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DEB GARROSS, ASSISTANT CITY PLANNER
CONSIDER ORDINANCE 94-09 AMENDING THE ZONING
ORDINANCE TO INCORPORATE LOT SIZE, WIDTH AND PUD
SIZE CHANGES.
APRIL 18, 1994
The purpose of this item is to consider approval of Ordinance 94-09
attached, amending vadous chapters of the City Code and Zoning
Ordinance. Specifically, the Lot of Record; Minimum Lot Size and
Width; Maximum Coverage; PUD Size; and Shoreland Distdct Lot
Size and Width provisions of the City Code and Zoning Ordinance
are proposed to be amended as per attached Ordinance 94-09.
The Planning Commission held a public headng on this issue April
7, 1994. See attached Staff Report, draft Planning Commission
Minutes and public hearing sign up sheet for details related to the
public hearing.
The discussion was generally positive related to the proposed
Ordinance amendment. However, the Planning Commission noted
that they would have appreciated more time to review the impacts
of the proposal. City Manager, Frank Boyles addressed the
Commission related to the time line established by the City Council,
explaining that expediency was more desirable than
implementation of a moratorium.
The Planning Commission discussed and recommended approval
of all of the proposed amendments with the exception of the
creation of a minimum lot size for PUD's. Research indicated that it
is not common for communities to regulate the lot size within a PUD
because the very purpose is to allow flexibility in terms of proposed
land uses, design and density transfers. The Planning Commission
felt that the standard would limit creativity, and flexibility on the part
of the City and prospective developers which may result in a
decreased ability for the City to obtain open space, park and other
objectives.
ALTERNATIVES: 1.
2.
Approve Ordinance 94-09 as drafted.
Affirm the recommendation of the Planning Commission as
outlined in attached draft minutes dated April 7, 1994.
Table or continue the item for research specifically directed
by the City Council.
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RECOMMENDATION:
ACTION REQUIRED:
The Planning Commission
94-09 subject to:
recommends adoption of Ordinance
1. Delete the provision establishing a minimum lot size within
PUD's.
2. Analyze and amend fee schedule as appropriate to insure
that there will not be future shortfalls related to diminished
numbers of building permits which may result due to the
amendments.
3. Direct Staff to research and establish public hearings to
consider increasing the front yard setback from 25 to 30 or
35 feet, increase road right-of-way width and/or cul-de-sac
diameter to 50 or 60 feet, and review the impact of the lot
width changes relative to cul-de-sac lots.
A motion to approve Ordinance 94-09 as per City Council
discussion.
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CITY OF PRIOR LAKE
ORDINANCE NO. 94-09
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING PRIOR LAKE CITY CODE TITLE 5 AND ZONING
ORDINANCE 83-6.
The City Council of the City of Prior Lake does hereby ordain:
Section 5-4-1(C) of Prior Lake City Code and Section 4.1C of the
Zoning Ordinance are hereby amended to read as follows:
(C) Any Lot of Record may be used for the erection of a
structure conforming to the use regulations of the district
in which it is located. A Lot of Record located within the
S-D Shoreland District is buildable subject to the
requirements of Section 5-8-3(B) of the City Code and
Section 9.3(B) of the Zoning Ordinance.
II.
The Lot and Yard Requirements tables of Section 5-4-1 of Prior
Lake City Code and Section 4.2 of the Zoning Ordinance are hereby
amended as follows:
1. The Minimum Lot Size for Single-Family Dwellings in the R-1
Suburban Residential District and the R-3 Multiple
Residential District shall be: Area (sq. ft.) - 12,000
square feet; Width (ft.) - 86.
2. The Maximum Coverage (%) for Single-Family Dwellings in the
R-1 Suburban Residential and the R-3 Multiple Residential
Zoning District shall be eliminated.
III.
Section 5-5-11(C)4 of Prior Lake City Code and Section 6.11A.4 of
the Zoning Ordinance are hereby amended to read as follows:
4. a. The proposed Planned Unit Development is comprised
of at least ten (10) acres of contiguous land.
All single family detached home lots in the
Planned Unit Development shall have a minimum lot
size of 10,000 square feet and a minimum lot width
of 80 feet (measured at the front yard setback).
IV.
The tables under Sewered Areas - Recreational Development Waters
and General Development Waters in Section 5-8-3(A) of Prior Lake
City Code and Section 9.3A.2 of the Zoning Ordinance are hereby
amended as follows:
Lot Area (sq. ft.) for other lots - 12,000
Minimum width for other lots at front setback line - 86'
This ordinance shall become effective from and after its passage
and publication. ..
Passed by the City Council of the City of Prior Lake this
day of , 1994.
ATTEST:
City Manager
Mayor
Published in the Prior Lake American on the
1994.
Drafted By:
Lommen, Nelson, Cole & Stageberg, P.A.
1800 IDS Center
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55402
day of
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PLANNING COMMISSION '
MINLrI~
Al~ii 7,1994
The Alxil 7, 1994, Planning Commission Meeting was called to order by Chairman Arnold at 7:30 P.M.
Those present were Cormnis~oners Roseth, Arnold, Loftus, Vonhof, Kuylo:tzlall, Director of Planning
Ha'st Graser, Assistant City Planner Deb Gm'os,s, Associate Planner Gina Mitchell, and Secretary Rita
Schewe.
REVIEW MINLrI'F3 OF PREVIOUS MFETING
MOTIONBY VONHOF, SECOND BY LOFTIJS, TO APPROVE THE MINLYrF~ AS WRrYT'EN.
Vc~e taken signified ayes by Vonhof, Loftus, Roseth, and Kuyker~ii- Commissioner Amok[ abstained as
he was not present at the previous meeting MOTION CARRIED.
I'I'EM I - PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER AMENDMENTS TO THE PRIOR LAKE ZONING
The Public was in attendance and a sign-up sheet was circulated.
Hcrst Graser, Director of Planning, presented the information as per the planning report of April 7, 1994.
City Cotm~ has directed Staff to prepare the necessary langu~e to amend the Zoning OMinance and City
Cede. The proposed amendments are as follow~
1. Increase the minimum lot size for single family dwellings, from 10,000 to 1 ~000 square feet within
the R-1 and R-3 Zoning Districts.(42)
2. Increase the minimumlot width for single family dw~'-llin~ fr°m 80' to86' within the R-1 and R-3
Zoning Districts. (4.2)
3. Eliminate the 22% coverage ratio in R-1 and R-3 Zoning Diswicts. (4.2)
4. Increase the minimum PUD acreage fi.om2.5 to 10 acres. (6.1 lA4)
5. Establish a minimum lot size of 10,000 square feet and lot width of 80' in all PUD's for single
family lots. (6.11,A4)
6. Increase the minimum lot area for non-waterfront lots fi.om 10,000 to 1%000 square feet. (9.3A2)
7. Increase the minimum width for non-waterfi.ont lots from 80 to 86 feet. (9.3A2)
8. Pennit any lot of record to be used for the erection of a structure as long as it meets the use
regulations of the district in which it is locamd and the lot is part of a subdivision approved by the
City of Prior Lake. (4.1 C)
~ G~ presented information on each of the amendments, a survey of other communities requirements,
recon-ax'tmdations from Citizens Forum, a general discussion related to subdivision, and PUD lot design.
Emmy Schneider, 16840 Elm Avenue, noted that in 1975, grants had been ~ven by the Metropolitan
Council to Prior Lake if lots would be reduced to 10,000 square feet to encourage development. The
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question was asked if the current lots would be affected by these amendn~ts and was advised it would not
Bill Schnxi~ 4151 Orainwoed Ch'cle, comrr~l that the front setback should be increased to 30 feet
and stated the effect on the cul-de-sacs would give the appea-ax:e of ma~ open space and roomier lots.
lVk Orascr stated that thc Engineering & Planning Dcparvnents have discussed this change plus street
fight-of-ways should be increased fi'om 50 to 60 feet to produce a better street scene. It is possible there will
be a recommendation brought to the Commissioners to amend the Subdivision and Zoning Ordinance
related to street ROW, cul-de-sac diameters, and 30 foot front yard setbacks.
Carl Hanson, 4065 Raspberry Ridge Road, was in favor of the anmdnznt.
Tom Schneider, 168zl0 Elm Avenue, is in favor of the changes as marketing has changed. He gave as an
example of W~lows 6th Addition when it was platted and zoned. The larger lots sold immediately as this
was what people desired.
Bob Walsh, 672 Dale Court, Shoreview, Developer of Raspberry Ridge, sta~ed that his development has 30
foot setbacks as part of their covenants. Ma: Walsh also suggested having a 5 foot setback on the garage
si_de with no less than 15 feet between buildings. He asked the question ff existing plats would be affected
and was advised they would not.
Mary K. Whiting, 14897 Manitou Road, gave a brief sunuma3~ on the background on the Citizens Forum's
efforts to change the design of Ca~ge Hals. Recomnxmdations were made to the Council by the Citizens
Group and they were in favor of the proposed amendnxmts.
At 8:30 P.M., it was announced the Public Hearing scheduled for this time w~l follow after the conclusion
of the hearing in progress.
Bill Mmgaru Director of Pazks, stated the proposed amendnxmt would not impact the Parks Dedication Fee
but would im~ct the Park Support Fee on the building permits. Fees are reviewed annually and adjusted to
accommodate the construction of neighborhood parks.
Larry Anderson, City Engineer, stated the fees that arc based on net lot area would not be changed but fees
based on building permits would change depending upon the numl:er of building permits issued.
Frank Boyles, City Manager was asked to clarify information related to the fee schedule.
Comments from the Commissioners were: thanks expressed to the public, Sand Point PUD, concerns on lot
width increase, lot designs features, clarification of the elimination of coverage ratio, evaluation of fee
schedule, financial impact to the community does not appear to be an issue, increase in street width,
right-of-way impact, minimum lot sizes in PUD and why the the rush to implement this amendment
C~ioner Loftus felt that IVL: Schmokel should write a letter to the Council stating his comments on
the amendment
Ma: Boyles stated there are three alternatives, one is to do nothing, second would be to establish a
moratorium, and three, take prompt action to correct somotfing they felt needed correction- TNs would
explain the need to expedite the proposal.
MOTION BY VONHOF, SECOND BY ROSETH, TO RECO~ TO CITY COUNC~ THE
APPROVAL OF AN AMEND~ TO SECTION 5-4-1(O OF PRIOR LAKE C1TY CODE AND
SECTION 4.1(C) OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE ARE HEREBY A~ED TO READ AS
FOLLOWS:
(C) ANY LOT OF RECORD MAY BE USED FOR THE ERECTION OF A STRU~
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CONFORMING ~) THE USE KEG~ONS OF THE DISTRICT IN WHICH 1T IS
LOCATED. A LOT OF KECORD LOCATED WITHIN THE S-D SHOR~ AND DISTRICT IS
BUILDABLE SUBJECT TO THE REQUIREMEN~ OF SECTION 5-8-3(B) OF THE crrY
CODE AND SECTION 9.3(B) OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE.
Vo~e taken signified ayes by Vonhof, Roseth, Amd& Kuykendall, and Lof~us. MOTION CARRIED.
MOTION BY LOFFUS, SECOND BY VONHOE TO RECOMMEND TO CITY COUNCIL TIlE
APPROVAL OF THE LOT AND YARD REQ~ TABLES OF SECTION 5-4-1 OF PRIOR
LAKE crFY CODE AND SECTION 42. OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE ARE HE~I:.BY AMENDED
AS FOLLOWS:
1. THE MINIMUM LOT S171=~ FOR SINGLE-FAMILY DWE[JZNGS IN THE R-1 SUBURBAN
RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT AND THE R-3 MULTIPLE RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT SHAI I. BE:
AREA (SQUARE FEET)- 12,0e0 SQUARE FE~; WIDTH (FEEl')-86'
2. THE MAXIMUM COVERAGE (%) FOR SINGLE-FAMILY DWI=I .! .INGS IN THE R-1
SUBURBAN P, KSIDEN'IIAL AND THE R-3 MULTIPLE RESIDENTIAL ZONING DISTRICT
SHALL BE ELIMINATED.
Vole taken signified ayes by Loftus, Vonhof, Roseth, Arnold, and Kuykendall. MOTION CARRIED.
A directive to Slaff was given to investigate the possibility of increasing the front setback from 25 feet to 30
or 35 feet and the fight-of-way width to 50-60 feet.
MOTION BY ROSETH, SECOND BY KUYKENDA! .1 ~ TO RECOMMEND TO THE CITY coUNCIL
THE APPROVAL OF SECTION 5-5-11 (C)4 OF PRIOR LAKE CITY CODE AND SECTION 6.11A.4 OF
THE ZONING ORDINANCE ARE HEREBY AMENDED TO READ AS FOLLOWS: TEN
4. THE PROPOSED PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT IS COMI:RISED OF AT LEAST
(10) ACRES OF CoN'rIGUOUS LAND.
Vote taken signified ayes by Reseth, Kuyker~dall, Amolck Loftus, and Vonhof. MOTION CARRIED.
MOTION BY LOFTUS, SECOND BY VONHOF, TO RECO~ TO THE CITY COUNCIL THE
APPROVAL OF THE TABLES UNDER SEWERI=D AREAS - RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
WATERS AND GENERAL DEVELOPMENT WATERS IN SECTION 5-8-3(A) OF PRIOR LAKE CITY
CODE AND SECTION 9.3A.2 OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE ARE HEREBY AMENDED AS
FOLLOWS:
LOT AREA (SQUARE FEE-T) - FOR OTHER LOTS - 12,000
MINIMUM WIDTH FOR O'II-]ER LOTS ATFRONT SETBACK LINE - 86 FEET.
Vote taken signified ayes by Loftus, Vonhof, Arnold, Kuykenclall, and Roseth. MOTION CARRIED.
MOTION BY VONHOF, SECOND BY KUYKENDAI .I~, TO RECOMMEND THE FEE S~ULE BE
REVIEWED AND ADJUSTED APPROPRIATELY.
Vc~e taken signified ayes by Venhof, Kuykenclall, Roseth, Loftus, and AmolcL MOTION CARRIED.
Commissioner Loftus wished to have the mutes reflect his statement that the issue on diversity and
mixture of lot sizes should be brought before the Planning Conm~sion at a future date.
MOTION BY ROSETH, SECOND BY LOFTUS, TO CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING.
Vote taken si~ed ayes by Roseth, Loftus, Arnold, Kuykendall. and Vonhof. MOTION CARRIED.
Public Hearing was closed at 9:12 P.M.
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pLANNING REPORT
AGENDA ITEM:
SUBJECT:
PRESENTER:
PUBLIC HEARING:
DATE:
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PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ZONING ORDINANCE
AMENDMENTS.
HORST W. GRASER, DIRECTOR OF PLANNING
X YES JO
APRIL 7, 1994
INTRODUCTION:
The purpose of this public hearing is to consider the following amendments to Prior Lake Zoning
Ordinance 83-6:
1. Increase the minimum lot size from 10,000 to 12,000 square feet within R-1 and R-3
Zoning Districts. (4.2)
2. Increase the minimum lot width from 80' to 86' within R-1 and R-3 Zoning Districts.
(4.2)
3. Eliminate the 22% coverage ratio in R-1 and R-3 Zoning Districts. (4.2)
4. Increase the minimum PUD acreage from 2.5 to 10 acres. (6.11, A4).
5. Establish a minimum lot size of 10,000 square feet and lot width of 80' in all PUD's for
single family lots. (6.11,A4)
6. Increase the minimum lot area for non-waterfront lots from 10,000 to 12,000 square feet.
(9.3A2)
7. Increase the minimum width for non-waterfront lots from 80 to 86 feet. (9.3A2)
8. Permit any lot of record to be used for the erection of a structure as long as it meets the
use regulations of the district in which it is located and the lot is part of a subdivision
approved by the City of Prior Lake. (4.1C)
BACKGROUNDi
On March 7, 1994, the City Council directed staff to prepare the necessary language to amend
the Zoning Ordinance and City Code as referenced above. The issue of lot size has been the
focus of discussion at a number of Council and Planning Commission workshops. In October of
1992, the "Citizen's Forum" submitted a number of recommendations to increase the lot sizes
and the number of residential categories. The lot size and width issue was often discussed at
subdivision public hearings, during the accelerated growth period of the past three years. For a
variety of reasons, Prior Lake was urged to increase the lot size and width.
STAFF ANALYSIS:
In 1975, Prior Lake amended its Zoning Ordinance from 12,000 square feet to 10,000 square feet
and incorporated an 18% maximum coverage ratio for single family lots. The principle reason
was to provide an opportunity for smaller housing on smaller lots. If a larger home was
contemplated, then a larger lot would be required. Unfortunately the 18% coverage ratio applied
to all lots in the R-1 through R-3 zones. The existing smaller, substandard lots could not be
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developed under this requirement. However, the Zoning Ordinance also states that all lots of
record are buildable. Therefore, the City has struggled with literally hundreds of variance
applications to vary setback, lot size, width and coverage ratio requirements. Perhaps it would
have been prudent to leave the 12,000 square foot lot size in place without the coverage ratio,
which is why the Council directed that this public hearing take place. Please note that the lot
width requirement during the years when 12,000 square foot lot areas were the standard, was 85
feet. The amendment directed by the City Council proposes an 86' lot width requirement.
The direct impact of this amendment is a reduction in density within single family subdivisions.
The impact on density will vary depending on the design of the subdivision. In subdivisions
with predominantly minimum lot sizes, the loss of lots will approach 8%. In developments with
a variety of lot sizes the impact will be considerably less.
Single family residential developments in Prior Lake, have considerably larger average lots sizes
than the minimum. (See attached Exhibit B). This fact stems from the curvelinear road system
necessary to address Prior Lake's unique physical features and the resulting geometrics that are
required to adapt lots to this system. It can therefore be stated that the physical impact of this
amendment on current development patterns is predominantly on lot width. The positive aspects
of a wider lot are greater architectural freedom, to allow the opportunity for a three stall garage,
more private open space between homes and perhaps, an increase in the market value of the
home.
Prior Lake staff conducted a survey of area communities, (See attached Exhibit A). Based on
this survey, Prior Lake's current lot size is on the low end of the range with Lakeville at 20,000
square feet being the upper range. The Council also directed the PUD Ordinance to be amended
to include a minimum lot size of 10,000 square feet for single family lots. Only one community
surveyed has such a restriction (Chanhassen). The City should reconsider this amendment since
it would compromise the PUD of its flexibility for which a PUD is designed. The increase in
PUD size from 2.5 acres to 10 acres is consistent with the intent, function, and requirement of
PUD's. It is very difficult to qualify for PUD status with only 2.5 acres. A larger land area
allows for design options, buffers for a variety of land uses and preservation of open space. In
general, a larger land area allows the developer to demonstrate the eligibility of a PUD.
The fiscal impact of increasing lot size standards was analyzed to the extent possible by Ralph
Teschner, Larry Anderson and Frank Boyles. Their supporting analysis is attached for
consideration. (See attached memo to Horst Graser dated April 1, 1994).
ALTERNATIVES:
Staff has drafted attached Ordinance 94-08 which if passed, would implement the City Council's
directive. The Planning Commission is required to hold the public hearing, develop facts and
findings and make a recommendation to the City Council.
ACTION REQUIRED:
A separate motion on each of the proposed amendments is in order, based upon Plarming
Commission discussion.
X. ~utr~ville
:2. Ch,~ ka
ft.) (f~t) IN A l~D:
R'I 10,000 80 ' ND
R-lA 11,500 * 85.5' **
R-lB 15,000 100 '
· (subdivision ~ to ave£age 15,000 scl. ft.)
· * (subdivision h~s t:o have an avetacje of 90')
R-E~~ 15,000 90'
YES - m/nimum lot
size ls 11,000 & 90')
4. Eden Pl:aiz:te
5. Famlr~tcn
6. Lakev tlle
?. Mtr~tonlm
R-1-9.5 9,500 70 '
R--1-44 44,000 100 '
R-1-22 22,000 90 '
R-l-13.5 13,500 85 '
R-1 10,000 80 '
R-1 20,000 100'
R-1 22,000 110 '
11-2 15,000 90 '
8. Savacje R-.1 10,890 82.5 '
R.-2A 8,400 70 '
10. Ro~e~c~mt
R-1 *** 10 acres 150'
R-2 9,000 60'
*** (as of L/18/94)
I~1 10,000 80 '
pro.ced by the Prior Lake Plann/n~ Department 3/3]/94
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Home Valuations
City of Prior Lake
Under $72,000 530 15.8%
$72,000 - $115,000 2028 60.5 %
$115,000 - $200,000 692 20.7%
Above $200,000 98 3.0%
Totals 3348 100%
[Average Home Value $110,000]
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Prior Lake City Council Minutes March 7, 1994
MOTION BY GREENFIELD, SECONDED BY SCOTT, TO DIRECT
STAFF TO PREPARE THE NECESSARY LANGUAGE AND
EXPEDITE THE PUBLIC PROCESS FOR HEARING AT THE
CITY COUNCIL FOR A PERIOD NOT TO EXCEED 45 DAYS, TO
AMEND THE CITY'S EXISTING ZONING ORDINANCE AS
FOLLOWS:
1. I)
Section 4-2; Change the existing lot.and yard requirements
of R-1 suburban residential for single family dwellings
minimum lot size from 10,000 sq. ft. to 12,000 sq. ft., and
the yard setback from a width of 80 ft. to 86 ft. and R-3
single family to 12,000 sq. ft. and eliminate the maximum
coverage requirement for both uses and use setbacks.
Section 6.11A4; Change existing Planned Unit
Development acres of contiguous land from at least two
and one-half (21/2) to at least ten (10), with a minimum lot
size of 10,000 sq. ft. with 80 ft frontage.
Councilmember Greenfield stated: "These
recommended to encourage the use of
Developments, achieving the following:"
changes are
Planned Unit
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
"Encourage a variety in the site elements, building
densities and housing types.
Preservation and enhancement of desirable site
characteristics promoting designs more sensitive to
topography, natural amenities and better design
controls for soil erosion and runoff.
Encourage more efficient and effective use of land
and open space which will provide for the opportunity
for more public parks and trail and public facilities.
Higher standards of site and building design through
the use of trained and experienced Land Planners to
prepare plans for all PUD's.
Minimize the use of variances while accommodating
desires for more diverse housing designs."
Discussion occurred on the timing of this item and whether it should
be postponed until the next meeting.
Upon a vote taken, yeas by Andren, Greenfield, Kedrowski,
Schenck and Scott, the motion carried.
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Prior Lake City Council Minutes March 7, 1994
10.
11.
MOTION BY GREENFIELD, SECOND BY SCO'n', THAT DURING
THE 45 DAY PERIOD PRIOR TO ACCEPTING APPLICATION
FOR SUBDIVISION PROCESS, STAFF WILL ADVISE
APPLICANTS OF THE PROPOSED CHANGES TO THE ZONING
ORDINANCE AND THE STATUS OF THE PUBLIC HEARING
PROCESS.
Discussion occurred regarding the motion on the Simpson request
(see page 3). Council asked staff to notify Mr. Simpson that the
date of May 2 had been changed to April 18 in order to
accommodate his request to be in compliance with the 45 day
notice of the zoning amendment.
MOTION BY KEDROWSKI, SECONDED BY GREENFIELD, TO
RECONSIDER THE PREVIOUS MOTION WHICH TABLED THE
SIMPSON ADMINISTRAVlE DIVISION UNTIL MAY 2.
Upon a vote taken, yeas by Andren, Greenfield, Kedrowski,
Schenck and Scott, the motion carried.
MOTION BY KEDROWSKI, SECONDED BY GREENFIELD TO
TABLE THE SIMPSON ADMINISTRATIVE LAND DIVISION
REQUEST UNTIL APRIL 18, 1994 SUBJECT TO THE
CONDITIONS PREVIOUSLY SET FORTH.
Upon a vote taken, yeas by Andren, Greenfield, Kedrowski,
Schenck and Scoff, the motion carried.
ANNOUNCEMENTS/CORRESPONDENCE
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business the meeting adjourned at 12:20 a.m.
The next Council meeting will be Monday, March 21, 1994 at 7:30 p.m.
(The regular public forum will begin at 7:00 p.m.)
City Manager
Recording Secretary
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Other Business;
Discussion: In an e~brt to take a proactive approach towards our future concerns
and the implementation of our 2010 comprehensive plan as di~ussed in our past
workshops, propose the tbilo~ving changes to our Zoning Ordinance;
MOTION BY GREENFIELD SECOND BY SCOTT: Direct Staff to prepare the
necessary language and expedite the public process, for Hearing at the City
Council for a period not to exceed 45 days, to amend our existing Zoning
Ordinance as follows:
1) Section 4.2; Change our existing lot and yard requirements of R-I
suburban residential for single family dwellings minimum lot size from 10,000
sq. ft. to 12,000 sq. ft., and th6. yard setback from a width of 80 ft to 86 ft. and
R-3 single family from 10,000 sq. ft. to 12,000 sq. ft. and eliminate the
maximum coverage requirement for both uses and use set-backs.
2) Section 6.11A4; C]tange our existing Planned Unit Development acres of
contiguous land from at least two and one-half (2 1/2) to at least ten (10), with
a minimum lot size of 10,000 sq. ft with 80 ft. frontage.
These changes are .recommended to encourage the use of Planned Unit
Developments. ac'hieving the tbllowing:
1 ) Encourage a variety, in the site elements, building densities and housing types.
2) Preservation and enhancement of desirable site characteristics, promoting
designs more .sensitive to topography, natural amenities and better design controls
t3or soil erosion and run-off.
3) Encourage more efficient and effective use of land and open_space which
provide tbr the opportuniv,.' for more public parks and trail and public thcilities.
4} Higher standards of site and building design through the use of trained and
experienced Land Planners to prepare plans tbr all PUD's
5) Minimize the use of variances, while accommodating desires tbr more diverse
housing designs.
With respect to. and concern for building applicants during this period propose the
tbilowing;
MOTION BY GREENFIELD SECOND BY SCOTT: During this 45 day period,
prior to accepting application for subdivision process: Staff will advise
applicants of the proposed changes to our zoning ordinance and the status of
the public hearing procesa
As a result of our discussion at our workshops about how we're going to handle the
comprehensive 2010 plan and so,,m:e of the suggestions we made to staff o~ .the directio, n
that we wanted to see staff take, I d like to be first on board t~ take a proactive approach m
the implementation process to start to give guidance to our zoning ordinances and
preparation to implementation. I'd like to propose 2 motions:
1. Direct staff to prepare the necessary language and expedite the public process for
hearing at the city council for a period not to exceed 45 days to amend our existing zoning
ordinances as follows:
Section 4.2 which is the Lot and Yard Requirements is to change our existing lot and yard
requirements of R-l, suburban residential for single family dwelling minimum lot size from
10,000 square feet to 12,000 square feet and the yard setback from width of 80 feet to 86
feet and includes in also R-3 single fomilies from 10,000 square feet to 12,000 square feet
and eliminate the maximum coverage requirement for both uses and use setbacks.
The second part of the motion is the'other change to the zoning ordinance which would be
Section 6.11A-4 which is to change our existing planned unit development acres of
· contiguous land from at least 2.5 to at least 10 for the minim~m lot size of 10,000 square
feet and 80 foot frontage.
I propose these changes are recommended to encourage the use of Planned Unit
Developments to achieve the following:.
Encour e a variety of site elements, building densities, and housing types.
1. ~ al~.,. --~ --~- .... ment of desirable site characteristics promoting, designs
2. t~reservauon anu ~,m~.-~f · .... :-~oo ~d h~tter design controls for soil erosion
more sensitive to topography, naturm
and runoff.
3. Encourage more effident and effective use of land and open space which will provide
for the opportunity for more public parks, trails and park facilities.
4. Higher standards such as site and building design through the use of tro_ined and
experienced land planners to prepare plen-~ for all PUD's.
5. Minimum the use variances while accommodating desires for more diverse housing
designs.
~- Your city code says that an amendment to the zoning code unless its being initiated
by a property owner has to be initiated by the city council and that to refer it to the
planning commission for study and report and that's what this motion is doing. The
planning commission will then have the public hearings and make their recommendation
and then it will come back to the council, and the council has to approve it by 4 out of 5 of
you or two-thirds.
Motion carries
One more motion that is on the table, that is during this forty-five day period prior to
accepting applications for subdivision process, staff will advise applicants of the proposed
changes to our zoning ordinance and the status of the public hearing process.
TO: Horst Graser
FROM:
Ralph Teschner, Larry Anderson and Frank Boyles
DATE: April 1, 1994
SUBJECT: Financial Impact of Proposed R-1 Minimum Lot Size from 12,000
Square Feet
The City Council has directed that the zoning ordinance be revised to provide for
minimum lot sizes for R-1 Parcels of 12,000 square feet. This memorandum addresses
in a general way the financial implications of such a change so that this information is
available to both the Planning Commission and City Council as part of the decision
making process.
Shown below are the eight city development related fees:
1. Trunk Sewer and Water Charge - ($3,000 per acre) About 70 percent of
the trunk sewer and water revenue is derived from this charge. The
purpose of the charge is to pay for the city sewer and water systems
required to serve the entire community. Since these charges are based on
a per acre formula the ordinance change would have no negative impact.
2. City_ Sewer Availability_ Charge and Water Availability. Charge - ($450 for
each per building permit) The remaining 30 percent of the trunk sewer and
water revenue is received from this source. One-half of the fee is
dedicated to maintenance of the sewer and water system, while the other
half is dedicated to pay for system capital costs. Since this fee is based
upon total number of building permits and there would be a reduction in
revenue owing to fewer developable lots.
3. ,Storm Water Management Fees - (16.8¢ per square foot for single family
residential lots) Since this fee is calculated on a square footage basis
there would be no negative impact.
4. Street Collector Charges - ($1,250 per acre) This fee is used to pay for the
costs associated with collector streets which can not be assessed to the
benefiting property owners. This per acre fee generates 55 percent of the
funds for this account. There would be no negative impact since this is a
per acre fee.
5. ,Street Collector Fee - ($350 per building permit) About 45 percent of the
total street collector fee is derived from this charge. Because the number
of building permits ultimately issued will be reduced by the enlarged lot
size there would be some impact.
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Water Tower Fee - ($600 per building permit) These fees are used to
repay the $1.5 million bond issue required to finance the 1987 water tower
at Crest Avenue. The fee assumes that 220 new connections would occur
each year. If lot size combined with interest rates render the annual
number of connections lower than the anticipated amount then the fee per
permit would have to be increased.
Parks Dedication Fee - (10% of raw land value, estimated at $8,000 per
acre) Because this is a per acre fee there will be no impact.
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perk Supoort Fee - ($650 per building permit) - 50 percent of this fee is
used to pay for trails and the remainder for the development of
neighborhood parks. Since this fee is based upon building permits issued
there will be some reduction of this revenue by virtue of increasing
minimum lot size.
In the long run there may also be an impact on the City's ability to assess properties.
The larger lot sizes will mean that a greater amount of street replacement costs for
example would have to be recaptured from each property. As a result we may be less
likely to sustain the anticipated special benefit required to repay for the street
reconstruction project.
There are also some potential financial pluses from the rezoning action. Ultimately, less
population will result because of fewer homes. One could argue that there might be
less city employees required to serve this smaller population. The road system, sewer
and water systems likewise, would be used somewhat less with a smaller population
than a larger population. Maintenance needs may also be less.
We are supplying this information so that it can be factored into the overall decision of
whether or not the rezoning should take place. If the Council elects to approve the
zoning ordinance change to larger lot sizes we recommend that a study be undertaken
to determine whether the building permit charges for city sewer availability, water
availability, street collector fee, water tower fee, and park support fee will be sufficient to
accumulate the funds necessary to build the capital infrastructure which they are
intended to support if the total number of lots are reduced.
FHORST, WRT
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Safeguards be provided assuring that development of this parcel
will not have a substantial negative impact on the property owner
to the east.
Covenants be placed in the deed so that any
buyer/owner is aware of the restrictions on the parcel.
subsequent
Upon a vote taken, yeas by Andren, Greenfield, Kedrowski,
Schenck and Scott, the motion carried.
A short recess was called.
The meeting reconvened at 11:45 p.m.
OTHER BUSINESS
-- City Manager Boyles reminded Council of the special meeting on
Tuesday, March 8 at 5:00 p.m.
-- Mayor Andren reported the results of the Planning Commission
Appointment Committee and stated that the Committee
recommends the appointment of Dick Kuykendall to complete the
term left vacant by Allen Greenfield's resignation.
MOTION BY GREENFIELD, SECONDED BY sco'l-r, TO
APPOINT DICK KUYKENDALL TO FILL THE UNEXPIRED TERM
OF ALLEN GREENFIELD ON THE PLANNING COMMISSION.
Upon a vote taken, yeas by Andren, Greenfield, Kedrowski,
Schenck and Scott, the motion carried.
.. Councilmember Kedrowski inquired as to the status of the sign
ordinance.
-- City Manager Boyles reported on the status of the Ambulance
Study Committee.
.. Councilmember Scott requested staff look into the parking situation
on Pleasant Street, it appears that used cars for sale are being
parked on the street.
.. Councilmember Greenfield stated: "In order to take a proactive
approach towards our future concems and the implementation of
the 2010 Comprehensive Plan as discussed in the Council's past
workshop, changes to the Zoning Ordinance are proposed as
follows:
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER
p. MENDING THE PRIOR LAKE CITIr CODE
p. ND ZONING ORDINANCE 83-6.
You are hereby notified that a public hearing will be held by the Planning Commission in the Prior Lake
Council Chambers at 4629 Dakota Street S.E. on: April 7, 1994 at 7:30 p.m.
The purpose of the public hearing is to consider the following amendments to the Prior Lake City Code
and Zoning Ordinance 83-6:
CITY CODE SECTION 5-4-1(C) AND ZONING ORDINANCE SEC'rlON 4. lC:
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:
To consider expanding the "Lot of Record" paragraph to include lots that are part of a subdivision
approved by the City of Prior Lake. The language proposed for paragraph C is as follows:
1. Any Lot of Record may be used for the erection of a structure conforming to the Use regulations
of the district in which it is located at the time of final subdivision approved by the City. A lot of
record located within the S-D Shoreland District is buildable subject to the requirements of
5-8-3(B) of the City Code and Section 9.3(B) of the Zoning Ordinance.
CITY CODE SECTION 5-4-1 AND ZONING ORDINANCE SECTION 4.2:
LOT AND YARD REQUIREMENTS:
1. To consider increasing the minimum lot size for single family dwellings located within the R-l,
Suburban Residential and R-3, Multiple Residential Zoning Districts from 10,000 to 12,000
square feet.
2. To consider increasing the minimum lot width requirement, (measured at the required front yard
setback line), for single family dwellings within the R-l, Suburban Residential R-3, Multiple
Residential Zoning Districts from 80 to 86 feet.
3. To consider eliminating the 22% maximum coverage ratio, (that portion of a lot covered by the
principle and accessory structures) for single family dwellings in R-1, Suburban Residential and
R-3 Multiple Residential Zoning Districts.
CITY CODE SECTION 5-5-11C)4 AND ZONING ORDINANCE SECTION 6.11A.4.:
PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS:
1. To consider increasing the minimum requirement of contiguous acres of land for Planned Unit
Developments from at least 2.5 acres to at least 10 acres.
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To consider establishing a minimum lot size of 10,000 square feet and a minimum lot width
of $0 feet (measured at the front yard setback) for all single family detached home lots in
Planned Unit Developments.
CITY CODE SECTION 5-8-3A AND ZONING ORDINANCE SECTION 9.3A2):
ZONING PROVISIONS - SEWERED AREAS:
1. The lot area (sq. ft.) for non.waterfront lots is proposed to be changed from 10,000 to 12,000
square feet.
2. The minimum width for non-waterfront lots at front setback line (ft.) is proposed to be
changed from 80 to 86 feet for Recreational Development and General Development
Waters.
If you desire to be heard in reference to this matter, you should attend this public hearing. Oral
and written comments will be accepted by the Planning Commission. For more information,
contact the Prior Lake Planning Department at 447-4230.
Prior Lake Planning Commission
Published in the Prior Lake American March 26, 1994, and April 2, 1994.
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PUBLIC HEARING
TO COtlSI:DEI[ 'tEE FOLLO~rI~IG AHEItl)IfEI~S ~0 ~ P~O[ ~ ZOS~G O~Cg
A. ~EA~E ~ ~ & ~ ~ S~~S FO~ ~-1 & ~-3 ZOOS.
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D. ~ ~ ~T OF ~CO~ D~PTION OF'~ ZON~G O~CE
C0~U~ BY ~ P~G ~0~SSION
~DAY, P~L 7, 1994
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