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AGENDA
CITY OF MAPLEWOOD
PLANNING COMMISSION
7:00 P.M. Tuesday, October 17, 2023
City Hall, Council Chambers
1830 County Road B East
A.CALL TO ORDER
B.ROLL CALL
C.APPROVAL OF AGENDA
D.APPROVAL OF MINUTES1. September 19, 2023 Planning Commission Meeting Minutes
E.PUBLIC HEARING1.Development Code Updates
F.NEW BUSINESS1.Capital Improvement Plan 2024-2028 Planning Commission
G.UNFINISHED BUSINESSNone
H.COMMISSION PRESENTATIONS
I.STAFF PRESENTATIONSNone
J.VISITOR PRESENTATIONS – 3 minute time limit per person
K. ADJOURNMENT
WELCOME TO THIS MEETING OF THE
PLANNING COMMISSION
This outline has been prepared to help you understand the public meeting process.
The review of an item usually takes the following form:
1.The chairperson of the meeting will announce the item to be reviewed and ask for the
staff report on the subject.
2.Staff presents their report on the matter.
3.The Commission will then ask City staff questions about the proposal.
4.The chairperson will then ask the audience if there is anyone present who wishes to
comment on the proposal.
5.This is the time for the public to make comments or ask questions about the proposal.
Please step up to the podium and speak clearly. Give your name and address first and
then your comments.
6.After everyone in the audience wishing to speak has given his or her comments, the
chairperson will close the public discussion portion of the meeting.
7.The Commission will then discuss the proposal. No further public comments are allowed.
8.The Commission will then make its recommendation or decision.
9.All decisions by the Planning Commission are recommendations to the City Council. The
City Council makes the final decision.
“Welcome to the meeting of the Maplewood Planning Commission. It is our desire to
keep all discussions civil as we work through difficult issues tonight. If you are here for a
Public Hearing or to address the Planning Commission, please familiarize yourself with
the Policies and Procedures and Rules of Civility, which are located near the entrance. At
the podium please state your name and address clearly for the record.”
Revised: 02/18
September 19, 2023
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MINUTES
MAPLEWOOD PLANNING COMMISSION
7:00 P.M. Tuesday, September 19, 2023
City Hall, Council Chambers
1830 County Road B East
A.CALL TO ORDER
A meeting of the Commission was held and called to order at 7:01 p.m. by Chairperson Desai
B.ROLL CALL
Tushar Desai, Chairperson Present
Lue Yang, Vice Chairperson Present
Paul Arbuckle,Commissioner Absent
Frederick Dahm, Commissioner Present
John Eads, Commissioner Present
Allan Ige, Commissioner Present
Tom Oszman, Commissioner Absent
Staff Present: Elizabeth Hammond, Planner
C.APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Commissioner Dahm moved to approve the agenda as presented.
Seconded by Vice Chairperson Yang Ayes – All
The motion passed.
D.APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.August 15, 2023 Planning Commission Meeting Minutes
Commissioner Ige moved to approve the August 15, 2023 Planning Commission Meeting Minutes
as submitted.
Seconded by Commissioner Yang Ayes – All
The motion passed.
E.PUBLIC HEARING
1.Snake Discovery, 831 Century Avenue Northa.Conditional Use Permit Amendment Resolutionb.Zoning Map Amendment Ordinance
Elizabeth Hammond, Planner, gave the presentation and answered questions from the
Commission.
Chairperson Desai opened the public hearing.
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The following individuals addressed the commission regarding the request:
1. Emily Roberts, Snake Discovery – 831 Century Ave, Maplewood 2. Thu Tran, Resident – 814 Mayhill Road, Maplewood 3. Rob Stenger, Resident – 814 Mayhill Road, Maplewood 4. Greg Kraushaar, Lighting Specialist (contractor for Snake Discovery’s proposed light) – 7341 Hydram Ave S, Cottage Grove 5. Joe Koegel, Resident – 2677 7th Street East, Maplewood
6. Chris Stenger, Resident – 2703 7th Street East, Maplewood
Chairperson Desai closed the public hearing.
Commissioner Dahm moved to approve a conditional use permit amendment resolution for the
property at 831 Century Avenue North, contingent upon a parking assessment and subject to
certain conditions of approval as outlined by staff.
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AMENDMENT RESOLUTION
BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Maplewood, Minnesota, as follows:
Section 1. Background.
1.01 Edward Robert, on behalf of Snake Discovery, has requested to amend the Conditional
Use Permit for the property located at 831 Century Avenue North.
1.02 The property located at 831 Century Avenue North is legally described as:
All of Lots 2, 31 and 32, Block 1, and that part of Lot 1, Block 1 described as follows:
Beginning at the southeast corner of said Lot 1; thence westerly to the southwest corner
of said Lot 1; thence northerly along the west line of said Lot 1 a distance of 21.9 feet;
thence easterly to a point on the east line of said Lot 1 16.18 feet North of said southeast
corner of Lot 1; thence southerly to the point of beginning. All in CAHANES ACRES,
Ramsey County, Minnesota.
PIN: 252922440052
Section 2. Standards.
2.01 General Conditional Use Permit Standards. City Ordinance Section 44-1097(a) states that
the City Council must base approval of a Conditional Use Permit on the following nine
standards for approval.
1. The use would be located, designed, maintained, constructed and operated to be in
conformity with the City’s Comprehensive Plan and Code of Ordinances.
2. The use would not change the existing or planned character of the surrounding area.
3. The use would not depreciate property values.
4. The use would not involve any activity, process, materials, equipment or methods of
operation that would be dangerous, hazardous, detrimental, disturbing or cause a
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nuisance to any person or property, because of excessive noise, glare, smoke, dust,
odor, fumes, water or air pollution, drainage, water run-off, vibration, general
unsightliness, electrical interference or other nuisances.
5. The use would not exceed the design standards of any affected street.
6. The use would be served by adequate public facilities and services, including streets,
police and fire protection, drainage structures, water and sewer systems, schools and
parks.
7. The use would not create excessive additional costs for public facilities or services.
8. The use would maximize the preservation of and incorporate the site’s natural and
scenic features into the development design.
9. The use would cause minimal adverse environmental effects.
Section 3. Findings.
3.01 The proposal meets the specific Conditional Use Permit standards.
Section 4. City Review Process
4.01 The City conducted the following review when considering this conditional use permit
request.
1. On September 19, 2023, the Planning Commission held a public hearing. City staff
published a hearing notice in the Pioneer Press and sent notices to the surrounding
property owners. The Planning Commission gave everyone at the hearing a chance to
speak and present written statements. The Planning Commission recommended that
the City Council approves this resolution.
2. On October 9, 2023, the City Council discussed this resolution. They considered
reports and recommendations from the planning commission and City staff.
Section 5. City Council
5.01 The City Council hereby _______ the resolution. Approval is based on the findings
outlined in section 3 of this resolution. Approval is subject to the following conditions:
1. All previous CUP conditions, including the CUP granted on June 1, 1988, are
terminated.
2. The city council will review the permit in one year.
3. Outdoor sales, storage, and display are not permitted in the parking lot. These
activities are allowed, however, limited to the area underneath the canopy structure
along the west side of the building or at the main entrance on the east side of the
building, off Century Avenue.
4. A trash enclosure is required around all trash containers or dumpsters and shall be
100 percent opaque. The enclosure must meet city ordinance requirements in Section
44-19 (e). The enclosure is required to be maintained at all times.
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5. The fence surrounding the parking lot perimeter must always be maintained or
repaired as needed.
6. Exterior lighting is required to be reviewed by city staff before installation and to
achieve city ordinance requirements. The applicant will submit all the necessary plans
for review as described in Section 44-20 (c) (1).
Seconded by Commissioner Eads Ayes – All
The motion passed.
Commissioner Dahm moved to approve an ordinance amending the City’s zoning map to rezone
the west portion of the property at 831 Century Avenue North from R1, single-dwelling residential,
to BC, business commercial.
A ZONING MAP AMENDMENT ORDINANCE REZONING THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 831
CENTURY AVENUE NORTH FROM THE R1, SINGLE DWELLING RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT
TO THE BC, BUSINESS COMMERCIAL DISTRICT
The City of Maplewood, Minnesota Ordains:
Section 1.
1.01 The property located at 831 Century Avenue North is legally described as:
All of Lots 2, 31 and 32, Block 1, and that part of Lot 1, Block 1 described as follows: Beginning at
the southeast corner of said Lot 1; thence westerly to the southwest corner of said Lot 1; thence
northerly along the west line of said Lot 1 a distance of 21.9 feet; thence easterly to a point on the
east line of said Lot 1 16.18 feet North of said southeast corner of Lot 1; thence southerly to the
point of beginning. All in CAHANES ACRES, Ramsey County, Minnesota.
PIN: 252922440052
1.02 The property is hereby rezoned from R1, single dwelling residential district, to BC,
business commercial district.
Section 2.
2.01 This ordinance is based on the following findings:
1. The rezoning to BC, business commercial district would result in land use and
development compatible with the existing surrounding development type.
2. The rezoning would be consistent with the intent of the zoning ordinance and the
comprehensive plan.
3. The rezoning would be consistent with public health, safety, and welfare.
Section 3.
3.01 This ordinance is effective upon publication in the city’s official newspaper.
Seconded by Vice Chairperson Yang Ayes – Chairperson Desai and
Vice Chairperson Yang
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Nayes – Commissioner Dahm,
Ige and Eads
The motion failed.
This item will go to the city council on October 9, 2023
F. NEW BUSINESS
None
G. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. Development Code Updates
Rita Trapp and Kendra Ellner, HKGi, gave the presentation and answered questions from the
commission.
H. COMMISSION PRESENTATIONS
None
I. STAFF PRESENTATIONS
1. Sacred Communities and Micro-Unit Dwellings Update
Elizabeth Hammond, Planner, gave the presentation and answered questions from the
commission.
J. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS
None
K. ADJOURNMENT
Chairperson Tesai adjourned the meeting at 9:02 p.m
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PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT
Meeting Date October 17, 2023
REPORT TO: Melinda Coleman, City Manager
REPORT FROM: Michael Martin, AICP, Assistant Community Development Director
Elizabeth Hammond, Planner
PRESENTER: Elizabeth Hammond, Planner
AGENDA ITEM: Development Code Updates
Action Requested: Motion ☐Discussion Public Hearing
Form of Action: ☐Resolution Ordinance ☐Contract/Agreement ☐ Proclamation
Policy Issue:
As discussed at the September meeting, the Planning Commission is being asked to hold a public
hearing to discuss the proposed zoning code amendments it has considered over the last few
years. The attached report from HKGi and associated attachments will provide information and
context for reviewing these proposed updates.
Information related to these changes can also be found at
www.maplewoodmn.gov/zoningcodeupdate.
Recommended Action:
Motion to approve amendments to Chapter 12, Buildings and Building Regulations, and Articles I, II,
and III of Chapter 44 of Maplewood’s zoning code.
Fiscal Impact:
Is There a Fiscal Impact? No ☐ Yes, the true or estimated cost is $0
Financing source(s): ☐ Adopted Budget ☐ Budget Modification ☐ New Revenue Source
☐Use of Reserves Other: N/A
Strategic Plan Relevance:
☐Community Inclusiveness ☐Financial & Asset Mgmt ☐Environmental Stewardship
☐Integrated Communication Operational Effectiveness ☐Targeted Redevelopment
Much of the city’s zoning code has not been updated since 1982 and working to update key
sections of the code will ensure Maplewood’s regulations are working to guide and encourage high-
quality development in the city.
Background:
Please review the attached report from HKGi and the other attachments before the October 17,
2023, Public Hearing held during the Planning Commission Meeting. The City Council is scheduled
to consider the updates for adoption in November. Please note that the Planning Commission has
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discussed and reviewed all of the proposed changes at previous meetings. The changes are
reflective of the guidance and direction given by the commission. There are no new issues identified
within these documents. The proposed changes found in the attachment documents reflect the
Planning Commission’s work over the last few years.
The changes are more overtly detailed in the attached report from HKGi, but in summary, the
proposed amendments are grouped into three areas of the code:
Article I
• Nonconformities
• Off‐street parking
Article II
• Consolidation of uses into tables
• Addition of missing purpose and intent statements
• Reorganization of R‐3 District
• Reorganization of M-U District
• Use specific standards were consolidated into Division 19
• Standards for accessory dwelling units and sacred communities in the accessory uses
section
Article III
• Sign code compliance with the 2015 Reed v. Town of Gilbert U.S. Supreme Court decision
• Amendments requested by the Planning Commission related to window signs and
illumination
In addition, the Planning Commission is requested to review the proposed amendments to Chapter
12, Buildings and Building Regulations as it was recommended that some conditions from Chapter
44 be incorporated into Section 12‐5 Metal Storage Buildings – these changes can be reviewed in
HKGi’s attached report and have previously been reviewed by the Planning Commission.
Attachments:
1. HKGi Report
2. Article I
3. Article II
4. Article III
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DEVELOPMENT CODE UPDATE
TO: City of Maplewood Planning Commission
FROM: Rita Trapp and Kendra Ellner, Consulting Planners
DATE: October 11, 2023
SUBJECT: Development Code Updates
MEETING DATE: October 17, 2023
As discussed at the September meeting, the Planning Commission is being asked to hold a public
hearing to discuss the proposed zoning code amendments that it has been considering over the last
few years. The proposed amendments are grouped into three areas of the code:
Article I
Nonconformities – these are lots, buildings, or uses of land or of a building, existing at the
effective date of any section of the code, which do not conform the requirements of the
section. The primary update was the reorganization of this section by type: use,
building/structures, and lots.
Off‐street parking ‐ The minimum parking requirements were updated to reflect revised use
terminology, simplify calculations, and to address changing needs. The amendment also
clarifies how shared parking facilities are allowed and added parking space dimensions for
parallel parking as was already identified in the mixed‐use district.
Article II
A major change was the consolidation of all of the uses into tables. The use tables are located
after the Article II standards.
Purpose and intent statements were added where they were missing.
No major changes were made to the OSP, F, R‐1, R‐1(R), RE, R‐1S, or R‐2 districts.
The R‐3 District was reorganized. A definition for green space was also added to the definitions
in Article II to further clarify requirements in this area. The definition added was “green space
means the area(s) of the site which is not covered by paved surfaces, the principal structure,
any accessory structures, and other structures like decks, pools, pergolas, etc. Green space can
include landscaping, planting beds, fencing, retaining walls, and similar improvements.”
No major changes were made to the business, manufacturing, or N‐E districts.
The M‐U district was specifically reviewed. Diagrams were added for clarification. The design
standards were reorganized for clarity.
The use specific standards were consolidated into Division 19. New standards were added for
accessory dwelling units and sacred communities in the accessory uses section.
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Article III
One of the primary reasons for updating the sign code is to adjust the ordinance language to be
in conformance with the 2015 Reed v. Town of Gilbert U.S. Supreme Court decision which limits
the ability of a city to regulate signs based on the content of the sign.
The code is now intended to ensure that sign ordinances conform to reasonably regulate when
and how long a sign can be displayed, where the signs can be located and how the signs can be
constructed or designed; so long as these regulations do not conflict with content regulation.
At its last meeting the Planning Commission discussed a few additional changes to the signage
regulations. The following summarizes changes made to Article III based on that discussion.
o Window signs ‐ revised definition to be “Window sign means a sign that is attached
directly to a window with a type of film that adheres to the glass without damaging it. A
window sign may not be etched, painted, or hung inside the window. This does not
include merchandise on display in a window, seasonal displays of holiday pictures,
lights, or signs which are legally required to be posted.”
For every district we removed the ability for temporary window signs to be
painted on the window
In the residential districts the regulations specifically state that no window signs
are allowed.
In the business, manufacturing, and mixed‐use districts it states that a window
sign may be substituted for all or a portion of the allowable wall signage area as
long as the window sign, which includes all pieces that convey the commercial
brand, does not cover more than 1/3 of the window or door in which the sign is
placed.
o Illumination
Lighting. Signage lighting in the MU or NE districts is permitted as long as it does
not cast illumination on residential units and meets one of the following
standards of external or internal illumination:
External illumination.
o The light source shall be a separate fixture directed onto the sign
face; or
o A halo effect/reverse illumination is used, which is an external
light source behind the sign face or individual letters.
Internal illumination.
o An internal light source shall be permitted only for a sign that is
less than 200 square inches in size that is made of exposed neon
or LED that has the appearance of exposed neon.
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In addition the public hearing for Articles I, II, and III of Chapter 44 Zoning Code, the Planning
Commission is requested to review the proposed amendments to Chapter 12, Buildings and Building
Regulations as it was recommended that some conditions from Chapter 44 be incorporated into
Section 12‐5 Metal Storage Buildings. The proposed amendment is as follows with the new text being
underlined:
Sec. 12‐5. ‐ Metal storage buildings.
(a)It shall be unlawful to erect a metal storage building in the city which is of a design
commonly referred to as a pole barn or agri‐building, unless such building would be:
(1)Located in a F farm residence district;
(2) A metal storage building commonly used as a backyard storage shed;
(3)Located in an M‐1 light manufacturing or M‐2 heavy manufacturing district
and substantially screened so as to be 80 percent opaque as viewed from
residentially zoned land or streets. If the screening is removed or dies and is
not replaced, the city council may require removal of the building. If the
value of the building exceeds $25,000.00, the city council shall allow at least
a five‐year amortization period; or
(4)Located in a BC business commercial district with an approved conditional
use permit and meeting the following standards:
i.No more than 20 percent of the building would be visible from streets
or the highest topographical point of the nearest residential lot lines.
ii.The building would not be of lesser quality than surrounding
development. If the screening is removed or dies and the owner does
not replace it, the city council may require that the owner remove the
building. If the value of the building exceeds $25,000.00, the city
council shall allow at least a five‐year amortization period.
(b)Special architectural design and nonmetal decorative modifications may be required by
the city.
(c)Should any dispute arise over the classification of a proposed metal building, the
director of community development shall determine whether the proposed metal
building fits into the pole barn category. Appeals of the director's decision shall be made
to the city council for a determination of the building type.
(d)The city council may grant variances to the requirements of this section. All variances
must follow the requirements provided in Minnesota State Statutes.
(e)A rezoning shall not be approved unless any metal storage building on the site complies
with the requirements of this section.
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2023 CITY CODE AMENDMENTS PUBLIC HEARING DRAFT
CHAPTER 44 – ZONING
ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL
OCTOBER 8, 2023
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Section I. Chapter 44, Section 44-3 is hereby amended as follows (additions are
underlined and deletions are stricken):
Secs. 44-3. Scope, applicability to nonconforming structures or uses.
(1) The use of all land and every building or portion of a building erected, altered with
respect to height and area, added to, or relocated and every use within a building or use
accessory thereto in the city shall be in conformity with this chapter. Any existing building
or structure and any existing use of property not in conformity with the regulations
prescribed in this chapter, as of the date of the adoption of such regulation, shall be
regarded as nonconforming and subject to the regulations set forth in Sec. 44-12., but
may be continued, extended or changed subject to special regulations provided in this
chapter with respect to nonconforming properties or uses.
Section II. Chapter 44, Section 44-6 is hereby repealed in its entirety and replaced with
the following:
Secs. 44-6. Definitions.
The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this chapter, shall have the
meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different
meaning:
Accessory building means a building subordinate to the main building on a lot and used for
purposes customarily incidental to those of the main building.
Accessory use means a use subordinate to the primary use of land or a building on a lot
and customarily incidental thereto.
Adult day or child care center means a child care center means a non-residential facility
licensed under Minnesota Rules 9503, where the operator is providing care for less than twenty-
four hours at a time. This term includes a day program, drop-in child care program, a night care
program, and a school age program. This term also includes a child care center that is
accessory to another use and that is intended for use by the employees of the principal uses
and their immediate family for more than three hours of care and supervision a day. This term
does not include programs operated by a public school for children 33 months or older.
Animal means any animate being, except a human being, which is endowed with the power
of voluntary motion, including but not limited to fish, birds, mammals, reptiles and insects.
Animal boarding, shelter, or daycare center means any structure or premises on which
more than three (3) dogs or cats over six (6) months of age are temporarily or permanently
boarded, including animal daycare/spa/grooming facilities. A portion of the site may be used for
associated retail.
Animal veterinary clinic means a facility for the diagnosis, treatment, or hospitalization of
small animals, including dogs, cats, rabbits, hamsters, and other animals of a similar nature.
The facility may also provide boarding for animals as part of medical services.
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Aquaculture means the farming of aquatic organisms such as fish, crustaceans, and
mollusks. It involves cultivating freshwater and saltwater aquatic populations under controlled
conditions for the production and sale of fish.
Aquaponics means a closed-loop system between plants and fish. It involves cultivating
fish and plants in a symbiotic environment for the production and sale of fish and produce.
Assisted living facility means a residential facility licensed by the state which provides
services on a regular basis, such as personal services, 24-hour supervision, social activities,
and health-related care and services, to individuals who require the assistance, but who do not
require the degree of care and treatment that a hospital or skilled nursing facility provides.
Basic structural alteration means any enlargement of a building, whether by extending on
any side or by increasing in height, or the moving of a building from one location to another.
Bed and breakfast means transient lodging establishment located in a single-family
dwelling unit or other approved building in which guestrooms are rented on a nightly basis for
periods of less than a week and where at least one meal is offered in connection with the
provision of sleeping accommodations only.
Boardinghouse or lodging house means a building, other than a motel or hotel, where
lodging and meals are provided for compensation and by prearrangement for definite periods of
not less than 30 consecutive calendar days for three or more persons, but not to exceed 20
persons.
Brewery means a facility that produces beer, ale or other beverages made from malt by
fermentation and containing not less than one-half (½) of one (1) percent alcohol by volume.
Building area means the area of a lot that is covered by buildings or as part of a building
extended over the lot. Building area shall not include cornices, eaves, gutters, unenclosed
decks or patios, or buildings with 120 square feet or less of area.
Building line means the line parallel to the street line at a distance therefrom equal to the
depth of the front yard required for the district in which the lot is located. For a lot fronting on a
public water, the building line shall include a line parallel to the ordinary high-water level at the
required setback therefrom.
Cemetery, crematory, or mausoleum means land used or intended to be used exclusively
for the burial of the human dead and dedicated for cemetery purposes, including, mausoleums,
if operated in connection with and within the boundaries of such cemetery.
Clinic, medical, dental, or health related means any entity that is not a hospital or residence
that is used primarily for the provision of outpatient nursing, medical, podiatric, dental,
chiropractic, optometric or mental health care and treatment or an entity which is required to be
certified under the Department of Health Services in order to receive reimbursement for
outpatient health services to clients.
Club, lodge or hall means a nonprofit association of persons who are bona fide members,
paying regular dues, and are organized for some common purpose, but not including a group
organized solely or primarily to render a service customarily carried on as a commercial
enterprise.
Commercial equipment means equipment not normally associated with residential uses or
purposes, including but not limited to cement mixers, snowplows, wood chippers, stump
grinders, earth-moving equipment or heavy-duty compressors.
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Commercial use means a principal use of land or buildings for the sale, lease, rental or
trade of products, goods or services.
Community or market garden means a cultivated spaces typically gardened and managed
by one or more persons, either on undeveloped lots or on leased lands for private consumption
or retail sale.
Conditional use means a land use or development that would not be appropriate generally,
but may be allowed with appropriate conditions or restrictions as provided by official controls.
Contractor shop and yard means an establishment and its associated yard used for the
repair, maintenance, or storage of a contractor's vehicles, equipment, and materials. It may
include the contractor's business office. Contractors include, but are not limited to, plumbing,
heating, air conditioning, painting, roofing, carpentry, blacksmith, soldering or welding, electrical,
and ventilation.
Continuing care facility means a residential facility or complex which provides a variety of
senior living choices, from independent living to long-term care, with a goal of helping residents
to age in place.
Covered structure means a structure with a roof.
Day care, family means a dwelling unit where a resident of the dwelling is providing care
under Minnesota Rule 9502.
Deck means a horizontal, unenclosed platform with or without attached railings, seats,
trellises or other features that are attached or functionally related to a principal use.
Direct to consumer sales means direct to consumer sales means the sale of agricultural
products or prepared foods directly from farmers or vendors to consumers including, but not
limited to, community supported agriculture, farm stands, farmer's markets.
Dispenser means a device designed to dispense motor fuel which contains the hose nozzle
and meter.
Disposal facility means a waste facility permitted by the state pollution control agency for
the disposal of waste. A disposal facility shall also include any appurtenant facilities needed to
process waste for disposal or transfer to another waste facility.
Distillery means facility that produces ethyl alcohol, hydrated oxide of ethyl, sprits of wine,
whiskey, rum, brandy, gin, or other distilled spirits, including all dilutions and mixtures thereof for
non-industrial use.
Drive-up food or beverage window, drive through sales and service means an opening in
the wall of a building or restaurant designed and intended to be used to provide food and/or
beverage sales and/or food and/or beverage service to patrons who remain in their vehicles
AND An opening in the wall of a building designed and intended to be used to provide sales
and/or service to patrons who remain in their vehicles.
Dwelling, apartment means a building on a lot with side-by-side or stacked dwelling units
that typically share a common entrance.
Dwelling, apartment mixed use means a dwelling unit that is within a building that also
contains a non-residential use permitted in that district.
Dwelling, double (duplex) means a building on a lot designed and occupied exclusively as
a residence for two families.
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Dwelling, multiple means a building on a lot, designed exclusively as a residence for three
or more families.
Dwelling, single-unit means a detached building on a lot, designed exclusively as a
residence for one family.
Dwelling site means a designated location for residential use, including temporary or
moveable shelter, such as camping and recreational vehicle sites.
Dwelling, townhouse means a residence for one family that is attached to at least two other
residences, each with a private outside entrance and with no one unit or major portion thereof
directly above or below the other units
Exterior sale of goods means exterior storage, display, sale, or distribution of goods or
materials, but not including a junkyard, salvage automobile, or other wrecking yard, and direct to
consumer sales.
Family means one of the following, living together as a single housekeeping unit:
(1) An individual or a group of persons not to exceed five, who are not related by blood,
marriage, foster children, or adoption;
(2) Two persons related by blood, marriage, foster children, or adoption and not more
than three unrelated persons; or
(3) Three or more persons related by blood, marriage, foster children, or adoption and not
more than two unrelated persons.
Farm building means any building used for storing agricultural equipment or farm produce,
housing livestock or poultry, and poultry processing, including egg handling, and processing
dairy products. The term "farm building" shall not include dwellings.
Financial institution means an establishment where the principal business is the receipt,
disbursement, or exchange of funds and currencies, such as banks or credit unions.
Foundation area means the gross horizontal area of the building foundation, including a
tuck-under garage, measured from the exterior side of a frost wall or basement wall.
Front line of the dwelling means the longer side of a building that faces a street. If the front
wall has an angle, the longest section shall be the front line. The length of parallel sections shall
be added together to determine the longest section. On an interior lot, the director of community
development may consider the short side of the building to be the front. The director shall base
this decision on the design of the house.
Front lot line means the lot line that abuts a street right-of-way line. On a corner lot, the
front lot line shall be the line that is most parallel to the front line of the dwelling. If the city
determines that the dwelling has no front line or that the line is equally parallel to both lot lines,
the property owner shall choose a front lot line.
Front yard setback means the distance between any part of a structure and a street right-
of-way line. A corner lot shall have a front yard setback on each street frontage. The front yard
setback shall not include eaves, gutters, cornices or chimneys that project no more than two
feet into the yard. The front yard setback shall also not include sidewalks, steps, ramps or at-
grade patios that have no walls, solid fence or roof.
Funeral home or mortuary means an establishment providing services such as preparing
the deceased for burial or cremation and arranging and managing funerals. The facility may
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include a chapel for the conduct of funeral services and spaces for funeral services and informal
gatherings.
Grade means as defined by the Uniform Building Code.
Green space means the area(s) of the site which is not covered by paved surfaces, the
principal structure, any accessory structures, and other structures like decks, pools, pergolas,
etc. Green space can include landscaping, planting beds, fencing, retaining walls, and similar
improvements.
Habitable floor area means residential floor area that meets the Uniform Building Code
requirements for ceiling height, light and ventilation.
Health/sports club means an establishment exceeding 20,000 square feet in size which
provides physical fitness facilities and services to the public for a fee, including but not limited
to; game courts, exercise equipment, exercise areas, running tracks, swimming pools, physical
fitness maintenance and weight control services and instructors, locker rooms, saunas and
associated retail shop intended for members of the club only.
Heavy commercial vehicle means a vehicle, including trailers, with more than a one-ton
nominal rated carrying capacity, including but not limited to the following:
(1) Tractor trucks, wreckers, backhoes or dump trucks; vehicles and equipment designed
or modified for use in any construction, demolition, maintenance or delivery activity;
semitrailers; garbage trucks; tank trucks; flatbed trucks; boom or bucket trucks; cattle
trucks; trucks carrying or designed to carry explosive or flammable materials, well-
drilling equipment, earth-moving equipment; vehicles and equipment used for
maintenance, repair, construction or delivery on the premises may be parked at or on
the property during the period of work.
(2) Tractors (road or farm) other than those intended for residential purposes or uses.
(3) All trailers or towed equipment with a capacity greater than one ton or a gross vehicle
weight rating of more than 12,000 pounds.
(4) All trucks, truck tractors, tractors, semitrailers, vans, or pickup trucks as defined that
have a capacity greater than one ton or a gross vehicle weight or maximum gross
vehicle weight of more than 12,000 pounds.
(5) Step vans designed or modified for the transportation of cargo, freight, construction
machinery, equipment, materials or implements.
This definition does not include the resident's recreational vehicles.
Height of building means the vertical distance of a building measured from the mean grade
level directly in front of the building to the midpoint of a pitched roof and the top of a flat roof.
The height of a building shall not include chimneys, spires, towers, rooftop mechanical
equipment, elevator penthouses, or similar building projections.
Helistop means a place for one helicopter to land or take off, but does not include fueling or
maintenance operations or facilities.
Home garden means a garden within a residential property.
Home occupation means any gainful occupation engaged in by an occupant of a dwelling
unit where the occupation is secondary to the main use of the premises as a residence. Such
occupation may be conducted within a dwelling unit or accessory structure.
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Hotel means a building containing six or more guest rooms in which temporary lodging is
offered to guests for compensation, and in which access to and from each room or unit is
through interior lobbies, courts, or halls. Additional services such as restaurants, meeting
rooms, entertainment, and recreational facilities may also be provided.
Indoor theater means an establishment that has an audience viewing hall or room and a
permanent stage for the presentation of live performances by live actors to a live audience in a
theater setting. Theaters may include but are not limited to live performances of music, dance,
plays and orations. Also includes movie theaters.
Industrial use means the use of land or buildings to produce, manufacture, store or transfer
goods, products, commodities or other times.
Livestock raising and handling include horses, cattle, mules, asses, goats, sheep, swine,
buffalo, llamas, ostriches, reptiles, genetic hybrids of the foregoing, and other living animals
usually kept for agriculture, husbandry, or the production of edible or salable byproducts. This
definition shall be expressly construed as having no application to the ownership or disposition
of poultry.
Live-work unit means a dwelling unit in combination with a shop, office, studio or other
workspace within the same unit, where the resident occupant both lives and works.
Long-term or transitional care facility means a facility that provides meals, lodging, and
nursing care to two or more individuals due to illness, age, or infirmity. Long-term care facilities
include skilled nursing facilities such as nursing homes, rest homes, boarding care homes,
convalescent care, and other transitional care facilities.
Lot means a parcel of land described separately from other parcels of land by a plat, metes
and bounds, registered land survey, auditor's plat or other accepted means. The county must
record the lot description.
Lot area means the area of a lot, excluding drainage easements, wetlands and land below
the ordinary high-water mark of public waters.
Lot of record means any legal parcel of land which is or can be taxed by the county as a
separate parcel, without the need for lot division approval by the city.
Lot width means the distance at the building line between side property lines for interior lots
and between a side property line and the opposite street right-of-way for corner lots.
Manufactured home means a structure, transportable in one or more sections, which, in the
traveling mode, is eight body feet or more in width or 40 body feet or more in length, or, when
erected, on site, is 320 or more square feet, and which is built on a permanent chassis and
designed to be used as a dwelling with or without a permanent foundation when connected to
the required utilities, and includes the plumbing, heating, air conditioning, and electrical systems
contained in it, and which complies with the manufactured home building code in Minn. Stat. §
327.31, subd. 6.
Manufactured home park means a parcel of land under single control or ownership which
has been developed for the placement of manufactured homes for residential use.
Manufacturing, heavy means an establishment or use of land that manufactures,
assembles, or fabricates using processes that generally create odor, noise, vibration,
illumination or particulates that may impact surrounding properties. This category shall also
include any use of land that needs large outdoor structures or storage that cannot be
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incorporated into the building. Examples include, but are not limited to the following: large-scale
food and bottling operations; lumber, milling and planning facilities; grain milling; gas
manufacture, aggregate, concrete, and asphalt plants; foundries, forge shops, and other
intensive metal fabrication; and chemical manufacturing.
Manufacturing, light means an establishment or use of land for the assembly or processing
of previously processed components or manufactured parts using processes that do not create
significant amounts of noise, vibration, illumination, or particulates that may impact surrounding
properties. Odors produced on-site shall not negatively affect other businesses or properties in
the area. Examples include but are not limited to the following: food; pharmaceuticals; clothes;
furniture (where wood is milled off-site); hardware; toys; light sheet metal products; mechanical
components; musical instruments; printing; small vehicle assembly; custom shop for making
articles or products sold on the premises; and computer software. This shall not include the
assembly or processing of fish associated with aquaponics or aquaculture operations.
Market value means the taxable market value as determined by the county assessor's
office.
Medical and dental laboratories, not including the manufacture of pharmaceutical or other
products for general sales and distribution means a facility involved in scientific research,
investigation, testing, or experimentation, but not including manufacture or sale of products,
except as incidental to the main purpose of the laboratory.
Micro-unit means a mobile residential dwelling, providing permanent housing within a
sacred community that meets the requirements of Minn. Stats. § 327.30.
Mining means the surface or subsurface removal of sand, gravel, rock, industrial minerals,
other nonmetallic minerals and peat not regulated under state law.
Motel means a building or group of buildings containing six or more guest rooms in which
temporary lodging is offered to guests for compensation, and in which access to and from each
room or unit is through an exterior door.
Motor vehicle accessory installation center means a place to install equipment sold on the
premises in a motor vehicle.
Motor vehicle maintenance garage means a building for the maintenance or repair of motor
vehicles. This definition does not include a motor vehicle accessory installation center or motor
vehicle wash.
Motor vehicle major motor fuel station means a retail business engaged in the sale of
motor vehicle fuels that has more than three dispensers.
Motor vehicle minor motor fuel station means a retail business engaged in the sale of
motor vehicle fuels with a maximum of three dispensers. Fuel dispensers shall be designed to
serve only two cars at once.
Motor vehicle wash means a building for washing motor vehicles. This definition does not
include the occasional handwashing of vehicles stored in a parking garage.
Nonconforming building or use means a building or a use of land or of a building, existing
at the effective date of any section of this chapter, which does not conform with the
requirements of such section of this chapter, or a use authorized under article V of this chapter.
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On-sale liquor is the sale of alcoholic beverages for consumption on the licensed premises
only.
Open space and parks mean properties that are publicly owned which are used or planned
as open space or park lands.
Personal service means establishments primarily engaged in providing individual services
generally related to personal needs; examples include, but are not limited to: barber and beauty
shops, dry cleaning or laundry pick up station, laundromats, permanent make-up studios, tailors,
tattoo shops, salons, and photography studio.
Place of amusement, recreation or assembly, other than an indoor theater, indoor athletic
activity or itinerant carnival facility operated as a business and which are open to the public for a
fee that shall include, but is not limited to, billiard parlors, skating rinks, indoor swimming pools,
bowling alleys, arcades, tennis courts, and other similar businesses. Such businesses may also
provide a snack bar, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage sales, restaurant, retails sales of
related items, and other support facilities.
Planned unit developments (PUD) means a type of development characterized by a unified
site design, with often two or more principal uses or structures. A PUD may include townhouses,
apartments, multiple-use structures such as an apartment with commercial shops, or similar
projects. Residential PUDs must have at least five dwelling units or dwelling sites and may
include single-dwelling homes. The PUD application, timing and recording process is described
under article VII, Rezoning to a planned unit development.
Poultry means domesticated birds in the order of Galliformes (excluding the genus
Meleagris) that serve as a source of eggs or meat.
Predominant setback means the setback of the majority of the dwellings on the same side
of the same street and within 350 feet of the lot to be built on.
Premises means a tract of land, including any buildings thereon.
Private garage means an accessory building designed or used for the shelter or storage of
motor vehicles.
Public parks and playgrounds mean properties that are publicly owned which are used or
planned as open space or park lands.
Publishing or printing establishment means a business engaging in the reproduction of
written or graphic materials through processes that include the use of volatile organic
compounds which are subject to federal or state air emissions regulations.
Rear lot line means the lot line that is opposite and most parallel to the front lot line.
Rear yard setback means the distance between any part of a structure and the rear
property line. The rear yard shall not include eaves, gutters, cornices, steps, ramps or chimneys
that project no more than two feet into the yard.
Recyclable materials means materials that can be processed for reuse. Such materials
include paper, glass, metals, automobile oil, batteries, yard waste, garbage, refuse, water-
treatment-plant sludge, concrete or asphalt. Recyclable materials do not include hazardous
waste, except when part of an approved household hazardous waste program, animal waste or
sewage sludge.
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Recycling facility means a place for the collection or processing of recyclable materials
brought from another site. A recycling facility shall not include a disposal facility, junkyard or any
yard for the storage or disposal of vehicle parts. A recycling facility shall also not include the
incidental collection of recyclable materials within a building, the temporary collection of
newspapers or cans for fundraising, or reverse vending machines.
Religious institutions means a church, synagogue, mosque, or other religious organization
organized under Minn. Stats. Chapter 315.
Residential care, licensed in-home means an in-home residential facility licensed by the
state under 144D which provides primarily nonmedical care to individuals who are in need of
personal assistance to manage the activities of daily life or for the protection of the individual.
Residential lot line means the lot line of any property with a residential building on it or any
property that the city is planning for residential use on its land use plan.
Residential planned unit development means a residential use that is nontransient, and the
primary focus of the development is not service oriented. For example, residential apartments,
manufactured home parks, residential condominiums, townhouses, cooperatives, single-
dwelling homes and multiple dwellings would meet this definition.
Restaurant means an establishment, where food and drink are prepared and served for
human consumption, principally within the establishment or for take-out to be consumed off-
premises. This does include drive-in restaurant. A restaurant can include a brewpub where beer
brewed on premises is sold in addition to food.
Retail means establishments engaged in selling goods or merchandise to the general
public for personal or household consumption and rendering services incidental to the sale of
the goods; examples include, but are not limited to: grocery, liquor, department, variety,
clothing, furniture, antique, gift, drug, hardware, and book stores, news shops, photocopying
establishments, flower shops, consignment shops and show rooms for retail. Incidental repair of
items sold may be provided on site. Pawn shops and auction halls are not considered general
retail.
Retail or commercial rental activities means rental of commercial equipment, including but
not limited to scaffolding, skid loaders, party tents, and fork lifts.
Road tractor means any motor vehicle designed or used for drawing other vehicles but
having no provision for carrying loads independently or any part of the weight of the load it is
drawing.
Roominghouse means any single housekeeping unit in which space is rented, less meals,
to persons unrelated to the resident manager or property owner, in excess of the definition of
family, as defined in this section.
Sacred community means a residential settlement established on or contiguous to the
grounds of a religious institution's primary worship location primarily for the purpose of providing
permanent housing for chronically homeless persons, extremely low-income persons, and
designated volunteers that meet the requirements of Minn. Stats. § 327.30.
Sale or leasing of new or used motor vehicles means an open area, other than a street,
used for the display, sale or rental of new or used motor vehicles in operable condition and
where no repair work is done.
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Scrap, salvage, or junk yard means any area, lot, land, parcel, building or structure, or part
thereof, used for the storage, collection, processing, purchase, sale, salvage or disposal of
scrap, waste, reclaimable material or debris.
Semipublic use means the use of land by a private, nonprofit organization to provide a
public service that is ordinarily open to persons outside the regular constituency of the
organization.
Semitrailer means a vehicle of the trailer type so designed and used in conjunction with a
truck tractor that a considerable part of its own weight or that of its load rests upon and is
carried by the truck tractor and includes a trailer drawn by a truck tractor semitrailer
combination.
Setback means the minimum horizontal distance between any part of a structure, sewage
treatment system or other facility and an ordinary high-water level, sewage treatment system,
top of a bluff, property line or another structure. Setbacks shall not include eaves, gutters,
cornices, steps, chimneys or fireplaces projecting not more than two feet from the principal
structure.
Sewage treatment system means a septic tank and soil absorption system or other
individual or cluster-type sewage treatment system.
Shoreland planned unit development means a planned unit development (PUD) located
within the shoreland overlay district. The shoreland PUD is processed as a conditional use
permit, as described under article IX, Shoreland Overlay District, and in compliance with Minn.
Rules § 6120.3800 as may be amended.
Side lot line means the lot lines that connect the front and rear lot lines.
Side yard setback means the distance between any part of a structure and the side
property line. The side yard shall not include eaves, gutters, cornices, steps, ramps or chimneys
that project no more than two feet into the yard.
Signs mean any letter, word or symbol, device, poster, picture, statuary, reading matter, or
representation in the nature of an advertisement, announcement, message or visual
constructed, which is displayed to direct the attention of the public for informative or
communicative purposes. Such communication located completely within an enclosed building
and not exposed to view from a street shall not be considered a sign.
Specialty food or coffee shop means an establishment whose primary business is the sale
of a single specialty type of food or beverage that is not considered a complete meal (e.g.,
candy, coffee, ice cream) for consumption on or off premises. The sale of other food,
beverages, or merchandise is incidental to the sale of the specialty food or beverage.
Street line means the dividing line between a lot and the outside boundary of a public
street, road or highway legally open or officially plotted by the city, or between a lot and a
private street, road or way over which the owners or tenants of two or more lots held in single or
separate ownership have the right-of-way.
Structure means any building or appurtenance constructed or built on the ground or
attached to the ground. This does not include aerial or underground utility lines, such as sewer,
electric, telephone, telegraph, gas lines, towers, poles or other supporting facilities.
Studio or makerspace means an establishment engaged in the sale, loan, or display of
visual works of art. Makerspace is defined as an establishment where hand tools, mechanical
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tools and electronic tools are shared or individually used for the manufacture of artisan finished
products or parts including design, processing, fabrication, assembly, treatment, and packaging
of products; as well as the incidental storage, sales and distribution of such products. Typical
artisan manufacturing uses include, but are not limited to: electronic goods; food and bakery
products in a commercial kitchen; non-alcoholic beverages; printmaking; household appliances;
leather products; jewelry and clothing/apparel; metal work; furniture; glass or ceramic
production; and paper manufacturing.
Storage and sale of machinery and equipment means the storage and sale of machinery
and equipment, including but not limited to trailers, motorcycles, boats, and farm implements.
Storage facility, personal means a building or group of buildings consisting of individual,
self-contained units leased to individuals, organizations, or businesses for self-service storage
of personal property.
Storage yard means any lot used for the purposes of keeping, in an unroofed area, of any
goods, material, merchandise, or vehicles in the same place for more than twenty-four (24)
hours.
Subdivision means the separation of an area, parcel or tract of land into two or more
parcels, tracts, lots or long-term leasehold interests for sale, rent or lease.
Supportive commercial uses mean commercial uses that provide services to the primary
use, including Incidental services, such as restaurants, pharmacies and retail sales which serve
primarily the occupants and patrons of the permitted office use, when conducted within the
same building.
Trailer means any vehicle designed for carrying property or passengers on its own
structure and for being drawn by a motor vehicle, but does not include a trailer drawn by a truck
tractor semitrailer combination, or an auxiliary axle on a motor vehicle which carries a portion of
the weight of the motor vehicle to which it is attached.
Truck means any motor vehicle designed, used or maintained primarily for the
transportation of property or for carrying property other than passengers, except pickup trucks
and vans.
Truck tractor means one of the following:
(1) A motor vehicle designed and used primarily for drawing other vehicles and not
constructed to carry a load other than a part of the weight of the vehicle and load
drawn; or
(2) A motor vehicle designed and used primarily for drawing other vehicles used
exclusively for transporting motor vehicles or boats and capable of carrying motor
vehicles or boats on its own structure.
Trucking yard or terminal land and buildings used as a relay station for the transfer of a
load from one vehicle to another or one party to another the terminal cannot be used for
permanent or long-term storage. The terminal facility may include storage areas for trucks, and
buildings or areas for the repair of trucks associated with the terminal.
Urban farms means large-scale gardening in an urban environment for training or
production.
Variance means the same as defined in Minn. Stats. ch. 462.
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Vehicle means a device for carrying or conveying persons or property that may be self-
propelled or may be propelled, drawn or towed by a self-propelled vehicle.
Warehouse & distribution facility means storage of goods or materials within an enclosed
building including packing and crating.
Winery means a processing facility used for the fermenting and processing of fruit juice into
wine; or the refermenting of still wine into sparkling wine.
Wholesale business establishments means the selling of goods, equipment and materials
by bulk to another business that in turn sells to the final customer.
Yard, front, means the required open space, extending along the street line throughout the
full width of the lot, exclusive of overhanging eaves, gutters, cornices, steps and chimneys
projecting not more than 18 inches.
Yard, side, means the required open space, extending along the sideline throughout the full
depth of the lot, exclusive of overhanging eaves, gutters, cornices, steps and chimneys
projecting not more than 18 inches.
Section III. Chapter 44, Section 44-12 is hereby repealed in its entirety and replaced with
the following:
Secs. 44-12. Nonconformities
(1) The purpose of this section is to establish regulations for nonconforming lots, buildings,
and uses. It is the intent of this section that all nonconformities shall eventually be
brought into conformity.
(2) Any lawful use, substandard lot, or building existing at the effective date of any section of
this chapter may be continued at the size and in the existing manner of operation, as
specified in this section.
(3) Nonconforming uses.
a. If a nonconforming use of a building or land is voluntarily abandoned and ceases
for a continuous period of one year or more, subsequent use of such building or
land shall be in conformity with this chapter.
b. Whenever a nonconforming use of a building or land has been changed to a
conforming use, such use shall not thereafter be changed to a nonconforming
use.
c. No nonconforming use shall be extended to displace a conforming use.
d. The city council may permit, through the issuance of a conditional use permit, as
provided in article V of this chapter, the extension of a nonconforming use
throughout those parts of a building which were manifestly designed or arranged
for such use prior to the date when such use of such building became
nonconforming, if no structural alteration, except those required by law, are
made.
e. The substitution of one nonconforming use for another nonconforming use may
be permitted by the city council by conditional use permit, as provided in article V
of this chapter, provided that such nonconforming use is determined by the city
council to be of the same or more restrictive nature as the original nonconforming
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use. Whenever a nonconforming use of a building or land has been changed to a
use of a more restrictive classification or to a conforming use, such use shall not
thereafter be changed to a use of a less restricted classification.
f. No existing building or premises devoted to a use not permitted in the district in
which such building or premises is located shall be enlarged, reconstructed, or
structurally altered, unless:
i. Required by law or government order; or
ii. There would not be a significant effect, as determined by the city through
a conditional use permit, on the development of the parcel as zoned.
(4) Nonconforming building or structures.
a. Unless otherwise allowed by this section, normal maintenance and alterations of
a nonconforming building or structure is only permitted as long as the there is no
expansion to the foundation and/or building volume; the building capacity is not
increased; and the nonconformity of the use is not increased. Alterations to
improve the livability of nonconforming residential units is allowed provided that it
does not increase the number of dwelling units, size of building, or volume of
building.
b. No nonconforming building or structure shall be moved to any other part of the
parcel or to another lot unless the movement shall bring the nonconforming
building or structure into compliance with the requirements of this chapter.
c. If a nonconforming building, structure, or use is destroyed by fire or other peril to
the extent of greater than 50 percent of its market value and no building permit
has been applied for within 180 days from the date the building or structure was
damaged, subsequent use of such building or land shall be brought into
conformity with the chapter. The city may impose reasonable conditions upon a
building permit sought in order to maintain a damaged nonconforming building,
structure, or use in order to mitigate any newly created impact upon adjacent
property.
d. A property owner or developer may expand a nonconforming structure or parking
lot if the structure or parking lot meets the following conditions:
i. The zoning regulations permit the use.
ii. The expansion would meet the minimum setbacks required by this
chapter or the setbacks of the existing structure, whichever is less. The
expansion shall not exceed the maximum height required by this chapter
or the existing height, whichever is taller. To deviate from these
requirements, the city may approve a conditional use permit, subject to
the standards in this Code.
iii. The minimum setback from the ordinary high-water level in a shoreland
district would be at least the average setback of adjacent residential
structures or 50 feet, whichever is greater.
iv. All portions of the structure would be on the applicant's property.
v. Runoff from the overhang of the addition would not adversely affect an
adjacent property.
(5) Nonconforming lots.
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a. The city shall allow construction on nonconforming lots that do not meet the size,
width, frontage, or depth standards if the lots meet the following requirements:
i. Since becoming substandard, the lots have always been in separate
ownership from abutting lands.
ii. The lots were of record in the county recorder's office on the effective
date of the ordinance from which this section derives.
iii. There is no evidence that the lots did not meet the official controls in
effect when the city approved the lots.
iv. Any sewage treatment system meets the requirements of this Code.
v. The zoning regulations would permit the use.
Section IV. Chapter 44, Section 44-17 is hereby repealed in its entirety and replaced with
the following:
Secs. 44-17. Off-street parking.
(1) The following uses shall provide additional off-street parking spaces as indicated in Table
44-17-1, unless otherwise authorized by the city council.
Table 44-17-1 Off-Street Parking Requirements
Use Minimum Spaces Required
Residential
Household Living
Single-family dwelling, double dwelling
(duplex), or manufactured home Two
Townhouse or apartment dwelling (including
age-restricted apartments)
Two per unit.
One space must be enclosed
Assisted living facility One space for every three client
rooms
Continuing care, long-term, or transitional
care facility
One space for every five beds
Residential care facility One space for every three client
rooms
Lodging
Hotel or motel
One space for each rental room or
suite. Additional facilities shall be
calculated according to the table and
added to the total (restaurant,
assembly hall, etc.)
Public & Institutional
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Use Minimum Spaces Required
Adult day or child care center
One space for each employee on the
maximum work shift, plus one off-
street loading space for every six to
ten students
School One space for every 20 auditorium
seats
Commercial
Food, Beverage, & Indoor Entertainment
Restaurant
One space for every four seats
allowed per maximum building
occupancy
Theater, auditorium, religious institution, or
other place of public assemblage
One space for every four persons
allowed per maximum building
occupancy
Shopping centers having enclosed,
nonleasable common areas
One space for every 250 square feet
of floor area. If more than 50% of
building is a food or beverage use,
the square footage must be
calculated for each individual use
Miscellaneous Commercial
Commercial, office, or recreational building
use
One space for every 200 square feet
of floor area
Motor fuel stations
Four spaces, plus three additional
spaces for each service stall. If there
is a convenience store or restaurant
associated with the fuel station,
additional parking shall be provided
based on the use
Motor vehicle repair
Two spaces for each service stall,
one space for each employee, and
one space for each business vehicle
stored on the site
Automobile sales, leasing, and rental
One space for each 500 square feet
of gross indoor display area. This off-
street parking shall be in addition to
automobile display areas
Industrial
Manufacturing and warehouse
establishments
One space for every 750 square feet
of manufacturing floor area and one
space for every 1,250 square feet of
warehousing floor area
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(2) Existing off-street parking facilities shall not be reduced below the requirements of this
subsection. If the use being served by an off-street parking facility change and the
demand for off-street parking increases, the city council may require additional parking
spaces.
(3) All parking spaces shall have proper access from a street or alley and shall be located
on or near the lot on which such use is situated. In cases where off-street parking
facilities are permitted on land other than the same lot as the principal use, such facilities
shall be in the same possession as the lot occupied by the use to which the parking
facilities are necessary or a written agreement/easement between property owners is
recorded with Ramsey County.
(4) When the parking requirement of a use is not specifically identified in Table 44-17-1, the
parking space requirements for a use which is similar shall apply as determined by the
community development director. If no similar use is listed, the community development
director shall determine the parking space requirements based upon other available
references or qualified sources of information to adequately determine parking demand.
(5) Two (2) or more uses may provide required off-street parking spaces in a common
parking facility less than the sum of the spaces required for each use individually,
provided such uses are not operated during the same hours. The following conditions
must be met for any shared parking use:
a. The proposed shared parking space is within 500 feet of the use(s) it will serve.
b. The applicant will show that there is no substantial conflict in the principal
operating hours of the two (2) uses for which shared use of off-street parking
facilities is proposed.
c. A properly drawn legal instrument approved by the City Council, executed by the
parties concerned, for shared use of off-street parking facilities shall be filed with
the City Clerk. Said instrument may be a three (3) party agreement, including the
City and all private parties involved. Such instrument shall first be approved by
the City Attorney.
(6) The following standards shall apply to off-street parking for single-unit and double
(duplex) residential properties in the RE-40, RE-30, RE-20, F, R-1, R-1S, and R-2 zoning
districts:
a. Vehicle parking in the front yard setback area (the area between the front of the
residential structure and the street right-of-way line) of single-unit and double
(duplex) residences shall only be on a hard-surface driveway or on improved and
designated parking areas. Such a hard surface shall include bituminous,
concrete, brick, gravel or crushed rock or another hard surface approved by city
staff.
b. The city prohibits vehicle parking or storage in the front yard on grass,
unimproved areas or areas without a hard surface.
c. Driveways and parking areas shall be at least five feet from a side property line,
and parking areas shall not be in the street right-of-way or on other public
property.
d. No owner or operator shall park a vehicle that would block a sidewalk.
e. All vehicles parked or stored outside on a residential property shall not be
abandoned, as defined in section 18-67, shall have a current license and
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registration and shall be in operable condition. Also see sections 18-67 and 18-
68.
f. The total area in the front yard setback area of a single-unit dwelling lot improved
for parking and driveway purposes shall not exceed 40 percent of the front yard
setback area. The total area in the front yard setback area of a double (duplex)
dwelling lot improved for parking and driveway purposes shall not exceed 50
percent of the front yard setback area.
g. The city may approve an increase in front yard driveway coverage, a different
driveway setback or a different driveway surface for a single-unit or double
(duplex) dwelling by administrative review of minor construction plans as outlined
in section 2-285. The city may approve an increase in front yard driveway
coverage, a different driveway setback or a different driveway surface where
such approval would meet the standards required by code for unique
circumstances and where the above standards do not fit or where they would
create a hardship for the property owner. As part of such an approval, the city
may require the property owner or applicant to add screening next to or around
the parking area or driveway. The city may require such screening to help hide
the parking area and vehicles from the view of adjacent residential properties or
from the view from the public street. The property owner or applicant may use a
privacy fence, additional landscaping or other means to meet the screening
requirement. City staff shall approve and inspect all such screening.
(7) Parking lots in all districts shall meet the following:
a. Parking lots shall be designed to meet the minimum standards of Table 44-17-2
Parking Space Dimensions and Figure 44-17-A based on the following
definitions:
i. Customer, high turnover uses shall include shopping centers, retail sales,
fast food restaurants, convenience centers and similar uses.
ii. Customer, low turnover uses shall include offices, industrial schools,
churches, research, multiple dwellings, motels, sit-down restaurants and
similar uses. Any questions on defining these uses shall be referred to the
community design review board for a decision.
iii. Employee parking with reduced stall widths must be signed for employee
parking only.
iv. Parking stall lengths may be reduced by 2.5 feet for 90-degree parking
and two feet for angle parking where the parking space abuts a curb,
sidewalk or landscaped area. All overhang (o) areas shall be a hard
surface or crushed rock.
Table 44-17-2 Parking Space Dimensions
Use S Stall Width (feet) D Stall Length (feet) A Aisle Width (feet)
Ninety-degree parking
Customer, high
turnover 10 18 24
Customer, low
turnover 9.5 18 24
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Use S Stall Width (feet) D Stall Length (feet) A Aisle Width (feet)
Sixty-degree parking
Customer, high
turnover 10 15.6 22
Customer, low
turnover 9.5 15.6 22
Employee only 9.0 15.6 22
Forty-five-degree parking
Customer, high
turnover 10 12.6 22.6
Customer, low
turnover 9.5 12.6 22.6
Employee only 9.0 12.6 22.6
Parallel parking
All 8.0 21.0 22
Illustration 44-17-A
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b. In shopping centers and other large developments, exterior parking closest to the
building shall be oriented with the parking drives perpendicular to the building
face whenever practicable.
c. Parking stalls shall not be allowed in front of a building entrance if there is no
sidewalk in front of the building entrance.
d. All parking lots shall have continuous concrete curbing surrounding the exterior
perimeter of the parking lot and drives.
i. Park parking lots, that are not used in the winter, and parking lots having
12 spaces or less are exempt from this requirement, unless required by
the city engineer for drainage control.
ii. The community design review board may waive the curbing requirement
when the city engineer has determined that sheet drainage over ground
would improve stormwater quality. The community design review board
may allow continuous bituminous curbing temporarily on a case-by-case
basis, subject to the following conditions:
1. Bituminous curbing may be permitted for phased or staged
developments where an adjacent future development phase would be
built that would result in the removal of the curbing.
2. Bituminous curbing shall not be allowed for more than three years
from the time of installation, at which time it must be removed due to
the construction of a future phase of development or simply replaced
with permanent continuous concrete curbing.
3. Bituminous curbing shall not be permitted if the city engineer requires
concrete curbing for drainage control.
4. Bituminous curbing that becomes damaged shall be repaired
immediately or as soon as the weather permits.
5. The city may require that the developer provide escrow to cover the
replacement of the bituminous curbing with concrete curbing.
e. All parking lots and associated driveways shall have a surface of bituminous
material or concrete and striped parking spaces.
i. The city council may permit the alternative parking method of reinforced-
turf parking when it would meet the following criteria:
1. When the need for overflow parking is infrequent or limited to
occasional parking events.
2. Where there is already hard-surfaced parking that provides for
handicap-accessible parking needs.
3. Where the turf parking lot would meet setback and screening
requirements.
4. Where the parking need is seasonal (non-winter) so snow plowing is
not needed.
5. Where there would be an environmental benefit due to stormwater
management or meeting shoreland/wetland/floodplain ordinance
impact needs.
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6. Where the turf-parking plan meets the approval of the city engineer
from the standpoint of using proven construction materials engineered
for durability and aesthetics.
7. Where the turf-parking plan meets the approval of the police and fire
chief from the standpoint of meeting public safety requirements.
ii. This parking surface alternative shall not apply to single-unit and double
(duplex) dwelling residential properties which are governed under
subsection 44-17(6).
f. The city may require a ten-foot-wide planter or median strip every three or four
parking bays to prevent high speed movement diagonally across the parking lot
and to improve esthetics. Refer to Illustration 44-17-B:
Illustration 44-17-B
g. All parking lots shall be continually and properly maintained.
Section V. Chapter 44, Section 44-20 is hereby amended as follows (additions are
underlined and deletions are stricken; renumbering shall occur as needed when
subsections are deleted):
Secs. 44-20. Additional design standards
(c) The developer of any project, other than single or double (duplex) dwellings, shall do the
following:
(1) Install outdoor lighting according to the following requirements:
b. Definitions. The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this subsection, shall
have the meanings ascribed, except where the context clearly indicates a different
meaning:
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4.Grandfathered luminaires means luminaires not conforming to this subsection that were in
place at the time the ordinance from which this subsection derives took effect.
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(e) Grandfathering of nonconforming luminaires. Luminaires lawfully in place before the effective
date of the ordinance from which this subsection derives shall be allowed to remain. Such
luminaires, however, are not exempt from complying with the outdoor-lighting ordinance that
was in effect at the time of their installation. If fixtures are replaced as part of any
construction requiring a building permit, the fixture shall be upgraded to meet the
requirements of this subsection.
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ARTICLE II. DISTRICT REGULATIONS
DIVISION 1. USE TABLES FOR ALL DISTRICTS
Secs. 44-46. Principal Use Table
(1) Table 44-46-1 lists land uses and indicates whether they are permitted, permitted with
standards, conditional, or prohibited. The table also includes references to whether
additional use specific standards are applicable to that use. The following definitions
shall be referenced when using Table 44-46-1:
a. Permitted Uses – a “P” in a cell of the use table indicates that the land use is
allowed by right in the base zoning district.
b. Permitted with Standards Uses – a “PS” in a cell of the use table indicates that
the land use is allowed when standards identified in Division 19 Use-Specific
Standards are met. Uses permitted with standards are also subject to all other
applicable requirements of Chapter 44 Zoning. Any request to vary from the
standards set forth for a Permitted with Standards Use shall be processed as a
Variance.
c. Conditional Uses – a “CUP” in a cell of the use table indicates that the land use is
allowed in the base zoning district only upon approval of a Conditional Use
Permit as described in Article V- Conditional Use Permits and in compliance with
any use-specific standards identified in Division 19 Use-Specific Standards. Uses
subject to a Conditional Use Permit are also subject to all other applicable
requirements in the City Code.
d. Prohibited Uses – a blank cell in the use table indicates that the land use is
prohibited in that base zoning district.
[INSERT TABLE 44-46-1 PRINCIPAL USE TABLE]
Secs. 44-47. Accessory Use Table
(1) Table 44-47-1 lists accessory uses and indicates whether they are permitted or
permitted with standards. The table also includes references to whether additional use
specific standards are applicable to that use. The following definitions shall be
referenced when using Table 44-47-1.
a. Permitted Uses – a “P” in a cell of the use table indicates that the accessory land
use is allowed by right in the base zoning district.
b. Permitted with Standards Use – a “PS” in a cell of the use table indicates that the
accessory land use is allowed when standards identified in Division 19 Use-
Specific Standards are met. Uses permitted with standards are also subject to all
other applicable requirements of the City Code.
c. Conditional Uses – a “CUP” in a cell of the use table indicates that the land use is
allowed in the base zoning district only upon approval of a Conditional Use
Permit as described in Article V- Conditional Use Permits and in compliance with
any use-specific standards identified in Division 19 Use-Specific Standards. Uses
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subject to a Conditional Use Permit are also subject to all other applicable
requirements in the City Code.
d. Prohibited Uses – a blank cell in the use table indicates that the accessory land
use is prohibited in that base zoning district.
[INSERT TABLE 44-47-1 ACCESSORY USE TABLE]
Secs. 44-48—44-50. Reserved.
DIVISION 2. OSP OPEN SPACE AND PARKS DISTRICT
Secs. 44-51. Purpose and intent.
(1) The OSP open space and parks district is designed to be a public park and open space
district. Public parks and open space may be owned or operated by Maplewood,
Ramsey County or any other public body. All improvements within these districts must
be consistent with the Maplewood Comprehensive Land Use Plan.
Secs. 44-52. Development guidelines.
(1) Improvements and structures within open space lands and public parks with recreational
facilities and structures shall be consistent with the Maplewood Comprehensive Land
Use Plan and developed in conformance with the site development requirements
stipulated in the Maplewood Zoning Ordinance.
Secs. 44-53—44-60. Reserved.
DIVISION 3. F FARM RESIDENCE DISTRICT
Secs. 44-61. Purpose and intent.
(1) The F farm residence district is intended to implement the Maplewood Comprehensive
Land Use Plan and provide areas that offer a rural residential setting with opportunities
for agricultural uses.
Secs. 44-62—44-70. Reserved.
DIVISION 4. R-1 RESIDENCE DISTRICT (SINGLE DWELLING)
Secs. 44-71. Purpose and intent.
(1) The purpose of the R-1, residence district (single dwelling), is to provide for single unit
detached dwelling units and directly related complementary uses.
Secs. 44-72. Minimum foundation areas; room requirements.
(1) The foundation area for any single unit dwelling in the R-1 residence district shall not be
less than the following:
a. A one-story dwelling, 950 square feet.
b. A 1½-story dwelling, 720 square feet.
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c. A bilevel dwelling, 816 square feet.
d. A trilevel dwelling, 765 square feet.
e. A two-story dwelling, 528 square feet.
Room size and number shall be consistent with Uniform Building Code standards.
Secs. 44-73. Height of buildings.
(1) No single unit dwelling in the R-1 residence district shall exceed a height of 35 feet,
unless the city council approves a conditional use permit.
Secs. 44-74. Lot dimensions.
(1) The minimum lot area in the R-1 residence district shall be 10,000 square feet. The
minimum lot width at the building setback line shall be 75 feet, except that interior lots of
record that are 60 feet wide or greater may be allowed by a conditional use permit
provided that:
a. The findings required by code for a conditional use permit can be met.
b. There are at least two developed lots of record with the same or less width than
proposed, within 350 feet of the site on the street. Larger minimum side yard
setbacks may be required to balance the separation between adjacent
structures.
Secs. 44-75. Front yards.
(1) Each dwelling and accessory structure in the R-1 residence district shall have a front
yard setback of at least 30 feet, but not more than 35 feet, except that:
a. If each of the lots next to an interior lot have dwellings, the minimum setback
shall be the setback of the adjacent dwelling closest to the street. The maximum
setback shall be the setback of the adjacent dwelling farthest from the street.
b. If subsection (1)a of this section does not apply and there is a predominant
setback, a dwelling shall be no further forward and no more than five feet to the
rear of the predominant setback.
c. Regardless of subsection (1)a or (1)b of this section, if the council has approved
a setback waiver for a development, these setbacks shall apply. Approval of a
preliminary plat with building pads does not constitute approval of setbacks.
d. Regardless of subsection (1)a, (1)b, or (1)c of this section, homeowners may add
on to their homes using the existing setback.
e. The director of community development may administratively allow a different
setback if it would not adversely affect the drainage of surrounding properties
and if any of the following conditions apply:
i. The proposed setback would not affect the privacy of adjacent homes.
ii. The proposed setback would save significant natural features, as defined
in section 12-248.
iii. The proposed setback is necessary to meet city, state or federal
regulations, such as the pipeline setback or noise regulations.
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iv. The proposed setback is necessary for energy-saving, health or safety
reasons.
Secs. 44-76. Side yards.
(1) In the R-1 residence district, there shall be a side yard setback of at least ten feet to any
covered part of a dwelling. There shall be a side yard setback of at least five feet to a
garage, uncovered structure, or a detached accessory structure. The following
exceptions shall apply:
a. The front yard setback requirements shall apply to the side yard on the street
side of a corner lot.
b. When two or more adjoining lots are used as a single building site, the side yard
requirements shall apply only to the outside lot lines.
c. Regardless of subsections (1)a and (1)b of this section, homeowners may add on
to their homes using the existing setback.
(2) The city council may approve a conditional use permit to construct a building addition
into a minimum setback.
Secs. 44-77. Rear yards.
(1) For the covered parts of a dwelling in the R-1 residence district, the minimum required
rear yard setback shall be a line connecting a point on each side lot line that is 20
percent of the lot depth.
(2) Accessory structures and uncovered structures shall have a rear yard setback of at least
five feet, except that on a double-fronting lot, the front yard setback requirements shall
apply.
(3) A corner lot shall have only one rear lot line.
(4) Regardless of subsections (1) through (3) of this section, homeowners may add on to
their homes using the existing setback.
(5) The city council may approve a conditional use permit to construct a building addition
into a minimum setback.
Secs. 44-78. Building separation requirement.
(1) In an R-1 residence district, separation between an accessory structure and a principal
structure or another accessory structure shall be in conformance with building code
requirements.
Secs. 44-79. Building width and foundation requirements.
(1) The minimum building width on any side in an R-1 residence district shall be at least 21
feet. The building width shall not include entryways or other appurtenances that do not
run the full depth of the building.
(2) All buildings shall provide a permanent foundation with perimeter frost footings or a
floating slab that meets the state building code.
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Secs. 44-80. Dwelling orientation on interior lots.
(1) In an R-1 residence district, the front of a dwelling on an interior lot shall face a public
street, unless the dwelling does not have an apparent front side. The front is generally
the longer side of the building and has a front door. The front wall may have up to a 30-
degree angle from the street line. If the front wall has an angle, the city shall use the
longest section to determine the allowed angle from the street line. This section shall not
apply to corner lots. The director of community development may administratively allow
a different orientation if it would not adversely affect the drainage of surrounding
properties and if any of the following conditions apply:
a. The proposed orientation would not affect the privacy of adjacent homes.
b. The proposed orientation would save significant natural features, as defined in
section 12-248.
c. The proposed orientation is necessary to meet city, state or federal regulations,
such as the pipeline setback or noise regulations.
d. The proposed orientation is necessary for energy-saving, health or safety
reasons.
Secs. 44-81. Maximum building area.
(1) Building area in an R-1 residence district shall not cover more than 30 percent of the
area of a lot. The city council may approve a larger building area if it finds that it would
not affect the character of the neighborhood.
Secs. 44-82—44-90. Reserved.
DIVISION 5. R-1(R) RURAL CONSERVATION DWELLING DISTRICT
Secs. 44-91. Purpose and intent.
(1) The City of Maplewood finds that there is a direct link between the natural systems and
character that exists throughout certain areas of the community. The requirements of
this R-1(R) rural conservation dwelling district are meant to preserve and enhance the
ecological/aesthetic character by providing incentives that: 1) reinforce and establish
ecological connections throughout the city; 2) protect and enhance drainageways and
water quality; 3) protect and enhance ecological communities; 4) preserve and improve
vistas; and 5) preserve or reinterpret local historical landmarks.
(2) To allow for and to protect a semi-rural, residential lifestyle, the city creates the R-1(R)
rural conservation dwelling district is intended to encourage conservation-based
development. This zoning district is for the areas of Maplewood that are not suitable for
suburban or tract development because of topography, vegetation or other factors that
make the area unique. The city finds the most suitable use of these areas is single
dwellings on large lots, but is interested in protecting the natural resources and will
encourage developments to follow the conservation principles and initiatives identified in
subsequent sections of this division. To further support the rural quality of the area, the
density calculations in the R-1(R) rural conservation dwelling district shall be calculated
on a net-acre basis which is further described in subsection 44-100(1)c of this division.
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Low-density residential development and conservation development will lessen grading
and soil erosion and will help protect groundwater, vegetation, ecological communities
and wooded areas.
Secs. 44-92. Height of buildings.
(1) The maximum height of a single-family dwelling shall be 35 feet.
Secs. 44-93. Lot dimensions, lot area, width requirements, and side yards.
(1) No person shall build a single unit dwelling on a site less than 87,120 square feet (two
acres) in area; unless the conservation design principles are applied as described in
section 44-98.
(2) Each lot or parcel shall have enough area or usable space for a house, driveway, and if
needed, a well and individual sewage treatment system (ISTS) with a primary and
secondary site or an acceptable design and plan for a community septic system or
regional sewer.
(3) Table 44-93-1 table identifies the minimum lot area and lot width based on the
conservation tiers:
Table 44-93-1 Minimum Requirements for R-1(R)
(4) Each interior lot shall have at least 80 feet of frontage on an improved public street.
(5) Each corner lot or parcel shall have at least 80 feet of frontage on each of the public
streets.
(6) Each dwelling and any accessory structure(s) shall have side yard setbacks as defined
in table 44-93-1 and shall be measured from the property line to the structure. The
following exceptions to this standard shall apply:
a. The side yard on the street side of a corner lot shall have a width of at least 30
feet.
b. When a property owner uses two or more adjoining lots as a single-building site,
the side yard requirements shall apply only to the outside lot lines.
Secs. 44-94. Front yards.
(1) Each dwelling and any accessory structure(s) shall have a front yard setback as defined
in table 44-93-1. Except that:
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a. If each of the lots next to an interior lot has a dwelling, the minimum setback shall
be the setback of the adjacent dwelling closest to the street. The maximum
setback shall be the setback of the adjacent dwelling farthest from the street.
b. If subsection (1)a above does not apply and there is a predominant setback, a
dwelling shall be no further forward and no more than five feet to the rear of the
predominant setback.
c. Regardless of the above, if the city council has approved setback waiver for a
development, those setbacks shall apply. City approval of a preliminary plat with
building pads does not constitute approval of setbacks exceptions.
d. Regardless of the above, homeowners may add on to their homes using the
existing setback.
e. In all cases, the accessory structures shall be no closer than the principle
structure, unless allowed by the city council through a waiver.
(2) The director of community development may administratively allow a different front yard
setback if the proposed setback would not adversely affect the drainage of surrounding
properties and if any of the following conditions apply:
a. The proposed setback would not affect the privacy of adjacent homes.
b. The proposed setback would save significant natural features, as defined in
section 9-188.
c. The proposed setback is necessary to meet city, state or federal regulations,
such as pipeline setback or noise regulations.
d. The proposed setback is necessary for energy saving, health or safety reasons.
Secs. 44-95. Rear yards.
(1) Single unit dwellings shall have a rear yard setback of at least 20 percent of the lot
depth.
(2) Accessory buildings shall have a rear yard setback of at least 30 feet.
Secs. 44-96. Minimum foundation areas; room requirements.
(1) The minimum foundation area shall be at least:
a. A one-story dwelling, 950 square feet.
b. A one-and-one-half-story dwelling, 720 square feet.
c. A bi-level dwelling, 816 square feet.
d. A tri-level dwelling, 765 square feet.
e. A two-story dwelling, 528 square feet.
(2) Room size and number shall be consistent with the standards of the International
Residential Code.
Secs. 44-97. Building width requirements.
(1) The minimum building width on the primary frontage shall be at least 21 feet. The
building width shall not include entryways or other appurtenances that do not run the full
depth of the building.
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Secs. 44-98. Definitions and conservation principles.
(1) The conservation principles in the following table shall represent the conservation
incentives for this division. The definitions of each principle follow the table. All
incentives, and subsequent conservation bonuses as described in table 44-100-1 shall
only be granted if they exceed the minimum standards set forth in the existing city
ordinances that relate to environmental protection as identified in, but are not limited to,
chapters 12 and 44.
(2) It shall be noted that the city has several ordinances that control and define natural
resources and environmental quality, in all cases, the more restrictive ordinance shall
apply and it is the developer's responsibility to discuss any issues or questions regarding
the applicable ordinances with the city planner.
(3) The developer shall be aware that the conservation principles shall be subject to the
recommendations of the city staff, applicable commissions, planning commission and
ultimate approval by the city council. As stated in section 44-99, the developer shall be
required to work closely with these bodies to develop a plan that supports the goals and
objectives for the R-1R district. Without council approval, the developer will be entitled to
a base entitlement of one unit per two acres with a 2.0-acre-lot minimum.
(4) In all cases, the developer shall receive a conservation bonus as described in table 44-
100-1 only if the development integrates the conservation principle as a dominant theme
throughout the proposed development. This shall be required of all proposed
conservation principles. The city's objective is to maintain the rural quality of the R-1R
district and encourage conservation principles and development in the city's areas with
natural resource quality.
(5) Table 44-98-1 identifies the conservation principles that may qualify for density
incentives. The table is categorized into two groups: group A - natural characteristics
and group B - design characteristics. The developer shall be required to present a
diverse set of conservation principles for a site. Additionally, the developer is
encouraged to use a mix of conservation principles and may not duplicate principles and
receive a density incentive in exchange. For example, if the developer proposes to
preserve a large wooded area and consequently preserves an important stand of oak
trees, the developer will receive the density incentive for one conservation principle not
two.
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a. Table 44-98-1 Conservation Principles for Density Incentives
(6) Group A: Natural characteristics.
a. The following conservation principles are defined for this division as natural
characteristics because they directly apply specifically to naturally occurring
characteristics on a site. The principles are presented in alphabetical order.
i. Additional shoreline buffers: Beyond those already identified in the
shoreland overlay district, the creation and plan for permanent protection
of protective buffers around those areas which are more sensitive to the
negative impacts of development, especially areas that are defined as
bluffs or steep slopes, where critical habitat may dwell, near historic tree
clusters or heritage trees, et cetera, for which the additional buffers may
vary or be averaged near the location of protection importance.
ii. Additional stormwater management: The city has existing stormwater
management policies, but there is opportunity to further improve the
stormwater management on a site. The developer shall be given a
conservation bonus for a stormwater management plan and
implementation that exceeds the city's existing policy.
iii. Creek restoration management: Restoration projects that the city believes
would assist in the restoration of the stream or natural creek that
compensate for the loss of past uses of the watershed due to
contamination, erosion and other influences or issues. Specific types of
projects proposed for implementation as part of a development plan
would be those that enhance habitat, water quality, and flow regime such
as stormwater management, stream channel stabilization or greenways
by implementing conservation easements, or additional buffers in riparian
corridors.
iv. Dedicate 50 percent open space: Open space is defined as public or
publicly-held land that is generally natural in character and contains
relatively few human-made structures. The developer can achieve a
conservation bonus for dedication of 50 percent of a site to open space.
The open space dedication must be developable or have buildable
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qualities in order to achieve this principle. This conservation principle will
be mandatory to achieve the full density allocation.
v. Enhance/preserve large wooded areas or forest: An act of deliberately
avoiding the removal of clusters of structurally healthy mature trees and
understory trees which are native to the area and noninvasive, individual
heritage trees which are structurally healthy and greater than 20-caliper
inches in order to protect the present or future value for their use in
protection from erosion, for their landscape and aesthetic value, for their
use in screening development or for other environmental or intrinsic
benefits. To meet this standard, the developer must prepare a health
assessment of the trees on site, and must show a polygon area on the
site with permanent protection plan, that the developer shall implement,
for the areas to be preserved and a management plan including removal
of invasive species on the site.
vi. Enhance wetlands, create a comprehensive wetland management plan
(CWMP): A plan to resolve development and protection conflicts where
wetlands affect a significant portion of a community. The plan
encompasses the identification, study, and evaluation of wetland
functions and community values, and development needs and
investments with regard to wetlands protection, enhancement and
regulation. The applicant shall be required to create a plan, that the
developer shall implement, that exceeds the standards of the adopted
wetland ordinance.
vii. Prairie restoration: After performing a historical analysis to determine pre-
settlement conditions, prepare a plan for prairie restoration with a specific
management strategy that the developer shall implement, over the course
of five years in order to assure that the prairie establishes. This plan shall
be submitted and approved by the city's natural resource coordinator to
determine if it meets this requirement and subsequently qualifies for the
conservation bonus.
viii. Slope buffer preservation: A development plan that deliberately avoids
placing any lots in the buffer area of a slope exceeding 12 percent or as
described in the city's slope ordinance section 44-1238 and building code
section 12-308. The developer shall establish a buffer with permanent
protection to demonstrate how the buffer and slope is protected and the
purpose of the protection measures and how it exceeds the current slope
ordinance requirements. A conservation bonus will be given for those
plans that exceed the standards identified in the current steep slopes
ordinance.
ix. Tree preservation: Through means of a tree inventory, identifying the
most significant trees on a site and permanently protecting them. The
developer shall be required to present a plan for protection of these trees,
and will be required to demonstrate how these trees will be integrated as
a key component of the development.
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(7) Group B: Design characteristics.
a. The following conservation principles relate to the design of a project or of a site.
The principles are presented in alphabetical order.
i. Clustering: A design technique that groups housing or development sites
in a manner that allows for the conservation and preservation of open
spaces such as farmland, natural areas, including habitat areas and open
vistas.
ii. Create/develop trail connections: A plan that illustrates the development
of trails that are indicated on the parks, trails and open space plan map
as part of the subdivision process, whether active or passive in nature,
with an emphasis on creating trail connections to existing trails. A
conservation bonus will be given for the development and construction of
the trail not for the land dedication which will be considered part of the
city's park accessibility charges.
iii. Create passive parks: An area set aside through the development
process that is environmentally sensitive and may or may not be
developable. These parks may support passive uses such as walking
trails, boardwalks and nature observation areas, but some areas may be
too environmentally sensitive to accommodate any public access. A
conservation bonus will only be given for passive dedication areas that
are permanently protected and that are dedicated to a public entity.
iv. Energy efficiency: Using the Minnesota Greenstar Program, develop
energy efficient and Greenstar-rated projects and buildings. A
conservation bonus will be given when the developer utilizes the program
to create a "theme" in a development and uses the Greenstar and
conservation principles in marketing the project.
v. Historic preservation: Identifying and protecting through permanent
means, any historically significant areas on a specific site. If historical
preservation is proposed as a conservation principle, the city's historical
preservation commission shall review and provide recommendations to
the city council regarding this principle. To reinforce the historical quality,
a signage plan shall be included to clearly communicate the historical
significance of the area or artifact.
vi. LEED certified buildings/development (three practices per structure): A
national set of standards for buildings and neighborhoods that focuses on
the principles of green building, smart growth, sustainability and healthy
living. The LEED for neighborhood development rating system provides
independent, third-party verification that a development's location and
design meet accepted high levels of environmentally responsible,
sustainable development. A conservation bonus will be given for a
minimum of three practices in the LEED standards certification criteria.
The conservation bonus shall only be given if the LEED standards are
applied to all structures throughout a development. Developers are
encouraged to seek LEED certification.
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vii. Low impact development (LID): An ecologically friendly approach to site
development and stormwater management that aims to mitigate
development impacts to land, water and air. The approach emphasizes
the integration of site design and planning techniques that conserve the
natural systems and hydrologic functions of a site. In all cases, the
developer must minimize the impervious surface coverage to achieve low
impact development, and must be a minimum of five percent below the 30
percent coverage standard allowed. This must be accomplished in
conjunction with other LID techniques to achieve this principle. In order to
achieve this principle, the developer must demonstrate how they will
achieve these principles.
viii. Preserve and establish natural area greenways: The dedication,
maintenance or management of an area identified on the city's natural
areas greenway map. The natural area greenway is defined as large
contiguous areas of natural habitat that cross ownership boundaries.
ix. Vista shed/corridor preservation: A site plan or development pattern that
is designed specifically to protect an area on or near the development site
that is viewed as integral to protecting the sense of place, whether the
features in the vista are cultural, historical or natural or whether they are
viewed from the street or within the development site.
Secs. 44-99. Application requirements and procedures.
(1) The developer shall follow the steps outlined below as part of the development review
process. The developer shall be required to review the contents of this division and
prepare a plan consisting of written and visual documents to support the proposed
development.
a. The developer shall review this division and available natural resource data. The
intent is to establish the property's ecological connections both within Maplewood
and as part of the regional ecological system. If the developer chooses not to use
a conservation approach, the developer may develop at the base entitlement of
one (1) unit per two (2) acres of land and skip to step (e). If the developer is
interested in additional units and smaller lot sizes, then the developer shall follow
steps (b)—(e).
b. The developer shall prepare and submit a natural resources evaluation of the
site, including all of the following elements. This step is in preparation for meeting
with the city planner and should be completed prior to developing a concept plan:
i. Tree survey, including all significant individual trees greater than six
inches in diameter, and stands of trees, identifying tree species and size.
ii. Wetland inventory, including delineation reports; and MnRAM verification.
iii. Topographic survey indicating existing drainage patterns. This shall
include one-foot contours for steep slope areas to better understand
where the top and bottom of the slopes are for preservation and
placement.
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c. The developer shall set up a meeting with the city planner to discuss and
establish the intent and goal for the subdivision. The process shall include a
discussion regarding the appropriate conservation principles as identified in table
44-98-1 for the specific site and shall be based on the preliminary natural
resource information collected in step (b). The principles utilized to achieve
higher densities on a site must be reviewed and recommended by the city staff,
planning commission and approved by the city council. The conservation
principles and corresponding conservation bonuses are shown in table 44-100-1
d. The developer shall create a concept plan that includes the following information:
i. A base yield plan, which demonstrates the number of allowed lots as
determined by the base entitlement of one unit per two acres.
ii. A description of the conservation principles that are used and the
corresponding conservation bonus and unit count as the developer
understands it. This shall also include information and data that supports
how the concept plan addresses the conservation principle and how the
plan meets and exceeds the standards of the city's existing natural
resource ordinances.
iii. A graphic that demonstrates generally how the lots would be laid out and
the unit types proposed as part of the development.
iv. A narrative that describes the conservation principles used in the concept
plan and supporting data demonstrating how the concept meets the
standards of existing ordinances, and data demonstrating how the
concept plan exceeds them.
v. The developer shall submit, with their concept plans, data and reports
related to the conservation principles performed by a reputable ecologist
or ecological firm. The city shall reserve the right, if needed, to hire their
own ecological expert at the cost of the developer to verify and further
understand the plans submitted by the applicant/developer.
vi. Submit copies of items i. through iv. for informal or nonbinding comments
by city staff, planning commission and city council. Each body will provide
feedback and recommendations to the developer so the developer
understands the changes they need to make moving forward to the
preliminary plat. It will be up to the city council to make the final decision
with respect to the implementation of the conservation principles and final
density of a project.
e. After the concept plan review, the developer shall take and integrate the
recommendations and prepare a preliminary plat and final plat submittal in
accordance with section 34-5 of the subdivision ordinance.
f. A full developer's agreement as well as any necessary agreements that
document the conservation principles and how they will be upheld will be
required as a part of any final plat approval. This shall also include, if applicable,
any dedication or transfer of property for the purpose of permanent conservation
which shall be completed prior to final plat approval or the issuance of any
building permit.
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Secs. 44-100. Conservation bonus standards.
(1) The following conservation bonuses shall be rewarded based on the number of
conservation principles (as identified in table 44-98-1) integrated within a development.
The conservation principles and their application must be agreed to by both the
developer and the city.
a. Conservation bonus is defined as the additional allotment of a lot or lots as
determined by the number of conservation principles met. Conservation bonus is
also commonly referred to as a density bonus.
b. The units obtained through the conservation bonus calculation shall always be
rounded down to the nearest whole number.
c. The density and number of units shall be calculated on a net area basis. Net
density shall be defined as the number of dwelling units per acre exclusive of
arterial streets and rights-of-way, steep slopes (in excess of 18 percent),
wetlands and water features, and other publicly dedicated improvements such as
parks.
d. The following table identifies the baseline entitlement for all property zoned R-1R
of 0.5 units per acre. All conservation bonuses are cumulative and the
percentage bonus calculated as such.
Table 44-100-1 Conservation Bonus Allotment for Conservation Principles.
Secs. 44-101—44-110. Reserved.
DIVISION 6. RE RESIDENCE ESTATE DISTRICT
Secs. 44-111. Purpose and intent.
(1) The intent of the RE residence estate district is to protect and enhance the character of
single-family neighborhoods, where lots are generally larger than required in R-1
residence districts (single dwelling).
Secs. 44-112. District standards.
(1) Minimum lot area. The minimum lot area in an RE residence estate district shall be
determined by the city council at the time of rezoning, but shall be limited to 20,000,
30,000, or 40,000 square feet. The council shall base its decision on the character of
developed lots within an existing neighborhood or on the desired character of lots in an
undeveloped area. Minimum lot area requirements shall be designated on the zoning
map in each RE district's title, e.g., RE (30), standing for a minimum lot area of 30,000
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square feet. Once established, any request to change a district's minimum lot area
requirement shall be processed as a request for rezoning.
(2) Minimum lot width at building setback line. The minimum lot width at the building setback
line shall be as follows:
(3) Minimum setbacks. Minimum setbacks shall be as follows:
a. Within RE districts, the following minimum building setbacks for dwellings,
accessory buildings and driveways shall apply:
i. All other setbacks shall be as required for the R-1 residence district
(single dwelling), except that the R-1 front yard setback requirements
shall not apply to the RE (40) district. The minimum required front yard
setback in an RE (40) district shall be 30 feet.
(4) Maximum building height. No single dwelling in an R-E residential estate district shall
exceed a height of 35 feet, unless the city council approves a conditional use permit.
(5) Effect of rezoning. Legally buildable lots before the rezoning to an RE zone shall be
considered buildable after rezoning to an RE zone.
Secs. 44-113—44-120. Reserved.
DIVISION 7. R-1S SMALL-LOT SINGLE-DWELLING DISTRICT
Secs. 44-121. Purpose and intent.
(1) The purpose of the R-1S, small-lot single-dwelling district, is to provide for single unit
detached dwelling units and directly related complementary uses with lots that are
smaller in scale than the R-1 residence district.
Secs. 44-122. Applicability.
(1) This division applies to all lots in the R-1S small-lot single-dwelling district.
Secs. 44-123. Height of buildings.
(1) No single dwelling in the R-1S small-lot single-dwelling district shall exceed a height of
35 feet, unless the city council approves a conditional use permit.
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Secs. 44-124. Lot area and width; sewer requirements.
(1) In the R-1S small-lot single-dwelling district, no person shall build a single-family
dwelling on a site less than 7,500 square feet in area.
(2) No person shall build a single-family dwelling on a lot with less than 60 feet of width for
an interior lot or 85 feet of width for a corner lot.
(3) No person shall build a single-family dwelling unless a public sanitary sewer is available.
Secs. 44-125. Front yards.
(1) Each dwelling and accessory structure in the R-1S small-lot single-dwelling district shall
have a front yard setback of at least 30 feet, but not more than 35 feet, except that:
a. If each of the lots adjacent to an interior lot have dwellings, the minimum setback
shall be the setback of the adjacent dwelling closest to the street. The maximum
setback shall be the setback of the adjacent dwelling farthest from the street.
b. If subsection (1)a of this section does not apply and there is a predominant
setback, a dwelling shall be no further forward and no more than five feet to the
rear of the predominant setback.
c. If the council has approved setback waivers for a development, these setbacks
shall apply. Approval of a preliminary plat with building pads does not constitute
approval of setbacks.
d. Regardless of subsections (1)a through (1)c of this section, homeowners may
add on to their homes using the existing setback.
(2) The director of community development may administratively allow a different setback if
it would not adversely affect the drainage of surrounding properties and if any of the
following conditions apply:
a. The proposed setback would not affect the privacy of adjacent homes.
b. The proposed setback would save significant natural features, as defined in
section 12-248.
c. The proposed setback is necessary to meet city, state or federal regulations,
such as the pipeline setback or noise regulations.
d. The proposed setback is necessary for energy-saving, health or safety reasons.
Secs. 44-126. Side yards.
(1) In the R-1S small-lot single-dwelling district, there shall be a side yard setback of at least
ten feet to any covered part of a dwelling. There shall be a side yard setback of at least
five feet to a garage, uncovered structure or detached accessory structure. The following
exceptions shall apply:
a. The front yard setback requirements shall apply to the side yard on the street
side of a corner lot.
b. When two or more adjoining lots are used as a single building site, the side yard
requirements shall apply only to the outside lot lines.
c. Regardless of subsection (a)(1) and (2) of this section, homeowners may add on
to their homes using the existing setback.
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(2) The city council may approve a conditional use permit to construct a building addition or
part thereof into a minimum setback.
Secs. 44-127. Rear yards.
(1) For the covered parts of a dwelling in the R-1S small-lot single-dwelling district, the
minimum required rear yard setback shall be a line connecting a point on each side lot
line that is 20 percent of the lot depth.
(2) Accessory structures and uncovered structures shall have a rear yard setback of at least
five feet, except that on a double-fronting lot, the front yard setback requirements shall
apply.
(3) A corner lot shall have only one rear lot line.
(4) Regardless of subsections (a) through (c) of this section, homeowners may add on to
their homes using the existing setback.
(5) The city council may approve a conditional use permit to construct a building addition
into a minimum setback.
Secs. 44-128. Minimum foundation areas; room requirements.
(1) The minimum foundation area in the R-1S small-lot single-dwelling district shall be at
least:
a. A one-story dwelling, 950 square feet.
b. A 1½-story dwelling, 720 square feet.
c. A bilevel dwelling, 816 square feet.
d. A trilevel dwelling, 765 square feet.
e. A two-story dwelling, 528 square feet.
(2) Room size and number shall be consistent with Uniform Building Code standards.
Secs. 44-129. Building width requirements.
(1) In the R-1S small-lot single-dwelling district, the minimum building width on any side
shall be at least 21 feet. The building width shall not include entryways or other
appurtenances that do not run the full depth of the building.
Secs. 44-130. Exterior design approval.
(1) The exterior design and appearance of all single-family homes in the R-1S small-lot
single-dwelling district must be approved by the director of community development as
required in section 2-287.
Secs. 44-131. Dwelling orientation.
(1) In the R-1S small-lot single-dwelling district, the front of a dwelling on an interior lot shall
face a public street, unless the dwelling does not have an apparent front side. The front
is generally the longer side of the building and has a front door. The front wall may have
up to a 30-degree angle from the street line. If the front wall has an angle, the city shall
use the longest section to determine the allowed angle from the street line. This section
shall not apply to corner lots. The director of community development may
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administratively allow a different orientation if it would not adversely affect the drainage
of surrounding properties and if any of the following conditions apply:
a. The proposed orientation would not affect the privacy of adjacent homes.
b. The proposed orientation would save significant natural features, as defined in
section 12-248.
c. The proposed orientation is necessary to meet city, state or federal regulations,
such as the pipeline setback or noise regulations.
d. The proposed orientation is necessary for energy-saving, health or safety
reasons.
Secs. 44-132. Maximum building area.
(1) Building area in the R-1S small-lot single-dwelling district shall not cover more than 30
percent of the area of a lot. The city council may approve a larger building area if it finds
that it would not affect the character of the neighborhood.
Secs. 44-133—44-140. Reserved.
DIVISION 8. R-2 RESIDENCE DISTRICT (DOUBLE DWELLING)
Secs. 44-141. Purpose and intent.
(1) The intent of the R-2 residence district (double dwelling) is established to provide for the
use of two-unit and attached single unit dwellings together with appropriate accessory
uses. The purpose of this district is intended to provide for a housing type and
arrangement that is distinguished from the single-family detached dwellings and
multifamily dwellings provided for elsewhere in these regulations. The location of this
district is further intended to provide a transitional use between the single-unit detached
dwelling districts and other districts which are more intensive.
Secs. 44-142. Height of buildings.
(1) In the R-2 residence district (double dwelling), no single unit dwelling or double dwelling
(duplex) shall exceed a height of 35 feet, unless the city council approves a conditional
use permit.
Secs. 44-143. Lot dimensions; sewer requirements; density.
(1) No two-unit dwellings shall be built or structurally altered in the R-2 residence district
(double dwelling) on a site less than 12,000 square feet in area.
(2) No single unit dwelling shall be built or structurally altered in an R-2 residence district
(double dwelling) on a site less than 7,500 square feet in area.
(3) The minimum lot width in an R-2 residence district for:
a. Single unit dwellings shall be 60 feet for interior lots and 85 feet for corner lots.
b. Double dwellings (duplex) shall be 85 feet for interior lots and 100 feet for corner
lots, except that the minimum lot width shall be 75 feet for lots that were in
existence and zoned R-2 prior to December 9, 1985 (the date the minimum lot
width was raised to 85 feet).
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(4) No single unit or two-unit dwelling shall be built or structurally altered in an R-2
residence district (double dwelling) on any site, unless a public sanitary sewer is
available.
(5) The density in an R-2 residence district (double dwelling) shall not exceed the maximum
density permitted by the land use classification and people per unit designated in the
city's adopted comprehensive plan.
Secs. 44-144. Front yards.
(1) In the R-2 residence district (double dwelling), each dwelling and accessory structure
shall have a front yard setback of at least 30 feet, but not more than 35 feet, except that:
a. If each of the lots adjacent to an interior lot have dwellings, the minimum setback
shall be the setback of the adjacent dwelling closest to the street. The maximum
setback shall be the setback of the adjacent dwelling farthest from the street.
b. If subsection (1)a of this section does not apply and there is a predominant
setback, a dwelling shall be no further forward and no more than five feet to the
rear of the predominant setback.
c. If the council has approved setback waiver for a development, these setbacks
shall apply. Approval of a preliminary plat with building pads does not constitute
approval of setbacks.
d. Regardless of subsections (1)a through (1)c of this section, homeowners may
add on to their homes using the existing setback.
(2) The director of community development may administratively allow a different setback if
it would not adversely affect the drainage of surrounding properties and if any of the
following conditions apply:
a. The proposed setback would not affect the privacy of adjacent homes.
b. The proposed setback would save significant natural features, as defined in
section 12-248.
c. The proposed setback is necessary to meet city, state or federal regulations,
such as the pipeline setback or noise regulations.
d. The proposed setback is necessary for energy-saving, health or safety reasons.
Secs. 44-145. Side yards.
(1) In the R-2 residence district (double dwelling), there shall be a side yard setback of at
least ten feet to any covered part of a dwelling. There shall be a side yard setback of at
least five feet to a garage, uncovered structure or detached accessory structure. The
following exceptions shall apply:
a. The front yard setback requirements shall apply to the side yard on the street
side of a corner lot.
b. When two or more adjoining lots are used as a single building site, the side yard
requirements shall apply only to the outside lot lines.
c. Regardless of subsections (1)a through (1)c of this section, homeowners may
add on to their homes using the existing setback.
(2) The city council may approve a conditional use permit to construct a building addition or
part thereof into a minimum setback.
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Secs. 44-146. Rear yards.
(1) In the R-2 residence district (double dwelling), for the covered parts of a dwelling, the
minimum required rear yard setback shall be a line connecting a point on each side lot
line that is 20 percent of the lot depth.
(2) Accessory structures and uncovered structures shall have a rear yard setback of at least
five feet, except that on a double-fronting lot, the front yard setback requirements shall
apply.
(3) A corner lot shall have only one rear lot line.
(4) Regardless of subsections (1) through (3) of this section, homeowners may add on to
their homes using the existing setback.
(5) The city council may approve a conditional use permit to construct a building addition
into a minimum setback.
Secs. 44-147. Building separation requirement.
(1) In an R-2 residence (double dwelling) district, separation between an accessory
structure and a principal structure or another accessory structure shall be in
conformance with building code requirements
Secs. 44-148. Minimum floor areas.
(1) The minimum habitable floor area for each R-2 residence district (double dwelling)
dwelling units shall be at least: 580 square feet per efficiency or one-bedroom unit; 740
square feet per two-bedroom unit; 860 square feet per three-bedroom unit; 1,040 square
feet per four-bedroom unit.
Secs. 44-149. Dwelling orientation.
(1) In the R-2 residence district (double dwelling), the front of a dwelling on an interior lot
shall face a public street, unless the dwelling does not have an apparent front side. The
front is generally the longer side of the building and has a front door. The front wall may
have up to a 30-degree angle from the street line. If the front wall has an angle, the city
shall use the longest section to determine the allowed angle from the street line. This
section shall not apply to corner lots. The director of community development may
administratively allow a different orientation if it would not adversely affect the drainage
of surrounding properties and if any of the following conditions apply:
a. The proposed orientation would not affect the privacy of adjacent homes.
b. The proposed orientation would save significant natural features, as defined in
section 12-248.
c. The proposed orientation is necessary to meet city, state or federal regulations,
such as the pipeline setback or noise regulations.
d. The proposed orientation is necessary for energy-saving, health or safety
reasons.
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Secs. 44-150. Maximum building area.
In the R-2 residence district (double dwelling), building area shall not cover more than 30
percent of the area of a lot. The city council may approve a larger building area if it finds
that it would not affect the character of the neighborhood.
Secs. 44-151—44-160. Reserved.
DIVISION 9. R-3 RESIDENCE DISTRICT (MULTIPLE DWELLING)
Subdivision I. In General
Secs. 44-161. Purpose and intent.
(1) The R-3 residence district (multiple dwelling) is intended to establish, preserve, and
enhance neighborhoods that accommodate a mix of townhouses and apartments.
(2) The R-3 residence district shall be further classified into the following subdistricts based
on the type of structure and number of units:
Classification Structure containing:
R-3A Apartment building with 3 to 17 units
R-3B Apartment building with more than 17 units
R-3C Townhouses
Secs. 44-162. Definitions.
(1) The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this division, shall have the
meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a
different meaning:
a. Dwelling, multiple means a building on a lot, designed exclusively as a residence
for three or more families. Cross reference(s) – Definitions generally, § 1-2.
b. Dwelling, townhouse means a residence for one family that is attached to at least
two other residences, each with a private outside entrance and with no one unit
or major portion thereof directly above or below the other units. Cross
reference(s)—Definitions generally, § 1-2.
c. Dwelling, apartment means a building on a lot with side-by-side or stacked
dwelling units that typically share a common entrance.
Secs. 44-163. Standards for all R-3 subdistricts.
(1) The minimum habitable floor area for each dwelling shall be at least:
a. 580 square feet per studio or one-bedroom unit;
b. 740 square feet per two-bedroom unit;
c. 860 square feet per three-bedroom unit;
d. 1,040 square feet per four-bedroom unit.
e. The minimum habitable floor area for "independent" senior housing shall follow
the above room-size requirements.
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f. The minimum habitable floor area for "assisted-living" and "memory-care" senior
housing shall not be less than that required by the Minnesota Department of
Health.
(2) At least 35 percent of the development shall be retained for and devoted to green area;
An adjustment may be allowed as an exception in connection with the administration and
application of density credits as identified in section 44-164.
a. Where more than one principal use structure is constructed on the same or
contiguous lots, yard areas planned for common use by occupants of all dwelling
units may be counted in computing green area.
(3) All buildings shall be designed and constructed to have consistent architectural
treatment on all building walls to provide four-sided architectural design.
(4) All accessory or ancillary buildings, including garages and carports, shall be designed
and constructed to have a compatible exterior surface to the principal use building.
(5) A minimum of 120 cubic feet of storage space, in addition to normal closet space, shall
be made available for each multiple-dwelling unit in an R-3 residence district. Such
storage space shall be located in the same building as the dwelling unit or in the garage,
but shall not be considered as part of the habitable area of a dwelling unit. If located in
the garage, it shall be enclosed and shall not be part of the automobile parking area.
(6) An open parking stall shall be a minimum distance of 15 feet from a dwelling-unit
window.
(7) Where a garage or carport opens to a public street, the width of the driveway into that
public street shall not exceed 24 feet in width, and in no event shall a series of garages
open directly to that street. Where a series of garages face each other on a private road,
the minimum width separating garages shall be 30 feet in order to provide visibility in
backing out or turning around.
(8) All trash, recyclable materials, and associated handling equipment must be stored within
the principal structure or in a dumpster enclosure, attached or separate from the
principal structure, that is constructed of building materials compatible with the principal
structure. All containers shall be covered and maintained so as to be inaccessible to
insects, vermin or animals and shall be screened so as not to be visible from eye-level
height.
Secs. 44-164. Density.
(1) All multiple dwelling structures are subject to minimum area standards and shall not
exceed the maximum density permitted by the land use classification in the city's
adopted comprehensive plan.
(2) Additional density above the base density in the comprehensive plan may be allowed
using a density credit at the city's sole discretion.
(3) The following credits to density standards shall be allowed as follows:
a. Underground parking. The net acreage for calculating density may be increased
by 300 square feet for each parking space that is provided under the principal
structure or in some other manner underground, which will thereby permit use of
the grade level outside the building, or above such underground space, for other
building, open yard, or recreation space.
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b. Green area. The net acreage for calculating density may be increased by 100
square feet where 25 percent of the entire development is reserved in one area
for recreation play area, or for open land, water or ponding areas, subject to
approval by the city council after consideration by the community design review
board.
c. Landscaping. The net acreage for calculating density may be increased by 100
square feet for each dwelling unit where one percent of the construction cost, not
including land cost, is allocated to the planting of trees. This does not apply to the
sodding or seeding of green areas.
d. High-rise. The net acreage for calculating density may be increased by 100
square feet for each dwelling unit above three stories. In order to qualify for this
credit, all floors must have elevator service. If this credit, when combined with
others available in subsections (1) through (3) of this section, results in a
reduction of yard or parking space area below that otherwise required by reason
of the dimensions and number of dwelling units in the structure, this credit shall
not be allowed.
Secs 44-165—44-180. Reserved.
Subdivision II. R-3A Multiple Dwellings
Secs. 44-181. Lot Area.
(1) Except as otherwise modified or specified by terms of this chapter or because of
variances properly considered and allowed, the building site for any R-3A multiple
dwelling shall consist of an area of at least 15,625 square feet.
Secs. 44-182. Percentage for structure.
(1) The area covered by the R-3A multiple dwelling shall not exceed 35 percent of the site
area.
Secs. 44-183. Front yard requirements.
(1) Each R-3A multiple dwelling shall have a front yard of not less than 30 feet in depth
facing any road or street. This setback shall apply to yards fronting on both streets
where the building is located on a corner lot.
Secs. 44-184. Side and rear yard requirements.
(1) The minimum side and rear yard setback requirements for an R-3A multiple dwelling
shall be 20 feet.
(2) Parking spaces, garages, carports, or like structures shall be set back no less than five
feet from a side or rear property line and no less than 15 feet from a public street right-
of-way.
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Secs. 44-185. Setbacks increased.
(1) The minimum front, side and rear yard setbacks for an R-3A multiple dwelling shall be
increased, not to exceed 75 feet, by the most restrictive of the following requirements,
where the lot abuts a farm residence, residential estate, single dwelling, or double
dwelling zoning district:
a. Building height. The building setbacks shall be increased two feet for each one
foot the building exceeds 25 feet in height.
b. Exterior wall area. Where an exterior wall faces residentially zoned property, the
setback of the wall shall be increased five feet for each 1,000 square feet or part
thereof in excess of 2,000 square feet.
(2) A building addition which would encroach into a required setback may be approved by
conditional use permit, if such encroachment would be consistent with surrounding
property setbacks and screened in a manner acceptable to the community design review
board. At least 80 percent of the addition shall be screened from abutting residential
property.
(3) The requirements of this section shall not apply where the residentially zoned property is
being used or is designated on the city's land use plan for a nonresidential use.
Secs. 44-186. Height regulation.
(1) No R-3A multiple dwelling shall exceed a height of 35 feet or three stories, unless the
city council approves a conditional use permit.
Secs. 44-187. Two or more structures on one site.
(1) Figure 44-187-A illustrates separation requirements for buildings 36 feet in height or less
where two or more R-3A multiple-dwelling structures are to be erected on a single site:
a. No building shall be closer to another building than twice the vertical height of the
tallest building up to a maximum of 72 feet measured from grade, as shown with
dimension A in Figure 44-187-A that follows.
b. No building shall be closer to another building than 36 feet measured from grade.
Where both building elevations are windowless, this requirement may be reduced
by one-third, as shown with dimension B in Figure 44-187-A that follows.
c. No building shall be closer to another building than 20 feet measured from grade,
as shown with dimension C in Figure 44-187-C that follows.
Figure 44-187-A Required Building Separation
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Secs 44-188—44-190. Reserved.
Subdivision III. R-3B Multiple Dwellings
Secs. 44-191. Minimum land area.
(1) The minimum land area for any R-3B multiple dwelling is at least one acre, and the
building lot shall have a width of not less than 150 feet.
Secs. 44-192. Building area.
(1) Building area for any R-3B multiple dwelling may not cover more than 35 percent of the
ground area.
Secs. 44-193. Front yard requirements.
(1) The minimum front yard setback for an R-3B multiple dwelling shall be 30 feet. This
minimum setback shall be increased according to section 44-185.
Secs. 44-194. Side and rear yard requirements.
(1) The minimum side and rear yard setbacks for an R-3B multiple dwelling shall be 20 feet,
unless the lot abuts a farm residence, residential estate, single-dwelling or double-
dwelling zoning district. In such case the minimum setback shall be increased according
to section 44-164.
(2) Regardless of building height or external wall area, the side and rear yard setbacks shall
not be required to be greater than 75 feet.
(3) Side and rear yard requirements shall be as provided in section 44-184.
Secs. 44-195. Height regulation.
(1) No R-3B multiple dwelling shall exceed a height of 35 feet or three stories, unless the
city council approves a conditional use permit.
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Secs. 44-196. Two or more structures on one site.
(1) Where two or more R-3B multiple-dwelling structures are to be erected on a single site,
the following requirements shall apply to such buildings exceeding 36 feet in height:
a. No building shall be closer to another building than twice the vertical height of the
tallest building up to a maximum of 100 feet measured from grade, as shown with
dimension A in Figure 44-194-A that follows.
b. No building shall be closer to another building than 36 feet, which distance shall
increase by one foot for each two feet of height in excess of 36 feet, up to a
maximum distance of 75 feet of separation measured from grade. Where both
building elevations are windowless, this requirement may be reduced by one-
third. Example: 44-foot-high buildings, B = 40 feet of separation. Refer to
dimension B in Figure 44-194-A that follows.
c. No building shall be closer to another building than 20 feet, which distance shall
increase by one foot for each four feet of height in excess of 36 feet, up to a
maximum distance of 40 feet of separation measured from grade. Example: 44-
foot-high buildings, C = 22 feet of separation. Refer to dimension C in Figure 44-
194-A that follows.
Figure 44-194-A Required Building Separation
Secs 44-197—44-220. Reserved.
Subdivision IV. R-3C Townhouses
Secs. 44-201. Front yard requirements.
(1) Front yard requirements for R-3C multiple dwellings are 30 feet in depth facing any road
or street, except that these shall refer to the total site development requirements, and
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each dwelling unit may be up to its particular property line with a garage or carport
abutting a private, not public, road.
Secs. 44-202. Side yard requirements.
(1) As applied to the total development site, a side yard for an R-3C multiple dwelling shall
be no less than 20 feet in width.
Secs. 44-203. Rear yard requirements.
(1) As applied to the total development site, the rear yard for an R-3C multiple dwelling shall
be a minimum of 20 feet in width.
Secs. 44-204. Minimum building separations.
(1) The minimum separation between detached buildings for R-3C multiple dwellings shall
be as follows:
a. Dwelling to dwelling: 20 feet.
b. Dwelling to accessory building: ten feet.
c. Accessory building to accessory building: ten feet.
Secs. 44-205. Height regulation.
(1) No R-3C multiple dwelling shall exceed a height of 35 feet or three stories, unless the
city council approves a conditional use permit.
Secs. 44-206—44-211. Reserved.
DIVISION 10. NC NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL DISTRICT
Secs. 44-211. Purpose and intent.
(1) The intent of the N-C neighborhood commercial district is to preserve land for the use of
businesses that are compatible with adjacent residential land uses. Uses are limited to
offices and smaller retail uses that cater to convenience shopping. Pedestrian and
bicycle access are to be emphasized.
Secs. 44-212. Building design.
(1) Buildings in an NC neighborhood commercial district shall be designed to be compatible
with their surrounding land uses. If more than one use is on a site, they shall be planned
and organized as a unit. Pedestrians should be able to walk between stores without
crossing vehicular traffic lanes. There shall be no exterior storage, other than a trash
receptacle which shall be screened as required by section 44-19.
Secs. 44-213. Lot coverage.
(1) For an N-C neighborhood commercial district, at least 15 percent of the site shall be
landscaped.
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Secs. 44-214—44-220. Reserved.
DIVISION 11. CO COMMERCIAL OFFICE DISTRICT
Secs. 44-221. Purpose and intent.
(1) The CO commercial office district is established primarily to provide areas for the
development of professional and administrative offices, related uses together with
supportive, low-intensity commercial uses in locations in close proximity to residential
areas where such uses can conveniently serve the public, and to create a suitable
environment for such uses and buildings specially designed for their purposes, located
on sites large enough to provide room for appropriate separation of uses, landscaped
open spaces and off-street parking facilities.
(2) This district is intended to be located primarily on heavily traveled streets or adjacent to
commercial or industrial districts and is designed to lessen the impact of these uses on
residential areas.
Secs. 44-222—44-230. Reserved.
DIVISION 12. BC BUSINESS COMMERCIAL DISTRICT
Subdivision I. BC Limited Business Commercial District
Secs. 44-231. Purpose and intent.
(1) The BC business commercial district is established to provide an environment of retail
sales and commercial services that are larger in scale than allowed in the NC District
and to allow a broader range of automobile related uses.
Secs. 44-232—44-240. Reserved.
Subdivision II. LBC Limited Business Commercial District
Secs. 44-241. Purpose and intent.
(1) The LBC limited business commercial district is intended to provide lower intensity
commercial areas focused on offices, medical clinics, and day care centers that support
the surrounding commercial districts and residential neighborhoods.
Secs. 44-242—44-250. Reserved
Subdivision III. BC(M) Commercial District (Modified)
Secs. 44-251. Purpose and intent.
(1) The BC(M) business commercial district (modified) is intended to provide for the orderly
transition between more intensive commercial uses and low or medium density
residential areas. Restrictions on, but not limited to, building height, setbacks,
orientation, parking lot location, or location of building entrances may be required to
ensure compatibility with abutting residential uses.
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Secs 44-252—44-260. Reserved.
DIVISION 13. SC SHOPPING CENTER DISTRICT
Secs. 44-261. Purpose and intent.
(1) The SC shopping center district is intended to provide for retail and service centers
which deal directly with the customer for whom the goods or services are furnished. The
uses allowed in this district are to provide goods and services on a community market
scale and located in areas which are well served by collector or arterial street facilities.
Secs. 44-262—44-270. Reserved.
DIVISION 14. M-1 LIGHT MANUFACTURING DISTRICT
Secs. 44-271. Purpose and intent.
(1) The purpose of the M-1 Light Manufacturing District is to provide for the establishment of
manufacturing, warehouse, repair, office, and related limited service uses. The M-1 Light
Manufacturing District is intended to include uses that may require limited outdoor and
vehicle/trailer storage but exclude more intensive industrial uses.
Secs. 44-272. Minimum distances for building and use from residential district.
(1) No building or exterior use, except parking, may be erected, altered, or conducted within
350 feet of a residential district without a conditional use permit.
Secs. 44-273—44-280. Reserved.
DIVISION 15. M-2 HEAVY MANUFACTURING DISTRICT
Secs. 44-281. Purpose and intent.
(1) The M-2 Heavy Manufacturing district is intended primarily for manufacturing,
assembling and fabrication activities, including large scale or specialized industrial
operations whose external effects may be felt in surrounding districts. The M-2 district is
intended to permit the manufacturing, processing and compounding of semifinished
products from raw material and prepared material.
Secs. 44-282. Minimum distances for building and use from residential district.
(1) In the M-2 heavy manufacturing district, no building or exterior use, except parking, may
be erected, altered or conducted within 350 feet of a residential district without a
conditional use permit.
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Secs. 44-283—44-290. Reserved.
DIVISION 16. M-U MIXED-USE DISTRICT
Secs. 44-291. Purpose and intent.
(1) The purpose of the mixed-use zoning district is to provide areas in the City of
Maplewood with a mixture of land uses, made mutually compatible through land use
controls and high-quality design standards. With this district, the City of Maplewood
intends to promote the redevelopment or development of an area into a mixed-use
neighborhood with compact, pedestrian-oriented commercial and residential land uses.
The intent of the mixed-use zoning district is to enhance viability within an area and
foster more employment and residential opportunities. The placement and treatment of
buildings, parking, signage, landscaping and pedestrian spaces are essential elements
in creating the pedestrian-friendly and livable environment envisioned by the city in a
mixed-use area. To ensure these elements are achieved, design standards are included
in the district.
Secs. 44-292. Planned Unit Development.
(1) Planned Unit Developments (PUDs), as provided in section 44-321 through 44-322 are
not permitted in the M-U district.
Secs. 44-293. Dimensional standards.
(1) Within the mixed-use zoning district, all setbacks shall be measured from the outlying
property line of a development and either a public right-of-way or from the edge of a
private road, whichever applies. The term "road" as used to define setbacks within the
mixed-use zoning district applies to public right-of-ways and private roads.
Table 44-293-1: Dimensional Standards in the Mixed-Use District
Use
Lot Size
Per
Unit
(square
feet)
Height
(feet)
Structure Setbacks
(feet)
Front Side Rear
Principal Use
Single-unit dwelling 7,260 351 20 to 25 52 152
Double dwelling
(duplex)/townhouse
dwelling
n/a 351 20 to 25 52 152
Apartment dwelling n/a 351 0 to 20 03 03
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Use
Lot Size
Per
Unit
(square
feet)
Height
(feet)
Structure Setbacks
(feet)
Front Side Rear
Residential and commercial
mixed use building
n/a n/a 0 to 10 03 03
Non-residential, including
structured parking
n/a n/a 0 to 10 03 03
Accessory Use
Accessory building
accessed from alley
n/a Per
section
44-352
n/a 5 0 to 6
Accessory building not
accessed from alley
n/a Per
section
44-352
20 to 25 5 5
1 No single-unit dwelling, double dwelling (duplex), townhouse dwelling or apartment
dwelling building shall exceed a height of 35 feet, or three stories, unless the city
council approves a conditional use permit.
2 When a mixed-use zoned single-unit dwelling, double-dwelling (duplex), or townhouse
dwelling adjoins the F, R-1, R-1(R), R-1(S) or R-2 zoning district, the greater of the
side and rear yard setbacks of the adjacent residential zoning district or a side yard
setback of ten feet and a rear yard setback of 20 feet shall apply.
3 The zero foot setback is allowed except as otherwise specified in the building code.
Side and rear yard setbacks of at least ten feet shall be required when a mixed-use
zoned commercial, residential and commercial mixed use building or apartment
dwelling use adjoins a mixed-use zoned single unit dwelling, double-dwelling (duplex),
or townhouse dwelling use. Side and rear yard setbacks shall be as specified in
subsection 44-20(c)(6)b. (additional design standards) when a mixed-use zoned
commercial, residential and commercial mixed use building, or apartment dwelling use
adjoins a F, R-1, R-1(R), R-1(S) or R-2 zoning district.
(2) The city council may increase maximum setbacks with approval of a conditional use
permit. The conditional use permit may only be approved if the applicant has
demonstrated on its site plan the intent of the mixed use zoning district is being met.
Secs. 44-294. Maximum density.
(1) The density of the mixed-use zoning district shall not exceed the maximum density
permitted by the land use classification in the city's adopted comprehensive plan.
Additional density may be allowed per section 44-164 Density. In addition, the net
acreage for calculating density may be increased by 300 square feet for each affordable
dwelling unit, as defined by the metropolitan council guidelines.
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Secs. 44-295. Off-street parking.
(1) Section 44-17 off-street parking of the City Code applies in the mixed-use zoning district
unless specified differently below:
(a) Placement of surface parking:
1. Surface parking must be located to the rear of a principal building, or an interior
side yard if parking in the rear is impractical.
2. Surface parking must maintain a five-foot side yard setback and a five-foot rear
yard setback, unless the surface parking adjoins the F, R-1, R-1(R), R-1(S) or R-
2 districts, in which case the required setback is 20 feet for both the side yard
and rear yard.
3. Surface parking must maintain a ten-foot setback to a road when constructed on
the side or rear of a building on a corner lot.
4. The city council may approve modifications to the surface parking placement
standard with a conditional use permit if a building has special needs and site
constraints or an increased building setback is also approved. In these cases,
there should be good pedestrian connections between the sidewalk and building
entrance, and the area in front of the parking lot should be well landscaped.
Figure 44-295-A: Off Street Parking Locations in Mixed-Use Zoning District
(b) Amount of parking:
1. The minimum amount of required parking spaces shall be as specified in section
44-17 off-street parking.
2. The maximum amount of surface parking spaces shall not exceed the specified
minimum by more than ten percent, or two spaces, whichever is greater. If
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additional parking is desired, it must be placed underground, within an enclosed
building, or in a tuck-under garage.
3. For retail, medical, service and office uses, if a transit shelter is provided on site
or immediately in front of the building, then the minimum required number of
parking spaces may be reduced by five percent but not to exceed five parking
spaces total.
4. Shared parking. If approved by the community design review board, two or more
uses may provide required off-street parking spaces in a common parking facility
subject to the following conditions:
a. The total number of parking spaces provided may be less than the sum of the
spaces required for each use individually, provided that such uses’ peak
hours of operation are not during the same hours.
b. The proposed shared parking spaces must be within 500 feet of the uses it
will serve.
c. The shared parking must be established through a recorded legal instrument,
approved by the City Attorney and filed with the Community Development
Department.
6. In addition to the above-referenced allowances for parking reduction, the city
council may authorize other reduced off-street parking requests through a waiver.
The reduction must be based on proven parking data for a specific development.
(c) Parking space size:
a. 90-degree parking: 9 feet × 18 feet
b. 45-degree parking: 8.5 feet × 18 feet
Secs. 44-296. Design standards.
(1) Application.
a. Section 44-20 (additional design standards) of the City Code applies to the
mixed-use zoning district unless specified differently below.
b. Mixed-use building and development remodeling/additions/alterations.
Remodeling, additions or other alterations to mixed-use buildings and
development (buildings and developments previously approved and built with
mixed-use design standards) shall be done in a manner that is compatible with
the original building or development. Original materials shall be retained and
preserved to the extent possible.
c. Nonconforming buildings and developments.
i. Additions to nonconforming buildings or developments (buildings or
developments built before mixed-use design standards) must be
constructed with materials required by this division if the addition
exceeds 25 percent of the floor area.
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ii. Exterior remodeling or alterations to a nonconforming building or
development must be constructed with materials required by this
division.
iii. The director of community development (if administrative review is
required) or the community design review board (if design review is
required) may authorize an exception to allow the use of other materials
if the addition, remodeling or alteration is deemed to be minor in nature
and not visible from a public right-of-way.
(2) Porches and entries for residential dwellings and residential and commercial mixed-use
buildings.
a. Porches, steps, pent roofs, roof overhangs and hooded front doors or similar
architectural elements shall be used to define all primary residential entrances.
b. Decks shall be prohibited on all primary residential entrances.
c. Front porches must have a minimum depth of six feet clear. Porches may
extend six feet into the required setback.
(3) Residential garages for single-unit dwelling, double-dwelling (duplex), and townhouse
dwellings.
a. Attached garages must not be located in front of the primary façade and must
have architectural elements to minimize the impact of the garage door or be
recessed from the primary front façade (not including porches, bay windows or
other minor projections) by a minimum of eight feet.
b. Attached or detached garages which are placed in the rear yard must be
accessed by either an alley or a side-yard driveway.
(4) Non-residential or mixed-use buildings.
a. Pedestrian access. Each ground floor space with road frontage shall have its
primary entrance on the front façade. Additional entrances may be provided off
of a parking area or an access corridor.
b. Exterior building materials.
i. Exterior-building materials shall be classified primary, secondary or
accent material.
1. Primary materials shall cover at least 60 percent of all façades of
a building.
2. Secondary materials may cover no more than 30 percent of all
façades of a building.
3. Accent materials may include door and window frames, lintels,
cornices and other minor elements, and may cover no more than
ten percent of all façades of a building.
ii. Allowable materials are as follows:
1. Primary exterior building materials may be brick, stone or glass.
Bronze-tinted or mirror glass are prohibited as exterior materials.
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2. Secondary exterior building materials may be decorative block or
stucco.
3. Synthetic stucco may be permitted as a secondary material on
upper floors only.
4. Accent materials may be wood or metal if appropriately
integrated into the overall building design and not situated in
areas that will be subject to physical or environmental damage.
iii. All primary and secondary materials shall be integrally colored with no
painted materials.
iv. The front façade building material changes shall not occur at external
corners (toward a public right-of-way or public open space), but may
occur at reverse or interior corners or as a return at least six feet from
external corners.
c. Building façade and articulation.
i. First floor height. The first floor shall be designed with a minimum ceiling
height of 12 feet.
ii. One-story buildings. One-story buildings taller than 18 feet in height shall
be architecturally detailed to simulate a two-story appearance.
iii. Articulation. Any exterior building wall adjacent to or visible from a public
right-of-way or public open space may not exceed 40 feet in width. New
buildings of more than 40 feet in width are allowed if the building wall is
divided into smaller increments, between 20 and 40 feet in width,
through articulation of the façade. Articulation of the façade can be
achieved through combinations of the following techniques and others
that may meet the objective:
1. Façade modulation - stepping back or extending forward a
portion of the façade.
2. Vertical divisions - using different textures or materials
(although materials should be drawn from a common palette).
3. Division into storefronts, with separate display windows and
entrances.
4. Variation in rooflines by alternating dormers, stepped roofs,
gables, or other roof elements to reinforce the modulation or
articulation interval.
5. Arcades, awnings, window bays, arched windows and balconies.
iv. Windows. Buildings containing office and retail uses shall maintain 40
percent minimum window coverage on the first floor that faces a road or
public open space.
d. Storage/service/loading. If an outdoor storage, service or loading area is visible
from adjacent residential uses, or a road or walkway; it shall be screened by a
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decorative fence, wall or screen of plant material at least six feet in height.
Fences and walls shall be architecturally compatible with the primary structure.
(5) Awnings.
a. Awnings must be properly maintained, and if in poor repair must be repaired or
replaced in a timely manner.
b. Awnings may extend up to five feet over the public right-of-way, where
approved by the city, and must meet all building code requirements.
c. Metal awnings are prohibited unless the design of the awning is compatible with
the building, as determined by the director of community development (if the
awnings require administrative review) or the community design review board (if
the awnings require design review).
(6) Fences. Fences over four feet in height are prohibited in all front yards, except as
required for storage/service/loading.
(7) Mixed Use Exceptions. The director of community development (if administrative review
is required) or the community design review board (if design review is required) may
consider exceptions to the above-mentioned design standards if they uphold the
integrity of the guidelines and result in an attractive, cohesive development design as
intended by this section.
(8) Appeals. Appeals to the approved design conditions for a building or development are
permitted as specified in section 2-285 (approval of plans).
Secs. 44-297. Landscaping.
(1) Section 44-19 (landscaping and screening) of the City Code applies in the mixed-use
zoning district unless specified differently below:
a. Over story trees are required at regular intervals along the road to help define the
road edge, to buffer pedestrians from vehicles and to provide shade. The over
story trees shall be located in a planting strip at least five feet wide between curb
and sidewalk, or in a planting structure of design acceptable to the city.
b. All areas of land not occupied by buildings, parking, driveways, sidewalks or
other hard surface shall be sodded or mulched and landscaped with approved
ground cover, flowers, shrubbery, and trees.
c. Hard-surfaced areas, including sidewalks and patios, must include amenities
such as benches, planters, and bike racks.
d. Perimeter landscape or pedestrian walls are required for all parking lots and shall
be established along the road and edges of the parking lot. The landscape
treatment or pedestrian wall shall run the full length of the parking lot and be
located between the property line and the edge of the parking lot as follows:
1. Perimeter parking lot landscaping adjacent the road shall be at least ten feet
in width, as measured from the property line or edge of a private road to the
back of curb.
2. The primary plant materials used in perimeter parking lot landscaping
adjacent the road shall be over story trees. Ornamental trees, shrubs,
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hedges and other plant materials may be used to supplement the over story
trees, but shall not be the sole contribution to such landscaping.
3. Perimeter parking lot landscaping along the rear and sides of a parking lot
(not adjacent the road) shall be planted with a minimum of 50 percent
ground cover approved by the city to achieve complete cover within two
years. Mulch may only be used around the base of the plant material to
retain moisture.
4. In lieu of, or in addition to, perimeter parking lot landscaping, a pedestrian
wall along the perimeter of the parking lot may be constructed. The
pedestrian wall is limited to four feet in height, must be at least 80 percent
opaque and must be architecturally compatible to the principal building or
development.
e. For parking lots consisting of 20 or more spaces, interior landscape islands are
required. Interior landscape islands shall be at a rate of one landscape island for
every ten parking spaces. Landscaping areas located along the perimeter of a
parking lot beyond the curb or edge of pavement shall not be included toward
satisfying this requirement.
1. Landscape islands shall be a minimum of 144 square feet in area and shall
be a minimum of eight feet in width, as measured from back of curb to back
of curb.
2. The landscape islands shall be improved as follows:
i. One overstory tree with a trunk size a minimum of two-and-one-half
inches in caliper shall be provided for every landscape island.
ii. A minimum of 50 percent of every landscape island shall be planted
with an approved ground cover in the appropriate density to achieve
complete cover within two years. Mulch may only be used around the
base of the plant material to retain moisture.
Secs. 44-298. Outdoor Lighting.
(1) All outdoor lighting shall be of a design and size compatible with the building and as
specified in subsection 44-19(c)(1) (outdoor lighting), except that light pole height
maximum is limited to 16 feet.
Secs 44-299-44-300. Reserved.
DIVISION 17. N-E NORTH END DISTRICT
Secs. 44-301. Purpose.
(1) The purpose of the N-E North End District is to enable expansion of the north end area's
role as a local and regional economic activity center for purposes of obtaining goods and
services, wellness, work, recreation, socialization, learning, and living. The zoning
district accommodates and regulates:
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a. New development and redevelopment site opportunities appropriate for an
evolving transit-oriented environment to support planned transit improvements
and investments within the north end area;
b. Development of a significantly expanded and connected transportation network
within the north end area, including adding streets to create a smaller street grid
and smaller blocks, expanding the pedestrian/bicycle network (sidewalks, trails,
bike facilities, pedestrian-friendly street crossings), and enabling convenient
multi-modal travel;
c. New and improved public green spaces (neighborhood parks, pocket parks, and
greenways), usable private open spaces, and an improved tree canopy along
streets;
d. A broad mix of integrated land uses, including commercial (retail, services,
restaurants, and entertainment), medical and related office, residential, and
lodging;
e. Management of overall parking needs for future development types and the
future enhanced transportation facilities, including the reduction of surface
parking lots, increase of on-street parking, and addition of structured parking in
conjunction with development.
f. All new development and redevelopment that meets the guidance and vision
established within the comprehensive plan and North End Vision Plan.
Secs. 44-302. Definitions.
(1) The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this division, shall have the
meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a
different meaning:
a. Block means an area of land surrounded on all sides by streets or other
transportation or utility rights-of-way, or by physical barriers such as bodies of
water or public open spaces.
b. Build-to zone means the minimum and maximum distance a structure may be
placed from a lot line.
Figure 44-302-A: Build-to Zone
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c. Street frontage means the building and yard area facing and directly adjacent to
a street right-of-way line.
d. Street frontage coverage (lot line coverage) means the calculation of the width of
a building within the build-to zone divided by the lot width minus the minimum
side yard setbacks.
Figure 44-302-B: Street Frontage Coverage
Secs. 44-303. Applicability.
(1) These regulations shall apply to all subdivision, new development, and redevelopment of
land located in the N-E North End District on the city's zoning map as regulated by
section 44-10.
(2) Regulating plans.
a. The N-E North End District shall be implemented through regulating plans:
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i. North End District Street Network and Types.
ii. North End District Open Space Network and Types.
b. The North End District Street Network and Types regulating plan establishes the
district's future street network, street types, and the development form
appropriate to each street type. The North End District Street Network and Types
regulating plan is shown in figure 44-303-A.
Figure 44-303-A: Regulating Plan: North End District Street Network and Types
c. The North End District Open Space Network and Types regulating plan
establishes the district's future parks and open space network, showing general
locations of future park and open space needs. The North End District Open
Space Network and Types Regulating Plan is shown in Figure 44-303-B.
Figure 44-303-B: Regulating Plan: North End District Open Space Network and
Types
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(3) Street types. As shown on the North End District Street Network and Types regulating
plan (figure 44-303-A): Four street types are established for the north end district. These
types are applicable to existing streets and will be applied to future streets. Alignment of
future streets has not been determined; the regulating plan shows the general location of
future streets and extensions.
a. Minor arterials/major collectors - public roadways.
i. Beam Avenue (County Road 20).
ii. White Bear Avenue (County Road 65).
iii. County Road D.
b. Local connectors - public roadways.
i. Kennard Street.
ii. Southlawn Drive.
iii. Legacy Parkway (extension).
c. Neighborhood main streets - public roadways.
i. St. John's Boulevard (extension from Kennard Street to White Bear
Avenue).
ii. Future north-south through street along west side of Maplewood Mall
from Beam Ave to County Road D, as shown on the regulating plan.
iii. Future north-south through street along east side of Maplewood Mall from
Beam Ave to County Road D, as shown on the regulating plan.
d. Neighborhood internal streets - public or private roadways. Future streets,
examples shown on the regulating plan, but final layout may be different
(4) Subdivision and site development.
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a. All subdivision of land shall meet the subdivision standards in section 44-306.
b. All new site development and redevelopment shall be subject to the site design,
building design, and use standards in sections 44-307, 44-308, and division 19.
c. Sites that abut multiple street types shall meet standards based on the priority
frontage. Priority frontage is determined by the following priority of street types:
i. First priority: Neighborhood Main Street.
ii. Second priority: Minor arterial/major collector.
iii. Third priority: Local connector.
iv. Fourth priority: Neighborhood internal street.
(5) Street rights-of-way. The street standards in section 44-306 shall apply to all public
rights-of-way in the N-E district based on the specific street types.
(6) Open spaces. The open space standards in section 44-306 shall apply to all future
public and private open spaces in the N-E north end district based on the specific open
space types.
Secs. 44-304. General provisions.
(1) This division is designed, wherever possible, to act as a standalone set of standards and
procedures for development in the N-E north end district. References to other applicable
standards and administrative procedures in the Maplewood City Code are provided as
needed.
(2) The standards and administrative procedures in this division shall apply in lieu of other
provisions in this chapter, except where specifically stated otherwise in this division, and
govern in the event of a conflict.
(3) The provisions of section 44-12 nonconformities of the Zoning Code shall be fully
applicable to all structures and uses within the north end district.
(4) The standards in this division shall apply to new development, redevelopment, and
building expansions greater than 50 percent of the floor area of an existing building. A
property owner or developer may expand an existing building or parking lot as long as
the development does not conflict with the districts' future street network as identified in
the North End District Street Network and Types regulating plan (figure 44-303-A) and
meets the standards in sections 44-17 to 44-20.
(5) Along with the standards established in this division, developments in the north end
district are encouraged to utilize the North End Design Guidelines for additional design
guidelines.
(6) Planned unit developments (PUDs), as provided in sections 44-311 through 44-312,
Planned Unit Development (PUD), are not permitted within the N-E district.
Secs. 44-305. Administration.
(1) Subdivisions and platting within the N-E district are subject to the procedures and
application requirements established in ch. 34 Subdivisions of the Maplewood City
Code, with the following provisions and exceptions:
a. The block, street, and lot requirements of section 44-306, Subdivision standards
shall supersede any related standards in section 34-8, Minimum subdivision
design standards.
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(2) New development and redevelopment are subject to the development design review
procedure in sections 2-281 through 2-292, Community Design Review Board of the
Maplewood City Code.
(3) Exceptions to the design standards may be considered by the community design review
board, or city council if appropriate, if they uphold the integrity of the North End Vision
Plan and Comprehensive Plan, and result in attractive, cohesive development design as
intended by this division.
Secs. 44-306. Subdivision standards.
(1) Block and street network standards.
a. For all developments with total combined parcel acreage of more than three
acres, subdivision into blocks and platting of new streets is required.
b. Maximum block length shall be 450 feet.
c. New streets shall connect to and continue existing streets from adjoining areas to
form an interconnected street network.
d. New cul-de-sacs and dead end streets may only be permitted where intersecting
with minor arterials/major collectors and are unable to meet minimum access
standards or by approval of the city engineer to accommodate specific site
conditions.
e. The city engineer shall approve the type of street for each subdivision and may
require additional street right-of-way or configuration based on the regulating
plan, existing context, and area circulation needs. Street design standards by
street type are illustrated in subsections (b) and (c), below.
f. Each block is required to provide an alley or private lane to efficiently
accommodate vehicle parking access, service/loading access, refuse pickup, and
reduce the number of driveways/curb cuts.
(2) Street design general standards. The provisions of this section shall apply to all new
streets as well as streetscape improvements to existing streets.
a. Sidewalks or shared use trails shall be provided on both sides of all new streets
and improved existing streets. Where sufficient public right-of-way width does not
exist, and cannot be obtained to accommodate sidewalks or shared use trails on
both sides, an easement shall be required, an exception may be approved
administratively by the community development director, within a property line
adjacent to a right-of-way to accommodate the minimum width of a sidewalk
clear walkway zone or a shared use trail, as required by the appropriate street
type.
b. All sidewalks shall provide a clear walkway zone and a boulevard or street life
zone, as shown in figure 44-306-A.
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Figure 44-306-A: Illustration of Sidewalk Zones
i. A clear walkway zone shall be a minimum of six feet in width, or wider as
indicated in the Street Design Standards by Street Type illustrated in
section (c) below. A clear walkway zone shall consist of a continuous,
unobstructed and accessible path of travel for pedestrians that must
remain clear of obstacles at all times.
ii. A boulevard or street life zone shall be a minimum of four feet in width,
with an ideal width of five feet or more, as indicated in the Street Design
Standards by street type in section (c) below. In some locations the
boulevard or street life zone may alternate with parking spaces. A
boulevard or street life zone organizes the fixed sidewalk elements along
the curb into an area that delineates the clear walkway zone from the
roadway. This zone consists of street trees, stormwater planting areas,
and street furniture, such as benches, trash cans, bicycle racks, street
lighting and street signage.
c. Shared use trail width shall be a minimum of ten feet.
d. Pavement markings for pedestrian crosswalks shall be provided at all controlled
intersections.
e. Pedestrian crosswalks at uncontrolled intersections and mid-block, where
required by the city council, shall also have pavement markings.
f. Sidewalk extensions or bump-outs shall be provided at pedestrian crosswalks on
streets with parking as a means of traffic calming.
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g. On-street bicycle lanes shall be a minimum of six feet in width and shall be
designed in compliance with the city's Living Streets Policy and according to
specifications required by the city engineer.
h. All streetscape trees shall be planted in consideration of location of utilities and
future utility needs.
i. Tree pits shall be a minimum of four feet in width, and a maximum of three feet in
depth. Tree pits shall use planting or granite sets outside of the critical root ball
zone or may use tree grates to create additional travel width for pedestrians.
Tree boxes shall be sized to ensure sufficient growing space around root ball at
installation.
j. Trees shall be planted in contiguous open planting areas. Where continuous
planting is interrupted by curb cuts, use of a modular suspended pavement
system (such as Silva Cells) is required.
(3) Street design standards by street type. The provisions of this section shall apply to all
street types as shown on the North End District Street Network and Types (figure 44-
303-A); any private neighborhood internal streets shall meet the same minimum design
standards as public neighborhood internal streets. All newly constructed streets and
streets undergoing reconstruction shall meet these minimal standards. If property
adjacent to existing streets is undergoing development, the city shall at that time acquire
any additional right-of-way or easements needed for future improvements to the streets
that comply with these standards.
a. Minor arterial and major collector streets. As all minor arterial and major collector
streets within the area are owned by Ramsey County, the city will work with the
Ramsey County on accomplishing guidelines set forth in the North End Design
Guidelines.
b. Local connector streets.
i. Local connector street sections.
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Figure 44-306-B: Cross-Section of Local Connector Streets
ii. Description of street elements - local connector streets.
Table 44-306-1: Local Connector Street Design Standards
c. Neighborhood main streets.
i. Neighborhood main street section.
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Figure 44-306-C: Cross Section of Neighborhood Main Street
ii. Description of street elements - neighborhood main streets.
Table 44-306-2: Neighborhood Main Street Design Standards
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d. Neighborhood internal streets.
i. Neighborhood internal street sections.
Figure 44-306-D: Cross-Section of Neighborhood Internal Streets
ii. Description of street elements - neighborhood internal streets.
Table 44-306-3: Neighborhood Internal Street Design Standards
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(4) Open space standards.
a. Public open space. For each new subdivision, a minimum of ten percent of the lot
area shall be dedicated, designed, and accessible as public open space in
alignment with the North End District Open Space Network and Types regulating
plan in Figure 44-303-B.
i. This public open space requirement supersedes the requirements of ch.
26 - Parks and Recreation, and the city's park accessibility charge (PAC).
ii. The standards in Table 4 shall apply to all land dedicated and deeded as
public open spaces. The property owner or developer shall be
responsible for making certain improvements to land dedicated, including,
but not limited to, finish grading, ground cover, construction of trails and
clearly identifying park and trail boundaries with city-approved markers.
iii. If a development site's location does not coincide with the North End
District Open Space Network and Types (section 44-303, figure 44-303-
B), the city council, at its discretion, may require a developer to pay to the
city cash fees in lieu of dedication of land for park, recreational, and open
space purposes. The cash contribution in lieu of land dedication must be
provided prior to the city releasing the final subdivision. The amount of
any cash in lieu contribution shall be equivalent to the average fair market
value of the ten percent of land that would otherwise be required to be
dedicated. For purposes of this section, "fair market value" means the
value of land as determined based on tax valuation or other relevant data,
or as set forth in the city's fee schedule. If the applicant disputes the
amount of the proposed cash contribution in lieu of the land dedication,
the applicant, at their own expense, may obtain an appraisal of the
property. The appraisal shall be made by approved members of the MAI,
or equivalent real estate appraisal societies. If the city disputes such
appraisal the city may, at the applicant's expense, obtain an appraisal of
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the property by a qualified real estate appraisal. This appraisal shall be
conclusive evidence of the fair market value of the land.
Table 44-306-4 Public Open Space Standards
b. Private usable open space. Each development, both residential and non-
residential, shall provide a minimum of ten percent of the lot area as private
usable open space. Private usable open spaces will not count toward public open
space dedication requirements. Usable open space means designed outdoor
space intended for passive or active recreation that is accessible and suited to
the needs of the development's residents and/or employees, and shall generally
have the following characteristics:
i. Functional and aesthetic design that relates to the principal building or
buildings, with clear edges, including seating, landscaping, recreational
facilities, sidewalk connections, and other amenities;
ii. May be designed as courtyards, plazas, picnic areas, swimming pools,
play areas, rooftop patios/gardens, or trails within natural areas;
iii. Compatible with or expands upon existing pedestrian connections and
public parks or open space;
iv. May include both private common areas for use by all residents of that
development, as well as a private unit's open space for exclusive use by
that unit's residents; and
v. Does not include driveways, parking areas, steep slopes, or stormwater
ponds.
(5) Lot standards.
a. Each lot must have a primary frontage along a public or private street, except
where parcels shown on the regulating plan front on a public space or greenway.
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b. Where a lot has multiple street frontages, the primary entrance should be on the
frontage with the highest priority, in accordance with section 44-303; if a lot has
multiple street frontages of the same street type, the frontage with the primary
entrance shall be determined by the director of community development.
c. Minimum lot width along a street frontage shall be 50 feet.
d. Flag lots are prohibited.
Secs. 44-307. Site design standards.
(1) Building placement standards.
a. All buildings shall meet the building placement standards in the following table:
Table 44-307-1: Building Placement Standards by Street Type
b. Setback areas.
i. Common setback areas must be treated as a unified, planted landscape
buffer area that is required to be installed and maintained by the building
owner or homeowner's association.
ii. Walls, fences, monument signs, lighting, elevated private outdoor space,
stairs leading to residential entries, guardrails, handrails and other similar
building and landscape elements are allowed encroachments within the
setback area.
iii. Utilities, transformers and telecommunications equipment shall, to the
extent feasible, not be located in front of a building and shall be
architecturally integrated or screened by landscaping.
iv. Awnings, canopies, marquees, signs, shading devices, cornices and
lighting are allowed to encroach into the public right-of-way and into the
minimum setback area above a minimum height of ten feet from sidewalk
grade.
(2) Off-street parking and loading standards.
a. Off-street vehicle parking placement and design.
i. All street types: Off-street parking shall not be permitted to be located
between the front of the building and the street.
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ii. Neighborhood main street type: Off-street parking also shall not be
permitted to be located in the side yard.
iii. Off-street parking spaces for residential uses shall be located in a central
location designed to support multiple uses or multiple units.
iv. Vehicular entrances and exits to parking facilities shall have a maximum
linear width of 11 feet if accommodating one direction of travel, and
maximum linear width of 22 feet if accommodating both an exit and
entrance at one opening. Entrances and/or exits that are shared with
loading and service access may be 12 feet wide when accommodating
one-way traffic and 24 feet wide when accommodating two-way traffic.
v. Open surface parking areas must be limited to no more than 20 percent
of total site area for any particular project.
vi. Parapet edges of the parking areas, including the roof, and screening
around open surface parking areas must be higher than vehicle
headlights in order to screen adjacent properties.
Figure 44-307-A: Off-Street Vehicle Parking Placement
b. Quantity of off-street vehicle parking spaces. The number of off-street vehicle
parking spaces shall meet the minimum and maximum ratios listed in Table 44-
307-2, Off-Street Vehicle Parking Spaces.
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Table 44-307-2: Off-Street Vehicle Parking Spaces
c. Off-street bicycle parking. Off-street bicycle parking must be provided for new
buildings in the minimum quantities listed in Table 44-307-3, Minimum Bicycle
Parking Spaces.
Table 44-307-3: Minimum Bicycle Parking Spaces
d. Shared parking. Shared off-street parking facilities are allowed to collectively
provide parking in any district for more than one structure or use, subject to the
following conditions:
i. The uses must have their highest peak demand for parking at
substantially different times of the day or week, or an adequate amount of
parking shall be available for both uses during shared hours of peak
demand. A parking plan shall address the hours, size and mode of
operation of the respective uses.
ii. The minimum spaces required under a shared parking agreement shall
be based on the number of spaces required for the use that requires the
most parking.
iii. Shared parking facilities shall be protected by an irrevocable covenant
running with the land and recorded with the county in a form approved by
the city attorney. A certified copy of the recorded document shall be
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provided to the zoning administrator within 60 days after approval of the
agreement by the city council.
e. Off-street loading facilities.
i. Individual off-street loading spaces shall have a maximum width of ten
feet and a maximum vertical clearance of 16 feet. Loading docks shall be
screened, both architecturally and with landscaping to minimize visibility
from the street and neighboring buildings.
ii. A maximum of one curb cut for loading and service is permitted every 600
linear feet of street frontage.
iii. Garage, loading and service entry areas must include either opaque or
translucent garage door panels. Loading entries must be well lit at night
and obscure views into loading areas under daylight and night light
conditions.
f. On-street loading spaces. On-street loading spaces shall be sized to
accommodate appropriate vehicles. On-street loading spaces are allowed to be
used as regular vehicular parking spaces and scheduled for loading.
(3) Screening standards.
a. Refuse storage. Storage of refuse containers should be accommodated inside
the buildings, however, outdoor storage can be provided if adequately screened
both architecturally and with landscaping. The location should minimize visibility
from the street and neighboring buildings. No refuse storage is allowed in front of
the building, adjacent to the street; corner lots shall not have refuse storage
adjacent to either street.
b. Mechanical equipment.
i. To avoid noise and air quality impacts on open space areas, mechanical
ducts or vents, with the exception of residential kitchen and bathroom
vents, shall not be located adjacent to areas designated for courtyards or
common activity areas.
ii. Rooftop mechanical equipment greater than four feet in height shall be
screened in an enclosure that also considers views from above. All
screening shall be at least of equal height to the mechanical equipment
that it screens.
Secs. 44-308. Building design standards.
(1) Buildings shall be constructed to meet the form requirements described in the sections
below:
a. Building size standards.
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Table 44-308-1: Building Size Standards by Street Type
b. Building façade standards.
Table 44-308-2. Building Façade Standards by Street Type
i. Parking structures.
Figure 44-308-A: Building Design Element Illustration
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1. All off-street parking structures that front a public street must be lined
with a minimum of 18 feet of occupied habitable space at the ground
floor between the parking area and exterior wall of the building.
2. All other frontages must visually screen the interior from the exterior
under daylighting and night lighting conditions.
ii. Exterior building materials. Exterior-building materials shall be classified
as primary, secondary or accent material. Primary materials shall cover at
least 60 percent of all façades of a building. Secondary materials may
cover no more than 30 percent of all façades of a building. Accent
materials may include door and window frames, lintels, cornices and
other minor elements, and may cover no more than ten percent of all
façades of a building.
1. Primary exterior building materials may be brick, stone or glass.
Bronze-tinted or mirror glass are prohibited as exterior materials.
2. Secondary exterior building materials may be decorative block or
stucco.
3. Synthetic stucco may be permitted as a secondary material on upper
floors only.
4. Accent materials may be wood or metal if appropriately integrated into
the overall building design and not situated in areas that will be
subject to physical or environmental damage.
5. All primary and secondary materials shall be integrally colored with no
painted materials.
Secs. 44-309 —44-310. Reserved.
DIVISION 18. PUD PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENTS
Secs. 44-311. Planned unit development—fixed district.
(1) The purpose of the planned unit development—fixed district is to allow for the
continuance of planned unit developments approved through conditional use permits
prior to September 1, 2020.
(2) There shall be no new parcels zoned to the planned unit development—fixed district
after September 1, 2020.
(3) All preliminary and final development plans approved as part of a conditional use permit
for a planned unit development prior to September 1, 2020 shall remain in full force and
effect as part of this overlay district. Provided new development in the planned unit
development—fixed district is in compliance with the approved plans, the development
shall be considered in conformance.
(4) Amendments to development plans for property in the planned unit development - fixed
district shall be processed according to the provisions in article VII, division 2. Minor
amendments will be considered while major amendments shall require the establishment
of a new planned unit development district.
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Secs. 44-312. PUD Planned unit development.
(1) The PUD planned unit development provisions are intended to encourage more efficient
use of land, public services and greater amenity by allowing, under certain
circumstances, a more flexible means of land development or redevelopment than is
otherwise afforded through the strict enforcement of the zoning requirements of certain
districts through lot-by-lot development. Although planned unit developments may
appear to deviate in certain aspects from a literal interpretation of the zoning and
subdivision ordinances, the PUD is intended to allow flexibility in design in order to
promote developments which will be an asset to the city by equaling or surpassing the
quality of developments resulting from the application of more conventional zoning
regulations. A PUD may be used as a special district adapting any base zoning district or
combination of zoning districts.
(2) A planned unit development shall be established by rezoning to a newly created,
numbered planned unit development district that outlines the uses, dimensions, and
design standards of the new PUD zoning district following the procedures set forth in
article VII, division 2.
(3) No planned unit developments may be created in the M-U District or the N-E District.
(4) Planned unit developments shall be on a tract of land more than one acre.
(5) Permitted uses shall generally be consistent with the permitted or conditional uses of the
underlying base district. However, a PUD district can request alternative uses to the
permitted uses of the underlying base district, subject to the approval by the city council
as part of the establishment of the PUD.
(6) Density of development must meet the guidance set by the comprehensive plan's future
land use designation and map.
(7) The following provisions shall be addressed as part of the PUD. When it is intended that
regulations vary from the underlying district, the applicant shall propose them as part of
the PUD application process:
a. A PUD shall be designed to complement existing and planned future land uses of
adjacent uses and infrastructure.
b. Lot area may vary from the underlying base district standard in a PUD provided
the developer has demonstrated that the proposed design and layout meets the
provisions of this chapter.
c. Setbacks may vary from underlying base district standards in a PUD provided the
developer has demonstrated that the proposed design and layout meets the
provisions of this chapter. Perimeter setbacks shall be consistent with the
setbacks of the underlying base zoning district.
d. Building height may vary from the underlying base district standard. The city may
request cross sections, elevations and other information from the developer in
order to determine if the structure height meets the provisions of this chapter.
e. A PUD shall be designed to preserve existing vegetation and topography where
practical and shall be consistent with the goals and objectives of the
comprehensive plan.
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f. Overall architectural design shall be generally compatible with the characteristics
of the surrounding developments.
g. Parking ratios may deviate from the off-street parking space standards. Where
alternative parking ratios are not stated in the PUD application, they shall
conform to section 44-17 off-street parking.
h. All publicly dedicated streets, utilities and storm-water facilities shall be designed
in accordance with the city code, policies, and design standards. The city may
consider flexible standards for streets if the developer has demonstrated that the
proposed design and layout warrants varying standards and the design meets
the provisions of this chapter.
i. Circulation/access.
i. Vehicular access to lots adjoining an arterial street as defined by the
functional classification system shall be designed by way of a frontage
road, service road or local street.
ii. Streets in a PUD shall be designed to promote a grid network of streets,
minimizing dead ends and culs-de-sac and connecting to adjoining
developments where streets have been 'stubbed in' for the purpose of
continuation.
iii. A PUD shall include provisions for pedestrians, bicycles and transit.
j. A landscape and screening plan shall be included in the PUD submittal. The plan
should include street tree provisions, screening, parking lot landscaping where
applicable and the preservation of mature, healthy hardwood trees where
applicable.
k. A comprehensive sign plan shall be adopted following the requirements of
chapter 44, Zoning, article III, Sign regulations. Preliminary plans related to
signage shall be submitted as part of the PUD application. While the
comprehensive sign plan will be adopted subsequently to the PUD, if an
exception to the city's signage regulations are needed they shall be evaluated
and adopted as part of the PUD process. Freestanding pylon type signs shall
consolidate tenants or uses in predetermined locations, minimizing the number of
freestanding signs where possible.
Secs. 44-313 —44-320. Reserved.
DIVISION 19. USE SPECIFIC STANDARDS
Secs. 44-321. Principal Uses
(1) Animal veterinary clinic
a. No exterior kennels are allowed.
(2) Bed and Breakfast
a. Bed and breakfast establishments shall only be allowed within the following types
of structures:
i. Single-unit dwelling if the bed and breakfast has four or fewer guestrooms
and as a conditional use permit if the bed and breakfast has more than
four guestrooms;
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ii. Commercial building; and
iii. Mixed-use building
b. All bed and breakfast establishments must meet the required number of off-street
parking spaces as specified in section 44-17 off-street parking.
(3) CNG (compressed natural gas) or LPG (liquid petroleum gas) dispensing facilities
a. Tanks shall not exceed a water capacity of 1,500 gallons for those dispensing
facilities whose primary purpose is to produce power and light for nonvehicle
uses, such as at 3M, NSP's facility on Century Avenue, or for temporary use on
construction sites.
b. Facilities shall meet licensing requirements in chapter 14, article X.
(4) Currency exchange
a. Must be located at least 500 feet from a residential lot line and at least 500 feet
of any school or religious institution.
b. Must have city licensing as regulated in chapter 14, article XII.
(5) Dwelling, double (duplex)
a. In the R-3 Residence District:
i. In any of the R-3 subdistricts, double dwellings (duplexes) are only
allowed as part of a townhouse development.
b. In the M-U District:
i. Any pre-existing conforming or nonconforming double-dwelling (duplex)
residential use or structure which became nonconforming by adoption of
the mixed-use zoning district may be expanded or intensified so long as
such expansion or intensification would be permitted under the R-1
single-dwelling residential district or the R-2 double-dwelling residential
district and/or MU mixed-use district.
(6) Dwelling, single-unit
a. For the purpose of use specific standards, the following definitions shall apply:
i. One-story dwelling means a dwelling having a single floor level, usually at
grade level.
ii. One and one-half-story dwelling means a dwelling having two floor levels,
one at grade and one above grade, which does not have full ceiling height
for the entire above grade level.
iii. Bilevel dwelling means a dwelling having two floor levels, usually one four
feet below grade, one four feet above grade, both with full ceiling height.
It may be on a sloping lot with the lower level partially exposed.
iv. Trilevel dwelling means a dwelling having three floor levels, usually one
four feet below grade, one at grade, and one four feet above grade, all
with full ceiling height.
v. Two-story dwelling means a dwelling having two floor levels, one at grade
and one above grade, both with full ceiling height.
b. In the R-1 District:
i. One single-unit dwelling and its accessory buildings and uses on each lot.
Property owners may construct a second single-family dwelling on their
lot, if they meet the following conditions:
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1. The property owner shall sign a statement prepared by the city. This
statement shall include an agreement to remove the existing house,
including the basement and footings, and clean up the site within 90
days of completion or occupancy of the new house. If adverse
weather conditions occur which cause a delay in the demolition or
removal, the director of community development may grant a one-time
extension for the required removal, site cleanup and restoration of up
to 60 days. The city council may approve one additional time
extension.
2. The property owner giving the city an irrevocable letter of credit or
cash escrow equal to 1½ times the estimated cost of the removal or
demolition of the existing house. This surety is to ensure the removal
of the existing house and cleanup of the site.
3. The property owner signing a right-of-entry agreement allowing city-
designated workers or contractors on the property to remove the older
house or clean up the property.
4. Compliance with section 44-18, concerning access.
5. The property owner shall site the new house so there is adequate
emergency vehicle access to both houses. This shall be subject to the
approval of the police chief.
6. The property owner must occupy the existing (old) house.
c. In the BC District:
i. A single unit dwelling is permitted with a business unit. The single-
dwelling unit and the principal business use must be in the same
structure.
d. In the M-U District:
i. Any pre-existing conforming or nonconforming single-unit dwelling which
became nonconforming by adoption of the mixed-use zoning district may
be expanded or intensified so long as such expansion, or intensification
would be permitted under the R-1 single-dwelling residential district or the
R-2 double-dwelling residential district and/or MU mixed-use district.
(7) Live-work units
a. The workspace component must be located on the first floor or basement of the
building, with an entrance facing the primary abutting road.
b. The dwelling unit component must be located above or behind the workspace
and maintain a separate entrance accessible from the primary abutting road.
c. The office or business component of the workspace shall not exceed 30 percent
of the total gross floor area of the principal dwelling unit and shall meet all
building code requirements.
d. A total of two off-street parking spaces shall be provided on site for a live-work
unit, located to the rear of the unit, or underground/enclosed (including attached
or detached garage parking spaces.)
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e. No more than one passenger or light commercial vehicle (i.e., delivery truck)
associated with the office or business component of the workspace may be
stored on site. Heavy commercial vehicles are prohibited.
f. The size and nature of the workspace shall be limited so that the building type
may be governed by residential building codes. An increase in size or intensity
beyond the specified limit would require the building to be classified as a mixed-
use building and will require different construction standards.
g. The workspace component of the building may include the following uses:
offices, small service establishments, home crafts which are typically considered
accessory to a dwelling unit or limited retail associated with fine arts or crafts.
The workspace component shall be limited to those uses otherwise permitted in
the district that do not require a separation from residentially zoned or occupied
property. The workspace component may not include a wholesale business,
manufacturing business, motor vehicle service or repair for any vehicles other
than those registered to residents of the property and a commercial food service
requiring a license, except for a catering business which meets all conditional
use permit requirements as specified in article V. (conditional use permits.)
h. Signage for a live-work unit is restricted to one 15-square-foot wall sign and shall
not be internally illuminated.
i. Live-work units do not require a home occupation license as specified in section
14-56 home occupations.
(8) Livestock raising and handling
a. The workspace component must be located on the first floor or basement of the
building, with an entrance facing the primary abutting road.
b. The dwelling unit component must be located above or behind the workspace
and maintain a separate entrance accessible from the primary abutting road.
c. The office or business component of the workspace shall not exceed 30 percent
of the total gross floor area of the principal dwelling unit and shall meet all
building code requirements.
d. A total of two off-street parking spaces shall be provided on site for a live-work
unit, located to the rear of the unit, or underground/enclosed (including attached
or detached garage parking spaces.)
e. No more than one passenger or light commercial vehicle (i.e., delivery truck)
associated with the office or business component of the workspace may be
stored on site. Heavy commercial vehicles are prohibited.
f. The size and nature of the workspace shall be limited so that the building type
may be governed by residential building codes. An increase in size or intensity
beyond the specified limit would require the building to be classified as a mixed-
use building and will require different construction standards.
g. The workspace component of the building may include the following uses:
offices, small service establishments, home crafts which are typically considered
accessory to a dwelling unit or limited retail associated with fine arts or crafts.
The workspace component shall be limited to those uses otherwise permitted in
the district that do not require a separation from residentially zoned or occupied
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property. The workspace component may not include a wholesale business,
manufacturing business, motor vehicle service or repair for any vehicles other
than those registered to residents of the property and a commercial food service
requiring a license, except for a catering business which meets all conditional
use permit requirements as specified in article V. (conditional use permits.)
h. Signage for a live-work unit is restricted to one 15-square-foot wall sign and shall
not be internally illuminated.
(9) Manufactured home
a. All new installations of manufactured homes shall be tied to ground anchoring
systems. Such installations shall be in compliance with the current state rules
and regulations concerning such installations.
b. Manufactured homes must meet the most recent HUD certification requirements.
Manufactured homes that have been previously lived in require a moving permit
under chapter 12, article III.
(10) Manufacturing, light
a. A conditional use permit is needed if such use has more than 5,000 square feet
of gross floor area, in which case total floor area shall not exceed 10,000 square
feet.
(11) Mining
a. Mining shall not be located within 350 feet of any property that the city is planning
for residential use.
(12) Minor motor vehicle stations
a. Minor motor vehicle stations with canopies are allowed to place signage on the
canopy and the building; the area of the sign will contribute to the overall area
allowance for wall and projecting signs described in part a. above, as long as
they do not exceed the requirements above.
(13) Motor vehicle accessory installation
a. No petroleum products are allowed to be added to, applied to, or removed from
the vehicle.
b. There shall be no maintenance, servicing or repair of vehicles or parts of
vehicles, including car washing.
c. There shall be no vehicle hoist or lift.
d. There shall be no noxious materials used.
(14) Motor vehicle maintenance garage
a. The setback of any overhead canopy shall be at least 15 feet from the street
right-of-way line and five feet from a nonresidential property line.
b. The setbacks to a residential lot line in section 44-20(c)(6) shall include motor
vehicle washes, fuel dispensers or canopies.
c. All parts of major motor fuel stations, motor vehicle washes or maintenance
garages shall be at least 350 feet from any property the city is planning for
residential use.
d. No unlicensed or inoperable vehicles shall be stored on the premises for more
than 48 hours, except in storage areas that are fully screened from public view.
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e. All trash, waste materials and obsolete parts shall be stored within an enclosed
trash container.
f. All repair, assembly, disassembly and maintenance shall occur within an
enclosed building, except minor maintenance. Minor maintenance shall include
work such as tire replacement or inflation, adding oil or wiper fluid replacement.
g. The city must approve the location and type of outdoor storage in the conditional
use permit.
h. Noise from operations, including external speakers, shall not exceed the noise
standards of the state pollution control agency.
i. No motor fuel station or maintenance garage within 350 feet of a residential lot
line shall be open to the public between the hours of 11:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.
The city council may allow or require different hours of operation as part of the
approval process of a conditional use permit for maintenance garages and motor
fuel stations.
j. Fuel station dispenser islands, parking areas, and drives shall be screened from
residential lot lines in conformance with section 44-19(c) and (d).
k. Parking shall be limited to paved areas.
l. All new or replacement underground fuel storage tanks shall meet the standards
of state statutes and the standards of the state pollution control agency. Such
tanks shall also have a UL listing appropriate for their use. In addition, installation
plans shall be submitted to the state fire marshal's office for approval.
m. There shall be leak detection equipment on all new and existing tanks according
to U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) schedule deadlines. Leak
detection facilities shall include electronic (in tank) monitoring equipment as well
as manual daily measurement and recording of tank levels. Records of daily tank
levels, fuel purchases and fuel sales shall always be available on site for
inspection by the fire marshal.
n. Vents from an underground fuel storage tank shall be 200 feet from a residential
lot line. The city council may approve a lesser setback if the developer can prove
that the topography or existing or proposed buildings will prevent fumes from
reaching a residential lot line.
(15) Motor vehicle major motor fuel station
a. All stations shall meet the standards set forth for motor vehicle maintenance
garage above.
b. Gas station canopies. Gas stations are allowed one additional wall sign that may
be attached to the façade of the building or the overhanging canopy above the
pump island. The wall sign on the canopy shall not exceed 50 percent of the face
of the canopy, or the maximum size specified above, whichever is less.
(16) Motor vehicle minor motor fuel station
a. In the BC, BC(M), M-1, and M-2 Districts:
i. Any motor vehicle minor fuel station shall meet the standards set forth for
motor vehicle maintenance garage above.
b. In the M-U and N-E Districts:
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i. All parts of the minor motor fuel station shall be at least 100 feet from any
residential use within the mixed-use zoning district, including mixed-use
buildings that comprise at least 50 percent residential uses.
ii. All parts of the minor motor fuel station shall be at least 350 feet from any
single, double or multi-family residentially zoned land.
iii. All new or replacement underground fuel storage tanks shall meet the
standards of state statutes and the standards of the state pollution control
agency. Such tanks shall also have a UL listing appropriate for their use.
In addition, installation plans shall be submitted to the state fire marshal's
office for approval.
iv. There shall be leak detection equipment on all new and existing tanks
according to the Federal Environmental Protection Agency schedule
deadlines. Leak detection facilities shall include electronic (in tank)
monitoring equipment and manual measurement and recording
equipment of tank levels for daily records. Records of daily tank levels,
fuel purchases and fuel sales shall always be available on site for
inspection by the fire marshal.
(17) Motor vehicle wash
a. All motor vehicle washes shall meet the standards set forth for motor vehicle
maintenance garage above and the following additional standards:
i. Water from a motor vehicle wash shall not drain onto a public street or
access. A drainage system shall be installed, subject to the approval of
the city engineer.
ii. There shall be stacking space for at least four vehicles.
(18) On-sale liquor
a. Must be located at least 350 feet from any property that the city is planning for
residential use.
b. All business, storage, or display, except signs and parking, shall be in a closed
building.
(19) Pawnbroker
a. Must be located at least 500 feet from a residential lot line and at least 500 feet
of any school or church.
b. Must have city licensing as regulated in chapter 14, article XII.
(20) Publishing and printing establishments
a. Shall only be allowed within an entirely commercial structure, meaning a
structure that does not have any residential uses.
(21) Recycling facility
a. Shall not be located within 350 feet of any property that the city is planning for
residential use.
b. All activities shall be located within an enclosed building.
(22) Repair shop
a. All business, storage, or display, except signs and parking, shall be in a closed
building.
(23) Retail firearms sales
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a. Must be located within a business, store or shop which is at least 350 feet from
any property the city is planning for residential use.
b. Must obtain and meet all applicable state and federal licenses.
(24) Sale or leasing of new or used motor vehicles
a. Shall not be located within 350 feet of any property that the city is planning for
residential use.
b. Auto dealerships. Auto dealerships may have one freestanding sign, plus one
freestanding sign for each car franchise. The maximum sign area and height for
the freestanding signs shall be determined by the classification of the abutting
roads, as specified above. More than one freestanding sign may be allowed per
street frontage provided said signs are separated by more than 150 feet
measured in a straight line between the signs.
Secs. 44-322. Accessory Uses
(1) Accessory buildings.
a. In the RE, R-1, R-1S, and R-2 Districts:
i. The areas of accessory buildings shall be limited to the areas in the
following table:
Table 44-352-1: Accessory Building Size Maximum
ii. A private garage shall not exceed 16 feet as measured from grade.
iii. The city council may approve an increase in height or area by conditional
use permit.
b. Within the R-1(R) District:
i. The following size standards shall apply to accessory buildings and
garages:
Table 44-352-2 Accessory Building Size Maximum for R-1 (R)
Detached Buildings
(Max Area, Square
Feet)
Attached Garages
(Max Area, Square Feet)
Combination of detached
buildings and attached Garage
(Max Area)
Tier I 1,400 (garages),
1,100 (other) 1,400 2,800
Tier II 1,250 SF Total 1,250 1,850
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ii. A private garage shall not exceed 16 feet as measured from grade.
iii. The city council may approve an increase in height or area by conditional
use permit.
(2) Accessory dwelling unit (ADU)
a. Only one (1) ADU may be created per single-family property.
b. The property owner shall comply with the Residential Rental Code.
c. An ADU shall be between 250 and 900 square feet in size.
d. Off-street parking spaces must be available for use by the owner-occupant(s)
and tenant(s) with at least two (2) spaces available for the principal residence
and one (1) space available for the accessory dwelling unit.
e. A deed restriction shall be created and recorded with Ramsey County restricting
the independent sale of an ADU and requiring adherence to size limitations and
other requirements found in this Chapter.
f. An ADU in a detached accessory structure must also meet the following
requirements:
i. The square footage of the detached ADU shall be counted toward to the
total allowable accessory structure area on a lot as listed in the individual
zoning district.
ii. The accessory structure containing the ADU shall follow the setback
standards for a principal structure. An existing accessory structure may
not be converted into an accessory dwelling unit if required setbacks are
not met.
iii. The accessory structure containing the ADU shall be located at least five
(5) feet from any other structure.
iv. Water and sewer connection shall meet building code requirements.
v. The accessory structure containing the ADU must meet zoning district
height restrictions for an accessory structure.
(3) Citizen band radio towers, amateur radio towers, television antennas, and flagpoles
a. In the RE, R-1(R), R-1, R-1S, R-2, and R-3 Districts:
i. Use only allowed for residential (non-commercial) purposes.
ii. A five foot setback shall be maintained from all property lines.
(4) Day care, family
a. In the R-3 District:
i. Only permitted in double (duplex) dwellings.
(5) Direct to consumer sales
a. Shall meet the licensing and permitting requirements of chapter 14, article VI;
chapter 20, article IV; and chapter 28, article II.
(6) Drive-up food or beverage window, drive-through sales and service
a. Any message board may not exceed 64 square feet and six feet in height. A
message board shall not be located as to impair the vision of the driver of a
vehicle traveling into, out of, or through the drive-through isle.
(7) Landscape business (or any other similar use that is determined to be the same general
character as a landscape business)
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a. Allowed as an accessory use to residential property if on a parcel of land which is
four acres or larger.
b. Where there is a question concerning the appropriateness of a similar use as a
conditional use within the farm residence district, the planning commission shall
review the question and forward a recommendation to the city council for final
determination.
c. There shall be no exterior storage of commercial vehicles, equipment, or material
associated with the business. Storage of these items must be in an approved
accessory structure that meets the following findings:
i. The accessory structure must meet the size and height requirements as
specified for accessory structures.
ii. When adjacent a residential lot, the accessory structure must comply with
the setback requirements specified in section 44-20(c)(6)b, which pertains
to additional design standards. When adjacent to a commercial lot, the
accessory structure must comply with the identified setbacks in the
residential district.
iii. When adjacent a residential lot, the accessory structure and other areas
of the lot where deemed necessary shall comply with section 44-19(a),
(b), (c), and (d), which pertain to landscaping and screening.
d. No more than one nonresident employee shall be allowed to work on the
premises.
e. The hours of operation are limited to 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday through
Saturday.
(8) Sacred community
a. The sacred community, and any micro-units constructed within it, shall meet the
requirements of Minn. Stats. § 327.30, as may be amended. This shall include
the requirement that any sacred community not located on the grounds of a
religious institution’s primary worship location, shall be located on a contiguous
parcel to that primary worship location.
b. On an annual basis, a certification must be provided which demonstrates that the
sacred community meets the requirements of Minn. Stats. § 327.30, including
that the residents meet the eligibility requirements.
(9) Storage or parking of heavy commercial vehicles or commercial equipment or more than
one light commercial vehicle
a. In the RE, R-1(R), R-1, R-1S, and R-2 Districts:
i. The storage or parking is subject to the approval of the city council and
subject to the following standards:
1. The owner or operator of the vehicle or commercial equipment must
reside on the property.
2. The vehicle or commercial equipment shall be parked in an enclosed
structure or on a hard-surface driveway that meets the applicable
zoning district requirements.
3. Noise from idling the engine shall not exceed the L50 standards
provided for in state statutes. The owner or operator shall not let the
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vehicle's engine idle for more than 30 minutes in any one-hour period.
In no exception may the owner or operator run or let the engine idle
for more than two periods, lasting 30 minutes each, in one 24-hour
period.
ii. The following are exceptions to subsection (1)a of this section:
1. Those commercial vehicles or commercial equipment used for
authorized on-site construction, repair or service at the residence.
2. Any motor truck, pickup truck, or other commercial vehicle being used
by a public utility, moving company, or similar company, which is
being used to service a residence not belonging to or occupied by the
operator of the vehicle.
3. Any vehicle that is making a pickup or delivery at the location where
the driver or operator has parked it. Parking shall not be for the time
beyond that the driver or operator needs to make such a pickup or
delivery and shall only be for the time necessary to complete the
pickup or the delivery.
4. Lawful nonconforming and permitted uses.
(10) Supportive commercial uses
a. In the CO District:
i. Supportive commercial uses shall not exceed 25 percent of the total net
floor area of the building.
Secs. 44-323-44-731 Reserved.
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Principal Use Table
P=Permitted PS=Permitted with Standards CUP=Conditional Use Permit Blank=Prohibited
Use Type OSP F R‐ER‐1R R‐1S R‐1R‐2R‐3A R‐3B R‐3C R‐3
Residential
Household Living
Dwelling, single‐unit PPPPPP See Division 19 of
Chapter 44
Dwelling, double (duplex)PPPPPSee Division 19 of
Chapter 44
Dwelling, townhouse P
Dwelling, apartment PPPP
Live‐work unit See Division 19 of
Chapter 44
Dwelling, apartment mixed use
Manufactured home PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS
See Division 19 of
Chapter 44
Manufactured home park CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP
Group Living
Assisted living facility CUP CUP CUP CUP
Continuing care facility CUP CUP CUP CUP
Long‐term or transitional care facility CUP CUP CUP CUP
Residential care, licensed in‐home (6 or fewer) PPPPPPPPPP
Residential care, licensed in‐home (7 or more)CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP
Lodging
Bed and breakfast See Division 19 of
Chapter 44
Boardinghouse, roominghouse, or
lodginghouse CUP CUP CUP CUP
Hotel or motel
Short‐term vacation rental P PPPPPPPPPP
Public, Social & Institutional
Adult day or child care center
Club, lodge or hall
Cemetery, creamatory, or mausoleum CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP
Clinic, medical, dental, or health related
Funeral home or mortuary
Religious institution CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP
Private school, day care center or community
service use CUPCUPCUPCUPCUPCUPCUPCUPCUPCUPCUP
Public and quasipublic uses appropriate to the
district, such as hospitals; and professional,
business and technical schools.
CUPCUPCUPCUPCUPCUPCUPCUPCUPCUPCUP
School CUPCUPCUPCUPCUPCUPCUPCUPCUPCUPCUP
Commercial
Food, Beverage, & Indoor Entertainment
Adult uses and sexually oriented businesses
Health/sports club
Indoor organized athletic activities, such as
dance, physical fitness or karate
Indoor theater
Agriculture Residential Use Specific
Standard
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Principal Use Table
P=Permitted PS=Permitted with Standards CUP=Conditional Use Permit Blank=Prohibited
Use Type OSP F R‐ER‐1R R‐1S R‐1R‐2R‐3A R‐3B R‐3C R‐3
Agriculture Residential Use Specific
Standard
On‐sale liquor
Place of amusement, recreation or assembly,
other than an indoor theater, indoor athletic
activity or itinerant carnival
Restaurant
Specialty food or coffee shop
Retail Sales and Services
Animal boarding, shelter, or daycare center
Animal veterinary clinic See Division 19 of
Chapter 44
Currency exchange business See Division 19 of
Chapter 44
Financial institution
Motor vehicle accessory installation center
Motor vehicle maintenance garage See Division 19 of
Chapter 44
Motor vehicle major motor fuel station See Division 19 of
Chapter 44
Motor vehicle minor motor fuel station See Division 19 of
Chapter 44
Motor vehicle wash See Division 19 of
Chapter 44
Personal service
Pawnbroker See Division 19 of
Chapter 44
Repair shop, except motor fuel stations or
maintenance garages
See Division 19 of
Chapter 44
Small appliance and electronic component or
equipment repair
Retail
Retail firearms sales See Division 19 of
Chapter 44
Retail or commercial rental activities
Sale or leasing of new or used motor vehicles See Division 19 of
Chapter 44
Storage or rental of motor vehicles
Studio or makerspace
Business & Technical Services
Medical and dental laboratories, not including
the manufacture of pharmaceutical or other
products for general sales and distribution.
Office
Publishing or printing establishment
Industrial
Brewery, winery, distillery
Carpet and rug cleaning
CNG (compressed natural gas) or LPG (liquid
petroleum gas) dispensing facilities
Contractor shop and yard
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Principal Use Table
P=Permitted PS=Permitted with Standards CUP=Conditional Use Permit Blank=Prohibited
Use Type OSP F R‐ER‐1R R‐1S R‐1R‐2R‐3A R‐3B R‐3C R‐3
Agriculture Residential Use Specific
Standard
Incinerator
Laboratory, research, experimental, or testing
Manufacturing, light See Division 19 of
Chapter 44
Manufacturing, heavy
Mining See Division 19 of
Chapter 44
Processing and distributing station for
beverages
Processing of rags or junk when enclosed
within a building
Recycling facility See Division 19 of
Chapter 44
Scrap, salvage, or junk yard
Storage and sale of machinery and equipment
Storage facility, personal
Storage yard
Wood pulp and fiber reduction and processing
Trucking yard or terminal
Warehouse & distribution facility
Wholesale business establishments
Agriculture, Recreation & Open Space
Commercial farming or gardening P CUP
Commercial greenhouses or nurseries P
Community and market garden, more than 1
acre in size CUPCUPCUPCUPCUPCUPCUPCUPCUPCUPCUP
See Division 9 of
Article V of Chapter
18
Community and market garden, under 1 acre in
size PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS
See Division 9 of
Article V of Chapter
18
Golf courses CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP
Livestock raising and handling CUP
Public open space and park lands P
Public parks and playgrounds PPPPPPPPPPP
Utilities & Transportation
Antennas and towers CUPCUPCUPCUPCUPCUPCUPCUPCUPCUPCUPSee Article XI of
Chapter 44
Heliport
Public and private utilities (see CUP section) CUPCUPCUPCUPCUPCUPCUPCUPCUPCUPCUP
Off‐steet parking CUPCUPCUPCUPCUPCUPCUPCUPCUPCUPCUP
Parking lot
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Principal Use Table
P=Permitted PS=Permitted with Standards CUP=Conditional Use Permit Blank=Prohibited
Use Type MU NE NC CO BC LBC BC (M) SC M‐1M‐2
Residential
Household Living
Dwelling, single‐unit PS PS PS PS
See Division 19 of
Chapter 44
Dwelling, double (duplex) PS CUP CUP CUP
See Division 19 of
Chapter 44
Dwelling, townhouse P
Dwelling, apartment P P CUP CUP
Live‐work unit CUP P P P P
See Division 19 of
Chapter 44
Dwelling, apartment mixed use P P
Manufactured home CUP PS
See Division 19 of
Chapter 44
Manufactured home park CUP CUP CUP
Group Living
Assisted living facility CUP P
Continuing care facility CUP P
Long‐term or transitional care facility P
Residential care, licensed in‐home (6 or fewer)P P PPPPPPPP
Residential care, licensed in‐home (7 or more) CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP
Lodging
Bed and breakfast PS/CUP See Division 19 of
Chapter 44
Boardinghouse, roominghouse, or
lodginghouse
Hotel or motel P PPPP
Short‐term vacation rental P P PPPPPP
Public, Social & Institutional
Adult day or child care center P P P pPPPPP
Club, lodge or hall P P CUP CUP P CUP P P
Cemetery, creamatory, or mausoleum CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP
Clinic, medical, dental, or health related P P PPPPP PP
Funeral home or mortuary P P P P
Religious institution CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP
Private school, day care center or community
service use CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP
Public and quasipublic uses appropriate to the
district, such as hospitals; and professional,
business and technical schools.
CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP
School CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP P CUP
Commercial
Food, Beverage, & Indoor Entertainment
Adult uses and sexually oriented businesses P P
Health/sports club P P
Indoor organized athletic activities, such as
dance, physical fitness or karate P P P PPPP
IndustrialCommercialMixed Use Use Specific
Standard
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Principal Use Table
P=Permitted PS=Permitted with Standards CUP=Conditional Use Permit Blank=Prohibited
Use Type MU NE NC CO BC LBC BC (M) SC M‐1M‐2
IndustrialCommercialMixed Use Use Specific
Standard
Indoor theater P P P PPPP
On‐sale liquor P P P CUP P P
Place of amusement, recreation or assembly,
other than an indoor theater, indoor athletic
activity or itinerant carnival
P CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP
Restaurant P P CUP CUP P CUP P P
Specialty food or coffee shop P P P P PPPP
Retail Sales and Services
Animal boarding, shelter, or daycare centerCUPCUP P PPPP
Animal veterinary clinic PS PS PS P P P P
See Division 19 of
Chapter 44
Currency exchange business CUP CUP CUP
See Division 19 of
Chapter 44
Financial institution P P P P P P P
Motor vehicle accessory installation center P PPPP
Motor vehicle maintenance garage CUP CUP CUP
See Division 19 of
Chapter 44
Motor vehicle major motor fuel station CUP CUP CUP
See Division 19 of
Chapter 44
Motor vehicle minor motor fuel station CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP
See Division 19 of
Chapter 44
Motor vehicle wash CUP CUP CUP
See Division 19 of
Chapter 44
Personal service PP PPPP
Pawnbroker CUP CUP CUP
See Division 19 of
Chapter 44
Repair shop, except motor fuel stations or
maintenance garages PS PS PPPP
See Division 19 of
Chapter 44
Small appliance and electronic component or
equipment repair PP
Retail P P P PPPP
Retail firearms sales CUP CUP CUP
See Division 19 of
Chapter 44
Retail or commercial rental activities P P P
Sale or leasing of new or used motor vehicles PS PS PS
See Division 19 of
Chapter 44
Storage or rental of motor vehicles CUP CUP CUP
Studio or makerspace CUP P P P PPPP
Business & Technical Services
Medical and dental laboratories, not including
the manufacture of pharmaceutical or other
products for general sales and distribution.
CUP
Office P P PPPP PP
Publishing or printing establishment PS P P PPPP
Industrial
Brewery, winery, distillery CUP CUP P P P P
Carpet and rug cleaning PP
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Principal Use Table
P=Permitted PS=Permitted with Standards CUP=Conditional Use Permit Blank=Prohibited
Use Type MU NE NC CO BC LBC BC (M) SC M‐1M‐2
IndustrialCommercialMixed Use Use Specific
Standard
CNG (compressed natural gas) or LPG (liquid
petroleum gas) dispensing facilities PS P P
Contractor shop and yard PP
Incinerator CUP
Laboratory, research, experimental, or testing PP
Manufacturing, light CUP PPSee Division 19 of
Chapter 44
Manufacturing, heavy CUP
Mining CUP CUP CUP
See Division 19 of
Chapter 44
Processing and distributing station for
beverages CUP P P
Processing of rags or junk when enclosed
within a building CUP
Recycling facility CUP CUP CUP
See Division 19 of
Chapter 44
Scrap, salvage, or junk yard CUP CUP
Storage and sale of machinery and equipment PP
Storage facility, personal CUP CUP CUP
Storage yard CUP CUP CUP
Wood pulp and fiber reduction and processing CUP
Trucking yard or terminal CUP CUP
Warehouse & distribution facility PP
Wholesale business establishments PP
Agriculture, Recreation & Open Space
Commercial farming or gardening
Commercial greenhouses or nurseries
Community and market garden, more than 1
acre in size CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP
See Division 9 of
Article V of Chapter
18
Community and market garden, under 1 acre
in size PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS
See Division 9 of
Article V of Chapter
18
Golf courses
Livestock raising and handling
Public open space and park lands
Public parks and playgrounds P CUP
Utilities & Transportation
Antennas and towers CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP
See Article XI of
Chapter 44
Heliport CUP
Public and private utilities (see CUP section) CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP
Off‐steet parking CUP CUP
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Principal Use Table
P=Permitted PS=Permitted with Standards CUP=Conditional Use Permit Blank=Prohibited
Use Type MU NE NC CO BC LBC BC (M) SC M‐1M‐2
IndustrialCommercialMixed Use Use Specific
Standard
Parking lot PPP
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Accessory Use Table
P=Permitted PS=Permitted with Standards CUP=Conditional Use Permit Blank=Prohibited
Use Type OSP F R‐ER‐1R R‐1S R‐1R‐2R‐3A R‐3B R‐3C R‐3
Accessory building PPPPPPPPPP
See Division 19 of
Chapter 44
Accessory dwelling unit (ADU)PPPPP See Division 19 of
Chapter 44
Adult use See Article III of
Chapter 14
Antennas and towers CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP
See Article XI of
Chapter 44
Beekeeping PSPSPSPSPSPSPSPSPSPSPSSee Article XI of
Chapter 10
Cemetery, crematory, or mausoleum CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP
Community or market garden, more than 1
acre in size CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP
See Division 9 of
Article V of Chapter
18
Community or market garden, under 1 acre in
size PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS
See Division 9 of
Article V of Chapter
18
Day care, family PPPPPPPSPSPSPSSee Division 19 of
Chapter 44
Direct to consumer sales, less than 4 (four)
months)
See Division 19 of
Chapter 44
Direct to consumer sales, more than 4 (four)
months)
See Division 19 of
Chapter 44
Drive‐up food or beverage window, drive‐
through sales and service
Exterior storage, display, sale or distribution of
goods or materials
Helistop CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP
Home garden PPPPPPPPPP
Home occupation PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS
See Division 2 of
Chapter 14
Itinerant carnivals
See Chapter 8 of
Article IV of Chapter
18
Landscape business CUP See Division 19 of
Chapter 44
Metal storage buildings PS CUP See Section 12‐5
Public passenger transportation terminal (bus
stop, transit station)
Sacred community PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS
See Division 19 of
Chapter 44
Signs PSPSPSPSPSPSPSPSPSPSPSSee Article III of
Chapter 44
Solar Energy Systems PSPSPSPSPSPSPSPSPSPSPS
See Division 5 of
Article V of Chapter
18
Stands for the sale of agricultural products
produced on the premises PCUP
Storage or parking of heavy commercial
vehicles or commercial equipment or more
than one light commercial vehicle
CUP
Supportive commercial uses PS PS PS PS
See Division 19 of
Chapter 44
Wind Energy Conversion System, Large CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP
See Division 5 of
Article V of Chapter
18
Wind Energy Conversion System, Small
(ground mounted)PS PS PS PS PS
See Division 5 of
Article V of Chapter
18
Wind Energy Conversion System, Small (roof
mounted)PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS
See Division 5 of
Article V of Chapter
18
Agriculture Residential Use Specific
Standards
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Accessory Use Table
P=Permitted PS=Permitted with Standards CUP=Conditional Use Permit Blank=Prohibited
Use Type MU NE NC CO BC LBC BC (M) SC M‐1M‐2
Accessory building CUP P CUP CUP
See Division 19 of
Chapter 44
Accessory dwelling unit (ADU)P See Division 19 of
Chapter 44
Adult use PS PS PS PS
See Article III of
Chapter 14
Antennas and towers CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP
See Article XI of
Chapter 44
Beekeeping PS PS PSPSPSPSPSPSPSPS
See Article XI of
Chapter 10
Cemetery, crematory, or mausoleum CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP
Community or market garden, more than 1
acre in size CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP
See Division 9 of
Article V of Chapter
18
Community or market garden, under 1 acre in
size PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS
See Division 9 of
Article V of Chapter
18
Day care, family P P See Division 19 of
Chapter 44
Direct to consumer sales, less than 4 (four)
months)PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS
See Division 19 of
Chapter 44
Direct to consumer sales, more than 4 (four)
months)PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS
See Division 19 of
Chapter 44
Drive‐up food or beverage window, drive‐
through sales and service CUP P CUP CUP P CUP P P
Exterior storage, display, sale or distribution
of goods or materials PCUP
Helistop CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP
Home garden CUP
Home occupation CUP CUP See Division 2 of
Chapter 14
Itinerant carnivals PS PS PS PS PS
See Chapter 8 of
Article IV of Chapter
18
Landscape business See Division 19 of
Chapter 44
Metal storage buildings CUP PS PS See Section 12‐5
Public passenger transportation terminal (bus
stop, transit station)PCUP
Sacred community PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS
See Division 19 of
Chapter 44
Signs PS PS PSPSPSPSPSPSPSPS
See Article III of
Chapter 44
Solar Energy Systems PS PS PSPSPSPSPSPSPSPS
See Division 5 of
Article V of Chapter
18
Stands for the sale of agricultural products
produced on the premises
Storage or parking of heavy commercial
vehicles or commercial equipment or more
than one light commercial vehicle
Supportive commercial uses PS PS See Division 19 of
Chapter 44
Wind Energy Conversion System, Large CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP
See Division 5 of
Article V of Chapter
18
Wind Energy Conversion System, Small
(ground mounted)PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS
See Division 5 of
Article V of Chapter
18
Wind Energy Conversion System, Small (roof
mounted)PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS PS
See Division 5 of
Article V of Chapter
18
IndustrialCommercialMixed Use Use Specific
Standards
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Section I. Chapter 44, Article II. Sign and Mural Regulations is hereby repealed in its
entirety and replaced with the following:
ARTICLE II. SIGN AND MURAL REGULATIONS
Secs. 44-731. Purpose and intent.
(1) The purpose of this article is to establish a comprehensive and impartial system of sign
regulations that balances the needs for effective visual communication including
business identification and the needs for a safe, well-maintained, and attractive
community. It is intended through the provisions contained herein to:
a. Promote signs which by their design and dimensions are integrated and
harmonized with the surrounding environment and the buildings and sites they
occupy.
b. Protect the public from damage or injury caused by signs that are poorly
designed or maintained and from signs that cause distractions or hazards to
motorists and pedestrians using the public streets, sidewalks, and public right-of-
way.
c. Avoid excessive signage in order to give each business or use optimum visibility
to passer-by traffic and prevent cluttering of the streetscape.
Secs. 44-732. Definitions. (see illustrations of sign types at the end of the draft regulations)
The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this article, shall have the meanings
ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:
Abandoned sign means 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. Signs applicable to a business
temporarily suspended because of a change in ownership or management of such business
shall not be deemed abandoned unless the property remains vacant for a period of at least six
months.
Administrator means the director of community development or other person charged
with the administration and enforcement of this article.
Alteration, major means any major alteration to a sign, but shall not include routine
maintenance, painting, or change of the sign face of an existing sign.
Alteration, minor means a change of sign copy, sign face, sign color, or modifications or
repairs to an existing sign that are cosmetic in nature or include a replacement of parts.
Expansion of an existing sign does not constitute a minor alteration.
Awning means a covering attached on the façade of a building which projects typically
over a door, window, or sidewalk.
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Awning/canopy sign means a sign affixed flat to the surface of an awning or canopy
which does not extend vertically or horizontally beyond the limits of such awning or canopy.
Banner sign means a temporary sign that is constructed of cloth, flexible plastic, or fabric
of any kind which can be easily folded or rolled. This term does not include flags.
Billboard means a freestanding, off-site sign located adjacent to a principal arterial
street.
Building sign means any sign affixed to a building or an appurtenance of a building
including wall signs, projecting signs, window signs, and awning/canopy signs.
Changeable copy message board means a sign or portion of a sign which is
characterized by interchangeable letters and figures. This definition shall not include dynamic
display signs.
Commercial sign means any sign, display, or device designed, intended or used to
encourage or promote purchase or use of goods or services.
Comprehensive sign or mural plan means a coordinated plan for all signs and/or murals
located on a site or within a single development.
Community design review board means the body established in Section 2 of this
Ordinance as a committee of the City Council which reviews site plans, building design,
landscape plans, and signage.
Dynamic display sign means any sign designed for outdoor use that is capable of
displaying a video signal, including, but not limited to, cathode-ray tubes (CRT), light-emitting
diode (LED) displays, plasma displays, liquid-crystal displays (LCD), or other technologies used
in commercially available televisions or computer monitors.
Flag means any device generally made of flexible materials, such as cloth, and designed
to be attached to a flagpole on one edge only.
Flashing sign means an illuminated sign which contains flashing lights or exhibits with
noticeable changes in light intensity.
Freestanding sign means a sign that is attached to, erected on, or supported by an
architecturally-planned structure (such as a pole, mast, frame, or other structure) that is not
itself an integral part of or attached to a building or other structure whose principal function is
something other than the support of a sign. This definition includes pylon signs and monument
signs.
Graffiti means unauthorized markings of paint, dye, or other similar substance that have
been placed on real or personal property such as buildings, fences, transportation equipment, or
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other structures, or the unauthorized etching or scratching of the surfaces of such real or
personal property, any of which markings, scratching, or etchings are visible from the site open
to the public.
Ground banner sign means a sign constructed of cloth, canvas, or other similar light
material which is affixed to the ground.
Ground grade means the elevation of the ground closest to the sign to which reference
is made.
Illuminated sign means a sign that is illuminated internally by a light source inside the
sign or externally by means of external light fixtures directed at the sign.
Institutional or public uses means uses such as public schools, fire stations, libraries,
water system facilities, religious institutions, cemeteries, private schools, and other city, county,
and state-used and owned properties.
Message display face means the surface of the sign where the signs image or message
is displayed.
Monument sign means a permanent, freestanding sign located directly at ground grade
where the width dimension of the architecturally designed base is 50 percent or more of the
greatest width of the sign face.
Multiple tenant building means a commercial building containing two or more tenants.
Mural means artwork on the exterior of a building, generally for the purpose of
decoration or artistic expression, including, but not limited to, paintings, markings, and etchings.
A mural is not intended or used to encourage or promote purchase or use of goods or services.
Noncommercial sign means a sign which expresses an opinion, point of view, or
statement such as political, religious, or ideological sentiment, or support or opposition to a
candidate or proposition for public election.
Nonconforming sign means a sign lawfully erected and maintained prior to the adoption
of this article that does not conform to the requirements of this article.
Off-site sign means a sign located outside of the parcel lines or boundaries of the
property or development for which the sign is constructed.
On-site sign means a sign located within the parcel lines or boundaries of the property or
development for which the sign is constructed.
Painted wall sign means a sign painted or applied through adhesive tape directly on the
exterior wall of a building or structure.
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Permanent sign means a sign permanently attached to a building, structure, or the
ground which is constructed of durable materials and intended for long-term use.
Projecting sign means a sign, other than a wall sign, which is supported and projects
from more than 18 inches at a right angle from the wall of a building.
Property Identification sign means a sign identifying the street address of a building for
public safety reasons.
Pylon sign means a sign that is mounted on a narrow freestanding pole or other support
structure so that the bottom edge of the sign face is at least six feet above the architecturally
designed base.
Roof line means the uppermost line of the roof of a building or, in the case of an
extended façade, the uppermost height of said façade.
Roof sign means a sign erected upon the roof of a building or extending above the roof
line of the building to which it is attached, and which is wholly or partially supported by said
building.
Sign means a communication device displaying graphics, symbols, or written copy
visible from the public right-of-way and designed to attract the attention of the general public.
This definition does not include murals or architectural lighting, such as neon that has no sign
copy. For the purpose of removal, signs shall also include all sign structures.
Sign face means the surface of the sign including letters and background upon, against,
or through which the message is displayed or illustrated.
Sign structure means the supports, braces, and framework of a sign.
Street means public or private thoroughfare for vehicular traffic which affords primary
means of access to abutting property.
Street frontage means the lot line of a parcel abutting a street.
Street, collector means a street designated in the city’s comprehensive plan which is
designed to serve as a traffic way for a neighborhood or as a feeder to an arterial street.
Street, local means a street designated in the city’s comprehensive plan which serves
short trips at low speeds.
Street, minor arterial means a street designated in the city's comprehensive plan which
connects sub-regions that are the closest routes parallel to the principal arterials and
supplements and provides relief for traffic to the principal arterial.
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Street, principal arterial, means a street designated in the city's comprehensive plan
which is designed to carry the highest volume of traffic, allows the highest speeds, and provides
sub-regional, regional, and inter-community access.
Temporary sign means any sign or advertising display constructed of cloth, canvas, light
fabric, cardboard, wallboard or other materials, with or without frames, intended to be displayed
for a limited period of time only.
Wall sign means a flat sign which does not project more than 18 inches from the face or
wall of the building upon which it is attached, running parallel for its whole length to the face or
wall of the building, and which does not extend beyond the horizontal width of such building.
Wall surface of the building means the total horizontal surface area of the building face
to which the sign is attached, including windows and door areas, measured to the extreme outer
limits of such wall surface.
Window sign means a sign that is attached directly to a window with a type of film that
adheres to the glass without damaging it. A window sign may not be etched, painted, or hung
inside the window. This does not include merchandise on display in a window, seasonal
displays of holiday pictures, lights, or signs which are legally required to be posted.
Secs. 44-733. Sign area and height computation.
(1) The area of a sign is determined by the Administrator using actual dimensions where
practical or approximate dimensions when irregularity of a sign shape warrants.
a. Sign area. Sign area shall be calculated by measuring the entire area within a
continuous perimeter enclosing the extreme limits of the sign message and
background.
i. Where the sign is a separate panel, structure, or other material forming a
single display, the area of the message display face shall constitute the
area of the sign.
ii. Where the sign consists of any combination of individual letters, panels,
numbers, figures, illustrations, or of a line or lines, to form a display or
sign, the area of the sign shall be computed using the outside dimensions
of the various words, figures, and illustrations composing the entire sign.
iii. In the case of a sign designed with more than one exterior surface, the
area shall be computed as including only the maximum single display
surface that is visible from any ground position at one time.
iv. The supports, uprights, bases, or structures on which any sign is
supported shall not count towards the sign area unless the supports,
uprights, bases, or structures are an integral part of the sign display.
b. Sign height. The height of a sign shall be measured by the vertical distance from
the ground grade to the top of a sign and includes its support structures.
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Secs. 44-734. Prohibited signs.
(1) The following signs are prohibited:
a. Signs or sign structures attached or supported on balconies, fences, or other
non-permanent structures.
b. Signs attached or supported on a permanently parked vehicle or semi-trailers.
This shall not include signs painted directly on a parked vehicle or semi-trailer
used in the business or facility or on site.
c. Signs on rocks, trees, or other natural features or public utility poles.
d. Permanent or temporary signs that have blinking, flashing, or fluttering lights, or
that make noise.
e. Signs or sign structures that obstruct any part of a fire escape, doorway,
standpipe, or opening intended to provide ingress or egress for any building
structures.
f. Signs that by reason of location, color, or intensity create a hazard to the safe,
efficient movement of vehicles or pedestrian traffic. No sign on private property
shall contain words which might be construed as traffic controls such as "stop,"
"caution," "warning," etc., unless such sign is intended to direct traffic on the site.
g. Painted wall signs.
h. Roof signs.
i. Off-site signs except for where specifically permitted in this article.
j. Signs having features or incorporating parts of any sign prohibited in this article.
Secs. 44-735. General regulations and standards.
(1) All signs shall be constructed in a manner and of such materials that they shall be safe
and in compliance with the building ordinance. In addition, all signs containing electrical
wiring shall be subject to the provisions of the current state electrical ordinance.
a. Maintenance. All signs, together with all of their supports, braces, and anchors,
shall be kept in repair and in proper state of preservation. The display surfaces of
all signs shall be kept neatly painted or posted at all times. Banners shall be
designed in such a way as to avoid becoming torn or weathered.
b. Every sign and the immediate surrounding site shall be maintained by the owner
or person in charge thereof in a clean, sanitary, and inoffensive condition, and
free and clear of all obnoxious substances, rubbish, and weeds.
c. Attachment to buildings. All signs attached to a building shall not obstruct any fire
escape, exit, standpipe, or any window required for light or ventilation. The signs
shall be placed flat against the building and project no further than 18 inches
from the building except where specifically allowed in this article.
d. Freestanding sign placement.
i. All signs not attached to any building or structure shall maintain at least a
ten-foot setback from any lot line and shall not be placed in a public right-
of-way unless specifically stated otherwise in this article.
ii. No such sign shall project over a property line or a public right-of-way,
except where allowed in this article, and all required clearances from
overhead power and service lines must be maintained.
iii. Signs shall not block or obstruct the view of driveways.
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iv. Signs placed near the corner of two intersecting streets shall comply with
clear sight triangle requirements in Article VII Site Obstructions at
Intersections of Chapter 32 – Streets, Sidewalks and Other Public Places.
e. Illumination. All illuminated signs must be in compliance with the city's outdoor
lighting requirements in section 44-20. In addition, illumination for all signs shall
be constant and steady.
f. Abandoned signs. Abandoned signs shall be removed by the owner of the site by
removing the sign face, painting the sign face a neutral color or installing blank
sign face panels. The inner components of the sign must not be exposed. If the
sign face is not re-used after one year, the remaining sign structure must be
removed unless the Administrator grants an extension subject to the owner
submitting a statement of intent and a reasonable timeline for reuse of the sign
structure.
g. Licensing. All contractors installing permanent signs must first obtain a
contractor's license prior to issuance of a sign permit or installation of a
permanent sign as defined in the city contractor and subcontractor ordinance
(see chapter, article VI, division 2).
Secs. 44-736. Exempt signs.
(1) Any sign listed below shall be exempt from obtaining a sign permit but shall be required
to meet any general standards identified in this chapter.
a. Any public notice or warning sign required to be maintained or posted by law or
governmental order, rule, or regulation.
b. Flags and emblems that are political or ideological.
c. Any sign inside a building that is not attached to an exterior window or not legible
from a distance of more than ten feet from outside the building.
d. Any sign located within a multi-tenant building, such as a mall or an office
building, that is only viewable from inside the building.
e. Traffic control signs as defined by state law.
f. Property identification sign.
g. One wall sign of not more than two square feet for a residence with a permitted
home occupation.
h. Temporary displays of lights and decorations.
i. Signs not exceeding nine square feet, located upon private property, and
directed towards the prevention of trespassing.
Secs. 44-737. Temporary signs.
(1) Unless specifically identified below, all temporary signs do not require a sign permit or a
comprehensive sign plan, and shall not count towards the building or property
permanent sign maximum signage allowed:
a. Temporary Signs Allowed in Any District
i. On-site temporary signs
1. Temporary freestanding sign.
a. One nonilluminated temporary freestanding sign not exceeding
three square feet in area and no more than three feet in height is
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permitted on private property for a period not to exceed 30 days,
four times per year.
b. No part of such sign shall be closer than five feet to the street
pavement or one foot to a sidewalk or trail. Said sign shall not be
located between the street and a sidewalk or trail.
2. Temporary signs and displays under 12 square feet in area.
a. One nonilluminated temporary sign or display under 12 square
feet is allowed per property (except for single and double-dwelling
properties) for a period not to exceed 30 days total per sign, four
times per year.
b. For commercial buildings with multiple occupants, each separate
tenant is permitted one such sign.
c. No more than three temporary signs under 12 square feet shall be
allowed at a property at any one time.
3. Properties with open building permits.
a. A property with an open building permit is permitted to have more
than one temporary construction sign immediately prior to or
during the construction of a development.
b. Each such sign shall not exceed 64 square feet in area and ten
feet in height.
c. The sign shall be removed within 30 days after major construction
has finished.
4. Properties that are for sale or rent.
a. One temporary freestanding sign is permitted for each street upon
which the property has frontage.
i. For single and double-dwelling lots, such sign shall not exceed
nine square feet in area.
ii. For all other types of property, each sign shall not exceed a
ratio of one square foot of sign area for each 1,000 square feet
of lot area. In no case shall the area of any one sign exceed
64 square feet or ten feet in height.
b. All such signs shall be removed within seven calendar days of the
close of the property or when 90 percent or more of the units on
the property have been sold, leased, or rented.
5. Noncommercial signs.
a. Any sign which meets MS § 211B.045.
b. One noncommercial sign which shall not be illuminated, exceed
16 square feet in area, and shall be no more than six feet in
height. For multiple-unit developments, the sign shall be attached
to the dwelling unit or placed in a location that clearly indicates
ownership.
ii. Off-site temporary signs
1. Off-site signs on private property. An off-site sign not exceeding three
square feet in area may be placed on private property. Such signs
require a permit, shall not be located in the public right-of-way, and
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the sign owner/installer must supply written permission to the city from
the property owner on which property the sign is installed. Each
development is limited to one such sign.
2. Off-site signs in the public right of way. An off-site sign not exceeding
three square feet in area and no more than three feet in height may
be placed on the public right-of-way.
a. No part of such sign shall be closer than five feet to the street
pavement or one foot to a sidewalk or trail. Said sign shall not be
placed between the street and a sidewalk or trail.
b. Off-site signs may be placed in the public right-of-way for 30 days
maximum.
3. Signs for nonprofit or civic businesses. Off-site temporary signs for
legally recognized nonprofit businesses (e.g., 501.c3 designations) as
well as civic organizations (i.e. places of worship, parks, nature
centers, historic sites, etc.) are allowed in the public right-of-way.
a. Said sign is limited to four square feet in area with a maximum of
three signs per nonprofit or civic organization.
b. The location of off-site temporary signs must be approved by the
city prior to installation.
b. Temporary Signs on Properties Designated Park in the Maplewood
Comprehensive Plan.
i. Temporary signs located within a park and/or sports facility are allowed
subject to the following standards:
1. Banners. Banners may be displayed in parks for special events
sponsored or approved by the city. No more than three banners may
be displayed per park at any one time. Each banner shall not exceed
64 square feet. Banners shall be designed to be professional looking
and prevented from becoming torn or weathered.
2. Signs for baseball, softball, and hockey fields. Signs may be allowed
with the approval of a comprehensive sign plan as described in
section 44-742.
a. Number and size of signs shall be determined by an approved
comprehensive sign plan.
b. No sign shall be illuminated except by the regular sports facility
lighting during hours of use.
c. Signs are allowed to be installed for a period of one year during
the baseball, softball, or hockey season.
d. Signs placed at baseball and softball fields shall be located on the
outfield fences or the scoreboard, or both. Such signs shall be
oriented toward the field of play.
e. Signs placed at hockey rinks shall be located on the interior sides
of the hockey boards.
3. The Maplewood Parks & Natural Resources Department will
administer all temporary park and sports facility signs in accordance
with the approved comprehensive sign plan.
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4. Sponsorships collected for such signs will be used to help fund
recreational facilities within the park in which they are installed.
c. Temporary Signs in Residential Districts.
i. In addition to the temporary signs allowed for all zoning districts, the
following temporary signs shall be allowed in any residential zoning
district unless specifically stated:
1. Temporary banners.
a. Temporary banners may be displayed without a permit for
residential subdivisions and multiple-unit developments and for all
legal nonresidential uses excluding home occupation businesses
for a period not to exceed 60 days per year, per property.
b. No more than one banner may be displayed per property at any
one time.
c. Each banner shall not exceed 32 square feet in area and must be
attached to a building or other permanent structure.
2. Temporary signs and displays over 12 square feet.
a. One temporary sign or display over 12 square feet is permitted by
sign permit for up to 30 days per year, per property. The city shall
consider a sign displayed for part of a day as having been up for
an entire day.
b. All signs require a sign permit unless otherwise noted. The permit
fee shall not be charged for temporary signs and displays erected
by civic organizations, religious organizations, or other nonprofit
organizations.
c. In no case shall the area of the sign exceed 32 square feet in area
or eight feet in height.
3. Ground banner signs.
a. Public or institutional uses in any residential district shall be
allowed one ground banner sign per every 150 feet of street
frontage.
b. Townhouse and apartment developments in the R-3 district shall
be allowed one ground banner sign per every 150 feet of street
frontage.
c. The sign shall not exceed 32 square feet in size.
d. All ground banner signs shall be removed after 60 days.
d. Temporary Signs in Non-Residential Districts.
i. In addition to the temporary signs allowed for all zoning districts, the
following temporary signs shall be allowed in any non-residential zoning
district:
1. Temporary banners.
a. For single-tenant buildings, temporary banners may be displayed
without a sign permit for a period not to exceed 60 days total per
year. No more than one banner may be displayed per property at
any one time.
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b. For multiple-tenant buildings, each separate tenant may display
temporary banners without a sign permit for a period not to
exceed 60 days total per year. No more than one banner may be
displayed per separate tenant at any one time.
c. Each banner shall be attached to a building or other permanent
structure.
d. Maximum size.
i. In the LBC (limited business commercial), CO (commercial
office), SC (shopping center), and NC (neighborhood
commercial) zoning districts each banner shall not exceed 32
square feet in size.
ii. In the BC (business commercial), BC(M) (business
commercial modified), M-1 (light manufacturing), and M-2
(heavy manufacturing) zoning districts, each banner shall not
exceed 64 square feet in size.
ii. Temporary window signs.
1. Temporary window signs are allowed without a permit.
2. Temporary window signs shall be attached to the surface of a window,
but shall cover no more than 30 percent of the total area of the
window.
iii. Temporary signs and displays over 12 square feet.
1. One temporary sign or display over 12 square feet is permitted for up
to 30 days per year, per business. The time period may be extended
to 60 days during the first year of operation of a new business and 90
days for a temporary seasonal business. The city shall consider a sign
displayed for part of a day as having been up for an entire day.
2. All signs require a sign permit unless otherwise noted. The permit fee
shall not be charged for temporary signs and displays erected by civic
organizations, religious organizations, or other nonprofit organizations
or groups.
3. Maximum size.
a. In the LBC (limited business commercial), CO (commercial office),
SC (shopping center), and NC (neighborhood commercial) zoning
districts each sign or display shall not exceed 32 square feet in
size.
b. In the BC (business commercial), BC-M (business commercial
modified), M-1 (light manufacturing), and M-2 (heavy
manufacturing) zoning districts, each sign or display shall not
exceed 64 square feet in size.
c. No sign or display shall exceed eight feet in height.
iv. Ground banner signs.
1. One ground banner sign shall be allowed per every 150 feet of street
frontage.
2. The sign shall not exceed 32 square feet in size.
3. All ground banner signs shall be removed after 60 days.
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e. Temporary Signs in Mixed-Use Districts.
i. In addition to the temporary signs allowed for all zoning districts, the
following temporary signs shall be allowed in the Mixed-Use (MU) and
North End (NE) zoning districts:
1. Temporary banners.
a. For single tenant buildings, temporary banners may be displayed
without a sign permit for a period not to exceed 60 days total per
year. No more than one banner may be displayed per property at
any one time.
b. For multiple-tenant buildings, each separate tenant may display
temporary banners without a sign permit for a period not to
exceed 60 days total per year. No more than one banner may be
displayed per separate tenant at any one time.
c. Each banner shall be attached to a building or other permanent
structure.
d. No banner shall exceed 32 square feet in area.
2. Temporary window signs.
a. Temporary window signs are allowed without a permit in any
building or portion of a building occupied by a nonresidential use.
b. Temporary window signs shall be attached to the surface of a
window, but shall cover no more than 30 percent of the total area
of the window.
3. Temporary signs and displays over 12 square feet.
a. One temporary sign or display over 12 square feet is permitted by
sign permit for up to 30 days per year. The time period may be
extended to 60 days during the first year of operation of a new
business and 90 days for a temporary seasonal business. The city
shall consider a sign displayed for part of a day as having been up
for an entire day.
b. All signs require a sign permit unless otherwise noted. The permit
fee shall not be charged for temporary signs and displays erected
by civic organizations, religious organizations, or other nonprofit
organizations.
c. In no case shall the area of the sign exceed 32 square feet in area
or eight feet in height.
4. Ground banner signs.
a. One ground banner sign shall be allowed per every 150 feet of
street frontage.
b. The sign shall not exceed 32 square feet in size.
c. All ground banner signs shall be removed after 60 days.
f. Exemptions.
i. Temporary window and banner signs which exceed the size, number, or
time display limits as specified in this Section may apply for an exemption
as described below:
1. Short-term exemption (up to three months).
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a. Applicant shall submit a temporary sign permit application and fee
to the Administrator.
b. The Administrator shall approve the short-term exemption if the
applicant shows that there are unusual circumstances with the
request.
c. The Administrator may attach conditions to the approval to assure
that the sign will be compatible with surrounding properties.
2. Long-term exemption (longer than three months).
a. Applicant shall submit a comprehensive sign plan as specified in
section 44-742 and fee to the city.
b. The community design review board shall approve the long-term
exemption if the applicant shows that there are unusual
circumstances with the request.
c. The community design review board may attach conditions to the
approval to assure that the sign will be compatible with
surrounding properties.
Secs. 44-738. Permanent signs.
(1) Unless specifically identified below, all permanent signs require a sign permit and shall
count towards the building or property maximum signage allowed:
a. Permanent Signs on Properties Designated Park in the Maplewood
Comprehensive Plan.
i. Wall signs. One wall sign up to 24 square feet per street frontage shall be
allowed for each park building. The sign may be affixed to the wall of the
building or an overhanging canopy or awning.
ii. Monument signs. One monument sign up to 32 square feet per street
frontage shall be allowed to identify each park. Said sign shall be a
maximum of six feet in height. The sign shall be designed to be
architecturally compatible with the park structures and buildings with the
base of the sign consisting of colors and materials compatible to the
structures or buildings.
b. Permanent Signs in Residential Districts.
i. Wall sign. One wall sign up to 24 square feet per street frontage shall be
allowed for residential subdivisions, townhomes, live-work buildings,
apartments, and for all legal nonresidential uses excluding home
occupation businesses. The sign may be affixed to the wall of the main
building or an overhanging canopy or awning.
ii. Window signs. No window signs are allowed.
iii. Monument sign. One monument sign up to 32 square feet per street
frontage shall be allowed by sign permit for residential subdivisions and
multiple-unit developments and for all legal nonresidential uses excluding
home occupation businesses. Said sign shall be a maximum of six feet in
height. The sign shall be designed to be architecturally compatible with
the building or project with the base of the sign consisting of colors and
materials compatible to the building or project.
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iv. Changeable copy message boards. Changeable copy message boards
are permitted as part of a permanent freestanding monument sign or wall
sign for all legal nonresidential uses excluding home occupation
businesses. The message board shall not comprise more than 70 percent
of the total square footage of said sign.
v. On-site dynamic display signs for permitted institutional or public uses.
(Refer to section 44-739 - dynamic display signs).
c. Permanent Signs in Non-Residential Districts.
i. LBC (limited business commercial), CO (commercial office), SC
(shopping center), and NC (neighborhood commercial) zoning districts:
1. Wall signs.
a. For each occupant of a building, one wall sign is allowed for each
street upon which the property has frontage. The total number of
wall signs may be increased by one for each clearly differentiated
department of a business or enterprise.
b. The total area of any one wall sign shall not cover more than 20
percent of the wall surface to which the sign is attached or 32
square feet, whichever is greater. As an alternative, a wall sign
may be placed on an overhanging awning or canopy as long as
the wall sign does not exceed 50 percent of the face of the awning
or canopy, or 32 square feet, whichever is less.
c. For multiple tenant buildings, the wall surface for each tenant or
user shall include only the surface area of the exterior façade of
the site occupied by such tenant or user.
d. A window sign may be substituted for all or a portion of the
allowable wall signage area as long as the window sign, which
includes all pieces that convey the commercial brand, does not
cover more than 1/3 of the window or door in which the sign is
placed.
2. Freestanding signs.
a. One freestanding sign up to 64 square feet in area and ten feet in
height is permitted for each street upon which the property has
frontage.
b. For buildings or developments with multiple street frontages, each
additional freestanding sign must be located on a different street.
Each freestanding sign must be separated by more than 100 feet
measured in a straight line between the signs.
c. The sign shall be designed to be architecturally compatible with
the building or project with the base of the sign consisting of colors
and materials compatible to the building or project.
d. The area around the base of the sign shall also be landscaped
including the bottom of a pylon sign.
3. Changeable copy message boards. Changeable copy message
boards are permitted as part of a permanent freestanding sign or wall
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sign but shall comprise no more than 70 percent of the total square
footage of said sign.
4. On-site dynamic display signs for permitted institutional or public
uses. (Refer to section 44-739 - dynamic display signs).
ii. BC (business commercial), BC-M (business commercial modified), M-1
(light manufacturing), and M-2 (heavy manufacturing) zoning districts:
1. Signage requirements for specific uses, including gas station
canopies, auto dealerships, and drive-throughs are listed in sections
44-351 and 44-352 principal and accessory use-specific standards.
2. Wall signs.
a. For each occupant of a building, one wall sign is allowed for each
street upon which the property has frontage. The total number of
wall signs may be increased by one for each clearly differentiated
department of a business or enterprise.
b. The total size of all wall signage for single-tenant buildings is
determined by the gross square footage of the principal structure
on the property. The total coverage area of each wall sign,
including each differentiated business, shall be based on the wall
surface to which the sign is attached. The following table indicates
maximum signage permitted for single-tenant buildings:
Principal Structure Gross
Square Feet of Floor Area
Maximum Size and Coverage
Area of Each Sign
Less than 10,000 sq. ft 80 sq. ft. or 20% of wall face,
whichever is less
10,000 to 20,000 sq. ft. 100 sq. ft. or 20% of wall face,
whichever is less
20,000 to 100,000 sq. ft. 150 sq. ft. or 15% of wall face,
whichever is less
Greater than 100,000 sq. ft 200 sq. ft. or 10% of wall face,
whichever is less
c. The total coverage area of each wall sign for multiple-tenant
buildings is ten percent of the surface area of the exterior façade
of the site occupied by such tenant, or 32 square feet, whichever
is more.
d. A wall sign may be attached to an overhanging awning or canopy,
instead of the façade of the building, as long as the wall sign does
not exceed 50 percent of the face of the awning or canopy, or the
maximum size specified above, whichever is less.
e. A window sign may be substituted for all or a portion of the
allowable wall signage area as long as the window sign, which
includes all pieces that convey the commercial brand, does not
cover more than 1/3 of the window or door in which the sign is
placed.
3. Freestanding signs.
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a. One freestanding sign is permitted for each street upon which the
property has frontage. For properties with multiple street
frontages, each additional freestanding sign must be located on a
different street and each sign must be separated by more than
100 feet measured in a straight line between signs, excluding auto
dealerships.
b. The total size and maximum height of each freestanding sign is
determined by the street classification (as designated in the
Maplewood Comprehensive Plan) of the closest street to which
each freestanding sign is located. In the case of signs located at
an intersection, the higher ranking street classification should be
used to determine the maximum height and size allowable for a
freestanding sign. Businesses that are located on a frontage road
designed to provide safe access to minor arterials and principal
arterials shall be permitted to erect a freestanding sign up to the
determined maximum height and size allowable for a freestanding
sign on said minor arterial or principal arterial road to which it is
adjacent.
c. The following table lists the maximum size and heights permitted
for freestanding signs:
Classification of Street
Abutting Property
Maximum Sign
Size (sq. ft.)
Maximum Height of
Pylon Sign (feet)
Maximum Height of
Monument Sign (feet)
Principal Arterial 180 25 12
Minor Arterial 140 20 12
Collector Street 100 15 10
Local Street 80 12 10
d. The freestanding sign shall be designed to be architecturally
compatible with the building or project, with the base of the sign,
including pylon sign poles, consisting of materials and colors
compatible to the building or project.
4. Changeable copy message boards. Changeable copy message
boards are permitted as part of a permanent freestanding sign or wall
sign but are limited to comprising no more than 70 percent of the total
square footage of said sign.
5. On-site and off-site dynamic display signs. (Refer to section 44-739 -
dynamic display signs).
6. Billboards.
a. Off-site billboards shall only be permitted with a conditional use
permit and may only be located adjacent to a principal arterial
street in the SC (shopping center), BC (business commercial), M-
1 (light manufacturing), and M-2 (heavy manufacturing) districts.
b. Spacing. No billboard shall be located within 2,300 feet of another
billboard on the same side of the street, within 100 feet to a
commercial, industrial, institutional building, or an on-site sign,
within 250 feet of a residential district, or within 800 feet of a
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residence. Billboards shall maintain a setback of 50 feet from any
property line, 500 feet to a local park, and 300 feet from the
nearest intersecting street corner of two public roads.
c. Size. The maximum area of the sign face of a billboard shall not
exceed 450 square feet, including border and trim, but excluding
base, apron supports, and other structural members. The
maximum size limitation shall apply to each side of a sign
structure.
d. The maximum height for billboards shall be 35 feet.
e. A billboard may only display one message at a time on any sign
face.
f. Signs may be placed back-to-back or in a V-type arrangement if
there are no more than two sign faces, provided that the open end
separation shall not exceed 15 feet.
d. Permanent Signs in Mixed-Use and North End Districts.
i. The following signs shall be allowed in the Mixed-Use (MU) and North
End (NE) zoning districts:
1. Signage requirements for minor motor vehicle stations are listed in
sections 44-351 and 44-352 principal and accessory use-specific
standards.
2. Building signs.
a. Building signage in the MU and NE districts may include wall,
projecting, window, or awning/canopy signage.
b. Total allowable area of all building signage for each establishment
is one and one-half square feet of signage per lineal foot of
building or frontage on a road, public open space or private
parking area, or 32 square feet, whichever is greater.
c. Each wall shall be calculated individually and sign area may not
be transferred to another side of the building.
d. Wall signs shall not cover windows or architectural trim and detail.
e. No part of a building sign shall be placed higher than the sills of
the second-story window of a multi-story building.
f. Additional standards for projecting signs.
i. Projecting signs may not extend more than four feet over a
public right-of-way, private road, or sidewalk/trail, and must not
project out further than the sign's height.
ii. Projecting signs shall have a minimum clearance of eight feet
above ground level, unless projecting over a vehicular right-of-
way, in which case minimum clearance shall be 14 feet.
Projecting signs shall be no larger than 20 square feet per sign
face.
g. Window signs. A window sign, which includes all pieces that
convey the commercial brand, shall not cover more than 1/3 of the
window or door in which the sign is placed.
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h. Awning/canopy signs. Signs on street-level awnings/canopies are
permitted if the sign on each awning/canopy is either less than
seven square feet in size or eight inches in height, is located on
the face of the awning/canopy (valance or skirt), and is parallel to
the building façade. Where there are multiple awnings on a
building, all awning signs shall have a consistent size and location
on the awnings.
3. Monument signs. One monument sign for each establishment is
allowed if the building is set back at least 20 feet from the front
property line. Monument signs must meet the following requirements:
a. Limited to six feet in height and 40 square feet.
b. Maintain a five-foot setback from any side or rear property line, but
can be constructed up to the front property line.
c. Must consist of a base constructed of materials and design
features similar to those of the front façade of the building or
development.
d. Must be landscaped with flowers or shrubbery or integrated into a
plaza area.
4. Lighting. Signage lighting in the MU or NE districts is permitted as
long as it does not cast illumination on residential units and meets one
of the following standards of external or internal illumination:
a. External illumination.
i. The light source shall be a separate fixture directed onto the
sign face; or
ii. A halo effect/reverse illumination is used, which is an external
light source behind the sign face or individual letters.
b. Internal illumination.
i. An internal light source shall be permitted only for a sign that is
less than 200 square inches in size that is made of exposed
neon or LED that has the appearance of exposed neon.
Secs. 44-739. Dynamic display signs.
(1) Dynamic displays are allowed as stated in this article with significant controls to minimize
their proliferation and their potential threats to public health, safety, and welfare.
a. General Standards. All dynamic display signs shall meet the following standards:
i. The images and messages displayed shall be static. Unless otherwise
specified, each display shall be maintained for a minimum of 15 seconds.
ii. The transition from one display to another shall be instantaneous without
any special effects. Motion, animation and video images are prohibited on
dynamic LED sign displays. No portion of the images may flash, scroll,
twirl, change color, or in any manner imitate movement.
iii. The images and messages displayed shall be complete in themselves,
without continuation in content to the next image or message or to any
other sign.
iv. Only one, contiguous dynamic display area is allowed on a sign face.
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v. Audio speakers or any audio component is prohibited. The sign shall not
emit any sound.
vi. Every line of copy and graphics in a dynamic display shall be at least
seven inches in height on a road with a speed limit of 25 to 34 miles per
hour, nine inches on a road with a speed limit of 35 to 44 miles per hour,
12 inches on a road with a speed limit of 45 to 54 miles per hour, and 15
inches on a road with a speed limit of 55 miles per hour or more.
vii. Dynamic display signs must be designed and equipped to freeze the
device in one position if a malfunction occurs. The displays must also be
equipped with a means to immediately discontinue the display if it
malfunctions, and the sign owner must stop the dynamic display within
one hour of being notified by the city that it is not meeting the standards
of this article.
viii. Brightness standards.
1. The following brightness standards are required for all dynamic
display signs:
a. No sign shall be brighter than is necessary for clear and adequate
visibility.
b. No sign shall be of such intensity or brilliance as to impair the
vision of a motor vehicle driver with average eyesight or to
otherwise interfere with the driver's operation of a motor vehicle.
c. No sign may be of such intensity or brilliance that it interferes with
the effectiveness of an official traffic sign, device or signal.
2. The person owning or controlling the sign must adjust the sign to meet
the brightness standards in accordance with the city's instructions.
The adjustment must be made within one hour upon notice of
noncompliance from the city.
3. All dynamic display signs installed after August of 2008 must be
equipped with a mechanism that automatically adjusts the brightness
in response to ambient conditions. These signs must also be
equipped with a means to immediately turn off the display or lighting if
the sign malfunctions, and the sign owner or operator must turn off the
sign or lighting within one hour after being notified by the city that it is
not meeting the standards of this section.
4. Dynamic displays must have an automatic dimmer control to produce
a distinct illumination change from a higher illumination level to a
lower level for the time period between a ½-hour before sunset and a
½-hour after sunrise.
5. In addition to the brightness standards required above, dynamic
display signs shall meet the city's outdoor lighting requirements
(subsection 44-20(1)).
ix. Reduction of sign surfaces for off-site dynamic display signs.
1. A person or sign operator may obtain a permit for a dynamic display
sign on one surface of an existing off-site sign if the following
requirements are met:
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a. The applicant agrees in writing to reduce its off-site sign surfaces
by one by permanently removing, within 15 days after issuance of
the permit, one surface of an off-site sign in the city that is owned
or leased by the applicant, which sign surface must satisfy the
criteria of part b. of this subsection. This removal must include the
complete removal of the structure and foundation supporting each
removed sign surface. The applicant must agree that the city may
remove the sign surface if the applicant does not do so, and the
application must identify the sign surface to be removed and be
accompanied by a cash deposit or letter of credit acceptable to the
city attorney sufficient to pay the city's costs for that removal. The
applicant must also agree that it is removing the sign surface
voluntarily and that it has no right to compensation for the
removed sign surface under any law. Replacement of an existing
sign surface of an off-site sign with a dynamic display sign does
not constitute a removal of a sign surface.
b. If the removed sign surface is one that a state permit is required
by state law, the applicant must surrender its permit to the state
upon removal of the sign surface. The sign that is the subject of
the dynamic display sign permit cannot begin to operate until the
sign owner or operator provides proof to the city that the state
permit has been surrendered.
2. If the applicant meets the permit requirements noted above, the city
shall issue a dynamic display sign permit for the designated off-site
sign. This permit will allow a dynamic display to occupy 100 percent of
the potential copy and graphic area and to change no more frequently
than once every 15 seconds. The designated sign must meet all other
requirements of this article.
x. Licensing. No person shall operate any dynamic display sign in the city
without first obtaining a yearly license as defined in the city licensing
ordinance (article II).
xi. Public safety. If city staff determines that a dynamic display sign is not
being operated pursuant to this section due to its location or display
capabilities, city staff may require that the sign be moved, removed, or
modified after notice to the property owner.
b. Zoning District Standards. In addition to the general standards above, dynamic
display signs shall adhere to the following district-specific requirements:
i. On-site dynamic display signs in conjunction with a permitted institutional
or public use in the residential, LBC, CO, SC, and NC zoning districts are
permitted subject to the following conditions:
1. Dynamic display signs require approval of a comprehensive sign plan.
2. All properties within 350 feet of a proposed dynamic display sign shall
be notified of the application for a comprehensive sign plan.
3. Dynamic display signs are only permitted on monument signs. The
area around the base of the sign shall be landscaped.
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4. One dynamic display sign as part of a monument sign is permitted for
each property. The entire monument sign shall not exceed eight feet
in height and 50 square feet in size.
5. The digital display portion of the sign shall not comprise more than 50
percent of the sign area. The remainder of the sign shall not have the
capability to have a dynamic display.
6. All monument signs with a digital display shall maintain at least a ten-
foot setback from any lot line and shall not be placed in a public right-
of-way. This setback shall be increased to 20 feet if the adjacent
property is used or shown on the city's land use plan for residential
use.
7. The dynamic display shall not be illuminated between 10:00 p.m. and
6:00 a.m.
ii. On-site dynamic display signs located in the Mixed use (MU) or North
End (NE) zoning districts are allowed subject to the following conditions:
1. Dynamic display signs require approval of a comprehensive sign plan.
2. One dynamic display sign as part of a monument sign is permitted for
each property.
3. The entire monument sign shall not exceed eight feet in height and 50
square feet in size.
a. The area around the base of the sign shall be landscaped.
b. The digital display portion of the sign shall not comprise more than
50 percent of the sign area. The remainder of the sign shall not
have the capability to have a dynamic display.
4. The monument sign with a digital display shall maintain at least a ten-
foot setback from any lot line and shall not be placed in a public right-
of-way. This setback shall be increased to 20 feet if the adjacent
property is outside of the MU or NE districts and used or shown on the
city's land use plan for residential use.
5. The dynamic display shall not be illuminated between 10:00 p.m. and
6:00 a.m.
iii. On-site dynamic display signs located in the business commercial (BC) or
heavy or light industrial (M-2 and M-1) zoning districts:
1. Are allowed as part of a permanent freestanding sign, provided that
the sign comprises no more than 50 percent of the total square
footage of said sign face.
2. Must be located at least 200 feet from any property where there are
structures used for residential purposes or from any park or open
space land use district.
3. Must be located at least 100 feet from any side property line.
4. Displays shall be maintained for a minimum of 15 seconds.
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Secs. 44-740. Murals.
(1) Murals shall only be permitted within non-residential districts. A comprehensive mural
plan is required for approval following the requirements of section 44-742 and shall meet
the following standards:
a. Murals shall be maintained in good repair, free from peeling paint or damage to
age, weather, or vandalism. Removal of a mural must be accomplished by
physical removal from a wall and/or by covering the mural completely with paint.
The mural must be rendered completely invisible while maintaining the structural
and architectural integrity of the structure.
b. Murals shall be composed of permanent materials and applied only to permanent
surfaces. Murals may not be applied to any fabric or temporary surface.
c. Murals shall be allowed only on building facades that face a side or rear property
line.
d. Murals with the following features shall not be allowed:
i. Moving parts, including solar-, wind-, or water-driven devices.
ii. Projections from the wall surface
iii. Words (in any language), symbols, or representations that are obscene,
offensive, of a political nature, or are derogatory.
iv. Representations that imitate or appear to imitate any official traffic sign or
device to direct the movement of traffic.
v. Colors that are predominantly fluorescent, metallic, or reflective.
Secs. 44-741. Sign permits.
(1) If a sign requires a permit, the property owner shall secure the sign permit prior to the
construction or major alteration of such a sign. No sign permit shall be issued for an
existing or proposed sign unless such sign is in compliance with the requirements of this
article.
a. Application. The application to erect or alter any sign shall be in writing, using a
current sign permit application, and signed by the owner or occupant of the
building. The application shall specify the location, height, dimensions of the sign
and, where applicable, the dimensions of the wall surface of the building to which
it is to be attached and total square footage of the building. Applications shall be
accompanied by the permit fee, a sketch of the sign, and any other facts the city
requires for full information of the nature and safety of the proposal. An electrical
permit is also required for all signs containing electrical wiring.
b. Fees. The city council shall set all sign permit fees annually.
c. Time limits.
i. All permits for the erection or alteration of signs shall be issued for the
useful life of the sign. Minor alterations to an existing sign, including
routine maintenance, painting, or refacing the copy, do not require a new
sign permit.
ii. A sign permit shall become null and void if the work for which the permit
was issued has not been completed within one year of the issuance or
renewal.
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d. Appeals. When a sign permit under this article is denied, the administrator shall
give notice to the applicant within 30 days of denial, together with reasons for
denial. Appeals from the decisions of the administrator under the provisions of
this article shall be made to the city council. Denial shall be based on
noncompliance with this article.
Secs. 44-742. Comprehensive sign or mural plan.
(1) A comprehensive sign or mural plan shall be provided for the following:
a. Any non-residential property with five or more tenants on the site or any multiple-
story buildings with two or more tenants in the building.
b. All permitted institutional or public uses.
c. All developments approved as a planned unit development.
d. Large campuses consisting of buildings and land of ten or more acres.
e. Shared signs that serve both the parcel on which they are placed and an
adjacent parcel.
f. Murals.
g. Dynamic display wall signs (also refer to section 44-739 - dynamic display signs).
h. Long-term exemptions to temporary window and banner signs (also refer to
section 44-737 - signs exempt from regulations in this section).
i. Temporary signs on park designated land in the Maplewood Comprehensive
Plan (also refer to sections 44-737 and 44-738).
(2) A comprehensive sign or mural plan request shall include the location, size, height,
color, lighting, and orientation of all signs and/or murals. Requests for a comprehensive
mural plan shall also include a design sketch and photos of the proposed site.
Exceptions to the regulations of this article may be permitted as follows:
a. For sign areas, densities, and dynamic display changeover rates for the plan as a
whole if the signs are in conformity with the intent of this article
b. If the exception results in an improved relationship between the various parts of
the plan,
c. If it encourages and promotes the removal of nonconforming signs through the
use of shared signs,
d. If for long-term exemptions to temporary window and banner signs, the
comprehensive sign plan shows that there are unusual circumstances with the
request.
(3) Comprehensive sign or mural plans shall be reviewed by the community design review
board. The applicant, staff, and city council may appeal the community design review
board's decision. An appeal shall be presented to the administrator within 15 days of the
community design review board's decision to be considered by the city council.
Secs. 44-743. Nonconforming signs.
(1) Nonconforming permanent signs. Nonconforming permanent signs lawfully 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 sign copy, without being brought into compliance with this
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article. After a nonconforming sign has been removed, it shall not be replaced by
another nonconforming sign.
Secs. 44-744. Enforcement procedures.
(1) Temporary signs. The city shall send a notice to the owner of any illegal temporary sign
or temporary sign in violation of this article and allow seven days for the owner to correct
all ordinance violations or remove the sign. 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.
(2) 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 to 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.
(3) Abandoned signs. The city shall send notice to the owner of the property on which any
abandoned sign exists that violates 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.
(4) 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.
(5) Murals. The city shall send a notice to the owner of any mural that is in violation with the
provisions of this article. The article shall require the owner to correct all ordinance
violations. The city shall allow 60 days for the owner to correct the violation. If the mural
is failed to be removed and/or maintained, the city may cause the removal of the mural.
The owner shall pay all expenses under the procedures of sections 18-36 through 18-38
incurred by the city for the removal.
Secs. 44-745—44-1050. Reserved.
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PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT
Meeting Date October 17, 2023
REPORT TO: Melinda Coleman, City Manager
REPORT FROM: Joe Rueb, Finance Director
PRESENTER: Joe Rueb, Finance Director
AGENDA ITEM: Capital Improvement Plan 2024-2028 Planning Commission
Action Requested: Motion Discussion ☐ Public Hearing
Form of Action: ☐Resolution ☐ Ordinance ☐ Contract/Agreement ☐ Proclamation
Policy Issue:
The Capital Improvement Plan coordinates the planning, financing and timing of major equipment
purchases and construction projects. By law, the Planning Commission must review the CIP. The
City Council will consider the adoption of the CIP along with the 2024 budget in December. The role
of the Planning Commission is to ensure that the projects included within the plan are in alignment
with the Comprehensive Plan and other planning processes.
Recommended Action:
Motion to approve the draft 2024-2028 Capital Improvement Plan.
Fiscal Impact:
Is There a Fiscal Impact? ☐ No Yes, the true or estimated cost is $62,972,442
Financing source(s): Adopted Budget ☐ Budget Modification ☐ New Revenue Source
☐Use of Reserves ☐ Other: N/A
Strategic Plan Relevance:
Community Inclusiveness Financial & Asset Mgmt Environmental Stewardship
Integrated Communication Operational Effectiveness Targeted Redevelopment
Background:
The City Council will hold a public hearing prior to adoption of the plan. The CIP will be available on
the City’s webpage.
Attachments:
1. PowerPoint
2. List of CIP Projects by Department and Funding Source
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PPurposee off thee Capitall IImprovementt Plan•Capitall Improvementt Planningg Documentt forr 55 Years•Does not authorize expenditures•Council must authorize each item prior to spending•Adoptionn Requiredd too Issuee Debtt too Financee thee Projects,, § M.S.. 475.521F1, Attachment 1
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22024––220288 Capitall Improvementt PlanSSummaryy off CIPP Projectss byy CategoryCategory FY2024 FY2025 FY2026 FY2027 FY2028Building$ 255,000 $ 450,000 $250,000 $ 250,000 $ 300,000 Equipment$2,791,000 $1,284,540 $1,131,090 $1,241,756 $2,617,922 Parks$1,425,000 $1,565,000 $399,000 $165,000 $250,000 Redevelopment$1,100,000 $100,000 $1,100,000 $100,000 $100,000 Street$10,920,000 $10,037,134 $11,170,000 $9,090,000 $4,880,000 Total$16,491,000 $13,436,674 $14,050,090 $10,846,756 $8,147,922 F1, Attachment 1
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22024--220288 SStreett CIPP Plans•PProposedd CIPP Miless forr 2024-2028•17.29 Miles of Proposed Street Construction•12.8% of City Streets•Spott Paving•Temporary Fix Until a CIP Project is Implemented•Provide Relief and Increased Level of Service•Add Annual Spot Paving to Pavement Management Practices•Recommend $80,000/year from the SRF FundF1, Attachment 1
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220244 Streett CIPP Projects•Area A: •Maplewood Dr./Cypress Neighborhood Streets•1.98 Miles •Average PCI: 36/100•Area B: •East Shore Drive Area Neighborhood Streets•2.33 Miles •Average PCI: 31/100TTotall Costt forr 20244 Streett Improvementss == $10,820,000Totall Miless off 20244 Streett Improvementss == 4.311 ,820,000F1, Attachment 1
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OOtherr Majorr Projectss 2024--22028•Gladstone Redevelopment•Park Upgrades •Open Space Improvements•Nature Center Improvements•Facility Upgrades•Lift Station Upgrades•County Road C •White Bear Ave/Larpenteur (Ramsey County)
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PPlanningg Commissionn CConsiderations•Doo thee Projectss Conformm withh thee Comprehensivee Plann andd otherr Planningg Processes?•20244 Capitall Improvementt ProjectsF1, Attachment 1
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QQuestions?F1, Attachment 1
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Department Request Title FY2024 FY2025 FY2026 FY2027 FY2028 Total
Administration Broadcast Equipment $300,000.00 $300,000.00
Total Administration $300,000.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $300,000.00
Community Development Housing Replacement Program $100,000.00 $100,000.00 $100,000.00 $100,000.00 $100,000.00 $500,000.00
Gladstone Redevelopment $1,000,000.00 $1,000,000.00 $2,000,000.00
Total Community Development $1,100,000.00 $100,000.00 $1,100,000.00 $100,000.00 $100,000.00 $2,500,000.00
Fire Automated CPR Device Replacement $150,000.00 $150,000.00
Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) replacement
Ambulance Stretcher-Powerload Replacement $173,000.00 $173,000.00
Cardiac Monitor Replacement
Firefighter Turnout Gear Replacement $180,000.00 $180,000.00
South Fire Station-Station Alerting Improvement $95,000.00 $95,000.00
Fire Squad Replacements $62,000.00 $65,000.00 $68,000.00 $71,000.00 $74,000.00 $340,000.00
Police & Fire 800 MHz Radios Replacement $114,000.00 $120,840.00 $128,090.00 $135,756.00 $143,922.00 $642,608.00
Fire Engine Replacement $1,100,000.00 $1,300,000.00 $2,400,000.00
Ambulance Replacement $282,000.00 $287,000.00 $569,000.00
Total Fire $1,826,000.00 $472,840.00 $196,090.00 $356,756.00 $1,697,922.00 $4,549,608.00
Parks and Recreation Solar Panels and Electric Vehicle Charging Station for Wakefield Building $100,000.00 $100,000.00
Hazelwood Park $550,000.00 $550,000.00
Picnic Shelters in Maplewood Area Neighborhoods $250,000.00 $250,000.00 $500,000.00
Maplewood Nature Center Improvements $200,000.00 $200,000.00
Fish Creek Open Space $300,000.00 $300,000.00
Park Maintenance & Reinvestment $1,000,000.00 $1,000,000.00
Open Space Improvements $50,000.00 $25,000.00 $25,000.00 $25,000.00 $125,000.00
Park Upgrades to Existing Parks $130,000.00 $140,000.00 $14,000.00 $140,000.00 $140,000.00 $564,000.00
Edgerton Community Garden improvements $35,000.00 $35,000.00
Harvest Park Master Plan $300,000.00 $300,000.00
Total Parks and Recreation $1,315,000.00 $1,765,000.00 $289,000.00 $165,000.00 $140,000.00 $3,674,000.00
Police Mobile Command Center $300,000.00 $300,000.00
Squad Replacement $275,000.00 $275,000.00 $275,000.00 $275,000.00 $300,000.00 $1,400,000.00
Total Police $575,000.00 $275,000.00 $275,000.00 $275,000.00 $300,000.00 $1,700,000.00
Public Works Unit 620 Emergency Sewer Pump $70,000.00 $70,000.00
Unit 511 SUV
Unit 516 One Half Ton Truck
Unit 645 Half Ton Truck
Unit 541 One and One-Half Ton Dump Truck $100,000.00 $100,000.00
Unit 732 and Unit 737: Two Toolcat Work Machines
Unit 650 One and One-Half Ton Dump Truck $100,000.00 $100,000.00
Unit 643 One and One-half Ton Dump Truck $100,000.00 $100,000.00
Unit 714 Street Sweeper $260,000.00 $260,000.00
Unit 611 and Unit 531: Two 1/2 Ton Trucks $56,700.00 $56,700.00
Unit 654: Park Maintenance Machine $70,000.00 $70,000.00
Unit 653 and Unit 545: Two Park Maintenance Machines $140,000.00 $140,000.00
Unit 621 Half-Ton Truck $30,000.00 $30,000.00
Unit 623 CCTV Truck $300,000.00 $300,000.00 F1, Attachment 2PC Packet Page Number 151 of 156
Unit 717 Front End Loader $300,000.00 $300,000.00
Unit 658 Park Maintenance Machine $135,000.00 $135,000.00
Unit 642 Three-Quarter Ton Van $30,000.00 $30,000.00
Unit 539 Single Axle Plow Truck
Unit 512 Half-Ton Truck $30,000.00 $30,000.00
Unit 617 Emergency Generator Replacement
Unit 615 Jet Truck $300,000.00 $300,000.00
Unit 616 Jet/Vac Truck $325,000.00 $325,000.00
Unit 500, 540, 546, 614, & 651 Build Out $165,000.00 $165,000.00
2028 Maplewood Street Improvements $4,880,000.00 $4,880,000.00
Gold Line Pedestrian Improvements $241,134.00 $241,134.00
2027 Maplewood Street Improvements $9,090,000.00 $9,090,000.00
Unit 710 Backhoe/Loader
County Road B/I-35E Storm Water Improvements $100,000.00 $100,000.00
Unit 530 Single Axle Plow Truck
Park Maintenance Roof Replacement $160,000.00 $160,000.00
2025 Maplewood Street Improvements $8,840,000.00 $8,840,000.00
White Bear Ave/Larpenteur Ave Street Improvements $956,000.00 $956,000.00
County Road D Street Improvements $170,000.00 $170,000.00
2024 Maplewood Street Improvements $10,820,000.00 $10,820,000.00
2026 Maplewood Street Improvements $11,000,000.00 $11,000,000.00
Rice Street
Unit 536 Single Axle Plow Truck
Pond Cleaning/Dredging Projects $110,000.00 $110,000.00 $110,000.00 $330,000.00
Lift Station Upgrade Program $20,000.00 $20,000.00 $20,000.00 $20,000.00 $20,000.00 $100,000.00
Municipal Facility Upgrades $250,000.00 $250,000.00 $250,000.00 $300,000.00 $1,050,000.00
Total Public Works $11,375,000.00 $10,823,834.00 $12,190,000.00 $9,950,000.00 $5,910,000.00 $50,248,834.00
Total Departments $16,491,000.00 $13,436,674.00 $14,050,090.00 $10,846,756.00 $8,147,922.00 $62,972,442.00
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Funding Source Request Title FY2024 FY2025 FY2026 FY2027 FY2028 Total
Ambulance Fund Automated CPR Device Replacement $150,000.00 $150,000.00
Ambulance Stretcher-Powerload Replacement $173,000.00 $173,000.00
Cardiac Monitor Replacement
Ambulance Replacement $282,000.00 $287,000.00 $569,000.00
Total Ambulance Fund $455,000.00 $287,000.00 $0.00 $150,000.00 $0.00 $892,000.00
Building Fund Park Maintenance Roof Replacement $160,000.00 $160,000.00
Municipal Facility Upgrades $250,000.00 $250,000.00 $250,000.00 $300,000.00 $1,050,000.00
Total Building Fund $160,000.00 $250,000.00 $250,000.00 $250,000.00 $300,000.00 $1,210,000.00
Capital Improvement Fund Solar Panels and Electric Vehicle Charging Station for Wakefield Building $50,000.00 $50,000.00
Park Upgrades to Existing Parks $130,000.00 $140,000.00 $14,000.00 $140,000.00 $140,000.00 $564,000.00
Police & Fire 800 MHz Radios Replacement $114,000.00 $120,840.00 $128,090.00 $135,756.00 $143,922.00 $642,608.00
Total Capital Improvement Fund $244,000.00 $310,840.00 $142,090.00 $275,756.00 $283,922.00 $1,256,608.00
City of St. Paul 2027 Maplewood Street Improvements $1,160,000.00 $1,160,000.00
Total City of St. Paul $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $1,160,000.00 $0.00 $1,160,000.00
Communications Fund Broadcast Equipment $300,000.00 $300,000.00
Total Communications Fund $300,000.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $300,000.00
EDA Fund Housing Replacement Program $100,000.00 $100,000.00 $100,000.00 $100,000.00 $100,000.00 $500,000.00
Total EDA Fund $100,000.00 $100,000.00 $100,000.00 $100,000.00 $100,000.00 $500,000.00
Environmental Utility Fund Solar Panels and Electric Vehicle Charging Station for Wakefield Building $50,000.00 $50,000.00
2028 Maplewood Street Improvements $550,000.00 $550,000.00
2027 Maplewood Street Improvements $1,795,900.00 $1,795,900.00
County Road B/I-35E Storm Water Improvements $100,000.00 $100,000.00
2025 Maplewood Street Improvements $1,443,000.00 $1,443,000.00
2024 Maplewood Street Improvements $2,156,000.00 $2,156,000.00
2026 Maplewood Street Improvements $2,077,000.00 $2,077,000.00
Pond Cleaning/Dredging Projects $110,000.00 $110,000.00 $110,000.00 $330,000.00
Total Environmental Utility Fund $2,366,000.00 $1,493,000.00 $2,187,000.00 $1,795,900.00 $660,000.00 $8,501,900.00
Fire Building Fund South Fire Station-Station Alerting Improvement $95,000.00 $95,000.00
Total Fire Building Fund $95,000.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $95,000.00
Fleet Fund Unit 620 Emergency Sewer Pump $70,000.00 $70,000.00
Unit 511 SUV
Unit 516 One Half Ton Truck
Unit 645 Half Ton Truck
Unit 541 One and One-Half Ton Dump Truck $100,000.00 $100,000.00
Unit 732 and Unit 737: Two Toolcat Work Machines
Unit 650 One and One-Half Ton Dump Truck $100,000.00 $100,000.00
Unit 643 One and One-half Ton Dump Truck $0.00 $100,000.00 $100,000.00
Unit 714 Street Sweeper $260,000.00 $260,000.00
Unit 611 and Unit 531: Two 1/2 Ton Trucks $56,700.00 $56,700.00
Unit 654: Park Maintenance Machine $70,000.00 $70,000.00
Unit 653 and Unit 545: Two Park Maintenance Machines $140,000.00 $140,000.00
Unit 621 Half-Ton Truck $30,000.00 $30,000.00
Unit 623 CCTV Truck $300,000.00 $300,000.00 F1, Attachment 2PC Packet Page Number 153 of 156
Unit 717 Front End Loader $300,000.00 $300,000.00
Unit 658 Park Maintenance Machine $135,000.00 $135,000.00
Unit 642 Three-Quarter Ton Van $30,000.00 $30,000.00
Unit 539 Single Axle Plow Truck
Unit 512 Half-Ton Truck $30,000.00 $30,000.00
Unit 617 Emergency Generator Replacement
Unit 615 Jet Truck $300,000.00 $300,000.00
Unit 616 Jet/Vac Truck $325,000.00 $325,000.00
Unit 500, 540, 546, 614, & 651 Build Out $165,000.00 $165,000.00
Unit 710 Backhoe/Loader
Unit 530 Single Axle Plow Truck
Unit 536 Single Axle Plow Truck
Total Fleet Fund $165,000.00 $516,700.00 $640,000.00 $590,000.00 $600,000.00 $2,511,700.00
G.O. Bonds CIP 2028 Maplewood Street Improvements $1,777,300.00 $1,777,300.00
2026 Maplewood Street Improvements $4,738,400.00 $4,738,400.00
Total G.O. Bonds CIP $0.00 $0.00 $4,738,400.00 $0.00 $1,777,300.00 $6,515,700.00
G.O. Bonds Improvement 2027 Maplewood Street Improvements $1,952,400.00 $1,952,400.00
2025 Maplewood Street Improvements $2,532,760.00 $2,532,760.00
2024 Maplewood Street Improvements $4,793,640.00 $4,793,640.00
Total G.O. Bonds Improvement $4,793,640.00 $2,532,760.00 $0.00 $1,952,400.00 $0.00 $9,278,800.00
G.O. Bonds Tax Abatement Park Maintenance & Reinvestment $1,000,000.00 $1,000,000.00
Total G.O. Bonds Tax Abatement $0.00 $1,000,000.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $1,000,000.00
G.O. Bonds Tax Increment Gladstone Redevelopment $1,000,000.00 $1,000,000.00 $2,000,000.00
Total G.O. Bonds Tax Increment $1,000,000.00 $0.00 $1,000,000.00 $0.00 $0.00 $2,000,000.00
Municipal State Aid Gold Line Pedestrian Improvements $241,134.00 $241,134.00
White Bear Ave/Larpenteur Ave Street Improvements $956,000.00 $956,000.00
County Road D Street Improvements $170,000.00 $170,000.00
Rice Street
Total Municipal State Aid $0.00 $1,197,134.00 $170,000.00 $0.00 $0.00 $1,367,134.00
Park Improvement Fund Hazelwood Park $550,000.00 $550,000.00
Picnic Shelters in Maplewood Area Neighborhoods $250,000.00 $250,000.00 $500,000.00
Maplewood Nature Center Improvements $200,000.00 $200,000.00
Fish Creek Open Space $150,000.00 $150,000.00
Open Space Improvements $50,000.00 $25,000.00 $25,000.00 $25,000.00 $125,000.00
Edgerton Community Garden improvements $35,000.00 $35,000.00
Harvest Park Master Plan $300,000.00 $300,000.00
Total Park Improvement Fund $1,185,000.00 $375,000.00 $275,000.00 $25,000.00 $0.00 $1,860,000.00
Public Safety Equipment Fund Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) replacement
Firefighter Turnout Gear Replacement $180,000.00 $180,000.00
Fire Squad Replacements $62,000.00 $65,000.00 $68,000.00 $71,000.00 $74,000.00 $340,000.00
Fire Engine Replacement $1,100,000.00 $1,300,000.00 $2,400,000.00
Mobile Command Center $300,000.00 $300,000.00
Squad Replacement $275,000.00 $275,000.00 $275,000.00 $275,000.00 $300,000.00 $1,400,000.00
Total Public Safety Equipment Fund $1,737,000.00 $340,000.00 $343,000.00 $346,000.00 $1,854,000.00 $4,620,000.00 F1, Attachment 2PC Packet Page Number 154 of 156
Ramsey County Fish Creek Open Space $150,000.00 $150,000.00
Total Ramsey County $0.00 $150,000.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $150,000.00
SRF Special Assessment 2028 Maplewood Street Improvements $1,045,469.00 $1,045,469.00
2027 Maplewood Street Improvements $1,139,031.00 $1,139,031.00
2025 Maplewood Street Improvements $1,322,801.00 $1,322,801.00
2024 Maplewood Street Improvements $1,698,378.00 $1,698,378.00
2026 Maplewood Street Improvements $1,832,250.00 $1,832,250.00
Total SRF Special Assessment $1,698,378.00 $1,322,801.00 $1,832,250.00 $1,139,031.00 $1,045,469.00 $7,037,929.00
Sanitary Sewer Fund 2028 Maplewood Street Improvements $313,000.00 $313,000.00
2027 Maplewood Street Improvements $846,400.00 $846,400.00
2025 Maplewood Street Improvements $608,000.00 $608,000.00
2024 Maplewood Street Improvements $729,500.00 $729,500.00
2026 Maplewood Street Improvements $802,000.00 $802,000.00
Lift Station Upgrade Program $20,000.00 $20,000.00 $20,000.00 $20,000.00 $20,000.00 $100,000.00
Total Sanitary Sewer Fund $749,500.00 $628,000.00 $822,000.00 $866,400.00 $333,000.00 $3,398,900.00
$0.00
St. Paul Regional Water 2028 Maplewood Street Improvements $271,200.00 $271,200.00
2027 Maplewood Street Improvements $1,000,800.00 $1,000,800.00
2025 Maplewood Street Improvements $648,000.00 $648,000.00
2024 Maplewood Street Improvements $325,500.00 $325,500.00
2026 Maplewood Street Improvements $254,700.00 $254,700.00
Total St. Paul Regional Water $325,500.00 $648,000.00 $254,700.00 $1,000,800.00 $271,200.00 $2,500,200.00
$0.00
Street Revitalization Fund 2028 Maplewood Street Improvements $745,031.00 $745,031.00
2027 Maplewood Street Improvements $761,469.00 $761,469.00
2025 Maplewood Street Improvements $1,937,639.00 $1,937,639.00
2024 Maplewood Street Improvements $658,082.00 $658,082.00
2026 Maplewood Street Improvements $972,450.00 $972,450.00
Total Street Revitalization Fund $658,082.00 $1,937,639.00 $972,450.00 $761,469.00 $745,031.00 $5,074,671.00
$0.00
Water Area Fund 2028 Maplewood Street Improvements $178,000.00 $178,000.00
2027 Maplewood Street Improvements $434,000.00 $434,000.00
2025 Maplewood Street Improvements $347,800.00 $347,800.00
2024 Maplewood Street Improvements $458,900.00 $458,900.00
2026 Maplewood Street Improvements $323,200.00 $323,200.00
Total Water Area Fund $458,900.00 $347,800.00 $323,200.00 $434,000.00 $178,000.00 $1,741,900.00
Total Funding Sources $16,491,000.00 $13,436,674.00 $14,050,090.00 $10,846,756.00 $8,147,922.00 $62,972,442.00
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