NDDC Forum Land Use Code Document Development Sequence Comprehensive
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NDDC Forum
Land Use Code
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Document Development Sequence
Comprehensive PlanAdopted 2008; last revised in 2001
(with Land Use Principles)
Land Use CodeLast substantial revision in 1981
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Land Use Principles (n=12)Developed and approved by City Council
prior to work on theLand Use Chapter of Comprehensive Plan
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Principle 1: The small town character will beenhanced.
Principle 2: The natural environment will be protected,enhanced and better integrated in the community.
Principle 3: The preference for accommodating future growthis in infill locations, then redevelopment opportunities, andthen on the edge of existing developed areas.
Principle 4: New and redeveloped residential communities(areas) will have strong neighborhood qualities.
Principle 5: Environmentally-sensitive and sustainablepractices will be integrated into new developments andredeveloped areas.
Principle 6: Places with a mix of uses that are distinctive andcontribute to increasing the Citys overall vitality are
preferred.
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Principle 7: Neighborhood serving commercial will be smallscale and integrated with the residential context.
Principle 8: A wider range of housing choices will be
encouraged in the Community as well as in neighborhoods.
Principle 9: Rural character of certain areas of theCommunity will be protected.
Principle 10: Streets will create an attractive public realm andbe exceptional places for people.
Principle 11: Places will be better connected, in part toimprove the function of the street network and also to better serve neighborhoods.
Principle 12: Opportunities will be created to walk and bikethroughout the Community.
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Comprehensive Plan Contents Demographics
Community Identity
Land Use
Environmental Resources
Sewer & Water
Transportation
Parks & Recreation
Community Facilities
Economic Development
Housing
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Each chapter identified:
Goal
Key findings of current status
Objectives
Strategies
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Objectives: Community Identity
Strengthen downtown as historical &cultural center
Preserve historic sites & structures Encourage a traditional development
pattern
Host local arts and cultural activities
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Objectives: Land Use
Protect & enhance the small town character Promote downtown core as important aspect of
community life Encourage compact development pattern &
support infill, redevelopment and landintensification
Encourage commercial/retail and office mixeduse development (continued)
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(continued) Objectives: Land Use
Improve transportation choices & efficiency Improve development review process Monitor the effectiveness of development
regulations
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Economic Development
Goal|
Objectives (n=4)|
Strategies (n=19)
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Goal for Economic Development
Promote economic development bysupporting existing businesses, by talentattraction and retention, by aggressivebusiness recruitment, and by increasingthe availability of commercial andindustrial land.
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Objectives: Economic Development
Support existing businesses Make sufficient land resources available for
development
Expand Cannon River corridor to maintainhistoric character of Northfield
Support vitality through business retention and
recruitment and enhancement of tourism
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Objective: The City will support existingbusinesses.
Strategies: (an example) Seek opportunities to address barriers to
retention and expansion of existingbusinesses.
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Objective: Expanding and revitalizing the Cannon River corridor will be a pivotal part of the strategy to maintain the historic
character that is Northfield.
Strategies: (an example)
Any infill and redevelopment/intensificationalong the Cannon River corridor should beoriented to maximize the advantage thatthe river corridor creates for suchopportunities.
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Next Step:
Finish Development of Land Use Code
Current Draft written by Consultant
City Staff Some areas modified by Advisory Committee
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Advisory Committee- City groups
City Council Planning Commission (n=2) Heritage Preservation Commission
Design Advisory Board Environmental Quality Commission Non-motorized Task Force
EDA Park & Recreation Advisory Board Housing and Redevelopment Authority
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Advisory Committee- non city group representatives
Architects (2) Builders & developers (3)
Civil engineer Sustainable development expert Rice Co. Soil & Water Dept.
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Disclaimers about this codepresentation:
Only some aspects of code related to C1 are included.
Is not purported to be comprehensive
Is no attempt to address C2
Full document can be found on City Web site under Planning Commission
Current version is a DRAFT
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1.1 Purpose of LDC
1.1.14Encourage vibrancy in the downtown
core and fringe areas;
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BASE DISTRICTS Residential
Current Proposed
Neighborhood General 1District
N1-BNo Existing District- -
Manufactured Home ParkDistrict
R4-BManufactured Home ParkDistrict
R-6
High Density Residential
District
R3-BHigh Density Residential
District
R-5
Medium Density ResidentialDistrict
R2-BMedium Density ResidentialDistrict
R-4
Low to Medium DensityResidential DistrictR-3
One- and Two-FamilyResidential District
R-2
Low Density ResidentialDistrict
R1-BOne-Family ResidentialDistrict
R-1
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BASE DISTRICTS Business & Industry
Current Proposed
Industrial DistrictI
Industrial DistrictI1-BLight IndustrialDistrict
LI
GatewayCommercial
District
C2-BGatewayCommercial
District
C-3
Downtown FringeDistrict
C-2
DowntownDistrict
C1-BDowntownDistrict
C-1
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SPECIAL BASE DISTRICTS
Current Proposed
Public andInstitutional District
PI-SNo Existing District--
CollegeDevelopment District
CD-SCollege DevelopmentDistrict
CDZ
Agricultural HoldingDistrict
AH-SAgricultural DistrictA-G
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OVERLAY DISTRICTS
Current Proposed
Planned UnitDevelopment Overlay
District
PDPlanned UnitDevelopment
PUD
Downtown HistoricOverlay District
DHDowntown HistoricDistrict
--
Wild and ScenicRiver/Shoreland/Public Waters OverlayDistrict
WSWild and ScenicRiver/Shoreland/Public Waters District
WS
Floodplain OverlayDistrict
FPFloodplain DistrictFP
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FLOATING DISTRICTS
Current Proposed
EconomicDevelopmentFloating District
ED-FNo Existing District--
Neighborhood
Center FloatingDistrict
NC-FNo Existing District--
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3.2.3 C-1 Development Standards
Use:Ground floor Permitted -
non-residential
Upper floor(s) Permitted
residential/office/commercial
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C-1 Development Standards (continued)
Build-to-line (distance from property line)Front 0 ft.Side 0 ft.
SetbackSide 0 ft.Rear
Adj. to residential 15 ft.Adj. to other use 10 ft.
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C-1 Development Standards (continued)
Building Form:
Primary St. built to BTL 80% min.Lot width 75 ft. max.Lot depth 200 ft. max.
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C-1 Development Standards (continued)
Height requirementsBuilding min. 22 ft.Building max. 3 stories, 50 ft.
Finish ground floor level 12 max.above sidewalk
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C-1 Development Standards (continued)
Corner lots: min. of 30 % at built-to-line in both directions
Fence or wall must define any sectionalong build-to-line without building
Faade variation a min. of every 25 ft.
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2.5.3 Downtown Historic Overlay
Activity in historic overlay requires acertificate of appropriateness fromHPC.
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3.44. Design Requirements (C2 + ED) Building Facades
Blank walls facing streets forbidden. Buildings in C1 & C2 will make use of river frontage.
Roof Style Pitched roof not more than building height
Building Design & Mass
- Principal buildings will have base, body & cap
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3.4.5 Large Scale (>10,000 sq. ft.) Non-res.Buildings
Faade Variations every 50 ft. or roof line changes Flat roofs
-Parapets no more than 2 ft. above roof
Wall openings- At least 25% window surface on street frontage
Customer entrance- Entrance defined with features (options given)
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2.6.1 Floating Zones NC
In existing neighborhoods Buildings subject to compatibility standards NC lots located at intersection of two street
types (collector and/or arterial) Development standards address:use, off-street parking, landscaping,
outdoor lighting, operation.
Compatibility standards address:setbacks & build-to lines, and buildingheight & massing,
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2.7 Permitted Uses in C1
Household livingMultifamily dwelling (upper floors)
Office useGeneral Office, Office Business,
Medical or Dental ClinicCommercial use
Banks, Bars/Taverns, Funeral Homes,Hotel/Motel, Personal Services, PrivateClubs, Restaurant, Retail Sales, Theaters
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2.7 Permitted Uses in C1 (continued)
Mixed useMixed use with residential uses
Public, Institutional or Recreational
Open space/conservation areasUrban, public open space (plazas)
Public facilities
Essential servicesRegional pipelines/utility transmissions,Utility structures
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2.7 Conditional Uses in C1
Household LivingBed & Breakfast establishments
Commercial useParking lots
Mining ExtractionPublic, Institutional or Recreational
Cultural institutionsPublic access to riversPublic/semi-public buildingsReligious institutions
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2.7 Prohibited Uses in C1 ( selected items)
Household livingApartment house with 4-8 units
CommercialAuto Service StationsBanquet HallsConvenience storesDay care facility
Gasoline stationGreenhouse, garden, landscaping sales
(continued)
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2.7 Prohibited Uses in C1 ( selected items)(continued)
Industrial, Manufacturing, Research & WholesaleIndustrial use (indoors)Research & development labs
Public, Institutional or Recreational UsesIndoor recreational facilitiesSchool (trade, business or other)
Public Facilities, UtilitiesPublic transit stations, bus stops or park &
ride lots
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2.8.5 Commercial Use Category(Defines various types of businesses)
Examples:Adult Uses Vet ClinicsAuto Service Stations BanksBars Rec. Vehicle SalesConvenience Stores Gas StationsGreenhouses Hotel/Motel
Kennels Motor Vehicle SalesPersonal services Private ClubsRestaurant Retail Sales
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2.10.4 Accessory Uses(E) Home Business
Permitted Examples:Art & craft work, Tailors, Offices (architect,attorney, consultant, etc.), Physical therapy, Mail
order businesses, Pet grooming
Prohibited Examples:
Animal hospitals, Automotive repair, Scrapyards, Fitness facility, Personal servicesOn-site sales
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Home Business (continued)
Operating Standard examples: Business is secondary to full-time use as
residence
No more than one advertising sign notexceeding 4 sq. ft. No window display or outdoor storage No vehicles on property other than residents
passenger vehicles Customers limited to one at a time & only
between 9 a.m.- 8 p.m.
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3.3.2 Outdoor Dining, Display,and Storage (selected examples)
Outdoor dining on private property: Parking: Uses in C1-B district are
exempt from off-street parking SpaceRequirements. 3.8.5
Umbrellas must be secured
Enclosing dining area with roof or expansion of structure requires zoningcertificate.
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3.3.2 Outdoor Sale & Display
Sales in vacant lots require atemporary use permit.
Merchandise on sidewalk must allow amin. of 5 ft. of clear walkway.
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3.3.2 Outdoor Storage:
Prohibited on vacant lots & betweenprincipal building & street.
Permitted in side or rear yard.
If more than 6 ft. high, requires ascreen of 6 ft. compatible with mainstructure.
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3.3.3 Outdoor Lighting Standards
Max. Height (C1): 10 ft. for non-cutoff;20 for 90 cutoff
Illumination(C1): Max. footcandles across
property line = 2.5; at property line whenadjacent to lot in the same district = 0.1
Wall packs: Must be fully shielded, direct light
downward, used to light unsafe areas vs.calling attention to the building.
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3.5.5 NC DevelopmentStandards
Use Limitations: no drive-through,outdoor storage, or delivery services
Required: required off-street parkinglandscaping/screening
Outdoor lighting: fully-shielded, max.
height of 15 ft.
Operation: limit outdoor activity by 8 p.m.S-Th. & 10 p.m., Fri. & Sat.
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3.7 Signage
Staff has reported,
We are not making significant changesto the sign regulations
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3.8.5 Off-street Parking
Uses in C1-B district are exempt fromoff-street parking SpaceRequirements.
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User Friendly Goals of New Code
Reduce the number of conditional usepermit reviews,
Provide clear regulations for developers,and citizens, and
Offer a more timely review process.
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4.7 Development Review CommitteeFunction: Performs technical reviewMembership:
City Planner (chair)Community Development Director
City Engineer, Building Official, Fire Chief Additional staff members as needed:
Economic Development Manager,
Police Dept., City Attorney, DNR, Soil &Water District
Proposed addition for consultation:Architect, Design professional
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Review Types 1 - 6Type 1 City Planner Decision (alone; no DRC)
Request: Zoning CertificateTemporary Use PermitConstruction Drawings (may ask City
engineer to review)Administrative Lot Line AdjustmentCode Interpretation
Timeline: Decision within 15 days of applicationAppeal: ZBA within 10 days of city planner
decision
Submitapplication
ApplicationCertification
City Planner Decision
Review Types (continued):
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Review Types (continued):Type 2 City Planner Decision with DRC
ConsultationRequest: Zoning Certificate
Temporary Use PermitFlood Plain Permit
Amendment to the PD-O DistrictAppeal: ZBA within 10 days of city planner
decision
Preapp.meeting Submitapplication App.certification DRCCity Planner Decision
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Review Type (continued)
Type 3 Planning Commission/HPC Decision
Request: Zoning CertificateAmendment to the PD-O DistrictSite Plan Review
Certificate of Appropriateness (HPC)Conditional Use Permit
Options: City Planner may request aneighborhood meeting
Applicant may request an informalmeeting with the PC
Appeal: District Count within 30 days
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Review Type 3 (continued)
Preapp.Meeting
Neighbor-hood
Meeting, i.r.
PCInformal
Meeting, i.r.
Submitapplication
DRC App.certification
Public notice&
Staff report
PCDecision
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Review Type (continued)Type 4 Planning Commission Recommendation
& City Council Decision
Request: Heritage Preservation Site DesignationMajor Subdivision Preliminary PlatZoning Map or Text Amendments to CodeAnnexation
Options: City Planner may request a neighborhood meeting;required for subdivisions with 50+ lots
Applicant may request an informal meeting withthe PC
Rezoning for a floating zoning district can receivean expedited review with joint meeting of the City Council and planning Commission.
Appeal: Court having jurisdiction
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Review Type 4 (continued)
Preapp.Meeting
Neighbor-hood
Meeting, i.r.
PCInformal
Meeting, i.r.
Submitapplication
DRC App.certification
Public notice&
Staff report
PCRecommends
City CouncilDecision
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Review Types (continued):
Type 5 City Council Decision (no PC
recommendation)Request: Minor Subdivision and Lot
ConsolidationMajor Subdiv. Final Plat
Appeal: Court having jurisdictionApplication DRC App.certification Public noticeStaff Report City C.Decision
Review Types (continued):
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Review Types (continued):
Type 6 ZBA Quasi-Judicial DecisionRequest: Variance
AppealsAppeal: District Court
Application DRC App.certification Public noticeStaff Report ZBA Review& Decision
P d Ti li
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Proposed Timelinefor completion of Land Use Code
May 22Current draft of code is posted on the city website
June 1City Council decides on process for completion
June-August
Planning Commission works on codeJune-July
Planning Commission accepts input from boards, commissions andpublic
September - October Planning Commission completes work, holds public hearing and
sends to City CouncilNovember
City Council adopts LDC
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