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2014-304471 3 RECORDING REQUESTED BY: NORTH AMERICAN TITLE CO. 11111111 III 11111!1111 1111111111 IINI 1111111111 INII NIN 11111 1111 IN FREE RECORDING M—EQUESTIEM" JUL 21, 2014 3:49 PM PUBSU INIX IQ GOV CQUE SECTION OFFICIAL RECORDS 2383 SAN DIEGO COUNTY RECORDER'S OFFICE Ernest J Dronenburg,Jr,COUNTY RECORDER FEES d2 00 PAGES: 10 Clay n i Encinitas Planning and Building Department 505 S. Vulcan Avenue Encinitas, CA 92024 And When Recorded Mail To: (a P City of Encinitas Planning and Building Department 505 S Vulcan Avenue Encinitas, CA 92024 Attn* Housing Division A P N 254-401-001 /d-15 5-47, 7 AFFORDABLE HOUSING ,REGULATORY AGREEMENT (Density Bonus) This Affordable Housing Regulatory Agreement (hereinafter the "REGULATORY AGREEMENT") is made and entered into and is effective as of this 10�"day of June, 2014 by and between the City of Encinitas (hereinafter the "CITY"), and Stefan M. LaCasse and Heather L. LaCasse, Co-trustees of THE LaCASSE FAMILY TRUST, dated March 25, 2005 (hereinafter the "OWNER") RECITALS A Whereas, the OWNER is the owner of real property (hereinafter the "PROPERTY") described in Attachment A, attached hereto and made a part hereof; B. Whereas, the CITY approved a Density Bonus for Tentative Map 11-189, in accordance with Government Code 65915, and under said law the OWNER must restrict occupancy in two units to a very low-income households for a minimum period of thirty (30) years, C Whereas, the OWNER has designated Lot 1 of TM 11-189 (hereinafter the "UNIT") as an affordable unit and complies with the restrictions contained herewith; D. Whereas, the UNIT was previously subject to a certain Affordable Housing Regulatory Agreement dated September 12, 2013 and recorded In the Official Records of the County of San Diego on September 26, 2013 with document number 2013-0587946 (the "ORIGINAL REGULATORY AGREEMENT"), I J , E Whereas, the ownership of the UNIT has changed since the ORIGINAL REGULATORY AGREEMENT was entered into and recorded, and the UNIT has been conveyed to the OWNER, necessitating a partial release from the ORIGINAL REGULATORY AGREEMENT pertaining to the UNIT, and replacement of the ORIGINAL REGULATORY AGREEMENT with this REGULATORY AGREEMENT specific to the PROPERTY, and, F. Whereas, in order to restrict use f the affordable UNIT, the OWNER is bound by this REGULATORY AGREEMENT and has consented to be regulated and restricted as provided herein. NOW, THEREFORE, the parties hereto agree as follows: 1. TERM OF AGREEMENT The term of this REGULATORY AGREEMENT shall commence on the issuance of a certificate of occupancy for the UNIT and shall continue for thirty (30) years 2 MAINTENANCE OF THE AFFORDABLE UNIT A The exterior appearance of the affordable UNIT shall be compatible with units in the surrounding neighborhood, including units within TM 11-189. The interior appearances, finishes, and amenities of the UNIT shall be comparable to new, affordable units in the community. B. Prior to the commencement of construction, the quality of materials, floor coverings, cabinets, fixtures, appliances, doors, and windows shall be specified in sufficient detail to ensure that the quality level is comparable to new affordable units in the CITY or surrounding communities to the satisfaction of the Planning and Building Director (hereinafter, the "DIRECTOR"). C. If lots in subdivision are marketed under a custom lot sale program, then the UNIT shall be constructed as the first unit in the subdivision. If the subdivision is subjected to design review and/or constructed by a single builder in one or more phases, the UNIT shall be constructed and receive a certificate of final occupancy prior to the issuance of any building permit for the thirteenth market rate unit for the subdivision D. The UNIT shall be made affordable to a very low-income household earning fifty percent (50%) or less of the Area Median Income (AMI) for San Diego County, and adjusted for household size, as published periodically by the U.S Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) E Occupancy of the UNIT shall be appropriate to the number of bedrooms. As a general rule and policy, an appropriately sized household is no less than one person per bedroom and no more than two persons per bedroom, which is reasonable under the Fair Housing Act and intent of program assistance F The UNIT shall be built as shown by the plans submitted to the City on January 7, 2013 and approved by the Planning Commission on February 7, 2013, reflecting a 2 four bedroom, two and a half bathrooms and two car garage Based on a significant reason, the UNIT size may be reduced or increased through approval of a Design Review permit. G The UNIT shall be provided with adequate usable yard area comparable to new, affordable units in the community H During the term of this agreement, the UNIT shall be utilized for residential use only in accordance with applicable local ordinances and regulations, any commercial use or transient habitation (of less than thirty days) is specifically prohibited 3 OPTION TO RENT OR SELL UNIT A. Upon completion of construction of the UNIT, the OWNER shall either rent or sell the UNIT to eligible, very low-income household (as defined in Section 2 D), and in accordance with the terms and conditions contained herein B OWNER shall make the UNIT available for sale or rent to the general public through an advertisement in local newspaper(s) for two consecutive weeks Applications shall be made available and accepted for a minimum of fourteen days. The OWNER may employ additional marketing methods that are in accordance with professional standards of the industry and fair housing laws The CITY will require documentation of the selection process and the CITY may additionally advertise the UNIT availability C OWNER is prohibited from renting or selling the UNIT to a family member, relative, employee, or pre-determined household D OWNER may sell the property with the prior written approval of the DIRECTOR. At the time of said sale, the subsequent owner shall execute a new Affordable Housing Regulatory Agreement with the CITY The City shall require the subsequent owner to post a performance bond or provide other assurances of performance within the identified construction schedule (as described in Section 2 C) 4 OPTION TO SELL (Except as provided for in Section 3 D) A. The UNIT shall only be sold very low-income households (as defined in Section 2 D) In addition, the homebuyer must certify that the household will occupy the UNIT as owner-occupant and principal residence, and that the household does not own or have an interest in any real property B For any proposed homebuyer, the income of all adult members of the household must be verified by the OWNER using source documentation (e g , tax return, wage statement, bank statement, public benefit statement) C Prior to opening escrow to sell the UNIT, OWNER shall provide CITY with each of the proposed homebuyer's income statement and copies of the documentation of 3 income The DIRECTOR shall confirm or deny eligibility based on the documentation provided D The maximum affordable sales price for the UNITS shall be consistent with State law and be based on a total housing cost (including principal, interest, taxes, insurance, utility allowances, and any fees or assessments) of thirty percent (30%) of fifty percent (50%) of the AMI (as defined in Section 2 D), based on a seven-person household 1) The calculation of the affordable sales price shall include a five percent downpayment. 2) The interest rate used in the calculation shall be based on the current Freddie Mac Monthly Average Commitment Rate on 30-Year Fixed- Rate Mortgages 3) Actual financing to be obtained by any prospective homebuyer shall be a fixed rate loan fully amortized over thirty years Prior to the sale of the UNIT, the DIRECTOR shall approve the sales price (as described in Section 4 D) E OWNER shall record deed restrictions, approved by the DIRECTOR, that restrict the resale of the property only to other eligible households for the term of the REGULATORY AGREEMENT The CITY shall enforce the deed restrictions by recording a second deed of trust on the property securing a note, the amount of the note shall be equal to the amount of subsidy provided by the OWNER (the difference between the market price and the affordable sales price), or, other determined enforceable document approved by the CITY 5 OPTION TO RENT A. The UNIT shall be rented only to very low-income households (as defined in Section 2 D) Prior to occupancy, the proposed tenant's household income must be verified using source documentation for all adult members of the household (e g , tax return, wage statement, bank statements, public benefit statements) B The maximum monthly rental rate to be charged for the UNIT shall be consistent with State law and be based on thirty percent (30%) of fifty percent (50%) of AMI (as defined in Section 2 D) for a seven—person household (divided by 12 months) The DIRECTOR shall approve the maximum rental rate for the UNIT, including the applicable utility allowance Rental rate may be adjusted periodically in accordance with the current AMI schedule (as defined in Section 2 D) C OWNER shall maintain tenant files containing information on the household income and the source documentation used by OWNER to determine household income Said files shall be maintained for a period of three years from the termination of any tenancy Upon written request, OWNER shall allow the CITY access to review tenants' files and financial records for compliance with this REGULATORY AGREEMENT 4 D OWNER shall re-certify the tenant's income status every twelve months. In the event a tenant no longer qualifies as very low-income, the OWNER shall provide said tenant with the most expeditious eviction notice process, in accordance with applicable State law 6 MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE (APPLIES TO RENTAL OPTION ONLY) A. Any tenant selected to occupy the UNIT shall enter into a written occupancy agreement or lease with the OWNER OWNER shall use the standard lease form published by the California Apartment Association or other form approved by the DIRECTOR B Leases and the landlord-tenant relationship shall be subject to California law and the provisions of this REGULATORY AGREEMENT The OWNER shall establish reasonable rules of conduct and occupancy that comply with State and local laws and regulations C OWNER is responsible to maintain the leased UNIT in a habitable condition and in good repair at all times. OWNER is responsible for maintenance costs, including all repairs, corrections and replacements necessary to maintain and preserve the UNIT in a safe and sanitary condition in accordance with the U S Department of Housing and Urban Development's (HUD) Housing Quality Standards (HQS) Upon written request by the CITY, the OWNER shall provide DIRECTOR or representative with access to inspect the UNITS for compliance with this section D OWNER shall obtain, and at all times during the term of this REGULATORY AGREEMENT shall maintain policies of general liability and property damage insurance from an insurance company authorized to be in business in the State of California. The property damage insurance shall be in an amount sufficient to replace the UNIT in the event of fire or other major damage. OWNER may self- insure, with the prior written approval of the DIRECTOR. E OWNER may contract with a management agent for the performance of the services or duties However, such an arrangement does not relieve the OWNER of responsibility for proper performance of these duties F OWNER shall make a good faith effort to expeditiously re-rent the UNIT whenever it becomes vacant. In the event the UNIS is vacant for a period of more than thirty (30) days, the OWNER shall notify the CITY If available, CITY shall provide OWNER with a list of eligible households seeking rental housing. CITY can extend the affordable housing restriction period, if the UNIT is not continuously rented (i.e , vacancies of more than 30 days) 7 REPORTING REQUIREMENTS (APPLIES TO RENTAL OPTION ONLY) OWNER shall submit a report to the DIRECTOR immediately after initial lease-up of the UNITS and annually thereafter, on a form prescribed by the DIRECTOR. The report shall include information on the household(s) occupying the affordable UNITS during the prior year, household income, and the amount of rent collected Whenever requested by the 5 CITY, the OWNER shall provide source documentation demonstrating the qualified status of the household(s) 8 NON-DISCRIMINATION OWNER shall not discriminate against any prospective tenant or homebuyer on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, familial status, disability or other individuals protected under State and Federal fair housing law 9 CERTAIN ACTS PROHIBITED OWNER shall not make any sale, encumbrance (except for a first Deed of Trust associated with mortgage financing), assignment or conveyance, or transfer in any other form, of the PROPERTY or of its entire interest therein other than in accordance with the terms of this REGULATORY AGREEMENT 10 VIOLATION OF REGULATORY AGREEMENT BY THE OWNER In the event of the violation of any of the provisions of this REGULATORY AGREEMENT by the OWNER, the CITY may give written notice thereof to the OWNER by registered or certified mail addressed to the OWNER at the address stated in this Regulatory Agreement, or to such other address as may have been designated by the OWNER, and if such violation is not corrected to the satisfaction of the CITY within thirty (30) days after the date such notice is mailed (or within such further time as the CITY, in its reasonable discretion, may permit), the CITY may, without further prior notice, declare in writing a default under this REGULATORY AGREEMENT effective on the date of such declaration of default, and upon any such declaration of default the CITY may apply to any court, State or Federal, for specific performance of this REGULATORY AGREEMENT, for an injunction against any violation by the OWNER of this REGULATORY AGREEMENT, for the appointment of a receiver to take over and operate the UNIT in accordance with the terms of this REGULATORY AGREEMENT, or for such other relief as may be appropriate, it being agreed by the OWNER that the injury to the CITY arising from a default under any of the terms of this REGULATORY AGREEMENT would be irreparable and that it would be extremely difficult to ascertain the amount of compensation to the CITY which would afford adequate relief, in light of the purposes of the Density Bonus program 11 AMENDMENT This REGULATORY AGREEMENT shall not be altered or amended except by writing executed between the parties 12 SEVERABILITY In the event that any provision or covenant of this REGULATORY AGREEMENT is held by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid or unenforceable, then it shall be severed from the remaining portions of this REGULATORY AGREEMENT, which shall remain in full force and effect. 6 13 BINDING ON SUCCESSORS This REGULATORY AGREEMENT shall bind, and the benefits thereof shall inure to, the respective parties hereto, their legal representatives, executors, administrators, successors in the office or interest, and assigns, provided, however, that the OWNER may not assign this REGULATORY AGREEMENT or any of its obligations hereunder, voluntarily or by operation of law, without the prior approval of the CITY, excluding an assignment to an affiliate As used herein, "affiliate" means any entity in which OWNER holds an ownership interest, or any person or entity that holds an ownership interest in the PROPERTY 14 GENDER. The use of the plural in this REGULATORY AGREEMENT shall include the singular and the singular shall include the plural, and the use of one gender shall be deemed to include all genders 15 ELECTION OF REMEDIES EVENT OF DEFAULT The remedies of the CITY hereunder or under any other instrument providing for or evidencing the financial assistance provided herein are cumulative, and the exercise of one or more of such remedies shall not be deemed an election of remedies and shall not preclude the exercise by the CITY of any one or more of its other remedies 16 WAIVER. No waiver by the CITY of any breach of or default under this REGULATORY AGREEMENT shall be deemed to be a waiver of any other or subsequent breach or default hereunder 17 GOVERNING LAW This REGULATORY AGREEMENT shall be construed in accordance with and governed by the laws of the State of California 18 NOTICES Written notices and other written communications by and between the parties hereto shall be addressed as follows unless and until a party hereto has in writing, communicated a different address to the other party hereto CITY OWNER City of Encinitas LaCasse Family Trust 505 S Vulcan Ave 364 2nd Street, #5 Encinitas, CA 92024 Encinitas, CA 92024 Attn Housing Division Attn Stefan LaCasse 7 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, OWNER has executed this REGULATORY AGREEMENT as of the day and year first above written OWNER Stefan M LaCasse and Healther L. LaCasse, Co-trustees of THE LaCASSE FAMILY TRUST, dated March 25, 200 By- Date 6 Z `f Stefan LaCasse (Notarization of signature must be attached) CITY City of E cinitas By' Date Manjeet Ranu, City Planner (Notarization not required) 8 ` . . County of ZAA) CERTIFICATE OF ACKNOWLEDGMENT before 4AI, who proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the person(4 whose name(s)is/e -e ubscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he/sba,,444@�­executecl the same in his/hw444eir authorized capacity4as), and that by his/h@fAkeir signature(iiii) on the instrument the person(s.� or the entity upon behalf of which the person(s)acted,executed the instrument. I certify under PENALTY OF PERJURY under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing paragraph is true and correct. RICHARD A.ROGERS WITNESS my hand and official seal. COMM, #1920375 z Notary Public California 0 San Diego County — i9MXCornm.Expi Jan.3,2015 Signature OPTIONAL INFORMATION required by low, it could prevent fraudulent removal and reattachment of this tr Although the information in this section is not acknowledgment to an unauthorized document and may prove useful to persons relying on the attached document Description of Attached Document Method of Signer Identification The preceding Certificate of Acknowledgment is attached to a document Proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence: titled/for the purpose of L 0 form(s)of identification 0 credible witness(es) Notarial event is detailed in notaryjournal on: pages,and dated ef'/Z containing The sign4er?)?Ypacity or 3�ttri�oisla_retoaiIs Notary contact Inclividual(s) Other Attorney-in-Fact F Additional Signer(s) Signer(s)Thurnlbprint(s) El Corporate Officer(s) Title(s) El E:1 Partner-Limited/General F-1 Other representing Name(s)of Person(s)or Entity(tes)Stgner is Representing i;'Copvriaht 2007 Notary Rotary,Inc 925 29th St Des Moines,IA 50312 3612 Form ACK03 10107 To re-ordef,call toll-ftee 1-877 349-6588 or visit us on the Internet at http//wwwnotaryrotarycom ATTACHMENT A LEGAL DESCRIPTION Real property in the City of Encinitas, County of San Diego, State of California as follows APN. 254-401-001 LOT 1 OF ENCINITAS TRACT NO 11-189 IN THE CITY OF ENCINITAS, COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, ACCORDING TO MAP THEROF NO 15963 FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAN DIEGO COUNTY DECEMBER 31 2013 9