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City Administrator Hagen asked how much of the inspection checklist is coming from the property <br /> maintenance code. <br /> Community Development Director Hanson noted that there are a few items that could be removed <br /> from this checklist. She said this is not a list the City came up with, but a list that a lot of other <br /> cities use that have a similar inspection program. <br /> Councilmember Musgrove said she is in support of getting rid of the program as there are already <br /> checks and balances within the City code and lease agreements to address issues. <br /> Councilmember Riley suggested keeping the program while figuring out how to make it as least <br /> invasive as possible. He added that inspecting the properties in between tenants is a great idea; <br /> however, it is not practical as the City is not notified of tenant changes. <br /> Councilmember Olson stated he would support slimming down the program with less frequent <br /> inspections. He said he would still like to have an option for tenants to opt out of inspections. He <br /> added that more communication needs to be had in general around this program sharing that it is <br /> intended to be a benefit to both the tenants and the landlords. <br /> Councilmember Riley suggested allowing people to opt out of inspections in personal spaces such <br /> as bedrooms and closets, but not opting out of the inspection as a whole. <br /> Councilmember Woestehoff shared that they have been able to make exceptions and <br /> accommodations for those renters who did not want their units inspected at this time as they would <br /> be moving out shortly. He said he would like the checklist shortened and suggested giving the <br /> renters a copy of the checklist prior to the inspection so they are aware of what will take place. He <br /> stated he does not think these issues are worth scrapping the entire program at this time as there is <br /> still value being provided to both the landlords and the renters. <br /> Councilmember Howell said she liked the idea of staying out of personal spaces as this would not <br /> be too invasive but still allow the inspection to take place to look at bigger areas of concern. <br /> Councilmember Musgrove explained that the landlords are the ones who are renting out their <br /> properties and they should be the ones doing the inspection. She shared that in the times she has <br /> been a renter she has never had a city come into her unit and perform an inspection. She said this <br /> program makes the City the middleman between the renter and the landlord. <br /> City Administrator Hagen asked if they would be able to provide an option for renters to opt out <br /> of these inspections. <br /> City Attorney Knaak said they would be able to waive this enforcement in a particular case if the <br /> circumstance permits. He noted that with a regulatory function such as this, what goes for one <br /> person has to go for all. <br /> City Council Work Session/November 12, 2024 <br /> Page 7 of 9 <br />