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Accessory Building Report October 4, 2006 Page 2 The Zoning Code for the City of Mounds View, as it relates to the allowances for accessory buildings, has undergone many changes in the last ten years. All amendments have been approved by the City Council after a public hearing and at the recommendation of the Planning Commission, often at the request and urging of residents seeking to expand garage and shed allowances. The most recent amendment was adopted by the City Council in 2002 after a recommendation from the Planning Commission which ultimately increased the maximum total square footage for accessory buildings on a residential lot from 1400 to 1800 square feet. The following represent the zoning regulations pertaining to accessory buildings in Mounds View as articulated in Sections 1106.03 and 1106.04 of the Zoning Code: Maximum size of a garage / shed by right: 952 square feet Maximum size of a garage / shed w/ CUP: 1,800 square feet* Maximum height of a garage / shed: 15 feet** Minimum setback to side and rear property lines: 5 feet Minimum setback from other structures: 3 feet Maximum number of accessory buildings: three Maximum combined square footage of all accessory buildings: 1,800 square feet Maximum width of a garage exceeding 952 square feet: 35 feet Maximum rear yard coverage percentage: 20 percent Other requirements pertaining to accessory buildings include the following: • Attached garages must conform to the front and rear setback requirements for the principle structure. • Accessory buildings shall have a weather resistant, treated or finished exterior. Structures composed of tubular metal and canvas or exposed plywood, particle board or similar materials shall not be permitted. • If any accessory building is to be utilized for the storage of frequently-used vehicles, it shall be serviced by an improved driveway so as to control dust, drainage and erosion, according to the requirements as set forth in Section 902.05 of this Code. • Accessory buildings exceeding 952 square feet shall be designed and maintained to provide a uniform appearance with the dwelling unit. • Accessory buildings exceeding 952 square feet shall be permanent structures. ____________________________________ * Section 1125 of the Zoning Code articulates the requirements associated with the issuance of a conditional use permit (CUP). A duly noticed public hearing shall be conducted in association with any CUP request and adverse impacts shall be considered. ** To take into consideration the variety of rooflines, truss design and pitch, the height of an accessory building is measured from the floor to the midpoint of the truss. In most cases, this results in an actual height to the roof peak in excess of 15 feet.