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CITY OF LINO LAKES
PLANNING & ZONING BOARD MEETING
Wednesday, June 13, 2012
6:30 p.m.
Council Chambers
Please be courteous and turn off all electronic devices during the meeting.
AGENDA
I. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
II. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
III. ELECTION OF CHAIR AND VICE CHAIR
IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: March 14, 2012 and April 16, 2012
V. OPEN MIKE
VI. ACTION ITEMS
• A. PUBLIC HEARING to consider an Interim Use Permit to allow accessory
outdoor storage at 7301 Apollo Court
B. PUBLIC HEARING to consider Amending Section 8 of the Zoning Ordinance
which includes requirements for Industrial Districts
C. PUBLIC HEARING to consider Amending Section 3 of the Zoning Ordinance
regarding requirements for Screening, Landscaping and Buffer Yards
D. Consider Resolution No. 12 -01, Determining Conformance with Comprehensive
Plan, Otter Lake Road Extension Improvement Project
VII. DISCUSSION ITEMS
A. Recap of Urban Land Institute Workshop and Survey Results
VIII. ADJOURN
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Meeting guidelines on reverse side.
City of Lino Lakes Planning & Zoning Board
MEETING GUIDELINES
Open Mike — The purpose of a Board Meeting is to accomplish the business of the city.
When presenting at a meeting please remember to be respectful, and follow these
guidelines:
• Please address the meeting chair.
• State your name and address for the record.
• Please observe a 4- minute limit.
• The topic must relate to city business.
• Open Mike is for items not on the agenda.
• A spokesperson must represent a group of five or more — groups will have 8 minutes.
• The Presiding Officer may limit duplicative presentations.
• Remember, the meeting is to discuss city business only.
Public Hearing - Held as a separate item of business on the agenda. The public hearing
segment is your opportunity to tell the Board how you feel about issues scheduled to be
heard. Typically, a hearing follows these steps:
• The Presiding Officer (Chair or Vice - Chair) will announce the proposal to be reviewed and
ask for the staff report. The presiding Officer shall maintain strict order and etiquette at all
meetings.
• Staff will present their report on the proposal.
• Board members will then ask City Staff questions about the proposal.
• The Presiding Officer will then open up the public hearing for anyone present who wishes to
comment on the proposal. This is the time for the public to make comments or ask questions
about the proposal.
Comments should be limited to four (4) minutes unless further time is granted by the
Presiding Officer. All comments should be directed to the Board as a body and not to any
individual Board Member or City Staff Member unless permission is granted by the Presiding
Officer. No person shall be permitted to enter into any discussion, either directly or through a
member of the Board without the permission of the Presiding Officer.
• After everyone in the audience wishing to speak has given his/her comments, the Presiding
Officer shall close the public hearing.
• The Board will then discuss the proposal. No further public comments are allowed.
• The Board will then make a recommendation(s) and/or a decision.
When you are called upon for your comments, please step to the microphone at the
podium and state your name and address for the record.
Occasionally, the Board may continue a hearing to another meeting before taking action.
Meeting Etiquette
The Planning & Zoning Board must preserve order and decorum while the meeting
is in session. A resident shall not, by conversation or otherwise, delay or interrupt
the proceedings or the business of the Board, nor disturb any resident or Board
Member while speaking or refuse to obey the orders of the Board.
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CITY OF LINO LAKES
PLANNING & ZONING BOARD MINUTES
DATE
TIME STARTED
TIME ENDED
MEMBERS PRESENT .
MEMBERS ABSENT .
STAFF PRESENT
March 14, 2012
6:35 P.M.
6:42 P.M.
Neil Evenson, Robert Nelson, Michael Root,
Paul Tralle (Chair)
Michael Hyden (Vice Chair), Perry Laden
Paul Bengtson, Michael Grochala, Mary Divine
I. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL:
Chair Tralle called the Lino Lakes Planning and Zoning Board rneeting to order at 6:35
p.m. on March 14, 2012.
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APROVAL OF AGENDA
The Agenda 'as approved as presented.
III. SWEARING IN OF BOARD MEMBERS
Mayor Jeff Reinert executed the Oath of Office to newly appointed board member Lou
Masonick and re- appointed bo'k "embers Neil Evenson and Paul Tralle.
IV. ELECTION OF CHAIR AND VICE CHAIR
Election of chair and vice chair was postponed to the next meeting.
V. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
January 11, 2012
Mr. Nelson made a MOTION to approve the January 11, 2012 Meeting Minutes. Motion
was supported by Mr. Root. Motion carried 4 - 0. ( Masonick abstained.)
VI. OPEN MIKE
DRAFT MINUTES
Planning & Zoning Board
March 14, 2012
Page 2
Chair Tralle declared Open Mike at 6:40 p.m.
There was no one present for Open Mike.
Mr. Root made a MOTION to close Open Mike at 6:41 p.m. Motion was supported by
Mr. Evenson. Motion carried 4 - 0.
VII. ACTION ITEMS
A. None
VIII. DISCUSSION ITEMS
A. Discussion with EDAC Members regarding proposed amendment to Industrial
Zoning Districts
A limited number of members were present from the city's Economic Devdk pment
Advisory Committee for this discussion. The attending members held an informal
discussion following adjournment of the P &Z Meeting. This topic will be brought before
the P &Z Board for action at an wing meeting.
IX. ADJOURNMENT iii%
Mr. Root made a MOTION to adjourn e ; r° eting at 4 p.m. Motion was supported
by Mr. Evenson. Motion carried 4 - 0.
Respectfully submitted,
Dawn Buggo
Commuy Developm
DRAFT MINUTES
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CITY OF LINO LAKES
PLANNING & ZONING BOARD MINUTES
SPECIAL WORKSHOP
DATE
TIME STARTED
TIME ENDED
MEMBERS PRESENT
MEMBERS ABSENT
STAFF PRESENT
April 16, 2012
: 6:00 P.M.
: 8 :10 P.M.
: Neil Evenson, Michael Haden (Vice Chair),'
Perry Laden, Robert Nelson, Michael Root,
Paul Tralle (Chair)
: None
: Paul Bengtson, Michael Grochala, Mary Divine
Educational Workshop for Public Officials
"Navigating the New Normal"
Offered by Urban Land Institute (ULI) \
Attendees:
City Council Members
Planning & Zoning"Bpard Members
Economic Deve ent Committee Meyers
City Staff
Panel:
Gordon Hughes, ULI
Cathy Bennett, ULI
Rusty Fifield, Northland Secc
Rick Collins, Ryan Companie
Bill Beard, The Beard Group
Dan Cornejo, Cornejo Consulting
The workshop consisted of a panel discussion and question forum.
The goal of the workshop was to develop a better understanding of:
• The impact of the New Normal on the city, demographic trends, and market preferences.
• The connection between the city's demographics, new market preferences, and future
growth patterns.
• The importance of partnerships between cities and developers.
• Strategies to position the community to be competitive and sustainable, and to attract the
best quality development.
DRAFT MINUTES
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PLANNING AND ZONING BOARD
AGENDA ITEM 6A
STAFF ORIGINATOR: Paul Bengtson
MEETING DATE: June 13, 2012
TOPIC: Public Hearing — Interim Use Permit — Accessory Outdoor
Storage
VOTE REQUIRED: Simple Majority
INTRODUCTION
Lakes Building Components has been operating at 7301 Apollo Court for over a year and a half,
and has been storing materials used in the business outside of the building in violation of the
zoning ordinance during that time. Upon notice of the violation the applicant's requested an
amendment to the zoning ordinance to make accessory outdoor storage an interim use in the
Light Industrial zoning district. Ordinance Number 21 -11 was adopted on November 28, 2011
and went into effect shortly thereafter. An Interim Use Permit application was submitted in 2011
along with the zoning amendment request, but was deemed incomplete by staff. The applicant
submitted the necessary documents to complete the application on May 4, 2012.
SCHEDULE OF ACTIONS:
Planning & Zoning Board (Public Hearing)
City Council
Action Deadline
BACKGROUND
June 13, 2012
June 25, 2012
July 3, 2012
The zoning ordinance includes a category "interim use permits ". The purpose of an interim use
permit is as follows:
Subd. 3. Administration: Interim Use Permits.
A. Purpose and Intent. The purpose and intent of allowing interim uses is:
1. To allow a use for a brief period of time until a permanent location is obtained
or while the permanent location is under construction.
2. To allow a use that is presently judged acceptable by the City Council, but
that with anticipated development or redevelopment, will not be acceptable in
the future or will be replaced in the future by a permitted or conditional use
allowed within the respective district.
3. To allow a use which is reflective of anticipated long range change to an area
and which is in compliance with the Comprehensive Plan provided that said
use maintains harmony and compatibility with surrounding uses and is in
keeping with the architectural character and design standards of existing uses
and development.
Section 2, Subd. 3 of the ordinance includes general standards for all interim use permits. These
require compliance with the submittal requirements, standards and procedures for a conditional
use permit as well. In addition, there are specific standards listed with each individual interim
use in the zoning districts. The Light Industrial zoning district was amended in November of
2011 to includes one interim use: Open and outdoor storage as a principal or accessory use.
The City should make findings on approvals or denials of interim use permits. The following
section of this report lists the standards and criteria that must be met and addresses them as
findings.
FINDINGS
Finding 1. Section 2, Subd. 3.0 of the zoning ordinance includes standards for all interim use
permits. The proposed interim use peniiit complies with these standards as follows:
C. General Standards. An interim use shall comply with the following:
1. Existing Uses. Existing uses shall be in conformance with zoning and
building standards in effect at the time of initial construction and development,
and may not be enlarged or expanded except under the terms for newly
established uses, and shall continue to be governed by such regulations in
the future.
2. New Uses.
a. Meets the standards of a conditional use permit set forth in Section 2, Subd. 2
of this Ordinance.
• The proposed interim use permit for outdoor storage complies with the
conditional use permit standards as discussed in Finding 2.
b. Conforms to the applicable performance standards of this Ordinance.
• The proposed screening plan conforms to the screening requirements of the
ordinance.
c. The use is allowed in an interim use in the respective zoning district.
• The Light Industrial zoning district includes one interim use at Sec. 8, Subd. 1.K.:
open and outdoor storage as a principal or accessory use
d. The date or event that will terminate the use can be identified with certainty.
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• The interim use permit will expire in five (5) years, with the possibility of
extension by the City Council.
e. The use will not impose additional costs on the public if it is necessary for the
public to take the property in the future.
• No additional costs will be borne by the public.
f. The user agrees to any conditions that the City Council deem appropriate for
permission of the use.
• The applicant will be bound by the conditions approved by the City Council. The
City Council has the option of denying the request.
Finding 2. The general standard for interim use permits in Sect. 2, Subd. 3.C.2.a. incorporates
the general standards for all conditional use permits as listed in Section 2, Subd. 2.
The proposed interim use permit complies with these standards as follows:
Subd. 2. Administration: Conditional Use Permits.
B. Procedure.
7. Standards. The Planning and Zoning Board shall recommend a conditional use
permit and the Council shall order the issuance of such permit only if it finds the
following criteria have been met:
a. The proposed development application has been found to be consistent with
the policies and recommendations of the Lino Lakes Comprehensive Plan
including:
1) Land Use Plan.
2) Transportation Plan.
3) Utility (Sewer and Water) Plans.
4) Local Water Management Plan.
5) Capital Improvement Plan.
6) Policy Plan.
7) Natural Environment Plan.
• The site is guided and zoned for industrial use. The proposed activity will not
increase demands on utilities or roadways. Stormwater will be managed
according to City standards. No City capital improvements are needed. No
natural features will be affected.
b. The proposed development application is compatible with present and future
land uses of the area.
• The site is guided and zoned for industrial use.
c. The proposed development application conforms to performance standards
• herein and other applicable City Codes.
• The proposed screening plan conforms to the screening requirements of the
ordinance
d. Traffic generated by a proposed development application is within the
capabilities of the City when level of service (LOS) requirements are met,
roads have the structural capacity to accommodate projected traffic, and
traffic generated will not require City street improvements.
• Traffic will not exceed what is assumed within a Light Industrial zoning district.
8) The City does not relinquish any rights of local determination.
• No such rights are affected.
9) The proposed development shall be served with adequate and safe water
supply.
10)The proposed development shall be served with an adequate and safe
sanitary sewer system.
• The site is currently connected to municipal water and sanitary sewer.
11)The proposed development shall not result in the premature expenditures
of City funds on capital improvements necessary to accommodate the
proposed development.
• No City capital improvements are needed.
e. Will not involve uses, activities, processes, materials, equipment and
conditions of operation that will be detrimental to any persons, property, or the
general welfare because of excessive production of traffic, noise, smoke,
fumes, glare, or odors.
• Adherence to the conditions of approval and City requirements will avoid
negative impacts.
f. Will not result in the destruction, Toss, or damage of a natural, scenic or
historic feature of major importance.
• The site is already developed and has no significant wildlife, wetlands, habitat,
surface waters, or other ecologically sensitive features. The site is not within an
area of high archaeological potential where cultural resources might be found.
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Finding 3. Section 8, Subd. 1.K. of the zoning ordinance includes one interim use in the Light
Industrial zoning district: open and outdoor storage as a principal use. The
proposed interim use permit complies with these specific standards as follows:
Open and outdoor storage as a principal use provided that:
a. A minimum setback of seventy -five (75) feet is provided along abutting
residentially zoned properties.
• The property to the west of this site is zoned R -1 (Single Family Residential) and
the proposed outdoor storage will occur over 100 feet from the adjacent property.
b. The setback shall include a buffer yard not less than twenty (20) feet in width
provided along residentially zoned properties in compliance with Section 3, Subd.
4.Q of this Ordinance.
• The property to the west of this site is zoned R -1 (Single Family Residential) and
there is a buffer yard of over 100 feet in width.
c. All storage is screened from view of neighboring uses and public rights -of -way
via a fence or green belt planting strip or combination thereof in compliance with
Section 3, Subd. 4.Q of this Ordinance.
• Screening is provided via an eight foot high fence with privacy slats and
landscaping materials both existing and proposed.
d. The storage area does not take up parking space or loading space as required
for conformity to this Ordinance.
• The proposed storage area will not take up required parking or loading spaces.
e. All lighting be in compliance with Section 3, Subd. 4.F of this Ordinance.
• No additional lighting is proposed
f. The storage area is fenced and secured in an appropriate manner.
• The proposal includes the addition of an eight foot high fence around the storage
area.
g. The storage area is surfaced in a wear - resistant material determined by the City
Engineer to be suitable to control dust and drainage.
• The storage area will be surfaced with bituminous asphalt.
h. All parking, loading and truck staging activities shall occur on site. On- street
parking and loading associated with the use is prohibited.
• All loading already occurs on site and the parking necessary for the use is already
existing.
i. Noises emanating from the use are in compliance with and regulated by the
State of Minnesota Pollution Control Standards, Minnesota Regulations MPCA
7030, as amended and City Code.
• Noise is not anticipated to exceed current levels.
The use is terminated upon a specified date or the happening of an event as
determined by the City.
• The interim use permit will be effective for five (5) years after the date of
approval with the possibility of extension at the discretion of the City Council.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval of the interim use permit based on the findings above, with the
following conditions:
1. This interim use permit is issued to and applies only to the property at 7301 Apollo Drive.
2. This interim use permit is effective for five (5) years from the date of approval by the City
Council. It shall be reviewed at that time. The City Council can extend it at the Council's
discretion. Without such extension the permit shall expire.
3. Prior to commencing an construction activity authorized by this interim use permit, a permit
or approval must be obtained from the Rice Creek Watershed District. Any conditions or
requirements of the Watershed District approval are included by reference as conditions of
this interim use permit.
4. Stormwater management measures must be implemented to the satisfaction of the City
Engineer before and during activities authorized by this interim use permit.
5. This interim use permit shall be recorded against the property.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Site /Landscape Plan, submitted May 4, 2012
2. Grading /Drainage Plan, submitted May 4, 2012
3. Details /Cross Sections, submitted May 4, 2012
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PLANNING AND ZONING BOARD
AGENDA ITEM 6B
STAFF ORIGINATOR: Paul Bengtson
MEETING DATE: June 13, 2012
TOPIC: Public Hearing — Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment
Industrial Zoning Districts
VOTE REQUIRED: Simple Majority
INTRODUCTION
The City Council engaged the planning consulting company Landform to complete a review of
the existing Industrial Zoning Districts within the zoning ordinance and ensure that the standards
were consistent with the 2030 Comprehensive Plan and ensure a continued quality of
development in the city's industrial districts.
SCHEDULE OF ACTIONS:
P &Z Board / EDAC Discussion April 16, 2012
Planning & Zoning Board (Public Hearing) June 13, 2012
City Council Work Session July 2, 2012
City Council First Reading July 9, 2012
City Council Second Reading July 16, 2012
Publication of Ordinance TBD
Ordinance Effective TBD
Action Deadline Staff initiated, no deadlines
BACKGROUND
Draft language was discussed by the Planning and Zoning Board at the April 16, 2012 meeting,
which was held in conjunction with the Economic Development Advisory Committee. The
comments made by both the advisory boards were collected by staff and considered for inclusion
in the proposed amendment.
Kendra Lindahl, of Landform has prepared the draft ordinance language which is attached. A
memorandum from Ms. Lindahl explains the process Landform has followed and a summary of
the proposed changes. Ms. Lindahl will be presenting the ordinance language.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval of the proposed zoning ordinance text amendment
ATTACHMENTS
1. Memorandum from Kendra Lindahl, Landform
2. Draft ordinance language for Section 8
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TO: Michael Grochala, Community Development Director
FROM: Kendra Lindahl, Landform
DATE: May 31, 2012 for the June 13, 2012 Planning and Zoning Board Meeting
RE: Update to Industrial Zoning District Standards
Background
Landform was asked by the City of Lino Lakes to review the existing Industrial Zoning district
standards in Section 8 of the Zoning Ordinance to ensure that the ordinance standards were
consistent with the recently adopted 2030 Comprehensive Plan, that allowed uses were consistent
with the City vision, goals and policies and that the development standards were appropriate for the
different uses.
We have reviewed the 2030 Lino Lakes Comprehensive Plan, the Zoning Ordinance dated October
2011 and the Redevelopment Task Force Workbook. Additionally, prior to preparing these
recommendations, we met with staff to understand the issues identified previously by the City (staff,
Commissioners and Council members) and we spoke with site selectors and developers to better
understand how the Zoning Ordinance standards could affect their decision to locate in a
community.
Summary of March 14, 2012 Workshop
On March 14th joint Planning and Zoning Board /Economic Development Advisory Committee
meeting, we presented a summary of proposed changes to the industrial zoning district standards to
ensure consistency with the 2030 Comprehensive Plan and ensure a continuation of quality
development that meets market demand.
At that meeting, there was significant discussion about the proposed change to the outside storage
standards. While the majority seemed to be in agreement that this type of use is appropriate in
industrial districts, there were a number of concerns about screening and what constitutes effective
screening. Furthermore, while there was an acknowledgement of the importance of standards to
ensure quality development, there were also comments that the ordinance should not be so
restrictive that it discourages quality businesses from locating in Lino Lakes. Consensus was to
increase the performance standards in exchange for increased opportunities for outside storage.
Many of the concerns related to the standards in the landscape /screening standards in Section 3 of
the Zoning Ordinance. Therefore, after the meeting, staff prepared an update to those standards for
consideration at the June 13th meeting in a separate action.
Landfore, SensiblyG eers and Site to Finish' are registered service marks of Landforro Professional Services LLC.
Additionally, the Commissioners suggested that "Research Laboratories" be defined, so we have
prepared a definition for consideration.
The Commissioners also suggested that Kennels /Pet hotels be added as a conditional use in the
Industrial districts. Therefore, we have added "Commercial Kennels" as a conditional use in both
industrial districts subject to the same standards used elsewhere in the City Code.
Summary of Proposed Changes
We are recommending a number of revisions to the ordinance based on discussions with City staff
and our professional experience writing and implementing ordinances. The proposed changes have
been shown as deleted text in ctriket;, ggh, added text in underline in the attached document.
Background
In our initial meeting with City staff we discussed the City's concerns with the existing Industrial
zoning districts and begin discussion of potential changes to help the City implement their vision.
The following key issues were discussed:
• Non - conforming uses in the Industrial districts
• The challenges specific to the Light Industrial area on Lake Drive (e.g. non - conformities,
proximity to single family residential, lack of municipal sewer and water, zoning that is
inconsistent with Comprehensive Plan)
• Need to balance property owner rights with the rights of adjacent landowners
• Need to analyze the long term goals vs. short term requests
• Need to analyze tax impacts for the city as a whole
• Importance of Lake Drive as a gateway for the City
• Outside storage needs to be clearly addressed, including updated definition of outside
storage to address vehicle parking, dumpsters, display areas, etc.
It is our understanding that there were some in the City who felt that the existing ordinance may
have been overly restrictive and discouraged new businesses from locating in Lino Lakes. Our
experience shows that one of the roles of zoning is to protect property rights of existing landowners
and businesses by maintaining a standard that ensures quality and maintenance of adjacent
properties, which helps to maintain property values. My conversations with site selectors and
developers indicate that few buildings are being built on speculation. The only buildings being built
are for specific tenants and each tenant has specific locational criteria that will drive site selection
more that any zoning standards. The general consensus is that businesses are looking for land as
close to the central cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul as possible and those businesses generally
will not move out from that core until they can find land that is priced to fit their needs. The supply of
industrial land in places like Blaine is diminishing, which will make land in Lino Lakes more
appealing. Throughout the metropolitan area, performance standards have been increased and
businesses seem to understand this baseline expectation has increased over what might have been
acceptable 30 years ago. None of site selectors I spoke to cited Lino Lakes as having an ordinance
that was too restrictive, but all noted the importance of flexibility for users.
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Proposed Revisions
One of the significant changes relates to the general format of the Zoning Ordinance. It is our intent
to make the Industrial district standards clearer with these updates. However, it should be noted that
a future update to Section 3 (general performance standards) will be required in the future to
supplement these updates. The key changes proposed in the LI and GI districts are as follows:
• Eliminated motor fuel stations as an allowed use in both the LI and GI zoning districts. We
believe that these users should be located on commercial property with convenient access.
This will free up the remaining Industrial land for true industrial uses.
• Added new permitted uses, such as research laboratories and trade /business schools in both
LI and GI and food processing in GI. This is reflective of the current economy and is
consistent with the intent of these zoning districts.
• Made accessory indoor retail, rental or service activities an accessory use rather than a
conditional use permit. This provides more flexibility for landowners and eliminates the time -
consuming conditional use permit for these accessory and incidental uses.
• Eliminated redundant standards for conditional uses. If the standard is addressed in the
general performance standards section of the Zoning Ordinance or the Building Code, there
is no reason to repeat those standards and, therefore, they have been eliminated. We
understand that staff plans a future update of the general performance standards in Section
3 of the Zoning Ordinance as well.
• Added Mini - Storage as a conditional use in the LI district (it was already a conditional use in
the GI district). This type of use is commonly located in the light industrial zoning districts
and would be compatible with other allowed uses.
• Added Commercial Kennels as a conditional use in both the LI and GI districts, subject to the
same standards used elsewhere in the City Code.
• A number of changes were made to outside storage standards (for outside storage as an
accessory use). These changes will allow outside storage accessory to the principal use as
an option for more properties in the Industrial zoning districts, but will increase the
performance standards for outside storage:
o Outside storage areas must be completely enclosed in a fenced area and this area
must comply with the structure setbacks for the district. There are currently no
setback requirements for outside storage areas.
o Outside storage may now be allowed adjacent to residential properties, parks,
schools, and businesses provided they meet the structure setback, buffering and
other performance standards. The only prohibition that remains in place is abutting
interstates, and abutting will no longer mean across a right of way.
o Setbacks from residential will be based on the land use classification in the 2030
Comprehensive Plan rather than the Zoning Map classification.
o The ratio of outside storage area to building footprint has been eliminated in the GI
district and reduced from 3.5:1 to 2.5:1 in the LI district.
o Outside storage as a principal use had been eliminated from LI district where it was
previously allowed as an interim use permit.
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Definitions
In addition to the changes to the Industrial district uses and standards, I would suggest the following
new definitions be included in the Ordinance when the City updates Section 1, Subd. 2 (Rules and
Definitions) of the Zoning Ordinance:
Mass Transit Terminal. The property, equipment and improvements owned, used,
constructed, maintained, controlled. or operated to provide mass transportation for
passengers or to provide for the movement of people, including park- and -ride stations,
transfer stations and parking Tots.
Manufacturing. An establishment engaged in the indoor manufacturing, assembly,
fabrication, packaging or other industrial processing of finished parts or products, primarily
from previously prepared materials, or the indoor provision of industrial services, where there
are few external effects across property lines. This term includes but is not limited to a
business engaged in the processing, fabrication, assembly, treatment, or packaging of food,
textile, leather, wood, paper, chemical. plastic, or metal products, but does not include basic
industrial processing from raw materials.
Outside Storag
the everyday operation of the principal use. Also referred to as "outdoor storage." Outdoor
sales lots are not outdoor storage but are distinct uses regulated by this ordinance. The
storage of goods, materials, equipment, manufactured products and similar items not fully
enclosed by a building for a period greater than 24 hours.
We note that the existing ordinance currently uses the terms "outside storage" and "exterior
storage" interchangeably. We recommend that future ordinance updates replace the term
"exterior storage" with "outside storage" for consistency and clarity.
Research Laboratories. A use engaqed in research and development, testing, assembly,
repair, and manufacturing in the following industries: biotechnology, pharmaceuticals,
medical instrumentation or supplies, communications and information technology, electronics
and instrumentation, and computer hardware and software. Office, warehousing,
wholesaling, and distribution of the finished products produced at the site are allowed as part
of this use.
Trade or Business Schools. A specialized instructional establishment that provides on -site
training of business, commercial, and /or trade skills such as accounting, data processing,
and computer repair. This classification excludes establishments providing training in an
activity that is not otherwise permitted in the zone. Incidental instructional services in
conjunction with another primary use shall not be considered a business and trade school.
Wholesale Businesses /Showrooms. An establishment or place of business primarily
engaged in selling and /or distributing merchandise to retailers; to industrial, commercial,
institutional, or professional business users, or to other wholesalers; or acting as agents or
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brokers and buying merchandise for, or selling merchandise to, such individuals or
companies. This is not considered a general commercial use.
Zoning Map
We recommend that the City update the zoning map to be consistent with the adopted 2030 Future
Land Use Map as required by State Statute and to eliminate any confusion about appropriate land
uses on properties. However, this item is not required immediately and can be completed in the
future.
Recommendation
Review and consider adoption of the proposed revisions to the Definitions in Section 1, Subd. 2 (of
the Zoning Ordinance and the Industrial Ordinance standards in Section 8 of the Zoning Ordinance.
Attachments
1. Draft Ordinance Revisions
Revisions to Industrial District Standards (Section 8)
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SECTION 8. INDUSTRIAL DISTRICTS
Subd. 1. LI, Light Industrial District.
A. Purpose. These areas are intended to attract and encourage new light
industrial, high -tech business and professional services, These areas have the
prerequisites for industrial development, but because of proximity to residential
areas or the need to protect certain areas or uses from adverse influences, high
development standards will be necessary. LI uses include service industries and
industries which manufacture, fabricate, assemble or store, where the process is
not likely to create offensive noise, vibrations, dust, heat, smoke, odor, glare, or
other objectionable influences. Generally, these include wholesale, service and
light industries which are dependent upon raw materials refined elsewhere. No
new land shall be zoned LI, Light Industrial unless the site or area lies within the
City's MUSA and sanitary sewer and municipal water is available.
B. Lot and Yard Requirements.
1. Minimum Lot Size.
a. Sewered Lot. One (1) acre.
b. Unsewered Lot. Ten (10) acres in accordance with applicable
provisions of Section 3, Subd. 2. of this Ordinance.
2. Minimum Lot Width. One hundred (100) feet.
3. Setbacks. (The greater of the following:)
a. From Streets.
1) Principal and Accessory Building - Local Street. Thirty (30)
feet.
2) Principal and Accessory Building - Collector or Arterial
Street. Fifty (50) feet.
3) Parking Lot. Fifteen (15) feet.
b. Rear Yard.
1) Principal Building. Fifteen (15) feet.
2) Accessory Building. Ten (10) feet.
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3) Parking Lot. Five (5) feet.
c. Side Yard.
1) Principal Building. Ten (10) feet.
2) Accessory Building. Ten (10) feet.
3) Parking Lot. Five (5) feet.
d. From property guided by the comprehensive plan for residential
developmentResidential District. Seventy-five (75) feet.
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C. Buffer. Where a side or rear lot line in an LI District coincides with an adjacent
public road right-of-way or property guided by the comprehensive plan for
residential or commercial development, a landscape buffer area shall be
provided along such side or rear lot line not less than forty (40) feet in depth and
shall contain landscaping. planting, bermind or other effective screening suitable
to provide an effective screen in compliance with Section 3. Subd. 4,Q.6 of this
Ordinance,
Maximum Building Height
allowed by Section 3. Subd. 4.0.
• No building in the LI District shall be
Forty-five (45) feet in height, except as
E. Maximum Impervious Surface Coverage. In no event shall off street parking
e-ightySeventy-five (8-575) percent of the lot area
percent pervious landscaped area.
F. Building Requirements. All newly constructed industrial buildings shall meet
the exterior building standards of Section 43, Subd. 4.B.4 of this Ordinance.
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G. Permitted Uses. Subject to applicable provisions of this Ordinance, the
following are permitted uses inn the LI District, no building or and shall hereafter
be erected, or structurally altered except for one or more of the following usec.
1 Beverage production and bottling, including public tours of the facilities
and gift shops containing merchandise directly related to the facility.
2. Building material sales.
3. Carpet and rug cleaning.
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4. Community gardens operated by the city.
4.5. Construction - related businesses, including sShops and offices for
contractors inch ding plumbing, heating, glazing, painting, paper hanging,
roofing, ventilating, electrical, carpentry, welding, landscaping, excavating,
ate general contracting and similar uses, including contractor storage of
equipment and building materials if enclosed within a building, but not
storage yards.
6. Feed and seed sales.
6-7. Greenhouses, nurseries.
7.8. Laundry, dry cleaning or dying plant.
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h -ovy (exceeding fifty (50) ton pressure) punch presses, drop forges,
riveting and grinding machines or any equipment which may create noise,
vibration, smoke. odors. heat, or glare. etc., disturbing to adjacent property
occupants.
Manufacturing or assembly of a wide variety of products that produces no
exterior noise, glare, fumes, obnoxious products, by- products, or wastes,
or creates other objectionable impact on the environment, including the
generation of large volumes of traffic.
Fabrication or assembly of small products such as optical
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10. Mass transit terminals.
&-11. Office business— clinic and generaleffis.
4 -0-12. Radio and television stations.
44-13. Recreational business contained entirely within the principal building.
14. Research laboratories
12. Mass transit terminals.
15. Trade or Business schools.
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44-16. Warehousing and distribution facilities but not including truck freight
trucking terminal or mini self- storage facilities per Section 1, Subd. 2.B of
this Ordinance.
x-17. Wholesale businesses/showrooms
16. Community Gardens operated by the city.
H. Accessory Uses. Subject to applicable provisions of this Ordinance, the
following are accessory uses in the LI District:
1. Accessory buildings and structures as regulated by Section 3, Subd. 4.D.
10 of this Ordinance.
-2. Accessory indoor retail, rental or service activities other than that allowed
as a permitted or conditional use within the Light Industrial zoning district,
provided such use is related and accessory to a principle use allowed
within the Light Industrial zoning district.
2.3. Fences as regulated by Section 3, Subd. 4.R of this Ordinance.
3 4. Off - street loading as regulated by Section 3, Subd. 6. of this Ordinance.
4.5. Off - street parking as regulated by Section 3, Subd. 5. of this Ordinance.
5.6. Radio and television receiving antennas, satellite dishes, TVROs three (3)
meters or less in diameter, short-wave dispatching antennas, or those
necessary for the operation of electronic equipment including radio
receivers, ham radio transmitters and television receivers as regulated by
Section 3, Subd. 45-14 of this Ordinance.
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7.8. Brewer taprooms accessory to a malt liquor beverage production and
bottling facility.
8-9. Liquor sales, on sale through brewer taprooms and off sale pursuant to
Minnesota Statutes section 340A.301, subdivision 7(b), all accessory to a
malt liquor beverage production and bottling facility.
Conditional Uses. Subject to applicable provisions of this Ordinance, the
following are conditional uses in the LI District: These uses require a
conditional use permit based on criteria and procedures outlined in Section 2,
Subd. 2. of this Ordinance.
1. Accessory, indoor retail, rental, or service activity other than that allowed
as a permitted use or conditional use within this section, provided that:
Such uCc does not constitute more than thirty (30) percent of th
gees floor area of the principal building.
Automobile and truck repair provided that:
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influence within a reasonable distance of the lot.
All building materials and construction including
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The entire area other than occupied by buildings or structures or
planting shall be surfaced with bituminous or concrete which will
control dust and drainage. The entire area shall have a perimeter
approval of the City Engineer.
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an enclosed trash receptacle arca in conformance with tho
the principal building.
2) The enclosed trash receptacle area shall be located in th
3) The trash enclosure must be in an accessible location for
pick up hauling vehicles.
4) The trash enclosure must be fully screened from view of
a. All painting must be conducted in an approved paint booth per
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g. The emission of odor by a use shall be in compliance with and
regulated by the State of Minnesota Pollution Control Standards,
Minnesota Regulations APC, as amended.
b. h. All flammable materials, including liquids and rags, shall conform
with the applicable provisions of the Minnesota Uniform Fire Code.
cc i. All outside storage shall be prohibited except the storage of
customer vehicles waiting for repair.
of this Ordinance and a loading area or berth sha t! be provided in
conformance with Section 3, Subd. 6. of this Ordinance.
when the- Council, upon investigation in relation to a form request,
finds that the general welfare and public betterment can be served
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2. 3, Commercial and Public Radio and Television Transmitting
Antennas, and Public Utility Microwave Antennas greater than forty -five
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(45) feet in height and less than two hundred (200) feet in height as
regulated by Section 3, Subd. 4-5-14 of this Ordinance.
Commercial Kennels, provided that:
a. The applicable provisions of Chapter 503 are determined to be
satisfied.
b. Cages, enclosures and housing facilities shall be at least five
hundred (500) feet from any residential property line.
c. An enclosed indoor or exterior exercise area shall be provided to
accommodate the periodic exercising of animals boarded at the
kennel. Exterior exercise areas shall be enclosed by an eight (8)
foot high solid fence.
d. All animals shall be housed indoors for overnight boarding.
4. Mini self-storage facilities provided that:
a. No single building shall be greater than one hundred fifty (150) feet in
length.
b. If an "on-premises" caretaker dwelling unit is provided on site,
construction of said dwelling unit shall conform to all design standard
regulations for multiple family dwelling units of the Minnesota State
Building Code.
c. No retailing. wholesaling, manufacturing, repair, or other such activity
other than storage is to occur within the mini self-storage facility.
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illustration of all building elevations shall be submitted,
2) The architectural appearance, scale, and functional plan of
All sides of the principal and accessory structures are to
have essentially the same or a coordinated harmonious
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Ordinance.
1) Exterior wall treatments like brick, stone (natural or artificial),
decorative concrete block and stucco shall be used.
5) Earth tone colors of exterior materials including the canopy
defined as any various soft colors like those found in nature
in soil, vegetation, etc., such colors arc li -nitcd to brown,
black, gray, tan, beige, brick red, soft green, soft blue, or
white.
Ten (10) percent of the building facade may contain
contrasting colors. Contrasting colors shall be those color:
not be illuminated.
pump island(s), as an accessory structure. The canopy shall meet
1) The edge of the canopy shall be thirty (
0) feet or more from
both on site and off site is maintained.
2) The canopy shall not exceed eighteen (18) feet in height and
must provide fourteen (14) feet of clearance to accommodate
a semi trailer truck parsing underneath.
3) The canopy fascia shall not exceed three (3) feet in vertical
height.
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6) Signage may be allowed on a detached canopy in lieu of wall
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1) Pump islands shall be elevated six (6) inches above the
traveled surface of the site.
2) All pump islands shall be set at least thirty (30) feet back
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e. Dust Control and Drainage. The entire site other than taken up by
drainage. shall be subject to approval of the City Engineer.
Drainage from all fueling areas shall be directed to an oil /grit
separator. Minimum design standards for the oil /grit separator shall
1) A minimum of four hundred (400) cubic feet of permanent
pool storage capacity per acre of drainage area.
2) A minimum pool depth of four ('1) feet.
3) A minimum oil containment capacity of eight hundred (800)
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maintenance of all landscaping, including within the
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Exterior Lighting. The lighting shall be accomplished in such a way
as to have no direct source of light visible from adjacent and in
residential use or from the public right of way and shall be in
compliance with Section 3, Subd. 4,F of this Ordinance. A
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1) Canopy Lighting. Canopy lighting shall only be permitted
under the canopy structure, and consist of canister spotlights
recessed into the canopy. No portion of the light source or
fixture may extend below the ceiling of the canopy. Tip
hundred fifteen (115) foot candles at ground level.
2) Perimeter Lighting. Lighting at the periphery of the site and
building shall be directed downward, and individual lights
shall not exceed fifteen (15) foot candles at ground level.
3) Illumination. Maximum site illumination shall not exceed
four tenths (.'1) foot candle at ground level when measured at
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any public property.
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truck. Designated loading areas must be exclusive of off street
parking stalls and drive aisles, A site plan must be provided to
illustrate ad quate turning radius, using appropriate engineering
tem es
Parking.
use(s) and the
quare footage of the principal building(s).
2) Parking spaces shall be screened from abutting residential
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Noise, Public address system shall not be audible at any property
line. Play of music or advertis ment from the public address
Outside Storage, Sales and Service. No outside storage or sales
shall be allowed, except as follows:
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1) Public phones may be located on site as long as they do not
interrupt on site traffic circulation, and are not located in a
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Large, bulk sale propane tanks must meet all applicable
b ilding and fire code requirements.
3) A compressed air se ice area may be located on site as
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the principal use and limited in area to twenty five (25)
percent of the gross floor area of the principal building.
Litter Control. The operation shall be responsible for Utter control
Additional Stipulations. Al! conditions pertaining to a specific site
are subject to change when the Council, upon investigation in
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betterment can be served as well or better by modifying
expanding the conditions set forth herein.
5. Open and outdoor storage (not outdoor sales lots) as an accessory
use provided that:
a. The designated storage area shall comply with all building setback
requirements for the district,
b. a. The storage area is landscaped and screened from view of
neighboring uses, properties guided by the comprehensive plan for
residential development , and public rights-of-
way via a fence and greenbelt planting strip, in accordance with per
Section 3, Subd. 4.Q.6 of this Ordinance.
c. The entire storage area is fenced and secured in an appropriate
manner.
b. Storage area is fenced in a manner approved by the City.
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d. &—The sStorage area is blacktopped or concrete surfaced,. unless an
alternative wear-resistant material is determined by the City Engineer
to be suitable to control dust and drainage and is specifically approved
by the City Council.
d. All lighting shall be in compliance with Section 3, Subd. 1.F of this
Ordinance or other lighting standards in place at the time of project
approval.
e. e. The storage area does not take up parking space or loading space
as required for conformity to this Ordinance and is not located in the
front yards.
f. The property shall not abut property zoned for residential, rural, or
business use, including land in a neighboring city. 'Abutting" includes
across a street. "Abutting" does not include properties that touch only
fg—The property shall not abut 1-35W or 1-35E.
h. The storage ar-a shall not abut a school or a public park.
q. 1. The ratio of storage area to building footprint shall not exceed
a,h. All parking, loading and truck staging activities shall occur on site.
On-street parking and loading associated with the use is prohibited.
i. Storage shall not include material considered hazardous under Federal
or State Environmental Law.
6. 6. Veterinary Hospitals provided that:
a. All areas in which animals are confined are located indoors and are
properly soundproofed from adjacent properties.
b. Animal carcasses are properly disposed of in a manner not utilizing
on-site garbage facilities or incineration and the carcasses are
properly refrigerated during periods prior to disposal.
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c. An indoor animal kennel is permitted as a use accessory to the
veterinary hospital provided that:
1) The number of animals boarded shall not exceed forty (40).
2) An enclosed indoor or exterior exercise area shall be
provided to accommodate the periodic exercising of animals
boarded at the kennel. Exterior exercise areas shall be
limited to a maximum of twenty -five (25) percent of the gross
floor area of the principal use.
3) A ventilation system shall be designed so that no odors or
organisms will spread between wards or to the outside air
and will be capable of completely exchanging internal air at a
rate of at least twice per hour. Air temperature must be
maintained between 60 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit.
4) A room separate from the kennel area shall be provided of
sufficient size to adequately separate animals that are sick
or injured from healthy animals.
5) Indoor animal kennel floors and walls shall be made of non-
porous materials or sealed concrete to make it non - porous.
6) Animal wastes shall be flushed down an existing sanitary
sewer system or enclosed in a container of sufficient
construction to eliminate odors and organisms and shall be
properly disposed of at least once a day.
d. The appropriate license is obtained from the City and the conditions
of Chapter 503 relating to the keeping of animals are satisfactorily
met.
e. All State Health Department and Minnesota Pollution Control
Agency requirements for such facilities are met.
J. Uses by Administrative Permit. Subject to applicable provisions of this
Ordinance, the following uses are allowed by administrative permit, as may be
approved by the Zoning Administrator:
1. Personal wireless service antennas as secondary uses as regulated by
Section 3, Subd. 414 of this Ordinance.
2. Telecommunication towers as regulated by Section 3, Subd. 4-5-14 of this
Ordinance.
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3. Temporary mobile towers as regulated by Section 3, Subd. x-5-14 of this
Ordinance.
4. Open Air Markets.
5. Transient Merchants.
6. Accessory outdoor dining or seating facilities intended for consumption of
food or beverages purchased on site, provided that requirements of
Section 3, Subd. 15 are met.
K. Interim Uses. Subject to applicable provisions of this Ordinance, the following
are interim uses in the LI District and are governed by Section 2, Subd. 3 of this
Ordinance:
1. Open and outdoor storage as a principal or accessory use provided that:
a. A minimum setback of cventy five (75) feet is provided along
feet in width provided along resid
ntially zoned prope
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All storage is screened from view of neighboring uses and public
rights of way via a fence or green belt planting strip or combination
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d. The storage area does not take up parking space or loading space
as required for conformity to this Ordinance,
f. The storage area is fenced and secured in an appropriate manner.
The storage area is surfaced in a wear resistant material
drainage.
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Noises emanating from the use are in compliance with and
regulated by the State of Minnesota Pollution Control Standards;
Minnesota Regulations MPC 7030, as amended and City Codc.
The use is terminated upon a specified date or the happening of an
Temporary Batch Plants.
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A. Purpose. These are areas which, because of availability to thoroughfares,
suitable topography, and isolation, are appropriate for industrial uses of a more
intense nature and ones which may have certain nuisance characteristics. No
new land shall be zoned GI, General Industrial unless the site or area lies within
the City's MUSA and sanitary sewer and municipal water is available.
B. District, Lot and Yard Requirements.
1. Minimum Lot Size.
a. Sewered Lot. One (1) acre.
b. Unsewered Lot. Ten (10) acres in accordance with applicable
provisions of Section 3, Subd. 2. of this Ordinance.
2. Minimum Lot Width. One hundred (100) feet.
3. Setbacks. (The greater of the following:)
a. From Streets.
1) Principal and Accessory Building - Local Street. Fifty (50)
feet.
2) Principal and Accessory Building - Collector or Arterial
Street. Fifty (50) feet.
3) Parking Lot. Fifteen (15) feet.
b. Rear Yard.
1) Principal Building. Fifteen (15) feet.
2) Accessory Building. Ten (10) feet.
3) Parking Lot. Five (5) feet.
c. Side Yard.
1) Principal Building. Ten (10) feet.
2) Accessory Building. Ten (10) feet.
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3) Parking Lot. Ten (10) feet.
d. From property guided by the comprehensive plan for residential
developmentResidential District. One hundred (100) feet.
C. Buffer. Where a side or rear lot line in a Gl District coincides with an adjacent
public road right-of-way or property guided by the comprehensive plan for
residential or commercial development. a landscape buffer area shall be
provided along such side or rear lot line not less than forty (40) feet in depth and
shall contain landscaping, planting, berminq or other effective screening suitable
to provide an effective visual screen in compliance with Section 3. Subd. 4.Q.6 of
this Ordinance.
CD. Maximum Building Height
allowed by Section 3, Subd. 4.C.
Forty-five (45) feet4n-h4i-t, except as
E. Maximum Impervious Surface Coverage. In no event shall off street parking
space, structures of any type, buildings, or other features cover more than
etg-h-tySeventy-five (4575) percent of the lot area resulting in loos than fifteen (15)
E. Buffer. Where a side or r-ar lot line in a GI District coincides with an adjacent
residential or commercial district, or public road right of way, a landscape buffer
F Building Requirements. All newly constructed industrial buildings shall meet
the exterior building standards of Section 3, Subd. 4.B.4 of this Ordinance.
G. Permitted Uses. Subject to applicable provisions of this Ordinance, the
following are permitted uses, itn the GI District:, no building or land shall be used
and no building shall be erected, converted, or structurally altered unless
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and gift shops containing merchandise directly related to the facility.
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Commercial (production) bakery.
4. Community gardens operated by the city.
5. 3. Construction - related businesses, including sShops and offices for
contractors including plumbing, heating, glazing, painting, paper hanging,
roofing, ventilating, electrical, carpentry, welding, landscaping, excavating,
a-ad- general contracting and similar uses, including contractor storage of
equipment and building materials if enclosed within a building, but not
storage yards.
Feed and seed sales.
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5,----Greenhouses, nurseries.
8. 6. Laundry, dry cleaning or dying plant.
7. Machine shops and metal products manufacturing when not
create noise, vibration, smoke, odors, hea t. or glare, etc., d- sturbing to
adjacent property occupants.
9. 8. Manufacturing or assembly of a wide variety of products that
produces no exterior noise, glare, fumes, obnoxious products, by-
products, or wastes, or creates other objectionable impact on the
environment, including the generation of large volumes of traffic.
Example, of such uses are:
pharmaceutical, =dice
b. Printing and publish. ng.
10. Mass transit terminals.
11. 9. Professional officesOffice business— clinic and general.
upplies, and equipment.
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12, 10. Radio and television stations.
11. Mass transit terminals.
13. 12, Warehousing and distribution facilities not including truck
freight transfer stations or mini self-storage facilities per Section 1, Subd.
14. 13. Wholesale businesses/showroomsWholesale businesses and
offi ces.
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H. Accessory Uses. Subject to applicable provisions of this Ordinance, the
following are accessory uses in the GI District:
1. Accessory buildings and structures as regulated by Section 3, Subd.
10 of this Ordinance.
2. Accessory indoor retail, rental or service activities other than that allowed
as a permitted or conditional use within the General Industrial zoning
district, provided such use is related and accessory to an allowed principal
use in the district.
3 Crude oil, gasoline or other liquid storage tanks (not including bulk
propane at motor fuel stations for providing service to the general public)
where related and accessory to an allowed principal use in the district.
2,4. Fences as regulated by Section 3, Subd. 4.R of this Ordinance.
3.5. Off-street loading as regulated by Section 3, Subd. 6. of this Ordinance.
4-6. Off-street parking as regulated by Section 3, Subd. 5. of this Ordinance.
5.7. Radio and television receiving antennas, satellite dishes, TVROs three (3)
meters or less in diameter, short-wave dispatching antennas, or those
necessary for the operation of electronic equipment including radio
receivers, ham radio transmitters and television receivers as regulated by
Section 3, Subd. 4.-5-.14 of this Ordinance.
643. Signs as regulated by the city sign ordinance. Ord. No. 12 97, as
3RzieReie€1,Chapter 1010 of the City Code.
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7.9. Brewer taprooms accessory to a malt liquor beverage production and
bottling facility.
8-10. Liquor sales, on sale through brewer taprooms and off sale pursuant to
Minnesota Statutes section 340A.301, subdivision 7(b), all accessory to a
malt liquor beverage production and bottling facility.
Conditional Uses. Subject to applicable provisions of this Ordinance, the
following are conditional uses in the GI District =These uses require a
conditional use permit based on the criteria and procedures outlined in Section 2,
Subd. 2 of this Ordinance.
! . Accessory, indoor retail, rental. or service activity other than that allowed
allowed within the LI District.
b. Such use does not constitute more than thirty (30) percent of the
Automobile and truck repair provided that:
a. The architectural appearance and functional plan of the building
and cite shall not be so di °similar to the existing buildings or ar -a
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'trials and construction including those ofccessory
this Ordinance.
approved landscape plan.
d. The entire -arca other than occupied by buildings or structures or
planting shall be surfaced with bituminous or concrete which will
control dust and drainage. The entire arca shall have a perimeter
curb barrier, a storm water drainage system and is subject to the
approval of the City Engineer.
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1) Exterior wall treatment shall be similar and /or complement
the principal building.
2) The enclosed trash recr'ptacle area shall be located in the
3) The trash enclosure must be in an accessible location for
pick up hauling vehicles.
/l) The trash enclosure must be fully screened from view of
adjacent properties.
a. f --All painting must be conducted in an approved paint booth per
Section 3, Subd. H.
operation shall thoroughly control the emission of fumes, dust or other
particulated matter so that the use shall be in compliance with the
State of Minnesota Pollution Control Standards, Minnesota Regulation
APC 1 15, as amended.
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The emission of odor by a use shall be in compliance with and
regulated by the State of Minnesota Pollution Control Standard,
Minnesota Regulations APC, as amended.
b. h. All flammable materials, including liquids and rags, shall conform
withto the applicable provisions of the Minnesota Uniform Fire Code.
c_+. All outside storage shall be prohibited except the storage of
customer vehicles waiting for repair. The storage of damaged
Off street parking shall be in conformance with Section 3, Subd. 5.
conformance with Section 3, Subd. 6. of this Ordinance.
when the Council, upon investigation in relation
o a form request;
2. 3. Commercial and Public Radio and Television Transmitting
Antennas, and Public Utility Microwave Antennas greater than forty -five
(45) feet in height and less than two hundred (200) feet in height as
regulated by Section 3, Subd. 15 of this Ordinance.
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Concrete product plants, building materials production and similar
uses provided that:
a. All applicable
nnesot3 Pollution Control Agency requirements are
b. A drainage system subject to the approval of the City Engineer shall
be installed.
a. G--Storage areas are landscaped, fenced and screened from view of
neighboring uses, properties guided by the comprehensive plan for
residential or commercial development,
districts and public rights-of-way in compliance with Section 3, Subd.
4.S 0.6 of this Ordinance.
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d. Vehicular aocc&s points shall create a minimum of conflict with
through traffic movement and s all be subject to approval of thc
City Engineer,
water pollution.
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when the Council, upon investigation in relation to a forma! request,
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well or better by modifying the conditions.
5. Crude oil, gasoline or other liquid storage tanks as an accessory use not
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A drainage system subject to the approval of the City Engineer
shall be installed.
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through traffic movemen
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and shall be subject to approval of the
dine or other liquid storage tanks shall be located
boundary lines and setback one hundred fifty (150) feet from any
adjoining residential zoning district. No tanks shall be permitted in
arca. Storage o
any kind is prohibited in said open area, except
be set back ten (1 0) feet from any storage tank.
not limited to, parking, driveway, curb cuts and loading area.
A wire weavelchain link security fence shall be required around all
storage tanks. The location of said fence shall be as p
Uniform Fire Code.
j, Storage sites shall be accessible by service and emergency
vehicles.
k. All filling values of the storage tanks shall be enclosed and have
locking devices.
A warning sign shall be required for every tank and shall be placed
dangerous material is stored therein, and that no smoking
requirements must be observed or a sufficient warning to that
effect. Said cignagc may not exceed four (4) square feet nor may it
pollution.
when
ho Council; upon investigation in relation to
f
ma l request,
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4. Commercial Kennels, provided that:
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e. The applicable provisions of Chapter 503 are determined to be
satisfied.
f. Cages, enclosures and housing facilities shall be at least five
hundred (500) feet from any residential property line.
q. An enclosed indoor or exterior exercise area shall be provided to
accommodate the periodic exercising of animals boarded at the
kennel. Exterior exercise areas shall be enclosed by an eight (8)
foot high solid fence.
h. Al! animals shall be housed indoors for overnight boarding.
5. 6. Manufacture of materials, including but not limited to, rubber,
corrosive acids, petroleum and chemical products, which pose potential
health and safety risks and which when produced give off potentially
noxious odors, provided that:
a. All applicable Minnesota Pollution Control Agency requirements aro
caticfactorily met.
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c. Storage ar-as are landscaped, fenced and screened from view of
neighboring uses, abutting residential zoning districts and publi
rights of way in compliance with Section 3, Subd. 4.0.
d. Vehicular access points shall create a minimum of conflict with
through traffic movement and shall be subject to approval of the
City Engineer.
e. Provisions are made to control and minimize noise, air and water
pollution.
f. Exterior liquid storage tanks shall comply with the standards of
Section 8. Subd. 2.1.5 of this Ordinance:
fic site are subject to change
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Mini self- storage facilities provided that:
a. At l -ast twenty five (25) percent of the site is open green space
plan approved by the City Council.
No buildings shall be located closer than twenty five (25) feet to
a--No single building shall be greater than one hundred fifty (150) feet
in length.
d. Adequate space is provided for snow storage.
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All storage buildings are to be equipped with an approved fire
suppression system which will be subject to review and approval of the
City Building Official and the Fire Department.
Every two thousand (2,000) square feet of the storage structure is to
All driveways and parking areas are to be hard (blacktop or concrete)
to be maintained throughout the site. Designated snow storage space
b. i. If an "on- premises" caretaker dwelling unit is provided on site,
construction of said dwelling unit shall conform to all design standard
regulations for multiple family dwelling units of the Minnesota State
Building Code.
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right of way, park. or similar public use ar -as shall be of brick, natural
stone, wood, or stucco facing material.
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c. retailing, wholesaling, manufacturing, repair, or other such
activity other than storage is to occur within the
warehousingmini self- storage facility.
Motor fuel stations provided that:
a. Motor Fuel Fa-citifies. Motor fuel facilities shall be installed in
accordance with State and City standards. Additionally; adequate
space shall be provided to access fuel pumps and allow
maneuverability around the pumps. Underground fuel storage
transports and unloading operations which do not conflict with
circulation, access and other activities on the site. Fuel pumps shall
be installed on pump islands.
1) As a part of the conditional use permit application, a color
illustration of all building elevations shall be submitted.
the building(s) and canopy shall be complementary and
have essentia
y the same or a coordinated harmonious
Ordinance.
decorative concrete block and stucco shall be used
in soil, vegetation; etc., s>"ch colors are limited to brown,
black, gray, tan, beige, brick red, soft green, soft blue, or
white.
6) Ten (10) percent of the building facade may contain
contrasting colors. Contrasting colors shall be those colors
not defined as earth tones. The canopy may have
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accumulative width of four (4) inches. The color bands shall
not be illuminated.
Canopy. A protective canopy structure may be located over the
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the following performance standards:
1) The edge of the canopy shall be thirty (30) feet or more from
both on site and off site is maintained.
2) The canopy shall not exceed eighteen (18) feet in height and
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a semi trailer truck passing underneath.
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into the canopy. No po
ion of the light source or fixture may
candles below the canopy at ground level.
5) The architectural design, colors, and character of the canopy
shall be consistent with the principal building on -the site.
6) Sign3ge may be allowed on a detached canopy i-n lieu of wall
a) The individual canopy
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d. Pump Islands. Pump islands shall comply with the following
1) Pump islands shall be elevated six (6) inches above the
traveled surface of the site.
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2) All pump islands shall be set at least thirty (30) feet back
from any property line. Additionally, the setback between the
pump islands curb face must be at !cast twenty four (24) feet.
a building, structure, or plantings shall be surfaced with asphalt,
concrete, cobblestone, or paving brick. Plans for surfacing and
drainage shall be subject to approval of t c City Engineer.
Drainage from all fueling areas shall be directed to an oil /grit
include the following:
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2) A minimum pool depth of four (1) feet.
3) A minimum oil containment capacity of eight hundred (800)
gallons.
4) Minimum maintenance /inspection of two (2) times per yeiar
and /or after measurable spill events. A m asurable spill
vent must be reported to the
(MPCA). Any measurable spit
MPCA.
Landscaping.
1) At least twenty five (25) per ent of the lot, parcel or tract of
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streets or residential property.
2) At the boundaries of the lot, the following landscape^ area
than five (5) feet wide shall be landscaped in
compliance with Section 3, Subd. 1.Q of this
Orrd+n a nt
b) From all road rights of way, an area of not lees than
fifteen (15) feet wide shall be landscaped in
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compliance with Section 3, Subd. 4,0 of this
Ordinna-nce-
Where lots abut residentially zoned property, a buffer
yard of not less than twenty (20) feet wide shall be
The property owner shall be responsible for
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Exterior Lighting. The lighting shall be accomplished in such a way
as to have no direct source of light visible from adjacent land in
residential use or from the public right of way and shall be in
compliance with Section 3, Subd. 4.F of this Ordinance. A
conditional use permit application, and shall be subject to the
following performance standards:
1) Canopy Lighting. Canopy lighting shall only be permitted
under the canopy structure, and consist of canister spotlights
recessed into the canopy. No portion of the light source or
fixture may extend below the bottom face of the canopy.
Total canopy illumination below the canopy may not exceed
one hundred fiftean (115) foot candles at ground level.
2) Perimet r Lighting. Lighting at the periphery of the site and
building shall be directed downward, and individual lights
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any public property.
conflict with through traffic movement and shall comply with
Section 3, Subd. 5 of this Ordinance.
Circulation and Loading. The site design must accommodate
adequate turning radius and vertical clearance for a semi trailer
truck. Designated loading areas must be exclusive of off street
parking stalls and drive aisles. A site plan must be provided to
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illustrate adequate turning radius, using appropriate engineering
Parking.
usc(s) and the square footage of the principal building(s).
2) Parking spaces shall be screened from abutting residential
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Noise. Public address system shall not be audible at any property
Outside Storage, Sales and Service. No outside storage or sales
shall be allowed, except as follows:
or
yard abutting residentially zoned property.
2) Propane sales of twenty (20) pound capacity tanks may be
locker and meet all State Uniform Building and Fire Codes.
Large, bulk sale pro•ane tanks must meet all applicable
A compressed air service area may be located on site as
long as it does not interrupt on site traffic circulation.
/!) Outside services, sales; and equipment rental accessory to
percent of the gross floor area of the principal building.
Litter Control. The operation shall be responsible for litter control
on the subject property, which 's to occur on a daily basis. Trash
facilitate litter control.
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relation to a formal request,
inds that the general welfare and
7 9. Open and outdoor storage (not outdoor sales lots) as an accessory
use provided that:
a. The designated storage area shall comply with all building setback
requirements for the district.
a,b. The storage area is landscaped and screened from view of
neighboring uses, properties guided by the comprehensive plan for
residential developmentresidential zoning districts, and public rights-of-
way via a fence and greenbelt planting strip, in accordance withpe-F
Section 3, Subd. 4.Q.6 of this Ordinance.
c. The entire storage area is fenced and secured in an appropriate
manner.
b. Storage area is fenced in a manner approved by the City.
bd. The storage area is blacktopped or concrete surfaced. unless an
alternative wear-resistant material is determined by the City Engineer
to be suitable to control dust and drainage and is specifically approved
by the City Council Storage arca is blacktopped or concrete surfaced
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approval,
a-a. The storage area does not take up parking space or loading space
as required for conformity to this Ordinance and is not located in the
front yards.
across a street, "Abutting" does not include properties tha
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q. All parking, loading and truck staging activities shall occur on site.
On- street parking and loading associated with the use is prohibited.
h. Storage shall not include material considered hazardous under Federal
or State Environmental Law.
10. Refuse /garbage collection transfer stations provided that:
a. a. No refuse or garbage shall be stored or in any way disposed of on
the site.
b. 11 The storage of refuse or garbage in the front yard shall be
prohibited.
G. Vehicle parking and storage areas are screened from view of
neighboring uses, abutting residential zoning districts and public rights
material with curb and gutter
o control dust and shat
be screened
c. e. The site shall be maintained free of litter and any other undesirable
materials and will be cleaned of loose debris on a daily basis.
d. f—One (1) off - street parking space shall be provided for each
commercial vehicle operated by the business. Parking requirements
will otherwise be as mandated by the provisions of Section 3, Subd. 5.
of this Ordinance.
e. g, All in bound and out bound trucks and equipment, excluding
mpioyee's personal vehicles, shall be restricted to
designated routes established by the City, except for times when
providing collection service to customers within the City limits.
f. 14--The hours of operation shall be limited as necessary to minimize
the effects of nuisance factors such as traffic, noise, and glare upon
any existing neighboring residential uses, or residential zoning districts.
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Provisions are made to control and minimize noise, air and water
All conditions pertaining to a specific site are subject to change when
the Council, upon investigation in relation to a for al request, finds that
the general welfare or public betterment can be served as well or
9. 11. Trucking terminals provided that:
a. Vehicular access points shall be located along arterial streets and
shall be limited and designed and constructed to create a minimum
of conflict with through traffic movement.
b. A drainage system subject to the approval of the City Engineer
Vehicular access points shall create a minimum of conflict with
City Engineer.
pollution.
finds tha
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J. Uses by Administrative Permit. Subject to applicable provisions of this
Ordinance, the following uses are allowed by administrative permit, as may be
approved by the Zoning Administrator:
1. Personal wireless service antennas as secondary uses as regulated by
Section 3, Subd. -4-5-14 of this Ordinance.
2. Telecommunication towers as regulated by Section 3, Subd. 4-5-14 of this
Ordinance.
3. Temporary mobile towers as regulated by Section 3, Subd. 4 -5-14 of this
Ordinance.
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4. Open Air Markets.
5. Transient Merchants.
6. Accessory outdoor dining or seating facilities intended for consumption of
food or beverages purchased on site, provided that requirements of
Section 3, Subd. 15 are met.
K. Interim Uses. Subject to applicable provisions of this Ordinance, the following
are interim uses in the GI District:
1. Temporary Batch Plants.
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PLANNING AND ZONING BOARD
AGENDA ITEM 6C
STAFF ORIGINATOR: Paul Bengtson
MEETING DATE: June 13, 2012
TOPIC: Public Hearing: Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment
Section 3.4.Q Landscaping and Screening
VOTE REQUIRED: Simple Majority
INTRODUCTION
The City Council engaged the planning consulting firm Stantec (formerly Bonestroo) to
complete a review of the existing Landscaping section of the zoning ordinance as part of the
2030 Comprehensive Plan update process. This work was completed over a year ago, but was
not adopted as the City Council had not yet adopted the 2030 Comprehensive Plan.
The Planning and Zoning Board and the City Council have reviewed the proposed language
previously, but staff updated portions of the proposed language as part of the comprehensive
review of Industrial Zoning Districts and outdoor storage uses.
SCHEDULE OF ACTIONS:
Planning & Zoning Board (Public Hearing) June 13, 2012
City Council Work Session July 2, 2012
City Council First Reading July 9, 2012
City Council Second Reading July 16, 2012
Publication of Ordinance TBD
Ordinance Effective TBD
Action Deadline Staff initiated, no deadlines
BACKGROUND
The proposed language follows the same format that the Planning and Zoning Board saw
previously, however the language has been simplified and shortened to make it easier for staff to
enforce and for developers /residents to understand.
The landscaping requirements are still composed of five distinct standards: Canopy Cover,
Foundation Landscaping, Open Area Landscaping, Buffer and Screen, and Boulevard Trees.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff is recommending approval of the proposed language.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Draft ordinance language for Section 3.4.Q
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Q Landscaping, Screening and Tree Preservation Standards
1. Purpose. To establish landscaping and tree preservation standards to
promote high quality site development, compatibility of uses, biodiversity,
tree preservation, and to enhance the health, safety and general welfare
of the residents of the community.
a. Definitions. For the purpose of the Landscaping, Screening and
Tree Preservation Standards, the following definitions shall apply:
Basic Use Area. Area dedicated to site's use, including buildings,
parking, loading, driveways, streets, outbuildings, trash enclosures,
utilities, landscaping, and grading necessary for the construction of
the above uses. Surface water detention ponds are not part of the
basic use area.
Biodiversity. The variety, distribution and abundance of living
organisms in an ecosystem.
Damage. Action or inaction which does not follow good
arboriculture practices. Damage may include damage inflicted
upon roots by machinery, changing the natural grade above the
root system or around the trunk, destruction of the natural shape or
any action which causes infection, infestation or decay.
DBH. Diameter at breast height, typically measured at 4' -6' above
the ground.
Detention Area. Area of a detention pond from the normal water
level and up the side slopes to 10' offset from the high water level.
Disturbance. Any construction, development, removals, earth
movement, clearing or other similar activity.
Drip Line. Imaginary line on the ground that is extended straight
downward from the outermost edge of the canopy.
Foundation Landscape Zone. Within 15' of the building.
Invasive Species. A plant non - native to the local ecosystem which
exhibits, or has the potential to exhibit, uncontrolled growth and
invasion or alteration of the natural functions of any native habitat.
Large Shrub. Large shrubs have a mature height over 6'.
Large Tree. Over story deciduous trees with a mature height of at
least 40'.
Medium Shrub. Medium shrubs have a mature height of 3' -6'.
Medium Tree. Deciduous trees with a mature height over 18' and
up to 39'.
Removal. Actual removal or effective removal through actions
resulting in the death of a tree.
Root Protection Zone. A protected area around an existing tree
established by offsetting the drip line 5' away from the tree center.
Screen. A barrier that hinders sight and, potentially, access.
Small Shrub. Small shrubs have a mature height of less than 3'.
Small shrubs are interchangeable with perennials, ornamental
grasses and groundcovers to fulfill landscape standards.
Small Tree. Understory deciduous trees with a mature height of 18'
and under.
Tree. Any self supporting woody plant, growing up the earth with
one trunk of at least 3" dbh, or a multi- stemmed trunk system with a
definitely formed crown.
Undesirable Tree. Trees that are dead, diseased, structurally weak,
invasive or trees that are hazardous to people, infrastructure or
buildings.
2. Landscaping Standards. New residential platted subdivisions, mixed
use, commercial, institutional and industrial uses shall be subject to the
landscaping standards unless specifically excepted. The landscape
standards have been divided into five categories: Canopy Cover,
Foundation Landscape, Open Areas Landscape, Buffer and Screen, and
Boulevard Trees. Projects shall comply with the applicable requirements
of all five categories.
3. Canopy Cover Standards. The purpose of this requirement is to mitigate
the effects of vehicular hardscape by establishing tree canopy cover to
intercept rainfall, protect pavement from sun deterioration, reduce the heat
island affect, and improve aesthetics. Vehicular hardscape areas includes
loading drives, parking lots, driveways, drop -offs and other areas covered
with a hard surface intended for vehicles. Canopy cover requirements do
not apply to single family residential development, nor to multi - family
residential development without surface parking other than individual unit
driveways.
a. The required minimum canopy coverage for all uses is 40 %.
b. The following equation shall be used to calculate required canopy
coverage:
Vehicular Hardscape (Square Feet) x Canopy Cover Percent =
Required Minimum Canopy Cover (Square Feet)
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The total of the assigned canopy coverage values for all the trees in
or near the vehicular hardscape must be equal or greater than the
required minimum. Pervious pavements are considered 50%
hardscape.
c. The assigned canopy coverage value of each tree is based on
planting location, tree size and anticipated tree canopy size 15
years after planting. The assigned canopy cover value to each
deciduous tree is described in the following table and illustrations:
Assigned Canopy Cover Value
Planting Location
new trees)
Assigned Canopy
Coverage Value
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Large Tree
Medium Tree
Small Tree
Existing
Tree:
6 -12 "dbh
Existing
Tree:
12+ "dbh
1 Large trees in an isiand containing
3 more trees are given additional
Canopy Value. See Canopy Coverage
Table.
Interior
parking lot
islands
100% of the
canopy
square
footage
950 SF (or
1200 SF in
islands of 3
or more
trees)
500 SF
250 SF
1900 SF
2850 SF
Within
less than
7' of
vehicular
hardscape
edge
50% of
the
canopy
square
footage
600 SF
250 SF
125 SF
950 SF
1425 SF
7' -12'
from
vehicular
hardscap
e edge
25% of
the
canopy
square
footage
300 SF
125 SF
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NA
NA
Trees surrounded by hardscape on 3
sides are valued at 100% Canopy.
Tres with access to planting soil
outside of the island are required to
meet soil volume requirements for a
shared bed.
Trees in interior islands are valued at
100% Canopy
d. Existing trees may be used to fulfill canopy coverage, as described
in Section 3.Subd. 4.Q.8, when the drip line has proximity to the
edge of the hardscape; therefore, existing trees do not need to be
within less than 7' feet of the vehicular hardscape edge.
4. Foundation Landscape Standards. The purpose of these standards is to
soften and enhance building architecture, define access points, add color
and seasonal interest, and to blend buildings in with the natural
environment. Foundation Landscaping Standards do not apply to single
family residential development.
a. The foundation landscape planting standards are described in the
following table:
Foundation Landscape Standards
Location
Per 100 linear feet (LF) of Building*
Trees
and Shrubs
Rear and Side
Front and Street
1 large
2 large
3 large
6 large
* Rounded to the nearest tenth, with a minimum factor of one.
b. Round all calculations to the nearest whole number of plants.
c. The required plant materials shall be planted in the foundation
landscape zone adjacent to the building face where the
requirement applies. The City may allow flexible planting locations
where service areas or other constraints make the standards
difficult to meet.
d. Existing trees may be used to fulfill the Foundation Landscape
Standards as described in Section 3 Subd.4.Q.8.
e. Smaller landscape materials may be substituted at the following
rates:
1 Large Tree = 1.5 Medium or 2 Small Trees
3 Large Shrubs = 5 Medium or 10 Small Shrubs
f. The design of landscaping for ground areas under the building roof
overhang must take into account the potential effects of runoff from
the roof edge.
Open Areas Landscape Standards: The purpose of these standards is
to provide general site beautification and high aesthetic quality with a mix
of plant materials in open areas. Open areas include disturbed site areas,
such as cul de sac islands, boulevard medians, storm water management
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areas, common areas in multifamily sites that are not for recreation
facilities, and disturbed areas that are not located within the foundation
landscape zone, vehicular hardscape area or the building footprint. Open
Area landscaping standards do not apply to single family residential lots.
Open areas landscaping shall meet the following standards.
a. The open areas planting standards are described in the following
table:
Open Areas Landscape Standards
* Rounded to the nearest tenth, with a minimum factor of one.
b. Round all calculations to the nearest whole number of plants.
c. Only land above the normal water level shall be included in the
open area calculation for storm water detention areas. Planting
shall be located above the normal water level in detention areas.
The City may require specific tree species in locations where water
levels vary.
d. Existing trees may be used to fulfill Open Areas Landscape
Standards as described in Section 3, Subdivision 4.Q.9.
e. Smaller landscape materials may be substituted at the following
rates:
1 Large Tree = 1.5 Medium or 2 Small Trees
3 Large Shrubs = 5 Medium or 10 Small Shrubs
f Areas that are included in a project- specific natural resource
management plan that addresses vegetation are not subject to the
open areas landscaping standards.
9.
All lot areas not used for off - street parking, off - street loading,
sidewalks, driveways, building sites or other requirements shall be
landscaped with grass, shrubs, trees or other acceptable vegetation
or treatment as required by this chapter prior to issuance of a
certificate of occupancy. Exceptions to this requirement are listed
in Section 3, Subdivision 4.Q.14.
6. Buffer and Screen Standards: The purpose of this requirement is to
separate and buffer different land use types, screen roads and parking,
and screen utility and loading areas. The location of buffers and screens
are listed below, while the width of the buffer yard can be found in the
Trees and Shrubs
Per 2000 SF*
1 large
3 large
* Rounded to the nearest tenth, with a minimum factor of one.
b. Round all calculations to the nearest whole number of plants.
c. Only land above the normal water level shall be included in the
open area calculation for storm water detention areas. Planting
shall be located above the normal water level in detention areas.
The City may require specific tree species in locations where water
levels vary.
d. Existing trees may be used to fulfill Open Areas Landscape
Standards as described in Section 3, Subdivision 4.Q.9.
e. Smaller landscape materials may be substituted at the following
rates:
1 Large Tree = 1.5 Medium or 2 Small Trees
3 Large Shrubs = 5 Medium or 10 Small Shrubs
f Areas that are included in a project- specific natural resource
management plan that addresses vegetation are not subject to the
open areas landscaping standards.
9.
All lot areas not used for off - street parking, off - street loading,
sidewalks, driveways, building sites or other requirements shall be
landscaped with grass, shrubs, trees or other acceptable vegetation
or treatment as required by this chapter prior to issuance of a
certificate of occupancy. Exceptions to this requirement are listed
in Section 3, Subdivision 4.Q.14.
6. Buffer and Screen Standards: The purpose of this requirement is to
separate and buffer different land use types, screen roads and parking,
and screen utility and loading areas. The location of buffers and screens
are listed below, while the width of the buffer yard can be found in the
respective zoning districts. Buffers and screens shall meet the following
standards.
a. Required screen location, height, and materials are described in the
following table:
Landscape Screen Location, Height and Materials
Location
Required
Screen
Height
Required Screen Materials
Between a
parking lot
and
public right of
way or sidewalk
30 inches
• Year round continuous planting
screen in accordance with
paragraph 6.b.
Or
• A combination of berm and
year round continuous screen
in accordance with paragraph
6.b.
Between
residential uses
and
arterial or
collector road
6 feet
• Year round continuous planting
screen in accordance with6.b.
Or
• Wall or fence and plantings
shall provide shrub cover for
50% of the wall or fence on the
exterior side
Or
• A combination of berm and
year round continuous screen
in accordance with paragraph
6.b.
Between any
development
and
adjacent, Tess
intense,
residential land
uses
(this includes
across a street
from residential)
Between
loading /service
area
and
public view
Outdoor Storage
Yards
8 feet
• A wall or fence of permanent
materials and planting shall
provide shrub cover for 50% of
the wall or fence on the
exterior side
b. All continuous year round planting screens shall
require at a minimum a double row of plants with
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triangulated spacing. See illustration. Planting plans shall include
species which are sized to appropriately screen visibility within five
years of planting. Small shrubs shall be a planted at a maximum
interval of 3' on center; medium shrubs shall be planted at a
maximum interval of 4' on center; and large shrubs shall be planted
at a maximum interval of 6' on center unless; otherwise authorized
by the City.
c. A wall or fence intended to provide a continuous year round screen
shall block visibility completely.
d. In addition to the shrub cover required in the table above, all
screens shall be planted with large trees every 50 LF, medium
trees every 35 LF, or small trees every 25 LF or some combination
thereof, along the length of the screen.
e. Existing vegetative screens should be left in place unless
composed of invasive species or otherwise directed by the City.
Existing screens may be enhanced with new plantings to comply
with the standards.
f Berms shall be irrigated, have maximum side slopes of 3:1, and
have no Tess than four (4) inches of topsoil.
g.
Permanent walls and fences shall be
offset by a minimum of 2' at intervals
of 75' maximum length for stability and
visual relief. See illustration.
h. Approved permanent wall /fence materials shall include wood,
metal, masonry, concrete stone, or other prefabricated and /or
sustainable materials. Non - decorative concrete block is prohibited
for screening walls: rock face block or other decorative material is
required for masonry walls. Chain link fences with slats are
prohibited for screening walls.
Maintenance of the required buffer strip planting and /or fence shall
be the responsibility of the individual property owners or, if
applicable, the homeowners association.
7 Boulevard Tree Standards:
a. Boulevard trees are required at the rate of one tree per 70 linear
feet of road frontage where property fronts any public road. The
City shall collect a standard fee per tree based on the estimated
market rate cost to purchase and install trees within the
development site.
b. Existing trees may be used to fulfill boulevard tree standards at the
City's discretion.
8. General Landscaping Standards:
a. Desirable existing trees may be used to fulfill Canopy Cover,
Foundation Landscape and Open Areas Landscape standards if
applicable by placement. Desirable existing trees are valued
according to the following table:
Existing Tree Value
Tree
Size
Tree
Value
deciduous
trees under
6" DBH or
evergreen
trees under
12' tail
1 large tree
deciduous
trees
between 6 "-
12" DBH or
evergreen
trees
between
12' -20' tall
2 large trees
deciduous
trees over
12" DBH or
evergreen
trees over 20'
tall.
3 large trees
b. Plantings may be grouped if part of an approved landscape plan.
c. Standards may be met with different sizes of trees and shrubs.
d. New trees may fulfill Canopy Coverage, Foundation Landscape and
Landscape Screen standards simultaneously if applicable by
placement.
e. An existing tree is considered to be removed if the tree trunk is
damaged or if more than 30% of the drip line area is disturbed
during the construction process.
f. The City may allow flexibility in landscape standards if there are
conflicts with solar power, wind power, water harvesting, food
production or other innovative measures proposed for the site.
9.
The landscape plan shall be compared to all applicable CPTED
(Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design) standards and
reviewed by the police department.
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Trees and shrubs shall not be planted in the right of way without
City authorization and shall not be planted in easements without
authorization from the holder of the easement.
Turf slopes in excess of three to one (3:1) are prohibited.
9. Tree Preservation and Mitigation Standards: The purpose of these
standards is to protect valuable trees and stands of vegetation, while not
interfering with landowners' reasonable use and development of property.
The goal is to minimize unnecessary loss of habitat, biodiversity and forest
resources and to replace removed trees in areas where tree cover is most
critical. Unless specifically excepted, tree preservation and mitigation
standards apply to all plats, site plans, conditional use permits, interim use
permits, grading, building, and other activity that requires a city permit or
approval.
a. Tree preservation and mitigation standards are described in the
following table:
Tree Preservation and Mitigation Standards
Environmentally
Sensitive Area
(ESA) Category
Tree
Location:
within Basic
Use Area
Tree Location: not
within Basic Use Area
deciduous
trees 6" dbh
and over or
evergreen
trees
between
12' -20' tall
deciduous
trees 6 -12"
dbh or
evergreen
trees
between
12' -20' tall
deciduous
trees over
12" dbh or
evergreen
trees over
20' tall
Non -ESA
no mitigation
required
provide
one tree
per tree
removed
provide
two trees
per tree
removed
Natural Resource
Conservation
Area or Natural
Resource Corridor
Enhancement
Area
provide
one tree per
four trees
removed
provide
two trees
per tree
removed
provide
three trees
per tree
removed
Natural Resource
Protected Area
provide one
tree per two
trees
removed
provide
two trees
per tree
removed
provide
three trees
per tree
removed
b. Trees used for mitigation may also fulfill the Open Areas
Landscape Standards at the discretion of the City.
c. Trees with thirty percent (30 %) of the roots damaged are
considered to be removed and must be mitigated for at the
applicable rates.
d. Undesirable trees are not subject to the Tree Preservation and
Mitigation Standards.
e. On existing lots with existing buildings where no building or
development activity that requires a permit or approval from the
City is occurring, the removal of trees is not subject to tree
preservation and mitigation standards.
Replacement trees shall be planted on site.
The applicant may request to pay a fee per tree in lieu of some or
all of the trees required for mitigation. At the City's discretion, the
City may accept the fee for planting trees within the general area of
the development project. The City shall maintain a standard fee
per tree based on the estimated market rate cost to purchase and
install trees.
g.
10. Landscaping Guidelines and Technical Specifications: The selection,
installation and maintenance of all planting materials shall be in
accordance with the City's Landscaping Guidelines and Technical
Specifications Manual.
11. Tree Survey:
a. A tree survey is required for all property that contains a deciduous
tree greater than 6" dbh or an evergreen tree greater than 12' tall.
b. The tree survey shall be the basis for the tree preservation plan,
tree mitigation standards, and the use of existing trees to fulfill
landscape standards.
c. The tree survey shall provide the following information:
1) In the basic use area and other areas where tree removal is
proposed, for all deciduous trees over 6" dbh and all
evergreen trees greater than 12' tall:
a) tree species
b) size
c) location
d) drip line
e) tree condition
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2) the location of the combined drip lines of all tree stands
designated for preservation on the development property
3) on adjacent properties, the drip line of deciduous trees over
6" dbh and evergreen trees greater than 12' tall where the
drip line is within 5' of the development property.
d. For a new plat or new Planned Unit Development, the tree survey
shall be one plan sheet and the tree preservation plan shall be a
separate plan sheet.
e. For a building permit for a new structure on an existing lot, the tree
survey and preservation information may be included on the lot
survey typically required for a building permit instead of on a
separate document. For a building permit for an addition to an
existing structure, the tree survey information may be provided in
an informal medium that sufficiently conveys the information.
f. At the City's discretion, the tree survey requirement may be waived
under the following circumstances:
1) Deciduous trees greater than 6" dbh or evergreen trees
greater than 12' tall will not be removed and are not likely to
be impacted by construction.
2) Deciduous trees greater than 6" dbh or evergreen trees
greater than 12' tall will only be removed within the basic use
area and the basic use area is not an ESA.
12. Tree Preservation Plan:
a. A tree preservation plan shall be required for all soil disturbance
activities where Tree Preservation and Mitigation Standards apply.
A tree preservation plan shows how the Tree Preservation and
Mitigation Standards will be met and how preserved trees will be
protected during construction and other potentially harmful
activities.
b. The tree preservation plan shall be based on the tree survey.
c. If a tree survey shows that no desirable deciduous trees over 6"
dbh or evergreen trees greater than 12' in height on the
development property or adjacent properties are near the
construction area, the City may waive the tree preservation plan
requirement.
d. A tree plan shall identify:
1) The basic use area.
2) The disturbance area.
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protection zone (5' out from the drip line) for all deciduous
trees over 6" dbh or evergreen trees greater than 12' tall to
be preserved, or;
The combined root protection zone of all stands of trees
designated for preservation, whichever is applicable.
4) Location and type of tree protection fence.
5) Staging areas.
6) Temporary construction access routes when temporary site
access is necessary within root protection zone of any tree
or tree stand designated for preservation.
Temporary access shall be routed in a manner that is
least disruptive to the tree or tree stand per the
approval of the City Forester..
ii. Temporary access roads shall not exceed twenty -five
(25) feet in width and shall be delineated by snow
fencing or safety fencing.
iii. An eight (8) inch deep cover of wood chip mulch shall
be placed over the temporary access road to cushion
the root protection zones from compaction.
7) Concrete washout areas.
8) Existing and proposed grading.
9) The plan shall show directional felling and trenching to
separate root systems prior to bulldozing trees or stumps if
necessary to avoid damage to adjacent trees.
10) Coordination of utility planning so that utilities are installed in
a manner that protects trees intended to be saved.
a) Trees to be preserved shall be tagged in the field and
keyed to the tree preservation plan. The City may
inspect the trees to verify compliance with the
preservation plan at any time during construction.
b) If a natural resource management plan has been
approved for the site, the tree preservation plan shall
be in accordance with said plan.
c) See City Code Chapter 1011, Stormwater and
Erosion and Sediment Control, for other construction
related requirements.
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1) The tree preservation plan shall be approved by the City. 4110
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2) Fencing and all tree protection measures shall be installed
and inspected by the City.
3) Erosion control measures shall be installed and inspected by
the City.
4) All required financial securities have been submitted.
5) Any required development agreement has been approved.
13. Tree Preservation during Construction: Trees that are to be preserved
must be protected by the following methods unless otherwise approved by
the City.
a. Tree protection fencing shall be installed and maintained 5' out from
the identified drip line of the trees (Root Protection Zone) prior to
soil disturbance. Fencing shall be a minimum of 4' high and of a
highly visible material, such as snow fence or polyethylene laminar
safety netting, and must be standing throughout the construction
process. Cut roots with clean, pruning cuts at the fence line prior to
fence installation to avoid later tearing of the roots. Signage shall
be installed to instruct workers to stay out of the Root Protection
Zone.
b. Areas where development must encroach upon the root protection
zone must be identified on the tree preservation plan in which case
the fencing shall be installed at that edge.
c. No actions that may harm the health of the tree, including but not
limited to construction, traffic, compaction, storage of equipment or
materials including soil, grading, or concrete washout areas may
occur in the Root Protection Zone.
d Trees damaged by construction, or with more than thirty percent of
the roots disturbed, shall be counted as removed and mitigated at
applicable rates.
e. Tree protection measures shall remain in place until all grading and
construction activity is terminated.
14. Final Inspection: Prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy, the
project developer, builder, or representative shall certify in writing to the
City that all elements of the tree preservation plan and landscaping plan
were completed. These must be confirmed by the City. However, the City
may issue a certificate of occupancy prior to completion of landscaping in
the following situations:
a. If winter weather will prevent healthy planting practices, a security
shall be posted to ensure the remaining planting is accomplished
and all planting must be installed by the fifteenth of June the
following spring.
b. A certificate of occupancy may be issued by the City on residential
lots prior to lawn seeding or sod, provided an escrow security is
submitted sufficient to ensure that the work will be completed and
the date of completion is specified.
15. Non - Compliance: If the City finds that the property is not in compliance
with the approved landscaping plan or tree preservation plan, it shall
inform the property owner or, if applicable, the homeowners association,
regarding the non - compliance and describe, in writing, the steps needed
to bring the property into compliance within a reasonable timeframe, not to
exceed sixty (60) calendar days.
16. Performance Security: The City may require performance security to
ensure conformance with the requirements of this chapter.
a. The performance security shall extend for two (2) years from the
date of planting. The form of the security (cash, letter of credit, or
other form) shall be determined by the City.
b. If after notification of non - compliance the property owner or, if
applicable, the homeowners association fails to achieve the
compliance within sixty (60) calendar days, the City may exercise
its authority to use the performance security to address compliance.
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PLANNING AND ZONING BOARD
AGENDA ITEM 6D
STAFF ORIGINATOR: Michael Grochala
MEETING DATE: June 13, 2012
TOPIC: Consider Resolution No. 12 -01, Determining Conformance
with Comprehensive Plan, Otter Lake Road Extension
VOTE REQUIRED: Simple Majority
INTRODUCTION
The City of Lino Lakes is considering the extension of Otter Lake Road north from its
intersection with Main Street (County State Aid Highway 14). Minn. Stat. § 462.356 provides
for local planning agency review to determine whether a capital improvement project complies
with the comprehensive plan prior to council approval.
SCHEDULE OF ACTIONS:
Planning & Zoning Board June 13, 2012
City Council July 9, 2012
Action Deadline N/A
BACKGROUND
Following receipt of a property owner petition, the City Council authorized preparation of a
feasibility study for the extension of Otter Lake Road on May 23, 2011. The proposed
improvements includes the extension of street and public utilities approximately 440 feet north
of the existing intersection with Main Street.
The feasibility study was received by the Council on January 9, 2012. A public hearing on the
proposed improvements was held on February 13, 2012. The Council authorized preparation of
plans and specification for the proposed improvement on March 12, 2012.
Otter Lake Road (County Road 84) currently runs from Main Street to the southern City limits
and parallels Interstate 35E. This segment of Otter Lake Road has a functional classification of
Major Collector. Collectors are designed to serve shorter trips that occur within the city and
provide access from neighborhoods to other collector roadways and the arterial system.
The City's 2030 Comprehensive Plan identifies future roadway system improvements designed
to address connectivity, continuity, congestion and /or safety issues. The plan identifies the
extension of Otter Lake Road, north from Main Street, to intersect with existing Elmcrest
Avenue. The roadway is proposed to have a functional class of "A Minor Arterial". Minor
arterials are roadways of regional importance because they relieve, expand or complement the
principal arterial system.
The improvements are intended to initially, serve development along Main Street and are the
first phase of a multi -phase road extension project. Ultimately the roadway will provide access
to commercial and industrial development along Interstate 35E in addition to serving as a
regional arterial route.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval of Resolution No. 12 -01.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Resolution No. 12 -01
2. Figure 6 -12, Future Roadway System, 2030 Comprehensive Plan
3. Proposed Otter Lake Road Project Area, dated December 30, 2011
4. Proposed Otter Lake Road Phase 1 Improvements, dated January 9, 2012
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CITY OF LINO LAKES
PLANNING & ZONING BOARD
RESOLUTION NO. 12 -01
RESOLUTION DETERMININING CONFORMANCE WITH COMPREHENSIVE
PLAN, OTTER LAKE ROAD IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Lino Lakes is considering a capital
improvement project to construct street and utility improvements for the extension of Otter Lake
Road the proposed project has been submitted to the Planning and Zoning Board for review, and
WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Board has reviewed the proposed Otter Lake Road
improvement project and has compared that to the plans for development of the City as provided
for in the City's Comprehensive Plan.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED By the Planning and Zoning Board of the City
of Lino Lakes, Minnesota as follows:
1. The proposed extension of Otter Lake Road is consistent with the plans for development
of the City as provided for in the City's Comprehensive Plan.
Chairperson, Paul Tralle
ATTEST:
Secretary
Adopted by the Lino Lakes Planning and Zoning Board this 13th day of June, 2012.
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Board Member
and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
The following voted against same:
Whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
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PLANNING AND ZONING BOARD
AGENDA ITEM 7A
STAFF ORIGINATOR: Mary Alice Divine
MEETING DATE: June 13, 2012
TOPIC: Discussion of Urban Land Institute's "Navigating the New
Normal" Workshop
VOTE REQUIRED: NONE — Discussion purposes only
INTRODUCTION
In April the City Council, Planning & Zoning and EDAC met jointly for a ULI- sponsored
workshop on "Navigating the New Normal" designed to discuss with local developers the major
changes in the economy, how these changes have impacted development, and demographic shifts
that influence how and where people choose to live. These changes have a strong impact on
development and redevelopment of our communities. As a follow -up, Planning & Zoning Board
and EDAC were asked to discuss what they took away from the workshop. Staff will forward
comments to the City Council.
• BACKGROUND
EDAC members discussed the workshop at their May meeting. While opinions varied, all felt the
workshop was worthwhile. The following is a summary of major points they discussed:
While demographics are changing the types of housing and lifestyle both the Gen X and
senior populations are seeking, these demographics don't necessarily hold true for Lino
Lakes, which will continue to be mainly single family households.
• The comprehensive plan has provided opportunities for areas of medium to high density
housing. The City Council needs to come to terms with the types of higher density
residential that the market demands. The city should provide opportunities for rental for
those who choose to rent, while helping to provide populations to support retail.
• The key take -away was that developers would rather have "a fast no than a long maybe."
Lino Lakes has a reputation for taking a long time to say no, which is costly to
developers.
The city council should develop a clear message and then stay with that message. If the
city council wants only certain kinds of development, it must accept those choices have
consequences, including losing business to other cities.
RECOMMENDATION
This is for discussion purposes only.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Memorandum from ULI moderators summarizing observations made at the workshop
2. Survey results from participants
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Michael Grochala, Community Development Director
Mary Alice Divine, Economic Development Coordinator
FROM: Gordon Hughes and Cathy Bennett, ULI Minnesota
DATE: April 24, 2012
SUBJECT: ULI Minnesota Navigating the New Normal Workshop
On behalf of ULI Minnesota, thank you for the opportunity to meet with you, the City Council,
Planning & Zoning Board, Economic Development Advisory Committee and staff on April 16,
2012. Our ULI MN workshop team enjoyed our dialogue with you and appreciated your
hospitality.
As a follow up to the workshop, we would like to take a moment to summarize some of the key
observations expressed during our dialogue and panel discussion.
• Data on demographics, employment and jobs in Lino Lakes, presented at the workshop,
offers a point of reference for trends that will affect the City in coming years.
• Developers are selective about the communities in which they work and are looking for
predictability and flexibility during times of scarce resources. Cities which embrace
collaborative approaches to solving problems, identify and pursue partnerships, manage
development risks, improve decision making skills and develop clear expectations will
rise to the top during difficult economic times. It's essential that staff be in a position to
clearly articulate policy goals of the City in order to reduce uncertainty by prospective
developers.
• Difficulties with accessing private capital increase the complexity of development deals.
It will be critical that the City's response to private development and redevelopment
remains collaborative while reasonable risks are embraced to achieve community goals.
Public /private partnerships will become a more common method for the City to realize
community goals and successful projects.
• If the Gen Y group finds the community desirable when they are younger they are more
likely to remain within the existing or new housing stock as they settle down with
families. Density, walkability and access to services are key to this group. These
characteristics are also important to aging Boomers in their selection of communities for
the next phase of their lives.
• Vision is critical, but flexibility within that vision is important to adapt to changes
presented by the New Normal.
• Commercial development, especially retail, follows "rooftops ", i.e. a strong residential
base is the key to successful commercial projects.
• Vertical mixed use as initially envisioned for the Legacy is very difficult in today's
development and financing environment. The City would benefit from a re- visioning of
the Legacy project in order to identify realistic uses for this critical area.
• Spec developments are almost impossible to finance in today's environment. Strong pre -
leasing requirements are necessary for project financing. Most deals are "build to suit."
• Successful communities develop a clear vision, react appropriately to opportunities, are
proactive in assembling properties, create innovative financial tools, and leverage their
key assets.
• The City has some tremendous assets such as the YMCA that are attractive to new
residents and businesses.
Based on these observations, Lino Lakes may wish to pursue the following ideas:
• Revisit the financial role the City would consider for future development and
redevelopment opportunities. As noted above, the development community will continue
to seek out communities that have crafted a well- reasoned and predictable partnership
model with respect to public /private ventures.
• Find ways to attract or retain Gen Y by marketing what the City can offer that may be
special and appealing to this age group. They are interested in places with action,
walkability and social connection. Look for key nodes within the City that could provide
these opportunities in the future, e.g. redevelopment of commercial corners, repurposing
commercial strip centers, re- visioning of Legacy.
• A well developed network of sidewalks and trails are of critical importance to both Gen
Y and the Boomers. Investments in such networks will likely provide a great return.
The City has developed a strong "spine" for a trail system that can and should be added
to as times go by.
• The City would continue to benefit from a more aggressive marketing effort to "sell" the
community and its assets such as the Y and growing families.
• Lino Lakes may benefit from a "Technical Advisory Panel" offered by ULI Minnesota
for the Legacy. We would be happy to discuss this approach with you at your
convenience.
• The City's success has been based on its single family neighborhoods and its desire to
provide a semi - rural, small town environment that also enjoys proximity to the regional
marketplace. The City should be commended on policy initiatives such as allowing two
family dwellings in the single family district. Steps such as this that allow more
flexibility for future developments should continue to be studied and implemented by the
City.
On behalf of ULI MN, thank you again for hosting this workshop.
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Zoomerang Survey Results
ULI Minnesota /RCM Navigating the New Normal Work Session Survey -Lino Lakes
Response Status: Completes
Filter: No filter applied
Apr 30, 2012 12:47 PM PST
1. Thank you for participation in the ULI MN /RCM Navigating the New Normal work session. Please rate the program overall?
Excellent 5 33%
Good 6 40%
Fair 4 27%
Poor 0 0%
Total 15 100%
2. Please rate the worksession format :
Exellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Total
6 40%
7 47%
2 13%
0 0%
15 100%
3. Please rate the presenter: Gordon Hughes, NNN Overview.
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Total
7 47%
6 40%
2 13%
0 0%
15 100%
4. Please rate the presenter: Cathy Bennett, Demographic Summary.
Excellent 6 40%
Good 6 40%
Fair 3 20%
Poor 0 0%
Total 15 100%
5. Please rate the panelist Bill Beard, Beard Group:
Excellent 4 29%
Good 7 50%
Fair 2 14%
Poor 1 7%
Total 14 100%
6 Please =rate panelist the Rick Collins, Ryan Companies?
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Total
6 40%
6 40%
3 20%
0 0%
15 100%
7. Please rate the panelist Rusty Fifield, Northland Securil
Excellent 2 14%
Good 7 50%
Fair 5 36%
Poor 0 0%
Total 14 100%
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8. Please rate the panelist Dan Cornejo, Cornejo Consulting?
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Total
4 29%
7 50%
2 14%
1 7%
14 100%
9. Please rate the panelist format:'
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Total
5 36%
6 43%
3 21%
0 0%
14 100%
How would you
of the work session?
Too long
Too short
Just right
Total
1 7%
0 0%
13 93%
14 100%
11. What was your takeaway value from the worksession
13 Responses
1 Little value as this "one size fits all" approach isn't appropriate. I think this
needs to be tailored more to each city's unique situation to have more
value.
2 Most important is the need for cities to have a clear vision so that they are
not stringing developers along before saying "No." Secondly is need for
more diversity in housing to retain those who live in Lino Lakes but want to
downsize.
3 Cities need to be able to step up and be prepared to help the developers
with sources of financial aid.
4 The new normal is doom and gloom. The new normal does not fit into the
context of Lino Lakes due to the political environment.
5 Both enlightening to our current situation and a confirmation of what 1
already thought about the current situation of Lino Lakes future.
6 1 thought the night was extremely well spent. I typed a page of notes the
next morning.
7 A push to build rental apartments on the Legacy site
8 Understanding the needs from developers.
9 Always good to hear from the developers point of view. however their
needs are not always in the best interest of the city.
10 Very little. Not sure what the purpose of the workshop was? Felt i could
have read the content on my own.
11 The panel has a good understanding of the economy and planning trends
at a 30,000 foot level- not city or local level.
12 The demographics of Gen Y was interesting.
13 The demographics of Gen Y was interesting.
12. What changes would you suggest to the work session format?
9 Responses
1 More upfront input from participants on where they see the city at and
vision for the future
2 More time for participants to ask questions. 1 think some felt that they
didn't get enough time for discussion.
3 None. 1 liked it.
4 Format was great. The panel did a great job of holding questions until the
end. Given the amount of information to present, control the timing of
questions was extremely important. I thought it would have made sense to
have someone from the city introduce the panel moderator and explain to
the group why they were retained and goals for the evening.
5 More feedback (and listening) from the attendees. In a 2hr workshop panel
talked for 1hr 40 minutes, attendees didn't have much voice and staff
didn't have any voice.
6 More formal invite to the general public to attend.
7 Allow more time for Q and A and feedback from the attendees.
8 Research the community's closer and utilize findings in the discussion more
then utilizing the research that fits at a 30,000 foot level.
9 Nothing specific to change from my perspective.
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8 Responses
1 The panelists were very blunt about the state of development, which the
council needed to hear.
2 We keep hearing the same things from multiple sources so hopefully Lino
can begin taking positive action. I came away with the thought that lets
develop and vision based on the reality of who we are - a bedroom
community in a park. Lets be the best possible place for parks, sports
complexes, walking paths and park preserves. Maybe that will be an
attraction for various types of developments.
3 I thought the demographic slides less than effective. Too much information
was crowded onto the slides. Often one slide present two separate
conclusion, which left the audience confused. Final I asked a couple of
questions prior to the panel discussion. I'm not sure if my question were
answered. Perhaps the moderator should be tasked with writing down
questions and circling back to them at the end of the evening
4 If what we were told is the new normal then I guess people in Lino Lakes
must be living the new alternative lifestyle.
5 Lumping all gen x and gen y's into broad categories does not work.
6 Nice to get together with the other boards. would have been nice to
discuss where Lino Lakes is currently and do some goal setting and
direction. Whats being done to market or attract business?
7 It was good to hear how the model for developing has changed. I feel that
there is a better understanding of what we need to change in our direction
to succeed in our goals.
8 Occasionally panelists would not provide a concise answer and look for
response from attendees.
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