HomeMy WebLinkAbout05/12/2010 P&Z PacketCITY OF LINO LAKES
PLANNING & ZONING BOARD MEETING
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
6:30 p.m.
Council Chambers
(Scheduled to be televised on Ch. 16)
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. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: April 14, 2010 — Regular Meeting and Joint
Meeting Minutes
IV. OPEN MIKE
V. ACTION ITEMS
A. PUBLIC HEARING to consider Amend the Zoning Ordinance to modify the
requirements for Accessory Buildings and Structures — Paul Bengtson
B. PUBLIC HEARING to consider Amend the Zoning Ordinance and the
subdivision chapter of the City Code regarding development in environmentally
sensitive areas, tree preservation, landscaping, planned unit developments, and
platting — Jeff Smyser
VI. DISCUSSION ITEMS
A. None
VII. ADJOURN
Meeting guidelines on reverse side.
City of Lino Lakes Planning & Zoning Board
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• The Presiding Officer may limit duplicative presentations.
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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.
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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.
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When you are called upon for your comments, please step to the microphone at the
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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
April 14, 2010
6 :30 P.M.
7:13 P.M.
Elizabeth Brady, Michael Hyden, Perry Laden,
Robert Nelson, Brian Pogalz (Vice Chair), Michae';
Root, Paul Tralk (Chair)
None
Jeff Smyser, Jim Studenski
I. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL:
Chair Tralle called the Lino Lakes Planning and Zoning B
p.m. on April 14, 2010.
The Agenda ° -• •roved¢
III. APPROVAL OF
s, x, j
March 10, 21
Mr. i'ogalz made a
sup • by Mr. Hy
IV. OPEN
eeting to order at 6:30
TION °approve the March 10, 2010 Minutes. Motion was
Motion carried 5 - 0.
Chair Tralle de red Open Mike at 6:34 p.m.
There was no one present for Open Mike.
Mr. Pogalz made a MOTION to close Open Mike at 6:35 p.m. Motion was supported by
Mr. Hyden. Motion carried 5 - 0.
V. ACTION ITEMS
DRAFT MINUTES
Planning & Zoning Board
April 14, 2010
Page 2
A. PUBLIC HEARING to consider an Interim Use Permit for open and outdoor
storage as a principal use in the Light Industrial zone at 2209 Phelps Road
City Planner, Jeff Smyser, presented the staff report.
Ms. Brady arrived at 6:36 p.m.
Staff recommended approval of the application based on the conditions of approval as
listed in the staff report.
Applicant, Nick Arnt, 2190 Phelps Road, answered questio the board members.
Council Members expressed concerns regarding the . . t of storage on the site,
possible erosion, and potential for debris to blow off tte.site onto other properties.
Staff responded that the materials stored will include bituminous concrete and rubble, of
which erosion and debris should not be a factor. The city has not received any,
complaints to date for this site. The properties surrounding the site are also/owned by
Arnt and there are no residential areas nearby.
Mr. Arnt explained that normally amount of storage would not be so great, but due to
the economy the crushing of maters seen less frequent causing larger stockpiles
than usual. Mr. Arnt explained the e business and future plans. Recyclable
materials are accepted and crushed o
Staff pointed out where future commercra development might be located. A large area
of low wetland exists just north of the site hich will serve as a buffer to any future
development to the north.
Staff d
of anticipate any problems wit the proposed interim use.
the Public Hearing at 7:10 p.m.
Chair Tralle op
was present `;speak on the item.
Mr. Pogalz made a MOTION to close the Public Hearing at 7:11 p.m. Motion was
supported by Ms. Brady. Motion passed 6 -0.
Mr. Hyden made a MOTION to recommend approval of an Interim Use Permit for open
and outdoor storage as a principal use in the Light Industrial zone at 2209 Phelps Road
based on the following conditions of approval:
1. This interim use permit is issued to and applies only to the property at 2209
Phelps Road, PID 243122420012, and only that part of the property that is north
of Phelps Road. This interim use permit is issued to the property.
2. This interim use permit is for open and outdoor storage of vehicles and
construction materials.
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Planning & Zoning Board
April 14, 2010
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3. 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.
4. The east end of Phelps Road may be blocked to allow for transfer of material to
the north side of the road from the south side by conveyor or other means.
a. Any such blocking of the road shall require notice to the Lino Lakes
Police Department and the Centennial Fire District at least seven calendar
days prior to the desired blocking period. It shall also require consultation
with the Police Department and Fire District and an agreement or plan for
managing emergency access and other issues related to the blockage. The
west end of Phelps Road shall not be blocked during the same period.
b. The Police Department shall monitor the situation during any period of
such blocking and shall hav
' authorilk to convene a meeting to address
any problems that have arisen agreo nt or plan for managing
access and other issues shall be r . recommended by the Chief of
Police or his representative.
c. Blocking of the end of Phelps Road may occur more than once a year but
shall not occur for a total of more than eight C weeks of any calendar
year.
d. Apropriate signage note ng the pubic of the blocking of the road shall
be determined and any costf such signage is the responsibility of the
property owner.
5. Prior to commencing storage actiy authorized by this interim use permit, a
permit or approval must be obtained from the Rice Creek Watershed District.
Any conditions or reem- nts of the Watershed District approval are included
by reference condit� of this interim use permit.
6. � The repair of iity damage to public roads caused by activity authorized by this
interim use permit shall be the responsibility of the property owner. An
enforceable agreement or commitment shall be submitted and kept on file.
Activi authorized by this interim use permit shall not commence until such a
commitment is submitted and approved by the City Attorney.
7. Stormwater management measures must be implemented to the satisfaction of the
City Engineer before and during activities authorized by this interim use permit.
8. This interim use permit shall be recorded against the property.
Motion was supported by Mr. Pogalz. Motion passed 6 -0.
VI. DISCUSSION ITEMS
DRAFT MINUTES
Planning & Zoning Board
April 14, 2010
Page 4
A. Accessory Structures
Mr. Smyser updated the board on the status of an application that was reviewed at the
March meeting. At a work session, the City Council discussed the application for a
variance to build an accessory structure. The council decided that a variance was not
appropriate for this situation, but considered that the requirements for accessory buildings
should be reviewed. The council directed staff to consider amendments to the existing
regulations. The applicant since withdrew the variance application.
A Public Hearing will be held at the May P & Z Board Meeting to discuss amending the
number and total square footage of accessory buildings allowed by ordinance.
VII. ADJOURNMENT
Mr. Pogalz made a MOTION to adjourn the
by Mr. Nelson. Motion carried 6 - 0.
Respectfully submitted,
Dawn Bugge
Community Development Assistant
mg at 7:13 p.m. Motion was supported
DRAFT MINUTES
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CITY OF LINO LAKES
JOINT MEETING
CITY COUNCIL AND PLANNING & ZONING BOARD MINUTES
DATE
TIME STARTED
TIME ENDED
COUNCIL PRESENT
ABSENT
P &Z BOARD PRESENT
ABSENT
STAFF PRESENT
April 14, 2010
. 7:25 P.M.
. 8:25 P.M.
: Mayor Jeff Reinert, Kathi Gallup, Jeff O'Donnell,
Rob Rafferty, Dave Roeser
: None
: Elizabeth Brady, Michael Hyden, Perry Laden,
Robert Nelson, Brian Pogalz (Vice Chair), Michael
Root, Paul Tralle (Chair)
: None
Dan Tesch, Jeff Smyser, Dawn Bugge
City Council and P &Z Board Members di
amending the zoning ordinance regarding access
agreed that a variance was not appropriate fe ere
request was too varied from e a11owances in existing c
of leased land posed a unique situation, as well the fact th
temporary. Council and board members agreed
variance was not the right approach to allow the us
e approach of the council to consider
tures. Council and board members
ation that was reviewed, as the
dinance. In addition, the issue
the structure would be somewhat
h the use that was proposed, but that a
Members dis w to address substandard properties within the city. One suggestion was
to adopt a rglati• any building that has been vacant for a number of years could lose its
grandfather status. Sta ained that under state law, a non - conforming use loses its
grandfather status if the u ses for one year. However, the same use can reopen as long as
they meet nt city requir nts. If the use changes, however, the state building code may
require upgr to meet current requirements.
Members discussedsible improvements to the city's gateway areas. It was noted that one
issue with the 49/J arm:" e presence of multiple property owners involved in future
development. Other p 'blems with this area include the size of proposed users, road issues, and
access issues.
Members discussed the idea of the city purchasing certain properties in order to improve the
sites. It was noted, however, that this is currenity not a financially feasible option for the city.
Members added that land within the Legacy at Woods Edge needs to be addressed as well.
Members discussed options of what could be done with the property. It was noted that other
communities sometimes offer financial grants or partnerships in order to improve properties or
building facades.
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Joint Meeting: City Council and Planning & Zoning Board
April 14, 2010
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Members agreed that there are areas of the city that need improvement. However, sometimes
developers need encouragement in order to provide good development. The lack of city sewer
and water is a big hinderance to development of certain properties. When utilities are
unavailable, development is minimal.
Members discussed how to open up lines of communication between the council and boards.
Council member emails are now available on the website. P &Z Board Members agreed to
provide additional information to the council in situations where there is disagreement between
the board members on an issue. Staff reminded board members to avoid violating the open
meeting law via email between the boards and council. The majority of th u oup cannot be
involved in a two -way conversation and cannot email a reply to all of a group at one time
Mayor Reinert considered the P &Z Board to be a very fun tionl group and commended their
work as a board. He added that they seem to cover all inent questions through their
review of items.
P &Z Chair Paul Tralle stated that residents often ask him when the bicycle trail in Pine Glen will
be completed. He noted that the trail was started but never completed. The neighborhood is
developing and residents are wondering when trail development will continue.
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Members would like to see more biycle trails throughout the city, e lally for safety reasons.
Cul de sacs and dead -end roads can cause problems for. bikers. Me rs discussed whether
more could be done to increase the development of trails. Mayor inert noted that trails are
funded either through the general fund or park dedication. He added that park dedication must
be equitable and follow state law_ Park dedication can be given to the city in dollars or in land.
Park dedication dollars can be used for park land or trails throughout the city in any necessary
location.
It was noted that e Federal e nm e away money for shovel -ready projects. Staff
has been asked to' nto available grant money. The Council will revisit the "grant
challenge" that was discussed with x
Council and board members: agreed t t an annual joint meeting is a good idea.
Elizabeth Brady will be resigning from the P &Z Board due to a move out of state. Ms. Brady
commended the communication she has had with the board and with city staff
Mayor Reinert adjourned the meeting at 8:25 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Dawn Bugge
Community Development Assistant
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STAFF ORIGINATOR:
P & Z MEETING DATE:
TOPIC:
BACKGROUND
AGENDA ITEM V.A.
Paul Bengtson
May 12, 2010
PUBLIC HEARING: Zoning Ordinance Amendment
Amending the Accessory Buildings and Structures
requirements of the Zoning Ordinance
In response to a recent Variance request for Accessory Structure area and
number, the City Council has directed staff to instead review the ordinance to
determine if improvements could be made to better serve the public.
The ordinance focuses on the area and number of buildings allowed on a site.
However, materials used for construction should also be addressed.
The current ordinance is summarized in this table:
Accessory
Building
Area
owed
Pole B
20 acres or greater
No maximum
No maximum
Acceptable
10 to less than 20 acres
5,000
1 attached and 2 detached
Acceptable
5 to less than 10 acres
4,200
1 attached and 2 detached
Acceptable
2.5 to less than 5 acres
3,600
1 attached and 2 detached
Prohibited
1.25 to less than 2.5 acres
2,020
1 attached and 2 detached
Prohibited
Less than 1.25 acres
1,200
1 attached & 1 detached, or 2 detached
Prohibited
Additionally, this section of the ordinance governs Sports Courts, Swimming
Pools, Houseboats, Ice Fishing Houses, Docks and Boat Launches, Roadside
Stands, and Domestic Animal Shelters. Staff intends to reorganize these uses
and changes to them will be minimal to reflect current policy.
ACCESSORY BUILDINGS ANALYSIS
GENERAL PROVISIONS:
One issue that came up during the discussion with the City Council was the
treatment of agricultural buildings. State statutes exempt Agricultural Buildings
from permit fees and certain aspects of the building code. This is only on parcels
of at least 10 acres that are taxed and continually used as agricultural lands. Our
current ordinance includes a definition of Agricultural Farm Building that should
be struck, and instead the issue should be handled by amending the current
General Provision #1 to read as follows:
1) No accessory building or use shall be constructed or
developed on a lot prior to the time of construction of
the principal building to which it is accessory, except
in the case of agricultural land as defined by State
Statute 273.13, Section 23, as amended.
In addition to the four existing General Provisions, staff is proposing to add the
following:
5) Gazebos that are attached to the dwelling by a raised
deck, porch, or patio shall not be counted towards the
maximum area or number of accessory structures
allowed on a site, so Ionq as the sides of the gazebo
remain at least 50 %, though the open areas may be
covered with screens.
6) Fabric structures are allowed, but are counted
towards the maximum area and number of accessory
structures allowed on a site.
This language will add to the ordinance the current interpretations made by staff
in enforcement of the current ordinance.
AREA ALLOWANCE ANALYSIS:
Based on a discussion with the City Council, staff is proposing a simplification of
the ordinance, while granting properties a more equitable allowance of accessory
building area. Staff is proposing to have four distinct property size categories,
and within those categories there will be a minimum allowance and a percentage
of lot size allowance. The percentage of lot size allowance will be capped with a
maximum to make sure properties will not exceed the minimum allowed in the
next level.
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i_Area_
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ercera go of Lot Siz
20 acres or greater
No maximum
10 to less than 20 acres
10,000 s.f.
or
1.85% up to 15,000 s.f.
5 to less than 10 acres
5,000 s.f.
or
2.21% up to 10,000 s.£
Less than 5 acres
1,200 s.f.
or
3.75% up to 5,000 s.f.
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The following table indicates the proposed allowances on a wide variety of
property sizes, with the current ordinance's allowances also listed. If the
percentage of lot area allowed is less than the minimum allowed, the percentage
value is struckthrough and the minimum is listed.
NUMBER OF STRUCTURES ANALYSIS:
Considering the increase in area allowed, staff is proposing to increase the
number of buildings allowed in the 10 -20 acre level from 1 attached and 2
detached to 1 attached and 3 detached. No other changes are proposed.
LOT
A (s.f.}
CURRENT
ALLOWANCE :
PROPOSED ALLOWANCE
Urban Lot
10,800
1,200
3.75%
451.200
1 acre
43,560
1,200
3.75%
1,634
1.24 acre
54,014
1,200
3.75%
2,026
1.25 acre
54,450
2,020
3.75%
2,042
2 acre
87,120
2,020
3.75%
3,267
2.49 acre
108,464
2,020
3.75%
4,067
2.5 acre
108,900
3,600
3.75%
4,084
3 acre
130,680
3,600
3.75%
4,901
4 acre
174,240
3,600
3.75%
634 5,000
4.9 acre
213,444
3,600
3.75%
8,004 5,000
5 acre
217,800
4,200
2.21%
4,813 5,000
6 acre
261,360
4,200
2.21%
5,776
7 acre
304,920
4,200
2.21%
6,739
8 acre
348,480
4,200
2.21%
7,701
9 acre
392,040
4,200
2.21%
8,664
9.9 acres
431,244
4,200
2.21%
9,530
10 acre
435,600
5,000
1.85%
858 10,000
11 acre
479,160
5,000
1.85%
8T864 10,000
12 acre
522,720
5,000
1.85%
9,670 10,000
13 acre
566,280
5,000
1.85%
10,476
14 acre
609,840
5,000
1.85%
11,282
15 acre
653,400
5,000
1.85%
12,088
16 acre
696,960
5,000
1.85%
12,894
17 acre
740,520
5,000
1.85%
13,700
18 acre
784,080
5,000
1.85%
14,505
19 acre
827,640
5,000
1.85%
15,311 15,000
19.9 acre
866,844
5,000
1.85%
16,037 15,000
20 acre
871,200
unlimited
unlimited
unlimited
NUMBER OF STRUCTURES ANALYSIS:
Considering the increase in area allowed, staff is proposing to increase the
number of buildings allowed in the 10 -20 acre level from 1 attached and 2
detached to 1 attached and 3 detached. No other changes are proposed.
OTHER ACCESSORY STRUCTURES
Staff is not proposing to change Swimming Pools, Houseboats, Ice Fishing
Houses, Docks and Boat Launches, Roadside Stands, or Domestic Animal
Shelters.
Staff is proposing to change the Sports Court section to be clearly focused on
outdoor facilities only. Indoor facilities are governed elsewhere in the ordinance
as either a portion of the principal dwelling or if part of a detached structure, by
the detached accessory structure requirements. This section is meant to cover
outdoor tennis courts, basketball courts, and the like. Staff would like to include
outdoor hockey rinks too, so that the requirements are the same as for other
sports courts.
This could be done by simply amending the definition of Sports Court as such:
Sport Court. An outdoor facility that typically may includes a
paved playing surface for one or more sport activities such as, but
not limited to, tennis, basketball, hockey rink, or volleyball.
PROCESS
Following a recommendation by the P & Z Board, staff will present the proposed
amendment to the City Council. An ordinance requires two readings (and votes)
by the City Council. Upon adoption, it then is published in the newspaper and
becomes effective after thirty days have passed.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff is recommending amending the Zoning Ordinance as outlined in the staff
report.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Existing Accessory Building and Structures - Section 3 Subd 4.D
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SECTION 3. GENERAL PROVISIONS
Subd. 4. General Building and Use Provisions.
D. Accessory Buildings and Structures.
1. General Provisions.
a. No accessory building or use shall be constructed or
developed on a lot prior to the time of construction of the
principal building to which it is accessory.
b. A building or portion thereof used for an accessory use,
other than home occupation, shall be considered as an
accessory building.
c. No detached accessory building shall be closer to the front
lot line than the principal building or its attached garage
except within the R, R -X, and R -BR Zoning Districts,
provided the accessory building is set back at least one
hundred (100) feet from the street right -of -way.
d. Setbacks for accessory buildings in all districts shall be
determined in accordance with appropriate district
provisions. Location of said accessory buildings shall not
interfere with the future subdivision of the property, or be
located in any utility or drainage easement.
e. A garage in residential districts shall not be utilized for
business service or industry. Such garage shall not be used
for the storage of more than one (1) commercial vehicle
having a gross weight rating exceeding eleven thousand
seventy -five (11,075) pounds.
2. Sport Courts. In all districts, the following standards shall apply to
sport courts:
a. A building permit shall be required for all private residential
and commercial sport courts.
b. A conditional use permit shall be required for all commercial
sport courts.
c. An application for a building permit or a conditional use
permit shall include a site plan showing the following along
with all required information:
1) The size, shape, pavement and sub - pavement
materials.
2) The location of the court.
3) The location of the house, garage, fencing, septic
systems and any other structural improvements on
the lot.
4) The location of structures on all adjacent lots.
5) A grading plan showing all revised drainage patterns
and finished elevations at the four corners of the
court.
6) Landscaping and turf protection around the court.
7) Location of existing and proposed wiring and lighting
facilities.
d. Sport courts shall not be located closer than ten (10) feet to
any side and rear lot line. Sport courts shall not be located
within any required front yard or side yard abutting a street.
e. Sport courts shall not be located over under - ground utility
lines of any type, nor shall any court be located within any
private or public utility, walkway, drainage or other
easement.
f. Solid sport court practice walls shall not exceed ten (10) feet
in height. A building permit shall be required for said walls.
Said walls shall be set back a minimum of thirty (30) feet
from any lot line.
g.
Chain link fencing surrounding the sport court may extend up
to twelve (12) feet in height above the sport court surface
elevation.
h. Lighting for the sport court shall be directed toward the sport
court and not toward adjacent property.
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3. Swimming Pools.
a. Single Family and Two Family Dwellings. The following shall
apply to all swimming pools which are intended for use
accessory to single - family and two- family dwellings:
1) A building permit shall be required for any swimming
pool with a capacity of over five thousand (5,000)
gallons or with a depth potential of thirty (30 ") inches.
2) An application for a building permit shall include a site
plan showing the type and size of pool, location of
pool, location of house, garage, fencing and other
improvements on the lot, location of structures on all
adjacent lots, location of filter unit, pump and wiring
indicating the type of such units, location of back -flush
and drainage outlets, grading plan, finished elevations
and final treatment (decking, landscaping, etc.)
around pool, location of existing overhead or
underground wiring, utility easements, trees, similar
features, and location of any water heating unit.
3) Pools shall not be located within ten (10) feet of any
septic tank and twenty (20) feet from drain field nor
within six (6) feet of any principal structure or frost
footing. Pools shall not be located in front of the
principal building or within any accessory structure
setback.
4) The filter unit, pump heating unit and any noise -
making mechanical equipment shall be located not
closer than twenty (20) feet to any lot line.
5) Pools shall not be located beneath overhead utility
lines nor over underground utility lines of any type.
6) Pools shall not be located within any private or public
utility, walkway, drainage or other easement.
7) In the case of in ground pools, the necessary
precautions shall be taken during the construction to:
a) Avoid damage, hazards or inconvenience to
adjacent or nearby property.
b) Assure that proper care shall be taken in
stockpiling excavated materials to avoid
erosion, dust or other infringements upon
adjacent property.
8) All access for construction shall be over the owner's
land and due care shall be taken to avoid damage to
public streets and adjacent private or public property.
9) Lighting for the pool shall be directed toward the pool
and not toward adjacent property.
10) A structure at least four (4) feet in height shall
completely enclose the pool. This structure can be
safety fencing of a non - climbable type. Pool walls
that are at least four (4) feet in height above finished
grade fulfill this requirement.
11) Water in the pool shall be maintained in a suitable
manner to avoid health hazard of any type. Such
water shall be subject to periodic inspection by the
local health officer.
12) All wiring, installation of heating units, grading,
installation of pipes and all other installations and
construction shall be subject to inspections.
13) Any proposed deviation from these standards and
requirements shall require a variance in accordance
with normal zoning procedures.
14) All swimming pools for which a building permit is
required shall be provided with safeguards to prevent
children from gaining uncontrolled access. This can
be accomplished with fencing, screening or other
enclosure, or any combination thereof, of sufficient
density as to be impenetrable.
a) If fences are employed, they shall be at least
four (4) feet in height. The bottoms of the
fences shall not be more than four (4) inches
from the ground. Fences shall be of a non-
corrosive material and shall be constructed as
to be not easily climbable. All fence openings
or points of entry into the pool enclosure shall
be equipped with gates or doors. All gates or
doors to swimming pools shall be equipped
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with self - closing and self - latching devices
placed at a sufficient height so as to be
inaccessible to all small children. Prior to filling
the pool, the approved fence and /or screen
must be completely in place and inspected and
approved by the City Building Inspector.
b) When an above - ground pool has vertical or
outward inclined side walls that are at least
four (4) feet above finished grade, these
fencing requirements do not apply. However, if
no fencing is constructed, the ladder must be
removable or there must be a lockable access
to the ladder.
15) Required structure or safety fencing shall be
completely installed within three (3) weeks following
the installation of the pool and before any water is
allowed in the pool.
16) Back flush or pool drainage water shall be directed
onto the property on which the swimming pool is
located and ultimately to public storm sewer, if
available.
17) Drainage of pools directly into public streets or other
public drainageways shall require written permission
of the Zoning Administrator.
b. Multiple - Family, Commercial and Public Developments. For
private swimming pools which are intended for and used by
the occupants of a multiple - family dwelling and the guests of
the occupants, or for private and public clubs and
organizations, the following regulations shall be met in
addition to those listed for single and two family dwellings
provided in Section 3, Subd. 4.D.3.a. above:
1) No part of the water surface of the swimming pool
shall be Tess than fifty (50) feet from any lot line.
2) No pumps, filter or other apparatus used in
connection with or to service a swimming pool shall
be located Tess than fifty (50) feet from any lot line.
3) The pool area shall be adequately fenced to prevent
uncontrolled access from the street or adjacent
property. Adequate screening, including but not
limited to landscaping, shall be placed between the
pool area and adjacent lot lines.
4) All deck areas, adjacent patios, or other similar areas
used in conjunction with the swimming pool shall be
located at least thirty (30) feet from any lot line.
5) To the extent possible, back -flush water or water from
pool drainage shall be directed onto the owner's
property.
Houseboats. Houseboats are considered accessory structures for
purpose of applying this Ordinance and shall comply with the
following standards:
a. Any object that floats which has sleeping accommodations
and facilities for preparing food shall be defined as a
houseboat.
b. All houseboats which are to be docked or moored within the
City limits for a period of six (6) days or more shall require an
annual permit. Said permit shall identify the owner, owner's
address, boat license number, whether the boat is to be
used as a seasonal residence and, if so, for what period of
time during the year, type of sanitary sewage facility, water
supply, and plot plan showing method of access to public
road.
c. Each houseboat shall have one (1) off - street parking space
within four hundred (400) feet of the access to the docking of
such houseboat.
d. No houseboat shall be used as a permanent residence and
further, that utilities including sanitary sewer, water,
electricity, and phone shall not be extended to the
houseboat.
5. Ice Fishing Houses. Ice fishing houses stored on parcels of land
during summer months shall be considered an accessory building.
All ice fishing houses stored on site shall be licensed in accordance
with State law.
6. Docks and Boat Launches. Private docks and boat launches may
be stored upon riparian lots provided such structures lie upon the
same lot as the principal structure to which they serve.
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7 Roadside Stands. Seasonal, temporary roadside stands for the
sale of agricultural products shall be permitted if:
a. They are located in a zoning district which makes a specific
allowance for such use; and
b. They are located upon the lot on which the produce is
grown.
c. They are erected at least sixty (60) feet back from the
nearest edge of the roadway surface; and
d. Adequate parking space is provided off the road right -of -way
and safe vehicular access and movements are assured.
Rural and Residential Zoning District Accessory Buildings. The
following summarizes the maximum number, size, and height of
accessory buildings allowed in an individual parcel according to lot
size and residential district.
a. Twenty (20) Acres or Greater. (R, R -X, R -BR, R -1, R -1X, R-
EC, and PSP Districts)
1) No maximum combination of accessory building(s)
and garage(s) size requirement.
2) Metal buildings and pole barns acceptable.
3) No maximum height requirement.
4) One (1) attached garage not to exceed one thousand
one hundred twenty (1,120) square feet or equal to
the size of the house foundation, whichever is greater.
b. Ten (10) to Less than Twenty (20) Acres. (R, R -X, R -BR, R-
1, R -1X, R -EC, and PSP Districts)
1) The combination of accessory building(s) and
garage(s) shall not exceed five thousand (5,000)
square feet.
2) Total allowable accessory building space shall be
limited to the following:
a. One (1) attached garage and
b. Two (2) detached accessory structures.
3) Metal buildings and pole barns acceptable.
4) Attached garages shall not exceed one thousand one
hundred twenty (1,120) square feet or equal to the
size of the house foundation, whichever is greater.
5) Building height shall not exceed base district
requirement.
c. Five (5) to Less than Ten (10) Acres. (R, R -X, R -1, R -1X, R-
EC, and PSP Districts)
1) The combination of accessory buildings and garages
shall not exceed four thousand two hundred (4,200)
square feet.
2) Total allowable accessory building space shall be
limited to the following:
a) One (1) attached garage and
b) Two (2) detached accessory structures.
3) Metal buildings and pole barns acceptable.
4) Attached garages shall not exceed one thousand one
hundred twenty (1,120) square feet or the size of the
house foundation, whichever is greater.
5) Building height shall not exceed base district
requirement.
d. Two and One -Half (2 1/2) Acres to Less Than Five (5) Acres.
(R, R -X, R -BR, R -1, R -1X, R -EC, and PSP Districts)
1) The combination of accessory buildings and garages
shall not exceed three thousand six hundred (3,600)
square feet.
2) Total allowable accessory building space shall be
limited to the following:
a) One (1) attached garage and
b) Two (2) detached accessory structures.
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3) Attached garages shall not exceed one thousand one
hundred twenty (1,120) square feet or equal to ninety
(90) percent of the size of the house foundation,
whichever is greater.
4) No metal sheet/panel siding with vertical orientation
except upon tool sheds Tess than four hundred (400)
square feet in area. Metal horizontal lap siding is
acceptable.
5) Twenty -four (24) feet maximum height.
6) Roof and exterior color and material compatible with
home (except manufactured metal tool shed).
e. One and One - Quarter (1 1/4) Acres to Two and One -Half (2
1/2) Acres (R, R -X, R -1, R -1 X, R -EC, R -2, R -3, R -4, R -6,
and R -7 Districts)
1) The combination of accessory buildings and garages
shall not exceed two thousand twenty (2,020) square
feet.
2) Total allowable accessory building space shall be
limited to the following:
a) One (1) attached garage and
b) Two (2) detached accessory structures
3) Attached garages shall not exceed one thousand one
hundred twenty (1,120) square feet or equal to ninety
(90) percent of the size of the house foundation,
whichever is greater.
4) No metal sheet/panel siding with vertical orientation
except upon tool sheds less than one hundred fifty
(150) square feet in area. Metal horizontal lap siding
is acceptable.
5) Twenty -four (24) feet maximum height.
6) Roof and exterior color and material compatible with
home (except manufactured metal tool shed).
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Lino Airpark may have a three thousand two hundred
(3,200) square foot accessory building as an airplane
hangar provided that:
a.) The hangar be earth tone in color.
b.) The hangar conform to Building Code
standards for hangar use.
c.) The hangar location has direct taxiway access
to the Lino Airpark runway.
f. Less than One and One - Quarter Acre. (R, R -X, R -1, R -1X,
R -EC, R -2, R -3, R -4, R -6, R -7, and PSP Districts)
1) The combination of accessory buildings and garages
shall not exceed one thousand two hundred (1,200)
square feet.
2) Total allowable accessory building space shall be
limited to the following:
a) One (1) attached garage and one (1) detached
structure, or
b) Two (2) detached accessory structures.
3) Attached garages shall not exceed one thousand one
hundred twenty (1,120) square feet or equal to ninety
(90) percent of the size of the house foundation,
whichever is greater.
4) Twenty (20) foot maximum height.
5) No metal sheet/panel siding with vertical orientation
except upon tool sheds less than one hundred fifty
(150) square feet in area. Metal horizontal lap siding
is acceptable.
6) Roof and exterior color and material compatible with
home (except manufactured tool shed).
7) Lots that have shared ownership /membership in the
Lino Airpark may have a three thousand two hundred
(3,200) square foot accessory building as an airplane
hangar provided that:
a) The hangar be earth tone in color.
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b) The hangar conform to Building Code
standards for hangar use.
c) The hangar location has direct taxiway access
to the Lino Airpark runway.
9. Commercial and Industrial Zoning Districts. The following
establishes the maximum number, size, and height of accessory
buildings allowed in the commercial and industrial zoning districts:
a. Only one (1) accessory building shall be allowed not to
exceed four hundred (400) square feet except when
intended for storage of buses.
b. Building setbacks shall not exceed base district requirement.
c. Building height shall be limited to twelve (12) feet maximum
except when intended for storage of buses per Section 3,
Subd. 4.B.2.b of this Ordinance.
d. Metal buildings and pole barns are prohibited.
e. Roof and exterior color and material shall be compatible with
the principal structure.
f. Accessory buildings on commercial /industrial sites shall be
limited to typical accessory storage uses, no auxiliary
commercial/ industrial use shall be allowed within an
accessory storage building.
g.
Site and building plan review shall not be required for
accessory building construction as an accessory building
that meets the requirements listed herein shall be
considered a minor project for the purposes of Section 2,
Subd. 5.A of this Ordinance.
h. Accessory buildings shall not be located within an easement.
j.
If the principal building is expanded to cover more of the lot,
the accessory building shall be removed if the intended need
no longer exists.
Building permits shall be required as regulated by the State
Building Code.
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AGENDA ITEM V B
STAFF ORIGINATOR: Jeff Smyser
P & Z MEETING DATE: May 12, 2010
TOPIC: PUBLIC HEARING: Amendments to
Zoning Ordinance and Subdivision Regulations Chapter
of City Code Regarding Development in Environmentally
Sensitive Areas, Tree Preservation, Landscaping, Planned
Unit Developments, and Platting
BACKGROUND
Since the late 1990s Lino Lakes has been pursuing a more environmentally sound means of
handling new development. The city's Handbook for Environmental Planning and
Conservation Development was printed in 1999. We followed that with the 2004 Parks,
Natural Open Space /Greenways and Trail Plan. The I -35E Corridor Alternative Urban
Areawide Review in 2005 established a "conservation design framework" for all development
within the study area. The draft new Comprehensive Plan further promotes the conservation
design principles laid out in all these documents. Chapter 2 creates the Resource Management
System Plan, establishing an open space system that corresponds with Environmentally
Sensitive Areas created by plans and rules of the Rice Creek Watershed District.
Now the City is creating and amending official controls to implement the ideas and plans. The
subjects of the public hearing tonight are sections of the zoning ordinance and subdivision
regulations, the primary controls for regulating new development. (A new stormwater
management ordinance also is in the works.) All the different ordinance requirements need to
work together toward the goals of preserving and creating a city wide greenway system through
the identification and protection of Environmentally Sensitive Areas.
The Rice Creek Watershed District is the governmental entity that regulates wetland impacts
and the public drainage ditch system. Extensive environmental research by the District and
Lino Lakes resulted in the creation of an overall Environmentally Sensitive Areas (ESAs) map
for Lino Lakes. The District's new rule RMP -3 is designed to identify and protect ESAs on
individual development sites. The District's rules protect wetlands and include requirements
for stormwater design. The Lino Lakes ordinances are intended to provide standards for
aspects of development that are beyond the scope of the Watershed District's authorities. In
this way, the City and the Watershed District's actions are partners in creating the citywide
greenway system of ESAs.
City staff have worked with Bonestroo to prepare draft new site layout performance standards
and landscaping and tree preservations standards. All of these are intended to apply to all new
plats, site plans for commercial /industrial /institutional uses, conditional use permits —in fact,
all new development in the city. The site layout performance standards are new. The
landscaping and tree standards would replace the existing sections of the zoning ordinance.
The process for reviewing new development is as important as the regulatory standards that
must be met. While we have been practicing the collaborative method for the past few years,
the new process sections will codify those practices into ordinance form. The new
collaborative design sections of the subdivision regulations would apply to all new plats and
planned unit developments. The PUD section of the zoning ordinance would refer to those
sections of the subdivision regulations. This will eliminate redundant and potentially
conflicting requirements in the current ordinance.
All these documents are drafts that are undergoing revision. It is likely the levels of
requirements now in the tables will be pared down. We also will need to clarify some things.
For example, tree preservation requirements for a development project should be different from
a builder getting a permit for a house and from a homeowner removing a tree in his yard.
The Environmental Board discussed the site layout, landscaping, and tree preservation
standards on May 4. The results of tonight's P & Z discussion will go to the Environmental
Board on May 26. The results of that discussion will be brought to the P & Z on June 9.
RECOMMENDATION
Open public hearing, discuss amendments, and continue the public hearing to June 9.
ATTACHMENTS
• Cover memo from Bonestroo
o Attachment 1: Draft Site Layout Performance Standards
o Attachment 2: Draft Landscaping and Tree Preservation Standards
• Draft of part Chapter 1001 of City Code, Subdivision and Platting
pages 1 -3 including: § 1001.021 COLLABORATIVE DESIGN PROCESS
• Draft of part of section of Zoning Ordinance Section 2, Subd. 10., PUD
pages 13 and 14 including: F. Procedure for Processing Planned Unit Development
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Memorandum Bonestroo
To: Michael Grochala, AICP, Community Development Director, City of Lino Lakes
From: Ciara Schlichting, AICP
Date: April 28, 2010
Re: Draft Ordinances
The purpose of this memo is to transmit draft ordinance language and reference materials for the
Environmental Board to review at their meeting on May 4, 2010. The proposed ordinance language is
intended to implement portions of the Resource Management System Plan in the 2030 Comprehensive
Plan Update. The attachments to this memo include the following:
Attachment 1: Site Layout Performance Standards
The proposed site layout performance standards are for the purposes of accommodating development
that protects, conserves and enhances the city's water and natural resources consistent with
Comprehensive Plan goals. The standards are organized in three overall categories that mimic Rice Creek
Watershed District's Better Site Design Guidelines. The three categories are: Natural Resource
Conservation, Disconnect and Distribute Stormwater, and Reduce Impervious Cover.
The two overall components of the Natural Resource Conservation section are the surface water
management system and environmentally sensitive areas (ESAs). The surface water management
system standards require the design of the surface water management system to be based on preserving
predevelopment hydrology and environmentally sensitive areas to the extent practical. The ESA
standards require the site design to be based on protecting, conserving, and enhancing ESAs to the
extent practical while allowing for equitable economic return. A draft landscape -scale map of ESAs is also
included.
Attachment 2: Landscaping and Tree Preservation Standards
The proposed landscaping and tree preservation standards are proposed to replace the existing standards
located in the zoning ordinance. The purpose of these standards is to establish landscaping standards
and tree preservation requirements that promote high quality site development, compatibility of uses,
biodiversity, tree protection, and to enhance the health, safety and general welfare of the residents of the
community. Bonestroo prepared example graphics that illustrated the application of the proposed
standards, which are included in the attachment. A list of approved and prohibited plant species is also
included.
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E. Site Layout Performance Standards. All uses shall comply with the requirements of this section.
1. Purpose. The City developed a Resource Management System Plan based on a water and
natural resource inventory and assessment and the vision, goals and policies developed through
the comprehensive planning process. The performance standards established in this section are
for the purposes of accommodating development that protects, conserves and enhances the
city's water and natural resources consistent with Comprehensive Plan goals.
2. Natural Resource Conservation. The two overall components of natural resource
conservation are the surface water management system and environmentally sensitive areas.
a. Surface Water Management System. The design of the surface water management
system shall be based on preserving predevelopment hydrology and environmentally
sensitive areas to the extent practical in accordance with the following minimum
performance standards:
1) Establish the wetland preservation corridor in accordance with watershed district rules.
2) Reduce the need for surface water management facilities by preserving and integrating
natural topography, soils and site drainage into the surface water management system
to the degree they can accommodate the additional flow and volume of water without
compromising water quality.
3) The preferred conveyance strategy is to transport wherever possible untreated and
treated runoff in conveyance facilities open to the atmosphere (e.g., swales, vegetated
buffer strips, energy- dissipating structures, etc.) rather than through enclosed pipes, so
as to decrease runoff velocity, allow for natural infiltration, allow suspended sediment
particles to settle, and to remove pollutants.
4) Site grading shall be minimized to the maximum extent reasonable to minimize impacts
to environmentally sensitive areas.
5) The surface water management system shall be designed to meet the performance
standards in the Lino Lakes Stormwater Management Ordinance, Lino Lakes Stormwater
Design Manual & RCWD Rules.
b. Environmentally Sensitive Areas (ESAs). The design of the site shall be based on
protecting, conserving, and enhancing ESAs to the extent practical while allowing for
equitable economic return. ESAs shall be identified and categorized through the site
planning process.
1) ESA Identification and Categorization. During the resource inventory and site
analysis process for a property that has an ESA, all ESA features on the site shall be
identified on the resource inventory map. Landscape -scale ESAs are mapped and on file
with the City. Balancing the goals of natural resource protection and conservation with
land use goals requires prioritizing ESAs. ESA categories (i.e., Natural Resource
Protected Area) are listed in descending order from the highest to the lowest level of
priority. ESA features (i.e., wetland preservation corridor, natural areas, etc.) listed
under each category are not prioritized.
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a) Natural Resource Protected Areas. These areas include:
i. Streams
ii. Lakes
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iii. Wetland Preservation Corridor (WPC): Areas designated as wetland preservation
corridor on the landscape -scale WPC boundary shown on Figure 1 in Rice Creek
Watershed District Rule RMP 3, as amended. The wetland preservation corridor
may include:
• Wetlands
• Natural and Semi - Natural Areas: Areas designated as Natural and Semi -
Natural Areas in accordance with Minnesota Land Cover Classification
System (MLCCS). Natural areas are comprised of more than 50% native
plants. Semi - Natural areas are comprised of less than 50% native plants.
• Floodplain: Areas designated as 100 -year floodplain and regulated under
the Lino Lakes Floodplain Ordinance.
b) Natural Resource Conservation Areas. These areas include:
i. Wetlands Non - contiguous to the WPC.
ii. Natural and Semi - Natural Areas: Areas designated as Natural and Semi - Natural
Areas in accordance with the MLCCS. Natural areas are comprised of more than
50% native plants. Semi - Natural areas are comprised of less than 50% native
plants.
iii. Floodplain. Areas designated as 100 -year floodplain and regulated under the
Lino Lakes Floodplain Ordinance.
c) Natural Resource Corridor Enhancement Areas: Corridors that provide
connections between environmentally sensitive areas to establish a more contiguous
and complete natural open space system.
2) Minimum Performance Standards for ESAs. The following are the minimum
performance standards that shall be used in the site planning process to maximize the
function and value of ESAs, to minimize adverse impacts to ESAs, and to allow
development activities that will provide equitable economic return.
a) Natural Resource Protected Areas. These areas shall be protected and
incorporated into new development to maintain the function and value of water
resources and associated upland habitat areas while allowing for passive
recreational use. Development within natural resource protected areas is largely
controlled, and where applicable, prohibited under established regulations. Specific
performance standards within a Natural Resource Protected Area are as follows:
i. Surface Water. Incorporate lakes and streams into the surface water
management system consistent with applicable watershed district, State of
Minnesota, and Federal statutes and rules (e.g., pre -treat runoff before
discharging into a lake or stream, volume control, and rate control).
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ii. Wetland Preservation Corridor. Establish the WPC in accordance with
watershed district rules. The delineated WPC will be established during the site
planning process.
iii. Vegetated Wetland Buffer. Establish an upland buffer of native vegetation
around wetlands within the WPC to maintain water quality and habitat.
Development is regulated in the following manner:
(a) The buffer shall average at least 50 feet in width, measure at least 25 feet
at all points, and meet the average width at all points of concentrated
inflow. The location of the buffer shall maximize the protection of ESAs.
(b) The vegetated wetland buffer and upland habitat area must meet the
requirements in RCWD RMP -3 and the Vadnais Lake Area Water
Management Organization, as amended
(c) Structures shall be setback a minimum of 10 feet from the edge of the
wetland buffer.
iv. Natural and Semi - Natural Areas. Conserve and enhance the function and
value of these areas for habitat, water quality, surface water management,
aesthetics, and passive recreational use.
(a) Suitable habitat for rare, threatened, or endangered species shall be
protected to the extent practical.
(b) The Level Two (T -3) tree preservation and mitigation requirements in
Section 3. Subd.4.Q shall apply to Natural Resource Protected Areas.
(c) Prairie and other non -woody natural and semi - natural communities shall be
considered for protection, restoration, and /or inclusion in the surface water
management system.
(d) Structures shall be setback a minimum of 10 feet from the edge of
protected natural and semi - natural areas.
b) Natural Resource Conservation Areas. These areas shall be conserved to
maintain the function and value of the area while allowing encroachment and
disturbance to accommodate development. Specific performance standards within a
Natural Resource Conservation Area are as follows:
i. Natural and Semi - Natural Areas. Conserve and enhance the function and
value of these areas for habitat, water quality, surface water management,
aesthetics, and passive recreational use.
(a) Suitable habitat for rare, threatened, or endangered species shall be
protected to the extent practical.
(b) The Level Two (T -2) tree preservation and mitigation requirements in
Section 3. Subd.4.Q shall apply to Natural Resource Conservation Areas.
(c) Prairie and other non -woody natural and semi - natural communities shall be
considered for protection, restoration, and /or inclusion in the surface water
management system.
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(d) Structures shall be setback a minimum of 10 feet from the edge of
protected natural and semi - natural areas.
ii. Wetlands Non - contiguous to the WPC: These areas shall be conserved in
accordance with applicable watershed district and Army Corps of Engineers
rules and permit requirements, as amended.
iii. Vegetated Wetland Buffer. Establish an upland buffer of native vegetation
to wetlands non - contiguous to WPC to maintain water quality and habitat.
(a) The buffer width must be at least 25 feet adjacent to the entire wetland.
The location of the buffer should maximize the protection of ESAs.
(b) The vegetated wetland buffer and upland habitat area must meet the
requirements in RCWD RMP -3 and the Vadnais Lake Area Water
Management Organization, as amended.
(c) Structures shall be setback a minimum of 10 feet from the edge of the
wetland buffer.
c) Natural Resource Corridor Enhancement Areas. These corridors shall be
established to provide contiguous and complete natural open space system, surface
water conveyance, and passive recreational uses. Specific performance standards
for Natural Resource Corridor Enhancement Areas are as follows:
i. Corridors should minimize natural resource fragmentation by creating
connections within and between natural resource protected areas or natural
resource conservation areas located on site and on adjacent properties.
ii. Corridors should be established where there is a convergence of multiple
features, such as surface water management areas, natural and semi - natural
areas, and existing or proposed trail corridors.
iii. The Level Two (T -2) tree preservation and mitigation requirements in Section 3.
Subd.4.Q shall apply within Natural Resource Corridor Enhancement Areas.
3) Wetland Buffer and Upland Habitat Requirements.
a) As a condition of approval, a property owner must record a declaration in a form
approved by the City establishing vegetated wetland buffer area adjacent to the
delineated edge of a wetland and upland habitat defined as an ESA through the site
planning process. The declaration must state that on further subdivision of the
property, each subdivided lot of record shall meet the monumentation requirement
of paragraph E.2.b.3.b. On public land or right -of -way, in place of a recorded
declaration, the public owner may execute a written maintenance agreement with
the City. The maintenance agreement will state that if the land containing the buffer
or upland habitat area is conveyed to a private party, the seller must record a
declaration for maintenance in a form approved by the City.
b) Buffer or upland habitat area is to be indicated by permanent, freestanding markers
at the buffer or habitat area upland edge, with a design and text approved by City
staff in writing. A marker shall be placed at each lot line and at all angle and curve
points, with additional markers at an interval of no more than 200 feet. On public
land or right -of -way, the monumentation requirement may be satisfied by the use of
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markers flush to the ground, breakaway markers of durable material, or a
vegetation maintenance plan approved by City staff in writing.
c) The application must include a natural resource management plan for City approval
that includes the following: site inventory, management goals, management
activities, maintenance activities, monitoring activities, funding mechanisms, and
any other information requested by City staff.
d) The buffer or upland habitat area will consist of vegetated land, primarily plant
species native to this region that is not otherwise disturbed, except for periodic
cutting or burning that promotes the health of the buffer or upland habitat area,
actions to address disease or invasive species, or other actions to maintain or
improve buffer or habitat area quality, each as approved in writing by City staff.
The following are prohibited: land that is cultivated; cropped; pastured; mowed;
fertilized; used as a site for depositing snow removed from roads, driveways or
parking lots; or subject to the placement of mulch or yard waste. For public road
authorities and stormwater system maintenance, the terms of this subsection will be
modified as necessary to accommodate safety and maintenance feasibility needs.
e) Wetland buffer and upland habitat area may be disturbed to alter land contours or
improve buffer and upland habitat function if the following criteria are met:
i. An erosion control plan is submitted under which:
• alterations are designed and conducted to expose the smallest amount
of disturbed ground for the shortest time possible;
• fill or excavated material is not placed to create an unstable slope;
• mulches or similar materials are used for temporary soil coverage; and
• permanent native vegetation is established as soon as possible.
ii. Wooded buffer and native riparian canopy trees are left intact.
iii. When disturbance is completed:
• sheet flow characteristics within the buffer are improved;
• average slope is no steeper than preexisting average slope or 5:1
(horizontal:vertical), whichever is less steep; however, preexisting slopes
steeper than 5:1 containing dense native vegetation will not require
regrading;
• the top 18 inches of the soil profile is not compacted, has a permeability
at least equal to the permeability of the preexisting soil in an
uncompacted state and has organic matter content of between five and
15 percent; and
• habitat diversity and riparian shading are maintained or improved.
iv. A re- vegetation plan is submitted specifying removal of invasive species and
establishment of native vegetation suited to the location.
v. A recorded declaration or, for a public entity, maintenance agreement is
submitted that states that for three years after the site is stabilized, the
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property owner will correct erosion, maintain and replace vegetation, and
remove invasive species to establish permanent vegetation according to the re-
vegetation plan.
vi. Disturbance is not likely to result in erosion, slope failure or a failure to establish
vegetation due to existing or proposed slope, soil type, root structure or
proposed construction methods.
f) No above- or below- ground structure or impervious surface may be placed within
the buffer or upland habitat area permanently or temporarily, except as follows:
i. A public utility, or a structure associated with a public utility, may be located
within a buffer or upland habitat area on a demonstration that there is no
reasonable alternative that avoids or reduces the proposed buffer intrusion. The
utility or structure shall minimize the area of permanent vegetative disturbance.
ii. Stormwater features that are vegetated consistent with E.2.b.3.d may be
located within buffer on site - specific approval.
iii. Buffer or upland habitat area may enclose a linear surface no more than 10 feet
in width and, for buffer, no less than 25 feet from the delineated wetland edge
for non - motorized travel if wetland habitat will not be measurably reduced. Trail
edge mowing is not permitted.
3. Disconnect and Distribute Stormwater. The guidelines established in this section are for
the purposes of maximizing the use of pervious areas at the site to help filter and infiltrate runoff
generated from impervious areas and to spread excess runoff over pervious areas.
a. Compost and Amended Soils. To recover soil porosity lost due to compaction, soils
should be amended to allow for adequate water holding capacity for plant growth and
infiltration of runoff.
b. Disconnect Impervious Surfaces. Runoff from impervious surfaces such as parking Tots,
driveways, and sidewalks should be routed to adjacent pervious areas to be filtered or
infiltrated into the soil.
c. Rooftop Disconnection. Runoff from rooftops should be spread over lawns and other
pervious areas.
4. Reduce Impervious Cover. Less impervious cover directly results in less stormwater runoff
and pollutant loads generated at the site. Impervious surface should be reduced to the extent
practical.
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Incentives. To provide for equitable economic return in consideration of protection and conservation of
ESAs and surface water management areas, potential incentives may be offered. The following are
potential incentives that may be offered (the location of these incentives in the ordinance is yet to be
determined):
1) Wetland replacement credits
2) Stormwater management credits
3) Density bonus or transfer
4) Tree preservation credits
5) Landscape requirement credits
6) Park dedication credits
7) Trunk utility and stormwater management fee credits
8) Reduced setbacks
9) Staging plan flexibility
10) Financial incentives when consistent with city policy
11) Reduce required front yard setback to reduce driveway length
12) Reduce required side yard setback to allow narrower frontages to reduce street length
13) Reduce required street width
14) Reduce required cul -de -sac radius
15) Reduce required parking ratios
16) Reduce required parking lane widths
17) Reduce required parking stall dimensions
18) Reduce driveway width
19) Allow shared driveways
20) Allow alternative surfaces for driveways (pervious)
21) Reduced sidewalk requirements
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Attachment 2: Landscaping and Tree Preservation Standards Page 1
Q. Landscaping and Tree Preservation Standards
1 Purpose. To establish landscaping standards and tree preservation requirements to promote
high quality site development, compatibility of uses, biodiversity, tree protection, and to
enhance the health, safety and general welfare of the residents of the community.
2 Definitions. The following words and terms, wherever they occur in this Ordinance, shall be
interpreted as herein defined:
Approved Species: Species found on the City maintained list which may be planted. The City
may restrict applicant's use of approved species in certain situations where the species may
be inappropriate.
Basic use area: Area dedicated to site's primary use, including building, parking, loading,
driveways, outbuildings, trash enclosures, utilities, and grading necessary for implementation
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.
Buffer: Linear bands of vegetation, and /or space providing separation between two separate
land uses.
Caliper: Standard measure of tree size for newly planted trees. The caliper inches of a tree
is the diameter of the trunk. This dimension is measured at 6" above the ground when the
trees are 4" caliper and less. For trees over 4" caliper, the diameter of the trunk is measured
at 12" above the ground.
Canopy: The top layer or crown of trees.
Cutting: The feeling or removal of a tree or any procedure in which the natural result will
lead to the death or substantial destruction of a tree. Such acts include, but are not limited
to, severe cutting back of limbs to stubs larger than three inches in diameter, and damage
inflicted upon the root system of the tree. Cutting does not include normal pruning within
the bounds of normal arboricultural practice.
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.
Diseased tree: A tree with a health condition which makes it subject to a high probability of
failure.
Dripline: 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'.
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Large Tree: Overstory 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'.
Native species: A plant species that is indigenous to the local ecosystem.
Perennial: A plant, usually a flowering species, having a lifespan of more than two (2) years.
Prohibited species: Species that may not be planted within the City that are typically invasive
or considered a nuisance.
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
dripline 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
requirements.
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.
Topping: Severe pruning removing at least 30% of a tree canopy, and drastically altering the
shape.
Whip: Small bare root tree with a juvenile root system.
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3 Applicability. New residential platted subdivisions, mixed use, commercial, institutional and
industrial uses shall be subject to the landscaping requirements. The landscape requirements
have been divided into four categories: Canopy Cover (C), Foundation Landscape (FL), Open
Areas Landscape (OL) and Landscape Screen (LS). Each category contains one or more levels
for the C, FL, and OL requirements. The landscape requirement level applicable to each use
is described in the following table:
Landscape Requirements by Land Use
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Canopy
Coverage
(C)
ndscape Regi
Foundation
Landscape (FL)
Open Areas
Landscape (OL)
Landscape
Screen (LS)
Single Family
NA
NA
OL -1: outlots,
OL -3: detention pond
areas
Multi Farnil
Residenti
C -2
FL -2: front facade
FL -1: back and side
facades
OL -2: outlots
OL -3: detention pond
areas
Commercial
C -1
C -2
FL -2: facades facing
public roads or less
intense uses
FL -1: all other
facades
FL -2: facades facing
public roads or less
intense uses
FL -1: all other
facades
OL -1: applicable non -
detention areas
OL -3: detention pond
areas
OL -1: applicable non -
detention areas
OL -3: detention pond
areas
C -2
C -2
FL -2: facades facing
public roads or Tess
intense uses
FL -1: all other
facades
FL -2: facades facing
public roads or less
intense uses
FL -1: all other
facades
OL -2: applicable non -
detention areas
OL -3: detention pond
areas
OL -2: applicable non -
detention areas
OL -3: detention pond
areas
See Section
Q.7 for
Landscape
Screen
requirements
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4 Canopy Cover (C). 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, dropoffs and other areas covered with
a hard surface intended for vehicles.
a. The required minimum canopy coverage for each level is described in the following table:
Canopy Cover (C) Requirements
C
25%
C -2
60%
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)
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
(for new trees)
Interior parking
lot islands
Within less than 7' of
vehicular hardscape
edge
7' -12' from
vehicular
hardscape edge
signed Canopy Coverage 100% of the
Value* canopy square
footage
50% of the canopy
square footage
25% of the
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950 SF, or 1100
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475 SF
238 SF
Medium Tree
490 SF
245 SF
123 SF
Small Tree
250 SF
125 SF
NA
Existing Tree:
6 -12 "dbh
1900 SF
950 SF
NA
Existing Tree:
12+ "dbh
2850 SF
1425 SF
NA
*Existing trees have assigned canopy coverage value when the dripline 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
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5 Foundation Landscape (FL). The purpose of this requirement is to soften and enhance
building architecture, define access points, add color and seasonal interest, and to blend
buildings in with the natural environment.
a. The foundation landscape planting requirement for each level is described in the
following table:
Foundation Landscape (FL) Requirements
Pe
100 linear feet (LF) of Building*
Level
rees and Shrubs
1 large,
1.5 medium, or
2 small
2 large,
3 medium, or
4 small
3 large,
5 medium, or
10 small
6 large,
10 medium, or
20 small
Foundation
Landscape Zone
Within 15' of the building
*Round to the nearest plant
b. The following equation shall be used to calculate required foundation landscape
plantings:
Budding Linear Feet / 100 = # of required trees and shrubs
c. The foundation landscape 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 requirement difficult to meet.
6 Open Areas Landscape (OL): The purpose of this requirement 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 outlots, cul de sac islands, boulevard medians,
storm water detention areas, and disturbed areas that are not located within the foundation
landscape zone, vehicular hardscape area or the building footprint. Open areas landscaping
shall meet the following requirements.
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a. The open areas planting requirements for each level is described in the following table:
Open Areas Landscape (OL) Requirements
1 large;
1.5 medium,
2 small
5 medium, or
10 small-
0
Per 5000 SF
Per 5000 SF
OL -2_'
Per 3000 SF
Per 3000 SF
OL -3
Per 2000 SF
Per 2000 SF
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.
7 Landscape Screen: The purpose of this requirement is to separate and buffer different land
use types, screen roads and parking, and hide utility and loading areas. Landscape screens
shall meet the following requirements.
a. Between parking lots and public sidewalks or areas where parking is adjacent to
residential uses, provide a year round screen at least 30" in height. The parking lot
screen shall be implemented through one of following methods:
1) Provide continuous shrub cover. Shrubs must be located and spaced to achieve
100% opacity within 5 years. See Q.7.d.
2) Provide a continuous wall constructed of permanent materials.
b. Provide a year round screen at least 6 feet in height where any of the following situations
apply:
1) Between residential uses and arterial or collector roads.
2) Between any development adjacent to a less intense land use.
3) Between loading and service areas and the public view.
c. The year round screen 6 feet in height screen shall be implemented through one of the
following methods:
1) Provide continuous shrub cover. Shrubs must be located and spaced to achieve
100% opacity within 5 years. See Q.7.d.
2) Provide a 6' wall or fence constructed of permanent materials. Provide continuous
shrub cover for 50% of the wall or fence on the exterior side.
3) Provide a 6' berm or a 4' berm with continuous shrub cover. Shrubs must be
located and spaced to achieve 100% opacity within 5 years. See Q.7.d.
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d. To achieve 100% opacity with shrubs, a double row of plants with
triangulated spacing shall be used. See illustration. Shrubs shall be
spaced so that visibility through the screen is completely blocked
within 5 years of the time of planting. Small shrubs shall be a planted
at a maximum of 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.
e. In addition the shrub and wall screen requirements, all screens shall be planted with
large trees every 50 LF, medium trees ever 35 LF, or small trees every 25 LF or some
combination thereof, along the length of the screen.
f. 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 requirements.
f. Berms shall be irrigated with maximum side slopes of 3:1.
g.
Permanent walls 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 materials include wood, metal, masonry, concrete and stone.
8. Boulevard Tree Requirements:
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 requirements at the City's discretion.
9. General Landscaping Requirements:
a. Desirable existing trees may be used to fulfill Canopy Cover, Foundation Landscape and
Open Areas Landscape requirements if applicable by placement. Desirable existing trees
are valued according to the following table:
Existing Tree Value
Deciduous
trees under 6"
DBH or
Evergreen
trees under
12' tall
Deciduous
trees between
6 " -12" DBH or
Evergreen
trees between
12' -20' tall
Deciduous trees'
over 12" DBH or
Evergreen trees
over 20' tall.
Tree Value
1 large tree
2 large trees
3 large trees
b. Requirements may be met by grouping different sizes of trees and shrubs.
c. New trees may fulfill Canopy Coverage, Foundation Landscape and Landscape Screen
requirements simultaneously if applicable by placement.
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d. An existing tree is considered to be removed if the tree trunk is damaged or if more than
30% of the dripline area is disturbed during the construction process.
e. The City may allow flexibility in landscape requirements if there are conflicts with solar
power, wind power, water harvesting, food production or other innovative measures
proposed for the site.
f. The landscape plan shall be compared to all applicable CPTED (Crime Prevention
Through Environmental Design) standards and reviewed by the police department.
g. Trees and shrubs shall not be planted in the right of way without City authorization.
10. Landscaping Guidelines and Technical Requirements: The purpose of the guidelines
and technical requirements is to encourage plant longevity, minimize maintenance, and
mitigate conflicts with other site features. An initial investment in high quality materials,
careful design and planning, and proper construction techniques can result in plant longevity
and long term maintenance cost reduction.
a. Species Selection: Appropriate species selection is critical to maximize the benefits of
plant materials. Healthy, long lived plants well suited to a site will reduce maintenance
and replacement costs, while providing the most aesthetic and environmental gain.
Native species in the built environment will supplement and connect the existing natural
areas. Diversity is also important for an overall healthy and balanced landscape that is
less susceptible to pests and disease.
1) The City shall maintain a list of approved species. The list is based on Lino Lakes
area natural vegetative cover and includes additional hardy, non - invasive species.
Approved species are classified by size. For each site, plants shall be selected based
on mature size and adaptability to site conditions, such as microclimate, salt,
pollution and other factors. The list of approved species is not exhaustive.
Applicants requesting to plant a species not on the list shall submit species name,
height, width, form, hardiness zone, and other relevant information. The City shall
classify new species based on tree size standards. For large projects the City may
require applicants to comply with the following requirements:
i. Species diversity
ii. A minimum percentage of native species
iii. A minimum percentage of large trees
iv. A minimum percentage of evergreen trees.
2) The City shall maintain a list of prohibited species. This list includes species that are
invasive or have other negative characteristics that may lead to ecological damage.
3) Exposed soil is not allowed. All areas not covered by a structure or hardscape shall
be planted and mulched in accordance with the following:
i. In areas with low pedestrian traffic, the use of low maintenance turf, typically
fescue blends, is encouraged. In areas of high pedestrian traffic, the use of turf
mixes with a higher percentage of rye grass is encouraged.
ii. Turf in areas near roads and parking lots shall be salt tolerant.
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Groundcovers shall be turf, perennials, annuals, small grasses, or low spreading
shrubs. Type of groundcover should be determined by site conditions and
anticipated use. Mulch is acceptable in landscape beds and areas not suitable for
living groundcovers.
iv. Hardy perennial forbs and ornamental grasses should be used in car overhang
areas and places where snow may be stored.
4) Annual plantings should be minimized within 10' of a tree. The process of frequently
replanting may damage the tree's shallow root system.
5) Seed mixes should be used in large expanses of naturalized areas. The City shall
maintain a list of approved seed mixes. Where seed mixes are used, the City may
request that visible edge treatments be planted with more deliberate groupings of
flowering plants.
6) A permanent solid edge such as a 6" concrete, stone or other barrier is required
between native seeded areas and turf unless otherwise approved by the City.
b. Planting Requirements:
1) To promote development of a large, healthy canopy, trees shall be planted in
accordance with the requirements in the following table and illustration:
Planting Requirements
Minimum
island width
for roots
(back of curb
to back of
curb)
Minimum
tree
opening
Minimum
planting
soil
Minimum
cubic feet
of soil
available
per tree in
a single
bed
Minimur
cubic feet of
soil available
per tree in a
shared bed c
three sided
island
Large Tree
9' -0"
4'x6'or
5' x 5'
24"
400 CF
325 CF
Medium Tree
6' -0"
4'x6'or
5' x 5'
24"
250 CF
215 CF
Ti
5' -0"
4' x 5'
18"
180 CF
135 CF
16' typicat car space
Calculate planting soil wc«lume b
ength x Width x Depth
Engineered Planting Soil
Minimum Island Width dimension can be reduced to the Minimum Tree Opening dimension if
reath adjacent hardscape to achieve required
engineered planting soils are us
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2) Soils: Landscaped areas need high quality soils that retain moisture for plants to use,
but drain adequately. Soil shall be uncompacted existing soil, new planting soil or
engineered soils designed to allow plant growth. Proper soil preparation helps to
ensure long term survival of the plants and to reduce the need for ongoing
maintenance, additives, and pest control. If soil compaction exceeds 1400 kPa (200
psi) at the time of planting, the soil shall be loosened. Preexisting soils may be used
and should be protected from compaction during construction.
3) Mulch: Mulch helps plant health by keeping the soil moist, protecting soil nutrients,
preventing erosion, encouraging infiltration, and inhibiting weed growth. Mulch from
decomposing materials such as wood chips enriches the soil over time. Although
decomposing mulch needs to be replenished approximately twice a year to maintain
adequate thickness, once plants grow together there is often need for little or no
mulch. Mulch shall comply with the following requirements:
a) Provide mulch at a depth of 3 -4" for wood chips, 4 -6" for shredded bark and 3 -4"
for rocks or other non - organic matter.
b) Provide a 3' minimum diameter mulch ring at the base of trees.
c) Prohibit mounding mulch at the bases of trees, or allowing mulch within 4" of
plant stems and trunks, as this will cause them to rot.
d) If used, only water permeable fabric is permitted as a weed barrier.
e) Leave one inch of space from the top of the mulch layer to adjacent hardscape
surfaces to prevent spilling.
f) The City may limit certain types of mulch in areas where safety or spilling may be
an issue.
g)
Mulch should not be mixed with underlying soil.
4) Fertilizer: When fertilizer is used, organic and slow release fertilizers are
recommended.
5) Drainage: Tree planting pits shall drain adequately. Drainage for trees may be
accomplished through the use of non - compacted and well draining soils. The City
may require the following drainage test: Dig 8" diameter holes 1' deep and fill with
water. If the holes do not drain within 24 hours adjust bed design or composition in
order to achieve proper drainage. If the underlying soils retain water, the applicant
shall provide additional drainage measures.
6) Tree protection after construction: Bollards, barriers, or spacing may be necessary
to protect trees from cars. Bike parking should be included to discourage locking
bikes to trees. For tree protection during construction see Section Q.15.
c. Tree and Infrastructure Placement: Tree placement should be given consideration when
locating overhead and underground utilities. Service utilities should be located outside of
plant beds where they may conflict with tree plantings. Consider using conduits for
buried utilities to allow future work with less disruption to roots. The clearances in the
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following table are recommended from the center of the tree trunk to avoid future
conflicts:
Tree and Utility Spacing Recommendations
Utilit
Distance to Center of Tr
Lights, Utility Poles, Fire Hydrants
10'
Water, Sanitary, Storm and Gas lines
6' from the center of the line.
Conduit for dry utilities (electric, cable)
3'
Utility clean outs and access points
3'
Overhead utility lines (consult utility
company for additional requirements)
5' to mature tree canopy (may require
trimming, topping is prohibited, see
Section Q.10.f)
d. Clear Vision Area for Local Residential Roads: Shall
mean the triangular area of a corner lot formed by the
intersection of the right -of -way (ROW) lines and a line
connecting them at points 20' from the intersection
unless otherwise directed by the City (see illustration).
Within this area, visibility shall be unobstructed
between a height of 30 inches and 8 feet above the
center line grades of the intersecting roads.
Clear Vision Area for County Roads: Shall be
determined on a case by case basis, depending on the road alignment, grading, traffic
speed and the nature of the intersection and is subject to County and City review.
e. The minimum plant size requirements are described in the following table:
Minimum Plant Size Requirements
Plant Type
Minimum Size*
Large trees
Bare Root - 1.75"
Balled and Burlapped or Container - 2" caliper
Medium and small trees
Bare Root - 1.5"
Balled and Burlapped or Container - 1.5" caliper
Evergreen trees
6' height
Large shrubs
3 gallon container
Medium shrubs, small shrubs and
groundcovers
1 gallon container
Ornamental grasses and perennials
4" pot
* City may limit bare root plantings in areas of high visibility. In selected situations the City may
allow ten (10) whip bare root plantings, or five (5) 3/4" caliper bare root plantings to be
substituted for 1 large tree. Bare root plantings must be protected with rodent guards.
f. All boulevard trees shall be balled and burlapped and a minimum size of 2" caliper
g. Installation and Maintenance
1) Installation: Proper planting is the first and most important step toward establishing
healthy and low maintenance vegetation. All plantings shall be installed in
accordance with standard practices of horticultural professionals.
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Stem girdling roots are often fatal for trees that have been planted too deep or have
mulch or soil built up around the trunk. All trees shall be planted so that the root
flare (where the trunk widens out just above the roots) is visible above the ground
level and the highest large root is within 1/2" of the ground surface. All adventitious
roots should be cut away at the time of planting to avoid the formation of stem
girdling roots.
2) Maintenance: The property owner or if applicable, the homeowners association, shall
be responsible for maintenance of landscape elements (plants, structures, pavement,
etc.) so as to present a neat and aesthetically pleasing appearance free of any
unhealthy or potentially unsafe conditions. Landscaping shall be maintained to be
weed -free, healthy, trimmed, mown, edged, reseeded, pruned, and replaced with
similar plant species if necessary. Specific requirements for watering and pruning
follow:
i. Watering: All plantings require regular watering for at least the first three years
to get established. Once the root system has developed, many hardy plants,
especially native plants, may only need supplemental watering in drought
conditions.
Cultured turf areas and landscape berms shall be permanently irrigated. The
City may allow low maintenance turf to be non - irrigated if a method for
supplemental watering, such as a spigot or rain barrel, is provided.
For landscape beds ongoing irrigation may be provided through a permanent or
temporary system, or by hand. (Note: typical installed irrigation systems do not
provide adequate water for new trees.) Permanent irrigation systems with an
automatic controller shall utilize rain sensing technology. Overspray should not
fall outside of the landscaped area. Water efficient drip or underground
irrigation is required in shrub and groundcover landscape beds for permanent
systems. Temporary systems may use spray irrigation for shrubs or plugs. See
Water Conservation Ordinance for additional watering requirements.
ii. Pruning: Plants shall be pruned to avoid conflict with other structures, remove
dead or diseased limbs and for optimum shaping. The City recommends that
trees be pruned by a certified arborist every 4 -7 years, which can help reduce
maintenance costs. Topping or extreme crown reduction is prohibited unless the
tree is a safety hazard or such measures are approved by the City.
Trees overhanging walkways should be pruned up to 7' when mature. Trees
overhanging streets should be pruned up to 10' when mature. Smaller trees
should receive limited pruning appropriate to the size and age of the tree.
Branches that are hazardous for any reason shall be removed immediately. The
City may direct pruning.
The property owner or if applicable, the homeowners association, shall be
responsible for removing any trees or shrubs or parts thereof that are dead,
diseased or overhang or interfere with traffic control devices, public sidewalks, or
rights -of -way.
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11. Tree Preservation and Mitigation Requirements: The purpose of these requirements 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.
a. Tree preservation and mitigation requirements for each level are described in the
following table:
Tree Preservation and Mitigation Requirements
Environmen___
Sensitive Area
(ESA) Category
Tree'. Location:
within Basic
Use Area
Tree
Loca
ion: 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
Level T -1
no mitigation
required
provide 1 tree per
1 tree removed
provide 1 tree
per 2 trees
removed
Natural Resource
Conservation Area
or Natural Resource
Corridor
Enhancement Area
Level T -2
provide 1 tree per
4 removed
provide 2 trees
per 1 tree
removed
provide 3 trees
per 2 trees
removed
Natural Resource
Protected Area
Level T -3
provide 1 tree per
2 removed
provide 2 trees
per 1 tree
removed
provide 3 trees
per 2 trees
removed
b. Trees used for mitigation purposes must meet the Landscaping Guidelines and Technical
Requirements in Section Q.10.
c. Trees used for mitigation may also fulfill the Open Areas Landscape Requirement at the
discretion of the City.
d. Trees with thirty percent (30 %) of the roots damaged are considered to be removed and
must be mitigated for at the applicable rates.
e. Undesirable trees are not subject to preservation and mitigation requirements.
f. Trees on single family lots are not subject to preservation and mitigation requirements.
Replacement trees shall be planted on site.
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h. 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.
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12. 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. 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 or are 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.
b. The tree survey shall be the basis for the tree protection plan, tree mitigation
requirements, and the use of existing trees to fulfill landscape requirements.
c. The tree survey must include tree species, size, location, dripline, canopy line and tree
condition for all deciduous trees over 6" dbh, all evergreen trees greater than 12' tall, or
the location of tree stands proposed for protection, including trees on adjacent properties
where the root zone extends onto the development property.
13. Tree Protection Plan:
a. A tree protection plan shall be required for all soil disturbance activities where tree
preservation and mitigation requirements apply in accordance with Q.11.a. A tree
protection plan shows how protection and mitigation requirements will be met and how
preserved trees will be protected during construction and other potentially harmful
activities.
b. The tree protection 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 protection plan requirement.
d. A tree protection plan shall include: size (dbh), species, condition, location, and root
projection zone (5' out from the dripline) 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 protection, whichever is applicable. The plan shall show
location and type of tree protection fence, staging areas, and concrete washout areas.
Fencing shall be installed and inspected by the City prior to soil disturbance. The plan
shall show directional felling if necessary to avoid damage to adjacent trees.
e. Trees to be preserved shall be tagged in the field and keyed to the tree protection plan.
The City may inspect the trees to verify compliance with the protection plan at any time
during construction.
f. The tree protection plan should not conflict with natural resource management plan
required for environmentally sensitive areas. See Section 2, Subd. 6.E.2.b.
See the Stormwater Ordinance for other construction related requirements.
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14. Individual Lot Tree Preservation Plan: To be determined.
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15. Tree Protection During Construction: Trees that are to be preserved must be protected
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1) 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 should be installed to
instruct workers to stay out of the root protection zone.
2) Areas where development must encroach upon the root protection zone must be
identified on the tree protection plan in which case the fencing shall be installed at
that edge.
3) 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.
4) Trees damaged by construction, or with more than thirty percent of the roots
disturbed, shall be counted as removed and mitigated at applicable rates.
16. Non - Compliance: If the City finds that the property is not in compliance with the approved
landscaping 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.
17. Use of Performance Security: If after notification of non - compliance, the property owner
or if applicable, the homeowners association, fails to achieve compliance within sixty (60)
calendar days, the City may exercise its authority to use the performance security to address
compliance.
Canopy Cover Figure 1:
Sample Development:
Large tree (typ symbol)
Vehicular hardscape
(shaded area)
Mixed Use development must meet the C -1 Canopy Cover Requirement: 25% canopy coverage over
the vehicular hardscape area.
Sample Calculations:
Total vehicular hardscape area = 20,911 SF
Requirement is to achieve 25% canopy coverage over hardscape: 20,911 x .25 = 5228
Tree Value Shown:
6 Large Trees in interior islands: 6 x 950' = 5700'
The required SF of canopy coverage (5228 SF) has been met. The requirement could also have been
met by using smaller trees and /or trees placed around the perimeter.
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interior islands
Existing tree
(15" dbh)
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Commerical development must meet the C -2 Canopy Cover Requirement: 60% canopy coverage
over the vehicular hardscape area.
Sample Calculations:
Total vehicular hardscape area = 33,280 SF
Requirement is to achieve 60% canopy coverage over hardscape: 33,280 x .60 = 19,968'
Tree Value Shown:
1 Existing Tree over 12" dbh (value of 3 large trees) around perimeter: 3 x 475' = 1425'
5 Large Trees in interior island with more than 3 trees: 5 x 1100' = 5500'
6 Large Trees in interior islands: 6 x 950' = 5700'
1 Medium Tree in interior island: 1 x 490' = 490'
15 Large Trees around perimeter: 15 x 475' = 7125'
Total Canopy Coverage: 1425' + 5500' + 5700'+ 490' + 7125' = 20,240'
fihe required SF of canopy coverage (19,968' SF) has been met.
Large tree (typ symbol)
Medium tree (typ symbol)
Vehicular hardscape
(shaded area)
4 large trees in interior
islands
5 large trees in interior
island with more than 3
trees.
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Prohibited Species:
Invasive and nuisance species are typically prohibited. The City may also prohibit the use of any species
classified as invasive by the DNR or MnDOT.
Common Name
Norway Maple
Amur Maple
Common Buckthorn
Barberry
Burning Bush
Russian Honeysuckle
Miscanthus Grass
Japanese Spirea
Scientific Name
Acer platanoides
Acer ginnala
Rhamnus cathartica
Berberis thunbergii
Euonymus alata
Lonicera tatarica
Miscanthus sylvestris
Spiraea japonica
Approved Species:
Large Trees: Large tree species are typically overstory canopy trees reaching heights of 40' or more. Large
trees are often high enough to not interfere with signage and accessibility in a developed area.
Large Trees:
Deciduous
Common Name
Oak
Maple
Hackberry
Birch
Honeylocust
Linden/Basswood
Ginkgo
Kentucky Coffee Tree
Amur Cork Tree
Catalpa
Willow
Robusta Poplar
European Larch
Elm
Ironwood
Scientific Name
Quercus spp (all climatic Zone 4
varieties)
Acer spp (all climatic Zone 4 varieties
with the exception of Acer Platanoides
(Norway Maple)
Celtis occidentalis
Betula spp(all climatic Zone 4 varieties)
Gleditsia tricanthos
Tilia spp (all climatic Zone 4 varieties)
Ginkgo biloba (male tree only)
Gymnocladus dioica
Phellodendron amurense
Catalpa speciosa
Salix spp
Pupulus x Robusta
Larix decidua
Ulmus spp (all climatic Zone 4 and Dutch
Elm resistant varieties)
Ostrya virginiana
Bitternut Hickory Carya cordiformis
Note: All Ash (Fraxinus spp are currently prohibited due to the Emerald Ash Borer unless approved by
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varieties of larger trees. Medium sized trees often have ornamental value such as fruit or flowers and are
useful in smaller areas or to suit the scale of a pedestrian environment.
Medium Trees:
Deciduous
Common Name Scientific Name
Ohio Buckeye Aesculus glabra
Crabapple Malus spp (all climatic Zone 4 varieties,
note that some may be small trees)
Hawthorne
Crataegus spp (all climatic Zone 4 varieties,
note that thornless varieties and proper
placement should be considered)
Amelanchier spp (all climatic Zone 4
Serviceberry varieties)
Musclewood Carpinus caroliniana
Cherry Prunus spp (all climatic Zone 4 varieties)
Native Chokecherry Prunus virginiana
Mountain Ash Sorbus acuparius
Japanese Tree Lilac Syringa reticulata
* Many types of medium trees, may actually be small trees or shrubs
depending on the specific characteristics of the species, variety or cultivar
Small Trees: Small trees are often used for accent plantings, buffering and pedestrian scale environments.
They are generally 18' height and smaller.
Small Trees:
Deciduous Common Name Scientific Name
Viburnum spp (all climatic Zone 4
Viburnum varieties)
Dogwood Cornus spp (all climatic Zone 4 varieties)
Staghorn Sumac Rhus typhina
Crabapple Malus spp (all climatic Zone 4 varieties,
note that some may be small trees)
Arborvitae Thuja spp (all climatic Zone 4 varieties)
Evergreen Trees: Evergreen trees add contrast in texture and form, and winter interest, as well as providing
wildlife value. Evergreen trees are defined as having a central leader and reaching a mature height of 16'.
Evergreen trees are classified as large trees, except when smaller than 16' at maturity in which case they are
classified as shrubs.
Evergreen Fir Abies spp (all climatic Zone 4 varieties)
Spruce Picea spp (all climatic Zone 4 varieties)
Pine Pinus spp(all climatic Zone 4 varieties)
Canadian Hemlock Tsuga canadensis
Douglas Fir Pseudotsuga menzeseii
Cedar Cedrus spp (all climatic Zone 4 varieties)
Large Shrubs: Large shrubs typically grow over 6' tall and are often used for screening, buffering and as
foundation plantings to reduce the scale of large buildings. The City may restrict the use of shrubs in
places where the anticipated growth may interfere with access, visibility and safety.
Large Shrubs:
Deciduous
Common Name Scientific Name
Viburnum spp (all climatic Zone 4
Viburnum varieties)
Dogwood Cornus spp (all climatic Zone 4 varieties)
Syringa spp (all climatic Zone 4
Lilac varieties)
Alpine Current Ribes alpinum
Dwarf Ninebark Physiocarpus opulifolius
American Filbert Corylus americana
Medium Shrubs: Medium shrubs are 3' -6' height.
Medium Shrubs:
Deciduous
Common Name Scientific Name
Snowberry Symphorocarpus alba
Black Chokeberry Aronia Melanocarpa
Dwarfbush Honeysuckle Diervilla lonicera
Fragrant Sumac Rhus aromatica
Small Shrubs: Small shrubs are smaller than 3' Small shrubs, perennials, ornamental grasses and
groundcovers are interchangeable in fulfilling the small shrub requirement.
Small Shrubs:
Common Name Scientific Name
Grow Low Sumac Rhus aromatica 'Grow Low'
Summersweet Clethra alnifolia
Bush Cinquefoil Potentillafruticosa
Evergreen Shrubs: Common Name Scientific Name
Juniperus spp (all climatic Zone 4
Juniper varieties)
Mugo Pine Pinus mugo
Yew Taxus spp (all climatic Zone 4 varieties)
Arborvitae Thuja spp (all climatic Zone 4 varieties)
Holly Ilex spp (all climatic Zone 4 varieties)
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form to the landscape. The following ornamental grasses may be counted as small shrubs.
Ornamental
Grasses: Common Name Scientific Name
Little Bluestem Shizachyrium scoparium
Big Bluestem Andropogons gerardii
Feather Reed Grass Calamagrostis acutiflora
Prairie Dropseed Sporobolus heterolepis
Switchgrass Panicum spp
Sedges Carex spp
Flowering Perennials: Flowering perennials add color and texture and human scale to a planting plan.
Hardy perennials can be good plants for sites where plans are likely to be damaged, such as parking
overhang areas. Perennials and ornamental grasses are recommended for areas where snow may be stored.
Flowering
Perennials: Common Name Scientific Name
Purple Coneflower Echinecea purpurea
Black Eyed Susan Rudbeckia fulgida
Spiked Gayfeather Liatris spicata
Daylillies Hemerocallis spp.
Columbine Aquilegia spp.
Asters Aster spp.
Joe Pye Weed Eupatorium spp.
Blanket Flower Gaillardia spp.
Hostas Hosta spp.
Asters Aster spp.
Joe Pye Weed Eupatorium spp.
Blanket Flower Gaillardia spp.
Hostas Hosta spp.
Bee Balm Monarda spp.
Catmint Nepeta x fassenii
Goldenrod Solidago spp.
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Chapter 1001, Lino Lakes City Code: SUBDIVISION AND PLATTING
CONCEPT PLAN
§ 1001.025 -020 GENERAL.
(1) , ' _ _ _ - Prior to submittal of a preliminary
plat, applicants shall prepare and submit a concept plan_ depicting the subdivision proposal for
- . iling a formal application. The concept plan shall be the product of a
collaborative designprocess. On the basis of the concept plan, the city shall informally advise
the subdivider as promptly as possible of the extent to which the proposed subdivision generally
conforms to the Comprehensive Plan, to the design standards of this chapter, and to other
applicable requirements, and shall discuss possible modifications.
(Ord. 04 -03, passed 2 -24 -2003)
(2) Purpose. The purpose of the Concept Plan is to provide an opportunity for the applicant
to submit a plan to the City showing the basic intent and the general nature of the entire
development before incurring the substantial cost of preparing apreli.minary plat application.
This Concept Plan provides an opportunity for the proposal to be publicly considered at an early
stage.
1001.021 -§ 1001.024 reserved
§ 1001.025 COLLABORATIVE DESIGN PROCESS
(1) Purpose. The purposes of the collaborative design process are:
a. to incorporate into the design of the project the goals and public values in the
Comprehensive Plan and other elements deemed to serve public purposes;
b. to gather information and obtain guidance as to the general suitability of the proposal
for the area in which it is proposed and its conformity to city policies:
c. to determine as early as possible if a Planned Unit Development is the most
appropriate and effective means of achieving the goals of the Comprehensive Plan
and complying with the City's site performance;
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d. to recognize the economic needs of the project and incorporate them into the project
design;
e. to provide the opportunity to accomplish these things before incurring the substantial
public or private expense of preparing detailed plans and information required for
formal application and review of a preliminary plat.
(2) City staff and the applicant shall meet to collaborate on the design of the project to
incorporate the goals and public values in the Comprehensive Plan. Specialists with expertise on
the issues and elements of the site shall be included in the process when deemed appropriate by
the City or the applicant. For projects that include land within Environmentally Sensitive Areas,
the discussions and meetings shall include representatives of the Rice Creek Watershed District.
The collaborative design process includes three steps: initial collaboration meeting,
neighborhood meeting. and the collaborative design meeting.
(3) Initial Collaboration Meeting.
a. Prior to preparing and submitting the concept plan under the requirements of this
chapter. an applicant for a project requiring a plat or Planned Unit Development
(PUD) shall meet with city staff to discuss the proposed development, the
requirements for pursuing a development application, the collaborative design
process, and other issues relevant to the project.
note: The City strongly recommends that the applicant refrain from preparing any
site layout plans prior the initial collaboration meeting in order to avoid the expense
of changing the plans.
b. Information for collaborative design process. The City staff shall assemble and
provide at this meeting environmental information it has that is relevant to the project.
c. At the initial collaboration meeting. City staff. selected specialists. and the applicant
shall discuss elements to be considered and included in the project design when
applicable, including but not limited to:
a. City goals and public values described in Comprehensive Plan relevant to the site
b. the City's Resource Management System Plan
c. Resource Management Plan and Rule RMP -3 of the Rice Creek Watershed District
d. the collaborative design process
e. existinu conditions and environmental features
f. preservation and/or enhancement of Environmentally Sensitive Areas (ESA)
g. site layout performance standards and other official controls
h. economic needs of the developer
i. potential for flexibility with a PUD
i. general location of streets and utilities
k. general location and extent of public and common open space
1. general location of land use types (residential and non - residential) and intensities
m. architectural themes
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n. management structure options and issues
o. other special criteria relevant to development of the site
(6) Neighborhood meeting. After the initial collaboration meeting. the City and applicant
shall hold a neighborhood meeting for discussion and feedback prior to submitting a concept
plan application. The purpose of the neighborhood meeting is to discuss the relative issues listed
in paragraph (3) above and gather information and input from the community.
(7) Collaborative design meeting. After the neighborhood meeting, a collaborative design
meeting shall occur. The applicant, City staff and consultants, and appropriate specialists with
expertise on the issues and elements of the site shall meet to collaborate on designing the concept
plan. The applicant shall incorporate information and recommendations of the meeting and
prepare the concept plan submittal information required in § 1001.026.
(a) For projects that include land within Environmentally Sensitive Areas. this design
group shall include a representative of the Rice Creek Watershed District.
(8) The City may waive the need for the collaborative design meeting if, at the discretion of
the City, the site design issues are resolved to a sufficient degree that the concept plan can be
prepared based on information gathered by the initial collaboration meeting and the
neighborhood meeting.
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(Zoning Ordinance Section 2, Subd. 10 PUD, Planned Unit Development.)
F. Procedure for Processing a Planned Unit Development.
1. Stages of PUD. All PUD applications. including rezoning and CUPs. shall be
subject to the information submittal requirements and the review process
described in Chapter 1001, even if the PUD does not include a subdivision. As
described in this chapter and in Chapter 1001. additional information may be
required for a PUD compared to other development applications. The
information and review processing steps for a PUD are intended to provide for an
orderly development and progression of the PUD project Plan, with the greatest
expenditure of developmental funds being made only after the City has had
ample opportunity for informed decisions as to the acceptability of the various
segments of the whole as the plan affects the public interest. The various steps
and applications, --e e • _are:
a. Application Conference and Neighborhood Meeting. Preliminary discuajons.
la. General PUD Concept Plan Application. Collaborative design of and
consideration of the overall concept and plan, including the information and
process required in this chapter and the information and process required for
a concept plan in § 1001. This includes the information. meetings. and
process for collaborative design described in § 1001.Thc concept plan review
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PUD Preliminary Plan Application.
Consideration of plans and documents
establishing the uses. densities. architectural themes. conditions,
management structure and duties, staging, layout of streets, utilities. open
space. and building sites, and other elements of the project. including
information and process required in this chapter and the information and
process required for a preliminary plat in § 1001.
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dc. PUD Final Plan Application. The summary of the entire concept and each
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fal-a44Consideration of the Final Plan. which is to serve as a complete, final,
detailed, and permanent public record of the PUD and the manner in which it
is to be developed. It shall incorporate all prior approved Plans and all
approved modifications thereof resulting from the PUD process. including the
information and process required in this chapter and the information and
process required for a final plat in § 1001.
Application Conference. Prior to filing of-an application for PUD,
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applicant shall bc prepared to generally describe the proposal for a PUD.
The primary purpose of the conference shall be to provide the applicant
with an opportunity to gather information and obtain guidance as to the
general suitability of the proposal for the area for which it is proposed and
its conformity to thc provisions of this Ordinance before incurring
23. The person applying for a planned unit development shall fill out and submit to
the Zoning Administrator an application form together with a fee as established
by the City. Council resolution. The request for planned unit development shall
be placed on the agendas of the Park Board, Environmental Board, and Planning
and Zoning Board according to the City's d dine and meeting schedule.
34.RA planned unit development/rezoning application shall be posted and
advertised as required by city code for a zoning amendment. in accordance with
Section 2, Subd. 1 of this Ordinance.
5. Planned unit development/conditional use permit applications shall bc posted
and advertised in accordance with Sec. 2 Subd. 2.B. of this Ordinance.
46.PA public hearing& shall be held at for the PUD Development Stage Plan
57. General Concept Plan Application.
a. Purpose. The purpose of the General Concept Plan is to provide an opportunity
for the applicant to submit a plan to the City showing the basic intent and the
general nature of the entire development before incurring the substantial cost of
preparing a preliminary plat application. This Concept Plan provides an
opportunity for the proposal to be publicly considered at an early stage. The
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application and plan to the City showing his basic intent and the general nature of
the entire development before incurring substantial cost. This Concept Plan
provides an opportunity for thc proposal to be publicly considered at an early
stage. The following elements of thc proposed General Concept Plan represent
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collaborative design discussion points at 1001.025
1) Overall Maximum PUD Density Range.
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