Scottish Glen II
Scottish Glen II
Scottish Glen II
Project Description
Project Name: Scottish Glenn II Apartments
Address: Corner of Turnpike Road and West Blvd.
Will the project meet Energy Star standards as defined in Appendix B? Yes
Will the project include a Community Service Facility under IRS Revenue Ruling 2003-77?
No
If yes, please describe:
Target Population:Family
Will the project be receiving project based federal rental assistance? No
Applicant Information
Indicate below an individual or a validly existing entity (a corporation, nonprofit, limited partnership or LLC) as the official applicant. Under
QAP Section III(C)(5) only this individual or entity will be able to make decisions with regard to this application. If awarded the applicant
must become part of the ownership entity. The applicant will execute the signature page for this application.
Applicant Name: Opportunity Inc
Address: PO Box 1437
Telephone: (910)276-2582
Fax: (910)276-0100
Site Description
Identify utilities and services currently available (and with adequate capacity) for this site:
Is the site directly accessed by an existing, paved, publicly maintained road? Yes
If no, please explain:
Is any portion of the site located inside the 100 year floodplain? No
If yes:
(a) Describe placement of project buildings in relation to this area:
(b) Describe flood mitigation if the project will have improvements within the 100 year floodplain:
Site Control
Does the owner have fee simple ownership of the property (site/buildings)?No
If yes provide:
If no:
(a) Does the owner/principal or ownership entity have valid option/contract to purchase the property?Yes
(b) Does an identity of interest (direct or indirect) exist between the owner/principal or ownership entity with the option/contract for
purchase of the property and the seller of the property?Yes
If yes, specify the relationship:
Seller is also the Principal
(c) Enter the current expiration date of the option/contract to purchase: 11/21/2009
Zoning
Present zoning classification of the site:Office-Institutional
Are variances, special or conditional use permits or any other item requiring a public hearing needed to develop this proposal?Yes
If yes, have the hearings been completed and permits been obtained?No
If yes, specify permit or variance required and date obtained. If no, describe permits/variances required and schedule for
obtaining them:
A Conditional Use Permit was applied for on 12/3/08 and will go before the Planning Board on 1/13/09.
Once the planning board approves it will go to City Council on 1/20/09 to refer for a public hearing. Public
hearing vote will be 2/17/09. It is expected that a conditional use permit will be approved. Please see the
attached documentation asking for the conditional use permit under the Zoning Tab.
Are there any existing conditions of historical significance located on the project site that will require State Historic Preservation office
review?No
If yes, describe below:
Are there any existing conditions of environmental significance located on the project site?No
If yes, describe below:
Ownership Entity
Unit Mix
The Median Income for Scotland county is $51,300.
Statistics
Market Rate.......
Totals............... 40 6 18180
Project Includes:
Separate community building - Sq. Ft. (Floor Area): 1,149
Indicate below any additional targeting for special populations proposed for this project:
Mobility impaired handicapped: 5% of units comply with QAP Section IV(F)(3) (in addition to the units required by other federal and
state codes.)
Number of Units: 4
Number of Units: 4
Notes
** Please refer to the Income Limits and Maximum Housing Expense Table to ensure that Total Monthly Tenant Expenses for low
income units are within established thresholds.
Targeting
Specify Low Income Unit Targeting in table below. List each applicable targeting combination in a separate row below. Click [Add] to
create another row. Click "X" (at the left of each row) to delete a row. Add as many rows as needed.
# BRs Units %
Note: This number should match the total number of low income units in the Unit Mix section.
Funding Sources
Amort. Annual
Non- Rate Term Period Debt
Source Amount Amortizing* (%) (Years) (Years) Service
Bank Loan
RD 515 Loan
Non-Repayable Grant
Owner Investment
Other - Specify:
* "Non-amortizing" indicates that the loan does not have a fixed annual debt service. For these items, you must fill in 20-year debt
service below.
** Total Sources must equal total replacement cost in Project Development Cost (PDC) section.
RPP Loan
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Year:
Amt: 27045 26545 25995 25393 24735 24020 23245 22408 21505 20535
11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Year:
Amt: 19494 18379 17187 15916 14561 13119 11588 9963 8240 6416
Development Costs
Eligible Basis
Item Cost Element TOTAL COST
30% PV 70% PV
1 Purchase of Building(s) (Rehab / Adaptive Reuse only)
4 Rehabilitation
6 Accessory Building(s)
20 Survey 8,500
24 Bond Costs
26 Placement Fee
33 Tax Credit Allocation Fee (0.62% of line 60, minimum $7,500) 30,815
39 Relocation Expense
Comments:
Other:
Private Patio/Balconies included at each unit.
Have you built other tax credit developments that use the same building design as this project?Yes
If yes, please provide name and address:
Scottish Glen Apartments is located just north of the proposed Scottish Glen II Apartments and was funded
with Tax Credits in 2003.
Site Amenities:
On-site Playground, Picnic Area with Grill, On-site Leasing Office, Laundry Facilities, Accessible/Raised
Garden Beds, On-site Manager and Maintenance Person will be shared with Scottish Glen Apartments
(phase I) located next to proposed Scottish Glen II.
Onsite Activities:
Residents will be able to participate in a variety of activities at the community building. Residents will also
participate in the Family Self Sufficiency Program which offers an on-site case management worker, credit
and money management, assistance with job placement and supportive services and a 5 year plan to go
from assistance to independence.
Landscaping Plans:
There will be extensive landscaping with shrubs along the foundations of all buildings and at various sitting
areas throughout the site. In addition to shrubs, there will be perennial flowers planted in front of the
community building. There will also be a raised flower/garden bed for handicap accessibility.
Do you plan to submit additional market data (market study, etc.) that you want considered? Yes
If yes, please make sure to include the additional information in your pre-application packet.
NEIGHBORHOOD CHARACTERISTICS
Trend and direction of real estate development and area economic health. Physical condition of buildings and
improvements in the immediate vicinity. Concentration of affordable housing.
The surrounding neighborhoods including Scottish Glenn and Greenfield Apartments are stable and
attractive. New subdivisions on Turnpike and X-Way Road add character to the neighborhood with their
neatly maintained exteriors. The Government Complex across the road on West Blvd. houses the Scotland
Co. Health Department, the Department of Social Services and Emergency Management Services. The
County offices on Turnpike Road offer a senior center and recreational activities for all ages through the
Parks and Recreation Facility. Included in the Parks and Recreation activities are organize sports programs,
water park, and organized community events such as bingo, exercise programs and festivals. The
government buildings, churches and other commercial buildings in the area are well-maintained and in good
condition. There is also a newly expanded Super Walmart 1/2 mile from site.
There are three affordable housing developments on Turnpike Road within 1/2 mile of the site. Spring
Chase Apartments, USDA, Greenfield Apartments,LIHTC and Scottish Glen LIHTC.
SURROUNDING LAND USES AND AMENITIES
Land use pattern is residential in character (single and multifamily housing). Extent that the location is
isolated. Effect of industrial, large-scale institutional or other incompatible uses, including but not limited to:
wastewater treatment facilities, high traffic corridors, junkyards, prisons, landfills, large swamps, distribution
facilities, frequently used railroad tracks, power transmission lines and towers, factories or similar operations,
sources of excessive noise, and sites with environmental concerns (such as odors or pollution). Amount and
character of vacant, undeveloped land. Existing neighborhood and surrounding land uses are very
compatible with the proposed Scottish Glenn II. There are residential neighborhoods to the west and north of
the site and recreational facilities, shopping and services south and east of the site. The site is centrally
located to all the schools in the area including St. Andrews College - all are less than 2 miles from the site.
The area offers job opportunity, planned recreational activities, daycare, transportation and home-ownership
within the neighborhood when the time is right. There are no incompatible land uses that would adversely
affect the value of the proposed development.
SITE SUITABILITY
Adequate traffic safety controls (i.e. stop lights, speed limits, turn lanes). Burden on public facilities
(particularly roads). Access to mass transit (if applicable). Visibility of buildings and/or location of project sign
(s) in relation to traffic corridors. The site will have 2 parking spaces per unit and a large enough area for an
easy entrance and exit to the development. The site is located at the intersection of Turnpike Rd and X-Way
Road, therefore a four way stop sign is next to the site. This helps keep traffic at a slower speed in front of
the site. Scotland Area Transit (SCAT) will stop at the proposed development and for $1.00 per person, one
can ride all day with stops at shopping areas, hospital, medical complexes and government offices that are
located nearby.
Degree of on-site negative features and physical barriers that will impede project construction or adversely
affect future tenants; for example: power transmission lines and towers, flood hazards, steep slopes, large
boulders, ravines, year-round streams, wetlands, and other similar features (for adaptive re-use projects-
suitability for residential use and difficulties posed by the building(s), such as limited parking, environmental
problems or the need for excessive demolition).
The site is relatively flat with little vegetation. The buildings will be scattered on the site with easy access to
the community building and residential buildings. Playground equipment will be placed in a central location
and there will be lots of open space for outdoor activities. Each unit will have a private porch/balcony area.
The development will provide a sense of security while also giving the residents privacy, yet access to the
amenities located on the site. There are no negative or physical barriers the will impede construction or
have an adverse affect on future tenants. There are no environmental problems at this site.
For each applicable neighborhood feature, enter distance from project in miles.
The following enclosures must be submitted along with your signed preliminary application. Some enclosures are required only under
certain conditions. Please check each applicable item to indicate that you understand the enclosure requirements and will enclose the
correct supporting documentation with your application.
Fee Payment
Check in the amount of $5,450.00 made payable to North Carolina Housing Finance Agency.
Tab A - Preliminary Application
Printed, signed copy of preliminary application generated from online system.
B - Map/Driving Instructions
A local map clearly identifying the location of the Site and detailed directions to the Site. Current City or County maps are preferred
– internet maps and directions are not acceptable. Applicant must also provide a map identifying the amenities listed in section IV
(A)(1)(b)(ii) of the QAP and their proximity to the site.
Applicant must provide a sign and boundary markers to clearly identify the road frontage of the site. The sign identifying the site
should read “SITE” with a minimum size of 11x17.
C - Community Revitalization Plan
Applicant should provide a map identifying the subject site within the Plan area (if applicable).
D - Evidence of Site Control
Provide valid option/contract or warranty deed and plot plan.
E - Site Plans/Scope of Work
Preliminary site plan, floor plans and elevations for all projects, interior and exterior photographs and detailed scope of work for
Adaptive Reuse and Rehab projects. Site and floor plans should be no larger than 11x17 and must be produced by a licensed
architect or engineer.
F - Information Package for Market Analysts
This section must include copies of items required in Tabs A, B, E and G (site and floor plans should be no larger than 11x17) and
can include any additional market information such as preliminary market studies the applicant would like to provide to the
Analysts.
G - Rent Roll (Rehabs only)
Provide the current rent roll for the property and indicate which units (if any) are receiving rental assistance.
H - Documentation for Basis Boost
Applicant should provide an appraisal and/or standard geological survey to support a request for the basis boost (if applicable).