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2 hearing process as the license does have some effect on land use (albeit temporarily). Additionally, the opt-out ordinance previously adopted by Council would need to be rescinded. Gundlach reported in order for the ordinance to take effect, the Council will need to adopt it following a Commission hearing and recommendation. After Council adoption, the ordinance would need to be published in the official City newspaper. If the Commission moves the ordinance forward for public hearing on March 21st, the Council would consider on March 28th, and a publication would occur on April 5th. Chairperson Nichols-Matkaiti commented on the accessibility issues within the Ordinance. Commissioner Deick believed that homeowners may have to be creative in order to create a proper ramp into the temporary dwelling unit in order to be accessible for wheelchairs. Gundlach explained the accessibility requirements would only apply if the occupant required a wheelchair. She commented further on the inspections that would have to occur on the units. Further discussion ensued regarding accessibility issues. Commissioner Danger thought it would benefit the temporary dwelling unit vendors to have several models available to accommodate the needs of its users. Gundlach recommended the State building requirements be stricken from the Ordinance. Commissioner Deick recommended the City not get so specific on the requirements but rather let the contractors determine how the units should be built in order to meet the needs of their clients. Gundlach explained the City would not be licensing certain manufacturers as was the recommendation of the City Attorney. Commissioner Miwa questioned if the Ordinance could be amended in the future based on the needs that may arise. Gundlach discussed the City’s Ordinance amendment procedure. Commissioner Miwa suggested Item 5 be removed from the Ordinance. Commissioner Danger agreed and stated there would be a learning process for these units for both the City and the manufacturers. Councilmember Strub commented on the license term and recommended this language be further addressed. Chairperson Nichols-Matkaiti described how the Commission developed the proposed language in order to create some sort of separation between requests. She then noted several typographical errors that would need correction by staff. Commissioner Frischman asked how the City would ensure the health care units were temporary. Gundlach stated an agreement would have to be in place to address the unit removal. She explained she would be working with the City Attorney on this agreement and noted a financial guarantee would be required. Commissioner Frischman suggested the burden of the removal be placed on the contractor or vendor and not be the responsibility of the City.