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Zoning and Annexation Committee September 8, 1997 Page 2 Under miscellaneous business, the Committee then reviewed Substitute Bill No. 69-97 which would amend Chapter 21 of the South Bend Municipal Code in establishing zoning regulations for adult care homes. Mr. Byorni noted that this proposed ordinance would address adult care homes which would have four (4) or less adult residents. Each proposed location would require a special exception. The Council Attorney noted that this Bill is a substitute bill with the licensing regulations being set forth in a separate bill. Mr. Byorni noted that the definition had also been refined at the request of the Area Plan Staff. Ann-Carol Simmons, Assistant City Attorney made the presentation on behalf of Council Member John Broden,the sponsor of the Bill. Council Member Varner voiced concern with regard to the potential concentration of adult care homes in "A"residential neighborhoods. He suggested that a footage requirement of such uses in areas be considered. He also inquired into parking and screening requirements in light of health care staff and visitors. He voiced concerns over the impact on the neighborhood.Mr.Fozo noted that screening would be necessary if there were more than four(4)parking spaces required. Doug Carpenter, citizen member, voiced similar concerns as Dr. Varner with regard to concentration of use issues,parking and the overall impact to the neighborhood. Dr. Varner voiced further concerns over the fact that the ordinance does not call for owner- occupancy. Council Member Pfeifer noted that approximately thirty percent (30%) of the housing stock in South Bend is rental. Council Member Coleman noted that in light of the significant and substantial concerns being raised that the Bill might be referred back to the Area Plan staff for further study. Council Members Coleman and Pfeifer both recommended that further study and input be li meetings could take place to further address these issues. had so that public eet g p Teria Chism of 1129 East Eisle noted that she had contacted Council Member Broden regarding the adult care home project. She provided a copy of the "January 1994 Adult Care Requirments-Home and Community-Based Service Programs--Medicaid Home & Community-Based Waivers Program" (copy attached) It was recommended that since this Bill is bein g discussed under "miscellaneous business" that no formal recommendation i n 1 take place. It was recommended that a continuation could to p of the Bill in its present form with notification to the Area Plan staff may be the best action to take at the present time. There being no further business to come before the Committee,the meeting was adjourned at 4:30 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Council Member John Hosinski,Chairperson Zoning and Annexation Committee Attachments