HomeMy WebLinkAboutA012 - Resolution No. 06-134 adopted April 11, 2006 RESOLUTION NO. 06-134
RESOLUTION APPROVING A SPRINKLER RETROFIT
TAX ABATEMENT PROGRAM
FOR THE CITY OF AMES, IOWA
WHEREAS, as the Fire Department staff participated in extensive public input sessions
regarding the proposed sprinkler retrofit program,they received numerous comments from impacted
property owners regarding the importance of implementing a tax abatement program to offset some
of the installation costs; and,
WHEREAS, the Sprinkler Retrofit Ordinance requires the installation of sprinklers in four
categories:dormitories,institutions,high-rise buildings,and residences for the mobility-impaired;and,
WHEREAS,Iowa Code allows for urban revitalization areas to b e established to promote fire
safety; and,
WHEREAS, if approved,a three-,five-,or ten-year tax abatement option will be available to
the property owner should the installation of an International Building Code/]ntemational Fire Code
(2003)compliant sprinkler system increase the value of a property by at least five percent(5%);and,
WHEREAS, this tax abatement program will be available to owners of all four high-hazard
categories identified above.
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Ames,Iowa,that
the Sprinkler Retrofit Tax Abatement Program is hereby approved.
ADOPTED THIS 11`h day of April, 2006.
Diane R. Voss, City Clerk Ann H. Campbell, Mayor
Introduced by: Mahayni
Seconded by: Popken
Voting aye: Doll, Goodhue, Goodman,Mahayni, Popken, Rice
Voting nay: None Absent: None
Resolution declared adopted and signed by the Mayor this I I"day of April, 2006.