HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - AHSC - 04/10/2018 Cohasset Affordable Housing Steering Committee
Meeting Minutes
April 10, 2018
Wilcutt Commons
35 Ripley Road, Cohasset MA 02025
Attendees: Robert Jeffers (at large)
Paul Kierce (at large)
Bridget Bearden (at large)
Clark Brewer (planning)
Jack Creighton (cons commit)
Peter Hobson (at large)
Peter Matchak (Town Planner)
Susan Sardina (public/Housing Authority)
Noreen Browne (Habitat)
Beth Tarpey
Not in Attendance: Donna McGee
Sue Reagan
7:04p meeting called to order by Rob Jeffers.
After review of the February meeting minutes, a motion to approve made
by Clark Brewer, and seconded by Paul Kierce. Vote was unanimous.
Noreen Brown reviewed the pipeline for South Shore Habitat for
Humanity projects ranging from Quincy to Duxbury, in addition to some metro
west properties. They are currently building their 58t" home since 1956.
Discussion on how Habitat acquires its parcels, mostly through competitive RFPs.
Habitat does all the permitting before the title, some potential funding could
come through CPC. Habitat does the paperwork with DHCD and monitors their
stock with DHCD throughout the year. LIP (local initiative program). Most Habitat
homes are 1,300 sq ft with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. One option could be
the parcel on the corner of Jerusalem Rd and 228, as the tax lien has been lifted.
It could accommodate 2-3 townhouses. 185,000 is the current sale price for a
3bed unit. Require personal statement and severe housing need in an
application, follow the same lending guidelines as other lenders, then they do a
home visit. They narrow down the list to four families and present the cases
anonymously to the board of directors. 250 hours in building per adult in the
household. DHCD monitors the bedroom count. They can offer ocal preferences
but not a guarantee, family based program but would not preclude couples with
no kids. There is no formal wait list, but they have an email distribution list of
about 350 people. Last batch there was 22 applications, are required to have
legal status and they need a minimum of three years projected. Four
foreclosures in the 50 years, average tenure is lifetime. Perpetual deed
restriction. Usually about 1 -1 1.5% annual appreciation on the property. Habitat
sells at 60% of AMI but a re-sell, which Habitat would assist with, would be 80%
of AMI. There is no monitoring of income after initial qualification. Town taxes
are assessed based on the sale price. One approach would be for CPC money
buys the lot initially and gifts it to Habitat, who then finances the construction
and sells the mortgage to the homeowner. Habitat plans to raise money as if
they weren't getting any donations. Gala, donations, in-kind donations, Habitat
bike ride to raise funds. Have not done any energy efficient builds. Stoughton
house might have solar panels on that. $200k per unit to develop. Brought a
video for us to watch on a thumb drive, perhaps do it next year?
Susan Sardina — Not representing the CPC. Elm Street property (the front
portion only) was assessed at $640K, it is state owned property, so technically
state-owned. The state would sell the house to finance the construction of four
new units on the second half, back of the property. Another option is DHCD
funding specific for veteran housing which would count to the SHI. This funding
might be a possibility for the front portion of the elm street property.
Peter Matchak applied for the MAPC district and technical assistance
(DLTA) grant to pay for the Housing Production Plan. If the grant is not approved,
another option to secure funds would be to request from CPA/CPC which has a
10% allocation to housing every year. Affordable Housing should participate
more in Master Planning meetings, the next forum on housing will be in June. It
would also be beneficial for the MAPC to meet with Affordable Housing
Committee.
For next meeting, beef up the list of 10 or so options, including pros/cons
site capabilities and zoning. At next meeting, vote on which options need more
study and which options we are comfortable with recommending an option to
selectman in June. Peter will talk to Chris and Tracey to get committee on
selectman agenda in June. Subcommittee to beef up the options are Peter and
Clark. Section 1: Progress thus far; 2: Here is our list and brief overview of each; .
Review of charter. Sue will submit resignation and will be replaced by a
new designate from the Elder Affairs Beth Tarpey.
Next meeting is May 8, place TBD. Peter motioned at 9:OOp to adjourn,
seconded by Clark and vote was unanimous.