All structures intended for the purpose of serving as a dwelling (with the exception of those categorized as a manufactured home under M.S. § 327.31, as it may be amended from time to time) shall meet the following standards.
(A) All residential dwellings shall be a minimum of 16 feet wide (measured at its maximum width).
(B) All dwellings shall be placed on a permanent foundation which complies with all standards and specifications of the Uniform Building Code as adopted in the state. The foundation shall be solid extending the entire length and width of the dwelling.
(C) New porches and decks shall be required to meet all setbacks. Pre-existing porches and decks may be re-constructed as long as they are not enlarged or expanded. Stoops and patios are not required to meet structural setbacks. No porch, deck, stoop or patio shall be placed on any recorded easements.
(D) All residential structures shall be required to have sewer and water which meets State Health Code standards and §§ 150.01 and 151.02 of this code of ordinances. The minimum lot size for individual sewage treatment systems (septic systems) shall be determined by Minn. Rules Ch. 7090 (or as amended).
(Prior Code, § 305.07) (Ord. passed 12-18-2007; Ord. passed 7-2-2018) Penalty, see § 162.999