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HomeMy WebLinkAboutIV.F - Resolution No. 2018-06 - Rental Rehab Loan - Old Neighbor LLC HEDRA Memorandum To: HEDRA Commissioners From: John Hinzman, Community Development Director Date: October 11, 2018 Item: Resolution: Residential Rental Rehabilitation Loan – Old Neighbor, LLC (Markus Warren) – 101 East 6th Street Request Markus Warren operating as Old Neighbor, LLC has submitted a request for a $6,000 rental residential rehabilitation loan to assist with window replacement for his property located at 101 East 6th Street Financing The total estimated cost for the renovation is $16,389. Old Neighbor, LLC would contribute $10,389 (63.3%) of the total cost from cash on hand with the remaining $6,000 (36.7%) being comprised of the HEDRA Loan. Heritage Preservation Commission Review The duplex was constructed in 1885 and site improvements are subject to Heritage Preservation Commission (HPC) review. The HPC is scheduled to review the project at its October 16, 2018 meeting. Approval of the loan would be subject to HPC approval of the improvements. Loan Terms HEDRA may provide a ten year loan at zero percent the first year, and 0.25% above the Prime Rate (currently 5.25%) for years 2-10. The loan would be recalibrated to reflect changes in the Prime Rate every two years. Loan proceeds would be disbursed upon proof of qualified rehabilitation expense. The loan would be secured with a mortgage document. Analysis  Eligibility – The home is a designated historic site consistent with eligibility requirements.  Improvements – Proposed window replacement is an eligible improvement item.  Business Subsidy – The loan does not exceed the $150,000 limit for constituting a business subsidy under state law.  Purpose – The loan assists in facilitating the following program purposes: Preserve and make appropriate improvements to buildings which contribute to the neighborhood appearance or historic character.  Funding Availability – Approximately $45,000 remains for both commercial and residential loans. Upon funding the $6,000 request, $39,000 would remain for additional loans in 2018.  Demonstration of Need – The windows are in need of repair. Failure to complete improvements will result in compounded issues in the future. Recommendation Approval of the loan as presented is recommended. ACTION – Adopt the attached resolution approving a $6,000 Rental Rehabilitation Loan for Old Neighbor, LLC for work at 101 East 6th Street. Please see the attached resolution and pictures for further information. HASTINGS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY RESOLUTION NO. 2018-06 APPROVAL OF RESIDENTIAL RENTAL REHABILITATION LOAN FOR OLD NEIGHBOR, LLC AT 101 EAST 6TH STREET Commissioner ______________ introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: WHEREAS, the Hastings Economic Development and Redevelopment Authority (HEDRA) has established an Rental Residential Rehabilitation Loan Program and Guidelines pursuant to Minnesota State Statutes 469.01 on March 12, 2009; and WHEREAS, Old Neighbor, LLC, property owner, have applied for a $6,000 loan to partially finance the rehabilitation of an existing building located at 101 East 6th Street, to replace windows. The property is legally described as follows: The South 91.58 feet of Lot 5, Block 36, TOWN OF HASTINGS, Dakota County, Minnesota. AND The South 91.58 feet of Lot 6, Block 36, TOWN OF HASTINGS, Dakota County, Minnesota, except the east 55 feet thereof. WHEREAS, the total investment in the rehabilitation is estimated to be $16,389 for work qualified under the Program Guidelines; and WHEREAS, HEDRA finds that the loan is not a business subsidy under Minnesota State Statutes 116J.993; and WHEREAS, HEDRA finds that the work and costs meet the Rental Residential Rehabilitation Program Guidelines. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that HEDRA approves a loan in the amount of $6,000 for rehabilitation subject to the following conditions: 1. Proof of financing and/or equity for the balance of the Total Investment amount not financed through the Rehabilitation Loan. 2. Improvements are made subject to approval by HPC. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that upon submittal of proof of financing, HEDRA directs staff to prepare and have executed the loan and security documents and disburse the funds with usual conditions of the program. Commissioner _____________ seconded the resolution and upon being put to a vote it was adopted: Ayes: Nays: Absent: The resolution was duly adopted this 11th day of October, 2018. ________________________ Scott Sinclair, Vice-President ATTEST: _______________________________ John Hinzman, Director