HomeMy WebLinkAboutWoodbury Sec._24_255.___Recreational_equipment_in_residential_areas.Sec. 24-255. - Recreational equipment in residential areas.
In residential districts recreational equipment up to 24 feet in length may be parked or stored
outdoors as follows:
(a) One piece of recreational equipment per dwelling unit. When recreational equipment is on a
trailer, the trailer and piece of recreational equipment shall be considered as one. Measurement
does not include tongue of trailer or motor (if applicable).
(b) On any rear or side lot not within five feet of the lot line on concrete or blacktop.
(c) In the front lot, not within 15 feet of the curb on concrete or blacktop.
(d) Recreational equipment may not be parked or stored on a public street.
(e) Recreational equipment shall be maintained in good condition and currently licensed if
applicable.
(Ord. No. 1863, § 1863.01, 10-24-2012; Ord. No. 1957 , § 11, 12-12-2018)
Sec. 24-239. - Location of parking areas and additional parking criteria.
Residential:
(a) Spaces accessory to one- and two-family dwellings shall be located on the same lot as the
principal use served.
(b) Spaces accessory to multiple family dwellings shall be located on the same lot as the principal
use served or within 300 feet of the main entrance to the principal building served.
(c) Vehicle parking on single-family attached and single-family detached parcels shall comply with
the following:
(1) All portions of a vehicle shall be located on the dwelling side of a curb.
(2) Vehicles shall not obstruct a trail or sidewalk.
(3) Vehicles shall be located on an approved parking surface as referenced within section 24-
240.
(d) Vehicles parked/stored outdoors shall have license plates visible at all times.
Non-residential:
(a) When required accessory off-street parking facilities are provided elsewhere than on the lot in
which the principal use served is located, they shall be in the same ownership or control, either
by deed, easement or long-term lease, of the subject property. The owner shall file a recordable
document with the city council requiring the owner and his heirs and assigns to maintain the
required number of his/her off-street spaces during the existence of the principal use.
(b) Off-street parking spaces shall not be utilized for overnight parking, camping and/or sleeping,
storage of goods and/or equipment, or for the storage of vehicles unless approved by the
zoning administrator.
(c) Parking shall not be allowed in areas that are not designated for off-street parking.
(d) Parking areas may not be used for snow storage unless approved by the zoning administrator
through a snow storage plan.
(Ord. No. 1863, § 1863.01, 10-24-2012; Ord. No. 1957 , § 6, 12-12-2018)
Sec. 24-254. - Exterior storage.
(a) Residential districts. All materials and equipment shall be stored within a building or be fully hidden
with a solid fence or wall not less than five feet in height so as not to be visible from adjoining
properties except for the following in good order.
Exceptions: The following items which are in use, or usable, and in good condition, are exempt:
(1) Clothes lines or similar.
(2) Recreational equipment in compliance with section 24-255.
(3) Outdoor cooking grills and the like.
(4) Play structures.
(5) Construction and landscaping materials and equipment currently being used on the premises.
Exception: Materials and equipment located outdoors and in view in excess of six months.
(6) Agricultural equipment and materials, located on permitted agricultural use property, if they are
used or intended for use on the premises.
(7) Firewood. Firewood shall be located outside of easements, at least five feet from property lines
and within side and rear yards only. Firewood shall not exceed three feet in length. Quantities
larger than one cord shall be fully hidden (see above) from adjacent properties.
(8) Rain barrels, meaning a storage container that holds rain water for reuse including a
manufactured, built-in outlet, spigot or faucet for draining and use of the stored water.
(9) One storage container, with gate(s)/door(s), not exceeding five feet in height and 25 square
feet in area. Containers shall be located outside of easements, at least five feet from property
lines and within side and rear yards only.
(10) Outdoor furniture. Outdoor furniture may include up to two deck boxes.
(11) Hose and/or hose reel when adjacent to an exterior faucet and neatly kept.
(12) Lawn, garden, and holiday ornamentation.
(b) Nonresidential districts. All exterior storage shall be fully hidden from view. Merchandise on display
without a permit is considered exterior storage and is prohibited except where specifically allowed by
zoning district regulations.
(Ord. No. 1863, § 1863.01, 10-24-2012; Ord. No. 1957 , § 10, 12-12-2018)
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City Code Frequently Asked Questions
Can I park a Recreational Vehicle, boat, trailer, etc. on my property?
One recreational vehicle or piece of equipment up to 24 feet in length may be stored outdoors.
If equipment is on a trailer, the trailer and equipment shall be considered as one.
Equipment must be setback 15 feet from the curb, five feet from the side and five feet from the rear
property lines. Recreational vehicles and equipment shall be on an established driveway surface, such
as concrete or blacktop.
Are there any ordinances affecting the placement of play structures, etc.?
Swing sets, sandboxes, play structures, dog kennels, concrete slabs, satellite dishes and similar
structures shall be at least five feet from side and rear lot lines, and may not be within the front yard.
Can I store my trash can in the driveway?
All trash containers and recycle bins shall be stored indoors, or be fully screened from view.
I would like to expand my driveway. Are there any ordinances affecting this?
Driveways shall be a minimum of 10 feet in width, with a maximum width of 30 feet at the property line.
Driveways within the R-4 zoning district shall be constructed of plant mixed bituminous or concrete
surface. Driveways shall be set back at least five feet from side and rear lot lines.
Can commercial equipment be parked in residential areas?
Commercial vehicles and equipment may not be parked or stored in a platted residential district except
when loading, unloading or rendering a service. This includes vehicles over three-quarter ton capacity,
maximum 8000 pounds GVW , and commercial trailers.
My neighbor has a dismantled lawnmower, ladders, and old appliances in his backyard. Can he
store these things outside?
All materials and equipment shall be stored within a building, or be fully screened by a five foot fence,
so as not to be visible from adjoining properties.
Exceptions:
Laundry drying. Recreational equipment. Construction and landscaping materials.
Equipment currently being used on the premises. Agricultural equipment and materials, if they are
used or intended for use, on the premises.
Off-street parking of passenger vehicles and pickup trucks on approved surfaces.
Firewood must be five feet from property lines and in side or rear yards only. Quantities over one
cord must be fully screened from view.
Do I need a permit to put up a fence?
A Permit is not required to build a fence. See Fence Ordinance summary on website.
http://www.ci.woodbury.mn.us/images/stories/building-docs/fenceordinancesummary.pdf
Each development may have its own private covenants that may be more restrictive than the
city’s ordinances. The Homeowner Association is responsible for enforcing the development’s
private covenants.
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