HomeMy WebLinkAboutCity Council Ordinance 2012-05CITY OF PLYMOUTH
HENNEPIN COUNTY, MINNESOTA
ORDINANCE N0. 2012-05
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 21 OF THE PLYMOUTH CITY CODE,
ENTITLED THE PLYMOUTH ZONING ORDINANCE (2011080)
THE CITY OF PLYMOUTH ORDAINS:
SECTION 1. Amendment. Section 21005.02 of the Plymouth City Code (RULES AND
DEFINITIONS—DEFINITIONS) is amended by adding, deleting, or changing the following
definitions as follows:
Offices, Administrative/Commercial: A building or portion of a building wherein
services are performed involving predominantly administrative, clerical, commercial, or
corporate, or general office operations. The definition includes offices for counseling services
but does not include offices/clinics for medical, dental, or chiropractic services. (Amended by
Ord. No. 2008-09, 03/25/08)
Restauran Dinin _An
establishment which serves food ' to be consumed primarily while
seated at tables or booths within the building. The definition does not include restaurants that
provide drive-through or drive-in service.
Restaurant, Drive _In An
establishment used for the sale, dispensing or serving of food, refreshments or beverages on the
premises, typically eaten in the customer's vehicle on the site.
Restaurant, Drive -Through: An establishment which
provides drive-through service, and which may serves food i or- on disposable le of edible
min individual servings for consumption on or off the premises.
Restaurant, Prepared Food (delivery or -Ttake Oout): An establishment which by
design of physical facilities, service or packaging procedures permits or- enee ges-the purchase
of prepared, ready -to -eat foods to either be picked up or delivered for off -premise consumption.
(1)
SECTION 2. Amendment. Section 21015.07 of the Plymouth City Code
(ADMINISTRATION – CONDITIONAL USE PERMITS—EXPIRATION) is amended as
follows:
21015.07. EXPIRATION: Unless the City Council specifically approves a different time
when ae4ion is effieially taken on flie Fequest, permits whieh have been issued under- th
3 of this seperiod, the approval of a conditional use permit shall expire withe
one
(}year of -from the date the raeaditional use pefmit iit was approved–e . unless the
applicant has commenced the authorized use; or, unless before die -expiration of the one (4) -year
period;, the applicant submits a written request for an extension thereof.–by
City Code. Thc Such request for an extension shall state f ets n",,,. ing ^d faith a4empt to
eemplete of e o *�� v ,,,,;,+oa i dhe eenditional use pe mit. include the following: 11
an explanation for why the authorized use has not commenced, 2) what, if any, good faith efforts
have been made to commence the authorized use, 3 the anticipated commencement date for the
authorized use, and 4) the signature of the applicant and property owner. A request for an
extension not exceeding one ()-year shall be subject to the review and approval of the Zoning
Administrator. Should a second extension of time or any extension of time longer than one (4)
year be requested by the applicant, it shall be presented to the City Council for a decision.
(Amended by Ord. No. 2009-07, 05/12/09) (Amended by Ord. No. 2010-01, 02/23/10)
SECTION 3. Amendment. Section 21030.06 of the Plymouth City Code
(ADMINISTRATION – VARIANCES—EXPIRATION) is amended as follows:
21030.06. EXPIRATION: _Unless the Board specifically approves a different time WheH
aefien is offieially taken on the request, appreya4s whieh hme been issued tmder the pro
f "s Seefionperiod, the approval of a variance shall expire without f,,.t"a. actio by the Be �l
one O*year of -from
the date t ee- is issued it was approved-,Le , unless the applicant has commenced the
authorized improvement or use: or, unless before the -expiration of the one (-}-year period;, the
applicant shall apply Submits a written request for an extension thereof_ by eampleting an
submitting a request for- extension, ineluding the renewal fee as set fefth in the City Gode. Th
Such request for an extension shall sta e f ets showing a good fi6th aRem„+ to eemplete ^ utilize
the eva4 ..a,. ittea i the var-ia e include the following: 1) an explanation for whythe
variance has not been used 2) what if any, good faith efforts have been made to use the
variance. 3) the anticipated completion date, and 4) the signature of the applicant and property
owner. A request for an extension not exceeding one O*year shall be subject to the review and
approval of the Zoning Administrator. On matters involving a major variance approval, should a
second extension of time or any extension of time longer than one O*year be requested by the
applicant, it shall be presented to the Board for a decision. (Amended by Ord. No. 2010-01,
02/23/10)
(2)
SECTION 4. Amendment. Section 21045.09, Subd. 2 of the Plymouth City Code (SITE
PLAN REVIEW—LAPSE OF APPROVAL) is amended as follows:
Subd. 2. An appheatrrA written request to extend the approval of a site plan for
up to an additional one (Wyear shall be submitted to the Zoning Administrator not less than
dii y (30) days before the expiration of said approval. Such an "ppheatio request for an
extension shall state the faets of the request, showing a good fikh at4empt te utilize the site p!
appr-eva4, an__d_ it. sh-all state the addifiena4 time being requested to begin the pfopesed eenstiuefien
include the following: 1) an explanation for why the improvements have not commenced, 2)
what, if any, good faith efforts have been made to commence the project, 3) additional time
requested and anticipated project completion date, and 4) the signature of the applicant and
property owner. The -A request for an extension not exceeding one year shall be hear
deeided bl -subject to the review and approval of the Zoning Administrator prior- to the lapse 0
A request pertaining to a major project involving a longer
period of time than one (-year or a second request for a time extension of a major project shall
be presented to the City Council for a decision. Additional requests for a time extension of a
minor project may be approved by the Zoning Administrator, subject to the same procedures
established for the first time extension as outlined above. (Amended by Ord. No 2008-09,
03125108) (Amended by Ord. No. 2010-01, 02/23/10)
SECTION 5. Amendment. Section 21105.02 of the Plymouth City Code (GENERAL
BUILDING AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS—DWELLING UNIT RESTRICTION) is
amended as follows:
21105.02. DWELLING UNIT RESTRICTION:
Subd. 1. No model home, garage, tent, accessory building, or recreational camping
vehicle shall at any time be used as living quarters, temporarily or permanently, except as may be
approved in emergency cases by the Zoning Administrator as an administrative permit.
Subd. 2. Tents, play houses or similar structures may be used for play or
recreational purposes.
Subd. 3. Basements and cellars may be used as living quarters or rooms as a portion
of the principal residential dwelling.
Subd. 4. Where renting of rooms to boarders is allowed as an accessory use in a
zoning district, such arrangement shall not be allowed to create a separate or accessory dwelling
unit. Such boarders or renters shall have full access to, and use of, common living spaces, with
no separate entrance or kitchen. Such boarders or renters shall not occupy an accessory structure.
(3)
SECTION 6. Amendment. Section 21105.11, Subd. 3 (c) of the Plymouth City Code
(GENERAL BUILDING AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS—OUTSIDE
STORAGE/DISPLAY) is amended as follows:
(c) Parking of Commercial Vehicles and Commercial Trailers. Up to three (34
commercial vehicles jsuch as delivery and service trucks(12-,000)
perms -with a maximum gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 12,000 pounds, or up to
three commercial trailers with a maximum gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of
12,000 pounds or a combination of commercial vehicles and commercial trailers thereof
totaling three, may be parked without screening if such vehicles or trailers relate to the
principal use. Construction equipments and vehicles or trailers over twely
tleusand{12,000) pounds gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) shall require screening in
compliance with Section 21130 of this Chapter.
SECTION 7. Amendment. Section 21115.04, Subd. 1 of the Plymouth City Code
(GENERAL YARD, LOT AREA AND BUILDING REGULATIONS—YARDS) is amended as
follows:
Subd. 1. The following shall not be considered as encroachments on yard setback
requirements.
(a) Cantilevers up to ten 0 -0) -feet in width, chimneys up to six (6) -feet in width, and
flues, leaders, sills, pilasters, lintels, ornamental features, cornices, eaves, gutters, and the
like, provided they do not project more than two and one ha4f (2 1,12) 30 inches into a
required yard. Window wells and their related covers shall not encroach in existing or
required drainage or utility easements, unless approved by the City Engineer. (Amended
by Ord. No. 2005-01, 01111/05)
(b) Uncovered walkways, uncovered stoops, and uncovered steps within a front yard.
(Amended by Ord. No. 2006-04, 02/07/06) (Amended by Ord. No. 2010-01, 02/23/10)
(c) Terraces, uncovered steps, decks, patios, uncovered porches, uncovered stoops
and similar features that do not extend above the height of the main living level of the
principal structure, provided that in no case shall any such feature be closer than six (6)
feet from a side or rear lot line, or from a front lot line which qualifies as an equivalent
rear or side yard as defined by this Chapter. No encroachment shall be permitted in
existing or required drainage and utility easements, unless approved by the City Engineer.
(Amended by Ord. No. 2002-25, 06/25102) (Amended by Ord. No. 2007-05, 01/23/07)
(Amended by Ord. No. 2010-01, 02123110)
(d) Pursuant to Section 21120 of this Chapter, accessory buildings and structures
including, but not limited to, sheds, play and recreational facilities, private dog kennels,
laundry drying equipment, and gazebos, and „a;.;,,. ing ^.. heating a shall
not be located in a front yard. Such accessory buildings or structures may be located
(4)
within: 1) a rem of side or rear yard, provided they are set baek at least six (6) feet
", lode comply with the minimum side or rear yard setback requirement for accessory
structures as prescribed b, the he applicable district;; and 2) a front yard which qualifies as
an equivalent rear or side yard (as defined by this Chapter) provided they are set back
from such front lot line a distance equal to, or greater than, the minimum front setback
specified for the principal building on the lot, and aFe set back at eas+ six «` feet fro
other- lot lines comply with the minimum side yard setback requirement for accessory
structures, as prescribed b t�pplicable district. No encroachment shall be permitted in
existing or required drainage and utility easements, unless approved by the City Engineer.
(Amended by Ord. No. 2002-25, 06/25/02). (Amended by Ord. No. 2008-09, 03/25/08)
(e) Air conditioning or heating equipment may be located in a side or rear yard,
provided such equipment is set back at least six feet from any lot line. Air conditioning
or heating equipment shall not be located within the front yard area that lies between the
front lot line and the closest wall projection of the principal building to the front lot line,
except that on corner lots or through lots, such equipment may be located within a front
yard area that abuts a side or rear building facade (not the front building facade containing
the main entrance). In no case shall such equipment be permitted to encroach into an
existing or required drainage and utility easement, unless approved by the City Engineer.
SECTION 8. Amendment. Section 21115.09, Subd. 1 of the Plymouth City Code
(GENERAL YARD, LOT AREA AND BUILDING REGULATIONS—SINGLE FAMILY
DWELLINGS) is amended as follows:
Subd.1. Foundation. Dwellings shall be constructed upon a continuous perimeter
foundation, except that the following appurtenant structures may be placed upon pier footings:
(a) Open decks.
(b) Covered porches, provided that the floor height is three (3) -feet or less above
ground level.
(c) Covered porches with a floor height exceeding three (3*feet above ground level,
provided that such porch does not exceed three i.„ma,.ed (300) square feet in area.
(d) Room additions to living area, provided that the floor height is three feet or less
above ground level.
(d)Leh_Room additions to living area with a floor height exceeding three feet above
ground level, net to%eneedirtg-provided that the total- area of such living space does not
exceed 300 square feet4n-mea.
(efl Additionally, the perimeter foundation need not be continuous in the area of an
elevated breezeway or similar architectural feature that connects the home to a garage or
similar structure.
(5)
SECTION 9. Amendment. Section 21120.07 of the Plymouth City Code (ACCESSORY
BUILDINGS, STRUCTURES, AND USES—BUILDING MATERIALS) is amended as follows:
21120.07. BUILDING MATERIALS:
Subd. 1. Except in the FRD Zoning District and except as may be allowed by Subd.
3 of this subsection, all accessory buildings in excess of one htmdr-ed twenty (120) square feet
shall be architecturally consistent with the principal structure, and shall incorporate similar or
complementary design elements, roof pitch, colors, and building materials, except that glass
solariums and greenhouses (attached or detached) shall be exempt from this provision.
Subd. 2. Accessory buildings constructed primarily of canvas, plastic fabric, or
other similar non -permanent building materials shall be prohibited, except that structures used
exclusively as greenhouses shall be exempt from this provision.
Subd. 3. Non-residential uses allowed in the residential districts may be allowed to
have an all metal or fiberglass accessory building in excess of one hundred twenty (120) square
feet by conditional use permit, provided the building is located in the rear yard and is screened
and landscaped from adjacent residentially zoned or used property and public rights-of-way in
accordance with Section 21130 of this Chapter.
SECTION 10. Amendment. Section 21135.06, Subd. 1 of the Plymouth City Code (OFF-
STREET PARKING AND LOADING—OFF-STREET PARKING RESTRICTIONS) is
amended as follows:
Subd.1 Except where otherwise allowed as exterior storage or in a zoning district,
trucks with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of twelve thousand -(12,000) pounds or more,
or greater than this {30) feet in length, as well as contracting or excavating equipment, storage
trailers, and mobile storage compartments shall not be parked, stored or otherwise located on any
property within the City unless being used in conjunction with a temporary service including, but
not limited to, a construction or remodeling project benefiting the premises. Storage trailers or
mobile storage compartments used in conjunction with a temporary service shall be removed
upon completion of the temporary service or within one year from the issuance date of the
building_ permit related to the temporary service, whichever occurs first. (Amended by Ord. No.
99-5, 01/19/99) (Amended by Ord. No. 2001-06, 02/13/01) (Amended by Ord. No. 2005-01,
01/11/05)
(6)
SECTION 11. Amendment. Section 21135.11, Subd. 1 of the Plymouth City Code (OFF-
STREET PARKING AND LOADING—NUMBER OF OFF-STREET PARKING SPACES
REQUIRED) is amended as follows:
USE NUMBER OF PARKING SPACES REQUIRED
Subd. 1. Residential:
Sin a—Famil Dwellings
2) spaces.
Two --Family Dwellings
T -N - 24 spaces per dwelling unit.
Townhouses, Manor Homes
Two and eae4ialf42.5) fee free spaces f f-eas per
dwelling unit, of which twe42) must be enclosed,
plus eee4l) guest parking space for every fe (4)
units.
Apartment Dwellings
Two a 24) fee free spaces €er-ecaeh-per
dwelling unit, of which one -(l) must be enclosed.
Housing for Elderly
One and one half 1.5) spaces f;=—eaeh—per
dwelling unit.
SECTION 12. Amendment. Section 21137 of the Plymouth City Code (PRIVATE DRIVES)
is amended as follows:
SECTION 21137 — PRIVATE DRIVES
21137.01. PERFORMANCE STANDARDS: In conjunction with the review of e -two-
family or multiple -family residential plats, the City Council may approve private drives that
serve more than one dwelling unit, provided that all of the following conditions are met.
Subd. 1. The City Council finds that any such private drive is deemed necessary to
allow reasonable development of a particular site, and that such private drive is not allowed or
intended to be a substitute for the public street system.
Subd. 2. Any such private drive shall not exceed + wee ,,undr-ed'300) feet in length
unless it forms a continuous connection or loops back to a public street. Any such private drive
over ene i„mdr-ed fia<, (150) feet in length that does not form a continuous connection or loop
back to a public street shall provide a turn -around at or near its terminus, in accordance with City
specifications_
Subd. 3. Any such private drive shall gain access only from streets classified as
"local" or "minor collector" by the City's Comprehensive Plan.
Subd. 4. Any such private drive shall gain access from the public street via a 20 -
foot long concrete driveway apron with cross gutter, or other material as may be approved by the
(7)
City Council. The remaining portion of the private drive shall be designed, constructed, and
surfaced in such a manner, as approved by the City Council, to distinguish it from a public street.
Subd. 5. Any such private drive shall be a minimum of twenty 20) feet wide and a
maximum of twen4y two (224 feet wide. No parking shall be allowed on the private drive,
however, guest parking spaces may be required to be installed adjacent to the private drive, as
determined by the City Council.
Subd. 6. Individual unit driveways that gain access from any such private drive
shall be a minimum of twenty two (22) feet in length.
Subd. 7. Approval of any such private drive shall not be granted if the private drive
is to be placed within a separate lot.
Subd. 8. A decorative sign stating "Private Drive" shall be located near each
entrance to any such private drive. Such sign shall also provide the range of addresses served by
the private drive. Such sign shall not exceed eight (8) -square feet in area or five (-feet in
height, pursuant to Section 21155.06, Subd. 2 (f) of this Chapter.
Subd. 9. Signage stating "No Parking – Fire Lane" shall be placed along the private
drive in locations as approved by the City Fire Inspector.
Subd. 10. A homeowners association agreement or other instrument acceptable to
the City shall be required to ensure that any such private drive remains "private" in perpetuity.
Such instrument shall require mandatory participation of all homeowners that have access via the
private drive, shall include the requirement for creation of a fund to address maintenance, snow
removal, and future reconstruction of the private drive in accord with City specifications. A copy
of such instrument shall be filed with the City as a matter of public record.
SECTION 13. Amendment. Section 21155.05, Subd. 17 of the Plymouth City Code (SIGN
REGULATIONS—GENERAL REGULATIONS AND RESTRICTIONS) is amended as
follows:
Subd. 17. No temporary or permanent sign shall be tacked, or otherwise attached to
trees, fences, utility poles, light posts, or other such structures or supports, unless expressly
permitted by this Section or other law. This prohibition includes signs or sign panels attached to
outdoor athletic field fences.
(8)
SECTION 14. Amendment. Section 21155.06, Subd. 3 of the Plymouth City Code (SIGN
REGULATIONS—DISTRICT REQUIREMENTS) is amended as follows:
Subd. 3. O, Office District. Signs are accessory to permitted, conditional, and
interim uses in the O District. Only the f llewing signs listed in this subdivision are permitted in
this district, unless otherwise specifically provided in this Section:. Residential uses in the O
district shall be allowed to have the signage as provided for in Section 21155.06 Subd. 2. Non-
residential uses in the O district shall be allowed to have the following signage:
(a) All signs permitted in Section 21155.06, Subd. 1.
(b) Freestanding Signs. One (4) -freestanding sign not
exceeding si�64) square feet in surface area, and
maximum height of sixteen (16) feet. The sign shall be set back
at least tea -(10) feet from lot lines. The sign may include a
changeable copy sign or an electronic changeable copy sign
subject to the following:
Freestavidhg Sign
Max. 64 sq. ft.
16'
Max
1
(1) The portion of the sign containing changeable copy or electronic
changeable copy shall be an integral part of the sign or shall be directly connected
to the non -changeable copy portion of the sign.
(2) The color of electronic text shall be white or amber with a contrasting dark
background.
(3) For properties with more than one (-l-)-abutting roadway, a sign with
electronic elements shall be located on the highest classification roadway.
(4) Only one (}-sign with electronic elements shall be permitted per lot. F-ef
developments with two ,frJ VT more lets, only one (1) sign with.
eleetT-Vi1V elements sha l be t,it4eper- de ele ea (Amended by Ord. No.
2009-07, 05/12/09)
(c) Wall Signage.
(1) Wall signage shall be «.o,•mifte on one -all; nv=v`rGver-, lets with fr-entage
en twe- or- -more stfeeiS may hay ease fik l4l per$t•eeti fFentage. Seeh
shall met exeeed fifty (50' - +in suFfaeeicy t.
e€ flh Area of the-wewwge-h-n is attaehed, w iehe;'eiis geater-; and-,
Allowable uses and business establishments may have wall signage provided that:
a. Any such wall signage shall not extend more than eighteen (18)
inches from the faee-ethe -building, except that such signage may extend
from the face of the roof over a covered walk, or from a marquee,
(9)
pre- provided the signage does not extend above the roof line -or
parapet of said building. (Amended by Ord. No. 99-5, 01/19/99)
b. t, or smgie-tenant
buildings, wall signage—shall Max. 50 zq. f"t M ° PNVMI of Wdi
be permitted on one wall; wOM SIO. -
however, lots with frontage o D 0 a Q Q 0 a Q
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have signage on one wall per
street frontage. Such wall signage shall not exceed 50 square feet in
surface area or five percent of the area of the wall to which the signage is
attached, whichever iserg_ater.
C. For multi -tenant buildings wall stege shall be permitted on one
wall; however, lots with frontage on two or more streets may have signage
on one wall per street frontage. Such wall signage shall not exceed five
percent of the area of the wall to which the signage is attached. The
exception to the limit on the number of building walls that are allowed to
have signage is as follows: a tenant may have one wall sign located near
their primary building_ entrance even if wall signage would otherwise be
precluded from that building wall provided that such signage does not
exceed five percent of the wall area of the related tenant space.
d In addition to the wall signage allowed above, one wall sign shall
be allowed per building tenant provided such sign is located at or adjacent
to a loading dock or service entrance is not internally illuminated, and
contains four square feet or less in surface area.
e All wall signage shall be reviewed by the building ownership or
management who shall provide a written endorsement at the time
apylication is made for the sign permit.
(2) Canopies shall be considered to be an
integral part of the structure to which they are
accessory. Signs may be attached to a canopy, but
such structures shall not be considered as part of the
wall area, and thus shall not warrant additional sign
area. Canopy signage shall be deducted from the
permitted wall signage area.
(3) Window signage (includes graphics) shall
be permitted on the same building walls that
have, or are allowed to have, wall signage
pursuant to item (1) above. Window signage
Up fo 50%of Window.—
shall be deducted from the allowable wall ^reoAlwx
signage area, however, in no case shall window
(10)
signage cover more than €ice{50) percent of the area of the windows on the
respective building wall.
(d) Area Identification Signs.
(1) Area identification signage shall be permitted for commercial
developments with two or more structures.
(2) The area identification signage shall be located near entrances to the
development, except that one (}area identification sign does not need to be
located near an entrance to the project or subdivision provided it is located along
an abutting arterial or major collector roadway.
(3) Two (*area identification signs, not exceeding
"r-tX32) square feet in surface area per sign, or ten
(10) feet in height, may be permitted per development.
An area identification sign shall be located at least ten
( 10) feet from lot lines.
(4) When such signs are proposed and constructed by an individual or firm
other than the individual or association who will be responsible for the
maintenance, there shall be a covenant prepared by the proponent establishing
responsibility for the maintenance of the sign or signs over the entire project or
subdivision, to be approved by the City Attorney, and to be recorded on the
property title(s) prior to issuance of the sign permit. Further, appropriate
easements shall be provided for the approved signs on the lot or lots where the
signs are to be located; the easements shall be recorded prior to the issuance of the
sign permit. (Amended by Ord. No. 2009-07, 05/12/09)
(5) No area identification sign shall contain a changeable copy sign, an
electronic changeable copy sign, or a time and temperature sign.
(€e) Temporary Signs.
(1) Special Event Signs. For
single -tenant buildings and multi -
tenant buildings with two (oto
four (4) lease -spaces, one
temporary sign may be mounted on
a portable stand, with a maximum
surface area not exceeding y-
tw&432) square feet, or may be a
wall sign subject to the same size
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(4) When such signs are proposed and constructed by an individual or firm
other than the individual or association who will be responsible for the
maintenance, there shall be a covenant prepared by the proponent establishing
responsibility for the maintenance of the sign or signs over the entire project or
subdivision, to be approved by the City Attorney, and to be recorded on the
property title(s) prior to issuance of the sign permit. Further, appropriate
easements shall be provided for the approved signs on the lot or lots where the
signs are to be located; the easements shall be recorded prior to the issuance of the
sign permit. (Amended by Ord. No. 2009-07, 05/12/09)
(5) No area identification sign shall contain a changeable copy sign, an
electronic changeable copy sign, or a time and temperature sign.
(€e) Temporary Signs.
(1) Special Event Signs. For
single -tenant buildings and multi -
tenant buildings with two (oto
four (4) lease -spaces, one
temporary sign may be mounted on
a portable stand, with a maximum
surface area not exceeding y-
tw&432) square feet, or may be a
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standards as the permanent wall signage allowed for the use. Such signs must be
located on the subject property and may be used not more than four (4) -times per
calendar year, and for a period of not more than feau4een-(14) days per time. For
multi -tenant buildings with five (5) -or more lease -spaces, each tenant shall be
permitted one such sign per calendar year, except that tenants may be permitted
more than one such sign per calendar year upon written authorization of the
property owner or designated manager - provided that such temporary signage
shall not exceed the total number allowed for the building within the calendar
year. Any such temporary signage shall be the responsibility of the property
owner or designated manager who shall endorse in writing, all applications for
sign permits. The owner or manager of the sign and the property owner shall be
equally responsible for the proper location, maintenance, and removal of the sign.
The sign, sign supports, and portable stand shall be removed from public view at
the end of the period. No such temporary signage shall be allowed on any lot that
has a changeable copy sign or an electronic changeable copy sign, excluding such
signs that exclusively display fuel prices. (Amended by Ord. No. 2009-07,
05/12/09) (Amended by Ord. No. 2010-01, 02/23/10) (Amended by Ord. No.
2011-05, 02/22/11)
(2) Transient Merchant Signs. One (0 -temporary sign for transient
merchants and transient produce merchants. The sign shall not exceed sixteen
(16) square feet in surface area, and shall not exceed &k46) feet in height. The
sign shall be set back at least ten410) feet from lot lines and shall be erected only
during the period of transient sales as defined by the administrative permit.
(3) Real Estate Signs, On -Premise. One O+temporary
sign announcing the development, the availability of lots
and/or buildings, the sale, rent, or lease of land, of primary
buildings, and of areas within primary buildings shall have
a surface area not exceeding noir.-(96) square feet,
shall be located on the subject property, and shall be
removed when the intended purpose has been fulfilled. If
the sign is freestanding, it shall be set back at least ten
(10) feet from lot lines, and shall not be located in any
required side or rear yard. The owner or manager of the
sign and the owner of the land, shall be equally
responsible for the proper location, maintenance, and
ultimate removal of the sign.
For Sal¢
Or
Lease
Nqx. 96 sq. tt.
3G
AAax
SECTION 15. Amendment. Section 21155.06, Subd. 4 of the Plymouth City Code (SIGN
REGULATIONS—DISTRICT REQUIREMENTS) is amended as follows:
Subd. 4. Other Commercial Districts. Signs are accessory to permitted, interim,
and conditional uses in the C-1, C-2, C-3, C-4, C-5, and B -C Districts. Only the following signs
(12)
are permitted in these districts, unless otherwise specifically provided in this Section: (Amended
by Ord. No. 2000-09, 03121100)
(a) All signs permitted in Section 21155.06, Subd. 1.
(b) Wall Signage.
(1) Allowable uses and business establishments, ineluding individual business
and tenants in mu4ti tenafA eefamer-eial buildings, may have wall signage=
provided that:
a. Any such wall signage shall not extend more than eighteen (18)
inches from the building, except that such signage may extend from the
face of the roof over a covered walk, or from a marquee, provided the
signage does not extend above the roof or parapet of said building.
b. For single -tenant
buildings, Wwall signage
shall be permitted on one
wall; however, lots with
frontage on two or more
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0
streets may have signage '
on one wall per street frontage. Such wall signage shall not exceed ten
O*percent of the area of the wall to which the signage is attached.
C. For multi -tenant buildings, wall signage shall be permitted on one
wall; however, lots with frontage on two or more streets may have signage
on one wall per street frontage. Such wall signage shall not exceed ten
percent of the area of the wall to which the signage is attached. The
exception to the limit on the number of building walls that are allowed to
have signage is as follows: a tenant may have one wall sign located near
their primary building entrance even if wall signage would otherwise be
precluded from that building wall, provided that such signage does not
exceed five percent of the wall area of the related tenant space.
d. In addition to the wall signage allowed above, one wall sign shall
be allowed per buildingtenant provided such sign is located at or adjacent
to a loading dock or service entrance, is not internally illuminated, and
contains four square feet or less in surface area.
e. All such signs wall signage shall be reviewed by the building
ownership or management who shall provide a written endorsement at the
time application is made for the sign permit.
(2) Canopies shall be considered to be an
integral part of the structure to which they are
(13)
accessory. Signs may be attached to a canopy, but such structures shall not be
considered as part of the wall area, and thus shall not warrant additional sign area.
Canopy signage shall be deducted from the permitted wall signage area. Canopies
for motor vehicle fuel sales that do not include a convenience market on the lot
shall be permitted separate signage. Such signage may occur on all faces of the
canopy and shall not exceed 244 square feet in surface area or twew
(20) percent of the face of the canopy to which the signs are attached, whichever
is greater. (Amended by Ord. No. 2001-25, 08/14/01)
(3) Window signage (includes graphics) shall
be permitted on the same building walls that have,
or are allowed to have, wall signage pursuant to
item (1) above. Window signage shall be
deducted from the allowable wall signage area,
however, in no case shall window signage cover
more than x(50) percent of the area of the
windows on the respective building wall.
(Amended by Ord. No. 2010-01, 02/23/10)
(c) Freestanding Signs.
(1) One }-}-freestanding sign not to exceed one
fid --(100) square feet in surface area or "Ety-si
(36) feet in height, and set back at least ten4l0) feet from
lot lines.
(2) The freestanding sign may contain a time and
temperature sign, a changeable copy sign, an electronic
changeable copy sign, or an electronic graphic display
sign, subject to the following restrictions:
a. The portion of the sign containing
changeable copy (electronic or not) or electronic
T,q,-
36
Freestanding Sign
Max 100 squats fat
graphic display shall be an integral part of the sign or shall be directly
connected to the non -changeable copy portion of the sign.
b. The electronic portion of the sign shall not exceed sixty -fi� 64)
square feet.
C. For properties with more than one (4*abutting roadway, a sign
with electronic elements shall be located on the highest classification
roadway.
d. Only one O*sign with electronic elements shall be permitted per
lot. a a, with t (2)or- mer -e str e4w an&or- lots pA
(14)
ene (1) sign with eleetfenie elements shall be pet:fflit4ed per- developm
(Amended by Ord. No. 2009-07, 05112/09)
(Amended by Ord. No. 2000-06, 02/29/00) (Amended by Ord. No. 2005-30,
11/29/05)
(d) In addition to the freestanding sign above, restaurant uses in the C-3 and C-4
districts with a drive-through facility may have up to two Wadditional signs, subject to
the following conditions:
(1) The combined surface area of
the two signs shall not exceed €e4y
(40) square feet.
(2) Neither sign shall exceed eight
(Wfeet in height from grade to the top
of the sign.
r
Akenu Sign e
�I
o.aww r 1
sign
77Ma*x
of Both Sigm
Com bind - 40 sq. ff.
(3) The sign(s) shall be single -sided, located adjacent to the drive-
through aisle, and oriented so that the signs provide information to the
patrons using the drive-through facility only.
(4) If two signs are used, they shall be similarly designed with the
same style, materials and color.
(5) Extenders shall not be attached to any sign if the maximum size
allowed in (1) or (2) above would be exceeded.
(Amended by Ord. No. 99-5, 01/19/99) (Amended by Ord. No. 2003-06, 03/25/03)
(Amended by Ord. No. 2009-07, 05/12/09)
(e) Area Identification Signs.
(1) Area identification signage shall be permitted for commercial
developments with two or more structures.
(2) The area identification signage shall be located
near entrances to the development, except that one (4)
area identification sign does not need to be located near
an entrance to the project or subdivision provided it is
located along an abutting arterial or major collector
roadway. (Amended by Ord. No. 2002-02, 01/22/02)
(3) Two Warea identification signs, not exceeding fl+44-y twe-(32) square feet
in surface area per sign, or tee—(10) feet in height, may be permitted per
(15)
Max. 32 sq. ft .
T
21'n
Id errcaion
10'
Si n
Max
(3) Two Warea identification signs, not exceeding fl+44-y twe-(32) square feet
in surface area per sign, or tee—(10) feet in height, may be permitted per
(15)
development. An area identification sign shall be located at least ten410) feet
from lot lines.
(4) When such signs are proposed and constructed by an individual or firm
other than the individual or association who will be responsible for the
maintenance, there shall be a covenant prepared by the proponent establishing
responsibility for the maintenance of the sign or signs over the entire project or
subdivision, to be approved by the City Attorney, and to be recorded on the
property title(s) prior to issuance of the sign permit. Further, appropriate
easements shall be provided for the approved signs on the lot or lots where the
signs are to be located; the easements shall be recorded prior to the issuance of the
sign permit. (Amended by Ord. No. 2009-07, 05/12/09)
(5) No area identification sign shall contain a changeable copy sign, an
electronic changeable copy sign, a time and temperature sign, or an electronic
graphic display sign.
(f) Temporary Signs.
(1) Special Event Signs. For single -
tenant buildings and multi -tenant
buildings with two Wto four (4) -lease -
spaces, one temporary sign may be
mounted on a portable stand, with a
maximum surface area not exceeding
tlfttt"32) square feet, or may be a
wall sign subject to the same size standards
as the permanent wall signage allowed for
the use. Such signs must be located on the
subject property and may be used not more
than four (4) -times per calendar year, and
for a period of not more than feuAeea (14)
days per time. For multi -tenant buildings
VV five (mor more lease -spaces, each
tenant shall be permitted one such sign per calendar year, except that tenants may
be permitted more than one such sign per calendar year upon written authorization
of the property owner or designated manager — provided that such temporary
signage shall not exceed the total number allowed for the building within the
calendar year. Any such temporary signage shall be the responsibility of the
property owner or designated manager who shall endorse in writing, all
applications for sign permits. The owner or manager of the sign and the property
owner shall be equally responsible for the proper location, maintenance, and
removal of the sign. The sign, sign supports, and portable stand shall be removed
from public view at the end of the period. No such temporary signage shall be
allowed on any lot that has a changeable copy sign, an electronic changeable copy
sign, or an electronic graphic display sign, excluding such signs that exclusively
(16)
display fuel prices. (Amended by Ord. No. 2009-07, 05/12/09) (Amended by Ord.
No. 2010-01, 02/23/10) (Amended by Ord. No. 2011-05, 02/22/11)
(2) Transient Merchant Signs. One O*temporary sign for transient merchants
and transient produce merchants. The sign shall not exceed sixteen X16) square
feet in surface area, and shall not exceed 4*46) feet in height. The sign shall be
set back at least tex410) feet from lot lines and shall be erected only during the
period of transient sales as defined by the administrative permit.
(3) Real Estate Signs, On -Premise. One (}temporary
sign announcing the development, the availability of lots
and/or buildings, the sale, rent, or lease of land, of primary
buildings, and of areas within primary buildings shall have
a surface area not exceeding aiaet,six 96) square feet,
shall be located on the subject property, and shall be
removed when the intended purpose has been fulfilled. If
the sign is freestanding, it shall be set back at least ten410)
feet from lot lines. The owner or manager of the sign and
the owner of the land, shall be equally responsible for the
proper location, maintenance, and ultimate removal of the
sign. (Amended by Ord. No. 2000-06, 02/29/00)
For Sale
Or
Lease
Max 96sq. N.
36
Max
SECTION 16. Amendment. Section 21155.06, Subd. 5 of the Plymouth City Code (SIGN
REGULATIONS—DISTRICT REQUIREMENTS) is amended as follows:
Subd. 5. CC (City Center) Districts. Signs are accessory to permitted, interim, and
conditional uses in the CC -P, CC -R & E, and CC -OT & R Districts. Only the following signs
are permitted in these districts, unless otherwise specifically provided in this Section:
(a) All signs permitted in Section 21155.06, Subd. 1.
(b) Wall signage:
(1) Allowable uses and business establishments, ineluding individual business
and tenants in muki tenant W buildings, may have wall signage,
provided that:
a. Any -such wall signage shall not extend more than eighteen (184
inches from the building, except that such signage may extend from the
face of the roof over a covered walk, or from a marquee, provided the
signage does not extend above the roof or parapet of said building.
b. For sin a -tenant
buildings, Wwall signage
shall be permitted on one
(17)
� w■ i, r1 � � w w• ��
wall; however, lots with frontage on two or more streets may have signage
on one wall per street frontage. Such wall signage shall not exceed ten
(1-0) percent of the area of the wall to which the signage is attached.
C. For multi -tenant buildings, wall signage shall be permitted on one
wall; however, lots with frontage on two or more streets may have signage
on one wall per street frontage. Such wall signage shall not exceed ten
percent of the area of the wall to which the signage is attached. The
exception to the limit on the number of building walls that are allowed to
have signage is as follows: a tenant may have one wall sign located near
their primary building entrance even if wall signage would otherwise be
precluded from that building wall, provided that such signage does not
exceed five percent of the wall area of the related tenant space.
d. In addition to the wall signage allowed above, one wall sign shall
be allowed per buildingtenant enant provided such sign is located at or adjacent
to a loading dock or service entrance, is not internally illuminated, and
contains four square feet or less in surface area.
e. All s���signs wall signage shall be reviewed by the building
ownership or management who shall provide a written endorsement at the
time application is made for the sign permit.
(2) Canopies shall be considered to be an
integral part of the structure to which they are
accessory. Signs may be attached to a canopy, but
such structures shall not be considered as part of the
wall area, and thus shall not warrant additional sign
area. Canopy signage shall be deducted from the
permitted wall signage area. Canopies for motor
vehicle fuel sales that do not include a convenience market on the lot shall be
permitted separate signage. Such signage may occur on all faces of the canopy
and shall not exceed twenty four- (24) square feet in surface area or twenty (20)
percent of the face of the canopy to which the signs are attached, whichever is
greater.
(3) Window signage (includes graphics) shall
be permitted on the same building walls that
have, or are allowed to have, wall signage
pursuant to item (1) above. Window signage
shall be deducted from the allowable wall
signage area, however, in no case shall window
signage cover more than €rfry-(50) percent of the
area of the windows on the respective building wall.
(Amended by Ord. No. 2010-01, 02/23/10)
(18)
Up to 50% of widow inflow —
Subj"tto Wall Area nkoc _ 51 n
(c) Freestanding Signs:
(1) CC -R & E and CC -OT & R: One O*monument
sign shall be permitted per lot, provided the height shall Max. 32 sq. ft.
not exceed tear -(10) feet, and the surface area of the sign T Monument
shall not exceed tkift-y-two (32) square feet. Such lo' ign
signage shall be set back at least terr(10) feet from all lot Max
lines. The monument sign may include a changeable 1
copy sign or an electronic changeable copy sign,
provided the color of electronic text on electronic
changeable copy signs shall be white or amber with a contrasting dark
background. For properties that abut more than one (1 -)-roadway, a sign with
electronic elements shall be located on the highest classification roadway.
(2) CC -P: One (I) --monument sign shall be
permitted per lot, provided the height shall not exceed
tefi--(10) feet, and the surface area of the sign shall not Mac 64 sq• ft.
exceed sixty fouf 64) square feet. Such signage shall T Monument
be set back at least ten -(10) feet from all lot lines. The lo' sign
monument sign may include a changeable copy sign, Max
an electronic changeable copy sign, or an electronic 1 _
graphic display sign, provided it is set back at least
fifteen (15) feet from all lot lines and the color of
electronic text on electronic changeable copy signs shall be white or amber with a
contrasting dark background.
(3) For properties directly abutting Highway 55, one
freestanding sign not exceeding €hfrty-six (36) feet in
height shall be permitted per lot in lieu of the monument
sign identified in (1) above, provided the surface area of
the sign shall not exceed ene i,• adr-ea '100) square feet.
Any such freestanding sign shall be located between
Highway 55 and the building, and shall be setback at
least ten410) feet from all lot lines. The sign may
include a changeable copy sign or an electronic
changeable copy sign, subject to the following
restrictions:
i+.i,naiait copy
e.t—k Lhmge4ble
Mesmge
Mux, 64 sq— feet
36'
Fmostading Sign
#4x wo square fast
a. The color of electronic text on electronic changeable copy signs
shall be white or amber with a contrasting dark background.
b. The electronic portion of the sign shall not exceed sixt), four (64)
square feet.
(19)
(d)
(e)
C. Only one (4*sign with electronic elements shall be permitted per
lot. For- .leyel,,..,...e..ts with two (2)or- more stn.,, tales n,,&er- lets, enA
one ( 1) �_g_ with o_e_tfo___ elements shall be petnitte
1 1l11V 114.
(Amended by Ord. No. 2009-07, 05/12/09)
Area Identification Signs:
(,1) Area identification signage shall be permitted for commercial
developments with two or more structures.
(2) The area identification signage shall be located near entrances to the
development, except that one (Warea identification sign does not need to be
located near an entrance to the project or subdivision provided it is located along
an abutting arterial or major collector roadway.
(3) Two (2) --area identification signs, not exceeding
t 432) square feet in surface area per sign, or ten
(10) feet in height, may be permitted per development.
An area identification sign shall be located at least Wn
(10) feet from lot lines.
(4) When such signs are proposed and constructed by an individual or firm
other than the individual or association who will be responsible for the
maintenance, there shall be a covenant prepared by the proponent establishing
responsibility for the maintenance of the sign or signs over the entire project or
subdivision, to be approved by the City Attorney, and to be recorded on the
property title(s) prior to issuance of the sign permit. Further, appropriate
easements shall be provided for the approved signs on the lot or lots where the
signs are to be located; the easements shall be recorded prior to the issuance of the
sign permit. (Amended by Ord. No. 2009-07, 05/12/09)
(5) No area identification sign shall contain a changeable copy sign, an
electronic changeable copy sign, or a time and temperature sign.
Temporary Signs:
(1) Special Event Signs. For single -
tenant buildings and multi -tenant
buildings with two Wto four (4) -lease -
spaces, one temporary sign may be
mounted on a portable stand, with a
maximum surface area not exceeding y-
tw&432) square feet, or may be a wall sign
subject to the same size standards as the
permanent wall signage allowed for the use.
Such signs must be located on the subject
(20)
K
'` P�PTAoLE
MwL10 percent of wall area
Pt
oo er
g 0000
0DT0000U
aV n+ �" no, Au -
Max. 32 sq. ft.
TIdArea
enF if icaF ian
10'
5i n
Max
(4) When such signs are proposed and constructed by an individual or firm
other than the individual or association who will be responsible for the
maintenance, there shall be a covenant prepared by the proponent establishing
responsibility for the maintenance of the sign or signs over the entire project or
subdivision, to be approved by the City Attorney, and to be recorded on the
property title(s) prior to issuance of the sign permit. Further, appropriate
easements shall be provided for the approved signs on the lot or lots where the
signs are to be located; the easements shall be recorded prior to the issuance of the
sign permit. (Amended by Ord. No. 2009-07, 05/12/09)
(5) No area identification sign shall contain a changeable copy sign, an
electronic changeable copy sign, or a time and temperature sign.
Temporary Signs:
(1) Special Event Signs. For single -
tenant buildings and multi -tenant
buildings with two Wto four (4) -lease -
spaces, one temporary sign may be
mounted on a portable stand, with a
maximum surface area not exceeding y-
tw&432) square feet, or may be a wall sign
subject to the same size standards as the
permanent wall signage allowed for the use.
Such signs must be located on the subject
(20)
K
'` P�PTAoLE
MwL10 percent of wall area
Pt
oo er
g 0000
0DT0000U
aV n+ �" no, Au -
property and may be used not more than four O*times per calendar year, and for a
period of not more than €e�een (14) days per time. For multi -tenant buildings
with five (5) -or more lease -spaces, each tenant shall be permitted one such sign
per calendar year, except that tenants may be permitted more than one such sign
per calendar year upon written authorization of the property owner or designated
manager – provided that such temporary signage shall not exceed the total number
allowed for the building within the calendar year. Any such temporary signage
shall be the responsibility of the property owner or designated manager who shall
endorse in writing, all applications for sign permits. The owner or manager of the
sign and the property owner shall be equally responsible for the proper location,
maintenance, and removal of the sign. The sign, sign supports, and portable stand
shall be removed from public view at the end of the period. No such temporary
signage shall be allowed on any lot that has a changeable copy sign, an electronic
changeable copy sign, or an electronic graphic display sign, excluding such signs
that exclusively display fuel prices. (Amended by Ord. No. 2009-07, 05/12/09)
(Amended by Ord. No. 2010-01, 02/23110) (Amended by Ord. No 2011-05,
02/22/11)
(2) Transient Merchant Signs. One )-temporary sign for transient merchants
and transient produce merchants. The sign shall not exceed sixteen (16) square
feet in surface area, and shall not exceed si* (6) feet in height. The sign shall be
set back at least tei+(10) feet from lot lines and shall be erected only during the
period of transient sales as defined by the administrative permit.
(3) Real Estate Signs, On -Premise. One 0+temporary
sign announcing the development, the availability of lots
and/or buildings, the sale, rent, or lease of land, of primary
buildings, and of areas within primary buildings shall have
a surface area not exceeding ninety six (96) square feet,
shall be located on the subject property, and shall be
removed when the intended purpose has been fulfilled. If
the sign is freestanding, it shall be set back at least *n410)
feet from lot lines. The owner or manager of the sign and
the owner of the land shall be equally responsible for the
proper location, maintenance, and ultimate removal of the
sign.
For Sale
Or
Lease
Max. 96 sq. ft.
36'
Max
SECTION 17. Amendment. Section 21155.06, Subd. 6 of the Plymouth City Code (SIGN
REGULATIONS—DISTRICT REQUIREMENTS) is amended as follows:
Subd. 6 Industrial Districts. Signs are accessory to permitted and conditional uses in the
I-1, I-2 and I-3 Districts. Only the following signs are permitted in giis-these districts unless
otherwise specifically provided in this Section:
(a) All signs permitted in Section 21155.06, Subd. 1.
(21)
(b) Wall Signage.
(1) Allowable uses and business establishments,
and tenants in midti tenant W buildings, may have wall signage=
provided that:
a. Any such wall signage shall not extend more than eighteen (18)
inches from the building, except that such signage may extend from the
face of the roof over a covered walk, or from a marquee, provided the
signage does not extend above the roof or parapet of said building.
b. For single -tenant
buildings, Suresh wall
signage shall be permitted
on one wall; however, lots
with frontage on two or
more streets may have
signage on one wall per street frontage. Such wall signage shall not
exceed ten 04) -percent of the area of the wall to which the signage is
attached.
C. For multi -tenant buildings, wall signage shall be permitted on one
wall; however, lots with frontage on two or more streets may have signage
on one wall per street frontage. Such wall signage shall not exceed ten
percent of the area of the wall to which the signage is attached. The
exception to the limit on the number of building walls that are allowed to
have signage is as follows: a tenant may have one wall sign located near
their primary building entrance even if wall signage would otherwise be
precluded from that building wall, provided that such signage does not
exceed five percent of the wall area of the related tenant space.
d. In addition to the wall signage allowed above, one wall sign, shall
be allowed per building tenant provided such sign is located at or adjacent
to a loading dock or service entrance, is not internally illuminated, and
contains four square feet or less in surface area.
C. All siieh signs wall signage shall be reviewed by the building
ownership or management who shall provide a written endorsement at the
time application is made for the sign permit.
(2) Canopies shall be considered to be an
integral part of the structure to which they are
accessory. Signs may be attached to a canopy, but
such structures shall not be considered as part of the
wall area, and thus shall not warrant additional sign
(22)
area. Canopy signage shall be deducted from the permitted wall signage area.
(3) Window signage (includes graphics) shall
be permitted on the same building walls that
have, or are allowed to have, wall signage
pursuant to item (1) above. Window signage
shall be deducted from the allowable wall
signage area; however, in no case shall window
signage cover more than y (50) percent of the
area of the windows on the respective building wall.
(Amended by Ord. No. 2010-01, 02/23110)
(c) Freestanding Signs. One (--freestanding sign not
exceeding one htmd.ea (100) square feet in surface area or
thiAy-si* (36) feet in height, and is set back at least x(10)
feet from lot lines. The surface area of the sign may be
increased to a maximum of one hundfed sixty (160) square
feet for industrial developments of over twee- ( 20) acres.
The sign may include a changeable copy sign or an electronic
changeable copy sign subject to the following:
(1) The portion of the sign containing changeable
copy or electronic changeable copy shall be an integral
part of the sign or shall be directly connected to the
non -changeable copy portion of the sign.
(2) The color of electronic text shall be white or amber with a contrasting dark
background.
(3) The electronic portion of the sign shall not exceed cid-64) square
feet.
(4) For properties with more than one (Wabutting roadway, a sign with
electronic elements shall be located on the highest classification roadway.
(5) Only one (4 -sign with electronic elements shall be permitted per lot. F'of
develepmea4s with two (2) or- more str-uetffes andler- lots, efAiy efte (1) sign w
eleet., nie elements shall be permittedper- deve ,,,..,.,o„*. (Amended by Ord. No.
2009-07, 05/12/09)
(d) Area Identification Signs.
(1) Area identification signage shall be permitted for industrial developments
with two or more structures.
(23)
(e)
(2) The area identification signage shall be located at the entrance to the
development.
(3) Two (}-area identification signs, not exceeding
thifty-ywv - 32) square feet in surface area per sign, or ten
(10) feet in height, may be permitted per development.
An area identification sign shall be located at least ten
(10) feet from lot lines.
(4) When such signs are proposed and constructed by an individual or firm
other than the individual or association who will be responsible for the
maintenance, there shall be a covenant prepared by the proponent establishing
responsibility for the maintenance of the sign or signs over the entire project or
subdivision, to be approved by the City Attorney, and to be recorded on the
property title(s) prior to issuance of the sign permit. Further, appropriate
easements shall be provided for the approved signs on the lot or lots where the
signs are to be located; the easements shall be recorded prior to the issuance of the
sign permit. (Amended by Ord. No. 2009-07, 05/12/09)
(5) No area identification sign shall contain a changeable copy sign, an
electronic changeable copy sign, or a time and temperature sign.
Temporary Signs.
(1) Special Event Signs. For single -
tenant buildings and multi -tenant
four (4) -lease -
buildings with two Wto
M—. a s�... feel fs. Fiw 0 ang heFaYe :tips
spaces, one temporary sign may be — --
mounted on a portable stand, with a
maximum surface area not to exceed
thirty-twe432) square feet, or may be a
wall sign subject to the same size standards as
the permanent wall signage allowed for the
use. Such signs must be located on the
subject property and may be used not more
than four (4) -times per calendar year, and for
a period of not more than fetn#een (14) days
ld' 4-U fi
Max 10 percent of wall area
0 0 Co Q
per hme. For multi -tenant bul mgs wl ve
(5) -or more lease -spaces, each tenant shall be permitted one such sign per calendar
year, except that tenants may be permitted more than one such sign per calendar
year upon written authorization of the property owner or designated manager –
provided that such temporary signage shall not exceed the total number allowed
for the building within the calendar year. Any such temporary signage shall be the
responsibility of the property owner or designated manager who shall endorse in
writing, all applications for sign permits. The owner or manager of the sign and
the property owner shall be equally responsible for the proper location,
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Max. 32 sq. ft.
T
Area
IdenFif caF ion
10'
Sign
Max
(4) When such signs are proposed and constructed by an individual or firm
other than the individual or association who will be responsible for the
maintenance, there shall be a covenant prepared by the proponent establishing
responsibility for the maintenance of the sign or signs over the entire project or
subdivision, to be approved by the City Attorney, and to be recorded on the
property title(s) prior to issuance of the sign permit. Further, appropriate
easements shall be provided for the approved signs on the lot or lots where the
signs are to be located; the easements shall be recorded prior to the issuance of the
sign permit. (Amended by Ord. No. 2009-07, 05/12/09)
(5) No area identification sign shall contain a changeable copy sign, an
electronic changeable copy sign, or a time and temperature sign.
Temporary Signs.
(1) Special Event Signs. For single -
tenant buildings and multi -tenant
four (4) -lease -
buildings with two Wto
M—. a s�... feel fs. Fiw 0 ang heFaYe :tips
spaces, one temporary sign may be — --
mounted on a portable stand, with a
maximum surface area not to exceed
thirty-twe432) square feet, or may be a
wall sign subject to the same size standards as
the permanent wall signage allowed for the
use. Such signs must be located on the
subject property and may be used not more
than four (4) -times per calendar year, and for
a period of not more than fetn#een (14) days
ld' 4-U fi
Max 10 percent of wall area
0 0 Co Q
per hme. For multi -tenant bul mgs wl ve
(5) -or more lease -spaces, each tenant shall be permitted one such sign per calendar
year, except that tenants may be permitted more than one such sign per calendar
year upon written authorization of the property owner or designated manager –
provided that such temporary signage shall not exceed the total number allowed
for the building within the calendar year. Any such temporary signage shall be the
responsibility of the property owner or designated manager who shall endorse in
writing, all applications for sign permits. The owner or manager of the sign and
the property owner shall be equally responsible for the proper location,
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maintenance, and removal of the sign. The sign, sign supports, and portable stand
shall be removed from public view at the end of the period. No such temporary
signage shall be allowed on any lot that has a changeable copy sign or an
electronic changeable copy sign. (Amended by Ord. No. 2009-07, 05/12109)
(Amended by Ord. No. 2011-05, 02/22/11)
(2) Transient Merchant Signs. One O+temporary sign for transient merchants
and transient produce merchants. The sign shall not exceed sixteen (16) square
feet in surface area, and shall not exceed six46) feet in height. The sign shall be
set back at least ten4l0) feet from lot lines and shall be erected only during the
period of transient sales as defined by the administrative permit.
(3) Real Estate Signs, On -Premise. One 0*temporary
sign announcing the development, the availability of lots
and/or buildings, the sale, rent, or lease of land, of primary
buildings, and of areas within primary buildings shall have
a surface area not exceeding n4wty-sir. 96) square feet,
shall be located on the subject property, and shall be
removed when the intended purpose has been fulfilled. If
the sign is freestanding, it shall be set back at least ten -(I0)
feet from lot lines. The owner or manager of the sign and
the owner of the land shall be equally responsible for the
proper location, maintenance, and ultimate removal of the
sign.
For Sale
Or
Lassa
Max 96 sq. ft.
36'
Max
SECTION 18. Amendment. Section 21155.06, Subd. 7 (b) (2) of the Plymouth City Code
(SIGN REGULATIONS—DISTRICT REQUIREMENTS) is amended as follows:
(b) One monument sign per street frontage, provided that:
(1) The sign does not exceed shy fey (64) square
feet in surface area or ten4l0) feet in height. The sign
shall be set back at least teff410) feet from lot lines.
(Amended by Ord. No. 99-5, 01 /19/99)
(2) The sign may include a changeable copy sign,
an electronic changeable copy sign or an electronic
graphic display sign, provided that:
Max. 64 sq. ft.
TMonument
10, Sign
Max
1 Y K_ .
a. The sign shall be set back at least X50) feet from side and rear
lot lines, except that in no case shall such signage be set back less than one
hued (100) feet from any directly abutting residentially guided or used
property. (Amended by Ord. No. 2009-07, 05112/09)
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b. The sign shall not be illuminated between the hours of 10:30 PM
and 6:00 AM.
C. The color of electronic text on electronic changeable copy signs
shall be white or amber with a contrasting dark background.
d. For properties with more than one abutting roadway, a sign with
electronic elements shall be located on the highest classification roadway.
e. Only one (-1+sign with electronic elements shall be permitted per
lot. Fee- deve ,,.,., epA with two (2) o mefe s....,,,.Wfes and/or- lots ,fAy ene
(with -eleet+eaie-elements shall be peff itte per- devele.,mo.,�
(Amended by Ord. No. 2009-07, 05/12/09)
(3) The sign may be single or double faced.
SECTION 19. Amendment. Section 21155.06, Subd. 7 (c) of the Plymouth City Code (SIGN
REGULATIONS—DISTRICT REQUIREMENTS) is amended as follows:
(c) Wall signage shall be permitted on
ene wa4l „') , and sha4 up to two walls,
provided such siima2e faces toward a public
street and does not exceed fifty450) square 0 0 0 n d 0 0 Il 1 1 '
feet in surface area or five -k-5) percent of the
area of the wall to which the sign is
attached, whichever is greater. Window signage (includes graphics) shall be permitted on
the same building wall that has, or is allowed to have, wall signage. Window signage
shall be deducted from the allowable wall signage area, however, in no case shall window
signage cover more than 9#y450) percent of the area of the windows on said building
wall. (Amended by Ord. No. 2010-01, 02123/10)
SECTION 20. Amendment. Section 21165.03, Subd. 2 of the Plymouth City Code (MODEL
HOMES/TEMPORARY REAL ESTATE OFFICES—SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS) is
amended as follows:
Subd. 2. Temporary parking facilities shall be provided on the site and shall
include at least four (4) -off-street parking spaces per model home unit or temporary real estate
office. Such temporary parking facilities shall provide handicap accessible parking and
accessible routes as required by the Minnesota State Building Code. The overall design,
drainage, and surfacing of the temporary parking facility shall be subject to the approval of the
Zoning Administrator.
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SECTION 21. Amendment. Section 21350.05 of the Plymouth City Code (FRD, FUTURE
RESTRICTED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT—ACCESSORY USES) is amended as follows:
21350.05. ACCESSORY USES: The following are permitted accessory uses in the FRD
District:
Subd. 1. Accessory buildings and structures, as regulated by Section 21120 of this
Chapter.
Subd. 2. Accessory uses incidental and customary to the uses listed as permitted,
conditional, interim, and uses by administrative permit in this Section.
Subd. 3. Administrative offices, meeting rooms, classrooms, and food preparation
and service areas in public or private recreational facilities, and the uses of which are incidental
and directly related to the primary use.
Subd. 4. Backup generators for residential uses, provided they comply with the
placement and minimum setback requirements for accessory structures.
Subd. 45. Boarding or renting of rooms to not more than two (2 -)-individuals per
dwelling unit.
Subd. -56. Day care facilities licensed under Minnesota Rules, parts 9502.0300 to
9502.0445 serving f " 143 or fewer persons in a residential dwelling unit, or as otherwise
permitted by law.
Subd. 67. Fences, as regulated by Section 21130 of this Chapter.
Subd. -78. Home occupations and home offices, as regulated by Section 21145 of this
Chapter.
Subd. 89. Keeping of animals subject to Section 21170 of this Chapter.
Subd. 910. Off-street parking and off-street loading, as regulated by Sections
21105.11 and 21135 of this Chapter.
Subd. 4.011. Play and recreational facilities, only accessory to an existing principal
permitted use on the same lot and which are operated for the enjoyment and convenience of the
residents of the principal use and their occasional guests, except as otherwise permitted.
Subd. 4412. Radio and television receiving antennas including single satellite dish
TVROs one {meter or less in diameter, short-wave radio dispatching antennas, or those
necessary for the operation of household electronic equipment including federally licensed
amateur radio stations, as regulated by Section 21175 of this Chapter. (Amended by Ord. No.
2011-22, 07/26/11)
(27)
Subd. 413. Recreational vehicles and equipment parking and storage, as regulated by
Section 21105.11 of this Chapter. (Amended by Ord. No. 2000-06, 02/29/00)
Subd. 4--314. Signs, as regulated by Section 21155 of this Chapter.
SECTION 22. Amendment. Section 21350.11, Subd. 4 of the Plymouth City Code (FRD,
FUTURE RESTRICTED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT—USES BY ADMINISTRATIVE
PERMIT) is amended as follows:
Subd. 4. Outside, above ground storage facilities for fuels used for heating
purposes; outdoor generators for non-residential uses; and outdoor equipment for dispensing
fuels to vehicles or containers used in conjunction with an approved principal use, but not for
sale. propane -. —For non-
residential uses, such features located less than two htmdr-ed{200) feet from residentially guided
or zoned property shall require approval of a site plan (or site plan amendment) for a major
project, pursuant to Section 21045.05 of this Chapter. All other such requests shall be subject to
approval by administrative permit, provided the following criteria are met:
(a) The design, construction, and location of any such features shall comply with
State and City codes including appropriate National Fire Protection Association
standards, Minnesota State Fire Code requirements, and manufacturer's specifications.
(b) An accurate site plan for the development based upon a certified survey shall be
submitted showing, to scale, the location of such features including any fencing and
landscaping related to safety or screening.
(c) To assure that fire hose streams can be directed onto such features with minimal
obstruction, solid wall enclosures shall not be used.
(d) Such features shall be located so as not to obstruct approved parking spaces, drive
aisles, fire lanes, utility easements, or required building ingress or egress points.
(e) No signage shall be permitted, other than required safety information, product
identification, product hazards, and operation instructions. For the purpose of this
Section, "signage" includes words, graphics, logos, and symbols.
(fl For residential uses, above -ground fuel storage facilities that are approved under
this subdivision shall have a maximum capacity of 250 gallons.
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SECTION 23. Amendment. Section 21352.03 of the Plymouth City Code (RSF-R, SINGLE
FAMILY DETACHED RURAL TO URBAN TRANSITION DISTRICT—PERMITTED USES)
is amended as follows:
21352.03. PERMITTED USES: The following are permitted uses in the RSF-R District:
Subd. 1. Essential services not including structures, except those requiring
administrative permits or conditional use permits pursuant to Section 21160 of this Chapter.
Subd. 2. Governmental and public utility (essential service) buildings and
structures, including public works type facilities, excluding outdoor storage.
Subd. 3. Homeowner association owned and maintained amenity lots and their
related improvements.
Subd. 34. Open space, public or private.
Subd. 45. Parks, trails, playgrounds, and directly related buildings and structures;
City of Plymouth only.
Subd. 56. Residential facilities licensed by the State, serving six (6) -or fewer persons
in a single-family detached dwelling.
Subd. 67. Single-family detached dwellings.
SECTION 24. Amendment. Section 21352.05 of the Plymouth City Code (RSF-R, SINGLE
FAMILY DETACHED RURAL TO URBAN TRANSITION DISTRICT—ACCESSORY
USES) is amended as follows:
21352.05. ACCESSORY USES: The following are permitted accessory uses in the RSF-R
District:
Subd. 1. Accessory buildings and structures, as regulated by Section 21120 of this
Chapter.
Subd. 2. Accessory uses incidental and customary to the uses listed as permitted,
conditional, interim, and uses by administrative permit in this Section.
Subd. 3. Administrative offices, meeting rooms, classrooms, and food preparation
and service areas in public or private recreational facilities, and the uses of which are incidental
and directly related to the primary use.
Subd. 4. Backup generators for residential uses, provide they comply with the
placement and minimum setback requirements for accessory structures.
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Subd. 45. Boarding or renting of rooms to not more than two (-individuals per
dwelling unit.
Subd. 56. Day care facilities licensed under Minnesota Rules, parts 9502.0300 to
9502.0445 serving €ew4eea (14) or fewer persons in a residential dwelling unit, or as otherwise
permitted by law.
Subd. 67. Fences, as regulated by Section 21130 of this Chapter.
Subd. -78. Home occupations and home offices, as regulated by Section 21145 of this
Chapter.
Subd. 89. Keeping of animals subject to Section 21170 of this Chapter.
Subd. .910. Off-street parking and off-street loading, as regulated by Sections
21105.11 and 21135 of this Chapter.
Subd. 4011. Play and recreational facilities, only accessory to an existing principal
permitted use on the same lot and which are operated for the enjoyment and convenience of the
residents of the principal use and their occasional guests, except as otherwise permitted.
Subd. 4412. Radio and television receiving antennas including single satellite dish
TVROs one ¢)-meter or less in diameter, short-wave radio dispatching antennas, or those
necessary for the operation of household electronic equipment including federally licensed
amateur radio stations, as regulated by Section 21175 of this Chapter. (Amended by Ord. No.
2011-22, 07/26111)
Subd. 4213. Recreational vehicles and equipment parking and storage, as regulated by
Section 21105.11 of this Chapter.
Subd. 4314. Signs, as regulated by Section 21155 of this Chapter.
SECTION 25. Amendment. Section 21352.11, Subd. 6 of the Plymouth City Code (RSF-R,
SINGLE FAMILY DETACHED RURAL TO URBAN TRANSITION DISTRICT—USES BY
ADMINISTRATIVE PERMIT) is amended as follows:
Subd.'6. Outside, above ground storage facilities for fuels used for heating
purposes; outdoor generators for non-residential uses; and outdoor equipment for dispensing
fuels to vehicles or containers used in conjunction with an approved principal use, but not for
sale. S��-featffes shall be limited to gaseline, diesel, natffal gas, erpr-epane. For non-
residential uses, such features located less than two htindr-ed-(200) feet from residentially guided
or zoned property shall require approval of a site plan (or site plan amendment) for a major
project, pursuant to Section 21045.05 of this Chapter. All other such requests shall be subject to
approval by administrative permit, provided the following criteria are met:
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(a) The design, construction, and location of any such features shall comply with
State and City codes including appropriate National Fire Protection Association
standards, Minnesota State Fire Code requirements, and manufacturer's specifications.
(b) An accurate site plan for the development based upon a certified survey shall be
submitted showing, to scale, the location of such features including any fencing and
landscaping related to safety or screening.
(c) To assure that fire hose streams can be directed onto such features with minimal
obstruction, solid wall enclosures shall not be used.
(d) Such features shall be located so as not to obstruct approved parking spaces, drive
aisles, fire lanes, utility easements, or required building ingress or egress points.
(e) No signage shall be permitted, other than required safety information, product
identification, product hazards, and operation instructions. For the purpose of this
Section, "signage" includes words, graphics, logos, and symbols.
(fl For residential uses, above -ground fuel storage facilities that are approved under
this subdivision shall have a maximum capacity of 250alg lons.
SECTION 26. Amendment. Section 21355.03 of the Plymouth City Code (RSF-1, SINGLE
FAMILY DETACHED DWELLING DISTRICT 1—PERMITTED USES) is amended as
follows:
21355.03. PERMITTED USES: The following are permitted uses in the RSF-1 District:
Subd. 1. Essential services not including structures, except those requiring
administrative permits or conditional use permits pursuant to Section 21160 of this Chapter.
Subd. 2. Governmental and public utility (essential service) buildings and
structures, including public works type facilities, excluding outdoor storage.
Subd. 3. Homeowner association owned and maintained amenity lots and their
related improvements.
Subd. 34. Open space, public or private.
Subd. 45. Parks, trails, playgrounds, and directly related buildings and structures;
City of Plymouth only.
Subd. 56. Residential facilities licensed by the State, serving six (6) -or fewer persons
in a single–family detached dwelling.
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Subd. 67. Single -_family detached dwellings.
SECTION 27. Amendment. Section 21355.05 of the Plymouth City Code (RSF-1, SINGLE
FAMILY DETACHED DWELLING DISTRICT 1—ACCESSORY USES) is amended as
follows:
21355.05. ACCESSORY USES: The following are permitted accessory uses in the RSF-1
District:
Subd. 1. Accessory buildings and structures, as regulated by Section 21120 of this
Chapter.
Subd. 2. Accessory uses incidental and customary to the uses listed as permitted,
conditional, interim, and uses by administrative permit in this Section.
Subd. 3. Administrative offices, meeting rooms, classrooms, and food preparation
and service areas in private and public recreational facilities, and the uses of which are incidental
and directly related to the primary use.
Subd. 4. Backup generators for residential uses, provide they comply with the
placement and minimum setback requirements for accessory structures.
Subd. 45. Boarding or renting of rooms to not more than two (2) -individuals per
dwelling unit.
Subd. 56. Day care facilities licensed under Minnesota Rules, parts 9502.0300 to
9502.0445 serving €etuleen-(144 or fewer persons in a residential dwelling unit, or as otherwise
permitted by law.
Subd. 67. Fences, as regulated by Section 21130 of this Chapter.
Subd. 78. Home occupations and home offices, as regulated by Section 21145 of this
Chapter.
Subd. 89. Keeping of animals subject to Section 21170 of this Chapter.
Subd. 910. Off-street parking and off-street loading, as regulated by Sections
21105.11 and 21135 of this Chapter.
Subd. 4011. Play and recreational facilities, only accessory to an existing principal
permitted use on the same lot and which are operated for the enjoyment and convenience of the
residents of the principal use and their occasional guests, except as otherwise permitted.
Subd. 4412. Radio and television receiving antennas including single satellite dish
TVROs one 0) -meter or less in diameter, short-wave radio dispatching antennas, or those
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necessary for the operation of household electronic equipment including federally licensed
amateur radio stations, as regulated by Section 21175 of this Chapter. (Amended by Ord. No.
2011-22, 07126111)
Subd. 4213. Recreational vehicles and equipment parking and storage, as regulated by
Section 21105.11 of this Chapter.
Subd. 4314. Sales and fund raising events sponsored by non-profit uses allowed in this
district, limited to no more than six (6)-, three+3*-day events per calendar year.
Subd. 4415. Signs, as regulated by Section 21155 of this Chapter.
SECTION 28. Amendment. Section 21355.11, Subd. 6 of the Plymouth City Code (RSF-1,
SINGLE FAMILY DETACHED DWELLING DISTRICT 1—USES BY ADMINISTRATIVE
PERMIT) is amended as follows:
Subd. 6. Outside, above ground storage facilities for fuels used for heating
purposes; outdoor generators for non-residential uses; and outdoor equipment for dispensing
fuels to vehicles or containers used in conjunction with an approved principal use, but not for
sale. Sueh fea*,,,.os shall be limited to gasoline,diesel, atffal gas, For non-
residential uses, such features located less than two hundred4200) feet from residentially guided
or zoned property shall require approval of a site plan (or site plan amendment) for a major
project, pursuant to Section 21045.05 of this Chapter. All other such requests shall be subject to
approval by administrative permit, provided the following criteria are met:
(a) The design, construction, and location of any such features shall comply with
State and City codes including appropriate National Fire Protection Association
standards, Minnesota State Fire Code requirements, and manufacturer's specifications.
(b) An accurate site plan for the development based upon a certified survey shall be
submitted showing, to scale, the location of such features including any fencing and
landscaping related to safety or screening.
(c) To assure that fire hose streams can be directed onto such features with minimal
obstruction, solid wall enclosures shall not be used.
(d) Such features shall be located so as not to obstruct approved parking spaces, drive
aisles, fire lanes, utility easements, or required building ingress or egress points.
(e) No signage shall be permitted, other than required safety information, product
identification, product hazards, and operation instructions. For the purpose of this
Section, "signage" includes words, graphics, logos, and symbols.
(fFor residential uses, above -ground fuel storage facilities that are approved under
this subdivision shall have a maximum capaci ofgallons.
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SECTION 29. Amendment. Section 21360.03 of the Plymouth City Code (RSF-2, SINGLE
FAMILY DETACHED DWELLING DISTRICT 2—PERMITTED USES) is amended as
follows:
21360.03. PERMITTED USES: The following are permitted uses in the RSF-2 District:
Subd. 1. Essential services not including structures, except those requiring
administrative permits or conditional use permits pursuant to Section 21160 of this Chapter.
Subd. 2. Governmental and public utility (essential service) buildings and
structures, including public works type facilities, excluding outdoor storage.
Subd. 3. Homeowner association owned and maintained amenity lots and their
related improvements.
Subd. -34. Open space, public or private.
Subd. 45. Parks, trails, playgrounds, and directly related buildings and structures;
City of Plymouth only.
Subd.-56. Residential facilities licensed by the State, serving six (6) -or fewer persons
in a single -=family detached dwelling.
Subd. 67. Single ---family detached dwellings.
SECTION 30. Amendment. Section 21360.05 of the Plymouth City Code (RSF-2, SINGLE
FAMILY DETACHED DWELLING DISTRICT 2—ASSESSORY USES) is amended as
follows:
21360.05. ACCESSORY USES: The following are permitted accessory uses in the RSF-2
District:
Subd. 1. Accessory buildings and structures, as regulated by Section 21120 of this
Chapter.
Subd. 2. Accessory uses incidental and customary to the uses listed as permitted,
conditional, interim, and uses by administrative permit in this Section.
Subd. 3. Administrative offices, meeting rooms, classrooms, and food preparation
and service areas in private and public recreational facilities, and the uses of which are incidental
and directly related to the primary use.
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Subd. 4. Backup generators for residential uses. provided they comply with the
placement and minimum setback requirements for accessory structures.
Subd. 45. Boarding or renting of rooms to not more than two (}individuals per
dwelling unit.
Subd. -56. Day care facilities licensed under Minnesota Rules, parts 9502.0300 to
9502.0445 serving fetH4een (14) or fewer persons in a residential dwelling unit, or as otherwise
permitted by law.
Subd. 67. Fences, as regulated by Section 21130 of this Chapter.
Subd. -78. Home occupations and home offices, as regulated by Section 21145 of this
Chapter.
Subd. 89. Keeping of animals subject to Section 21170 of this Chapter.
Subd. 910. Off-street parking and off-street loading, as regulated by Sections
21105.11 and 21135 of this Chapter.
Subd. 4011. Play and recreational facilities, only accessory to an existing principal
permitted use on the same lot and which are operated for the enjoyment and convenience of the
residents of the principal use ant their occasional guests, except as otherwise permitted.
Subd. 4412. Radio and televisions receiving antennas including single satellite dish
TVROs one (Wmeter or less in diameter, short-wave radio dispatching antennas, or those
necessary for the operation of household electronic equipment including federally licensed
amateur radio stations, as regulated by Section 21175 of this Chapter. (Amended by Ord. No.
2011-22, 07/26/11)
Subd. 4213. Recreational vehicles and equipment parking and storage, as regulated by
Section 21105.11 of this Chapter.
Subd. 4314. Sales and fund raising events sponsored by non-profit uses allowed in this
district, limited to no more than six (three- 3* -day events per calendar year.
Subd. 4415. Signs, as regulated by Section 21155 of this Chapter.
SECTION 31. Amendment. Section 21360.11, Subd. 6 of the Plymouth City Code (RSF-2,
SINGLE FAMILY DETACHED DWELLING DISTRICT 2—USES BY ADMINISTRATIVE
PERMIT) is amended as follows:
Subd. 6. Outside, above ground storage facilities for fuels used for standby -heating
purposes; outdoor generators for non-residential uses; and outdoor equipment uses for dispensing
fuels to vehicles or containers used in conjunction with an approved principal use, but not for
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sale. . For non-
residential uses, such features located less than twe 1+uadr-ed4200) feet from residentially guided
or zoned property shall require approval of a site plan (or site plan amendment) for a major
project, pursuant to Section 21045.05 of this Chapter. All other such requests shall be subject to
approval by administrative permit, provided the following criteria are met:
(a) The design, construction, and location of any such features shall comply with
State and City codes including appropriate National Fire Protection Association
standards, Minnesota State Fire Code requirements, and manufacturer's specifications.
(b) An accurate site plan for the development based upon a certified survey shall be
submitted showing, to scale, the location of such features including any fencing and
landscaping related to safety or screening.
(c) To assure that fire hose streams can be directed onto such features with minimal
obstruction, solid wall enclosures shall not be used.
(d) Such features shall be located so as not to obstruct approved parking spaces, drive
aisles, fire lanes, utility easements, or required building ingress or egress points.
(e) No signage shall be permitted, other than required safety information, product
identification, product hazards, and operation instructions. For the purpose of this
Section, "signage" includes words, graphics, logos, and symbols.
(fFor residential uses above -ground fuel storage facilities that are approved under
this subdivision shall have a maximum capacity of 250alg tons.
SECTION 32. Amendment. Section 21365.03 of the Plymouth City Code (RSF-3, SINGLE
FAMILY DETACHED DWELLING DISTRICT 3—PERMITTED USES) is amended as
follows:
21365.03. PERMITTED USES: The following are permitted uses in the RSF-3 District:
Subd.1. Essential services not including structures, except those requiring
administrative permits or conditional use permits pursuant to Section 21160 of this Chapter.
Subd.2. Governmental and public utility (essential service) buildings and
structures, including public works type facilities, excluding outdoor storage.
Subd.3. Homeowner association owned and maintained amenity lots and their
related improvements.
Subd. 34. Open space, public or private.
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Subd. 45. Parks, trails, playgrounds, and directly related buildings and structures;
City of Plymouth only.
Subd. 56. Residential facilities licensed by the State, serving six (6) -or fewer persons
in a single --family detached dwelling.
Subd. 67. Single -=family detached dwellings.
SECTION 33. Amendment. Section 21365.05 of the Plymouth City Code (RSF-3, SINGLE
FAMILY DETACHED DWELLING DISTRICT 3—ACCESSORY USES) is amended as
follows:
21365.05. ACCESSORY USES: The following are permitted accessory uses in the RSF-3
District:
Subd. 1. Accessory buildings and structures, as regulated by Section 21120 of this
Chapter.
Subd. 2. Accessory uses incidental and customary to the uses listed as permitted,
conditional, interim, and uses by administrative permit in this Section.
Subd. 3. Administrative offices, meeting rooms, classrooms, and food preparation
and service areas in private and public recreational facilities, and the uses of which are incidental
and directly related to the primary use.
Subd. 4. Backup -generators for residential uses, provided they comply with the
placement and minimum setback requirements for accessory structures.
Subd. 45. Boarding or renting of rooms to not more than two (}individuals per
dwelling unit.
Subd. 56. Day care facilities licensed under Minnesota Rules, parts 9502.0300 to
9502.0445 serving €ut een (14) or fewer persons in a residential dwelling unit, or as otherwise
permitted by law.
Subd. 67. Fences, as regulated by Section 21130 of this Chapter.
Subd. -78. Home occupations and home offices, as regulated by Section 21145 of this
Chapter.
Subd. 89. Keeping of animals subject to Section 21170 of this Chapter.
Subd. 910. Off-street parking and off-street loading, as regulated by Sections
21105.11 and 21135 of this Chapter.
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Subd. 4011. Play and recreational facilities, only accessory to an existing principal
permitted use on the same lot and which are operated for the enjoyment and convenience of the
residents of the principal use and their occasional guests, except as otherwise permitted.
Subd. 4412. Radio and televisions receiving antennas including single satellite dish
TVROs one (1) meter or less in diameter, short-wave radio dispatching antennas, or those
necessary for the operation of household electronic equipment including federally licensed
amateur radio stations, as regulated by Section 21175 of this Chapter. (Amended by Ord. No.
2011-22, 07/26111)
Subd. 4313. Recreational vehicles and equipment parking and storage, as regulated by
Section 21105.11 of this Chapter.
Subd. 4314. Sales and fund raising events sponsored by non-profit uses allowed in this
district, limited to no more than six (6)–,three+3 _day events per calendar year.
Subd. 4415. Signs, as regulated by Section 21155 of this Chapter.
SECTION 34. Amendment. Section 21365.11, Subd. 5 of the Plymouth City Code (RSF-3,
SINGLE FAMILY DETACHED DWELLING DISTRICT 3—USES BY ADMINISTRATIVE
PERMIT) is amended as follows:
Subd. 5. Outside, above ground storage facilities for fuels used for standb-y-heating
purposes; outdoor generators for non-residential uses; and outdoor equipment uses for dispensing
fuels to vehicles or containers used in conjunction with an approved principal use, but not for
sale. " be 'ifa ted–to gasoline, die' natural . For non-
residential
�vrin� , ,
residential uses, such features located less than two feet from residentially guided
or zoned property shall require approval of a site plan (or site plan amendment) for a major
project, pursuant to Section 21045.05 of this Chapter. All other such requests shall be subject to
approval by administrative permit, provided the following criteria are met:
(a) The design, construction, and location of any such features shall comply with
State and City codes including appropriate National Fire Protection Association
standards, Minnesota State Fire Code requirements, and manufacturer's specifications.
(b) An accurate site plan for the development based upon a certified survey shall be
submitted showing, to scale, the location of such features including any fencing and
landscaping related to safety or screening.
(c) To assure that fire hose streams can be directed onto such features with minimal
obstruction, solid wall enclosures shall not be used.
(d) Such features shall be located so as not to obstruct approved parking spaces, drive
aisles, fire lanes, utility easements, or required building ingress or egress points.
(e) No signage shall be permitted, other than required safety information, product
identification, product hazards, and operation instructions. For the purpose of this
Section, "signage" includes words, graphics, logos, and symbols.
(fFor residential uses. above -ground fuel storage facilities that are approved under
this subdivision shall have a maximum capacity of 250 ,gallons.
SECTION 35. Amendment. Section 21370.03 of the Plymouth City Code (RSF-4, SINGLE
AND TWO FAMILY DWELLING DISTRICT—PERMITTED USES) is amended as follows:
21370.03. PERMITTED USES: The following are permitted uses in the RSF-4 District:
Subd. 1. Essential services not including structures, except those requiring
administrative permits or conditional use permits pursuant to Section 21160 of this Chapter.
Subd. 2. Governmental and public utility (essential service) buildings and
structures, including public works type facilities, excluding outdoor storage.
Subd. 3. Homeowner association owned and maintained amenity lots and their
related improvements.
Subd. -34. Open space, public or private.
Subd. 45. Parks, trails, playgrounds, and directly related buildings and structures;
City of Plymouth only.
Subd. -56. Residential facilities licensed by the State, serving six (6) -or fewer persons
in a single -=family detached dwelling.
Subd. 67. Single -=family detached dwellings.
Subd. 78. Two–family dwellings.
SECTION 36. Amendment. Section 21370.05 of the Plymouth City Code (RSF-4, SINGLE
AND TWO FAMILY DWELLING DISTRICT—ACCESSORY USES) is amended as follows:
21370.05. ACCESSORY USES: The following are permitted accessory uses in the RSF-4
District:
Subd. 1. Accessory buildings and structures, as regulated by Section 21120 of this
Chapter.
Subd. 2. Accessory uses incidental and customary to the uses listed as permitted,
conditional, interim, and uses by administrative permit in this Section.
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Subd. 3. Administrative offices, meeting rooms, classrooms, and food preparation
and service areas in private and public recreational facilities, and the uses of which are incidental
and directly related to the primary use.
Subd. 4. Backe generators for residential uses, provided they comply with the
placement and minimum setback requirements for accessory structures.
Subd. 45. Boarding or renting of rooms to not more than two (-2-}-individuals per
dwelling unit.
Subd. 56. Day care facilities licensed under Minnesota Rules, parts 9502.0300 to
9502.0445 serving fetrteen-(14) or fewer persons in a residential dwelling unit, or as otherwise
permitted by law.
Subd. 67. Fences, as regulated by Section 21130 of this Chapter.
Subd. -78. Home occupations and home offices, as regulated by Section 21145 of this
Chapter.
Subd. 89. Keeping of animals subject to Section 21170 of this Chapter.
Subd. 910. Off-street parking and off-street loading, as regulated by Sections
21105.11 and 21135 of this Chapter.
Subd. 4011. Play and recreational facilities, only accessory to an existing principal
permitted use on the same lot and which are operated for the enjoyment and convenience of the
residents of the principal use and their occasional guests, except as otherwise permitted.
Subd. 4412. Radio and televisions receiving antennas including single satellite dish
TVROs one (4 -)-meter or less in diameter, short-wave radio dispatching antennas, or those
necessary for the operation of household electronic equipment including federally licensed
amateur radio stations, as regulated by Section 21175 of this Chapter. (Amended by Ord. No.
2011-22, 07126111)
Subd. 4-213. Recreational vehicles and equipment parking and storage, as regulated by
Section 21105.11 of this Chapter.
Subd. 4314. Sales and fund raising events sponsored by non-profit uses allowed in this
district, limited to no more than six (6)-,three{3}_day events per calendar year.
Subd. 4415. Signs, as regulated by Section 21155 of this Chapter.
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SECTION 37. Amendment. Section 213 70.11, Subd. 5 of the Plymouth City Code (RSF-4,
SINGLE AND TWO FAMILY DWELLING DISTRICT—USES BY ADMINISTRATIVE
PERMIT) is amended as follows:
Subd. 5. Outside, above ground storage facilities for fuels used for standb-y-heating
purposes; outdoor generators for non-residential uses; and outdoor equipment uses for dispensing
fuels to vehicles or containers used in conjunction with an approved principal use, but not for
sale. Sueh featufesshall be hinitedtegaseline, diesel, gas, For non-
residential uses, such features located less than two feet from residentially guided
or zoned property shall require approval of a site plan (or site plan amendment) for a major
project, pursuant to Section 21045.05 of this Chapter. All other such features shall be subject to
approval by administrative permit, provided the following criteria are met:
(a) The design, construction, and location of any such features shall comply with
State and City codes including appropriate National Fire Protection Association
standards, Minnesota State Fire Code requirements, and manufacturer's specifications.
(b) An accurate site plan for the development based upon a certified survey shall be
submitted showing, to scale, the location of such features including any fencing and
landscaping related to safety or screening.
(c) To assure that fire hose streams can be directed onto such features with minimal
obstruction, solid wall enclosures shall not be used.
(d) Such features shall be located so as not to obstruct approved parking spaces, drive
aisles, fire lanes, utility easements, or required building ingress or egress points.
(e) No signage shall be permitted, other than required safety information, product
identification, product hazards, and operation instructions. For the purpose of this
Section, "signage" includes words, graphics, logos, and symbols.
(fl For residential uses, above -ground fuel storage facilities that are approved under
this subdivision shall have a maximum capaci ofgallons.
SECTION 38. Amendment. Section 21375.03 of the Plymouth City Code (RMF -1,
MULTIPLE FAMILY DWELLING DISTRICT 1—PERMITTED USES) is amended as follows:
21375.03. PERMITTED USES: The following are permitted uses in the RMF -1 District:
Subd. 1. Essential services not including structures, except those requiring
administrative permits or conditional use permits pursuant to Section 21160 of this Chapter.
Subd. 2. Governmental and public utility (essential service) buildings and
structures, including public works type facilities, excluding outdoor storage.
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Subd. 3. Homeowner association owned and maintained amenity lots and their
related improvements.
Subd. -34. Open space, public or private.
Subd. 45. Parks, trails, playgrounds, and directly related buildings and structures;
City of Plymouth only.
Subd. 56. Residential facilities licensed by the State, serving sixteen 16) or fewer
persons. (Amended by Ord. No. 2009-07, 05112109)
Subd. 67. Townhouses and manor homes with up to eight (83 -units per building.
(Amended by Ord. No. 2005-01, 01111/05)
Subd. 78. Two–family dwellings.
SECTION 39. Amendment. Section 21375.05 of the Plymouth City Code (RMF -1,
MULTIPLE FAMILY DWELLING DISTRICT 1—ACCESSORY USES) is amended as
follows:
21375.05. ACCESSORY USES: The following are permitted accessory uses in the RMF -1
District:
Subd. 1. Accessory buildings and structures, as regulated by Section 21120 of this
Chapter.
Subd. 2. Accessory uses incidental and customary to the uses listed as permitted,
conditional, interim, and uses by administrative permit in this Section.
Subd. 3. Administrative offices, meeting rooms, classrooms, and food preparation
and service areas in private and public recreational facilities, and the uses of which are incidental
and directly related to the primary use.
Subd. 4. Backup generators for residential uses, provided they comply with the
placement and minimum setback requirements for accessory structures.
Subd. 45. Boarding or renting of rooms to not more than two Windividuals per
dwelling unit.
Subd. 66. Day care facilities licensed under Minnesota Rules, parts 9502.0300 to
9502.0445 serving €ew4eea (14) or fewer persons in a residential dwelling unit, or as otherwise
permitted by law.
Subd. 67. Fences, as regulated by Section 21130 of this Chapter.
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Subd. 78. Home occupations and home offices, as regulated by Section 21145 of this
Chapter.
Subd. 99. Keeping of animals subject to Section 21170 of this Chapter.
Subd. 910. Off-street parking and off-street loading, as regulated by Sections
21105.11 and 21135 of this Chapter.
Subd. 4011. Play and recreational facilities, only accessory to an existing principal
permitted use on the same lot and which are operated for the enjoyment and convenience of the
residents of the principal use and their occasional guests, except as otherwise permitted.
Subd. 4412. Radio and televisions receiving antennas including single satellite dish
TVROs one ((meter or less in diameter, short-wave radio dispatching antennas, or those
necessary for the operation of household electronic equipment including federally licensed
amateur radio stations, as regulated by Section 21175 of this Chapter. (Amended by Ord. No.
2011-22, 07/26/11)
Subd. 4213. Recreational vehicles and equipment parking and storage, as regulated by
Section 21105.11 of this Chapter.
Subd. 4314. Sales and fund raising events sponsored by non-profit uses allowed in this
district, limited to no more than six (6),-three-{3}_day events per calendar year.
Subd. 4415. Signs, as regulated by Section 21155 of this Chapter.
SECTION 40. Amendment. Section 21375.11, Subd. 5 of the Plymouth City Code (RMF -1,
MULTIPLE FAMILY DWELLING DISTRICT 1—USES BY ADMINISTRATIVE PERMIT) is
amended as follows:
Subd. 5. Outside, above ground storage facilities for fuels used for staadb�-heating
purposes; outdoor generators for non-residential uses; and outdoor equipment uses for dispensing
fuels to vehicles or containers used in conjunction with an approved principal use, but not for
sale. Such-fea#ues 9MI be limited to gaseline, diesel, flatUFW gas, o e.. For non-
residential uses, such features located less than two d-(200) feet from residentially guided
or zoned property shall require approval of a site plan (or site plan amendment) for a major
project, pursuant to Section 21045.05 of this Chapter. All other such features shall be subject to
approval by administrative permit, provided the following criteria are met:
(a) The design, construction, and location of any such features shall comply with
State and City codes including appropriate National Fire Protection Association
standards, Minnesota State Fire Code requirements, and manufacturer's specifications.
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(b) An accurate site plan for the development based upon a certified survey shall be
submitted showing, to scale, the location of such features including any fencing and
landscaping related to safety or screening.
(c) To assure that fire hose streams can be directed onto such features with minimal
obstruction, solid wall enclosures shall not be used.
(d) Such features shall be located so as not to obstruct approved parking spaces, drive
aisles, fire lanes, utility easements, or required building ingress or egress points.
(e) No signage shall be permitted, other than required safety information, product
identification, product hazards, and operation instructions. For the purpose of this
Section, "signage" includes words, graphics, logos, and symbols.
(fl For residential uses, above -ground fuel storage facilities that are approved under
this subdivision shall have a maximum capacity of 250alg lons.
SECTION 41. Amendment. Section 21380.03 of the Plymouth City Code (RMF -2,
MULTIPLE FAMILY DWELLING DISTRICT 2—PERMITTED USES) is amended as follows:
21380.03. PERMITTED USES: The following are permitted uses in the RMF -2 District:
Subd. 1. Essential services not including structures, except those requiring
administrative permits or conditional use permits pursuant to Section 21160 of this Chapter.
Subd. 2. Governmental and public utility (essential service) buildings and
structures, including public works type facilities, excluding outdoor storage.
Subd. 3. Homeowner association owned and maintained amenity lots and their
related improvements.
Subd. 34. Open space, public or private.
Subd. 45. Parks, trails, playgrounds, and directly related buildings and structures;
City of Plymouth only.
Subd. -56. Residential facilities licensed by the State, serving sixteen 16) or fewer
persons. (Amended by Ord. No. 2009-07, 05/12109)
Subd. 67. Townhouses and manor homes with up to eight (g) -units per building.
Subd. 78. Two–family dwellings.
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SECTION 42. Amendment. Section 21380.05 of the Plymouth City Code (RMF -2,
MULTIPLE FAMILY DWELLING DISTRICT 2—ACCESSORY USES) is amended as
follows:
21380.05. ACCESSORY USES: The following are permitted accessory uses in the RMF -2
District:
Subd. 1. Accessory buildings and structures, as regulated by Section 21120 of this
Chapter.
Subd. 2. Accessory uses incidental and customary to the uses listed as permitted,
conditional, interim, and uses by administrative permit in this Section.
Subd. 3. Administrative offices, meeting rooms, classrooms, and food preparation
and service areas in private and public recreational facilities, and the uses of which are incidental
and directly related to the primary use.
Subd. 4. Backup generators for residential uses, provided they comply with the
placement and minimum setback requirements for accessory structures.
Subd. 45. Boarding or renting of rooms to not more than two (2 -individuals per
dwelling unit.
Subd. -56. Day care facilities licensed under Minnesota Rules, parts 9502.0300 to
9502.0445 serving €eu#een 14) or fewer persons in a residential dwelling unit, or as otherwise
permitted by law.
Subd. 67. Fences, as regulated by Section 21130 of this Chapter.
Subd. 78. Home occupations and home offices, as regulated by Section 21145 of this
Chapter.
Subd. 89. Keeping of animals subject to Section 21170 of this Chapter.
Subd. 910. Off-street parking and off-street loading, as regulated by Sections
21105.11 and 21135 of this Chapter.
Subd. 4811. Play and recreational facilities, only accessory to an existing principal
permitted use on the same lot and which are operated for the enjoyment and convenience of the
residents of the principal use and their occasional guests, except as otherwise permitted.
Subd. 4412. Radio and televisions receiving antennas including single satellite dish
TVROs one (Wmeter or less in diameter, short-wave radio dispatching antennas, or those
necessary for the operation of household electronic equipment including federally licensed
amateur radio stations, as regulated by Section 21175 of this Chapter. (Amended by Ord. No.
2011-22, 07126111)
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Subd. 47213. Recreational vehicles and equipment parking and storage, as regulated by
Section 21105.11 of this Chapter.
Subd. 4-314. Sales and fund raising events sponsored by non-profit uses allowed in this
district, limited to no more than six (6)–,three-(3 _-day events per calendar year.
Subd. 4415. Signs, as regulated by Section 21155 of this Chapter.
SECTION 43. Amendment. Section 21380.11, Subd. 5 of the Plymouth City Code (RMF -2,
MULTIPLE FAMILY DWELLING DISTRICT 2—USES BY ADMINISTRATIVE PERMIT) is
amended as follows:
Subd. 5. Outside, above ground storage facilities for fuels used for st%idb-y-heating
purposes; outdoor generators for non-residential uses; and outdoor equipment uses for dispensing
fuels to vehicles or containers used in conjunction with an approved principal use, but not for
sale. . For non-
residential uses, such features located less than two -wed (200) feet from residentially guided
or zoned property shall require approval of a site plan (or site plan amendment) for a major
project, pursuant to Section 21045.05 of this Chapter. All other such features shall be subject to
approval by administrative permit, provided the following criteria are met:
(a) The design, construction, and location of any such features shall comply with
State and City codes including appropriate National Fire Protection Association
standards, Minnesota State Fire Code requirements, and manufacturer's specifications.
(b) An accurate site plan for the development based upon a certified survey shall be
submitted showing, to scale, the location of such features including any fencing and
landscaping related to safety or screening.
(c) To assure that fire hose streams can be directed onto such features with minimal
obstruction, solid wall enclosures shall not be used.
(d) Such features shall be located so as not to obstruct approved parking spaces, drive
aisles, fire lanes, utility easements, or required building ingress or egress points.
(e) No signage shall be permitted, other than required safety information, product
identification, product hazards, and operation instructions. For the purpose of this
Section, "signage" includes words, graphics, logos, and symbols.
(fFor residential uses above -ground fuel storage facilities that are approved under
this subdivision shall have a maximum capacity of 250alg_ lons.
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SECTION 44. Amendment. Section 21385.03 of the Plymouth City Code (RMF -3,
MULTIPLE FAMILY DWELLING DISTRICT 3—PERMITTED USES) is amended as follows:
21385.03. PERMITTED USES: The following are permitted uses in the RMF -3 District:
Subd. 1. Apartment dwellings in structures with up to twelve (12) units per
building.
Subd. 2. Essential services not including structures, except those requiring
administrative permits or conditional use permits pursuant to Section 21160 of this Chapter.
Subd. 3. Governmental and public utility (essential service) buildings and
structures, including public works type facilities, excluding outdoor storage.
Subd. 4. Homeowner association owned and maintained amenity lots and their
related improvements.
Subd. 45. Open space, public or private.
Subd. -56. Parks, trails, playgrounds, and directly related buildings and structures;
City of Plymouth only.
Subd. 67. Residential facilities licensed by the State, serving sixteen (16) or fewer
persons. (Amended by Ord. No. 2009-07, 05/12109)
Subd. -78. Townhouses and manor homes with up to twelve (12) units per building.
Subd. 89. Two --family dwellings.
SECTION 45. Amendment. Section 21385.11, Subd. 5 of the Plymouth City Code (RMF -3,
MULTIPLE FAMILY DWELLING DISTRICT 3—USES BY ADMINISTRATIVE PERMIT) is
amended as follows:
Subd. 5. Outside, above ground storage facilities for fuels used for standby -heating
purposes; outdoor generators for- „o„ residential uses; and outdoor equipment uses for dispensing
fuels to vehicles or containers used in conjunction with an approved principal use, but not for
sale. Sueh feaPdfes shall be- limited -te-feline, diesel, natffal gas, or- pr-epaae. For non-
residential uses, such features located less than two hundr-ed-(200) feet from residentially guided
or zoned property shall require approval of a site plan (or site plan amendment) for a major
project, pursuant to Section 21045.05 of this Chapter. All other such features shall be subject to
approval by administrative permit, provided the following criteria are met:
(a) The design, construction, and location of any such features shall comply with
State and City codes including appropriate National Fire Protection Association
standards, Minnesota State Fire Code requirements, and manufacturer's specifications.
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(b) An accurate site plan for the development based upon a certified survey shall be
submitted showing, to scale, the location of such features including any fencing and
landscaping related to safety or screening.
(c) To assure that fire hose streams can be directed onto such features with minimal
obstruction, solid wall enclosures shall not be used.
(d) Such features shall be located so as not to obstruct approved parking spaces, drive
aisles, fire lanes, utility easements, or required building ingress or egress points.
(e) No signage shall be permitted, other than required safety information, product
identification, product hazards, and operation instructions. For the purpose of this
Section, "signage" includes words, graphics, logos, and symbols.
SECTION 46. Amendment. Section 21390.03 of the Plymouth City Code (RMF -4,
MULTIPLE FAMILY DWELLING DISTRICT 4—PERMITTED USES) is amended as follows:
21390.03. PERMITTED USES: The following are permitted uses in the RMF -4 District:
Subd. 1. Apartment buildings (no limit on the number of dwelling units within a
building).
Subd. 2. Essential services not including structures, except those requiring
administrative permits or conditional use permits pursuant to Section 21160 of this Chapter.
Subd. 3. Governmental and public utility (essential service) buildings and
structures, including public works type facilities, excluding outdoor storage.
Subd. 4. Homeowner association owned and maintained amenity lots and their
related improvements.
Subd. 45. Open space, public or private.
Subd. 86. Parks, trails, playgrounds, and directly related buildings and structures;
City of Plymouth only.
Subd. 67. Residential care facilities such as nursing homes, assisted living facilities
and similar facilities (excludes hospitals, sanitariums or similar institutions).
Subd. 78. Residential facilities licensed by the State, serving sixteen (10 or fewer
persons.
Subd. 89. Townhouses and manor homes with up to € t 14) units per building.
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Subd. 910. Two–family dwellings.
SECTION 47. Amendment. Section 21390.05 of the Plymouth City Code (RMF -4,
MULTIPLE FAMILY DWELLING DISTRICT 4—ACCESSORY USES) is amended as
follows:
21390.05. ACCESSORY USES: The following are permitted accessory uses in the RMF -4
District:
Subd. 1. Accessory buildings and structures, as regulated by Section 21120 of this
Chapter.
Subd. 2. Accessory uses incidental and customary to the uses listed as permitted,
conditional, interim, and uses by administrative permit in this Section.
Subd. 3. Administrative offices, meeting rooms, classrooms, and food preparation
and service areas in private and public recreational facilities, and the uses of which are incidental
and directly related to the primary use.
Subd. 54. Boarding or renting of rooms to not more than two (2} -individuals per
dwelling unit.
Subd. 65. Day care facilities licensed under Minnesota Rules, parts 9502.0300 to
9502.0445 serving €)w4eea (14) or fewer persons in a residential dwelling unit, or as otherwise
permitted by law.
Subd. 76. Fences, as regulated by Section 21130 of this Chapter.
Subd. 87. Home occupations and home offices, as regulated by Section 21145 of this
Chapter.
Subd. 98. Keeping of animals subject to Section 21170 of this Chapter.
Subd. 449. Off-street parking and off-street loading, as regulated by Sections
21105.11 and 21135 of this Chapter.
Subd. 4410. Play and recreational facilities, only accessory to an existing principal
permitted use on the same lot and which are operated for the enjoyment and convenience of the
residents of the principal use and their occasional guests, except as otherwise permitted.
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Subd. 54. Boarding or renting of rooms to not more than two (2} -individuals per
dwelling unit.
Subd. 65. Day care facilities licensed under Minnesota Rules, parts 9502.0300 to
9502.0445 serving €)w4eea (14) or fewer persons in a residential dwelling unit, or as otherwise
permitted by law.
Subd. 76. Fences, as regulated by Section 21130 of this Chapter.
Subd. 87. Home occupations and home offices, as regulated by Section 21145 of this
Chapter.
Subd. 98. Keeping of animals subject to Section 21170 of this Chapter.
Subd. 449. Off-street parking and off-street loading, as regulated by Sections
21105.11 and 21135 of this Chapter.
Subd. 4410. Play and recreational facilities, only accessory to an existing principal
permitted use on the same lot and which are operated for the enjoyment and convenience of the
residents of the principal use and their occasional guests, except as otherwise permitted.
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Subd. 4211. Radio and televisions receiving antennas including single satellite dish
TVROs one (4}meter or less in diameter, short-wave radio dispatching antennas, or those
necessary for the operation of household electronic equipment including federally licensed
amateur radio stations, as regulated by Section 21175 of this Chapter. (Amended by Ord. No.
2011-22, 07126/11)
Subd. 1312. Recreational vehicles and equipment parking and storage, as regulated by
Section 21105.11 of this Chapter.
Subd. 441_3. Sales and fund raising events sponsored by non-profit uses allowed in this
district, limited to no more than six (6) -,three -(3* -day events per calendar year.
Subd. 4-514. Signs, as regulated by Section 21155 of this Chapter.
SECTION 48. Amendment. Section 213 90.11, Subd. 5 of the Plymouth City Code (RMF -4,
MULTIPLE FAMILY DWELLING DISTRICT 4—USES BY ADMINISTRATIVE PERMIT) is
amended as follows:
Subd. 5. Outside, above ground storage facilities for fuels used for &heating
purposes; outdoor generator f r non residentialtises; and outdoor equipment uses for dispensing
fuels to vehicles or containers used in conjunction with an approved principal use, but not for
sale. Leh featufes-shat be limited -to -gasoline diesel, natufal gas, or- pr-epane. For non-
residential uses, such features located less than two hufidr-ed4200) feet from residentially guided
or zoned property shall require approval of a site plan (or site plan amendment) for a major
project, pursuant to Section 21045.05 of this Chapter. All other such features shall be subject to
approval by administrative permit, provided the following criteria are met:
(a) The design, construction, and location of any such features shall comply with
State and City codes including appropriate National Fire Protection Association
standards, Minnesota State Fire Code requirements, and manufacturer's specifications.
(b) An accurate site plan for the development based upon a certified survey shall be
submitted showing, to scale, the location of such features including any fencing and
landscaping related to safety or screening.
(c) To assure that fire hose streams can be directed onto such features with minimal
obstruction, solid wall enclosures shall not be used.
(d) Such features shall be located so as not to obstruct approved parking spaces, drive
aisles, fire lanes, utility easements, or required building ingress or egress points.
(e) No signage shall be permitted, other than required safety information, product
identification, product hazards, and operation instructions. For the purpose of this
Section, "signage" includes words, graphics, logos, and symbols.
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SECTION 49. Amendment. Section 21395.03 of the Plymouth City Code (RMF -5,
MULTIPLE FAMILY DWELLING DISTRICT 5—PERMITTED USES) is amended as follows:
21395.03. PERMITTED USES: The following are permitted uses in the RMF -5 District:
Subd. 1. Apartment buildings (no limit on the number of dwelling units within a
building).
Subd. 2. Essential services not including structures, except those requiring
administrative permits or conditional use permits pursuant to Section 21160 of this Chapter.
Subd. 3. Governmental and public utility (essential service) buildings and
structures, including public works type facilities, excluding outdoor storage.
Subd. 4. Homeowner association owned and maintained amenity lots and their
related improvements.
Subd. 35. Open space, public or private.
Subd. 6. Parks, trails, playgrounds, and directly related buildings and structures;
City of Plymouth only.
Subd. 47. Residential care facilities such as nursing homes, assisted living facilities
and similar facilities (excludes hospitals, sanitariums or similar institutions).
Subd. 58. Residential facilities licensed by the State, serving sixteen (16) or fewer
persons.
SECTION 50. Amendment. Section 21395.05 of the Plymouth City Code (RMF -5,
MULTIPLE FAMILY DWELLING DISTRICT 5—ACCESSORY USES) is amended as
follows:
21395.05. ACCESSORY USES: The following are permitted accessory uses in the RMF -5
District:
Subd. 1. Accessory buildings and structures, as regulated by Section 21120 of this
Chapter.
Subd. 2. Accessory uses incidental and customary to the uses listed as permitted,
conditional, interim, and uses by administrative permit in this Section.
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Subd. 3. Administrative offices, meeting rooms, classrooms, and food preparation
and service areas, and the uses of which are incidental and directly related to the primary use.
Subd. -54. Day care facilities licensed under Minnesota Rules, parts 9502.0300 to
9502.0445 serving feuiteen (14) or fewer persons in a residential dwelling unit, or as otherwise
permitted by law.
Subd. 65. Fences, as regulated by Section 21130 of this Chapter.
Subd. 76. Home occupations and home offices, as regulated by Section 21145 of this
Chapter.
Subd. 87. Keeping of animals subject to Section 21170 of this Chapter.
Subd. 98. Off-street parking and off-street loading, as regulated by Sections
21105.11 and 21135 of this Chapter.
Subd. 409. Play and recreational facilities, only accessory to an existing principal
permitted use on the same lot and which are operated for the enjoyment and convenience of the
residents of the principal use and their occasional guests, except as otherwise permitted.
Subd. 4410. Radio and televisions receiving antennas including single satellite dish
TVROs one 047meter or less in diameter, short-wave radio dispatching antennas, or those
necessary for the operation of household electronic equipment including federally licensed
amateur radio stations, as regulated by Section 21175 of this Chapter. (Amended by Ord. No.
2011-22, 07126111)
Subd. X11. Signs, as regulated by Section 21155 of this Chapter.
SECTION 51. Amendment. Section 21395.11, Subd. 5 of the Plymouth City Code (RMF -5,
MULTIPLE FAMILY DWELLING DISTRICT 5—USES BY ADMINISTRATIVE PERMIT) is
amended as follows:
Subd. 5. Outside, above ground storage facilities for fuels used for stanceheating
purposes; and outdoor generators for- no side tia uses, 1..,,t not f s ,,o Sueh f ..ttffes shall b
limited to gasoline, diesel, nawfal gas,-or-pr-epane. All other- sSuch features shall be subject to
approval by administrative permit, provided the following criteria are met:
(a) The design, construction, and location of any such features shall comply with
State and City codes including appropriate National Fire Protection Association
standards, Minnesota State Fire Code requirements, and manufacturer's specifications.
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(b) An accurate site plan for the development based upon a certified survey shall be
submitted showing, to scale, the location of such features including any fencing and
landscaping related to safety or screening.
(c) To assure that fire hose streams can be directed onto such features with minimal
obstruction, solid wall enclosures shall not be used.
(d) Such features shall be located so as not to obstruct approved parking spaces, drive
aisles, fire lanes, utility easements, or required building ingress or egress points.
(e) No signage shall be permitted, other than required safety information, product
identification, product hazards, and operation instructions. For the purpose of this
Section, "signage" includes words, graphics, logos, and symbols.
SECTION 52. Amendment. Section 21450.11, Subd. 6 of the Plymouth City Code (O,
OFFICE DISTRICT—USES BY ADMINISTRATIVE PERMIT) is amended as follows:
Subd. 6. Outside, above ground storage facilities for fuels used for std -heating
purposes; outdoor generators located 2003 feet or more away from residentially
guided or zoned property; and outdoor equipment used, for dispensing fuels to vehicles or
containers used in conjunction with the approved principal use, but not for sale. Sueh f .,t,• e
shall be hinited te gasoline, diesel, na4ufal gas, or- pr-epane. The leeatien and Such
features for new development shall be included with the site plan submitted for review and
approval as required by this Chapter,. The leeafien and design e and such features for existing
developments shall be subject to the approval of the Zoning Administrator and the following
criteria: (Amended by Ord. No. 2001-06, 02/13/01)
(a) The design, construction, and location of any such features must comply with
State and City codes including appropriate National Fire Protection Association
standards, Minnesota State Fire Code requirements, and manufacturer's specifications.
(Amended by Ord. No. 2008-09, 03/25/08)
(b) An accurate site plan for the development based upon a certified survey, shall be
submitted showing to scale the location of such features, including any fencing and
landscaping related to safety or screening.
(c) To assure that fire hose streams can be directed onto such features with minimal
obstruction, solid wall enclosures shall not be used.
(d) Such features must be located so as not to obstruct approved parking spaces,
driving aisles, fire lanes, utility easements, or required building ingress or egress points.
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(e) No signage shall be permitted, other than required safety information, product
identification, product hazards, and operation instructions. For the purpose of this
section, "signage" includes words, graphics, logos, and symbols.
(f) Outdoor generators located less than two hunk{200) feet from residentially
guided or zoned property shall require the approval of a site plan (or site plan
amendment) for a major project, pursuant to Section 21045.05 of this Chapter.
SECTION 53. Amendment. Section 21455.03, Subd. 11 of the Plymouth City Code (C-1,
CONVENIENCE COMMERCIAL DISTRICT—PERMITTED USES) is amended as follows:
Subd. 11. Prepared food restaurants: delivery and/or take-out only, with no interior
seating.
SECTION 54. Amendment. Section 21455.11, Subd. 6 of the Plymouth City Code (C-1,
CONVENIENCE COMMERCIAL DISTRICT—USES BY ADMINISTRATIVE PERMIT) is
amended as follows:
Subd. 6. Outside, above ground storage facilities for fuels used for standb-y-heating
purposes; outdoor generators located two feet or more away from residentially
guided or zoned property; and outdoor equipment used for dispensing fuels to vehicles or
containers used in conjunction with the approved principal use, but not for sale. Stleh f .,tufen
sha4l be limited to gasoline, diesel, aaWr-a4 gas, or- pr-epane. The lereatien and design of Such
features for new developments shall be included with the site plan submitted for review and
approval as required by this Chapter,. The l *ien and design e and such features for existing
developments shall be subject to the approval of the Zoning Administrator and the following
criteria: (Amended by Ord. No. 2000-06, 02/29100)
(a) The design, construction, and location of any such features must comply with
State and City codes including appropriate National Fire Protection Association
standards, Minnesota State Fire Code requirements, and manufacturer's specifications.
(Amended by Ord. No. 2008-09, 03/25/08)
(b) An accurate site plan for the development based upon a certified survey, shall be
submitted showing to scale the location of such features, including any fencing and
landscaping related to safety or screening.
(c) To assure that fire hose streams can be directed onto such features with minimal
obstruction, solid wall enclosures shall not be used.
(d) Such features must be located so as not to obstruct approved parking spaces,
driving aisles, fire lanes, utility easements, or required building ingress or egress points.
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(e) No signage shall be permitted, other than required safety information, product
identification, product hazards, and operation instructions. For the purpose of this
section, "signage" includes words, graphics, logos, and symbols.
(f) Outdoor generators located less than two hundred4200) feet from residentially
guided or zoned property shall require the approval of a site plan (or site plan
amendment) for a major project, pursuant to Section 21045.05 of this Chapter.
SECTION 55. Amendment. Section 21460.03, Subd. 32 of the Plymouth City Code (C-2,
NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL DISTRICT—PERMITTED USES) is amended as follows:
Subd. 32. Prepared food restaurants: delivery and/or take out only, with no interior
seating.
SECTION 56. Amendment. Section 21460.07 of the Plymouth City Code (C-2,
NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL DISTRICT—CONDITIONAL USES) is amended as
follows:
21460.07. CONDITIONAL USES: The following are conditional uses in the C-2 District
and require a conditional use permit based upon procedures set forth in and regulated by Section
21015 of this Chapter. Additionally, besides the specific standards and criteria which may be
cited below for respective conditional uses, each request for a conditional use permit shall be
evaluated based upon the standards and criteria set forth in Sections 21015.02, Subd. 5 and
21015.04 of this Chapter.
Subd. 1. Antennas not located upon an existing structure or existing tower, as
regulated by Section 21175 of this Chapter.
Subd. 2. Convenience grocery markets with prepared food and/or motor fuel sales
with accessory car wash (no vehicle service or repair), provided that:
(a) Convenience/deli food is of the take-out type only and that no provision for
seating or consumption on the premises is provided. Furthermore, that the enclosed area
devoted to such activity, use and merchandise shall not exceed fifteen (15) percent of the
gross floor area.
(b) The storage, preparation and serving of food items are subject to the approval of
the Zoning Administrator who shall provide specific written sanitary requirements based
upon the applicable State and County regulations.
(c) That the proximate area and location of space devoted to non -automotive
merchandise sales shall be specified in the application and in the conditional use permit.
Outdoor display of merchandise shall be allowed by administrative permit, pursuant to
Section 21460.11, Subd. 5 of this Chapter.
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(d) The off-street loading space(s) and building access for delivery of goods shall be
separate from customer parking and entrances and shall not cause conflicts with customer
vehicles and pedestrian movements.
(e) The hours of operation shall be limited to 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM, unless extended
by the Council as part of the conditional use permit.
(f) Motor fuel facilities shall be installed in accordance with State and City standards.
Additionally, adequate space shall be provided to access gas pumps and to allow
maneuverability around the pumps. Underground fuel storage tanks are to be positioned
to allow adequate access by motor fuel transports and unloading operations which do not
conflict with circulation, access and other activities on the site. Fuel pumps shall be
installed on pump islands.
(g) A protective canopy located over pump islands may be an accessory structure on
the property and may be located twenty (20) feet or more from the front lot line, provided
adequate visibility both on and off site is maintained.
(h) All canopy lighting for motor fuel station pump islands shall be recessed or fully
shielded. Illumination levels for pump islands shall comply with Section 21105.06 of this
Chapter.
(i) Litter Control. The operation shall be responsible for litter control within three
hundred (300) feet of the premises and litter control is to occur on a daily basis. Trash
receptacles must be provided at a convenient location on site to facilitate litter control.
0) All pumps and any related canopy shall be set back at least three hundred (300)
feet from residentially zoned or guided property, unless screened by an intervening
building or located across an arterial or major collector roadway from residentially zoned
or guided property.
(k) Accessory Car WashNacuums.
(1) No more than one car wash bay shall be allowed.
(2) The car wash shall be designed to be an integral part of the principal
building, and may not be a separate freestanding structure.
(3) The site shall provide stacking space for the car wash. The amount of
stacking space shall take into account the type of car wash and the amount of time
it takes to wash a vehicle. Stacking spaces shall not interfere with parking spaces
or traffic circulation.
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(4) The exit from the car wash shall have a drainage system which is subject
to the approval of the City and gives special consideration to the prevention of ice
build-up during winter months.
(5) Neither the car wash nor an accessory vacuum shall be located within three
hundred (300) feet of any residentially zoned or guided property, unless
completely screened by an intervening building or located across an arterial or
major collector roadway from residentially zoned or guided property.
(6) Both the car wash and accessory vacuum shall conform to noise
regulations as defined in Section 21105.10 of this Chapter.
Subd. 3. Day care facilities as a principal or accessory use, provided that the use
complies with Section 21150 of this Chapter.
that:
Subd. 4. Dining restaurants internal to a multi -tenant shopping center, provided
(a) The use will not conflict with existing or potential neighboring uses.
(b) The storage, preparation, and serving of food items are subject to the approval of
the Zoning Administrator who shall provide specific written sanitary requirements based
upon the applicable State and County regulations.
(c) No drive-through service windows are allowed.
(d) Liquor service/sales shall be prohibited if the business is located within one
hundred fifty (150) feet from a residential dwelling.
Subd. 45. Drive through service windows accessory to permitted uses, provided that:
(a) The drive through service window is in compliance with the performance
standards stipulated in Section 21120.09 of this Chapter, unless further restricted by this
Section.
(b) Residential properties shall be screened from vehicle lights in the stacking area.
(c) The hours of operation are limited to 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, unless extended by
the City Council as part of the conditional use permit.
Subd. -56. Dry cleaners with accessory processing facilities provided that:
(a) The business does not exceed three thousand (3,000) square feet.
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(b) The retail portion of the tenant space (including the counter area and clothing
storage) occupies a minimum of twenty-five (25) percent of the total gross floor area of
the building or lease area.
(c) The use generates no or minimal hazardous waste, as determined by Hennepin
County.
Subd. 67. Essential services requiring a conditional use permit pursuant to Section
21160 of this Chapter.
Subd. -78. Essential service structures (as defined by Section 21005 of this Chapter)
that exceed five (5) feet in height or twenty (20) square feet in area, necessary for the health,
safety and general welfare of the City, excluding public works type facilities, provided that
equipment is completely enclosed in a permanent structure with no outside storage.
Subd. 89. Grocery, supermarkets, provided that:
(a) The loading area is in compliance with Section 21135.14.
(b) The hours of operation are 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM, unless extended by the City
Council as part of the conditional use permit.
(c) The applicant shall demonstrate that such use will not significantly lower the
existing level of service on streets and intersections.
(d) All elements of the use, including mechanical equipment, shall comply with the
noise regulations established by Section 21105.10 of this Chapter.
Subd. 910. Laundromats, self-service washing and drying, provided that the hours of
operation are limited to 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Subd. x-811. Parking ramps as an accessory use.
Subd. 4412. Religious institutions such as churches, chapels, temples, synagogues, and
mosques provided that:
(a) The space for such activities is shared with another use allowed within this district
or occupies no more than twenty (20) percent of a multi -tenant shopping center.
(b) Activities shall be limited to worship services and directly related social events.
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Subd. 13. Trade schools.
Subd. 14. Tutoring/learning centers.
SECTION 57. Amendment. Section 21460.11, Subd. 6 of the Plymouth City Code (C-2,
NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL DISTRICT—USES BY ADMINISTRATIVE PERMIT) is
amended as follows:
Subd. 6. Outside, above ground storage facilities for fuels used for 4andb-y-heating
purposes; outdoor generators located two hundr-ed{200) feet or more away from residentially
guided or zoned property; and outdoor equipment used for dispensing fuels to vehicles or
containers used in conjunction with the approved principal use, but not for sale. Sueh f .,4ufes
sha4l be limited to gasoline, diesel, natufal gas, or- pfopane. The leeafien and Such
features for new developments shall be included with the site plan submitted for review and
approval as required by this Chapter,. The leeation and design e and such features for existing
developments shall be subject to the approval of the Zoning Administrator and the following
criteria:
(a) The design, construction, and location of any such features must comply with
State and City codes including appropriate National Fire Protection Association
standards, Minnesota State Fire Code requirements, and manufacturer's specifications.
(b) An accurate site plan for the development based upon a certified survey, shall be
submitted showing to scale the location of such features, including any fencing and
landscaping related to safety or screening.
(c) To assure that fire hose streams can be directed onto such features with minimal
obstruction, solid wall enclosures shall not be used.
(d) Such features must be located so as not to obstruct approved parking spaces,
driving aisles, fire lanes, utility easements, or required building ingress or egress points.
(e) No signage shall be permitted, other than required safety information, product
identification, product hazards, and operation instructions. For the purpose of this
section, "signage" includes words, graphics, logos, and symbols.
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(f) Outdoor generators located less than two r -e44200) feet from residentially
guided or zoned property shall require the approval of a site plan (or site plan
amendment) for a major project, pursuant to Section 21045.05 of this Chapter.
SECTION 58. Amendment. Section 21465.03 of the Plymouth City Code (C-3, HIGHWAY
COMMERCIAL DISTRICT—PERMITTED USES) is amended as follows:
21465.03. PERMITTED USES: The following are permitted uses in the C-3 District:
Subd. 1. Amusement centers.
Subd. 2. Auto accessory stores (not including service).
Subd. 3. Banks, credit unions, and other financial institutions (excluding currency
exchanges) with or without drive up tellers. (Drive up teller service is regulated by
Section 21120.09 of this Chapter.)
Subd. 4. Beauty salons and day spas.
Subd. 5. Bus/transit stations or terminals without vehicle storage.
Subd. 6. Candy, ice cream, popcorn, nuts, frozen desserts, and soft drink sales.
Subd. 7. Commercial recreation, indoor (e.g., bowling alleys, roller rinks).
Subd. 8. Convenience grocery markets (without motor fuel facilities or delicatessen
food service).
Subd. 9. Copy/printing services (excludes printing presses and publishing
facilities).
Subd. 10. Delicatessens/coffee houses without drive-through service.
Subd. 11. Dining restaurants (no drive-in or drive-through service).
Subd. 4412. Dry cleaning pick up and laundry pick up stations including incidental
repair but not including processing.
Subd. 4313. Essential services not including structures, except those requiring
administrative permits or conditional use permits pursuant to Section 21160 of this
Chapter.
Subd. 4314. Furniture stores containing less than five theiasan 5,000) square feet of
gross floor area.
Subd. 4415. Governmental and public utility (essential service) buildings and
structures, including public works type facilities, excluding outdoor storage.
Subd. 4516. Hotels and motels.
Subd. 4617. Liquor, off sale, pursuant to the required liquor license.
Subd. 4718. Locksmiths.
Subd. 4819. Offices, administrative/commercial.
Subd. 4920. Offices/clinics for medical, dental, or chiropractic services.
Subd. 3021. Pet sales, supplies and grooming.
Subd. 2422. Prepared food restaurants: delivery and/or take out only, with no interior
seating.
Subd. 2323. Private clubs (may serve food and beverages).
Subd. 2324. Reception halls/event centers, with or without catering services.
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Subd. 3425. Religious institutions such as churches, chapels, temples, synagogues,
mosques limited to worship and directly related social events.
type.
Subd. 26. Retail operations, excluding pawnshops, that are not otherwise addressed
in this Section – provided they contain less than dffee thei,san '3,000) square feet of
gross floor area.
Subd. 27. Sexually oriented businesses – accessory or principal (as regulated by
Section 21195 of this Chapter).
Subd. 28. Shoe repair.
Subd. 29. Sporting goods and recreational equipment sales, not including motorized
vehicles or boats.
Subd. 30. Sports and fitness clubs.
Subd. 31. Tailoring services.
Subd. 32. Tanning salons.
Subd. 33. Therapeutic massage.
Subd. 34. Veterinary clinics and related indoor kennel.
SECTION 59. Amendment. Section 21465.07, Subd. 8 of the Plymouth City Code (C-3,
HIGHWAY COMMERCIAL DISTRICT—CONDITIONAL USES) is amended as follows:
Subd. 8. Drive-in and/or ee ex=enee —food — stabl drive-through
restaurants, provided that:
(a) The storage, preparation and service of food items are subject to the approval of
the Zoning Administrator who shall provide specific written sanitary requirements based
upon applicable State and County requirements.
(b) Litter Control. The operation shall be responsible for litter control within twee
hundred (300) feet of the premises and litter control is to occur on a daily basis. Trash
receptacles must be provided at a convenient location on site to facilitate litter control.
(c) These facilities shall be located only on sites having direct access to a minor
arterial street, collector or service road.
(d) The applicant shall demonstrate that such use will not significantly lower the
existing level of service on streets and intersections.
(e) Alcoholic beverages shall not be sold or served.
(f) Drive-through service windows may be allowed subject to the performance
standards stipulated in Section 21120.09 and Section 21135 of this Chapter.
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SECTION 60. Amendment. Section 21465.11, Subd. 6 of the Plymouth City Code (C-3,
HIGHWAY COMMERCIAL DISTRICT—USES BY ADMINISTRATIVE PERMIT) is
amended as follows:
Subd. 6. Outside, above ground storage facilities for fuels used for sat -heating
purposes; outdoor generators located two h•fAfea '200) feet or more away from residentially
guided or zoned property; and outdoor equipment used for dispensing fuels to vehicles or
containers used in conjunction with the approved principal use, but not for sale.
sha4l be limite4 to gasoline, diesel, fiati:wal gas, or- pr-epaae. The lermfien md d '-:t of Such
features for new developments shall be included with the site plan submitted for review and
approval as required by this Chapter- The 1.,,.atio., and design, ^r and such features for existing
developments shall be subject to the approval of the Zoning Administrator and the following
criteria:
(a) The design, construction, and location of any such features must comply with
State and City codes including appropriate National Fire Protection Association
standards, Minnesota State Fire Code requirements, and manufacturer's specifications.
(b) An accurate site plan for the development based upon a certified survey, shall be
submitted showing to scale the location of such features, including any fencing and
landscaping related to safety or screening.
(c) To assure that fire hose streams can be directed onto such features with minimal
obstruction, solid wall enclosures shall not be used.
(d) Such features must be located so as not to obstruct approved parking spaces,
driving aisles, fire lanes, utility easements, or required building ingress or egress points.
(e) No signage shall be permitted, other than required safety information, product
identification, product hazards, and operation instructions. For the purpose of this
Section, "signage" includes words, graphics, logos, and symbols.
(f) Outdoor generators located less than *we hundr-ea '200) feet from residentially
guided or zoned property shall require the approval of a site plan (or site plan
amendment) for a major project, pursuant to Section 21045.05 of this Chapter.
SECTION 61. Amendment. Section 21470.03 of the Plymouth City Code (C-4,
COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL DISTRICT—PERMITTED USES) is amended as follows:
21470.03. PERMITTED USES: The following are permitted uses in the C-4 District:
Subd. 1. Amusement centers.
Subd. 2. Antique shops, including incidental restoration.
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Subd. 3. Appliance and electronic stores including incidental repair and assembly
but not fabricating or manufacturing.
Subd. 4. Art gallery and sales.
Subd. 5. Auto accessory stores (not including service).
Subd. 6. Bakery goods and baking of goods for retail sales on the premises.
Subd. 7. Banks, credit unions, and other financial institutions (excluding currency
exchanges) with or without drive up tellers. (Drive up teller service is regulated by
Section 21120.09 of this Chapter.)
Subd. 8. Beauty salons and day spas.
Subd. 9. Bicycle sales and repair.
Subd. 10. Big box stores - provided they are located along an arterial roadway.
Subd. 11. Body art establishments.
Subd. 12. Book, office supply and equipment, school supply and art, or stationary
stores.
Subd. 13. Building supply sales within the principal structure.
Subd. 14. Bus/transit stations or terminals without vehicle storage.
Subd. 15. Camera and photographic supplies, sales, and film processing.
Subd. 16. Candy, ice cream, popcorn, nuts, frozen desserts, and soft drink sales.
Subd. 17. Carpet, rugs and tile retail sales.
Subd. 18. Clothes, sales and/or rental.
Subd. 19. Commercial recreation, indoor (e.g., bowling alleys, roller rinks).
Subd. 20. Copy/printing services (excludes printing presses and publishing
facilities).
Subd. 21. Delicatessens/coffee houses without drive-through service.
Subd. 22. Department stores.
Subd. 23. Dining restaurants (no drive-in or drive-through service).
Subd. 3324. Dry cleaning pick up and laundry pick up stations including incidental
repair but not including processing.
Subd. 2425. Essential services not including structures, except those requiring
administrative permits or conditional use permits pursuant to Section 21160 of this
Chapter.
Subd. 2526. Fabric and notions sales and store.
Subd. 3627. Florist shops.
Subd. 228. Furniture stores.
Subd. 3829. Garden centers.
Subd. 3930. Gift or novelty stores.
Subd. 3831. Governmental and public utility (essential service) buildings and
structures, including public works type facilities, excluding outdoor storage.
Subd. 3432. Grocery, convenience markets (without motor fuel sales).
Subd. 3233. Grocery, supermarkets.
Subd. 3334. Grocery, superstores.
Subd. 3435. Hardware stores.
Subd. 3536. Hobby and craft stores.
Subd. 3637. Hotels and motels.
Subd. 3738. Jewelry stores.
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Subd. 3839. Leather goods and luggage stores.
Subd. 3940. Liquor, off sale, pursuant to the required liquor license.
Subd.4041. Locksmiths.
Subd. 4442. Meat markets, but not including processing for a locker plant.
Subd. 4343. Music (e.g., instruments, equipment, compact discs) shops and sales.
Subd. 4344. Offices, administrative/commercial.
Subd. 4445. Offices/clinics for medical, dental, or chiropractic services.
Subd. 4546. Paint and wallpaper sales.
Subd. 4647. Pet sales, supplies and grooming.
Subd. 4748. Pharmacies with or without drive through service. (Drive through service
is regulated by Section 21120.09 of this Chapter.)
Subd. 4849. Plumbing, television, radio, electrical sales and related accessory repair.
Subd. 4950. Prepared food restaurants: delivery and/or take out only, with no interior
seating.
Subd. 5051. Private clubs (may serve food and beverages).
Subd. 5452. Reception halls/event centers, with or without catering services.
Subd. 5353. Recreation, personal fitness (defined as containing less than 3,000 square
feet of floor area).
Subd. 5354. Religious institutions such as churches, chapels, temples, synagogues,
mosques limited to worship and directly related social events.
Subd. 54. Restaumi#s not of the drive in, ee drive thfeuo t�pe.
Subd. 55. Retail operations not otherwise addressed in this Section - provided they
contain less than throe theusa~a'3,000) square feet of gross floor area.
Subd. 56. Sewing machine sales and service.
Subd. 57. Sexually oriented businesses - accessory or principle (as regulated by
Section 21195 of this Chapter).
Subd. 58. Shoe repair.
Subd. 59. Sporting goods and recreational equipment sales, not including motorized
vehicles or boats.
Subd. 60. Sports and fitness clubs.
Subd. 61. Studios - artist, dance, decorating, karate, music, portrait photography, and
similar uses.
Subd. 62. Tailoring services.
Subd. 63. Tanning salons.
Subd. 64. Theaters (indoor only).
Subd. 65. Therapeutic massage.
Subd. 66. Tobacco shops.
Subd. 67. Toy Stores.
Subd. 68. Tutoring/learning centers.
Subd. 69. Variety stores.
Subd. 70. Veterinary clinics and related indoor kennel.
Subd. 71. Video rental and sales.
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SECTION 62. Amendment. Section 21470.07, Subd. 8 of the Plymouth City Code (C-4,
COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL DISTRICT—CONDITIONAL USES) is amended as follows:
Subd. 8. Drive-in and/or ce ex enee—food establishm drive-through
restaurants, provided that:
(a) The storage, preparation and service of food items are subject to the approval of
the Zoning Administrator who shall provide specific written sanitary requirements based
upon applicable State and County requirements.
(b) Litter Control. The operation shall be responsible for litter control within t3ree
hundred 300) feet of the premises and litter control is to occur on a daily basis. Trash
receptacles must be provided at a convenient location on site to facilitate litter control.
(c) These facilities shall be located only on sites having direct access to a minor
arterial street, collector or service road.
(d) The applicant shall demonstrate that such use will not significantly lower the
existing level of service on streets and intersections.
(e) Alcoholic beverages shall not be sold or served.
(f) Drive-through service windows may be allowed subject to the performance
standards stipulated in Section 21120.09 and Section 21135 of this Chapter.
SECTION 63. Amendment. Section 21470.11, Subd. 6 of the Plymouth City Code (C-4,
COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL DISTRICT—USES BY ADMINISTRATIVE PERMIT) is
amended as follows:
Subd. 6. Outside, above ground storage facilities for fuels used for stafAb-y-heating
purposes; outdoor generators located two hundr-e '200) feet or more away from residentially
guided or zoned property; and outdoor equipment used for dispensing fuels to vehicles or
containers used in conjunction with the approved principal use, but not for sale. Sueh f atafos
sha4l be limited to gasoline, diesel, aa4ufa4 gas, or- pr-epane. The leeatien and d '–n of Such
features for new developments shall be included with the site plan submitted for review and
approval as required by this Chapter, The leeation and design e and such features for existing
developments shall be subject to the approval of the Zoning Administrator and the following
criteria:
(a) The design, construction, and location of any such features must comply with
State and City codes including appropriate National Fire Protection Association
standards, Minnesota State Fire Code requirements, and manufacturer's specifications.
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(b) An accurate site plan for the development based upon a certified survey, shall be
submitted showing to scale the location of such features, including any fencing and
landscaping related to safety or screening.
(c) To assure that fire hose streams can be directed onto such features with minimal
obstruction, solid wall enclosures shall not be used.
(d) Such features must be located so as not to obstruct approved parking spaces,
driving aisles, fire lanes, utility easements, or required building ingress or egress points.
(e) No signage shall be permitted, other than required safety information, product
identification, product hazards, and operation instructions. For the purpose of this
section, "signage" includes words, graphics, logos, and symbols.
(f) Outdoor generators located less than 2003 feet from residentially
guided or zoned property shall require the approval of a site plan (or site plan
amendment) for a major project, pursuant to Section 21045.05 of this Chapter.
SECTION 64. Amendment. Section 21475.05, Subd. 1 of the Plymouth City Code (CC,
CITY CENTER DISTRICT—PERMITTED USES) is amended as follows:
Subd.1. CC -P.
(a) Amphitheaters.
(b) Bus/transit stations or terminals without vehicle storage.
(c) Commercial recreation, indoor (e.g., bowling alleys, roller rinks).
(d) Community centers.
(e) Essential services not including structures, except those requiring administrative
permits or conditional use permits pursuant to Section 21160 of this Chapter.
(f) Governmental and public utility (essential service) buildings and structures,
including public works type facilities, excluding outdoor storage.
(g) Parks and recreational facilities, structures and buildings.
(h) Publicly owned civic or cultural buildings such as libraries, city offices,
auditoriums, public administration buildings and historical developments.
(i) Religious institutions such as churches, chapels, temples, synagogues, mosques
limited to worship and directly related social events.
Qi) Sports and fitness clubs.
(k) Therapeutic massage.
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SECTION 65. Amendment. Section 21475.05, Subd. 2 of the Plymouth City Code (CC,
CITY CENTER DISTRICT—PERMITTED USES) is amended as follows:
Subd. 2. CC -R & E.
(a) Amusement centers.
(b) Antique shops, including incidental restoration.
(c) Appliance and electronic stores including incidental repair and assembly but not
fabricating or manufacturing.
(d) Art gallery and sales.
(e) Bakery goods and baking of goods for retail sales on the premises.
(f) Banks, credit unions and other financial institutions (excluding currency
exchanges) with or without drive up tellers. (Drive up teller service is regulated by
Section 21120.09 of this Chapter.)
(g) Beauty salons and day spas.
(h) Bicycle sales and repair.
(i) Book, office supply and equipment, school supply and art, or stationary stores.
0) Bus/transit stations or terminals without vehicle storage.
(k) Camera and photographic supplies, sales, and film processing.
(1) Candy, ice cream, popcorn, nuts, frozen desserts, and soft drink sales.
(m) Clothes, sales and/or rental.
(n) Copy/printing services (excludes printing presses and publishing facilities).
(o) Delicatessens/coffee houses without drive-through service.
(p) Dining restaurants (no drive-in or drive-through service).
(pq) Dry cleaning pick up and laundry pick up stations including incidental repair but
not including processing.
(qrr) Essential services not including structures, except those requiring administrative
permits or conditional use permits pursuant to Section 21160 of this Chapter.
(rs) Fabric and notions sales and store.
(st) Florist shops.
(tu) Furniture stores containing less than five thousand—(5,000) square feet of gross
floor area.
(uv) Gift or novelty stores.
(vw) Governmental and public utility (essential service) buildings and structures,
including public works type facilities, excluding outdoor storage.
(wx) Grocery, supermarkets.
(xy) Grocery, superstores.
(yz) Hardware stores.
(i�aa) Hobby and craft stores.
(ebb) Jewelry stores.
(*cc) Leather goods and luggage stores.
(sedd) Liquor, off sale, pursuant to the required liquor license.
(ddee) Locksmiths.
(eeff) Music (e.g., instruments, equipment, compact discs) shops and sales.
(€€gg) Offices, administrative/commercial.
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(gghh) Offices/clinics for medical, dental, or chiropractic services.
(Wkii) Paint and wallpaper sales.
(itj l) Pharmacies without drive-through service.
(jkk) Plumbing, television, radio, electrical sales and related accessory repair.
(11) Religious institutions such as churches chapels temples s3nagogues, mosques
limited to worship and directly related social events.
(4mm) Retail operations, excluding pawnshops, that are not otherwise addressed in this
section – provided they contain less than dffee theusand '3,000) square feet of gross floor
area.
(inn) Sewing machine sales and service.
(mioo) Sexually oriented businesses – accessory (as regulated by Section 21195 of this
Chapter).
(eepp) Shoe repair.
(ppgq) Sporting goods and recreational equipment sales, excluding motorized vehicles.
(,qqrr) Studios - artist, dance, decorating, karate, music, portrait photography, and
similar uses.
(ffss) Tailoring services.
(sstt) Tanning salons.
(ttuu) Theaters (indoor only).
(vv) Therapeutic massage.
(euww) Toy stores.
(N-xx) Veterinary clinics and related indoor kennel; and pet sales, supplies and
grooming.
(v.-AM) Video rental and sales.
SECTION 66. Amendment. Section 21475.09, Subd. 1 of the Plymouth City Code (CC,
CITY CENTER DISTRICT—CONDITIONAL USES) is amended as follows:
Subd.1. All sub -districts.
(a) Antennas not located upon an existing structure or existing tower, as regulated by
Section 21175 of this Chapter.
(b) Essential services requiring a conditional use permit pursuant to Section 21160 of
this Chapter.
(c) Essential service structures (as defined by Section 21005 of this Chapter) that
exceed €rum(5) feet in height or twenty 20) square feet in area, necessary for the health,
safety and general welfare of the City, excluding public work type facilities, provided that
equipment is completely enclosed in a permanent structure with no outside storage.
(Amended by Ord. No. 2004-02, 01/13/04)
(d) Parking ramps as an accessory use; and public ramps/garages as a principal use.
(Amended by Ord. No. 2008-09, 03/25/08)
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SECTION 67. Amendment. Section 21475.09, Subd. 4 of the Plymouth City Code (CC,
CITY CENTER DISTRICT --CONDITIONAL USES) is amended as follows:
Subd. 4. CC -OT & R District.
(a) Day care facilities as a principal use provided that the use complies with the
provisions of Section 21150 of this Chapter.
(b) Entertainment, live; in association with a restaurant.
ft) Multiple family dwellings (apartments, condominiums, townhouses, and similar
attached housing) as part of a mixed land use development, provided that residential
density does not exceed twenty (20) dwelling units per acre.
SECTION 68. Amendment. Section 21475.13, Subd. 6 of the Plymouth City Code (CC,
CITY CENTER DISTRICT—USES BY ADMINISTRATIVE PERMIT) is amended as follows:
Subd. 6. Outside, above ground storage facilities for fuels used for st-andb�-heating
purposes; outdoor generators located two hundr-e44200) feet or more away from residentially
guided or zoned property; and outdoor equipment used for dispensing fuels to vehicles or
containers used in conjunction with the approved principal use, but not for sale. Sueh f .,tffes
shall be limited to gasoline, diesel, fiatiifa4 gas, of pmpane. The leeatien and d '-Fi of Such
features for new developments shall be included with the site plan submitted for review and
approval as required by this Chapter,. The leeatien and design e and such features for existing
developments shall be subject to the approval of the Zoning Administrator and the following
criteria:
(a) The design, construction, and location of any such features must comply with
State and City codes including appropriate National Fire Protection Association
standards, Minnesota State Fire Code requirements, and manufacturer's specifications.
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(b) An accurate site plan for the development based upon a certified survey, shall be
submitted showing to scale the location of such features, including any fencing and
landscaping related to safety or screening.
(c) To assure that fire hose streams can be directed onto such features with minimal
obstruction, solid wall enclosures shall not be used.
(d) Such features must be located so as not to obstruct approved parking spaces,
driving aisles, fire lanes, utility easements, or required building ingress or egress points.
(e) No signage shall be permitted, other than required safety information, product
identification, product hazards, and operation instructions. For the purpose of this
section, "signage" includes words, graphics, logos, and symbols.
(f) Outdoor generators located less than two tid4200) feet from residentially
guided or zoned property shall require the approval of a site plan (or site plan
amendment) for a major project, pursuant to Section 21045.05 of this Chapter.
SECTION 69. Amendment. Section 21550.11, Subd. 6 of the Plymouth City Code (C-5,
COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT—USES BY ADMINISTRATIVE PERMIT) is
amended as follows:
Subd. 6. Outside, above ground storage facilities for fuels used for standb-y-heating
purposes; outdoor generators located two 4uadred4200) feet or more away from residentially
guided or zoned property; and outdoor equipment used for dispensing fuels to vehicles or
containers used in conjunction with the approved principal use, but not for sale. Suef „t,• e
"I be limited to gasoline, diesel, natufa4 gas, or- pr-apane. The leeation and design of Such
features for new developments shall be included with the site plan submitted for review and
approval as required by this Chapter- The T,., atie~ and design e and such features for existing
developments shall be subject to the approval of the Zoning Administrator and the following
criteria:
(a) The design, construction, and location of any such features must comply with
State and City codes including appropriate National Fire Protection Association
standards, Minnesota State Fire Code requirements, and manufacturer's specifications.
(b) An accurate site plan for the development based upon a certified survey shall be
submitted showing to scale the location of such features, including any fencing and
landscaping related to safety or screening.
(c) To assure that fire hose streams can be directed onto such features with minimal
obstruction, solid wall enclosures shall not be used.
(d) Such features must be located so as not to obstruct approved parking spaces,
driving aisles, fire lanes, utility easements, or required building ingress or egress points.
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(e) No signage shall be permitted, other than required safety information, product
identification, product hazards, and operation instructions. For the purpose of this
Section, "signage" includes words, graphics, logos, and symbols.
(f) Outdoor generators located less than 200) feet from residentially
guided or zoned property shall require the approval of a site plan (or site plan
amendment) for a major project, pursuant to Section 21045.05 of this Chapter.
SECTION 70. Amendment. Section 21555.07 of the Plymouth City Code (B -C, BUSINESS
CAMPUS DISTRICT—CONDITIONAL USES) is amended as follows:
21555.07. CONDITIONAL USES: Subject to applicable provisions of this Chapter, the
following are conditional uses in the B -C District and require a conditional use permit based
upon procedures set forth in and regulated by Section 21015 of this Chapter. Additionally,
besides the specific standards and criteria which may be cited below for respective conditional
uses, each request for a conditional use permit shall be evaluated based upon the standards and
criteria set forth in Sections 21015.02, Subd. 5 and 21015.04 of this Chapter.
Subd. 1. Antennas not located upon an existing structure or existing tower, as
regulated by Section 21175 of this Chapter.
Subd. 2. Buildings in excess of height limitations as specified in Section 21555.13
of this Chapter, provided that:
(a) For each additional five (5} -feet in height above the maximum building height
specified in this district, the front and side yard setback requirements shall be increased
by one (- +foot.
(b) The construction does not limit solar access to abutting and/or neighboring
properties.
Subd. 3. Day care facilities as a principal or accessory use, provided that the use
complies with Section 21150 of this Chapter.
Subd. 4. Dining restaurants not exceeding 15 percent of the total gross floor area of
the building in which it is located, provided that:
(a) No drive-through window service shall be provided.
(b) The storage, preparation and serving of food items are subject to the approval of
the Zoning Administrator who shall provide specific written sanitary requirements based
upon applicable State and Count regulations.
Subd. 45. Entertainment, live; in association with a restaurant.
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Subd. 56. Essential services requiring a conditional use permit pursuant to Section
21160 of this Chapter.
Subd. 67. Essential service structures (as defined by Section 21005 of this Chapter)
that exceed €rv-e-(5) feet in height or twei#y (20) square feet in area, necessary for the health,
safety and general welfare of the City, excluding public works type facilities, provided that
equipment is completely enclosed in a permanent structure with no outside storage. (Amended by
Ord. No. 2004-02, 01113104) (Amended by Ord. No. 2001-06, 02/13/01)
Subd. -78. Extended stay hotels provided that more than }-(50) percent of the
rooms shall have cooking facilities.
Subd. 89. Helistops, as regulated by Section 21193 of this Chapter.
Subd. 910. Hotels and motels provided that the facility provides restaurant and food
service with optional on -sale liquor.
Subd. 4011. Manufacturing, compounding, assembly, packaging, warehousing
(excluding explosives and hazardous waste), or treatment of merchandise or commodities as an
accessory use provided that:
(a) The use is accessory to an allowable use within this district.
(b) No outside storage is associated with the use.
(c) The area devoted to the accessory use shall not exceed few (40) percent of the
gross building floor area.
Subd. 12. Retail commercial activities, personal services and food service (cafeteria,
delicatessen, coffee house) as an accessory use provided that:
(a) Personal services are limited to those uses and activities which are allowed as a
permitted or permitted accessory use within the C-1 Zoning District.
(b) The activity is located within a structure whose principal use is not commercial
sales.
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(c) All such activities are conducted in a clearly defined area of the principal building
reserved exclusively for such use. Said area must be physically segregated from other
principal activities in the building.
(d) The area devoted to such activity shall not occupy more than fifteen (15) percent
of the gross floor area of the building.
(e) Hours of operation are limited to 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM unless specifically
modified by the City Council.
(f) No directly or indirectly illuminated sign or sign in excess of ten (Wsquare feet
identifying the name of the business shall be visible from the outside of the building.
(g) No signs or posters of any type advertising products for sale or services shall be
visible from the outside of the building.
SECTION 71. Amendment. Section 21555.11, Subd. 5 of the Plymouth City Code (B -C,
BUSINESS CAMPUS DISTRICT—USES BY ADMINISTRATIVE PERMIT) is amended as
follows:
Subd. 5. Outside, above ground storage facilities for fuels used for std -heating
purposes; outdoor generators located *-=��d-{2003 feet or more away from residentially
guided or zoned property; and outdoor equipment used for dispensing fuels to vehicles or
containers used in conjunction with the approved principal use, but not for sale.
shall be limited te gasoline, diesel, naWral gas, or- pr-epaae. The leeatieft and Such
features for new developments shall be included with the site plan submitted for review and
approval as required by this Chapter,. The leeatien and design e and such features for existing
developments shall be subject to the approval of the Zoning Administrator and the following
criteria:
(a) The design, construction, and location of any such features must comply with
State and City codes including appropriate National Fire Protection Association
standards, Minnesota State Fire Code requirements, and manufacturer's specifications.
(b) An accurate site plan for the development based upon a certified survey shall be
submitted showing to scale the location of such features, including any fencing and
landscaping related to safety or screening.
(c) To assure that fire hose streams can be directed onto such features with minimal
obstruction, solid wall enclosures shall not be used.
(d) Such features must be located so as not to obstruct approved parking spaces,
driving aisles, fire lanes, utility easements, or required building ingress or egress points.
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(e) No signage shall be permitted, other than required safety information, product
identification, product hazards, and operation instructions. For the purpose of this
Section, "signage" includes words, graphics, logos, and symbols.
(f) Outdoor generators located less than two hundr-ed-(200) feet from residentially
guided or zoned property shall require the approval of a site plan (or site plan
amendment) for a major project, pursuant to Section 21045.05 of this Chapter.
SECTION 72. Amendment. Section 21560.11, Subd. 5 of the Plymouth City Code (I-1,
LIGHT INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT—USES BY ADMINISTRATIVE PERMIT) is amended as
follows:
Subd. 5. Outside, above ground storage facilities for fuels used for &ta heating
purposes; outdoor generators located two wed -(200) feet or more away from residentially
guided or zoned property; and outdoor equipment used for dispensing fuels to vehicles or
containers used in conjunction with the approved principal use, but not for sale.
sha4l be limited to gasoline, diesel, nati:wal gas, or- pfopane. The leea&a and d i Such
features for new developments shall be included with the site plan submitted for review and
approval as required by this Chapter.,. The '.endon and design e and such features for existing
developments shall be subject to the approval of the Zoning Administrator and the following
criteria:
(a) The design, construction, and location of any such features must comply with
State and City codes including appropriate National Fire Protection Association
standards, Minnesota State Fire Code requirements, and manufacturer's specifications.
(b) An accurate site plan for the development based upon a certified survey, shall be
submitted showing to scale the location of such features, including any fencing and
landscaping related to safety or screening.
(c) To assure that fire hose streams can be directed onto such features with minimal
obstruction, solid wall enclosures shall not be used.
(d) Such features must be located so as not to obstruct approved parking spaces,
driving aisles, fire lanes, utility easements, or required building ingress or egress points.
(e) No signage shall be permitted, other than required safety information, product
identification, product hazards, and operation instructions. For the purpose of this
Section, "signage" includes words, graphics, logos, and symbols.
(f) Outdoor generators located less than two htmdr-ea '200) feet from residentially
guided or zoned property shall require the approval of a site plan (or site plan
amendment) for a major project, pursuant to Section 21045.05 of this Chapter.
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SECTION 73. Amendment. Section 21565.11, Subd. 5 of the Plymouth City Code (I-2,
GENERAL INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT—USES BY ADMINISTRATIVE PERMIT) is amended
as follows:
Subd. 5. Outside, above ground storage facilities for fuels used for standby -heating
purposes; outdoor generators located tweed -(200) feet or more away from residentially
guided or zoned property; and outdoor equipment used for dispensing fuels to vehicles or
containers used in conjunction with the approved principal use, but not for sale. Sue� �Hfes
sW1 be limited to gasoline, diesel, aatufW gas, er- pr-epane. The leeation and Such
features for new developments shall be included with the site plan submitted for review and
approval as required by this Chapter,. The leeatien and design e and such features for existing
developments shall be subject to the approval of the Zoning Administrator and the following
criteria:
(a) The design, construction, and location of any such features must comply with
State and City codes including appropriate National Fire Protection Association
standards, Minnesota State Fire Code requirements, and manufacturer's specifications.
(b) An accurate site plan for the development based upon a' certified survey, shall be
submitted showing to scale the location of such features, including any fencing and
landscaping related to safety or screening.
(c) To assure that fire hose streams can be directed onto such features with minimal
obstruction, solid wall enclosures shall not be used.
(d) Such features must be located so as not to obstruct approved parking spaces,
driving aisles, fire lanes, utility easements, or required building ingress or egress points.
(e) No signage shall be permitted, other than required safety information, product
identification, product hazards, and operation instructions. For the purpose of this
Section, "signage" includes words, graphics, logos, and symbols.
(f) Outdoor generators located less than two htmdr-ed42003 feet from residentially
guided or zoned property shall require the approval of a site plan (or site plan
amendment) for a major project, pursuant to Section 21045.05 of this Chapter.
SECTION 74. Amendment. Section 21570.13, Subd. 5 of the Plymouth City Code (I-3,
HEAVY INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT—USES BY ADMINISTRATIVE PERMIT) is amended as
follows:
Subd. 5. Outside, above ground storage facilities for fuels used for standb-y-heating
purposes; outdoor generators located two d-(200) feet or more away from residentially
guided or zoned property; and outdoor equipment used for dispensing fuels to vehicles or
containers used in conjunction with the approved principal use, but not for sale. Sueh features
sM1 be limited to gasoline, diesel, natffal gas, or- pr-epane. The leeation a -ad d *-q of Such
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features for new developments shall be included with the site plan submitted for review and
approval as required by this Chapter, The le..ation and design -of and such features for existing
developments shall be subject to the approval of the Zoning Administrator and the following
criteria:
(a) The design, construction, and location of any such features must comply with
State and City codes including appropriate National Fire Protection Association
standards, Minnesota State Fire Code requirements, and manufacturer's specifications.
(b) An accurate site plan for the development based upon a certified survey shall be
submitted showing to scale the location of such features, including any fencing and
landscaping related to safety or screening.
(c) To assure that fire hose streams can be directed onto such features with minimal
obstruction, solid wall enclosures shall not be used.
(d) Such features must be located so as not to obstruct approved parking spaces,
driving aisles, fire lanes, utility easements, or required building ingress or egress points.
(e) No signage shall be permitted, other than required safety information, product
identification, product hazards, and operation instructions. For the purpose of this
Section, "signage" includes words, graphics, logos, and symbols.
(f) Outdoor generators located less than two hundr-e '200) feet from residentially
guided or zoned property shall require the approval of a site plan (or site plan
amendment) for a major project, pursuant to Section 21045.05 of this Chapter.
SECTION 75. Amendment. Section 21650.11, Subd. 5 of the Plymouth City Code (PI,
PUBLIC/INSTITUTIONAL DISTRICT—USES BY ADMINISTRATIVE PERMIT) is amended
as follows:
Subd. 5. Outside, above ground storage facilities for fuels used for shy -heating
purposes; outdoor generators located twehundr-ed{200) feet or more away from residentially
guided or zoned property; and outdoor equipment used for dispensing fuels to vehicles or
containers used in conjunction with the approved principal use, but not for sale. Sueh f atefes
sha4l be limited to gasoline, diesel, natffal gas, or- pr-epane. The leeatien and design of Such
features for new developments shall be included with the site plan submitted for review and
approval as required by this Chapter- The le..atie.., and design ^ r and such features for existing
developments shall be subject to the approval of the Zoning Administrator and the following
criteria:
(a) The design, construction, and location of any such features must comply with
State and City codes including appropriate National Fire Protection Association
standards, Minnesota State Fire Code requirements, and manufacturer's specifications.
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(b) An accurate site plan for the development based upon a certified survey shall be
submitted showing to scale the location of such features, including any fencing and
landscaping related to safety or screening.
(c) To assure that fire hose streams can be directed onto such features with minimal
obstruction, solid wall enclosures shall not be used.
(d) Such features must be located so as not to obstruct approved parking spaces,
driving aisles, fire lanes, utility easements, or required building ingress or egress points.
(e) No signage shall be permitted, other than required safety information, product
identification, product hazards, and operation instructions. For the purpose of this
Section, "signage" includes words, graphics, logos, and symbols.
(f) Outdoor generators located less than two hundred -{200) feet from residentially
guided or zoned property shall require the approval of a site plan (or site plan
amendment) for a major project, pursuant to Section 21045.05 of this Chapter.
SECTION 76. Amendment. Section 21655.12, Subd. 3 of the Plymouth City Code (PUD,
PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT—PLYMOUTH TECHNOLOGY PARK PUD)
is amended as follows:
Subd. 3. Allowable Uses.
a. The uses allowed on Lot 2, Block 1, Plymouth Technology Park, and on Lots 1, 2,
and 3, Block 1, Plymouth Technology Park 2nd Addition shall include any permitted,
accessory, conditional, or interim uses allowed in the I-1 district. Such I-1 uses shall be
considered "permitted" in this portion of the PUD, provided they comply with any
conditions specified for such uses. Additionally, the uses listed as uses by administrative
permit in the I-1 district shall be considered "administrative" in this portion of the PUD.
b. The uses allowed on Lot 3, Block 1, Plymouth Technology Park shall include any
permitted, accessory, conditional, or interim uses allowed in the I-2 district. Such I-2
uses shall be considered "permitted" in this portion of the PUD, provided they comply
with any conditions specified for such uses. Additionally, the uses listed as uses by
administrative permit in the I-2 district shall be considered "administrative" in this
portion of the PUD.
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SECTION 77. Amendment. Section 21655.13, Subd. 3 of the Plymouth City Code (PUD,
PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT—PIKE LAKE WOODS PUD) is amended as
follows:
Subd. 3. Allowable Uses.
(a) The uses allowed on the residential
property in Pike Lake Woods PUD are shall include any permitted, accessory,
conditional, or interim uses allowed in the RMF -1
Ddistrict. All allowable uses afe ubje t to the s,..,.,aards and restfietti ngs „f +ho
RA44� , Dist -iet exeept as modified i giabd. n bolow. Such RMF -1 uses shall be
considered "permitted" in the residential portion of the PUD, provided they
comply with any conditions specified for such uses. Additionally, the uses listed
as uses by administrative permit in the RMF -1 district shall be considered
"administrative" in the residential portion of the PUD.
(b) The uses allowed on the commercial
property in the Pike Lake Woods PUD (Lot 1, Block 2, Pike Lake Woods) afe
shall include any permitted, accessory, conditional, or interim uses allowed in the
C-2 district. All allowable uses are S*eet
.
Below. Such C-2 uses shall be considered "Rermitted" in the commercial portion
of the PUD, provided they comply with any conditions specified for such uses.
Additionally, the uses listed as uses by administrative permit in the C-2 district
shall be considered "administrative" in the commercial portion of the PUD.
(Amended by Ord. No. 2006-04, 02/07/06)
SECTION 78. Amendment. Section 21655.14, Subd. 3 of the Plymouth City Code (PUD,
PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT—THE PLYMOUTH COLLECTION PUD) is
amended as follows:
Subd. 3. Allowable Uses. The uses peffai allowed in this PUD shall include
any permitted, accessory, conditional, or interim uses allowed in the C-1 and C-2 districts. In
addition, the following uses shall be pallowed in the PUD provided they do not exceed
20,000 square feet in building area on an individual basis: 1) appliance and electronic stores; 2)
book, office supply, and stationary stores; 3) car wash accessory to a convenience grocery market
with motor fuel sales; 4) convenience restaurant with drive-through service; 5) dry cleaning
including plant and accessory pressing and repair; 6) fabric/notions stores; 7) free-standing
restaurant with liquor service; 8) furniture stores; 9) jewelry stores; 10) music stores; 11) sewing
machine sales and service; and 12) toy stores. All the uses listed above shall be considered as
"permitted" uses -in the PUD, provided they comply with all development standards a&Any
conditions specified for such uses „ao,. the most ,-esk:e five o .,a;.,,. a efitie,,,,i Zen
distfie. Additionallv. the uses listed as uses by administrative hermit in the C-1 and C-2 districts
shall be considered "administrative" in the PUD.
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SECTION 79. Amendment. Section 21655.17, Subd. 3 of the Plymouth City Code (PUD,
PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT—THE VILLAGE AT BASSETT CREEK
PUD) is amended as follows:
Subd. 3. Allowable Uses.
(a) The uses allowed on Blocks 1-3 (the townhome site) in The Village at Bassett
Creek PUD are shall include any permitted, accessory, conditional, or interim uses
allowed in the RMF -4 tiple Family 4) Zoning Ddistrict. Such RMF -4 uses shall be
considered "permitted" in this portion of the PUD provided they comply with any
conditions specified for such uses. Additionally, the uses listed as uses by administrative
permit in the RMF -4 district shall be considered "administrative" in this portion of the
PUD.
(b) The use allowed on Block 5 (the senior apartment site) in The Village of Bassett
Creek PUD is senior housing and related accessory uses. This use shall be considered
"permitted" in this portion of the PUD provided it complies with any conditions
specified for such use. Additionally the uses listed as uses by administrative permit in
the RMF -4 district shall be considered "administrative" in this portion of the PUD
(c) The uses allowed on Block 4 (the commercial office site) in The Village of
Bassett Creek PUD are shall include any permitted, accessory, or interim uses allowed in
the O 2eigag-district, as well as banks with drive -up tellers and daycare facilities. The
uses listed herein shall be considered "permitted" in this portion of the PUD provided
they comply with any conditions specified for such uses. Additionally the uses listed as
uses by administrative permit in the O district shall be considered "administrative" in the
commercial portion of the PUD. (Amended by Ord. No. 2002-02, 01/22/02)
SECTION 80. Amendment. Section 21655.22, Subd. 3 of the Plymouth City Code (PUD,
PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT—CORNERSTONE COMMONS PUD) is
amended as follows:
Subd. 3. Allowable Uses. The alleyuses eyed -permitted in the PUD are
multi -family housing units consistent with the City's Comprehensive Plan, along with the
following accessory uses:
(a) Keeping of animals subject to Section 21170 of the Chapter.
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SECTION 80. Amendment. Section 21655.22, Subd. 3 of the Plymouth City Code (PUD,
PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT—CORNERSTONE COMMONS PUD) is
amended as follows:
Subd. 3. Allowable Uses. The alleyuses eyed -permitted in the PUD are
multi -family housing units consistent with the City's Comprehensive Plan, along with the
following accessory uses:
(a) Keeping of animals subject to Section 21170 of the Chapter.
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(b) Home occupations and home offices as regulated by Section 21145 of this
Chapter.
(c) Play and recreational facilities, only accessory to an existing principal permitted
use on the same lot and which are operated for the enjoyment and convenience of the residents
of the principal use and their occasional guests, except as otherwise permitted.
(d) Radio and television receiving antennas including single satellite dish TVROs one
(1) meter or less in diameter, short-wave radio dispatching antennas, or those necessary for the
operation of household electronic equipment including radio receivers, federal licensed amateur
radio stations and television receivers, as regulated by Section 21175 of this Chapter.
(e) Administrative offices and common areas for accessory services, activities, and
the retail sale of goods and services to the residents and guests of the residential development.
(f) Emergency backup generators, the location and design of such facilities shall be
subject to the following criteria:
a. The design construction, and location of the equipment must comply with
State and City codes including appropriate National Fire Protection
Association specifications, Minnesota Uniform Fire Code requirements
and manufacturer's specifications.
b. An accurate site plan for the installation based upon a certified survey,
shall be submitted showing to scale the location of the generator and any
fencing enclosures and landscaping relating to the safety and screening of
the equipment.
C. No signage shall be permitted, other than required safety information,
product identification, product hazards, and operation instructions. For the
purpose of this section, "signage" includes words, graphics, logos, and
symbols.
Additionally, the uses listed as uses by administrative permit in the RMF -4 district shall be
considered "administrative" in the PUD.
SECTION 81. Amendment. Section 21655.23, Subd. 3 of the Plymouth City Code (PUD,
PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT—PUD 83-1 (PARKERS LAKE):
AMENDMENT FOR OUTLOT A, PARKERS LAKE CORPORATE CENTER Wh ADDITION)
is amended as follows:
Subd.3. Allowable Uses. The allewabk–uses allowed on this parcel are shall
include all permitted, accessory, conditional, or interim uses allowed in the I-1 zoning district,
provided the office use does not exceed 80 percent of the gross square footage of the building.
Such I-1 uses shall be considered "permitted" on this parcel provided they comply with any
conditions specified for such uses Additionally the uses listed as uses by administrative permit
in the I-1 district shall be considered "administrative" on this parcel.
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SECTION 82. Amendment. Section 21655.25, Subd. 3 of the Plymouth City Code (PUD,
PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT—PLYMOUTH PONDS, BUILDINGS 5-8
PUD) is amended as follows:
Subd. 3. Allowable Uses. The uses allowed in this PUD shall ee s�rinclude the
permitted, accessory, interim, and conditional uses allowed in the I-1 district,
except for those conditional uses specifically prohibited in Subd. 4 below. The uses a4lowea i
Such
I-1 uses shall be considered "permitted" in the PUD, provided they comply with any conditions
specified for such uses. In addition, warehouses with limited distribution center characteristics
shall be considered permitted uses in Building 7 if they generate less than an average of 10 semi -
trucks accessing the property per day. The uses listed as uses by administrative permit in the I-1
district shall be considered "administrative" in the PUD. (Amended by Ord. No. 2000-33,
10/24/00) (Amended by Ord. No. 2001-06, 02/13/01)
SECTION 83. Amendment. Section 21655.26, Subd. 3 of the Plymouth City Code (PUD,
PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT—PLYMOUTH MARKETPLACE PUD) is
amended as follows:
Subd. 3. Allowable Uses. The uses allowed in this PUD shall include any
permitted, accessory, conditional, or interim uses allowed in the C-1 and C-2 districts. In
addition, a 120 -unit senior care building shall be permitted on Lot 1. All the uses listed above
shall be considered as -"permitted" uses in the PUD, provided they comply with the develepme
standards conditions �pecified for such uses under- the most res*-iefive zeffing dist^^*
Additionally, the uses listed as uses by administrative permit in the C-1 and C-2 districts shall be
considered "administrative" in the PUD.
SECTION 84. Amendment. Section 21655.29, Subd. 3 of the Plymouth City Code (PUD,
PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT—HOM FURNITURE PUD) is amended as
follows:
Subd. 3. Allowable Uses. The uses permitted in this PUD shall include the
following:
• Furniture Stores
• Appliance Stores
• Bathroom/Kitchen Remodeling Stores
• Fireplace/Stove Stores
• Flooring Stores (carpet/vinyl/tile)
• Home Security/Alarm System Stores
• Home Theater/Sound System Stores (excluding volume electronic stores)
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• Interior Decorator/Designer Services
• Lighting Stores
• Outdoor Play System Stores (no outdoor sales, display, or storage allowed)
• Swimming Pool Contractor/Designer Stores (no outdoor sales, display, or storage allowed)
• Window Treatment Stores
• Other similar uses that the City staff finds would have similar characteristics as a furniture
store, with respect to traffic generation and parking needs.
Additionally, the uses listed as uses by administrative permit in the C-2 district shall be
considered "administrative" in the PUD.
SECTION 85. Amendment. Section 21655.41, Subd. 3 of the Plymouth City Code (PUD,
PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT—PUD 81-1 (NORTHWEST BUSINESS
CAMPUS): AMENDMENT FOR CSM PLYMOUTH BUSINESS CAMPUS) is amended as
follows:
Subd. 3. Allowable Uses: Lot 1 - all permitted, accessory, conditional, or interim
uses allowed in the C-2 and C-3 districts; and Lot 2 - hotel, including an extended stay hotel.
All the uses listed above shall be considered "permitted" in the PUD, provided thecomply with
any conditions specified for such uses. Additionally, the uses listed as uses by administrative
permit in the C-2 and C-3 districts shall be considered "administrative" in the PUD.
SECTION 86. Amendment. Section 21655.44, Subd. 3 of the Plymouth City Code (PUD,
PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT—INTERFAITH OUTREACH AND
COMMUNITY PARTNERS) is amended as follows:
Subd. 3. Allowable Uses. The allele -uses allowed in this PUD eFe-shall include
any permitted, im eraccessory, or interim uses allowed in the C-2 district, sports and fitness
clubs no greater than 45,000 square feet, clothing and furniture sales up to 10,000 square feet,
training and tutoring services, food distribution (grocery), and day care facilities.
All of -the uses listed above shall be considered "permitted" eses-in the PUD, provided they
comply with all the development standards and -any conditions appr-ON,ed by City Ce
Reselufien 2008 0895 and City Geiiaeil Resele4ion 2010 15 1, oft file in the Offiee of the Zening
A.i., inist.-ate - undef File 2004007 and 20100 s-Decified for such uses. Additionally, the uses
listed as uses by administrative permit in the C-2 district shall be considered "administrative" in
the PUD.
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SECTION 87. Amendment. Section 21665.03, Subd. 1 of the Plymouth City Code
(SHORELAND MANAGEMENT OVERLAY DISTRICT—GENERAL PROVISIONS) is
amended as follows:
Subd.1. Lands to which Subdivision Applies and Classification of Public Waters.
(a) This Section shall apply to 1) all riparian parcels of land, 2) all parcels of land
lying entirely within the shoreland management overlay district, and 3) all parcels of land
lying partially within the shoreland management overlay district that contain greater than
two (-acres. In cases where a parcel of land is located partially within the shoreland
management overlay district and contains greater than two (}acres, the provisions of this
Section shall apply only to that portion of the parcel lying within the boundaries of the
shoreland management overlay district. This Section applies to shoreland areas of those
public waters which have been defined and classified by the Commissioner of the
Department of Natural Resources pursuant to Minnesota Statutes and State Regulations,
and which are shown on the Shoreland Management Map which shall be considered a
part of the Official Zoning Map and this Chapter. (Amended by Ord. No. 2009-07,
05/12109)
(b) The following public waters have been classified for purposes of this Chapter by
the Commissioner of the Department of Natural Resources; the lakes include: Pike, Bass,
Camelot (formerly known as Mud), Pomerleau, Schmidt, Lost, Turtle, Medicine, Parkers,
Kreatz, Snyder, Mooney, Hadley, Gleason, and Cavanaugh; and, the tributary streams
include: Elm Creek, Bass Creek, Plymouth Creek and the unnamed tributary located in
Section 2 in the vicinity of Eagle and Pike Lakes (commonly referred to as Pike Creek).
The unnamed tributary running from Basin 583 in Section 13 to the municipal boundary
in Section 13 (commonly referred to as Lost Creek) shall be exempt from the provisions
of this Section. (Amended by Ord. No. 2002-02, 01/22/02)
(c) The defined shorelands of these public waters are those governed by this section.
These public waters have been classified by the Commissioner of the Department of
Natural Resources pursuant to Minnesota Statutes and Minn. Reg. Parts
6120.2500-6120.3900 as follows:
(1) General Development (GD) The following lakes: Bass (98P), Lost
(103P), and Medicine (104P).
(2) Recreational Development (RD) The following lakes: Gleason (95P),
Hadley (109P), Kreatz (108P), Snyder (468P), Mooney (134P), Parkers (107P),
Pike (I I IP), Schmidt (102P), Turtle (101 P), and Cavanaugh (110P).
(3) Natural Environment (NE) The following lakes: Camelot (99P) and
Pomerleau (100P).
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(4) Tributary Streams (TS) -- The following creeks: Bass Creek (from Basin
98 in Section 2 to Basin 571 in Section 1 and from Basin 599 in Section 8 to
Basin 98 in Section 11); Elm Creek (from Section 7 to Section 5); Plymouth
Creek (from Section 17 to Basin 104 in Section 26); and the unnamed tributary
located in Section 2 in the vicinity of Eagle and Pike Lakes (commonly referred to
as Pike Creek). The unnamed tributary running from Basin 583 in Section 13 to
the municipal boundary in Section 13 (commonly referred to as Lost Creek) shall
be exempt from the provisions of this Section. (Amended by Ord. No. 2002-02,
01/22/02)
(Amended by Ord. No. 2002-32, 11/26102)
TABLE 1
CLASSIFICATION OF LAKES
Lake Name
DNR I.D. No.
Class
and
Location -(Section)
O.H.W.L.-(in feet)
Bass
98P / GD
2,11
906.1
Camelot
99P / NE
3,4
967-967.5
Cavanaugh
110P/RD
34
954
Gleason
95P / RD
X32
944.1
Hadley
109P / RD
31
961.4
Kreatz
108P / RD
29,30
972.3
Lost
103P / GD
13
939.8
Medicine
104P / GD
14,23-26
889.1
Mooney
134P / RD
305
988
Parkers
107P / RD
28,33
935.9
Pike
111P / RD
1,2
874.2
Pomerleau
100P / NE
4,9
937
Schmidt
102P / RD
11
924.3
Snyder
468P / RD
30
977 (est.)
Turtle
101P / RD
9—,16
963.8 (No.)
963.2 (So.)
NOTE: Refer to text and to Shoreland Management Area Map for Details
GD --General Developments RD --Recreational Developments NE --Natural Environments
O.H.W.L: -Ordinary High Water Level
(Amended by Ord. No. 2002-32, 11/26/02 (Amended by Ord. No. 2004-02, 01/13/04)
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TABLE 2
NAMES AND LOCATIONS OF TRIBUTARY STREAMS (TS)
Tributary Name Common/Official
Location (Sections)
Bass Creek / same
1, 2, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 11
Elm Creek / same
5, 6, 7
Pike Creek / unnamed
2
Plyrnouth Creek / same
16, 17, 21, 22, 26, 27
Lost Creek / unnamed (Exempt)
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NOTE: Refer to text and to Shoreland Management Area Map for Details
SECTION 88. Amendment. Section 21665.04, Subd. 2 (e) of the Plymouth City Code
(SHORELAND MANAGEMENT OVERLAY DISTRICT—GENERAL DENSITY AND
DESIGN STANDARDS) is amended as follows:
(e) General Requirements and Exceptions:
(21) One water -oriented accessory structure., as defined and allowed by this
Chapter, may be located on a residential lot abutting public water landward of and
closer to the ordinary high water level than allowed by this section, provided it is
in compliance with the following:
a. It is not designed or used for habitation, and does not contain
potable water or sanitary sewer facilities.
b. It is at least ten (A) -feet from the Ordinary High Water Level.
C. It is treated to reduce visibility as viewed from the public water and
adjacent properties in the Shoreland Management District by vegetation,
topography, increased setbacks, or color, assuming summer season, leaf -on
conditions.
d. It does not exceed ten {18} -feet in height, exclusive of safety rails
required by the Minnesota State Building Code.
e. It has a maximum ground coverage of two handr-ed fift.. '250)
square feet if the lot abuts a Natural Environment Lake or Tributary
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Stream and f ,,undr-aa '^ 00) square feet if the lot abuts a General
Development or Recreational Development Lake where the structure is
used exclusively for water craft and water-oriented equipment storage and
the maximum width of the structure is thy- (20) feet as measured
parallel to the configuration of the shoreline.
f. Detached decks may not exceed eight {8} -feet above grade at any
point.
g. Any deck located on the roof shall fully comply with the
Minnesota State Building Code and shall in no case: be enclosed except
for required safety rails, be covered, or be used for storage.
(32) Piers, retaining walls, fences, and docks which may be allowed by this
Chapter, shall conform to the design and maintenance standards of all applicable
Federal, State, and City Regulations.
(43) Structural setback requirements from the Ordinary High Water Level may
be altered without variance as follows:
a. To conform with the setbacks of existing principal structures on
the lots on both sides of the subject lot; provided, however, the subject lot
is not in a Shore Impact Zone or Bluff Impact Zone as defined by this
Chapter, and the approved altered setback is no less than the average
setback of the existing principal structures on the abutting lots or that
established in the underlying zoning district, including the Flood Plain
Overlay District whichever is greater. (Amended by Ord. No. 2004-02,
01113/04)
b. To allow the addition of an attached deck to a structure that
lawfully existed on the effective date of this sSection, provided all of the
following are met:
1. A thorough evaluation of the property and structure reveals
no reasonable location for an attached deck meeting or exceeding
the existing ordinary high water level setback of the structure;
2. The deck encroachment toward the ordinary high water
level does not exceed fifteen percent of the existing shoreline
setback of the structure from the ordinary high water level or does
not encroach closer than thirty feet, whichever is more restrictive;
3. The deck is constructed primarily of wood or other
approved material, and is not roofed or screened; (Amended by
Ord. No. 2006-04, 02107/06)
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4. The resulting structure setback from the property line is not
less than the minimum established by this Chapter for the
underlying zoning district.
(54) Setbacks from the Ordinary High Water Level for nonresidential structures
that are allowed by this Chapter for uses requiring location on lots abutting public
waters, as determined by the City, shall be no closer than the setbacks provided in
this section provided, the approved setback is no less than that established in the
applicable underlying zoning district including the Flood Plain Overlay District.
(75) All structures other than stairways and landings shall have a minimum
setback of X30) feet from the top of a bluff as defined by this Chapter.
(86) Structures in the Shoreland Overlay District shall have a minimum setback
of f (50) feet from the boundaries of an unplatted cemetery protected under
Minnesota Statutes, Section 307.08; setbacks less than E50) feet shall be
subject to approval by the State Archaeologist's Office, but shall be no less than
the setback established in the underlying zoning district.
(97) No structure in the Shoreland Overlay District shall be placed on a
significant historic site unless adequate information about the site has been
removed and documented in a public repository.
(108) Commercial, industrial, public, and semi-public uses that have water -
oriented needs, as determined and approved by the City, may be authorized by
conditional use permit subject to the conditional use requirements and procedures
outlined in Section 21665.05 of this Chapter and to the following: (Amended by
Ord. No. 2011-05, 02/22/11)
a. Short-term water craft mooring shall be centralized, designed to
avoid obstructions of navigation, and no larger than necessary to meet the
demonstrated need;
b. Only signs conveying non-commercial or safety-related
information and placed by City or other public authorities shall be located
in or upon public waters.
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(75) All structures other than stairways and landings shall have a minimum
setback of X30) feet from the top of a bluff as defined by this Chapter.
(86) Structures in the Shoreland Overlay District shall have a minimum setback
of f (50) feet from the boundaries of an unplatted cemetery protected under
Minnesota Statutes, Section 307.08; setbacks less than E50) feet shall be
subject to approval by the State Archaeologist's Office, but shall be no less than
the setback established in the underlying zoning district.
(97) No structure in the Shoreland Overlay District shall be placed on a
significant historic site unless adequate information about the site has been
removed and documented in a public repository.
(108) Commercial, industrial, public, and semi-public uses that have water -
oriented needs, as determined and approved by the City, may be authorized by
conditional use permit subject to the conditional use requirements and procedures
outlined in Section 21665.05 of this Chapter and to the following: (Amended by
Ord. No. 2011-05, 02/22/11)
a. Short-term water craft mooring shall be centralized, designed to
avoid obstructions of navigation, and no larger than necessary to meet the
demonstrated need;
b. Only signs conveying non-commercial or safety-related
information and placed by City or other public authorities shall be located
in or upon public waters.
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C. Only signs conveying non-commercial or safety-related
information shall be located within the shore impact zone, and signs shall
be subject to the requirements of this Chapter, provided the maximum
height shall be ten feet and the maximum area shall be two (324
square feet.
d. All artificial lighting shall be shielded or directed to avoid
illumination of public waters, except safety hazards; provided that
navigation lights may be installed for safety purposes.
TABLE 3
SPECIAL MINIMUM LOT SIZE AND STRUCTURE SETBACK STANDARDS
NOTE: Refer to this and other subdivisions of this Chapter which address the minimum lot size
and structure setback standards. There are minimum lot size and structure setback standards for
all uses in all Zoning Districts.
This table contains only those minimums which exceed the minimum standards of the underlying
Zoning District for the size of residential building sites and the setback of all structures from the
Ordinary High Water Level on lots abutting public water. Structure setbacks on lots not abutting
public water are from the property line.
NE --Natural Environments GD --General Developments RD --Recreational Development;
O.H.W.L.--Ordinary High Water Levels B.L.--Building Line; Sewer --City Sewer;
TS --Tributary Stream;
UL --Underlying Zoning District (Sections 21350 - 15€5 21650)
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Lots Abutting Public Water
Lots Not Abutting Public Water
(Ri arian Lots)
(Non-Ri arian Lots)
Width
Area
Setback
Width
Area
Setback
Class
min.
min.
min.
min.
min.
125 ft._@
Greater of
12BL'@
Greater of
NE/sewer
OHWL/
40,000
150 ft.
20,000
UL
BL
square feet
square feet
or
NE/no sewer
200 ft._@or
150 ft.
UL
UL
OHWL
UL
UL
GD/sewer
75 ft.-@
UL
50 ft.
UL
UL
UL
OHWL
GD/no sewer
10HW @
UL
75 ft.
UL
UL
UL
110 ft._@
Greater of
RD/sewer
$ '@
20,000
75 ft.
UL
UL
UL
OHWL
square feet
or
150 ft._@
RD/no sewer
OHWL
UL
100 ft.
UL
UL
UL
TS/sewer
UL
UL
50 ft.
UL
UL
UL
TS/no sewer
UL
UL
100 ft.
UL
UL
UL
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SECTION 89. Amendment. Section 21665.04, Subd. 3 of the Plymouth City Code
(SHORELAND MANAGEMENT OVERLAY DISTRICT—GENERAL DENSITY AND
DESIGN STANDARDS) is amended as follows:
Subd. 3. Maximum Height of Structures: The maximum height of all structures in
the Shoreland Overlay District shall be fe�=five (45) feet, but in no case shall be more than the
maximum height set forth in the applicable underlying zoning district; provided, however,
exceptions to this requirement may be made for churches, for agricultural structures allowed by
this Chapter, and for structures which are approved as part of a Planned Unit Development
pursuant to provisions of this sSection and of Section 21665 21655 of this Chapter. (Amended by
Ord. No. 2002-32, 11126102)
SECTION 90. Amendment. Section 21665.04, Subd. 4 (a) of the Plymouth City Code
(SHORELAND MANAGEMENT OVERLAY DISTRICT—GENERAL DENSITY AND
DESIGN STANDARDS) is amended as follows:
(a) Maximum Impervious Surface Area. The total area of all impervious surfaces
on a lot shall not exceed 25) percent of the total lot area lying above the
ordinary high water level„
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SECTION 91. Amendment. Section 21665.05 of the Plymouth City Code (SHORELAND
MANAGEMENT OVERLAY DISTRICT—CONDITIONAL USE REQUIREMENTS AND
PROCEDURES) is amended as follows:
21665.05. CONDITIONAL USE REQUIREMENTS AND PROCEDURES: The
following are requirements and procedures to be administered and enforced for conditional uses
allowable pursuant to Section 21665.04, Subd. 2 (e) 0*(aof this Chapter. These requirements
may supersede certain provisions. Where specific requirements and procedures are not given in
this paragraph, the conditional use provisions set forth in Section 21015 of this Chapter shall
apply. (Amended by Ord. No. 2011-05, 02/22111)
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Subd. 1. Application for a conditional use permit shall include appropriate narrative
and technical data to enable the City to thoroughly evaluate the waterbody, topographic,
vegetation, and soil conditions of the site of the proposed use to ensure:
(a) The prevention of soil erosion and other pollution of public waters during and
after development;
(b) The view of structures and other facilities from public waters is limited;
(c) Both potable water and appropriate sanitary sewage disposal are available for the
site;
(d) The types, uses, and numbers of water craft that the use will involve, if any, can
be safely accommodated on the public water.
Subd. 2. The Planning Commission may recommend and the City Council may
adopt conditions such as, but not limited to, the following to ensure the purposes of this section
are met:
(a) Increased setbacks from the Ordinary High Water Level;
(b) Limitations on the natural vegetation that may be removed and/or requirements
for additional vegetation;
(c) Special requirements for the location, design, and use of structures, sewage
treatment, water craft launching and docking, and vehicle parking.
Subd. 3. A copy of all notices of any public hearing scheduled to consider requests
for conditional use permits for uses governed by this section shall be sent to the Commissioner of
the Department of Natural Resources and postmarked at least ten (W) -days prior to the scheduled
hearing.
Subd. 4. A copy of the final decision granting a conditional use permit for a use
governed by this section shall be sent to the Commissioner of the Department of Natural
Resources and postmarked within ten (W*days of the final action.
SECTION 92. Amendment. Section 21670.04, Subd. 9 of the Plymouth City Code
(WETLANDS DISTRICT—GENERAL STANDARDS) is amended as follows:
Subd. 9. In cases where a site is not subject to the wetland buffer strips and
setbacks required by Section 21670.05, buildings, swimming pools, patios, decks, retaining
walls, drive aisles, and parking lots shall be set back not less than 15 feet from a wetland edge.
(Amended by Ord. No. 2004-02, 01/13/04) (Amended by Ord. No. 2009-07, 05/12/09)
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SECTION 93. Amendment. Section 21670.05, Subd. 6 of the Plymouth City Code
(WETLANDS DISTRICT—WETLAND BUFFER STRIPS AND SETBACKS) is amended as
follows:
Subd. 6. The required structure setback shall apply to all structures except those
identified in Section 21670.055 and roadways.,drivewaparkin lots, trails., and their
related retaining walls and fences. (Amended by Ord. No. 2001-06, 02/13/01)
SECTION 94. Amendment. Section 21670.08, Subd. 3 of the Plymouth City Code
(WETLANDS DISTRICT—BUFFER STRIP VEGETATION PERFORMANCE
STANDARDS) is amended as follows:
Subd. 3. Where buffer strip areas, or a portion thereof, are not vegetated or have
been cultivated or otherwise disturbed within five (5}years of the permit application, such areas
shall be re -planted and maintained according to each of the following standards:
(a) The soil in wetland buffer strips shall be amended, as necessary, to ensure that the
soil has an organic content of not less than tear(10) percent and not more than thke
(35) percent.
(b) Buffer strips shall be planted with a Board of Water and Soil Resources (BWSR)
approved seed mix containing ene ,..undr-oa 4100) percent perennial native plant species,
except for a one-time planting of an annual nurse or cover crop such as oats or rye.
(dc) The annual nurse or cover crop shall be applied at a rate of twenty pounds per
acre.
(ed) Native shrubs may be substituted for forbs. Such shrubs may be bare root
seedlings and shall be planted at a rate of sem} -(60) plants per acre. Shrubs shall be
distributed so as to provide a natural appearance and shall not be planted in rows.
(tee) Any ground cover or shrub plantings installed in buffer strip areas are independent
of landscaping requirements set forth elsewhere in the City code and City policy.
(gD Native prairie grasses and forbs shall be planted by a qualified contractor
Dr -i i ., r„w., Dee— 1550 Power- Till woad.
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(lig) No fertilizer shall be used in establishing new buffer strips, except on highly
disturbed sites when deemed necessary to establish acceptable buffer strip vegetation and
then limited to amounts indicated by an accredited soil testing laboratory.
(}h) All seeded areas shall have a two-inch thick application of compost (Mn/DOT
Grade 4-2 Section 3890) or be mulched immediately with clean straw at a rate of one and
one-half (1.5) tons per acre. Mulch shall be anchored with a disk or tackifier.
(ji) Buffer strips (both natural and created), shall be protected by silt fence during
construction and the fence shall remain in place until the area crop is established.
SECTION 95. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect upon its
passage.
ADOPTED on February 28, 2012.
ATTEST:
Sandra R. EngdaU, City Clerk
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Kelli Slavik, Mayor