DENISON, Tex. (KXII) - \"We've come a long way - there's been a huge evolution since the first time landlords have heard about this.\" said Ashton Smith.<\/p>\n
Last May, Denison announced plans for a new rental registration and inspection program. They cited a slew of complaints and inspections that revealed issues on rental properties, like clogged plumbing, holes in walls and floors, and faulty electrical outlets.<\/p>\n
In June, landlords responded by saying the plan the city proposed would force landlords to raise rent so they could cover the repairs they'd have to make to pass inspection - leaving some low-income tenants without a place they could afford.<\/p>\n
\"The city actually does care, not just about tenants that are living in sub-standard conditions but also about landlords and about the things that we deal with.\" Smith said. <\/p>\n
Ashton Smith owns over 30 properties in Denison, he stood in opposition of the council in June, but has since worked with them to find a plan that suits more people.<\/p>\n
That one is what will be presented on Tuesday. Smith said the city is calling their new solution the VIP program.<\/p>\n
\"And it's not going up for vote, and it's not an action item right now, but I think this is gonna be a place where the city is gonna give the big overview on how everything has shaken out.\" Smith said. <\/p>\n
The Volunteer Inspection Program will be optional so it won't necessarily raise rent prices. Smith said he hopes what started as a contentious debate this summer, will be something that helps tenants feel safer and landlords feel like the city is on their side. <\/p>\n
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