(a)

Purpose. The purpose of the R-4 high density residential district is to provide for high density residential uses, and directly related uses.

(b)

Permitted uses, R-4. The following are permitted uses in an R-4 district:

(1)

Two-family/multiple-family. Two-family and multiple-family dwelling structures.

(2)

Boarding houses. Boarding houses limited to not more than ten resident persons.

(3)

Public parks and playgrounds.

(4)

Essential services. (See definition).

(c)

Accessory uses permitted, R-4. The following are permitted accessory uses in an R-4 district:

(1)

Auto parking. Private garages and parking spaces for licensed and operable passenger cars and trucks not to exceed a gross weight of 12,000 pounds, as regulated by subsection 4-3(e) (off-street parking) of this Code. The following categories of non-passenger vehicles are not permitted accessory uses, regardless of the gross vehicle weight: dump trucks, step vans, cargo trucks, tow trucks, semi-trailer tractors, boom trucks, tank trucks, hearses, and mobile food units. Non-passenger vehicles may not be parked anywhere in any off-street parking facilities accessory to residential use unless loading, unloading or rendering a service. In no event shall non-passenger vehicles be parked overnight in any off-street parking facilities accessory to residential use.

(2)

Off-street loading.

(3)

Recreational facilities. Swimming pool, tennis courts and other recreational facilities which are operated for the enjoyment and convenience of the residents of the principal use and their guests.

(4)

Storage sheds. Tool house, shed and/or similar building for storage of domestic supplies and noncommercial recreational equipment.

(5)

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

(6)

Accessory antennas. Accessory antennas in conformance with subsection 4-3(b)(6)h of this Code.

(d)

Uses by administrative permit. The following are uses by administrative permit in the R-4 district. (Requires an administrative permit based on the procedures set forth in and regulated by section 4-31 and the performance standards set forth in section 4-3 of this Code.

(1)

Expansion of a nonconforming two-family building per subsection 4-3(a)(10)a of this Code.

(2)

Accessory building side yard setback reduction per subsection 4-3(b)(6)c of this Code.

(3)

Personal wireless service antennas per subsection 4-3(l) of this Code.

(4)

Permitted home occupations per subsection 4-3(g)(3) of this Code.

(5)

Municipal government and utility buildings. Municipal government, publicly regulated communications, and public utility buildings and structures necessary for the health, safety and general welfare of the community, provided that:

a.

Compatibility and setbacks. Conformity with the surrounding neighborhood is maintained and required setbacks and side yard requirements are met.

b.

Equipment enclosed. Equipment is completely enclosed in a permanent structure with no outside storage.

(e)

Conditional uses, R-4. The following are conditional uses in an "R-4" district: (Requires a conditional use permit based upon procedures set forth in and regulated by sections 4-30(c) and 4-33, the performance standards set forth in section 4-3 of this Code).

(1)

Public, educational and religious buildings. Public or semipublic recreational buildings and neighborhood or community centers; public and private educational institutions limited to elementary, junior high and senior high schools; and religious institutions such as churches, chapels, temples and synagogues provided that:

a.

Side yards. Side yards shall be double that required for the district, but no greater than 30 feet.

b.

Utility and cargo trailer storage. The storage of up to three utility or cargo trailers affiliated with the use shall be permitted when approved with a conditional use permit. Utility and cargo trailers must be licensed and operable and stored on a bituminous surface in rear yards and/or side yards that do not abut a street. Utility and cargo trailers must be set back five feet from all side and rear lot lines and may not be located within utility or drainage easements. Required parking stalls shall not be used for the storage of utility and cargo trailers and parking of such vehicles shall not take place within drive aisles, loading areas, or fire lanes.

(2)

PUD, residential and townhomes. Residential planned unit developments and townhomes as regulated by section 4-34 of this Code.

(3)

Day care. A state licensed facility, serving 13 or more persons, provided that:

a.

Street access. The site and related parking and service is served by an arterial or collector street of sufficient capacity to accommodate the traffic which will be generated.

b.

State regulations. The regulations and conditions of Minn. Rules Part 9545.0510 through 9545.0670 are satisfactorily met. No facility shall begin operation without a state license .

c.

Building and fire code. That all applicable provisions of the Minnesota State Building Code and Fire Code have been met. That the city building official and fire department shall inspect the property prior to the issuance of the conditional use permit to determine if this subsection of this Code has been complied with.

(4)

Long term care facility. Long term care facility, but not including hospitals, or similar institutions, provided that:

a.

Side yards, double. Side yards are double the minimum requirements established for this district and are screened in compliance with subsection 4-3(d)(3) of this Code.

b.

Rear yard requirements. Only the rear yard shall be used for recreational areas. Said area shall be fenced and controlled and screened in compliance with subsection 4-3(d)(3).

c.

Street access. The site shall be served by an arterial or collector street of sufficient capacity to accommodate traffic which will be generated.

d.

Permits and state laws. All state laws and statutes governing such use are strictly adhered to and all required operating permits are secured.

(5)

Apartment density bonus. Except for senior housing, apartments containing ten units or more may pursue a reduction up to 20 percent of the required lot area per unit based upon the following bonus features and square foot reductions:

(6)

Senior housing. Senior housing provided that:

a.

Age limit. Within a senior housing facility, 80 percent of the dwelling units must be occupied by at least one person of the age of 55 years or older.

b.

Public transit. The site of the main entrance of the principal use is served or is located within 500 feet of regular transit service.

c.

Elevators. Elevator service is provided to each floor level.

d.

Open space. 20 percent of the gross lot area shall be maintained for passive or active recreational use.

(7)

Group care facility. A state licensed facility serving seven or more persons.

a.

The facility is licensed by the state and the operator of the facility provides documentation of compliance with all applicable federal, state, metropolitan and county regulations.

b.

The facility is in compliance with and is maintained in accordance with the Minnesota State Fire Code and Uniform Building Code.

c.

The facility is not located within 1,320 feet of any similar type use or care facility.

d.

The entrance of the facility is located within 400 feet of a public transit route and stop, and pedestrian access is available, or the operators provide a transportation/access plan which is found acceptable by the city council.

e.

The operation is subject to monitoring by the city and is found to be in compliance with all applicable construction and operation regulations and standards.

(f)

Lot requirements, building heights, and setbacks. The following minimum requirements shall be observed in the R-4 zoning district subject to additional requirements, exception, and modification set forth in this Code.

(1)

Lot area.

a.

Base lot.

1.

Twinhome. 10,000 square feet.

2.

Multiple-family dwelling or townhomes. 15,000 square feet.

3.

Other uses. 15,000 square feet.

b.

Lot area per unit.

1.

Twinhomes, quadraminiums or townhomes. 5,000 square feet.

2.

Other multiple-family dwellings. 2,200 square feet.

3.

Senior housing. 1,000 square feet.

(2)

Lot width.

a.

Twinhomes. 75 feet.

b.

Twinhomes—Corner lot. 90 feet.

c.

Multiple-family dwelling; townhomes. 80 feet.

d.

Multiple-family dwelling; townhomes—Corner lot. 100 feet.

e.

Other uses. 90 feet.

f.

Other uses—Corner lot. 100 feet.

(3)

Building heights. Six stories or 72 feet, whichever is greater.

(4)

Setbacks.

(a) See subsection 4-3(c)(6)b of this Code.

(b) Ten-foot side yard setbacks are required, except a five-foot setback is permitted for an attached garage.

(c) For each additional story over four stories or for each additional ten feet over 40 feet, the rear and side yard setback requirements shall be increased by five feet.

(Ord. No. 24-08, § 6, 5-28-2024; Ord. No. 25-02, § 6, 7-28-2025)