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07/29/1997 - City Council SpecialAGENDA SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING Tuesday July 29, 1997 5:00 p.m. Municipal Center Community Room I. ROLL CALL & ADOPTION OF AGENDA II. VISITORS TO BE HEARD 5:00 p.m. III. FIRE ADMINISTRATION BUILDING UPDATE 5:15 p.m. IV. M 7:00 p.m. VI. VII. JOINT APC MEETING Review I-1 Zoning Standards Corap Guide Plan Review/DII Study CITY CODE STANDARDS - MUNICIPAL CENTER BUILDING & SITE JOINT APrC MEETING Captain Dodd Park/V.I.C. Program Amphitheater Site Analysis Municipal Center Master Plan Review .APrC Presentation of CIP Wading Pool Update Other Business OTHER BUSINESS VIII. ADJOURNMENT — city of eagan TO: HONORABLE MAYOR & CITY COUNCILMEMBERS FROM: CITY ADMINISTRATOR HEDGES DATE: JULY 25,1997 SUBJECT: SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING/JULY 29,1997 A Special City Council meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, July 29, 1997 at 5:00 p.m. in the Municipal Center Community Room. The purpose of the meeting is to hold a joint work session with the Advisory Planning Commission to review I-1 zoning standards and begin the comp guide plan review with information on the D -II study and secondly, a joint work session with the Advisory Parks & Recreation Commission to discuss several items, including the APrC's presentation of their CIP review, per direction of the City Council, FIRE ADMINISTRATION BUILDING UPDATE Per direction of the City Council, the architects have been proceeding with drawings relative to the proposed Fire Administration building. Before the City Administration proceeds with a variance application for a necessary ten foot variance setback to the west property line and subsequently, a meeting with Mr. Jim Horne of Horne Development, it seems appropriate to have a brief review of the plans by the architect. It is anticipated that the variance request, detailed plans and specifications and direction regarding bids for the project will be considered at either the August 19 or September 2 City Council meeting. Again, the purpose of this review is to make certain the City Council agrees with the plans that will be shown to Mr. Horne of Horne Development and to allow for the City to initiate a variance application for consideration of a setback variance on the west property line. DIRECTION TO BE CONSIDERED: To provide direction to the City Administrator regarding the design plans as presented for the proposed Fire Administration building. JOINT APC MEETING Review I-1 Zoning Standards The Advisory Planning Commission, at recent workshops, has reviewed and considered a draft of ordinance amendments concerning outside storage, I-1 setbacks and screening requirements. Specific direction was given by the City Council for the APC to consider these changes, along with a directive to the EDC on the outdoor display standards, to allow small commercial outdoor display as a permitted use and to research other cities industrial ordinances to assist with evaluating Eagan's allowable uses in I-1 districts. There has been Commission discussion as to when properties abutting I-1 should receive additional protection through more stringent setback, screening or buffer standards. Using the North Park site as an example, the APC has reviewed standards that provide additional protection adjacent to public areas, such as parks and schools. Enclosed on pages �0 through for Council review is a copy of a memo from Senior Planner Freese regarding a review of the I-1 zoning standards. To best utilize the time available to the City Council and Planning Commission, it is the intention of the Commission to address three key issues which are: t Standards for limited commercial outdoor display as a permitted use Zoning classification of North Park as it pertains to surrounding land uses Setback standards where residential and industrial properties abut. DIRECTION TO BE CONSIDERED: To provide direction to the Commission and staff regarding the suggested revisions to the I-1 zoning Comprehensive Guide Plan_Review/D-II Study An update on the work program for the comprehensive pl'an eveloped by the Advisory Planning Commission is included in the memo on pages L g through,5�(O. The work program is enclosed without page number. You will note that as part of the Commission's work program, they have incorporated a review of the existing goals and policies through a subcommittee consisting of Commission members Jerry Segal and Paul Bakken. While the full Commission has not discussed all aspects of the goals and policies, an attachment to the staff memo outlines the work of the Committee to date. The second memo from Senior Planner Freese on pagesi-through T provides an update on the progress made on the residential plan element and the D -II land use study. In the 1988 comprehensive plan update, the City adopted the land use density system of D -I, D -II, D -III and D -IV. A description of this system is included on Exhibit A— the memo on pagesvand!7Z The existing system was intended to provide flexibility to respond to market needs. Variable guidance to development or criteria for considering land use changes are provided. Now that the City is moving into an infill development, the City Council has asked for a system that would provide more direct guidance and establish measurable criteria to evaluate whether or not a particular designation is appropriate. These residential land use guidelines and criteria relate to all four (4) land use density systems. The draft_guidelines and criteria are included as Exhibit B of the memo on pages through . An important element of the comprehensive guide plan update is a comprehensive review of all D -II parcels. Staff was directed by the City Council to examine each D -II parcel and meet with the property owner and suggest a best use for the property. At the July 22 APC work session, staff provided an update on the D -II property owner meetings and discussed a draft map showing suggested changes based on the land use criteria. Four maps used in this discussion are enclosed without page number. DIRECTION TO BE CONSIDERED: An interim ordinance is in effect that prohibits any land use considerations for D -II properties until the D -II study has been completed. Staff and the APC will be looking for direction from the City Council as to future consideration of the D -II study. Cily Code Standards - Municipal Center & Site The final budget for the Police Department/City Hall project included allocations for the screening of rooftop mechanical units and additional landscaping, both of which are intended to permit the City's building to conform with the s e codes we require of other office and commercial development. A staff memo on pages through provides an update on these items and suggests the opportunity for the City to place them on a phase-in schedule rather than performing either immediately. It would appear that such an approach would minimize unnecessary duplication and control costs in the long run for these improvements. While such an approach would not have the City in conformance with code initially, it would come into compliance over time while considering the most cost efficient approach to use of the City's resources. DIRECTION TO BE CONSIDERED: To direct staff to either: 1) proceed with either the additional landscaping or the rooftop screening at this time or 2) to postpone one or both of the projects until the appropriate time. JOINT APrC MEETING Captain Dodd ParkN.I.C._Program The Director of Parks & Recreation, along with the Dakota County Physical Development Department, have been coordinating clean-up efforts for a portion of Captain Dodd Park that was discovered as a burial site for batteries. For additional information and direction on this item, refer to a memo enclosed on pages O( through Amphitheater Site Analysis 3 At the direction of the City Council, an analysis of the various amphitheater sites that were jointly toured by members of the City Council, Eagan Rotary Club and APrC was undertaken. A copy of that analysis is enclosed on pages through for Council review. Greg Ingraham, Ingraham & Voss, who was retained for the Municipal Center Master Plan review, will be present to hear the discussions on the amphitheater site analysis since one of the locations is the Municipal Center Campus. DIRECTION TO BE CONSIDERED: To provide direction to the City staff regarding a location for an amphitheater to allow further cooperation with the Eagan Rotary Club as they continue their fundraising efforts. Municipal Center Master Plan Review At the July 15 regular City Council meeting, the firm of Ingraham & Voss was retained to prepare a Master Plan for the remaining development options to the Municipal Center Campus. Currently, a library, civic arena, outdoor wading pool, Police Department building and Municipal Center building are fully developed. The question that remains is what other uses, in addition to a second sheet of ice, are compatible for the Municipal Center site. Program elements that have been considered to date include a location for the amphitheater, a swimming pool complex and additional parking. Greg Ingraham, Ingraham & Voss, will provide some analysis on his preliminary review of the Municipal Center Master Plan. This is provided on pages LWthrough W. DIRECTION TO BE CONSIDERED: To provide Mr. Ingraham with further direction in response to his presentation regarding the Municipal Center Master Plan study. APrC Presentation of CIP During the fall of 1996, the APrC was given direction by the City Council to prioritize park development needs based on a scenario of the $2 million park site fund being the only funding source available. At the March 17, 1997 joint City Council/APrC meeting, a matrix format to evaluate each park/park project under review by the APrC was reviewed and found acceptable by the Council. For additional informatio , refer to a memo from the Director of Parks &Recreation enclosed on pages hrough R DIRECTION TO BE CONSIDERED: To provide direction to the APrC on the CIP to be presented at the meeting on Tuesday. Wading Pool Update At the direction of the City Council, other locations for consideration of a second wading pool have been reviewed by the Parks & Recreation Department. The Director of Parks & Recreation has provided two memos (enclosed on pages L14 through 1-56): 1) issues regarding the operation of the existing wading pool and 2) information relative to site location for a second wading pools Before a location and cost analysis is directed for a second wading pool, it is important to discuss and provide direction relative to issues the City has recognized with the operation of the existing pool. DIRECTION TO BE CONSIDERED: To direct staff regarding: 1) direction on the various issues recognized in the attached memo about the existing wading pool and 2) direct a cost analysis and site location discussion for a second wading pool. OTHER BUSINESS There are no items to be considered for Other Business at this time. /S/ Thomas L. Hedges City Administrator S city of eagan To: Tom Hedges, City Administrator From: Lisa Freese, Senior Planner Date: July 25,1997 Re: Proposed Zoning Code Amendments BACKGROUND MEMO In April of this year, the City Council directed staff and the Advisory Planning Commission to begin work on possible amendments to the Zoning Code in response to the recommendations of the Trucking Study which was completed earlier this year. The amendments to be considered were performance standards for industrial development and more specifically, those related to screening, setbacks and outdoor storage. Attached is a draft ordinance encompassing proposed changes to these areas of the Zoning Code. PROPOSED AMENDMENTS During their June and July workshops, the APC reviewed and discussed outdoor storage, off-street loading, landscape requirements (specifically screening and buffering), and the industrial districts (I-1, I-2, RD and BP). Many of the proposed amendments to these sections attempt to clarify existing vague language and eliminate redundancies and inconsistencies. A summary list of the changes proposed in these amendments follows. However, some specific elements of the draft ordinance warrant special attention and discussion by the City Council and APC at the joint workshop. Outdoor Storage - The Trucking Study recommended that separate performance standards be established for industrial and commercial outdoor storage. In reviewing the outdoor storage standards, the APC identified different types of commercial and industrial outdoor storage needs: commercial displays of products goods and merchandise, storage of vehicles and equipment, and storage of trash dumpsters. An informal inventory of the City showed that at least 25 different businesses are currently utilizing outdoor displays and most do not have a conditional use permit as required under the current code. After discussion, limited outdoor display was included in the proposed amendments as a permitted use in certain zoning districts, subject to performance standards. Other outdoor storage not meeting the parameters established for outdoor display would still require a conditional use permit. The draft ordinance also establishes performance standards Lo specific to the enclosure of trash dumpsters and modifies the performance standards applicable to outdoor storage. Corresponding amendments to the uses listed in the commercial zoning districts may be necessary to ensure consistency with the proposed revisions in the outdoor storage section, however such amendments have not yet been prepared. North Park - During the Trucking Study, one of the issues discussed was the impact on adjacent properties of the proposed North Park. If the proposed park site is developed and rezoned to Public Facility, larger setbacks would be imposed on surrounding industrial property. The result would make many of the already developed properties nonconforming, and impose additional constraints on the un- and under -developed properties making them difficult to redevelop without variances. Two alternatives for addressing this issue were identified: 1) making public athletic complexes a permitted use in the I-1 district, and 2) establishing an overlay zone specific to North Park. The first option would eliminate the need to rezone the proposed North Park site and avoid the imposition of more stringent setbacks to adjacent industrial properties, but the I-1 zoning of North Park would be different from the other parks in the City. The second option would identify special setbacks to minimize the impact on surrounding properties, however, compliance with overlay standards is difficult to ensure. The Advisory Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Commission favors the second option because it would allow the proposed North Park to be zoned Public Facilities the same as other parks in the City. However, the Advisory Planning Commission favors the first option because it avoids creating special development standards for a single site and is more straightforward to administer. Option 1 is included in the proposed ordinance amendments. Setbacks — One of the concerns raised by industrial property owners during the Trucking Study was the setback requirements. The net impact of the proposed amendments is an overall reduction in required setbacks. The draft ordinance proposes to reduce the building and outdoor storage setback from 100 feet to 50 feet, and to reduce the parking setback from 100 feet to 20 feet for those cases where I-1, I-2, RD or BP property is across the street from property which guided for residential land uses, or when it is directly abutting property zoned P, Public Facilities. In earlier drafts of the proposed ordinance, a 100 -foot setback was provided where industrial property directly abuts a property zoned P. This was changed to 50 feet during the public hearing held on July 22na * A 100 -foot setback in the I-1 and I-2 districts, and a 50 -foot setback in the BP and RD districts, would be retained for buildings, parking and outdoor storage when the property is directly abutting property which is guided for residential use. * Side and rear yard setbacks in the RD district are also proposed to be reduced from 40 feet to 20 feet and front setbacks from 60 feet to 40 feet to be consistent with the BP district. The rear yard setbacks for 1-1, I-2 and BP districts are proposed to be reduced from 30 feet to 20 feet. Screening - During the public hearing, the question was asked whether buildings can be used to screen, for example, outdoor storage areas. Subdivision 151.2, Screen Requirements, does not include buildings as an item for which screening is required and Subdivision 29.D.2, Outdoor Storage Performance Standards, requires that outdoor storage areas be located in the side or rear yards only and must satisfy all required building setbacks from a street. Therefore, buildings may serve to screen other uses on the site, and outdoor storage may not be located between a building and a street. SUMMARY OF OTHER PROPOSED CHANGES • Establish separate performance standards for limited commercial displays as a permitted use in some commercial zoning districts, revise performance standards for outdoor storage as a conditional use, and establish performance standards for trash dumpster enclosures. • Remove NB and RSC from and add I-2 to the districts where outdoor storage is allowed as a conditional use, and limit instances in GB and CSC districts where outdoor storage is allowed as a conditional use. • Clarify and strengthen general requirements for landscape screening. • Reorganize additional standards that apply to property zoned Limited Industrial (1-1), General Industrial (I-2), Research & Development (RD). • Consolidate industrial setback requirements in a single table; reduce the required setbacks where I-1, I-2, RD and BP property is across the street from R or A property that is guided for residential uses. • Clarification, including additions and deletions, of the lists of permitted, conditional and accessory uses in the I-1, I-2, RD, and BP districts. NEXT STEPS Once the proposed code amendments are acted on by the City Council, and APC will need to revisit the special study areas identified in the Trucking Study to determine if it would be appropriate to consider zoning changes for properties in any of those areas. ATTACHMENTS Draft Ordinance - Outdoor Display, Storage, and T h Enclosures, pages _�Z throug4,4 . Draft Ordinance - Off -Street Loading, page o Draft Ordinance - Landscape Requirements, page through Draft Ordinance - Industrial Districts (1-1 I-2 RD and BP), pageb;�througIL3 Q Letter from Max Steininger, Inc., pages]K j rough., Redlined Version of Draft Ordinance Amendments, pages through 47 * * Re -draft version * * Section 11.03. Definitions. Outdoor Storage — To stock, keep, sell or trade outside a commercial or industrial building any items of merchandise, supplies, materials, finished goods, inventory or other movable property, or motor vehicles. For purposes of this definition and the regulation of outdoor storage, a temporary outdoor event and seasonal outdoor sale shall not constitute outdoor storage. Outdoor Display — To store, sell or trade outside a commercial building a representative sample of merchandise, goods or inventory intended for sale, rent or lease, which is otherwise sold or distributed by the occupant of the premises. Temporary Outdoor Event means an exhibition or sale with a duration of ten (10) continuous days or less which does not occur more than once per thirty (30) days and more than three (3) times per year or a combination of twenty (20) days total in a calendar year. A temporary outdoor event includes, but is not limited to: promotional and fund raiser event; car wash; nursery stock, fresh fruit and vegetable sale; and prepared food, clothing and crafts display or sale. Seasonal Outdoor Sales means the outdoor storage and sale of goods within a duration of more than ten (10) and less than ninety (90) continuous days that are accessory to the principal use or structure. Trash means "garbage" and "other refuse" as defined in Section 10.01 of the Eagan City Code. Recyclables means "recyclables" as defined in City Code Chapter 10. CHAPTER 10 DEFINITIONS REFERENCED ABOVE: Garbage means all putrescible wastes, including animal offal and carcasses of dead animals, but excluding human excreta, sewage and other water -carried wastes. Other Refuse means ashes, non -recyclable glass, crockery, cans, paper, boxes, rags and similar nonputrescible wastes (does not decay or have foul odor), and construction or demolition debris, excluding sand, earth, brick, stone and concrete, and trees, tree branches and wood except when stored as firewood. Recyclables means materials that are separated from mixed municipal solid waste for the purpose of recycling, including paper, glass, plastics, metals, automobile oil, and batteries. Refuse -derived fuel or other material that is destroyed by incineration is not a recyclable material. DRAFT CODE REVISIONS 07/25/97 Outdoor Storage, etc. p.1 * * Re -draft version * * Subd. 29 Outdoor Display and Outdoor Storage by businesses. A. Outdoor Display Permitted Subject to the following standards, the outdoor storage of merchandise or goods offered for sale shall be permitted in the Neighborhood Business (NB), General Business (GB), Community Shopping Center (CSC) zoning districts. 1. The display area shall not exceed 100 square feet. 2. The display area shall be located immediately adjacent to the principal structure and only on the side of the building which contains the main entrance. 3. The display area shall not extend more than five feet out from the building. 4. The display area shall not interfere with pedestrian or vehicular flow through the site or obstruct visibility, and a minimum three foot wide pedestrian walkway shall be maintained. 5. The display area shall not take up required parking spaces or landscaping areas. 6. The display items shall consist solely of products otherwise sold and distributed on the premises by the occupant of the principal building. B. Outdoor Storage By Businesses. Outdoor storage shall be allowed only upon the council's granting of a conditional use permit and only in the Limited Industrial (I-1) and General Industrial (1-2) districts, and in the General Business (GB) and Community Shopping Center (CSC) districts for outdoor garden sales, outdoor storage of rental equipment and storage of shopping carts only. C. Conditional Use Permit Application. All applications for a conditional use permit for outdoor storage shall include a detailed and scale site plan specifying the dimensions, location, material and design of the storage enclosure and area. D. Performance Standards. Outdoor storage permitted in accordance with Subparagraph A shall conform to the following standards, in addition to those standards set forth in Subdivision 4 of Section 11.40 of this Chapter: 1. Outdoor storage items shall be placed within an enclosure as necessary to achieve appropriate security and containment, or for public safety reasons when determined necessary by the City. In commercial districts, the enclosure shall be attached to the principal building and be constructed of materials which are aesthetically compatible with the principal building. In industrial districts, the enclosure may be detached from the principal building. 2. The storage area shall be located in the side or rear yards only shall not encroach into any required front building setback area or other required setbacks. DRAFT CODE REVISIONS 07/25/97 Outdoor Storage, etc. p. 2 * * Re -draft version * * 3. The outdoor storage area shall be screened from view from the public right of way and from adjacent property which is designated Residential in the Comprehensive Guide Plan. 4. The storage area shall not interfere with any pedestrian or vehicular movement. 5. The storage area shall not take up required parking spaces or landscaping areas. 6. The storage area shall be surfaced with concrete or an approved equivalent to control dust and erosion. The surface shall be properly maintained to prevent deterioration. Subd. 29.1. Temporary Outdoor Events and Seasonal Outdoor Sales. A. Restrictions. No seasonal outdoor sales or temporary outdoor events shall be permitted except in the Public Facilities (PF), Planned Development (PD), Limited Business (LB), Neighborhood Business (NB), General Business (GB), Community Shopping Center (CSC) and Limited Industrial (I-1) districts and in no event shall seasonal outdoor sales be permitted except upon the Council's granting of a conditional use permit. Any seasonal outdoor sales and temporary outdoor events shall comply with this Subdivision. All outdoor storage, temporary outdoor events and seasonal outdoor sales shall comply with this Subdivision. B. Conditional Use Permit Application. All applications for a conditional use permit for outdoor storage shall include a detailed and scale site plan specifying the dimensions, location, material and design of the storage enclosure and area. C. Performance Standards. 1. Standards for Seasonal Outdoor Sales. Seasonal outdoor sales shall conform to the standards in Subpart C2 of this Subdivision and the following standards, in addition to those standards set forth in Subdivision 4 of Section 11.40: (a) The sale and display area shall be within an enclosure as necessary to achieve appropriate security and containment or for public safety reasons when determined necessary by the City. (b) The sale and display area shall not encroach into any required front building setback or other required setbacks. (c) The sale and display area shall not take up required parking spaces or landscaping areas. DRAFT CODE REVISIONS 07/25/97 Outdoor Storage, etc. p. 3 * * Re -draft version * * (d) The sale and display area shall be surfaced with concrete or an approved equivalent to control dust and erosion. The surface shall be properly maintained to prevent deterioration. 2. Standards for Seasonal Outdoor Sales & Temporary Outdoor Events. Seasonal outdoor sales, in addition to those requirements in Subparagraph C.1., and temporary outdoor events shall be subject to the following standards: (a) Adequate off-street parking shall be provided ensuring that no obstruction or interference occurs with existing traffic patterns. (b) No portion of the sale or event shall take place within any public right-of-way. A minimum 10 foot setback shall be maintained from all property lines and no portion of the use shall take place within 100 feet of any property line of any residential use or residential zoned property. (c) The site shall be kept in a neat and orderly manner and the display of items shall not cover more than 5% of the total lot as to not interfere with pedestrian safety, vehicular movement, emergency access and existing business activities. (d) All signs for the sale or event shall comply with Eagan City Code sign regulations. (e) Tents and temporary membrane structures having an area in excess of 200 square feet and canopies in excess of 400 square feet shall be subject to a building permit. (f) The owner and/or operator of the sale or event shall have the written permission of the fee owner of the property on which the sale or event is located to the use the specific site. (g) Hours of operation shall be subject to this Chapter's regulations governing hours of operation of commercial businesses. (h) No parking shall be permitted on any adjacent parcel without the prior written permission of the adjacent parcel owner. Subd. 29.2. Enclosure of trash and recyclables containers required. A. Purpose. To provide site design standards for the outdoor storage of trash and recyclables containers, the provisions of this subdivision are intended to be applied in addition to the provisions of Section 10.01 of the Eagan City Code which regulate the storage, deposit and disposal of refuse on all properties. DRAFT CODE REVISIONS 07/25/97 Outdoor Storage, etc. p. 4 * * Re -draft version * * B. Design Requirements. All trash and recyclables containers stored outside in the Residential Multiple (R4), Limited Business (LB), Neighborhood Business (NB), General Business (GB), Roadside Business (RB), Community Shopping Center (CSC), Regional Shopping Center (RSC), Research and Development (RD), Limited Industrial (I-1), General Industrial (I-2), and Business Park (BP) zoning districts shall be stored within an enclosure subject to the following standards: 1. The enclosure shall have an impermeable floor surface. 2. The enclosure shall be attached to the principal building in the Limited Business (LB), Neighborhood Business (NB), General Business (GB), Roadside Business (RB), Community Shopping Center (CSC), Regional Shopping Center (RSC), and Research and Development (RD) zoning districts. 3. The enclosure may be detached from the principal building in the, Residential Multiple (R4), Limited Industrial (I-1), General Industrial (I- 2), and Business Park (BP) zoning districts. 4. The enclosure shall satisfy principal structure setbacks required for the applicable zoning district. 5. The enclosure shall be constructed of exterior materials to match the principal structure, with gates or doors having at least 90% opacity. 6. The enclosure shall be of sufficient size to enclose all trash and recyclables containers, and shall be not less than six (6) feet in height, and not more than ten (10) feet in height. DRAFT CODE REVISIONS 07/25/97 Outdoor Storage, etc. p. 5 * *Re -draft version* Subd. 14. Off-street loading areas. A. Definition. That portion of a lot or property designed for use by trucks and other vehicles while loading or unloading merchandise or materials. Off-street loading areas shall not be included as parking in the computation of required off-street parking. B. All loading areas shallbe off street and shall be located on the same lot as the building or use to be served. C. Loading areas and docks shall not be permitted along the front of any building, or any other side of a building facing property guided for residential or public uses. D. Where a loading area or dock is visible from a public street, a minimum 40 -foot -wide landscaped yard, including berms, and vegetation shall be provided and maintained along said public street. Screening shall be provided in accordance with Sec. 11, Subd. 151. and Sec. 11, Subd. 16 E. DRAFT CODE REVISIONS 07/25/97 "Re -draft version** Subd. 15. C. Landscape specifications. 1. Definitions. For the purpose of this subdivision, the following definitions shall apply: (a) Caliper means the length of a straight line measured through the trunk of a tree six inches above ground level. (b) Coniferous/evergreen tree means a woody plant which, at maturity, is at least 30 feet or more in height, having foliage on the outermost portion of the branches yearround. (c) Deciduous overstory shade tree means a woody plant which, at maturity, is 30 feet or more in height, having a defined crown which loses leaves annually. (d) Deciduous understory ornamental tree means a woody plant which, at maturity, is less than 30 feet or more in height, with a single trunk, unbranched for several feet above the ground having a defined crown which loses leaves annually. (e) Plant material average size (coniferous) means the total height of all coniferous trees six feet or over, divided by the total number of such trees. (f) Plant materials average size (shade or ornamental) means the total diameter of all deciduous overstory trees 2 1/2 caliper inches or more in diameter, divided by the total number of trees. 2. All landscape plans and landscaping under this subdivision shall follow and be in compliance with the following requirements, together with all other City Code regulations: (a) Minimum size at time ofplanting. (1) Deciduous overstory plantings shall be a minimum of 2 1/2 caliper inches. (2) Deciduous understory trees shall be a minimum of 1 1/2 caliper inches. (3) Coniferous trees shall be a minimum of six feet in height. 07/25/97 * *Re -draft version* (4) Hedge materials shall be a minimum of three feet in height. (b) Minimum required plant material. The landscape plan and landscaping thereunder shall provide for plant material equal to three percent of the value of the building(s), not including the cost of land and site improvements. Credit may be given for existing plant materials, which will be preserved. The city may approve a landscape plan which does not meet this standard, where the intent and purpose of this subdivision is otherwise met. (c) Planting islands. Planting islands shall be required where necessary to visually break up expanses of hard -surface parking areas, to provide safe and efficient traffic movement, and to define rows of parking. Planting islands shall occupy at least five percent of the parking area. Planting islands shall not be required in parking areas with less than 50 parking spaces. (d) Method of installation. All deciduous and coniferous trees shall be planted in accordance with American Nurseryman's Standards. (e) Lawn maintenance and establishment. Lawn maintenance and establishment shall be required in accordance with chapter 10 of the City Code. (f) Slopes and berms. Slopes and berms steeper than three feet horizontal to one foot vertical shall not be permitted unless specifically approved by the city. In areas where steeper slopes are allowed, there shall be special landscape treatment such as special seed mixtures, terracing, retaining walls or fiber blankets. (g) Landscape maintenance. The property owner shall be responsible for the maintenance of all landscaped areas and the installation of healthy replacement plants for any plants that die or are removed due to disease. Maintenance shall include removal of litter, dead plant materials, unhealthy or diseased trees, and necessary pruning. Natural watercourses within a buffer shall be maintained as free flowing and free of debris. (h) Erosion control. All areas of any site shall be restored and maintained in accordance with provisions of the City Code. 07/25/97 "Re -draft version* (i) Placement of plant materials. No plant materials shall be permitted within any utility easement or street right-of-way, except as otherwise permitted under chapter 7 of the City Code. (j} Diseased and nuisance trees. Prior to grading, all diseased and nuisance trees on the subject property shall be identified by the city forester in accordance with chapter 10 of the City Code. All diseased and nuisance trees so identified shall be removed from the property at the time of grading and prior to the commencement of building construction. Diseased and nuisance trees shall not count toward calculation of significant tree inventory. (k) Tree preservation. Tree preservation shall be required in accordance with the Tree Preservation Ordinance (Subd. 15.1) as adopted by the council. (1) Completion deadline. All plant materials required for screening purposes shall be planted to completion within six months from date of issuance of a building permit unless otherwise approved by the city due to the time of the year or construction for a large project. In no case shall the period exceed six months from issuance of the certificate of occupancy. D. Landscaping along freeway corridors. 1. Purpose. The provisions in this subparagraph are adopted in order to preserve, protect and enhance existing landscapes and landscaping located along Interstate Highways 35E and 494 and T.H. 77 (Cedar Avenue). 2. Visual penetration areas. The requirements herein shall apply to those areas along the freeway system in the city where the visual penetration of the motorist extends beyond the right-of-way boundary as identified in the comprehensive guide plan. 3. Screening visual penetration areas. Within the visual corridors, as identified in the comprehensive guide plan, a planting screen of a mixture of overstory and understory coniferous and deciduous plant material shall be planted which shall provide a visual screen to achieve 75% opacity, year-round at maturity. Screening shall apply to all parking and storage areas. This planting shall be provided within the minimum 50 -foot setback area required adjacent to freeway right-of-way. 07/25/97 07/25/97 "Re -draft version" 4. Existing wooded areas in visual corridors. Existing wooded areas designated in the comprehensive guide plan shall be preserved for a minimum of 50 feet adjacent and parallel to the freeway right-of- way. Beyond 50 feet, existing wooded areas shall be preserved, in accordance with provisions of the Tree Preservation Ordinance (Subd. 15.1) E. Irrigation system. 1. System required. (a) All landscape plans and implementation thereof required by this subdivision shall include an underground irrigation system in all zoning districts except: Single family (R-1), Agriculture (A), and Public facilities (P). (b) Exception. An underground irrigation system is not required if: (i) the area to be landscaped is very large or reserved for future expansion; or (ii) the area is intended to be kept in its natural state. 2. System spec cation. All irrigation systems shall be fully automatic programmable systems, capable of alternate date watering. Each system shall be capable of achieving one inch of precipitation per week under an alternate day watering regime. The system shall provide head to head coverage with uniform levels of total precipitation throughout all irrigated areas and shall provide full and equal coverage onto public rights-of-way to the back of curb. Systems which extend beyond private property onto public rights- of-way shall be subject to approval by the city under chapter 7 of the City Code. The system shall meet state department of health standards and shall provide backflow preventers. All systems shall have a designated billing address. F. Screens and buffers. 1. Definition and purpose. Screens and buffers consist of yards or open areas, planting, berming and fencing that help minimize adverse impacts of public nuisances, such as: noise, glare, vibration, odors, or dust. Additional requirements may apply to certain uses and/or zoning districts. These additional requirements are listed under the appropriate zoning district. 07/25/97 "Re -draft version" 2. Screen requirements. (a) All parking, loading, service, utility, and outdoor storage areas shall be screened from all public streets and adjacent differing land use by a combination of any of the following: berms, walls, fences, shrubs, deciduous overstory, understory or coniferous trees or hedge materials. (b) Screening fences or walls shall be constructed of attractive, permanent finished materials, compatible with those used in the construction of the principal structure. Such screens, including berms, shall be at least six feet (6') in height and provide a minimum opacity of seventy-five percent (75%). Screen fences and walls shall be maintained in a neat and structurally sound condition. Necessary repairs shall be made in a timely manner. (c) Planting screens shall consist of hardy plant materials, alone, or in combination with berms. Such screens shall be at least six feet (6') in height and shall be designed to provide a minimum year-round opacity of seventy-five percent (75%) at maturity. Planting screens shall be maintained in a neat and healthful condition. Plants which have died shall be promptly replaced. (d) Exception to requirements. Screening requirements may be waived or modified by the city where the intent is otherwise satisfied by significant change in elevation, an existing screen, significant distance or similar circumstances. 3. Buffer requirements. (a) All lot boundary lines shall be bordered by buffers'which shall not extend into or be located within any portion of a street right-of-way. (b) The depth of the buffer shall be consistent with the setback requirements, unless otherwise specified. (c) Where a required drainage, utility or other easement is partially or wholly within a required buffer, an alternative buffer shall be provided to eliminate or minimize plantings within the required easement. This alternative may necessitate provision of a wider buffer area. G. Trees on public property. Trees located within the public right-of-way (boulevard area) or public easement shall be planted and maintained in accordance with the provisions of chapter 7 of the City Code. /7 * *Re -draft version* Subd. 16. I-1 limited industrial district. A. Purpose. The purpose of the I-1 limited industrial district is to provide for the establishment of a variety of warehousing, manufacturing and light industrial uses, including large volume truck oriented uses. The overall character of the industrial district is intended to allow industrial development but to assure that it is compatible with adjacent land uses through the application of additional lot requirements which will minimize any potential detrimental effects of a particular industrial use. B. Permitted uses. Within any I-1 district, no structure or land shall be used except for one or more of the following uses or uses deemed similar by the council: 1. Amusement devices, not to exceed three machines at one licensed location, and which shall not be located within 200 feet of another licensed location. For this purpose the outside wall of each licensed location shall be used in the measurement of the distance between locations. 2. Animal hospital or clinic (with no outside kennel). 3. Armories or convention hall. 4. Assembly, processing, fabrication, packaging or manufacturing of a wide variety of products that produce no exterior noise, glare, fumes, obnoxious products, byproducts or wastes, or creates other objectionable impact on the environment. 5. Automobile major repair when conducted completely in an enclosed building. 6. Churches, in multi -tenant buildings. 7. Ice, cold storage plants, bottling works. 8. Machine and welding shops. 9. Mini -warehouse storage facilities. 10. Offices. 11. Public athletic complexes. 12. Radio, television and movie productions studios. 13. Research laboratories. 14. Reserved. 07/25/97 (Industrial district p. 1) a C) "Re -draft version" 15. Restaurants, class I only. 16. Tennis club, skating, theater, bowling alley or similar indoor commercial recreation. 17. Trade school. 18. Warehousing and wholesaling and related sales or showrooms. C. Conditional uses. Within the I -I district, no structure or land shall be used for the following uses or uses deemed similar by the council except through the granting of a conditional use permit. 1. Amusement devices exceeding three machines at one licensed location or to be located within 500 feet of any other licensed location. 2. Car or truck wash when conducted as a principal use. 3. Contractors' yards. 4. Dog kennels with outside pens and subject to section 6.38 of the City Code. 5. Freestanding tower or wind energy conversion system, subject to the regulations thereof in this Code. 6. Manufacture, storage, or utilization of explosives. 7. Motor fuel sales providing bulk or large quantities primarily to industrial or trucking uses. 8. Off-street parking and outdoor storage, subject to section 11.10, subdivision 12.1. 9. On -sale wine and 3.2 beer. 10. Outdoor storage, and then only when conducted by an occupant of the principal building, subject to section 11. 10, subdivision 29. 11. Reserved. 12. Sales yards for building materials, and then only when conducted by an occupant of the principal building, subject to section 11. 10, subdivision 29. 13. Sales, leasing, and/or service for trucks or passenger cars when conducted as a principal use 14. Truck and freight terminals. 07/25/97 (Industrial district p. 2) "Re -draft version* 15. Truckstops. D. Permitted Accessory Uses. Within any I-1 district, the following uses shall be permitted when conducted as accessory to the principal use on the property. 1. Building mounted antenna or satellite dish, subject to the regulations thereof in this Code 2. Sales, leasing, or service of trucks or passenger cars when serving only the principal use ? 3. Car or truck wash consisting of a single wash bay, when serving only the principal use. Subd. 17. I-2 general industrial district. A. Purpose. The purpose of the I-2 general industrial district is to provide for the establishment of heavier industrial uses that, because of the nature of the product or character of operation, require separation from or special. protections for non -industrial uses. B. Permitted uses. Within any I-2 district, no structure or land shall be used except for one or more of the following uses or uses deemed similar by the council: 1. Any use listed as a permitted use in the I-1 district 2. Any use listed as a conditional use in the I-1 district, except: + Manufacture, storage or utilization of explosives • Off-street parking and outdoor storage subject to section 11.10 subdivision 12.1 3. Crude oil, gasoline or other liquid storage tanks. 4. The manufacturing, compounding, assembly, packaging, treatment or storage of the following products or materials: brewing; cement; concrete; stone cutting; brick; glass; batteries (wet cell); ceramic products; mill working; metal polishing and plating; paint (pigment manufacturing); vinegar works; rubber products; plastics; meat packing; flour, feed or grain milling; coal or tar asphalt distillation; rendering works; distillation of bones; sawmill; lime; gypsum; plaster of Paris; glue; size; cloth; and similar uses. 0725/97 (Industrial district p. 3) a � * *Re -draft version* * C. Conditional uses. Within the I-2 district, no structure or land shall be used for the following uses or uses deemed similar by the council except by conditional use permit: 1. Acid manufacture. 2. Auto wrecking, junkyard, used auto parts (open storage) and similar uses. 3. Commercial stockyard, auction sales or slaughtering of animals. 4. Creosote plant. 5. Incineration or reduction of waste material other than customarily incidental to a principal use. 6. Kilns, or other heat processes fired by means other than electricity. 7. Manufacture and/or storage of poison, fertilizer, fuel briquettes. 8. Manufacture, storage or utilization of explosives 9. Off-street parking and outdoor storage subject to section 11.10 subdivision 12.1 10. Refining of crude oil. 11. Refuse or garbage disposal. C. Permitted Accessory Uses. Within any I-2 district, the following uses shall be permitted when conducted as accessory to the principal use on the property: 1. All uses listed as permitted accessory uses in the I-1 district. Subd. 18. R -D research and development district. A. Purpose. The purpose of the RD district is to provide for professional research and development and limited industrial structures and operations. The development standards for this district are intended to establish and maintain high quality site planning, architecture, signage and landscape design so as to be compatible with and protect the full use, benefit, and enjoyment of surrounding residential property. It is not the purpose of this subdivision to permit ordinary and usual types of industrial structures and operations which more appropriately qualify only under the foregoing industrial classifications. B. Permitted Uses. No land so classified shall be used or occupied for any purpose other than as hereinafter provided or uses deemed similar by the council. 07/25/97 (Industrial district p. 4) * *Re -draft version* 1. Agriculture. 2. Any combination of R&D laboratories and general offices. 3. General offices. 4. Light manufacturing and processing of a type producing negligible smoke, dust, odor, fumes or noise when conducted in conjunction with R&D laboratories or general offices and compatible with subparagraph A above. 5. Research and development laboratories. C. Permitted accessory uses. Guesthouses owned and maintained in conjunction with permitted uses. 2. Recreational areas and similar uses for the primary benefit of employees. Subd. 19. BP business park district. A. Purpose. The business park BP district is intended to accommodate development of low intensity office, light industrial and supporting commercial service uses that may be suitable in relative close proximity to nonindustrial development. More intensive industrial uses which require outdoor storage and high truck traffic are excluded. The development standards for this district are intended to establish and maintain high quality site planning, architecture, signage and landscape design to create an attractive and unified development character. B. Permitted uses. Within any BP district, no structure or land shall be used except for one or more of the following uses or uses deemed similar by the council: 1. Financial institutions and banks (without drive-through). 2. Office and office buildings. 3. Office/warehouses and office/showrooms. 4. Processing, packaging, cleaning, storage, assembling, servicing, repair or testing of materials, goods or products, when wholly contained within a building and which meet and maintain all applicable standards established by the state. 5. Public utility uses. 07/25/97 (Industrial district p. 5) * * Re -draft version* 6. Research laboratories, when wholly contained within a building and which meet and maintain all applicable standards established by the state. 7. Technical, vocational and business schools. C. Conditional uses. Within the BP district, no structure or land shall be used for the following uses or uses deemed similar by the council except through the granting of a conditional use permit: 1. Day care facilities. 2. Financial institutions and banks with drive-through facilities. 3. Health care facilities. 4. Health and fitness clubs. 5. Hotels and motels. 6. Off-street parking and loading as regulated in section 11. 10, subdivision 12. 1, herein. 7. Restaurants (class I). D. Permitted accessory uses. Within the BP district, the following uses shall be permitted when incidental to and clearly subordinate to the permitted principal use: 1. Coffeeshops and cafeterias located within the principal structure. 2. Garage or similar structure to store vehicles and equipment. 3. Parking and loading as regulated herein. 4. Retail sales of products manufactured, warehoused or distributed on the premises where the retail floor area does not exceed 15 percent of the gross floor area or 3,000 square feet, whichever is less, of the building in which the sales area is located. 07/25/97 (Industrial district p. 6) **Re -draft version** Subd. 20. Minimum Area Requirements. The following table indicates the minimum area and size requirements for property development in the R -D, BP and I districts. Additional lot requirements are outlined in Subd. 21 below. * For R -D district, the minimum required 40 -acre lot shall only pertain to the initial planning and rezoning and shall not preclude the subsequent subdivision of an area into small lots for development in accordance with plans for the overall area initially rezoned. 07/25/97 (Industrial district p. 7) RD Research & BP Business I-1 Limited I-2 General Development Park Industrial Industrial Lot Area 40 acres * 1.5 acres %Z acre 1 acre Lot Width 300 feet 100 feet 100 feet 200 feet Building Setback from public 40 feet 40 feet 40 feet 40 feet street (see also Sec. 11.20, subd. 6C) Building Setback — side 20 feet 20 feet 20 feet 20 feet Building Setback — rear 20 feet 20 feet 20 feet 20 feet Parking Setback 20 feet 20 feet 20 feet 20 feet from public street Parking Setback — side 5 feet 5 feet 5 feet 5 feet Parking Setback — rear 5 feet 5 feet 5 feet 5 feet Building, parking and 50 feet 50 feet 100 feet 100 feet outdoor storage setback adjacent to properties guided for residential use when properties directly abut each other Building and outdoor storage 50 feet 50 feet 50 feet 50 feet setback adjacent to properties guided for residential or public use when properties are separated by a street, or when directly abutting property zoned P, Public Facilities Building Height 45 feet 45 feet 40 feet 40 feet Building Coverage 20% 40% 35% 35% (% of total lot area) * For R -D district, the minimum required 40 -acre lot shall only pertain to the initial planning and rezoning and shall not preclude the subsequent subdivision of an area into small lots for development in accordance with plans for the overall area initially rezoned. 07/25/97 (Industrial district p. 7) * * Re -draft version* Subd. 21. Additional Standards and Requirements. The following requirements are in addition to those in subdivisions 16, 17, 18, 19 and 20 of this section for industrial districts (1-1, I-2, RD, and BP). Where there is a conflict, the requirements under this subdivision shall prevail: A. Height. Buildings or structures in excess of the maximum height limitations imposed by subdivision 20 of this section may be allowed as conditional uses subject to the following standards: 1. Buildings in air traffic corridors, as defined in the comprehensive guide plan, shall be subject to additional height restrictions per air traffic corridor regulations. 2. The maximum required setback for buildings or structures over three stories shall be 60 feet on the front and 30 feet on the side and rear yards. The setbacks shall be increased from the standard setback requirements by five feet per story on the front, side and rear yards until the maximum required setback has been obtained. 3. In BP districts, building heights up to 80 feet may be permitted subject to air traffic corridor regulations and a one -foot increase in setback for each additional foot of building height over the maximum allowed per subdivision 20, up to a maximum setback of 60 feet on the front and 40 feet on the side and rear yards. 4. A building or structure in excess of the permitted maximum height, per subdivision 20, shall not be allowed if it is located less than 300 feet from a single-family residential district as measured from the nearest point of such building or structure to the nearest point of the residential district. 5. Special review and consideration will be given to proposed buildings or structures that take advantage of significant topographical changes in elevations that would minimize the impact of the structure's top floor elevation in relation to single-family residential dwellings in the area. A Parking standards and requirements. Off-street parking shall be provided in accordance with the requirements of Section 11.10, Subd. 12 and Subd. 15. 1. Loading areas shall be provided in accordance with the requirements of Sec. 11.20, Subd 14. 2. Truck parking and/or outside storage shall be provided in accordance with the requirements of Sec. 11. 10, Subd. 29. C. Loading docks and areas. Off-street loading areas must conform to the requirements of section 11. 10, subdivision 14, with the following .additional requirements: 0725/97 (Industrial district p. 8) **Re -draft version** 1. In RD and BP districts, loading docks and maneuvering areas shall be solidly screened from all streets and adjacent differing land uses. 2. Loading dock doors, railings and other appurtenances shall be compatible with the overall color scheme of the primary structure. D. Outside storage. Outside storage shall be allowed in accordance with the requirements of Sec. 11. 10, Subd. 29 with the following additional requirements: 1. In the BP district, outside storage shall not be allowed. Long-term outdoor parking or storage of commercial tractors and trailers is also prohibited. 2. Trash, recyclable materials, and associated handling equipment shall be stored within the principal structure or in an accessory structure, attached or separate from the primary structure, constructed of building materials compatible with the principal structure. E. Screening and landscaping requirements. Screening and landscaping of development shall be provided in accordance with the requirements of section 11. 10, subdivision 15, with the following additional requirements: 1. Whenever an I-1, I-2, RD or BP district is across the street from property guided for residential land uses or directly abutting property zoned P (Public Facilities), a buffer yard/setback with a minimum depth of 50 feet shall be maintained adjacent to the street. The buffer yard shall provide screening of all parking, loading and outside storage areas. Screening may consist of landscaping, berms, fencing and walls. The height and depth of the screening shall be consistent with the height of the items to be screened. At the time of installation, screening shall provide a minimum seventy-five percent (75%) opacity. 2. Whenever an I-1 or I-2 district is directly abutting property guided for residential land uses, a buffer yard/setback with a minimum depth of 100 feet shall be maintained. The buffer yard shall provide screening of all parking, loading and outside storage areas. Screening may consist of landscaping, berms, fencing and walls. The height and depth of the screening shall be consistent with the height of the items to be screened. At the time of installation, screening shall provide a minimum seventy-five percent (75%) opacity. 3. In the RD and BP districts, ground level view of all mechanical utilities shall be completely screened from contiguous properties and adjacent streets. 07/25/97 (Industrial district p. 9) * *Re -draft version* * 4. In the RD and BP districts, a minimum three-foot high solid screen, consisting of plantings, berms, and/or decorative walls shall be provided within the required setback where off-street parking areas abut a public right-of-way or property with a different zoning or land use designation. F. Signage provisions. Signage shall be provided in accordance with the requirements of section 4.20 with the following additional requirements: 1. Building facade signage on multi -tenant buildings shall be evenly distributed between all tenants. 2. In multi -lot developments, the design and placement of monument and directional signs shall be coordinated through an overall signage plan. 3. In the RD and BP districts, no pylon or roof signs shall be allowed. 4. In the RD and BP districts, building facade signage shall be limited to ten percent of the facade area. G. Building and structure design standards. Development shall be subject to the Sec. 11.10, Subd. 30 with the following additional standards: Building materials. In the RD and BP districts, major exterior surfaces of all primary structures shall be constructed of face brick, stone, glass, stucco, synthetic stucco, architectural concrete, cast in place or precast panels, or decorative block. Up to 15 percent of any wall surface may be constructed of wood, vinyl, or metal, as accent materials, provided they are appropriately integrated into the overall building design. No exterior surfaces shall be constructed of sheet aluminum, asbestos, iron, steel, plain concrete block or corrugated aluminum. Roofs, except flat roofs, shall be constructed of commercial grade asphalt shingles, wood shingles, standing seam metal, slate, tile, or copper. 2. Accessory structures. Accessory structures, either attached or detached from the primary structure, shall be constructed of identical materials, style, quality and appearance as the principal structure. 3. Canopies and awnings. The design of canopies shall be in keeping with the overall building design in terms of location, size (scale), and color. No canopies with visible wall hangers shall be permitted. Signage on canopies may be substituted for allowed building signage and shall be limited to 25 percent of the canopy area. Intemally illuminated canopies must be compatible with the overall color scheme of the building. The area of illumination shall be considered signage. 07/25/97 (Industrial district p. 10) 7 **Re -draft version** Subd. 22. Floodplain districts. Floodplain districts may be established under normal procedures for zoning property established by this chapter. Floodplain district zoning shall pertain to those areas of the city subject to periodic flooding. Floodplain districts shall be a zoning in addition to the base zoning district. Where a conflict may arise between the requirements of the base zone or the overlying floodplain zoning, the requirements or regulations related to floodplain zoning shall prevail. Floodplain district regulations shall be established by a separate section of this chapter. 07/25/97 (Industrial district p. 11) 3c) -I\I[\IGEK I N C O R P O R A T E D July 23, 1997 Planning Commission & City Council City of Eagan 3830 Pilot Knob Road Eagan, MN 55122 Attn: Ms. Pam Dudziak Dear Ms. Dudziak: Thank you for speaking with me today concerning the proposed zoning ordinance amendments. From our talk, I understand there is no zoning in Eagan at this time that will allow a permanent concrete recycling facility. Since amendments are being consider for the Zoning Code, we think it would be appropriate to include a zoning or conditional use that allows concrete recycling. At the hearing for our last interim use permit, several council members stated that in the future they would probably object to having our facility at the comer of Yankee Doodle Road and Hwy. 149 because that area is slated to become one of the main entrances to Eagan. We are also concerned that the owner may elect not to renew our lease at some point. If we lose this site, we will have no place to recycle in Eagan. With these concerns in mind, we have looked for an alternative site to purchase. We have identified a 7 acre parcel immediately west of the intersection of Neil Armstrong Road and Apollo Road that we feel would make a good, permanent concrete recycling facility. We are currently in negotiation with the property owner to obtain the land. If and when we get a purchase agreement, we will be forwarding a request to the City to allow construction of a permanent recycle facility at this location. We envision a compact, neat, and unobtrusive operation with extensive paving, screening, and berming to avoid impacting the surrounding properties. page 2 July 23, 1997 Ms. Pam Dudziak City of Eagan Eagan has repeatedly expressed its commitment to recycling and to reducing the stream of waste going to landfills. It is important that Eagan have a zoning or conditional use that will allow permanent concrete recycling. If Eagan wants recycling, it should allow it with the City limits and not hope that some other community will take responsibility. We hope Staff, the Planning Commission and the City Council will enact these zoning changes. Sincerely, MAX STEININGER, INC. Greg Steininger rpm DRAFT ORDINANCE AMENDMENTS REDLINED COPY The following is an edited copy of the draft ordinance amendments showing the proposed changes. New additions are shown in bold italics, deletions are shown as suili-eeu, and comments are in [brackets]. 3,) DEFINITIONS Outdoor Storage - To di 3 , stock, keep, sell or trade outside a commercial or industrial building any items of merchandise, supplies, materials, finished goods, inventory or other movable property, #ashA or motor vehicles. For purposes of this definition and the regulation of outdoor storage, a temporary outdoor event and seasonal outdoor sale shall not constitute outdoor storage. [Revise definition to remove trash receptacles since separate standards are being established for them, and to create a separate definition for outdoor display.] Outdoor Duplay — To store, sell or trade outside a commercial building a representative sample of merchandise, goods or inventory intended for sale, rent or lease, which is otherwise sold or distributed by the occupant of the premises. [Add definition.] Temporau Outdoor Event means an exhibition or sale with a duration of ten (10) continuous days or less which does not occur more than once per thirty (30) days and more than three (3) times per year on a combination of twenty (20) days total in a calendar year. A temporary outdoor event includes, but is not limited to: promotional and fund raiser event; car wash; nursery stock, fresh fruit and vegetable sale; and prepared food, clothing and crafts display or sale. Seasonal Outdoor Sales means the outdoor storage and sale of goods within a duration of more than ten (10) and less than ninety (90) continuous days that are accessory to the principal use or structure. Trash means "garbage" and "other refuse" as defined in Section 10.01 of the Eagan City CodejAdd definition to Zoning Code.] Recrclables means "recyclables" as defined in City Code Chapter 10. [Add definition to Zoning Code.] CHAPTER 10 DEFINITIONS REFERENCED ABOVE: Garbage means all putrescible wastes, including animal offal and carcasses of dead animals, but excluding human excreta, sewage and other water -carried wastes. Other Refuse means ashes, non -recyclable glass, crockery, cans, paper, boxes, rags and similar nonputrescible wastes (does not decay or have foul odor), and construction or demolition debris, excluding sand, earth, brick, stone and concrete, and trees, tree branches and wood except when stored as firewood. Recyclables means materials that are separated from mixed municipal solid waste for the purpose of recycling, including paper, glass, plastics, metals, automobile oil, and batteries. Refuse -derived fuel or other material that is destroyed by incineration is not a recyclable material. DRAFT CODE REVISIONS 07/25/97 Outdoor Storage, etc. p. 1 Subd. 29 Outdoor Display and Outdoor Storage by businesses., Q41tdi4m: 2;1166- A. Outdoor Display Permitted Subject to the following standards, the outdoor storage of merchandise or goods offered for sale shall be permitted in the Neighborhood Business (NB), General Business (GB), Community Shopping Center (CSC) zoning districts. [Separate commercial displays from other outdoor storage. Comment: The RSC district was included in the first draft, but later eliminated since no property is currently zoned RSC. Should outdoor display be specified as a permitted accessor_ use which is listed in the appropriate zoning districts?] L The display area shall not exceed 100 square feet 2. The display area shall be located immediately adjacent to the principal structure and only on the side of the building which contains the main entrance. 3. The display area shall not extend more than five feet out from the building. 4. The display area shall not interfere with pedestrian or vehicular, flow through the site or obstruct visibility, and a minimum three foot wide pedestrian walkway shall be maintained 5. The display area shall not take up required parking spaces or landscaping areas. 6. The display items shall consist solely of products otherwise sold and distributed on the premises by the occupant of the principal building. AB. Outdoor Storage By Businesses. Outdoor storage shall be allowed only upon the council's granting of a conditional use permit and only in the Limited Industrial (I-1) and General Industrial (I-2) districts, and in the General Business (GB) and Community Shopping Center (CSC) districts for outdoor garden sales, outdoor storage of rental equipment and storage of shopping carts only. Rosiness P49), Geaeml Pusiaess (9B), Geffimuffity sheppiag Genter. (G9G)' Limited 4SERPBE&AFY AwtdApr- aveass shall AAmply *44h 44F; Siand:;4,4m; A 11 All deer. sterage DRAFT CODE REVISIONS 07/25/97 Outdoor Storage, etc. p. 2 &C. Conditional Use Permit Application. All applications for a conditional use permit for outdoor storage shall include a detailed and scale site plan specifying the dimensions, location, material and design of the storage enclosure and area. Q.D. Performance Standards. Outdoor storage permitted in accordance with Subparagraph A shall conform to the following standards, in addition to those standards set forth in Subdivision 4 of Section 11.40 of this Chapter: 01 M {ail. Outdoor storage items shall be placed within an enclosure as necessary to achieve appropriate security and containment, or for public safety reasons when determined necessary by the City. In commercial districts, the enclosure shall be attached to the principal building and be constructed of materials which are aesthetically compatible with the principal building. In industrial districts, the enclosure may be detached from the principal building. (b) All r.1101; pnaliq, HE_ 6140 pFineipal Wilding exSept in the [Delete —combine with #11 be-stefed— [Delete - evaluation of suitable material would be included in #1 above.] (d)2. The males -storage area shall be located in the side or rear yards only shall not encroach into any eked required front building setback area or other required setbacks. (e)3. The outdoor storage area shall be screened from view from the public right of way and from adjacent property which is designated Residential in the Comprehensive Guide Plan. (4)4. The male mm -storage area shall not interfere with any pedestrian or vehicular movement. (g) :;he isam I; to he Mer -ad Sififfill -1 ifiet- wMee -a _J 1—he hei& 994--a- [Delete -this provision appears to be for screening purposes. Establish separate screening provision instead] (h)5. The display storage area shall not take up required parking spaces or landscaping areas. [Change wording since separating display from storage.] DRAFT CODE REVISIONS 07/25/97 Outdoor Storage, etc. p. 3 r76. The dray storage area shall be surfaced with concrete or an approved equivalent to control dust and erosion. The surface shall be properly maintained to prevent deterioration. [Change wording since separating display from storage.] ********* [Create a new Subdivision for Seasonal Outdoor Sales and Temporary Outdoor events and relocate these provisions to separate them from outdoor storage.] b-divisien, er. &-,y other. viglatipn Agshe G45, Gods [Delete — this is redundant with CUP provisions.] Subd 29.1. Temporary Outdoor Events and Seasonal Outdoor Sales. A. Restrictions. , the Gelmeil's gfaR4ifig of a Genditienalose Pe No seasonal outdoor sales or temporary outdoor events shall be permitted except in the Public Facilities (PF), Planned Development (PD), Limited Business (LB), Neighborhood Business (NB), General Business (GB), Community Shopping Center (CSC) and Limited Industrial (1-1) districts and in no event shall seasonal outdoor sales be permitted except upon the Council's granting of a conditional use permit. Any seasonal outdoor sales and temporary outdoor events shall comply with this Subdivision. All outdoor storage, temporary outdoor events and seasonal outdoor sales shall comply with this Subdivision. B. Conditional Use Permit Application. All applications for a conditional use permit for outdoor storage shall include a detailed and scale site plan specifying the dimensions, location, material and design of the storage enclosure and area. C. Performance Standards. . Standards for 9atdeef 5-4-A-Fage and -Seasonal Outdoor Sales. Owdee� steregemd.Seasonal outdoor sales SubpaFW&phA conform to the standards in Subpart C2 of this DRAFT CODE REVISIONS 07/25/97 Outdoor Storage, etc. p. 4 Subdivision and the following standards, in addition to those standards set forth in Subdivision 4 of Section 11.40: (a) The sale and display area shall be within an enclosure as necessary to achieve appropriate security and containment or for public safety reasons when determined necessary by the City. [Delete] A;;d 4A items te he . [Delete] (d)(b) The ensiesxr-e sale and display area shall not encroach into any MAtAkU required front building setback or other required setbacks. mevemeig-[Delete — redundant.] Eg}(c) The sale and display area shall not take up required parking spaces or landscaping areas. %(d) The sale and display area shall be surfaced with concrete or an approved equivalent to control dust and erosion. The surface shall be properly maintained to prevent deterioration. (i) :;he squff a feetage e f eatdeer- display afems 1-1- h- e- —i;; A i d a a i s; @9 the pr-epeAy- [Delete serves no purpose if temporary, and other provisions require there be adequate parking to serve the seasonal use.] 2. Standards for Seasonal Outdoor Sales & Temporary Outdoor Events. Seasonal outdoor sales, in addition to those requirements in Subparagraph C.1., and temporary outdoor events shall be subject to the following standards: (a) Adequate off-street parking shall be provided ensuring that no obstruction or interference occurs with existing traffic patterns. DRAFT CODE REVISIONS 07/25/97 Outdoor Storage, etc. p. 5 (b) No portion of the sale or event shall take place within any public right-of-way. A minimum 10 foot setback shall be maintained from all property lines and no portion of the use shall take place within 100 feet of any property line of any residential use or residential zoned property. (c) The site shall be kept in a neat and orderly manner and the display of items shall not cover more than 5% of the total lot as to not interfere with pedestrian safety, vehicular movement, emergency access and existing business activities. (d) All signs for the sale or event shall dwcomply with Eagan City Code sign regulations. (e) Tents and temporary membrane structures having an area in excess of 200 square feet and canopies in excess of 400 square feet shall be subject to a building permit. (f) The owner and/or operator of the sale or event shall have the written permission of the fee owner of the property on which the sale or event is located to the use the specific site. (g) Hours of operation shall be subject to this Chapter's regulations governing hours of operation of commercial businesses. (h) No parking shall be permitted on any adjacent parcel without the the prior written permission of the adjacent parcel owner. [Delete — redundant with CUP provisions.] Subd 29.2. Enclosure of trash and recyclables containers required [Create a new subdivision in Section 11. 10, General Provisions, of the Zoning Code.] A. Purpose. To provide site design standards for the outdoor storage of trash and recyclables containers, the provisions of this subdivision are intended to be applied in addition to the provisions of Section 10.01 of the Eagan City Code which regulate the storage, deposit and disposal of refuse on all properties. B. Design Requirements. All trash and recyclables containers stored outside in the Residential Multiple (R-4), Limited Business (LB), Neighborhood Business (NB), General Business (GB), Roadside Business (RB), Community Shopping DRAFT CODE REVISIONS 07/25/97 Outdoor Storage, etc. p. 6 Center (CSC), Regional Shopping Center (RSC), Research and Development (RD), Limited Industrial (I-1), General Industrial (I-2), and Business Park (BP) zoning districts shall be stored within an enclosure subject to the following standards: [Removed R-3 from this provision, R-3 townhomes would not utilize large dumpsters.] L The enclosure shall have an impermeable floor surface. 2. The enclosure shall be attached to the principal building in the Limited Business (LB), Neighborhood Business (NB), General Business (GB), Roadside Business (RB), Community Shopping Center (CSC), Regional Shopping Center (RSC), and Research and Development (RD) zoning districts. 3. The enclosure may be detached from the principal building in the, Residential Multiple (R-4), Limited Industrial (I-1), General Industrial (I-2), and Business Park (BP) zoning districts. 4. The enclosure shall satisfy principal structure setbacks required for the applicable zoning district. S. The enclosure shall be constructed of exterior materials to match the principal structure, with gates or doors having at least 90% opacity. 6. The enclosure shall be of sufficient size to enclose all trash and recyclables containers, and shall be not less than six (6) feet in height, and not more than ten (10) feet in height. DRAFT CODE REVISIONS 07/25/97 J j `I N Outdoor Storage, etc. p. 7 Subd. 14. Off-street loading areas. A. Definition. That portion of a lot or properly designed for use by trucks and other vehicles while loading or unloading merchandise or materials. Off-street loading areas shall not be included as parking in the computation of required off-street parking. B. All loading areas ' shall be off street and shall be located on the same lot as the building or use to be served. C. Loading areas and docks shall not be permitted along the front of any building, or any other side of a building facing property guided for residential or public uses. D. Where a loading area or dock €aces is visible from a public street, a minimum 40 -foot -wide landscaped yard, including berms, and vegetation shall be provided and maintained along said public street. , [Delete — if intent is to protect view and provide additional separation between residential and loading dock, item "D" above should provide adequate protection. Also, additional lot standards proposed for industrial uses adjacent to residential will require 50-100 foot setbacks and screening of loading areas.] DRAFT CODE REVISIONS 07/25/97 Subd. 15. C. 1. Landscape specifications. Definitions. For the purpose of this subdivision, the following definitions shall apply: (a) Caliper means the length of a straight line measured through the trunk of a tree six inches above ground level. (b) Coniferous/evergreen tree means a woody plant which, at maturity, is at least 30 feet or more in height, having foliage on the outermost portion of the branches yearround. (c) Deciduous overstory shade tree means a woody plant which, at maturity, is 30 feet or more in height, having a defined crown which loses leaves annually. (d) Deciduous understory ornamental tree means a woody plant which, at maturity, is less than 30 feet or more in height, with a single trunk, unbranched for several feet above the ground having a defined crown which loses leaves annually. (e) Plant material average size (coniferous) means the total height of all coniferous trees six feet dr over, divided by the total number of such trees. (f) Plant materials average size (shade or ornamental) means the total diameter of all deciduous overstory trees 2 1/2 caliper inches or more in diameter, divided by the total number of trees. 2. All landscape plans and landscaping under this subdivision shall follow and be in compliance with the following requirements, together with all other City Code regulations: (a) Minimum size at time of planting. (1) Deciduous overstory plantings shall be a minimum of 2 1/2 caliper inches. (2) Deciduous understory trees shall be a minimum of 1 1/2 caliper inches. (3) Coniferous trees shall be a minimum of six feet in height. CODE REVISIONS 07/25/97 - Landscaping p. 1 (4) Hedge materials shall be a minimum of three feet in height. (b) Minimum required plant material. The landscape plan and landscaping thereunder shall provide for plant material equal to three percent of the value of the building(s), not including the cost of land and site improvements. Credit may be given for existing plant materials, which will be preserved. The city may approve a landscape plan which does not meet this standard, where the intent and purpose of this subdivision is otherwise met. (c) Planting islands. Planting islands shall be required where necessary to visually break up expanses of hard -surface parking areas, to provide safe and efficient traffic movement, and to define rows of parking. Planting islands shall occupy at least five percent of the parking area. Planting islands shall not be required in parking areas with less than 50 parking spaces. ten Delete last sentence - confusing statement Should there be a minimum island size specified? (d) Method of installation. All deciduous and coniferous trees shall be planted in accordance with American Nurseryman's Standards. (e) Lawn maintenance and establishment. Lawn maintenance and establishment shall be required in accordance with chapter 10 of the City Code. (f) Slopes and berms. Slopes and berms steeper than three feet horizontal to one foot vertical shall not be permitted unless specifically approved by the city. In areas where steeper slopes are allowed, there shall be special landscape treatment such as special seed mixtures, terracing, of retaining walls or fiber blankets. (g) Landscape maintenance. The property owner shall be responsible for the maintenance of all landscaped areas and the installation of healthy replacement plants for any plants that die or are removed due to disease. Maintenance shall include removal of litter, dead plant materials, unhealthy or diseased trees, and necessary pruning. Natural watercourses CODE REVISIONS 07/25/97 - Landscaping p. 2 within a buffer shall be maintained as free flowing and free of debris. (h) Erosion control. All areas of any site shall be restored and maintained in accordance with provisions of the city erosion control manual (Does this exist? If not, delete reference to manual), and other requirements of the City Code. (i) Placement of plant materials. No plant materials shall be permitted within any utility easement or street right-of-way, except as otherwise permitted under chapter 7 of the City Code. (j) Diseased and nuisance trees. Prior to grading, all diseased and nuisance trees on the subject property shall be identified by the city forester in accordance with chapter 10 of the City Code. All diseased and nuisance trees so identified shall be removed from the property at the time of grading and prior to the commencement of building construction. Add— "Diseased and nuisance trees shall not count toward calculation of significant tree inventory." (k) Tree preservation. Tree preservation shall be required in accordance with the Tree Preservation pidelines Ordinance (Subd 15.1) as adopted by the council. (1) Completion deadline. All plant materials required within for screening purposes shall be planted to completion within six months from date of issuance of a building permit unless otherwise approved by the city due to the time of the year or construction for a large project. In no case shall the period exceed six months from issuance of the certificate of occupancy. [ This was relocated from Subd F. Screening and buffering — it's a general requirement that should apply to all landscaping] D. Landscaping along freeway corridors. 1. Purpose. The provisions in this subparagraph are adopted in order to preserve, protect and enhance existing landscapes and landscaping #eaWegmiwa And is located along Interstate Highways 35E and 494 and T.H. 77 (Cedar Avenue). Delete — this also includes vegetation adjacent to freeway ROW. CODE REVISIONS 07/25/97 - Landscaping p. 3 2. Visual penetration areas. The requirements herein shall apply to those areas along the freeway system in the city where the visual penetration of the motorist extends beyond the right-of-way boundary as identified in the comprehensive guide plan. Need to reference the visual corridors map and include it in comp plan. 4.-3. Screening visual penetration areas. Within the visual corridors, as identified in the comprehensive guide plan, a planting screen of a mixture of overstory and understory coniferous and deciduous plant material shall be planted which shall provide a visual screen Add — `to achieve 75% opacity, year-round at maturity. Screening shall apply to all parking and storage areas." This planting shall be provided within the minimum 25 -fees 50 foot setback area required adjacent to freeway right-of-way. (Makes this consistent with Sea 11.10 Subd 60 4. Existing wooded i6m areas in visual corridors. Existing wooded areas designated in the comprehensive guide plan shall be preserved for a minimum of 50 feet adjacent and parallel to the freeway right-of-way. Beyond 50 feet, existing wooded areas shall be preserved, suFfaee,p-esPH-vatiee efflees;-vegetagee and -slepes-aFemet-.—in accordance with provisions of the Tree Preservation Ordinance (Subd 15.1) E. Irrigation system. 1. System required. (a) All landscape plans and implementation thereof required by this subdivision shall include an underground irrigation system in all zoning districts except. Single family (R-1), Agriculture (A), and Public facilities (P) as fellew-s i. Delete following — takes up too much space CODE REVISIONS 07/25/97 - Landscaping p. 4 3 (b) notFeqoired- Re -organize and revise as follows: (b) Exception. An underground irrigation system is not required if.• (i) the area to be landscaped is very large or reserved for future expansion; or (ii) the area is intended to be kept in its natural state. 2. System specification. All irrigation systems shall be fully automatic programmable systems, capable of alternate date watering. Each system shall be capable of achieving one inch of precipitation per week under an alternate day watering regime. The system shall provide head to head coverage with uniform levels of total precipitation throughout all irrigated areas and shall provide full and equal coverage onto public rights-of-way to the back of curb. Systems which extend beyond private property onto public rights- of-way shall be subject to approval by the city under chapter 7 of the City Code. The system shall meet state department of health standards and shall provide backflow preventers. All systems shall have a designated billing address. F. Screens and buffers. Definition and purpose. Screens and buffers we desigamed units -e€ consist of yards or open areas ;*he -e dir-Awlanse, planting, berming and fencing that help minimize adverse impacts of public nuisances, such as: noise, glare, aO-vibration, odors, or dust. kgs -Additional requirements may apply to certain uses and/or zoning districts. These additional requirements are listed CODE REVISIONS 07/25/97 - Landscaping P. 5 Q. (0 under the appropriate zoning district." [This is intended as a cross-reference, f lag.] 2. Screen amd buffer. requirements. [Separate screens and buffers] (a) All parking, loading, service, utility, and outdoor storage areas shall be screened from all public streets and adjacent differing land use by a combination of any of the following: e� berms, walls, fences, shrubs, deciduous overstory, understory or coniferous trees or hedge materials. [Buildings are not listed as an item required to be buffered or screened, and buildings may serve to screen or buffer the items listed above.] (b) The height and depth eft—he -sefeeffining shall be sensistent Screening fences or walls shall be constructed of attractive, permanent finished materials, compatible with those used in the construction of the principal structure. Such screens, including berms, shall be at least six feet (6) in height and provide a minimum opacity of seventy- five percent (75%). Screen fences and walls shall be maintained in a neat and structurally sound condition. Necessary repairs shall be made in a timely manner. (c) eparaity yeffi: ;-:A-wad- at . Planting screens shall consist of hardy plant materials, alone, or in combination with berms. Such screens shall be at least six feet (69 in height and shall be designed to provide a minimum year- round opacity of seventy-five percent (755yo) at maturity. Planting screens shall be maintained in a neat and healthful condition. Plantings which have died shall be promptly replaced (d) Exception to requirements. Screening requirements may be waived or modified by the city where the intent is otherwise satisfied by significant change in elevation, an existing screen, significant distance or similar circumstances. 3. Buffer requirements. (a) All lot boundary lines shall be bordered by buffers which shall not extend into or. be located within any portion of a street right-of-way. CODE REVISIONS 07/25/97 - Landscaping p. 6 (b) The depth of the buffer shall be consistent with the setback requirements, unless otherwise specified (c) Where a required drainage, utility or other easement is partially or wholly within a required buffer, the developer- shall alternative buffer shall be provided to eliminate or minimize plantings within the required easement. Sash design faW aeeessiWe shoes' This alternative may necessitate provision of a wider buffer area. 6 E3E£+Ept4B#4.to r-Eq$esrcrssenen. airisJ ha A Medified by the Gity wher-A the intent is [Delete — revise and relocate under screening requirements (d) above. Buffers are essentially setbacks and can't be waived w/o a variance. ] 4. bqo. TheprepeAmmer. e f-4;he,-�-060 [Delete — seems redundant since we've already established buffer and screening standards. Whoever is developing or obtaining a permit is responsible for providing the buffer or screening.] G. Trees on public property. Trees located within the public right-of-way (boulevard area) or public easement shall be planted and maintained in accordance with the provisions of chapter 7 of the City Code. CODE REVISIONS 07/25/97 - Landscaping p. 7 Subd. 16. I-1 limited industrial district. A. Purpose. The purpose of the I-1 limited industrial district is to provide for the establishment of a variety of warehousing, manufacturing and light industrial uses, including large volume truck oriented uses. The overall character of the industrial district is intended to allow industrial development but to assure that it is compatible with adjacent land uses through the application of additional lot requirements which will minimize any potential detrimental effects of a particular industrial use. B. Permitted uses. Within any I-1 district, no structure or land shall be used except for one or more of the following uses or uses deemed similar by the council: [Uses should be alphabetized] 1. , eF Assembly, processing, fabrication, packaging or manufacturing of a wide variety of products that produce no exterior noise, glare, fumes, obnoxious products, byproducts or wastes, or creates other objectionable impact on the environment. 2. Automobile major repair when conducted completely in an enclosed building. [Aren't automobile painting etc. major repair by definition?] 3. Ice, cold storage plants, bottling works. 4. Offices. 5. Machine and welding shops. 6. wed . [Delete —processing or packaging of paper products would fall under the revised #l.] 7. Tennis club, skating, theater, bowling alley or similar indoor commercial recreation. 8. Radio ad, television and movie productions studios. 9. Restaurants, class I only. 10. Research laboratories. CODE REVISIONS 07/25/97 (Industria] district p. 1) 11. Trade school. 12. Warehousing and wholesaling and related sales or showrooms. 13. Reserved. 14. Armories or convention hall. 15. Animal hospital or clinic (with no outside kennel). 16. Amusement devices, not to exceed three machines at one licensed location,, and which shall not be located within 200 feet of another licensed location. For this purpose the outside wall of each licensed location shall be used in the measurement of the distance between locations. 17. Public athletic complexes. 18. Mini -warehouse storage facilities. 19. Churches, in multi -tenant buildings. [Delete this section. There are no standards listed, therefore it seems pointless. Rather, develop standards under "Additional Lot Requirements" which could cover I-1, I-2, RD and BPI C. Conditional uses. Within the I -I district, no structure or land shall be used for the following uses or uses deemed similar by the council except through the granting of a conditional use permit: [Alphabetizel 1. Reserved. 2. Truck and freight terminals. 3. Contractors' yards. CODE REVISIONS 07/25/97 (Industrial district p. 2) 4. , Fi . Manufacture, storage or utilization of explosives. [Reworded] 5. Outdoor storage, and then only conducted by an occupant of the principal building, subject to section 11.10, subdivision 29. 6. Sales yards for building materials, and then only conducted by an occupant of the principal building, subject to section 11.10, subdivision 29. [Reworded Note: reference may change due to changes in 11.10 sub.291 7. Sales, leasing, and/or service for trucks or passenger cars when conducted as a principal use. [Question. Should sales or service be allowed as a permitted accessory use when serving only principal use?] 8. Rees- [Delete - How is this different from an open sales lot, or outdoor storage or display? Neither "rental lot" nor "open sales lot" is defined] 9. Dog kennels with outside pens and subject to section 6.38 of the City Code. 10. Car or truck wash when conducted as a principal use. [Question: Should a single wash bay be allowed as a permitted accessory use if only serving principal use?] 11. Truckstops. 12. Motor fuel sales providing bulk or large quantities primarily to industrial or trucking uses. [Question: Should convenience store./motor fuel sales catering to passenger vehicles be considered a permitted use?] 13. Amusement devices exceeding three machines at one licensed location or to be located within 500 feet of any other licensed location. 14. On -sale wine and 3.2 beer. [On sale liquor is not defined in zoning ordinance, maybe it is in Ch. 6 for licensing.—How does CUPfit in with licensing requirements?] 15. Off-street parking and outdoor storage, subject to section 11.10, subdivision 12.1. CODE REVISIONS 07/25/97 (Industrial district p. 3) lb. Freestanding tower or wind energy conversion system, subject to the regulations thereof in this Code. D. Permitted Accessory Uses. Within any M district, the following uses shall be permitted when conducted as accessory to the principal use on the property. 1. Building mounted antenna or satellite dish, subject to the regulations thereof in this Code. 2. Sales, leasing, or service of trucks or passenger cars when serving only the principal us4 [Add??] 3. Car or truck wash consisting of a single wash bay, when serving only the principle use. [Add??] D. Additional lot requirements. [Delete and replace this section with separate section on additional lot requirements for I-1, I-2, RD, BP— i.e. Subd 191 1. Not more than 35 percent of the lot area shall be occupied by building(s). [Delete — relocate to subd 20 table] law; 4;A;; s3waa A;: Meie then AQ41; feet, r*841 be ever'sed and 200 feat AfRAid di'44r, .-[Delete — accomplish intent with specific setback and screening standards] 3.2. Whenever an I-1 district [Add. I-2, RD and BP?J is across the street from property guided for Residential, Agricultural, or Public facilities land uses, A buffer yard/setback with a minimum depth of 50 feet shall be maintained adjacent to the street The buffer yard shall provide screening of all parking, loading and outside storage areas. Screening may consist of landscaping, berms, fencing and walls. The height and depth of the screening shall be consistent with the height of the items to be screened At the time of installation, screening shall provide a minimum of seventy-five percent (75%) opacity. CODE REVISIONS 07/25/97 (Industrial district p. 4) S:;� 4.-3. Loading docks, truck parking, or open storage shall not be permitted on the side of a building facing an agricultural, residential or public facilities district. [Note: This is redundant with Subd 14 Off-street loading] Subd. 17. I-2 general industrial district. A. Purpose. The purpose of the I-2 general industrial district is to provide for the establishment of heavier industrial uses that, because of the nature of the product or character of operation, require separation from or special protections for non -industrial uses. B. Permitted uses. Within any I-2 district, no structure or land shall be used except for one or more of the following uses or uses deemed similar by the council: 1. Any use peffaiaed listed as a permitted use in the I-1 district. [Delete — not all I-] conditional uses should be allowed outright in I-2 either. Add selected uses to list of permitted I-2 uses (see below). Include other uses in I-2 as conditional uses.] 2. Any use listed as a conditional use in the I-1 district, except. • Manufacture, storage or utilization of explosives • Off-street parking and outdoor storage subject to section 11.10 subdivision 12.1 3. The manufacturing, compounding, assembly, packaging, treatment or storage of the following products or materials: brewing; cement; concrete; stone cutting; brick; glass; batteries (wet cell); ceramic products; mill working; metal polishing and plating; paint (pigment manufacturing); vinegar works; rubber products; plastics; meat packing; flour, feed or grain milling; coal or tar asphalt distillation; rendering works; distillation of bones; sawmill; lime; gypsum; plaster of Paris; glue; size; cloth; and similar uses. 4. Crude oil, gasoline or other liquid storage tanks. C. Conditional uses. Within the I-2 district, no structure or land shall be used for the following uses or uses deemed similar by the council except by conditional use permit: Refining of crude oil. CODE REVISIONS 07/25/97 (Industrial district p. 5) S--�s 2. Commercial stockyard, auction sales or slaughtering of animals. 3. Creosote plant. 4. Acid manufacture. 5. ,64 e -AW -31-d- d-se-effW9 so by Manufacture, storage or utilization of explosives [Reworded] 6. Refuse or garbage disposal. 7. PcifigelnFum Q;A44 [Delete? What is this? Who checks?] 8. Auto wrecking, junkyard, used auto parts (open storage) and similar uses. 9. Incineration or reduction of waste material other than customarily incidental to a principal use. 10. Manufacture and/or storage of poison, fertilizer, fuel briquettes. 11. Kilns, or other heat processes fired by means- other than electricity. 12. , storage or. . [Delete — covered by #S above] 13. , Off-street parking and outdoor storage subject to section 11.10 subdivision 12.1. [Reworded] Add section? C. Permitted Accessory Uses. Within any 1-2 district, the following uses shall be permitted when conducted as accessory to the principle use on the property: 1. All uses listed as permitted accessory uses in the I-1 district. 4,7,7:+i9mt 1 9;requ*ememM. U -Me ..d.7:tion-,1 let -s s«+.. fie-. i„,1„st iel (4 1, subdil.4sien s fes(4 2). [Delete —per Subd 16D above; replace this section with separate section on additional lot requirements pertaining to I-1, I- 2, RD, and BP] Subd. 18. R -D research and development district. CODE REVISIONS 07/25/97 (Industrial district p. 6) A. Purpose. The purpose of Ais subthe RD district is to create -a use provide for professional research and development and limited industrial structures and operations. The development standards for this district are intended to establish and maintain high quality site planning, architecture, signage and landscape design so as to be compatible with and protect the full use, benefit, and enjoyment of vhek: b-eMea surrounding residential property. It is not the purpose of this subdivision to permit ordinary and usual types of industrial structures and operations which more appropriately qualify only under the foregoing industrial classifications. B. Use. No land so classified shall be used or occupied for any purpose other than as hereinafter provided or uses deemed similar by the council. C. Permitted uses. [Combine with B.] 1. Research and development laboratories. 2. General offices. 3. Light manufacturing and processing of a type producing negligible smoke, dust, odor, fumes or noise when conducted in conjunction with items 1 or 2 hereinabove and compatible with subparagraph A above. 4. Agriculture. 5. Any combination of items 1 and 2 above. D. Permitted accessory uses. 1. Recreational areas and similar uses for the primary benefit of employees. 2. Guesthouses owned and maintained in conjunction with permitted uses. The Addisieffsl let :eq immentn far. industdal [Delete - Instead, accomplish via revised Subd. 19 and revised table.] CODE REVISIONS 07/25/47 (Industrial district p. 7) Subd. 19. Additional Standards and Requirements. The following requirements are in addition to those in subdivisions 16, 17, 18 and 20 of this section for industrial districts (I-1, I-2, and RD, and BP).. Where there is a conflict, those requirements under this subdivision shall prevail: [Relocate to place after Subd 20. Minimum standards table] A. Setbacks. [All of these apply to all zoning districts, therefore, put under Sec. 11.10 general lot provisions; except #3 — deleted' I. Front setbacks --Prevailing. Where adjoining structures existing at the time of the effective date of this chapter have a different setback from that required, the front setback of a new structure shall conform to the prevailing setback in the immediate vicinity. The chief building official shall determine the necessary front yard setback in such cases. [Put under Sea 11.10 General Provisions, Subd 4 Lot Provisions] 2. Side and rear setbacks --Party walls. Buildings may be excluded from side and rear setback requirements if parry walls are used and if the adjacent buildings are constructed as an integral structure. This shall not permit structures closer to residential districts, however, than required under this chapter. [Put under Sea 11.10 General Provisions, Subd 4 Lot Provisions] 3. designated f—io-at F1410 and As let lims A;; mid Ride bounded by pafa4e! the let [Delete. Front yard should be area between front lot line and building. Front lot line is already defined in code and should not be subject to determination by applicant] B. Height. Buildings or structures in excess of the maximum height limitations imposed by subdivision 20 of this section may be allowed as conditional uses subject to the following seaditiens,- standards: 1. The height of buildings or structures in commercial and industrial districts shall be as approved by the city except as regulated in air traffic corridors. [Reword? `Buildings in air traffic corridors, as defined in comp plan, shall be subject to additional height restrictions per air traffic corridor regulations. "] 2. The front building setback shall not be less than three-fourths of the height of the building or structure. The rear and side setbacks shall not be less than one-half of the height of the building. CODE REVISIONS 07/25/97 (Industrial district p. 8) [Delete? Somewhat redundant with #3. Also inconsistent with existing or proposed setback requirements. (Le.) half the allowed 40' building height is 20'.. but min. required rear setback is 30' in I-Ij 3. The maximum required gr-eea wea setback for tie -buildings or structures over three stories shall be 60 feet on the front and 24 30 feet on the side and rear yards. The peen afea setback shall be increased from the preseat green afea standard setback requirements ' by five feet per story on the front, side and rear yards until the maximum required gfeen e&ea setback has been obtained. 4. In BP districts, building heights up to 80 feet may be permitted subject to air traffic corridor regulations and a one foot increase in setback for each additional foot of building height over the maximum allowed height up to a maximum setback of 60 feet. 5. A permitA building or structure in excess of the semnal• permitted maximum height limitations shall not be allowed if the building er. stpaetwe it is located less than 300 feet from a single- family residential district as measured from the nearest point of such building or structure to the nearest point of the residential district. 6. Special review and consideration will be given to proposed buildings or structures that take advantage of significant topographical changes in elevations that would minimize the impact of the structure's top floor elevation in relation to single- family residential dwellings in the area. sob N'sen-44- agreemeFA, [Delete — what is this for? Do we have such an agreement?] C. Parking bW!diffg 8-f- St -R-1 r-, t-4 -Ir- -0 iffl-ffdff t9 PFOAA-d-0- 1 -MA -09 and adequme &e I. pr-etestiea. [Delete - This is strange. We allow parking on the front side of a building. Shouldn'tfire lane provisions be standard for all districts?] 2. CODE REVISIONS 07/25/97 (Industrial district p. 9) 's [Delete — this doesn't seem to make much sense.] 3. [Idea —reference section of code regarding planting islands in parking lots. Also reference standard parking regs in Sec. 11.10 Subd 12. e.g. "Parking standards and requirements Off-street parking shall be provided in accordance with the requirements of Section 11.10, Subd 12 and Subd 15. "] 4. Loading docks, truck parking, or open storage shall not be permitted on the side of a building facing an agricultural, residential or public facilities district [or land use designation?], or a public righ"f--way per Sec. 11.20, Subd 14. D. Screening and landscaping requirements. Screening and landscaping of development shall be provided in accordance with the requirements of section 11.10, subdivision 15, with the following additional requirements: 1. [Delete entire paragraph ? This describes standard parking setbacks. The general parking lot screening standards (Sec. 11.10, Subd 15) are proposed to be referenced under item C3 above.] 1. Whenever an 1-11-2, RD or BP district is across the street from property guided for residential land uses, or directly abutting property zoned P (Public Facilities) adjaeeH4 48 the s#ee4 -shall he hmaseaped and have F1 Minimum e a buffer yard/setback with a minimum depth of 50 feet shall be maintained adjacent to the street. The buffer yard shall provide screening of all parking, loading and outside storage areas. Screening may consist of landscaping, berms, fencing and walls. The height and depth of the screening shall be consistent with the height of the items to be screened At the time of installation, screening shall provide a minimum seventy- five percent (75%) opacity. 2. Whenever and 1-1 or I-2 district is directly abutting property guided for residential land uses, a buffer yardlsetback with a minimum depth of 100 feet shall be maintained The buffer yard shall provide screening of all parking, loading and outside CODE REVISIONS 07/25/97 (Industrial district p. 10) storage areas. Screening may consist of landscaping, berms, fencing and walls. The height and depth of the screening shall be consistent with the height of the items to be screened At the time of installation, screening shall provide a minimum seventy- five percent (75%) opacity. 3. In the RD and BP districts, ground level view of all mechanical utilities shall be completely screened from contiguous properties and adjacent streets. 4. In the RD and BP districts, a minimum three-foot high solid screen, consisting of plantings, berms, and/or decorative walls shall be provided within the required setback where off-street parking areas abut a public right-of-way or property with a different zoning or land use designation. E. Signage provisions. Signage shall be provided in accordance with the requirements of section 4.20 with the following additional requirements: [These were transferred from the BP district and amended to include RD] Building facade signage on multi -tenant buildings shall be evenly distributed between all tenants. 2. In multi -lot developments, the design and placement of monument and directional signs shall be coordinated through an overall signage plan. 3. In the RD and BP districts, no pylon or roof signs shall be allowed. 4. In the RD and BP districts, building facade signage shall be limited to ten percent of the facade area. I. Building and structure design standards. Development shall be subject to the Sec. 11. 10, Subd. 30 with the following additional standards: [These were transferred from the BP district and slightly amended] 1. Building materials. In the RD and BP districts, major exterior surfaces of all primary structures shall be constructed of face brick, stone, glass, stucco, synthetic stucco, architectural concrete, cast in place or precast panels, or decorative block. Up to 15 percent of any wall surface may be constructed of wood, vinyl, or metal, as accent materials, provided they are appropriately integrated into the overall building design. No exterior surfaces shall be constructed of sheet aluminum, asbestos, iron, steel, plain concrete CODE REVISIONS 07/25/97 (Industrial district p. 11) S7 block or corrugated aluminum. Roofs, except flat roofs, shall be constructed of commercial grade asphalt shingles, wood shingles, standing seam metal, slate, tile, or copper. 2. Accessory structures. Accessory structures, either attached or detached from the primary structure, shall be constructed of identical materials, style, quality and appearance as the principal structure. 3. , Canopies and awnings. The design of canopies shall be in keeping with the overall building design in terms of location, size (scale), and color. No canopies with visible wall hangers shall be permitted. Signage on canopies may be substituted for allowed building signage and shall be limited to 25 percent of the canopy area. Internally illuminated canopies must be compatible with the overall color scheme of the building. The area of illumination shall be considered signage. 4. Loading docks and areas. Off-street loading areas must conform to the requirements of section 11. 10, subdivision 14, with the following additional requirements: [Relocate; make separate sub- heading] (a) In RD and BP districts, loading docks and maneuvering areas shall be solidly screened from all streets and adjacent properties. (b) Loading dock doors, railings and other appurtenances shall be compatible with the overall color scheme of the primary structure. S. Outside storage. Outside storage shall be allowed in accordance with the requirements of Sec. 11. 10, Subd. 29 with the following additional requirements: [Relocate; make separate sub -heading] (a) In the BP district, outside storage shall not be allowed. Long- term outdoor parking or storage of commercial tractors and trailers is also prohibited. (b) Trash, recyclable materials, and associated handling equipment shall be stored within the principal structure or in an accessory structure, attached or separate from the primary structure, constructed of building materials compatible with the principal structure. CODE REVISIONS 07/25/97 (Industrial district p. 126 0 Subd. 20. Minimum requirements for lot area, width, frontage, height, yards, ground floor area for R -D and I districts. [Reorganize and add info. to table — see following. Also, relocate to put before "Subd 19. Additional standards and requirements' J Symbol Use Lot Lot Setback Side Abuttin Rear Height District Area Width from Yard g Yard Limitati Public Setback A, R or Setback ons Street P (See District sec. (Any 11.10, Yard) subd. 6C) R -D Researc 40 acres 300 feet 60 feet 49 feet 400 feet 49 feet 45 feet h and develop ment I-1 Limited 1/2 acre 100 feet 40 feet 20 feet 490 feet 39 feet 49 -feet industri al I-2 General 1 acre 200 feet 40 feet 20 feet 499 feet 39_feet 40 feet For R -D district, the minimum required 40 -acre lot shall only pertain to the initial planning and rezoning and shall not preclude the subsequent subdivision of an area into small lots for development in accordance with plans for the overall area initially rezoned. CODE REVISIONS 07/25/97 (Industrial district p. 13) Replace table above with the following reworked table: « For R -D district, the minimum required 40 -acre lot shall only pertain to the initial planning and rezoning and shall not preclude the subsequent subdivision of an area into small lots for development in accordance with plans for the overall area initially rezoned. 1I ate: Additional lot requirements are outlined in Sub& 191 Subd. 21. Floodplain districts. Floodplain districts may be established under normal procedures for zoning property established by this chapter. Floodplain district zoning shall pertain to those areas of the city subject to periodic flooding. Floodplain CODE REVISIONS 07/25/97 (Industrial district p. 14 RD Research & BP Business I-1 Limited I-2 General Development Park Industrial Industrial Lot Area 40 acres *- 1.5 acres '/Z acre 1 acre Lot Width 300 feet 100 feet 100 feet 200 feet Building Setback from public 40 feet 40 feet 40 feet 40 feet street (see also Sec. 11.20, subd. 6C) Building Setback — side - 20 feet 20 feet 20 feet 20 feet Building Setback — rear 20 feet 20 feet 20 feet 20 feet Parking Setback 20 feet 20 feet 20 feet 20 feet from public street Parking Setback — side 5 feet 5 feet 5 feet 5 feet Parking Setback — rear 5 feet 5 feet 5 feet 5 feet Building, parking and 50 feet 50 feet 100 feet 100 feet outdoor storage setback adjacent to properties guided for residential use (when properties directly abut each other ) Building and outdoor storage 50 feet 50 feet 50 feet 50 feet setback adjacent to properties guided for residential or public use, or when directly abutting property zoned P, Public Facilities, (when properties are separated by a street) Building Height 45 feet 45 feet 40 feet 40 feet Building Coverage 20% 40% 35% 35% (% of total lot area) « For R -D district, the minimum required 40 -acre lot shall only pertain to the initial planning and rezoning and shall not preclude the subsequent subdivision of an area into small lots for development in accordance with plans for the overall area initially rezoned. 1I ate: Additional lot requirements are outlined in Sub& 191 Subd. 21. Floodplain districts. Floodplain districts may be established under normal procedures for zoning property established by this chapter. Floodplain district zoning shall pertain to those areas of the city subject to periodic flooding. Floodplain CODE REVISIONS 07/25/97 (Industrial district p. 14 districts shall be a zoning in addition to the base zoning district. Where a conflict may arise between the requirements of the base zone or the overlying floodplain zoning, the requirements or regulations related to floodplain zoning shall prevail. Floodplain district regulations shall be established by a separate section of this chapter. Subd. 22. BP business park district. [Relocate; integrate with other industrial districts] A. P"e4pt4em- Purpose. The business park BP district is intended to accommodate development of low intensity office, light industrial and supporting commercial service uses that may be suitable in relative close proximity to nonindustrial development. More intensive industrial uses which require outdoor storage and high truck traffic are excluded. The performance standards for this district are intended to establish and maintain high quality site planning, architecture, signage and landscape design to create an attractive and unified development character. B. Permitted uses. Within any BP district, no structure or land shall be used except for one or more of the following uses or uses deemed similar by the council: 1. Financial institutions and banks (without drive-through). 2. Office and office buildings. 3. Office/warehouses and office/showrooms. 4. Processing, packaging, cleaning, storage, assembling, servicing, repair or testing of materials, goods or products, when wholly contained within a building and which meet and maintain all applicable standards established by the state. 5. Public utility uses. 6. Research laboratories, when wholly contained within a building and which meet and maintain all applicable standards established by the state. 7. Technical, vocational and business schools. C. Conditional uses. Within the BP district, no structure or land shall be used for the following uses or uses deemed similar by the council except through the granting of a conditional use permit: Day care facilities. CODE REVISIONS 07/25/97 (Industrial district p. 15) 2. Financial institutions and banks with drive-through facilities. 3. Health care facilities. 4. Health and fitness clubs. 5. Hotels and motels. 6. Off-street parking and loading as regulated in section 11. 10, subdivision 12.1, herein. 7. Restaurants (class I). D. Permitted accessory uses. Within the BP district, the following uses shall be permitted when incidental to and clearly subordinate to the permitted principal use: 1. Coffeeshops and cafeterias located within the principal structure. 2. Garage or similar structure to store vehicles and equipment. 3. Parking and loading as regulated herein. 4. Retail sales of products manufactured, warehoused or distributed on the premises where the retail floor area does not exceed 15 percent of the gross floor area or 3,000 square feet, whichever is less, of the building in which the sales area is located. E. Area standards and requirements. [Delete- These are proposed to be included in the area standards revised table.] 1. Minimum lot area, 1.5 acres (65,340 square feet). 2. Minimum lot width, 100 feet. 3. Minimum setbacks for principal buildings: (a) Front, 40 feet (100 feet). Abutting minor arterial, highway or interstate, 50 feet. (b) Side, 20 feet (100 feet). Abutting minor arterial, highway or interstate, 40--50 feet (per section 11. 10, subdivision 6). CODE REVISIONS 07/25/97 (Industrial district p. 16) (c) Rear, 30 feet (100 feet). Abutting minor arterial, highway or interstate 40--50 feet (per section 11. 10, subdivision 6). Note: Setbacks in parentheses apply adjacent to R, P, and PF districts. 4. Minimum parking setbacks: (a) Front, 20 feet (40 feet). (b) Side, five feet (20 feet); 20 feet abutting public right-of- way. (c) Rear, five feet (20 feet); 20 feet abutting public right-of- way. Note: Setbacks in parentheses apply adjacent to R, P, and PF districts. 5. Maximum building coverage, 40 percent of total lot area. 6. Maximum building height, 45 feet; building heights up to 80 feet may be permitted, subject to air traffic corridor regulations and a one -foot increase in setback for each addition foot of building height. F. Parking standards and requirements. Off-street parking for the BP district shall be provided in accordance with the requirements of section 11. 10, subdivision 12. [Relocated under Additional Lot Requirements.] G. Screening and landscaping requirements. Screening and landscaping of development within the BP district shall be provided in accordance with the requirements of section 11. 10, subdivision 15, with the following additional requirements: [Relocated under Additional Lot Requirements] 1. Ground level view of all mechanical utilities shall be completely screened from contiguous properties and adjacent streets. 2. A minimum three -foot -high solid screen, consisting of plantings, berms, and/or decorative walls shall be provided within the required setback where off-street parking areas abut a public right- of-way or property with a different zoning or land use designation. CODE REVISIONS 07/25/97 (Industrial district p. I7) H. Signage provisions. Signage within the BP district shall be provided in accordance with the requirements of section 4.20 with the following additional requirements: Relocate under Additional Lot Requirements No pylon or roof signs shall be allowed. 2. Building facade signage shall be limited to ten percent of the facade area. 3. Building facade signage on multitenant buildings shall be evenly distributed between all tenants. 4. In multilot developments, the design and placement of monument and directional signs shall be coordinated through an overall signage plan. I. Performance standards. [Change to "Building and structure design standards"] Development within the BP district shall be subject to the following performance standards: [Relocate under Additional Lot Requirements] 1. Building materials. Major exterior surfaces of all primary structures shall be constructed of face brick, stone, glass, stucco, synthetic stucco, architectural concrete, cast in place or precast panels, or decorative block. Up to 15 percent of any wall surface may be constructed of wood, vinyl, or metal, as accent materials, provided they are appropriately integrated into the overall building design. No exterior surfaces shall be constructed of sheet aluminum, asbestos, iron, steel, plain concrete block or corrugated aluminum. Roofs, except flat roofs, shall be constructed of commercial grade asphalt shingles, wood shingles, standing seam metal, slate, tile, or copper. 2. Accessory structures. Accessory structures, either attached or detached from the primary structure, shall be constructed of identical materials, style, quality and appearance as the principal structure. 3. Canopies and awnings. The design of canopies shall be in keeping with the overall building design in terms of location, size (scale), and color. No canopies with visible wall hangers shall be permitted. Signage on canopies may be substituted for allowed building signage and shall be limited to 25 percent of the canopy area. Internally illuminated canopies must be compatible with the overall color scheme of the building. The area of illumination shall be considered signage. CODE REVISIONS 07/25/97 (Industrial district p. 18) 4. Loading docks and areas. Off-street loading areas must conform to the requirements of section 11. 10, subdivision 14, with the following additional requirements: (a) Loading docks and maneuvering areas shall be solidly screened from all streets and adjacent properties. (b) Loading dock doors, railings and other appurtenances shall be compatible with the overall color scheme of the primary structure. 5. Outside storage. Outside storage shall not be allowed. Longterm outdoor parking or storage of commercial tractors and trailers is also prohibited. Trash, recyclable materials, and associated handling equipment shall be stored within the principal structure or in an accessory structure, attached or separate from the primary structure, constructed of building materials compatible with the principal structure. CODE REVISIONS 0725/97 (Industrial district p. 19) 6 MEMO city of eagan TO: Tom Hedges, City Administrator FROM: Lisa Freese, Senior Planner DATE: July 24, 1997 SUBJECT: Comprehensive Plan Work Program Update Ciry Council Direction At the May 19" City Council workshop, staff provided background regarding the state mandated Comprehensive Plan update. Information from staff, which was discussed at the meeting, included the required timeline and the general status of the City's existing plan elements. Staff reviewed the need for updating the land use inventory, land use plan, housing, transportation, parks and utility system elements. Also several amendments and policies adopted by the.City Council since the 1988 update will need to be incorporated. The approach to the update and who the participants in the process should be; were discussed at the workshop. At that workshop the Council provided several directives to staff. Thework program was revised to reflect those priorities. The Council decided that a comprehensive goals setting process which included a community visioning process was not necessary for this update. It would be more appropriate to seek community input through community meetings after the APC and the Council have focused in on the issues. The Council also expressed a desire for the Advisory Planning Commission to take a leadership role on the plan update rather than establishing a separate ad hoc committee to work on the update. Other advisory commission should be brought into the update process as necessary. The Council summarized their objectives for reviewing the plan as follows: 1) the update should be used as an opportunity to review, clean up and fine tune the land use map and zoning inconsistencies; 2) to address system statements (i.e., transportation, parks, and utilities) on an as needed basis; and 3) to determine how all undeveloped land should be guided in the future. The Council also emphasized that the D -H land use study should be the first priority in the plan update work program. Revised Work Pro ram Staff discussed the City Council's direction with the APC, at their May 20th workshop. The APC supported the Council objectives for reviewing the plan. In further refining the work program, the APC decided that the focus of the D -H study should be broadened to take a look at the City's entire residential land supply and development patterns. Since D -II land comprises Me most of the City's available land supply, the APC felt that it would be more efficient and comprehensive to look at the residential land use inventory and plan at the same time. It is anticipated that this preliminary work on the residential land use supply will be complete in September. After the residential land use study is complete, the APC will look at the other general land use categories as follows: industrial, commercial and public. In order to stay on track with the revision of other necessary elements of the plan, especially transportation and sewers, staff estimates that the preliminary land use plan should be completed in March 1998. The APC decided to incorporate review of the existing goals and policies from the 1984 plan as amended into their work program. The APC feels that it is important that the Commission and City Council revisit these goals and/or policies because in their initial review they noted that many goals and/or policies have been achieved or do not reflect more recent policies or decisions of the City. The APC decided to establish a subcommittee to expedite the review of the goals and policies. The charge of the subcommittee is 1) to review the goals and policies; 2) to eliminate redundancies and outmoded goals/policies; 3) to reorganize them to make them easier to find; and 4) to identify areas where new goals/policies should be developed. The APC decided that this review should be done as the first step in the evaluation of each general category in the land use plan. Commissioners Segal and Bakken have been appointed by the APC to the subcommittee. with Commissioner Frank serving as an alternate. The subcommittee met with staff three times during June and July to revise the residential goals and policies. Their work to -date is included with this memo. The full APC has not had enough time on their agenda to fully discuss the committee's work, but felt it would be appropriate for the Council to review and provide direction to them at the joint workshop on July 29th. Two versions are attached: Exhibit A) the unabridged version the existing plans, amendments , etc. redlined to show redundancies, out-of- date items and achieved or completed goals/policies; and Exhibit B) the streamlined subcommittee and reorganized Residential Goals/Policies. Citv Council/APC Joint Meeting The APC will continue to make this a number one priority of their workshop agendas during the next year. The have expressed a desire to meet with the Council on a regular basis to receive direction regarding the plan. It would seem appropriate to have a meeting with the Council after some preliminary work has been done by the APC regarding the goals, vacant land inventory, the land use plan guidelines/criteria and preliminary issue identification. A second meeting should occur after the APC has synthesized the direction from the first meeting. This requires a joint meeting scheduled approximately every 6 weeks. Exhibit A Draft Residential Goals -APC Subcommittee (Attached) Exhibit B Red -line Goals/Policies (incorporates 1984 Plan, 1988 Update, Lone Oak and McKee Amendment (Attached) Exhibit C Work Program (Under separate cover) 6 5 EXHIBIT A PROPOSED RESIDENTIAL GOALS AND POLICIES Housing Balance (Need to do introductory statement) GOALS 1. To develop a well-balanced community with a diverse housing supply, including ownership and rental housing, that serves people at all income levels, family structures, and stages of the life cycle. 2. To cooperate in providing the City's "fair share" of housing to serve persons of low and moderate .incomes at scattered locations throughout the community. POLICIES A.A. Tvae 1. The City will strive to provide a diverse mix of housing types and values in all areas of the community to accommodate the housing needs -of persons of all incomes and all stages of life. 2. The City will strive to achieve the numerical goals stated in the City's Housing Goals Agreement enacted in response to the Metropolitan Livable Communities Act through active participation in the Dakota County cluster. The City encourages the Metropolitan Council to further evaluate their benchmark numerical goals to ensure that they are achieveable. 3. The City will continue to re-evaluate the numerical goals in the City's Housing Goals Agreement on a continuing basis to determine their appropriateness. 4. The City will not discriminate against any person in the purchase, sale, rental, and location of housing. 5. The City recognizes the need to provide sufficient detached housing throughout the community, and therefore encourages development of additional detached housing units. 6. So long as the City significantly exceeds its metropolitan averages for percent of rental housing and attached multi -family housing, the City will not actively encourage additional multi -family rental development. B. Density The City will support higher density residential development only in areas that are adequately served by municipal services, including utilities, roadways, transit, parks, and schools. DRAFT 07/17/97 3 2. The City will support higher density residential development only where environmental conditions can accommodate additional density and such development will enable natural resources to be better protected. 3. The City will encourage development of additional lower density, detached housing units to ensure sufficient balance of housing density throughout the community. C. Affordability The City will strive to provide an adequate supply of affordable, ownership housing opportunities for people of all income levels. 2. The City will encourage retention of its existing supply of affordable ownership housing through continued support of programs such as the HRA housing rehabilitation, FAA sound insulation programs, and by improving access to financing for individuals/families interested in purchasing these homes. 3. The City may consider a reduction in the more rigid density and setback requirements set forth in the Zoning Ordinance in order to promote the development of affordable detached housing. This will be considered on an individual project basis and accomplished through a specific plan approved by the City. 4. The City will only support affordable housing programs which do not create large concentrations of low and moderate income housing in any one location. 5. The City will work with and support efforts of the Dakota County Housing and Redevelopment Authority, and other housing agencies, in promoting and administrating programs which will meet the demonstrated housing needs of low and moderate income persons throughout the community. 6. The City will explore opportunities to preserve and enhance the quality and affordability of its existing rental housing supply through CDBG, County HRA, and MHFA funding sources. Quality of Life (Need to do introductory statement) GoALs 1. To maintain and enhance the quality of housing and preserve residential land values. 2. To ensure a community of well-maintained and safe housing and neighborhoods. DRAFT 07/17/97 3. To provide for appropriate recreational, educational, health and other supportive services for all residents. 4. To coordinate residential development with other surrounding land uses and ensure the provision of adequate municipal services. 5. To preserve and enhance the natural environment. POLICIES A. Services 1. New development will be required to provide municipal services, such as sewer, water, and sufficient roadway access. 2. The City acknowledges that some unique situations exist where municipal services cannot be provided in an economical and environmentally sensitive manner, and therefore may allow exceptions to the standard requirements for provision of certain services. 3. When municipal services are extended to areas not previously served, property owners in the area will be required to connect to municipal services. 4. Where feasible, the City will provide safe and well maintained pedestrian and bicycle connections to link residential neighborhoods with shopping, work places, parks, schools, and other destinations throughout the community. B. Amenities 1. The City will encourage quality residential development through its requirements for proper landscaping, maintenance of landscaped areas, development of compatible architecture and other amenities. 2. The City will encourage the preservation or provision of amenities such as lakes, parks, vegetation and similar features in residential developments. C. Resource Protection The City will support the preservation and maintenance of significant woodlands, wetlands and other natural features within all developments in order to maintain a high quality living environment within the City. 2. The City will review preliminary residential subdivision proposals and corresponding drainage, grading, utility and similar plans to ensure that the existing environment is properly protected and preserved. 3. The City will work with developers to modify engineering standards where appropriate to ensure adequate protection of natural resources. DRAFT 07/17/97 D. Maintenance and Proj2ertv Value The City will consider implementation of a housing maintenance program to ensure the housing stock is maintained in a safe and sound condition that contributes to the continued value of the property and its surroundings. 2. The City will explore rental housing rehabilitation program options with the Dakota County HRA. 3. The City will review zoning standards periodically to ensure that they promote development or redevelopment that protects housing values. 4. The City will continue to monitor residential development trends and housing values. E. Airport Noise 1. Any additions, modifications or replacements of existing homes within the Metropolitan Council Noise Zones shall use noise abatement designs and construction techniques to achieve an inside noise attenuation level equal to or greater than that of the existing home. If a home has not been sound insulated under the Part 150 Program, additions and modifications must achieve at least a three decibel reduction of indoor noise level. Any replacements must conform with the Metropolitan Council Builders Guide for Noise Attenuation. 2. The City will generally discourage new residential development in the Metropolitan Council Noise Zones depicted in Figure x [Put under new Aviation/Land Use section?] 3. The City will consider in -fill residential development within the Metropolitan Council Noise Zones on a case-by-case basis. Where such in -fill development is permitted, it will only occur under appropriate requirements respecting aircraft noise, including sound attenuating construction techniques and buyer notification of the noise environment. [Put under new Aviation/Land Use section?] Redevelopment (Need to do introductory statement) GOALS To ensure redevelopment is compatible with (does not detract from?) existing surrounding uses. 2. To ensure redevelopment occurs in an orderly manner and is coordinated with surrounding land uses. DRAFT 07/17/97 POLICIES 1. To ensure the stability and viability of existing older residential neighborhoods, the City will only support redevelopment plans that utilize a comprehensive approach to development and prevent the isolation of small residual areas of homes among non-residential uses. 2. The City will re-evaluate the location and quantity of existing land uses, on a continuing basis, to determine their appropriateness. If necessary, the City will consider amending it's Land Use Plan and Map to reflect more appropriate land uses. 3. The City will support redevelopment proposals that ensure compatibility with surrounding existing land uses through the provision of adequate services, buffering and amenities. 4. The City will foster [cultivate?] relationships with local real estate professionals to promote Eagan. [The City will cooperate with and support efforts by the local real estate profession to promote Eagan.] Special Study Areas (Need to do introductory statement — The following policies were extracted from adopted plan amendment and only include those relative to residential development. It is intended that reference will be made tc the full set of policies outlined in the adopted plan amendments.) A. LONE OAK AREA Policies 1. In reviewing development plans for the western portion of the study area, the City shall insure that adequate buffering between incompatible land uses is provided through proper site design and landscaping. Any necessary physical buffering would be installed with the initial development. 2. The City will not support any revisions to the Rural Residential land use designation in the Lone Oak area until there is a strong indication of market support for urban scale non-residential development. 3. The transition from the Rural Residential to urban non-residential land uses in the Lone Oak area should not occur in a haphazard incremental manner that would result in creating isolated Rural Residential pockets. Development in increments in the range of 10-20 acres proceeding from the western urbanized end eastward will be preferred over smaller, scattered incremental developments. DRAFT 07/17/97 4. Neither the availability of utilities to the area or development on either of the western or eastern areas would warrant a change from the Rural Residential designation on the middle area. B. CENTRAL AREA Policies 5. The design of the residential component should be compatible with the design of the commercial' Main Street' and public park components. Planned Develo ments(include as separate section in Land Use Plan) Policies 1. The City will continue to use the Planned Development process to allow flexible standards and additional density where practical and appropriate to achieve higher quality overall development. 2. Where practical, the City will utilize the Planned Development process as the zoning tool to facilitate clustering on the site to maintain densities allowed in its Comprehensive Plan while preserving natural resources. DRAFT 07/17/97 EXHIBIT B EXISTING RESIDENTIAL GOALS AND POLI IES Source: 1984 Eagan Comprehensive Guide Plan Goals 1. To develop a well-balanced community with a diversity of housing in terms of both type and value. 2. To cooperate in providing the City's "fair share" of housing to serve persons of low and moderate incomes./Revise; include reference to dispersement or no concentrations of low -mod income housing] 3. To continue to carefully monitor the platting and development of residential areas in order to achieve good planning to promote and preserve residential land values. [Revise, include provision of needed support services and coordination with other land uses] 4. Te iner-ease the total number- efdwelling units by 6390 units ftem 1980 to 49)04Delete, outdated Replace with Livable Communities goal?] S T -e se r e:,. 1540 .miss .. 1,.. ..a ..,.eller 4e a he gfie 1980 t� nnn vY ✓Tv aaauw L.VL av /LGO/l- f l-i�l,+c nnrdiru�l 21uarrnnm^• d 299 its (20%) fe- r _-l•es d s [Delete; outdate. Replace with Livable Communities goal?] Al 0 6n nnn\. 1991 ♦ (32%) d 2835 + /ACO ) for - ie v�yyy rs �•f� 'n',ii�� `�� ��� fiat mi�da P-inamm� \�'F,l� 75(lflfll� � ✓�o� [Delete; outdated Replace with Livable Communities goal?] Policies 1. The City has-adepted the " ftP;^ Gempr-ehettsive Pjan . hie .♦lines -in detail the pr-egmms eikpe„�to aebie-ve the ^ "f L „ —vr hem-tesefvelew and eder-ate•-ineeme persenr This Hewing Pfeg ^— will L i- ed:e.11y reviewed (at least a 1VV T^.L twe yems eFde« to assum that it is th [Delete; too specific. Should have policy on periodic review of overall comp plan?] 2. The City will continue to promote [how?] a diversity [of what? type, cost?; be more specific] of housing within the City. , the City will strive for [replace with "maintain "?] a housing mix in all areas of the community in order to provide housing opportunities 07/11/97 (D for persons of all incomes throughout Eagan. [Question: Delete entire policy or combine with policy #3? Seems too generic and too similar to goal #1.1 3. The Gity will eea4inueo pmmete-the development of ed develePmea4s" whie [Deletes Need policies regarding when a PD approach is appropriate, when should it be used to allow flexibility.] 4. The City will eentinuete work veFyelesel with the Dakota County Housing and Redevelopment Authority [Add: "and other governmental agencies] in promoting and administrating programs which will provide housing to meet the demonstrated needs of low and moderate income persons at scattered locations throughout the community. S. The City will promote the development of multiple dwellings [Replace with "affordable housing'y in proper relationship [unclear — replace with "close proximity" or "dispersed through the community "?]with single family homes in those areas that are geographically suited to properly be served by municipal services [Add: "including utilities, roadways, transit, parks, and schools'y for this more dense type of residential development. [reword entire policy] 6. The City will gener-allyr-esist attempts te develep 1099; subsidized large multiple [Replace with "support'y those programs which scatter subsidized units and do not pr-evide fe� [Replace with "create"?] large concentrations in any one location. 7. The sewer- and water-) emmet be pr-e-vided; Father-, the City will pr-ee3ete [Replace with "ensure'y the timely extension of these [Replace with "municipal y services when lly be justi [Replace with "where warranted. The City acknowledges that there are unique situations where these services cannot be provided in an economical and environmentally sensitive mannen'y 8. The City will require the integration of proper open spaces [what are these?] within each residential development in order to maintain the living environment that presently exists within the City. [Reword: focus on preservation and maintenance of woodlands, wetlands, natural resources. Also include something regarding integration of open space into development generally.] 9. The City will conduct timely How often is "timely"? Replace with "routine" or "methodical"?] inspections of the condition of dwelling units within the community twe-yeffs as this beeeffies BeeesseFy.- The vast ameuRref eenstnaetien in the eemmunity is less than 15 yee&s old, therefore, this iffspeetienis net ef. i [Delete — irrelevant now. Need to develop policies regarding property maintenance and redevelopment.] 07/11/97 2 10. Eagan will [Replace with "support' y the Dakota County HRA in-erder [Replace with "efforts'y to provide additional "rental assistance" end 96ae Hired edwelling units within the community for low and moderate income persons as qualified by the Dakota County HRA. [Note: scattered site housing referenced in #4 above] 11. ....7 the U.S. Depaft .eat efHeusing and Urban Deve,e»,em fflUD) :order- to pFeyide new multiple dwelling , .Ats that .:11 sefve 1 d d a persens. [Deletes Redundant with #4 above] 12. Efigea %ill work with SteAe 9&4F -A) and Federal agensies (HUD) and the Daketa neunty HRA eras_ to p .:ae a ,,.e,,. 1890?? UBit, ever- the . dee ,7 vV.L.a.' lal\11111 V14Va 4V l.IaV♦a4V Kl.Jj.JM . . [Delete — outdated] 13. Eagan may consider a reduction in the more rigid density and setback requirements set forth in the Zoning Ordinance in order to promote the development of [Add "affordable'y housing . This will be considered on an individual project basis and accomplished primarily through the Planned Development (PD) approach wherein a specific agreement and specific plan would be approved by the City. 14. Eagan alse . ei4s ether- ele«.,ems e f 11.,hey #29 ...L.:eL, p ete deyelep fae..♦ e f e fi- he g. Ewan also supports the proposal that "projects which contain an economic mix within the development itself and which are to be located within an economically mixed neighborhood" are preferred. [Delete; outdated] 15. " " pr-epesals fer.their. Eenisteney- with -the Eagan14O SING PLAN. The eerrara« alsv .veld p vaaediveaay _v examine the HO CA! PLAT to : e that t1Plan is [Delete — irrelevant. Need to include policy regarding update of overall plan] 16. Eagan will eaeetffage the develepmea4 ef a 1"er- mmiber- of mialtiple dwellings thea has eeeuffed in the past. 4N9 is eeasistei# with the MetFepelitan Heusing Ghapte Peliey #47 wher-ein it states that "the Getmeil will fequir-e land use peheies and plan b Y , e_e.,,y in these a «:+e.:y ere the aisfib.e,, 1y single fitmily." [Delete; outdated] 07/11/97 17. Eagan r-eeegnizes that Y family h meansavailabletedery ie develep dwelling units v4dtia thaaen+'ftid'! .1 + eest" xx housing value r-anges. A41seek-,1agars will l" ete aauhiYac fi1 d 1 s te satisf� the identified tie [Delete; outdated] 4.11 a goals Y ! the J ill t+ vai develeYment a [Delete, outdated] 19. , and setbeekrequirements t t 7 Q e_.le- ♦e b v «ivavv in va uva sv oixwff'oby the t-eftnedest Best heusing units :11 l_,... «1:. L a ._ 1 }'7e egh tha_21nnaed Deyelepment preeess whereY . {e ubatvaavzt will be c [Delete. Redundant with policy #131 20. Eagan will eneearege the " e;tsing sA-eemmi#ee'= 2s. eaeh neighber-heed in the City. This has been aseemplished thfough the lmd use and illustf a4ed en Table 1-2. [Delete. Replace with new policy regarding in -fill development] 26. Eagan will eentinue te vefy effePally review preliminary plats and corresponding drainage, grading, utility and similar plans to insure that the existing environment is properly protected and preserved with the development of each residential subdivision. 27. DuAng the deeade efthe 1980s, the City will dir-eet develepmei34 in aeeefdanee with [Delete; outdated] . 28. Eagan will , erjs [Delete; outdated] 29. [Replace with "The City'y will promote residential development where high -amenities such as lakes, parks, vegetation and similar features are available 30. , Eagan will enly Peffflit. , available. [Delete. Redundant with goal #3 above] 07/11/97 ro EXISTING RESIDENTIAL GOALS AND POLICIES Source: 1988 Amendment to Eagan Comprehensive Guide Plan Goals I. Te de elep ell b le vu ;+ :4h diversity of heesing in teems _ f bet Y t"e ewe. [Delete- Same as 19841 2. Te-Geeper-eAe rr-e-ding the-e4y's `• s e" efheasing to . [Delete Same as 19841 3. T -e eentiftue t^vaultyofniter- the platting a a t ..4 a fr- i l �csr b^ed Y .uuufzb to prefnete and. *deR4ial land values. [Delete. Same as 19841 4. Te p,.,, ete the de elep «4 inn e f to enn high value dwellingunits (i s ., �Vvz rl note 4h_eugh Wf✓V,VVV value) Y{.lf lffSLli �Ivlfrten �y rni�i-iiaysr 1996), [Accomplished -Delete.] 5. off..,,, ...,..s..y .s baf.f.,.f by sever -a! > > tfaffie, adjaeent rt, ei�y sefviees and similff influenees.Heweve_ 4,, e n:4. Goianeil shall finally de*Fmine the appr-epr-iate density widiin the guided range when [Delete. Outdated] Add Goal. "Maintain and enhance the quality of housing in the City of Eagan. " Policies I. The-ri4ywill idgnjra-fh s;P2J these-arccs9E5t suited to high .Q�Q� hetising. [Delete] 2. The city will establish zoning standards that will protect [Add. "housing'y values hetising in eaftain aFeas. I The czty will e#empr e or -e ide inaneial ineent* CD'Lfl^'1 i7To1�For �sTt'ftlY'I•by r-ed"ei g [Delete. Awkward] 4. The city will work with developers to modify engineering standards where possible [Replace with "appropriate"?] to d [Replace with "ensure protection of natural resources, others??'J de-velepfaeftc 5. 4 4h fetigh a h..,.. inn fei mini pefade eFhe.....e. 4_.vae ..he... •._ m:1__ events. [Delete. Replace 07/11/97 �,T/ with policy regarding building relationships with real estate professionals to promote the city]] EXISTING RESIDENTIAL GOALS AND POLICIES Source: McKee Addition Comprehensive Plan Amendment Goals I. Te eneetifege stent:_ a fthe r:t.existing supply ,. fa er-da _le evffiefs1+ t, value aL.«e,,,.,., «t;«,..e.7 s sett of the i9 A ,..e.,sing ....1. bilit t' ,7 FAA setmd a ��YY ua � heusing fi...,.,..,,,.. Zr- n• a t i� •, zoxaazaaamzmrarr� [Replace with goals and policies regarding affordable ownership housing, rehabilitation, sound insulation, and financing] Policies I. The -fid -ems }-exaet-{lis-#his beeye dome? age-ten9e2-«eise A tte..ua4 e.. renst...,et;e.. n_a:.. ,e ...t :°et . ,;1, . ply to a4 .. sid t , +,. pffeaswiia the Met..e_elita Ge.. e;, Neise ''eves. [Delete. This is an implementation item] 2. Any additions, modifications or replacements of existing homes within the McKee Additie [Replace with "the Metropolitan Council Noise Zones'] shall use noise abatement designs and construction techniques to achieve an inside noise attenuation level equal to or greater than that of the existing home. If a home has not been sound insulated under the Part 150 Program, additions and modifications must achieve at least a three decibel reduction of indoor noise level. Any replacements must conform with the Metropolitan Council Builders Guide for Noise Attenuation. 3. 11 nn+iee . ha4l to t en the titles e f al ..t; ,, prrepeAies the McKe- 1.I Vll L11V titles Zones. [Delete. City does not have control over title recording]] 4 To insure the stability and viability of the MeKee Addifien [Replace with "existing, older residential neighborhoods'y, redevelopment efthe-area will only be permitted in a comprehensive manner such that the entire neighborhood is acquired and redeveloped at the same time or under a phasing plan of reasonable duration to prevent small residual areas of homes to remain -among non-residential uses. Amy p de `elt11elt shall be esmistent with the NletFe .lit, Ge il's Land s imdastFial uses. [Rework] [NOTE: A separate land use element ("Aviation/Land Use") regarding airport/noise issues should be created. It might make sense to apply it as an overlay zone in which additional standards apply, similar to how the Shoreland Impact zoned overlay works.] 07/11/97 EXISTING RESIDENTIAL GOALS AND POLICIES Source: Lone Oak Area Small Area Plan Policies I. The City Shall add a new land use desigae4ien Rffal ResidelAjal te its Gefflpmheasive Plan. [Delete — this was done.] 2. e1' angejustifies n mere _Meas. use. [Delete. Suggestpreparing similar intent statements for all land use categories.] 3. A o ,.kur-a .. d n.,l.l;e ,reed:+;e, [Delete. Incorporate into intent statements suggested above.] 4. The City will generally discourage new residential development in the areas most affected by aircraft noise depicted in Figure 7./Need to change to reflect any noise contour maps we include in the new comp plan.] the_Quffen4 ATetfepelita Ge,...,e:l 14eise Zane..... lies «e ft o f Lone Oak Read, west ..... v»aa vaa• a.ivu vYvaa..aaa vvaaaavaaz , v£ --exi-O=i ev e eeand aet4h o f -.Stee Deed a Read,east e f TuvaaabaA .vuuv. [Delete reference to Lone Oak area— keep statement general so it applies to other areas in City w/in noise zones. Put under new Aviation/Land Use section.] S. The City will consider in -fill residential development within the R..e., aesewLe,l [Replace with: "Metropolitan Council Noise Zones'y on a case-by-case basis. Where such in -fill development is permitted, it will only occur under appropriate requirements respecting aircraft noise, including sound attenuating construction techniques and buyer notification of the noise environment. [Put under new Aviation/Land Use section] 6. In reviewing development plans for the western portion of the study area, the City shall insure that adequate buffering [Add: "between incompatible land uses'y is provided through proper site design and landscaping. Any necessary physical buffering would be installed with the initial development. [Suggestion: Keep as separate set of policies specific to LoneOak area] 7. The City will not support any revisions to the Rural Residential land use designation in the Lone Oak area until there is a strong indication of market support for urban scale non-residential development. [Suggestions: Keep as separate set of policies specific to Lone Oak area] 8. The transition from the Rural Residential to urban non-residential land uses in the Lone Oak area should not occur in a haphazard incremental manner that would result 07/11/97 rj in creating isolated Rural Residential pockets. Development in increments in the range of 10-20 acres proceeding from the western urbanized end eastward will be preferred over smaller, scattered incremental developments. [Suggestion: Seep as separate set ofpolicies specific to Lone Oak area] 9. . [Delete — irrelevant ] 10. Neither the availability of utilities to the area or development on either of the western or eastern areas would warrant a change from the Rural Residential designation on the middle area. [Suggestion: Seep as separate set of policies specific to Lone Oak area]] Source: Central Area Plan — Comprehensive Plan Amendment Policies (Northeast Quadrants 1. rage. [Delete. Accomplished] 2. The design of the residential component should be compatible with the design of the commercial "Main Street" and public park components. 3. The residential component should provide pedestrian connections to the commercial "Main Street" and public park components.[Rework. Generalize to apply citywide] The City will strive to provide safe and well maintained pedestrian and bicycle connections to and between residential, commerciallretail, and public uses (parks, schools, library) throughout the community. [NOTE: Review Central Area Plan to determine policies for other quadrants] 07/11/97 EXISTING RESIDENTIAL GOALS AND POLICIES Source: City of Eagan Housing Goals Agreement — Metropolitan Livable Communities Act Goals 1. To stay within, or above, the Metropolitan Council's target range for "life cycle" housing of 35-38%, of the total housing supply, for non -single family detached housing (i.e. duplex, townhome, condominiums, apartments and mobile homes). 2. To move toward the Metropolitan Council's target range for owner/renter mix of 72- 75% owner occupied housing and 25-28% rental housing. 3. To strive to move toward the Metropolitan Council's target range for affordable ownership housing of 69-70% of all homesteaded properties. 4. To move toward the Metropolitan Council's target range of for affordable rental housing of 35-40% of the rental housing supply. 5. To achieve the Metropolitan Council's target density for single family detached housing of 1.9 dwelling units/acre. 6. For townhome units, the City will strive to maintain a net density (excluding wetlands and streets) of five (5) units per acre. 7. For apartment units, the City will strive to maintain a net density (excluding wetlands) of ten (10) units per acre. [Question: Do the numbers in the above policies need to be updated?] Policies 1. The City currently exceeds the target range established for non -single family detached units. Therefore, the City will not actively encourage additional non -single family detached housing on the remaining vacant residential land and will adhere to its current Comprehensive Guide Plan. [Is this contradictory?] 2. The City will encourage development of additional ownership housing through adherence to its Comprehensive Guide Plan guidelines for residential development. 3. The City will encourage retention of its large existing supply of affordable ownership housing valued below $115,000 through continued support of HRA housing rehabilitation and FAA sound insulation programs and by improving access to financing for individuals/families interested in purchasing these homes. s 07/11/97 \ 10 4. The City significantly exceeds its life cycle target range especially for the owner - renter mix. Therefore, the City will not actively encourage multi -family rental development through the year 2000. 5. The City will explore opportunities to preserve and enhance the quality and affordability of its existing rental housing supply through CDBG, County HRA, and WHA funding sources. 6. The City will explore rental housing rehabilitation program options, encourage additional individual scattered site affordable housing acquisition by the Dakota County HRA, and support the use of Section 8 vouchers in market rate rental housing. 7. The City will encourage movement towards the target density where environmental conditions permit consideration of additional density. 8. The City will continue to use the Planned Development process to facilitate standards that promote additional density where practical. 9. Where practical, the City will utilize the Planned Development process as the zoning tool to facilitate clustering on the site to maintain densities allowed in its Comprehensive Plan while preserving natural resources. 07/11/97 11 Z: TO: FROM: city of eagan Tom hedges, City Administrator Lisa Freese, Senior Planner DATE: July 24,1997 SUBJECT: Residential Land Use Plan/D-II Study Update MEMO The memo provides an update on the progress made on the residential land use plan element and the D -II land use study. It also identifies areas where further policy direction is needed from the City Council in order to proceed with the land use plan update and to complete the recommendations on the D -II study. A. RESIDENTIAL LAND USE PLAN -CRITERIA & GUIDELINES In the 1988 Comprehensive Plan update, the City adopted the land use density system of D -I, D - II, D -III and D -IV. The description of this system from the 1988 update is attached as E) ihibit A. This system was intended to provide flexibility to respond to market needs. The main drawback of the system as drafted is that it does not include any guidance for evaluate development proposals or criteria for considering land use changes. Now that the City is moving into infill development, it may be advisable to have a system that provides more direct guidance and establishes measurable criteria to evaluate whether or not a particular development is appropriate. The APC discussed this concept at the July 22 workshop and supports the concept of adding guidelines and criteria to the plan. Exhibit B, is a draft of guidelines and criteria to be added to the residential land use plan. The draft incorporates the residential density criteria and housing guidelines in the 1988 update. The otp ential changes to the current system are being reviewed by the APC are as follows: 1. Change D -I to single family detached dwellings exclusively. The language in the 1988 update states that D -I is exclusively single family, except if double bungalow or other low - density units are approved by the City Council. This does provide flexibility for housing types for infill development on those D -I properties that are challenging to develop and encourages dispersing small-scale attached housing developments rather than concentrating them. If the City wishes to continue allowing duplexes in D -I, then criteria should be established suggesting when it would be acceptable. The main observations regarding reversing the existing policy are: Very little mixing of housing types have occurred in Eagan. Most neighborhoods have developed as all single family, all townhouses, etc. In the future, given the limited remaining developable land and rising land costs, the development community may push for more duplex or small townhome developments on these smaller tracts of land (1 to 5 acre properties). APC Preliminary Conclusions: The City should consider making the D -I designation exclusively single family. 2. Change Density guidelines for D -I from 0-3 units per acre to 0-4 units per acre and for D -II from 0-6 units per acre to 3-6 units per acre(gross density). If D -I densities are adjusted upward to 0 to 4 units per acre it would better reflect the density of existing single family development. Developments such as Cedar Grove, Northview Meadows and McKee Addition are well over the 3 unit per acre guideline in the existing plan. Map 3 illustrates the location and number of single family properties in the City that exceed this guideline. All single family development would fall within the suggested 4 unit per acre guideline. D -H, under this scenario, would become a low density attached housing category. If this is supported by the City Council, all single family detached housing should be designated D -I rather than as both D -I and D -II in the current Comprehensive Guide Plan map. The APC expressed concern that the City might not desire smaller, single-family lot sizes. The R-1 zoning district allows a net density of 3.6 units per acre but seldom is this density achieved because of other code requirements such as streets dedication, tree preservation, water quality, etc. A way to limit new development over 3 units per acre is to have specific criteria for single family development over the 3 unit per acre density. The main observations regarding this suggestion are as follows: This approach would provide more specific direction to consider to developers about what the City feels is an appropriate housing type on developable land. It would move away from the market driven system in existing plan. • It would provide potential for infill development on D -I land up to 4 units per acre (gross density). Since this cannot be accomplished without granting lot size variances in R-1 zoning, the Planned Development tool could be utilized to permit densities above 3 units per acre. Under this system much of the developed D -II land would need to be re -designated D -I. • All vacant and underdeveloped D -II land would need to be reevaluated under this system. In areas with predominantly single family development, it is appropriate to re -designate D -H land to D -I . APC Preliminary Conclusions: Generally support the density changes for D -I and D -II but they are concerned with allowing the potential for smaller single family lots in D -I. 3. Collapse D -II and D -III into one category creating only 3 residential categories: D -I, Single Family(0-4 units/acre); D -H, Mixed Residential (3-9 units/acre); and D -III, Multiple (8+ units/acres). This scenario mirrors the City's existing development pattern very closely. Virtually all of the existing duplexes, townhomes, quads, condos, etc. are within the 3 to 9 unit range. The main observations regarding this suggestion are: . Moves the plan more toward guiding by housing type, no just density. Requires the development of criteria to evaluate the appropriateness of densities within the range. • Simplifies the map and relies on the development of policies and guidelines in the plan to evaluate zoning decisions. APC Preliminary Conclusion: Time did not permit APC to discuss this concept at the July 22 workshop. Request for Council Direction on Residential Use Plan Prior to refining these proposed guidelines and criteria, staff and the APC would like further policy direction from the Council. 1. Does the proposed format provide the Council with enough direction for land use decisions? What else should be included? 2. Does the Council agree with making the D -I category exclusively single family or should the flexibility to allow other housing in D -I be retained? 3. What are the Council's thoughts on infill development density guidelines? Would providing for slightly higher density single family developments with stringent criteria, be acceptable? 4. Does the Council want the APC to explore further the idea of collapsing the residential land use categories from 4 to 3, focusing on guiding by housing type not just density? B. D -II LAND USE STUDY -PROGRESS REPORT At Council's direction, staff has reviewed the undeveloped and underdeveloped D -H land. For purposes of focusing this study, all properties greater than one acre are included in the analysis. At previous workshops, Council directed staff to examine the impact of re -designating D -II properties to D -I. The Council requested review of the assessment history on the properties and also contact property owners to discuss their intentions with these property. Staff has completed the assessment search and has identified about a half dozen properties that were assessed for public projects at a non -single family rate. Most properties were assessed for projects at a single family development rate. Eighty property owners were contacted by letter during the week on June 30,'. Staff met with or had phone conversations with about half of those property owners. Letters contacting property owners were sent during the week of June 30. Additional meetings are scheduled over the next two weeks and efforts to contact the remaining property owners will be made as well. Generally the feedback from the owners varies as follows: • Some property owners are very supportive of changes to redesignate their properties for single family. Many of these respondents have the smaller lots (1-2 acres), but some of the property owners with medium size tracts have single family development plans and are also supportive of such a change. • Most of the property owners, with tracts between 2 and 5 acres, plan at some future date to sell their property and envision that it will be further subdivided. Many of these tracts have significant topography, water features, trees and abut collector roadways. They expressed concern with changing the designation to D -I, because of the loss of flexibility for development. • A couple single family property owners with larger land tracts located in areas developed with predominately with apartments and townhomes expressed concern about the marketability of their property subdivided as single family development. A few of the D -II property owners have industrial uses on their parcels. They were concerned with whether or not they could continue operating their businesses. Of these property owners considering redevelopment at some future date, the ability to develop at higher densities with townhouses was important. Reasons cited included proximity to busy roadways and redevelopment costs. Of the three largest tracts of D -II land: the Cornwell property, Blue Cross/Blue Shield and the Murphy property, staff has only met with one property owner. In discussions with Mr. Cornwell, he expressed a desire for the City to consider development potential beyond residential for his property (i.e., perhaps a corporate headquarters site). The other property owners have not met with the City on this study, but in dealing with development proposals staff has some knowledge of their desired intentions. It appears the intent is to develop the Murphy family property primarily as single family. Springbrook Corporation representatives have indicated. that a small area along the Murphy Parkway/I-35E corridor is being considered for attached housing. Blue Cross/Blue Shield has been adjusting their corporate position with regard to their land holdings and recent discussion with staff indicate that they may proceed with marketing the portion of their property designated D -I and D -II to residential developers. The proximity to of this D -II land to their corporate headquarters, the Yankee Doodle Corridor, tree cover and topography support some flexibility in housing type consideration. Changes to Consider After analyzing the D -II development patterns shown on Map 3 the following changes appear appropriate to consider: 1. Change all D -II single family homes in subdivisions or under 1 acre in size to D -I, Single Family. 2. Retain the D -II designation on all attached housing. 3. Re -designated D -I properties with attached housing to D -H. 4. Re -designate any D -II properties with public uses to P, Public Facilities Map 4 illustrates the properties that would be affected by the above recommendations. Several other properties are also identified with particular characteristics on Map 4. The APC had a brief discussion regarding these properties at the workshop on July 22. They indicated that it would be helpful to them to receive further Council direction regarding four general categories of D -II property prior to making recommendations regarding map changes. The general categories are: 1. D -II Single family properties over 1 acre. 2. D -II Properties zoned R-2, R-3 or R-4. 3. D -II properties zoned non-residential and/or use for nonresidential purposes. 4. D -II — Vacant Exhibit A 1988 Land Use Plan -Residential Element Exhibit B Proposed Guidelines and Criteria Exhibit C D -II Property Analysis 70 EXHIBIT A V. Transportation The transportation section of the Eagan Comprehensive Guide Plan was not updated or revised as a part of this amendment process. There were not any major changes made in land use designations which could affect the transportation system of the city. However, as an outcome of the amendment process, the city determined that a major computerized traffic engineering study would be undertaken. This study will provide current information and provide the city a better means of analyzing development proposals. The city also has coordinated capital improvement programming for major throroughfares with Dakota County and MN DOT. VI. Land Use Plan A. Concent of the Land Use Plan The general concept under which the Eagan Land Use Guide Plan has been developed has not changed. In general, the pattern of development emphasizes a self -sufficing development pattern with large employment centers, commercial services at numerous locations and adequate community facilities. In addition, mixed residential development at generally low densities are proposed for most neighborhoods within the city. High densi- ties are only proposed at a few locations near other types of intense development. B. AEricultural No areas have been designated as being viable for long-term commercial agricultural use. The reasons for this are two- fold; first, Eagan is in a terminal moraine area and as such, most of the area is of an irregular terrain which is not well suited to agricultural use and secondly, Eagan is located in an area of rapid urbanization and the corresponding high land values and taxes (including utility assessments) do not make long-term agricultural use economically feasible. Portions of Eagan, however, have productive agricultural soils, and agricultural uses are expected to exist on these properties until the time for urbanization. C. Residential On the Land Use Plan map designations have been made for every area of the city. However, where possible, flexibiblity in terms of allowing the developer to determine the type of residential unit has continued to be a basic concept in pre- paring the amended plan. The plan utilizes a "Land Use Intensity" approch wherein density ranges are proposed for most residential areas within the community rather than a specific proposal for certain types of housing. For example, in the D -III areas a density range of 6 to 12 units per acre Page 11 is proposed and it is expected that this could result in a mixture of single family homes, townhouses, quadrominiums and a low density type of apartments. Rather than project a specific mix or specific development plan for a given area, the Land Use Plan proposes a guide to density (units per acre). A determination of the specific mix and density, within the designated range, is made by the City Council when the property is rezoned or final plan approval is granted for a planned unit development. The City Council is not under any obligation to approve densities at the upper end of a range; rather, the City Council will determine the appropriate density and type of dwelling unit within the range. The density ranges as illustrated on the "Land Use Guide Plan" map for residential uses are: D -I Single family (0-3 units per acre) - exclusively a single family area unless double bungalows or other low density units are specificaly approved by City Council as buffer areas. D -II Mixed Residential (0-6 units per acre) - flexible with wide range of density and type of unit possible with final determination by City Council. D -III Mixed Residential (6-12 units per acre) - similar to D -II except that area may be suited to higher density. D -IV Multiple Residential (12 + units per acre) - flexible area expected to develop with high density develop- ments with final determination of density, type of unit and mix to be madeeby the City Council. This has been the approach to development in Eagan for the past several years and it has proven to be successful in most areas. This approach allows a developer flexibility and provides for a better reaction to the market place. It also provides the City Council with the authority to make a final determination of density and unit mix after all de- tailed information has been reviewed. D. Commercial and Industrial The concept of commercial and industrial development remains unchanged from the 1980 plan except for three designations. 1) Regional Shopping Center Designation First, while the RSC regional shopping center designation continues as a category, no area has been designated on the Land Use Plan map for this use. There was no specific area designate on the 1980 plan; however, an Exhibit B Proposed Guidelines and Criteria D -I (Single Family Residential) Guidelines and Criteria Density: • Up to 4 units per acre City Utilities: • Required for all areas Corresponding Zoning Districts: • E (Estate) • R-1 (Residential Single) • R-2 (Residential Double) • Other zoning classifications may also be appropriate if the proposed development would meet the density criteria of 4 or fewer units per acre. Type of Development: • Single family detached residences • Single family zero lot line residences • Two family residences Development Location Criteria: • Areas with appropriate transition from major collector or arterial. • Not allowed adjacent to intermediate or principal arterial interchanges. • Areas with appropriate transition from non - complementary, non-residential development such as community shopping centers or industries. Facilities Needed: • Proximity to parks? • Trail/Sidewalk needs? • Neighborhood shopping with radius? j3 D -II (Mixed Residential) Guidelines and Criteria Density: • 3 to 6 units per acre City Utilities: • Required for all areas Corresponding Zoning Districts: • R-1 (Residential Single) • R-2 (Residential Double) • R-3 (Residential Townhouse) • Other zoning classifications may also be appropriate if the proposed development would meet the density criteria of 3 to 6 units per acre. Type of Development: • Single family detached residences • Single family zero lot line residences • Double dwellings • Townhouses • Condominiums Development Location Criteria: • Not allowed adjacent to intermediate or principal arterial interchanges. • Areas with appropriate transition from non - complementary, non-residential development such as community shopping centers or industries. Facilities Needed: • Proximity to parks? • Trail/Sidewalk needs? • Neighborhood shopping with _ radius? q� D -III (Mixed Residential) Guidelines and Criteria Density: • 6 to 12 units per acre City Utilities: • Required for all areas Corresponding Zoning Districts: • R-3 (Residential Townhouse) • R-4 (Residential Multiple) • Other zoning classifications may also be appropriate if the proposed development would meet the density criteria of 6 to 12 or fewer units per acre. Type of Development: • Single family detached residences? • Double dwellings • Townhouses • Apartments • Condominiums Development Location Criteria: • Must abut or have reasonably direct access to major collectors or minor arterials. • Near large areas of permanent public open space (community parks, high schools, conservation areas, etc.). 0 Near community shopping and service facilities. • Proximity to jobs. • Access to public transit_ desirable. Facilities Needed: • Proximity to parks? • Trail/Sidewalk needs? • Neighborhood shopping with _ radius? D -IV (Multiple Family Residential) Guidelines and Criteria Density: • Over 12 units per acre City Utilities: • Required for all areas Corresponding Zoning Districts: • R-3 (Residential Townhouse) • R4 (Residential Multiple) • Other zoning classifications may also be appropriate if the proposed development would meet the density criteria of 12 to units per acre. Type of Development: . Multiple dwellings (townhouses, club homes, condominiums, apartments, senior housing) Development Location Criteria: • Must abut or have reasonably direct access to arterials. • Near large public open space. • Near community shopping facilities. • Close proximity to jobs. • Access to public transit. Facilities Needed: • Proximity to parks? • Trail/Sidewalk needs? • Neighborhood shopping with radius? • _ Public transit within miles? EXHIBIT C D -II Properties Analysis 1. D -II Single family properties over 1 acre. The largest cluster of this type of D -II property is near the Dodd Road and Diffley Road intersection. Most parcels have significant topography and tree cover. They serve as an edge around an entirely single family area. If changed to D -I, there would be limited opportunities for further subdivision, but remaining as D -II presents an opportunity that small clusters of townhomes/duplexes may develop in the neighborhood. South of Cliff Road the D -II lots over 1 acre are more varied in their current usage. Some GB zoning with non -conforming industrial uses are interspersed within large lot unsewered single family and sewer urban density single family development under one acre. Utilities are not fully available to properties yet in this area. Retaining the D -II designation on some properties may encourage redevelopment to residential and assist with the costs of extending services. Just north of Deerwood and east of 35 E, some of lots over one acre are shallow and adjacent to existing townhomes and development of single family homes will be challenging. North of the Kingswood addition there is another small pocket of properties where further single family development could be more marketable because of the water amenities. Near Lemay Lake, the neighborhood has a mixture of development and is bounded by intense industrial and commercial land uses. South of Deerwood on the west side of I -35E the large lot D-11 properties have significant topography. There is townhome development to the south, but single family development on the west and north sides. 2. D -II Properties zoned R-2. R-3 or R-4. In the Surrey Heights neighborhood there are two large lot single family homes on D -II property zoned R-2. Originally this property was designated for multi -family development prior to 1988. It was re -designated D -II at that time in order to provide a transition from the apartments and townhomes on the north and the single family neighborhood on the south. There is one small tract of land zoned R4 along Highway 13. These tracts are surrounded by single family development. Also, on the east side of Johnny Cake, there is a large tract of land owned by the post office with R4 zoning. If re -designated, these properties will need to be rezoned. 3. D-11 groperties zoned non-residential and/or use for nonresidential 2urposes. At the southeast corner of Diffley and Johnny Cake there is a large tract of land designated GB. To the south of this tract is the Post Office property (zoned R4). These properties are vacant. At 35E and Deerwood there is a tract of land used as a cellular phone tower site. South of Cliff between Dodd and Hwy 3 there are 11 parcels used for non residential uses such as contractors yards, excavating businesses and trucking businesses. 4. D -II — Vacant The largest vacant D -II properties are owned by Blue Cross Blue Shield, the Murphy family, Gopher Resources and Mr. Cornwell. city of eagan TO: Tom Hedges, City Administrator FROM: Jon Hohenstein, Assistant to the City Administrator DATE: July 24, 1997 MEMO SUBJECT: City Code Standards - Municipal Center Building and Site When the Municipal Center reconstruction was completed, two items related to compliance with City Code requirements were delayed for future completion. These were the construction of screening for certain of the rooftop mechanical units and the installation of additional landscaping. Funds totalling roughly $12,000 were set aside in the final budget for both of these items. One of our priorities in this project was to meet the same standards we would apply to other developers of office and commercial projects. Before proceeding with these additional improvements to meet code, we need direction from the City Council to insure that the improvements will conform with the potential master plan for the site. For example, we do not want to proceed with the installation of landscape material in a location which will be excavated for additional construction or parking on the site. In addition, the installation of screening for the roof top mechanical units requires the attachment of such units to the roof and puncturing and patching of the roof membrane. We have requested and received a quotation of $13,000 to screen four of the larger, more noticeable units. It has been noted that a portion of the cost for the patching could be saved if the installation of the screening were coordinated with the replacement of the City Hall roofing membrane that is planned to be done within the next five years. You will recall that in the remodeling of City Hall, we retained the pre-existing roofing membrane on the original building to reduce the cost of the project. The combination of fifteen years of weather and the construction activity from the remodeling have caused the membrane to deteriorate and leak. This has been especially noticeable in recent weeks. As a consequence, Building Maintenance has identified the need to replace the roof in the near future in an upcoming capital budget. The alternative to moving forward with either the landscaping or roof top screening immediately is to apply a standard to ourselves that we have applied 9 in some redevelopment situations where we permit an applicant to phase-in improvements over a period of time. The remaining funds set aside in the building budget could be set aside and applied to the roof top screening at the time funding for the roof membrane replacement is funded. Any funds remaining could be allocated to the landscaping improvements associated with the ultimate development of the overall site. DIRECTION REQUESTED OF THE COUNCIL: As a consequence of these facts, staff would appreciate direction on whether to proceed with either the additional landscaping or the screening at this time or to postpone one or both until the appropriate time — additional landscaping to be done as a part of the ultimate site development and the roof top screening to be done at the time of the roof membrane replacement. E As tant to the City Administrator CITY OF EAGAN MEMO TO: Tom Hedges, City Administrator FROM: Ken Vraa, Director of Parks and Recreation DATE: July 21, 1997 SUBJECT: Captain Dodd Park, VIC Program BACKGROUND On Thursday, July 10, 1997 a meeting was held at the Eagan Municipal Center to discuss the issue of surface and subsurface contamination in Captain Dodd Park, 4050 Countryview Drive. In attendance were representatives from the City of Eagan, Dakota County, Minnesota Department of Health and Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA). The City had previously been notified by the MPCA that lead contaminated soils had been identified on the very eastern edge of the park, bordering the City of Inver Grove Heights. The contaminated soils were washed into the park as the result of erosion from the adjoining property east of the park. The property previously known as the "Kisling" was used as a site to break down lead/acid car batteries for subsequent use as fill or for recycling. The site has been inactive for a number of years, however, because lead is a heavy, stable element that is not readily soluble and does not migrate easily, lead has remained on the site. Gopher State Resources Corporation, the current owner of the site, has been working closely with the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, Voluntary Investigation and Cleanup Program (VIC) and Dakota County to develop and coordinate a site cleanup. Gopher is intending to develop a mini -storage facility on the site beginning this fall. Upon learning of the presence of contaminated soils in the park, staff coordinated additional surface lead testing. The results of the testing found lead levels to be within allowable state limits for residential areas. Lead becomes a health risk only if a significant amount is directly ingested. The area thought to be contaminated is relatively small and isolated. The steep terrain and thick vegetation serve to limit access to use. Park improvements in the immediate area consist only of a section of the bituminous trail that encircles the adjacent sedimentation pond. At the suggestion of Dakota County and MPCA the City installed a temporary construction fence adjacent to the east park boundary to discourage park users from accessing the Kisling site. After conferring with Dakota County and the State, staff sent over three hundred letters to residents in the service district of Captain Dodd to inform them of the situation. In the E letter, dated June 18, 1997, the residents were invited to the park on the evening of June 26 to discuss concerns or have questions answered by City staff and representatives of MPCA and the State Health Department. Only one resident responded. To date, neither City or State staff have received any calls of inquiry or concern. VIC PROGRAM Upon being notified of the contamination, and at the suggestion of MPCA, staff made application to the MPCA/VIC Program. The VIC Program provides technical assistance to landowners and potential landowner related to the investigation and possible mitigation of contamination. Under authority of State Statutes, the VIC Program can issue a variety of written assurances to applicants including No Action Letters or Agreements, Off -Site Source Determination Letters or Agreements and No Association Letters or Agreements. Each type of written assurance can serve to protect the City from potential legal action and alleviate the need for additional investigation or cleanup. The City has subsequently been accepted into the program. The services of the VIC staff are billed to the participants at a predetermined hourly rate. The City is currently using the services of the VIC staff in the evaluation of the Borchert-Ingersol (North Park) site. The first step the City must undertake to fulfill the requirements of the VIC Program it the preparation and submission of a Phase I Environmental Audit. A Phase I generally consists of a detailed historical analysis of the site and surrounding properties and a review of potential sources of contamination. Upon approval of the Phase I, a Phase II report detailing the results of any testing proposed in the Phase I Report and outlining a mitigation/work plan is submitted. VIC Program staff strongly encourages the use of experienced environmental consultants to prepare both the Phase I and Phase II Reports given the level of technical analysis required. The cost for a consultant to prepare the reports is estimated to be twenty-five hundred dollars for each phase. A second, but related issue is the presence of solid waste within the park. The site upon which Captain Dodd was developed had previously been a farm yard. When the property was developed for a residential subdivision the site was conveyed to the City to fulfill the open space requirement. Because the City had been made aware that a portion of the site may have been used as a "dump", the City requested that the developer conduct a subsurface investigation prior to the City assuming ownership. The investigating consultants found that the dump area was located just south of the pond in the area that is now used as a ballfield. The waste found consisted primarily of benign garbage and trash and restaurant waste. The restaurant materials had been brought into the site with food wastes that had been used to feed livestock. The regulation of solid waste and the subsequent cleanup or closure of former "dump" sites within Dakota County is a responsibility that has been undertaken by the County. The County has developed a series of ordinances which include specific requirements that must be met by a landowner. The requirements of the County are in addition to those imposed by the State, however, the scope of concern does vary. The information contained within the Phase I and Phase II Reports prepared for the State can be used as background for a submission to the County though additional information including a "Closure Plan" is required by the County. City staff has been told by County staff that "whatever" the State decides to do about the lead contamination will be acceptable. Because of the previously completed subsurface investigation the closure may be limited to the removal of materials exposed by erosion and the stabilization of the exposed soils. The County has had preliminary discussions with Gopher regarding the grading back of a portion of the potentially contaminated berm which is encroaching onto park property. DISCUSSION Based on discussion with the Health Department, NIPCA and County, and the follow up testing, City staff is confident that contaminants identified in Captain Dodd Park pose no immediate threat to area residents. The very minimal response to the City's informational letter would seem to indicate the situation is of no great concern to area residents. This may be due to a general desensitization of the public to waste issues because of the number of incidents and the improved ability of organizations and agencies to respond. However, staff is of the opinion that it is incumbent upon the City to research the contamination and complete any mitigation as required or suggested by State or County Statutes or Ordinances. By taking these measures we are protecting residents and the City in the event of an unknown condition. The use of a consultant to conduct the tests and prepare the required reports is highly recommended by all agencies involved. ACTION REQUESTED To authorize staff to hire an environmental consultant to complete a phase 1 and, as may be necessary, a Phase 2 report Ken Vraa, Director of Parks and Recreation i Wau101son.Superintendent of Parks PO/p.)p IA45wd1CAPD0DD city of eagan TO: TOM HEDGES, CITY ADMINISTRATOR FROM: KEN VRAA, DIRECTOR OF PARRS AND RECREATION DATE: JULY 24, 1997 RE: AMPHITHEATER MEMO BACKGROUND: The City Council previously received a formal presentation from the Eagan Rotary Club relative to the development help needed to make an amphitheater a reality. The City previously looked at an amphitheater as a component of a Central Park where one location could accommodate multiple community functions; fireworks, group picnics, art fairs, etc. Following the presentation by the Rotary Cub, the Council toured prospective locations that might accommodate an amphitheater facility. Staff was then directed to do a study to evaluate potential sites. The work was to include the assistance of Rotary Club member Quinn Hudsun, an architect who has been involved with the volunteer efforts of the Club. EVALUATION PROCESS Twenty-three criteria were developed to help evaluate each site and make the review less subjective. A detailed narrative explains each of the selection criteria. The criteria was then applied to seven different locations: • Three near the Unisys campus identified as RD I (Northwest Airlines), RD 21 (Unisys), and RD 3, ()oe Miller -near Lockheed Martin). Site MC 1 and MC 2 are two locations within the Municipal Center Campus. • Site six is identified as PE for Patrick Eagan Park, and Site seven is SH for the property adjacent to Sky Hill Park. A location map identifies each site. Also attached is an identified location for the amphitheater which optimizes the specific site. SITE EVALUATION MATRIX The seven sites were then evaluated using the criteria and assigned a numeric classification: 0 = No/poor 1 = fair 2 = yes/good. The Site Evaluation matrix reflects each site and the site criteria. The criteria are in order of general importance In evaluating sites. None of the sites evaluated is perfect; each has its limitations or may be more costly if chosen as the preferred location. FOR COUNCIL ACTION This matrix Is presented as requested. With the Council having selected a consultant to develop a master site plan for the Municipal Center Campus, it may be appropriate to see the results of that planning effort before recommending any action in regards to an amphitheater. The consultant, however, will certainly benefit from Council discussion about the various alternatives. I rM• 'A r(�vO AK A C RD. 26 COF _ •000 __---_--__--_----_ --- Sw e qo_'PLT KNOB o \ , • �, W s f CLURVEW DR. Zs R RACE 4 ►E DOW YEW RD. f RED CEDAR ' OWE A . 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ATHLETIC 142 . p � 142 1 3 v A 1 hal, T �r ��l7�� / LAN[ 6— - 'riti74i�ii 2 _ �� ,� 7. �. �--__,� ..r . 7r'F{�� �1r+ PARK, C) .I.\ SITE EVALUATION MATRIX 0 = NO/POOR 1 = PAIR ��_>l 2 =YES/GOOD SITE CONDITIONS 7 AMPHITHEATER STUDY SITES RDI RD2 RD3 MCI MC2 PE SH 1 Site Size — Seating & Stage 2 2 2 l 1 2 1 2 Solar Orientation — NE/SW 2 1 2 0 2 2 1 3 Handicap Access — A.D.A. 2 1 2 0 2 2 0 4 Stage Access - Performers 2 l 2 0 0 1 2 5 Noise Impacts - Residential 1 2 2 1 1 2 1 6 Land Use — Residential Impacts 2 2 2 l 0 2 0 7 Existing Slope - 10% to f2.5% 2 0 2 2 2 2 2 8 Site Access — Pedestrians 2 0 2 1 1 2 0 9 Site Access — Vehicles 2 2 2 0 0 2 0 10 Site Grading — Quantity 2 0 1 1 1 2 1 11 Site Cleared — Tree Loss 2 2 1 1 1 1 0 12 Acoustical Enclosure -Natural 2 1 2 2 2 2 2 13 Aesthetic Site Views 1 1 2 2 1 2 1 14 Existing Parking - 50% < 500' 2 0 2 0 0 0 0 15 Potential Parking -100% < 500' 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 16 Existing Parking -50%< 750' 2 2 2 2 0 0 0 17 Potential Parking — 100% < 750' 2 0 2 0 0 1 1 18 City Owned Land 0 0 0 2 2 2 0 19 Connections to Park System 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 20 Utilities — Electric < 500' 2 0 2 2 2 2 2 21 Utilities — Storm Water < 500' 2 2 0 2 2 2 2 22 Utilities — Water < 500' 2 0 2 2 2 2 2 23 Utilities — Sewer < 500' 2 0 2 2 1-2 2 2 0 = NO/POOR 1 = PAIR ��_>l 2 =YES/GOOD Site Evaluation 1. Site Size — The amphitheater is sized to accommodate up to 1,500 people. An area of 10 s.f has been allocated for each person; this results in a seating area of 15,000 s.f. Using a traditional pie shape with the stage representing the apex, two 200' long arms at right angles project from the stage. Seating is a grass open space with a slope of approximately 10% without walls. The stage and associated changing and storage rooms are about 70' wide by 42' deep for a total of 3,000 s.f. All 7 sites evaluated have an 18,000 s.f. area for amphitheater seating and stage. However, to receive a good rating, additional adjacent space is needed for vehicular access to backstage area, handicapped access ramps and landscaping to channel and buffer sound. 2. Solar Orientation — The general line of sight to or from the seating and stage area should be perpendicular to summertime afternoon sun. Since the sun sets slightly north of west during this period, the ideal axis for the amphitheater will be northeast to southwest. A poor rating for solar orientation was given to site MCI because performers on stage would be facing into the afternoon sun. 3. Handicapped Access — All public facilities must comply with the Americans with I?isabilities Act. The primary requirement for our proposed amphitheater is that we must provide wheelchair access to the top, middle and bottom of the seating area. These access routes must be paved and not exceed a cross slope of more than 2%. Longitudinal slopes up to 5% are allowed without handrails and slopes between 5 — 8% are allowed if handrails are provided on both sides of the slope. A poor rating for handicapped access was given to site MCI and SH because the hillside adjacent to amphitheater seating is steep and would require extensive switchback ramping which would be very expensive. 4. Stage Access — The amount of space available behind the stage to accommodate arriving and departing performers and trucks carrying musical instruments, stage props and other incidentals associated with amphitheater productions. A poor rating for performer stage access was given to site MCI and MC2 because steep grades near the stage area would severely limit space needed to handle trucks. A design solution to use retaining walls could work but the cost would be quite high. 5. Noise Impacts — Outdoor music concerts could get loud. Sound is generated from both performers and the audience, and as such could pose a problem if improperly located. Two elements which mitigate these problems are distance and landscape buffers such as earthen berms and trees. Although no sites received a poor rating, four sites, RD 1, MCI, MC2 and SH, received only a fair rating. The most favorable site was RD3 as it wouldn't adversely affect either residential or corporate properties. Z6 6. Land Use — Adverse residential impacts could result if the amphitheater is located adjacent to a quiet neighborhood. A combination of factors could potentially anger residents. A poor rating for land use was given to sites MC2 and SH. Homes are close to these amphitheater sites and the orientation of the stage would direct sound towards them. In addition, adjacent neighbors could have people parking near their homes and walking through their property. 7. Existing Slope — To create a sloping grass amphitheater requires that certain grades be met. Slopes less than 7%2% limit visibility from the seating area to the stage. Slopes greater than 12'/z% on grass can become an erosion problem without retaining walls. Therefore, the ideal slope has been set at 10% - t2%i%. A poor rating for existing slope was given to site RD2. This site has a 4 — 5% slope range. Steeper adjacent slopes could be achieved but that would require a huge amount of earthen fill. The side slopes of this fill area would adversely affect adjacent vegetation causing tree loss. Relocating the amphitheater's position would help with achieving a more desirable slope. However, the solar orientation would put the afternoon sun into the audience's eyes. 8. Site Access — For pedestrians, walking from parking lots to the amphitheater access can range from easy to difficult. A poor rating was given to two sites, RD2 and SH. Both sites would require a long walk. The SH site would also require visitors to cross Ashbury Road since only very limited parking could be located on the amphitheater side of the road. 9. Site Access — For vehicles entering and leaving parking lots, level of difficulty can vary considerably. A poor rating was given to 3 sites, MCI, MC2 and SH. To satisfy the parking demand for either Municipal site would require additional parking be provided south of the library. This location would have a negative impact on the adjacent neighborhood via Windcrest Avenue. The other concern at Skyhill would have most people walking across Ashbury Road. This could lead to confusion and safety problems. 10. Site Grading — The quantity of earthen fill varies depending upon how much change is needed to achieve a proper amphitheater slope of around 10%. A poor rating was given to RD2 because its slope was too shallow to qualify for a good amphitheater site. Additional fill would have to be imported which could be quite expensive. Site RD3 would require a fair amount of grading, but it appears a considerable amount of fill needed could be cut from a nearby location. 11. Site Cleared — The development of an amphitheater site will require the entire site be graded. Because of this, any trees within the amphitheater footprint will be removed. A poor rating for tree loss was given to site SH. This wooded hillside would have to be cleared in the amphitheater area and some adjacent land where switchback trails would be located. 12. Acoustical Enclosure — the shape of the land can act as a natural acoustical enclosure. Sound projected from the stage will radiate out and up to the audience. No sites received a poor rating, but site RD2 was rated as only fair because of its flatness. 13. Aesthetic Site Views — For the purpose of this analysis, a good rating will tend to be a natural setting with rolling topography, trees and a wetland or lake view. The only structures in this view will be the stage, park benches and perhaps some sculptural elements. No sites received a poor rating for aesthetics. Three sites, RD3, MCI and PE, had a good rating for site aesthetics. A subjective critique of these three sites rates PE as the most aesthetically pleasing, site RD3 ranked a close second and site MCI came in third place. 14. Existing Parking — 50% < 500' Only two sites, RDI and RD3, have 50% or 250 parking spaces within 500'. 15. Potential Parking —100% < 500'. Only one side, RD3, has 100% or 500 parking spaces within 500'. 16. Existing Parking — 50% < 750'. Four sites have 250 parking spaces within 750', they are RD 1, RD2, RD3 and MC 1. 17. Potential Parking —100% < 750'. Only two sites, RDI and RD3 could have 500 parking spaces within 750', site PE brings up a close third. 18. City Owned Land — Only three sites of the seven are City owned, they are MCI, MC2 and PE. 19. Connections to Park System — All sites can or could have a connection to the park system. The three research and development sites could be easily linked to both Pilot Knob and Quarry Park. The two Municipal Center sites could have a connection linking the Municipal Center through Windcrest crossing Denmark Avenue. Ultimately, if property from the McCarthy Farm on the north side of Patrick Eagan is acquired, the park system connections could go through to Patrick Eagan Park and beyond. The PE site is centrally located with excellent trail connections to nearby parks and residential areas. The SH site is the most isolated of the group. 20. Utilities — Electric < 500'. All sites have electric within 500' except for site RD2. Sites RD and RD3 are served by NSP; sites MC, MC2, PE and SH are served by Dakota Electric. 21. Utilities — Storm Water < 500'. All sites could be tied to existing storm water except site RD3. Storm water at site RD3 could be routed to an adjacent wetland and pond. Storm water drainage pipe from the Lockheed Martin site would have to be extended to the wetland and pond as well. 22. Utilities — Water < 500'. All sites appear to have water within 500'. However, getting water to site RD2 may be more difficult because of an adjacent underground gas line. 23. 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I will give a brief presentation of the site analysis findings at the study meeting and would like feedback from the Council regarding the draft program, particularly related to further definition of the swimming pool criteria. I will see you on Tuesday evening. Call me at 431-4401 if you have any questions prior to the meeting. Sincerely, Greg ggrzham, A I C P President and Principal Planner 7373 West 147th Street Suite 140 Apple Valley, MN 5! e!ephoee (612)431.4602 facsimile Eagan Civic Center Campus Master Plan City of Eagan Ingraham & Voss Inc. 2 Eagan Civic Center Master Plan Proiect Goal July 25, 1997 Develop a Campus Master Plan for the Civic Center site based on an evaluation of concept alternatives and City Council and staff direction. Project Obiectives 1. Evaluate site conditions and prepare concept plans for alternative use of the Civic Center site focusing on planned expansions and possible addition of an amphitheater and/or swimming pool. 2. Provide development, facility use and financial information for decision making regarding future use of the Civic Center site. 3. Prepare cost estimates for capital improvement plans. 4. Prepare a Civic Center Master Plan for public presentation and display. Tentative Schedule July 29, 1997 Council review of project goals, program and site analysis. August 19, 1997 Council review of master plan alternatives (3 concepts). September, 1997 Council review of final master plan. Eagan Civic Center Campus Master Plan City of Eagan Ingraham & Voss Inc. Eagan Civic Center Master Plan July 25, 1997 Draft Program Existing Uses: Municipal Center (City Hall and Police) Dakota County Library Ice Arena Wading Pool plus associated support functions - parking, driveway/access, storm drainage/ponding, landscaping, etc. and possible community festival use. Planned Additions: Second Ice Sheet Gateway Park Future Police Addition (City Hall) plus additional parking. Potential New Uses: Outdoor Amphitheater 3 Seating for 1,500 people, covered stage, acoustical, electrical, lighting and audio facilities. Changing area, restrooms, and concessions? Swimming Pool Outdoor or Indoor? Leisure or Competitive? (Dive Well, Wave Pool, Zero Depth Entry, Water Slides, Play Features ?) lao City of Eagan, Minnesota Civic Center Master Plan North g 100 200 R Site Analysis -Q\, JWYMIM Ingraham & Von In, LanJ Use rwlryl & Deoa Cary PWOPW4 ►.adtapc Mehiaglas Pah PYmq 7373 Wet 147a Street Sufic 140 Apple Valley, MN 55124 (612) 431-4401 FAX 4314602 city of eagan MEMO TO: TOM HEDGES, CITY ADMINISTRATOR MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL FROM: ADVISORY PARKS COMMISSION THROUGH: KEN VRAA, DIRECTOR OF PARKS AND RECREATION DATE: JULY 21, 1997 RE: RECOMMENDATIONS FOR PARKS CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM HISTORICAL BACKGROUND: Late last year, the City Council asked the Advisory Parks Commission to prepare a CIP for parks that: 1. Would be considered to be a "pay as you go" plan and 2. Would stay within the projected funds to be available in the Park Site Fund in 1997. The fund is estimated to have between $2.3 — 2.5 million by year's end given the fact that there have been few dollars expended this year. In late December and early January, the Acquisition and Development sub -committee began the ground work for the Commission's participation in the creation of the CIP. A set of criteria was developed to be used to rate individual park projects. In March of this year, at a joint Council/Commission meeting, the Commission reviewed the criteria with the Council that was to be used and explained how a matrix could be developed to make it simple, readable and understandable. Consensus was reached to proceed with this method of evaluation. It was agreed that prioritization should focus on projects that were in excess of $10,000. Smaller projects, although important to neighborhood parks, would be cumbersome and time consuming within the process. Therefore, a designated portion of the Park Site Fund was to be set aside specifically to deal with these smaller dollar needs. in addition, the Commission also recommended that a portion of the funds be set aside for unexpected opportunities that are certain to arise in the months ahead. Since that time, the Commission has meet twice per month In workshop session to plan the process and to begin the review of park projects. In addition, the members split into five teams With each team responsible for making on-site visits to assigned parks in order to be able to comment on the condition and needs associated with that park. At a workshop session on July 8,1997 the Commission reached a consensus on the C.I.P and designated the Advisory Commission Chair as spokesperson to present their work at the City Council's next available workshop session. COMMISSION UNDERSTANDING 1. Members of the Commission wished to make clear to the Council that there Is not a direct relationship between the rating of a project and the priority for having the project completed. The criteria for a project being included as part of the plan may not be the same as the urgency for getting It completed. The Commission has not assigned specific years for completion of the projects identified, assuming that they would be done in two to three. 2. There should be some flexibility for re -appraisal of projects as needed. The Commission is aware of the dynamics of the community and that factors may change that can and will change the Importance of one project over another. If that happens, the Commission would like to be able to reflect that change. 3. Approximately 10% of the funds should be set aside for small projects under $10,000, which totals $210,000. This Is the "small project set aside" 4. Approximately $400,000 should be designated for the unforeseen and unexpected, for opportunities that may present themselves, for partnering with others, and for possible park enlargement. This has been titled "opportunities set aside" PROCESS The Commission applied the previously adopted criteria to each identified park and projects identified for that park. This was done without the benefit of knowing the cost. After completion of the evaluation, staff then estimated the cost for the projects and provided that information to the Commission. The Commission allowed the ranking to remain, without any changes, recommending that a line be drawn at the prescribed dollar amount. Projects that were below this line would not be funded and those above it would be. For presentation purposes, staff has re -done the worksheet Identifying, through shading, those parks/projects that would be funded in the C.I.P. COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS Attached is the work sheet the Commission developed. Projects shaded represent those that have been recommended to remain in the C.I.P. In total, the Commission Identified $5.2 million dollars worth of projects and recommended funding for $2.25 million. This amount also provides for the two set aside appropriations previously mentioned. Also attached is a summary sheet identifying the projects the Commission recommended for funding. la3 C.I.P. EVALUATION SUMMARY PROJECTS RECOMMENDED FOR FUNDING ADVISORY PARKS COMMISSION REVIEW JULY 21, 1997 Set-aside for small ro'ects Projects < $10 000 $ 210 000 Opportune Set-aside 400,000 Playgrounds Evergreen - Replacement Highview - Replacement Lexington - Replacement Lexington/Diffley - New* Oak Chase - Replacement O'Leary (2) - Replacement Peridot Path - Replacement River Hills - Replacement South Oaks - Replacement Slater Acres - Replacement Walnut Hill - Replacement Woodhaven - Replacement *All received 35-40 points except the new installation at LeAngton/Diffley which received 15 points 325,000 Other Projects (not including playgrounds) 40+ points 50 Walden Heights Development 200,000 35-40 points None . 30-35 points 30 Blackhawk Parking Lot Lights 30,000 Lexington Parking Area 15,000 25-30 points 25 Bur Oaks Trail/Bred a 30,000 Captain Dodd Shelter Bldg. 20,000 Carlson Lake Fishing Dock 20 000 Meadowland Trai/Deck 15,000 North Park Clean -Up 100 000 Peridot Path Trail/Bridge 10,000 Ride Cliff Sun Shelter 20,000 Slater Acres Shelter 20,000 20-25 points None 15-20 points 15 LexinSTn Diffley Parking_.__._125 000 LexingTon Diffley Field Lighting 180,000 Lexington Diffley Parking Lot Lighting 2 70,000 Lexington Diffley Restroom Bldgs 350 000 Lexington Dlffley Landscaping 20,000 Lexington Diffley Sand Volleyball 5,000 Lexington Diffle Pavilion 30,000 Thomas Lake Parkin Lot Paying25 000 10-15 points None 5-10 points 5 Rahn Tennis Court Repair 30 000 TOTAL $ 2t250,0001 �a� PARKS C.I.P. EVALUATION SUMMARY PROJECTS RECOMMENDED FOR FUNDING ARE HIGHLIGHTED Page, c $ Park Name Project 1 ° 0 vJ .e a Overall Conclusion a o Cr > S t a d E t e Q z ti d K C S Berry Patch Trail Blackhawk Parking Lot Light 9 3 30,000 x x 30 Observation south loop $ 10,000 Landscaping x $ 15,000 Bridle Ride $ Sur Oaks Trail and Bride x S 30,000 x 25 C twin Dodd Sun shelter z $ .20.000 x 25 tarlsonl:ake Fishing pock S 20,000 x 25 Camelian $ - Cedar Pond Trail lights $ = 20,000 Staff research Cinammon Ridge $ - Clearwater Added lights fall sports x $ 10,000 Bldg. replacement/add x $ 55,000 Country Home Paved parking $ 15,000 Wait for Eagan Ave improvement Downing Trail connections x $ 15,000 Trail Ballfield development x $ 10,000 7 With EAA Trail spur to parking x $ 10,000 Evergreen Play equipment x $ 25,000 x x x x 40 Fish Lake Goat Hill Add lighting (Jr.Baltfield) x $ 35,000 Enhances ero2ramming Heine Pond Fishing pier x $ 20,000 Research possible partnership Hidden Comer Tr.conneCt/Evergreen add. $ 20,000 Research trail Highline Trail Extension @ Trapp $ 15,000 Kiosks (5 @ $5,000) $ 25,000 May be separated Nighview Playground x S 25,000 x x x x 40 Landscaping $ 5,000 W/playground Holz Farm Additional land $ 100,000 W/playground Parkingfacress from Cif $ 80,000 Holz Farm Park Sun shelter x $ 20,000 ? 2 -size c bid s Kettle Lakeside $ - Lexington Parking x $ 15,000 x z 30 Play equipment x $ 25,000 x x x x 40 Lexington Diffley Parking x $ 125,000 x 15 Programming Light fields x S 160,000 x 15 Programming Light parking x $ 70,000 x 15 Programming Restroom buildings x S 350,D00 x 1.5. Programming Play equipment x S 25,000 x 15 Programming Landscaping x 3 20,fl00 x 15 Programming Sand vollybali x 3 3.000 x 15 Programming Pavaliion x 1 30,000 x 15 Programming Meadowland Trail/observation`deckx x _ 15,000 x JLong 25 Tennis courts x S 45,000 tens Moonshine Acquisition x $ 150,000 Pursue Development x $ 250,000 Mueller Faun Trail/picnic area x $ 15,000 Sun shelter x $ 20,000 Close to parking Northview Parking lightsx $ 40,000 Review need Light fields x $ 120,000 Review need Tennis lights x $ 30,000 Review need orth Park Clean up x - 100,ODDx 25 Athletic need Develo mentx x $ 1,000,000 Oak Chase Playgro._„_. , x _ 25,00D x x. x 35 Ohmann Trail connection x $ 25,000 Trail connection w/future develop. OZea Playg round 2 x S 50,000 x x x x -40 Patrick Eagan Design $ 10,000 Develop$ 750,000 Page, PARKS C.I.P. EVALUATION SUMMARY PROJECTS RECOMMENDED FOR FUNDING ARE HIGHLIGHTED Page 2 a N Park Name C Project `o I .a E i Overall Conclusion of p c e Lu « 115 m 1 o r Cr 4 v m t J KV y d m d o m. V Z U 6 K C d Paridot Path Trail/bridge x $: 10,000x 25� Eagie,Scoutproject Playground x S 25,0 x x x x 40' Pilot Knob Trail/observation $ 10,000 Quarry Trail to Pilot Knob $ 75,000 Rahn Add parking x $ 50,000 Staff research options Tennis court repair x $ 30,000 Ravine Trail $ 50,000 Ridgectrff Sun sheiter x $ 20,000 x 25 River Hills ; Playground ._ x " 25,000 x x X; x 40 SkX Hill Light tennis/bball court x $ 30,000 South flaks Tennis court $ 45,000 Possible future Playground z S' 25,0(#0 x x Xi x 40 Slater. Acres Sheiter x S 20,000 x . 25 Potential residential growth Playground x $ 25,000 x x x x -t0 Thomaslake Observation blind $ 10,000 Provide bike stands for Paris' lot avin x 4 25,0W x 15growth at site Thomas Lake East Trapp Farm Shelter x $ 20,000 Sand vollyball x 1 $ 5,000 Potential Walden Heights Development.. x x $ 200,000 z x 50 Cost determined by design Walnut Hitt Playground x $ 25,000 x x X, 35 Wandering Walk Trail (North walk) $ - 1 Consider for future dev. Wescott Commons x $ - Security light if necessa Wescott Station $ - Future consideration/promote use Windcrest Acquisition x $ 250,000 Priority for acquisition - Development Include in master planning Woodhaven Playground x $ 25,000 x. x x x 1 40 Priority site. Section 16 Development $ - 1 Link w/dev.of adjacent property_ Cliff Lake Trail $ - Consider when a need expressed Daniel Drive Trail rest area lFuture - depends upon use Total $ 5,120,000 Page 2 a city of eagan TO: TOM HEDGES, CITY ADMINISTRATOR FROM: IGEN VRAA, DIRECTOR OF PARKS AND RECREATION DATE: JULY 17, 1997 RE: WADING POOL OPERATION MEMO ISSUES FOR REVIEW AND DISCUSSION The purpose of this memo Is to review issues with the City Council and to encourage additional discussion and direction relative to the wading pool's operation. The issues can be categorized into two areas: 1) Hours of operation, 2) Rules violation/Staffing BACKGROUND The wading pool was opened in late May of 1996 and opened for the 1997 season in early June so the City now has four months of operational experience. During 1996 staff completed a survey of pool users (attached for you review) and received numerous suggestions, complaints, questions and positive reinforcement regarding the pool and it's operation. Staff believes that it would be appropriate for the Council to review some of the most frequently heard comments/observation to determine if there should be any policy changes relative to the pool's operation next year. The wading pool was originally intended to provide a fun water experience for pre-school children. The Council modified the height requirements to allow for children up to 48". Although the pool is designed for a bather load of 84 it's rare to see less then that. The pool uses two high rate sand filters and bromine for water sanitation. This spring a pool monitor was added which provides a constant reading of Ph levels. A gas fired heater maintains the pool temperature between 82 and 85 degrees. A certified pool operator who must maintain State Health Department codes must operate the pool. Rules are posted that follow State suggested guidelines. There is no lifeguard or supervisor to monitor the pool and it's use by the public. There is no fee for use of the pool. The cost to operate and maintain the pool (chemicals, heat, electrical, labor) is between $9-10,000 per year. The pool has four water play features. HOURS OF OPERATION Perhaps the most frequently heard comment is that the pool should be open longer, specifically into the evening hours. The pool hours are posted for a 7:00 p.m. closing. The closing of the pool is done by arena staff who have been instructed to, if conditions permit, allow the pool to remain open longer. Those conditions are pool water quality, high enough temperatures and sufficient users, and coordination of work within the Civic Arena schedule. al Because of heavy bather loads, which exceed pool design, water quality is usually poor by the end of the day. Frequently, because of the high number of users and the effects of sun and other environmental conditions that effect water chemistry, staff has had to hand feed additional bromine Into the system to maintain levels. This does not improve water clarity however. Closing the pool also involves clean-up, strainer cleaning, deck washing and filter backwashing every two to three days. Sometimes coordination of activities at the Civic Arena conflicts with the closing of the pool since the arena requires an exacting schedule for resurfacing. Consequently, flexibility in the closing of the pool is advantageous to coordination of the two operations. There have also been requests to have the pool open earlier in the day. This complaint is heard most frequently during the hot days. There are also those who want the pool to open earlier in the season (the pool opened June 6). AGE USE Complaints have been received that there are many children taller then the posted height and are "running out of control", jeopardizing smaller children. It's been reported that older kids are shutting the little ones out of the pool's use. One suggestion was to allow the older children the use of the pool during specific time periods; perhaps after 6:00 p.m. and/or reduce the height restriction to something less because "you know there are people who always push the limits". From staff observations there are frequently children who are perhaps too old but there actually appears to be fewer this year then were observed last year. STATE HEALTH CODE VIOLATIONS Perhaps the most serious problems observed with the wading pool is the non-conformance with regulations posted which were adopted from the State Health Department. The most serious of which is the requirement that children have rubber pants on over their diapers. It's very rare to observe this rule being adhering to. The recent out break of sickness by exposure to the parasite crytoosporidium from the fountain at the Minnesota Zoo focused the importance of this requirement. Young children who have an accident in the pool contaminate the whole pool. State Health rules state that if this should happen, the pool is to be closed, drained of all water, and then cleaned. The pool can then be refilled and re -opened. With the Eagan wading pool, this would require about 8-9 hours. Because of the publicity about the Zoo, the department and arena staff received numerous calls regarding the wading pool asking for assurances that the City's wading pool was safe to use. Other violations involve bringing food onto the pool deck, which finds it's way into the pool. Syrupy soft drinks, which are spilled onto the pool's deck and food, have the potential of bringing additional bacteria into the water. If left on the pools deck, It can cause bacterial growth. Violations of pool rules that have significantly less impact on the health and welfare of the pool users include bringing in lawn chairs, pool play equipment such as buckets and floatation toys, and the use of oils which quickly wash off and decrease the effectiveness of the filters. STAFFING The original plan presented by staff to the Council for the operation of the pool included staffing to provide some control and administration of rules. The Council determined that self - enforcement of the rules would be sufficient. For the most part, this approach has worked reasonably well. There have been relatively few complaints that there is no one to enforce the rules or act as a lifeguard. Given the young age of the children in attendance at the pool, parents are very attentive to their children knowing that there is no lifeguard present. Again, the most serious of the violations that could jeopardize the health of the pool users has already been mentioned. The Informal survey that was taken last year indicates that a number of individuals would be willing to pay a small fee to use -the pool. If the Council determines that it is now important to have a staff attendant at the pool, the Council may also want to consider a fee for the pool's use. OTHER REQUESTS Staff has received other requests relating to the pool including rest rooms, additional picnic tables, additional times to rent the pool for parties and shade (a canopy has been ordered but is waiting for a new leg extension). Currently, Monday morning from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. is used for this purpose. All Mondays have been reserved. FOR COUNCIL DISCUSSION AND DIRECTION This memo was intended to bring to the Council's attention some of the more frequently heard or observed issues relating to the wading pool. Staff is seeking reaffirmation regarding current practices or any new direction in response to the issues raised. Because of potential budget 'Implications, it would be helpful to have any changes in policy made in order for them to be reflected in the 1998 budget. lad city of eagan TO: TOM HEDGES, CITY ADMINISTRATOR HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL MEMO FROM: KEN VRAA, DIRECTOR OF PARKS AND RECREATION DOROTHY PETERSON, SUPERINTENDENT OF RECREATION PAUL OLSON, SUPERINTENDENT OF PARKS C.J. LILLY, LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT/PARKS PLANNER DATE: JULY 25, 1997 RE: POTENTIAL WADING POOL SITE STUDY BACKGROUND At its July 15 workshop, the City Council directed staff to provide information concerning the feasibility of locating additional wading pools in the City. Staff has completed a preliminary study and finds that five parks; Ohmann, Quarry, Lexington Diffley, Blackhawk and Trapp Farm Parks have potential. The list is not prioritized; each site has its own strengths, weaknesses and peculiarities. Staff has not reviewed these sites for associated cost considerations; only as potential sites based on identified criteria. METHODOLOGY The study was undertaken in a two phased approach. In Phase I each park in the City was rated on seven basic categories. This phase was an initial screening of candidate sites. A scale of 0-2 was used, defined as: • 0 = The condition Is not present. • 1 = The criteria is minimally met, i.e. utilities in the street or parking for 20-22 stalls. • 2 = The criteria is met. The highest point total possible is 14. 1. Basic evaluation first phase of the study. • Seven criteria evaluated 1. Existing parking > 25 2. Restrooms/ADA 3. Slopes < 10% 4. Telephone 5. Sanitary sewer.< 100 yards 6. Natural gas < 100 yards 7. Electric < 100 yards • Undeveloped parks received no points 13� The attached matrix provides the results of the first phase analysis. Parks receiving nine (9) points or higher were identified. Thirteen parks (see attached park diagrams) were reviewed under Phase II. The second phase of the study reviewed more extensive criteria, again on a scale of 0-2. Prior point totals are carried over. Eleven (11) criteria focus on the physical features of the park, two (2) consider program aspects and two (2) address maintenance Issues. Program and maintenance aspects were weighted in order thaty they not be overwhelmed by the potential point totals available to a site based on its physical features. What follows is: • An explanation of the rationale used for each of the 15 new site conditions. • Sitemaps that identify the area of a park considered. • A matrix of the thirteen(13) parks analyzed In Phase 11. 1. Carry over of the point totals from Phase I. 2. Minimum 1/2 acre site size for pool and landscaping. • Northview and Rahn Park rated only fair because of limited space. • All other park sites rated good, space for wading pool with hard surface area 50% bigger than existing facility. 3. Not displacing permanent features. A poor rating would indicate the wading pool would be displacing an existing feature. A fair rating indicates two features which can co -exist with limited impact on one another. A good rating indicates no Impacts. 4. Good solar orientation, no shade in pool area. All sites are good except for Rahn Park and Trapp Farm Park. Trees affect the Rahn Park site. A combination of trees and slopes affect Trapp Farm Park. This results in a loss of afternoon sun at the wading pool. 5. Existing site cleared, no tree loss. All sites are rated good, no tree loss. 6. Park not internal to neighborhood. Bridle Ridge, Carnelian, Mueller Farm and Northview rated only fair due to close proximity to homes. All other sites rated good. 7. Minimal noise impact to residential area. Bridle Ridge, Camellan, Mueller Farm, Ohmann, Sky Hill and Northview rated only fair as homeowners are close enough to hear noise. All other sites rated good. 8. Not adjacent to school property. Two sites, Mueller Farm and Rahn Park, are adjacent to schools and therefore received a poor rating. This Issue Is perceived as a negative because of potential conflicts between the wading pool and school agenda. 9. Parking lot within 100 feet. Three sites rated poor; Northview, Rahn Park and Rahn Athletic. Most people who visit the wading pool have young children In tow. A long walk would be more difficult for them and should be avoided. Parking is preferred close by. -5 k 10. Maintenance vehicles access to pool area. Maintenance vehicles carry tools, pumps and chemicals. Trucks must be able toget close, all sites in our study rated good. 1 1.Pedestdan trails provide site access. Two sites, Rahn Park and Sky Hill Park, rated fair because a trail extension would have to be added. All other sites wouldn't require extensions. 12.ADA - Handicapped access - Slopes 5% or less. The Americans with Disabilities Code for accessibility requires that slopes on trails and walks not exceed 5%. All sites in our study satisfy this requirement. 13. Site has no regular program, x10 multiplier. A site was rated zero (0) if daytime and evening activity regularly occurs in the park during the summer. A rating of one (10) was assigned if only evening programs occur, overlapping pool hours by an hour or so. A rating of two (20) was given to sites not regularly programmed. 14. No potential user conflicts, x10 multiplier. A zero (0) indicates incompatibility between Department, Eagan Athletic Association or citizen reserved programs activity in a park with wading pool dynamics. A rating of one (10) indicates potential conflict but only of a short duration due to overlapping time frame. A rating of two (20) Indicates no potential conflict. 15. Staff maintenance on site. Two (2) points equal City staff currently assigned specifically to the site. The staffing Is accomplished with the use of seasonal employees. The specific hours may not coincide with the project pool hours. The primary assignment has been the maintenance of athletic fields. One (1) point equals City staff currently assigned to the site as part of a regular route to provide additional maintenance beyond that considered to be routine. The primary assignment has been the maintenance of athletic fields. Zero (0) points equal the facility is maintained as part of the routine maintenance program. Additional staffing is provided for special needs. 16.Pool certified staff available. Two (2) points equal on-site staff or staff person trained as a Certified Pool Operator. One (1) point equals Certified Pool Operator is available on a daily basis though not assigned to the site. Zero (0) points equal a Certified Pool Operator is not available. SUMMARY Based on the site analysis as conducted, five parks, in no order of prioritization, emerge as potential sites for additional wading pools In the City. They are Ohmann, Quarry, Lexington Diffley, Blackhawk and Trapp Farm. STRENGTHS/WEAKNESSES OF THE FIVE SITES This study was conducted without benefit of cost analysis. Development costs would vary from site to site subject to deficiencies or presence of required utilities or sufficient parking. The strengths and weaknesses for development of the 5 sites are: 1. Ohmann Strengths: • Parking already developed, more than sufficient except for overlap of time with EAA evening soccer and softball activity. • Utilities are on site. Weakness: • Displacement of a full size overlay soccer field. • Maintenance minimally on site. 2. Quarry Strengths: • Utilities are on site. Weakness: • Lack of sufficient parking for wading pool patrons. Increased deficiency inparking during evening EAA soccer and baseball activity overlap with pool hours. • Maintenance not regularly on site. 3. Lexington Difiley Strengths: • Sufficient pool patron parking except for time overlap with soccer and softball. • Storm sewer stubbed to new parking lot. • Maintenance regularly on site. Weakness: • Natural gas service is not currently located in the park. • Lack of restroom facility, limitations of portable toilets. 4. Blackhawk: Strengths: • Sufficient pool patron parking • Maintenance regularly in the park. Weakness: • Natural gas service not located in the park. • Sanitary sewer not located in the park. • Depth of parking lot storm sewer. 5. Trapp Farm: Strengths: • Sufficient pool patron parking. • All utilities in the park. • Maintenance regularly In the park. Weakness: • Potential conflict with pavilion/shelter rentals, though perhaps no more so than casual use of the playground. OPERATIONAL ISSUES If the City Council continues to show interest In considering another location for wading pool(s), the Council should consider some of the operational issues associated with them (see below). It would also be appropriate to do a cost analysis of the identified site to further refine the candidate site. The Eagan wading pool opened in May of 1996. - The following is a summary of the operational aspects of the pool derived from approximately 1 %i seasons of use. The "pool season" Is generally considered to be Memorial Day to Labor Day. Backeround The Eagan wading pool is open 7 days a week during the pool season. Monday 12 noon — 2 p.m. (reservation only) 2 p.m. — 7 p.m. Tuesday — Saturday 11 a.m. — 7 p.m. Sunday 1 p.m. — 7 p.m. The period from 12 noon — 2 p.m. on Mondays is set aside for private reservations. A fee of $1.00 a person is charged. Currently there is a waiting list for the next available Monday though cancellations have been few. System The two most common chemicals used for disinfecting pool water are bromine and chlorine. The Eagan pool utilizes a bromine system. Bromine is slightly more expensive than chlorine; however, it is much less likely to be a skin and eye irritant and does not pose the handling risks of chlorine. The bromine is added in tablet form on the input side of the circulation system. When the bather load is heavy, bromine must be "hand fed" Into the system to maintain the appropriate chemical balance. The other common chemical used in the pool is muratic acid or another acid equivalent. The acid is used to maintain the pH in the acceptable range of 7.2 — 8.0. Without the addition of an acid, the pool water would become alkaline due to the bromine, skin excretions and other benign contaminants. Both the acid and bromine are added to the pool through an automated feeding system. The system sensors continually monitor the chemistry of the water and add the appropriate chemical from the storage element. The storage elements are filled manually as necessary by staff. Use of the automated system reduces the likelihood of the pool chemistry becoming unbalanced. Without the automated system the pool would have to be closed to allow for chemical "shocking" of the system. The potential for this problem is greatest during extended periods of high bather load. Pool water is filtered continually through two high rate sand filters. The filters must be cleaned by automatically backwashing every 2 —3 days depending upon use. The water circulating through the pool is heated to 80° by a gas -powered water heating system. Comparable systems, which utilize propane, are available. Electrical systems are costly to operate. The water when drained from the pool must enter an approved sewer system. The current Eagan pool discharges to storm sewer. It is important to note that the system used in the Eagan pool and all other public pools will not prevent contamination by the crytosporidium parasite (Minnesota Zoo). The parasite is spread via human or animal fecal material. Current State Health Department Regulations do not require a specific test for the parasite. Infants in diapers are required to wear rubber pants over the diaper. Should fecal matter enter the pool, the pool must be drained and sanitized. This operation would require 8-10 hours of staff time. I Staffing According to State Regulations, a "trained operator, or a designated alternate trained operator, must be able to respond to emergency, unsafe and unsanitary conditions at any time the pool is open for use." Currently staff from the Eagan Civic Arena services the pool. A staff person is on duty at the Arena during all pool hours. The staff person is also responsible for a variety of Arena duties during the assigned shift. Both the Arena Manager and Assistant Manager have been tested and approved as "Certified Pool Operators." They have provided instruction to all staff assigned to the pool which would appear to meet the requirements of providing "a designated trained operator." Under normal conditions approximately 2 '/s - 3 hours of staff time Is required to adequately maintain the pool. This does not include time spent at the Arena serving In another capacity or being "on-call' to respond to any needs during pool hours. Staff generally services the pool four times during a regular day of pool operation. The time spent to complete a servicing may vary depending upon the conditions. 1) Prepare for opening — 1 — 1 '/i hours - Test pool chemistry - Make appropriate adjustments - Vacuum pool - Backwash filters - Clean deck area - Inspect fences and gates - Miscellaneous other duties according to required standards 2) Inspection #1 (Approximately 1:30 p.m.) —'/s hour - Inspect pool systems - Test pool chemistry (depending upon condition and bather load) - Remove debris 3) Inspection #2 (approximately 4:30 p.m.) — '/z hour - Same as #1 4) Close Pool — '/s - 1 hour - Inspect pool systems - Test pool chemistry — (depending upon conditions and bather load) - Remove debris - Clean deck areas - Lock gates Additional servicing may be required depending upon the conditions and unforeseen circumstances. Amenities Telephone — State regulations require that a telephone be provided or that "a sign placed in plain view must Indicate the location of the nearest telephone available to a pool user and the emergency number." A telephone is available to pool users in the Civic Area. Access to the telephone Is provided during designated pool hours. S Restrooms — There is no specific requirement to provide a restroom facility at a wading pool. However, for the convenience of pool users and to aid with sanitation, especially given the young age of the pool users, a restroom facility Is suggested. It is unclear from Health Department guidelines whether a portable toilet is permissible at a wading pool site. An added issue is, whether a hand washing facility must be provided if a portable toilet is approved. Restrooms are available to pool users in the Civic Arena. Access to the restroom Is provided during regular pool hours. Cost The estimated cost to operate and maintain the Eagan wading pool, including chemicals, utilities and staffing is $9,000 - $10,000 a season. FOR COUNCIL DISCUSSION Staff is seeking additional direction in regard to the Council's earlier directive to study the issue of additional wading pool sites. 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PLAYGROUND It .41 4b AMF4 THEATER cvvmopmEper ITYEAGAN Lo 40mmmmml- SLEDDING M.L W SHELTER 1eSITE �I TRAPP FARM PAVLLK)N W-ULi ,•f•,t••. Revised Schedule July 25, 1997 ec Dec -Mar 17-19 Month 2C 100 INVENTORY & ANALYSIS Res. Parti Complete Land Use Inventory/Mapping Staff Review Past Studies/Plans Staff Inventory & Analysis Work Sessions APC,Staff 200 LAND USE ELEMENT Hesldenaal/Housma Evaluate Existing Goals -Revise Staff/APC Codify Past Land Use Amendments staff Identify Zoning Land Use Inconsistencies staff, APC Concept Plan Alternatives staff, APC Altematives Work Session APC Evaluation staff Industrial Evaluate Existing Goals -Revise Staff/APC Codify Past Land Use Amendments staff Indentify Zoning Land Use Inconsistencies staff, APC Concept Plan Alternatives staff, APC Altematives Work Session APC Evaluation staff Commercial Evaluate Existing Goals -Revise Staff/APC Codify Past Land Use Amendments staff - Indentify Zoning Land Use Inconsistencies staff, APC Concept Plan Altematives staff, APC Alternatives Work Session APC Evaluation staff 300 TRANSPORTATION ELEMENT Review Transporation Flan/Assess :York Areas Needed staff C Hwy 13 Corridor Study cons,staff Hwy149/55/Yankee Study cons,staff Revise Traffic Analysis & Projections cons Transportation Policies staff, cons.,APC,CC 400 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENTIREDEVELOPMENT Review Goals & f argets staff,EDC Develop Policies APC,CC 500 INFRASTRUCTURE ELEMENT SUMMARIES storm hewer Staff Sanitary Sewer Staff Update Flow Projections Consultant Water Quality Consultant, Staff Water Supply & Distribution Staff Parks System Staff 600 PLAN ADOPTION Craft Plan Preparation staff, Cons Review and meeting Staff,CC Prepare Final Plan Staff, APC Public Hearing APC/CC Met. Council Submission Staff Met. Council Amendments Staff,Consultants Final Adoption CC Printing & Distribution Staff H:Wmeselcomplan Exhibit C