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HomeMy WebLinkAbout10.d. Farmsteads Exterior Materials Zoning Text Amendment~' CITY OF ROSEMOUNT .' EXECUTIVE SUMMARY FOR ACTION City Council Meeting Date: April 17, 2003 AGENDA ITEM: Farmsteads Exterior Materials - Zoning Text AGENDA SECTION: Amendment New Business PREPARED BY: Rick Pearson, City Planner AGENDA NO. , ATTACHMENTS: Zoning excerpt with draft language for APPROVED BY: accessory structures, Draft Ordinance, PC Minutes, 3 -25 -03 SUMMARY Staff has prepared ordinance language to create an exception to materials standards for traditional farmsteads. The direction provided by the Planning Commission and suggestions by the City Attorney resulted in a fairly restrictive approach. The goal is to create an exception to the strict zoning standards so that old farmsteads that are now essentially rural residential uses can continue to improve their property and preserve the desirable rural character. New buildings would not be permitted, the exception is intended for renovation of existing buildings, and not be hampered by the non - conforming status. In order to qualify for the exemption, the applicant has to be working within a previously existing building that was erected for agricultural use, and the improvements must replicate the appearance of the original building. Metal siding will not be allowed, unless it was part of the original construction of the building. However, metal roofing will be allowed in the case of replacing obsolescent roofing materials. The City Attorney advised that the exception be rewritten as a separate paragraph so as not to confuse the materials with the aggregate square footage exception. The Planning Commission had asked if they could regulate color. Attorney LeFevere felt that in this specific case, as an exception, the Commission actually could regulate color, but in the opinion of staff, it had to be tied to historical example. As before, the intent of the ordinance is still, to preserve rural / agricultural character, not create additional (and otherwise) non - conforming storage space that encourages non - conforming uses. PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARING One audience member asked questions for clarification. The Commissioners were in support of not permitting metal siding unless it was originally used in the building. The Commissioners also understood that the variance process is still available. The new draft language is underlined. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Motion to adopt an amendment to the zoning ordinance establishing an exception to the accessory structure materials standards for traditional farmsteads. CITY COUNCIL ACTION: Section 7.2.A.6 Ordinance B, Rosemount Zoning Ordinance Any accessory building in the R -1, R-1 A, R -2, RL, RR, or AG (under twenty (20) acres and/or for non - agricultural use west of Akron Avenue) Districts over 150 (150) square feet must be constructed of materials comparable with and complementary to the principal structure. Comparable treatment includes the following requirements: a. A minimum 3:12 roof pitch; b. Roofs shall be shingled with asphalt, wood, or tile to match the home (principal building). c. Adequate number of windows shall be provided to break up the solid plane or exterior walls to simulate the character of the home (principal building). d. Siding which is identical or closely matched the home (principal building) shall be incorporated into the design of the accessory building. EXCEPTIONS: In RR or AG (under twenty (20) acres and / or for non - agricultural use west of Akron Avenue) Districts accessory structures may exceed one thousand two hundred (1,200) square feet under the following circumstances: a. The maximum aggregate area for accessory structures shall not exceed fifty (50) percent of the ground floor area of the principal building, including attached garage. b. Maximum lot coverage shall not exceed ten (10) percent impervious surface. (Ord. B -46, 9- 23 -94) In RR or AG (under twenty (20) acres and / or for non - agricultural use west of Akron Avenue) Districts existing accessory structures may be exempted from aforementioned comparable materials and area standards only in the case of structures originally constructed for agricultural use, being in existence at the time of adoption of this ordinance and provided that the improvements replicate the original _ appearance or a g ricultural character of the accessory structure and shall be approved by the Planning Commission. Substitution of new materials will only be allowed in the case of replacing obsolescent roofing materials City of Rosemount Ordinance No. B- AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CITY ZONING CODE ORDINANCE B REGARDING MINERAL EXTRACTION Exemption for Traditional Agricultural Accessory Structures THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMOUNT, MINNESOTA, ORDAINS AS FOLLOWS: SECTION I. Section 7.2A.6 District Development Regulations: Supplementary Regulations of Ordinance B — City of Rosemount Zoning Ordinance is amended to include the following: 7.2.A.6. Accessory Buildings: EXCEPTIONS: In RR or AG (under twenty (20) acres and /or for non - agricultural use west of Akron Avenue) Districts existing accessory structures may be exempted from aforementioned comparable materials and area standards only in the case of structures originally _ constructed for agricultural use, being in existence at the time of adoption of this ordinance and provided that the improvements replicate the original appearance or agricultural character of the accessory structure and shall be approved by the Planning Commission. Substitution of new materials will only be allowed in the case of replacing obsolescent roofing materials. SECTION II. This ordinance shall be effective immediately upon its passage and publication according to law. ENACTED AND ORDAINED into an Ordinance this 17"' day of April, 2003. CITY OF ROSEMOUNT William H. Droste, Mayor ATTEST: Linda Jentink, City Clerk Published in the Rosemount Town Pages this day of , 2003. Planning Commission Meeting Minutes March 25, 2003 _Page 5 the personal property tax exemption. There would be 250 construction jobs during the two -year onstruct ion period and then 25 permanent skilled labor jobs. This project would improve the re 'bility in the region in the event of a transmission or generation outages at other facilities. The are building the plant to serve their members' needs, not to provide power to Xcel ergy. They ould like to obtain the personal property tax exemption this spring, receive mem er approva and obtain the three major permits from the State by this summer. Once all ermits are obtaine by next fall, construction could begin with completion in spring of 200 The State governs the si g of these plants. Great River Energy will work with the neighb s to address concerns. This i very low air emission plant and they would meet the Minn ota noise standards. They us two -stage process which is more efficient. They are major user of water and plan to use the wa ewater line as a source and they will have their o well as a backup system. Great River Ene y has an option on 340 acres but the plant wi 1 only utilize 75 acres. There was discussion among e Commissioners regarding the to s and the personal property tax exemption. There was disc Sion about the proposed sites r the power plant in relation to neighboring properties and surrou ding wetlands. The back fuel oil is a #2 oil and will be brought in by an underground pipe li e. The wastewater w* 1 have to be demineralized and they would do that by having a water treat Xhe m or ha ng trailers. They will also have cooling towers. Several questions were asked the ailability of natural gas and what the peak levels are. The peak times are in the s he there is plenty of natural gas available. If they need to use the plant in the winte 1 gas is not available, they would switch to the fuel oil. They feel the supply network to except on the coldest winter days when they would burn fue l oil. They would still for three- quarters of their electric usage. It would be coal, windpower, and refusel. ey will help to pay for infrastructure improvements for the natural gas. Th so di ussion on the environmental assessment process. Representative Dennis Ozmen as present and commente hat there is more than one power plant looking at locating in s 'Mount. The Legislature is tell' g the different proposers of the plants looking for the per nal property tax exemption that they ve to get support from their local government. The eason is because the personal property tax ' often much more than the real estate tax. He nted the Commissioners to understand and be \aa hat they have been presented with the information to the seriousness to the reduction thlking about with the personal prope tax exemption. There is also some suspicion that all stating the plants won't be bu' without this exemption. He felt the proposed plants s do a presentation outlining e specific numbers involved. The personal property tax n t it equipment which i usually several times the value of the real estate. Whether ey ar ranted the exe ption, the customers will end up paying the tax through higher the pla s aren't ilt because they don't get the exemption, then we wouldn't get the way. New Business: Traditional Farmsteads Zoning Text Amendment The City Council directed Staff to prepare zoning text amendments surrounding traditional farmsteads. This arose when a resident wanted to improve the barn and outbuildings on their faun currently zoned rural residential. The Planning Commission upheld Staffs interpretation of the ordinance and that was appealed to the City Council. The amendment would create an exception to the strict zoning ordinance standards so that old farmsteads can continue to improve their property and preserve the rural character. Planning Commission Meeting Minutes March 25, 2003 Page 6, Staff feels the focus should be to encourage the preservation of agricultural buildings that were at one time functioning as agricultural buildings. While new materials may lengthen the lifespan of these buildings, some of the original character may be lost. The Planning Commission could consider a site plan review as a way to discuss materials and colors for proposed improvements. The ordinance was created to preserve the rural /agricultural character and not create additional non - conforming storage space. The Commissioners wanted some language added to the ordinance so they had a say in color. Mr. Pearson will talk to the City Attorney to see how much authority the Planning Commission will have regarding the color of materials. The Commissioners discussed at length the issue of limiting materials based on color and texture while preserving these old buildings. The Commissioners also felt the applicants should come in with samples. This ordinance will be for existing structures that are in existence today. Mr. Pearson will make some additional changes to the ordinance and bring it back on April 8, 2003. tor's Report: None. There being no u usiness to come before t ommission, upon Mo ' y Weisensel, and upon una ' ous deci ' the meeting w adjourne 8:33 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, y -� , Chantel Nelson Recording Secretary