WS Item 4Work Session Personal Care / Assisted Living Facilities
Work Session Purpose
First of 78 million “Baby Boomers” to turn 65 in 2011, eligible for Medicare;
Work Session Purpose
First of 78 million “Baby Boomers” to turn 65 in 2011, eligible for Medicare;
By 2050, the U.S. population of our seniors will be equal to that of our youth
Work Session Purpose
First of 78 million “Baby Boomers” to turn 65 in 2011, eligible for Medicare;
Southlake dedicated to providing quality of life to residents of all ages;
In the wake of numerous proposals and increased market demand, regulations governing Personal Care / Assisted Living Facilities in Southlake ought to be reviewed;
Staff seeking direction from City Council.
Current Zoning Regulations
Personal Care Facilities
An establishment that furnishes, in one or more facilities, food and shelter to four or more persons who are unrelated to the proprietor of the establishment; and provides personal care
services; and in addition, provides minor treatment under the direction and supervision of the resident’s attending physician licensed by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners,
or services which meet some need beyond basic provision of food, shelter, and laundry. Incidental uses and/or services may include protective supervision, personal care, social and recreational
services, transportation services, private or common kitchen/dining facilities, so long as such services are provided to residents only.
Where Permitted
Not permitted in any zoning district by right
Requires Specific Use Permit (SUP) Approval
Permitted in all non-single family residential zoning districts with SUP
Personal care facilities, are encouraged to be located within walking distance of shopping areas, medical offices, civic centers, public parks, religious facilities, and other related
facilities or may be located in transitional areas adjacent to low and medium density residential developments when compatible and shall be subject to the requirements set forth in Section
45.8 of this ordinance.
SUP Regulations
General Criteria
Approval based on analysis of:
Location
Site layout & design
Adequacy of public infrastructure
Land use compatibility
Must meet state licensing requirements
Concept & Site Plan
A letter describing the facility’s services, amenities, ancillary uses, proposed number of occupants and service personnel
A floor plan and list of intended uses
SUP Regulations
Required Amenities
Cafeteria/Dining Room
Housekeeping Service
Furnish/Transportation to:
Library
Game Room
Exercise Room
Permitted Amenities
Encouraged examples:
Chapel
Swimming Pool / Jacuzzi
Home Theater
Arts & Crafts Facilities
Green House
Related Uses
SUP Regulations
Permitted Ancillary Uses
Not for use by general public:
Snack Bar;
Beauty/Barber Shop;
Convenience retail shop to provide for the sale of food items, non-prescription dugs, small household items, and gifts;
Pharmacy;
Medical Treatment Services
SUP Regulations
Height: Limited to 1 story if within 100’ of single-family residential
Minimum Unit Floor Area:
350 s.f. efficiency unit
450 s.f. one-bedroom unit
550 s.f. two-bedroom unit
Maximum Density: 12 du/acre
Parking: 10 spaces plus 1.5 spaces per 3 beds
State Definition
An assisted living facility must be licensed as a Type A, Type B, or Type C facility. A facility's licensure type is based on the capability of the residents to evacuate the facility
or the types of services the facility provides, or both.
Type A. In a Type A facility, a resident:
must be physically and mentally capable of evacuating the facility without physical assistance from staff,
does not require routine attendance during nighttime sleeping hours; and
must be capable of following directions under emergency conditions.
State Definition
Type B. In a Type B facility, a resident may:
require staff assistance to evacuate;
require attendance during nighttime sleeping hours;
be incapable of following directions under emergency conditions; and
require assistance in transferring to and from a wheelchair, but must not be permanently bedfast.
Type C. A Type C facility is a four-bed facility that:
has an active contract with DADS to provide adult foster care services; and
must be contracted with DADS to provide adult foster care services before it can be licensed.
Amendment Possibilities
Increasing floor area requirements for dwelling units and other uses;
Address convenient accessibility through the number and location of elevators;
Provide semi-private gathering places for families;
Provide computer/internet access; and
Provide usable, walkable, and shaded open space areas with amenities (i.e. seating area, garden, water fountain).
Other Considerations
Revising “Personal Care” to “Assisted Living” to be in line with the terminology of the Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services;
Reviewing policies on other senior-friendly uses, such as:
Adult Day Care
Mother-in-Law Suites
Other uses?
Public Input Timeline
Questions? Discussion / Direction