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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2018-11-20 PC Packet AGENDA CITY OF MAPLEWOOD PLANNING COMMISSION Tuesday,November 20, 2018 7:00PM Council Chambers -Maplewood City Hall 1830 County Road B East 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Approval of Agenda 4. Approval of Minutes a.October 16,2018 5.Public Hearing 6.New Business a.North End Study Presentation and Discussion b.Amend City Code To Require Developer Open House Meeting For Major Land Use Applications c.Amend City Code To Require Removal of Abandoned Signs 7.Unfinished Business 8.Visitor Presentations 9.Commission Presentations a.November 13, 2018 city council meeting –Commissioner Dahm Conditional Use Permit Resolution,Community Center, 1800 White Bear Avenue North ResolutionAuthorizing Submittal to the Metropolitan Council,2040 Comprehensive Plan 10.Staff Presentations 11.Adjournment MINUTESOF THE MAPLEWOOD PLANNING COMMISSION 1830 COUNTY ROAD B EAST, MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA TUESDAY, OCTOBER 16,2018 7:00 P.M. 1.CALL TO ORDER A meeting of the Commissionwas held in the City Hall Council Chambers and was called to order at 7:01p.m.byChairperson Arbuckle. 2.ROLL CALL Paul Arbuckle, ChairpersonPresent Frederick Dahm, CommissionerPresent Tushar Desai,CommissionerPresent John Donofrio, CommissionerPresent John Eads, CommissionerPresent Allan Ige, CommissionerPresent Bill Kempe, CommissionerPresent Staff Present:Shann Finwall, Environmental Planner Jane Adade, Planner 3.APPROVAL OF AGENDA CommissionerKempemoved to approve the agenda as submitted. Seconded by CommissionerIge.Ayes –All The motion passed. 4.APPROVAL OF MINUTES CommissionerDesaimoved to approve theSeptember 18,2018, PCminutes as submitted. Seconded by CommissionerDonofrio.Ayes –Chairperson Arbuckle, Commissioner’s Dahm, Desai, Donofrio & Eads Abstention –Commissioner’s Kempe, & Ige The motion passed. 5.PUBLIC HEARING a.7:00 p.m. or later: Conditional Use Permit Resolution, Community Center, 1800 White Bear Avenue North i.Planner, Jane Adade gave the presentation for the CUP Resolution for the Community Center at 1800 White Bear Avenue North and answered questions of the commission. ii.Environmental Planner, Shann Finwallanswered questions of the commission. iii.Applicant, Toyer Moua, 1800 White Bear Avenue, Maplewood addressed and answered questions of the commission. October 16, 2018 1 Planning CommissionMeetingMinutes Chairperson Arbuckle opened the public hearing. 1.Sue Allhiser, 1799 White Bear Avenue, Maplewood, spoke in opposition of the project.The resident lives across the street from this proposal and she handed apetition that neighbors had signed in opposition to the proposal and read her comments aloud. 2.Torin Gustafson, 1773 White Bear Avenue, Maplewood. The resident also lives across the street from this proposal but he spoke in favorof the project. Chairperson Arbuckle closed the public hearing. Commissioner Kempe wanted to add acondition that the word Maplewood should not be allowed in the business name. Commissioner Kempemoved to approvethe Conditional Use Permit Resolution for the community center which includes the uses of a banquet hall, sports bar, restaurant, fitness gym and office space at 1800 White Bear Avenue Northwith an added condition that the word “Maplewood” should not be allowed in the business name. Seconded by CommissionerDesai..Ayes –Chairperson Arbuckle, Commissioner’s Desai, & Kempe Nays–Commissioner’s Dahm, Donofrio, Eads, Ige The motion failed. Commissioner Kempe asked if he removed the condition regarding the restriction of using Maplewood in the business name would that change the vote? Commissioner Dahm said it would for him. Commissioner Kempe stated he wanted to restate his motion. Commissioner Kempemoved to approvethe Conditional Use Permit Resolution for the community centerwhich includes the uses of a banquet hall, sports bar, restaurant, fitness gym and office space at 1800 White Bear Avenue North with the following conditions: 1.The applicant must submit for staff approval a plan for traffic control during large banquet events. 2.The applicant must submit to staff a copy of the executed parking lease agreement between 1800 White Bear Avenue and 1762 White Bear Avenue. 3.Prior to issuance of a building permit the applicant must: a.Submit a landscape plan which shows three additional trees and a shrub planting bed on the intersection of White Bear Avenue and Ripley Avenue. b.Submit trash and recycling dumpster screening plan. c.The applicant shall comply with all the requirements set forth in the engineering report dated September 18, 2018, by Tyler Strong, Civil Engineer I. d.The applicant shall comply with all requirements set forth in the building report dated September 19, 2018, by Jason Brash, Building Official. October 16, 2018 2 Planning CommissionMeetingMinutes e.The applicant must comply with all conditions outlined by Molly Wellens, Environmental Health Officer as follows: 1)The applicant must go through the plan review process and pay all associated fees. 2)The applicant must obtain a food license to open, and must maintain the license annually. f.Prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy the applicant must: 1)Restripe the parking lot. 2)Clear the site of all debris. 3)Construct trash and dumpster enclosure. g.The applicant is required to obtain all applicable licenses for alcohol and food from the city. 4.Any exterior site improvements in the future would be subject to the city’s design review process. This site is regulated under the mixed use zoning district which has specific design standards and landscaping requirements. 5.This permit only allows for a banquet hall, sports bar, restaurant, fitness gym and office space at the site. Any additional uses would require city review and approval. 6.All signs require a separate sign permit and must meet city code requirements. 7.The city council shall review this permit in one year. Seconded by Commissioner Dahm.Ayes –Chairperson Arbuckle, Commissioner’s Dahm, Desai & Kempe Nays–Commissioner’s Donofrio, Eads & Ige The motion passed. Commissioner Eads voted Nay because of traffic concerns that were raised by the surrounding residents. Commissioner Eads also felt shorted by the public safety department due to the lack of comments made in the staff report about the resident’s concern about traffic. Commissioner Donofrio voted Nay because he felt the city could have done a better job validating property values going down with this use being across the street from the residential neighborhood. He couldn’t imagine living across the street from a bar that is open until 2 a.m. and he struggles with that in this area. Commissioner Ige voted Nay because he is concerned with how these businesses fit in with the general public and is concerned with alcohol being served in this setting. He is also concerned with the traffic and how it will affect the area. He is aware of the traffic that already exists at Aldrich arena when there are events but he would have liked more information regarding how the traffic will affect the area when the event center has a performance. This item goes to the City Council on November 13, 2018. October 16, 2018 3 Planning CommissionMeetingMinutes 8.7:00 p.m. or later: Resolution Authorizing Submittal to the Metropolitan Council, 2040 Comprehensive Plan i.Environmental Planner, Shann Finwallgave a brief report on the Resolution Authorizing Submittal of the 2040 Comprehensive Planto the Metropolitan Counciland introduced the speaker. ii.Planner, Jesse Thornsen, Huisington Koegler Group Inc., addressed and answered questions of the commissionregarding the 2040 Comprehensive Plan. Chairperson Arbuckle opened the public hearing. 1.Sue Allhiser, 1799 White Bear Avenue, Maplewood, addressed the commission regarding the 2040 Comprehensive Plan.She expressed concern on how housing is impacted by business, similar to the community center proposal the commission just reviewed. Chairperson Arbuckle closed the public hearing. Commissioner Desaimoved to approvethe Resolution AuthorizingSubmittal of Maplewood’s 2040 Comprehensive Plan to the Metropolitan Council. Seconded by Commissioner Kempe.Ayes -All The motion passed. The city council makes the final decision on this. This item goes to the city council on November 13, 2018. 6.NEW BUSINESS None. 7.UNFINISHEDBUSINESS None. 8.VISITOR PRESENTATIONS None. 9.COMMISSION PRESENTATIONS a.November 13, 2018, City Council Meeting(Commissioner Dahm) •Conditional Use Permit Resolution, Community Center, 1800 White Bear Avenue North •Resolution Authorizing Submittal to the Metropolitan Council, 2040 Comprehensive Plan 10.STAFFPRESENTATIONS None. 11.ADJOURNMENT Chairperson Arbuckleadjourned the meeting at 8:30p.m. October 16, 2018 4 Planning CommissionMeetingMinutes PLANNING COMMISSIONSTAFF REPORT Meeting Date November 20, 2018 REPORT TO: Melinda Coleman, City Manager REPORT FROM:Michael Martin, AICP, Economic Development Coordinator PRESENTER: Michael Martin, AICP, Economic Development Coordinator AGENDA ITEM:North End Study Presentation and Discussion Action Requested:MotionDiscussionPublic Hearing Form of Action:ResolutionOrdinanceContract/AgreementProclamation Policy Issue: The city’s Draft 2040 Comprehensive Plan identified the North End as an area needing extra study and visioning because of this area’s overall importance to the city.The city has contracted with Perkins+Will to conduct a planning process focused on the North End. Perkins+Willwill be at the Planning Commission meeting on November 20 to provide an update and lead a discussion on this project. Recommended Action: No action required. Fiscal Impact: Is There a Fiscal Impact?NoYes, the true or estimated cost is$0. Financing source(s):Adopted BudgetBudget ModificationNew Revenue Source Use of Reserves Other:N/A. Strategic Plan Relevance: Financial SustainabilityIntegrated CommunicationTargeted Redevelopment Operational EffectivenessCommunity InclusivenessInfrastructure & Asset Mgmt. The city’s Draft 2040 Comprehensive Plan calls out the North End region of Maplewood as an area of opportunity to do additional visioning and planning in order to help this important part of the city staff healthy. The draft 2040 plans states the city should: Complete a subarea plan or district plan for the Maplewood Mall area, to help define the following: a.Expectations regarding anticipated mixes of land uses on a block by block basis. b.Expectations regarding urban design principles guiding redevelopment in the area. c. Opportunities for connections and synergy with the HealthEast St. Johns campus and surrounding supportive health care facilities. d.Improvements to support pedestrian, bicycling, and transit connectivity, particularly the METRO Rush Line stations. e.Further definition of implementation tools and steps to be completed, to support redevelopment and revitalization. As referenced above, a regional transit line is being planned that would traverse through this neighborhood in Maplewood. The proposed Rush Line will have five stations in Maplewood – including stations near the Maplewood Mall and St. John’s Hospital in this neighborhood. City staff is working to ensure these two processes are developed in coordination and inform each other. Background Anchored by the Maplewood Mall and St. John's Hospital, the North End is an important economic generator for the City of Maplewood and of one the premier activity centers in the northeastern portion of the Twin Cities Metropolitan Area. Furthermore, the City of Maplewood is currently working with Ramsey County and the Metropolitan Council on planning fora new multimillion dollar Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) line - the Rush Line - that will have two stations serving the North End district and three more stations serving other parts of Maplewood. Although the North End has been constantly evolving since it was first developed over 40 years ago, significant changes in the real estate industry and our overall economy are rapidly redefining where and how we live, work, and play. Activity centers once designed to be accessible only by automobile are losing their viability unless they can transform into truly connected places defined not only by multi-modal systems but by new uses and development that reinforce walkability, livability, and placemaking. Therefore, it is critical that the City of Maplewood work with key stakeholders and other important constituents to create a consensus vision and framework for the North End that will ensure its position as a hub of vital activity well into the future. Attachments 1.Perkins+Will Presentation Attachment 1 Maplewood Planning Commission // November 20, 2018 Attachment 1 Attachment 1 Attachment 1 Attachment 1 (another 10,000 within 1 mile)(another 6,000+ within 1 mile) Attachment 1 thru 2024 fastest and Healthcare: job sector in the metro area largest growing (4% in 2009) occur on-line Nearly 10% of all retail sales Attachment 1 Create an Action Plan and Get to Work Create Design Guidelines that Reinforce the Vision Solicit input from the community Refine Ideas to Best Meet Vision Goals and Objectives Draft alternative vision plan concepts Test Ideas for Change City CouncilCity Comm.Open HousesWebsiteTargeted OutreachEvent AttendanceEtc. Gather Input 2040 Comp Plan2030 Comp PlanRush Line BRT PlanEtc. Build on Previous Plans/ Studies Market StudyBuilt FormRoadsUtilitiesTransitParksEtc. Analyze Existing Conditions Attachment 1 Economic Housing & Commission Development Parks & Recreation County Ramsey Authority Regional Rail TEAM CITY GROUP COUNCIL WORKING CONSULTANT Planning Commission Design Community Review Board Attachment 1 c p c c ppp Deliverable Aug 21 Attachment 1 Attachment 1 perkinswill.com Attachment 1 Attachment 1 HousingEducationOfficesGovernment services Attachment 1 Attachment 1 Attachment 1 70 Units Government 114 Units Services Center 240 Units 185 Units UC 375 UnitsProposed Suites and Condos 232 Units Westin Hotel Homewood Roundabouts LifetimeFitness Target St th 66 Mall e Pedestrian Promenade 175 UnitsProposed Southdale Galleria Mall 241 Units Shake Shack Restoration Hardware 195 Units Pedestrian Improvements Attachment 1 Attachment 1 Attachment 1 Attachment 1 Attachment 1 Attachment 1 Attachment 1 perkinswill.com Attachment 1 Attachment 1 1513 Concern Challenge/ 69104 25 106107 Strength/ Opportunity Categories of Issues Mentioned General Transportation/LocationDevelopment PotentialIndustry/BusinessCommunity/DemographicsHealth/Well BeingGreen/Open SpaceLand Uses Attachment 1 perkinswill.com Attachment 1 Attachment 1 Attachment 1 Attachment 1 www.maplewoodmn.gov/northend Attachment 1 PLANNING COMMISSIONSTAFF REPORT Meeting Date November 20, 2018 Melinda Coleman, City Manager REPORT TO: Jane Adade, Planner REPORT FROM: Jane Adade, Planner PRESENTER: Amend City Code To Require Developer Open House Meeting For Major AGENDA ITEM: Land Use Applications. Action Requested:MotionDiscussionPublic Hearing Form of Action:ResolutionOrdinanceContract/AgreementProclamation Policy Issue: The city council adopted community inclusiveness as one of its strategic objectives in 2018. The key outcome indicator of this strategic objective is to receive feedback from diverse groups within the community. With this objective the city council is looking to identify new approaches for effective communication and feedback from community members. In an attempt to help city council advance this objective, city staff researched other cities in the Twin Cities and foundseveral require the developer to hold an open house or neighborhood meeting prior to submitting an application for a major development to the city for consideration. Minnesota State Statute gives municipalities discretion in making land use decisions based on advancing the health, safety, and general welfare of the community. Requiring open house meetings for major land use developments would help advance this goal and ensure that community members are more involved in decisions that impact their lives. Recommended Action: Amend the city code to require developer open house meetingsfor major land use developments. Fiscal Impact: Is There a Fiscal Impact?NoYes, the true or estimated cost is$0.00 Financing source(s):Adopted BudgetBudget ModificationNew Revenue Source Use of ReservesOther: n/a Strategic Plan Relevance: Financial SustainabilityIntegrated CommunicationTargeted Redevelopment Operational EffectivenessCommunity InclusivenessInfrastructure & Asset Mgmt. Developer open house meetings as a form of community engagement and participationhelps community members to be informed about upcoming developments. It empowers residents to influence city government decisions that shape their city and lives. It ensures that the city is working collaboratively with its members toaddress issues and advance growth. Background Overview Certain proposals or applications for development may constitute significant departures from the present or historical use and/or zoning of a property. Prior to submitting an application for a major land use development,an applicant shall hold an open house meeting with property ownersin the locality of the potential development in order to provide a convenient forum for engaging community members in the development process, to describe the proposal in detail, andto answer questions and receivefeedback. Major Land Use Development Major land use developmentrefers to development applications thatwould significantly modify a neighborhoodincluding Variance, Conditional Use Permit (CUP), Planned Unit Development (PUD), Subdivision, Rezoning and Land UseChangerequests. Timing The open house shall be held not less than 15 days and not more than 45days prior to the submission of an application for approval of a proposal requiring a developer open house meeting. The open house meeting shall be held on aweekday evening beginning between 6:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. and ending by 10:00 p.m. Location The open house shall be held at a public location in or near the neighborhood affected by the proposal, and (in the case of a parcel situated near Maplewood’s boundaries) preferably in Maplewood. In the event that such a meeting space is not available the applicant shall arrange for the meeting tobe held at acity facility. Invitation The applicant shall prepare a printed invitation identifying the date, time, place, and purpose of the open house and shall mail the invitation to property owners within the public hearing notificationarea as established in section 44-1096 of the city code.The invitation shall clearly identify the name, phone number, and emailaddress of the host of the open house to be contacted by invitees who have questions but are unable to attend the open house. The invitations shall also include a sentence that is substantially the same as the following: This open house meeting is an important source of feedback from surroundingproperty ownersand is a required step in the process of seeking city approval for the proposed \[variance, CUP, PUD, subdivision, rezoningor land use change\], and a summary of the comments and questions raised at the open house meeting will be submitted to the city as part of the formal application. Summary The applicant must submit a written summary of the open house as a requirement of an application for approval of a proposal requiring developer open house meeting. The summary shall include a list of potential issue(s) and or concern(s). Property ownersare also encouraged to submit their own summary of the meeting highlighting concerns/issues and anymitigations and resolutions. A sign-in sheet shall be provided on which attendeesmay, but are not required, to enter their name and address. The sign-in sheet shall be submitted by the developer with the open house summary. Exemption The city manager may allow an exemption to the open house requirement for major land use development, based on the size and impact of the proposed development. The applicant must apply in writing to the city manager, explaining why an exemption is being requested and what other means they intend to create awareness about the proposed development and get feedback from residents. Ordinance Placement The ordinance attached is a sample ordinance requiring open house meeting for CUP applications. The ordinance would either live as a separate chapter in the city code or be a sub-section under each ofthe major land use application. Attachments 1.Sample of Proposed Ordinance Attachment 1 ORDINANCE NO. ___ ANORDINANCE AMENDMENT TO ALLOW DEVELOPER OPEN HOUSEMEETING FOR CONDITIONAL USE PERMITS The Maplewood City Council _________the following revisionto the Maplewood Code of Ordinances. (Additions areunderlined.) Section 1. Section 44-1095(Conditional Use Permit Application) of the Maplewood Code of Ordinancesis hereby amended as follows: Sec. 44-1095. APPLICATION. (C) Purpose:Certain proposals or applications for development may constitute significant departures from the present or historical use and/or zoning of a property. Prior to submitting an application for a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) or Planned Unit Development (PUD), an applicant shall hold an open house meeting with property owners in the locality of the potential development in order to provide a convenient forum for engaging community members in the development process, to describe the proposal in detail, and to answer questions and receive feedback. (1) Timing: The open house shall be held not less than 15 days and not more than 45 days prior to the submission of an application for approval of a proposal requiring a developer open house meeting. The open house meetingshall be held on a weekday evening beginning between 6:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. and ending by 10:00 p.m. (2) Location: The open house shall be held at a public location in or near the neighborhood affected by the proposal, and (in the case of a parcel situated near Maplewood’s boundaries) preferably in Maplewood. In the event that such a meeting space is not available the applicant shall arrange for the meeting tobe held at a city facility. (3) Invitation:The applicant shall prepare a printed invitation identifying the date, time, place, and purpose of the open house and shall mail the invitation to property owners within the public hearing notification area established in section 44-1096 of the city code, members of the planning commission and city council, and other community members that have registered to receive the invitations. The invitation shall clearly identify the name, phone number, and email address of the host of the open house to be contacted by invitees who have questions but are unable to attend the open house. The invitations shall also include a sentence that is substantially the same as the following: “This open house meeting is an important source of feedback from surroundingproperty ownersand is a required step in the process of seeking city approval for the proposed \[CUP\], and a summary of the comments and questions raised at the open house meeting will be submitted to the city as part of the formal application”. (4) Summary: The applicant must submit a written summary of the open house asa requirement of an application for approval of a proposal requiring developer open house meeting. The summary shall include a list of potential issue(s) and or Attachment 1 concern(s). Property ownersare also encouraged to submit their own summary of the meeting highlighting concerns/issues and any mitigations and resolutions. A sign-in sheet shall be provided on which attendeesmay, but are not required, to enter their name and address. The sign-in sheet shall be submitted by the developer with the open house summary. (5) Exemption: The city managermay allow an exemption to the open house requirement for major land use development, based on the size and impact of the proposed development. The applicant must apply in writing to the city manager, explaining why anexemption is being requested and what other means they intend to create awareness about the proposed development and get feedback from residents. Section 2. This ordinance shall take effect after the approval by the city council and publishing in the official newspaper. The Maplewood City Council ________this ordinance revision on ___________. _________________ Mayor Attest: ______________________ City Clerk PLANNING COMMISSIONSTAFF REPORT Meeting Date November 20, 2018 REPORT TO: Melinda Coleman, City Manager REPORT FROM:Jane Adade, Planner Shann Finwall, Environmental Planner PRESENTER:Jane Adade, Planner AGENDA ITEM: Amend City Code to Require Abandoned Signs to be Removed Action Requested:MotionDiscussionPublic Hearing Form of Action:ResolutionOrdinanceContract/AgreementProclamation Policy Issue: The city council directed staff to look into requiring the removal of abandoned signs. Recommended Action: Motion to approve an ordinance amending City Code to requireabandoned signs to be removed. Fiscal Impact: Is There a Fiscal Impact?NoYes, the true or estimated cost is$0.00 Financing source(s):Adopted BudgetBudget ModificationNew Revenue Source Use of Reserves Other:n/a Strategic Plan Relevance: Financial SustainabilityIntegrated CommunicationTargeted Redevelopment Operational EffectivenessCommunity InclusivenessInfrastructure & Asset Mgmt. According to Section44-731of the City Code (Sign Regulations - Purpose and Intent), signs are regulated in order to balance effective visual communication including business identification with the need for a safe, well-maintained, and attractive community. Signs must be maintained and kept in a proper state of preservation.Requiring abandoned signs to be removed would help operational effectiveness by requiring the removal of signs that can potentially become nuisances. Background Abandoned SignDefinition An abandoned sign is defined as asign or sign structure on a site where all buildings have been demolished or removed or any sign that advertises a business, lessor, owner, product, service, or activity that is no longer located on the site premises where the sign is displayed. Surrounding Communities Upon conducting research, staff found cities such as St. Paul, Roseville, White Bear Lake, Vadnais Heights, Fridley, NorthSt. Paul,and South St. Paul require abandonedsigns to be removed within 14 days to one year after the sign is abandoned. City Code The following existing definitions and code language should be reviewed prior to amending city code to require abandoned signs to be removed: Definitions(Section 44-733) The proposed definition of an abandoned sign would include the “sign” or “sign structure.” Sign -Any structure, device, advertisement, advertising device, or visual representation intended to advertise, identify, or communicate information and to attract the attention of the public for any purpose. A sign includes any illuminated or nonilluminated symbol, letter, logo, figure, illustration or form painted or otherwise affixed to a building or structure, excluding murals. A sign also includes any beacon or searchlight intended to attract the attention of the public for any purpose. For the purpose of removal, signs shall also include all sign structures. Architectural lighting, such as neon that has no sign copy, shall not be considered to be a sign. Sign Structure -The supports, braces, and framework of a sign. Nonconforming Sign Regulations(Section 44-735) It should be noted that the removal of an abandoned sign may include the removal of a nonconforming sign. Once the sign is removed, any newsign would have to meet the current city code requirements. Many property owners intentionally maintain nonconforming signs, even when not in use, so that they can reface those signs which may vary in size or placement than the existing code. Anonconforming permanent signlawfully existing on the effective date of this article shall be allowed to continue in use, but shall not be rebuilt, relocated or altered, other than minor alterations including routine maintenance, painting, or refacing the copy of sign, without being brought into compliance with this article. After a nonconforming sign has been removed, it shall not be replaced by another nonconforming sign. Notice to Abate (Section 18-36) The proposed method for enforcing the removal of anabandoned sign is outlined in the notice to abate section. In summary, if a public nuisance is being maintained or exists within the city, the city shall notify the property owner in writing of the nuisance requiring them to remove the nuisance within 30 days. Noncompliance of the order is reported to the City Council for action. Property Management Interview City staff interviewed Tom Schutte, a local property manager with Tyme Properties. Tyme Properties removes wall signs and freestanding sign faces on properties they lease where the business is no longer operating. They do not remove the base of a freestanding sign, instead allowing a new business to reface that sign for their business. The main reason a business is no longer operating is because they filed for bankruptcy. In which case removal of the sign would fall to the property manager or property owner. Removal of a standard size wall sign or freestanding sign face could cost $500 to $1,000. Removal of a freestanding sign base would cost much more as it includes removal of the foundation and structure itself. Proposed Abandoned Sign Ordinance The attached abandoned sign ordinance includes the following: Abandoned sign definition. Requirement that abandoned signs and their structures be removed within three months of a vacant or unoccupied business or any sign that pertains to a time, event, or purpose that no longer applies. Enforcement of the abandoned sign ordinance as outlined in the notice to abate section of city code. Commission Actions The Community Design Review Board and Planning Commission will review this proposed City Code amendment at their November 20, 2018, meetings. Attachments 1.Abandoned Signs Ordinance Attachment 1 ORDINANCE NO. ___ AN ORDINANCE AMENDMENT TO REQUIREABANDONED SIGNS TO BE REMOVED The Maplewood City Council _________the following revisionto the Maplewood Code of Ordinances. (Additions areunderlined.) Section 1. Section 44-733 of the Maplewood Code of Ordinances (Sign Regulations – Definitions) is hereby amended as follows: Abandoned signmeans a sign or sign structure that is located on a building or property that has been vacant or unoccupied for a period of three months or more or a sign which pertains to a time, event, or purpose that no longer applies. Section 2. Section 44-736of the Maplewood Code of Ordinances (Enforcement Procedures) is hereby amended as follows: (a)Permanent signs. The city shall send a notice to the owner of any permanent sign in violation of the provisions of this article. The notice shall require that the owner correct all ordinance violations. If the sign is not a safety hazard, the city shall allow 30 days for the owner to correct the violation. If the sign is a safety hazard the city shall take immediate action to end the hazard. (b)Temporary signs.Thecity shall send a notice to the owner of all other illegal temporary signs and allow seven days for the owner to correct all ordinance violations or remove the sign. (c)Abandoned signs. The city shall send notice to the owner of the property on which exists any abandoned sign in violation of the provisions of this article. The notice shall require that the owner correct all ordinance violations. If the sign is not a safety hazard, the city shall allow 30 days for the owner to correct the violation. Ifthe sign is a safety hazard the city shall take immediate action to end the hazard. (d)Removal of signs. If the sign owner does not obey the city’s orders, the city may remove or alter the sign at the owner’s expense under the procedures of sections 18-36 through 18-38 (notice to abate). The city may remove illegal signs on a public right-of-way without notice. If the city removes a sign the city may sell or dispose of it if the owner does not reclaim the sign and pay any removal costs within 30 days of the sign’s removal. Section 3. Section 44-737 of the MaplewoodCode ofOrdinances(Prohibited Signs) is hereby amended as follows: (k)Abandoned Signs Section4. This ordinance shalltake effect after the approval by thecity council and publishing in theofficialnewspaper. The Maplewood City Council________this ordinance revision on ___________. ___________________________________ Mayor Attest: __________________________________ City Clerk