HomeMy Public PortalAbout10-2008Agenda Item: 6
MEMORANDUM
TO: Planning Commission
FROM: Debra Peterson -Dufresne, Planning Assistant
MEETING DATE: October 14, 2008
SUBJECT: Three Rivers Park District, Baker Campground - Amendment to
Conditional Use Permit — Public Hearing
Application Date: September 12, 2008
Review Deadline Date: November 10, 2008 (60 days)
BACKGROUND
Three Rivers Park District, the applicant is requesting to amend their Conditional Use Permit
(CUP) for Baker Park Campground to allow for the construction of a 560 square foot addition to
the #2 bathroom facility within the campground.
The property is in the Public/Semi-Public (PS) zoning district. The zoning ordinance requires a
conditional use permit for any construction, which controls expansion or increased use of the
property.
Baker Park Campground staff has identified the need for additional bathroom capacity, to better
meet the needs of the campground patrons especially on busy week -ends. The bathroom
building serves campers on loops C, D, and E which is identified on the attached site plan. The
expansion is proposed to reduce lengthy waits during the morning rush for this portion of the
campground.
DEVELOPABLE AREA
The Three Rivers Park District has established a policy that a maximum of 20% of the land area
within the park may be developed. Three Rivers staff provided a "Composite Master Plan" of
Baker Park Reserve, which illustrates the entire Baker Campground under the 20% Development
Areas which has been attached. Since the entire campground is already considered a "developed
area," the bathroom addition does not impact this development percentage.
SITE DETAILS
Baker Park currently has a number of bathroom facilities within the campground area. The
proposed project will take the form of two separate additions to each end of the building, one on
the men's side, and one on the women's side. Each addition will be approximately 280 square
feet, expanding to double the amount of sinks, toilets and urinals in the building. Additional
improvements are also proposed as described in the applicant's project description.
DIMENSIONS OF PROPOSED ADDITIONS
Existing Bathroom Dimensions: 739 square feet
Proposed Men's Bathroom: 280 square feet
Proposed Women's Bathroom: 280 square feet
PROPOSED TOTAL: 560 square feet
COMBINED TOTAL: 1,299 square feet
EXTERIOR MATERIALS
The addition is proposed to be stick frame construction. The interior and exterior finishes are
proposed to be designed to resemble the main campground shower building. A sample board has
been provided and will be presented at the meeting. The proposed exterior building materials are
as follows:
• New asphalt shingles to match existing
• New "sawdust" colored cement board siding to match existing
• New "rice grain" colored soffits to match existing
• New "favorite tan" colored vertical battens for transition strips and corners
• New 8" glass block windows on north and south elevations
The proposed materials and colors are consistent with the other buildings in the campground.
Staff is in support of the proposed materials.
GENERAL IMPROVEMENTS
The list below identifies only a portion of the proposed interior improvements:
• The climate control system will be improved for better ventilation, decreasing the
moisture in the building, and controlling the building temperature.
• The building will be insulated for prevention of freezing pipes, and increase the months
bathrooms can be available to patrons.
• Interior upgrades will be installed for easier cleaning and reduction of moisture
• Concrete walkways will be installed to better access the facility.
• Additional drinking fountain and jug filler will be added to the exterior of the building.
• The water heater will be replaced.
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PARKING
No additional parking is proposed or needed. Bathroom additions do not generate the need for
increased parking spaces. Patrons are within walking distance to the restroom facilities.
TREES
One tree is proposed to be removed. The applicant is not required to install additional trees as
part of the proposed project.
LANDSCAPING
The applicant does not propose to install landscaping as part of this project.
FUTURE EXPANSIONS
Planning staff recommends that the campground have the right to expand existing structures up
to 5% without having to go through the Conditional Use Permit process. The 5% would be
calculated per building. The City recently approved Three Rivers Park District Golf Course to
have the ability to expand existing buildings up to 5% without a CUP Amendment.
LID REVIEW
During the previous review of the Baker Campground sleeper cabin CUP application, staff
discussed with Three Rivers staff if they had any suggestions, solutions or techniques to alleviate
storm water run-off from the cabins. According to Three Rivers, the Baker Campground is
currently designed and engineered to take most storm -water runoff from the campground and
parking areas, and funnel most of it away from the lakeshore and into scattered drainage basins
inside the developed park area. This year they are working with Pioneer Sarah Watershed to
complete a $260,000 project overhaul of these basins, which are designed and projected to
increase the water quality considerably once finished. The "Storm water Erosion and Drainage
Improvement" plans (attached hereto) indicate where these drainage areas are being improved
near this shower facility.
The City is currently discussing implementing policies, and possibly creating a new ordinance
related to LID, which the City can request or require certain techniques and/or features to assist
in storm water treatment. One of the strategies being discussed is for every land use application
to be reviewed for opportunities to implement LID practices. In this particular case, the increase
in hardcover, approximately 560 sq. ft. for the addition and 1200 sq. ft/ for the additional
concrete walkways are proposed which will bring the building into ADA conformance. Staff
feels this increase in hard cover is relatively small in comparison to the overall size of the
campground. In terms of storm water treatment, it appears the campground area is designed to
drain to various storm water retention ponds with sufficient treatment capabilities.
If the Planning Commission felt additional LID techniques were warranted as part of this project,
we may suggest requesting Three Rivers to install porous pavers or concrete in and around the
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expanded shower facilities. A 1:1 replacement (i.e. amount of porous pavement/pavers equals
the new building space) may be a fair compromise. However, since the city does not have any
ordinance requirements in place at this time, planning staff would defer this recommendation to
the PC and allow the Three Rivers staff the opportunity to comment or accept any additional LID
requirements as part of any approvals. The Park District received estimates to use gray or rain
water and found that it was not feasible.
ENGINEERING CONSIDERATIONS
The City Engineer has reviewed the preliminary plans and calculations for storm water ponds
along with the shower building expansion. Three Rivers Park District plans to add several water
quality and treatment ponds to the campground area where there is currently no treatment. The
runoff from the additional hard cover created by the shower building expansion will be collected
by storm sewer and directed to a new storm water pond. The City Engineer finds the plans
acceptable.
BUILDING & FIRE CONSIDERATIONS
The Building Official has reviewed the proposed improvements and has noted general
requirements of the applicant prior to the issuance of a building permit, such as accessibility
requirements, Minnesota Department of Health approval, and the need for complete
foundation/construction plans at time of permit submittal.
POLICE CONSIDERATIONS
The Police Chief has reviewed the proposed improvements and does not have any issues with the
application.
PUBLIC WORKS CONSIDERATIONS
The Public Works Superintendant has reviewed the proposed improvements and does not have
any issues with the application.
PIONEER-SARAH CREEK WATERSHED MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
Due to the project size, review applies only to erosion control.
PLANNING CONSIDERATIONS
Planning staff has reviewed the proposed application and recommends that the Commission
discuss LID practices that are proposed and whether additional are necessary.
CITY DISCRETION
The City has a relatively low level of discretion when it comes to reviewing Conditional Use
Permits. If the application meets City ordinances, the CUP should be approved. However, the
City may impose conditions on the approval that protect the best interests of the surrounding
community and the city as a whole.
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CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT ORDINANCE COMPLIANCE
While reviewing Conditional Use Permits, City ordinances (Section 825.39) state that the City
should consider the following:
Subd. 1. That the conditional use will not be injurious to the use and enjoyment of other property in
the immediate vicinity for the purposes already permitted, nor substantially diminish and impair
property values within the immediate vicinity.
The bathroom addition will not have an impact on neighboring properties.
Subd. 2. That the establishment of the conditional use will not impede the normal and orderly
development of surrounding vacant property for uses predominant in the area.
The surrounding vacant property is largely Park Reserve land.
Subd. 3. That adequate utilities, access roads, drainage and other necessary facilities have been or
are being provided.
The City s engineer has reviewed the plans and does not bring forward any issues. The use is
not changing and therefore does not generate additional utility needs. Sewer is metered by the
City and water is private. Storm water improvements are proposed for the entire campground.
Subd. 4. That adequate measures have been or will be taken to provide sufficient off-street parking
and loading space to serve the proposed use.
Additional parking is not needed or required.
Subd. 5. That adequate measures have been or will be taken to prevent or control offensive odor,
fumes, dust, noise and vibration, so that none of these will constitute a nuisance, and to control
lighted signs and other lights in such a manner that no disturbance to neighboring properties will
result.
The City will require lighting to comply with Section 829.04; all lighting shall be downcast in
order to maintain a dark sky rural area. The applicant proposes exterior lighting that will be for
security purposes and will be "cut-off" type fixtures so as to not affect adjacent campsites.
Subd. 6. The use, in the opinion of the City Council, is reasonably related to the overall needs of
the City and to the existing land use.
The addition is for an approved campground use and is beneficial to the camper patrons and the
Three Rivers Park District overall.
Subd. 7. The use is consistent with the purposes of the zoning code and the purposes of the zoning
district in which the applicant intends to locate the proposed use.
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Staff believes that the use continues to be consistent with the purposes of the Public/Semi-public
zoning district.
Subd. 8. The use is not in conflict with the policies plan of the City.
Staff believes the use is consistent with the "public/semi-public" guiding.
Subd. 9. The use will not cause traffic hazard or congestion.
Staff believes that the construction of the bathroom addition will not generate additional vehicle
traffic to the campground than what already exists. The bathrooms will be accessed primarily by
foot rather than vehicle.
Subd. 10. Existing businesses nearby will not be adversely affected by intrusion of noise, glare or
general unsightliness.
Staff believes that the distance that the facility is set back mitigates these concerns.
Subd. 11. The developer shall submit a time schedule for completion of the project.
The applicant has stated that they would like to start construction this fall so that it will be
finished for the 2009 summer.
Subd. 12. The developer shall provide proof of ownership of the property to the Zoning Officer.
The property is owned by the Three River Park District.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval of the Conditional Use Permit Amendment to allow for construction
of a 560 square foot addition to the No. 2 bathroom, subject to the following terms and
conditions:
1) The applicant shall provide adequate accessibility requirements, completed
foundation/construction plans, and receive approval from the Minnesota Department of
Health prior to the issuance of a building permit.
2) The storm water pond project shall be installed by June 2009, subject to engineering
review and approval.
3) Existing structures may be expanded by up to 5% of the existing footprint size without
approval of a CUP Amendment.
4) The applicant shall pay to the City a fee in the amount sufficient to pay for all costs
associated with the review of the application to amend the Conditional Use Permit.
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ATTACHMENTS
1) Site Map
2) Description of Request
3) Baker Park Location Plan (2)
4) Composite Master Plan (Developable Area)
5) Bonestroo Review dated September 17, 2008
6) Existing Exterior Building Elevation Pictures (3)
7) Proposed Exterior Building Elevations
8) Existing Floor Plan
9) Proposed Floor Plan
10) Storm water Erosion and Drainage Improvement Plans (4)
11) Existing Conditions Plan
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Agenda Item: 7
MEMORANDUM
TO: Planning Commission
FROM: Dusty Finke, Associate Planner; through Planning Director Benetti
DATE: October 8, 2008
MEETING: October 14, 2008 Planning Commission
SUBJ: Commercial Zoning Regulations
Background
The Planning Commission broadly discussed the Commercial, General Business, and Industrial
Business land uses at the September meeting. Since that time, staff also held an Open House
with developers and property owners, where the existing Urban Commercial, Business Park, and
Industrial Park zoning districts were used as a reference point for discussion.
Following these two discussions, staff determined that reviewing ordinances for all three land
uses at one time would be difficult. Staff was concerned that the Commission would not be able
to spend the necessary time with each ordinance without meeting into the early morning hours.
Staff intends to return with the General Business and Industrial Business zoning ordinances at
the November meeting.
Comprehensive Plan Compliance
As mentioned each time a zoning ordinance is discussed, the goal is to ensure that the ordinances
are consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and can help implement the Plan. The following
excerpts from the Comp Plan discuss the Commercial land use.
Description from Chapter5: Land Use
Commercial (C) provides areas for highway oriented businesses and retail establishments; can
include commercial, office and retail uses; is concentrated along the TH 55 corridor and are
served or will be served by urban services.
Objectives (of Commercial, GeneralBusines4 and Industrial Business) from Chapter5
1. Provide convenient and attractive shopping and services to meet the needs of City
residents.
2. Avoid multiple access points to collector and arterial roads.
3. Encourage businesses that benefit the local community by providing employment
opportunities offering convenience goods and services, utilizing high quality design, and
having limited impact on public services.
4. Require commercial activities that serve the broader metropolitan market to have access
to a regional highway or frontage road.
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5. Regulate the impact of commercial development along the border between commercially
and residentially guided areas to ensure that commercial property has a minimal impact
on residential areas.
6. Regulate construction to ensure high quality, energy and resource efficient buildings and
to promote such Green Building standards as LEED Certifications or the State of
Minnesota Sustainable Building Guidelines: Buildings, Benchmarks and Beyond (B-3)
standards.
7. Encourage construction that enhances the visual appeal of TH 55 corridor.
8. Create standards that promote a more rural appearance, or create campus style
developments.
9. Require frontage roads that do not directly access TH 55 corridor.
10. Require developments to provide frontage roads as shown conceptually in the
transportation plan.
11. Require conditional use permits for manufacturing, processing, cleaning, storage,
maintenance and testing of goods and products in order to prevent adverse affects to the
City and its residents.
12. Use the site plan review process to ensure that commercial and industrial uses are
compatible with neighboring future and existing uses, and with the adjoining public
streets and highways. PUD's may be used to help accomplish this policy.
Feedback from Open House
A small number of property owners and developers attended the Open House, and staff was able
to facilitate a frank roundtable discussion. The discussion primarily surrounded the existing
Urban Commercial zoning district regulations, because most of the people present were
interested in the commercial land use. The main items discussed were: hardcover regulations,
allowed uses, and tree preservation.
The primary discussion surrounded hardcover regulations. As the Commission discussed in
September, the Urban Commercial district limits hardcover to 60%, and Business Park limits it
to 50%. The attendees stated that most communities allow around 80% hardcover within
sewered commercial areas. The information reviewed by the Commission in September does
show that 70-85% is fairly common. The attendees stated that only allowing 60% hardcover
(and especially 50% in BP) makes almost any project extremely difficult, and the effect is to
block any and all development. The attendees pointed to the lack of development over the past 8
years as evidence of this point.
There was also much discussion about the allowed uses. Attendees reported that the list seems
fairly restrictive. They were especially concerned that retail uses, as a permitted use, are limited
to 10,000 S.F. They stated that there did not seem to be good reason to require a CUP for a
Walgreen's or CVS Pharmacy (which are usually 13,000 S.F.) or a larger multi -tenant retail
building. The attendees pointed out that if the purpose is to regulate "big -box" retail, these uses
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are generally over 100,000 S.F. (Target, Lowe's, Cub Foods, etc.). Another concern was the
limitation on warehousing in the Business Park zoning district. The ordinance limits
warehousing to 30% of the structure. The attendees stated that this prevents an office/warehouse
type use.
Attendees also commented that the tree preservation regulations were overly strict. The current
ordinances require an inch -for -inch replacement of every significant tree which is removed. This
means that if three 28 inch trees were removed, the developer would need to plant thirty-four
2.5 inch trees.
Commercial Zoning Districts
The attached ordinance creates four commercial zoning districts. Similar to when the
Commission was discussing the Uptown Hamel districts, it is not necessary to determine what
property will end up in each district. Rezoning will go through a separate process, which will
determine what properties are in each district. Following is a brief description of each district:
Commercial -Highway (CH) — The CH district will include property adjacent to arterial
roadways. The district allows retail and service uses as well as the most auto -oriented uses.
These uses are the most likely to serve people from the broader region.
Commercial -Highway 2 (CH2) — The CH2 district is essentially the same as the CH district,
except that it allows a reduced setback adjacent to railroad right-of-way. CH2 will include
property which is fronted by both railroad and state highway right-of-way. These wide right-of-
ways tend to separate the uses from surrounding areas. The zero -lot line setback would apply to
the Hamel Station development, which was approved with zero -lot line setbacks (under the
Uptown Hamel regulations).
Commercial -Neighborhood (CN) — The CN district will include property in proximity to
residential districts and allows retail and service uses which serve local residents. Auto -oriented
uses would not be permitted in this district.
Commercial -General (CG) — The CG district will include primarily the developed area around
Hamel Road/Tower Drive, which currently includes more warehouse and light industrial uses.
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Allowed Uses
The attached ordinance utilizes a more generalized list of uses than the current Urban
Commercial code, which the City Council preferred to the longer specific list of uses.
The Permitted Uses for all of the commercial districts are fairly similar. The following uses are
Permitted in all of the commercial districts (please note that some of the uses which are
specifically excluded are allowed via CUP):
■ Essential Services
■ Parks and Open Space
■ Public Services
■ Office Uses
■ Retail Uses, except Pawn Shops, Pet Stores, and Adult Establishments
■ Service Uses, except Hospitals, Veterinarian Clinics, Adult Establishments, Services related
to automobiles, and Services delivered off -site, including but not limited to building/lawn
contractors, electrical and other skills trades and pest control.
■ Indoor Recreational Uses
In addition to the uses allowed in all of the commercial districts, the Commercial -General (CG)
district permits Contractor Services (plumbers, electricians, pest control, building contractors,
etc.) and smaller -scale warehousing and wholesaling.
The Conditional Uses which are allowed in each district differentiate them from each other. The
following uses are allowed in each district upon approval of a Conditional Use Permit:
Commercial -Highway &
CH2
Commercial -General
Commercial -Neighborhood
Animal Hospitals,
Vet Clinics and Pet Stores
Animal Hospitals,
Vet Clinics and Pet Stores
Animal Hospitals,
Vet Clinics and Pet Stores
Auto Repair
Auto Repair
Auto Repair
Auto Towing
Auto Towing
Fuel Stations
Car Washes
Car Washes
Drive-throughs
Auto and Trailer sales/rentals
Auto and Trailer sales/rentals
Hospital
Outside Storage
Outside Storage
Warehousing/Wholesaling
Assembly/Light Manufacture
The Commission should discuss if there are any other Retail or Service uses which should
specifically be identified and either require a Conditional Use Permit, or be disallowed from any
of these districts.
As discussed above, the Urban Commercial district currently requires a CUP for any retail space
greater than 10,000 S.F., or that is open between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. The Commission should
recommend if this is an important distinction, and, if so, staff can add standards.
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Lot Standards
Below are the lot standards for each district in the draft ordinance:
CH & CH2
CG
CN
Lot Size
1 acre
1 acre
25,000 S.F.
Lot Width
100 feet
100 feet
100 feet
Lot Depth
120 feet
120 feet
120 feet
Front Setback
50 feet
50 feet
40 feet
Rear Setback
25 feet
20 feet
25 feet
Side Setback
15 feet
10 feet
15 feet
Residential Setback
75 feet
75 feet
40 feet
Railroad Setback
10 feet (zero in CH2)
10 feet
10 feet
Parking Setbacks:
Front
Rear/Interior Side
Side, adjacent to street
Residential
25 feet
10 feet
25 feet
25 feet
25 feet
5 feet
25 feet
25 feet
25 feet
5 feet
25 feet
25 feet
Impervious Surfaces
80%
75%
70%
Staff recommends increasing the maximum hardcover above the 60% currently allowed within
the Urban Commercial district. The City's Stormwater Management Plan will require that new
development implement BMPs to control runoff, reduce nutrient loading, and to treat
stormwater. 70% to 85% are consistent with the surrounding communities which were
summarized in last month's staff report. The Commission should make a recommendation to the
Council on hardcover regulations. Another thing to consider may be to add a requirement that
no more than 85% of the non -wetland property is impervious. This would ensure that a property
which has a lot of wetlands also has some landscaped area.
Design and Development Standards
Staff has identified some subjects below for the Commission to discuss. Generally, these
subjects have either been changed from the previous Urban Commercial regulations, or were
identified by the Commission or at the Open House for further discussion. However,
Commissioners should feel free to discuss any of the other standards in the ordinance as well.
Building Height
Staff has attempted over the past month to schedule a meeting with the fire chiefs of the City in
order to discuss fire safety and building height. Unfortunately, with the ongoing fire services
discussion that the Council was having, it was not possible to schedule a meeting. Staff will
schedule a meeting prior to the ordinance moving on to the Council. Obviously fire safety is one
reason for building height regulation. There are also other zoning reasons to regulate building
height. Staff recommends that the Commission discuss building height as if the fire chiefs were
open to additional height. The Commission should determine if they would recommend
allowing building heights higher than 35 feet in any of the districts.
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Lighting
Staff utilized the lighting regulations from the Urban Commercial district, which allows 0.0
footcandles of light adjacent to residential property, and 0.5 adjacent to other commercial
property.
Tree Preservation
The ordinance references the tree preservation ordinance passed last year. Essentially, this
would allow approximately 30-35% (depending on lot size) of trees to be removed prior to
triggering inch -for -inch replacement.
Landscaping
The ordinance requires overstory trees (1 per 40 feet of lot perimeter) and shrubs/understory
trees (1 per 30 feet of lot perimeter). The current Urban Commercial zoning district is more
general about landscaping requirements (except requiring street trees every 50 feet). The
ordinance allows a property owner credit for significant trees which are preserved as well.
Building Modulation and Transparency
The ordinance requires that buildings are modulated at least once every 40 feet in order to
prevent monotonous building walls. The Commission had discussed this requirement in
September, and is similar to what was required in Uptown Hamel. The ordinance also requires
any building elevation fronting a public street to have 25% window coverage. The Commission
should determine if this should apply to all commercial districts, or if different percentages
should be used in each district (for example, higher percentages in CN and CH, lower in CG).
Building Materials
As discussed in September, the building material requirements of the Urban Commercial
ordinance are fairly consistent with other suburban cities. The draft ordinance adds fiber cement
lap siding as a permitted accent material. Also, staff added rock face decorative block (concrete
blocks that are faced to look like brick, stone, etc.) as a permitted material in addition to pre -cast
panels or cast -in -place decorative concrete, which are currently allowed.
Multi -sided Architecture
The ordinance includes a requirement that any rear or side building elevation facing a road
include materials and design similar to the front fa9ade.
Auto Repair Setback Requirement
The Commission should discuss the requirement for Auto Repair uses to be setback from
residential zoning district. This regulation makes a lot of sense for new businesses, and would
be consistent with other uses (drive-throughs, manufacturing, etc.). However, the Commission
should be aware that such a requirement would place a number of shops on Pinto Drive and
Hickory into non-conformance.
Attachments
1. DRAFT ordinance
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CITY OF MEDINA
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE CREATING THE COMMERCIAL -HIGHWAY,
COMMERCIAL -HIGHWAY 2, COMMERCIAL -GENERAL, AND
COMMERCIAL -NEIGHBORHOOD ZONING DISTRICTS;
ADDING NEW SECTION 838 AND AMENDING SECTION 825.07.
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MEDINA, MINNESOTA ORDAINS AS
FOLLOWS:
SECTION I. The Medina code of ordinances is amended to add new section 838.1 et seq. as
follows:
SECTION 838.1
COMMERCIAL -HIGHWAY (CH) DISTRICT
Section 838.1.01 Commercial -Highway (CH) - Purpose. The purpose of the Commercial -
Highway (CH) district is to provide a zoning district for a mix of retail and service businesses
with visibility from and proximity to arterial roadways which provide services for residents of
the City as well as the broader region.
Section 838.1.02. (CH) Permitted Uses. The following shall be permitted uses within the CH
district, subject to applicable provisions of the city code:
■ Essential Services
■ Parks and Open Space
■ Public Services
■ Office Uses
■ Retail Uses, except Pawn Shops, Pet Stores, and Adult Establishments
■ Service Uses, except Hospitals, Veterinarian Clinics, Adult Establishments, Services related
to automobiles, and Services delivered off -site, including but not limited to building/lawn
contractors, electrical and other skills trades and pest control.
■ Indoor Recreational Uses
Section 838.1.03. (CH) Conditional Uses. The following shall be permitted uses within the CH
district, subject to conditional use permit approval, the specific requirements established in
Section 838.5.08, and other applicable provisions of the city code:
■ Motor Fuel Stations
■ Automobile Repair, Oil Lubrication Service Shops, Auto Body Shops
■ Automobile Towing
■ Car Washes or Auto Detailing
■ Automobile, Marine, or Trailer Sales or Rental
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�% S e a s o n a l F l e a M a r k e t o r F a r m e r s M a r k e t , s u b j e c t t o a n a d m i n i s t r a t i v e p e r m i t a n d t h e
r e q u i r e m e n t s e s t a b l i s h e d i n S e c t i o n 8 3 8 . 5 . 0 8 .
S e c t i o n 8 3 8 . 1 . 0 5 . ( C H ) L o t S t a n d a r d s . T h e f o l l o w i n g s t a n d a r d s s h a l l b e o b s e r v e d , s u b j e c t t o
a d d i t i o n a l r e q u i r e m e n t s , e x c e p t i o n s a n d m o d i f i c a t i o n s s e t f o r t h i n t h e c i t y c o d e :
S u b d . 1 . M i n i m u m L o t S i z e : O n e a c r e
S u b d . 2 . M i n i m u m L o t W i d t h : 1 0 0 f e e t
S u b d . 3 . M i n i m u m L o t D e p t h : 1 2 0 f e e t
S u b d . 4 . A l o t o f r e c o r d , w h i c h e x i s t e d o n o r b e f o r e D e c e m b e r 3 1 , 1 9 9 9 , a n d h a s o n e o r
m o r e o f t h e f o l l o w i n g c h a r a c t e r i s t i c s s h a l l b e c o n s i d e r e d b u i l d a b l e , w i t h o u t r e q u i r i n g a
v a r i a n c e , p r o v i d e d a l l o t h e r r e l e v a n t p r o v i s i o n s o f t h e o r d i n a n c e a r e m e t :
( a ) L e s s t h a n t h e r e q u i r e d l o t s i z e
( b ) L e s s t h a n t h e r e q u i r e d l o t w i d t h
( c ) L e s s t h a n t h e r e q u i r e d l o t d e p t h
S u b d . 5 . M i n i m u m F r o n t Y a r d S e t b a c k : 5 0 f e e t
S u b d . 6 . M i n i m u m R e a r Y a r d S e t b a c k : 2 5 f e e t
S u b d . 7 . M i n i m u m I n t e r i o r S i d e Y a r d S e t b a c k : 1 5 f e e t
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Subd. 8. Minimum Side Yard Setback if adjacent to street: 50 feet
Subd. 9. Minimum Residential Setback: Any setback adjacent to a residential zoning
district shall be increased to 75 feet.
Subd. 10. Minimum Railroad Setback: Any setback adjacent to a railroad right-of-way may
be reduced to 10 feet.
Subd. 11. Minimum Parking Setbacks: Parking may encroach within the yard setbacks
required by this section but shall be located the following distances from property lines:
(a) Front Yard: 25 feet
(b) Rear and Interior Side Yard: 10 feet, except to accommodate shared/joint parking
across a common lot line.
(c) Side Yard, if adjacent to street: 25 feet
(d) Residential Zoning District: 25 feet. Parking shall be buffered or screened so that
there is no line of sight between the vehicles and the main floor of residences within
the adjacent residential district.
Subd. 12. Maximum Impervious Surface: Impervious surface coverage shall not exceed
80 percent.
Section 838.1.06. (CH) Design and Development Standards. The following standards shall
be observed, subject to additional requirements, exceptions and modifications set forth in the city
code:
Subd. 1. Maximum Building Height: 30 feet, unless the structure is equipped with a
sprinkler system in which case building height shall not exceed 35 feet.
Subd. 2. Outdoor Lighting: Unless otherwise specified herein, outdoor lighting shall abide
by the requirements specified in the Outdoor Lighting Ordinance.
(a) Lighting levels at property lines shall be limited to 0.5 foot-candle, except if
adjacent to a residential zoning district, where lighting shall be limited to 0.0 foot-
candle.
(b) Parking and Walkway lighting fixtures shall utilize full cutoff luminaries with no
more than 10 percent of light output above the horizontal plane through the light
source.
(c) Landscape and architectural lighting shall be aimed directly at the area of focus.
Spill light shall be minimized through the use of narrow distribution luminaries and
control devices such as louvers, refractors, barn doors, and glare shields.
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SECTION II. The Medina code of ordinances is amended to add new section 838.2 et seq. as
follows:
SECTION 838.2
COMMERCIAL -HIGHWAY (CH-2) DISTRICT
Section 838.2.01 Commercial -Highway 2 (CH-2) - Purpose. The purpose of the Commercial -
Highway 2 (CH-2) district is to provide a zoning district for a mix of retail and service
businesses with visibility from and proximity to arterial roadways which provide services for
residents of the City as well as the broader region. The district is similar to Commercial -
Highway except for property in the district is fronted by both state highway and railroad right-of-
way, which separates the property from surrounding uses.
Section 838.2.02. (CH-2) Permitted Uses. The following shall be permitted uses within the
CH-2 district, subject to applicable provisions of the city code:
■ Essential Services
■ Parks and Open Space
■ Public Services
■ Office Uses
■ Retail Uses, except Pawn Shops, Pet Stores, and Adult Establishments
■ Service Uses, except Hospitals, Veterinarian Clinics, Adult Establishments, Services related
to automobiles, and Services delivered off -site, including but not limited to building/lawn
contractors, electrical and other skills trades and pest control.
■ Indoor Recreational Uses
Section 838.2.03. (CH-2) Conditional Uses. The following shall be permitted uses within the
CH-2 district, subject to conditional use permit approval, the specific requirements established in
Section 838.5.08, and other applicable provisions of the city code:
■ Motor Fuel Stations
■ Automobile Repair, Oil Lubrication Service Shops, Auto Body Shops
■ Automobile Towing
■ Car Washes or Auto Detailing
■ Automobile, Marine, or Trailer Sales or Rental
■ Drive -through services
■ Hospitals
■ Animal Hospitals, Veterinarian Clinic and Pet Stores
■ Outdoor Storage
Comment [DF2]: Currently only
permitted as accessory use
Section 838.2.04. (CH-2) Accessory Uses. The following accessory uses shall be allowed
within the CH-2 district, subject to applicable provisions of the city code and provided such use
is subordinate to and associated with a permitted or conditional use:
■ Off-street parking and loading
■ Signs
■ Outdoor dining and/or drinking areas
■ Outdoor recreational sports courts, subject to a conditional use permit and the requirements
established in Section 838.5.08.
■ Outdoor display of goods used in conjunction with and on the same site as the permitted use
or conditional use, provided the storage or display area does not exceed 100 square feet, is
directly adjacent to the principal structure, does not occupy parking/loading areas, and does
not interfere with fire safety access to the building.
■ Seasonal Flea Market or Farmers Market, subject to an administrative permit and the
requirements established in Section 838.5.08.
Section 838.2.05. (CH-2) Lot Standards. The following standards shall be observed, subject to
additional requirements, exceptions and modifications set forth in the city code:
Subd. 1. Minimum Lot Size: One acre
Subd. 2. Minimum Lot Width: 100 feet
Subd. 3. Minimum Lot Depth: 120 feet
Subd. 4. A lot of record, which existed on or before December 31, 1999, and has one or
more of the following characteristics shall be considered buildable, without requiring a
variance, provided all other relevant provisions of the ordinance are met:
(d) Less than the required lot size
(e) Less than the required lot width
(f) Less than the required lot depth
Subd. 5. Minimum Front Yard Setback: 50 feet
Subd. 6. Minimum Rear Yard Setback: 25 feet
Subd. 7. Minimum Interior Side Yard Setback: 15 feet
Subd. 8. Minimum Side Yard Setback if adjacent to street: 50 feet
Subd. 9. Minimum Residential Setback: Any setback adjacent to a residential zoning
district shall be increased to 75 feet.
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Subd. 10. Minimum Railroad Setback: Any setback adjacent to a railroad right-of-way, or
adjacent to a public street directly abutting a railroad right-of-way, may be reduced to
zero.
Subd. 11. Minimum Parking Setbacks: Parking may encroach within the yard setbacks
required by this section but shall be located the following distances from property lines:
(a) Front Yard: 25 feet
(b) Rear and Interior Side Yard: 10 feet, except to accommodate shared/joint parking
across a common lot line.
(c) Side Yard, if adjacent to street: 25 feet
(d) Residential Zoning District: 25 feet. Parking shall be buffered or screened so that
there is no line of sight between the vehicles and the main floor of residences
within the adjacent residential district.
Subd. 12. Maximum Impervious Surface: Impervious surface coverage shall not exceed 80
percent.
Section 838.2.06. (CH-2) Design and Development Standards. The following standards shall
be observed, subject to additional requirements, exceptions and modifications set forth in the city
code:
Subd. 1. Maximum Building Height: 30 feet, unless the structure is equipped with a
sprinkler system in which case building height shall not exceed 35 feet.
Subd. 2. Outdoor Lighting: Unless otherwise specified herein, outdoor lighting shall abide
by the requirements specified in the Outdoor Lighting Ordinance.
(a) Lighting levels at property lines shall be limited to 0.5 foot-candle, except if adjacent
to a residential zoning district, where lighting shall be limited to 0.0 foot-candle.
(b) Parking and Walkway lighting fixtures shall utilize full cutoff luminaries with no
more than 10 percent of light output above the horizontal plane through the light
source.
(c) Landscape and architectural lighting shall be aimed directly at the area of focus. Spill
light shall be minimized through the use of narrow distribution luminaries and
control devices such as louvers, refractors, barn doors, and glare shields.
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SECTION III. The Medina code of ordinances is amended to add new section 838.3 et seq. as
follows:
SECTION 838.3
COMMERCIAL -GENERAL (CG) DISTRICT
Section 838.3.01 Commercial -General (CG) - Purpose. The purpose of the Commercial -
General (CG) district is to provide a zoning district for a mix of service, office, warehouse, and
light manufacturing businesses which generally have direct access, but not frontage, on arterial
roadways.
Section 838.3.02. (CG) Permitted Uses. The following shall be permitted uses within the CG
district, subject to applicable provisions of the city code:
■ Essential services
■ Parks and open space
■ Public Services
■ Office Uses
■ Retail Uses, except Pawn Shops, Pet Stores, and Adult Establishments
■ Service Uses, except Hospitals, Veterinarian Clinics, Adult Establishments, Services related
to automobiles
■ Contractor services typically delivered off -site such as, building contractors, lawn care,
electrical, plumbing, locksmiths, and extermination or pest control
■ Warehousing, Wholesaling, and Distributors under 10,000 square feet
■ Indoor Recreational Uses
Section 838.3.03. (CG) Conditional Uses. The following shall be permitted uses within the CG
district, subject to conditional use permit approval, the specific requirements established in
Section 838.5.08, and other applicable provisions of the city code:
■ Automobile Repair, Oil Lubrication Service Shops, Auto Body Shops
■ Automobile Towing
■ Car Washes or Auto Detailing
■ Automobile, Marine, or Trailer Sales or Rental
■ Animal Hospitals, Veterinarian Clinic and Pet Stores
■ Warehousing, Wholesaling, and Distributors more than 10,000 but less than 20,000 square
feel
■ Assembly and Manufacturing of light industrial products
■ Outdoor Storage
Comment [DF3]: Currently only
permitted as accessory use
Comment [DF4]: This is a carry-over
from current code.
Section 838.3.04. (CG) Accessory Uses. The following accessory uses shall be allowed within
the CG district, subject to applicable provisions of the city code and provided such use is
subordinate to and associated with a permitted or conditional use:
■ Off-street parking and loading.
■ Signs
■ Outdoor dining and/or drinking areas
■ Outdoor recreational sports courts, subject to a conditional use permit and the requirements
established in Section 838.5.08.
■ Outdoor display of goods used in conjunction with and on the same site as the permitted use
or conditional use, provided the storage or display area shall not exceed 100 square feet, is
directly adjacent to the principal structure, does not occupy parking/loading areas, and does
not interfere with fire safety access to the building.
Section 838.3.05. (CG) Lot Standards. The following standards shall be observed, subject to
additional requirements, exceptions and modifications set forth in the city code:
Subd. 1. Minimum Lot Size: One acre
Subd. 2. Minimum Lot Width: 100 feet
Subd. 3. Minimum Lot Depth: 120 feet
Subd. 4. A lot of record, which existed on or before December 31, 1999, and has one or
more of the following characteristics shall be considered buildable, without requiring a
variance, provided all other relevant provisions of the ordinance are met:
(g) Less than the required lot size
(h) Less than the required lot width
(i) Less than the required lot depth
Subd. 5. Minimum Front Yard Setback: 50 feet
Subd. 6. Minimum Rear Yard Setback: 20 feet
Subd. 7. Minimum Interior Side Yard Setback: 10 feet
Subd. 8. Minimum Side Yard Setback if adjacent to street: 50 feet
Subd. 9. Minimum Residential Setback: Any setback adjacent to a residential zoning
district shall be increased to 75 feet.
Subd. 10. Minimum Railroad Setback: Any setback adjacent to a railroad right-of-way may
be reduced to 10 feet.
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Subd. 11. Minimum Parking Setbacks: Parking may encroach within the yard setbacks
required by this section but shall be located the following distances from property lines:
(a) Front Yard: 25 feet
(b) Rear and Interior Side Yard: 5 feet, except to accommodate shared/joint parking
across a common lot line.
(c) Side Yard, if adjacent to street: 25 feet
(d) Residential Zoning District: 25 feet. Parking shall be buffered or screened so that
there is no line of sight between the vehicles and the main floor of residences
within the adjacent residential district.
Subd. 12. Maximum Impervious Surface: Impervious surface coverage shall not exceed
75 percent.
Section 838.3.06. (CG) Design and Development Standards. The following standards shall
be observed, subject to additional requirements, exceptions and modifications set forth in the city
code:
Subd. 1. Maximum Building Height: 30 feet, unless the structure is equipped with a
sprinkler system in which case building height shall not exceed 35 feet.
Subd. 2. Outdoor Lighting: Unless otherwise specified herein, outdoor lighting shall abide
by the requirements specified in the Outdoor Lighting Ordinance.
(a) Lighting levels at property lines shall be limited to 0.5 foot-candle, except if adjacent
to a residential zoning district, where lighting shall be limited to 0.0 foot-candle.
(b) Parking and Walkway lighting fixtures shall utilize full cutoff luminaries with no
more than 10 percent of light output above the horizontal plane through the light
source.
(c) Landscape and architectural lighting shall be aimed directly at the area of focus.
Spill light shall be minimized through the use of narrow distribution luminaries
and control devices such as louvers, refractors, barn doors, and glare shields.
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SECTION IV. The Medina code of ordinances is amended to add new section 838.4 et seq. as
follows:
SECTION 838.4
COMMERCIAL -NEIGHBORHOOD (CN) DISTRICT
Section 838.4.01 Commercial -Highway (CN) - Purpose. The purpose of the Commercial -
Neighborhood (CN) district is to provide a zoning district for a mix of lower intensity retail and
service businesses within proximity of residential zoning districts which provide services
primarily for local residents.
Section 838.4.02. (CN) Permitted Uses. The following shall be permitted uses within the CN
district, subject to applicable provisions of the city code:
■ Essential services
■ Parks and open space
■ Public Services
■ Office Uses
■ Retail Uses, except Pawn Shops, Pet Stores, and Adult Establishments
■ Service Uses, except Hospitals, Veterinarian Clinics, Adult Establishments, Services related
to automobiles, and Services delivered off -site, including but not limited to building/lawn
contractors, electrical and other skills trades and pest control
■ Indoor Recreational Uses
Section 838.4.03. (CN) Conditional Uses. The following shall be permitted uses within the CN
district, subject to conditional use permit approval, the specific requirements established in
Section 838.5.08, and other applicable provisions of the city code:
■ Automobile Repair, Oil Lubrication Service Shops, Auto Body Shops
■ Animal Hospitals, Veterinarian Clinic and Pet Stores
Section 838.4.04. (CN) Accessory Uses. The following accessory uses shall be allowed within
the CN district, subject to applicable provisions of the city code and provided such use is
subordinate to and associated with a permitted or conditional use:
■ Off-street parking and loading
■ Signs
■ Outdoor dining and/or drinking areas
■ Outdoor recreational sports courts, subject to a conditional use permit and the requirements
established in Section 838.5.08.
■ Outdoor display of goods used in conjunction with and on the same site as the permitted use
or conditional use, provided the storage or display area does not exceed 100 square feet, is
directly adjacent to the principal structure, does not occupy parking/loading areas, and does
not interfere with fire safety access to the building.
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�% S e a s o n a l F l e a M a r k e t o r F a r m e r s M a r k e t , s u b j e c t t o a n a d m i n i s t r a t i v e p e r m i t a n d t h e
r e q u i r e m e n t s e s t a b l i s h e d i n S e c t i o n 8 3 8 . 5 . 0 8 .
S e c t i o n 8 3 8 . 4 . 0 5 . ( C N ) L o t S t a n d a r d s . T h e f o l l o w i n g s t a n d a r d s s h a l l b e o b s e r v e d , s u b j e c t t o
a d d i t i o n a l r e q u i r e m e n t s , e x c e p t i o n s a n d m o d i f i c a t i o n s s e t f o r t h i n t h e c i t y c o d e :
S u b d . 1 . M i n i m u m L o t S i z e : 2 5 , 0 0 0 s q u a r e f e e t
S u b d . 2 . M i n i m u m L o t W i d t h : 1 0 0 f e e t
S u b d . 3 . M i n i m u m L o t D e p t h : 1 2 0 f e e t
S u b d . 4 . A l o t o f r e c o r d , w h i c h e x i s t e d o n o r b e f o r e D e c e m b e r 3 1 , 1 9 9 9 , a n d h a s o n e o r
m o r e o f t h e f o l l o w i n g c h a r a c t e r i s t i c s s h a l l b e c o n s i d e r e d b u i l d a b l e , w i t h o u t r e q u i r i n g a
v a r i a n c e , p r o v i d e d a l l o t h e r r e l e v a n t p r o v i s i o n s o f t h e o r d i n a n c e a r e m e t :
( j ) L e s s t h a n t h e r e q u i r e d l o t s i z e
( k ) L e s s t h a n t h e r e q u i r e d l o t w i d t h
( 1 ) L e s s t h a n t h e r e q u i r e d l o t d e p t h
S u b d . 5 . M i n i m u m F r o n t Y a r d S e t b a c k : 4 0 f e e t
S u b d . 6 . M i n i m u m R e a r Y a r d S e t b a c k : 2 5 f e e t
S u b d . 7 . M i n i m u m I n t e r i o r S i d e Y a r d S e t b a c k : 1 5 f e e t
S u b d . 8 . M i n i m u m S i d e Y a r d S e t b a c k i f a d j a c e n t t o s t r e e t : 4 0 f e e t
S u b d . 9 . M i n i m u m R e s i d e n t i a l S e t b a c k : A n y s e t b a c k a d j a c e n t t o a r e s i d e n t i a l z o n i n g
d i s t r i c t s h a l l b e i n c r e a s e d t o 4 0 f e e t .
S u b d . 1 0 . M i n i m u m R a i l r o a d S e t b a c k : A n y s e t b a c k a d j a c e n t t o a r a i l r o a d r i g h t - o f - w a y m a y
b e r e d u c e d t o 1 0 f e e t .
S u b d . 1 1 . M i n i m u m P a r k i n g S e t b a c k s : P a r k i n g m a y e n c r o a c h w i t h i n t h e y a r d s e t b a c k s
r e q u i r e d b y t h i s s e c t i o n b u t s h a l l b e l o c a t e d t h e f o l l o w i n g d i s t a n c e s f r o m p r o p e r t y l i n e s :
( a ) F r o n t Y a r d : 2 5 f e e t
( b ) R e a r a n d I n t e r i o r S i d e Y a r d : 5 f e e t , e x c e p t t o a c c o m m o d a t e s h a r e d / j o i n t p a r k i n g
a c r o s s a c o m m o n l o t l i n e .
( c ) S i d e Y a r d , i f a d j a c e n t t o s t r e e t : 2 5 f e e t
( d ) R e s i d e n t i a l Z o n i n g D i s t r i c t : 2 5 f e e t . P a r k i n g s h a l l b e b u f f e r e d o r s c r e e n e d s o t h a t
t h e r e i s n o l i n e o f s i g h t b e t w e e n t h e v e h i c l e s a n d t h e m a i n f l o o r o f r e s i d e n c e s w i t h i n
t h e a d j a c e n t r e s i d e n t i a l d i s t r i c t .
S u b d . 1 2 . M a x i m u m I m p e r v i o u s S u r f a c e : I m p e r v i o u s s u r f a c e c o v e r a g e s h a l l n o t e x c e e d
7 0 p e r c e n t .
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Section 838.4.06. (CN) Design and Development Standards. The following standards shall
be observed, subject to additional requirements, exceptions and modifications set forth in the city
code:
Subd. 1. Maximum Building Height: 30 feet, unless the structure is equipped with a
sprinkler system in which case building height shall not exceed 35 feet.
Subd. 2. Outdoor Lighting: Unless otherwise specified herein, outdoor lighting shall abide
by the requirements specified in the Outdoor Lighting Ordinance.
(a) Lighting levels at property lines shall be limited to 0.0 foot-candle.
(b) Parking and Walkway lighting fixtures shall utilize full cutoff luminaries with no
more than 10 percent of light output above the horizontal plane through the light
source.
(c) Landscape and architectural lighting shall be aimed directly at the area of focus. Spill
light shall be minimized through the use of narrow distribution luminaries and
control devices such as louvers, refractors, barn doors, and glare shields.
Subd. 3. Outdoor Storage Prohibited. Outdoor Storage shall be prohibited within the
Commercial -Neighborhood zoning district.
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SECTION V. The Medina code of ordinances is amended to add new section 838.5 et seq. as
follows:
SECTION 838.5
SUPPLEMENTAL DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
FOR COMMERCIAL DISTRICTS
Section 838.5.01. Generally. The standards of this Section shall apply to all commercial
zoning districts, subject to requirements set forth in other sections of this ordinance. These
standards are established to reduce the impact of commercial uses on surrounding land uses and
to achieve a high standard of development.
Section 838.5.02. Building Materials and Design.
Subd. 1. Building Materials. All exterior building materials shall be durable and meet the
following standards:
(a) At least 30 percent shall be brick, natural stone, stucco (but not Exterior Insulation
and Finish System), copper, or glass.
(b) A maximum of 20 percent may be wood, metal, for fiber cement lap siding if used as
accent materials which are integrated into the overall building design.
(c) A maximum of 70 percent may be decorative concrete, split face (rock face)
decorative block, I and/or decorative pre -cast concrete panels. Decorative concrete
shall be color impregnated in earth tones (rather than painted) and shall be
patterned to create a high quality terrazzo, brick, stucco, or travertine appearance.
Subd. 2. Building Modulation. Buildings shall be modulated a minimum of once per 40
feet in frontage to avoid long, monotonous building walls. This modulation may include
varying building height, building setback, or building materials/design.
Subd. 3. Building Fenestration and Transparency. Any building elevation which faces a
public street shall require a minimum of 25 percent window coverage.
Subd. 4. Multi -sided Architecture. Any rear or side building elevation which faces a
public street, an interior access drive for the development, or a residential zoning district
shall include design and architectural elements which of a quality generally associated
with a front facade. The elevation(s) shall be compatible with the front building
elevation. Additional signage shall be permitted for an elevation facing a public street or
interior access drive, as regulated within the sign ordinance.
Section 838.5.03. Landscaping Requirements.
Subd. 1. Generally. The entire lot shall be landscaped, except for areas occupied by
buildings, walks, trails, parking lots, drives, loading docks, plaza space, wetlands,
wetland buffers, and woodlands. Landscaping shall include trees, shrubs, plantings, and
sod. Areas may be seeded if determined to be practically necessary by the City. Properly
maintained natural vegetation may also be utilized.
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Comment [DF5]: Not permitted in
current code. This is allowed as an
accent material in some other cities.
Comment [DF6]: Not permitted in
current code (code only allows panels or
cast -in -place). Decorative block is
permitted in some other cities.
Comment [DF7]: Current code makes
general statements about modulation and
fenestration. These specific standards
would be a new addition.
Subd. 2. Building Setting. At least 10 feet of landscaped area shall be provided adjacent to
all buildings except for walks, plaza space and approved loading docks.
Subd. 3. Overstory Trees. A minimum of one tree per 40 feet or fraction thereof, of lot
perimeter shall be required.
(a) Size. Deciduous trees shall not be less that 2.5 caliper inches measured four feet off
ground, and coniferous trees shall not be less than six feet in height.
(b) Location. Trees location shall be approved by the City prior to planting.
(c) Type. Trees shall be suitable for the soil and site conditions and compliment others
in the area. Native species, as listed within the Tree Preservation Ordinance are
required unless otherwise necessary. No more than 25 percent of trees may be of
a single species.
(d) Credit for Preserved Trees. The City may reduce the required number of overstory
trees if an applicant preserves more existing Trees than required by Subd. 7 of
Section 838.5.03. The trees must satisfy the requirements of Subd. 2 of Section
838.5.03. The City shall determine the amount of credit granted for such existing
trees.
Subd. 4. Understory Trees and Shrubs. In addition to overstory trees, a full compliment
of understory trees and shrubs shall be provided to complete a quality landscape
treatment of the lot. In no instances shall the number of understory trees and shrubs be
less than one per 30 feet, or fraction thereof, of lot perimeter.
Subd. 5. Parking Lot Landscaping. A minimum of eight percent of the total land area
within parking, driveway, and loading dock areas shall be landscaped. Landscaping areas
shall break up long rows of parking approximately every 20 spaces. If practical,
landscaping areas shall be sunken in order to infiltrate stormwater runoff from the
adjacent parking area.
Subd. 6. Landscaping Guarantee. The owner shall guarantee the growth and maintenance
of all plants for a minimum of two growing seasons following an inspection of all
completed plantings. The owner shall submit a financial guarantee, in a form acceptable
to the City, prior to issuance of a building permit to ensure the planting and survival of
the plantings. Any plant which has died or severely declined (i.e. 25% of the crown has
died in the case of trees) shall be replaced, and the replacement should be guaranteed for
an additional two growing seasons. The City shall retain financial guarantee in an
amount necessary for any replacements.
Subd. 7. Tree Preservation. Removal of significant trees and any construction activity
within commercial districts shall be subject to the requirements set forth by the City's
Tree Preservation Ordinance.
Section 838.5.04. Utilities, Mechanical Equipment, and Trash and Recycling Facilities.
Subd. 1. Utilities. All utilities shall be placed underground. To the extent possible, all
utility equipment, meters and transformers shall be placed either inside of the building or
within an outside mechanical court formed by walls. If not located within the building,
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Comment [DF8]: Current code
requires one tree per 50 feet.
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Comment [DF9]: This specific
standard is newly added. One shrub per
30 feet is utilized by another City.
`Identifying a specific number may
Comment [DPI 0]: Current code
allows no removal without replacement.
The Tree Preservation ordinance allows
around 30% (depending on lot size) of
trees to be removed. More than this
amount would require replacement.
these items shall be fully screened from view from adjacent property and streets through
the use of opaque landscaping or walls which are compatible with the building.
Subd. 2. Mechanical Equipment. All HVAC and other mechanical equipment shall be
designed, located, and/or screened so they are not visible from adjacent property or
public streets.
(a) Rooftop Equipment. Equipment shall be screened through the use of architectural
elements and materials which are compatible with the overall design of the
building. Wood fencing or chain link fencing with slats shall not be permitted.
(b) Ground Equipment. Equipment shall be screened with walls which are compatible
with the building or with landscaping which is opaque during the entire year.
Subd. 3. Trash and Recycling Facilities. All trash and material to be recycled shall be
stored within the principal building, within an accessory structure, or within an enclosed
outdoor area adjacent to the principal structure. The accessory structure or enclosed area
shall be constructed of similar materials and have compatible architecture as the principal
structure and shall abide by yard setback requirements.
Section 838.5.05. Screening. In situations where screening is required by the zoning ordinance
or as a term of a conditional use permit, the following standards shall be satisfied through the use
of fences, walls, or vegetative screens.
Subd. 1. Standards for vegetative screens. Vegetative screens shall consist of fully hardy
plant materials, planted in a way to be at least 80 percent opaque year-round. The height
of the screen shall be determined by the City taking into account the characteristics of the
object(s) or area being screened, but shall be of adequate height immediately upon
planting.
Subd. 2. Standards for screening fences or walls. A screening fence or wall shall be
constructed of attractive, finished materials such as masonry, brick or wood. Materials
and design shall be compatible with the principal structure. The height of the fence or
wall shall be determined by the City taking into account the characteristics of the
object(s) or area being screened.
Subd. 3. Maintenance. The property owner shall be responsible for ensuring that fences
and walls are not in disrepair and that planting screens are maintained in a neat and
healthful condition. Failure to do so shall be a violation of this ordinance and may be
deemed a nuisance, subject to necessary enforcement procedures.
Subd. 4. Berming. If an earth berm is proposed to supplement the screening, the berm
shall be undulating in order to give a natural appearance.
Section 838.5.06. Outside Storage of Service Vehicles. A limited amount of vehicles utilized
for the use permitted on a property may be stored within the required off-street parking area.
One vehicle for every 5,000 square feet of building footprint area shall be allowed, provided the
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vehicles are currently licensed, operable, less than 24 feet in length, and not more than 24,000
lbs. of gross vehicle weight. Additional vehicles and larger vehicles than allowed above may
also be parked on the property, but shall be parked within the loading dock, or otherwise are
screened from view.
Section 838.5.07. Loading Docks.
Subd. 1. Screened from Residential. No loading dock shall be visible, to the fullest extent
possible, from any residential zoning district. Screening may be accomplished through
one or more of the following: using buildings to screen, opaque landscaping, decorative
walls, or decorative fencing.
Subd. 2. Location. No loading dock shall encroach on the setbacks required for the zoning
district for the front yard or a side yard adjacent to a street. Loading docks shall be
located in a way, and landscaping shall be utilized to minimize visibility from streets.
Section 838.5.08. Supplemental Requirements for Specific Uses within Commercial Zoning
Districts. The following uses shall be subject to the specific requirements set forth below in
addition to other applicable provisions of the city code.
Subd. 1. Motor Fuel Stations
(a) Fuel pumps and structures shall be no less than 200 feet from residential zoning
districts.
(b) No ingress or egress to the site shall be provided within 60 feet of the projected curb
lines of intersecting streets.
(c) Fuel pumps shall be installed at least 12 feet from required yard setbacks.
(d) Stacking shall be provided at each fuel pump island which does not interfere with
vehicle or pedestrian circulation.
(e) Site drainage and stormwater facilities shall be designed to limit the potential impact
of fuel and other hazardous materials.
(f) Any protective canopy shall meet the required yard setbacks of the district, but in no
case shall be setback less than 20 feet from a property line. The canopy structure
shall be constructed using materials and architectural design which are compatible
with the principal structure. Canopy lighting shall be recessed or fully shielded
and shall meet the outdoor lighting requirements of this ordinance.
(g) No sales, rental, repair, or maintenance of motor vehicles or trailers shall be permitted
unless these uses are part of the conditional use permit approval and meet the
requirements set forth herein for the specific use.
(h) Screening may be required to limit the impact of headlights on adjacent property.
(i) Modification of the requirements of this section may be made for fuel stations in
existence prior to February 1, 2001 if the city council finds that, because of the
shape of the lot, size of the lot, location of the principal structure, or similar
circumstances that it would be impossible to satisfy the strict terms of this section
or that they could be satisfied only by imposing exceptional undue hardship upon
the owner of the lot.
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Subd. 2. Automobile Repair, Oil Lubrication Service Shops, Auto Body Shops
(a) .1.he structure containing the use shall be no less than 200 feet from residential zoning
districts.
(b) Vehicles parked outside awaiting service or pick-up shall be considered outside
storage, which shall meet the standards required herein.
(c) All repair functions shall occur within an enclosed building.
(d) No sales, storage, or display of automobiles shall be permitted unless a conditional
use permit is granted for such a use.
(e) Equipment specifications shall be submitted. Vibration and noise reduction measures
may be required by the city.
(f) Screening may be required to limit sight and noise impacts of service bays.
(g) Adequate provision shall be made for proper inside storage of all new and used
petroleum, chemical, liquid, and other products.
Subd. 3. Car Washes or Auto Detailing`
(a) Screening may be required to limit sight and noise impacts of service bays.
(b) Adequate provisions shall be made for circulation and stacking. Stacking
requirements shall be based on the specifications of the car wash and the amount
of time required to wash a car.
Subd. 4. Automobile, Marine, or Trailer Sales or Rental
(a) Inventory shall be stored and displayed inside of a building liar within an approved
outdoor storage area, which shall meet the standards required herein.
(b) No inoperative vehicles shall be stored on the premises, unless in the process of
being repaired and are stored within a building.
(c) On -site repair or maintenance of vehicles shall be subject to the conditions
established for Automobile Repair, Oil Lubrication Service Shops, Auto Body
Shops above.
(d) No test driving of vehicles shall be permitted on local residential streets.
(e) All vehicle dealers shall be licensed by the state.
Subd. 5. Drive -through services
(a) All parts of the drive-in lane(s) shall be no less than 200 feetIliom residential zoning
districts.
(b) Drive-in lanes shall not be permitted within required yard setback areas .
(c) The site plan shall allow adequate pedestrian circulation, vehicle circulation, and
vehicle stacking which does not to interfere with on -site parking and loading.
(d) The drive-in shall allow adequate stacking and circulation so as to avoid impacts on
adjacent property or public right-of-way.
(e) The City may require additional necessary conditions to limit the impact of
drive-in lanes on surrounding property, including but not limited to: limiting
hours of operation, restricting drive-in lane orientation, limiting the volume of
loudspeakers and ordering devises, and/or requiring additional landscaping,
berming, or other means of screening.
Subd. 6.-Iospitals
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Comment [DPI 1]: This would be
consistent with drive-throughs and fuel
stations, but would make a number of
existing shops non -conforming
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Comment [DPI 2]: Currently only 1
permitted as accessory use J
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Comment [DPI 3]: Currently, all
display must be inside a building
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Comment [DPI 4]: Reduced from400 1
to be consistent with other uses. J
(a) Hospital structure(s) shall not be located within 1,500 feet of a residential zoning
district. Additionally, the primary access point to the hospital shall not be located
within 1,500 feet of a residential zoning district.
(b) Primary access shall be located on a road designated as a collector or arterial.
(c) No heliport shall be located within 1,500 feet of a residential zoning district.
(d) A traffic analysis shall be submitted which specifically takes emergency vehicle
access into consideration.
(e) A detailed plan shall be submitted for parking (long- and short-term), access, and
pedestrian circulation based on the operation of the hospital facility.
Subd. 7. Animal Hospitals, Veterinarian Clinic and Pet Stores
(a) Shall not be located within 100 feet of a residential zoning district_
(b) Animals may not be kenneled outside. However, an outdoor area not to exceed
I5,000 square feet1 may be utilized by the animals. The City may apply necessary
conditions to limit the impact of the outdoor area on neighboring properties,
including but not limited to: fencing and screening, hours of use, number of
animals permitted outdoors at one time, etc.
(c) The site and building plans shall be designed in a way to reduce noise. This shall
include floor plan layout, ventilation plans, and window and door locations.
(d) The site plan shall identify provisions for proper storage and disposal of hazardous
materials, medical waste, and/or animal waste.
Subd. 8. Outdoor Storage
(a) The area of storage does not exceed an area equal to 10 percent of the gross area of
the lot or 30 percent of the footprint area of the principal structure.
(b) The area of storage shall not be located within the front yard or side yard adjacent to
a right-of-way, and shall abide by structure setback requirements.
(c) The area of storage is fully screened from neighboring properties and from the right-
of-way. If a fence is used for screening, additional landscaping shall be required
adjacent to the area of storage, which shall not be counted towards the
landscaping requirements of the site. Similarly, if natural screening is utilized,
these plantings shall not be counted towards landscaping requirements.
Subd. 9. Outdoor recreational sports courts, subject to a conditional use permit
(a) Conditions shall be established by the City to minimize the impact of noise and
lighting, and also to minimize the likelihood of the recreational activity spilling
over onto adjacent property or right-of-ways. These conditions may include, but
are not limited to: limiting hours of use, restricting the location of the court, and
requiring fencing or screening.
(b) The sport court shall not be located in the front yard or a side yard adjacent to a
right-of-way, and shall abide by structure setback requirements.
Subd. 10. Seasonal Flea Market or Farmers Market
(a) A flea market or a farmers market may, exclusively, operate no more than one day
per calendar week and no more than 30 days per calendar year.
(b) No outside storage shall be permitted when the market is not operating
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Comment [DF15]: Should these be
permitted, or limited to General
Business?
Comment [ D F16] : Is this sufficient?
Comment [DF17]: Why do we want
to limit the area?
(c) Sales may take place within required yard setback areas, provided adequate traffic,
parking and emergency vehicle access are maintained. Sales shall not occur
within landscaped areas.
(d) A flea market or famers market shall only be permitted if the adequate on -site
parking exists for both the accessory use and the permitted or conditional use
occurring simultaneously.
(e) A temporary sign no larger than 32 square feet per side shall be permitted. This sign
shall be displayed only during operating hours, and shall be permitted in addition
to other signage on the property.
(f) Tents, stands, or other temporary structures shall be permitted during operating
hours.
(g) An administrative permit shall be required before operation of a flea market or
farmers market. Approval of such a permit shall be for no longer than one
calendar year. The applicant shall submit a site plan showing sales area, parking
area, emergency access. Additionally, the applicant shall submit additional
information required by the zoning administrator in order to review compliance
with the requirements of this ordinance. The zoning administrator shall apply
necessary conditions on the issuance of the permit to ensure compliance with this
ordinance and to promote public safety. The applicant may appeal a decision of
the zoning administrator with regards to denial or conditions. The appeal shall be
made to the city council, and the applicant shall be responsible for costs accrued
with review of the appeal, as described the city fee schedule.
Subd. 11. Automobile Towing
(a) Towed vehicles shall be stored inside of a building for within an approved outdoor
storage area, as regulated hereinl.
(b) No salvaging, crushing or recycling of vehicles shall be permitted.
(c) Screening may be required adjacent to the area where vehicle are loading into the
building and/or approved outdoor storage area.
Subd. 12. Warehousing, Wholesaling, and Distributors more than 10,000 but lless than
20,000 square feet
(a) The structure containing the use shall be no less than 200 feet from residential
districts.
(b) Screening may be required to minimize impact of noise because of intensive truck
circulation on the site.
Subd. 13. Assembly and Manufacturing of light industrial products
(a) The following uses and processes shall not be permitted: leather tanning; paper
manufacturing; meat slaughtering or rendering; metal plating; Teflon coating or
similar coatings requiring high temperatures; the use of heavy or other drop forges
or heavy of other hydraulic surges or devices capable of detection at the property
line.
(b) The structure containing the use shall be no less than 200 feet from residential
districts.
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Comment [DPI 8]: Currently, all
storage must be inside a building
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Comment [DPI 9]: In current code, 1
likely makes some non -conforming J
(c) Equipment specifications shall be submitted. Vibration and noise reduction
measures, and conditions related to building layout may be required by the city.
Measures may be required regarding ventilation systems in order to prevent
adverse effects of exhaust or emissions on adjoining property or tenant spaces.
(d) Specific provisions shall be identified for property storage and disposal of fuels,
chemicals, and any other hazardous materials.
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SECTION VI. Section 825.07 of the Medina code of ordinances is amended to add the
underlined language and delete the struck through language as follows:
Section 825.07. Definitions. The following words and terms shall have the meanings ascribed
to them:
Subd. 52.1. Loading Dock — An area measuring at least 12 feet wide which provides a portal for
a truck through the outside wall of a building. The portal may be through a door, which
allows the truck to either enter into the building or which allows the truck to the edge of the
building or to a dock at the building with a portal into the building.
Subd. 52.2. Subd. 52.1 Lodging Room — A room rented as sleeping and living quarters, but
without cooking facilities. In a suite of rooms, without cooking facilities, each room which
provides sleeping accommodations shall be counted as one lodging room.
SECTION VII. This ordinance shall become effective upon its adoption and publication.
Adopted by the city council of the city of Medina this day of , 2008.
T.M. Crosby, Jr., Mayor
ATTEST:
Chad M. Adams, City Administrator -Clerk
Published in the South Crow River News this day of , 2008.
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Medina Planning Commission
FROM: Tim Benetti, Planning Director
DATE: October 10, 2008
RE: Planning Department Updates for October 14, 2008 Planning Commission Meeting
Land Use Applications; Developments, Projects; or Planning Issues:
A) Rural Residential Ordinance and Accessory Building Ordinance Amendments: City
Council adopted the Rural Residential and Accessory Building ordinance amendments at
the October 7 regular meeting.
B) Private Recreation Zoning District. This item was originally presented at the September
2, 2008 regular meeting. After some discussion with neighboring property owners and
city council members, the council elected to table the item to have staff determine and
clarify with the ownership issues surrounding the Medina Country Club; and bring the
item back to one of the regular meetings in October. Staff intends to provide an update at
the upcoming October 21 or November 5 regular meeting.
C) Hennepin County Public Works —1600 Prairie Drive: The Mayor and City
Administrator met with HC officials to review economic considerations related to the
wind turbine and may report back to the council at the Oct. 21 meeting. Staff will be
meeting with HC officials on Thursday, Oct. 16 to review updated information and
determine any effects of a city future water tower, and possible city Public Works Dept.
facility on the Hennepin Co. Public Works site.
D) Three Rivers Park District — Baker Campground: requesting a CUP amendment to add
a shower building addition to existing shower/restroom facilities. Application will be
presented at the October 14 PC meeting.
E) Commercial District Ordinances: planning staff conducted an "open discussion" forum
with the Planning Commission at the Sept. 10 meeting. Staff held an open house for
stakeholders and business owners last Wed. Oct 1 at city hall. Ordinances will be
presented for official review before the PC at the Oct. 14 regular meeting.
F) Wrangler's Restaurant& Bar — 32 Hamel Road — D.W. Holding, Inc. (Willis bros.)
submitted plans for a building permit of a new restaurant/bar inside the former
"Provenance" building in Uptown Hamel. Planning staff is working with the owners and
their lender to secure additional land space for their expansion needs. More information
in future planning department updates.
G) West Financial Credit Union- 3575 Sioux Drive (Hamel Station): held a ribbon -cutting
ceremony on Wed. October 8th. City representatives and attendants included Chair
Peterson; City Administrator Adams; Assistant to Administration Gallup; and Planning
Director Benetti.
Planning Dept. Update Page 1 of 1 City Council 2008