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HomeMy WebLinkAboutOrdinance 1054 - 2026/02/09ORDINANCE 1054 CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW COUNTY OF RAMSEY STATE OF MINNESOTA AN ORDINANCE AMENDMENT TO THE ZONING CODE REGARDING MAXIMUM HEIGHT REQUIREMENTS; MOUNDS VIEW PLANNING CASE SP-241-26 WHEREAS, the City Council has directed staff to prepare an amendment to the city's zoning ordinance regarding height requirements, and can initiate a request to amend the zoning code per Section 160.451(A); and, WHEREAS, the Mounds View Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing and reviewed the proposed amendment to the zoning code; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mounds View City Council hereby approves of the proposed amendment to the city's zoning code, as presented in Exhibit A, based on the following findings of fact: Findings of Fact for Approval 1. The 2040 Plan has guided areas of the city as 'mixed -use', allowing for a variety of uses to occupy a single parcel or site. Allowing an increase in the height of buildings within the County Road 10 Overlay zone would encompass most of the parcels guided as mixed -use within the Future Land Use Plan, as well as the 'redevelopment areas' identified in the Plan as spots for future development over the next 20 years. The proposed change would support the goal in the Plan to "Enhance the appearance of properties along Mounds View Boulevard and establish a physical focal center for the city." 2. The proposed changes are limited to the County Road 10 Overlay zone, which is the primary commercial corridor of the city. Incentivizing further development in the corridor would support the long-term viability and success of this part of the city. 3. New or redevelopment of parcels within the County Road 10 Overlay zone as a result of the proposed amendment would appear to result in an increase in property values, which would not depreciate the land within the overlay zone. 4. The County Road 10 Overlay zone is the primary gateway for the city, with varying heights and densities. The proposed amendment would allow for increased development potential, as projects that were previously not permitted could become viable options. It would appear to be consistent with the Comprehensive Plan to incentivize and guide for further development along the corridor. 5. The city has received inquiries for development at heights taller than currently allowed, demonstrating a market demand for the proposed amendment. Adopted this 26 day of January, 2026. ATTEST: (SEAQ Ach Lich Lindstrom, Mayor Nyle ikmun , City Administrator ORDINANCE NO. 1054 PAGE 2 Exhibit A Proposed additions are shown in red, with proposed deletions shown with 6tFikethro gh § 160.280 PURPOSE. (A) The purpose of this district is to provide standards of development for land lying on either side of the major transportation corridor along County Road 10. The County Road 10 Corridor District is the primary gateway through the city. The aesthetic impacts from new developments and redevelopments must be evaluated to help ensure the long-term viability and success of the district. Accomplishing the purpose of the County Road 10 Corridor District requires particular concern for the site layout, building materials, site features and other related design elements. (B) (1) To that end, new development and redevelopment shall conform to the standards in this and related zoning requirements. (2) In reviewing and approving land use applications, the City Council will make the final determination in the compatibility and consistency with all provisions in this and related sections of this chapter. (Prior Code, § 1129.01) § 160.281 PERMITTED USES. The Overlay District provisions apply to any base zoning district set forth in this chapter that exists within the defined overlay area. (A) A `mixed -use' development, consisting of non-residential use(s) on the ground floor and multifamily dwellings on floors above the ground floor, are permitted in the B-3 and B-4 zones within the Overlay District, provided that the use(s) on the ground floor are permitted in the underlying zone. (Prior Code, § 1129.02) § 160.282 DISTRICT AREA DEFINED. The following area is hereby established as being within the County Road 10 Corridor Overlay District: (A) All parcels having frontage on County Road 10; and (B) All parcels that are within 200 feet of the County Road 10 right-of-way. (Prior Code, § 1129.03) § 160.283 OTHER REQUIREMENTS. Any deviation from the requirements in this chapter shall comply with the procedures and criteria provided in §§ 160.465 through 160.470 of this chapter. (Prior Code, § 1129.04) ORDINANCE NO. 1054 PAGE 3 § 160.284 STANDARDS. For development of properties within the County Road 10 Overlay District, the following standards will be applied where these standards supersede requirements set forth in the B-1 (Neighborhood Business), B-2 (Limited Business), B-3 (Highway Business), B-4 (Regional Business). PUD (Planned Unit Development), R-3 (Medium Density Residential) and R-4 (High Density Residential) zoning districts. All other standards and requirements of the above - mentioned zoning districts shall continue to apply. (A) Construction materials. (1) At least 50% of all exterior wall finishes on any building will be comprised of a combination of at least two of the following materials: (a) Brick; (b) Natural stone or cultured stone; (c) Glass; (d) Masonry stucco; and (e) Other comparable or superior material as approved by the city. (2) The remaining 50% of all exterior wall finishes must be comprised of any combination of decorative or rock face concrete block, concrete panels, metal or wood. All building materials subject to approval of the city. (3) Buildings may be constructed of primarily one of the materials listed in division (A)(1) above, if the design exceeds the intent of the ordinance and is approved by the city. (4) Non -decorative exposed concrete block buildings are prohibited, as are pre-engineered metal buildings, corrugated metal -sided buildings and wood sided buildings unless such metal buildings and wood sided buildings are enhanced on all elevations by the application of brick, decorative masonry or decorative stucco surfaces in combination with decorative fascia overhangs and trim. (B) Architectural design. Each building design will be reviewed for at least the following considerations: (1) Appropriate location of structures on the site considering the relationship to other site amenities, restrictions, adjacent land usage and the like; (2) General layout, roof treatments, proportion and quality of exterior; (3) In the design of buildings or clusters of buildings, developers must orient projects so that the side(s) facing County Road 10 from the front of the project. Where front toward County Road 10 is not feasible due to the location of access roads and other site constraints, the project must be oriented and designed in such a manner so as to convey a pleasing appearance from County Road 10; ORDINANCE NO. 1054 PAGE 4 (4) Screening of mechanical equipment, tanks, loading docks, refuse handling, ancillary equipment and the like, whether on the roof or on the site; (5) Drainage pipes on exterior building walls facing a street and/or County Road 10 must be integral to the design and non -apparent; and (6) Exceptions to the architectural design standards set forth in this section may be granted by the City Administrator or designee, for structures of comparable design and building materials. (C) Building and parking setback requirements. Buildings and parking lots should have no more than a five-foot setback from County Road 10. The required setbacks for the other sides of the property will be determined by the city, based on the specific project and land usage. (D) Off-street parking. The city will use the off-street parking requirements in § 160.342 of this chapter as a guideline, and base the final determination of required spaces on the specific project and land usage. (E) Landscaping. (1) Landscaping requirements shall be in accordance with §§ 160.415 through 160.421 of this chapter. (2) A minimum of 15% of the total area of each lot shall be devoted to landscaped open space. (3) All open areas of any lot not used for parking, driveways or storage shall be landscaped with trees, shrubs, berms and planted ground cover. (F) Signs. In accordance with Ch. 161 of this code of ordinances. (G) Outdoor storage and dumpster screening. (1) No outdoor storage shall be permitted unless such storage is visually screened from view from County Road 10 and all adjoining residential properties, with suitable solid fence constructed of masonry or wood at least six feet in height. Screening shall be well maintained. (2) No dumpsters may be located on the sides of buildings fronting County Road 10, except if, in the opinion of the city, no other suitable location is reasonably available for such purpose and provided the dumpster area is developed in a manner so as to minimize its appearance from County Road 10. (3) All dumpsters shall be entirely screened by a masonry or solid wooden fence, with gate or a comparable screening, at least six feet in height. (H) Building Height. (1) Development of commercial uses permitted within the B-1, B-2, B-3, and B-4 zones within the Overlay District are permitted a maximum building height of four (4) stories, not ORDINANCE NO. 1054 PAGE 5 to exceed 48 feet in height, provided an increase of 10% of the setback as required for the underlying zone under Section 160.055(C) when abutting Residential is provided. (2) Development of multiple family dwellings in the R-4 zone within the Overlay District are permitted a maximum building height of four (4) stories, not to exceed 48 feet in height, provided an increase of 10% of the setback as required for the underlying zone under Section 160.055(C) when abutting Residential is provided. (3) Development of mixed -use buildings within the B-3 and B-4 zones within the Overlay District are permitted a maximum building height of five (5) stories, not to exceed 60 feet in height, provided an increase of 10% of the setback as required for the underlying zone under Section 160.055(C) when abutting Residential is provided. (Prior Code, § 1129.05) § 160.285 EXISTING USES AND STRUCTURES. Uses and structures in this district that were conforming prior to the effective date of this chapter will remain conforming upon adoption of this chapter: all subsequent additions, exterior alteration and accessory buildings constructed after the erection of an original building after the date of adoption of this chapter, shall: (A) Be constructed of materials comparable to those used in the original construction; (B) Be designed in a manner conforming to the original structure's architectural design and appearance; and (C) Meet all other standards set forth in this chapter. 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