2002.12.09 PC Meeting PacketCRYSTAL PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA SUMMARY
December 9, 2002
7:00 p.m.
Crystal City Hall – Council Chambers
4141 Douglas Dr N
A. CALL TO ORDER
B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
• November 12, 2002 meeting
C. PUBLIC HEARINGS
D. OLD BUSINESS
E. NEW BUSINESS
1. Discuss preliminary draft of the new Zoning Ordinance
(proposed R-2, R-3, C-1, C-2, C-3 and I-1 district regulations)
F. GENERAL INFORMATION
1. City Council actions on Planning Commission items
2. Letter of Resignation from Planning Commission Chair
G. OPEN FORUM
H. ADJOURNMENT
CRYSTAL PLANNING COMMISSION
NOVEMBER 12, 2002
A. CALL TO ORDER
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The regular meeting of the Crystal Planning Commission convened at 7:00 p.m. with the
following present: Krueger, Nystrom, Sears, Strand, and VonRueden. Also present were the
following: Planner Sutter, Community Development Director Peters, and Community
Development Assistant Dietsche. Absent were Commissioners K. Graham, T. Graham, Kamp,
and Magnuson.
B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Moved by Commissioner Krueger and seconded by Commissioner Nystrom to approve
the minutes of the October 14, 2002 meeting with no exceptions.
Motion carried.
C. PUBLIC HEARINGS
10"IN 1. Consider Application 2002-23 for a lot division to detach a 30' strip from an
industrial property at 730132 d Ave N and add it to Valley Place Estates (7225-7289
32"d Ave N) for landscaping purposes.
Planner Sutter summarized the staff report and stated that staff recommended approval
for the lot division based on the suggested findings of fact in the staff report.
Commissioner Krueger questioned what the subject property was currently zoned and
whether or not the lot division would constitute re -zoning the 30' strip to match the
townhouse development. He also was concerned with the maintenance of the additional
land and who would be responsible for the additional taxes.
Planner Sutter replied that staff had not considered that but it would be logical to re -zone
the strip to match the townhouse development when the new zoning map is drawn. The
association would be responsible for maintenance of the common property of the
development and typically the taxes are divided equally among each unit in the
development.
=> Moved by Commissioner Nystrom and seconded by Commissioner Krueger to
close the public hearing.
Motion carried.
=> Moved by Commissioner Nystrom and seconded by Commissioner Sears to
recommend to the City Council to approve Application 2002-23 for a lot division
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at 730132 nd Ave N. Findings of fact are as stated in the staff report and that the
city will re -zone the 30' strip to match the rest of the townhouse development.
Motion carried.
D. OLD BUSINESS
E. NEW BUSINESS
1. Discuss preliminary draft of the new Zoning Ordinance including opportunities for
public input and tentative schedule for consideration by the Planning Commission
and City Council.
Planner Sutter summarized and detailed areas of the draft with considerable revisions.
The Planning Commission engaged in specific discussion about the following:
1. Definition of basement and cellar. A majority of the commission agreed that
the term "cellar" is outdated and most of the general population now uses the term
"basement." Community Development Director Peters pointed out that from a
zoning perspective, the concern is whether or not the space is habitable.
Therefore, the term "basement" seems more appropriate. Planner Sutter also
suggested adding the term "story" to the definitions to help define specific areas
1*114N of a dwelling. Staff will continue to work on the definitions section to remove
unnecessary or archaic terms.
2. Height restrictions on fences and walls in R-1. Commissioner Nystrom
questioned whether or not this applied to only structural fences and walls, or those
made up of vegetation as well. Planner Sutter replied that the 6 foot limit would
apply to structural fences and walls only. Planner Sutter also stated that this
requirement may be too restrictive for properties that abut a busier street or a
commercial property and the Planning Commission may want to consider revising
this requirement to allow fences or walls to extend up to 8 feet on this side of the
property only.
Commissioner VonRueden stated that several fences throughout the city seem to
enclose the property from the rest of the neighborhood and the 6 foot limit would
still allow adequate privacy without creating the appearance of a "fortress." He
also stated that property owners should be required to locate all property lines
before constructing a fence or wall. Community Development Director Peters
stated that the city advises property owners to do just that, but since a building
permit is not required for fences or walls 6 feet in height or less, the city has no
real way of enforcing this prior to construction.
3. Front setback requirements for R-1. Commissioner Krueger was concerned
r *N that residents on narrow streets get penalized by the 60 foot setback requirement
from the centerline of the street. Planner Sutter agreed that Commissioner
Krueger had a valid point and that staff would investigate specific impacts to
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these properties by "spot checking" randomly selected properties on streets with
right-of-way less than 60 feet wide.
Commissioner Nystrom was concerned how allowing certain structures into the
front setback may impact the property if sidewalks were ever added in front of the
property in the future. Planner Sutter replied that might be a possibility on state
aid or busier streets, but that in such cases they are typically right behind the curb,
not right next to the property line.
The Planning Commission was in agreement that the revisions make sense and are
great steps toward making the ordinance more "user-friendly."
2. Discuss necessary by-law changes.
Planner Sutter stated that the City Council has adopted ordinance 2002-08, which
requires all advisory commissions to establish term limits. Staff has drafted the necessary
by-law changes for Planning Commission consideration.
Commissioner Nystrom stated that she would abstain from any vote to approve the
changes to the by-laws. If the City Council wants these changes, then they should
mandate them. Voting means each commissioner has a choice, and according to the City
Council on this issue, the Planning Commission does not have a choice in the matter.
Planner Sutter pointed out that it requires at least five affirmative votes to amend the by-
laws, and that since only five commissioners were present, if anyone abstained or voted
against the changes, they would not pass.
Planner Sutter suggested that the Planning Commission had four options: approve the
suggested changes; reject the suggested changes; continue the matter to the December
meeting; or to refer the matter back to the City Council without taking any action.
Moved by Commissioner Nystrom and seconded by Commissioner Krueger to
refer the by-laws back to the City Council without taking any action. The
Planning Commission will await further action by the City Council to mandate the
changes.
Motion carried.
F. GENERAL INFORMATION
• City Council actions on Planning Commission items
The Planning Commission discussed the City Council's action on Application 2002-22, a
variance to reduce the minimum front yard setback from 30 feet to 27 feet at 6511 58th Ave
N.
G. OPEN FORUM
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rt, H. ADJOURNMENT
=> Moved by Commissioner Nystrom and seconded by Commissioner Krueger to adjourn.
Motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 8:56 p.m.
Secretary T. Graham
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Vice Chair VonRueden
M E M O R A N D U M
DATE: December 6, 2002
TO:P nning Commission (for December 9th meeting)
FROM: John Sutter, Planner and Redevelopment Coordinator
SUBJECT: Timetable for Development of Revised Zoning Ordinance and Map
Our schedule for discussion of the ordinance has been revised as follows:
PLAN COMM MEETING TOPIC FOR DISCUSSION
November 12, 2002 Definitions; R-1 district
December 9, 2002 R-2 and R-3 districts
January 13, 2003 C-1, C-2, C-3 and 1-1 districts
February 10, 2003 Special districts (Planned Development, Floodplain, Shoreland,
Airport); Administration; Zoning map
March 10, 2003 Review complete draft ordinance and map; set public hearing date
April 14, 2003 Public Hearing
May 6, 2003 City Council — first reading
May 20, 2003 City Council — second reading
May 29, 2003 Publication
June 28, 2003 Effective date of new ordinance and map (30 days after publication)
Enclosed please find the draft R-2 and R-3 district regulations for review and discussion.
CITY OF CRYSTAL ZONING ORDINANCE— Working Draft 12106/02
515.53 R-2 Medium Density Residential.
A. Purpose. The purpose of the R-2 district is to provide for attached or detached
1 -family dwellings, 2 -family dwellings, smaller multiple -family buildings, and
directly related, complimentary uses, together with limited commercial uses
allowed by Conditional Use Permit. In accordance with the Comprehensive
Plan, densities are to be no less than 5 and no more than 12 dwellings per gross
acre. As part of the approval process for a particular development, the City
Council may set the maximum density at a specific figure within the range
established by the Comprehensive Plan, depending on the character of the
surrounding area and the potential for negative impacts on the community.
B. Permitted Principal Uses.
1 -family detached dwellings.
2. 1 -family attached dwellings, provided there is collective maintenance of
building exteriors, driveways, landscaping and common areas.
2 -family dwellings.
4. Multiple family dwellings with no more than 8 dwellings per building.
5. Public parks and playgrounds.
6. Essential services.
C. Permitted Accessory Uses.
Off-street parking, including garages, carports, and unenclosed parking spaces,
provided the following standards are met:
a. Only licensed and operable non-commercial cars and trucks are permitted.
b. Vehicles with a gross vehicle weight greater than 12,000 pounds are not
permitted.
C. The number of vehicles parked or stored outside on a lot shall not exceed
2 per dwelling.
d. The cumulative area of all garages and carports on a lot, whether attached
or detached, shall not exceed the footprint of the residential portion of the
principal building.
e. Detached garages and carports are considered to be detached accessory
buildings and are subject to the limitations in Paragraph 6 of this
Subsection.
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2. Parking of not more than 1 commercial vehicle not exceeding 12,000 pounds
--� gross vehicle weight and 22 feet in length and 8 feet in height owned or operated
by a resident of the dwelling. Parking or storage of any truck tractors, semi-
trailers, semi -tractors or tractor -trailers is prohibited.
3. Recreational vehicles and equipment as regulated by Section 1330 of the City
Code.
4. Home occupation. An occupation, profession, activity or use that is clearly a
customary, incidental and secondary use of a dwelling and which does not alter
the exterior of the property or affect the residential character of the
neighborhood. Permissible home occupations shall not include the conducting of
a retail business (other than by mail), manufacturing or repair shop. Standards
applicable to home occupations are as follows:
a. No home occupation shall be permitted which results in or generates more
traffic than 1 car at any 1 given point in time.
b. Only persons residing on the premises shall be employed.
C. No home occupation shall be permitted which is noxious, offensive or
hazardous my reason of vehicular traffic, generation or emission of noise,
vibration, smoke, dust or other particulate matter, odorous matter, heat,
humidity, glare, refuse, radiation or other objectionable emission.
d. No mechanical, electrical or other equipment shall be used which produces
noise, electrical or magnetic interference, vibration, heat, glare or other
nuisance outside the residential structure.
e. The home occupation shall be conducted entirely within the residential
portion of the principal building.
f. No more than 25 percent or 400 square feet of the floor area of the
dwelling, whichever is less, shall be devoted to the home occupation.
g. Such home occupation shall not require internal or external alterations or
involve construction features not customarily found in dwellings, and no
alteration of the principal residential building shall be made which
changes the character and appearance thereof as a dwelling.
h. The entrance to the space devoted to such occupations shall be from
within the dwelling.
i. There shall be no exterior storage or display of equipment, goods or
materials used in the home occupation.
j. 1 sign, not to exceed 4 square feet in area, may be placed on the premises.
The sign may identify the home occupation, resident and address but may
contain no other information. The sign may not be illuminated and must be
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set back a minimum of 10 feet from a property line abutting a public
street. If the sign is freestanding, the total height may not exceed 5 feet.
5. Swimming pools, tennis courts and other recreational facilities which are
operated for the enjoyment and convenience of the residents of the principal use
and their guests.
6. Detached accessory buildings such as garages, carports, tool houses, sheds,
gazebos, non-commercial greenhouses and similar buildings for storage of
domestic supplies and non-commercial recreational equipment, provided the
following standards are met:
a. No detached accessory building shall exceed 20 feet in height or the height
of the principal building.
b. No detached accessory building shall exceed one story in height, except
that it may have an unfinished upper loft area provided it is used for
storage only and not as habitable space.
C. No detached accessory building shall exceed 1,000 square feet in area for
1 family dwellings or 600 sq. ft. per unit for 2 family or multiple family
dwellings.
d. The cumulative area of all detached accessory buildings on a lot shall not
exceed the footprint of the residential portion of the principal building.
e. In instances where the vehicle entrance to a garage or carport faces a street
or alley, the vehicle entrance shall be set back a minimum of 20 feet from
the lot line abutting the street or alley unless more restrictive setback
requirements apply.
7. Fences and walls, not to exceed 6 feet in height, and not to exceed 4 feet in
height when located in the front setback.
8. Garage sales for the infrequent temporary display and sale of general household
goods, used clothing, appliances, and other personal property, provided:
a. The exchange or sale of merchandise is conducted within the principal
structure or an accessory structure.
b. Items for sale may not include personal property purchased for the purpose
of resale.
C. The number of garage sales on an individual premises may not exceed 4
per year.
d. Each sale is limited to a 3 day duration, with hours of operation between
8:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m.
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e. Garage sale signs identifying the location and times of a garage sale may
be placed on the property at which the sale is to be conducted or on the
property of others with their consent. Such signs shall not exceed 4 square
feet in area per side; shall not be placed on or attached to any public
property or utility pole; shall not be placed within the 25 -foot sight
triangle at an intersection, as measured from the 2 sides formed by the
property lines and the third side formed by a straight line connecting the 2
25 -foot points of the corner; and must be removed within 24 hours of the
time stated on such sign for the conclusion of the sale.
9. Satellite dishes, whether roof or wall mounted, not to exceed 40 inches in
diameter.
D. Conditional Uses.
1. Governmental and public utility buildings and structures necessary for the
health, safety and general welfare of the community provided that:
a. Side setbacks shall be double that required for the district.
b. Equipment and materials are completely enclosed in a permanent structure
with no outside storage;
C. The City Council determines that the provisions and requirements of
Section 515._ (conditional use permit administration) and Section 520
(site plan review) are considered and satisfactorily met.
2. Public or semi-public institutional uses including recreational buildings;
neighborhood service or community centers; governmental agencies or non-
profit organizations providing social, educational and recreational services to
members of the community; public and private educational institutions including
day care, nursery school, pre-school, elementary, junior high and senior high
schools; and religious institutions such as churches, chapels, temples and
synagogues; provided that:
a. Side setbacks shall be double that required for the district.
b. The facility is served by arterial, collector or municipal state aid streets
and such pedestrian facilities as are necessary to accommodate the traffic
generated by the facility.
C. City Council determines that the provisions and requirements of Section
515._ (conditional use permit administration) and Section 520 (site plan
review) are considered and satisfactorily met.
3. Cemeteries, subject to the following:
a. Such use shall not include crematoriums or similar uses.
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b. No building, including mausoleums and accessory maintenance buildings,
shall exceed 5,000 sq. ft. in area or 20 feet in height. The total footprint of
buildings on the cemetery shall not exceed I% of the area of the cemetery. �..i
C. Such use may include maintenance and equipment facilities accessory to
the operation of the cemetery.
d. The City Council determines that the provisions and requirements of
Section 515._ (conditional use permit administration) and Section 520
(site plan review) are considered and satisfactorily meta
4. Bed and Breakfast Establishments, provided:
a. The property abuts and the building faces an arterial or major collector
street;
b. Signage is limited to 1 sign that indicates the name of and contact
information for the bed and breakfast establishment but no other material.
There may be 1 such sign not to exceed 4 square feet in area, not to exceed
5 feet in height if free standing, and not to be lighted unless the lighting
will not negatively impact adjacent properties.
C. Driveway, access and parking areas are adequately buffered from adjacent
residential uses.
d. The City Council determines that all applicable requirements of City Code
will be met, including but not limited to Section 515._ (conditional use
permit administration).
5. Retail stores limited to art gallery, bicycle shop, camera shop, drugstore,
florist shop, gift shop, hobby store, novelty store and school supplies,
provided the following conditions are met:
a. The property is served by and the building faces an arterial or major
collector street, such street will reasonably accommodate the traffic
generated by the facility, and vehicular entrances to the property shall
create a minimum of conflict with through traffic movement.
b. Driveway, access and parking areas are adequately buffered from adjacent
residential uses, and drive-thru facilities are specifically prohibited.
C. To maintain the residential character of the district when considering a
specific application, the City Council may impose additional requirements
on building location, orientation, height, massing or other similar design
characteristics
d. In no event shall such store shall exceed 2,500 square feet of gross floor
area.
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e. Accessory service or repair uses may be included in such conditional use
only if the City Council finds that they are clearly subordinate to the retail
use and do not detract from the residential character of the district.
f. Hours of operation shall be limited as necessary to protect any adjacent
residential uses. The specific limits on hours of operation shall be
determined for each use separately by the City Council.
g. The City Council determines that all applicable requirements of City Code
will be met, including but not limited to Section 515._ (conditional use
permit administration).
6. Food establishments limited to bakeries, coffee shops, convenience grocery
stores, delicatessens and ice cream shops, provided the following conditions are
met:
a. The property abuts and the building faces towards an arterial or major
collector street, such street will reasonably accommodate the traffic
generated by the facility, and vehicular entrances to the property shall
create a minimum of conflict with through traffic movement.
b. Driveway, access and parking areas are adequately buffered from adjacent
residential uses, and drive-thru facilities are specifically prohibited.
C. To maintain the residential character of the district when considering a
specific application, the City Council may impose additional requirements -
on building location, orientation, height, massing, materials, or other
similar design characteristics
d. In no event shall such store shall exceed 2,500 square feet of gross floor
area.
e. Eating areas may be included in such conditional use only if the City
Council finds that they are clearly subordinate to the retail sale of prepared
or unprepared food and such accessory use does not detract from the
residential character of the district.
f. Hours of operation shall be limited as necessary to protect any adjacent
residential uses. The specific limits on hours of operation shall be
determined for each use separately by the City Council.
g. The City Council determines that all applicable requirements of City Code
will be met, including but not limited to Section 515._ (conditional use
permit administration).
7. Service establishments limited to barber shop, beauty parlor, body piercing, day
spa, locksmith, nail salon, photography studio, sewing, shoe repair, tanning
booth, tattooing and therapeutic massage, provided the following conditions are
met:
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a. The property abuts and the building faces towards an arterial or major
collector street, such street will reasonably accommodate the traffic
generated by the facility, and vehicular entrances to the property shall
create a minimum of conflict with through traffic movement.
b. Driveway, access and parking areas are adequately buffered from adjacent
residential uses, and drive-thru facilities are specifically prohibited.
C. To maintain the residential character of the district when considering a
specific application, the City Council may impose additional requirements
on building location, orientation, height, massing, materials, or other
similar design characteristics
d. In no event shall such store shall exceed 2,500 square feet of gross floor
area.
e. Hours of operation shall be limited as necessary to protect any adjacent
residential uses. The specific limits on hours of operation shall be
determined for each use separately by the City Council.
f. The City Council determines that all applicable requirements of City Code
will be met, including but not limited to Section 515._ (conditional use
permit administration).
Offices including leased, commercial, professional, public, medical, dental,
insurance, real estate, funeral homes, and banks or similar financial institutions,
provided the following conditions are met:
a. The property abuts and the building faces towards an arterial or major
collector street, such street will reasonably accommodate the traffic
generated by the facility, and vehicular entrances to the property shall
create a minimum of conflict with through traffic movement.
b. Driveway, access and parking areas are adequately buffered from adjacent
residential uses, and drive-thru facilities are specifically prohibited.
C. To maintain the residential character of the district when considering a
specific application, the City Council may impose additional requirements
on building location, orientation, height, massing, materials, or other
similar design characteristics
d. In no event shall such store shall exceed 5,000 square feet of gross floor
area.
e. Hours of operation shall be limited as necessary to protect any adjacent
residential uses. The specific limits on hours of operation shall be
determined for each use separately by the City Council.
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f. The City Council determines that all applicable requirements of City Code
will be met, including but not limited to Section 515._ (conditional use
permit administration).
9. Laundromat and pick-up stations for laundry or dry cleaning, including
incidental repair and assembly but not including processing, provided the
following conditions are met:
a. The property abuts and the building faces towards an arterial or major
collector street, such street will reasonably accommodate the traffic
generated by the facility, and vehicular entrances to the property shall
create a minimum of conflict with through traffic movement.
b. Driveway, access and parking areas are adequately buffered from adjacent
residential uses, and drive-thru facilities are specifically prohibited.
C. To maintain the residential character of the district when considering a
specific application, the City Council may impose additional requirements
on building location, orientation, height, massing, materials, or other
similar design characteristics
d. In no event shall such store shall exceed 2,500 square feet of gross floor
area.
e. To maintain the residential character of the district, no such establishment
shall exceed 5,000 square feet of gross floor area.
£ Hours of operation shall be limited as necessary to protect any adjacent
residential uses. The specific limits on hours of operation shall be
determined for each use separately by the City Council.
g. The City Council determines that all applicable requirements of City Code
will be met, including but not limited to Section 515._ (conditional use
permit administration).
10. Hospitals, nursing homes, sanitariums or similar institutions, provided the
following conditions are met:
a. The facility is served by arterial, collector or municipal state aid streets
and such pedestrian facilities as are necessary to accommodate the traffic
generated by the facility.
b. Driveway, access and parking areas are adequately buffered from adjacent
residential uses, and drive-thru facilities are specifically prohibited.
C. All state laws and statutes governing such use are strictly adhered to and
all required operating permits are secured.
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d. The City Council determines that all applicable requirements of City Code
will be met, including but not limited to Section 515._ (conditional use
permit administration). \.,1
11. Buildings in excess of 3 stories or 40 feet, provided that:
a. The property abuts and the building faces towards an arterial or major
collector street, such street will reasonably accommodate the traffic
generated by the facility, and vehicular entrances to the property shall
create a minimum of conflict with through traffic movement.
b. The site is capable of accommodating the increased intensity of use.
C. For each additional story over 3 stories or for each additional ten feet
above 40 feet, the minimum required setback from each lot line for that
portion of the building shall be increased by 10 feet.
d. The City Council determines that all applicable requirements of City Code
will be met, including but not limited to Section 515._ (conditional use
permit administration).
E. Minimum Lot Requirements. Lots in the R-2 district shall meet all of the following
requirements:
1. Minimum lot area of 4,000 square feet per dwelling, but in no event less than
15,000 square feet.
2. Minimum lot width of 100 feet.
3. Minimum lot depth of 100 feet.
F. Minimum Building Size Requirements:
1. 1 or 2 family single story dwellings shall have a main floor area of no less than
900 square feet, unless there is no basement or cellar in which case the main
floor area shall be no less than 1,000 square feet. For the purposes of this
Subsection, 1 story dwellings includes multiple story dwellings with less than
300 square feet of finished or finishable upper floor area. In the case of 2 family
dwellings, the minimum area requirement is applicable to each unit separately.
2. 1 or 2 family multiple story dwellings with less than 600 but no less than 300
square feet of finished or finishable upper floor area shall have a main floor area
of no less than 800 square feet, unless there is no basement or cellar in which
case the main floor area shall be no less than 900 square feet. In the case of 2
family dwellings, the minimum area requirement is applicable to each unit
separately.
3. 1 or 2 family multiple story dwellings with no less than 600 square feet of
finished or finishable upper floor area shall have a main floor area of no less
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than 700 square feet, unless there is no basement or cellar in which case the
main floor area shall be no less than 800 square feet. In the case of 2 family
dwellings, the minimum area requirement is applicable to each unit separately.
4. Multiple family dwellings shall have a minimum floor area as follows:
a. No efficiency unit shall have less than 600 sq. ft. of floor area.
b. No 1 bedroom unit shall have less than 720 sq. ft. of floor area.
C. No 2 bedroom unit shall have less than 840 sq. ft of floor area.
d. No 3 bedroom unit shall have less than 960 sq. ft of floor area.
e. For units with more than 3 bedrooms, no unit shall have less than 960 sq.
ft. plus 100 sq. ft. of floor area for each bedroom over 3.
The current ordinance has a minimum floor area of 500sf for efficiencies, 600 sf for 1
bedrooms, 720 sf for two bedrooms, and 100 additional sf for each bedroom over 2. The
proposed new, higher figures are more consistent with modern housing needs.
G. Coverage and Height Limitations.
1. Lot coverage.
a. For 1 and 2 family dwellings on interior lots not abutting an alley: No
more than 40% of the rear setback established by section shall be
covered by structures.
b. For 1 and 2 family dwellings on interior lots abutting an alley or on corner
lots:
(1) If 60 feet or more in width, no more than 40% of that part of the lot
between the rear line of the principal building and the rear lot line
shall be covered by structures.
(2) If less than 60 feet in width, no more than 50% of that part of the lot
between the rear line of the principal building and the rear lot line
shall be covered by structures.
C. For all other uses, no more than 50% of the lot may be covered by
structures.
2. Height Limitations
a. No building or structure shall exceed 3 stories or 40 feet in height,
whichever is less.
b. Exceptions:
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(1) Chimneys.
(2) Church spires and steeples.
(3) Flagpoles.
(4) Monuments.
(5) Poles, towers and other structures for essential services.
(6) Equipment for amateur radio operations licensed by the FCC not to
exceed 50 feet in height.
(7) Roof -mounted television and radio antennae, not including satellite
dishes, and not to exceed 12 feet above the roof.
(8) Satellite dishes not to exceed 40 inches in diameter and not to exceed
4 feet above the roof.
H. Setbacks.
1. Front setback.
a. 60 feet from the centerline of the street, but not less than 30 feet from the
front lot line.
b. Exceptions:
(1) Awnings projecting not more than 2 feet into the setback.
(2) Landings not exceeding 6 feet by 6 feet together with steps
necessary to reach grade.
(3) Chimneys projecting not more than 2 feet into the setback.
(4) Flagpoles.
(5) Eaves projecting not more than 2 feet into the setback.
(6) Handicap ramps; provided no part may be closer than 5 feet to any
lot line.
(7) For 1 or 2 family dwellings: Bow or box windows, bays, foyers or
other additions to the principal building, subject to the following
limitations:
(a) The addition shall not project more than 4 feet into the front
setback.
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(b) Each addition shall not exceed 12 feet in width, and the
cumulative width of all additions shall not exceed 40% of the
width of the principal building.
(c) Each addition's encroachment into the front setback shall not
exceed 32 square feet, and the cumulative encroachment of all
additions shall not exceed 50 square feet.
(8) For 1 or 2 family dwellings: Open porches and decks attached to the
principal building, provided that they project no more than 8 feet
into the front setback and their cumulative encroachment into the
front setback does not exceed 200 square feet. Open porches are
characterized as having a roof but not being enclosed with windows,
screens or walls.
(9) For 1 or 2 family dwellings: Patios and detached decks, provided
that they are set back at least 22 feet from the front lot line and their
cumulative encroachment into the front setback does not exceed 200
square feet.
(10) Fences and walls.
(11) Driveways and parking areas in accordance with the requirements
of 515.
(12) Sidewalks not to exceed 6 feet in width.
(13) Satellite dishes, with a dish diameter not to exceed 40 inches,
mounted to the principal building and not extending more than 3 feet
into the required setback.
(14) Signs in accordance with Section 405 of Crystal City Code.
2. Rear setback.
a. 30 feet from the rear lot line.
b. Exceptions:
(1) Awnings projecting not more than 2 feet into the setback.
(2) Landings not exceeding 6 feet by 6 feet together with steps
necessary to reach grade
(3) Chimneys projecting not more than 2 feet into the setback.
(4) Flagpoles.
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(5) Eaves projecting not more than 2 feet into the setback.
(6) Handicap ramps; provided no part may be closer than 5 feet to any
lot line.
(7) For 1 or 2 family dwellings: Bow or box windows, bays, foyers or
other additions to the principal building, subject to the following
limitations:
(a) The addition shall not project more than 4 feet into the rear
setback.
(b) Each addition shall not exceed 12 feet in width, and the
cumulative width of all additions shall not exceed 40% of the
width of the house.
(c) Each addition's encroachment into the rear setback shall not
exceed 32 square feet, and the cumulative encroachment of all
additions shall not exceed 50 square feet.
(8) For 1 or 2 family dwellings: Open porches and decks attached to the
principal building, provided that they project no more than 8 feet
into the rear setback and their cumulative encroachment into the rear
setback does not exceed 200 square feet. Open porches are
characterized as having a roof but not being enclosed with windows,
screens or walls.
(9) Recreational equipment; provided no part may be closer than 5 feet
to any lot line.
(10) Clothesline poles; provided no part may be closer than 5 feet to any
lot line.
(11) Detached accessory structures, including patios, decks, storage sheds
and gazebos; provided no part may be closer than 5 feet to any lot
line.
(12) Detached garages; provided no part may be closer than 5 feet to any
lot line; and in instances where the vehicle entrance faces an alley or
side street, the garage shall be set back a minimum of 20 feet from
the lot line abutting the alley or side street.
(13) Air conditioning or heating equipment; provided no part may be
closer than 5 feet to any lot line but in no case within 10 feet of the
living quarters of a building on adjoining property.
(14) Fences and walls.
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(15) Driveways and parking areas in accordance with the requirements
of 515.
(16) Sidewalks not to exceed 6 feet in width.
(17) Satellite dishes, with a dish diameter not to exceed 40 inches,
mounted to the principal building and not extending more than 3 feet
into the required setback.
(18) Signs in accordance with Section 405 of Crystal City Code.
3. Side setback:
a. 15 feet from the side lot line.
b. Exceptions:
(1) Awnings projecting not more than 2 feet into the setback.
(2) Landings not exceeding 6 feet by 6 feet together with steps
necessary to reach grade
(3) Chimneys projecting not more than 2 feet into the setback.
(4) Eaves projecting not more than 2 feet into the setback.
(5) Handicap ramps; provided no part may be closer than 5 feet to any
lot line.
(6) Fences and walls.
(7) Driveways and parking areas in accordance with the requirements of
515.
(8) Sidewalks not to exceed 6 feet in width.
(9) Satellite dishes, with a dish diameter not to exceed 40 inches,
mounted to the principal building and not extending more than 3 feet
into the required setback.
4. Side street setback:
a. 60 feet from the centerline of the side street, but not less than 30 feet from
the side street lot line.
b. Exceptions
(1) Awnings projecting not more than 2 feet into the setback.
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(2) Landings not exceeding 6 feet by 6 feet together with steps
necessary to reach grade
(3) Chimneys projecting not more than 2 feet into the setback.
(4) Flagpoles.
(5) Eaves projecting not more than 2 feet into the setback.
(6) Handicap ramps; provided no part may be closer than 5 feet to any
lot line.
(7) Fences and walls.
(8) Driveways and parking areas in accordance with the requirements
of 515.
(9) Sidewalks not to exceed 6 feet in width.
(10) Satellite dishes, with a dish diameter not to exceed 40 niches,
mounted to the principal building and not extending more than 3 feet
into the required setback.
(11) Signs in accordance with Section 405 of Crystal City Code.
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515.57 R-3 High Density Residential.
A. Purpose. The purpose of the R-3 district is to provide for multiple family
buildings and directly related, complimentary uses, together with limited
commercial uses allowed by Conditional Use Permit. In accordance with the
Comprehensive Plan, densities are to be no less than 12 and no more than 22
dwellings per gross acre. As part of the approval process for a particular
development, the City Council may set the maximum density at a specific
figure within the range established by the Comprehensive Plan, depending on
the character of the surrounding area and the potential for negative impacts on
the community.
B. Permitted Principal Uses.
1 -family attached dwellings, provided there is collective maintenance of building
exteriors, driveways, landscaping and common areas.
2. Multiple family dwellings.
Public parks and playgrounds.
4. Essential services.
,_*N C. Permitted Accessory Uses
1. Off-street parking, including garages, carports, and unenclosed parking spaces,
provided the following standards are met:
a. Only licensed and operable non-commercial cars and trucks are permitted.
b. Vehicles with a gross vehicle weight greater than 12,000 pounds are not
permitted.
C. The number of vehicles parked or stored outside on a lot shall not exceed
2 per dwelling.
d. The cumulative area of all garages and carports on a lot, whether attached
or detached, shall not exceed the footprint of the residential portion of the
principal building.
Detached garages and carports are considered to be detached accessory
buildings and are subject to the limitations in Paragraph 6 of this
Subsection.
2. Parking of not more than 1 commercial vehicle not exceeding 12,000 pounds
gross vehicle weight and 22 feet in length and 8 feet in height owned or operated
by a resident of the dwelling. Parking or storage of any truck tractors, semi-
trailers, semi -tractors or tractor -trailers is prohibited.
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3. Recreational vehicles and equipment as regulated by Section 1330 of the City
Code.
4. Home occupation. An occupation, profession, activity or use that is clearly a
customary, incidental and secondary use of a dwelling and which does not alter
the exterior of the property or affect the residential character of the
neighborhood. Permissible home occupations shall not include the conducting of
a retail business (other than by mail), manufacturing or repair shop. Standards
applicable to home occupations are as follows:
a. No home occupation shall be permitted which results in or generates more
traffic than 1 car at any 1 given point in time.
b. Only persons residing on the premises shall be employed.
C. No home occupation shall be permitted which is noxious, offensive or
hazardous my reason of vehicular traffic, generation or emission of noise,
vibration, smoke, dust or other particulate matter, odorous matter, heat,
humidity, glare, refuse, radiation or other objectionable emission.
d. No mechanical, electrical or other equipment shall be used which produces
noise, electrical or magnetic interference, vibration, heat, glare or other
nuisance outside the residential structure.
e. The home occupation shall be conducted entirely within the residential
portion of the principal building.
f. No more than 25 percent or 400 square feet of the floor .area of the
dwelling, whichever is less, shall be devoted to the home occupation.
g. Such home occupation shall not require internal or external alterations or
involve construction features not customarily found in dwellings, and no
alteration of the principal residential building shall be made which
changes the character and appearance thereof as a dwelling.
h. The entrance to the space devoted to such occupations shall be from
within the dwelling.
i. There shall be no exterior storage or display of equipment, goods or
materials used in the home occupation.
j. 1 sign, not to exceed 4 square feet in area, may be placed on the premises.
The sign may identify the home occupation, resident and address but may
contain no other information. The sign may not be illuminated and must be
set back a minimum of 10 feet from a property line abutting a public
street. If the sign is freestanding, the total height may not exceed 5 feet.
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5. Swimming pools, tennis courts and other recreational facilities which are
operated for the enjoyment and convenience of the residents of the principal use
and their guests.
6. Detached accessory buildings such as garages, carports, tool houses, sheds,
gazebos, non-commercial greenhouses and similar buildings for storage of
domestic supplies and non-commercial recreational equipment, provided the
following standards are met:
a. No detached accessory building shall exceed 20 feet in height .
b. No detached accessory building shall exceed one story in height, except
that it may have an unfinished upper loft area provided it is used for
storage only and not as habitable space.
C. No detached accessory building shall exceed 1,000 square feet in area for
1 family dwellings or 600 sq. ft. per unit for 2 family or multiple family
dwellings.
d. The cumulative area of all detached accessory buildings on a lot shall not
exceed the footprint of the residential portion of the principal building.
e. In instances where the vehicle entrance to a garage or carport faces a street
or alley, the vehicle entrance shall be set back a minimum of 20 feet from
the lot line abutting the street or alley unless more restrictive setback
requirements apply.
7. Fences and walls, not to exceed 6 feet in height, and not to exceed 4 feet in
height when located in the front setback.
8. Garage sales for the infrequent temporary display and sale of general household
goods, used clothing, appliances, and other personal property, provided:
a. The exchange or sale of merchandise is conducted within the principal
structure or an accessory structure.
b. Items for sale may not include personal property purchased for the purpose
of resale.
C. The number of garage sales on an individual premises may not exceed 4
per year.
d. Each sale is limited to a 3 day duration, with hours of operation between
8:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m.
e. Garage sale signs identifying the location and times of a garage sale may
be placed on the property at which the sale is to be conducted or on the
property of others with their consent. Such signs shall not exceed 4 square
feet in area per side; shall not be placed on or attached to any public
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property or utility pole; shall not be placed within the 25 -foot sight
triangle at an intersection, as measured from the 2 sides formed by the
property lines and the third side formed by a straight line connecting the 2 \..
25 -foot points of the corner; and must be removed within 24 hours of the
time stated on such sign for the conclusion of the sale.
9. Satellite dishes, whether roof or wall mounted, not to exceed 40 inches in
diameter.
D. Conditional Uses.
1. Governmental and public utility buildings and structures necessary for the
health, safety and general welfare of the community provided that:
a. Side setbacks shall be double that required for the district.
b. Equipment and materials are completely enclosed in a permanent structure
with no outside storage;
C. The City Council determines that the provisions and requirements of
Section 515._ (conditional use permit administration) and Section 520
(site plan review) are considered and satisfactorily met.
2. Public or semi-public institutional uses including recreational buildings;
neighborhood service or community centers; governmental agencies or non-
profit organizations providing social, educational and recreational services to
members of the community; public and private educational institutions including
day care, nursery school, pre-school, elementary, junior high and senior high
schools; and religious institutions such as churches, chapels, temples and
synagogues; provided that:
a. Side setbacks shall be double that required for the district.
b. The facility is served by arterial, collector or municipal state aid streets
and such pedestrian facilities as are necessary to accommodate the traffic
generated by the facility.
C. City Council determines that the provisions and requirements of Section
515._ (conditional use permit administration) and Section 520 (site plan
review) are considered and satisfactorily met.
3. Cemeteries, subject to the following:
a. Such use shall not include crematoriums or similar uses.
b. No building, including mausoleums and accessory maintenance buildings,
shall exceed 5,000 sq. ft. in area or 20 feet in height. The total footprint of
buildings on the cemetery shall not exceed I% of the area of the cemetery.
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C. Such use may include maintenance and equipment facilities accessory to
r� the operation of the cemetery.
d. The City Council determines that the provisions and requirements of
Section 515._ (conditional use permit administration) and Section 520
(site plan review) are considered and satisfactorily met.
4. Bed and Breakfast Establishments, provided:
a. The property abuts and the building faces an arterial or major collector
street;
b. Signage is limited to 1 sign that indicates the naive of and contact
information for the bed and breakfast establishment but no other material.
There may be 1 such sign not to exceed 4 square feet in area, not to exceed
5 feet in height if free standing, and not to be lighted unless the lighting
will not negatively impact adjacent properties.
C. Driveway, access and parking areas are adequately buffered from adjacent
residential uses.
d. The City Council determines that all applicable requirements of City Code
will be met, including but not limited to Section 515._ (conditional use
permit administration).
5. Retail stores limited to art gallery, bicycle shop, camera shop, drugstore,
florist shop, gift shop, hobby store, novelty store and school supplies,
provided the following conditions are met:
a. The property is served by and the building faces an arterial or major
collector street, such street will reasonably accommodate the traffic
generated by the facility, and vehicular entrances to the property shall
create a minimum of conflict with through traffic movement.
b. Driveway, access and parking areas are adequately buffered from adjacent
residential uses, and drive-thru facilities are specifically prohibited.
C. To maintain the residential character of the district when considering a
specific application, the City Council may impose additional requirements
on building location, orientation, height, massing or other similar design
characteristics
d. In no event shall such store shall exceed 2,500 square feet of gross floor
area.
e. Accessory service or repair uses may be included in such conditional use
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if the City Council finds that they are clearly subordinate to the retail
use and do not detract from the residential character of the district.
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f. Hours of operation shall be limited as necessary to protect any adjacent
residential uses. The specific limits on hours of operation shall be
determined for each use separately by the City Council. `..
g. The City Council determines that all applicable requirements of City Code
will be met, including but not limited to Section 515._ (conditional use
permit administration).
6. Food establishments limited to bakeries, coffee shops, convenience grocery
stores, delicatessens and ice cream shops, provided the following conditions are
met:
a. The property abuts and the building faces towards an arterial or major
collector street, such street will reasonably accommodate the traffic
generated by the facility, and vehicular entrances to the property shall
create a minimum of conflict with through traffic movement.
b. Driveway, access and parking areas are adequately buffered from adjacent
residential uses, and drive-thru facilities are specifically prohibited.
C. To maintain the residential character of the district when considering a
specific application, the City Council may impose additional requirements
on building location, orientation, height, massing, materials, or other
similar design characteristics
d. In no event shall such store shall exceed 2,500 square feet of gross floor
area.
e. Eating areas may be included in such conditional use only if the City
Council finds that they are clearly subordinate to the retail sale of prepared
or unprepared food and such accessory use does not detract from the
residential character of the district.
f. Hours of operation shall be limited as necessary to protect any adjacent
residential uses. The specific limits on hours of operation shall be
determined for each use separately by the City Council.
g. The City Council determines that all applicable requirements of City Code
will be met, including but not limited to Section 515._ (conditional use
permit administration).
7. Service establishments limited to barber shop, beauty parlor, body piercing, day
spa, locksmith, nail salon, photography studio, sewing, shoe repair, tanning
booth, tattooing and therapeutic massage, provided the following conditions are
met:
The property abuts and the building faces towards an arterial or major
collector street, such street will reasonably accommodate the traffic
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generated by the facility, and vehicular entrances to the property shall
create a minimum of conflict with through traffic movement.
b. Driveway, access and parking areas are adequately buffered from adjacent
residential uses, and drive-thru facilities are specifically prohibited.
C. To maintain the residential character of the district when considering a
specific application, the City Council may impose additional requirements
on building location, orientation, height, massing, materials, or other
similar design characteristics
d. In no event shall such store shall exceed 2,500 square feet of gross floor
area.
e. Hours of operation shall be limited as necessary to protect any adjacent
residential uses. The specific limits on hours of operation shall be
determined for each use separately by the City Council.
f. The City Council determines that all applicable requirements of City Code
will be met, including but not limited to Section 515._ (conditional use
permit administration).
8. Offices including leased, commercial, professional, public, medical, dental,
insurance, real estate, funeral homes, and banks or similar financial institutions,
provided the following conditions are met:
a. The property abuts and the building faces towards an arterial or major
collector street, such street will reasonably accommodate the traffic
generated by the facility, and vehicular entrances to the property shall
create a minimum of conflict with through traffic movement.
b. Driveway, access and parking areas are adequately buffered from adjacent
residential uses, and drive-thru facilities are specifically prohibited.
To maintain the residential character of the district when considering a
specific application, the City Council may impose additional requirements
on building location, orientation, height, massing, materials, or other
similar design characteristics
d. In no event shall such store shall exceed 5,000 square feet of gross floor
area.
e. Hours of operation shall be limited as necessary to protect any adjacent
residential uses. The specific limits on hours of operation shall be
determined for each use separately by the City Council.
f. The City Council determines that all applicable requirements of City Code
will be met, including but not limited to Section 515._ (conditional use
permit administration).
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9. Laundromat and pick-up stations for laundry or dry cleaning, including
incidental repair and assembly but not including processing, provided the `.
following conditions are met:
a. The property abuts and the building faces towards an arterial or major
collector street, such street will reasonably accommodate the traffic
generated by the facility, and vehicular entrances to the property shall
create a minimum of conflict with through traffic movement.
b. Driveway, access and parking areas are adequately buffered from adjacent
residential uses, and drive-thru facilities are specifically prohibited.
C. To maintain the residential character of the district when considering a
specific application, the City Council may impose additional requirements
on building location, orientation, height, massing, materials, or other
similar design characteristics
d. In no event shall such store shall exceed 2,500 square feet of gross floor
area.
e. To maintain the residential character of the district, no such establishment
shall exceed 5,000 square feet of gross floor area.
f. Hours of operation shall be limited as necessary to protect any adjacent �..
residential uses. The specific limits on hours of operation shall be
determined for each use separately by the City Council.
g. The City Council determines that all applicable requirements of City Code
will be met, including but not limited to Section 515._ (conditional use
permit administration).
10. Hospitals, nursing homes, sanitariums or similar institutions, provided the
following conditions are met:
a. The facility is served by arterial, collector or municipal state aid streets
and such pedestrian facilities as are necessary to accommodate the traffic
generated by the facility.
b. Driveway, access and parking areas are adequately buffered from adjacent
residential uses, and drive-thru facilities are specifically prohibited.
C. All state laws and statutes governing such use are strictly adhered to and
all required operating permits are secured.
d. The City Council determines that all applicable requirements of City Code
will be met, including but not limited to Section 515._ (conditional use
permit administration).
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11. Buildings in excess of 3 stories or 40 feet, provided that:
a. The property abuts and the building faces towards an arterial or major
collector street, such street will reasonably accommodate the traffic
generated by the facility, and vehicular entrances to the property shall
create a minimum of conflict with through traffic movement.
b. The site is capable of accommodating the increased intensity of use.
C. For each additional story over 3 stories or for each additional ten feet
above 40 feet, the minimum required setback from each lot line for that
portion of the building shall be increased by 5 feet.
d. The City Council determines that all applicable requirements of City Code
will be met, including but not limited to Section 515._ (conditional use
permit administration).
E. Minimum Lot Requirements. Lots in the R-3 district shall meet all of the following
requirements:
Minimum lot area of 2,400 square feet per dwelling, but in no event less than
20,000 square feet.
2. Minimum lot width of 100 feet.
3. Minimum lot depth of 100 feet.
F. Minimum Building Size Requirements:
1. 1 or 2 family single story dwellings shall have a main floor area of no less than
900 square feet, unless there is no basement or cellar in which case the main
floor area shall be no less than 1,000 square feet. For the purposes of this
Subsection, 1 story dwellings includes multiple story dwellings with less than
300 square feet of finished or finishable upper floor area. In the case of 2 family
dwellings, the minimum area requirement is applicable to each unit separately.
2. 1 or 2 family multiple story dwellings with less than 600 but no less than 300
square feet of finished or finishable upper floor area shall have a main floor area
of no less than 800 square feet, unless there is no basement or cellar in which
case the main floor area shall be no less than 900 square feet. In the case of 2
family dwellings, the minimum area requirement is applicable to each unit
separately.
3. 1 or 2 family multiple story dwellings with no less than 600 square feet of
finished or finishable upper floor area shall have a main floor area of no less
than 700 square feet, unless there is no basement or cellar in which case the
main floor area shall be no less than 800 square feet. In the case of 2 family
dwellings, the minimum area requirement is applicable to each unit separately.
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4. Multiple family dwellings shall have a minimum floor area as follows:
f. No efficiency unit shall have less than 600 sq. ft. of floor area.
g. No 1 bedroom unit shall have less than 720 sq. ft. of floor area.
h. No 2 bedroom unit shall have less than 840 sq. ft of floor area.
i. No 3 bedroom unit shall have less than 960 sq. ft of floor area.
j. For units with more than 3 bedrooms, no unit shall have less than 960 sq.
ft. plus 100 sq. ft. of floor area for each bedroom over 3.
G. Coverage and Height Limitations.
1. Lot coverage.
a. For 1 and 2 family dwellings on interior lots not abutting an alley: No
more than 40% of the rear setback established by section shall be
covered by structures.
b. For 1 and 2 family dwellings on interior lots abutting an alley or on corner
lots:
(1) If 60 feet or more in width, no more than 40% of that part of the lot
between the rear line of the principal building and the rear lot line
shall be covered by structures.
(2) If less than 60 feet in width, no more than 50% of that part of the lot
between the rear line of the principal building and the rear lot line
shall be covered by structures.
C. For all other uses, no more than 60% of the lot may be covered by
structures.
2. Height Limitations
a. No building or structure shall exceed 3 stories or 40 feet in height,
whichever is less.
b. Exceptions:
(1)
Chimneys.
(2)
Church spires and steeples.
(3)
Flagpoles.
(4)
Monuments.
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(5) Poles, towers and other structures for essential services.
(6) Equipment for amateur radio operations licensed by the FCC not to
exceed 50 feet in height.
(7) Roof -mounted television and radio antennae, not including satellite
dishes, and not to exceed 12 feet above the roof.
(8) Satellite dishes not to exceed 40 inches in diameter and not to exceed
4 feet above the roof.
H. Setbacks.
1. Front setback.
a. 60 feet from the centerline of the street, but not less than 30 feet from the
front lot line.
b. Exceptions:
(1) Awnings projecting not more than 2 feet into the setback.
(2) Landings not exceeding 6 feet by 6 feet together with steps
necessary to reach grade.
(3) Chimneys projecting not more than 2 feet into the setback.
(4) Flagpoles.
(5) Eaves projecting not more than 2 feet into the setback.
(6) Handicap ramps; provided no part may be closer than 5 feet to any
lot line.
(7) For 1 or 2 family dwellings: Bow or box windows, bays, foyers or
other additions to the principal building, subject to the following
limitations:
(a) The addition shall not project more than 4 feet into the front
setback.
(b) Each addition shall not exceed 12 feet in width, and the
cumulative width of all additions shall not exceed 40% of the
width of the principal building.
(c) Each addition's encroachment into the front setback shall not
exceed 32 square feet, and the cumulative encroachment of all
additions shall not exceed 50 square feet.
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(8) For 1 or 2 family dwellings: Open porches and decks attached to the
principal building, provided that they project no more than 8 feet
into the front setback and their cumulative encroachment into the
front setback does not exceed 200 square feet. Open porches are
characterized as having a roof but not being enclosed with windows,
screens or walls.
(9) For 1 or 2 family dwellings: Patios and detached decks, provided
that they are set back at least 22 feet from the front lot line and their
cumulative encroachment into the front setback does not exceed 200
square feet.
(10) Fences and walls.
(11) Driveways and parking areas in accordance with the requirements
of 515.
(12) Sidewalks not to exceed 6 feet in width.
(13) Satellite dishes, with a dish diameter not to exceed 40 inches,
mounted to the principal building and not extending more than 3 feet
into the required setback.
(14) Signs in accordance with Section 405 of Crystal City Code. '*%�
2. Rear setback.
a. 30 feet from the rear lot line.
b. Exceptions:
(1) Awnings projecting not more than 2 feet into the setback.
(2) Landings not exceeding 6 feet by 6 feet together with steps
necessary to reach grade.
(3) Chimneys projecting not more than 2 feet into the setback.
(4) Flagpoles.
(5) Eaves projecting not more than 2 feet into the setback.
(6) Handicap ramps; provided no part may be closer than 5 feet to any
lot line.
(7) For 1 or 2 family dwellings: Bow or box windows, bays, foyers or
other additions to the principal building, subject to the following
limitations:
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(a) The addition shall not project more than 4 feet into the rear
setback.
(b) Each addition shall not exceed 12 feet in width, and the
cumulative width of all additions shall not exceed 40% of the
width of the house.
(c) Each addition's encroachment into the rear setback shall not
exceed 32 square feet, and the cumulative encroachment of all
additions shall not exceed 50 square feet.
(8) For 1 or 2 family dwellings: Open porches and decks attached to the
principal building, provided that they project no more than 8 feet
into the rear setback and their cumulative encroachment into the rear
setback does not exceed 200 square feet. Open porches are
characterized as having a roof but not being enclosed with windows,
screens or walls.
(9) Recreational equipment; provided no part may be closer than 3 feet
to any lot line.
(10) Clothesline poles; provided no part may be closer than 3 feet to any
lot line.
(11) Detached accessory structures, including patios, decks, storage sheds
and gazebos; provided no part may be closer than 3 feet to any lot
line.
(12) Detached garages; provided no part may be closer than 3 feet to any
lot line; and in instances where the overhead doors face an alley or
side street, the garage shall be set back a minimum of 20 feet from
the lot line abutting the alley or side street.
(13) Air conditioning or heating equipment; provided no part may be
closer than 3 feet to any lot line but in no case within 10 feet of the
living quarters of a building on adjoining property.
(14) Fences and walls.
(15) Driveways and parking areas in accordance with the requirements
of 515.
(16) Sidewalks not to exceed 6 feet in width.
(17) Satellite dishes, with a dish diameter not to exceed 40 inches,
mounted to the principal building and not extending more than 3 feet
into the required setback.
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(18) Signs in accordance with Section 405 of Crystal City Code.
3. Side setback:
a. 15 feet from the side lot line.
b. Exceptions:
(1) Awnings projecting not more than 2 feet into the setback.
(2) Landings not exceeding 6 feet by 6 feet together with steps
necessary to reach grade.
(3) Chimneys projecting not more than 2 feet into the setback.
(4) Eaves projecting not more than 2 feet into the setback.
(5) Handicap ramps; provided no part may be closer than 5 feet to any
lot line.
(6) Fences and walls.
(7) Driveways and parking areas in accordance with the requirements
of 515.
(8) Sidewalks not to exceed 6 feet in width.
(9) Satellite dishes, with a dish diameter not to exceed 40 inches,
mounted to the principal building and not extending more than 3 feet
into the required setback.
4. Side street setback:
a. 60 feet from the centerline of the side street, but not less than 30 feet from
the side street lot line.
b. Exceptions
(1) Awnings projecting not more than 2 feet into the setback.
(2) Landings not exceeding 6 feet by 6 feet together with steps
necessary to reach grade.
(3) Chimneys projecting not more than 2 feet into the setback.
(4) Flagpoles.
(5) Eaves projecting not more than 2 feet into the setback.
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(6) Handicap ramps; provided no part may be closer than 5 feet to any
lot line.
(7) Fences and walls.
(8) Driveways and parking areas in accordance with the requirements
of 515.
(9) Sidewalks not to exceed 6 feet in width.
(10) Satellite dishes, with a dish diameter not to exceed 40 inches,
mounted to the principal building and not extending more than 3 feet
into the required setback.
(11) Signs in accordance with Section 405 of Crystal City Code.
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CITY COUNCIL ACTIONS ON PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS
(since the last Planning Commission meeting on November 12, 2002)
November 19, 2002:
APPROVED: Application 2002-23, a lot division to detach a 30' strip from an industrial
property at 7301 32nd Avenue North and add it to a townhouse development at 7225-
728932 nd Avenue North for landscaping purposes.
(This was consistent with the Planning Commission's recommendation.)
APPROVED: Amending the Planning Commission bylaws to be consistent with
Ordinance 2002-08 in regard to term limits. Motion was carried 4 to 2.
(This was not consistent with previous Planning Commission actions.)
November 15, 2002
Mayor Peter Meintsma
Crystal City Council
Planning Commission
of the City Of Crystal
414 Douglas Drive North
Crystal, Minnesota 55422
Dear Mayor Meintsma,
This letter is to notify you that I will be resigning my position on the Crystal
Planning Commission as of December 31 st, 2002.
The Planning Commission plays an important part of the city government and I
am proud to have been a part of the growth and many changes that were made.
Crystal has a very dedicated and informed Planning Commission that will
continue to work toward making our city even better. I am proud to have served
with all of them.
Thank you for putting your trust in me over the years
Respectfully submitted,
Paulette Magnuson
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3159 Jersey Avenue North
Crystal, Minnesota 55427
763-546-5046