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The city is hereby divided into the following zoning districts and groups of districts:
(A) “R” Residential Districts:
(1) R-1 Single-Family Residential District;
(2) R-2 Manufactured Home Park District;
(3) R-3 Multiple Dwelling District; and
(4) R-4 Low Density Residential District.
(B) “B” Business Districts:
(1) B-1 Central Business District; and
(2) B-2 General Business District.
(C) “I” Industrial Districts:
(1) I-1 Limited Industrial District; and
(2) I-2 General Industrial District.
(Ord. 395, passed 7-6-2010)
The boundaries of the above districts are hereby established on that certain map entitled “Zoning Map of Mora, Minnesota”, which map is the most recently approved by the City Council and in the office of the City Clerk at the City Hall, hereinafter referred to as the “zoning map”. This map and all of the notations, references and other information shown thereon shall have the same force and effect as if fully set forth and described herein.
(Ord. 395, passed 7-6-2010)
District boundary lines as indicated on said map follow lot lines, the center lines of streets, alleys or railroads, the center lines of streets or alleys projected, the center of water courses or the corporate limit lines, all as they exist upon the effective date of the Zoning Code or amendments thereto. If district boundary lines do not follow any of the above-described lines, the district boundary lines are established as drawn on the zoning map. Where a district boundary line divides a lot of record which was in single ownership on the effective date of the Zoning Code and places portions of such lot of record in two (2) or more use districts, any portion of such lot within fifty (50) feet on either side of such a dividing district boundary line may be used for any use of either use district; provided, however, if any portion of such lot shall extend beyond the fifty (50) foot limitation, the district line as shown shall prevail. Appeals from the Zoning Administrator’s determination and questions of doubt concerning the exact location of district boundary lines shall be heard by the Board of Appeals.
(Ord. 395, passed 7-6-2010)
R-1 SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT
The R-1 Single Family Residential District is intended to maintain existing single-family residential areas and provide for the development of new single-family residential areas served or to be served with public sanitary sewer, storm sewer, and water facilities. Unless otherwise specified, all structures in the R-1 District shall comply with the following minimum standards:
(A) A permanent foundation under the entire structure which complies with the Minnesota Building Code.
(B) The minimum pitch on any shingled roof must be at least two-twelfths (2/12) or in the case of a flat roof design, a built up roof assembly to comply with the State Building Code. All roofs must be shingled or be an A roof assembly.
(C) The minimum width and length of the principal structure must be twenty-four (24) feet for more than fifty percent (50%) of the floor area. Minimum square footage of the main floor shall be five hundred seventy-six (576) square feet.
(D) Any alterations or additions must be of the same materials, type of construction, and must have the same appearance as the principal structure.
(E) No building permits shall be issued until a complete drainage system has been reviewed by the city. If deemed appropriate, the City Building Official may require approval of the drainage system by the City Engineer.
(F) All principal structures must have a basement or approved solid footing wall around the perimeter of the structure or a footing around the perimeter of the structure designed by a state licensed engineer and approved by the local building official.
(G) Every new single-family dwelling must construct a garage with a minimum size of two hundred forty (240) square feet. Every new two-family dwelling must construct one (1) or two (2) garages with a total minimum size of four hundred eighty (480) square feet. New single family dwellings constructed on five thousand (5,000) square foot lots may construct a utility shed with a minimum size of one hundred forty-four (144) square feet in place of the garage. The garage(s) or utility shed must be constructed before a final certificate of occupancy will be granted.
(Ord. 395, passed 7-6-2010; Am. Ord. 486, passed 6-21-2022) Penalty, see § 150.999
Within the R-1 Single Family Residential District, no structure or land shall be used except for one (1) or more of the following uses:
(A) Single-family dwellings. One (1) family detached dwellings.
(B) Parks and playgrounds. Public parks and playgrounds, community centers and other recreational facilities operated by governmental agencies.
(C) Horticultural uses. Truck gardening, produce stands and other horticultural activities provided that only those products grown on the premises be sold or offered for sale.
(D) Day care facilities - Residential. Facility serving up to fourteen (14) persons.
(E) Day care facilities - Non-Residential. Facility serving up to fourteen (14) persons.
(F) Uses not listed. Other residential and commercial uses determined by the Planning Commission and City Council to be of the same general character as identified permitted and conditional uses and found not to be detrimental to the general public's health, safety, and welfare. The use will be placed in the category based upon its compatibility to those uses listed.
(Ord. 395, passed 7-6-2010; Am. Ord. 484, passed 12-21-2021) Penalty, see § 150.999
Within any R-1 Single Family Residential District, no structure or land shall be used for the following uses except by conditional use permit:
(A) Agricultural uses. Agricultural activities including the keeping of farm animals or fowl provided no building having farm animals or fowl be nearer than one hundred (100) feet of a property line. Chickens numbering three (3) or fewer are excluded from agricultural uses and subject to the provisions of §§ 150.400-150.403.
(B) Churches and other places of worship. Church buildings and areas, schools of religion and similar facilities, including all expansions of buildings, facilities and ground.
(C) Duplex structures. Two-family dwellings.
(D) Country clubs. Country clubs, golf courses and other private non-commercial recreation areas and facilities, including swimming pools; provided that any principal building or swimming pool shall be located not less than fifty (50) feet from any other lot in an R District.
(E) Cemeteries. Cemeteries adjacent to or in extension of existing cemeteries.
(F) Museums. Museums, and other public buildings not permitted as a principal use.
(G) Health care facilities. Including hospitals, clinics, nursing homes and other similar health care facilities.
(H) Essential service structures. Essential service structures, including but not limited to structures such as telephone exchanges, substations, wells, pumping stations and elevated water storage tanks.
(I) Commercial or residential stables. Stables and riding academies provided the property upon which the use is located is a minimum of five (5) acres. One horse is allowed upon the first five (5) acres and an additional two (2) acres are required for each additional horse.
(J) Kennels. Any lot or premises or portion thereof on which four (4) or more dogs and/or cats over six (6) months old are owned, boarded, bred or offered for sale. No more than five (5) dogs and/or cats shall be allowed by conditional use permit. (See also Chapter 90)
(K) Parking. Off-street parking when the proposed site of the off-street parking abuts on a lot which is in the B or I districts and in the same ownership as the B or I district.
(L) Day care facilities - Residential. Facility serving fifteen (15) or more persons. If required, the facility must be state licensed and meet all state mandated conditions.
(M) Temporary buildings. Buildings temporarily located for purposes of construction on the site for a period of time not to exceed the construction period.
(N) Funeral homes and mortuaries.
(O) Outdoor furnaces and boilers, provided the following conditions are met:
(1) The applicant shall submit a site plan, drawn to scale, showing the location of the proposed outdoor furnace or boiler in relation to existing structures and property lines as well as proposed screening or enclosure.
(2) Outdoor furnaces and boilers shall only be allowed on lots five (5) acres in size or greater. If the lot is divided in the future, so as to be less than five (5) acres, the outdoor furnace shall be removed.
(3) Outdoor furnaces and boilers shall be set back a minimum of fifty (50) feet from all property lines when abutting a residential district. When the property does not abut a residential district, the furnace shall comply with minimum setback requirements of the zoning district it is within.
(4) No burning materials shall be stored within five (5) feet of the principal structure and materials shall be stored in an orderly fashion.
(5) The outdoor furnace or boiler must be enclosed in a structure or screened with fencing and/or other materials as approved by the City Council.
(6) When the outdoor furnace or boiler is enclosed in a structure, the structure shall generally match the exterior of the principal structure.
(7) When the outdoor furnace or boiler is enclosed in a structure, the structure shall not count against the allowable square footage for future accessory structures, as long as it strictly serves as an enclosure for the furnace or boiler and the structure does not exceed one hundred (100) square feet in size.
(8) If the outdoor furnace or boiler is to be replaced, it shall meet the city and/or state requirements in place at that time.
(9) The outdoor furnace or boiler shall be UL Listed, or certified per the State Building Code, and the applicant shall follow all manufacturer specifications.
(10) If the outdoor furnace or boiler is taken out of service for a period of one (1) year or more, the permit shall become null and void and the unit and enclosure shall be removed from the property.
(P) Community center buildings. Community center buildings not operated by a governmental agency.
(Q) Bed and breakfast inn, provided the following are adhered to:
(1) Off-street parking shall be provided in accordance with the parking requirements of § 150.217. A minimum of one (1) off-street parking space per guest room shall be provided in addition to the parking requirements for the zoning district in which the facility is located. Off-street parking is to be screened from the surrounding residences.
(2) Signs shall be in accordance with the sign requirements in § 150.213 and meet the requirements for the zoning district that the business is located within. (Identifying signs to be not more than four (4) square feet in total, located on the building and consistent with the character of the building).
(3) A maximum of five (5) units may be established in a structure.
(4) A bed and breakfast establishment shall show proof of inspection or proof of proper operating licenses by the state and/or country.
(5) All guest rooms shall be contained within the principal structure.
(6) Dining and other facilities shall not be open to the public, but shall be used exclusively by the residents and registered guests.
(7) The maximum stay for guests shall be fourteen (14) days within a thirty (30) day period.
(8) The inn shall comply with all applicable laws, rules, and regulations governing its existence and operation, including, but not limited to, the State Building Code, the State Fire Code, and the State Health Code.
(9) A conditional use permit shall be terminated upon occurrence for the following:
(a) Non-compliance with the provisions of these provisions.
(b) Transfer of ownership of said property from the owner/operator.
(c) The creation of a condition which adversely affects the health, safety, or general welfare of the city or its residents.
(10) The owner or operator shall reside on the property or submit a management plan for approval as part of the conditional use permit.
(R) Produce sales. Produce display for the sale of agricultural products, other than that raised on the site, provided that said display is located a minimum of ten (10) feet from the front property line.
(S) Schools. Public schools and private schools which have a curriculum equivalent to a public elementary or secondary school, provided no building is less than fifty (50) feet from any abutting residential lot.
(T) Dwellings with a zero (0) lot line. When dwelling units of a two-family structure are to be under separate ownership, a zero (0) lot line may be permitted between the units. State Building Code and Fire Code requirements shall be complied with. Also, minimum lot frontage and lot area requirements shall be met.
(Ord. 395, passed 7-6-2010; Am. Ord. 460, passed 10-15-2019)
Penalty, see § 150.999
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