The residential districts are established to preserve and enhance the quality of living in residential neighborhoods, to regulate structures and uses which may affect the character or desirability of residential areas, to encourage a variety of dwelling types and locations and a range of population densities consistent with the city's Land Use Plan, and to ensure adequate light, air, privacy, and open space.

(Ord. No. 99-20, § 1, 11-23-99; Ord. No. 2002-19, § 1, 8-27-02)

The Residential District names are as follows:

R-1, Single Family Residential District

R-1A, Single and Two Family Residential District

R-2, Low Density Residential District

R-3, Medium Density Residential District

R-4, High Density Residential District

RM, Residential Manufactured Home District

(Ord. No. 99-20, § 1, 11-23-99; Ord. No. 2002-09, § 1, 5-28-02; Ord. No. 2002-19, § 1, 8-27-02)

(A)

In general. All permitted and conditional uses allowed in the residential districts are listed in Table 10-1.

(B)

Permitted uses. Uses specified with a "P" are permitted in the district or districts where designated, provided that the use complies with all other applicable provisions of this ordinance. Persons wishing to establish a permitted use, excluding single or two-family residential uses, shall obtain a zoning certificate for such use as specified in Sections 2-190 through 2-250.

(C)

Conditional uses. Uses specified with a "C" are allowed as a conditional use in the district or districts where designated, provided that the use complies with all other applicable provisions of this ordinance. Persons wishing to establish or expand a conditional use shall obtain a conditional use permit for such use as specified in Sections 2-260 through 2-340.

(D)

Prohibited uses. Any use not listed as either "P" (permitted) or "C" (conditional) in a particular district or any use not determined by the City Planner to be substantially similar to a use listed as permitted or conditional shall be prohibited in that district. Such determination shall be made in the manner provided for in Section 2-50 governing determination of substantially similar uses.

(E)

Specific development standards. Permitted and conditional uses specified with an "x" under the specific development standards column shall be subject to the standards identified in Chapter 7, Specific Development Standards.

Table 10-1. Principal Uses in the Residential Districts.

(Ord. No. 99-20, § 1, 11-23-99; Ord. No. 2002-09, § 1, 5-28-02; Ord. No. 2002-13, § 1, 6-25-02; Ord. No. 2002-19, § 1, 8-27-02; Ord. No. 2003-11, § 2, 10-14-03; Ord. No. 2006-21, § 4, 9-26-06; Ord. No. 2010-06, § 2, 5-25-10; Ord. No. 2013-008, § 2, 11-13-13; Ord. No. 2025-3, § 2(Exh. A), 5-27-25)

Accessory buildings and structures located within a residential district shall comply with the provisions of Article 4, Chapter 6 of this ordinance.

(Ord. No. 99-20, § 1, 11-23-99; Ord. No. 2002-19, § 1, 8-27-02; Ord. No. 2009-12, § 4, 10-27-09)

All principle structures in R-1, R-1A, R-2, R-3, and R-4 Zoning Districts shall have a permanent exterior perimeter foundation. The foundation shall meet all requirements of the International Building Code or the International Residential Code; whichever is applicable, unless existing conditions are prohibited. This provision shall not allow post and beam or pier construction above grade as an exterior perimeter foundation. This provision shall not apply to the following attached accessory structures: decks, three or four season porches, landings, bay windows, fireplaces or chimneys, uncovered stairways, canopies or any other ornamental feature that is part of the design of the structure.

(Ord. No. 2004-09, § 1, 4-13-04)

Except for communication antennas otherwise allowed by conditional use permit, the maximum height of all principal structures located in the residential districts shall be as established within each residential district. The height

of buildings within the airport overlay district is further regulated as specified in Chapter 13, Article 4.

(Ord. No. 99-20, § 1, 11-23-99; Ord. No. 2002-19, § 1, 8-27-02)

The height limitations of a principal structure, other than single and two-family dwellings, located in a residential district may be increased by conditional use permit, in accordance with Sections 2-260 through 2-340. Additionally, the City Council shall consider, but not be limited to, the following factors when determining the maximum height:

(1)

Access to light and air of surrounding properties.

(2)

Shadowing of any adjacent single family or two-family dwelling.

(3)

The scale and character of surrounding uses.

(4)

Preservation of views of landmark buildings, significant open spaces or water bodies.

(Ord. No. 99-20, § 1, 11-23-99; Ord. No. 2002-19, § 1, 8-27-02)

Development of land for multi-family residential purposes shall follow established standards for traffic circulation, landscape design, and other considerations as specified in Chapter 4, Site Plan Review.

(Ord. No. 99-20, § 1, 11-23-99; Ord. No. 2002-19, § 1, 8-27-02)

Landscaping and screening requirements for uses in the residential districts are specified in Chapter 4, Site Plan Review.

(Ord. No. 99-20, § 1, 11-23-99; Ord. No. 2002-19, § 1, 8-27-02)

Lot area and setback requirements for single and multi-family residential uses shall be as specified in Table 10-2. Lot area and setback requirements for manufactured home uses are shown in Table 10-4. Wetland buffer and buffer setback requirements shall be as specified in Chapter 6 of this Ordinance [Appendix].

Table 10-2. Lot dimension and setback requirements, residential districts.

* See section 10-100

** See section 10-110

(Ord. No. 99-20, § 1, 11-23-99; Ord. No. 2002-09, § 1, 5-28-02; Ord. No. 2002-19, § 1, 8-27-02; Ord. No. 2010-04, § 4, 5-25-10; Ord. No. 2023-10, § 2, 6-27-23)

The lot area requirement for multi-family uses in the R-4 District is two thousand (2,000) square feet per one bedroom dwelling unit plus five hundred (500) square feet for each additional bedroom within the dwelling unit. In the case of nursing homes, dormitories, hospitals, and other residential facilities, the area requirement shall be one thousand (1,000) square feet for each resident occupancy of the structure.

(Ord. No. 99-20, § 1, 11-23-99; Ord. No. 2002-19, § 1, 8-27-02)

Required building setbacks for the R-3 and R-4 Districts, as indicated in Table 10-2, are based on a building height of up to thirty-five (35) feet. For each additional two (2) feet of building height, an additional one (1) foot will be added to the required setback for all yards.

(Ord. No. 99-20, § 1, 11-23-99; Ord. No. 2002-19, § 1, 8-27-02)

In the R-1, R-1A, R-2, R-3, and R-4 Districts, where adjacent structures within the same block have front setbacks different from those required, the front yard minimum setback shall be the average of the adjacent structures. If there is only one (1) adjacent structure the front yard minimum setback shall be the average of the required setback and the setback of the adjacent structure. In no case shall the minimum front yard setback requirement exceed twenty-five (25) feet.

(Ord. No. 2005-19, § 1, 9-9-05)

In the R-1A, R-2, R-3, and R-4 Districts, the side setback for a single-family attached dwelling may be reduced to zero (0) feet, provided that the following conditions are satisfied:

(1)

The wall of the dwelling unit shall be placed upon said in a manner not to encroach upon another property.

(2)

The applicant records all required agreements, easements, and deed restrictions on all structures that abut the zero lot line.

(3)

The minimum front, rear, and side setback restrictions at the periphery of the total structure shall be imposed as required by the district regulations.

(4)

Minimum lot area requirements are satisfied, as specified in Table 10-2.

(Ord. No. 99-20, § 1, 11-23-99; Ord. No. 2002-09, § 1, 5-28-02; Ord. No. 2002-19, § 1, 8-27-02)

Principal and accessory structures shall not cover more than forty (40) percent of any zoning lot located in the R-1, R-1A, and R-2 Districts. Principal and accessory structures shall not cover more than sixty (60) percent of any zoning lot in the R-3 District, and no more than seventy (70) percent of any zoning lot in the R-4 District. Lots platted prior to May 28, 1974, however, shall be considered exempt from these provisions.

(Ord. No. 99-20, § 1, 11-23-99; Ord. No. 2002-09, § 1, 5-28-02; Ord. No. 2002-19, § 1, 8-27-02)

A planned unit development plan may be submitted for consideration within any residential district, subject to the requirements and standards established in Chapter 14, Planned Unit Development District.

(Ord. No. 99-20, § 1, 11-23-99; Ord. No. 2002-19, § 1, 8-27-02)

(A)

In general. Parking and loading requirements for uses in the residential districts shall be as set forth in Chapter 8, Off-Street Parking and Loading.

(B)

Required setbacks. Minimum setbacks for parking, loading, and driving areas in residential districts are established in Table 10-3. It is noted that an increased setback may be required based on landscape buffer provisions established in Chapter 4, Site Plan Review.

(Ord. No. 99-20, § 1, 11-23-99; Ord. No. 2002-09, § 1, 5-28-02; Ord. No. 2002-19, § 1, 8-27-02)

Sign requirements for uses in the residential districts shall be as specified in Chapter 9, Signs.

(Ord. No. 99-20, § 1, 11-23-99; Ord. No. 2002-19, § 1, 8-27-02)

All uses in the residential districts shall comply with all general performance standards as expressed in Chapter 6, Article 8.

(Ord. No. 99-20, § 1, 11-23-99; Ord. No. 2002-19, § 1, 8-27-02)

The R-1, Single Family Residential District, is established to provide for an environment of predominantly low density, single family dwellings, and directly related, complementary uses.

(Ord. No. 99-20, § 1, 11-23-99; Ord. No. 2002-19, § 1, 8-27-02)

Permitted and conditional uses in the R-1 District shall be as specified in Table 10-1.

(Ord. No. 99-20, § 1, 11-23-99; Ord. No. 2002-19, § 1, 8-27-02)

Within the R-1 District, the following uses shall be permitted as accessory uses. Accessory uses not listed may be allowed by conditional use permit, subject to the standards expressed in Sections 2-260 through 2-340.

(1)

Buildings temporarily located for purposes of construction on the premises for a period not to exceed the time necessary for such construction.

(2)

Gardening and other horticultural uses.

(3)

Home occupations, as regulated elsewhere in this ordinance.

(4)

Private garages, carports, and parking spaces.

(5)

Private swimming pools, tennis courts, and other recreational facilities which are operated for the sole use and convenience of the residents of the principal use and their guests.

(6)

Tool houses, sheds, and similar buildings for the storage of domestic supplies and non-commercial recreational equipment.

(7)

Antennae and other communication devices for private use, in compliance with the provisions of Section 6-230.

(8)

Boarding or renting of rooms to not more than one (1) person.

(9)

Reserved.

(10)

Beekeeping in compliance with Section 7-30.

(Ord. No. 99-20, § 1, 11-23-99; Ord. No. 2002-19, § 1, 8-27-02; Ord. No. 2017-4, § 5, 6-13-17)

Except for communication antennas otherwise allowed by conditional use permit, the maximum height of all principal non-residential structures located in the R-1 District shall not exceed two and one-half (2½) stories or thirty-five (35) feet, whichever is less. Residential structures shall be limited to a maximum height of two (2) stories or twenty-eight (28) feet, whichever is less.

(Ord. No. 99-20, § 1, 11-23-99; Ord. No. 2002-19, § 1, 8-27-02)

The R-1A, Single and Two Family Residential District, is established to provide for an environment of predominantly low density, single family detached and attached dwellings, and directly related, complementary uses.

(Ord. No. 2002-09, § 1, 5-28-02; Ord. No. 2002-19, § 1, 8-27-02)

Permitted and conditional uses in the R-1A District shall be as specified in Table 10-1.

(Ord. No. 2002-09, § 1, 5-28-02; Ord. No. 2002-19, § 1, 8-27-02)

Within the R-1A District, the following uses shall be permitted as accessory uses. Accessory uses not listed may be allowed by conditional use permit, subject to the standards expressed in Sections 2-260 through 2-340.

(1)

Buildings temporarily located for purposes of construction on the premises for a period not to exceed the time necessary for such construction.

(2)

Gardening and other horticultural uses.

(3)

Home occupations, as regulated elsewhere in this ordinance.

(4)

Private garages, carports, and parking spaces.

(5)

Private swimming pools, tennis courts, and other recreational facilities which are operated for the sole use and convenience of the residents of the principal use and their guests.

(6)

Tool houses, sheds, and similar buildings for the storage of domestic supplies and non-commercial recreational equipment.

(7)

Antennae and other communication devices for private use, in compliance with the provisions of Section 6-230.

(8)

Boarding or renting of rooms to not more than one (1) person.

(9)

Detached accessory dwelling units may be permitted as a conditional use in compliance with the provisions of Article 8, Chapter 6 of this ordinance.

(10)

Reserved.

(11)

Beekeeping in compliance with Section 7-30.

(Ord. No. 2002-09, § 1, 5-28-02; Ord. No. 2002-19, § 1, 8-27-02; Ord. No. 2009-12, § 4, 10-27-09; Ord. No. 2017-4, § 6, 6-13-17)

Except for communication antennas otherwise allowed by conditional use permit, the maximum height of all principal non-residential structures located in the r-1a district shall not exceed two and one-half (2½) stories or thirty-five (35) feet, whichever is less. residential structures shall be limited to a maximum height of two (2) stories or twenty-eight (28) feet, whichever is less.

(Ord. No. 2002-09, § 1, 5-28-02; Ord. No. 2002-19, § 1, 8-27-02)

The R-2, Low Density Residential District, is established to provide for an environment of predominantly low density residential uses, including detached and attached single family homes, duplexes, three- and four-unit multi-family dwellings, along with directly related, complementary uses. It is intended that where an R-s, Low Density Residential District directly abuts a zoning district of higher or lower density, a transition from existing uses to new uses be provided. Such transition may be accomplished by a continuation of similar uses (to the extent possible given allowable uses within the district), landscape buffering (as provided in Chapter 4), or both, as required by the City in conjunction with plan approval.

(Ord. No. 99-20, § 1, 11-23-99; Ord. No. 2002-09, § 1, 5-28-02; Ord. No. 2002-19, § 1, 8-27-02)

Permitted and conditional uses in the R-2 District shall be as specified in Table 10-1.

(Ord. No. 99-20, § 1, 11-23-99; Ord. No. 2002-19, § 1, 8-27-02)

Within the R-2 District, the following uses shall be permitted as accessory uses. Accessory uses not listed may be allowed by conditional use permit, subject to the standards expressed in Sections 2-260 through 2-340.

(1)

Buildings temporarily located for purposes of construction on the premises for a period not to exceed the time necessary for such construction.

(2)

Gardening and other horticultural uses.

(3)

Home occupations, as regulated elsewhere in this ordinance.

(4)

Private garages, carports, and parking spaces.

(5)

Private swimming pools, tennis courts, and other recreational facilities which are operated for the sole use and convenience of the residents of the principal use and their guests.

(6)

Tool houses, sheds, and similar buildings for the storage of domestic supplies and non-commercial recreational equipment.

(7)

Antennae and other communication devices for private use, in compliance with the provisions of Section 6-230.

(8)

Boarding or renting of rooms to not more than two (2) person.

(9)

Detached accessory dwelling units may be permitted as a conditional use in compliance with the provisions of Article 8, Chapter 6 of this ordinance.

(10)

Reserved.

(11)

Beekeeping in compliance with Section 7-30.

(Ord. No. 99-20, § 1, 11-23-99; Ord. No. 2002-19, § 1, 8-27-02; Ord. No. 2009-12, § 4, 10-27-09; Ord. No. 2017-4, § 7, 6-13-17)

Except for communication antennas otherwise allowed by conditional use permit, the maximum height of all principal non-residential structures located in the R-2 District shall not exceed two and one-half (2½) stories or thirty-five (35) feet, whichever is less. Residential structures shall be limited to a maximum height of two (2) stories or twenty-eight (28) feet, whichever is less.

(Ord. No. 99-20, § 1, 11-23-99; Ord. No. 2002-19, § 1, 8-27-02)

The R-3, Medium Density Residential District, is established to provide for an environment of predominantly medium density apartments and congregate living arrangements, and single and two-family dwellings, along with directly related, complementary uses. It is intended that where an R-3, Medium Density Residential District directly abuts a zoning district of higher or lower density, a transition from existing uses to new uses be provided. Such transition may be accomplished by a continuation of similar uses (to the extent possible given allowable uses within the district), landscape buffering (as provided in Chapter 4), or both, as required by the City in conjunction with plat approval.

(Ord. No. 99-20, § 1, 11-23-99; Ord. No. 2002-09, § 1, 5-28-02; Ord. No. 2002-19, § 1, 8-27-02)

Permitted and conditional uses in the R-3 District shall be as specified in Table 10-1.

(Ord. No. 99-20, § 1, 11-23-99; Ord. No. 2002-19, § 1, 8-27-02)

Within the R-3 District, the following uses shall be permitted as accessory uses. Accessory uses not listed may be allowed by conditional use permit, subject to the standards expressed in Sections 2-260 through 2-340.

(1)

Buildings temporarily located for purposes of construction on the premises for a period not to exceed the time necessary for such construction.

(2)

Gardening and other horticultural uses.

(3)

Home occupations, as regulated elsewhere in this ordinance.

(4)

Private garages, carports, and parking spaces.

(5)

Private swimming pools, tennis courts, and other recreational facilities which are operated for the sole use and convenience of the residents of the principal use and their guests.

(6)

Tool houses, sheds, and similar buildings for the storage of domestic supplies and non-commercial recreational equipment.

(7)

Antennae and other communication devices for private use, in compliance with the provisions of Section 6-230.

(8)

Boarding or renting of rooms to not more than two (2) persons.

(9)

Detached accessory dwelling units may be permitted as a conditional use in compliance with the provisions of Article 8, Chapter 6 of this ordinance.

(10)

Reserved.

(11)

Beekeeping in compliance with Section 7-30.

(Ord. No. 99-20, § 1, 11-23-99; Ord. No. 2002-19, § 1, 8-27-02; Ord. No. 2009-12, § 4, 10-27-09; Ord. No. 2017-4, § 8, 6-13-17)

Except for communication antennas otherwise allowed by conditional use permit, the maximum height of all principal structures located in the R-3 District shall not exceed three (3) stories or forty-two (42) feet, whichever is less.

(Ord. No. 99-20, § 1, 11-23-99; Ord. No. 2002-19, § 1, 8-27-02)

The R-4, High Density Residential District, is established to provide for an environment of predominantly high-density apartments and congregate living arrangements, along with directly related, complementary uses. It is intended that where an R-4, High Density Residential District directly abuts a zoning district of lower density, a transition from existing uses to new uses be provided. Such transition may be accomplished by a continuation of similar uses (to the extent possible given allowable uses within the district), landscape buffering (as provided in Chapter 4), or both, as required by the City in conjunction with plat approval.

(Ord. No. 99-20, § 1, 11-23-99; Ord. No. 2002-09, § 1, 5-28-02; Ord. No. 2002-19, § 1, 8-27-02)

Permitted and conditional uses in the R-4 District shall be as specified in Table 10-1.

(Ord. No. 99-20, § 1, 11-23-99; Ord. No. 2002-19, § 1, 8-27-02)

Within the R-4 District, the following uses shall be permitted as accessory uses. Accessory uses not listed may be allowed by conditional use permit, subject to the standards expressed in Sections 2-260 through 2-340.

(1)

Buildings temporarily located for purposes of construction on the premises for a period not to exceed the time necessary for such construction.

(2)

Gardening and other horticultural uses.

(3)

Home occupations, as regulated elsewhere in this ordinance.

(4)

Private garages, carports, and parking spaces.

(5)

Private swimming pools, tennis courts, and other recreational facilities which are operated for the sole use and convenience of the residents of the principal use and their guests.

(6)

Tool houses, sheds, and similar buildings for the storage of domestic supplies and non-commercial recreational equipment.

(7)

Antennae and other communication devices for private use, in compliance with the provisions of Section 6-230.

(8)

Boarding or renting of rooms to not more than two (2) persons.

(9)

Reserved.

(10)

Beekeeping in compliance with Section 7-30.

(Ord. No. 99-20, § 1, 11-23-99; Ord. No. 2002-19, § 1, 8-27-02; Ord. No. 2017-4, § 9, 6-13-17)

Except for communication antennas otherwise allowed by conditional use permit, the maximum height of all principal structures located in the R-4 District shall not exceed four (4) stories or fifty-six (56) feet, whichever is less.

(Ord. No. 99-20, § 1, 11-23-99; Ord. No. 2002-19, § 1, 8-27-02)

The R-M, Residential Manufactured Home District, is established to provide areas within the city for the development of manufactured home parks and subdivisions, as well as recreational vehicle parks. Manufactured home parks and subdivisions shall be located with frontage along an arterial street and shall provide amenities and site design to create a desirable housing community. Recreational vehicle parks shall also be located along an arterial street, with adequate amenities and features for use by visitors and tourist. It is not the intent of this district to allow for on-premise commercial sales of manufactured homes and recreational vehicles.

(Ord. No. 99-20, § 1, 11-23-99; Ord. No. 2002-19, § 1, 8-27-02)

Permitted and conditional uses in the RM District shall be as specified in Table 10-1.

(Ord. No. 99-20, § 1, 11-23-99; Ord. No. 2002-19, § 1, 8-27-02)

Within the RM District, the following uses shall be permitted as accessory uses. Accessory uses not listed may be allowed by conditional use permit, subject to the standards expressed in Sections 2-260 through 2-340.

(1)

Manager's office and residence.

(2)

Recreation and social centers.

(3)

Outdoor recreation facilities.

(4)

Coin-operated laundry facilities.

(5)

Security guard houses.

(6)

Boat and recreational vehicle parking areas, including washing areas.

(7)

Accessory structures which are complementary to individual manufactured homes, such as covered carports, garages, patio awnings, and storage buildings.

(8)

Buildings temporarily located for purposes of construction on the premises for a period not to exceed the time necessary for such construction.

(9)

Gardening and other horticultural uses.

(10)

Antennae and other communication devices for private use, in compliance with the provisions of Section 6-230.

(11)

Home occupations, as regulated elsewhere in this ordinance.

(Ord. No. 99-20, § 1, 11-23-99; Ord. No. 2002-19, § 1, 8-27-02)

(A)

In general. No manufactured home, whether temporary or permanent, shall be permitted on any site within the city unless said site is part of an approved manufactured home park or manufactured home subdivision.

(B)

Compliance with state statutes. In addition to the requirements of this ordinance, manufactured home parks, manufactured home subdivisions, and recreational vehicle parks shall conform to the Statutes of Minnesota, including, but not limited to, Chapter 327 and any applicable rules and regulations of the Minnesota Department of Health.

(C)

Unit to lot ratio. Only one (1) manufactured home or recreational vehicle shall be located on an individual approved lot or space.

(D)

Lot/space identification. Each manufactured home and recreational vehicle space shall have frontage on an approved roadway and shall be marked and numbered with digits that are at least three (3) inches in height and made from a bright metal or alloy which will not rust, tarnish, or change color. The corners of each manufactured home and recreational vehicle space shall be marked on a permanent basis with metal corner markers.

(E)

Minimum development size. All manufactured home parks, recreational vehicle parks, and subdivisions shall contain a minimum of ten (10) acres.

(F)

Area maintenance. Land area shall remain adequately drained, free from dust, and free from refuse, garbage, and debris.

(G)

Outdoor camping. There shall be no outdoor camping or placement of tents within any manufactured home or recreational vehicle site.

(H)

Outdoor speakers. No public address or loudspeaker system shall be permitted within any manufactured home or recreational vehicle site.

(I)

Registry requirements. The operator of every manufactured home or recreational vehicle park shall maintain a registry of the park indicating the following information:

(1)

The name and address of each manufactured home or recreational vehicle owner.

(2)

The make, type, and license number of all manufactured homes and vehicles utilized by park residents.

(3)

Forwarding address for all manufactured units leaving the park.

(4)

Date of arrival and departure of each manufactured home or recreational vehicle.

(Ord. No. 99-20, § 1, 11-23-99; Ord. No. 2002-19, § 1, 8-27-02)

(A)

In general. All manufactured homes and recreational vehicles used for residential purposes shall be kept in good repair, shall remain in sanitary and structurally sound condition, and shall conform to the requirements of Minnesota Statutes and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.

(B)

Installation requirements. All manufactured homes shall be equipped with an anchoring and support system designed to resist movement caused by wind force, in compliance with the Statutes of Minnesota and all other pertinent laws and requirements.

(C)

Skirting required. The entire perimeter beneath a manufactured home must be permanently enclosed as follows:

(1)

In manufactured home parks acceptable materials shall include concrete, concrete block, treated wood, matching vinyl panel, or matching metal panel, provided that an access is available for necessary inspections and repair.

(2)

In manufactured home subdivisions, acceptable materials shall include concrete, concrete block, brick, or other masonry products, as deemed appropriate at the time of permit application. In all cases an access must be available for necessary inspections and repair.

(D)

Dwellings of conventional construction. Dwelling units of conventional construction shall not be permitted on a manufactured home or recreational vehicle site, except for a manager's office and residence.

(E)

Accessory structures. No structure shall be allowed on a recreational vehicle space except for electrical and plumbing service connections. Accessory structures within a manufactured home park or subdivision shall be subject to the requirements established in Section 6-180, shall be architecturally compatible with the manufactured home itself, and shall meet the required building setbacks established for the particular use, as specified in Table 10-4.

(F)

Accessory structures in manufactured home parks existing on January 1, 2003. A single detached accessory structure shall be allowed subject to the following:

(1)

The design and construction of the detached accessory structure shall be similar to or compatible with design and construction of the main building.

(2)

The accessory structure shall meet the required building setbacks specified in Table 10-5.

(3)

The accessory structure may be adjacent to the principal structure, provided that a fire separation is provided between the two (2) structures and no window or door is obstructed. Further, the accessory structure shall be ten (10) feet from any structure on a neighboring lot.

(4)

The accessory structure shall not exceed one hundred twenty (120) square feet in area.

(5)

The accessory structure shall not be located closer to the park access drive or street than the principal structure.

(6)

An accessory structure may be within five (5) feet of an exterior boundary which is not a public street.

(7)

No person shall extend electrical service to any accessory structure, except as approved by the State Electrical Inspector.

(G)

[Additional provisions.] All new manufactured home lots within manufactured home subdivisions shall provide adequate space on said lot for at least a single stall garage. Further, a manufactured home must be placed on a lot such that the lot can accommodate future placement of at least a single stall garage, in compliance with setback and separation requirements as established in Table 10-4 and section 6-180.

(Ord. No. 99-20, § 1, 11-23-99; Ord. No. 2002-19, § 1, 8-27-02; Ord. No. 2003-03, § 1, 2-25-03; Ord. No. 2009-07, § 1, 4-14-09)

(A)

In general. The developer of any manufactured home park, recreational vehicle park, or manufactured home subdivision shall meet informally with the City Planner to review site development issues and procedural requirements prior to making formal application.

(B)

Rezoning and development plan. An application to amend zoning district boundaries for the purpose of creating an RM district shall be filed and processed as specified Sections 2-140 through 2-180. Such application shall be accompanied by ten (10) copies of a development plan for the property, drawn to scale, which provides the following information:

(1)

Proposed name of the park or subdivision, which such name not to closely resemble or duplicate names of existing parks or subdivisions within the city.

(2)

Park or subdivision lines in relation to known section, quarter-section, or quarter-quarter section lines comprising a legal description of the property.

(3)

Names and addresses of all developers who have vested interests in the park or subdivision, including the name of the project designer.

(4)

The number, location, and dimensions of all proposed manufactured home spaces.

(5)

Typical manufactured home or recreational vehicle locations on all proposed spaces.

(6)

Street locations, widths, and typical cross-sections.

(7)

Pedestrian circulation, including proposed trails and sidewalks.

(8)

The location, size, and proposed amenities within all proposed recreational areas, facilities, and buildings.

(9)

Location of off-street parking areas.

(10)

Proposed fencing and landscaping of the site.

(11)

Location, size, content, and illumination method of all proposed.

(12)

Location, width, and name of each existing or platted street, public way, railroad, utility right-of-way, parks or public open spaces, and permanent buildings within and adjacent to the proposed development.

(13)

Location and size of all existing and proposed sewers, water mains, gas mains, culverts or other underground installations within and adjacent to the site.

(14)

Any additional supplementary information requested by city staff.

(C)

Subdivision approval. All proposed manufactured home subdivisions must comply with the procedural and design requirements as set forth in Chapter 15, Subdivision Regulations.

(Ord. No. 99-20, § 1, 11-23-99; Ord. No. 2002-19, § 1, 8-27-02)

Lot width, area, and setback requirements for manufactured home subdivisions, manufactured home parks, and recreational vehicles parks established after January 1, 2003, shall be as established in Table 10-4. Additionally, there shall be a minimum ten (10) foot separation between the sides of adjacent manufactured homes/recreational vehicles and their attachments. Lot width, area, and setback requirements for manufactured home parks established prior to January 1, 2003, shall be as established in Table 10-5.

Table 10-4. Lot dimension and setback requirements, RM District.

Table 10-5. Lot dimensions and setback requirements, manufactured home parks existing prior to January 1, 2003

(Ord. No. 99-20, § 1, 11-23-99; Ord. No. 2002-19, § 1, 8-27-02; Ord. No. 2003-03, §§ 2, 3, 2-25-03)

Parking standards for the RM district are established in Chapter 8, Off-Street Parking and Loading. Required setbacks shall be as established for single-family uses in the R-1 District, shown in Table 10-3.

(Ord. No. 99-20, § 1, 11-23-99; Ord. No. 2002-19, § 1, 8-27-02)

All manufactured home parks, manufactured home subdivisions, and recreational vehicle parks shall comply with the landscaping requirements as specified in Chapter 4, Site Plan Review.

(Ord. No. 99-20, § 1, 11-23-99; Ord. No. 2002-19, § 1, 8-27-02)

All identification, advertising, and other types of signage within the RM district shall comply with the provisions of Chapter 9, Signs.

(Ord. No. 99-20, § 1, 11-23-99; Ord. No. 2002-19, § 1, 8-27-02)

In addition to the general provisions and requirements established elsewhere in this section, all manufactured home park developments shall be subject to the standards identified as follows:

(1)

Maximum area density. The maximum density allowable within manufactured home parks shall be ten (10) manufactured home spaces per net acre, excluding existing and proposed right-of-way.

(2)

Maximum height. Except for public and utility buildings and structures allowed as a permitted or conditional use, the maximum height of all principal and accessory structures located in a manufactured home park shall not exceed one and one-half (1½) stories or twenty (20) feet, whichever is less.

(3)

Yard and setback requirements. Setback requirements for manufactured home parks are identified in Table 10-3.

(4)

Required recreational space. Each manufactured home park shall provide a minimum of ten (10) percent of the total land area for recreational purposes, with amenities installed and maintained at the owner/operator's expense.

(5)

Utilities. All manufactured home parks shall provide adequate utility service for each individual manufactured home, including connection to the public water and sanitary sewer system or a private water and sewer system approved by the Minnesota Department of Health. The location of all utilities and their connections, waste removal methods, and stormwater drainage methods must be approved by the city. Utilities shall be placed underground and no obstruction shall be permitted that impedes the inspection of plumbing, electrical facilities, and related manufactured home equipment.

(6)

Internal roads and streets. Each manufactured home park space shall abut and have access to a private road, to be built and maintained by the owner/operator of the site and approved by the city as to location and design. All streets shall be hard-surfaced, include curb and gutter, and provide a minimum width of thirty-six (36) feet, measured from back of curb to back of curb.

(7)

Lighting. Artificial light shall be maintained during all hours of darkness in buildings containing public toilets, laundry equipment, and other common facilities utilized by park residents. The park grounds shall be lighted as approved by the city from sunset to sunrise.

(8)

Map directory. A map directory of the manufactured home park shall be displayed near the entrance to the site and shall be illuminated during all hours of darkness.

(9)

Common facilities. When a manufactured home park harbors manufactured homes which are not equipped with toilet and bathing facilities, one or more central buildings with laundry washing and drying facilities, showers, toilets and lavatories, and other features shall be provided. Such buildings shall be centrally heated and maintained in a safe, clean, and sanitary condition. Outdoor drying areas for laundry shall only be located in areas approved by the city and shall be maintained exclusively for such purpose.

(Ord. No. 99-20, § 1, 11-23-99; Ord. No. 2002-19, § 1, 8-27-02)

In addition to the general provisions and requirements established elsewhere in this section, all recreational vehicle park developments shall be subject to the standards identified as follows:

(1)

Maximum area density. The maximum density allowable within recreational vehicle parks shall be twenty-two (22) vehicle spaces per net acre, excluding existing and proposed right-of-way.

(2)

Maximum height. Except for public and utility buildings and structures allowed as a permitted or conditional use, the maximum height of all principal and accessory structures located in a recreational vehicle park shall not exceed two (2) stories or twenty-eight (28) feet, whichever is less.

(3)

Yard and setback requirements. Setback requirements for recreational vehicle parks are identified in Table 10-3, Lot Dimension and Setback Requirements, Residential Manufactured Home Districts.

(4)

Required recreational space. Each recreational vehicle park shall provide a minimum of ten (10) percent of the total land area for recreational purposes, with amenities installed and maintained at the owner/operator's expense.

(5)

Utilities. All recreational vehicle parks shall provide adequate utility service for each individual vehicle space, including connection to a public water and sanitary sewer system or a private water and sewer system approved by the Minnesota Department of Health. The location of all utilities and their connections, waste removal methods, and stormwater drainage methods must be approved by the city. Utilities shall be placed underground and no obstruction shall be permitted that impedes the inspection of plumbing, electrical facilities, and related equipment.

(6)

Internal roads and streets. Each recreational vehicle park space shall abut and have access to a private road, to be built and maintained by the owner/operator of the site and approved by the city as to location and design. All streets shall be hard-surfaced, include curb and gutter, and provide a minimum width of twenty-four (24) feet, measured from back of curb to back of curb. If on-street parking is permitted, the minimum street width shall be increased to thirty-six (36) feet.

(7)

Lighting. Artificial light shall be maintained during all hours of darkness in buildings containing public toilets, laundry equipment, and other common facilities utilized by park residents. The park grounds shall be lighted as approved by the city from sunset to sunrise.

(8)

Map directory. A map directory of the recreational vehicle park shall be displayed near the entrance to the site and shall be illuminated during all hours of darkness.

(9)

Common facilities. When a recreational vehicle park harbors recreational vehicles which are not equipped with toilet and bathing facilities, one or more central buildings with laundry washing and drying facilities, showers, toilets and lavatories, and other features shall be provided. Such buildings shall be centrally heated and maintained in a safe, clean, and sanitary condition. Outdoor drying areas for laundry shall only be located in areas approved by the city and shall be maintained exclusively for such purpose.

(Ord. No. 99-20, § 1, 11-23-99; Ord. No. 2002-19, § 1, 8-27-02)

In addition to the general provisions and requirements established elsewhere in this section and in Chapter 15, Subdivision Regulations, manufactured home subdivisions shall be subject to the standards identified as follows:

(1)

Maximum height. Except for public and utility buildings and structures allowed as a permitted or conditional use, the maximum height of all principal and accessory structures located in a manufactured home park shall not exceed one and one-half (1½) stories or twenty (20) feet, whichever is less.

(2)

Yard and setback requirements. Setback requirements for manufactured home parks are identified in Table 10-3.

(3)

Required recreational space. Manufactured home subdivisions shall be subject to the open space requirements established in Chapter 15, Subdivision Regulations.

(4)

Utilities and basic improvement. The installation, regulation, and design of all basic improvements and utilities must comply with the standards established in Chapter 15, Subdivision Regulations.

(Ord. No. 99-20, § 1, 11-23-99; Ord. No. 2002-19, § 1, 8-27-02)