HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024-14CITY OF LAKE ELMO
COUNTY OF WASHINGTON
STATE OF MINNESOTA
ORDINANCE NO.2024-14
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE LAKE ELMO CITY CODE BY
AMENDING ARTICLE XIII VILLAGE DISTRICTS
SECTION 1. The City Council of the City of Lake Elmo hereby amends Article XIII Village
Districts. The City Code is hereby amended by changing the following sections (Proposed language is
underlined, deleted language is shown with stT-ike gh):
105.12.770 Purpose And District Description
The village districts encompass the Lake Elmo Village Planning Area. The village districts provide for an area of
compact development including a mix of uses made mutually compatible through a combination of careful
planning and urban design and coordinated public and private investment. The mixture of uses and level of density
and intensity is intended to support the level of public infrastructure planned for the area.
a) V-LDR Village Low Density Residential. The purpose of the V-LDR zoning district is to provide
opportunity for lower density residential development within the Village Planning Area and to create a
transition and connectivity between the heart of the Old Village and surrounding rural areas. Appropriate
housing types in this area may include single-family detached housing. Residential development within
areas zoned V-LDR will occur at a density of 1.5 to 3.00 units per acre.
b) V-MDR Village Medium Density Residential. The purpose of the V-MDR is to provide an area for greater
variety in housing stock and bring more people closer to living within easy access of Old Village
destinations and amenities. The district shall consist primarily of higher density, single-family
detached housing. Appropriate w,.....ing t"es i this area may include single r ...;i. deta,r a Single-
family attached, duplexes, and townhomes/villa housing types shall not exceed 25% of the
development. Residential development within areas zoned V-MDR will occur at a density of 3.01 to 8
units per acre.
c) V-HDR Village High Density Residential. The purpose of the V-HDR is to provide an area for a variety
of higher density housing types in the Village Planning Area and to bring a higher concentration of people
closer to Old Village destinations and amenities. This area is intended to provide for opportunities for
more housing at a wider range of price points and to provide lifecycle housing in Lake Elmo. Appropriate
housing types in this area may include multi -family dwellings. First floor non-residential uses may be
appropriate. Residential development within areas zoned V-HDR will occur at a density of 8.01 to 12
units per acre.
d) VMV Village Mixed -Use District. This district is intended to continue the traditional mixed -use
development that has occurred in the Old Village by allowing retail, service, office, civic and public uses
as well as residential units. The mixture of land uses within the district is essential to establishing the level
of vitality and intensity needed to support retail and service uses. Development within areas zoned VMX
will occur at a density of 5 - 10 units per acre. Senior congregate care facilities may exceed this density
maximum with a range not to exceed a total of 16 units per acre, provided the facility can satisfy all zoning
and applicable conditional use permit review criteria. The placement of building edges and treatment of
building, parking, landscaping, and pedestrian spaces is essential to creating the pedestrian friendly
environment envisioned for the VMX district.
105.12.780 Permitted And Conditional Uses
Table 11-1 lists all permitted and conditional uses allowed in the village districts. "P" indicates a permitted use,
"C" a conditional use. Uses not so indicated shall be considered prohibited. Cross-references listed in the table
under "Standards" indicate the location within this section of specific development standards that apply to the
listed use.
a) Combinations of uses. The following use types maybe combined on a single parcel:
1. Principal and accessory uses may be combined on a single parcel.
2. Permitted or conditional uses allowed within the district may be combined on a single parcel,
provided that a unified and integrated site plan is approved. If one or both of the uses is/are
conditional, the entire development must be approved as a conditional use.
b) `"''^A Combination of uses, VMX district.
1. A mixed -use building that combines permitted or conditionally permitted uses may be developed
meeting the form standards of this subchapter.
c) Non -Residential Uses.
1. On property zoned V-HDR, allowed non-residential uses shall be located permitte on the street
level (first floor) only. Such use shall have its primary entrance from the front or side of the
building.
Table 11-1: Permitted and Conditional Uses, Village Districts
V-LDR
V-MDR
V-HDR
VMX
Standard
Residential Uses
Household Living:
Single-family detached dwelling
P
P
p
49 P
LEC
105.12.8320(
Two-family dwelling3
P_* _
P
G- P
Seigle -family attached dwelling!
G _
C
C
LEC
105.12.8320,00
Multifamily dwelling
C _
C
C
LEC
105.12.8320(-)
Secondary dwelling
C-P
G-P
P
C-P
LEC
105.12.8320{a4
Live -work unit
O
C
42-P
LEC
105.12.83200)
Group Living:
Group home
P
C
P
LEC 105.12.500
Group residential facility
-
C
-
C
LEC 105.12.500
Congregate housing
-
C
-
C
LEC 105.12.500
Semi -transient accommodations
-
-
C
LEC 105.12.500
Public and Civic Uses:
Community services
-
-
P
LEC 105.12.110
Day care center
-
G
-
P
LEC 105.12.110
Public assembly
-
-
-
C
LEC 105.12.110
Religious institutions
-
-
-
C
LEC 105.12.110
Schools, public and private
-
-
-
C
LEC 105.12.110
Services:
Business services
-
-
C
P
LEC 105.12.110
Business center
-
-
E
LEC 105.12.110
Offices
-
-
C
P
LEC 105,12.110
Communications services
-
-
P
LEC 105,12.110
Education services
-
-
C
P
LEC 105.12.110
Financial institution
C
P
LEC 105.12,110,
V-HDR first floor
only and drive-thru
prohibited. VMX
drive-thru by
Conditional Use
Permit.
Funeral home
-
G
LEC 105.12.110
Lodging
-
C
C
`^
Medical facility
-
G
C
LEC 105.12.510
Membership organization
-
C
Nursing and personal care
-
C
LEC 105.12.510
Personal services
-
C
P
LEC 105.12.110
Repair and maintenance shop
-
G
LEC 105.12.8320
Trade shop
-
C
LEC 105.12.110
Veterinary services
C
LEC 105.12.110
Food Services:
Standard restaurant
G
P
LEC 105.12.110
Restaurant with drive -through
G
C
In VMX drive
shall be locatedd in in
rear yard. LEC
105.12.520
Drinking and entertainment
-
P
LEC 105.12.520
Sales of Merchandise:
Retail trade I
-
-
P
LEC 105.12.110
Farmer's market
-
-
C-P
Garden center
_
-
C
LEC 105.12.960(g)
950
Neighborhood convenience store
-
C
P-C
P
LEC 105.12.110
Shopping center
-
C
LEC 105.12.110
Wayside stand
P
P
LEC 105.12.�50
740(d)
AutomotiveNehicular Uses:
Automobile maintenance service
-
C2
LEC 105.12.930
820
TTtVIobilepaftsAuppb,
-
C
LEC 105.12.430
820
Gasoline station
-
C?
LEC 105.12.530(b)
Parking facility
-
G
C
C
LEC 105.12.530(l�
820
Sales and stemge lots
G
LEG 105.12,530(e)
Outdoor Recreation:
Outdoor recreation facility
G
C
LEC 105.12.550(e)
540
Parks and open areas
P
P
P
P
On public property
or as an accessory
use to serve
residents of a
primary use
Indoor Recreation/Entertainment:
Indoor athletic facility
8
C
C
LEC 105.12.560
550
Indoor recreation
C
LEC 105.12.560
550
Transportation and Communications:
Broadcasting or communications
C
LEC 105.12.110
facility
Accessory Uses:
Home occupation
P
P
P
P
LEC 105.12.110
Bed and breakfast
P
-
P
LEC 105.04
12.110
Family day care
P
P
-
P
LEC 105.12.110
Group family day care
-
C
LEC 105.12.110
Temporary sales
P
P
-
P
LEC 105.12.Q'
830fh)
Parking facility
_
P
LEC 105.12AN
110
Solar equipment
P
P
P
P
Roof mounted only
1 Retail Trade in the VMX District includes all uses and activities defined as Retail Trade in LEC 105.12.110(b)
(5) with the exception of building supplies sales and warehouse club sales.
2 Uses shall only be located on lots fronting Stillwater Boulevard North/CSAH 14 or Manning
Avenue/CSAH 15.
3 In the V-MDR district, single-family attached, duplexes, and townhomes/villa housing types may be
permitted, as part of a PUD, but shall not exceed 25% of the development.
105.12.790 Lot Dimensions And Building Bulk Requirements
Lot area and setback requirements shall be as specified in Table 11-2, Lot Dimension and Setback Requirements.
Table 11-2: Lot Dimension and Setback Requirements, Villages Districts
TV--LDR
V-MDR
V-HDR
VMX
Minimum Lot Area (square feet): a
Nonresidential use
None
Single-family detached
dwelling front/rear
9,000/7,000
6,000/4,000
6,000/4,000
9--,OW 6,000/4,000
loaded driveway) n
Two-family dwelling
(per unit) -
+O 22 500
2,500
4,000-2
Single-family attached
2,500
2,500
3-,00&2500
(per unit) -
Multifamily dwelling
3-080
1,800
2,800
(per unit)
Secondary dwelling
See LEC
See LEC
See LEC
See LEC 10512.740(c)
105.12.740(c)
105.12.740(c)
105.12.740(c)
Congregate housing
See LEC
LEC 105.12.500(c)
105.12.500(c)
Minimum Lot Width (feet):
Single-family detached
dwelling (front/rear
70/50
-50 60/40
60/40
q0 60/40
loaded driveway) n
Two-family dwelling
(twin/vertical) (per unit)
-
30/25
30/25
30/25
b-C
Single-family attached
25
25
25
(per unit)'A
Multifamily dwelling
-
75
60
75
(per building)
Live -work unit
-
25
25
25
Maximum height
35
35/3 d
-50 45/3
35/3 ae
(feet/stories)i
—
Maximum Impervious Coverage:
Residential lots
35 percent
50 percent
75 percent
75 percent
Other
No Limit
Minimum Building Setbacks (feet):
Single -Family Detached and
Attached: - 25
Front yard
25
25
25
Multifamily Dwellings: -25
Non -Residential Uses: -25
Commercial/Mixed Use: 10
Interior Side Yard:
Principal building
10
10
10
10 e f
Principal building —
10
5
5
5
Single -Family Detached
Attached garage or
accessory structure
5
5
5
5
Corner side yard
15
4-5-10
4-5-10
0 re
Rear yard'
20
20
20
10 9-A
Notes to Village Districts Table:
a. No development may exceed the residential density range as specified in the comprehensive plan for the
corresponding land use category.
b. In all districts except V-LDR: For single-family detached dwellings, driveway access is encouraged to
be rear loaded to meet density requirements and Traditional Neighborhood Development design
principles. Front loaded access is allowed for flexibility within the development but shall not exceed 25%
of the development. See 105.12.820-830 for parking requirements related to attached and detached
garages.
b-c. Two-family units may be side -by -side with a party wall between them (twin) or located on separate floors
vertical in a building on a single lot (duplex). The „e „it „ e„t..:„ this table apply t,, t„.:„ • „:'
..,het e., e„ .. „gle lot to ,. duple.
lets The ..t.,„A,.«A.. f «single family detached dwelling
�ir'b'i or se„..«..te
shall apply
eentaining two tly sopa ate,l units o a single lot. If a driveway through the front yard, along the side
of building is proposed, the lot width shall increase by 10 feet or the width of the proposed driveway,
whichever is greater. See 105.12.820Ib).
e-d . In the case of single-family attached dwellings that are not situated on individual lots, minimum lot size
shall be applied to each unit as a measure of density; i.e., one unit per 2,500 square feet. This standard is also
used for multifamily dwellings. If a driveway through the front yard, along the side. of the building is
proposed, the lot width shall increase by 10 feet or the width of the proposed driveway, whichever is
greater. See 105.12.820-830. Since dwellings are attached, interior side yards are not required. Buildings
shall have a minimum separation of 20 feet.
d e . Buildings up to 45 feet in height may be permitted as part of a PUD in the VMX district u„'1.. '� 1 MD
dis riot
e f. Side yard setbacks in the VMX district apply only along lot lines abutting residentially zoned parcels or those
parcels with residential uses as the sole use.
fig. Corner properties. The side yard facade of a corner building adjoining a public street shall maintain the front
setback of the adjacent property fronting upon the same public street, or the required front yard setback,
whichever is less. If no structure exists on the adjacent property, and provided required setbacks are not otherwise
stated herein, the setback shall be shown in the table.
g h. Properties zoned V-LDR abutting Stillwater Boulevard North (CSAH 14), Lake Elmo Avenue North (CSAH
17) north of Stillwater Blvd (CSAH 14), and Manning Avenue North (CSAH 15) shall have a minimum structure
setback of 50 feet.
i. Rear loaded detached garages, that open onto an alley, are not required to have a setback from the rear
property line.
1. Below grade/basement dwelling units shall be considered the first floor.
105.12.800 Dimensional Requirements And Preservation Of Open Space
a) Averaging of lot area. When lots are clustered within a development to provide common open space, the
open space may be used to calculate an average density per lot to determine compliance with the individual
lot area requirements.
b) Lot dimension reductions. Other reductions in dimensional standards may be considered as part of a
planned unit development if these reductions provide for common open space within a development.
105.12.810 General Site Design Considerations; Village Districts
Development of land within the village districts shall follow established standards for traffic circulation,
landscape design, and other considerations as specified in the Lake Elmo City Code (LEC). Traditional
Neighborhood Development principles shall be followed.
a) The Lake Elmo Design Guidelines and Standards shall govern site design and building design.
b) Circulation.
1. New access points to County State Aid Highway 14 may be refused or restricted to right -in, right -
out movement if alternatives exist. Internal connections shall be provided between parking areas
on adjacent properties wherever feasible.
2. The number and width of curb cuts shall be minimized. To promote pedestrian circulation, existing
continuous curb cuts shall be reduced to widths necessary for vehicular traffic, and unnecessary or
abandoned curb cuts shall be removed as parcels are developed.
c) Screening of existing residential structures. When a new more intensive residential or non-residential
development is proposed adjacent to an existing single-family residential structure, screening shall be
provided in accordance with LEC 105.12.480 (f). The city may require buffering or screening above and
beyond this section in cases where the required screening will not provide an adequate separation between
the uses.
d) Sidewalks and/or trails. Where cul-de-sacs are permitted by the city, sidewalks or trails are required to
connect the bulb of the cul-de-sac with the nearest through -road or trail.
e) Lake Elmo Theming Study. Elements of the Lake Elmo Theming Study not herein described must be
incorporated in to development within village districts where applicable.
f) Alley design. Alleys shall be privately owned and maintained by the homeowners' association but
shall be accessible to the public. Snow removal and grass cutting may be assigned to the abutting
homeowner.
1. Alley dimensions. The easement width shall be a minimum of 32 feet. The roadway width
shall be a minimum of 16 feet. The area between the property line and the edge of road shall
be a minimum of 8 feet or half of the road width, whichever is greater and shall be provided
on both sides of the road. Alley design shall be approved by the engineering department to
ensure that adequate area is provided.
105.12.820 Development Standards For Specific Uses
Development of land within the village districts shall follow established standards for traffic circulation,
landscape design, and other considerations as specified by the Lake Elmo City Code (LEC). The following
standards apply to specific uses.
a) Residential units
1. Single-family detached dwellings.
a. No parking shall be located in the front yard or between the front facade and the street
except on a permitted driveway.
b. Primary entrances are required to be along the front facade.
c. Dwelling units shall be at least 24 feet in width, at least 960 square feet in area, and be
placed on a permanent foundation.
d. In districts outside of V-LDR: Parking for single-family detached units is
encouraged to be accessible from a rear yard alley.
1. If a driveway through the front yard, along the side of the building is
proposed, required parking shall be located in the rear yard or in an
attached garage located behind the habitable area.
2. Front loaded garages are not permitted.
e. Unless otherwise specified in this article, single-family detached dwellings in the
VMX and V-HDR shall adhere to the V-MDR district setbacks.
2. Secondary dwellings. Restricted to lots occupied by single-family detached dwellings; and must
meet the standards for secondary dwellings in residential districts, LEC 105.12.740(c) and, in the
VMX, must be located within the primary structure. LEC 105.12.740(c)(4) shall not apply. In all
districts except V-LDR, the minimum lot area shall meet the standard for two-family
dwellings.
3. Single-family attached and two-family dwellings.
a. The primary entrance to each unit shall be located on the facade fronting a public street.
b. Common open space for use by all residents or private open space adjacent to each unit
shall be provided. Such open space shall comprise of a minimum of 300 square feet in the
V-HDR and VMX, and 500 square feet per unit in the V-MDR.
c. Unless otherwise specified in this article, single-family attached dwellings in the VMX and
V-MHDR shall adhere to the MDR district setbacks.
d. No parking shall be located in the front yard or between the front facade and the
street.
e. Parking for single-family attached and two-family units is encouraged to be
accessible from a rear yard alley.
1. If a driveway through the front yard, along the side of the building is
proposed, only one driveway per building shall be approved. Required
parking shall be located in the rear yard.
f. Front loaded garages are not permitted.
4. Multifamily dwelling units.
a. Dwelling units within a mixed -use building are restricted to the upper floors or rear or side
ground floors.
b. Setback standards for multifamily dwellings not within a mixed -use development shall be
determined through the conditional use process.
c. Common open space for use by all residents or private open space adjacent to each unit
shall be provided. Such open space shall comprise of a minimum of 300 square feet per
unit in the V-MDR and 200 square feet per unit in the V-HDR.
d. No parking shall be located in the front yard or between the front facade and the
street. Parking for multi -family dwelling units is encouraged to be accessible from a
rear yard alley. Parking shall be located below grade or in the rear or interior side
3 ard.
5. All other residential uses, VMX district. Setbacks for all other residential uses within the village
districts not specifically outlined in this section shall be determined by either LEC 105.12.830 or
through the conditional use process.
b) Nonresidential uses.
1. Setbacks, generally. The front yard setback of a new nonresidential building within the VMX
district shall maintain the prevailing front yard setback of that block, or a maximum setback of 20
feet, whichever is less.
2. Repair and maintenance shop. No outdoor storage is permitted unless fully screened from public
view.
3. Trade shop. Exterior materials storage must be totally screened from view from adjacent public
streets and adjacent residential properties by a wall of the principal structure or a screen wall
constructed of the same materials as the principal structure.
4. Veterinary services.
a. All activities must be conducted within an enclosed building.
b. Specific veterinary practices shall be limited to veterinary medicine, surgery, dentistry, and
related service for small domestic household pets.
5. Garden center.
a. The storage or display of any materials or products shall meet all setback requirements of
a structure, and shall be maintained in an orderly mariner. Screening along the boundaries
of adjacent residential properties may be required, meeting the standards of LEC
105.12.470(f).
b. The storage of any soil, fertilizer or other loose, unpackaged materials shall be contained
so as to prevent any effects on adjacent uses.
6. Automobile maintenance service and automobile parts/supply.
a. All vehicle repairs shall be conducted in a completely enclosed building.
b. The storage or display of inoperable or unlicensed vehicles or other equipment shall meet
all setback requirements of a structure; and shall be totally screened from view from
adjacent public streets and adjacent residential properties.
7. Live -work unit. The purpose of a live -work unit is to provide a transitional use type between a
home occupation and a larger commercial enterprise while maintaining a generally residential
character in which the work space is subordinate to the residential use and the effects of the work
space are compatible with a residential use.
a. The work space component shall be located on the first floor or basement of the building.
b. The dwelling unit component shall maintain a separate entrance.
c. The work space component of the unit shall not exceed 50 percent of the total gross floor
area of the unit.
d. A total of two off-street parking spaces shall be provided for a live -work unit, located to
the rear of the unit, or underground/enclosed.
e. The size and nature of the work space shall be limited so that the building type may be
governed by residential building codes.
f. The business component of the building may include offices, small service establishments,
crafts considered accessory to a dwelling unit, limited retailing (by appointment only), or
personal services. It may not include a large scale wholesale business, a commercial food
service requiring a license, a limousine business or auto service or repair for any vehicles
other than those registered to residents of the property.
g. The business of the live -work unit must be conducted by a person who resides on the same
lot. The business shall not employ more than two workers on -site at any one time who live
outside of the live -work unit.
8. Parking facility. Structured parking is permitted as aground floor use within a mixed -use building,
provided that the entrance is located on side or rear facades, not facing the primary abutting street.
The primary street -facing facade shall be designed for retail, office or residential use.
9. Outdoor dining accessory to food services. Outdoor dining is allowed as an accessory use provided
that tables do not block the required sidewalk.
105.12.830 Accessory Uses And Structures
Accessory uses are listed in Table 11-1 as permitted or conditional accessory uses. Accessory uses and structures
in the village districts shall comply with the following standards and all other applicable regulations of this article:
a) Phasing. No accessory use or structure shall be constructed or established on any lot prior to the time of
construction of the principal use to which it is accessory.
b) Incidental to principal use. The accessory use or structure shall be incidental to and customarily associated
with the principal use or structure served.
c) Subordinate to principal use. The accessory use or structure shall be subordinate in the area, extent, and
purpose to the principal use or structure served.
d) Function. The accessory use or structure shall contribute to the comfort, convenience, or necessity of the
occupants of the principal use or structure served.
e) Location. The accessory use or structure shall be located on the same zoning lot as the principal use or
structure.
f) Residential accessory structures.
1. Design compatibility. On parcels used for residential structures within the village districts, the
design and construction of any garage, carport, or storage building shall be similar to or compatible
with the design and construction of the main building. The exterior building materials, roof style,
and colors shall be similar to or compatible with the main building or shall be commonly associated
with residential construction.
2. Attached structures. An accessory structure shall be considered attached, and an integral part of,
the principal structure when it is connected by an enclosed passageway. All attached accessory
structures shall be subject to the following requirements:
a. The structure shall meet the required yard setbacks for a principal structure, as established
for the zoning district in which it is located.
b. The structure shall not exceed the height of the principal building to which it is attached.
3. Attached garages.
a. In the V-LDR district, Aattached garages on single-family detached structures are
encouraged to be side or rear loaded. In all other districts, attached garages on single-
family detached structures are required to be rear loaded. Attached garages on single-
family attached, two-family, and multifamily structures shall be rear loaded. If facing
the primary street, garages shall be designed using One of the following techniques, unless
specific physical conditions on the lot in question require a different approach:
1. The front facade of the garage shall be offset from the principal structure by a
minimum of two feet from the plane of the public right-of-way.
2. The width of the attached garage shall not exceed 40 percent of the width of the
entire principal building facade (including garage) fronting the primary street.
..;thin the N' r ran district ...here ;t shall not o eed 60 p erA of the width e
b. Attached garages shall not exceed 1,000 square feet in area at the ground floor level except
by conditional use permit.
c. Garage doors or openings shall not exceed 44 eight feet in height.
4. Detached structures. Detached accessory structures for permitted residential structures in the
village districts must be in accordance with the following requirements:
a. Detached accessory structures shall be located to the side or rear of the principal building,
and are not permitted within the required front yard or within a side yard abutting a street.
b. Detached garages shall not exceed 1,000 square feet at ground floor level and shall not
exceed a height of 22 feet or the height of the principal structure, whichever is higher. The
maximum size and height may be increased upon approval of a conditional use permit,
provided that lot coverage requirements are satisfied.
G. Detached garages shall be located in the rear lard and are encouraged to be rear
loaded.
d. Pole barns shall be prohibited.
e. No more than 30 percent of the rear yard area may be covered by accessory structures.
f. Garage doors or openings shall not exceed 44 eight feet in height for residential uses.
g) Exterior storage on residential parcels. All materials and equipment shall be stored within a building or
be fully screened so as not to be visible from adjoining properties, except for the following:
1. Laundry drying.
2. Construction and landscaping materials and equipment currently being used on the premises.
Materials kept on the premises for a period exceeding six months shall be screened or stored out
of view of the primary street on which the house fronts.
3. Agricultural equipment and materials, if these are used or intended for use on the premises.
4. Off-street parking and storage of vehicles and accessory equipment, as regulated in LEC
105.12.410.
5. Storage of firewood shall be kept at least ten feet from any habitable structure and screened from
view of adjacent properties.
6. Outdoor parking.
h) Temporary sales. Temporary sales, also known as yard or garage sales, are permitted in all residential
districts, limited to two per calendar year per residence, not to exceed four days in length for each event.
105.12.840 Village Districts Design Review
a) Review of design. For certain development activity, as specified in the Lake Elmo Design Standards
Manual, design review is required as part of the approval process. All projects subject to design review
shall be reviewed for conformance with the Lake Elmo Design Standards Manual. The Lake Elmo Design
Standards Manual shall apply to all properties in the Village Area.
fe�Aew is not established-.
1. Review authority and process. Design review shall be facilitated and reviewed by the planning
community development department. The community development department shall approve
or deny the application. The applicant may appeal the department's decision to the City
Council within 30 days of the date of the letter. The appeal shall be in writing and filed with
the community development director. and the re.aew shall he eeff"eted by the City noU flee
..th,.rizea to approve the development aet;. ;t y-. Design review shall be incorporated in
the established review of the development activity. For those applications under this section that
require review by the planning commission (i.e., conditional use permits), the planning
commission shall consider the standards in the Lake Elmo Design Standards Manual in its
recommendation to the city council.
2. Review by professional. The City Council or applicant may request review by a design professional
of the proposed design or demolition. The City shall designate a design professional to conduct
the review and the applicant shall be responsible for the costs incurred.
3. Development activity defined.
a. Development activity consists of new construction and redevelopment activities, including
remodeling that expands the footprint of a structure, altering, or repairing a structure in a
manner that will change the exterior appearance of said structure. Development activity
also includes the construction of a new parking lot and installation of signage.
b. Exempt activities. The following activities shall be exempt from review under this section:
1. Ordinary repairs and maintenance that will not change the exterior appearance of a
structure;
2. Removal of existing signage without replacement unless said signs are an integral
part of the building;
3. Emergency repairs ordered by the City in order to protect public health and safety;
4. Exterior alteration, addition, or repair of a structure used as a single-family
residence, duplex, or two-family residence;
5. Temporary signage, installed in accordance with the sign regulations of the city
code, or during which time an application for permanent signage is pending under
this section;
6. Maintenance of existing signage advertising an on -site business;
7. Alterations only to the interior of a structure.
SECTION 2. Effective Date. This ordinance shall become effective immediately upon adoption and
publication in the official newspaper of the City of Lake Elmo.
SECTION 3. Adoption Date. This Ordinance 2024-14 was adopted on this 17"' day of September, 2024
by a vote of S Ayes and U Nays.
LAKE ELMO CITY COUNCIL
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