Summary
The consultants recommended a three-tier rental licensing system that rewards responsive landlords with fewer inspections and lower fees, while problem properties get more oversight and higher fees. Council members expressed strong interest, noting the city currently has mostly enforcement sticks and few carrots.
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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 10, 2026.
Impact analysis
License fees would be calibrated to staff time spent on each property tier.
Tenants in poorly maintained apartments and responsible landlords who would pay less and face fewer inspections.
Negligent landlords who would face more frequent inspections and higher fees.
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