SUBJECT
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An ordinance of the City of Laredo amending Chapter 18, Article V, Section 18-21, “Registration Requirements for New Business Registration”, adding section 18.21(c) entitled “Issuance of Certificate of Occupancy with Conditions”, to establish the issuance and process for Certificates of Occupancy with Conditions; and to establish a fee of two hundred dollars ($200.00); and Chapter 18, Article V, Section 18-27, “Record Keeping and Reinstatement Process”, to establish an Amnesty Certificate of Occupancy fee of two hundred dollars ($200.00); providing that the ordinance shall be cumulative, providing for severability clause, and providing for publication and effective date.
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PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION
On June 6, 2025, Ordinance 2025-O-133 was approved to establish an Amnesty Certificate of Occupancy Program.
BACKGROUND
The City of Laredo established the Amnesty Certificate of Occupancy (CO) Program through Ordinance 2025-O-133 to provide a process for property and business owners to obtain a replacement Certificate of Occupancy or establish a Certificate of Occupancy record when no record exists, subject to established eligibility requirements. The proposed amendment will also establish a Certificate of Occupancy with Conditions, providing an option for businesses to begin operating when only minor items remain outstanding and the outstanding items do not pose a health or safety risk. To support the administration, review, and processing of these services, a fee is being proposed for the Amnesty Certificate of Occupancy and Certificate of Occupancy with Conditions processes.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
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STAFF RECOMMENDATION
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Staff recommends that City Council approve this Ordinance.
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Fiscal Impact
Fiscal Year: 2027
Budgeted Y/N?: Yes
Source of Funds: N/A
Account #: 101-0000-351-1083
Change Order: Exceeds 25% Y/N: N/A
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Any fees generated will be deposited into General Fund.