The purpose of the B-2 limited business district is to provide for low intensity, retail or service outlets. The uses allowed in this district are to provide goods and services on a limited community market scale and located in areas which are well served by collector or arterial streets at the edge of residential districts. (Ord. 1988-12, 12-19-1988; amd. Ord. 2003-31, 11-3-2003)

The following are permitted uses in a B-2 district, subject to additional requirements set forth in this ordinance:

   Bakery goods and baking of goods for retail sales on the premises.

   Essential services as regulated by chapter 2100 of this ordinance.

   Government and public related utility buildings and structures.

   Liquor sales, off sale.

   Office business - clinical.

   Office business - general.

   Personal services.

   Personal wireless service antennas located upon a public structure, including necessary equipment buildings, as regulated by chapter 2500 of this ordinance.

   Public parking garage.

   Retail business.

   Service business - on site.

   Thrift stores/secondhand dealers having a building floor area of two thousand five hundred (2,500) square feet or less with all receipt of goods, processing of goods and disposal of the unusable goods occurring with the principal building or tenant bay. Outdoor receipt of secondhand goods is prohibited.

(Ord. 1988-12, 12-19-1988; amd. Ord. 2003-31, 11-3-2003; Ord. 2021-10, 6-21-2021; Ord. 2024-08, 12-2-2024; Ord. 2025-08, 10-6-2025)

The following are permitted accessory uses in a B-2 district, subject to additional requirements set forth in this ordinance:

Accessory and secondary use antennas with a single support structure not to exceed seventy feet (70') including radio and television receiving antennas, single satellite dish TVROs two meters (2m) or less in diameter, shortwave radio dispatching antennas, or those necessary for the operation of electronic equipment including radio receivers, federal licensed amateur radio stations and television receivers, as regulated by chapter 2500 of this ordinance.

Adult uses - accessory, as regulated by chapter 2800 of this ordinance.

Commercial or business buildings and structures for a use accessory to the principal use, but such use shall not exceed thirty percent (30%) of the gross floor space of the principal use.

Off street loading as regulated by chapter 1300 of this ordinance.

Off street parking as regulated by chapter 1200 of this ordinance, but not including semitrailer trucks.

Open or outdoor display of merchandise for sale or rent as an accessory use; provided, that:

   A.   Outdoor display of merchandise connected with the principal use is limited to ten percent (10%) of the gross floor area of the principal building or tenant bay, as applicable.

   B.   The use does not take up parking space as required for conformity to this ordinance.

   C.   The outdoor display area is hard surfaced with bitumen or concrete.

   D.   The applicant demonstrates that pedestrian circulation is not disrupted as a result of the outdoor display area by providing minimum clear passage zone for pedestrians at the perimeter of the outdoor display area which shall be at least four feet (4') without interference from parked motor vehicles, curbs, trash receptacles, or light standards.

   Temporary outdoor seasonal sales as regulated by section 1000.22 of this code.

(Ord. 1988-12, 12-19-1988; amd. Ord. 2003-31, 11-3-2003; Ord. 2025-08, 10-6-2025)

The following are conditional uses in a B-2 district, subject to additional requirements set forth in this ordinance: (Requires a conditional use permit as regulated by chapter 400 of this ordinance.)

Breweries with taprooms/brewpubs. Breweries are subject to the licensing provisions of title 4, chapter 1 of the city code, and the performance standards for such uses provided in chapter 2900 of this ordinance.

Buildings combining residential and nonresidential uses allowed in this district; provided, that:

   A.   Residential and nonresidential uses shall not be contained on the same floor.

   B.   The residential and nonresidential uses shall not conflict in any manner.

Commercial and public radio and television transmitting antennas and public utility microwave antennas, as regulated by chapter 2500 of this ordinance.

Commercial, private and public satellite dish transmitting or receiving antennas in excess of two meters (2m) or six feet seven inches (6'7") in diameter, as regulated by chapter 2500 of this ordinance.

Daycare facilities, as regulated by chapter 1700 of this ordinance.

Outdoor dining facilities; provided that:

   A.   The applicant shall be required to submit a site plan and other pertinent information demonstrating the number, location and type of all tables, refuse receptacles, and wait stations.

   B.   Access to the dining area shall be provided only via the principal building if the dining area is a full service restaurant or tavern, including table waiting service. All exit gates shall be marked "Exit Only" and shall meet all building code requirements.

   C.   The size of the dining area is restricted to twenty percent (20%) of the gross area of the current building, and shall maintain the lot requirements of the district.

   D.   The dining area is screened from view from adjacent residential uses.

   E.   All lighting shall be hooded at ninety degrees (90°) and directed away from adjacent properties. No luminaries shall extend beyond the ninety degree (90°) cutoff.

   F.   No outdoor dining shall be allowed on the public sidewalk.

   G.   The dining area is surfaced with concrete bituminous or decorative pavers or may consist of a deck with wood or other flooring material that provides a clean, attractive, and functional surface.

   H.   A minimum width of thirty six inches (36") shall be provided within aisles of the outdoor dining area.

   I.   Off street parking shall be adequate for both indoor and outdoor seating areas.

   J.   Refuse containers are provided for self-service outdoor dining areas. Such containers shall be placed in a manner which does not disrupt pedestrian circulation, and must be designed to prevent spillage and blowing litter.

   K.   Property owners shall pick up litter within one hundred feet (100') of the patio area.

   L.   Live outdoor music performance shall meet the requirements of section 5-5-3 of the city code.

   M.   Electronically amplified outdoor music, intercom, audio speakers, or other such noise generating devices may be allowed in the outdoor dining area, provided the lot on which the outdoor dining area is located doesn’t abut a residential use or zoning district. The playing of outdoor music shall not become a nuisance as defined by Title 5, Chapter 1 of the Albertville City Code.

   N.   No outdoor cooking facility, food preparation, or holding area shall be established.

   O.   The city council may limit the hours of operation.

Personal wireless service towers and antennas not located on a public structure, as regulated by chapter 2500 of this ordinance.

Restaurants without drive-through facilities; provided, that:

   A.   The site abuts a collector or minor arterial street or is included within an approved shopping center.

   B.   A buffer yard of twenty feet (20') in width shall be provided at the boundaries abutting an R district in accordance with section 1000.7 of this ordinance.

   C.   The operation shall be responsible for litter control on the site, which is to occur on a daily basis. Trash receptacles shall be screened.

   D.   Outdoor dining facilities as regulated by this section.

   E.   The site is in compliance with all relevant provisions of this ordinance.

Veterinary clinics with no overnight care, subject to the following conditions:

   A.   Related ancillary services including training, grooming and food and accessory sales may be conducted or provided at the facility.

   B.   Any outdoor exercise area must be fenced, must have a three foot (3') vegetative buffer, must be cleaned regularly, and no animal waste is allowed to enter any stormwater pond or storm sewer.

   C.   The facility must have a ventilation system that prohibits the transmission of odors or organisms between tenant bays. The ventilation system must be capable of completely exchanging internal air at a rate of 1.00 cfm/square foot of floor space per area dedicated for the keeping of animals exclusive of offices pursuant to the Minnesota state building code, or as approved by the building official and as may be amended. These requirements can be met by the submission of an air exchange analysis, acceptable to the city from a Minnesota licensed contractor or engineer confirming compliance with said standards, otherwise, the facility ventilation system must be completely separate and independent of other tenant space within the building.

   D.   A sufficiently sized room/cage separate from the facility areas shall be provided to adequately separate sick or injured animals from healthy animals and shall be designated in the building floor plan submitted with the application.

   E.   Wall finish materials below forty eight inches (48") in height in all treatment rooms and kennel areas shall be impervious, washable materials like sealed masonry, ceramic tile, glassboard, or marlite. Floor finish shall be sealed concrete or other approved impervious surface. Liquidtight curbing, at least six inches (6") high, shall be installed along shared walls for sanitary confinement and water wash down cleaning.

   F.   Animal wastes shall be immediately cleaned up with solid wastes being enclosed in a container of sufficient construction to eliminate odors and organisms. All animal waste must be properly disposed of daily.

   G.   Veterinary clinics found within multi-tenant buildings must provide soundproofing to insulate the noise from other business occupants.

Wind energy conversion systems, as regulated by chapter 2400 of this ordinance.

(Ord. 1988-12, 12-19-1988; amd. Ord. 2003-31, 11-3-2003; Ord. 2007-10, 7-2-2007; Ord. 2007-12, 10-1-2007; Ord. 2008-003, 1-22-2008; Ord. 2014-08, 10-20-2014; Ord. 2022-04, 3-7-2022; Ord. 2025-02, 5-5-2025)

The following are interim uses in a B-2 district, subject to additional requirements set forth in this code.

   Temporary outdoor seasonal sales as regulated by section 1000.22 of this code, exceeding fourteen (14) days.

(Ord. 1988-12, 12-19-1988; amd. Ord. 2003-31, 11-3-2003; Ord. 2021-10, 6-21-2021; Ord. 2025-08, 10-6-2025)

The following minimum requirements shall be observed in a B-2 district, subject to additional requirements, exceptions and modifications set forth in this ordinance:

   A.   Lot area: Ten thousand (10,000) square feet.

   B.   Lot width: One hundred feet (100').

   C.   Setbacks:

      1.   Front yard: Not less than thirty five feet (35').

      2.   Side yard: Not less than ten feet (10') on any one side, not less than twenty feet (20') on the side yard abutting the major street.

      3.   Rear yard: Twenty feet (20').

   D.   Maximum site coverage: Hard surface, including buildings, eighty percent (80%). (Ord. 1988-12, 12-19-1988; amd. Ord. 2003-31, 11-3-2003)

   A.   Principal building/structure: Thirty five feet (35').

   B.   Accessory building/structure: As regulated by section 1000.4 of this ordinance. (Ord. 1988-12, 12-19-1988; amd. Ord. 2003-31, 11-3-2003)

All properties in the B-2 district shall meet the following landscaping requirements, in addition to the requirements of section 1000.7 of this ordinance:

   A.   Landscape Plan: A detailed landscape plan must be submitted for approval by the city. The plan for landscaping shall include ground cover, bushes, shrubbery, trees, sculpture, decorative walks, or other similar design features or materials in a quantity having a minimum value in conformance with the following table:

 

 

 

   B.   Sprinkler System: In order to provide for adequate maintenance of landscaped areas, an underground sprinkler system shall be provided for new development, except for additions to existing structures that do not at least equal the floor area of the existing structure. A sprinkler system shall be provided for all landscaped areas except areas to be preserved in a natural state.

   C.   Interior Parking Lot Landscaping:

      1.   All parking lots shall be designed to incorporate unpaved landscaped islands as required by the city.

      2.   All landscape islands shall be provided with deciduous shade trees, ornamental or evergreen trees, plus ground cover, mulch or shrubbery.

      3.   Within off street parking facilities for commercial uses of fifty (50) or more stalls, irrigated landscape islands or peninsulas or rain gardens shall be provided at a rate of one hundred eighty (180) square feet per twenty five (25) surface stalls or fraction thereof. Such islands or peninsulas shall be contained within raised concrete curbed beds consistent with other applicable parking lot construction requirements of this ordinance. It is not the intent of this subsection to relieve a project of the installation of islands or peninsulas that are necessary to promote the safe and efficient flow of traffic regardless of parking lot size. (Ord. 1988-12, 12-19-1988; amd. Ord. 2003-31, 11-3-2003)

All building exterior wall finishes shall be constructed of materials containing only brick, dimension stone, glass, stucco and its replicas, wood, rock faced block, or precast concrete panels. This section shall not apply to expansions of buildings existing on the effective date hereof when a compatible and cohesive design is achieved by continuing materials of a principal building to the expansion while overall improvements consistent with the intent of this chapter are demonstrated. (Ord. 1988-12, 12-19-1988; amd. Ord. 2003-31, 11-3-2003)

AL849   Zoning Ordinance - Appendix A   App A-4350