(A) Statement of intent. This Conservation District is intended to maintain the open space area in the center of Park Rapids and to prevent property losses resulting from inappropriate development of the river floodplain.
(B) Permitted uses.
(1) Pasture and cropland consistent with § 151.085;
(2) Forestry consistent with § 151.086;
(3) Public parks, open space, playgrounds, campgrounds; and
(4) Accessory uses and structures to the above permitted uses. See § 151.115.
(C) Conditional uses. The following uses may be permitted with the approval of a conditional use permit by the City Council following the procedures outlined in § 151.240 of this chapter:
(1) Single-family residences;
(2) State licensed residential facility or a housing with services establishment registered under M.S. Chapter 144D serving 6 or fewer persons;
(3) Licensed daycare facility serving 12 or fewer persons;
(4) Group family daycare facility licensed under Minn. Rules, Parts 9502.0315 to 9502.0445, as it may be amended from time to time, to serve 14 or fewer children;
(5) Commercial recreational uses utilizing and dependent upon the natural amenities of the zoning district and immediate, surrounding area; and
(6) Accessory uses and structures to the above uses. See § 151.115.
Yard requirements for C-1 District | ||
1-Family | Other Uses | |
Yard requirements for C-1 District | ||
1-Family | Other Uses | |
Lot area minimum square feet | 1 acre | 5 acres |
Lot width minimum feet | 200 feet | 500 feet |
Maximum lot coverage | 10% | 5% |
Front yard minimum | 50 feet | 50 feet |
Side yard minimum | 30 feet | 30 feet |
Rear yard minimum/alley | 30 feet, 0 feet | 30 feet, 0 feet |
Maximum height | 25 feet | 25 feet |
(7) Renewable energy systems (roof mounted active solar system or wind energy facilities) provided they will not cast shadows and obstruct solar access or cause wind deflection to a contiguous property. These apparatuses must also meet all other required zoning and Universal Building Code regulations including setback and height requirements, be in compliance with all state and federal regulations, and meet the requirements of the Park Rapids Municipal Airport Zoning Ordinance.
(Prior Code, § 66-52) (Am. Ord. 491, passed 5-22-2007; Am. Ord. 522, passed 2-23-2010; Am. Ord. 537, passed 4-24-2012) Penalty, see § 151.999