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Agenda 09/26/2017 Item #11A09/26/2017 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Recommendation to approve two resolutions for technical revisions to the Collier County State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) Local Housing Assistance Plan (LHAP) for Fiscal Years 2013-2014, 2014-2015, 2015-2016, 2016-2017, 2017-2018 and 2018-2019 revising the Owner- Occupied Rehabilitation Program, updating the Short Sale Policy, adding a new Construction Assistance Strategy, and providing required clarifying language. OBJECTIVE: To promote affordable housing with new and expanded programs and technical revisions of local strategies under the SHIP program. CONSIDERATIONS: On July 7, 1992, the William E. Sadowski Affordable Housing Act was signed into law to provide funding to local communities through a documentary stamp tax on real estate transactions to promote affordable housing. Under the SHIP program, Collier County and the City of Naples receive funds from the State to provide initiatives to expand affordable housing opportunities. The 2013-2016 LHAP was most recently amended March 22, 2016 (11.D.). The 2016-2019 LHAP was adopted April 26, 2016 (16.D.4.). The LHAP identifies various methods, or strategies, by which funds will be allocated and disbursed. The new strategy for Construction Assistance and a proposed revision for Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation Program to the FY 2013-2016 LHAP will guide the expenditure of the remaining 2013-2016 SHIP funds. Currently, the 2013-2016 and the 2016-2019 LHAPs allow for a maximum award of $30,000 at all income levels for the Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation Program. Staff recommends an increase in the rehabilitation award to a maximum of $55,000, with a rehabilitation cap of $50,000 per unit. Any additional cost, up to $5,000 for project delivery, shall also be recorded on a subordinate note and mortgage. A new Construction Assistance Strategy is proposed to assist for -profit or non-profit organizations to develop single-family housing for sale to income eligible buyers. The maximum award amount is $50,000 per unit. There are several reasons for these recommended changes including the requirement that 60% of the funding must be spent on those earning 80% of the AMI or lower, and a minimum of half of that must be spent on those earning 30% of the AMI or less. Increasing the rehabilitation funding assistance allows for additional repairs to the existing affordable housing stock. Creating a new Construction Assistance Strategy will help address needed affordable housing construction. During the economic downturn, the BCC directed staff to create a short sale policy to mirror the mortgage market policies in order to offer an option to foreclosure. The BCC adopted a short sale policy accepting 6% of the loan value in a short sale transaction. Later, when the economy began to improve, the BCC suspended the policy and directed staff to come back to the BCC when appropriate to consider a policy reinstatement. Staff continues to receive an occasional short sale request (less than 10/year) and recommends that a policy be in effect to allow these transactions to be handled consistently. Recent short sales occurring while no policy was in place may have moved to foreclosure resulting in $0 repaid to the County. With this policy reinstatement, it is recommended that the BCC require a repayment of 30% of the SHIP mortgage be repaid in a short sale transaction. The policy continues to require lender short sale approval and a signed sales contract, among other administrative requirements. The policy is consistent with the structure of other SHIP short sale policies and is allowable under the program. Through consultation with the grantor agency it has been determined that they do not regulate policies and 11.A Packet Pg. 185 09/26/2017 procedures related to debt settlement. The BCC, as the lender, has the ability to establish its p olicies for debt settlement. In addition, other clarifications were made including new language on documentation for legal status, and striking the word developer and replacing it with subrecipient per the Florida Housing Financing Corporation technical directive. The Naples City Council considered and approved these changes on September 6, 2017. The SHIP program requires the Board of County Commissioners to approve, by Resolution, any revisions to the LHAP. Florida Housing Finance Corporation will complete a review of the proposed changes once approved by the Board. Should any substantive changes be required, the LHAP will be brought back to the Board for approval. However, most recommendations made by the grantor are technical and ministerial in nature. FISCAL IMPACT: Submission of the Local Housing Assistance Plan revisions allow Collier County to expend funds for the fiscal years identified in this plan. SHIP grant funds reside in SHIP Fund 791, Projects 33258 (FY 13-14 funds expended), 33331 (FY 14-15), 33429 (FY 15-16) and Projects 33467 (FY 16-17), 33525 (FY17-18) and Not Yet Available (FY 18-19). GROWTH MANAGEMENT IMPACT: The LHAP revisions will allow the County to expand affordable housing rehabilitation assistance to its citizens, assist with new housing construction, and further the goals of the Housing Element of the Collier County Growth Management Plan. LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: This item is approved for form and legality and requires a majority vote for Board approval. - JAB STAFF RECOMMENDATION: To approve the technical revisions to the SHIP Local Housing Assistance Plan and authorize the Chairman to sign two Resolutions revising the SHIP LHAP for fiscal years 2013-2014, 2014-2015, 2015-2016, 2016-2017, 2017-2018, and 2018-2019, and revising the Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation Program and updating the Short Sale Policy, adding a new Construction Assistance Strategy, and providing required clarifying language. PREPARED BY: Susan Golden, Senior Grants & Housing Coordinator, Community and Human Services ATTACHMENT(S) 1. LHAP 2016-2019 81517 w-attach I & J (DOCX) 2. 2016-2019 Exhibits A-J (PDF) 3. 2013-16 17Amendment Exhibits A-J (PDF) 4. 2013-2016 LHAP Amendment ConstrA OOR 81617 w-attach I & J (DOCX) 5. Stamped CAO docs LHAP (PDF) 11.A Packet Pg. 186 09/26/2017 COLLIER COUNTY Board of County Commissioners Item Number: 11.A Doc ID: 3633 Item Summary: Recommendation to approve two resolutions for technical revisions to the Collier County State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) Local Housing Assistance Plan (LHAP) for Fiscal Years 2013-2014, 2014-2015, 2015-2016, 2016-2017, 2017-2018 and 2018-2019 revising the Owner- Occupied Rehabilitation Program, updating the Short Sale Policy, adding a new Construction Assistance Strategy, and providing required clarifying language. (Kim Grant, Community and Human Services Director) Meeting Date: 09/26/2017 Prepared by: Title: – Community & Human Services Name: Susan Golden 08/15/2017 3:48 PM Submitted by: Title: Division Director - Cmnty & Human Svc – Public Services Department Name: Kimberley Grant 08/15/2017 3:48 PM Approved By: Review: Public Services Department Joshua Hammond Additional Reviewer Skipped 08/16/2017 7:36 AM Public Services Department Kristi Sonntag Additional Reviewer Completed 08/16/2017 10:37 AM Community & Human Services Kristi Sonntag Additional Reviewer Completed 08/16/2017 10:43 AM Community & Human Services Cormac Giblin Additional Reviewer Completed 08/16/2017 3:17 PM Community & Human Services Maggie Lopez Additional Reviewer Completed 08/17/2017 8:52 AM Operations & Veteran Services Sean Callahan Additional Reviewer Completed 08/17/2017 12:06 PM Public Services Department Joshua Hammond Level 1 Division Reviewer Completed 08/17/2017 2:42 PM Public Services Department Steve Carnell Level 2 Division Administrator Review Completed 08/18/2017 8:32 AM Grants Erica Robinson Level 2 Grants Review Completed 08/23/2017 9:12 AM County Attorney's Office Jennifer Belpedio Level 2 Attorney of Record Review Completed 08/28/2017 2:48 PM Office of Management and Budget Valerie Fleming Level 3 OMB Gatekeeper Review Completed 08/28/2017 3:32 PM County Attorney's Office Jeffrey A. Klatzkow Level 3 County Attorney's Office Review Completed 08/28/2017 4:26 PM Grants Therese Stanley Additional Reviewer Completed 08/29/2017 10:14 AM Budget and Management Office Ed Finn Additional Reviewer Completed 08/29/2017 10:54 AM 11.A Packet Pg. 187 09/26/2017 County Manager's Office Leo E. Ochs Level 4 County Manager Review Completed 09/19/2017 12:22 PM Board of County Commissioners MaryJo Brock Meeting Pending 09/26/2017 9:00 AM 11.A Packet Pg. 188 COLLIER COUNTY FL SHIP LHAP 2016-2019 Adoption Date: April 26, 2016 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 - 1 - Collier County, Florida SHIP LOCAL HOUSING ASSISTANCE PLAN (LHAP) 2016-2017, 2017-2018 and 2018-2019 ADOPTED BY RESOLUTION 2016-75 Amended by Resolution 2017- ___ 11.A.1 Packet Pg. 189 Attachment: LHAP 2016-2019 81517 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) COLLIER COUNTY FL SHIP LHAP 2016-2019 Adoption Date: April 26, 2016 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 - 2 - Table of Contents Description Page # Section I, Program Details 3 Section II, Housing Strategies 8 A. Owner Occupied Rehabilitation 8 B. Purchase Assistance 10 C. Foreclosure Prevention 13 D. Disaster Mitigation 16 E. Rental Development 18 F. Rental Assistance 20 G. Rental Rehabilitation 21 H. Rental Acquisition 23 I. I. New Strategy – Construction Assistance 25 Section III, Incentive Strategies 29 A. Expedited Permitting 29 B. Ongoing Review Process 29 C. Other Incentive Strategies Adopted 2529 Exhibits 31 A. Administrative Budget for each fiscal year covered in the Plan B. Timeline for Estimated Encumbrance and Expenditure C. Housing Delivery Goals Chart (HDGC) For Each Fiscal Year Covered in the Plan D. Signed LHAP Certification E. Signed, dated, witnessed or attested adopting resolution F. Ordinance: (If changed from the original creating ordinance) G. Interlocal Agreement H. Other Documents Incorporated by Reference I. . Short Sale Policy J. Essential Personnel Certification 11.A.1 Packet Pg. 190 Attachment: LHAP 2016-2019 81517 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) COLLIER COUNTY FL SHIP LHAP 2016-2019 Adoption Date: April 26, 2016 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 - 3 - I. Program Details: A. Name of the participating local government: Collier County Board of County Commissioners Is there an Interlocal Agreement: Yes __X_____ No ______ If “Yes”, name local government(s) in the Interlocal Agreement: __City of Naples_________________________________________________ B. Purpose of the program: 1. To meet the housing needs of the extremely low, very low, low and moderate income households; 2. To expand production of and preserve affordable housing; and 3. To further the housing element of the local government comprehensive plan specific to affordable housing. C. Fiscal years covered by the Plan: 2016-2017, 2017-2018 and 2018-2019 D. Governance: The SHIP Program is established in accordance with Section 420.907-9079, Florida Statutes and Chapter 67-37, Florida Administrative Code. Cities and Counties must be in compliance with these applicable statutes, rules and any additional requirements as established through the Legislative process. E. Local Housing Partnership: The SHIP Program encourages building active partnerships between government, lenders, builders and developers, real estate professionals, advocates for low-income persons and community groups. F. Leveraging: The Plan is intended to increase the availability of affordable residential units by combining local resources and cost saving measures into a local housing partnership and using public and private funds to reduce the cost of housing. SHIP funds may be leveraged with or used to supplement other Florida Housing Finance Corporation programs and to provide local match to obtain federal housing grants or programs. G. Public Input: Public input was solicited through face to face meetings with housing providers, social service providers and local lenders and neighborhood associations. Public input was solicited through the local newspaper and County website in the advertising of the Local Housing Assistance Plan and the Notice of Funding Availability. H. Advertising and Outreach: SHIP funding availability shall be advertised in a newspaper of general circulation and periodicals serving ethnic and diverse neighborhoods, at least 30 days before the beginning of the application period. If no funding is available due to a waiting list, no notice of funding availability is required. For advertisements other than NOFA’s, the County will accept applications during the dates specified in the advertisement distributed via the County website, email or via the County purchasing office. 11.A.1 Packet Pg. 191 Attachment: LHAP 2016-2019 81517 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) COLLIER COUNTY FL SHIP LHAP 2016-2019 Adoption Date: April 26, 2016 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 - 4 - I. Waiting List/Priorities: A waiting list will be established when there are eligible applicants for strategies that no longer have funding available or when a fiscal year is not open for disbursement . Those households on the waiting list will be notified of their status. Applicants will be maintained in an order that is consistent with the time applications were submitted as well as any established funding priorities as described in this plan and separated based on the strategy applied for. Priorities for funding described/listed here apply to all strategies unless otherwise stated in the strategy. When funds are available for a particular strategy, the applicants from the waiting list will be contacted to complete/update the application for SHIP assistance. Applicants will be placed in the queue for ass istance once they have provided all required documentation and been deemed SHIP eligible. Once there is a list of eligible applicants, they will be ranked in the following order. Ranking Priority: 1. Special Needs Households - Extremely low, Very low, low and moderate-income households and persons with special needs as defined in Florida Administrative Code, 67-37.002 Definitions (21) Persons Who Have Special Housing Needs. a) Extremely low b) Very low c) Low d) Moderate 2. Essential Services Personnel a) Extremely low b) Very low c) Low d) Moderate 3. After Special Needs Set-asides and ESP goals are met a) Extremely low b) Very Low c) Low d) Moderate J. Discrimination: In accordance with the provisions of ss.760.20-760.37, it is unlawful to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, handicap, or marital status in the award application process for eligible housing. K. Support Services and Counseling: Support services are available from various sources. Available support services may include but are not limited to: Homeownership Counseling (Pre and Post), Credit Counseling, Tenant Counseling, and Foreclosure Counseling, through qualified HUD approved agencies. L. Purchase Price Limits: The sales price or value of new or existing eligible housing may not exceed 90% of the average area purchase price in the statistical area in which the eligible housing is located. Such average area purchase price may be that calculated for any 12-month period beginning not earlier than the fourth calendar year prior to the year in which the award occurs. The sales price of new and existing units, which can be lower but may not exceed 90% of the median area purchase price established by the U.S. Treasury Department or as described above. 11.A.1 Packet Pg. 192 Attachment: LHAP 2016-2019 81517 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) COLLIER COUNTY FL SHIP LHAP 2016-2019 Adoption Date: April 26, 2016 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 - 5 - The methodology used is: __X__ U.S. Treasury Department _____ Local HFA Numbers M. Income Limits, Rent Limits and Affordability: The Income and Rent Limits used in the SHIP Program are updated annually by the Department of Housing and Urban Development and posted at www.floridahousing.org. Affordable means that monthly rents or mortgage payments including taxes and insurance do not exceed 30 percent of that amount which represents the percentage of the median annual gross income for the households as indicated in Sections 420.9071, F.S. However, it is not the intent to limit an individual household’s ability to devote more than 30% of its income for housing, and housing for which a household devotes more than 30% of its income shall be deemed Affordable if the first institutional mortgage lender is satisfied that the household can afford mortgage payments in excess of the 30% benchmark and in the case of rental housing does not exceed those rental limits adjusted for bedroom size. Any exceptions to the ratios must be approved by the Community and Human Services Director. N. Welfare Transition Program: Should an eligible sponsor/subrecipient be used, a qualification system and selection criteria for applications for Awards to eligible sponsors/subrecipients shall be developed, which includes a description that demonstrates how eligible sponsors/subrecipients that employ personnel from the Welfare Transition Program will be given preference in the selection process. O. Monitoring and First Right of Refusal: In the case of rental housing, the staff and any entity that has administrative authority for implementing the local housing assistance plan assisting rental developments shall annually monitor and determine tenant eligibility or, to the extent another governmental entity provides the same monitoring and determination, a municipality, county or local housing financing authority may rely on such monitoring and determination of tenant eligibility. However, any loan or grant in the original amount of $3,000 or less shall not be subject to these annual monitoring and determination of tenant eligibility requirements. Tenant eligibility will be monitored annually for no less than 15 years or the term of assistance whichever is longer unless as specified above. Eligible sponsors/Subrecipients that offer rental housing for sale before 15 years or that have remaining mortgages funded under this program must give a first right of refusal to eligible nonprofit organizations for purchase at the current market value for continued occupancy by eligible persons. P. Administrative Budget: A line-item budget of proposed Administrative Expenditures is attached as Exhibit A. Collier County, FL finds that the moneys deposited in the local housing assistance trust fund shall be used to administer and implement the local housing assistance plan. Section 420.9075 Florida Statute and Chapter 67-37, Florida Administrative Code, states: “A county or an eligible municipality may not exceed the 5 percent limitation on administrative costs, unless its governing body finds, by resolution, that 5 percent of the local housing distribution plus 5 percent of program income is insufficient to adequately pay the necessary costs of administering the local housing assistance plan.” 11.A.1 Packet Pg. 193 Attachment: LHAP 2016-2019 81517 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) COLLIER COUNTY FL SHIP LHAP 2016-2019 Adoption Date: April 26, 2016 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 - 6 - Section 420.9075 Florida Statute and Chapter 67-37, Florida Administrative Code, further states: “The cost of administering the program may not exceed 10 percent of the local housing distribution plus 5 percent of program income deposited into the trust fund, except that small counties, as defined in s. 120.52(17), and eligible municipalities receiving a local housing distribution of up to $350,000 may use up to 10 percent of program income for administrative costs.” The applicable local jurisdiction has adopted the above findings in the resolution attached as Exhibit E. Q. Program Administration: Administration of the local housing assistance plan may be wholly performed and maintained by Collier County, FL. Or Should a third party entity or consultant be contracted for all of part of the administrative or other functions of the program, the County will provide in detail the duties, qualification and selection criteria as detailed in each strategy and allowed by statute. R. Project Delivery Costs: In addition to the administrative costs listed above, the county or sponsor/subrecipient may charge a reasonable project delivery cost to cover inspections and other eligible project delivery activities performed by county or non-county employees for rehabilitation projects. A sponsor/subrecipient may charge project delivery to cover the cost of assisting eligible homebuyers or tenants in the application process. The delivery cost will be included in the maximum award to the beneficiary. The County will require time sheets from sponsor/subrecipient to track employee hours to prevent duplication of payment. S. Essential Service Personnel Definition: Essential Service Personnel (ESP) persons involved in providing essential services in Collier County, as defined as follows: Those individuals employed in the community as teachers, educators, other school district employees, community college and university employees, police and fire personnel, health care personnel, skilled building trades personnel (as listed in the U.S. Department of Labor, General Decision No. FL 150012, dated 3/20/2015, for building construction in Collier County, Florida, as may be amended or superseded from time to time), and government employees, in compliance with Section 420.9075(3) (a), Fla. Statute and Exhibit J Essential Personnel Certification. 11.A.1 Packet Pg. 194 Attachment: LHAP 2016-2019 81517 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) COLLIER COUNTY FL SHIP LHAP 2016-2019 Adoption Date: April 26, 2016 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 - 7 - T. Green Building and Energy Saving products and processes: The County will, when economically feasible, employ the following Green Building requirements on rehabilitation and emergency repairs: 1. Low or No-VOC paint for all interior walls (Low-VOC means 50 grams per liter or less for flat paint; 150 grams per liter or less for non-flat paint); 2. Low-flow water fixtures in bathrooms—WaterSense labeled products or the following specifications: a. Toilets: 1.6 gallons/flush or less, b. Faucets: 1.5 gallons/minute or less, c. Showerheads: 2.2 gallons/minute or less; 3. Energy Star qualified refrigerator; 4. Energy Star qualified dishwasher, if provided; 5. Energy Star qualified washing machine, if provided in units; 6. Energy Star qualified exhaust fans in all bathrooms; and 7. Air conditioning: Minimum SEER of 14. Packaged units are allowed in studios and one bedroom units with a minimum of 11.7 EER. These requirements may be adjusted for rental developments if the requirement of other construction funding sources requires a more prescriptive list. Innovative design, green building principles, storm resistant construction or other elements that reduce long term costs relating to maintenance, utilities or insurance. Collier County Homeownership Education classes provide curriculum on cost cutting measures that homeowners can use to reduce energy consumption. Collier County also encourages the use or inclusion, when appropriate, of the following: energy star appliances; low-E windows; additional insulation (for increased R-value); ceramic tile; tank-less water heater; 14 and 15 SEER air conditioning units; stucco; florescent light bulbs; impact resistant windows and doors. U. Verification of US Citizenship or Permanent Residency Status: All borrowers must submit proof of U.S. citizenship or U.S. permanent residency. 11.A.1 Packet Pg. 195 Attachment: LHAP 2016-2019 81517 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) COLLIER COUNTY FL SHIP LHAP 2016-2019 Adoption Date: April 26, 2016 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 - 8 - Section II. LHAP Strategies: A. Owner Occupied Rehabilitation Code 3 a. Summary of Strategy: SHIP funds will be awarded to households in need of repairs to correct code violations, health and safety issues, electrical, plumbing, roofing, windows and other structural items. The home must be suitable for rehabilitation and located within the unincorporated and incorporated areas of Collier County. Loans for assistance may include costs related to all eligible repairs, inspections, work write-ups, recording fees and project delivery fees. b. Fiscal Years Covered: 2016-2017, 2017-2018 and 2018-2019 c. Income Categories to be served: Extremely Low, Very-low, Low and Moderate d. Maximum award: $35,000$55,000 * Rehabilitation amount is $30,000 $50,000. Additional cost including project delivery fee may exceed the rehabilitation award amount and shall be recorded on a subordinate mortgage depending on cost of total project. e. Terms: 1. Loan/grant: Funds will be awarded as a deferred payment loan secured by a recorded subordinate mortgage and note. 2. Interest Rate: 0% 3. Term: 15 years 4. Forgiveness/Repayment: Funds will be secured with a recorded fifteen (15) year, 0% interest, deferred subordinate mortgage on the property in the amount of the funds used in the project. The fifteen (15) years will began once all final invoices are paid and deferred subordinate mortgage is signed by homeowner. If all conditions of the loan are met, one-third of the loan will be forgiven in five year increments so that at the end of the fifteenth year the loan is forgiven. Monthly payments are not required. 5. Default/Recapture: The loan will be determined to be in default if any of the following occurs during the Loan term: sale, transfer, or conveyance of property; conversion to a rental property; loss of homestead exemption status; or failure to occupy the home as primary residence. If any of these occur, the outstanding balance will be due and payable. Persons that qualify for SHIP assistance will be required to contractually agree to all SHIP program guidelines, County SHIP mortgage requirements, repayment provisions, and certify that the unit assisted will be their primary residence. 11.A.1 Packet Pg. 196 Attachment: LHAP 2016-2019 81517 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) COLLIER COUNTY FL SHIP LHAP 2016-2019 Adoption Date: April 26, 2016 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 - 9 - Repayment of the loan is required in full when one of the following conditions is met, whichever occurs first: 1. Sale, if proceeds are not sufficient to pay off the mortgage note then the homeowner may contact the County regarding a settlement amount of the SHIP loan that is outlined in the County’s “Short Sale Policy”. 2. Title transfer, either voluntarily or by operation of law, divested of title by judicial sale, levy or other proceedings, including foreclosure or Deed in Lieu. 3. Refinance, a refinance of the first mortgage may be approved without repayment if the request is submitted in writing and the refinance is at a lower fixed rate with no cash out in accordance with the “Subordination Policy”. 4. Home is no longer primary residence, abandoned, leased or rented. In the event that all mortgage holders are deceased, the loan will be forgiven. The County reserves the right to foreclose if the homeowner does not repay the loan as noted above. The County has determined the following terms and provisions for program income versus recaptured funds: All funds are deposited into the Local Housing Trust Fund and reported as Program Income or Recaptured Funds in the State Fiscal Year they are received as appropriate for Annual Reporting purposes. In cases where the qualifying homeowner(s) die(s) during the loan term, the loan may be assumed by a SHIP eligible heir who will occupy the home as a primary residence. If the legal heir is not SHIP eligible or chooses not to occupy the home, the outstanding balance of the loan will be due and payable. If the home is foreclosed on by a superior mortgage holder, the county may make an effort to recapture funds through the legal process if it is determined that adequate funds may be available to justify pursuing a repayment. f. Recipient Selection Criteria: Applicants will be ranked for assistance based on a first-qualified, first-served basis with the priorities for Special Needs, Essential Services Personnel and income groups as described in Ssection I. of this plan. An applicant may submit a completed application for SHIP Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation to the County/Sponsor/Subrecipient for a determination of eligibility at any time. Applicants are required to provide all documentation requested for income, eligibility and qualification determination. Applicants will receive a pre-approval letter and their file will be submitted to the Sponsor/Subrecipient for unit eligibility. g. Sponsor/Subrecipient Selection Criteria: The County may issue an application requesting applications for Construction Management/Subrecipient services from non-profit or for profit organizations. Organizations will may to provide the application intake and certification of households applying for Owner Occupied Rehabilitation as well facilitating the rehabilitation of the property. Organizations will may submit the proposal as outlined in the RFP application and initially provide information including, but not limited to, application intake process, income certification, contractor and bid process or prior rehabilitation and/or income certification experience with references. Additional information 11.A.1 Packet Pg. 197 Attachment: LHAP 2016-2019 81517 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) COLLIER COUNTY FL SHIP LHAP 2016-2019 Adoption Date: April 26, 2016 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 - 10 - will be obtain such as resumes, construction oversight, construction agreements, accounting and financial information for project tracking and payment, organization experience, audit reports, financial statements, and income documentation for evaluation of sponsor/subrecipient eligibility. h. Additional Information: Mobile or manufactured homes will only be eligible for housing assistance if owner occupied, is affixed to the ground, the land is also owned by the occupant, the repairs do not exceed 90% of the value of the existing property and residence; and any and all repairs are within existing codes for the property. B. Purchase Assistance Code 1, 2 a. Summary of Strategy: SHIP funds will be awarded for down payment and closing costs to households to purchase a newly constructed or an existing single family home or condominium. A newly constructed home must have received a certificate of occupancy within the last twelve months. An existing home with at least $2,500 in rehabilitation completed within the last twelve months or within 12 months after purchase may be considered to meet the construction set aside requirement as evidenced by documentation of the completed repairs. Funding, which is provided as a subordinate mortgage loan, may be used for down payment, closing costs and principal buy-down as needed for affordable home ownership. Prospective homebuyers must qualify as a First Time Homebuyer under the HUD definition: An individual who has had no ownership in a principal residence during the 3-year period ending on the date of purchase of the property. This includes a spouse (if either meets the above test, they are considered first-time homebuyers). A single parent who has only owned with a former spouse while married. An individual who is a displaced homemaker and has only owned with a spouse. An individual who has only owned a principal residence not permanently affixed to a permanent foundation in accordance with applicable regulations. An individual who has only owned a property that was not in compliance with state, local or model building codes and which cannot be brought into compliance for less than the cost of constructing a permanent structure. SHIP funds may be used in conjunction with a first mortgage loan obtained from a participating lender, not-for-profit developer, Florida Housing Finance Corporation’s Bond Program or Rural Development. b. Fiscal Years Covered: 2016-2017, 2017-2018 and 2018-2019 c. Income Categories to be served: Extremely low, Very-low, low and moderate d. Maximum award: Extremely/Very Low: $55,000* Low: $35,000* Moderate: $25,000 * *Additional $5,000 may be included for Essential Services Personnel. In the event that another funding source, such as CDBG or HOME, used in conjunction with SHIP, the total amount of assistance from all sources will not exceed the maximum award as stated herein. 11.A.1 Packet Pg. 198 Attachment: LHAP 2016-2019 81517 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) COLLIER COUNTY FL SHIP LHAP 2016-2019 Adoption Date: April 26, 2016 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 - 11 - e. Terms: 1. Loan/grant: Funds will be awarded as a deferred payment loan secured by a recorded subordinate mortgage and note. 2. Interest Rate: 0% 3. Term: 15 years 4. Forgiveness/Repayment: Funds are secured with a recorded fifteen (15) year, 0% interest, and deferred payment subordinate mortgage loan and note forgiven at the end of the 15 year period if all conditions have been met. The County will take a third position if FHFC funds are used in addition to SHIP or at the discretion of the Division Director. Monthly payments are not required. 5. Default/Recapture: The loan may be determined to be in default if any of the following occurs: sale, transfer, or conveyance of property; conversion to a rental property; loss of homestead exemption status; or failure to occupy the home as primary residence. If any of these occur, the outstanding balance will be due and payable. Repayment of the loan is required in full when one of the following conditions is met, whichever occurs first: 1. Sale; if proceeds are not sufficient to pay off the mortgage note then the homeowner may contact the County regarding a settlement amount of the SHIP loan 2. Title transfer, either voluntarily or by operation of law, divested of title by judicial sale, levy or other proceedings, including foreclosure or Deed in Lieu. 3. Refinance; a refinance of the first mortgage may be approved without repayment if the request is submitted in writing and the refinance is at a lower fixed rate with no cash out in accordance with the “Subordination Policy”. 4. Home is no longer primary residence, or is leased or rented. In the event that all mortgage holders are deceased, the loan will be forgiven. The County reserves the right to foreclose if the homeowner does not repay the loan as noted above. The County has determined the following terms and provisions for program income versus recaptured funds: All funds are deposited into the Local Housing Trust Fund and reported as Program Income or Recaptured Funds in the State Fiscal Year they are received as appropriate for Annual Reporting purposes. In cases where the qualifying homeowner(s) die(s) during the loan term, the loan may be assumed by a SHIP eligible heir who will occupy the home as a primary residence. If the legal heir is not SHIP eligible or chooses not to occupy the home, the outstanding balance of the loan will be due and payable. If the home is foreclosed on by a superior mortgage holder, the country may make an effort to recapture funds through the legal process if it is determined that adequate funds may be available to justify pursuing a recapture. 11.A.1 Packet Pg. 199 Attachment: LHAP 2016-2019 81517 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) COLLIER COUNTY FL SHIP LHAP 2016-2019 Adoption Date: April 26, 2016 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 - 12 - f. Recipient Selection Criteria: Applicants will be ranked for assistance based on a first-qualified, first-served basis with the priorities for Special Needs, Essential Services Personnel and income groups as described in section I. (I) of this plan. An applicant may submit a completed application for Housing Assistance to the County for a determination of eligibility at any time. Applicants are required to provide all documentation requested for income, eligibility, and qualification determination. Funds will be reserved and awarded to applicants that have met all of the County requirements, are SHIP Income Certified, homebuyer’s certification and have a mortgage loan approval from a participating Lender prior to submitting an applicant. Applicants must attend a county approved Homeowner Education Program and provide a copy of the certificate to the Division prior to submitting an application. The Certificate must be dated within one year of County application date. g. Sponsor/Subrecipient/Developer Selection Criteria: The County will may issue a Request for Proposals/Application for Purchase Assistance Project Management from non -profit /for profit organizations. Organizations are may choose to provide the Application intake and income certification of households applying for Purchase Assistance. Organizations must submit the proposal an application as outlined in the RFP/Application and initially provide information including, but not limited to, application intake process, income certification process, prior Purchase Assistance and/or income certification experience with references. Additional information to be obtained will include resumes, project management oversight, prior agreements, accounting and financial information for project tracking and payment, organization experience, audit reports, financial statements, for evaluation of sponsor/subrecipient eligibility. Non-profit / for profit housing providers subrecipient/sponsor will be evaluated competitively using established evaluation and selection criteria. CHS staff will evaluate review each application submitted. In the initial phase staff will review the application for general conformance with the submission requirements. The evaluation final phase will consist of an in-depth review of the following:  Compliance with SHIP regulations  Project risk analysis  Financial risk analysis  Capacity and experience  Project feasibility  Adherence to SHIP eligibilities/requirements  Past performance evaluation h. Additional Information: Applicants must secure a first mortgage by an approved lender. 11.A.1 Packet Pg. 200 Attachment: LHAP 2016-2019 81517 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) COLLIER COUNTY FL SHIP LHAP 2016-2019 Adoption Date: April 26, 2016 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 - 13 - i. Units assisted must be within the incorporated or unincorporated area of Collier County. ii. Mobile or manufactured homes are not a category of eligible housing for the County at this time. iii. Completion of the Homebuyer Education Program is mandatory prior to closing. iv. First mortgage must be at a fixed rate; no ARM’s, prepayment penalty, negative amortizations, balloon loan, owner financing or other non-affordable loan terms are allowed. v. Financial Institutions must be approved by the County in order to participate in the SHIP Program. C. Foreclosure Prevention Code 7 a. Summary of Strategy: Funds will be awarded to homeowners that are in arrears on their first mortgage and/or Homeowner Association Fees. The arrearage and/or fees must be at least three months, but no more than six months and cannot be under an active foreclosure action. b. Fiscal Years Covered: 2016-2017, 2017-2018 and 2018-2019 c. Income Categories to be served: Extremely low, Very-low, Low and Moderate d. Maximum award: $10,000 e. Terms: 1. Loan/grant: Funds will be awarded as a deferred payment loan secured by a recorded subordinate mortgage and note 2. Interest Rate: 0% 3. Term: 5 years 4. Forgiveness/Repayment: N/A 5. Default/Recapture: Repayment due upon sale, transfer, or conveyance of property; conversion to a rental property; loss of homestead exemption status; or failure to occupy the home as primary residence. If any of these occur, the outstanding balance will be due and payable. Repayment of the loan is required in full when one of the following conditions is met, whichever occurs first: 1. Sale; if proceeds are not sufficient to pay off the mortgage note then the homeowner may contact the County regarding a settlement amount of the SHIP loan 2. Title transfer, either voluntarily or by operation of law, divested of title by judicial sale, levy or other proceedings, including foreclosure or Deed in Lieu. 3. Refinance; a refinance of the first mortgage may be approved without repayment if the request is submitted in writing and the refinance is at a lower fixed rate with no cash out in accordance with the “Subordination Policy”. 4. Home is no longer primary residence, or is leased or rented. In the event that 11.A.1 Packet Pg. 201 Attachment: LHAP 2016-2019 81517 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) COLLIER COUNTY FL SHIP LHAP 2016-2019 Adoption Date: April 26, 2016 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 - 14 - all mortgage holders are deceased, the loan will be forgiven. The County reserves the right to foreclose if the homeowner does not repay the loan as noted above. The County has determined the following terms and provisions for program income versus recaptured funds: All funds are deposited into the Local Housing Trust Fund and reported as Program Income or Recaptured Funds in the State Fiscal Year they are received as appropriate for Annual Reporting purposes. In cases where the qualifying homeowner(s) die(s) during the loan term, the loan may be assumed by a SHIP eligible heir who will occupy the home as a primary residence. If the legal heir is not SHIP eligible or chooses not to occupy the home, the outstanding balance of the loan will be due and payable. If the home is foreclosed on by a superior mortgage holder, the county may make an effort to recapture funds through the legal process if it is determined that adequate funds may be available to justify pursuing a recapture. f. Recipient Selection Criteria: In addition to being selected on a first-qualified, first –served basis, applicants must: 1. Provide proof on the arrearage in the form of notificati on from the mortgage holder. This cannot be from a private mortgage holder. 2. Provide evidence of a hardship that caused the arrearage (health issue, loss of employment/income, death of household member, divorce, or other evidence acceptable to the division director). 3. Provide a written statement as evidence of the ability to resume making payments after the assistance is used which includes an explanation of how the hardship has been overcome and an indication of the budget plan that will allow for resumption of payments. 4. Receive counseling from a HUD approved agency trained in foreclosure counseling. The counseling agency must sign off on the budget plan. g. Sponsor/Subrecipient Selection Criteria: The County will issue a Request for Proposals/Application for Purchase Assistance Project Management from non-profit /for profit organizations. Organizations are to provide the Application intake and income certification of households applying for foreclosure prevention. Organizations must submit the proposal as outlined in the RFP/Application and initially provide information including, but not limited to, application intake process, income certification process, prior foreclosure assistance and/or income certification experience with references as well as experience with foreclosure counseling. Additional information to be obtained will include resumes, project management oversight, prior agreements, accounting and financial information for project tracking and payment, organization experience, audit reports, financial statements, for 11.A.1 Packet Pg. 202 Attachment: LHAP 2016-2019 81517 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) COLLIER COUNTY FL SHIP LHAP 2016-2019 Adoption Date: April 26, 2016 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 - 15 - evaluation of sponsor /subrecipient eligibility. Non-profit/for profit housing providers subrecipient/sponsor will be evaluated competitively using established evaluation and selection criteria. CHS staff will evaluate each application submitted. In the initial phase staff will review the application for general conformance with the submission requirements. The evaluation final phase will consist of an in-depth review of the following:  Compliance with SHIP regulations  Project risk analysis  Financial risk analysis  Capacity and experience  Project feasibility  Adherence to SHIP eligibilities/requirements  Past performance evaluation h. Additional Information: Applicants may be required to apply to other foreclosure assistance programs (Foreclosure Counseling Program) for assistance prior to being approved for assistance under this strategy. 11.A.1 Packet Pg. 203 Attachment: LHAP 2016-2019 81517 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) COLLIER COUNTY FL SHIP LHAP 2016-2019 Adoption Date: April 26, 2016 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 - 16 - D. Disaster Mitigation Code 5 a. Summary of Strategy: The Disaster Strategy provides assistance to households following a disaster as declared by the President of the United States or Governor of the State of Florida. This strategy will only be implemented in the event of a disaster using any funds that have not yet been encumbered or additional disaster funds issued by Florida Housing Finance Corporation. Also, this will be awarded along with the Owner Occupied Rehabilitation Programs. SHIP disaster funds may be used for items such as, but not limited to: - Tree and debris removal to make individual housing units habitable; - Interim repairs to avoid further damage to home; - Emergency supplies to weather proof damaged home; - Building permits; - Post disaster assistance with non-insured repairs; - Insurance deductibles; - Expenses to prevent flooding of home such as sand bags, sand, pump, rental, etc.; and - Construction of wells or repair of existing wells where public water is not available. - Immediate threats to health and life safety (sewage, damaged windows, roofing) in cases where the home is still habitable. - Imminent residual damage to the home (such as damage caused by a leaking roof) in cases where the home is still habitable. - Repairs necessary to make the home habitable. - Repairs to mitigate dangerous situations (exposed wires) b. Fiscal Years Covered: 2016-2017, 2017-2018 and 2018-2019 c. Income Categories to be served: Extremely/Very-low, low, moderate d. Maximum award: $30,000 e. Terms: 1. Loan/grant: Funds will be awarded as a grant with no recapture terms. 2. Interest Rate: 0% 3. Terms: N/A 4. Forgiveness/Repayment: N/A 5. Default/Recapture: All SHIP funds provided to eligible households will be in the form of a grant and not subject to recapture. Persons that qualify for SHIP assistance will be required to sign a grant agreement, contractually agreeing to all SHIP program guidelines f. Recipient Selection Criteria: Applicants will be assisted on a first-qualified, first-served basis with the following additional requirements: 1. Must provide proof of homeowner’s insurance 2. Must file for and use proceeds from insurance as first option 3. Must complete a FHC approved “disaster self-declaration of income form” 11.A.1 Packet Pg. 204 Attachment: LHAP 2016-2019 81517 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) COLLIER COUNTY FL SHIP LHAP 2016-2019 Adoption Date: April 26, 2016 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 - 17 - The unit assisted must be owner-occupied and homesteaded as the primary residence. g. Sponsor/Subrecipient/Developer Selection Criteria: The County will issue a Request for Proposals/Application for Purchase Assistance Project Management from non -profit /for profit organizations. Organizations are to provide the Application intake and income certification of households applying for Purchase Assistance. Organizations must submit the proposal as outlined in the RFP/Application and initially provide information including, but not limited to, application intake process, income certification process, prior Purchase Assistance and/or income certification experience with references. Additional information to be obtained will include resumes, project management oversight, prior agreements, accounting and financial information for project tracking and payment, organization experience, audit reports, financial statements, for evaluation of sponsor/subrecipient eligibility. Non-profit / for profit housing providers subrecipient/sponsor will be evaluated competitively using established evaluation and selection criteria. CHS staff will evaluate each application submitted. In the initial phase staff will review the application for general conformance with the submission requirements. The evaluation final phase will consist of an in-depth review of the following:  Compliance with SHIP regulations  Project risk analysis  Financial risk analysis  Capacity and experience  Project feasibility  Adherence to SHIP eligibilities/requirements  Past performance evaluation h. Additional Information: Funds for disaster mitigation will only be allocated from unencumbered funds or additional funds awarded through Florida Housing Finance Corporation for the disaster. Also, this will be awarded along with the owner occupied rehabilitation programs. SHIP funds at all times must be used for eligible applicants and eligible housing. SHIP disaster funds may not be used for the purchase or rehabilitation of mobile homes beyond the allowable 20% unless authorized within the Executive Order. 11.A.1 Packet Pg. 205 Attachment: LHAP 2016-2019 81517 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) COLLIER COUNTY FL SHIP LHAP 2016-2019 Adoption Date: April 26, 2016 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 - 18 - E. Rental Development Codes 14, 21 a. Summary of Strategy: Funds will be awarded to developers of affordable rental units for construction financing through other state or federal housing programs to construct affordable rental units. This funding is intended to be used as gap financing required for the project. In cases where a smaller development (less than 50 units) is being proposed that includes Special Needs units, the county may choose to provide a larger amount of the overall construction financing. b. Fiscal Years Covered: 2016-2017, 2017-2018 and 2018-2019 c. Income Categories to be served: Extremely/Very-low, low and moderate d. Maximum award: $100,000 per development over 50 units $150,000 per development with 50 units or less that includes Special Needs units. $50,000 match contribution e. Terms: 1. Loan/grant: For for-profit developers, funds will be awarded as a loan secured by a recorded subordinate mortgage and note. For non-profit developers, funds will be awarded as a forgivable loan secured by a recorded subordinate mortgage and note. 2. Interest Rate: 0%. 3. Term: 15 years 4. Forgiveness/Repayment: a. For For-profits, the loan is due and payable at the end of the term unless the county negotiates an extended loan term to secure affordable rental units in the best interest of the county’s residents. b. For Non-profits, the loan is forgiven on a prorated basis beginning in year six (6) of the fifteen (15) year term so that 10% of the loan is forgiven annually from years six through fifteen. 5. Default/Recapture: For all awards, a default will be determined as: sale, transfer, or conveyance of property; conversion to another use; failure to maintain standards for compliance as required by any of the funding sources. If any of these occur, the outstanding balance will be due and payable. Repayment of the loan is required in full when one of the following conditions is met, whichever occurs first: 1. Sale; if proceeds are not sufficient to pay off the mortgage note then the property owner (not-for-profit or for profit) may contact the County regarding a settlement amount of the SHIP loan. 2. Title transfer, either voluntarily or by operation of law, divested of title by judicial 11.A.1 Packet Pg. 206 Attachment: LHAP 2016-2019 81517 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) COLLIER COUNTY FL SHIP LHAP 2016-2019 Adoption Date: April 26, 2016 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 - 19 - sale, levy or other proceedings, including foreclosure or Deed in Lieu. 3. Refinance; a refinance of the first mortgage may be approved without repayment if the request is submitted in writing and the refinance is at a lower fixed rate with no cash out in accordance with the “Subordination Policy”. 4. Property will no longer serve the intended target population. Repaid funds are considered program income, a portion of which may be used for program administration. f. Recipient Selection Criteria: All applicants for residence in a SHIP-assisted unit must meet income qualifications of the program as determined and reported by the developer’s management company for the development. g. Sponsor/Subrecipient/Developer Selection Criteria: Developers will apply to the county through an application or RFP process. The application/RFP will require proof of developer experience in providing affordable rental housing, proof of financial capacity, evidence of site control (or contract for sale), proof of ability to proceed once all funding is closed, and a housing unit design plan that meets with the county’s housing element in the Comprehensive Plan. The county reserves the right to select developments that have met all the above requirements and: 1. Are in areas of immediate need due to lack of available units. 2. Propose to preserve and improve existing units. All funding awards will be subject to closing on other funding sources. h. Additional Information: Developers will be required to meet compliance reporting requirements on the development necessary to meet the statutory requirements for monitoring of SHIP rental units. The county will provide up to $50,000 of match contribution if developer applies and subsequently is approved through the Florida Housing Finance Corporation for a low-income housing tax credit. 11.A.1 Packet Pg. 207 Attachment: LHAP 2016-2019 81517 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) COLLIER COUNTY FL SHIP LHAP 2016-2019 Adoption Date: April 26, 2016 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 - 20 - F. Rental Assistance Code 13 a. Summary of Strategy: Funds will be awarded to renters that are in need of a one-time payment to assist with in obtaining a lease on a rental unit and qualify under 420.9072 (10). This may include utility deposits, security deposits and rent equal to no more than twelve months’ rent. b. Fiscal Years Covered: 2016-2017, 2017-2018 and 2018-2019 c. Income Categories to be served: Extremely/Very-low, low and moderate d. Maximum award: Extremely/Very low: $15,000 Low: $15,000 Mod: $15,000 e. Terms: 1. Loan/grant: Funds will be awarded as a grant. 2. Interest Rate: N/A 3. Term: N/A 4. Forgiveness/Repayment: N/A 5. Default/Recapture: N/A f. Recipient Selection Criteria: Applicants will be referred by a lead or social service agency, or contact CHS and be assisted on a first-qualified, first served basis. g. Sponsor/Subrecipient/Developer Selection Criteria: Non-profit / for profit housing providers subrecipient/sponsors will be evaluated competitively using established evaluation and selection criteria. CHS staff will evaluate each application submitted. In the initial phase staff will review the application for general conformance with the submission requirements. The evaluation phase will consist of an in-depth review of the following:  Compliance with SHIP regulations  Project risk analysis  Financial risk analysis  Capacity and experience  Project feasibility  Adherence to SHIP eligibilities/requirements 11.A.1 Packet Pg. 208 Attachment: LHAP 2016-2019 81517 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) COLLIER COUNTY FL SHIP LHAP 2016-2019 Adoption Date: April 26, 2016 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 - 21 -  Past performance evaluation h. Additional Information: The lease must be at least twelve months. Applicant must be in danger of becoming homeless (eviction or 3 day notice) or currently homeless. Applicant must be a US citizen or permanent resident. Unit must be able to pass a habitability standard inspection and be within HUD established fair market rent limits. G. Rental Rehabilitation 14 a. Summary of Strategy: The program is designed to rehabilitate rental units within Collier County. The rental units will serve extremely low, very-low, low and moderate income households with a preference for applicants with special housing needs as defined in s.420.0004, Florida Statutes Loans will be given to non-profit /for-profit housing providers subrecipient/sponsors who have site control and ownership of the properties to rehabilitate existing single family rental units on scattered sites or a rental complex located in Collier County. Assistance may be provided for large projects involving the repair of multiple rental units. Individual tenants seeking repairs on their individual rental units may not directly apply for assistance from this strategy. The SHIP funds used in the rehabilitation rental program may be leveraged by public and private sources. b. Fiscal Years Covered: 2016-2017, 2017-2018 and 2018-2019 c. Income Categories to be served: extremely low, very-low, low and moderate income d. Maximum award: Maximum rehabilitation loan to non-profit/ for-profit provider shall not exceed $500,000 per property. Maximum per unit award amount is $30,000. e. Terms: 1. Loan/deferred loan/grant: Funds will be made available by loans secured by a subordinate mortgage placed on the property rehabilitated. 2. Interest Rate: 0% 3. Term: 15 years 4. Forgiveness/Repayment: Repayment of the loan is required in full under the following conditions : 1. Sale; if proceeds are not sufficient to pay off the mortgage note then the property owner (not-for-profit or for profit) may contact the County regarding a settlement amount of the SHIP loan. 2. Title transfer, either voluntarily or by operation of law, divested of title by judicial sale, levy or other proceedings, including foreclosure or Deed in Lieu. 3. Refinance; a refinance of the first mortgage may be approved without repayment if the 11.A.1 Packet Pg. 209 Attachment: LHAP 2016-2019 81517 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) COLLIER COUNTY FL SHIP LHAP 2016-2019 Adoption Date: April 26, 2016 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 - 22 - request is submitted in writing and the refinance is at a lower fixed r ate with no cash out in accordance with the “Subordination Policy”. 4. Property will no longer serve the intended target population. 5. Default/Recapture: Repaid funds are considered program income, a portion of which may be used for program administration. Units will be monitored for a period of fifteen (15) years per Rule Chapter 67 -37 of the Administrative Code. Resale and First Right of Refusal for Affordable Housing will be given to Eligible Sponsors/Subrecipients as noted in Section 420.9075(4) (f) Florida Statutes. f. Recipient Selection Criteria: Non-profit/for-profit providers will be required to income qualify all tenants in accordance with SHIP regulations. Priority for projects will be given to those who serve Special Needs as defined by s.420.0004, Florida Statutes. g. Sponsor/Subrecipient /Developer Selection Criteria: Non-profit / for profit housing providers subrecipient/sponsors will be evaluated competitively using established evaluation and selection criteria. CHS staff will evaluate each application submitted. In the initial phase staff will review the application for general conformance with the submission requirements. The evaluation phase will consist of an in-depth review of the following:  Compliance with SHIP regulations  Project risk analysis  Financial risk analysis  Capacity and experience  Project feasibility  Adherence to SHIP eligibilities/requirements  Past performance evaluation h. Additional Information: Once the improvements are completed, the sponsor/subrecipient shall ensure all eligible tenants will be income qualified that must occupy the units on subject property during the fifteen year loan term. 11.A.1 Packet Pg. 210 Attachment: LHAP 2016-2019 81517 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) COLLIER COUNTY FL SHIP LHAP 2016-2019 Adoption Date: April 26, 2016 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 - 23 - H. Rental Acquisition 20 a. Summary of Strategy: The program is designed to acquire rental units within Collier County. The rental units will serve extremely low, very-low, low and moderate income households with a preference for applicants with special housing needs as defined in s.420.0004, Florida Statutes. Loans will be given to non-profit /for-profit housing providers subrecipient/sponsors to acquire existing single family rental units on scattered sites or a rental complex located in Collier County. The SHIP funds used in the acquisition of rental housing may be leveraged by public and private sources. b. Fiscal Years Covered: 2016-2017, 2017-2018 and 2018-2019 c. Income Categories to be served: extremely/very-low, low and mod income d. Maximum award: Maximum acquisition loan to non-profit/ for-profit provider shall not exceed $300,000 per rental property. e. Terms: 1. Loan/deferred loan/grant: Funds will be made available by loans secured by a subordinate mortgage placed on the property rehabilitated. 2. Interest Rate: 0% 3. Term: 15 years 4. Forgiveness/Repayment: Repayment of the loan is required in full under the following conditions : 1. Sale; if proceeds are not sufficient to pay off the mortgage note then the property owner (not-for-profit or for profit) may contact the County regarding a settlement amount of the SHIP loan. 2. Title transfer, either voluntarily or by operation of law, divested of title by judicial sale, levy or other proceedings, including foreclosure or Deed in Lieu. 3. Refinance; a refinance of the first mortgage may be approved without repayment if the request is submitted in writing and the refinance is at a lower fixed rate with no cash out in accordance with the “Subordination Policy”. 4. Property will no longer serve the intended target population. 5. Default/Recapture: Repaid funds are considered program income, a portion of which may be used for program administration. f. Recipient Selection Criteria: Non-profit/for-profit providers will be required to income qualify, first qualified, first served, all tenants in accordance with SHIP regulations. . g. Sponsor/Subrecipient/Developer Selection Criteria: Non-profit / for profit housing providers sponsors/subrecipients will be evaluated competitively using established evaluation and selection criteria. CHS staff will evaluate each application submitted. In the initial phase staff will review the application for general conformance with the submission requirements. The evaluation phase 11.A.1 Packet Pg. 211 Attachment: LHAP 2016-2019 81517 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) COLLIER COUNTY FL SHIP LHAP 2016-2019 Adoption Date: April 26, 2016 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 - 24 - will consist of an in-depth review of the following:  Compliance with SHIP regulations  Project risk analysis  Financial risk analysis  Capacity and experience  Project feasibility  Adherence to SHIP eligibilities/requirements  Past performance evaluation h. Additional Information: Once the improvements are completed, the developer/sponsor/subrecipient shall ensure all eligible tenants will be income qualified on an annual basis, must occupy the units on subject property during the fifteen year loan term. 11.A.1 Packet Pg. 212 Attachment: LHAP 2016-2019 81517 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) COLLIER COUNTY FL SHIP LHAP 2016-2019 Adoption Date: April 26, 2016 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 - 25 - I. New Strategy - Construction Assistance Strategy 10 a. Summary of Strategy: SHIP funds may be provided to for-profit or not-for-profit organizations to be used for the infrastructure and development costs and all associated fees and permits for residential resale of single family housing for resale to eligible buyers. These funds are to be used as a construction subsidy to developers/subrecipient sponsors. The units may be constructed on infill lots or as a part of a larger development. b. Fiscal Years Covered: 2016-2017, 2017-2018, and 2018-2019 c. Income Categories to be served: Extremely/Very Low, Low and Moderate d. Maximum award: $50,000/unit e. Terms –/Sponsor/Subrecipient: 1. Repayment loan/deferred loan/grant: Loan. The County will require the developer/sponsor/subrecipient to execute a promissory note and mortgage in favor of the County when they receive reimbursement/payment for each property. This will have language in it that releases the developer/sponsor subrecipient when the resale occurs to the income eligible homebuyer. The County will require the sponsor/subrecipient/developer to execute a promissory note and mortgage in favor of the County at the time of resale to an income eligible buyer. The construction subsidy must be reflected on the contract for sale of the constructed home. 2. Interest Rate: 0 % 3. Years in loan term: 2 4. Forgiveness: If the property has not been successfully sold to an income qualified buyer within 2 years of the date the mortgage and promissory note are entered into, the entire amount is due and payable to the County. f. Terms – Homeowner: 1. Repayment loan/deferred loan/grant: Loan. The County will require the sponsor/subrecipient/developer to execute a promissory note and mortgage in favor of the County at the time of resale to an income eligible buyer. The construction subsidy must be reflected on the contract for sale of the constructed home. 2. Interest Rate: 0 % 3. Years in loan term: 15 4. Forgiveness: a. Repayment: Sale; if proceeds are not sufficient to pay off the mortgage note then 11.A.1 Packet Pg. 213 Attachment: LHAP 2016-2019 81517 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) COLLIER COUNTY FL SHIP LHAP 2016-2019 Adoption Date: April 26, 2016 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 - 26 - the homeowner may contact the County regarding a settlement amount of the SHIP loan. b. Title transfer, either voluntarily or by operation of law, divested of title by judicial sale, levy or other proceedings, including foreclosure, quit claim deed, or Deed in Lieu. c. Refinance; a refinance of the first mortgage may be approved without repayment if the request is submitted in writing and the refinance is at a lower fixed rate with no cash out in accordance with the “Subordination Policy”. d. Home is no longer primary residence, or is leased or rented. In the event that all mortgage holders are deceased, the loan will be forgiven. The County reserves the right to foreclose if the homeowner does not repay the loan as noted above. The County has determined the following terms and provisions for program income versus recaptured funds: All funds are deposited into the Local Housing Trust Fund and reported as Program Income or Recaptured Funds in the State Fiscal Year they are received as appropriate for Annual Reporting purposes. g. Default: 1. For homeowners- The loan may be determined to be in default if any of the following occurs sale, transfer, or conveyance of property; conversion to a rental property; loss of homestead exemption status; or failure to occupy the home as primary residence. If any of these occur, the outstanding balance will be due and payable. Repayment of the loan is required in full when one of the following conditions is met, whichever occurs first: a. Sale; if proceeds are not sufficient to pay off the mortgage note then the homeowner may contact the County regarding a settlement amount of the SHIP loan b. Title transfer, either voluntarily or by operation of law, divested of title by judicial sale, levy or other proceedings, including foreclosure or Deed in Lieu. c. Refinance; a refinance of the first mortgage may be approved without repayment 11.A.1 Packet Pg. 214 Attachment: LHAP 2016-2019 81517 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) COLLIER COUNTY FL SHIP LHAP 2016-2019 Adoption Date: April 26, 2016 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 - 27 - if the request is submitted in writing and the refinance is at a lower fixed rate with no cash out in accordance with the “Subordination Policy”. d. Home is no longer primary residence, or is leased or rented. In the event that all mortgage holders are deceased, the loan will be forgiven. e. The County reserves the right to foreclose if the homeowner does not repay the loan as noted above. f. The County has determined the following terms and provisions for program income versus recaptured funds: All funds are deposited into the Local Housing Trust Fund and reported as Program Income or Recaptured Funds in the State Fiscal Year they are received as appropriate for Annual Reporting purposes. g. In cases where the qualifying homeowner(s) die(s) during the loan term, the loan may be assumed by a SHIP eligible heir who will occupy the home as a primary residence. If the legal heir is not SHIP eligible or chooses not to occupy the home as their primary residence, the outstanding balance of the loan will be due and payable. h. If the home is foreclosed on by a superior mortgage holder, the county may make an effort to recapture funds through the legal process if it is determined that adequate funds may be available to justify pursuing a recapture. 2. For sponsors/-subrecipient/developer In the event the property is not sold to an income eligible homebuyer, the funds will become due and payable to the County. h. Recipient Selection Criteria: 1. Home Buyer Criteria- Sponsor/Subrecipient/Developer applicants are to provide the Application intake and income certification of households applying for Construction Assistance. Applicants will be ranked for assistance based on a first-qualified, first-come basis with the priorities for Special Needs, Essential Services Personnel and income groups as described in Section I. An applicant may submit a completed application for the Construction Subsidy Assistance to the sponsor/subrecipient/developer for a determination of eligibility at any time. Applicants are required to provide all documentation requested for income, eligibility, and qualification 11.A.1 Packet Pg. 215 Attachment: LHAP 2016-2019 81517 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) COLLIER COUNTY FL SHIP LHAP 2016-2019 Adoption Date: April 26, 2016 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 - 28 - determination. Funds will be committed for and awarded to applicants that have met all of the SHIP requirements, are SHIP Income Certified, have received their homebuyer’s certification and have a mortgage loan approval from a participating Lender prior to submitting an application. Applicants must attend a county approved Homeowner Education Program and provide a copy of the certificate to the Sponsor/Subrecipient/Developer prior to submitting an application. The Certificate must be dated within one year prior to the SHIP application date. 2. Sponsor/ Subrecipient/Developer Selection Criteria- The County will issue notice of an ongoing Application for Construction Assistance from non -profit /for profit organizations. Sponsor/ Subrecipient/Developer organizations must submit an application and related information, specified by the SHIP Administrator, to be used for evaluation of developer/sponsor subrecipient eligibility. CHS staff will evaluate each application submitted. The staff will review the application for general conformance with the submission requirements. The evaluation phase will consist of an in-depth review of the following:  Proof of Developer experience  Project risk analysis  Financial risk analysis  Capacity and experience with new construction  Project feasibility once funding has been exhausted  Adherence to SHIP eligibilities/requirements  Past performance evaluation i. Additional Information: N/A 11.A.1 Packet Pg. 216 Attachment: LHAP 2016-2019 81517 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) COLLIER COUNTY FL SHIP LHAP 2016-2019 Adoption Date: April 26, 2016 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 - 29 - II. LHAP Incentive Strategies In addition to the required Incentive Strategy A and Strategy B, include all adopted incentives with the policies and procedures used for implementation as provided in Section 420.9076, F.S.: A. Name of the Strategy: Expedited Permitting Permits as defined in s. 163.3177 (6) (f) (3) for affordable housing projects are expedited to a greater degree than other projects. On December 8, 2015, the Board Collier County Board of County Commissioners Approved an AHCA recommended Incentive Strategy to expedite the development review process for qualified affordable- workforce housing. Initially, a qualification meeting is called with the developer and staff to determine if the project meets the affordable housing requirements. Those projects that demonstrate compliance will be issued a certificate to allow the expedited review process for all development orders. Planning and Zoning will provide expedited status by assisting these developments first throughout the process from application through Certificate of Occupancy. B. Name of the Strategy: Ongoing Review Process An ongoing process for review of local policies, ordinances, regulations and plan provisions that increase the cost of housing prior to their adoption. Collier County requires all items which have the potential to increase the cost of housing to be prepared and presented to the Collier County Board of County Commissioners with the amount of the increase or decrease mentioned in the executive summary. The process, by which items are prepared for the BCC Agenda includes a vast approval hierarchy to ensure that all proposed actions impacting affordable housing are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Furthermore, the Collier County Affordable Housing Advisory Committee regularly forms subcommittees to review impediments to affordable housing, as well as new affordable housing incentives. C. Other Incentive Strategies Adopted: 1. Increased Density for Affordable Housing Collier County allows developers to request increased density when including a certain percentage of affordable housing in the proposed development. An Affordable Housing Density Bonus Agreement must be submitted and approved by the Collier County Board of County Commissioners as provided for in the Collier County Land Development Code, ss. 2.06.00. 2. Inventory of Locally Owned Public Lands Suitable for Affordable Housing. Collier County prepares an inventory of all real property owned by Collier County that may be appropriate for use as affordable housing in accordance with Sec. 125.379 F.S. every three years. On December 8, 2015, the Board Collier County Board of County Commissioners Approved an AHCA recommended Incentive Strategy to permits properties identified as appropriate for use as affordable 11.A.1 Packet Pg. 217 Attachment: LHAP 2016-2019 81517 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) COLLIER COUNTY FL SHIP LHAP 2016-2019 Adoption Date: April 26, 2016 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 - 30 - housing may be offered for sale and the proceeds used to purchase land for the development of affordable housing or to increase the local government fund earmarked for affordable housing, or may be sold with a restriction that requires the development of the property as permanent affordable housing, or may be donated to a nonprofit housing organization for the construction of permanent affordable housing. 11.A.1 Packet Pg. 218 Attachment: LHAP 2016-2019 81517 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) COLLIER COUNTY FL SHIP LHAP 2016-2019 Adoption Date: April 26, 2016 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 - 31 - IV. EXHIBITS: A. Administrative Budget for each fiscal year covered in the Plan. B. Timeline for Estimated Encumbrance and Expenditure. C. Housing Delivery Goals Chart (HDGC) For Each Fiscal Year Covered in the plan. D. Signed LHAP Certification. E. Signed, dated, witnessed or attested adopting resolution. F. Ordinance: (If changed from the original creating ordinance). G. Interlocal Agreement. H. Other Documents Incorporated by Reference I. Short Sale Policy J. Essential Personnel Certification 11.A.1 Packet Pg. 219 Attachment: LHAP 2016-2019 81517 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) COLLIER COUNTY FL SHIP LHAP 2016-2019 Adoption Date: April 26, 2016 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 - 32 - ATTACHMENT “I” Collier County Community and Human Services Division State Housing Initiatives Partnership Program SHORT SALE POLICY Requests for short sale must be approved in advance and in writing by Collier County Community and Human Services Division. The following minimum criteria shall apply: 1. The recipient, as seller of the property, shall not receive any funds from the Short Sale transaction. 2. To facilitate a Short Sale, Collier County shall forgive 70 percent (70%) of the assistance provided based upon the following table. PROPOSED SHORT SALE SETTLEMENT AMOUNT 30% of SHIP Second Mortgage face value amount 3. The Collier County Short Sale amount cannot conflict with the primary mortgage lender Short Sale Agreement.  If the primary lender rejects the SHIP Proposed Short Sale Settlement amount, at the discretion of the CHS Director or his/her designated representative, the settlement amount may be reduced as appropriate to help facilitate the sale of the property to avoid the possibility of foreclosure. In order to determine if a recipient may qualify for Short Sale, the Division will require the following information: 1. Short Sale Request Form from owner or authorized agent. 2. Evidence of the first mortgage lender’s approval for Short Sale. 3. Copy of signed sales contract or buyer offer sheet. Following initial review, the Division will advise in writing if the recipient has been pre-approved for Short Sale. However, the following documents will be required prior to closing of the Short Sale and issuance of final approval: 1. Final unsigned Closing Disclosure as prepared for settlement (signed copy to be obtained immediately after settlement); and 2. Final first mortgage lender Short Sale approval; and 3. Final signed sales contract; and 4. Name, phone number and email address of closing agent. Please allow 20 business days for processing from the date the request is submitted to our office. If approved, the Division will forward the Short Sale Agreement and/or payoff letter to the title company. If we are unable to approve the request, a denial letter will be issued. EMAIL THE SHORT SALE REQUEST FORM ALONG WITH SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS TO: CollierCountySHIP@colliergov.net Collier County Community and Human Services Division 11.A.1 Packet Pg. 220 Attachment: LHAP 2016-2019 81517 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) COLLIER COUNTY FL SHIP LHAP 2016-2019 Adoption Date: April 26, 2016 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 - 33 - State Housing Initiatives Partnership Program SHORT SALE APPLICATION Recipient(s) name: _________________________________________________________ Property address: _________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ First Mortgage Information First Mortgage Lender: _________________________________________________________ Principal Balance: _________________________________________________________ Approved Short Sale Amount: _________________________________________________________ Net Proceeds to Recipient: _________________________________________________________ SHIP Second Mortgage Information SHIP Mortgage Amount: _________________________________________________________ SHIP File Number: _________________________________________________________ Date Recorded: _________________________________________________________ Required Repayment Amount: _________________________________________________________ Amount Paid by Lender: _________________________________________________________ Amount Paid by Other: _________________________________________________________ Net Proceeds to Recipient: _________________________________________________________ OFFICE USE ONLY PRE-APPROVED DENIED ____________________________ __________ Kimberley Grant, CHS Director Date 11.A.1 Packet Pg. 221 Attachment: LHAP 2016-2019 81517 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) COLLIER COUNTY FL SHIP LHAP 2016-2019 Adoption Date: April 26, 2016 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 - 34 - ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL CERTIFICATION Exhibit J Collier County Purchase Assistance Program recipients must have evidence of employment status in a specific field before they may be approved for additional funding in the program. Please certify which category the below named person’s employment falls under. Employee Name: Position Title: I certify that the above named applicant and to the best of my knowledge he/she is a Teacher and Educators, other school district, community college, university employees Employer Name: Phone: Representative Name: Title Police, Emergency and Fire Personnel An employee of a local law enforcement agency who is an officer sworn to carry out law enforcement duties. Examples of this class are sheriffs, deputy sheriffs, chiefs of police, city police officers, and sworn personnel of law enforcement subunits of port and transit authorities. This class includes campus police officers employed by of local city and community college districts. Private campus police are excluded. A firefighter or fire personnel who are extensively trained in firefighting. In addition those individuals also trained in Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and operate ambulances who may or may not in addition to being a firefighter. Skilled Building Trade Personnel Common skilled trade careers include machinist, tool designer, fabricator, production technician, carpenter, mason, plumber, pipefitter, steamfitter, electrician, painter, HVAC and roofer. Teacher and Educators, other school district, community college, university employees A teacher or educator, employed by a county/city school district, private or public college/university or technical school/institute. Healthcare Personnel Health care personnel (HCP) are persons who have special education on health care and who are directly related to provision of health care services. HCP includes all paid and unpaid persons working in health-care settings. Physicians, nurses, nursing assistants, therapists, technicians, emergency medical service personnel, dental personnel, pharmacists, laboratory personnel, autopsy personnel who are employed with health-care facility will fall under HCP category. 11.A.1 Packet Pg. 222 Attachment: LHAP 2016-2019 81517 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) COLLIER COUNTY FL SHIP LHAP 2016-2019 Adoption Date: April 26, 2016 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 - 35 - Signature Date 11.A.1 Packet Pg. 223 Attachment: LHAP 2016-2019 81517 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) 11.A.2 Packet Pg. 224 Attachment: 2016-2019 Exhibits A-J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) 11.A.2 Packet Pg. 225 Attachment: 2016-2019 Exhibits A-J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) 11.A.2 Packet Pg. 226 Attachment: 2016-2019 Exhibits A-J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) 11.A.2 Packet Pg. 227 Attachment: 2016-2019 Exhibits A-J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) 11.A.2 Packet Pg. 228 Attachment: 2016-2019 Exhibits A-J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 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2016-19) 11.A.3 Packet Pg. 271 Attachment: 2013-16 17Amendment Exhibits A-J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) 11.A.3 Packet Pg. 272 Attachment: 2013-16 17Amendment Exhibits A-J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) 11.A.3 Packet Pg. 273 Attachment: 2013-16 17Amendment Exhibits A-J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) 1 COLLIER COUNTY AND CITY of NAPLES STATE HOUSING INITIATIVES PARTNERSHIP (SHIP) LOCAL HOUSING ASSISTANCE PLAN (LHAP) FISCAL YEARS COVERED 2013-14, 2014-15 and 2015-16 ADOPTED BY RESOLUTION: 2013-94 Amended by Resolution 2014-67 Amended by Resolution: 2015-257 Amended by Resolution: 2016-58 Amended by Resolution: 2017- ___ Community and Human Services Public Services Division 3339 E Tamiami Trail, Suite 211 Naples, Florida 34112 www.colliergov.net 11.A.4 Packet Pg. 274 Attachment: 2013-2016 LHAP Amendment ConstrA OOR 81617 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) 2 Adoption Date: April 23, 2013 Revision Date: April 8, 2014 Revision Date: June 23, 2015 Revision Date: December 8. 2015 Revision Date: March 22, 2016 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 TABLE OF CONTENTS Description. Page # Section I. Program Details 3 Section II. Housing Strategies A. Purchase Assistance 8 B. Disaster Relief Grant 11 C. Owner Occupied Rehabilitation 13 D. Rental Rehabilitation 16 E. Rental Acquisition 18 F. New Strategy: Construction Assistance 20 Section III. LHAP Incentive Strategies Expedited Permitting 25 Ongoing Review 25 Increased Density for Affordable Housing 26 Inventory of Locally Owned Public Lands Suitable for Affordable Housing 26 Section III. Exhibits 27 A. Administrative Budget 28 B. Time line C. Housing Delivery Goals D. Certification E. County Resolution F. Program Information G. Ordinance H. Inter-local Agreement I. Short Sale Policy J. Essential Personnel Certification 11.A.4 Packet Pg. 275 Attachment: 2013-2016 LHAP Amendment ConstrA OOR 81617 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) 3 Adoption Date: April 23, 2013 Revision Date: April 8, 2014 Revision Date: June 23, 2015 Revision Date: December 8. 2015 Revision Date: March 22, 2016 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 I. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: A. Name of the participating local government: Collier County Board of County Commissioners and Interlocal Agreement with: City of Naples A copy of the Interlocal Agreement is attached as: Exhibit H. B. Purpose of the program: Creation of the Local Housing Assistance Plan (LHAP) is for the purpose of meeting the housing needs of the very low, low and moderate income households, to expand production of and preserve affordable housing, and to further the housing element of the local government comprehensive plan specific to affordable housing. C. Fiscal years covered by the Plan: 2013-14; 2014-15; 2015-16 D. Governance: The County has established their SHIP Program in accordance with Section 420.907 9079, Florida Statutes and Chapter 67-37 Florida Administrative Code. The County SHIP Program does further the housing element of the Collier County Comprehensive Plan. Cities and Com1ties must be in compliance with these applicable statutes and rules. E. Local Housing Partnership: The County SHIP Program encourages building active partnerships between government, lenders, builders and developers, real estate professionals, advocates for low-income persons and community groups. F. Leveraging: The County Local Housing Assistance Plan increases the availability of affordable residential units by combining local resources and cost saving measures into a local housing partnership and using public and private funds to reduce the cost of housing. SHIP funds may be leveraged with or used to supplement other Florida Housing Finance Corporation programs, including local match to obtain federal housing grants or programs. G. Public Input: The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee public meetings are advertised, open to the public and may be televised; attendees are welcome to speak. Public input is 11.A.4 Packet Pg. 276 Attachment: 2013-2016 LHAP Amendment ConstrA OOR 81617 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) 4 Adoption Date: April 23, 2013 Revision Date: April 8, 2014 Revision Date: June 23, 2015 Revision Date: December 8. 2015 Revision Date: March 22, 2017 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 also solicited through the local newspaper when advertising the Notice of Funding Availability and the County website and Board Agenda when noticing the Local Housing Assistance Plan and Annual Report. Staff additionally request input from housing providers, social service agencies, and local lenders and realtors throughout the year. H. Advertising and Outreach: Collier County advertises with a Notice of Funding Availability in the local newspaper of general circulation serving ethnic and diverse neighborhoods and the County website, at least 30 days before the beginning of the application period unless there is no funding available due to a waiting list. I. Discrimination: In accordance with the provisions of ss.760.20-760.37, it is unlawful to discriminate on the basis of race, creed, religion, color, age, sex, marital status, familial status, national origin, or handicap in the award application process for eligible housing. J. Support Services and Counseling : Collier County offers information and referral services to local support service organization including, but not limited to homebuyer pre-purchase classes, credit counseling, tenant counseling and transportation. K. Purchase Price Limits: The sales price or value of new or existing eligible housing may not exceed 90% of the average area purchase price in the statistical area in which the eligible housing is located. Such average area purchase price may be that calculated for any 12-month period beginning not earlier than the fourth calendar year prior to the year in which the award occurs. The sales price of new and existing units, which can be lower but may not exceed 90% of the median area purchase price established by the U.S. Treasury Department or as described above. The methodology used is: Independent Study (copy attached) X U.S. Treasury Department _____ Local HFA Numbers The purchase price limit for new and existing homes is shown on the Housing Delivery Goals Charts: Exhibit C 11.A.4 Packet Pg. 277 Attachment: 2013-2016 LHAP Amendment ConstrA OOR 81617 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) 5 Adoption Date: April 23, 2013 Revision Date: April 8, 2014 Revision Date: June 23, 2015 Revision Date: December 8. 2015 Revision Date: March 22, 2016 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 L. Income Limits, Rent Limits and Affordability: The Income and Rent Limits used in the SHIP Program are updated annually from the Department of Housing and Urban Development and distributed by Florida Housing Finance Corporation. Affordable means that monthly rents or mortgage payments including taxes and insurance do not exceed 30 percent of that amount which represents the percentage of the median annual gross income for the households as indicated in Sections 420.9071 F.S. However it is not the intent to limit an individual household's ability to devote more than 30% of its income for housing, and housing for which a household devotes more than 30% of its income shall be deemed Affordable if the first institutional mortgage lender is satisfied that the household can afford mortgage payments in excess of the 30% benchmark and in the case of rental housing does not exceed those rental limits adjusted for bedroom size. Any exceptions to the ratios must be approved by the Community and Human Services Director. M. Welfare Transition Program: Should an eligible sponsor/subrecipient be used, the County has developed a qualification system and selection criteria for applications for awards to eligible sponsors/subrecipient, this includes a description that demonstrates how eligible sponsors/subrecipient that employ personnel from the Welfare Transition Program will be given preference in the selection process. N. Monitoring and First Right of Refusal : In the case of rental housing, the County shall annually monitor and determine tenant eligibility or, to the extent another governmental entity provides the same monitoring and determination, a municipality, county or local housing financing authority may rely on such monitoring and determination of tenant eligibility. However, any loan or grant in the original amount of $3,000 or less shall not be subject to these annual monitoring and determination of tenant eligibility requirements. Tenant eligibility will be monitored at least annually for 15 years or the term of assistance, whichever is longer, unless as specified above. Eligible sponsors/subrecipient(s) that offer rental housing for sale before 15 years or that have remaining mortgages funded under this program must give a first right of refusal to eligible nonprofit organizations for purchase at the current market value for continued occupancy by eligible persons. 11.A.4 Packet Pg. 278 Attachment: 2013-2016 LHAP Amendment ConstrA OOR 81617 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) 6 Adoption Date; April 23, 2013 Revision Date: April 8, 2014 Revision Date: June 23, 2015 Revision Date: December 8. 2015 Revision Date: March 22, 2016 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 O. Administrative Budget: A detailed listing of the line-item budget for proposed Administrative Expenditures is attached as Exhibit A. These are presented on an annual basis for each State fiscal year submitted in the LHAP. Collier County and the City of Naples finds that the moneys deposited in the local housing assistance trust fund shall be used to administer and implement the local housing assistance plan. Section 420.9075 Florida Statute and Chapter 67-37, Florida Administrative Code, states: "A county or an eligible municipality may not exceed the 5 percent limitation on administrative costs, unless its governing body finds, by resolution, that 5 percent of the local housing distribution plus 5 percent of program income is insufficient to adequately pay the necessary costs of administering the local housing assistance plan." Section 420.9075 Florida Statute and Chapter 67-37, Florida Administrative Code, further states: "The cost of administering the program may not exceed 10 percent of the local housing distribution plus 5% of program income deposited into the trust fund, except that small counties, as defined in s. 120.52(17), and eligible municipalities receiving a local housing distribution of up to $350,000 may use up to 10 percent of program income for administrative costs." The County and City have adopted the above findings in the attached resolution, Exhibit E. P. Program Administration: Administration of the local housing assistance plan is the responsibility of Collier County. Should a third party entity or consultant contract for all or part of the administrative or other functions of the program the County will provide in detail the duties, qualification and selection criteria. Q. Essential Service Personnel: Counties and eligible municipalities are required to include a definition of Essential Services Personnel as noted in Rule Chapter 67-37.002(8) F.A.C., Chapter 67- 37.005(10), F.A.C. and Section 420.9075(3), F.S. Collier County's definition of "Essential Service Personnel" includes, but is not limited to, teachers and educators, other school district, community college , university employees, police and fire personnel, health care personnel, and skilled building trade personnel (as listed in the U.S. Department of Labor, General Decision No. FL 150012, dated 3/20/2015, for building construction in Collier County, Florida, as may be amended or superseded from time to time), and government employees, in compliance with Se ction 420.9075(3) (a), Fla. Statute and Exhibit J Essential Personnel Certification. 11.A.4 Packet Pg. 279 Attachment: 2013-2016 LHAP Amendment ConstrA OOR 81617 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) 7 Adoption Date; April 23, 2013 Revision Date: April 8, 2014 Revision Date: June 23, 2015 Revision Date: December 8. 2015 Revision Date: March 22, 2016 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 R. Section 420.9075(3) (d), F.S.: Innovative design, green building principles, storm resistant construction or other elements that reduce long term costs relating to maintenance, utilities or insurance. Provide a brief description as required: Collier County Homeownership Education classes provide curriculum on cost cutting measures that homeowners can use to reduce energy consumption. Collier County also encourages the use or inclusion, when appropriate, of the following: energy star appliances; low-E windows; additional insulation (for increased R- value); ceramic tile; tank-less water heater; 14 and 15 SEER air conditioning units; stucco; florescent light bulbs; impact resistant windows and doors. S. Verification of US Citizenship or Permanent Residency Status: All borrowers must submit proof of U.S. citizenship or U.S. permanent residency. 11.A.4 Packet Pg. 280 Attachment: 2013-2016 LHAP Amendment ConstrA OOR 81617 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) 8 Adoption Date: April 23, 2013 Revision Date: April 8, 2014 Revision Date: June 23, 2015 Revision Date: Decem ber 8, 2015 Revision Date: March 22, 2016 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 II. LHAP HOUSING STRATEGIES: A. Purchase Assistance Code 1 a) Summary of the Strategy: The Collier County Purchase Assistance Program is designed to assist first-time, homebuyers with the purchase of a new or existing single family home or condominium. A first-time homebuyer is an individual or spouse who has not owned a home in the last three (3) years. Exceptions are made for a displaced homemaker or single parent with children under eighteen (18) years of age who have been d i v o r c e , displaced or those with special needs . Funding, which is provided as a second or subordinate mortgage loan, may be used for down payment, closing costs and principal buy-down as needed for affordable home ownership. SHIP funds may be used in conjunction with a first mortgage loan obtained from a participating lender, not-for-profit developer, Florida Housing Finance Corporation’s Bond Program or Rural Development. b) State Fiscal Years Covered: 2013-14, 2014-15, 2015-16 c) Income Categories to be served: Applicants assisted must be income certified as extremely low, very low, low, and moderate income, including persons with special needs as defined in Florida Administrative Code, 67- 37.002 Definitions (21) Persons Who Have Special Housing Needs. d) Maximum Award: The maximum award is: • Extremely and Very Low Income - up to $50,000.00 • Low Income - u p to $30,000.00 • Moderate Income - u p to $20,000.00 In the event that another funding source, such as CDBG or HOME is used in conjunction with SHIP, the total amount of assistance from all sources will not exceed the maximum award as stated herein. An additional $5,000 in SHIP funds may be awarded to teachers and educators. other school district, community college, university employees. police and fire personnel , h e a l t h c a r e personnel , and skilled building trade personnel. e) Terms, Recapture and Default: Funds are secured with a recorded fifteen (15) year, 0% interest, and deferred payment second mortgage loan and note forgiven at the end of the ye a r p e r i o d i f a l l c o n d i t i o n s h a v e been met. The County will take a third position if FHFC funds are used in addition to SHIP or at the discretion of the Division Director. Monthly payments are not required. Repayment of the loan is required in full when one of the following conditions is met, whichever occurs first: 11.A.4 Packet Pg. 281 Attachment: 2013-2016 LHAP Amendment ConstrA OOR 81617 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) 9 Adoption Date: April 23, 2013 Revision Date: April 8, 2014 Revision Date; June 23, 2015 Revision Date: December 8, 2015 Revision Date: March 22, 2016 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 1. Sale, if proceeds are not sufficient to pay off the mortgage note then the homeowner may contact the County regarding a settlement amount of the SHIP loan 2. Title transfer, either voluntarily or by operation of law, divested of title by judicial sale, levy or other proceedings, including foreclosure or Deed in Lieu. 3. Refinance, a refinance of the first mortgage may be approved without repayment if the request is submitted in writing and the refinance is at a lower fixed rate with no cash out in accordance with the "Subordination Policy". 4. Home is no longer primary residence, or is leased or rented. In the event that all mortgage holders are deceased, the loan will be forgiven. 5. The County reserves the right to foreclose if the homeowner does not repay the loan as noted above. The County has determined the following terms and provisions for program income versus recaptured funds: All funds are deposited into the Local Housing Trust Fund and reported as Program Income or Recaptured Funds in the State Fiscal Year they are received as appropriate for Annual Reporting purposes. In cases where the qualifying homeowner(s) die(s) during the loan term, the loan may be assumed by a SHIP eligible heir who will occupy the home as a primary residence. If the legal heir is not SHIP eligible or chooses not to occupy the home, the outstanding balance of the loan will be due and payable. If the home is foreclosed on by a superior mortgage holder, the country may make an effort to recapture funds through the legal process if it is determined that adequate funds may be available to justify pursuing a recapture. f) Recipient Selection Criteria: An applicant may submit a completed application for Housing Assistance to the County or the selected sponsor(s)/subrecipient(s) for a determination of eligibility at any time. Applicants are required to provide all documentation requested for income, eligibility, and qualification determination. Applications are processed on a first received, first qualified (income and lender approved ), first served basis by income category. Funds will be reserved and awarded to applicants that have met all of the County and State requirements, are SHIP Income Certified and have a mortgage loan approval from a participating Lender. In the event there are more applications than can be processed due to lack of funding, a waiting list will be maintained. Applications will be sorted by income category; extremely low, very low, low or moderate. Applicants will be placed on the appropriate income category list in numerical order. As funding becomes available for a specific income category, the applicant with the lowest number within that category will be contacted and processed. Applicants must attend a H U D approved Homeowner Education Program and provide a copy of the certificate to the Division. The Certificate must be dated within one year of Cou nty application date. 11.A.4 Packet Pg. 282 Attachment: 2013-2016 LHAP Amendment ConstrA OOR 81617 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) 10 Adoption Date: April 23, 2013 Revision Date: April 8, 2014 Revision Date: June 23, 2015 Revision Date: December 8. 2015 Revision Date: March 22, 2016 Revision Date: September 12, 2017 g) Sponsor/ Subrecipient Selection Criteria: The County will may issue a Request for Proposals/Application for Purchase Assistance Project Management from non-profit/for profit organizations. Organizations are to provide the Application intake and income certification of households applying for Purchase Assistance. Organizations must submit the proposal as outli ned in the RPP/Application and initially provide information including, but not limited to, application intake process, income ce1tification process, prior Purchase Assistance and/or income certification experience with references . Additional information to be obtained will include resumes, project management oversight, prior agreements, accounting and financial information for project tracking and payment, organization experience, audit reports, financial statements, for evaluation of sponsor/subrecipient eligibility. Non-profit/for profit housing providers will be evaluated competitively using established evaluation and selection criteria. CHS staff will evaluate each application submitted. In the initial phase staff will review the application for general conformance with the submission requirements. The evaluation phase will consist of an in-depth review of the following: • Compliance with SHIP regulations • Project risk analysis • Financial risk analysis • Capacity and experience • Project feasibility • Adherence to SHIP eligibilities/requirements • Past performance evaluation h) Additional Information: i. Units assisted must be within the incorporated or unincorporated area of Collier County. ii. Mobile or manufactured homes are not a category of eligible housing for the County at this time. iii. Completion of the Homebuyer Education Program is mandatory prior to closing. iv. F i r s t mortgage must be at a fixed rate; no ARM's, prepayment penalty, negative amortizations, balloon loan, owner financing or other non-affordable loan terms are allowed. v. Financial Institutions must be approved by the County in order to participate in the SHIP Program. 11.A.4 Packet Pg. 283 Attachment: 2013-2016 LHAP Amendment ConstrA OOR 81617 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) 11 Adoption Date: April 23, 2013 Revision Date: April 8, 2014 Revision Date: June 23, 2015 Revision Date: December 8. 2015 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 B. Disaster Relief Grant Assistance Code 5 a.) Summa ry of the Strategy: The Disaster Strategy provides assistance to households following a disaster as declared by the President of the United States or Governor of the State of Florida. This strategy will only be implemented in the event of a disaster using any funds that have not yet been encumbered or additional disaster funds issued by Florida Housing Finance Corporation. SHIP disaster funds may be used for items such as, but not limited to: • Tree and debris removal to make individual housing units habitable; • Interim repairs to avoid further damage to home; • Emergency supplies to weather proof damaged home; • Building permits; • Post disaster assistance with non-insured repairs; • Insurance deductibles; • Expenses to prevent flooding of home such as sand bags, sand, pump, rental, etc.; and • Construction of wells or repair of existing wells where public water is not available. b.) Fiscal Years Covered: 2013-14, 2014-15, 2015-16 c.) Income Categories to be served: Very low, low and moderate-income households and persons with special needs as defined in Florida Administrative Code, 67-37.002 Definitions (21) Persons Who Have Special Housing Needs. d.) Maximum Award: The maxim um award amount is $30,000.00 $5,000 per household. Specific award information is located in the Housing Delivery Goals Charts at Exhibit C. e.) Terms, Reca pture and Default: All SHIP funds provided to eligible households will be in the form of a grant and not subject to recapture. Persons that qualify for SHIP assistance will be required to sign a grant agreement, contractually agreeing to all SHIP program guidelines Applicants will be required to complete an application for Housing Assistance and provide documentation as required for income certification. If authorized by Florida Housing Finance Corporation, the County will utilize the Corporation's DISASTER SELF-CERTIFICATION OF INCOME FORM. f.) Recipient Selection Criteria: The household assisted must be certified as very low, low or moderate-income and located in Collier County. 11.A.4 Packet Pg. 284 Attachment: 2013-2016 LHAP Amendment ConstrA OOR 81617 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) 12 Adoption Date: April 23, 2013 Revision Date; April 8, 2014 Revision Date: June 23, 2015 Revision Date: December 8. 2015 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 g.) Completed applications from affected homeowners will be accepted on a first received, first served basis by income category and processed expediently. h.) Applicants are required to provide all documentation requested for income and eligibility determination. i.) The unit assisted must be owner-occupied and homesteaded as the primary residence. j.) Sponsor/Subrecipient Selection Criteria: Not applica ble k.) Additional Information: SHIP funds at all times must be used for eligible applicants and eligible housing. SHIP d isaster funds may not be used for the purchase or rehabilitation of mobile homes unless authorized within the Executive Order. 11.A.4 Packet Pg. 285 Attachment: 2013-2016 LHAP Amendment ConstrA OOR 81617 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) 13 Adoption Date: April 23, 2013 Revision Date: April 8, 2014 Revision Date: June 23, 2015 Revision Date: December 8. 2015 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 C. Name of the Strategy: Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation Code 3 a) Summary of the Strategy: The program is designed to assist income eligible homeowners that own and occupy their home by providing SHIP funds to assist with necessary repairs to correct code violations or emergency repairs or any necessary repair that may impact their health, safety and welfare. The home must be suitable for rehabilitation and located within the unincorporated and incorporated areas of Collier County. Loans for assistance may include costs related to all eligible repairs, inspections, work write-ups, and closing costs. b) Fiscal Years Covered: 2013/14; 2014/15; 2015/16. c) Income Categories to be served: Applicants assisted must be income certified as extremely low, very low, low and moderate income which includes persons with Special Needs as defined in Florida Administrative Code, 67-37.002 Definitions (21) Persons Who Have Special Housing Needs. d) Maximum award: Maximum award of $55,000 per unit. Rehabilitation amount is $50,000 per unit. Additional cost including project delivery fee may exceed the rehabilitation award amount and shall be recorded on a subordinate note and mortgage depending on cost of total project. Maximum award of up to $30,000. e) Terms of the award: Reca pture and Default: Funds will be secured with a recorded fifteen (15) year, 0% interest, deferred subordinate mortgage on the property in the amount of the subsidy used in the project. If all conditions of the loan are met, one-third of the loan will be forgiven in five year increments so that at the end of the fifteenth year the loan is forgiven. Monthly payments are not required. Repayment of the loan is required in full when one of the following conditions is met, whichever occurs first: 11.A.4 Packet Pg. 286 Attachment: 2013-2016 LHAP Amendment ConstrA OOR 81617 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) 14 Adoption Date: April 23, 2013 Revision Date: April 8, 2014 Revision Date: June 23, 2015 Revision Date: December 8. 2015 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 1. Sale; if proceeds are not sufficient to pay off the mortgage note then the homeowner may contact the County regarding a settlement amount of the SHIP loan that is outlined in the County's "Short Sale Policy". 2. Title transfer, either voluntarily or by operation of law, divested of title by judicial sale, levy or other proceedings, including foreclosure or Deed in Lieu. 3. Refinance; a refinance of the first mortgage may be approved without repayment if the request is submitted in writing and the refinance is at a lower fixed rate with no cash out in accordance with the "Subordination Policy". 4. Home is no longer primary residence, abandoned, leased or rented. In the event that all mortgage holders are deceased, the loan will be forgiven. 5. The County reserves the right to foreclose if the homeowner does not repay the loan as noted above. The County has determined the following terms and provisions for program income versus recaptured funds: Program Income is a source of SHIP revenue received from the following sources: bank interest, amortized loan payments and any associated interest and penalties, loan proceeds due to repayment of a loan under the condition of refinancing, sale or transfer of title, property is no longer the client’s primary residence. All funds are deposited into the Local Housing Trust Fund and reported as Program Income or Recaptured Funds in the State Fiscal Year they are received as appropriate for Annual Reporting purposes. In cases where the qualifying homeowner(s) die(s) during the loan term, the loan may be assumed by a SHIP eligible heir who will occupy the home as a primary residence. If the legal heir is not SHIP eligible or chooses not to occupy the home, the outstanding balance of the loan will be due and payable. If the home is foreclosed on by a superior mortgage holder, the county may make an effort to recapture funds through the legal process if it is determined that adequate funds may be available to justify pursuing a repayment. f.) Recipient Selection Criteria: An applicant may submit a completed application for SHIP Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation to the County/Sponsor/Subrecipient for a determination of eligibility at any 11.A.4 Packet Pg. 287 Attachment: 2013-2016 LHAP Amendment ConstrA OOR 81617 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) 15 Adoption Date: April 23, 2013 Revision Date: April 8, 2014 Revision Date: June 23, 2015 Revision Date: December 8. 2015 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 time. Applicants are required to provide all documentation requested for income, eligibility and qualification determination. Applications are processed on a first come served, first qualified, by income category basis. Applicants will receive a pre-approval letter and their file will be submitted to the Sponsor/Subrecipient for unit eligibility. Persons that qualify for SHIP assistance will be required to contractually agree to all SHIP program guidelines, County SHIP mortgage requirements, repayment provisions, and certify that the unit assisted will be their primary residence. g.) Sponsor/Subrecipient Selection Criteria and duties, if applicable: The County will may issue a Request for Proposals requesting applications for Construction Management or Rehabilitation Management services from non-profit or for -profit organizations. Organization to m a y c h o o s e t o provide the Application intake and certification of households applying for Owner Occupied Rehabilitation. Organizations must submit the proposal as outlined in the application and initially provide information including, but not limited to, appl ication intake process, income certification, contractor and bid process or prior rehabilitation and/or income certification experience with references. Additional information will be obtain such as resumes, construction oversight, construction agreements, accounting and fi nancial information for project tracking and payment, organization experience, audit reports, financial statements, and income documentation for evaluation of sponsor/Subrecipient eligibility. h.) However, the County at its option may procure the services of a non- profit Sponsor/Subrecipient to administer all or a portion of the Owner Occupied Rehabilitation Strategy. Additional Information: Mobile or manufactured homes are not a category of eligible housing for the County at this time. 11.A.4 Packet Pg. 288 Attachment: 2013-2016 LHAP Amendment ConstrA OOR 81617 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) 16 D. Name of the Strategy: Rental Rehabilitation Code 14 Adoption Dale: April 23, 2013 Revision Date: April 8, 2014 Revision Date: June 23, 2015 Revision Date: December 8. 2015 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 a.) Summary of the Strategy: The program is designed to rehabilitate rental units within Coll ier Cou nty. The rental units will serve extremely-low,very- low, low and moderate income households with a preference for applicants with special housing needs as defined in s.420.0004, Florida Statutes. Loans will be given to non-profit /for-profit housing sponsors/subrecipients who have site control and ownership of the properties to rehabilitate existing single family rental units on scattered sites or a rental complex located in Collier County. Assistance may be provided for large projects involving the repair of multiple rental units. Individual tenants seeking repairs on their individual rental units may not directly apply for assistance from this strategy. The SHIP funds used in the rehabilitation rental program may be leveraged by public and private sources. b.) Fiscal Years Covered: 2013-1 4, 201 4-1 5, and 2015-1 6. c.) Income Categories to be served: Provide housing to extremely low, very- low, low and moderate income households on a first come, first serve qualify basis. d.) Maximum award: Maximum rehabilitation loan to non-profit/ for-profit provider shall not exceed $500,000 per property. Maximum per u nit award amount is $30,000. e.) Terms of Repayment: Funds will be made availa ble by loans secured by a subordinate mortgage placed on the property rehabilitated. Loans will be given for a maximum term of fifteen (15) years. Repayment of the loan is required i n full when one of the following conditions is met, whichever occurs first: 1. Sale; if proceeds are not sufficient to pay off the mortgage note then the property owner (not-for-profit or for profit) may contact the County regarding a settlement amount of the SHIP loan. 2. Title transfer, either voluntarily or by operation of law, divested of title by judicial sale, levy or other proceedings, including foreclosure or Deed in Lieu. 3. Refinance; a refinance of the first mortgage may be approved without repayment if the request is submitted in writing and the refinance is at a lower fixed rate with no cash out in accordance with the "Subordination Policy". 11.A.4 Packet Pg. 289 Attachment: 2013-2016 LHAP Amendment ConstrA OOR 81617 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) Adoption Date: April 23, 2013 RRe 17 Adoption Date: April 23, 2013 Revision Date: April 8, 2014 Revision Date: June 23, 2015 Revision Date: December 8. 2015 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 4. Prope rty will no longer serve the intended target population. Repaid funds are considered program income, a portion of which may be used for program administration. Units will be monitored for a period of fifteen (15) years per Rule Chapter 67- 37 of the Administrative Code. Resale and First Right of Refusal for Affordable Housing will be given to Eligible Sponsors/Subrecipient as noted in Section 420.9075(4)(£) Florida Statutes. f.) Recipient Selection Criteria: Non-profit/for-profit sponsor /providers will be required to income qualify all tenants i n accordance with SHIP regulations. Priority for projects will be given to those who serve Special Needs as defined by s.420.0004, Florida Statutes. g.) Sponsor/S u b r e c i p i e n t / D e v e l o p e r Selection Criteria: Non-profit I for profit housing providers will be evaluated competitively using established eval uation and selection criteria. CHS staff will evaluate each application submitted. In the initial phase staff will review the application for general conformance with the submission requirements. The evaluation final phase will consist of an in-depth review of the following: • Compliance with SHIP regulations • Project risk analysis • Financial risk analysis • Capacity and experience • Project feasibility • Adherence to SHIP eligibilities/requirements • Past performance evaluation h.) Additional Information: Once the improvements are completed, the sponsor/subrecipient shall ensure all eligible tenants will be income qualified that must occupy the units on subject property during the fifteen year loan term. 11.A.4 Packet Pg. 290 Attachment: 2013-2016 LHAP Amendment ConstrA OOR 81617 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) Adoption Date: April 23, 2013 RRe 18 Revision Date: April 8, 2014 Revision Date: June 23, 2015 Revision Date: Dece1nber 8. 2015 Revision Date: Sept 12, 2017 E. Name of the Strategy: Rental Acquisition Code 20 a.) Summary of the Strategy: The program is designed to acquire and rehabilitate, acq ui re and rehabilitate or acquire and construct rental u nits within Collier County. The rental units will serve extremely low,very-low, low and moderate income households with a preference for applicants with special housing needs as defined in s.420.0004, Florida Statutes. Loans will be given to non-profit /for-profit housing sponsors/subrecipients to acquire and rehabilitate existing single family rental units on scattered sites or a rental complex located in Collier County. The SHIP funds used in the acquisition and/or rehabilitation rental program may b e leveraged by public and private sources. b.) Fiscal Years Covered: 201 3-14, 2014-15, and 201 5-16. c.) Income Categories to be served: Provide housing to extremely low, very- low, low and moderate income households on a first come, first serve basis. d.) Maximum award: Funds to rehabilitate shall not exceed $30,000 per unit. Maximum acquisition loan to non-profit/ for-profit provider shall not exceed $300,000 per rental property. e.) Terms of Repayment: Acquisition funds will be secu red with a recorded fifteen (15) year, zero 0% interest, deferred subordi nate mortgage on the property in the amount of the subsidy used in the project. If all conditions of the loan are met, so that at the end of the fifteenth year the loan is forgi ven. Monthly payments are not req uired. Acquisition loans will be req uired to be repaid under the following conditions: 1. Sale; if proceeds are not sufficient to pay off the mortgage note then the property owner (not-for-profit or for profit) may contact the County regarding a settlement amount of the SHIP loan. 2. Title transfer, either voluntarily or by operation of law, divested of title by judicial sale, levy or other proceedings, including foreclosure or Deed in Lieu. 3. Refinance; a refinance of the first mortgage may be approved without repayment if the request is submitted in writing and the refinance is at a lower fixed rate with no cash out in accordance with the "Subordination Policy". 4. Property will no longer serve the intended target population. 11.A.4 Packet Pg. 291 Attachment: 2013-2016 LHAP Amendment ConstrA OOR 81617 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) Adoption Date: April 23, 2013 RRe 19 11.A.4 Packet Pg. 292 Attachment: 2013-2016 LHAP Amendment ConstrA OOR 81617 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) Adoption Date: April 23, 2013 RRe 20 Revision Dale: April 8, 2014 Revision Date: June 23, 2015 Revision Date: December 8. 2015 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 Repaid funds are considered program income, a portion of which may be used for program administration. Units will be monitored for a period of fifteen (15) years per Rule Chapter 67-37 of the Administrative Code. Resale and First Right of Refusal for Affordable Housing will be given to Eligible Sponsors/Subrecipient as noted in Section 420.9075( 4)(f) Florida Statutes. f.) Recipient Selection Criteria: As part of leasing up the renovated units, non- profit/for-profit providers will be required to income qualify all tenants in accordance with SHIP regulations. Priority will be given to those tenant applicants who meet the special needs criteria and are income eligible. g.) Sponsor/Subrecipient /Developer Selection Criteria: A non-profit/for profit housing provider will be eval uated competitively using established evaluation and selection criteria. CHS staff will evaluate each application submitted. In the initial phase staff will review the application for general conformance with the submission requirements. The evaluation final phase will consist of an in-depth review of the following: • Compliance with SHIP regulations • Project risk analysis • Financial risk analysis • Capacity and experience • Project feasibility • Adherence to SHIP el igibilities/requirements • Past performance evaluation h.) Additional Information: Once the improvements are completed, the sponsor/ subrecipient shall ensure all eligible tenants will be income qualified that must occupy the units on subject prope1iy during the fifteen year long term. 11.A.4 Packet Pg. 293 Attachment: 2013-2016 LHAP Amendment ConstrA OOR 81617 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) Adoption Date: April 23, 2013 RRe 21 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 F. New Strategy - Construction Assistance Code 10 a) Summary of Strategy: SHIP funds may be provided to for-profit or not-for- profit sponsor organizations to be used for the infrastructure and development costs and all associated fees and permits for residential resale of single family housing for resale to eligible buyers. These funds are to be used as a construction subsidy to developerssponsors/subrecipient. The units may be constructed on infill lots or as a part of a larger development. b) Fiscal Years Covered: 2013-201 4, 2014-2015, 2015-2016, c) Income Categories to be served: Extremely Low, Very Low, Low and Moderate d) Maximum award: $50,000/unit e) Terms - Developer/Sponsor /Subrecipient: 1. Repayment loan/deferred loan/grant: Loan. The County will require the developer/sponsor/subrecipient to execute a promissory note and mortgage in favor of the County when they receive reimbursement/payment for each property. This will have language in it that releases the developer/sponsor/subrecipient when the resale occurs to the income eligible homebuyer. The County will require the sponsor subrecipient/developer to execute a promissory note and mortgage in favor of the County at the time of resale to an income eligible buyer. The construction subsidy must be reflected on the contract for sale of the constructed home. 2. Interest Rate: 0 % 3. Years in loan term: 2 4. Forgiveness: If the property has not been successfully sold to an income qualified buyer within 2 years of the date the mortgage and promissory note are entered into, the entire amount is due and payable to the County. f) Terms - Homeowner: 1. Repayment loan/deferred loan/grant: Loan. The County will require the sponsor/subrecipient/developer to execute a promissory note and mortgage in favor of the County at the time of resale to an income eligible buyer. The construction subsidy must be reflected on the contract for sale of the constructed home. 2. Interest Rate: 0 % 3. Years in loan term: 1 5 11.A.4 Packet Pg. 294 Attachment: 2013-2016 LHAP Amendment ConstrA OOR 81617 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) Adoption Date: April 23, 2013 RRe 22 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 4. Forgiveness: i. Repayment: 1. Sale, if proceeds are not sufficient to pay off the mortgage note then the homeowner may contact the County regarding a settlement amount of the SHIP loan. 2. Title transfer, either voluntarily or by operation of law, divested of title by judicial sale, levy or other proceedings, including foreclosure, quit claim deed, or Deed in Lieu. 3. Refinance, a refinance of the first mortgage may be approved without repayment if the request is submitted in writing and the refinance is at a lower fixed rate with no cash out in accordance with the "Subordination Policy". 4. Home is no longer primary residence, or is leased or rented. In the event that all mortgage holders are deceased, the loan will be forgiven. The County reserves the right to foreclose if the homeowner does not repay the loan as noted above. The County has determined the following terms and provisions for program income versus recaptured funds: All funds are deposited into the Local Housing Trust Fund and reported as Program Income or Recaptured Funds in the State Fiscal Year they are received as appropriate for Annual Reporting purposes. g. Default: 1. For homeowners- The loan may be determined to be in default if any of the following occurs sale, transfer, or conveyance of property; conversion to a rental prope1ty; loss of homestead exemption status; or failure to occupy the home as primary residence. If any of these occur, the outstanding balance will be d ue and payable. Repayment of the loan is required in full when one of the following conditions is met, whichever occurs first: 11.A.4 Packet Pg. 295 Attachment: 2013-2016 LHAP Amendment ConstrA OOR 81617 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) Adoption Date: April 23, 2013 RRe 23 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 a. Sale, if proceeds are not sufficient to pay off the mortgage note then the homeowner may contact the County regarding a settlement amount of the SHIP loan b. Title transfer, either voluntarily or by operation of law, d ivested of title by judicial sale, levy or other proceedings, including foreclosure or Deed in Lieu. c. Refinance; a refinance of the first mortgage may be approved without repayment if the request is submitted in writing and the refinance is at a lower fixed rate with no cash out in accordance with the "Subordination Policy". d. Home is no longer primary residence, or is leased or rented. In the event that all mortgage holders are deceased, the loan will be forgiven. The County reserves the right to foreclose if the homeowner does not repay the loan as noted above. The County has determined the following terms and provisions for program income versus recaptured funds: All funds are deposited into the Local Housing Trust Fund and reported as Program Income or Recaptured Funds in the State Fiscal Year they are received as appropriate for Annual Reporting purposes. In cases where the qualifying homeowner(s) die(s) during the loan term, the loan may be assumed by a SHIP eligible heir who will occupy the home as a primary residence. If the legal heir is not SHIP eligible or chooses not to occupy the home as their primary residence, the outstanding balance of the loan will be due and payable. If the home is foreclosed on by a superior mortgage holder, the county may make an effort to recapture funds through the legal process if it is determined that adequate funds may be available to justify pursuing a recapture. 11.A.4 Packet Pg. 296 Attachment: 2013-2016 LHAP Amendment ConstrA OOR 81617 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) Adoption Date: April 23, 2013 RRe 24 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 2. For sponsors-subrecipient/developers In the event the property is not sold to an income eligible homebuyer, the funds will become due and payable to the County. h. Recipient Selection Criteria: a. Home Buyer Criteria- Sponsor/Subrecipient/Developer applicants are to provide the Application intake and income certification of households applying for Construction Assistance. Applicants will be ranked for assistance based on a first-qualified, first- come basis with the priorities for Special Needs, Essential Services Personnel and income groups as described in Section I. An applicant may submit a completed application for the Construction Subsidy Assistance to the sponsor / subrecipient/developer for a determination of eligibility at any time. Applicants are required to provide all documentation requested for income, eligibility, and qualification determination. Funds will be committed for and awarded to applicants that have met all of the SHIP requirements, are SHIP Income Certified, have received their homebuyer's ce1tification and have a mortgage loan approval from a participating Lender prior to submitting an application. Applicants must attend a county approved Homeowner Education Program and provide a copy of the ce1tificate to the Sponsor/Subrecipient/Developer prior to submitting an application. The Ce1tificate must be dated within one year prior to the SHIP application date. 11.A.4 Packet Pg. 297 Attachment: 2013-2016 LHAP Amendment ConstrA OOR 81617 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) Adoption Date: April 23, 2013 RRe 25 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 b. Sponsor/Subrecipient Developer Selection Criteria- The County will issue notice of an ongoing Application for Construction Assistance from non-profit /for profit organizations. Sponsor/Subrecipient/Developer organizations must submit an application and related information, specified by the SHI P Administrator, to be used for evaluation of developer/sponsor/subrecipient eligibility. CHS staff will evaluate each application submitted. The staff will review the application for general conformance with the submission requirements. The evaluation final phase will consist of an in-depth review of the following: • Proof of Developer experience • Project risk analysis • Financial risk analysis • Capacity and experience with new construction • Project feasibility once funding has been exhausted • Adherence to SHIP eligibilities/requirements • Past performance evaluation i. Additional Information: N/A 11.A.4 Packet Pg. 298 Attachment: 2013-2016 LHAP Amendment ConstrA OOR 81617 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) 26 III. LHAP INCENTIVE STRATEGIES Adoption Date: April 23, 2013 Revision Date: April 8, 2014 Revision Date: June 23, 2015 Revision Date: December 8. 2015 In addition to Strategy A and Strategy B, include all adopted incentives with the policies and procedures used daily for implementation as provided in Section 420.9076, F.S.: Name of the Strategy: Expedited Permitting Collier County will expedite permits as defined in Sec. 163.3164(7) and (8), F.S. for affordable housing projects to a greater degree than other projects. Affordable housing projects will be identified as those projects assisted with state or federal housing funds. a. Provide a description of the procedures used to implement this strategy: Collier County Board of County Commissioners adopted Resolution No.2007-176 on July 24, 2007, superseding and replacing Resolution 2005-408, amending the procedures for expediting the development review process for qualified affordable-workforce housing including community workforce housing innovation program (CWHIP) projects. Initially, a qualification meeting is called with the developer and staff to determine if the project meets the affordable housing requirements. Those projects that demonstrate compliance will be issued a certificate to allow the expedited review process for all development orders. Planning and Zoning will provide expedited status by assisting these developments first throughout the process from application through Certificate of Occupancy. In 20I 0-2011, Collier County refined the building permit process and performance measures were developed to facilitate the expedited performance and allow the county to closely monitor its performance and adherence to this policy. The current building permit process is 5, 10, 15 days, however single family permits that are using state or federal funding will be moved to the top of the permit process queue. Name of the Strategy: Ongoing Review Process Collier County requires all items which have the potential to increase the cost of housing to be prepared and presented to the Collier County Board of County Commissioners with the amount of the increase or decrease mentioned in the executive summary. a.) Provide a description of the procedures used to implement this strategy: The process, by which items are prepared for the BCC Agenda includes a vast approval hierarchy to ensure that all proposed actions impacting affordable housing are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Furthermore, the Collier County Affordable Housing Advisory Committee regularly forms subcommittees to review impediments to affordable housing, as well as new affordable housing incentives. 11.A.4 Packet Pg. 299 Attachment: 2013-2016 LHAP Amendment ConstrA OOR 81617 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) 27 Adoption Date: April 23, 2013 Revision Date: April 8, 2014 Revision Date: June 23, 2015 Revision Date: December 8. 2015 Name of the Strategy: Increased Density for Affordable Housing Collier County allows developers to request increased density when including a certain percentage of affordable housing in the proposed development. a.) Provide a description of the procedures used to implement this strategy: An Affordable Housing Density Bonus Agreement must be submitted and approved by the Collier County Board of County Commissioners as provided for in the Collier County Land Development Code, ss. 2.06.00. Name of the Strategy: Inventory of Locally Owned Public Lands Suitable for Affordable Housing. a. Provide a description of the procedures used to implement this strategy: Collier County prepares an inventory of all real property owned by Collier County that may be appropriate for use as affordable housing in accordance with Sec. 125.379 F.S. every three years. Collier County Resolution No. 2007-172, adopted June 26, 2007, permits properties identified as appropriate for use as affordable housing may be offered for sale and the proceeds used to purchase land for the development of affordable housing or to increase the local government fund earmarked for affordable housing, or may be sold with a restriction that requires the development of the property as permanent affordable housing, or may be donated to a nonprofit housing organization for the construction of permanent affordable housing. 11.A.4 Packet Pg. 300 Attachment: 2013-2016 LHAP Amendment ConstrA OOR 81617 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) 28 IV. EXHIBITS: Adoption Date: April 23, 2013 Revision Date: April 8, 2014 Revision Date: June 23, 2015 Revision Date: December 8. 2015 Revision Date: March 22, 2016 Revision Date: Sept. 12, 2017 A. Administrative Budget for each fiscal year covered in the Plan. Exhibit A. B. Timeline for Encumbrance and Expenditure: Chapter 67-37.005, F A.C A separate timeline for each fiscal year covered in this plan is attached as Exhibit B. Program funds will be encumbered by June 30 one year following the end of the applicable state fiscal year. Program funds will be fully expended within 24 months of the end of the applicable State fiscal year. C. Housing Delivery Goals Chart (HDGC) For Each Fiscal Year Covered in the Plan: Completed HDGC for each fiscal year is attached as Exhibit C. D. Certification Page: Signed Certification is attached as Exhibit D. E. Adopting Resolution: Original signed, dated, witnessed or attested adopting resolution is attached as Exhibit E. F. Program Information Sheet: Completed program information sheet is attached as Exhibit F. G. Ordinance: If changed from the original ordinance, a copy is attached as Exhibit G. H. Interlocal Agreement: A copy of the lnterlocal Agreement if applicable is attached as Exhibit H. I. Short Sale Policy: Amended policy attached as Exhibit I J. Essential Personnel Certification 11.A.4 Packet Pg. 301 Attachment: 2013-2016 LHAP Amendment ConstrA OOR 81617 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) 29 ATTACHMENT “I” Collier County Community and Human Services Division State Housing Initiatives Partnership Program SHORT SALE POLICY Requests for short sale must be approved in advance and in writing by Collier County Community and Human Services Division. The following minimum criteria shall apply: 1. The recipient, as seller of the property, shall not receive any funds from the Short Sale transaction. 2. To facilitate a Short Sale, Collier County shall forgive 70 percent (70%) of the assistance provided based upon the following table. PROPOSED SHORT SALE SETTLEMENT AMOUNT 30% of SHIP Second Mortgage face value amount 3. The Collier County Short Sale amount cannot conflict with the primary mortgage lender Short Sale Agreement .  If the primary lender rejects the SHIP Proposed Short Sale Settlement amount, at the discretion of the CHS Director or his/her designated representative, the settlement amount may be reduced as appropriate to help facilitate the sale of the property to avoid the possibility of foreclosure. In order to determine if a recipient may qualify for Short Sale, the Division will require the following information: 1. Short Sale Request Form from owner or authorized agent. 2. Evidence of the first mortgage lender’s approval for Short Sale. 3. Copy of signed sales contract or buyer offer sheet. Following initial review, the Division will advise in writing if the recipient has been pre-approved for Short Sale. However, the following documents will be required prior to closing of the Short Sale and issuance of final approval: 1. Final unsigned Closing Disclosure as prepared for settlement (signed copy to be obtained immediately after settlement); and 2. Final first mortgage lender Short Sale approval; and 3. Final signed sales contract; and 4. Name, phone number and email address of closing agent. Community and Human Services shall have no less than 20 business days for processing from the date the request is submitted to the CHS office. If approved, the Division will forward the Short Sale Agreement and/or payoff letter to the title company. If CHS is unable to approve the request, a denial letter will be issued. 11.A.4 Packet Pg. 302 Attachment: 2013-2016 LHAP Amendment ConstrA OOR 81617 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) 30 EMAIL THE SHORT SALE REQUEST FORM ALONG WITH SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS TO: CollierCountySHIP@colliergov.net Collier County Community and Human Services Division State Housing Initiatives Partnership Program SHORT SALE APPLICATION Recipient(s) name: _________________________________________________________ Property address: _________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ First Mortgage Information First Mortgage Lender: _________________________________________________________ Principal Balance: _________________________________________________________ Approved Short Sale Amount: _________________________________________________________ Net Proceeds to Recipient: _________________________________________________________ SHIP Second Mortgage Information SHIP Mortgage Amount: _________________________________________________________ SHIP File Number: _________________________________________________________ Date Recorded: _________________________________________________________ Required Repayment Amount: _________________________________________________________ Amount Paid by Lender: _________________________________________________________ Amount Paid by Other: _________________________________________________________ Net Proceeds to Recipient: _________________________________________________________ OFFICE USE ONLY PRE-APPROVED DENIED ____________________________ __________ Kimberley Grant, CHS Director Date 11.A.4 Packet Pg. 303 Attachment: 2013-2016 LHAP Amendment ConstrA OOR 81617 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) 31 ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL CERTIFICATION Exhibit J Collier County Purchase Assistance Program recipients must have evidence of employment status in a specific field before they may be approved for additional funding in the program. Please certify which category the below named person’s employment falls under. Employee Name: Position Title: I certify that the above named applicant and to the best of my knowledge he/she is a; Teacher and Educators, other school district, community college, university employees Employer Name: Phone: Representative Name: Title Signature Date Police , Emergency and Fire Personnel An employee of a local law enforcement agency who is an officer sworn to carry out law enforcement duties. Examples of this class are sheriffs, deputy sheriffs, chiefs of police, city police officers, and sworn personnel of law enforcement subunits of port and transit authorities. This class includes campus police officers employed by of local city and community college districts. Private campus police are excluded. A firefighter or fire personnel who are extensively trained in firefighting. In addition those individuals also trained in Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and operate ambulances who may or may not in addition to being a firefighter. Skilled Building Trade Personnel Common skilled trade careers include machinist, tool designer, fabricator, production technician, carpenter, mason, plumber, pipefitter, steamfitter, electrician, painter, HVAC and roofer. Teacher and Educators, other school district, community college, university employees A teacher or educator, employed by a county/city school district, private or public college/university or technical school/institute. Healthcare Personnel Health care personnel (HCP) are persons who have special education on health care and who are directly related to provision of health care services. HCP includes all paid and unpaid persons working in health-care settings. Physicians, nurses, nursing assistants, therapists, technicians, emergency medical service personnel, dental personnel, pharmacists, laboratory personnel, autopsy personnel who are employed with health-care facility will fall under HCP category. 11.A.4 Packet Pg. 304 Attachment: 2013-2016 LHAP Amendment ConstrA OOR 81617 w-attach I & J (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) (3) @) Exhibit D 67-3 7.005( l ), F.A.C. Effective Date: 10/14 Local Govemment: Collier Counfv (1) The local govemment will advertise the availability of SHIP funds pursuant to Florida Statutes. (2)Al1 SHIP funds will be expended in a marmer which will insure that there will be no discrimination on the basis ofrace, creed, religion, color, age, sex, farnilial or marital status. handicap. or national origin. A process for selection of recipients for funds has been developed. The eligible municipality or county has developed a qualification system for applications for awards. (5) Recipients offunds will be required to contractually commit to program guidelines. (6) The Florida Housing Finance Corporation will be notified promptly if the local govemment (or interlocal entity) will be unable to comply with tlre provisions the plan. (7) The Local Housing Assistance Plan shall provide for the expenditure of SHIP funds including allocation, program income and recaptured funds within 24 months following the end ofthe State fiscal year in which they are received. (8) The plan conforms to the Local Govemment Comprehensive Plan, or that an amendment to the Local Government Comprehensive Plan will be initiated at the next available opportunity to insure conformance with the Local Housing Assistance Plan. (9) Amendments to the approved Locai Housing Assistance Plan shall be provided to the Corporation with in 21 days after adoption. (10) The trust frrrd shall be established with a qualified depository for all SHIP funds as well qs.mprleys generated from activities such as interest earned on ioans. (11) Amounts on deposit in the local housing assistance trust fund shall be invested as permitted by law. (12) The local housing assistance trust fund shall be separately stated as a special revenue fund in the local govemments audited financial statements, copies of the audits will be forwarded to the Corporation as soon as available. CERTIFICATION TO G FINANCE 11.A.5 Packet Pg. 305 Attachment: Stamped CAO docs LHAP (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) Exhibit D 67-3 7.005( 1), F.A.C. Effective Date: l0/14 13) An interlocal entity shall have its local housing assistance trust fimd separately audited for each state fiscal year, and the audit forwarded to the Corporation as soon as possible. (14) SHIP funds will not be pledged for debt service on bonds or as rent subsidies. (15) Developers receiving assistance from both SHIP and the Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Program shall comply with the income, affordability and other LIHTC requirements, similarly, any units receiving assistance from other federal programs shall comply with all Federal and SHIP program requirements. (16) Loans shall be provided for periods not exceeding 30 years, except for deferred payment loans or loans that extend beyond 30 years which continue to service eligible persons. (17]t Rental Units constructed or rehabilitated with SHIP funds shall be monitored at least annually for 15 years for compliance with tenant income requirements and affordability requirements or as required in Section 420.9075 (3)(e) (18) The Plan meets the requirements of Section 420-907-9079 FS, and Rule Chapter 67-37 FAC, and how each ofthose requirements shall be met. (19) The provisions of Chapter 83-220, Laws ofFlorida been implemented.(note: Miami Dade County will check "has") has or X has not Witness Chief Elected Official or designee Witness Penny Taylor, Chairwoman Approvcd os to lbrm and lcgllilyDate OR Attest: (Seal) 11.A.5 Packet Pg. 306 Attachment: Stamped CAO docs LHAP (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) Exhibit D 67-37.005(1), F.A.C. Effective Date: i 0/14 13) An interlocal entity shall have its local housing assistance trust fund separately audited for each state fiscal year, and the audit forwarded to the Corporation as soon as possible. (i4) SHIP funds will not be pledged for debt service on bonds or as rent subsidies. (15) Developers receiving assistance from both SHIP and the Low lncome Housing Tax Crcdit (LIHTC) Program shall comply with the income, affordability and other LIIITC requirements, similarly, any units receiving assistance from otler federal programs shall comply with all Federal and SHIP program requirements. (16) Loans shall be provided for periods not exceeding 30 years; excep for defened payment loans or loans that extend beyond 30 years which continue to service eligible persons. (17) Rental Units constructed or rehabilitated with SHIP firnds shall be monitored at least amually for 15 years for compliance with tenant income requirements and affordability requirements or as required in Section 420.9075 (3)(e) (1 8) The Plan meets the requirements of Section 420-907-9079 FS, and Rule Chapter 67-37 FAC, and how each ofthose requirements shall be met. (19) The provisions of Chapter 83-220, Laws of Florida _has or _X_has not been implemented. (note: Miami Dade County will check..hrs") Witness Chief Elected Official or designee Witness Penny Taylor, Chairwoman Approvcd ss to lbrm anrt lcgality OR Attest: (Seai)??.' Assistont County Au(xlcy 11.A.5 Packet Pg. 307 Attachment: Stamped CAO docs LHAP (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) 11.A.5 Packet Pg. 308 Attachment: Stamped CAO docs LHAP (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) R-ESOLUTION No. 2017- A RESOLUTION OF THf, BOARD OF COI]NTY COMMISSIONERS OF COLLMR COT]NTY. FLORIDA. REVISING THE LOCAL HOUSING ASSISTANCE PLAN FOR FISCAL YEARS 2016-2017.2017-2018. AND 2018- 2019, AS REQUIRED BY THE STATE HOUSING INITIATIVES PARTNERSHIP (SHIP) PROGRAM; R.EVISING THE OWNER-OCCI.IPIED REHABILITATION STRATEGY AND SHORT SALE POLICY AND ADDING A NEW CONSTRUCTION ASSISTANCE STRATEGY. WIIEREAS, the State of Florida enacted the William E. Sadowski Affordable Housing Act on July 7, 1992 , Chapter 92-317 of Florida Sessions Laws, allocating a portion of documentary stamp ta-xes on deeds to local govemments for the development and maintenance 01. affordable housing; and WIIr'ftE45, 11l" State Housing Initiatives Parhrership (SHIP) Act, Subsections 420.907 - 420.9079, Florida Statutes, and Chapter 67-37, Floida Administrative Code, requires local governments to develop a one - to - three-year Local Housing Assistance Plan outlining how funds will be used; and WHEREAS, the SHIP Act requires local govemments to revise their Local Housing Assistance Plan when a technical revision is made to a local housing assistarce strategy; and WHEREAS, the State Housing Initiatives Parhership (SHIP) Act Subsections 420.907 - 420.9079, Florida Statutes (1992), and, Chapter 67-37, Florida Administrative Code, requires local governments to forward technical revisions to their Local Housing Assistance Plans to the Florida Housing Finance Corporation for review; and WHEREAS, the Community and Human Services Division has prepared and revised 2016-2019 Local Housing Assistance Plan for submission to the Florida Housing Financc Corporation; and WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners finds that it is in the best interest of the citizens of Collier County for it to submit the Local Housing Assistance Plan for review and 11.A.5 Packet Pg. 309 Attachment: Stamped CAO docs LHAP (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) 11.A.5 Packet Pg. 310 Attachment: Stamped CAO docs LHAP (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) approval so as to qualiry for said documentary stamp tax funds with administrative costs paid from monevs deoosited into the local housins assistance trust fund. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLI'ED BY THf, BOARD OF COT]NTY COMI\ItrSSIONERS OF COLLIER COIINTY. FLORIDA that: Section l: The Housing Delivery Goals Chart ofthe 2016-2019 LIIAP has been updated to reflect changes to current strategy. Section 2: Revise Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation award amount and Short Sale policy and add a new Construction Assistance Strategy. Section 3: This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption. This Resolution adopted this _ day of second and majority in favor ofpassage. ATTEST: DWIGHT E. BROCK, CLERK , DEPUTY CLERK Approval for form and legality: 2017, after motion BOARD OF COTJNTY COMMISSIONERS OF COLLIER COTINTY, FLORIDA Chairman Penny Taylor DISTRICT 4 COMMISSIONER By:By: Jenniler A. Belpedio lh Assistant County Anomey >*t;{ 11.A.5 Packet Pg. 311 Attachment: Stamped CAO docs LHAP (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) 11.A.5 Packet Pg. 312 Attachment: Stamped CAO docs LHAP (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) Exhibit D 67-37.005(1), F.A.C. Effective Date: 10/14 Local Govemment: Collier Countv (1) The local govemment will advertise the availability of SHIP firnds pursuant to Florida Statutes. (2) Al1 SHIP finds will be expended in a manner which will insure that there will be no discrimination on the basis ofrace, creed, rsligion, color, age, sex, familial or marital status, handicap, or national origin. (3) A process for selection ofrecipients for fiurds has been developed. (4) The eligible municipality or county has developed a qualification system for applications for awards. (5) Recipients of fi.rnds will be required to contractually cornmit to prograrn guidelines. (6) The Florida Housing Finance corporation will be notified promptly if the local government (or interlocal entity) will be rurable to comply with the provisions the plan. (7) The Local Housing Assistance Plan shall provide for the expenditure ofsHlp funds including allocation, program income and recaptured funds within 24 months followins the end of the State fiscal year in which they are received. (8) The plan conforms to the Local Govemment Comprehensive Plan, or that an amendment to the Locai Govemment Comprehensive Plan will be initiated at the next available opportunity to insure conformance with the Loca.l Housing Assistarce plan. (9) Amendments to the approved Local Housing Assistance plan shall be provided to the Corporation with in 21 days after adoption. (10) The trust fund shall be established with a qualified depository for all sHIp funds as well as moneys generated fiom activities such as interest eamed on loans. (11) Amounts on deposit in the local housing assistance trust fund shall be invested as permitted by law. (12) The locai housing assistance trust fiurd shall be separately stated as a special revenue 1md in the local governments audited financial statements, copies ofthe audits will be forwarded to the Corporation as soon zrs available. CERTIF'ICATION TO 11.A.5 Packet Pg. 313 Attachment: Stamped CAO docs LHAP (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) 11.A.5 Packet Pg. 314 Attachment: Stamped CAO docs LHAP (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) Exhibit D 67-37.00s(1), F.A.C.' Effective Date: 10/14 13) An interlocal entity shall have its local horaing assistance trust fi.rnd separately audited for each state fiscal year, and the audit forwarded to the Colporation as soon as possible. (i4) SHIP funds will not be pledged for debt service on bonds or as rent subsidies. (15) Developers receiving assistance from both SHIP and the Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Program shall comply with the income, affordability and o*rer LIHTC requirements, similarly, any rmits receiving assistance from other federai progams shall comply with ali Federal and SHIP program requirements. (16) Loans shall be provided for periods oo1 exsssding 30 years; excep for deferred payment loans or loans that extend beyond 30 years which continue to service eligible persons. (17) Rental Units constructed or rehabilitated with S}ffi fi:ads shall be monitored at least annually for 15 years .for compliance with tenant income requirements and affordability requirements or as required in Section 420.9075 Q)@) (18) The Plan meets the requirbments of section 420-907-9079 Fs, and Rule chapter 67-37 FAC. and how each ofthose requirements shall be met. (19) The provisions of Cbapter 83-220, Laws of Florida has or X_has not been implemented. (rote: MiaEi Dade Coutrty wilt check shas-) Witness Chief Elected OfEcial or designee Witness Penny Taylor, Chairwoman Afl)mved ss to lbrm and lcgulitYDate OR Attest: (Seal) 11.A.5 Packet Pg. 315 Attachment: Stamped CAO docs LHAP (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) 11.A.5 Packet Pg. 316 Attachment: Stamped CAO docs LHAP (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) R-ESOLUTION No. 2017- A RESOLI]TION OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMNISSIONERS OF COLLIER COUNTY. FLORIDA. REVISING THE LOCAL IIOUSING ASSISTANCE PLAN FOR FISCAL YEARS 2013-2014, 2014-2015 AND 20ls- 2016, AS R.EQUIRED BY THE STATE HOUSING IMTIATIVES PARTNERSHIP (SHIP) PROGRAM; RE\'ISING THE OWNER-OCCUPIED REIIABILITATION STRATEGY AND SHORT SALE POLICY AND ADDING A NEW CONSTRUCTION ASSISTANCE STRATEGY. WHEREAS, the State of Florida enacted the William E. Sadowski Affordable Housing Act on July 7, 1992 , Chapter 92-317 of Florida Sessions Laws, allocating a portion of documentary stamp taxes on deeds to local govemments for the development and maintenance of affordable housing; and WHEREAS, the State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) Act, Subsections 420.907- 420.9079, Florida Statutes, and Chapter 67-37, Florida Administrative Code, requires local governments to develop a one - to - three-year Local Housing Assistance Plan outlining how funds will be used; and WHER-EAS, the SHIP Act requires local govemments to revise their Local Housing Assistance Plan when a technical revision is made to a local housing assistance strategy; and WHEREAS, the State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) Act, Subsections 420.907 - 420.9079, Florida Statutes (1992), and Chapter 67-31, Florida Administrative Code, requires local governments to forward technical revisions to their Local Housing Assistance Plans to the Florida Housing Finance Corporation for review; and WHEREAS, the Community and Human Services Division has prepared and revised 201,3-2016 Local Housing Assistance Plan for submission to the Florida l{ousing Finance Corporation; and WIIEREAS, the Board of Counff Commissioners finds that it is in the best interest of the citizens of Collier County for it to submit the Local Housing Assistance Plan for review and 11.A.5 Packet Pg. 317 Attachment: Stamped CAO docs LHAP (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) 11.A.5 Packet Pg. 318 Attachment: Stamped CAO docs LHAP (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) approval so as to qualiry for said documentary stamp tax funds with administrative costs paid from moneys deposited into the local housing assistance trust fund. NOW, THEREFORE, Bf, IT RESOLVf,D BY THE BOARD OF COIJNTY COMMISSIONERS OF COLLIER COIJNTY. FLORIDA that: Section l: The Housing Delivery Goals Chart ofthe 2013-2016 LHAP has been updated to reflect changes to current stratery. Section 2: Revise Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation award amount and Short Sale Policy and add a new Construction Assistance Strategy. Section 3: This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption. This Resolution adopted this _ day of second and majority in favor ofpassage. 2017, after motion ATTEST: DW]GHT E. BROCK. CLERK By: . DEPUTY CLERK Approval for form and legality: Jennifer A. Belpedio Assistant Countv Attomev BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA Chairman Penny Taylor DISTRICT 4 COMMISSIONER Approv€d os to lbrm antl lcgrrlitY By, Aisistant County Att,rLncy b -'-!r,{$ 11.A.5 Packet Pg. 319 Attachment: Stamped CAO docs LHAP (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19) 11.A.5 Packet Pg. 320 Attachment: Stamped CAO docs LHAP (3633 : SHIP LHAP 2013-16; 2016-19)