The purpose of the I-CBD district is to provide specifically for the regulation of manufacturing, wholesaling and warehousing uses located within the central business district of the city as defined by the comprehensive plan. (Ord. 867, sec. 113, 5-17-2010)

In addition to other uses specifically identified elsewhere in this title, the following uses are permitted uses in an I-CBD district:

   A.   Auto repair, minor.

   B.   Building materials sales.

   C.   Commercial printing establishments.

   D.   Compounding, assembly, packaging, treatment, or storage of products and materials except waste.

   E.   Governmental and public utility buildings and structures; city of Lakeville only.

   F.   Laboratories, research and development facilities.

   G.   Manufacturing.

In addition to other uses specifically identified elsewhere in this title, the following are permitted accessory uses in an I-CBD district:

   A.   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. (Ord. 867, sec. 113, 5-17-2010)

   B.   Community gardens as regulated by section 11-18-15 of this title. (Ord. 958, 3-21-2016)

   C.   Fences as regulated by chapter 21 of this title.

   D.   Ground source heat pump systems as regulated by chapter 29 of this title.

   E.   Off street loading as regulated by chapter 20 of this title.

   F.   Off street parking as regulated by chapter 19 of this title, including semitrailer trucks.

   G.   Satellite TVROs less than two meters (2 m) in diameter as regulated by chapter 30 of this title.

   H.   Secondary or accessory use antennas or satellites as regulated by chapter 30 of this title.

   I.   Sexually oriented uses, accessory.

   J.   Signs as regulated by chapter 23 of this title.

   K.   Solar energy systems as regulated by chapter 29 of this title. (Ord. 867, sec. 113, 5-17-2010; amd. Ord. 958, 3-21-2016)

In addition to other uses specifically identified elsewhere in this title, the following are conditional uses in an I-CBD district and require a conditional use permit based upon procedures set forth in and regulated by chapter 4 of this title. 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 subsection 11-4-3E and section 11-4-7 of this title.

   A.   Accessory, enclosed retail, rental or service activity other than that allowed as a permitted use or conditional use within this title, provided that:

      1.   Such use is allowed as a permitted use in a C-1 district.

      2.   Such use does not constitute more than thirty percent (30%) of the lot area and not more than fifty percent (50%) of the gross floor area of the principal use.

   B.   Commercial recreation facilities, provided that:

      1.   The architectural appearance and function plan of the building and the site shall be designed with a high standard of architectural and aesthetic compatibility with surrounding properties. Building materials, orientation, colors, height, roof design, lighting, signage and site landscaping shall be designed to complement the surrounding industrial properties and demonstrate potential industrial reuse. All sides of the principal and accessory structures are to have essentially the same or a coordinated, harmonious exterior finish treatment.

      2.   A commercial recreational use shall not be located within a shared tenancy building containing a use classified as an "H" occupancy as defined by Minnesota state building code, as may be amended.

      3.   In multiple-occupancy buildings, a material safety data sheet (MSDS) shall be required identifying all materials stored or used in the operation of the tenant businesses. Any change in building tenants shall require that the MSDS be updated and provided to all other tenants in the multi-tenant building.

      4.   A commercial recreational use in a shared tenancy building shall have its own exterior entrance and exit.

      5.   The site must be accessed via a collector street. Vehicular access points shall create a minimum of conflict with through traffic movement, shall comply with chapter 19 of this title and shall be subject to the approval of the city engineer.

   C.   Essential services involving transmission pipelines and transmission or substation lines in excess of thirty three (33) kV and up to one hundred (100) kV, as regulated by chapter 26 of this title.

   D.   Governmental and public utility buildings and structures; other than city of Lakeville.

   E.   Multiple principal buildings on one lot of record, provided that:

      1.   Lot Requirements: The lot shall conform to the minimum lot area, lot width, and setback requirements of section 11-85-13 of this chapter.

      2.   Setbacks: Setbacks between multiple principal buildings within the same base lot shall be a minimum of twenty feet (20').

      3.   Common Areas: All common areas including, but not limited to, open space, wetlands, greenways, stormwater basins, driveways, parking areas, sidewalks, etc., shall be maintained in one of the following ways:

         a.   All of the property including buildings and common areas shall be owned by a single entity.

         b.    Common interest community pursuant to Minnesota statutes 515B.

         c.   The property shall be divided into a base lot and unit lots to allow for individual ownership of the principal buildings or individual tenant spaces within the principal building, with each owner of a unit lot having an equal and undivided interest in the common area, subject to the following requirements:

            (1)   The tenant space related to each unit lot shall have an exclusive exterior entrance.

            (2)   A management association shall be established for all commercial developments with multiple principal buildings subdivided in a base lot/unit lot configuration that is to be responsible for all exterior building maintenance, approval of any exterior architectural modifications, landscaping, snow clearing and regular maintenance of driveways and parking areas, subject to review and approval of the City Attorney.

      4.   Utilities:

         a.   Underground Or Exterior Service: All utilities including telephone, electricity, gas, and telecable shall be installed underground. Exterior utility meters and fixtures shall be located in interior side or rear yards when possible and shall be screened from view of adjacent properties and the public right-of- way.

         b.   Public Utility Service: Separate public utility services shall be provided to each unit unless exempted by the City Engineer.

            (1)   Water connection: A shutoff valve for each individual unit shall be provided.

            (2)   Sewer connection: Where more than one unit is served by a sanitary sewer service, all maintenance and cleaning shall be the responsibility of the maintenance association or owners.

   F.   Personal wireless service antennas not located on an existing structure or tower as regulated by chapter 30 of this title.

   G.   Satellite dish TVROs greater than two meters (2 m) in diameter as regulated by chapter 30 of this title. (Ord. 867, sec. 113, 5-17-2010; amd. Ord. 897, 12-3-2012; Ord. 1031, 6-1-2020; Ord. 1078, 6-5-2023; Ord. 1080, 6-5-2023)

In addition to other uses specifically identified elsewhere in this title, and subject to applicable provisions of this title, the following are interim uses in the I-CBD District and are governed by chapter 5 of this title:

   A.   Commercial and public radio and television transmitting antennas, public safety communication antennas, and public utility microwave antennas as regulated by chapter 30 of this title.

   B.   Outdoor service, sale and rental as an accessory use, provided that:

      1.   Outside services, sales and equipment rental connected with the principal use is limited to thirty percent (30%) of the gross floor area of the principal use.

      2.   Outside sales areas are fenced or screened from view of neighboring residential uses or an abutting residential district in compliance with section 11-21-9 of this title.

      3.   Sales area is surfaced with asphalt, concrete or pavers to control dust.

      4.   The use does not take up parking space as required for conformity to this title.

      5.   The interim use permit shall terminate upon a change of occupancy or other date as determined by the City Council in accordance with section 11-5-7 of this title. (Ord. 867, sec. 113, 5-17-2010)

   C.   WECS that exceed the height limit of this district, as regulated by chapter 29 of this title. (Ord. 867, sec. 113, 5-17-2010; amd. Ord. 997, 7-2-2018)

In addition to other uses specifically identified elsewhere in this title, and subject to applicable provisions of this section, performance standards established by this chapter, and processing requirements of chapter 8 of this title, the following are uses allowed in an I-CBD District by administrative permit:

   A.   Essential services, except transmission pipelines and transmission or substation lines in excess of thirty three kilovolts (33 kV) and up to one hundred kilovolts (100 kV), as regulated by chapter 26 of this title.

   B.   Outside, aboveground storage facilities for fuels used for heating purposes, or for motor fuel dispensing purposes related to the approved principal use, but not for sale. Such facilities shall be limited to liquefied petroleum and propane gas used for standby heating and to equipment used for dispensing such gaseous fuels to vehicles and containers which are used in conjunction with the allowed principal use. The location and design of such facilities for new developments shall be included with the site plan submitted for review and approved as required by this title. The location and design of such facilities for existing developments in all cases shall be subject to the approval of the Zoning Administrator and the following criteria:

      1.   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.

      2.   An accurate site plan for the development based upon a certified survey, shall be submitted showing to scale the location of the storage equipment, including any fencing and landscaping relating to the safety and screening of the equipment.

      3.   Solid wall enclosures should not be used to assure that fire hose streams can be directed onto the storage equipment with minimal obstruction.

      4.   Equipment must be located so as not to obstruct approved parking spaces, driving aisles, fire lanes, utility easements, or required building ingress or egress points.

      5.   No signage shall be permitted, other than required safety information, product identification, product hazards, and operation instructions. For the purpose of this chapter, "signage" includes words, graphics, logos, and symbols.

   C.   Personal wireless service antennas including temporary mobile towers, as regulated by chapter 30 of this title.

   D.   Sales, rental or display (indoor and outdoor) as an accessory use in association with an allowed principal use provided that:

      1.   The area so occupied shall not exceed ten percent (10%) of the principal building.

      2.   No storage or display of merchandise shall be permitted in required rear, side or front yards and shall be limited to the area of the customer entrances.

      3.   The outdoor sales, rental or display area shall be included in the calculations for parking spaces required for the use and shall not occupy space required for parking as stipulated by chapter 19 of this title, except as may be exempted for cause by the Zoning Administrator.

   E.   Temporary structures as regulated by chapter 28 of this title.

   F.   WECS that comply with the height limit of this district, as regulated by chapter 29 of this title. (Ord. 867, sec. 113, 5-17-2010)

   G.   Daycare facilities as an accessory use provided that the use complies with the provisions of chapter 31 of this title. (Ord. 897, 12-3-2012)

The following minimum requirements shall be observed in an I-CBD District subject to additional requirements, exceptions and modifications set forth in this title:

 

 

(Ord. 867, sec. 113, 5-17-2010)

Except as provided for by section 11-17-7 of this title or other requirements, exceptions and modifications set forth in this title, no structure within the I-CBD District shall exceed the following height:

   A.   Principal buildings: Four (4) stories or forty five feet (45'), whichever is less.

   B.   Accessory buildings: As regulated by subsection 11-18-9C of this title. (Ord. 867, sec. 113, 5-17-2010)