For purposes of this chapter, the terms listed below shall have the meanings assigned:

Subd. 1.   Multiple Unit Housing. A housing subdivision, planned unit development, apartment building, condominium, or other housing arrangement allowed in R2 and, R3 Zoning Districts.

Subd. 2.   Corporation by Reference. The definitions set forth in the City Code of Ordinances, Section 1001.04, Subdivision 2, are incorporated into this chapter by reference.

The development and building of multiple unit housing within the City is prohibited for a period of one year from the effective date of this chapter.

The prohibition established by Section 1005.02 may be extended by resolution of the City Council for a period not to exceed six months for such resolution. The City Council shall not extend the prohibition for more than a total of 18 months.

This ordinance shall not be construed to prohibit the building or development of any multiple unit housing project for which preliminary approval has been granted prior to the effective date of this ordinance.

The prohibition established by Section 1005.02 may be rescinded by the City Council at any time by resolution.

(Amended by Ordinance 97-14, passed July 28, 1997)