In order to prevent blight, to protect the general welfare and property values, and to ensure reasonable consistency with existing housing styles and designs, the following minimum standards shall apply to all single-family dwellings, in addition to any other standards or conditions contained within this chapter.
(A) Building shall be anchored to a permanent concrete or treated wood foundation, in accord with the Minnesota State Building Code standards.
(B) The minimum width of the structure shall be 24 feet, as measured across the narrowest portion. Width measurements shall not take into account overhangs, nor other projections beyond principal walls.
(C) There shall be a minimum 3:12 roof pitch with a minimum 12-inch soffit. Alternative roof styles may be approved by the Building Inspector based on generally accepted construction practices, building codes and the nature of the surrounding neighborhood. Unadorned flat roofs shall be prohibited.
(D) Only new units shall be permitted. The relocation of previously occupied units shall require a conditional use permit.