Planning Commission Agenda 08-04-2015 (Special Meeting)AGENDA
SPECIALMEETING-MONTICELLOPLANNINGCOMMISSION
Tuesday,August4th,2015-4:30p.m.
AcademyRoom,MonticelloCommunityCenter
Commissioners:BradFyle,LindaBuchmann,SamMurdoff,JohnFalenschek,Marc
Simpson
CouncilLiaison:CharlotteGabler
Staff:AngelaSchumann,SteveGrittman(NAC)
1.CalltoOrder
2.ConsiderationofarequestforAmendmenttotheMonticelloZoningOrdinanceChapter
3,Section4(F)-SingleandTwo-FamilyResidential,Chapter4,Section11-Building
Materials,Chapter5,Section2(C)-StandardsforResidentialUsesandChapter8,
Section4-Definitions,forordinanceregulatingminimumresidentialstandardsintheR-
2District
3.Adjournment
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Workshop–ConsiderationofarequestforAmendmenttotheMonticelloZoning
OrdinanceChapter3,Section4(F)-SingleandTwo-FamilyResidential,Chapter4,
Section11-BuildingMaterials,Chapter5,Section2(C)-StandardsforResidential
UsesandChapter8,Section4-Definitions,forordinanceregulatingminimum
residentialstandardsintheR-2District (AS)
PlanningCaseNumber:2015-023
A.REFERENCE&BACKGROUND
Request(s):AmendmentstothetextoftheMonticelloZoning
Ordinance
DeadlineforDecision:NA
LandUseDesignation:NA
ZoningDesignation:R-2(SingleandTwoFamilyResidence)District
UPDATE
ThePlanningCommissiontabledactiononthisitemduringtheirJulyregularmeeting.
TheCommissionrequestedadditionalinformationtosupportdecision-makingrelatedto
thesquarefootageminimumrequirementsfortheR-2District.
Inspecific,theCommissionrequestedreferencesontypesofhomesandsquarefootages
oftenfoundinthedistrict.Inthatregard,planningstaffwillhaveresourceinformation
readyforreviewduringtheworkshop.
Inaddition,toassistthePlanningCommissioninunderstandingtherationaleforthe
squarefootagestandardsascurrentlyproposedforamendment,staffisproviding
informationfromtheCity’sadoptedComprehensivePlanandfromthe2009zoning
ordinanceredraftingprocess.ThesedocumentsprovideperspectiveontheCity’s
adoptedgoalsandobjectivesrelatedto“move-uphousing”forthecommunity.In
workingthroughtherevisionsofthezoningordinance,thePlanningCommissionand
CityCouncilgavespecificattentiontoincreasingthelotareasizesandhomesquare
footagesinordertobettersupportthecomprehensiveplangoals.
StaffhavealsoprovidedbasedistrictstandardsfortheR-A,R-1andR-3Districtsfor
referenceonthesquarefootagerequirementsfoundintheotherresidentialdistricts.
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InregardtothegraduatedscaleforsquarefootagerequirementsintheR-2Districtand
theCommission’scommentsregardingunitsize,thePlanningCommissionmayconsider
anoptionrequiringlesstotal“finishable”squarefootage,requiringabase“finished”
squarefootageasanadditionalstandard.Thedefinitionsforbothareattachedfor
referenceandatableillustratingthechangesproposedtotheordinanceisbelow.
TABLE3-6:R-2DEVELOPMENTSTANDARDS
REQUIREDYARDS(infeet)
MaxHeight
(stories/
feet)
Minimum
FloorAreas
(sqft)
Minimum
Finished
FloorAreas
(sqft)
Minimum
Building
Width
(ft)
Minimum
RoofPitch
&Soffit
(vertical
rise/
horizontal
run)
Front
[1]
Interior
Side
Street
Side Rear
SingleFamily/
Duplex
Building
30
10
[2]
20 30
2.5stories
35feet
1,050
foundation
1,800
finishable
[3]
Minimum
finished
square
footage
mustbe
equivalent
tothe
principal
useunit
foundation
size.
24
5”/12”
No
minimum
soffit
Duplex 30
10
[2]
20 30
2.5stories
35feet
1,050
foundation
1,400
finishable
24
Townhouse/
MultiFamily
Building
30 10 20 30
2.5stories
35feet
1,050
foundation
1,400
finishable
24
[1]:FortheOriginalPlatofMonticelloandLowerMonticello,whereadjacentstructures(excluding
accessorybuildingswithinsameblock)havefrontyardsetbacksdifferentfromthoserequired,
thefrontyardminimumsetbackshallbetheaverageoftheadjacentstructures.Ifthereisonly
one(1)adjacentstructure,thefrontyardminimumsetbackshallbetheaverageofthe
requiredsetbackandthesetbackoftheadjacentstructure.
[2]:Interiorsideyardsetbacksforsinglefamilyhomesonlotsofrecordwithalotwidth66feetor
lessintheOriginalPlatofMonticelloandLowerMonticelloshallbeatleastsix(6)feet.
[3]:Finishedablesquarefootageisexclusiveofattachedaccessory garage space
ThePlanningCommissionalsorequestedthatinformationonbuildingmaterials
standardsbeprovidedforreference.TheCommissionindicatedthatperhapsareduction
intherequiredsquarefootagecouldbeconsideredifpairedwithexteriorenhancements.
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Atpresent,thereisnoR-2requirementforfacedtreatment.Staffisrecommendingthe
additionofarequired15%facedtreatmentconsistentwiththeR-1ResidenceDistrict.
Thepublichearingnoticefortheamendmentconsiderationhasbeenexpandedtoinclude
Chapter4.11BuildingMaterials,aswell,shouldtheCommissionwishtodirectchanges
tothatsectionofordinance.
AlsoattachedisthestaffreportfromJuly’sregularmeeting.
B.SUPPORTINGDATA
A.DraftOrdinanceNo.619
B.Staffreport,July7th,2014:R-2Standards
C.Chapter3,Section4(D-H)–ResidenceDistricts,excerpt
D.Chapter4,Section11–BuildingMaterials
E.Chapter5,Section1–UseTable,Table5-1,UsesbyDistrict,excerpt
F.Chapter5,Section2(C)–RegulationsforResidentialUses
G.Chapter8,Section4–Definitions,excerpt
H.MonticelloComprehensivePlan,Excerpt–PlacestoLive
I.MonticelloZoningOrdinance,SteeringCommitteeMinutes2-3-10
J.SampleR-2ResidentialUseFloorAreaInformation
K.MonticelloOfficialZoningMap
ORDINANCE NO. 619
CITY OF MONTICELLO
WRIGHT COUNTY, MINNESOTA
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 10 OF THE MONTICELLO ZONING CODE
FOR THE FOLLOWING SECTIONS:
CHAPTER 3, SECTION 3.4(F) – SINGLE AND TWO-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL, 5.2(C) -
STANDARDS FOR RESIDENTIAL USES AND CHAPTER 8, SECTION 4 –
DEFINITIONS
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MONTICELLO, MINNESOTA, HEREBY
ORDAINS:
Section 1.Section 3.4(F) – Table 3-6: R-2 Development Standards, Title 10 – Zoning
Ordinance is hereby amended as follows:
TABLE 3-6: R-2 DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
REQUIRED YARDS (in feet)
Max Height
(stories /
feet)
Minimum
Floor Areas
(sq ft)
Minimum
Finished
Floor Areas
(sq ft)
Minimum
Building
Width
(ft)
Minimum
Roof Pitch
& Soffit
(vertical
rise/
horizontal
run)
Front
[1]
Interior
Side
Street
Side Rear
Single Family /
Duplex
Building
30 10
[2]20 30 2.5 stories
35 feet
1,050
foundation
2,01,800
finishable
(per unit if
applicable)
[3]
Minimum
finished
square
footage
must be
equivalent
to the
principal
use unit
foundation
size.
24
5” / 12”
No
minimum
soffitDuplex3010
[2]20 30 2.5 stories
35 feet
1,050
foundation/
1,400
finishable
24
Townhouse/
Multi Family
Building
30 10 20 30 2.5 stories
35 feet
1,050
foundation
1,400
finishable
24
[1]:For the Original Plat of Monticello and Lower Monticello, where adjacent structures (excluding
accessory buildings within same block) have front yard setbacks different from those required,
the front yard minimum setback shall be the average of the adjacent structures. If there is only
one (1) adjacent structure, the front yard minimum setback shall be the average of the
required setback and the setback of the adjacent structure.
[2]: Interior side yard setbacks for single family homes on lots of record with a lot width 66 feet or
less in the Original Plat of Monticello and Lower Monticello shall be at least six (6) feet.
[3]: Finishedable square footage is exclusive of attached accessory garage space
ORDINANCE NO. 619
Accessory
Structures
An attached garage shall be included with all principal residential structures in the R-2
district.
See Section 5.3(B)for all general standards and limitations on accessory structures.
The minimum floor area for all attached accessory structures garage shall be 450 sq. ft.
No portion of any attached accessory structure garage may be more than 10 feet closer
to the street that the principal structure.
Except for single family buildings, any driveway leading directly to an attached accessory
structure garage may not exceed 18’ in width at the front yard property line
Other
Regulations to
Consult (not
all inclusive)
Section 3.3, Common District Requirements
Section 3.4(B), Standards Applicable to All Residential Base Zoning Districts
Section 4.11, Building Materials
Section 4.8, Off-Street Parking
Section 4.1, Landscaping and Screening Standards
Section 2.Section 4.11(C) – Residential District Standards, Title 10 – Zoning Ordinance is
hereby amended as follows:
(2) R-1 and R-2 District
A minimum of 15% of the front building façade of any structure in the R-1 and R-2
District, less the square footage area of the garage doors, shall be covered with brick or
stone. Any attached or major detached accessory building that can be seen from the street
shall meet this same standard. Structures with front facades covered by at least 70%
stucco or real wood may reduce the brick or stone coverage to 5%. The Community
Development Department may approve optional facade treatments when additional
architectural detailing so warrants. Such detailing may include usable front porches,
extraordinary roof pitch or other features.
Section 3.Section 5.2(C) – Standards for Residential Districts, Title 10 – Zoning Ordinance
is hereby amended as follows:
5.2(C)(1)(g)Except for dwellings classified as elderly (senior citizen) housing or the
minimum floor area per dwelling unit shall be as prescribed in individual
zoning district regulations, the minimum floor area per dwelling unit shall
be in accordance with table 5-2.
Table 5-2:Table 5-2: Minimum Floor Area By Type is deleted in its entirety.
5.2(C)(2) -Townhouse
(c) No building shall contain more than eightsix (86) dwelling units.
Section 4.Section 8.4 – Definitions, Title 10 – Zoning Ordinance is hereby amended as
follows:
ORDINANCE NO. 619
DWELLING,SINGLE FAMILY DETACHED:A dwelling unit designed
exclusively for occupancy by one (1) family.Any building that contains one
dwelling unit used, intended, or designed to be built, used, rented, leased, let or
hired out to be occupied, or occupied for living purposes.
DWELLING, DUPLEX OR TWO-FAMILY:A building designed as a single
structure, containing two separate dwelling units, each of which is designed to be
occupied as a separate permanent residence for one family.Any building that
contains two separate dwelling units with separation either horizontal or
vertical on one lot that is used, intended, or designed to be built, used, rented,
leased, let or hired out to be occupied, or occupied for living purposes.
TOWNHOUSES:Structures housing three (3) or more dwelling units of not
more than two (2) stories each and contiguous to each other only by the sharing of
one (1) common wall, such structures to be of the town or row house type as
contrasted to multiple family dwellings or apartments/condominiums.A single-
family dwelling unit constructed in a group of two or more attached units in
which each unit extends from the foundation to the roof and having open space
on at least two sides of each unit. Each single-family dwelling unit shall be
considered to be a separate building.No single structure shall contain in excess
of eight (8) dwelling units, and each dwelling unit shall have separate and
individual front and rear entrance.
Section 5.The City Clerk is hereby directed to make the changes required by this Ordinance
as part of the Official Monticello City Code, Title 10, Zoning Ordinance, and to
renumber the tables and chapters accordingly as necessary to provide the intended
effect of this Ordinance. The City Clerk is further directed to make necessary
corrections to any internal citations and diagrams that result from such
amendments, provided that such changes retain the purpose and intent of the
Zoning Ordinance as has been adopted.
Section 6.This Ordinance shall take effect and be in full force from and after its passage and
publication. Revisions will be made online after adoption by Council. Copies of
the complete Zoning Ordinance are available online and at Monticello City Hall.
ADOPTED BY the Monticello City Council this 4th day of August, 2015.
CITY OF MONTICELLO
__________________________________
Brian Stumpf, Mayor
ATTEST:
ORDINANCE NO. 619
___________________________________
Jeff O’Neill, City Administrator
VOTING IN FAVOR:
VOTING IN OPPOSITION:
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2C. Public Hearing – Consideration of a request for Amendment to the Monticello
Zoning Ordinance Chapter 3, Section 4(F) – Single and Two-Family Residential,
5.2(C) - Standards for Residential Uses and Chapter 8, Section 4 – Definitions, for
ordinance regulating minimum residential standards in the R-2 District. Applicant:
City of Monticello (AS)
Planning Case Number: 2015-023
A. REFERENCE & BACKGROUND
Request(s): Amendments to the text of the Monticello Zoning
Ordinance
Deadline for Decision: NA
Land Use Designation: NA
Zoning Designation: R-2 (Single and Two Family Residence) District
ANALYSIS
The Planning Commission is asked consider amendments to the Monticello Zoning
Ordinance as it relates to the R-2 District’s performance standards for minimum floor
area square footage by unit type. The proposed amendments also address the definitions
for various residential dwelling unit types.
The proposed amendments are necessary to provide clarity in the application of the
ordinance for residential uses in the R-2 District and were developed in response to the
zoning code’s daily use and application.
In comparing the language for required floor area square footage in Table 3-6: R-2
Development Standards to that in Table 5-2: Minimum Floor Area By Unit Type, it was
noted although the tables related to slightly different sets of information (minimum
foundation and finishable square footages versus minimum square footage per bedroom),
the “if applicable” text in Table 3-6 could lead to differing interpretation on required
minimum square footage for foundation and finishable square feet in the R-2 District.
Therefore, staff has proposed a series of amendments which would clarify minimum floor
area square footage by unit type for the R-2 District. The proposed standards graduate
the square footage requirement for the various R-2 dwelling unit types. The proposed
standards also place the R-2 minimum floor area standards between requirements for
minimum floor area for the R-1 (Single-Family Residence) and R-3 (Medium Density
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Residence) districts. Currently, the R-1 District requires 2,000 square feet of finishable
square footage. The R-3 District, which was established to provide for medium density
residential products, requires 1,000 square feet per dwelling unit.
The proposed R-2 language would require:
1,600 square feet finished for single-family dwelling units
1,400 square feet finished per each duplex dwelling unit
1,400 square feet finished per each townhome dwelling unit
1,400 square feet finished per each multiple-family dwelling unit
Commission will note that staff has proposed the square footage requirement per unit as
“finished” rather than “finishable”. The minimum foundation size is proposed to remain
at 1,050 square feet for all R-2 unit types.
No change to Table 5-1: Uses by District is proposed at this time. However, staff would
recommend the deletion of Table 5-2: Minimum Floor Area By Type in its entirety. The
table is no longer relevant given that minimum square footage standards for unit size,
foundation size and/or finished or finishable square footage are established within every
residential zoning district.
The amendments proposed also include a change to the limit on the number of townhome
units in Chapter 5, Section 2(C) from 6 to 8, which is consistent with the definition in
Chapter 8. Additionally, ordinance provision 5.2(C)(1)(g) would be amended as follows:
Except for dwellings classified as elderly (senior citizen) housing, or the minimum floor
area per dwelling unit shall be as prescribed in individual zoning district regulations, the
minimum floor area per dwelling unit shall be in accordance with table 5-2.
In support of the proposed amendments, staff is also suggesting a clarification to the
definitions for single-family, townhouse and duplex units. These proposed definitions
are consistent with the International Residential Code, the City’s adopted building code
for residential structures. The amended duplex definition also specifies that the dwellings
exist on a single lot. Two-unit attached dwelling structures which exist on separate lots
would therefore now be considered a townhome dwelling.
There is no proposed change at this time to the definition for multi-family dwelling units.
DWELLING, SINGLE FAMILY DETACHED: A dwelling unit designed
exclusively for occupancy by one (1) family. Any building that contains one
dwelling unit used, intended, or designed to be built, used, rented, leased, let
or hired out to be occupied, or occupied for living purposes.
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DWELLING, DUPLEX OR TWO-FAMILY: A building designed as a single
structure, containing two separate dwelling units, each of which is designed to be
occupied as a separate permanent residence for one family. Any building that
contains two separate dwelling units with separation either horizontal or
vertical on one lot that is used, intended, or designed to be built, used,
rented, leased, let or hired out to be occupied, or occupied for living
purposes.
TOWNHOUSES: Structures housing three (3) or more dwelling units of not
more than two (2) stories each and contiguous to each other only by the sharing of
one (1) common wall, such structures to be of the town or row house type as
contrasted to multiple family dwellings or apartments/condominiums. A single-
family dwelling unit constructed in a group of two or more attached units in
which each unit extends from the foundation to the roof and having open
space on at least two sides of each unit. Each single-family dwelling unit
shall be considered to be a separate building. No single structure shall contain
in excess of eight (8) dwelling units, and each dwelling unit shall have separate
and individual front and rear entrance.
Appropriate renumeration of the ordinance will be addressed by the Deputy City Clerk in
the ordinance document.
B. ALTERNATIVE ACTIONS
1. Motion to recommend adoption of the proposed ordinance amendments and to direct
staff to prepare the required Ordinance No. 618 for consideration by the City
Council, based on a finding that the ordinance amendments as proposed continue to
support the Comprehensive Plan, serve to clarify existing ordinance regulations for
the R-2 District, and support consistency with current City review process.
2. Motion of other.
C. STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff supports the proposed amendments, as they will provide needed clarity and
consistency in the application of the ordinance.
In the review of the ordinances relating to this amendment, it was noted by staff that there
are no minimum “finished” square footage requirements in the R-1, R-A or T-N
residential districts. This maybe an area the Commission would like to address in the
future.
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D. SUPPORTING DATA
A. Draft Ordinance No. 618
B. Chapter 3, Section 4(F) – R-2, Single and Two-Family Residence District
C. Chapter 5, Section 1 – Use Table, Table 5-1, Uses by District, excerpt
D. Chapter 5, Section 2(C) – Regulations for Residential Uses
E. Chapter 8, Section 4 – Definitions, excerpt
CHAPTER 3: ZONING DISTRICTS
Section 3.4 Residential Base Zoning Districts
Subsection (D) R-A: Residential Amenities District
City of Monticello Zoning Ordinance Page 87
(D) R-A: Residential Amenities District
Section 3.4 (D)
R-A Residential Amenities District
The purpose of the "R-A" residence district is to provide
move up housing in the form of low density, single family,
detached residential dwelling units and directly related
complementary uses in areas of high natural residential
amenities including such conditions as woodlands,
wetlands, and significant views.
Maximum Density through PUD or Performance
Standards = 10,890 sq. ft. per unit (4.0 units per gross
acre)
Base Density = 16,000 sq ft per unit (2.7 units per gross acre)
Base Lot Area
Minimum = 14,000 sq ft.
Average = 16,000 sq ft (at least 40% of lots created
through subdivision shall exceed 15,000 sq ft in size)
Base Lot Width
Minimum = 90 ft.
Average = 100 ft. (at least 40% of lots created
through subdivision shall exceed 100 ft in width)
Typical R-A Building Types
Typical R-A Lot Configuration
CHAPTER 3: ZONING DISTRICTS
Section 3.4 Residential Base Zoning Districts
Subsection (D) R-A: Residential Amenities District
TABLE 3-4: R-A DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
Max Minimum Minimum Roof
REQUIRED YARDS (in feet)
Height Minimum Floor Areas Building Pitch & Soffit
Interior Street
(stories / (sq ft) Width (vertical rise/
Front Rear
Side \[1\] Side
feet) (ft) horizontal run)
Minimum foundation
Single
sizes by home type
30 2.5 stories
35 10 20 24
Family
\[3\]
no minimum
\[2\] 35 feet
Building
soffit
2000 finishable \[4\]
\[1\]: For interior lots in R-1 and R-
setback, provided that the sum of both side yard setbacks shall be a minimum of 20 feet.
\[2\]: The required rear yard shall consist of a space at least 30-feet in depth across the entire width of the lot
that is exclusive of wetlands, ponds, or slopes greater than 12 percent.
\[3\]: 2400 square foot gross floor area excluding a basement or cellar for two story homes and a 1600 square
foot foundation for multi-level, rambler and split entry homes.
\[4\]: Finishable square footage is exclusive of attached accessory space.
An attached garage shall be included with all principal residential structures in the R-A district.
See Section 5.3(B) for all general standards and limitations on accessory structures.
Accessory
The minimum floor area for all attached accessory structures shall be 700 sq. ft.
Structures
No portion of any garage space may be more than five feet closer to the street than the front building
line of the principal use (including porch).
See footnote \[1\] above as related to setbacks for attached accessory structures on interior lots.
Section 3.3, Common District Requirements
Other
Section 3.4(B), Standards Applicable to All Residential Base Zoning Districts
Regulations
to Consult
Section 4.11, Building Materials
(not all
Section 4.8, Off-Street Parking
inclusive)
Section 4.1, Landscaping and Screening Standards
Page 88 City of Monticello Zoning Ordinance
CHAPTER 3: ZONING DISTRICTS
Section 3.4 Residential Base Zoning Districts
Subsection (E) R-1: Single Family Residence District
City of Monticello Zoning Ordinance Page 89
(E) R-1: Single Family Residence District
Section 3.4 (E)
R-1 Single Family Residence District
The purpose of the "R-1" single family district is to
provide for low density, single family, detached
residential dwelling units and directly related
complementary uses.
Maximum Density through PUD or Performance
Standards = 8,712 sq. ft. per unit (5.0 units per gross
acre)
Base Density = 14,000 sq ft per unit (3.1 units per gross
acre)
Base Lot Area
Minimum = 10,000 sq ft.
Average = 12,000 sq ft (at least 40% of lots created
through subdivision shall exceed 12,000 sq ft in
size)
Base Lot Width
Minimum = 70 ft.
Average = 80 ft. (at least 40% of lots created through subdivision shall exceed 80 ft in width)
Typical R-1 Building Types
Typical R-1
Lot
Configuration
CHAPTER 3: ZONING DISTRICTS
Section 3.4 Residential Base Zoning Districts
Subsection (E) R-1: Single Family Residence District
Page 90 City of Monticello Zoning Ordinance
TABLE 3-5: R-1 DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
REQUIRED YARDS (in feet) Max
Height
(stories /
feet)
Minimum Floor Areas
(sq ft)
Minimum
Building
Width
(ft)
Minimum Roof
Pitch & Soffit
(vertical rise/
horizontal run)
Front Interior
Side [1]
Street
Side
Rear
[3]
Single
Family
Building
30 10
[2] 20 30 2.5 stories
35 feet
1,050 foundation/
2,000 finishable [4]
24
5” / 12”
no minimum
soffit
[1]: For interior lots in R-1 and R-A districts, an attached accessory structure may be allowed to meet a 6’
setback, provided that the sum of both side yard setbacks shall be a minimum of 20 feet..
[2]: Interior side yard setbacks for single family homes on lots of record with a lot width 66 feet or less in
the Original Plat of Monticello and Lower Monticello shall be at least six (6) feet.
[3]: The required rear yard shall consist of a space at least 30-feet in depth across the entire width of the lot
that is exclusive of wetlands, ponds, or slopes greater than 12 percent.
[4]: Finishable square footage is exclusive of attached accessory space.
Accessory
Structures
An attached garage shall be included with all principal residential structures in the R-1 district.
See Section 5.3(B) for all general standards and limitations on accessory structures.
The minimum floor area for all attached accessory structures shall be 550 sq. ft.
See footnote [1] above as related to setbacks for attached accessory structures on interior lots.
Other
Regulations
to Consult
(not all
inclusive)
Section 3.3, Common District Requirements
Section 3.4(B), Standards Applicable to All Residential Base Zoning Districts
Section 4.11, Building Materials
Section 4.8, Off-Street Parking
Section 4.1, Landscaping and Screening Standards
CHAPTER 3: ZONING DISTRICTS
Section 3.4 Residential Base Zoning Districts
Subsection (F) R-2: Single and Two Family Residence District
City of Monticello Zoning Ordinance Page 91
Typical R-2 Lot Configuration
(F) R-2: Single and Two Family Residence District
Section 3.4 (F)
R-2 Single and Two-Family Residence District
The purpose of the "R-2" single and two-family residential district is to provide for low to moderate
density one and two unit dwellings and directly related complementary uses.
Maximum Density through PUD or Performance Standards = 5,445 sq. ft. per unit (8.0 units per
gross acre)
Base Density
Unit Type
Minimum Lot
Area/Unit Base Density
Single Family 10,000 square feet 4.3 units/acre
Duplex/Two-Family 7,000 square feet 6.2 units/acre
Townhome * 7,000 square feet 6.2 units/acre
Multi-Family
(3-4 units) *
10,000 sq ft for 1st
unit + 4,000 sq ft for
each additional unit
5.9 – 6.7
units/acre
* By Conditional Use Permit Only
Minimum Lot Width
R-2 District Original Plat
Lot Width 80 feet 66 feet
Typical R-2 Building Types
CHAPTER 3: ZONING DISTRICTS
Section 3.4 Residential Base Zoning Districts
Subsection (F) R-2: Single and Two Family Residence District
TABLE 3-6: R-2 DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
REQUIRED YARDS (in feet)
Max Height Minimum Floor Minimum Minimum Roof Pitch &
(stories / Areas Building Soffit (vertical rise/
Front Interior Street
Rear
feet) (sq ft) Width (ft) horizontal run)
\[1\] Side Side
1,050
Single Family /
10 2.5 stories
foundation
30 20 30 24
Duplex
\[2\] 35 feet
52
Building
2,000 finishable
Townhouse/
No minimum soffit
(per unit if
2.5 stories
24
Multi Family 30 10 20 30
applicable)
35 feet
Building
\[3\]
\[1\]: For the Original Plat of Monticello and Lower Monticello, where adjacent structures (excluding accessory
buildings within same block) have front yard setbacks different from those required, the front yard minimum
setback shall be the average of the adjacent structures. If there is only one (1) adjacent structure, the front
yard minimum setback shall be the average of the required setback and the setback of the adjacent structure.
\[2\]: Interior side yard setbacks for single family homes on lots of record with a lot width 66 feet or less in the
Original Plat of Monticello and Lower Monticello shall be at least six (6) feet.
\[3\]: Finishable square footage is exclusive of attached accessory space
An attached garage shall be included with all principal residential structures in the R-2 district.
See Section 5.3(B) for all general standards and limitations on accessory structures.
The minimum floor area for all attached accessory structures shall be 450 sq. ft.
Accessory
No portion of any attached accessory structure may be more than 10 feet closer to the street that the
Structures
principal structure.
Except for single family buildings, any driveway leading directly to an attached accessory structure may not
Section 3.3, Common District Requirements
Other
Section 3.4(B), Standards Applicable to All Residential Base Zoning Districts
Regulations to
Section 4.11, Building Materials
Consult (not
Section 4.8, Off-Street Parking
all inclusive)
Section 4.1, Landscaping and Screening Standards
Page 92 City of Monticello Zoning Ordinance
CHAPTER 3: ZONING DISTRICTS
Section 3.4 Residential Base Zoning Districts
Subsection (G) T-N: Traditional Neighborhood Residence District
City of Monticello Zoning Ordinance Page 93
(G) T-N: Traditional Neighborhood Residence District
Section 3.4 (G)
T-N Traditional Neighborhood Residence District
The purpose of the "T-N" traditional neighborhood
residential district is to provide for medium density,
single family, detached residential dwelling units and
directly related complementary uses.
Maximum Density through PUD or Performance
Standards = 5445 sq. ft. per unit (8.0 units per gross
acre)
Base Density = 10,000 sq ft per unit (4.4 units per gross
acre)
Base Lot Area
Minimum = 7,500 sq ft.
Base Lot Width
Minimum = 45 ft.
Maximum at the street = 65 ft.
Typical T-N Building Types
Typical T-N Lot Configuration
CHAPTER 3: ZONING DISTRICTS
Section 3.4 Residential Base Zoning Districts
Subsection (G) T-N: Traditional Neighborhood Residence District
TABLE 3-7: T-N DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
REQUIRED YARDS (in feet)
Max Height Minimum Floor Minimum Minimum Roof Pitch
(stories / Areas Building & Soffit (vertical rise/
Front Interior Street
Rear
feet) (sq ft) Width (ft) horizontal run)
\[1\] Side Side
Single
25 6 25 20
Family
1,050 foundation
Front Load
2.5 stories
2000 finishable / 24
35 feet
Single
No minimum soffit
\[2\]
15 6 15 25
Family
Rear Load
\[1\]: The maximum front yard shall be 30 feet for front load homes and 25 feet for rear load homes.
\[2\]: Finishable square footage is exclusive of attached accessory space.
An attached garage shall be included with all principal residential structures in the T-N district.
See Section 5.3(B) for all general standards and limitations on accessory structures.
The minimum floor area for all attached accessory structures shall be 480 sq. ft.
Accessory
For front-loaded attached accessory structures, no portion of any garage space may be more than five
Structures
feet closer to the street than the front building line of the principal use (including porch).
property line.
Section 3.3, Common District Requirements
Other
Section 3.4(B), Standards Applicable to All Residential Base Zoning Districts
Regulations
to Consult
Section 4.11, Building Materials
(not all
Section 4.8, Off-Street Parking
inclusive)
Section 4.1, Landscaping and Screening Standards
Rear Load Example Front Load Example
Page 94 City of Monticello Zoning Ordinance
CHAPTER 3: ZONING DISTRICTS
Section 3.4 Residential Base Zoning Districts
Subsection (H) R-3: Medium Density Residence District
City of Monticello Zoning Ordinance Page 95
(H) R-3: Medium Density Residence District
Section 3.4 (H)
R-3 Medium Density Residence District
The purpose of the “R-3” medium density
residential district is to provide for medium
density housing in multiple family structures
ranging up to and including twelve (12) units
and directly related, complementary uses.
Maximum Density through Planned Unit
Development (Townhouse) = 6,223 sq ft per
unit (7 units per gross acre)
Maximum Density through Planned Unit
Development (Multi-family) = 3,630 sq ft per
unit (12 units per gross acre)
Maximum Density through Performance
Overlay Standards = 3,630 sq. ft. per unit
(12.0 units per gross acre)
Base Density
Townhouse = 10,980 sq. ft. per unit
(4 units per gross acre)
Multi-Family = 5,124 sq. ft. per unit
(8.5 units per gross acre)
Base Lot Area
Minimum Townhouse
20,000 sq ft.
Minimum Multi-Family
30,000 sq ft
Base Lot Width
Minimum = 80 ft.
Typical R-3 Building Types
Typical R-3 Lot Configuration
CHAPTER 3: ZONING DISTRICTS
Section 3.4 Residential Base Zoning Districts
Subsection (H) R-3: Medium Density Residence District
Page 96 City of Monticello Zoning Ordinance
TABLE 3-8: R-3 DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
R-3 District
Townhouse (4 – 10 units / building)
R-3 District
Multi-Family (6 – 12 units / building)
Base Lot Area 20,000 sf 30,000 sf
Gross Density 3-7 du/acre 8-12 du/acre
Max Density w/o PUD 4.0 du/acre 8.5 du/acre
Net lot area per du 4,500 sf/du, maximum 3,500 sf/du, maximum
Front setback 30 feet 40 feet
Corner side setback 25 feet 30 feet
Interior side setback 20 feet 20 feet
Rear setback to building 30 feet 40 feet
Clear open space setback from
ROW
25 feet 30 feet
Clear open space setback from
Property Line
10 feet 30 feet
Buffer Req. to Single Family B buffer B buffer
Common open space per du NA 500 sf/du
Landscaping 16 ACI/acre +2 shrubs per 10 feet bldg.
perimeter
16 ACI/acre +2 shrubs per 10 feet bldg.
perimeter
Parking requirements 2.5 spaces/du, with 2 enclosed 2.5 spaces/du, with 2 enclosed
Architecture 20% street min frontage covered with
enhanced materials
20% street min frontage covered with
enhanced materials
Roofs 5:12 pitch 5:12 pitch
Unit square feet 1,000 sf finished floor area per unit,
minimum
1,000 sf finished floor area per unit,
minimum
Garages Attached Enclosed, may be detached
Garage Setback 30 feet from ROW (35 feet from curb of
private street)
May not access street directly – must be
served by interior driveway
Garage Doors Maximum 16 feet width facing street – no
smooth panel doors
No smooth panel doors – detached
buildings must match principal building
materials and include architectural
fenestration on sides facing residentially
zoned property
CHAPTER 4: FINISHING STANDARDS
Section 4.11 Building Materials
Subsection (C) Residential District Requirements
City of Monticello Zoning Ordinance Page 295
(2) New materials
In recognition of the ever-changing marketplace for new finishing materials, the
Community Development Department may authorize the use of materials not
listed herein if it is determined that such a material is substantially similar or
superior to one or more of the approved building materials.
(C) Residential District Requirements
(1) All Residence Districts
No metal siding shall be permitted wider than 12 inches or without a one-half
(1/2) inch or more overlap and relief.
(2) R-1 District
A minimum of 15% of the front building façade of any structure in the R-1
District, less the square footage area of the garage doors, shall be covered with
brick or stone. Any attached or major detached accessory building that can be
seen from the street shall meet this same standard. Structures with front facades
covered by at least 70% stucco or real wood may reduce the brick or stone
coverage to 5%. The Community Development Department may approve
optional facade treatments when additional architectural detailing so warrants.
Such detailing may include usable front porches, extraordinary roof pitch or other
features.
(3) R-A and T-N Districts
A minimum of 20% of the front building façade of any structure in the R-A or T-
N zoning district, less the square footage area of the garage doors, shall be
covered with brick or stone. Any attached or major detached accessory building
that can be seen from the street shall meet this same standard. Structures with
front facades covered by at least 70% stucco or real wood may reduce the brick or
stone coverage to 10%.
(4) R-3 District and other Districts with Multiple Family Housing
A R-3 District and other districts with multiple family housing shall be subject to
building material standards as follows: all building walls facing a public street
shall be covered with stone, brick, cultured masonry simulating brick or stone, or
other enhanced materials acceptable to the City Council to an extent not less than
20% of the exposed wall silhouette area. In addition, multiple family structures of
thirteen (13) or more units shall, when lap horizontal siding, be constructed of
heavy gauge steel or cement-board, with no use of vinyl or aluminum permitted.
CHAPTER 4: FINISHING STANDARDS
Section 4.11 Building Materials
Subsection (D) Business District Requirements
Page 296 City of Monticello Zoning Ordinance
Natural wood or species that is resistant to decay may be permitted where
approved by the City Council.
(D) Business District Requirements
In all Business Zoning Districts (see table 3-1), the following building materials
standards shall apply.
(1) No galvanized or unfinished steel, galvalum, or unfinished aluminum buildings,
except those specifically designed to have a corrosive designed finish such
as“corten” steel, shall be permitted in the districts listed herein.
(2) Buildings in these zoning districts shall maintain a high standard of architectural
and aesthetic compatibility with conforming surrounding properties to ensure that
they will not adversely impact the property values of the abutting properties and
shall have a positive impact on the public health, safety, and general welfare,
insofar as practicable.
(3) Exterior building finishes in the districts subject to this Section shall consist of
materials compatible in grade and quality to the following:
(a) Brick
(b) Natural Stone
(c) Decorative rock face or concrete block
(d) Cast-in-place concrete or pre-cast concrete panels
(e) Wood, provided that the surfaces are finished for exterior use and wood of
proven exterior durability is used, such as cedar, redwood, or cypress
(f) Glass
(g) Exterior Insulated Finish systems, where said system is manufactured to
replicate the look of one of the approved building materials in this section
(h) Stucco
(4) Metal exterior finishes shall be permitted only where coordinated into the overall
architectural design of the structure, such as in window and door frames, mansard
roofs or parapets, and other similar features, and in no case shall constitute more
than 15% of the total exterior finish of the building.
CHAPTER 5: USE STANDARDS
Section 5.1 Use Table
Subsection (A) Explanation of Use Table Structure
City of Monticello Zoning Ordinance Page 317
TABLE 5-1: USES BY DISTRICT (cont.)
Use Types
“P” = Permitted
“C” = Conditionally
Permitted
“I” = Interim Permitted
Base Zoning Districts
Additional
Requirements A
O
R
A
R
1
R
2
T
N
R
3
R
4
M
H
B
1
B
2
B
3
B
4
C
C
D
I
B
C
I
1
I
2
Residential Uses 5.2(C)(1)
Attached Dwelling Types 5.2(C)(2)(a)
- Duplex P C
*SE
E
T
A
B
L
E
5-1A
5.2(C)(2)(b)
- Townhouse C P 5.2(C)(2)(c)
- Multiple-Family C P C C 5.2(C)(2)(d)
Detached Dwelling P P P P P P None
Group Residential
Facility, Single Family P P P P P 5.2(C)(3)
Group Residential
Facility, Multi-Family C C C 5.2(C)(3)
Mobile & Manufactured
Home / Home Park C C C P C 5.2(C)(4)
Civic & Institutional Uses
Active Park Facilities
(public) P P P P P P P P P P P P
*SE
E
T
A
B
L
E
5-1A
P P P None
Active Park Facilities
(private) P P P P P P P 5.2(D)(1)
Assisted Living Facilities C P C 5.2(D)(2)
Cemeteries C C C C C C C 5.2(D)(3)
Clinics/Medical Services C P P C None
Essential Services P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P None
Hospitals C P P C 5.2(D)(4)
Nursing/Convalescent
Home C C C C C C C C C P P 5.2(D)(5)
Passenger Terminal C C C C None
Passive Parks and Open
Space P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P None
Public Buildings or Uses C C C C C C C P C C P P C P P 5.2(D)(6)
Schools, K-12 C C C C C C I I 5.2(D)(7)
Schools, Higher
Education C None
Place of Public Assembly C C C C C P 5.2(D)(8)
Utilities (major) C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C 5.2(D)(9)
Office Uses
Offices P P C P * P P P 5.2(E)
CHAPTER 5: USE STANDARDS
Section 5.2 Use-Specific Standards
Subsection (C) Regulations for Residential Uses
Page 324 City of Monticello Zoning Ordinance
(c) All applicable requirements of the State Pollution Control Agency are
complied with.
(C) Regulations for Residential Uses
(1) General Regulations for All Dwellings
All dwellings located in any residence district shall conform to the following
minimum requirements in addition to the specific requirements applicable to the
individual residence districts:
(a) Except for in the M-H zoning district, all dwellings shall be placed on a
permanent foundation which complies with the Minnesota State Building
Code, and which are solid for the complete circumference of the dwelling.
(b) All dwellings shall have a minimum width and depth of 20 feet, exclusive of
porches, entryways, or attached storage sheds.
(c) All dwellings shall be served by public sanitary sewer and water.
(d) Direct vehicular access to residential units from arterial or collector roadways
shall be prohibited unless no other reasonable alternative exists as determined
by the Community Development Department.
(e) In addition to standards applicable to all houses in residential districts,
manufactured homes, as defined by Minnesota Statutes, shall be built in
compliance with the Minnesota Manufactured Homes Building Code and all
statutory requirements.
(f) No cellar, basement, garage, tent, trailer, motor vehicle or accessory building
shall at any time be used as an independent residence or dwelling unit, either
temporarily or permanently. Tents, play houses or similar structures may be
used for play or recreational purposes.
(g) Except for dwellings classified as elderly (senior citizen) housing or as
prescribed in individual zoning district regulations, the minimum floor area
per dwelling unit shall be in accordance with table 5-2.
MN Statutes on
Manufactured Homes
(327.31 –327.35)
CHAPTER 5: USE STANDARDS
Section 5.2 Use-Specific Standards
Subsection (C) Regulations for Residential Uses
City of Monticello Zoning Ordinance Page 325
TABLE 5-2: MINIMUM FLOOR AREA BY UNIT TYPE
Single Family
Detached Dwelling
Duplex &
Townhouse
Attached Dwellings
Multiple-Family
Attached Dwellings
Apartment or
Condominium
Attached Dwellings
[1]
Efficiency Apartment [2] na na na 440 sq ft
One Bedroom 720 sq ft 720 sq ft 600 sq ft 520 sq ft
Two Bedrooms 820 sq ft 820 sq ft 800 sq ft 750 sq ft
Three Bedrooms 920 sq ft 920 sq ft 900 sq ft 850 sq ft
Four + Bedrooms [3] 1050 sq ft 1050 sq ft 1000 sq ft 1000 sq ft
[1]: For purposes of measurement, the net floor area of an individual dwelling unit in an apartment or condominium
shall mean the gross floor area as defined in Section 8.2(B)(4) less areas devoted to other individual units,
public stairways, public entries, public foyers, public balconies or unenclosed porches, separate utility rooms,
garages, furnace areas or rooms, or storage areas not within the dwelling unit.
[2]: The number of efficiency apartments in a multiple dwelling shall not exceed five (5) percent of the total number
of apartments.
[3]: For every additional bedroom over four, add 120 square feet to the required four -bedroom minimum.
na = not applicable
(h) Apartment and condominium dwelling units shall only be located in multiple-
family buildings or in buildings within the CCD district as regulated by this
ordinance.
(2) Attached Dwelling
(a) Regulations applicable to all Attached Dwelling Types
(i) Trash Handling and Recycling
Multiple-family structures with more than four dwelling units shall adhere
to the accessory use standards for large trash handling and recycling areas
as outlined in Section 5.3.
(ii) Size of Development
All attached dwelling developments that contain more than two (2)
structures with dwelling units and/or having a structure containing more
than ten (10) dwelling units shall require a conditional use permit.
CHAPTER 8: RULES & DEFINITIONS
Section 8.4 Definitions
Subsection (B) Lots
City of Monticello Zoning Ordinance Page 433
DUMPSTER: A container that has a hooking mechanism that permits it to be raised and
dumped into a sanitation truck or be hauled away for emptying.
DUPLEX: A building designed as a single structure, containing two separate dwelling units,
each of which is designed to be occupied as a separate permanent residence for one family.
DWELLING: A building or portion thereof designated exclusively for residential occupancy,
including one-family, two-family, and multiple family dwellings, but not including hotels,
motels, and boarding houses.
DWELLING, ACCESSORY UNIT: A dwelling unit, either within the same building as the
single-family dwelling unit or in a detached building. Accessory dwelling units shall be
developed in accordance with the standards set forth in this ordinance and only in those zoning
districts where permitted.
DWELLING, ATTACHED: A structure intended for occupancy by more than one family,
including duplexes, townhomes, multi-family dwellings, apartments, and condominiums.
Accessory dwelling units as defined and permitted by this ordinance are incidental to a
principal dwelling unit and are not considered to be attached dwellings.
DWELLING, DETACHED: A dwelling unit designed exclusively for occupancy by one (1)
family.
DWELLING, MULTIPLE FAMILY: A building designed with three (3) or more dwelling
units exclusively for occupancy by three (3) or more families living independently of each
other but sharing hallways and main entrances and exits.
DWELLING UNIT: An area within a structure designed and constructed to be occupied by
one family which includes permanent provisions for living, cooking, and sanitation. Dwelling
unit does not include hotels, motels, group residential facilities, correctional facilities,
nursing/convalescent home, rehabilitation centers, or other structures designed for transient
residence.
EFFICIENCY APARTMENT: A dwelling unit consisting of one (1) principal room exclusive
of bathroom, hallway, closets, or dining alcove, and has limited provisions for cooking
(kitchenette).
CHAPTER 8: RULES & DEFINITIONS
Section 8.4 Definitions
Subsection (B) Lots
City of Monticello Zoning Ordinance Page 437
FINISHING STANDARD: Criterion established to control and limit the impacts generated
by, or inherent in, uses of land or buildings. The term “finishing standard” shall be
synonymous with “performance standard.”
FLAG: Any fabric or similar lightweight material attached at one end of the material, usually
to a staff or pole, so as to allow movement of the material by atmospheric changes and which
contains distinctive colors, patterns, symbols, emblems, insignia, or other symbolic devices.
FLOOD: A temporary increase in the flow or stage of a stream or in the stage of a wetland or
lake that results in the inundation of normally dry areas.
FLOOD FREQUENCY: The frequency for which it is expected that a specific flood stage or
discharge may be equaled or exceeded.
FLOOD FRINGE: That portion of the flood plain outside of the floodway. Flood fringe is
synonymous with the term "floodway fringe" used in the Flood Insurance Study for the City of
Monticello.
FLOOD PLAIN: The beds proper and the areas adjoining a wetland, lake, or watercourse
which have been or hereafter may be covered by the regional flood.
FLOOD PROFILE: A graph or a longitudinal plot of water surface elevations of a flood event
along a reach of a stream or river.
FLOOD-PROOFING: A combination of structural provisions, changes, or adjustment to
properties and structures subject to flooding, primarily for the reduction or elimination of
flood damages.
FLOODWAY: The bed of wetland or lake and the channel of a watercourse and those
portions of the adjoining flood plain which are reasonably required to carry or store the
regional flood discharge.
FLOOR AREA [see section 8.2(B)(4)]
FLOOR AREA - FININSHABLE: Area within a building—exclusive of mechanical, garage,
or unfinished storage space—that could meet all requirements of “finished floor area” after
improvements are completed.
CHAPTER 8: RULES & DEFINITIONS
Section 8.4 Definitions
Subsection (B) Lots
Page 438 City of Monticello Zoning Ordinance
FLOOR AREA - FINISHED: To qualify as finished floor area, the space shall be at or above
the finished exterior grade, or in the case of lower levels, no less than 42 inches below such
grade; must have heat; flooring such as carpet, vinyl, tile, wood or other similar floor
covering; a ceiling and walls covered with gypsum board, plaster, or wood which is stained,
painted or covered with other residential wall/ceiling covering prior to occupancy. Basements
that are neither “look out” or “walk out” levels may be finished, but shall not be counted
towards a minimum finished square footage calculation.
FOREST LAND CONVERSION: The clear cutting of forested lands to prepare for a new
land use other than reestablishment of a subsequent forest stand.
FREEWAY CORRIDOR (SIGN) AREA: A special signing area encompassing land located
within eight hundred (800) feet either side (north or south) of the centerline of Interstate 94, in
addition to certain areas along Trunk Highway 25 south of Interstate 94 north of Dundas
Road, East of Sandberg Road, and West of Cedar Street as shown on the City’s official
Freeway Bonus Sign District Map.
FUNERAL SERVICES: An establishment that provides human funeral services, including
embalming and memorial services. Crematories are accessory uses to a funeral home.
GARAGE: An attached or detached accessory structure for the purpose of parking vehicles.
GARAGE SALE: The sale of miscellaneous used items commonly associated with residential
use. Garage sales shall not be for the sale of primarily a single commodity. The term “garage
sale” includes “sidewalk sale,” “yard sale,” “basement sale,” and “estate sale.”
GENERAL WAREHOUSING: Structures used for the storage or distribution of goods where
there is no sale of items to retailers or the general public unless permitted as an accessory use
to the warehouse.
GRADING: Excavation or fill of material, including the resulting conditions thereof.
GRADING, DRAINAGE AND EROSION CONTROL PERMIT : A permit issued by the
municipality for the construction or alteration of the ground and for the improvements and
structures for the control of erosion, runoff, and grading. Herein after referred to as “Grading
Permit”.
CHAPTER 8: RULES & DEFINITIONS
Section 8.4 Definitions
Subsection (B) Lots
City of Monticello Zoning Ordinance Page 461
TEMPORARY EROSION PROTECTION: Short term methods employed to prevent
erosion. Examples of these methods include: straw, wood fiber blanket, wood chips
and erosion netting.
TEMPORARY MOBILE CELL SITE: Any mobile tower, pole, or structure located on a
trailer, vehicle, or temporary platform intended primarily for the purpose of mounting an
antenna or similar apparatus for personal wireless services, also commonly referred to as
cellular on wheels (COW).
TOE OF BLUFF: The lower point of a 50-foot segment with an average slope exceeding
18 percent.
TOP OF BLUFF: The higher point of a 50-foot segment with an average slope exceeding
18 percent.
TOTAL SITE SIGNAGE: The maximum permitted combined area of all signs allowed on a
specific lot.
TOWNHOUSES: Structures housing three (3) or more dwelling units of not more than two
(2) stories each and contiguous to each other only by the sharing of one (1) common wall,
such structures to be of the town or row house type as contrasted to multiple family dwellings
or apartments/condominiums. No single structure shall contain in excess of eight (8) dwelling
units, and each dwelling unit shall have separate and individual front and rear entrance.
TRASH HANDLING AND RECYLCING COLLECTION AREA: Areas designated for the
accumulation, storage and pick-up of refuse and recyclable material associated with multi-
family home sites, civic and institutional uses, office uses, commercial uses, and industrial
uses. This definition does not include trash and recycling containers associated with single
family dwellings, or townhome units which do not utilize a communal location for trash and
recycling.
TREE, CANOPY: A tree that has an expected height at maturity of 30 feet or more.
TREE, ORNAMENTAL: A small tree that has high visual impact typically grown for the
beauty of its foliage and flowers rather than its functional reasons.
TREE, SPECIMEN: Any canopy tree with a DBH of 36 inches or more and any understory or
ornamental tree with a DBH of 10 inches or more that is not exempted as a specimen tree by
this ordinance.
Monticello Zoning Code Steering Committee
Meeting #6; 2-3-10
Minutes
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2-3-10 Steering Committee Meeting Minutes
In Attendance: Chairman Rod Dragsten, Charlotte Gabler, Lloyd Hilgart, Bill Spartz,
Barry Voight, Susie Wojchouski, Glen Posusta
Staff: Angela Schumann, building guy
Absent: xxx
1) Call to Order.
The meeting was called to order at 5:35 p.m.
2) Review DISTRICTS & USES DRAFT #2
Gozola began the meeting by providing the committee with Draft #2 of the
Districts & Uses element. He explained that nearly all sections had been updated
since the previous draft except for temporary uses, and the current exclusion of
the PRZ/PZM and P-S districts.
Discussion started by discussing the need for the P-S district. Gozola explained
that if the City wants such a district, it should be specialized and different from
the other districts. As currently crafted, the P-S district allows for many similar
uses in other districts and requires more stringent standards that found in even
residential districts. His recommendation was to either shift all uses into other
zoning districts (which would ease future land use transitions) or limit P-S uses to
things like hospitals, churches, schools, parks, etc. (which would essentially lock
said parcels into a public use until such time that the comp plan and zoning were
changed). The committee did not know why current P-S standards were more
restrictive than found in residential areas, and agreed that P-S uses should simply
be shifted into other existing zoning districts.
Gozola then introduced the updated and completed Uses Table, and led a
discussion on the proposed “agricultural” uses. The committee liked the proposed
uses, and agreed to keep in the new provisions governing community gardens
with their addition to the CCD district.
Next, the residential uses were discussed. Of biggest concern to the committee
was raising the minimum floor area levels for different unit types. Gozola
indicated he would do some additional research and would update the numbers to
increase the minimum floor areas and will eliminate the link to the number of
bedrooms. Moving on, the committee wanted to keep the existing requirement
that multi-family structures with more than two buildings or more than 10 units
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would need a CUP, and provided suggested edits to Duplex and Townhome
requirements.
Gozola then explained how different sections of code established different
requirements for the same uses seemingly without justification. Examples
included provisions on senior housing, K-12 schools, and churches. The
committee commented on each of the conflicting sets of provisions, identified
those that should be eliminated (if any), and directed staff to combine the
requirements and make them consistent for the entire city unless there was a
specific reason to deviate in a certain zoning district. With regards to Churches,
staff suggested that they be conditionally permitted in industrial areas in response
to a request from the public. The committee strongly disagreed as they did not
want limited industrial lands to be used for churches, and felt they could locate in
other areas of the city. Staff agreed to not include the use in industrial areas.
Gozola gave an overview of state statute requirements regarding mobile homes,
and explained that regulations were needed to govern new mobile home parks as
such must be permitted in some manner within districts allowing for multi-family
housing. The committee agreed with the proposed new regulations, and asked
that an additional requirement for storm shelters be created. Discussion also
included a review of standards applicable to all dwelling units within the city
which would apply to manufactured housing.
On the issue of cemeteries, the committee asked that a restrictive buffer of ½ mile
be created around the interstate to prohibit such a use with the idea that future
interchange locations needed to be protected. And finally on office uses, the
committee wanted existing limitations on office hours in the B-1 district
eliminated.
3) Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 7:15 p.m.
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BASE ZONING DISTRICTS
Residential Districts
-- Low Residential Densities
A-0
R -A
R-1
-- Medium Residential Densities
T -N
C� R-2
R -PUD
-- High Residential Densities
_- R-3
- R-4
_ M -H
Business Districts
8-1
B-2
B-3
- B-4
CCD
Industrial Districts
IBC
PUDs
01 Swan River
OVERLAY DISTRICTS
Performance Based Overlay District
Special Use Overlay District
Mississippi Wild, Scenic & Rec Overlay District
Shoreland District
L _ _; Freeway Bonus Sign District
OTHER
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