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(A) Corner lot. If a corner lot has a rear lot line that is common with the side lot line or a lot to the rear, no building shall occupy that portion of the rear yard of the corner lot that abuts on such street for a depth equal to or greater than the front yard for such lot to the rear.
(B) Dormer. A single-family house which legally existed or for which a valid building permit had been granted on or before January 3, 1983 may be expanded by an addition or dormer provided the addition does not extend beyond the existing side yard setback line and provided the combined width of the side yard for said building and adjacent building thereto is not less than 10 feet.
(C) One principal building. There shall be no more than 1 principal building structure on 1 lot except as provided through the submittal and approval of a planned unit development.
(D) Yard. No yard or other open space shall be reduced in area so as to make such yard or other open space less than the minimum required by this section; and if the existing yard or other open space as existing is less than the minimum required, it shall not be further reduced. No required yard or open space of any structure shall be included as a part of any yard or open space required for another structure.
(E) Encroachment exceptions. The following shall not be encroachments on yard setback requirements:
(1) Bays not exceeding a depth of 2 feet or containing an area of more than 20 square feet. Awnings, door hoods, chimneys, flues, belt courses, leaders, sills, pilasters, lintels, ornamental features, cornices, eaves, gutters and the like, provided they do not extend more than 3 feet into a yard and provided such encroachment is no closer than 4 feet from all lot lines.
(2) Yard lights and the nameplate signs, floodlights or other sources of light illuminating authorized illuminated signs or illuminating parking areas, loading areas, or yards for safety and security purposes, provided the direct source of light is not visible from the public right-of-way or adjacent residential property.
(3) In front yards only, awnings and door hoods extending 5 feet into the required front yard setback area.
(4) In front yards only, vestibules extending 5 feet into the required front yard setback area if the vestibule (a) is designed, constructed and attached to the principal structure in accordance with the requirements of the Building Code; (b) is constructed of materials compatible with the principal structure; and (c) has an area as measured to the outside of the outside walls which does not exceed 30 square feet.
(5) In front yards only:
(a) Heating, ventilating and air conditioning equipment, provided that no portion of such equipment shall extend more than 6 feet from the principal structure, no portion shall be more than 36 inches in height, and such equipment shall be screened from view from a public right-of-way by evergreen plantings.
(b) Canopies no more than 12 feet wide, which shall not extend more than ½ the distance into the required front or side yard, if there is a demonstrated need and no other practical alternate solution, provided that the encroachment is approved by the Fire Chief and Zoning Administrator.
(6) Terraces, steps, uncovered porches, stoops or similar structures which do not extend more than 2 ½ feet from the height of the ground floor level of the principal building can extend 3 feet into the setback area, provided such encroachment is no closer than 5 feet from any lot line and is outside of any easement.
(7) Flag poles, bird baths, and other ornamental features detached from the principal building.
(8) Recreational and laundry drying equipment, arbors and trellises, provided they are a minimum 10 feet from a lot line.
(9) In side or rear yards only, heating, ventilating, and air conditioning equipment in interior side yards, side yards abutting a street and rear yards, provided that such equipment shall extend no more than 6 feet from the principal structure and the equipment shall be screened from view with evergreen plantings.
(10) In rear yards only, balconies, breezeways, detached outdoor picnic shelters and recreational equipment, except as regulated hereinafter.
(F) Trash storage prohibited in front yard. There shall be no front yard storage of trash or trash containers except in the 24-hour period prior to a scheduled pickup.
(G) Setbacks. See Table C, Commercial Lot Requirements Table.
(Ord. 2013-05, passed 5-20-2013; Am. Ord. 2021-07, passed 5-17-2021)
The design and performance standards are established to encourage a high standard of development by providing assurance that land uses will be compatible. The performance standards are designed to prevent and eliminate those conditions which depreciate property values that cause blight or are detrimental to the environment. Before any building permit is approved, the Zoning Administrator shall determine whether the proposed use will conform to the design and performance standards. The applicant or owner shall supply data necessary to demonstrate such conformance.
(A) Noise. It is unlawful to make, continue or cause to be made or continued, any noise in excess of the noise levels set forth in Minnesota Rules 7030.0040, which includes standards for activities by the noise area classification (NAC) system, established in part by Minnesota Rules 7030.0050, unless noise such noise be reasonably necessary to the preservation of life, health, safety or property. Sounds in excess of these limitations are violations of this section whether the sound originates in a residential district or any other district.
(B) Trash storage prohibited in front yard. There shall be no front yard storage of trash or trash containers except in the 24-hour period prior to a scheduled pickup.
(C) Boulevards, sidewalks, and street trees. In projects involving new construction, the plans and improvements must include construction of a sidewalk where one is included in the city's sidewalk plan and boulevard sod and street trees shall be provided consistent with city requirements.
(D) Communication structures. Satellite dishes, antennae, and similar devices shall not be allowed in the required front yard nor within 12 feet of the side lot line or rear lot line.
(E) Business inside. All business, service, storage, merchandise, display and repairs and processing, where permitted, shall be conducted wholly within an enclosed structure except for off-street vehicular parking, off-street loading, and for storage or displays of goods complying with § 154.134(D).
(F) Sale of goods. Goods produced on the premises shall be sold only on the premises, at retail, and the processes and equipment employed in production shall not produce any offensive odor, dust, smoke, ash, gas, noise, vibration or refuse. Any use shall be so operated in compliance with the Clean Air Act, as amended, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and MN Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) regulations. All activities that emit radioactivity shall comply with the minimum requirements of the federal regulatory body. Any use shall be operated so as to control the emission of smoke or particulate matter to the degree that it is not detrimental to, or shall not endanger the public health, safety, comfort or general welfare of the public. For the purpose of this section, the regulations and standards adopted by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency shall be employed.
(G) Site layout for commercial uses. The site layout of a commercial use must be compatible with and not detrimental to other surrounding property in the general area and make adequate provision for:
(1) The needs of pedestrians, automobiles, and bicycles, including proper circulation and parking;
(2) Use of the existing topography and site vegetation in the location and orientation of structures and other facilities;
(3) Traffic conditions;
(4) Transitional features and decorative walls or live hedges for purposes of separation and screening from residential zoning and uses;
(5) View to and from the site;
(6) Storage of trash in the principal building or in an accessory building of architecture and materials identical to the principal building;
(7) Planted parking islands to control parking and traffic circulation where appropriate and landscape breaks in areas intended for the parking of approximately 20 cars in a row;
(8) Proper drainage of a site;
(9) Location of curb cuts so that no cuts exist closer to an intersection than 30 feet from the point of intersection of the setback lines adjacent to intersecting streets; and
(10) Relating the use of the site to existing and proposed uses of other-abutting properties.
(H) Outdoor lighting. All outdoor lighting which is not globe lighting shall be directed perpendicular to the ground or directly on a building so that no direct rays are visible from off the property.
(I) Utilities. Shall be placed underground and meters shall be screened from view from the street.
(J) Traffic visibility. No wall, fence, structure, tree, shrub, vegetation or other obstruction shall be permitted in any yard or setback which poses a danger to traffic by obscuring the view from any street or roadway. Visibility from any street or roadway shall be unobstructed above the height of 2 feet to a height of 5 feet within the triangle described as beginning at the intersection of the projected curb lines of two intersecting streets, thence 30 feet along one curb, thence diagonally to a point 30 feet from the point of beginning of the other curb line, thence to the point of beginning.
(Ord. 2013-05, passed 5-20-2013; Am. Ord. 2021-07, passed 5-17-2021)
CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT (C-2)
The purpose of this district is to encourage continuation of a viable downtown by allowing prime retail sales and service uses, office, entertainment facilities, public and semi-public uses, and in special circumstances, residential use; and to preserve and build on the historic character of the downtown using the historic and natural resources available to create a tourist draw as well as to provide a unique blend of retail and service businesses for the convenience of local residents.
(Ord. 2013-05, passed 5-20-2013)
No structure or land shall be used except for the following uses as such are defined and in accordance with the required lot provisions and design and performance standards. The following are generalized categories. If a use is not specifically listed, the Zoning Administrator shall determine if the use is substantially similar in nature. The Zoning Administrator or applicant may seek input from the Planning Commission.
(A) General retail sales and services, including:
(1) Antiques and collectibles.
(2) Appliance sales and service.
(3) Auto parts sales and indoor service.
(4) Bakery.
(5) Bicycle sales and indoor repair.
(6) Books, magazine and newspapers.
(7) Clothing and shoe stores and seamstress/repair services.
(8) Electronics sales and services.
(9) Florists.
(10) Gifts and novelties.
(11) Grocery stores.
(12) Hair salons, barbers, and spas.
(13) Hardware.
(14) Household furnishings.
(15) Interior decorating sales; sale of floor covering, paint, wallpaper, materials and objects of interior decorating.
(16) Laundromat; self-service.
(17) Licensed tattoo establishment.
(18) Meat markets.
(19) Pet shops provided the operation does not include boarding, maintenance of a pen(s) outside of the structure, or operates so as to cause an offensive odor or noise.
(20) Photography and photo framing.
(21) Printing and publishing.
(22) Sporting goods.
(23) Travel agency.
(24) Variety store.
(25) Video store.
(B) Professional services including:
(1) Accounting.
(2) Banks and financial institutions.
(3) Legal.
(4) Insurance agencies.
(5) Real estate.
(C) Drinking and eating establishments, including:
(1) Brewery, micro-distillery, micro-brewery, micro-winery or tap room.
(2) Cafes.
(3) Class I and II restaurants.
(4) Delicatessens.
(5) Private clubs and lodges.
(6) On and off-sale liquor; bars.
(D) Health and medical, including:
(1) Clinic, medical.
(2) Chiropractic.
(3) Dental.
(4) Optometrists.
(5) Pharmacies.
(6) Therapeutic massage.
(E) Physical recreation and educational facilities, including:
(1) Bowling alleys provided they are not within 20 feet of a residential district.
(2) Dance studios.
(3) Fitness centers and gyms.
(4) Martial arts.
(F) Public and private human services, schools or academies, including:
(1) Daycare facilities.
(2) Government offices and structures.
(3) Government utility buildings and structures.
(4) Library.
(5) Music or performing arts.
(6) Public parks.
(7) Performing arts center.
(8) Postal service.
(9) Religious institutions.
(10) Schools or academies.
(G) Repair services and sales, including:
(1) Bicycle sales and indoor services.
(2) Electrical appliance repair, conducted indoors.
(3) Auto sales - provided that all vehicles for sale are housed within a structure that has an overhead door installed prior to November 29, 2011, and provides notification to pedestrians when vehicles are exiting the structure.
(4) Storage of vehicles, trailers, and recreation vehicles are housed within a structure that has an overhead door installed prior to November 29, 2011, and provides notification to pedestrians when vehicles are exiting the structure.
(H) Residential use, including:
(1) Bed and breakfasts and residential short term rental units.
(2) Single-family residential dwellings provided the structure intended to be used is the structure originally constructed on the lot, the original historic use of the structure was residential, off-street parking is provided in conformance with the off-street parking and loading spaces, and the impervious surface of the site is not increased.
(Ord. 2013-05, passed 5-20-2013; Am. Ord. 2013-11, passed 12-2-2013; Am. Ord. 2016-09, passed 12-5-2016; Am. Ord. 2022-04, passed 7-11-2022)
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