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STAFF REPORT DATE: 11/14/2022
PUBLIC HEARING
ITEM#: 4C
TO: Planning Commission
FROM: Ben Hetzel, City Planner
AGENDA ITEM: Zoning Text Amendment – PUD Amenities
BACKGROUND:
The City Council has directed the Planning Department to pursue amendments to the Planned Unit
Development (PUD) Regulations of the Lake Elmo City Code. A PUD is an overlay zoning district that
provides flexibility in the use of land and the placement and size of buildings within the development of
residential and nonresidential areas. Approval of a PUD overlay district results in specific requirements
and standards that are unique to that specific development. Examples of approved PUDs within the City of
Lake Elmo include Legacy at North Star, Wildflower at Lake Elmo, Easton Village, and Eagle Point
Business Park.
At the October 11, 2022 workshop, City Council directed staff to make changes to Table 16-2: Site
Amenities of Section 105.12.1160. Table 16-2 lists possible PUD site amenities that developers could
provide in order increase the density above what is typically allowed in the base zoning district. A PUD
may provide for an increase in density of residential development by up to 20 percent. The table also
provides the standards that must be met for each amenity and their corresponding amenity points. One
density point equals one density increase percentage. City Council feels that the amenities listed in City
Code should be amenities that are a benefit to the City.
The PUD code was established in 2013. Since 2013, only one PUD amenity had been removed, while none
have been added. Some of the amenities no longer align with the City’s objectives and Comprehensive
Plan. The Planning Department is also working on amendments to other sections of the PUD code that will
be brought before the Planning Commission at a later date.
ISSUE BEFORE THE PLANNING COMMISSION:
The Planning Commission is being asked to review the proposed amendments, hold a public hearing, provide
feedback and make a recommendation to the City Council on the proposed amendments.
PROPOSED CHANGES
Staff has removed certain amenities from Table 16-2 that were not viewed as a benefit to the City and have
added amenities that are considered a benefit. Added amenities include the implementation of stormwater
reuse systems for irrigation for individual residential lots and the incorporation of renewable energy
sources. In addition, modifications were made to some existing amenities to provide more appropriate and
concise expectations.
The proposed amendments of Section 105.12.1160 are depicted using strike-thru (deletion) and underline
(addition).
105.12.1160 Density
The PUD may provide for an increase in density of residential development by up to 20 percent of that
allowed in the base zoning district. Applicants seeking increased residential density through a Planned Unit
Development are required to provide at least one (1) or a combination of site amenities that equal the
required amount of amenity points to achieve the desired density bonus.
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(a) Amenity points and equivalent density increases. Increases in density will be awarded through a 1:1
ratio with amenity points. For every increase in amenity points for a planned unit development, the
applicant will be allowed an equivalent amount of density increase, up to a maximum increase of
20 percent. Table 16-1 outlines the required amount of amenity points to achieve various density
increases.
Table 16-1: Amenity Points and Equivalent Density Increases
(b) Site amenities. Site amenities that are eligible for amenity points are listed in Table 16-2, along
with their associated standards of implementation. Some of the amenities may be awarded a range
of amenity point based upon the quality and magnitude of the amenity. The City is not requiring
the installation or use of any of these amenities.
(c) Site amenities not listed. The City may also consider the allotment of amenity points for site
amenities that are not otherwise specified within this article as part of the preliminary plan phase of
the planned unit development.
Table 16-2: Site Amenities
Points Amenity Standards
5--10 Underground or
structure parking
Proposed underground or structured parking must be integrated into the
primary structure. The purpose of this amenity is to better integrate parking
into the site, reduce the amount of surface parking stalls, and reduce the
amount of impervious surface. Proposed underground or structured parking
must reduce the amount of surface parking stalls located outside of the
footprint of the principal structure by a minimum of 25 percent. Amenity
points will be awarded based upon the amount of surface parking stalls
reduced (between 25--50 percent). For every additional five percent of
surface parking stalls reduced above 25 percent, the applicant will be
awarded one additional amenity point, up to a maximum of ten amenity
points. The facade of any underground or structure parking areas must match
the architectural design of the principal structure.
5-10
Advanced
Strormwater
Reuse for
Irrigation
The construction of stormwater reuse irrigation systems for the purpose of
irrigating individual residential lots. A minimum of 50 percent of the total
proposed residential lots shall be served by a stormwater reuse irrigation
system. Amenity points will be rewarded based upon the total amount of
residential lots served. For every additional ten percent of the total lots
served, the applicant shall be rewarded one additional amenity point. All
stormwater reuse irrigation systems shall meet the requirements of LEC
105.12.1150(d).
Amenity Points Density Increase
5 5 percent
10 10 percent
15 15 percent
20 20 percent
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10 Historic
preservation
Preservation, rehabilitation or restoration of designated historic landmarks in
a manner that is consistent with the standards for rehabilitation of the
Secretary of the Interior as part of the development.
10 Additional open
space
A minimum of 50 percent of the site not occupied by buildings shall be
landscaped outdoor open space. A minimum of 50 percent of the provided
open space shall be contiguous. Open space classifications that qualify may
include natural habitat, neighborhood recreation, trail corridors or open
space buffers.
10 Public right-of-
way dedication
Dedication of land and construction of a public road, trail, pathway, or
greenway that is part of an approved city plan, but outside the scope of the
immediate project area. Right-of-way improvements should be designed per
the specification of the city engineer.
5 Fire sprinkler
systems
The installation of fire sprinkler systems, per NFPA 13, 13D or 13R, in
structures that are not currently required to install these systems under state
code. Amenity points will only be awarded in situations where there are a
significant proportion of structures in the development that are not required
to be sprinkled under the state building code. In addition, the density bonus
calculation shall only be applied to the number of structures that do not
require fire sprinkler systems.
5
Leadership in
energy and
environmental
design
The proposed development shall meet the minimum standards for LEED
Silver certification. The project does not have to achieve actual LEED
certification; however, tThe developer must submit the LEED checklist and
documentation to the City, approved by a LEED Accredited Professional
(LEED-AP), which shows that the project meets LEED Certification. will
comply with LEED Silver requirements.
5 Renewable
Energy
A minimum of 30 percent of the total electricity usage shall be derived from
renewable energy sources through onsite generation and/or renewable
energy credits.
5 Adaptive reuse Significant renovation, rehabilitation and adaptive reuse of an existing
buildings, rather than demolition.
5 Plaza
The development shall include some form of plaza or public square that is
wholly or partly enclosed by a building or buildings. Plazas are landscaped
or paved open areas that shall have a minimum area not less than 1,000
square feet. Plazas for commercial or mixed-use development shall be open
to the public during daylight hours.
1-5 Enhanced
landscaping
A landscaping plan of exceptional design that has a variety of native tree,
shrub and plan types that provide seasonal interest and that exceeds the
requirements of the Lake Elmo Design Standards Manual. The landscaped
areas should have a resource efficient irrigation system. The landscaping
plan shall be prepared by a licensed landscape architect. Amenity points
shall be awarded based upon the quality and magnitude of the landscaping
plan.
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Enhanced
stormwater
management
Provide capacity for infiltrating stormwater generated on-site with artful rain
garden design that serves as a visible amenity. Rain garden designs shall be
visually compatible with the form and function of the space and shall include
long-term maintenance of the design. The design shall conform to the
requirements per the Minnesota Stormwater Manual and shall meet the
approval of the city engineer.
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1-3 Theming
Significant utilization of various elements of theming consistent with the
2013 Lake Elmo Theming Project, including, but are not limited to, signage,
fencing, landscaping, lighting and site furnishings. Amenity points will be
awarded based upon One amenity point shall be rewarded for every
integrated theming component. Each theming component must be
incorporated along 100 percent of the proposed streets to receive credit. A
maximum of three credits shall be rewarded. the quality and magnitude of
theming elements integrated into the project.
3 Natural features
Site planning that preserves significant natural features or restores ecological
functions of a previously damaged natural environment above and beyond
that required by city ordinance or engineering standards.
FISCAL IMPACT:
None
OPTIONS:
The Planning Commission may:
• Recommend adoption of the proposed amendments.
• Recommend adoption of the proposed amendments with amendments.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the Planning Commission recommend adoption of the subject amendments.
“Motion to recommend adoption of the proposed amendments to Table 16-2: Site Amenities of
Section 105.12.1160.”
ATTACHMENT:
Table 16-2: Site Amenities of Section 105.12.1160 Density