rivers has sections that do not meet water quality standards · Storm water runoff from developed areas may cause floodin9, stream bank erosion, and poi!ution of streams and lakes · By 2003. approximately 70 local governments wi{l be required under state permits to address, pollution in r~t~off from ,~ew arid redeveiopment projects · Lack of natural areas with functiomng ecological systems in developed areas Statement~ The mission of the Center of Development Excel!enice is to promote quality, gro~h in North Central Texas that enhances the built environment, reduces vehicle miles of tr,avei, :uses water & energy resources effectively and efficient!y, and helps advance environmental stewardship in order to ensure continued economic vitality and provide the highest attainable quality of life for ali residents, ~ ccordingiy, the Center of Development Excel!ence recommends 10 Prin,ciples of Development ~Excellef~ce as a guide to local governments and private developers as they plan and create future ,# '%development and redevelopment in the region: ODevelopment Options Provide a variety and balance of development options and land use types in communities throughout the region ll~ Efficient Growth Foster redevelopment and infill of areas with existing infrastructure and promote the orderly and efficient provision of new infrastructure OPedestrian Design Create more neighborhoods with pedestrian-oriented features, streetscapes, and public spaces OHousing Choice Sustain and facilitate a range of housing opportunities and choices for residents of multiple age groups and economic levels OActivity Centers Create mixed use and transit oriented developments that serve as centers of neighborhood and community activity Environmental Stewardship Protect sensitive environmental areas, preserve natural stream corridors, and create developments that minimize impact to natural features Quality Places Strengthen community identity through use of compatible, quality architectural and landscape designs, and preservation of significant historic structures Transportation Efficiency Develop land use types, building sites, and transportation infrastru,cture to maintain the reliability and safety of the transportation system Resource Efficiency Provide building and site designs that use water, energy, and other resources effectively and efficiently Implementation Adopt comprehensive plans and ordinances that support Development Excellence and involve citizens and stakeholders in all aspects of the planning process TH~ DENTON Outreach Activities To achieve its mission, the Center of Development Excellence will conduct' three imPortant outreach activities durin9 2002 - 2003: Library of Technicai Tools · Assemble currently available technical and policy tools including development codes, design guidelines, incentives, and other innovative local government practices · Technical subcommittee will review the assembled tools to identify those that are compatible with and can be used to implement the 10 Principles of Development Excellence · Examples of technical tools that facilitate development excellence will be made available via outreach and on the web at www. developmentexcellence.com Avowal ds prrogram for ?tact ces · Center of Development Excellence will partner with professional development-related organizations to establish a prestigious awards program to recognize Development Excellence "best practices" · Award applications will be available in the fall of 2002, awards jury will select winning projects by spring 2003, and first annual awards will be presented at the NCTCOG General Assembly in June 2003 · First year award winners and finalists will be featured in a video and other outreach materials and activities · Provide an education program on growth/development issues and 10 Principles of Development Excellence · Program will include presentations, video of recognized best practices, classes at NCTCOG Regional Training Center, and sponsored tours of Best Practices award winners · Targeted groups include city councils, planning commissions, planning, development, and administration staff, the development community, and the general public Femando Costa (Steering Committee Chair), Planning Director, City of Fort Worth; Euline Brock, Mayor, City of Denton; Paul Cauduro; Director of Government Relations, Home Builders Association of Greater Dallas; Peter Coughlin, Development Coordinator, Southside on Lamar; Wendy Davis, Council Member, City of Fort Worth; Jim BesRoches, Councilmember, City of Decatur; Wayne Gent, County Judge, Kaufman County; Ron Harmon, County Commissioner, Johnson County; Bob Herchert, Chairman of the Board, Freese & Nichols, Inc.; Gap/Martin, Greater Dallas Planning Council; Larry May, Perot Systems; Fran McCarthy, Daedalus Development Corp.; Nell Montgomery, Managing Director of Development Services, City of Gadand; James M. Oliver, General Manager, Tarrant Regional Water District; Lucilo Pe~a, President, Billingsley Development Company; Alan Plummet, President, Alan Plummer Associates, Inc.; Phillip Poole, Partner, Poole 2 Design and Development; Ban Quinto, Executive Manager, Hometown North Richland Hills; Reid Reclor, ~utive Vice Presideat, Fort Worth Chamber of Comme~',,e; Terry Ryan, Texas Bar~k; Kathy $~ei, Mayel', City es Frisco; Robed Shaw, Amicus Partners; Gary Sheffield, Sheffield Development Co., Inc.; David Southern, Mayor, City of Granbup/; Terrace Stewart, Director, Dallas Water Utilities, City of Dallas; Joe Tolbert, Coundlman, City of North Richland Hills; Karen Walz, Executive Director, The Dallas Plan; Don Waters, Commercial Loan Officer, Summit Community Bank; Nell Welbom, Chair, Planning and Zoning, City of Rockwall; Ron Whitehead, City Manager, Town of Addison What is the NCTCOG? The North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) is a voluntary association of local governments established in 1966. By state statute, the purpose of a council of govemments is "to make studies and plans to guide the unified, far-reaching development of a region, eliminate duplication, and promote economy and efficiency in the coordinated development of a region." NCTCOG works to strengthen both the individual and collective power of local governments and to help them recognize regional opportunities and make joint decisions. 616 Six Flags Drive, Suite 200 Centerpoint Two, P.O. Box 5888, Arlington, TX 76005-5888 PHONE: (817) 640-3300 FAX: (817) 640-4428 WEB SITE: www.dfwinfo.corn April 2002 Neighborhood SedUces D~ec¢o~y www. cityo~'de nton. com City of Denton Mission Statement "To be a leader among cities in delivering outstanding quality of services and products through: citizen involvement, innovation, and the efficient use of resources." Neighborhood SedUces D ec¢o y Denton is a great place to live! We love the diversiBT, spirit, and qualib, of life of our Denton community. In dedicated partnership, Denton citizens, City Council, and city staff work together to provide the excellent m~d inno- vative municipal services and programs that we enjoy. Our shared high expectations are evidenced in the many state and national awards Denton municipal services and departments receive. However, we are just as proud of how our goals arc accomplished by: · Teamwork- in fostering partnerships that value a diversity of experience and opinion as we innovatively address current and future needs. · Service- as we work to our highest potential and promote openness m~d access to government. · Professionalism- based upon honesty and integrity. · Trust- earned by mm~aging m~d maintaining the city's resources responsibly. The purpose of this directou, is to provide quick access to key neighborhood- related information and services provided by the city and other communib' entities. Information is grouped by related issues such as safeb,, appearance, plmming & zoning, etc., but is not all-inclusive. If you cmmot locate your topic, check the index of helpful numbers on page 20 or call the general information nmnber: 349-8200 If you have suggestions for enhancing the directory, call the Neighborhood Services Contact at 349-8308. Denton was designated as one of the nation's top three "digital-savw?, cut- ting-edge cities" of its size in the 2003 Digital Cities Survey of 300 U.S. Cities! For comprehensive information, visit thc city's Web site at http:/)"www, ci~yq/~'enton, corn! Neighborhood SedUces D ec¢o y Table of Contents Welcome Neighbor! New Resident information .................................................................................................... 4 Citizen Participation City Government ..................................................................................................................... 7 District Boundaries .................................................................................................................. 8 Elected City Officials ............................................................................................................... 9 Boards & Commissions ........................................................................................................ i0 Helpful Meeting information ............................................................................................... 13 Location of City Departments & Facilities ....................................................................... 16 INDEX OF HELPFUL PHONE NUMBERS ......................................................... 20 Resources for Neighborhood Organizations City Contacts & Speaker's Bureau ..................................................................................... 32 List of Neighborhood Organizations/Contacts ............................................................... 36 Additional Resources ............................................................................................................. 36 Neighborhood Safety Crime Busters ......................................................................................................................... 37 Special Events Safety .............................................................................................................. 40 Traffic Safety & Public Transportation ................................................................................ 4 I Environmental Safety ............................................................................................................. 43 Neighborhood Appearance Keep Denton Beautiful ......................................................................................................... 45 Beautification-General ........................................................................................................... 46 Trash & Recycling Code Enforcement Neighborhood Planning and Zoning What is it? ................................................................................................................................ 52 Denton Development Code Definitions .......................................................................... 52 General Property Topics ....................................................................................................... 56 Neighborhood Community Neighbors Helping Neighbors ............................................................................................ 61 Classes For Neighbors .......................................................................................................... 62 For more information visit www. cityofdenton, com Neighborhood Se ices Directory Welcome Neighbor! Vote Proudly! we love our city, our nation, and our freedom - we vote! '~bu are an important part of this commm~ity. Let your voice count. Note: You must be a registered voter in order to vote in the election. For moro infom~ation about elections and voting, visit ht/£ :,~f~'w w. dentoncounty corn or contact the Denton Count: Elections Office at: Joseph A. Carroll Building 401 W. Hickou,, Suite 125 Denton, Tcxas 76201-9026 (940) 349-3200 (Metro) (972) 434-8832 (metro) (940) 320-VOTE (Election Line) (940) 349-3201 (Metro) E1 ections (h).dentoncoun~~. com Drive Friendly! Motor vehicles may be licensed and regis- tered at the Denton County Tax Office. If it is within 90 days of your renewal date you may renew your registration online. Your new plates or sticker will be mailed to you. (This site ma5.' also be used to change your address if you move within Denton Count5; or to one of the other counties linked to the Denton county Web site.) http:/;Tax, dentoncounO;, corn 300 E. McKinney Denton, TX 76201-4232 P. O. Box 1249 Denton, TX 76202-1249 (940) 349-3510 (Metro), (972) 434-8810 (Metro) (940) 349-3511 (Metro) 4 Neighborhood SedUces D ec¢o y Neighborly] Local Phone Service Consult the front of your phone book for other local service providers. Verizon Residential Customers- 1 (800) 483-4000 Verizon Business Customers- 1 (800) 483-5000 Meme Sweet Home! Utilities Customer Service Denton Municipal Electric, City of Denton Water, Wastewate~; and Solid Waste 601 E. Hickory (940) 349-8700 TXU Gas Customer Service 1(800) 460-3030 TXU Electric Services 1 (800) 242-9113 Cable & Satellite Systems & Services Consult your yellow pages for other service providers. Charter Communications 205 Industrial., Denton (940) 566-2910 Learn for Life! Denton Independent School System 1307 N. Locust Denton, TX 76201 (940) 369-0000 h~tp : /Twww. dentonisd, org North Central Texas College NCTC Corinth Campus 1500 North Corinth Street Corinth, TX 76208-5408 940-498-NCTC (6282) http :,?~'w w. nc~ c. edu Neighborhood SedUces D ec¢o y Texas Woman's University 304 Administration Dr. Denton, TX 76201 (940)TWU-2000 http :,~'~'w w. twt~. edu University of North Texas P.O. Box 311277 Denton, TX 76203 Phone: (940) 565-2000 TTY: (800) RELAY TX http :,/Twww. ~nt. edu Your New Address Change of address cards are available at the main post office and brm~ch loca- tions. Main Post Office 101 E. McKinney Denton, TX 76201 (800) 275-8777 http : /(/www. usps. corn Pets the Meighbor~y Ygay~Vaccinated Denton's dog and cat citizens over 4 months of age must be registered with Animal Services and have a current rabies vaccination certificate. The reg- istration tag must be visibly worn by your pet at all times and may be their ticket home to you if they become lost or stray. City Animal Services 300 Woodrow Denton, TX 76205 (940) 349-7594 http : /Twww. ci O,ofdenton. corn Business Hours: Mon-Fri 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sat-Sun l 0 a.m. to 2 pm. Officer on Duty: Mon-Fri 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Sat-Sun 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 6 Neighborhood SedUces D ec¢o y City Information, general ................................................................ 349-8200 City Web site ........................................................................... http://www, cityofdenton.com Mayor ......................................................................................................................... 349-7717 City Council Members ..................................................................................... 349-8596 Correspondence may be addressed to: Mayor orYour Council member (see pages 8 and 9) City of Denton 215 E. McKinney Denton,TX 76201 City Council Meetings and Agenda Items (see page 13) ................... 349-8509 City Council Districts (see page 8) ............................................................. 349-8509 City Manager's Office ......................................................................................... 349-8307 City Employment - Job Information Line ................................................ 349-8347 Also Human Resources ..................................................................................... 349-8340 B~ectien Po~ing Locations ~Veter registrataen~ where to vote~ etc~ Denton County Election Commissioner's Office ................................. 34%3200 Denton County information, general ......................................................... 349-2012 State of Te×as information, general ......................................... http://~vw, state.tx, us State of Te×as legislative districts - for Denton citizens ................... 349-3200 U. S. House districts - for Denton citizens ............................................... 34%3200 Neighborhood Se ices Direc¢ow How Does lVly City Government Work? The City of Denton is a Council-Manager form of government. The Municipal Code Corporation has codified Denton's municipal code. You may' view and search both the municipal code and city charter on the municipal code Web site at h,£ :/?liw, pub lish. municode.com. The Denton City Council is composed of the Mayor, four council seats rep- resenting the tbur voting districts and txvo at-large council seats for a total of seven council members. Temps arc two years in length on a non-partisan basis and each of the seven members of the City Council can serve up to a maxi- mum of 3 consecutive tcrms. The council selects the Mayor pro Tom from its members. Council members hire the City Manager, and appoint the City Attorney, Municipal Court Judges, and citizens to the city's boards and com- missions. The Council also issues/sells municipal bonds, purchases/sells property, plans capital improvements, adopts ordinances, establishes city departments and services, approves the annual budget and determines the ciB, tax rate. COLINCIL MEMBER DI~;T:'RI'~TS + 8 Neighborhood SedUces D ec¢o y ~ho are ~y CiCy Co~ci~ Represe~a¢iYes? Colnprchensive Council infom~ation is available on the city ~b site. Visit http:/J4,,ww, ciO,ofdenton, corn >My Government header>Ci0, Council and select from: Council Disthct Map Contact info~ation for all council lnelnbers. E-mail your representative Council priorities and goals. Council Meeting schedules Council meeting agendas, Council Minutes- 1997 through present available online. City televised chmmel 26 coverage of council meetings and replay sched- ules. Or you may contact the City Secretao, at (940) 349-8509. My District Number: My District Representative: 215 E. McKinney Denton, TX 76201 Phone: (940) 349-8555 ext. 3 Fax: (940) 349-8596 e-mail: fi rsmame.lastnameO}ciBTofdenton.com My Councilmember's Committee Assignments: Agenda Colmnittee Audit Committee Convention m~d Visitors Bureau Colmnittee __Council Mobility Committee Environlnental Committee Ethics Committee __Investment Policy Colmnittce Hotel Occupancy Tax Committee Other Notes: 9 Neighborhood Se kes Direcio y Boards and Commissions The City of Denton's 15 boards and commissions are made up of citizen volunteers who give their time and expertise to examine issues in depth and m~e recommendations that assist council in making decisions that benefit our communi~'s quality of lifc. ~e City Council selects each Board and Commission member through ~ application process. Board Applications are available on the city Web site at http:,(/www, ci~yq/denton, com and the City Secmtmy's Office at the Mmn Ci~~ Hall, 215 E. McKinney Street. Airport Advisory Board - advises and provides recommendations to Council on all matters concerning or pertaining to the Denton Municipal Airport. The day-to-day operation of the Airport is the responsibility of the City Manager and Airport Management. Animal Shelter Advisory Committee- assists the c/ty in complying with the provisions of the Animal Sheker Act and makes recommendations to the Ci~: Council regarding methods and procedures necessa~' to ensure compliance xvith the Act. Civil Service Commission- ensures compliance with Chapter 143 of the Tcxas Local Government Code that governs police and fire. The duties of the Commission include approval of eligibiliD: lists and participation in hear- ings on matters of promotions, performance, reclassifications and other civil service issues. Community Development Advisory Committee- is charged with holding public hearings, reviewing applications and requests for funding and recom- mending allocations regarding the expenditure of Federal Community Devel- opment Block Grant and HOME Investment Partnership Program monies. Construction Advisory and Appeals Board- reviews the latcst edition of the Uniform Building Code~ the National Electrical Code~ the Uniform Plumbing Code and the Uniform Mechanical Code and recommends amendments and permit fees to the City Council. The board also hears appeals from citizens concerning intcrpretations and decisions of the Building Official or Fire Mar- shal. ~0 Neighborhood SedUces D ec¢o y Denton Housing Authority-duties include the preparation, acquisition, leas- ing mad operation of housing projects. This board also investigates housing conditions to determine when slum areas exist and makes recommendations relating to the problem of clearing., re-planning and reconstruction of slum areas and provides accommodations for persons of low income. Economic Development Partnership Board- provides economic develop- ment policy guidance to the comn~unity as a whole. The board may make recommendations to the City Council, as well as to the Denton Chamber of Commerce. The board may create committees or task forces consisting of board and/or non-board members to assist with the implementation of projects or activities that ma5; arise. Historic Landmark Commission- reviews historic landmark site zoning re- quests and makes recommendations to the Planning and Zoning Commission. The commission also makes recommendations to the Planning and Zoning Commission on exterior changes to historic landmark sites. In addition, the commission makes recommendations on other activities within the historic disthct. Human Services Advisory Committee- interacts with community groups to bring about improvements in human services delivery systems and makes recommendations to the City Council regarding human service agency and program funding priorities. Library Board- serves as the liaison between the libraD' and the public and between the library and government officials. Its members advise the Director of Libraries of community needs and promote the libraD' and its services to the public. The Librars,' Board carries a lnajor responsibility in the determina- tion of policy to be recommended to the City Manager related to the function- ing of the librao'. Parks, Recreation, and Beautification Board- serves in an adviso%, capac- it5; to the Director of Parks and Recreation to recommend improvements to the parks and recreation system. The board endeavors to stimulate public interest in the development and maintenance of parks and playgrounds and a well-rounded community-wide program. It interprets the work of the Parks and Recreation Department and promotes close cooperation between the city and all private citizens, institutions, and agencies, to the end that all park and Neighborhood SedUces D ec¢o y recreational facilities and resources within, or controlled by, the city may make their maximmn contribution to the public welfare. Planning and Zoning Commission- tbrmulates zoning regulations govern- ing the platting and subdividing of land within the city. This commission also makes recommendations to the City Council concerning proposed changes to the zoning map. The Plmming and Zoning members make, amend, extend and add to the master plan for the physical development of Denton. Agendas and minutes are available on the city Web site at htl£:/;:www, ciO;ojde~ton, com. Public Utilities Board- reviews the Department of Utilities budget and makes recommendations to the City Council. All matters relating to utility policies, capital projects, rates and the sale and issuance of utility bonds are submitted to the board before council approval. The Public Utilities Board also sub- mits recommendations for the Capital Improvement Plan to the City Council through the Planning and Zoning Commission. Agendas and minutes are available on the city Web site at http:,(/www, cilyq/~'enton, com. Traffic Safety Commission- reviews variance requests for driveways to determine if the petitioner has met the five criteria set tbrth in the Subdivision Regulations. The commission reviews petitioner requests and staff's inves- tigations regarding removal of parking from public streets to better se~w'e the traveling public. It also reviews any request that affects the traffic flow on City streets and/or fight-of-way such as school zones, loading zones, speed limits, bicycle lanes, skateboards/roller blades on sidewalks, handicap park- ing, etc. Zoning Board of Adjustment- provides a vehicle for citizens to appeal interpretations and decisions of the Building Inspector related to the Zoning Ordinance. The board may inquire into the existence, continuation or mainte- nance of any nonconforming property uses within the city limits. ~2 Neighborhood SedUces D ec¢o y Helpful Meeting information Co~nci~ HeeCing~ City Council meetings are held eve~,' Tuesday, except the 5th Tuesday, of each month at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers. Work sessions generally begin at 4:30 p.m. in the Work Session Room, but may begin earlier depend- ing upon the material addressed. Executive sessions (Closed Meetings) of the council begin at 5:30 p.m. The council may designate the second Tuesday of each month from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. as a planning session in the Work Session Room. Schedule For a complete meeting schedule visit: http:/'/'wwv~'.eiO,ofdenton, com> Government > Cit), Cozmcil > Meeting Schedzde, or call the City Secretary's office at 349-8309. Both the Council Chambers and Work Session Room are located at the main City Hall, 215 E. McKinney Street, Denton, TX 76201. Obtaining an agenda -Agendas are available in City Hall at 215 E. McKin- ney or on the city Web s/re at http:/)Www, ciO~o./~enton, com> My Government > City Co,mci/> Cji), Co~mcilAgendas. How to be placed on one -To present a Citizen Report, contact the City SecretaD"s office at 349-8309. The deadline to be on the agenda is 5 p.m. on the Wednesday prior to the council meeting. Speaking on an agenda item - Request to speak on an agenda item cards arc available prior to the start of the council meeting at 6:30 p.m. Televised & Videotaped Council meetings, not executive sessions and planning sessions, arc televised on public Channel 26. Videotaped copies of the council meetings may be checked out from the l/brag.' north branch at 3020 N. Locust. Questions Contact the office of the Cib, Secreta~' who provides citizens with intbrma- tion on formal actions of the City Council; meeting dates and times; public ~3 Neighborhood Se~kes Direcio~y information requests; boards m~d commissions; election data; ordinances, contracts, deeds, and other official city documents. City Secretary 215 E. McKinney Denton, Texas 76201 (940) 349-8309; fax (940) 349-8596 City. S ecreta~(~cityo fdenton, com Planning & Zoning l'4eetings When The Planning & Zoning Commission meets the second and fourth Wednes- days of each month at 6:30 p.m. Where The Council Chambers located at City Hall; 215 E. McKinney. Obtaining an agenda - Agendas are available in City Hall West at 221 N. Ehn or on the city Web site at htt£://ww w. ciO, ofiiemon, corn >3/[y Govern- merit >Development ~S~rvices>Ptanning & l)eve/opment>?tanning & Zoning Agendas. Speaking on an agenda item - Request to speak on m~ agenda item cards are available prior to the start of the Planning & Zoning meeting at 6:30 p.m. Questions Please contact the Planning Department at 349-8350. Denton County Tax Assessor The Tax Assessor/Collector is located at 300 E. McKinney. The telephone number is 349-3500. Hy property appraisal The Denton Central Appraisal District appraises property, property oxvnership, name/address change, and exemptions. The office is located at 3911 Morse. The telephone number is 566-0904. ~4 Neighborhood Semites Directory Denton County Commissioners Court When The Denton Count5,' Commissioners Court meets ever5,,' Tuesday at 9 a.m Where The Commissioners Courtroom is located at the Courthouse-on-the-Square~ 110 W. Hickory Street. Contact The Commissioners Court can be reached at 349-2830. Denton Independent School District (DISD) Board of Trustees The DISD Board of Trustees meets the second and fburth Tuesdays of the month. Where Meetings are conducted at DiSD Central Services Offices Boardroom at 1307 N. Locust Street. Contact DISD Central Services at 369-0000 or at http>%vww, dentonisd erg. ~5 Neighborhood SedUces D ec¢o y Location of City Departments 8, Facilities *For a complete listing of topics and phone numbers see page 20 AJrpo~ - SO00 Airport Road Office ........................................................................................................................... 349-7736 City Hall - 215 E. McKinney Accounting .................................................................................................................. 349-8320 City Council Chambers and Work Session Rooms .......................................... 349-8309 City Secretary ............................................................................................................ 349-8309 City Manager .............................................................................................................. 349-8307 Fiscal & Municipal Services ...................................................................................... 349-8288 Legal ............................................................................................................................. 349-8333 Mayor ........................................................................................................................... 349-7709 Public Information ..................................................................................................... 349-8509 Risk Management ...................................................................................................... 349-7807 Reprographics ............................................................................................................ 349-8200 Utilities Administration (customer service located in City Hall East) .......... 349-8230 Cit~/Hall at the Mall - 2201 1-35 E, South Additional utilities and code enforcement customer service site ................. 349-8700 Cit~/Hall East - 60 [ E. McKinney Code Enforcement - Suite D (at Police Department) ..................................... 349-7819 Engineering = Suite B ................................................................................................ 349-8910 Human Resources - Suite A ................................................................................... 349-8340 Municipal Court- Suite D ........................................................................................ 349-833 I Police Station - Suite E (Administration) ............................................................ 349-818 [ Streets - Suite D ....................................................................................................... 349-7160 Tax = Suite G .............................................................................................................. 349-8318 Technology Services - Suite A ............................................................................... 349-8562 Utilities Customer Service - Suite F .................................................................... 349-8700 City HalIWest - 221 N. Elm Building Inspection .................................................................................................... 349-8360 Consumer Health ..................................................................................................... 349-8321 Planning ....................................................................................................................... 349-7501 Service Center -Texas Street & Mingo Road Denton Municipal Electric Engineering ................................................................ 349-7105 Denton Municipal Electric Administration .......................................................... 349-7105 Fleet Services -804 Texas Street ........................................................................... 349-8410 Purchasing - 901 Texas Street ................................................................................ 349-7100 Transportation &Traffic - 801 Texas Street ........................................................ 349-8462 ~6 Neighborhood SedUces D ec¢o y Landfill - 5166 Foster Road ................................................................................. 349-7510 Libraries Emily Fowler Central Library - 502 Oakland ............................................ 349-8565 North Branch - 3020 N. Locust ........................................................................ 349-8782 South Branch - 3228 Teasley .............................................................................. 349-825 I For additional telephone numbers, see page 21 or visit http:/Iwww, dentonlibrary, com Parks & Recreation .............................................................................................. 349-7275 *For additional numbers see page 20. For comprehensive park information or to view and download a current schedule of park programs, visit http:llw~,w, cityofdenton. corn >Enjoying Denton>Parks & Recreation. Community Recreation Centers American Legion Hall - 629 Lakey ....................................................................... 349-8298 Civic Center- 321 E. McKinney ............................................................................ 349-7275 Denia Recreation Center- 1001 Parvin ............................................................. 349-8285 Goldfield Tennis Center - 2001 W. Windsor ...................................................... 349-8525 MLK Recreation Center- 1300Wilson ................................................................ 349-8575 North Lakes Recreation Center - 2001 W. Windsor ....................................... 349-8287 Senior Center- 509 N. Bell Avenue ....................................................................... 34%8280 Environmental Recreation & Education Facilities Elm Fork Greenbelt - FM 428 ......................................................................... 34%8202 Clear Creek Natural Heritage Area ........................................................... 349-8202 Keep Denton Beautiful - I I 17 Riney Road .................................................. 349-7510 Neighborhood Park Facilities - additional Avondale Park Bent Creek Park Bowling Green Park Brierdiff Park Cross Timbers Park Denia Park Evers Park Fred Moore Park Joe Skiles Park Mack Park McKenna Park Mibm Park Martin Luther King, Jr. Nette Schultz Park Owsley Park Park Phoenix Park South Lakes Park Public Pools Civic Center Pool - 321 E. McKinney ................................................................... 349-8279 C.H. Collins Natatorium - 2400 Long Road ....................................................... 349-8800 WaterWorks Park - 2400 Long Road .................................................................. 349-8800 ~7 Neighborhood SedUces D ec¢o y Public Safety Animal Control - 300 S.Woodrow .................................................................. 349-7954 Code Enforcement Offices- if you would like to report a violation, and do not know which office serves your area, call the main office. Main Office-601 E. Hickory (Police Department) ......................................... 349-7819 3020 N. Locust (North Branch Library) .............................................................. 349-8794 3020 N. Locust (North Branch Library) .............................................................. 349-8793 2535 Charlotte (Owsley office-bilingual) ............................................................ 349-8161 1225 Wilson (Denton HousingAuthority Building) .......................................... 349-8122 2201 South I 35E (Golden Triangle Mall) ............................................................. 349-8095 Code Enforcement Services handled: Grass andWeeds (12 inches or over) Trash and Debris JunkVehides Signs View Obstruction Home Occupations Fire Administration - 332 E. Hickory ............................................................. 349-8840 Fire - EMERGENCY ...................................................................................................... 91 ~ Fire Station No. I - 217W. McKinney .................................................................. 349-8872 (Central) Fire Station No. 2 - 332 E. Hickory ..................................................... 349-8102 Fire Station No. 3 - 1204 McCormick .................................................................. 349-8103 Fire Station No. 4 - 2210 E. Sherman Drive ........................................................ 349-8104 Fire Station No. 5 - 2230 VV. Windsor Road ........................................................ 349-8105 Fire Station No. 6 - 3232 Teasley Lane ................................................................. 349-8106 Police - EMERGENCY .................................................................................................. 91 I Main Police Station & Jail - 601 E. McKinney, Ste. E .......................................... 349-8181 Web site ...................................................................................... http://~ww, dentonpolice.com North Denton Commander's Office North Area Coordinator 1225Wilson (Denton HousingAuthority Building) .......................................... 349-8557 South Division Commander's Office 1700Wilshire (UNT Police Department) ........................................................... 565-4750 ~8 Neighborhood SedUces D ec¢o y Fry Street Community Office South Area Coordinator 106 Fry Street ............................................................................................................ 369-7J 39 Downtown Community Office Business Coordinator 101 South Locust Suite 500 .................................................................................. 349-8160 North Branch Library Office 3020 North Locust ................................................................................................... 484-5865 Owsley Community Office 2535 Charlotte .......................................................................................................... 383-9442 Wells Fargo Bank = I 01 S, Locust, 5th Floor Community Development ...................................................................................... 349-7726 Economic Development .......................................................................................... 349-8305 Main Street ................................................................................................................. 349-8529 Police Business Liaison Office ................................................................................ 349-8160 Public Transportation = LINK ................................................................................. 349-8590 Utilities Plants Electric Administration ..................................................................................... 349-7105 The City has Denton Municipal Electric (DME), DME is a customer-owned electric utility, providing full electrical distribution service to more than 37,000 customers, Approximately 55 percent of DME's energy comes from the Texas Municipal Power Agency (TMPA) near Bryan,Texas, with the remainder supplied through other power supply contracts, Water Administration ....................................................................................... 349-8463 Pecan CreekWater Reclamation Plant - Ii 00 Mayhill Road .......................... 349-7123 Lake Lewisviile Water Production Plant ............................................................... 349-7525 ~9 Neighborhood SedUces D ec¢o y Helpful Phone Numbers Abandoned Vehicles: Off Street/Code Enforcement ................................................................................ 349-7819 On Street/Police ........................................................................................................ 349-818 [ Accident Reports ...................................................................................................... 349-7973 Accounts Payable ...................................................................................................... 349-7253 Accounts Receivable ................................................................................................ 349-7783 Address Curb Painting Permit ................................................................................ 349-8309 Adopt-A-Spot/Adopt-A-Park ................................................................................. 349-8537 AdoptingA Pet ........................................................................................................... 349-7594 Agenda Information .................................................................................................. 349-8509 Air Conditioner Rebates ......................................................................................... 349-7l 05 Air Pollution ............................................................................................................... 349-8202 Airport ........................................................................................................................ 349-7736 Airport Automated Information Line ............................................................. 349-77l 6 Abrm Permits (Police) ............................................................................................. 349-7973 Ambubnce Bills ......................................................................................................... 349-7[ 25 AMBULANCE SERVICE (FIRE DEPARTMENT) ........................................... 911 Animal Services-Adoptions/Carcass Removal/Lost/Found/Impounded ........ 349-7594 Annexation Questions ............................................................................................. 349-8350 Annual or Special Clean-up Events ....................................................................... 349-8537 Appearance Bond Refund ....................................................................................... 349-833 I Athletic Field Conditions ........................................................................................ 349-8276 Auction (Police / City) ............................................................................................. 349-7100 Audit (Utility) ............................................................................................................. 349-7322 BackflowTest for Commercial Irrigation ............................................................. 349-8276 Ball Field Conditions ................................................................................................ 349-8276 Ball Field Reservations (Parks) ............................................................................... 349-7275 Beautification (Keep Denton Beautiful) ............................................................... 349-8537 Beer and Wine Permits ............................................................................................ 349-832 I Billing - Electric/Water/Sewer/Solid Waste ........................................................ 349-8700 Bills: lost/reread meter/corrections, cut-off notices, deposit return ............. 349-8700 Birds - Roost Problems ........................................................................................... 349-7594 Blood Pressure Checks ........................................................................................... 349-81 I 0 Bond Programs .......................................................................................................... 349-853 [ Broken Water Main ................................................................................................... 349-8400 Brush Pick-up ............................................................................................................. 349-8787 Budget Appropriations (City) ................................................................................. 349-8320 Building Codes / Building Inspection / Building Permits ................................... 349-8360 2O Neighborhood SedUces D ec¢o y Building Demolition .................................................................................................. 349-8360 Burning Permits ......................................................................................................... 349-8156 Cable Television (Complaints) ................................................................................ 349-8509 Camping/Outdoor Information Denia Rec. Center .......................................... 349-8285 Camps .......................................................................................................................... 349-8503 Cars (impounded) ..................................................................................................... 349-8181 Cars (Junk) .................................................................................................................. 349-7819 Cemetery Lots, LO.O.E (City) ................................................................................ 349-7275 Census Information .................................................................................................. 349-8350 Certificate of Occupancy ........................................................................................ 349-8360 Change Out Meters: Electric .................................................................................................................. 349-7643 Water ..................................................................................................................... 349-8456 Channel 26 - DTV .................................................................................................... 349-7272 Citizen Board and Commission Information ...................................................... 349-8309 Citizen Complaints - City CodeViobtions ........................................................ 349-7819 Citizen Complaints - Police internal Affairs ....................................................... 349-7924 City Council information ........................................................................................ 349-8309 CiTY MAIN NUMBE~ ...................................................................................... 349-8200 City Manager's Office ............................................................................................... 349-8307 City PropertyT~ bformacion ............................................................................... 349-8318 City Sales T~ information ....................................................................................... 349-7283 City Secretary's O~ce ............................................................................................. 349-8309 Civic Center Rentals/Special Events ..................................................................... 349-8385 Civil Service bformacion ......................................................................................... 349-8340 Clean Up Events ........................................................................................................ 349-8537 Commercial Solid Waste ......................................................................................... 349-8787 Community Development ...................................................................................... 349-7726 Community improvement Projects ...................................................................... 349-8573 Compos~Wood Mulch ............................................................................................ 349-7527 Construction Permits ............................................................................................... 349-8360 Consumer Health ..................................................................................................... 349-8321 Contracts (copy of) .................................................................................................. 349-8309 Contracts (Engineering Construction - three way) .......................................... 349-8910 Court Docket ............................................................................................................ 349-833 I Court DockecAu~omated Line ....................................................................... 349-7825 Crime information/Crime Repo~s (copies) ....................................................... 349-7973 Criminal Investigations ............................................................................................. 349-7960 Customer Service (Utilities) ................................................................................... 349-8700 2~ Neighborhood SedUces D ec¢o y D Demographic Information ....................................................................................... 349-8350 Demolition Funding .................................................................................................. 349-7726 Demolition Permit .................................................................................................... 349-8360 Denia Recreation Center (Classes/Registration) .............................................. 349-8285 Denton Sports Association (see Parks & Recreation) Discourteous Driving by Employees .................................................................... 349-8307 Downed Wires .......................................................................................................... 349-8400 Drainage Facility Cleaning/Maintenance ............................................................... 349-7116 Driveway Permits ...................................................................................................... 349-8360 DTV - Channel 26 .................................................................................................... 349-7272 Dump information .................................................................................... 349-8787 or 7510 Dumping (illegally) ..................................................................................................... 484-5865 Dumpster information ............................................................................................. 349-8787 Dyno Dirt ................................................................................................................... 349-7527 EadyVoting / Elections (City) ................................................................................. 349-8309 Easements ................................................................................................................... 349-8910 Economic Development .......................................................................................... 349-8305 Electric Meter: New & Rework Instalbdons/Repair ............................................................... 349-7643 Permits Issued ..................................................................................................... 349-8360 Electrical inspector ................................................................................................... 349-8360 Electrical Line Locations .......................................................................................... 349-8400 Electrical Permits ....................................................................................................... 349-8360 Electrical Problems ................................................................................................... 349-8400 Electrician License ..................................................................................................... 349-8360 Emergency Management .......................................................................................... 349-7175 Employment Information ......................................................................................... 349-8340 EnergyAudit ............................................................................................................... 349-8700 Engineering ................................................................................................................. 349-8910 Engineering - Electric ............................................................................................... 349-7105 Engineering - Water/Wastewater ......................................................................... 349-8910 Environmental Complaints Manager ..................................................................... 349-7527 Environmental Pollution .......................................................................................... 349-7527 Environmental Projects/Programs ......................................................................... 349-7726 F Fair Housing ............................................................................................................... 349-7726 Federal Grant Programs (Community Development) ...................................... 349-7726 Fence Permits ............................................................................................................. 349-8360 22 Neighborhood SedUces D ec¢o y Fields Need Mowing ................................................................................................. 349-7819 Filming Movies ........................................................................................................... 349-8308 Fire: Emergency .................................................................................................................. 91 I Fire Damaged Proper~y (Utility Disconnect) ............................................... 349-8400 Fire Hydrant Flow information ........................................................................ 349-8456 Fire Hydrant Problems ...................................................................................... 349-7177 Fire Investigations ............................................................................................... 349-8156 Fire Lane/Fire CodeViobtion .......................................................................... 349-8156 Fire Marshall ......................................................................................................... 349-8115 Fire Prevention Devices .................................................................................... 349-8156 Information-Recent Fires .................................................................................. 349-8156 Non-Emergency .................................................................................................. 349-81 I 0 Fire Station Tours, Public Education Office ......................................................... 349-8118 Fitness Centers: Denia ..................................................................................................................... 349-8285 Martin Luther King, Jr. ........................................................................................ 349-8575 North Lakes ......................................................................................................... 349-8287 Flood Plain Information ........................................................................................... 349-8910 Flooding Solutions (Maintenance) ......................................................................... 349-8910 Garage Sales ............................................................................................................... 349-7819 Garbage Bags General Information .......................................................................................... 349-8787 Purchase at Customer Service or City Hall ................................................. 349-8200 Garbage Dumpsters ................................................................................................. 349-8787 Garbage, illegally Dumped ....................................................................................... 349-7819 Garbage Pickup .......................................................................................................... 349-8787 Goldfield Tennis Center ........................................................................................... 349-8525 Grass and Weeds (High) .......................................................................................... 349-7819 Health Cards .............................................................................................................. 349-832 I Heating and A/C Permits ......................................................................................... 349-8360 Historic Districts and Designations ...................................................................... 349-8529 Home Buyers Assistance Program ........................................................................ 349-7238 Home Owner Rehabilitation Program ................................................................. 349-7237 Hotel OccupancyTaxes ........................................................................................... 349-8206 House Moving Permits ............................................................................................. 349-8360 Housing Demolition ................................................................................................. 349-8360 Human Resources ..................................................................................................... 349-8340 Job information Line .......................................................................................... 349-8347 Neighborhood SedUces D ec¢o y Impounded Animals .................................................................................................. 349-7594 Impounded Cars ........................................................................................................ 349-818 I Insect Spraying ........................................................................................................... 349-7116 Inspections - New Streets,Water & Sewer ........................................................ 349-8910 Inspections - Building (Electrical/Plumbing) ........................................................ 349-8360 Inspections - Fire Protection ................................................................................. 349-8156 Inspections - Parking Lot ........................................................................................ 349-8910 Inspections - Signs .................................................................................................... 349-7786 Investigation Information ......................................................................................... 349-7962 Jail Information (Non-emergency) ........................................................................ 349-7954 Job Line ........................................................................................................................ 349-8347 JunkVehicles ............................................................................................................... 349-7819 Juvenile Problems - Criminal ................................................................................. 349-7962 Keep Denton Beautiful ............................................................................................ 349-8537 L Laboratory .................................................................................................................. 349-7509 Land Use Plan ............................................................................................................ 349-8350 Landfill Information ......................................................................................... 349-75 [ 0/751 [ Landlord Problems (Building Inspections) ........................................................... 349-7788 Law-Related Inquiries (Police) ................................................................................ 349-818 [ Leaks,Water- Streets & Hydrants ....................................................................... 349-8400 Legal Documents - Copy of Ordinances/Resolutions .....................................349-8309 Library, Emily Fowler ................................................................................................ 349-8565 Administration ..................................................................................................... 349-8566 Circulation ............................................................................................................ 349-7737 Reference .............................................................................................................. 349-8569 Youth Services ...................................................................................................... 349-8568 Library, North Branch .............................................................................................. 349-8782 Administration ..................................................................................................... 349-8755 Circulation ............................................................................................................ 349-8765 Dial-A-Story ......................................................................................................... 349-8786 Library Caf& ......................................................................................................... 349-8790 Youth Services ...................................................................................................... 349-8780 Library, South Branch ............................................................................................... 349-825 [ Circulation ............................................................................................................ 349-8251 Neighborhood SedUces D ec¢o y Information ........................................................................................................... 349-825 I Reference .............................................................................................................. 349-8252 Liens, Mowing (Customer Service) ....................................................................... 349-8318 Liens, Paving (Tax) ..................................................................................................... 349-8318 Line Locations ............................................................................................................ 349-8400 LINK Public Transit Service ..................................................................................... 566-5465 Litigation (Civil & Criminal) .................................................................................... 349-8333 Litter Pickup/Recycling Events ............................................................................... 349-8537 Livestock Problems ................................................................................................... 349-7594 Lost Animals ............................................................................................................... 349-7594 LowVoltage ................................................................................................................. 349-8400 H Main Street Program ................................................................................................ 349-8529 Maintenance of City Buildings ................................................................................ 349-7200 Manholes ..................................................................................................................... 349-8400 Maps - City of Denton ............................................................................................ 349-8910 Or Chamber of Commerce ............................................................................. 382-9693 Martin Luther King Jn Recreation Center (Classes) ......................................... 349-8575 Mayor ........................................................................................................................... 349-7717 McDonald Transit (LINK) ........................................................................................ 349-7157 Media Information (Police Dept.) .......................................................................... 349-818 I Memorial Donations - Library Books .................................................................. 349-7732 Memorial Donations -Trees .................................................................................. 349-8133 Meter Cover Replacements .......................................................................................... 349-8456 Electric Installations/Repair .............................................................................. 349-7643 Electric Issue Permits ......................................................................................... 349-8360 Electric Test / Load Checks / Change ............................................................. 349-7643 Readings ................................................................................................................ 349-8700 Minutes of City Council Meetings ......................................................................... 349-8309 Mobile Home Park Regulations ............................................................................. 349-8360 Mosquito Control ..................................................................................................... 349-7165 Questions ................................................................................................... 349-7165/8171 Tablets .................................................................................................................... 349-7116 Mowing - Creeks and Drainage ............................................................................ 349-7116 Mowing- Medians/Roadsides ................................................................................ 349-8275 Mulch - I 100 MayhilI-Water Reclamation-W & S, 7-2:30 ............................... 349-7527 Neighborhood Empowerment Program .............................................................. 349-8308 Neighborhood Programs ......................................................................................... 383-9442 Noise Permit .............................................................................................................. 349-8181 Neighborhood SedUces D ec¢o y North Lakes Recreation Center (Classes) .......................................................... 349-8287 © On-Line Services ........................................................................ http://www, cityofdenton,com On-Site Sewage ......................................................................................................... 349-8489 Ordinances (copy of) ............................................................................................... 349-8309 Overdue Library Books ........................................................................................... 349-7737 Painting on Streets .................................................................................................... 349-8462 Parade Permits ........................................................................................................... 349-7947 Parking - Commercial Design ................................................................................ 349-8910 Parking Tickets (City) ............................................................................................... 349-833 I Parks and Recreation ............................................................................................... 349-7275 Parks - (Adopt-A-Park) ............................................................................................ 349-8537 Parks- Denton Sports Association Field Conditions .................................................................................................. 349-8276 Baseball Denton Boys Baseball (ages 5-12) .................................................................. 383-7669 Denton Baseball, Inc. (ages 13-17) .................................................................. 32_3-8833 High School/AduIt-HLK Recreation Center .............................................. 349-8575 FootballlCheerleading Denton AreaYouch Football League, Inc ....................................................... 566-3293 Soccer Denton SoccerAssocia~ion-HodJne/Field CondKions ............................... 566-2085 Adult Softball League .......................................................................................... 349-8523 Denton Girl's Softball ........................................................................................ 484-7307 Rugby Denton RugbgYouth Club ................................................................................ 243-5229 Parks ~ainten~nce .................................................................................................... 349-7275 Permits Abrm ..................................................................................................................... 349-7973 Beer and Wine ..................................................................................................... 349-832 I Building .................................................................................................................. 349-8360 Burning .................................................................................................................. 349-8156 Construction ....................................................................................................... 349-8350 Curb Painting ....................................................................................................... 349-8309 Fire Code .............................................................................................................. 349-8156 Oil & Gas Drilling (Fire Prevention) ............................................................... 349-8156 Pa~de .................................................................................................................... 349-7967 Parking Lot ................................................................................................. 349-8360/8910 Plumbing ................................................................................................................ 349-8360 26 Neighborhood SedUces D ec¢o y Septic Tank ............................................................................................................ 383- I 166 Sewer (Building Inspections) ............................................................................ 349-8360 Sign ......................................................................................................................... 349-7786 Solicitor's .............................................................................................................. 349-7973 Solicitor's (Charitable Contributions) ............................................................ 349-7994 Special Events ...................................................................................................... 349-8272 Street Closure ..................................................................................................... 349-8554 Street Cut ............................................................................................................. 349-8910 StreetVendor ....................................................................................................... 349-7973 Swimming Pool & Swimming Pool Fences ..................................................... 349-8360 Tree Cutting ......................................................................................................... 349-8360 Pet Adoption .............................................................................................................. 349-7594 Picnic Shelter Reservations .................................................................................... 349-7275 Planning Issues / Planning & Zoning Commission / ETJ .................................... 349-8350 Small Area Planning ............................................................................................. 349-7705 Plat Copies & Design Drafting ............................................................................... 349-8910 Platting Questions / Review .................................................................................... 349-8350 Plumbing - Inspector / Permits / Questions ....................................................... 349-8360 Police Automated Information Line ............................................................................ 349-8l 87 Emergency .................................................................................................................. 91 I Employment Information &Training ............................................................... 349-7978 Non-Emergency .................................................................................................. 349-818 I Records ................................................................................................................. 349-7973 Statistics ................................................................................................................ 349-7973 Warrants ............................................................................................................... 349-7976 Police Community Offices Downtown ........................................................................................................... 349-8160 Fry Street .............................................................................................................. 369-7139 North Denton ..................................................................................................... 349-8557 South Denton, Owsley Community ............................................................... 383-9442 Pool - City Information ................................................................................. 349-8279/8523 Population Information ............................................................................................ 349-8350 Potholes (Report) ..................................................................................................... 349-7161 Power Outage ............................................................................................................ 349-8400 Public Information Office ........................................................................................ 349-8172 Public Information Officer ...................................................................................... 349-8509 Public Utilities Board ................................................................................................ 349-7721 Purchasing ................................................................................................................... 349-7100 Rabies ........................................................................................................................... 349-7594 Radio Operations (Compliance with FCC) ........................................................ 349-7171 2? Neighborhood SedUces D ec¢o y Real Estate Agent ...................................................................................................... 349-8910 Rebates (Heating & A/C Equipment) .................................................................... 349-7105 Recycling (Promotion) ............................................................................................. 349-8537 Recycling (Service) .................................................................................................... 349-8787 Rehabilitation - Properties, Rental Property Rehabilitation ........................... 349-7237 Rentals Civic Center ........................................................................................................ 349-8385 Civic Center Pool .............................................................................................. 349-8800 Denia Recreation Center ................................................................................. 349-8285 MLK Jr. Recreation Center ............................................................................... 349-8575 Natatorium (indoor Pool) ................................................................................ 349-8800 North Lakes Recreation Center ..................................................................... 349-8287 Water Works Park .............................................................................................. 349-8800 Reservations Ball Parks .............................................................................................................. 349-7275 Tennis Courts ....................................................................................................... 349-8525 Resolutions (copy of) ............................................................................................... 349-8309 Restaurant Inspection (Fire Department) ........................................................... 349-8156 Restaurant Inspection (Health Department) ...................................................... 349-8321 Returned Checks (any check made payable to City) ........................................ 349-8216 Right-of-Way Mowing .............................................................................................. 349-8275 Risk Management ...................................................................................................... 349-7807 Runaways ..................................................................................................................... 349-8181 $ Safety and Training ..................................................................................................... 349-7145 Sales Tax (City) .......................................................................................................... 349-7283 Security Lighting ........................................................................................................ 349-8400 Security Needs .......................................................................................................... 349-7967 Senior Citizen Center Information ....................................................................... 349-8280 Sewer and WaterTaps and Loops ......................................................................... 349-7176 Sewer Line Location or Sewer Problems ............................................................ 349-8400 Sign Permits &Advertising Signs ............................................................................ 349-7786 Solicitor's Permit ....................................................................................................... 349-7973 Solid Waste Department ......................................................................................... 349-8787 Special Events ............................................................................................................. 349-8272 Sparks on ElectricaIWires ...................................................................................... 349-8400 Spraying Insects ......................................................................................................... 349-7116 Sports (see Parks & Recreation) Storm Information .................................................................................................... 349-7175 Streets Address Information ........................................................................................... 349-7786 Cleaning (Dangerous Objects) ........................................................................ 349-8400 28 Neighborhood SedUces D ec¢o y Construction ....................................................................................................... 349-7160 Cut Permit ............................................................................................................ 349-8910 Design .................................................................................................................... 349-8910 Drainage Problems ............................................................................................. 349-7116 Light Installation .................................................................................................. 349-7500 Lights Out ............................................................................................................. 349-8400 Location (Emergency) ........................................................................................ 349-818 I Location (New Street) ...................................................................................... 349-8910 Maintenance ......................................................................................................... 349-7160 Needing Repair ................................................................................................... 349-7160 Permit .................................................................................................................... 349-7973 Signs ....................................................................................................................... 349-7159 Sweeping ............................................................................................................... 349-7116 Street Closure Construction ....................................................................................................... 349-8910 Permit- Special Events ..................................................................................... 349-8554 Special Events ...................................................................................................... 349-7160 Stripes on Street (Painting) ..................................................................................... 349-8462 Subdivision Plat Review ........................................................................................... 349-8350 Substandard Structures ............................................................................................ 349-8360 Surveying (City) ......................................................................................................... 349-8910 Swimming Pool .......................................................................................................... 349-8279 Swimming Pool Permits ........................................................................................... 349-8360 T Tax Certificates ......................................................................................................... 349-8318 Tax - City Sales Tax .................................................................................................. 349-7823 Taxes - Personal Property, Real Estate, etc ......................................................... 349-8318 Tax Automated information Line ..................................................................... 349-7825 Taxicab Driver Permits (Police Records) ............................................................. 349-7973 Teen Court ................................................................................................................. 349-7809 Temporary Electric Power ...................................................................................... 349-8700 Tennis Court Reservations ..................................................................................... 349-8525 Therapeutic Recreation Services ........................................................................... 349-8386 Tickets Fire Lane / Fire Code Violation ........................................................................ 349-8156 Traffic ..................................................................................................................... 349-833 I Tours City Hall ................................................................................................................ 349-8307 Fire Station ........................................................................................................... 349-8118 Police Department ............................................................................................. 349-818 I Sanitary Landfill ................................................................................................... 349-7510 Wastewater Plant ................................................................................................ 349-7520 29 Neighborhood SedUces D ec¢o y Water Plant .......................................................................................................... 349-750 [ Traffic Control/Traffic Counts .............................................................................. 349-8462 Traffic Engineering ..................................................................................................... 349-8910 Traffic Ordinances ..................................................................................................... 349-8910 Traffic Signals / Timing .............................................................................................. 349-8462 Traffic Signs ................................................................................................................. 349-8462 Traffic Tickets Automated Information Line ........................................................ 349-7825 Transfer Utilities ....................................................................................................... 349-8700 Transformers on Fire ................................................................................................... 9 J J Trash and Debris ....................................................................................................... 349-7819 Tree Cutting Permits ................................................................................................ 349-8360 Tree Planting Programs ............................................................................................ 349-8537 Trees [n Roadway ........................................................................................................... 349-7161 In Utility Lines ..................................................................................................... 349-8400 Tree Ordinance .......................................................................................................... 349-8233 Truants (Police) .......................................................................................................... 349-818 [ Underground Line Locations / Service (Wiring) ............................................... 349-8400 Utility Payment Questions ...................................................................................... 349-8700 Utility Service - Connect / Disconnect ............................................................... 349-8700 ¥ Valves in Street (Water & Sewer) ......................................................................... 349-7181 Variance Requests Driveway ............................................................................................................... 349-8910 General ................................................................................................................. 349-8350 Vendor Inquiries ........................................................................................................ 349-7742 View Obstruction ..................................................................................................... 349-7819 W Warehouse ................................................................................................................. 349-8437 Warning System (Outdoor Sirens) ....................................................................... 349-7175 Warrants ..................................................................................................................... 349-7976 Wastewater Engineering ........................................................................................................... 349-8910 PlantTours ............................................................................................................ 349-7520 Treatment .............................................................................................................. 349-7520 Water Analysis .................................................................................................................. 349-7509 Audits ..................................................................................................................... 349-7322 3O Neighborhood SedUces D ec¢o y Conservation ....................................................................................................... 349-7165 Engineering ........................................................................................................... 349-8910 Hardness ............................................................................................................... 349-7509 Leaks - Streets & Hydrant ............................................................................... 349-8400 Line Location ....................................................................................................... 349-8400 Main - Broken ..................................................................................................... 349-8400 Pressure (Low) .................................................................................................... 349-8456 Quality ................................................................................................................... 349-7509 Rationing ............................................................................................................... 349-8171 Water & Sewer: Collection ............................................................................................................. 349-8489 Taps and Loops/Taps (New) ........................................................................... 349-7176 Water Meter: Commercial .......................................................................................................... 349-8456 Cover Replacements .......................................................................................... 349-8456 Damaged / Leaks ................................................................................................. 349-8456 Higher FlowTesting ............................................................................................ 349-8456 Problems ............................................................................................................... 349-7177 Readings (Hi-Lo) ................................................................................................. 349-7642 Set / Testing .......................................................................................................... 349-8456 Tampering ............................................................................................................. 349-7642 Water Source identification: Drinking ................................................................................................................ 349-750 I Underground ....................................................................................................... 349-7509 Water Storage Tanks: Overflow .............................................................................................................. 349-750 I Problems/Vandalism ......................................................................................... 349-7501 WaterTestJng (For Purity and Content) .............................................................. 349-7509 Water Well Permits .................................................................................................. 349-7524 Web site ............................................................................................. www. cJtyofdenton.com Weather Information (Severe) ............................................................................... 349-7175 Weed Control ........................................................................................................... 349-7819 Well Disinfecting ....................................................................................................... 349-7509 Wine and Beer Permits ........................................................................................... 349-8321 Wires Down .............................................................................................................. 349-8400 Z Zoning Questions ..................................................................................................... 349-8350 Zoning Requests for Changes ................................................................................ 349-8350 Neighborhood Se ices Directory Resources for l ieighborhood Organizations Your organization ma5: have an interest about a neighboAood issue such as crime prevention, mosquito abatement, beautification, traffic or similar topics. The tbllowing ci~, contacts are prepared to assist your neighborhood organi- zation with questions related to their department progrmns and SelWices. If you are uncertain about whom to call, the Neighborhood Services contact will be happy to guide you to the correct city staff person. To schedule a speaker to cover your area of interest, your organization's presi- dent may contact the following individuals at least two weeks ahead of your meeting date. Ever>., effort will be made to accommodate your request. We look fo~wvard to assisting you! Meighborheed Services Neighborhood Services Contact ........................................................................... 349-8308 City Hanager~s Office Director of Management & Public Information .................................................. 349-8302 Assistant to the City Council ................................................................................. 349-8554 Comm~ait7 DeYe~opmeat Manager of Community Development ................................................................. 34%7726 HousingAssistance Program .................................................................................. 34%7238 32 Neighborhood SedUces D ec¢o y Home Improvement & Lead Abatement Programs ...........................................349-7237 Social Services ............................................................................................................ 349-7234 Bconomic Development Director of Economic Development .................................................................... 349-8303 Asst. Director of Engineering ................................................................................. 349-8948 FaciBties Management Director of Facilities Management ........................................................................ 349-8134 Fire Chief .................................................................................................................... 349-8830 Fisca~ Operations Director of Fiscal Operations ................................................................................ 349-8224 Human Resources Director of Human Resources .............................................................................. 349-8344 Deputy Assistant Attorney ...................................................................................... 349-8336 Landscape Administrator ......................................................................................... 349-8233 Libraries Overall Library System: Director, Denton Public Libraries ............................. 349-8750 *Speaker Topics: All Library Topics Adult Services ............................................................................................................ 349-8762 Neighborhood Se kes D ec¢o y Youth Services ........................................................................................................... 349-8774 Parks & Recreation Recreation Programming ......................................................................................... 349-8268 *SpeakerTopics: Leisure Services,Water Park Park Maintenance ...................................................................................................... 349-7135 *Speaker Topics: Park Operations, Services, Maintenance ParkAcquisition/Development/Construction ..................................................... 349-8275 *Speaker Topics: Park Planning, Construction, Current Projects Keep Denton Beautiful ............................................................................................ 349-7770 *SpeakerTopics: Neighborhood Beautification Organization & Execution Parks Director ........................................................................................................... 349-8274 *SpeakerTopics: Parks & Recreation Programs & Services Special Events/Block Parties ................................................................................... 349-8272 P~annina & DeYe~opmen¢ Denton Planner H ...................................................................................................... 349-835 Building Inspections .................................................................................................. 349-8860 Code Enforcement: Senior Code Enforcement Officer ................................... 349-7818 Pablic laformatioa Public Information Manager .................................................................................... 349-8] 7] Public Information Officer ...................................................................................... 349-8509 Reprographics Manager ........................................................................................... 349-8129 Public Transportation (LINK) Manager ................................................................ 349-7702 34 Neighborhood Se kes D ec¢o y Police Captain, Denton Police Department .................................................................... 349-7942 Collection Services Manager .................................................................................. 349-8004 Traffic Operations Manager ................................................................................................. 349-7144 Utilities Admi~istratio~ Special Projects Coordinator ................................................................................. 349-8202 E~ecCric Asst. Director of Electric, Denton Municipal Electric ....................................... 349-7121 Marketing Services Manager ................................................................................... 349-7328 Marketing Specialist .................................................................................................. 349-7142 Water Water Utilities Coordinator .................................................................................. 349-7107 Neighborhood SedUces D ec¢o y The city is building and continually updating the contact information of per- sons who represent their neighborhood or area stakeholders. Some contacts are officially elected representatives whose organizations currently hold at least an ammal meeting. However, the majority of organizations presently listed were loosely fo~ed to address issues or concerns in their neighbor- hoods. Over time, neighborhood-wide meeting notification, participation or fo~al elections may have lapsed. Neighborhoods with active organizations contribute to the vibrancy of our community and sustainabili~' of our neighborhoods. To add or change your neighborhood contact information or to receive a copy of info~ation made available to the ci~,, contact Neighborhood Se~-ices at 349-8308. AddiCio~a~ Resources It is not feasible to include all of the information helpful to neighborhood organizations in a directeD: of this size. A Neighborhoods link at httt~:/f/ww'w. ciO~ofi:/e,to,.com > Rexide,tx > Neighborhoodx is under construction for that purpose. It will support timely intbrmation, documems, and printable topic-related brochures and flyers. Comments and suggestions for content are welcomed. Contact Neighborhood Services at 349-8308. 36 Neighborhood Se ices Directory Neighborhood Safe Concerns The Denton Police depamnent has developed a Community Oriented Policing style where offi- cers and citizens work together through a con- sultation process to identi~' crime and non-crime problems. Prevention and resolution of these problems is achieved through adaptation of police methods and mobilization of resources from both fl~e community and the Police Department. Report a concern- Citizens may inform the police about neighborhood safety concerns by completing an interactive Web site form at htt£:,(/~'ww, cityq/~len- ton. corn >My Gove~wment >Police Del~artment >CommuniO, > N~ighbor- hood Concerns, or call the Police Department at 349-8181 to contact your Community Resource Officer. Dead Animals - There is no fee to pick up a dead animal that is a stray or a wild animal. There is a charge for picking up and disposing of deceased pets. Contact Animal Selwices at 349-7594. Loose Dogs - The City of Denton has a ;;leash law" ordinance. It is unlawful for the owner or person in possession of any animal to permit the animal to run at large in the city or to trespass upon the premises of any other person. Contact Animal Selwices at 349-7594. Crime Reduction Programs Several crime reduction programs are offered by the Denton Police. For more information, contact the Denton Police Duty Officer at 349-8181. Citizen Police Academy - a 13-week program designed to open the lines of communication bet~veen the Denton Police Department and the communi~~. Operation I.D. Program H.E.A.T. - Help End Auto Theft CERT-Community Emergency Response Team RAD-Rape/Aggression Defense There is no longer a formal ~Neighborhood Watch'~ program. However the community officer assigned to your neighborhood can provide similar %vatch' instruction to your organization. 37 Neighborhood SedUces D ec¢o y If you suspect or have knowledge of gang activity in your neighborhood, con- tact the Police Department at 349-818 l. Graffiti Graffiti impacts the quali~' of life and often encourages additional physical property decay. The City of Denton does not have an ordinance requiring the eradication of graffiti by property owners~ but we request that the owner eradicate it. If the owner fails to do with their pennissiom police and volunteers remove it to the extent budgeted funds allow. The Police and Keep Denton Beautiful have a collaborative working relation- ship that utilizes volunteers, adjudicated offenders serving communiB7 ser- vice, and City employees, with paint donated by local businesses to eradicate reported graffiti. Graffiti on traffic signs and solid waste containers is referred to the Traffic Control Division, 349-8462~ and Solid Waste Departments, 349- 8787. To report graffiti call the Police Department at 349-8181. Mome~ess persons Police officers will put homeless individuals in contact with hmnan service agencies that can assist them. Contact the Police Department at 349-8181. Neighborhood PeAce Officers Police Officers are assigned to your neighborhood. If your organization would like to meet with them, contact the Denton Police Department Duty Officer at 349-8181 and your call will be directed to the appropriate person to schedule a meeting. For problems with your streetlight outages or to request additional lights in your neighborhood contact Electric Dispatch at 349-7500. E~ectric~ P r Concerns To report an electrical power outage~ lines or pole damage~ or a tree growing into power lines, call Electric Dispatch at 349-8400. 38 Neighborhood SedUces D ec¢o y The 16 outdoor warning siren system is tested at 11:45 a.m. on the first Wednesday of each month. Sirens arc not tested during periods of inclement weather. The warning siren systems exist to warn citizens of im- minent or existing emergencies or disasters. When the sirens arc activated for any reason other than routine testing., citizens should go indoors m~d rely on KNTU radio 88.1 FM or television for essential emer- gency intbrmation. For more information visit >Q~dck lnj:brma~ion> Fire Depar~rflent>O~a'oor Warning Sirens or Weather Emergencies. ~9 Neighborhood SedUces D ec¢o y Special Events Safety Special events build a sense of community, express- ing the city's cultural and artistic diversity, as well as entertaining and educating. Each year the City of Denton commits its resources through staff time, fa- cilities and equipment resources to provide support to these events. As the number and size of events grow, it is necessaD~ to provide individuals and event organizers with a streamlined process to best coordinate event management and support efforts. Permits & Forms All Neighborhoods or individuals planning special events utilizing public places must complete a Special Event Agreement. The agreement check- list and other required information will help event organizers and city staff streamline the approval process and assist with the success of the event. Forms are available online at http:lS,'%'ww, cityq~tenton, com> Enjrtving Denton > Planning A 3~ecial Event or by contacting the Special Events Coordinator at 349-8272. Permits available online include: Required of all events: o Special Events Agreement . Special Events Guidelines . Contingency Plans Applicable tbmas: . Food Handlers Permit . Tempora~5~ Street Closure Application-The street closure request must be submitted no later than 14 days before the date of the event. Wind Device Applications . Over The Street Signs . Banners & Balloons A coho Permits The City of Denton does not issue beer and wine permits. Contact the Texas Alcohol Beverage Commission at 349-2877. The Denton office is open on Tuesdays and Wednesdays and is located in the Courthouse-on-the-Square at 110 W. Hicko~,'. 4O Neighborhood SedUces D ec¢o y Traffic Safety Public transportation-for LINK maps and ,~, schedules or to request a stop added in your "linking people to ploces ' neighborhood, contact LINK Customer Service at 566-5465 or LlNK(~cityofdenton. conl. To make a neighborhood residential restrict- ed parking request, contact the Engineering Department at 349-8910. The Traffic Safety Commission reviews petitioner requests and staff investigations regarding any request that affects the traffic flow on city streets and/or right-of-way such as parking, school zones, loading zones, bicycle lanes, skateboards/roller blades on sidewalks, handicap parking, etc. The Street Division is responsible for repairing potholes, minor street failures, and utili~, cuts made by various franchises. Call the Street Division at 349- 7161. For street construction, please call the Engineering Department at 349-8910 or for the latest Street Construction Report, visit >O~ick I.forma~io. >Street (7o.xtr~ctio. Contact the Streets Division at 349-7160 for residential city sidewalk repairs. Children at play signs- Although some agencies have posted such signs in residential areas, studies do not indicate that these signs reduce accidents or slow drivers. If such signs encourage parents and children to believe there is an added degree of protection - the public safety is not being served. As a practical consideration, children should not be encouraged to plas; in the street. The City of Denton does not install %hildren at play" signs since it is a direct and open suggestion that this behavior is sate. Because of these serious considerations, State and Federal standards prohibit 4~ Neighborhood SedUces D ec¢o y the use of"Children at Pla3;" signs. Specific warnings for schools, play- grounds, parks and other recreational facilities arc available where clearly jus- tified. For other available deterrents contact the Traffic Engineer at 349-8910. Missing stop and street name signs or to add a neighborhood stop sign - Contact the Traffic Control Division at 349-8462. Sign Ordinance - For questions regarding or a copy of the Denton Sign Ordi- nance, contact Code Enforcement at 349-7819. Speed Bumps Streets identified as primm3, routes for emergency vehicles or listed on the Thoroughfare Plan are not eligible for speed humps. You must first obtain Fire Department approval by contacting 349-8110. If approved, complete a Road Hump Petition and the Road Hump Program for Residential Streets by contacting the Traffic Control Division at 349-8462 or visit htt£:/?www, ciO,of- denion, com> 3/Iy Government>Development 3~'rvices>Engineering>Forms. Policies, and P~x)ced~res. ~raffic sig~a}s To report a broken traffic signal, contact the Traffic Control Division at 349- 8462. If it is after office hours, please call Dispatch at 349-8400. City Ordinance prohibits the owner or occupant of any comer lot from placing a fence, wall, hedge, shrub, plant, tree, sign or other object that is greater than two feet in height, as measured from the top of the curb, within the visibilit'y triangle in a street intersection. The visibility triangle measures a distance of 25 feet from the comer and includes all property within the triangle. If there is a location where visibility is obstructed due to plants or trees and the owner or occupant of the property will not trim them back when asked to do so, call the Code Enforcement Office at 349-7819. 42 Neighborhood SedUces D ec¢o y Environmental Safety Air q~a~ity The North Central Texas Council of Governments provides ozone reports for the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex area and Denton. If an ozone warning has been issued, children, elderly individuals m~d those with heart and lung prob- lems should avoid, reduce, or modi~~ outdoor activities. Visit http:/Twwm cityq/Jen/on, corn to find out if an ozone warning has been issued and for tips on what citizens cml do to promote healthy air in Denton. The City of Denton uses a larvicide (Bti) as a means of biological control. Bti is a type of bacteria that when ingested by mosquitoes, produces a toxin that kills the mosquito before it can become a biting adult. Contact the Drainage Division at 349-7116 for more information. The United States Environmental Protection Agency considers a substance hazardous if it can catch fire, react or explode when mixed with other sub- stances, is corrosive, or is toxic. These may include drain and window clem~- ers, furnitnre polishes, disinfectants, antifreeze, motor oil, paint, paint thinner and strippers, fertilizers, pesticides, weed killers, moth balls, and batteries. Contact Solid Waste/Recycling at 349-86 ! 5. Household hazardous waste is collected free of charge during special events sponsored by Safcty-Kleen Corporation and Keep Denton Beautiful. Visit the Keep Denton Beautiful Web site at http:/Twvew, kdb.org. Car oi~ a~d household chemicaN disposa~ Used oil and oil filters may be taken to certain fire stations for recycling. To find ont which fire stations have disposal stations or the correct disposal of household chemicals, contact the Recycling Division at 349-8615. Chemica~ spi~s If you witness a chemical spill or chemicals being dumped onto the ground or into a creek, call the Environmental Complaints Manager at 349-7527. If the spill possibly constitutes an immediate health or safety risk, please call 911 and a Fire Depa~nent HazMat tcmn will be dispatched. 43 Neighborhood SedUces D ec¢o y F~ooding, pollution, or drainage problems in Four The Drainage Division maintains the drainage system by reshaping and grad- ing channels, clearing debris from road and bridge crossings, cleaning inlets and catch basins, removing sand and silt accumulations in lined channels, and weed control through mowing and herbicide applications. To report storm drainage problems call the Drainage Division at 349-7116. ~ega~ dumping To report illegal dumping in progress call 349-8181 or, if not in progress, call the Illegal Dumping Hofline at 484-JUNK The Environmental Crimes Of- ricer will pursue the incident. Lead-based paint Community Development Division has a program to combat lead paint haz- ards. Actions ma), include removal and replacement of contaminated housing components, stabilizing or enclosing painted surfaces and temporarily relocat- ing families during the construction process. Call Community Development at 349-7726. Water Q~a~ity Report Visit http:/?www, ciO;ofdenton, com >My Government >Utilities ;;'~4Zater UHli- ties > t~ater Quality. 44 Neighborhood Se ices Directory i ieighborhood Appearance Keep Denton Bea~tif~ One of the best ways to meet your neighbors and sustain the quality of life in your neighborhood is to orgm~ize or participate in a neighborhood clean up. There arc several clem~ up projects scheduled year round as well as the ~Adopt a Spot" program through Keep Denton Beautiful. For more informa- tion on these projects and events con- tact Keep Denton Beautiful at 349-8537 or visit http:l~,l~'ww, kdb.org. To participate in this beautification program contact Keep Denton Beautiful at 349-8537 or visit htt/p:i?Wwve, kdb.or, g. Contact Keep Denton Beautiful at 349-7770. 1117 Riney Rd .................................................................................. 349-8537 Lawn, garden, m~d exterior home repair equipment is available to any indi- vidual or group that wants to make property improvements or repairs, or to perform regular property maintenance. University groups, scout troops, youth organizations, civic orgm~izations, churches, etc. may check out these tools to pego~ their special prqiects. *Cash or cashier's check only for deposits Librao, hours-April through September Fridays m~d Mondays only, from 4 to 5:30 p.m. ONLY. October through March, you may call KDB to check out a tool(s). Maintenance & Fuel Fees: these non-refundable lbes will help defray the costs associated with tool maintenance, gas/oil, and blade sha¢- ening. Mowers $5 Chainsaw $8 Power Tools (non-electric) $2 Neighborhood SedUces D ec¢o y Neighborhood Beautification-general Abandoned Yehides Contact the Denton Police Department to have abandoned cars Oll the street removed. The non-emergency phone number is 349-8181. Capita~ improvements For more information on Capital Improvements Projects contact the Engineer- ing Department who coordinate and manage the Ci~:'s Capital hnprovement Projects 349-8910. Code Enforcement investigates complaints concerning possible violations of nuisance ordinances. substandard and dmlgerous building complaints, and right-of-way' use. For more information, contact the Code Enforeement Division at 349-7819. Main Office- 601 E. Hickory (Police Department) ......................................... 349-7819 Senior Code Enforcement Officer, DJ Branham 3020 N. Locust (North Branch Library) .............................................................. 349-8794 3020 N, Locust (North Branch Library) .............................................................. 34%8793 2535 Charlotte (Owsley office-bilingual) _.34%8161 1225 Wilson Denton Housing Authority Building ..................................................................................................... 34%8122 2201 South I 35E (Golden Triangle Mall) ............................................................. 349-8095 Services hand,ed Grass and Weeds (12 inches or over) Trash and Debris Junk Vehicles Signs View Obstruction Home Occupations If you would like to report a violation, and do not know which office serves your area of Denton, please call the main number 349-7819 Community garden The Parks and Recreation has a Communiw Garden Program. Plots in the Com- muniw Garden at Bowling Green Park are available for rent to new gardeners. Sign up forms and garden plot rules arc available at the Civic Center in the spring. Contact the Parks and Recreation Deparm~ent at 349-PARK for more information. 46 Neighborhood Se ices Directory Debris ~nd high ~r~ss/weeds It is a violation of city code for a property owner to allow heavy accmnula- tions of debris or to allow grass and weeds to grow to a height greater than twelve inches. Contact the Code Enforcement division at 349-7819 to report violations. The Demolition Program assists to demolish substmldard structures while the Rental Rchab progrmn assists rental property owners with repairing rental property Ibr low to moderate income households. Contact Community Devel- opment at 349-7726. Dyne Dirt Products~ comprised of compost, soil~ mulch, and chips, cml be purchased and picked up at the Pecm~ Creek Water Reclamation Plm~t at 1100 S. Mayhill Road. Dyne Dirt products are available on Wednesdays mid Saturdays from 7 a.m to 3 pm. The cib~'s Beneficial Reuse Division handles all Dyne Dirt operations and may be reached at 349-7527. Homeowner programs Contact the Community Development Division at 349-7726. Communib' Development's programs include: Home Improvement Loans~ Homebuyer's Assistance. Emergency Repair and Micro-Enterprise Loans. Junk c~r reme¥~ Contact the Code Entbrcement division of the Denton Police Department. Code Enforcement is located at 601 E. Hickou.' (Police Department), 349- 7819. The main office hours are Monday through Fridas¢ 8 am. to 5 p.m. Visit the Keep Denton Beautiful Wcb site at http://www.kdb.org for progralns and ideas to help prevent litter. Mobile feed vendors The Consumer Health Division performs health inspections of food facilities, which include mobile vendors such as hot trucks~ ice cretan trucks~ and push carts. Contact the Consumer Health Division at 349-8360. 47 Neighborhood Se ices Directory Neighborhood Parks The Denton Parks and Recreation Departlnent maintains 28 parks, open spac- es, and hundreds of acres of yet-to-be-developed land designated for parks. Contact the Parks and Recreation Department at 349-PARK for information on specific park improvements. Property mainteaance The Community' Development Division administers fimding designated to assist low and moderate-income citizens. Various funding sources are used to provide these services including Federal Community Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME funding. Community Development's programs include: Home hnprovement Loans. HomebuyeFs Assistance, Emergency Repair and Mi- cro-Enterpfise Loans. The Community Development staffworks with more than 25 social service agencies that receive funding support from the City of Denton. Contact the Community Development Division at 349-7726. P~b~ic improvements in o~r community The Community Development Division administers fimding used to demolish substandard buildings and complete public facilities projects, which improve water and sewer services, streets and drainage services and sidewalks and parks se~dce. For more information on Conmmnity Developmenh call 349- 7726. The Texas Attorney General's Or'ce publishes a Tenants~ Rights Brochure. This brochure explains your fights as a tenant under Texas Law and provides information on preserving your fights. To download a copy of the brochure go to http:/;,W ww'. ciO;ojdenton, corn >My Government >Departments>Building lnspec~ons >General lnfi);w~ation > 7knant Rights. Collection day - Single-family homes in Denton receive weekly recycling collection on one of their regularly scheduled garbage collection days. To find out your collection day visit htt£://ww w. cityq/~enlon, corn > Utilities>Solid ~Faste Department>Recycling>Residential Curbside or call Customer Rela- tions at 349-8787. 48 Neighborhood SedUces D ec¢o y Apartment recycling - The Recycling Division operates many drop-off centers. o North Lakes Park. Windsor Dr. (~. Hinkle Dr. o Shady Oaks. Dallas Dr. (~ Shady Oaks . Piggly Wiggly. 619 Sherman Dr. ° Ft. Worth Dr. (~ 1-35 o Cupboard Natural Foods. Congress Q~} N. Elm St Recyclable items accepted - Almmnum and steel/tin cans, glass bottles and jars of any color, plastic bottles and jugs #1 - #7, newspaper and magazines, junk mail and phone books, office and school paper, cardboard and box- board. For more information on recycling visit htt£?www, ciO,oj:denton, corn > Utilities>Solid 14/oxte DeDortment>Recycti~,g>Rexidentiot Curbxide. Right-of-way is a public or private area that allows for the passage of people or goods and includes passageways such as freexvays, streets, bikexvays, alleys and walkways. A public right-of-way is dedicated to the public for its use and under the control of a public agency. It is unlawfiLd for any owner, tenant, or lessee of a premises to allow grass, weeds, or other vegetation over twelve inches in height, trash, rubbish, filth, or debris to be upon the abutting or adjacent sidewalk, parkway, or alleyway. Sig~s &AdYertisiag Devices Signs and Advertising devices stapled to utili~: pole, public street light, hydrant, bridge, traffic control device, street sign or other public structures are prohibited by City ordinance. Contact the Code Enforcement Office at 349-7819. Ordinance- City of Denton Ordinance No. 2002-20 I, Signs and Advertising Devices, regulates the construction, reconstruction, erection, installation, place- ment, relocation, maintenance, display, use, modification, alteration and removal of private signs within the city. This ordinance is a parr of the Denton Development Code. For specific information on a commercial building in your neighborhood, please contact the Planning Department at 349-8350. Street Sweeping The Drainage Division maintains curb and gutter streets by sweeping to prevent build up of sand and debris in thc storm sewer inlets. For ques- tions call the Drainage Division at 349-7116. 49 Neighborhood SedUces D ec¢ow $~bst~d~rd Str~ct~res Demolition Program - This program assists to demolish substm~dard struc- tures. Contact Community Development at 349-7726 for more information or visit htqv: /5%'w w. cityq/i:/enion, corn ;> 3/ly Government> Develol)ment Services >Communi9' Develolvment >Demolition/Rental Rehab for minimum eligibil- it).,' qualifications, ~pes of structures that can be demolished, how to apply, and qualifying household yearly income limits. All bags of garbage must be placed just behind the curb in front of your resi- dence prior to 7 am. on your collection day. Garbage should be put out no earlier that the night before. Loose material and individual pieces that can be placed in bags will not be collected until properly bagged. Bagged trash cus- tomers may pick up two free rolls (104 bags of free plastic garbage bags annu- ally. For more information on solid waste trash services call 349-8787 or visit htl£:,~'ww, ci~yq/i:/enlon, com ::'For ResidenLs'>Garbage Co//ec~ion> Bagged ,Service. Bulky item collection - Call Customer Relations at 349-8787 to make ar- rangements for the collection of large appliances such as refrigerators and freezers, dishxvashers, washers m~d d~:ers, stoves, air conditioning units, water heaters. There is no fee for appliances without CFCs or PCBs. A one- time fee of $50 per item will be added to your monthly bill ibr applim~ces that contain chlorinated fluorocarbons (CFC) or polychlorinated biphenyls (PCB). Between pick-ups - Residents can take furniture and other bulky household items (not applim~ces with CFCs or PCBs) to the landfill tbr disposal at no charge if you are in good stranding with your utility account and have proof of Denton residency. The Landfill is located at 1100 Mayhill Road. Keep Denton Beautiful sponsors an annual Community Tree Giveaway in October in which volunteers give away' trees to citizens. In addition, Keep Denton Beauti~l conducts a Neighbo~voods program, which is designed to reforest neighborhoods that are lacking street trees. For more information on these progr~s visit httF :/;/www. kdb. erg. 5O Neighborhood SedUces D ec¢o y Tree ordinance - see Planning & Development (page 46.) Brush, tree limbs, grass, and leaves are collected on your curbside recycling day. Amount - Customers may place up to eight cubic yards (one cubic yard equals 3' x 3' x 3~) of brush, tree limbs, grass, and leaves out for free collec- tion on the scheduled recycling day. Brush and limbs should be cut into 4' lengths and stack in front of your residence with the cut end toward the street. If the combined yard waste exceeds eight cubic yards, you will be charged $4 per cubic yard for all cubic yards set out for collection. For additional infor- mation, call Customer Relations at 349-8787. Compost facility - Residents may also take their clean yard waste to the compost facility (adjacent to the landfill) for a slnall fee. The Landfill is located at 1100 Mayhill Road. Call the Landfill at 349-7510 tbr more infor- mation. Mulching - Mulching is an easy and beneficial way to deal with leaves. Just mow and leave on your lawn. Composfing is another akernative. Building a COlnpost pile in the fall will provide you with holne grown fertilizer for spring planting. Wa~er City's Drought Contingency Plan - The drought contingency plan describes the conditions that require short-term water demand management in the City of Denton and establishes policies and procedures that offer strategies for a timely and effective water management response. Such a response is needed when water use in any area approaches the system's supply, treatment, or deliver: capaci~:. Examples include drought conditions, unusually high water delnands, unforeseen equipment/system failure, or contanfination of a water supply source. Conservation - For information on water conservation and helpful tips, visit Denton Water Utilities Web site at http://www, ciO, ofdenton, com or contact the Water Utilities Department at 349-7165 Neighborhood Se ices Directory Neighborhood Planning & Zoning WhaC is neighborhood Neighborhood planning is an opportunity for citizens to take an active role in the planning process for their community. The neighborhood planning process involves citizens, local stakeholders, city departments, commtmity organizations and institutions working together to address land use, planning, transportation, and urban design issues. The goal is to promote mntnal responsibility and joint problem solving. WhaC is zoning? Zoning is a ci~:-maintained and enforced set of laws which regulate the use of publicly or privately owned property. City zoning ordinances divides the community into specific "zoned" areas. These zoning districts limit the use of the property as well and set out specific construction controls. Research the zoning on yonr property for specific requirements by contacting the Cfi),' of Denton Planning Department at 349-8350. The new zoning map is available at http://gisweb.cityofdenton.com This map is also available for examination at the Plalming and Development office, City Hall West, 221 N. Elm. Denton DeYe~epmenr Cede Definitions Nonconforming use A nonconforming use is the use of any land, building or structure that does not conform with current regulations but did comply, or was not under require- ments to compl>~ at the time the use was established or the building was constructed. Specific requirements govern the discontinuance of nonconform- ing uses. In addition, specific code requirements address the ability to make major substantial changes to structures designatcd as nonconforming uses. 52 Neighborhood SedUces D ec¢o y Rural Residential (RD-5) These are areas ofveD~ low-density residential development and agricultural lands. Rural Commercial (RC) These areas arc the locations of small rural commercial operations such as general stores, established ;;Frtfit Stands" and places where some hand made goods can be purehased. Neighborhood Residential 1 (NR-1) These areas are a prominent feature of Denton's newest neighborhoods. Resi- dential densities in these areas average one home per acre. Neighborhood Residential 2 (NR-2) Primarily residential development. Residential densities in these areas average two homes per acre. Neighborhood Residential 3 (NR-3) The predominant zoning category of residential development in Denton. Resi- dential densities in these areas average three homes per acre. Neighborhood Residential 4 (NR-4) Primarily residential with some allowances for duplex-style development. Residential densities in these areas average four homes per acre. Neighborhood Center Residential 6 (NR-6) These areas will be a prominent feature of Denton's newest neighborhoods. They focus on the heart of the neighborhood and encourage an appropriate mix of housing types with some supportive commercial uses. Six houses per acre of land typify residential densities in these areas. Neighborhood Residential Mixed Use 12 (NRMU-12) Mixed use development intended to prese~fe and protect existing neighbor- hoods and to ensure that any new infill development is compatible with existing land uses, patterns, and design standards. This catego~' allows low to moderate intensity multi-family housing. Residential densities in these areas average twelve units per acre. Neighborhood SedUces D ec¢o y Neighborhood Residential Mixed Use (NRMU) The heart of the Neighborhood Center. Appropriately designed neighbor- hood-oriented retail, office and service development with allowances for town homes, civic uses and limited multi-stoD~ apartments. This category is typi- fied by lnoderate and higher intensity muki-family housing. Community Mixed Use General (CM-G) These areas provide the necessm3; shopping, services, recreation, employment and institutional facilities that arc required and supported by the surrounding community. This use catego~: contains buildings ranging from one to three stories with at least 20 pement of each property being landscaped. Community Mixed Use Employment (CM-E) These areas will provide the necessaD~, services, employment and institutional facilities that arc required and supported by the surrounding community. This use category has buildings ranging from one to three stories with at least 20 percent of each property being landscaped. These areas may' contain locations for new office blocks and canapus-style office development. Downtown Residential (DR-I) These areas represent the traditionally residential portions of downtown. In the future expect to see more new residential projects. Downtown Residential (DR-2) These areas also represent the traditionally residential portions of downtown. In the future, expect to see more new residential projects with slightly higher density standards. In these areas buildings may reach up to three or four sto- Nes in height. Downtown Commercial General (DC-G) This is the cemral core of downtown Denton. The setting is urban with much activity. With broad sidewalks and buildings oriented to the street, all the downtown land use categories will help to create and enhance an inviting urban enviromnent. Buildings in these areas ma5; reach up to eight stories in height. Downtown Commercial Neighborhood (DC-N) These areas, slightly less intense than the Downtown Commercial General, 54 Neighborhood Se kes D ec¢o y are also an urban setting containing a mix of jobs and housing. Buildings in these areas may reach up to five stories in height. Regional Center Residential 1 (RCR-1) These regional centers arc designed to create focal point of COlmnunity activ- in: including shopping, services, recreation, employment and institutional hcilities. These more intense residential areas will contain a weakh of sup- portive shops and services. They are an important component ibr the local neighborhood as well as an entire region. Regional Center Residential 2 (RCR-2) These regional centers are designed to create focal point of community activ- it'y including shopping, SelWices, recreation, employment and institutional facilities. The setting in this area is urban, containing a mix of jobs and hous- ing, both within the same buildings and nearby, with a focus on multi-family housing. Buildings in these areas may reach up to four stories in height. Regional Center Commercial Neighborhood (RCC-N) This type of regional center stresses the importance of neighborhood scale retail and commercial uses. As in the other Regional Center areas described, you will find activities that include shopping, services, recreation, employ- ment and institutional ihcilities. Buildings in these areas may reach up to five stories. Regional Center Commercial Downtown (RCC-D) These centers will serve as major commercial hubs for Denton. Commercial activity serving the entire region may be found in these areas and buildings may reach up to eight stories in height. As in the other Regional Center areas activities may include shopping, services, recreation, employment and institu- tional facilities. Employment Center Commercial (EC-C) These are areas that provide locations for a broad variet'y of workplaces and complimentms~ uses. Generally this land use categms~ focuses on office and profcssional businesses. Employment Center Industrial (EC-I) The purpose of these areas is to provide locaions for a variety of workplaces Neighborhood SedUces D ec¢o y and complimenta~' uses. In general, there is slightly nloro light manufactur- ing and low impact industrial uses in this land use catego~: than EC-C. Industrial Center Employment (lC-E) This area has many of the same work processes and employment types as In- dustrial Center General such as manufacturing, xvarehousing mad distributing, indoor and outdoor storage, and a wide range of commercial and industrial operations but includes of more amenities like hotels, motels, and recreation facilities. Industrial Center General (1C-G) These areas are characterized by having a variety of work processes mad employment such as manufacturing, warehousing and distributing, indoor and outdoor storage, and a wide range of commercial mad industrial operations. Planned Development (PD) These are master planned developments and must meet higher standards of scrutiny throughout the development process. Details of developments within PD districts will go before the P&Z Commission and the City Council. Multi-Family-1 (MF-1) Multi-family district designated as a holdover by Council action Februa~: 5, 2002. Agricultural (A) Property located in the city limits of Denton with current zoning designated as Agricultural pending future zoning. Ge~era~ ProperCy ~opic~ Building Permits The building permit is a piece of paper which documents that the city has reviewed your building plans and has determined that they meet the require- ments of the Building Code. Residential permits typically take seven to 10 days to process. A building permit is required for any new construction, alteration, demolitiom remodeling, expansion, addition or repair of a structure. Construction under- taken without a permit may subject all required project permits to penalty and may involve dismantling or uncovering completed work to provide access for 56 Neighborhood SedUces D ec¢o y inspection. To apply for a permit or to determine whether a permit is required for your project, call the Building Inspections Department at 349-8360 before starting the work. City limits To detenmne whether your property is within the city limits~, visit htt£:./)"www. ci~'¢~denton, corn >A~y Government >Development Services >Engineering > Maps for printable maps or contact the Engineering Department at 349-8910. Communication towers The Telecommunications Tower Standards and Tower Location Standards are found in the Denton Development Code, Chapter 35 of the Cib' of Denton Code of Ordinances, Subchapters 12.8.4 and 12.8.5. The Development Code can be found at ht~p:/Twww, ciO;oflenton, corn >My Government ~'Pl~nning >Development Code or call Electric Communications at 349-7171 for infor- mation on communications towers. Deed restrictions Restrictive covenants (also knovm as covenants, homcovmcr covenants, or deed restrictions) are private land use controls included as part of the property title. A deed restriction or covenant restricts thc property usc and is enfbrceable by civil litigation. Homeowners associations or other property owners in thc same subdivision who have similar restrictions on their property usually undertake these actions. Fences Unless there is an easement, a fence may be located on the property line. Permission must be granted prior to fencing across easements. Fences cannot exceed 42 inches in height in the front yard and cannot exceed 24 inches in height in the 25 foot visibility triangle located on a comer lot. A building per- mit is required for installing a fence in a new location, at a new height, or if you do not have an existing fence. Contact Building Inspections at 349-8360. Energ7 Audits CMl Denton Municipal Electric at 349-7137 or fill out form online at ww w. dmepower corn > Ct~stomer Prog~ms >Energy Enforcing covenants The City of Dentom as with most local governments, has no power to enforce Neighborhood SedUces D ec¢o y restrictive covenants. For questions concerning restrictive covenants or deed restrictions contact a real estate attorney. Historic Designation The Historic Landmark Commission and ci~' preservation officer identi~,' and recommend areas within the city limits that quali~: tbr historic district designation. If your property is designated a city historic landmark or is in a historic district local ordinances may limit what you can do to the exterior of the stlx~cture. Contact the Cky of Denton Main Street Office at 349-8529 for further information. Mome Business Definition-A home occupation is defined as any occupation or activity that is clearly incidemal and seconda%' to the use of the property and is not detri- mental to the enjoyment of adjoining properS,. Those specifically prohibited include: carpenter's, electrician's, painter's or similar contractor's shop; appli- ance, automobile or furniture shop; Barber or beauty shop; Storage or ware- house used for distribution; Sign shop; On premise merchandising activity; or any office that depends on substantial client traffic to the premise. Please check with the Planning Department at 349-8350 to see ifa use you propose is permittcd in your neighborhood. Neighbors experiencing problems with home business in their neighborhood. Contact the Code Entbrcement Division at 349-7819. Mome RemodeBng Unless the alterations are purely cosmetic (painting, cabinets, etc.) you will need to apply for a building permit. Contact Building Inspections at 349- 8360. ~mpact ~ees Impact fees are charged to new development to offset its impact on existing water and wastewater facilities. Impact fees help pa5" the cost of building or expanding facilities in order to provide the adequate service that a new de- velopment requires. These fees arc updated every' five years. For questions or comments on impact tees call (940) 349-7107. S8 Neighborhood Se ices Directory The land development code is covered under chapters 28-35 in the City' of Denton Code of Ordinances. The complete Code of Ordinances can be viewed at http:,5'~'w w. cityq/demon, corn :> Quick lr?fbrmation >Mumcipa! Code or at the Emily Fowler Public Librau: Reference Desk. Landscaping ~nformation Landscaping infommtion is covered under chapter 31 of the City of Denton Code of Ordinances and accessible as mentioned under the Land Develop- ment Code topic. For additional information contact the Landscape Adminis- trator at 349-8233. Residential Landscaping The free TEXAS SMARTSCAPE CD offers landscaping tips that utilize na- tive and adapted plants that will provide beantifuL economic, and ecologic benefits to your property. Your free copy may' be picked up at the main desk of Building Inspections~ Ci~: Hall West, 221 N. Elm during regular business hours or during extended office hours until 7 p.m. on the second and fourth Thursdays of each month. For more information call 349-8233. Tree Ordinance The city's Tree Presel'vation Ordinance is being updated. A draft of the ordi- nance, and all meeting information associated with the update process may be found at htt£://ww w. ciO, q/~enton, corn > For Business >Planning> Tree Ordinance. You may also contact the Landscape Administrator at 349-8233. Han~fact~red homes A manufactured home or recreational vehicle park shall be located only in designated zoning areas and with a specific use permit for that purpose, as provided and defined in the zoning ordinance. Contact the Planning Depart- ment at 349-8350 to find out the zoning of your neighborhood. Addresses- may be found by visiting www.cityofdenton.com >MyGovern- ment >Development Services >Engineering >Maps. Dimensions- Call the Engineering Department at 349-8910. Maps- Contact the Engineehng Department at 349-8910. 59 Neighborhood SedUces D~ec¢o~y Proposed DeYe~op~enCs For information on proposed developments around your neighborhood, or to show support or opposition to proposed developments in your neighborhood, call the Planning Department at 349-8350. Tree Ordinance See Lm~dscaping Information. 6O Neighborhood Se ices Directory Neighborhood Community Neighbors He~pi~g Neighbors Agencies American Red Cross, Denton Chapter ............................................................... 384-0880 Friends of the Family - Information ...................................................................... 387-513 I Hope Incorporated - Information & Referral .................................................... 382-0609 Interfaith Ministries ................................................................................................... 565-5479 Salvation Army ........................................................................................................... 566-3800 Service Program forAging Needs (SPAN) .......................................................... 382-2224 United Way of Denton County - Information & Referral ............................... 566-2688 *For a comprehensive list of additional agencies, contact Community Development Social Services at 349-7234, Adopt-A-School program The Adopt-A-School program is designed to bring business and education together. Call the Denton lSD Public Information office at 369-0005 for more information. Fair Housing Fair housing is your right. It is illegal to discriminate in the sale, rental or leasing of property. Contact Communib' Development at 349-7726. Head Start Program Contact Denton ISD at 349-0000 for information abont Head Start and school readiness programs. Homebuyer's Assistance Programs Call Community Development at 349-7726. Home Improvement Loan Program The home improvement loan program helps with small emergency repairs to large home improvement prqiects. Call Communi~~ Development at 349-7726. Plus One Program The P-L-U-S One Program assists qualified individuals and families in the City of Denton with their utility bills when they are facing financial or other serious hardships and is administered by interfaith Ministries, Inc. Contact Utility Customer Service at 349-8700 for more information on making contri- butions or accessing services. 6~ Neighborhood SedUces D ec¢o y Renters/Special Needs Information for renters and persons with special needs may be obtained by contacting Community Development at 349-7726 Immunization assistance- The Denton County Health Depamnent (DCHD) helps lower-income families obtain immunizations required for all school- aged children attending Denton lSD. DCHD is located at 306 N. Loop 288, #183. Their phone number is 349-2900. Library Volunteers Since the North Branch Librau7 opened in July 2003, the amount of programs and number of citizens served will continue to grow. You can help the libra%, by volunteering your time and participating in the events and programs that the library has to offer. For more information on libra~' events or to get more information about being a volunteer, please call 349-8759. The libraD, also has a citizen support organization called Friends of the Library. To obtain a membership application and more details about this orga- nization you can call the administration office of the libraD, at 349-8755. Micro Enterprise Loan Program This program assists eligible small businesses to begin or expand. Please contact Community Development at 349-7726. C~asses For Neighbors The City of Denton offers a number of classes to citizens on subjects rang- lng from safety topics to lower-cost landscaping. Classes are offered free of charge or at a ve~.' nominal cost. The schedule for the classes will be carried on the city Web site neighborhood link presently under construction, on the specific department link, or by contacting the department directly. Citizens Police Academy Contact the Police Depa~nent at 349-7978 Citizens Fire Academy Contact the Fire Department Public Education Officer at 349-8118 or fill out the registration form at httl~:/?~www, ci~'o./~tenton, corn >3t3, Government >Pub- lic SaiL-v), ~nd Tran~12oriaiion >Fire De£arfment>Cifizen 'x Fire Academ),. 62 Neighborhood SedUces D ec¢o y CPR Training Contact the Fire Department Public Education Officer at 349-8118. Homebuyers' Classes Homebuyers' classes on the process of buying a new home are conducted pe- riodically by the Community Development Department. Please contact them at 349-7726. How to Start/Establish a Neighborhood Association Determining the organization's boundaries, bylaws, structure, name, dues, as well as planning the first meeting, promoting the first meeting neighbor- hood-wide, planning kick-off activities/events, planning an initial membership drive, etc. Contact Lancine Bentley at 349-7770. How to Grow Your Neighborhood Association Assessing neighborhood needs, organizing new committees, partnerships, fund raising, neighborhood communication, new member and volunteer re- cruitment, working with community leaders and city departments, etc. Contact Lancine Bentley at 349-7770. National Gold Medalist Denton Parks & Recreation Classes Classes for citizens of all ages! View or download the latest schedule of fun opportunities at http:/?www, ciO;ofde~ton, com> l~injo),ing Dento~ > Parks Recreation and click on the picture of the director'. Water production facility tours Lake Lewisville Water Production Plant call (940) 349-7525 or e-mail water production tcclmical assistant. To schedule a tour of the Pecan Creek Water Rec- lamation Plant call (940) 349-7123 or e-mail watershed protection specialist. Xeriscape Classes Water Utilities offers free Xeriscape classes. To register for a class, call 349- 8172 or fill out the registration ibrm at http:/?~'ww, ci~'ofdento~z corn Gover~rne~t > Utilities > PI/bret Utilities >Xeriscape C/asses. 6~ Neighborhood SedUces D ec¢o y Questions I have a question that you did not answer. How Call I get it answered now or where can I send it so that it can be included in subsequent directories? - Contact the Neighborhood Services at 349-8308 or e-mail neighborhood. services(&cib'ofdenton.com This directoo; provided by City of Denton Neighborhood Services A copy may be printed or downloaded from http.'/7TM ww. ciO;oflenton, corn > neighborhoods. 64