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04-22-19 PC Agenda 7800 Golden Valley Road�Golden Valley,MN 55427 ' ` '�� 763-593-3992�TTY 763-593-3968�763-593-8109(fax)�www.goldenvalleymn.gov ��Q� ,,� L • • • Y C� � � �..(� Plann�ng Commiss�on Apr 22,2019—7 pm Council Chambers REG U LAR M E ETI N G AG E N DA Golden Valley City Hali 7800 Golden Valley Road 1. Call to Order 2. Approval of Agenda 3. Approval of Minutes April 8, 2019, Regular Planning Commission Meeting 4. Public Hearing Applicant: Paul and Jessica Anderson Address: 1345 Natchez Avenue South Purpose: Lot Consolidation to join 1345 Natchez Ave S with a vacant parcel of land to the north 5. Public Hearing Applicant: City of Golden Valley Purpose: Zoning Code Text Amendment to consider adding architectural and material standards to the Zoning Code 6. Discussion—Mixed Use Zoning District --Short Recess-- 7. Council Liaison Report 8. Reports on Meetings of the Housing and Redevelopment Authority, City Council, Board of Zoning Appeals, and other meetings 9. Other Business 10.Adjournment This document is available in alternate formats upon a 72-hour request. Please call 763-593-8006 (TTY: 763-593-3968)to make a request. Examples of alternate formats may include large print, electronic, Braille, audiocassette,etc. 7800 Golden Valley Road�Golden Valley,MN 55427 ' ,� T� 763-593-3992�TTY 763-593-3968�763-593-8109(fax��www.goldenvalleymn.gov �� j�' • • • �I � � � �� Plann�ng Commiss�on Apr 8,2019—7 pm REG U LAR M E ETI N G M I N UTES Council Conference Room Golden Valley City Hail 7800 Golden Valley Road Call to Order The meeting was calied to order at 7 pm by Chair Baker. Roll Call Commissioners present: Rich Baker, Ron Blum, Adam Brookins, Lauren Pockl, Chuck Segelbaum Commissioners absent: Andy Johnson Staff present: Planning Manager Jason Zimmerman, Senior Planner/Grant Writer Emily Goellner, Administrative Assistant Lisa Wittman Council Liaison present: Steve Schmidgall Approval of Agenda MOTION made by Brookins, seconded by Pockl to approve the agenda of April 8, 2019, as submitted and the motion carried. Approval of Minutes March 25, 2019, Regular Planning Commission Meeting Baker referred to other business section of the minutes and stated that he would like to add that Mayor Harris also attended the neighborhood meeting discussed. MOTION made by Segelbaum, seconded by Brookins to approve the March 25, 2019, minutes with the above noted change and the motion carried. Discussion— Mixed Use Zoning District Zimmerman explained that the current Mixed Use Zoning District is targeted for the I-394 corridor and that staff wants to write some new code language that could apply to other mixed use areas. He stated that the current code language hasn't been very effective in getting mixed use development so the goal is to simplify the language for applicants and staff in order to get more interest in utilizing the Mixed Use District. Baker said he wants to be mindful when reviewing the existing code language rather than rushing into disassembling the entire code. He asked about the history of the existing Mixed Use Zoning District. Zimmerman stated during the last Comprehensive Plan update in 2008-2009 the City hired a planning consultant and did a big I-394 Corridor study. He stated that the code language that resulted tried to not force out existing Industrial properties but allow them to continue which is why it has been hard to administer. He stated that after 10 years of working with the current code it has proven difficult and that This tlocument is available in alternate formats upon a 72-hour request. Please call 763-593-8006 (TTY: 763-593-3968)to make a request. Examples of alternate formats may include large print, electronic, Braille, audiocassette,etc. City c�f Galclen �alkey Planning Cornrnissic�n Regular Meeting � Apr 8, 2019—7 pm staff is not trying to start over,they are trying to simplify it now that they have more experience with what works and what doesn't. He gave the Commissioners two scenarios of hypothetical development proposals located in the I-394 Mixed Use Zoning District and asked them to try to analyze and evaluate each scenario using the current code language to determine how the scenarios meet height, parking, site layout, setback regulations, etc. The Commissioners discussed the two scenarios including: buffer areas adjacent to R-1 Residential properties, what uses are allowed, conditional, or not permitted, setbacks, height, mix of uses, etc. Baker referred to mixed use developments that consist of retail on the first floor with residential above and asked if that is possible. Zimmerman said he has heard from developers that developments like that are really hard to finance and it is challenging to fill vacant first floor retail space. He stated that consultants have said it would be better to create code language that allows for that type of development but doesn't require it. Zimmerman discussed the current language regarding setbacks, impervious surface, Floor Area Ratio (FAR), and development standards. Goellner suggested that the language list uses by use and not by size requirements and added that the entire Zoning Code will eventually have use tables. Schmidgall said he wants more flexibility in the Code to allow for creative uses. He stated that the City is also trying to protect the green space on the north side of Laurel Avenue. He said he wouldn't advocate building in that area, but he feels like it could be more useful to people with paths, benches, etc. Blum said he thinks parking in front of buildings should be fully restricted to encourage walkability. Goellner referred to the existing height requirements and said that the language about transitional height is confusing and that she would like there to be maximum height language instead. Blum suggested considering more than a two-story minimum and said he would like to distinguish between floors and stories such as a three floor office building versus a three story warehouse to help reach walkability goals. Blum asked if any thought has been given to how an internal street looks compared to an external street. Zimmerman said he agrees that street character and different street widths have an effect on walkability. Zimmerman stated that the goal is to look at what the TOD study suggested and to hopefully merge the existing code language with some new code language and get a hybrid that will work in other mixed use areas. City of Golden Vafiey Planning Commission Regular Meeting 3 Apr 8, 2019— 7 pm Council liaison Report Schmidgall stated that the Downtown Study wilt be discussed at the next Council/Manager meeting. He stated that at the last City Council meeting they considered an ordinance regarding micromobility companies having dockless bikes and scooters in the City. He said they also considered ordinances regarding wireless towers and changes to the massage therapy regulations. Reports on Meetings of the Housing and Redevelopment Authority, City Council, Board of Zoning Appeals, and other meetings No other meetings were discussed. Other Business �� ' f No other business was discussed. � _;:.�; Adjournment MOTION by Blum, seconded by Pockl and the motion carried unanimously to adjourn the meeting at 8:20 pm. �� ,. �� x � . . a"=c-. ,s 5�'F�'��°�, �''�'�>'' �'7 Ron Blum, Secretary . ��:,� Lisa Wittman, Administrative Assistant -� �� a `�� '��.�� ,�� " ,� . �y,�*y_: . a,� �� C��ro'�; ,�' _._� � . . E,;i'� � �'�d � a .. . Ph sical Deve�.o rnent I�e artrnen�k Y �" � ��-��►�-sa��-��-s,c��t��x� Date: April 22, 2019 To: Golden Valley Planning Commission From: Emily Goellner, Senior Planner/Grant Writer Subject: Informal Public Hearing on Lot Consolidation -Anderson Addition Preliminary Plat - 1345 Natchez Avenue South Summary The owners of 1345 Natchez Avenue South are proposing to consolidate excess city-owned right-of- way with their property located at the corner of Wayzata Boulevard and Natchez Avenue South. The excess land was owned by MnDOT for several years for the construction of I-394 and the interchange with Hwy 100. The adjacent frontage road was turned back to the City in 2013 and the excess land was deeded to the City in 2016. The City is in the process of transferring the land to the Anderson's for consolidation. There is one existing single-family home at 1345 Natchez Avenue South, which would remain under this proposal. This lot is 11,594 square feet. It is guided for Low Density Residential use in the Comprehensive Plan and zoned Single-Family Residential (R-1). The excess right-of-way is 12,145 square feet in size, but it is not wide enough to be buildable under R-1 Zoning District standards or Subdivision standards. Corner lots must be a minimum of 100 feet wide along each street. The remnant lot is approximately 155 feet wide along Wayzata Boulevard, but only 36 feet wide along Natchez Avenue. When MnDOT acquired it for highway development in 1985, this lot was larger and a home was located there. When combined, the total lot size will be 23,739 square feet. The applicant is not planning any additions to the property at this time, but may build a fence in the future. The lot is surrounded by single-family homes, I-394, and Hwy 100. A letter describing the proposed lot consolidation was sent to property owners within 500 feet. To date, staff has not received any comments or concerns regarding this proposal. The Engineering Division does not have any concerns with the proposal and recommends approval of the lot consolidation. The Fire Department has reviewed the application and has no comments or concerns. City staff is in the process of preparing the city-owned vacant land for transfer to the owners of 1345 Natchez Avenue South. A resolution approving the transfer of this land will be reviewed by the City Council at the same meeting in which this lot consolidation is reviewed. Evaluation According to Section 109-121 of the City Code, the following are the regulations governing approval of minor subdivisions (lot consolidations are considered minor subdivisions): Factor/Finding 1. A minor subdivision shall be denied if the proposed lots do not meet the minimum area and dimensional requirements for the Zoning District in which they are located, or if vehicular access is not provided from an abutting improved street. Standard met. The proposed lot meets the requirements of the Single-Family Residential (R-1) Zoning District. Vehicular access is provided. 2. A minor subdivision may be denied upon the City's determination that a resulting new lot is encumbered by steep slopes or excessive wetness. Standard met. The proposed lot is buildable and not encumbered by steep slopes or excessive wetness. 3. A minor subdivision may be denied if sewer and water connections are not directly accessible by each proposed lot. Standard met. Sewer and water connections are available. The lot consolidation will not place an undue strain on City utility systems. 4. Approval shall be conditioned on the granting of easements for necessary public purposes. Standard met. Drainage and utility easements are required along all property lines. The preliminary plat submitted by the applicant meets this requirement. 5. Approval may be conditioned on the requirements of outside public agencies with jurisdiction. Standard conditionally met. The proposed development is adjacent to I-394 and therefore is subject to the review and comments of the Minnesota Department of Transportation. 6. Approval shall be conditioned on the resolution of any title issues raised by the City Attorney. Standard met. The City Attorney has performed the title review and there are not any outstanding issues to resolve. 7. Minor subdivisions of nonresidential parcels may be denied if new development will cause undo strain on adjacent roads or on public utilities or will adversely affect adjacent uses. Not applicable. 8. Approval shall be conditioned on the payment of a park dedication fee, sewer and water access charge, and pending or levied deferred assessments. Standard met. A park dedication fee is not required on land that was previously platted. 9.The conditions spelled out shall provide the only basis for denial of a minor subdivision. Approval will be granted to any application that meets the established conditions. Standard met. Recommended Action Based on the findings above, staff recommends approval of the proposed lot consolidation at 1345 Natchez Avenue South, subject to the following conditions: 1. The proposed development is adjacent to I-394 and therefore is subject to the review and comments of the Minnesota Department of Transportation. 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Background In 2018, Planning staff was directed to research the guidelines of comparable cities that provide architectural standards and that regulate exterior building materials in their zoning codes. These standards are typically adopted in order to establish minimum acceptable levels of design or to ensure minimum levels of quality and appearance in materials. Four previous discussions on this topic have taken place with the Planning Commission: July 9, 2018—introduction to architectural and material standards February 11, 2019—discussion of material standards February 25, 2019—discussion of architectural standards March 25, 2019—review of draft zoning text Architectural standards Earlier in 2019, the Planning Commission provided feedback and recommended the inclusion of many aspects of architectural standards in a revised code, including requirements around fa�ades, openings, entrances, and screening. They preferred that these standards be tailored to specific zoning districts, and that additions or expansions to existing buildings would be required to conform to the new regulations. 1 Material standards After considering a handful of ways to regulate exterior materials, the Commission recommended the City incorporate a system of material classes and require that each fa�ade utilize a minimum percentage of the highest class of materials. Commissioners felt that different zoning districts should be held to different standards, and that additions or expansions should generally consist of the highest class of materials unless or until the overall building meets the new standards. Proposed Standards The new standards are proposed to be included in the zoning code as one section of text, not dispersed throughout each of the zoning districts. Each piece of the proposed code is outlined in more detail below. Purpose This new section consists of a purpose statement, similar to other sections of code, that focuses on visual quality of development and redevelopment, variety and architectural interest, active and engaging building fa�ades, and the maintenance of the built environment. General Standards Following the purpose statement, general architectural standards are listed that would apply to all structures regardless of zoning district: • Varied massing to provide visual interest • Interesting roof lines • Consistent fa�ade treatments on all sides of a building • Focal features to add interest General material standards list types of exterior materials divided into three classes plus four prohibited materials. While specific materials are included, some flexibility to approve new or innovative materials is reserved for staff or the Planning Commission. Following the General Standards, more specific standards for various zoning districts are outlined: Architectural This section of code requires fa�ades be broken up once they exceed 40 feet in length and that buildings have elements that differentiate the fa�ades vertically (creating the appearance of a base, middle, and top). Windows and doors must comprise a minimum percentage of the front fa�ade area and slightly less on the sides and rear. At least one entrance would need to be provided onto the primary street, and screening would be required for utility equipment, refuse and recycling containers, and other equipment. PERCENTAGE OF FA�ADE COMPRISED OF WINDOWS AND DOORS R-3 and R-4 20 percent of area of the ground floor of the front fa�ade 15 percent of area of the ground floor of the side and rear fa�ades 2 15 percent of area of upper stories If nonresidential uses on the �round floor: 30 percent of area of the ground floor of the front fa�ade 20 percent of area of the ground floor of the side and rear fa�ades Commercial, Office, Institutional 30 percent of area of the ground floor of the front fa�ade 20 percent of area of the ground floor of the side and rear fa�ades 20 percent of area of upper stories Light Industrial, Industrial 30 percent of area of the ground floor of the front fa�ade 15 percent of the area of the ground floor of the side and rear fa�ades 20 percent of area of upper stories Materials This section of code sets minimum percentages for Class I material use for front fa�ades as well as side and rear fa�ades visible from the public right-of-way. It also establishes maximum percentages for Class III material use. At least two types of Class I materials must be incorporated into each fa�ade. FRONT FA�ADES AND SIDE AND REAR FA�ADES VISIBLE FROM THE PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY R-3 and R-4 At least 50 percent Class I � No more than 10 percent Class III Commercial, Office, Institutional At least 50 percent Class I No more than 10 percent Class III Light Industrial, Industrial For fa�ades that face Residential, Commercial, Office, Institutional, or Mixed Use zoning districts—at least 50 percent Class I All other front fa�ades—at least 40 percent Class I No more than 10 percent Class III SIDE AND REAR FA�ADES NOT VISIBLE FROM THE PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY R-3 and R-4 At least 40 percent Class I No more than 10 percent Class III Commercial, Office, Institutional At least 40 percent Class I No more than 10 percent Class III 3 Light Industrial, Industrial At least 30 percent Class I No more than 10 percent Class III Additions and Expansions Architectural Any additions would need to comply with the architectural standards of the zoning district. Materials All additions would need to be made up of at least 90 percent Class I materials until the minimum standards for Class I materials for the building were met. Other Information These new standards are not being proposed for the R-1 or R-2 zoning districts in order to allow for architectural variety and creativity on a site by site basis. The Commissioners have indicated that should row homes be added to the list of allowed uses in the R-2 zoning district, architectural standards may be appropriate for consideration. Similarly, no new standards are being proposed for the I-394 Mixed Use zoning district until the revisions currently being studied for that district are finalized. It is anticipated that Mixed Use architectural and material standards will be adopted following the approval of new Mixed Use regulations. As part of a final analysis, Commissioners asked staff for a summary of recent development projects and if the plans as approved by the City would have been consistent with the proposed standards. Staff will prepare this information for discussion at the meeting. Recommendation Staff recommends adding Section 113-157: Architectural and Material Standards to the zoning code. Attachments Minutes from the Planning Commission meeting of March 25, 2019 (6 pages) Draft Code Language for Sec. 113-157: Architectural and Material Standards (5 pages) 4 78i;�{��I��J�>n V<all�}r I�c��r��f:;c�Ic1=�r�Val��y,�,1�J 5,�27 � � �'",•�� , , m��, 7�3 S�� ' � �TY'�3 597 3<��I 763��93 81f7��fax;�v�u�v.c�al��~�valleyr��r7.c�ov � �� °� ` � � � � � � � � � ''� �..__ ,,..��W_._w..�rm..., , �,��.�_��.m� _�_w..w. .�,,.,,,,, _,..,,,�,..,. .�.�.��:<� � • r � �'`�W � w..,� � �� ;;... � `�.��..., •�`� � . �°w,,..,,, Mar 25,2019—7 pm Council Chambers REGULAR MEETING MINUTES GoldenValleyCityHall 7800 Golden Valley Road Call to Order e meeting was called to order at 7 pm Chair Baker. Roll Ca Commissio s present: Rich Baker, R Blum, Adam Brookins, Andy John ren Pockl, Chuck Segelbaum Commissioners ab t: None Staff present: Planning Man er Jason Zim an, Administrative Assistant Lisa Wittman Council Liaison present: e Approval of Agenda MOTION made by Segelbaum, sec ed m to approve the agenda of March 25, 2019, as submitted and the motion c . Approval of Minut March 11, 201 egular Planning Commis n Meeting MOTI ade by Brookins, seconded by B m to approve the March 11, 2 inutes as submitted an e motion carried. Discussion—Architectural and Material Standards Zimmerman reminded the Commission that they have reviewed architectural and material standards at several recent meetings. He stated that he would now like to discuss possible Zoning Code language that addresses both areas. Zimmerman explained that the proposed new section of Code will have a purpose statement that includes the following guidelines: development and redevelopment within the City will be held to a high standard with respect to visual quality, structural and ornamental elements are utilized to maximize variety and architectural interest, building facades facing the public realm are active and engaging, and the built environment is maintained in good condition. Blum questioned if one of the Planning Commission's goals was to facilitate the transition between different zoning districts. Segelbaum said he thinks it was part of their past discussions. , This documerrt is available in alterl��te fiormats upon � 72-hour request. P(ease cali ' 763-593-800b {TTY: 7b3-593-3968}to make a request. Examples of alternate formats may incli�de large print, electronic, Braille, audiocassette, etc. �i��r ��dden 11�91�� Pl��a�t�r�� Cort°�miss�r�r� ��I�r ��t�r�� 2 �d�r ��, ��1�--7 prrr� Zimmerman stated that following the purpose statement, general architectural standards would be listed that would apply to all structures regardless of zoning district. The proposed architectural standards would include: varied massing to incorporate staggered building components, recessed doorways, and other elements that provide visual interest; interesting roof lines that include pitched roofs, dormers, gable or hip roof accents, parapets, cornices, and other interesting profiles; consistent architectural treatment on all facades; and focal features that add interest or distinction to a building. Johnson asked if vertical and horizontal articulation is what "staggered building components" is referring to. Zimmerman said it refers to blocks of massing and breaking up the overall massing of a building to create visual interest. Zimmerman stated that the general standards will also include exterior materials that are divided into Class I, Class II, and Class III categories with the Class I materials being the highest quality. He stated that past conversations have included changing this to allow four classes of materials but upon further research staff has concerns that breaking the material standards into four classes gets overly complicated. Baker asked what led the Planning Commission toward having four classes. Segelbaum said they thought that some of the Class I materials were very high end and could be separated out from the list, and that there was a distinction among the Class I materials such as masonry/textured cement stucco compared to glass, copper, or natural stone. Zimmerman said it was also a way to try and fine tune different zoning districts and that the more categories there are, the more they can require certain percentages of the different classes of materials. Zimmerman showed the Commission several pictures of various types and classes of materials. Segelbaum asked what class of materials Brookview used and if it would be within the scope of what is being proposed. Zimmerman said he didn't do the calculations, but a large portion of the building is pre- finished metal and concrete block (Class II materials) so it may not meet the proposed percentage standards. Zimmerman discussed several recent construction projects in the City including the Arcata and Hello apartments and noted that much of the materials used in those projects are Class II materials with the exception of glass and brick which are Class I materials. Segelbaum asked if the majority of the recent projects used mostly Class II materials. Zimmerman said yes, he believes most of them would be a mix of Class I and Class II materials. Baker stated that those projects are zoned R-4 and the proposed Code language would require them to be composed of at least 60% Class I materials. Zimmerman agreed and added that the proposed language is upping the standard and is also what St. Louis Park and other nearby cities use. Zimmerman referred to the proposed Zoning Code language and stated that after the purpose and standards sections it addresses the individual zoning districts. He referred to the R-2 Zoning District and stated that duplexes are currently the only attached units allowed and that they function very much like a single family home, so staff is suggesting that they wait to write the architectural and materials ��ty r�f��Id�n 1J��I�y �l�r��r�� C:car�rr�wssl€�n ��r �etir�� 3 ��r 2�� C�l�--7 prra standards for this district until townhomes or row houses are included as permitted uses because they would be a better target for limited architectural and/or material standards. Zimmerman asked the Commissioners about having some architectural and material standards in the R-2 Zoning District that would encourage row homes, or attached homes, etc. He showed several photos as examples of traditional duplexes and of some town home and row homes. Baker asked how the City could encourage the R-2 Zoning District to move is that direction. Zimmerman said staff will be considering language later this year for the R-2 District that could allow town homes and row homes, and not just single family homes and duplexes. The Commissioners discussed various areas in the City that have higher densities and where this type of housing might work. Baker suggested that staff bring the Commission some suggested changes for the R-2 Zoning District. Zimmerman discussed the proposed standards in the R-3 and R-4 Zoning Districts. He stated that a lot of the proposed standards in these districts come from the existing language in the I-394 Mixed Use Zoning District. Zimmerman next discussed the proposed standards in the Commercial, Office, Institutional, Light Industrial, and Industrial Zoning Districts. He stated that staff is proposing to wait on architectural and material standards language in the new Mixed Use Zoning District until the rest of the code language is written for that district. Zimmerman discussed the proposed language regarding additions and expansions to buildings and stated that it is fairly universal to require that additions comply with new architectural standards. In regard to materials the proposed language stated that all facades of an addition or expansion shall be composed of at least 90% Class I materials until the appropriate minimum Class I percentage standards for the building are met. Baker said he is satisfied having three classes of materials rather than four. Zimmerman noted that the standards can always be evaluated and added to, or changed over time. Segelbaum said he thinks having architectural standards makes good sense and is appropriate and that the materials and percentage of materials required is worth a full discussion. He stated that developers have said that in order to make a development economically viable there has to be ways to make cuts so if that is true the upping of the materials standards would up the expense and he wonders if the City would have the recent development it's had and if it will continue with these new standards. He said he doesn't want the City to price itself out of development and is glad to know that the same standards are used in other cities. ��y ��c�ld�n 11��y P��r�r�ir��Ce�rr�rr��r� R�g�al�r lit��ti�a� 4 ��° �5, �t��—7 pr� Baker said there has been a flood of new housing so maybe now is the time to take action that causes that to subside a little, but the City will be attractive again. Pockl asked Zimmerman if other cities said that once they implemented these types of standards they found that it was too cost prohibitive for developers. Zimmerman said some cities stated that they received some push back, but most of the staff he talked to said their standards are reasonable and developers have been able to meet them. Baker asked if it is possible that Golden Valley got all of its recent development because there aren't these standards in place. Zimmerman said he doesn't know if it was that or if it was just the demand for housing in the Twin Cities. Blum said the City got a lot of architecturally interesting and nice looking buildings regardless of the standards. He said they shouldn't be chasing development for development sake. He said he wants development that is right for Golden Valley which is a higher standard and that is reflected in the proposed new architectural and material standards. Segelbaum asked the Commission what they thought about requiring 50% Class I materials in the Light Industrial district. Blum said he was surprised to see such a high standard in the industrial districts. Baker said he wants the industrial districts to be attractive too. Zimmerman noted that Brooklyn Park requires 65% Class I in industrial areas and many other cities require 50%. Brookins said he thinks the proposed new standards are a big jump in comparison to what the City currently has. He said he doesn't find a ton of value in it and that a lot of the industrial areas that the City has serve a good purpose and he doesn't think the City will get a better purpose in those areas by putting more brick on the front or back of a building. He said the industrial areas can be treated as such and can use industrial materials. Blum asked the Commission if they feel differently about industrial areas that border on zoning districts that have higher standards. He added that the City has been granting more CUPs in industrial areas so some of those might start to look more like commercial or office properties. Zimmerman noted that there are codes that require different standards for facades that face residential or institutional properties. Baker suggested that the standards be dropped a little bit if an industrial property isn't facing residential properties, but he questioned what the standards should be if the property is highly visible. Zimmerman said the City doesn't have very many light industrial or industrial properties that directly abut a different zoning district, most of them are across a public street from another property zoned differently. He suggested keeping the standards high when a light industrial or industrial property is across the street from a different zoning district. Johnson said the City hasn't had architectural or material standards up until now so he is struggling with the character of Golden Valley because he doesn't really know how what is being proposed fits in with what's already been built and how to apply the proposed code in the real world. Baker asked if it would ��f��Id�� I��y P��r�r�i�r��rrarn�ssinn R��u6�r l��tir�� t110�r 2�, �t�1��-7 prr� help to have some analysis of what's been built. Segelbaum said that would give them a quantifiable look at what's been done. Baker stated that they've looked at what neighboring communities have done and he thinks Golden Valley would want to be similar. Zimmerman stated that there isn't really a good way to determine the materials standards with buildings already built, but that he would try to provide an estimate. Johnson said they would look silly if none of the recently constructed buildings come close to what is being proposed. Baker said he is interested in what Golden Valley aspires to be in the future. Segelbaum said he agrees with Johnson and said he worries that maybe the proposed new language goes too far. He questioned if maybe it should be less strict in order to attract development. Blum questioned if maybe the percentages should be lowered or if the type of materials should be changed. Segelbaum said he is very much in favor of setting architectural and material standards he just thinks the proposed standards should be relaxed by either reducing the percentages or by having four classes of materials and requiring a smaller percentage of Class I materials and allowing a larger percentage of Class II materials. Brookins referred to the proposed language requiring 60% of Class I materials be used for R-3 properties and questioned if that will work with the City's affordability expectation. Zimmerman said the proposed language is modeled on other cities who have the same affordability standards, but he agrees that in some ways there may be competing goals. Baker said code language is adaptive and suggested trying the proposed new standards which set a pretty high bar and then change it if needed in the future. He said he's heard compelling arguments from the Commission about lowering the percentages in the Light Industrial and Industrial Zoning Districts but he likes the percentages as they have been presented in all the other districts. Blum noted that PUDs allow for flexibility and asked about the minimum acreage required for a PUD. Zimmerman said two acres is the minimum requirement and agreed that they allow more flexibility for things like the materials used. He added that hopefully the City will also get more redevelopment on the newer mixed use sites. Blum stated that if stucco and EIFs each drop down a class level he would feel more flexible about lowering the percentages required. Baker suggested moving masonry/textured cement stucco to Class II and changing the 60%to 50% as well. Pockl said what she likes about having three classes of materials is that it offers more opportunity for Class I materials which could lessen the load on cost prohibitive issues if there is more to choose from. Baker said he would feel comfortable dropping the requirement of 60% Class I materials down to 50% Class I materials in the R-3, R-4, and Office Zoning Districts if masonry/textured cement stucco is moved �� f�ald�rt V�I[�� P��r�ir�� a�rr�is�i�� R�e��a�ar ��tin� � I�l�r�� i��,�—7 p� to the Class II category. Zimmerman asked for clarification regarding moving EFIS down to the Class III category. Baker said he thinks EFIS should be left in the Class II category. Johnson stated that they should either address this issue by finding out what is already in the City or make a statement that it doesn't matter. He reiterated that he would like to have an idea on how some of the more recent buildings in the City would or wouldn't meet these proposed new requirements. He reminded the Commission that they can also request special studies as well. Baker said he wouldn't mind seeing a limited analysis that would include just the most recently constructed buildings such as: Talo, Arcata, The Xenia, Hello, and Liberty Crossing. Zimmerman said he won't be able to provide exact percentages but staff can provide some analysis of how those projects would fit with the proposed new language. Blum said he thinks it is ok for them to be forward thinking and to at least match our neighboring communities' standards. He stated that a lot of the recent projects mentioned would have had options through the PUD process to have some flexibility. Zimmerman noted that there is also the clause in the materials list that states "other materials not listed elsewhere as approved by the City Manager or his/her designee or as recommended by the Planning Commission" which also provides some flexibility. - ort Recess-- ' cussion— Planning Commission 2018 Annu Report Zi erman gave highlights from the Annual port and stated that Chair Baker will be presenting it to the Ci ouncil at their Council/Manager me ing in April. Segelbaum re d to the 2019 proposed w rk plan section of the report and said he thi he community woul to see small retail in e City. Blum stated that the Com ' sion has prev' usly discussed gate provements and said that would be a great way to distinguish Iden Valle and neighbor within Golden Valley. Baker asked that the 2040 Compreh iv .Pla ' ormation be moved up on the staff led discussions/presentations list because t mmission spent a lot of time on that. He suggested that strengthening large tree retention a t development be added to the 2019 work plan section. Discussion— Board of Zo ' Appeals 2 18 Annu eport Zimmerman referre he Board of Z ing Appeals ual report and stated that there were 11 variances consi d, nine of them we in the R-1 Zoni istrict. He stated that staff has continued to work with icants up front to help crease the amount ariance requests. Bak sked why there are so many v iances in South Tyrol. Zimm an said there were some new es built in that area on corner lot with two front yards. DRAFT Sec. 113-157. -Architectural and Material Standards. (a) Purpose.The purpose of these standards is to ensure that: (1) Development and redevelopment within the city is held to a high standard with respect to visual quality. (2) Structural and ornamental elements are utilized to maximize variety and architectural interest. (3) Building fa�ades facing the public realm are active and engaging. (4) The built environment is maintained in good condition. (b) General Standards. (1) Architectural. a. Massing shall be varied to incorporate staggered building components, recessed doorways, and other elements that provide visual interest. b. Roof lines shall include pitched roofs, dormers, gable or hip roof accents, parapets, cornices, and other interesting profiles. c. Buildings shall include consistent architectural treatment on all fa�ades and all sides of a building shall include compatible materials. d. Focal features shall add interest or distinction to a building. (2) Materials. Exterior materials shall be divided into Class I, Class II, Class III, and Prohibited categories as follows: Class I Brick Natural stone Glass Copper Porcelain Other materials not listed elsewhere as approved by the City Manager or his/her designee or as recommended by the Planning Commission Class 11 Masonry/textured cement stucco Specialty concrete block Architecturally textured concrete precast panels Artificial stone Artificial stucco Fiber reinforced cement board siding Prefinished metal Cast-in-place concrete Other materials not listed elsewhere as approved by the City Manager or his/her designee or as recommended by the Planning Commission Class III Unpainted or surface painted concrete block Unpainted or surface painted plain or ribbed concrete panels Unfinished or surface painted metal Wood Glass block Other materials not listed elsewhere as approved by the City Manager or his/her designee or as recommended by the Planning Commission 1 D RAFT Prohibited Sand lime brick Concrete brick Unfinished structural clay tile Exposed unfinished concrete (c) Medium Density Residential(R-3J and High Density Residential(R-4J Zoning Districts. (1) Architectural. a. Fa�ades. Fa�ades greater than 40 feet in length shall be visually articulated into smaller intervals by: 1. Stepping back or extending forward a portion of the fa�ade 2. Providing variation in materials, texture, or color 3. Placement of doors,windows, and balconies Buildings shall have a defined base, middle, and top, and employ elements that relate to the human scale and appeal to pedestrians, such as doors and windows, projections, or awnings and canopies.A middle is not required on a one-story building. a. Openings.Views into and out of the building shall be provided to enliven the streetscape and enhance security.Where residential uses occupy the ground floor level, window and door openings shall comprise at least 20 percent of the area of the ground floor fa�ade facing the primary street. Window and door openings shall comprise at least 15 percent of the area of the side and rear ground floor fa�ades. Where nonresidential uses occupy the ground floor level, window and door openings shall comprise at least 30 percent of the area of the ground floor fa�ade facing the primary street. Window and door openings shall comprise at least 20 percent of the areas of the side and rear ground floor fa�ades. On upper stories,windows shall comprise at least 15 percent of the fa�ade area. Window and door openings shall be clear or slightly tinted to allow unobstructed views into and out of buildings. Spandrel glass may be used in service areas. Window shape, size, and patterns shall emphasize the intended organization and articulation of the building fa�ade. b. Entrances. Building entrances shall be provided on the primary street on which the building fronts, in addition to any entrances from rear or side parking areas. Street entrances shall be lighted and defined by means of a canopy, portico, recess, or other architectural details. c. Screening. Utility service structures(such as utility meters, utility lines, and transformers), refuse and recycling containers, loading docks, maintenance structures, and other ancillary equipment must be inside a building or be screened from off-site views. Overhead doors shall be located on side or rear fa�ades that do not front a public right-of-way. Rooftop equipment shall be screened from view from the public right-of-way by a parapet wall or a fence the height of which � 2 DRAFT extends at least one foot above the top of the rooftop equipment and is compatible with exterior materials and architectural features of the building. (2) Materials. a. Front fa�ades, and side and rear fa�ades visible from the public right-of-way, shall be composed of at least 50%Class I materials and no more than 10%Class III materials. b. Side and rear fa�ades not visible from the public right-of-way shall be composed of at least 40%Class I materials and no more than 10%Class III materials. c. Each fa�ade must utilize a minimum of two types of Class I materials. (d) Commercial, Office, and Institutional Zoning Districts. (1J Architectural. b. Fa�ades. Fa�ades greater than 40 feet in length shall be visually articulated into smaller intervals by: 1. Stepping back or extending forward a portion of the fa�ade 2. Providing variation in materials,texture,or color 3. Placement of doors, windows, and balconies Buildings shall have a defined base, middle, and top, and employ elements that relate to the human scale and appeal to pedestrians, such as doors and windows, projections, or awnings and canopies.A middle is not required on a one-story building. c. Openings.Views into and out of the building shall be provided to enliven the streetscape and enhance security.Window and door openings shall comprise at least 30 percent of the area of the ground floor fa�ade facing the primary street. Window and door openings shall comprise at least 20 percent of the area of the side and rear ground floor fa�ades. On upper stories,windows shall comprise at least 20 percent of the fa�ade area. Window and door openings shall be clear or slightly tinted to allow unobstructed views into and out of buildings.Views shall not be blocked by storage, shelving, mechanical equipment, or other visual barriers. Spandrel glass may be used in service areas. Window shape, size, and patterns shall emphasize the intended organization and articulation ofthe building fa�ade. d. Entrances. Building entrances shall be provided on the primary street on which the building fronts, in addition to any entrances from rear or side parking areas. Street entrances shall be lighted and defined by means of a canopy, portico, recess,or other architectural details. e. Screening. Utility service structures (such as utility meters, utility lines, and transformers), refuse and recycling containers, loading docks, maintenance structures, and other ancillary equipment must be inside a building or be screened from off-site views. Overhead doors shall be located on side or rear fa�ades that do 3 DRAFT not front a public right-of-way. Rooftop equipment shall be screened from view from the public right-of-way by a parapet wall or a fence the height of which extends at least one foot above the top of the rooftop equipment and is compatible with exterior materials and architectural features of the building. (2) Materials. a. Front fa�ades, and side and rear fa�ades visible from the public right-of-way, shall be composed of at least 50%Class I materials and no more than 10%Class III materiais. b. Side and rear fa�ades not visible from the public right-of-way shall be composed of at least 40%Class I materials and no more than 10%o Class III materials. c. Each fa�ade must use a minimum of two types of Class I materials. (e) Light Industrial and Industrial Zoning Districts. (1) Architectural. a. Fa�ades. Fa�ades greater than 40 feet in length shall be visually articulated into smaller intervals by: 1. Stepping back or extending forward a portion of the fa�ade 2. Providing variation in materials,texture,or color 3. Placement of doors and windows Buildings shall have a defined base, middle, and top, and employ elements that relate to the human scale and appeal to pedestrians, such as doors and windows, projections, or awnings and canopies. A middle is not required on a one-story building. b. Openings.Views into and out of the building shall be provided to enliven the streetscape and enhance security. Window and door openings shall comprise at least 30 percent of the area of the ground floor fa�ade facing the primary street. Window and door opening shall comprise at least 15 percent of the area of the side and rear ground floor fa�ades. On upper stories, windows shall comprise at least 20 percent of the fa�ade area. Window and door openings shall be clear or slightly tinted to allow unobstructed views into and out of buildings.Views shall not be blocked by storage, shelving, mechanical equipment,or other visual barriers. Spandrel glass may be used in service areas. Window shape, size, and patterns shall emphasize the intended organization and articulation of the building fa�ade. c. Entrances. Building entrances shall be provided on the primary street on which the building fronts, in addition to any entrances from rear or side parking areas. Street entrances shall be lighted and defined by means of a canopy, portico, recess, or � other architectural details. d. Screening. Utility service structures(such as utility meters, utility lines, and transformers), refuse and recycling containers, loading docks, maintenance 4 DRAFT structures, and other ancillary equipment must be inside a building or be screened from off-site views. Overhead doors shall be located on side or rear fa�ades that do not front a public right-of-way. Rooftop equipment shall be screened from view from the public right-of-way by a parapet wall or a fence the height of which extends at least one foot above the top of the rooftop equipment and is compatible with exterior materials and architectural features of the building. (2) Materia/s. a. Front, side, and rear fa�ades adjacent to or facing a property zoned Residential, Commercial, Office, Institutional, or Mixed Use across a public right-of-way shall be composed of at least 50%Class I materials and no more than 10%Class III materials. b. All other front fa�ades shall be composed of at least 40%Class I materials and not more than 10%Class III materials. c. All other side and rear fa�ades shall be composed of at least 30%Class I materials and no more than 10%Class III materials. d. Each fa�ade must use a minimum of two types of Class I materials. (f) Additions and Expansions. (1) Architectural. The exterior wall surface materials, roof treatment, colors,textures, major divisions, proportion, rhythm of openings, and general architectural character, including horizontal or vertical emphasis, scale, stylistic features of additions, and exterior alterations shall address and respect the original architectural design and general appearance of the principal building on the site and shall comply with the requirements of this section. (2) Materia/s. All fa�ades of a building addition or expansion shall be composed of at least 90%Class I materials until the appropriate minimum Class I percentage standards for the building are met. 5 �� 4 �� "� ��; ��' Physical T7�evelopm�r�t Dep�rtrn�n�t �s�-s��-s�os��+��-��-e�o�t��) Date: April 22, 2019 To: Golden Valley Planning Commission From: Jason Zimmerman, Planning Manager Emily Goellner, Senior Planner/Grant Writer Subject: Mixed Use Zoning District Discussion Summary At the previous discussion with the Planning Commission on April 8, 2019, staff summarized how the existing I-394 Mixed Use District language could be changed to meet the following goals: • Simplify administration of this Zoning District—the existing district includes many "if this, then that" clauses that make it difficult for users to understand and for staff to administer. • Create zoning regulations that clarify the difference between the different subdistricts listed in the 2040 Comp Plan (Neighborhood Mixed Use vs. Community Mixed Use). • Allow the district regulations to be applicable and appropriate in locations outside of the I- 394 corridor. • Improve the regulations so that property owners will not be inclined to use Planned Unit Developments (PUDs) or request variances to get around the regulations—we saw this happen in the I-394 corridor. • Blend current regulations with recommendations from the Transit-Oriented Development consultants that worked on zoning regulations that can be used along the Blue Line light rail extension. TOD Zoning In the summer of 2018, consultants hired by Hennepin County Community Works developed Transit Oriented Development (TOD) zoning regulations as part of ongoing support for the METRO Blue Line Extension station areas. Staff, Planning Commissioners, and City Council Members met with the consultants as they studied the City's existing I-394 Mixed Use Zoning District and attempted to draft new mixed use language that could be applied throughout the city. Staff has begun to blend elements from the existing I-394 Mixed Use Zoning District with advice from the TOD zoning consultants and share that work with the Commission. 1 Both the original consultant TOD zoning text and the revised version being developed by staff are included as attachments to this memo. Sections of text in blue are topics that need additional discussion with the Planning Commission. Further Research on Existing Regulations Based on the last discussion on April 8, staff has conducted more research on regulations in the existing I-394 Mixed Use Zoning District: ANTICIPATED CHANGES TO I-394 MIXED USE ZONING THAT REQUIRE MORE RESEARCH: Section � � Notes � � � List of uses • Keep most of the uses listed ' • Remove or modify the size requirements ; • A more thorough analysis of this will be provided at the next discussion on May 13 Front Yard ' • Ensure that building placement is closer to the street to encourage Setback pedestrian-oriented environment, but 0 feet may be too extreme • 75 feet currently required across street from R-1 and R-2, but this is too i extreme and doesn't create walkable environment � • Fully restrict surface parking in the front yard Side and Rear � • Currently ranges from 10 to 50 feet ` Yard Setbacks ` . Smaller side and rear yard setbacks may be more appropriate for this District Height " • 4 story maximum in Neighborhood Mixed Use District • 6 story maximum in Community Mixed Use Districts i • No CUPs based on height � • If a density or height bonus is used to allow more height, staff and � Commission must determine the list of amenities that the City would � accept in exchange for more height Transitional ; . Keep transitional height in the form of a "stepback" requirement when , Height ` ' across the street or adjacent to R-1 and R-2 2-story • Small or no front setback is more impactful at creating a pedestrian- Minimum friendly environment i • New buildings with commercial uses are often 1 story, so this could create the need for variances ; • This regulation seems unnecessary for any mixed-use development or � any housing development Impervious �' • Currently a maximum impervious surface limit of 65%, but TOD zoning Surface and consultants recommended 90% maximum Open Space "! • Currently on lots over 1 acre, minimum open space requirement of 15% ! • A more thorough analysis of this will be provided at the next discussion on May 13 2 Next Steps Staff will continue to make revisions to the draft zoning text and to explore the areas of research noted above. Additional discussion with the Planning Commission around these topics will occur in May. Staff will bring the draft text to the City Council at the May Council/Manager meeting in order to receive feedback prior to holding public hearings on the zoning text amendment in June. Staff Request Staff is looking for feedback around the following questions: 1. What is the Commission's reaction to the format and organization of the revised text? 2. Are the Fa�ade Types a concept worth developing for the Mixed Use district? 3. What adjustments should be made to the proposed district setbacks? 4. What adjustments should be made to the proposed height restrictions? Questions around open space, impervious coverage, and uses will be addressed at the May 13 meeting. Attachments Draft TOD Zoning Text (15 pages) Draft Golden Valley Mixed Use Zoning Text (12 pages) 3 Mixed Use Zoning District Table of Contents MIXED USE ZONING DISTRICT 3 1. PURPOSE 3 2. DISTRICT ESTABLISHED 3 3. UsEs 3 4. MU BUILDING AND SITE STANDARDS 4 5. DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS 13 GoLden VaLLey City Code 1 Mixed Use Zoning District 1. Purpose The purpose of the Mixed Use (MU) Zoning District is to implement the following principles: A. Implement the policies of the Comprehensive Plan. B. Enable appropriate locations within the city to evolve toward a diverse mix of compatible uses. C. Maximize integration rather than separation of uses. D. Improve connectivity for all modes of transportation. E. Provide a context suitable for high-frequency transit. F. Foster neighborhood-serving retail and services. G. Subdistricts reflect the character of the surrounding development and the goals of the Comprehensive Plan and include: i. Subdistrict A is a mixed-use area compatible with the neighborhood. ii. Subdistrict B is a mixed-use area appropriate for commercial and employment areas. It adds residential uses to provide for employee housing. iii. Subdistrict C is a mixed-use area providing walkable urbanism with complementary uses in industrial, warehousing, and office park areas. The MU Zoning District includes specific standards for building form, height, bulk and placement in order to encourage development that enhances walkability, frames the public realm, and seamlessly transitions to adjacent development. Density and floor area ratio are not regulated for the MU Zoning District. 2. District Established Properties must be developed within MU in the manner provided for in Section 11.90 of this Chapter. The district and/or any subsequent changes to it will be reflected in the official zoning map of the City as provided in Section 11.11 of this Chapter. 3. Uses The MU Zoning District is subject to the requirements of section 4 below, where the use notations have the following meanings. P Permitted subject to standards N Not permitted C Allowed with approval of a R Permitted with compliance to the conditional use permit conditions of subsection B.i. below A. Multiple uses within a single parcel or building are permitted in MU. B. Uses restricted in section 4 are limited for size or intensity as follows: Golden VaLley City Code 3 i. Restrictions per use: Office 5,000 sq. ft. per floor, max. gross floor area Service & retail 30,000 sq. ft. max. gross floor area Institutional On-site parking may not exceed 50 surface lot spaces Parking Accessory to primary use 4. MU Building and Site Standards A. Minimum frontage buildout indicates that lots must contain buildings along the prescribed length of property line. i. At the primary frontage the minimum frontage buildout is a percentage of the length of the abutting property line. ii. At the secondary frontage the minimum frontage buildout is a specified distance along the property line from the corner. iii. City Planning will determine the allocation of primary and secondary frontage. iv. Facades must be within the minimum and maximum setback. v. At corner lots the width of the property, for frontage buildout calculation, may be reduced by the setback of the perpendicular lot line as indicated by (a) in the illustration below. Figure 1. Minimum Frontage Buildout Illustration \` \\��-� �� ``�� ,� � � � `` , ; �\ ,'- - � � ` i ' '��,_\ s :\ \ �`� � , -'.a ,�� ` `` ,�;; � ; � �_� ,- � • � � , � . _ ,� . , � �_ \,\` ' / 1`^y ,� � y� � I � "�� . ��\i� �Y � \ .. . '�. ;� . . � '„ • � � �- , , � �. ,, ?�. � � �;, i � � ��,,, � � �� ,� � ti �, _ ,. � � �; �,�, , �,1�0 �� Fr ..� ;,� �� o-� . o � � P n � � rlmary�r �g�Ildo . \ \� {ofi,��, �� on�a u� , Gofi g'e y�,1d�h , - ,`� �e 4 GoLden VaLLey City Code B. Building height is limited in above ground stories according to Table 2 through Table 4 and the following: i. Height subdistricts are mapped to reflect the policy of the Comprehensive Plan as follows: Subdistrict Community Type Subdistrict A Neighborhood __ _ _ _ Subdistrict B Community Subdistrict C Community ii. Building stepback requirements indicate the facade of upper stories must be set back a specified minimum distance from the facade of the story below. iii. Stories are measured as follows: a. Stories are measured from finished floor to finished ceiling. b. Stories above the ground floor are limited to 14 feet in height. c. Ground floor height is subject to the following requirements: 1) Ground floor height must be no less than 12 feet. 2) Ground floor height is limited to 20 feet, above which it counts as an additional story. d. Parking structure height is subject to the following requirements: 1) Structure height may not exceed the finished ceiling height of the top floor of the tallest primary use building. e. Projections not used for human habitation are exempt from building height restrictions, including the following: 1) Chimneys, spires, domes, elevator shaft and stair housings, antennae, vents, and flag poles. C. Facade types must be assigned along all streets according to the standards of Table 1 and the following requirements: i. Buildings may include multiple facade types along their length, each type no less than 30 feet in width. ii. A storefront is required for all ground floor commercial uses except: a. Lodging, and b. Office. iii. Functioning building entries must be provided along street frontages as follows: a. The primary building entry must be located along a street frontage. b. One functional entry must be provided for every 80 feet of facade, leading to habitable space. 1) Where building fronts onto two or more streets, a secondary frontage facade under 50 feet in length is exempt from the entry requirement. iv. Loading docks and service areas are restricted according to the parking and storage setbacks of Table 2 through Table 4. v. Encroachments into the street setbacks are permitted as follows: Golden VaLLey City Code 5 a. Underground parking within the setback is not considered an encroachment provided the structure is not visible from the sidewalk. b. Roof overhangs, cornices, window and door surrounds and other facade decorations may encroach up to two feet but not beyond the property line. c. Awnings may encroach into the right-of-way to within two feet of the curb. A minimum clearance of 10 feet above the sidewalk is required. d. Balconies, bay and bow windows may encroach a maximum of three feet, but not beyond the property line. vi. Facade glazing at street frontages must meet the minimum area requirements of Table 2 through Table 4 as modified by Table 1. a. Percentage glazing is calculated individually for each facade. b. Tinted and reflective glass are prohibited. Table 1. Facade Types STOREFRONT Entry Grade At sidewalk grade A storefront is required at the primary entrance of the tenant space. Storefronts must have 70% ground floor glazing rather than the requirements of Requirements Table 2 through Table 4. Display windows may project into frontage setbacks no more than five feet and not beyond the property line. Building entries may be recessed from the facade up to six feet in depth. If ground floor grade is above sidewalk grade, the differential should be Guidelines accommodated within the building Awnings may project into the setback 100% of their depth. Awnings should encroach into the public right-of-way, covering the sidewalk. COMMON ENTRY Entry Grade At sidewalk grade A single collective entry to a multi-tenant lobby is required at the primary building entrance. Requirements Canopies and awnings are permitted to encroach into frontage setbacks 100% of their depth. Guidelines Canopies and awnings should encroach into the public right-of-way to within two feet of the curb. STOOP � �� Entry Grade 12 in. min., 36 in. max. from sidewalk grade i �� A stoop is required at building entrances, projecting from or recessed into the facade. Requirements Wood is prohibited for stoop railing structure. Stoops and related structures are permitted to encroach into frontage setbacks 100% of their depth. 6 GoLden VaLLey City Code Table 2. Subdistrict A Building and Site Standards , �� , �� _ �— ;�\ � \. �� \�\��`_,_��, �� /}��- �`�. � ; �� , , '� � � � " ,� � �- �� ii �"�� d \�\,,, �_. `�\� ' f/� I � ; � �-, _, r i" /'�'�, ��.�. , \\ ' � ,�! ;' : e �. ��. �� '�' r � � �� \'�. � \-,. ° Buildable Area � / <�� ; (shaded) b m�ri,i/�� '' -_ ''/' m / �"� b n��zy•�. ax. __ � ' � /' BUILDING SETBACKS PARKING AND STORAGE SETBACKS _..._W________� _.� __w_ ___.______ a Primary frontage 1 ft. min. - 12 ft. max. Primary frontage '30 ft. min. b Secondary frontage 2 ft. min. - 12 ft. max. 'Secondary frontage 10 ft. min. c Side property line 0 ft. min. - or 6 ft. min. Side property line 0 ft. min. d Rear property line 3 ft. min. _ � Rear_pro�erty line _ 3 ft. min. MINIMUM FRONTAGE BUILDOUT LOT COVERAGE _.� Primary frontage 80% min. Lot coverage by buildings 90% max. -.---------__..__-- Secondary frontage 40 ft. min. from primary frontage FACADE TYPES MINIMUM GLAZING Primary frontage Storefront, common � Primary frontage '60% min. except as entry modified by Table 1 Secondary frontage Storefront, common Secondary frontage 30% min. entry, stoop Second floor 30% min. Upper floors 15% min. Golden VaLLey City Code 7 Table 2. Subdistrict A Building and Site Standards I I I I I � � _ _ __ _. I ;� I � �� I I I ;, ; , I I I BUILDING HEIGHT BUILDING STEPBACK Buildings�� 4 stories max. 15 ft. stepback is required above 3 stories for frontages on rights-of-way less than 70 ft. in width Parking structures Building height minus Buildings must match height of adjacent single- one story family within 50 ft. of residential parcel boundary. USES RESIDENTIAL ', COMMERCIAL P 'Multiple dwelling (three (3) or more units) R Retail and service _ _ ___ __ _ ___ . P Mixed-use residential R OfFice ___ _____ _.__.__ ____.__ P Elderly and handicapped housing P Medical clinics _-- __._______ INSTITUTIONAL ' P Child care R Religious assembly __ P Adult day care __ _ R Schools R Parking R Libraries N Gasoline sales __ __-- -_ - - - R Museums N Drive-through facilities � COMMERCIAL � N Non-accessory parking, private sector P Restaurants N Adult-oriented businesses and services __ P Brewpubs N Self-storage R Breweries, micro-distilleries, taprooms and N Outdoor storage cocktail rooms 8 Golden VaLLey City Code Table 3. Subdistrict B Building and Site Standards \\_ , _, � ,, � \ � __ � � _ ,` _ ; ,__ � , ��_ � ,�,�,� , ' �� '� _ ,,i � _` �� ;'\\�' \ ;, /! , �� ` � \ ��/ � � �• . , s� �� : /� � �� \. � ��. _ '� 'f � � �'�• d �� ` ' � /" � / � ��, , \\ \\ ' ` y/ �S'� ��/� � �„_.' \ � � � � �• T \ � . �� .�. —�\�- �` I� � � �. ��,__ �__ �'� ° Buildable Area ;'� /� ` Rhaded � (� ) b�i j�. _ _ ,� a /� ax: -_ b��/. -_,�;/. BUILDING SETBACKS PARKING �AND STORAGE SETBACKS a Primary frontage 1 ft. min. - 12 ft. max. Primary frontage 30 ft. min. b Secondary frontage 2 ft. min. - 12 ft. max. Secondary frontage 10 ft. min. ---- c Side property line '0 ft. or 6 ft. min. Side property line 0 ft. min. _____. d Rear �roperty line 3 ft. min. _ Rear_propertY_line 3 ft. min. � MINIMUM FRONTAGE BUILDOUT �� LOT COVERAGE �. _______ ��__.__._�.___�._..___�_.�._ _ Primary frontage 80% min. Lot coverage by buildings '90% max. Secondary frontage 40 ft. min. from primary 'frontage_ __� _.___.-----_.__�.._..---_..__�� .___.._.--_ _,_____ ___________�.___._—.� FACADE TYPES MINIMUM GLAZING Primary frontage� � Storefront, common �� Primary frontage v 60% min. except as entry modified by Table 1 Secondary frontage Storefront, common Secondary frontage 30% min. entry, stoop Second floor 30% min. Upper floors 15% min. Gotden Vall.ey City Code 9 Table 3. Subdistrict B Building and Site Standards I I _- ----_ .____ _ _____-- I �- ,; j ; I [__'; I I � ..._ ._..u � I i __ +� I �C--'J � � � I � � ' BUILDING HEIGHT BUILDING STEPBACK —- -- _ __ ___ ___.�_. _ .__, __ ------------- --____,. .__.._. _._ - ---- --- Buildings 6 stories max. 15 ft. stepback is required above 4 stories for frontages on rights-of-way less than 70 ft. in width Parking structures Building height minus Buildings must match height of adjacent single- one story family within 50 ft. of residential parcel boundary. USES RESIDENTIAL COMMERCIAL � P Multiple dwelling (three (3) or more units) P 'Retail and service --------- P Mixed-use residential P Office P Elderl and handica v y pped housing P Medical clinics INSTITUTIONAL P 'Child care R Religious assembly P Adult day care _.___ ----__ _ . _ P Schools C Gasoline sales ------ -- ___ P Libraries ' C Drive-through facilities P Museums C Non-accessory parking, private sector � �_�__ _--- COMMERCIAL ' N Adult-oriented businesses and services _.__... _. __ _-- P Restaurants N Self-storage P Brewpubs N Outdoor storage __ R Breweries, micro-distilleries, taprooms and cocktail rooms 10 GoLden VaLLey City Code Table 4. Subdistrict C Building and Site Standards ��\-_ .,, \�'\ , �, �� , �_ _, �� ^ ��_�\�� =;; � _� , � ��\ _,_ ,= � � � ,� � -- � � �� , , � �,. � ��-��,- �� ,. ,\y`�..- �� ,j � - !� ��.�.� a `^; ; /� i� . i I� ��\\..\\\ .. i 5 � / N / � \ 4 � � �s �� 4'� 1. � � j �. . �� \.. . �/ � \ \. -� �\��`.\ _ 'i � �. \` � Buildable Area � /� _ (shaded) b�in� /./ _ ;�. a � - /� ax:' b np�dy./ .,'/• �� BUILDING SETBACKS PARKING�AND} STORAGE SETBACKS � __�__.__.______ _.�__.._ ______ a Primary frontage 1 ft. min. - 16 ft. max. Primary frontage '30 ft. min. b Secondary frontage 2 ft. min. - 20 ft. max. Secondary frontage 6 ft. min. c Side property line 0 ft. or 6 ft. min. Side property line 0 ft. min. ---- - _ _ d Rear property line 3 ft. min. Rear property line 3 ft. min. MINIMUM FRONTAGE BUILDOUT LOT COVERAGE Primary frontage 70% min. � � 'Lot coverage by buildings 80% max. ___.-- -_____ __- Secondary frontage 40 ft. min, from primary frontage �.__.__-- ------ ---_..____�____. _.__�.�..._.. FACADE TYPES MINIMUM GLAZING Primary frontage Storefront, common Primary frontage 'S0% min. except as entry 'modified by Table 1 Secondary frontage Storefront, common Secondary frontage 20% min. entry Second floor 20% min. Upper floors 15% min. GoLden VaLLey City Code 11 Table 4. Subdistrict C Building and Site Standards � I � - --------- I ,; I I I !' , . _ ___;, I �� I � � :; �L � I � i(_ i � ' � � ( i BUILDING HEIGHT BUILDING STEPBACK Buildings 6 stories max. 15 ft. stepback is required above 4 stories for frontages on rights-of-way less than 70 ft. in width Parking structures Building height minus Buildings must match height of adjacent single- one story family within 50 ft. of residential parcel boundary. USES � RESIDENTIAL COMMERCIAL P Multiple dwelling (three (3) or more units� P Child care _ __- --___ -- P Mixed-use residential ' P Adult day care C Elderl and handica �_ y pped housing ' C Gasoline sales INSTITUTIONAL C Drive-through facilities ___.______ __ R Religious assembly ' C ,Non-accessory parking, private sector ___. P Schools N Adult-oriented businesses and services — – -. --- P Libraries N Self-storage __ _---- P Museums C Outdoor storage � COMMERCIAL ��LIGHT INDUSTRIAL �P Restaurants P Light manufacturing that does not constitute a nuisance or health hazard to adjacent districts P Brewpubs P 'Makerspace R Breweries, micro-distilleries, taprooms and C Warehouses cocktail rooms P Retail and service _ : __ - __ _- _ __ _ — -- P Office -- -- --- ---- -- ------- - ------ P 'Medical clinics � 12 GoLden VaLley City Code 5. Development Standards A. Parking. Off-street parking must be set back from frontages according to Table 2 through Table 4, except where parking is located underground. i. Minimum required vehicular parking may be fulfilled in the following locations: a. Parking spaces provided on-site, or between multiple connected sites with a recorded shared use parking agreement. b. Parking spaces provided along a parking lane on-street corresponding to the site frontages. 1) On-street parking may be restricted in proximity to intersections, driveways, fire hydrants and other utilities. c. Parking spaces leased from a private or public parking facility. 1) A shared parking agreement with the parking facility owner is required. ii. Access. Parking access must meet the following requirements. a. Driveways are limited to 20 feet in width. b. Sites with alley access must use the alley for ingress and egress. c. Pedestrian access to off-street parking must be provided from frontages. iii. Screening. Parking areas must be screened from public streets, sidewalks and paths with a masonry wall or evergreen hedge. The height of the screen must be a minimum of 36 inches and a maximum of 48 inches in height. iv. Structured parking. The ground floor of any parking structure abutting a public street must have habitable space for a depth of 30 feet facing the street. a. Upper floors must be designed and detailed in a manner consistent with adjacent buildings. b. Entrances must minimize conflict with pedestrian movement. c. Ramped floors are prohibited. B. Pedestrian circulation. i. Sidewalks are required along all street frontages, and sidewalk and trail design must be consistent with the City of Golden Valley Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan. ii. Walkways of at least six feet in width are required along all building facades that abut parking areas. Golden Valley City Code 13 C. Drive-through facilities i. Drive-through facilities and lanes must be located behind the principal building. ii. Queuing lanes must not interfere with pedestrian circulation. iii. Drive-through canopies and other structures, where present, must be constructed from the same materials as the primary building, and with a similar level of architectural quality and detailing. D. Outdoor dining areas. Outdoor seating is permitted within any setback area and temporary seating may be permitted with rights-of-way, provided the sidewalk remains clear to a width of five feet. E. Open space i. Open spaces must be designed according to Table 5. Table 5. Civic Space Types SQUARE x�� . 1. Size in acres 0.25 - 2.5 max. � � � , i-"i i �%; � i� ��' � � r:�;�� 2. Proportion 1:5 max. I � 3. Edge condition Thoroughfares on a minimum of � _.__ ___,._.__ . two non-adjacent sides —� — ;-�;- �- — 4. Surface 50% maximum paved; pervious ;_, , ,� � paving preferred � r�� 5. Landscape 1 tree with mature canopy over �'� � �� l �,�`�%�'� 4: 25 ft. per 800 sq. ft. of area � �� '��` � min., rounded down ; �`�� , �.� i I �_ ''� � _ >_.C= _ ' _ m � . _______..,________ � r I � i �. i.',i:��,"i i i; PLAZA =J , , . , , : , .__. ....A .. � 1. Size in square 5,000 - 20,000 , ; ! ', ;�;/;% feet ' �� ' i 2. Proportion 1:5 max. �_ � __ __—_ . _ _------ --- 3. Edge condition Thoroughfares on a minim of -- -- ----, ,- -- - -_ two sides I �,� . 4. Sur face 5 0% m i n i m u m p a v e d; p e r v i o u s - paving preferred � �,, ;, 1 tree with mature cano E � � �� 5. Landscape py over . �;�� 25 ft. per 1,000 sq. ft. of area . � � , . min., rounded up � �__ . -. . .� ' � ______.__ � .____._-_._._ -1 -- _ _____--- - - , , ______ � ; � � i 14 GoLden Valley City Code Table 5. Civic Space Types POCKET PARK � 1. Size in square 1,000 - 5,000 � ��' � �� ' � feet 2. Proportion 1:4 max. __._.._ 3. Edge condition 1 side min. along a thoroughfare --� - - - , �---- or pedestrian passage � ; 4. Surface May be paved or landscaped ■ ' � 5. Landscape 1 tree with mature canopy over � -------� �� ;;�,;,�; 20 ft. per 600 sq. ft. of area ' � ;��; , ' ( ,//ii, min., rounded up � � i j ; -J .__ .____._....�._._� ._..__...__� =t/`�._--__.__J L-_.�._ � � .__ _____.__.__.._-__'____'_.______.___ i �'___ � i � I I i � PEDESTRIAN PASSAGE :,_ ��' 1. Width 12 ft. min. J � 2. Edge condition Active frontages required in high intensity blocks -- 3. Walkway 6 ft. min. width ; ; ��, , 4. Landsca e 3 ft. min. landscape edge in � �%i: p medium and low intensity blocks �; /�%� �; ,/,`,t y� ,�� , /,- %� %: f. � I GoLden VaLLey City Code 15 ` DRAFT 4-22-19 Sec. 113-97. -Mixed Use Zoning District. 1. Purpose The purpose of the Mixed Use Zoning District is to implement the following principles: A. Implement the policies of the Comprehensive Plan. B. Enable appropriate locations within the City to evolve towards a diverse mix of compatible uses. C. Maximize integration rather than separation of uses. D. Improve connectivity for all modes of transportation. E. Provide a context suitable for high-frequency transit. F. Foster neighborhood-serving retail and services. The district includes specific standards for building form, height, bulk, and placement in order to encourage development that enhances walkability,frames the public realm, and seamlessly transitions to adjacent development. 2. District Established Properties must be developed in the manner provided for in Section 113-29.The district and/or any subsequent changes to it shall be reflected in the Official Zoning Map of the City as provided in Section 113-56. 3. Building and Site Standards A. Minimum Fa�ade euildout.The minimum fa�ade buildout requires that lots contain buildings along the prescribed length of the property line. i. In the primary front yard,the minimum fa�ade buildout is a percentage of the width of the lot along the front lot line. ii. If there is more than one front yard, staff will determine the assignment of the primary and secondary front yards. iii. In a secondary front yard,the minimum fa�ade buildout is a specified distance along the front lot line from the corner. iv. Fa�ades must be located within the minimum and maximum setbacks. B. Building Height. i. Building height in each of the Subdistricts reflects the policies of the Comprehensive Plan as follows: Subdistrict Type Maximum Stories Subdistrict A Neighborhood 4 Subdistrict B Community 6 Subdistrict C Community 6 ii. Building stepback requirements indicated the fa�ades of upper stories must be set back 15 feet from the fa�ade of the story below. iii. Stories are measured as follows: a. Stories are measured from finished floor to finished ceiling. b. Stories above the ground floor are limited to 14 feet in height. c. Ground floor height is subject to the following requirements: 1) Ground floor height must be no less than 12 feet. 2) Ground floor height is limited to 20 feet, above which it counts as an additional story. d. The following projections are exempt from building height restrictions: 1 DRAFT � 4-22-19 1) Chimneys 2) Spires 3) Domes 4) Elevator shafts and stair housings 5) Antennae 6) Vents 7) Flag poles C. Fa�ade Types. Fa�ade types shall be assigned along all streets and observe the following requirements: STOREFRONT Entry Grade t sidewalk grade Required at the primary entrance Requirements Must have 70%transparency at the ground floor Display windows may project into the front yard setback no more than five eet and not beyond the property line Building entries may be recessed from the fa�ade up to six feet in depth If ground floor grade is above sidewalk grade,the differential shall be accommodated within the building Guidelines anopies and awnings may project in the front yard setback up to 100%of heir depth Canopies and awnings may encroach into the public right-of-way to cover the sidewalk COMMON ENTRY Entry Grade t sidewalk grade single entry to a multi-tenant lobby is required at the primary building Requirements entrance Canopies and awnings may project into the front yard setback up to 100%of heir depth Guidelines Canopies and awnings may encroach into the public right-of-way to within wo feet of the curb STOOP Entry Grade Minimum of 12 inches and maximum of 36 inches above sidewalk grade Required at building entrances, projecting from or recessed into the facade Requirements toops and related structures may encroach into the front yard setback up to 100%of their depth i. Buildings may include multiple fa�ade types along their length, each type no less than 30 feet in width. ii. A storefront is required for all ground floor commercial uses except: a. Lodging b. Office iii. Building entries must be provided along street frontages as follows: a. The primary building entrance must be located along a street frontage. 2 • DRAFT 4-22-19 b. One entry must be provided for every 80 feet of building fa�ade. Where a building front onto two or more streets,the fa�ade of a secondary front yard under 50 feet in length is exempt from the entry requirement. iv. Encroachments are permitted as follows: a. Underground parking within the front yard setback provided the structure is not visible from the sidewalk. b. Roof overhangs, cornices,window and door surrounds, and other fa�ade decorations may encroach up to two feet into the front yard setback. c. Canopies and awnings may encroach into the public right-of-way to within two feet of the curb. A minimum clearance of 10 feet above the sidewalk is required. d. Balconies, bay windows, and bow windows may encroach into the front yard setback up to three feet. 4. Uses A. Multiple uses within a single parcel or building are encouraged. B. Live-work Units. Live-work units provide a transitional use that combines elements of a home occupation and a commercial enterprise. i. The business component may include offices, small service establishments, home crafts which are typically considered accessory to a dwelling unit, or limited retailing associated with fine arts,crafts, or personal services. It may not include a commercial food service requiring a license, a limousine business or auto service, or repair for any vehicles other than those registered to residents of the property. ii. The business of the live-work unit must be conducted by a person who resides in the dwelling unit.The business shall not employ more than two workers on-site at any one time who live outside of the live-work unit. iii. All buildings that permit live-work units shall adopt rules to regulate their operations in order to ensure that live-work units function harmoniously with other tenants within the building. C. Uses in the Mixed Use Zoning District are subject to the requirements listed in Tables 1-3 where the use notations have the following meanings: P Permitted R Permitted subject to restrictions C Allowed with the approval of a Conditional Use Permit N Not permitted 3 DRAFT ' 4-22-19 5. Building and Site Standards Table 1: Subdistrict A—Building and Site Standards \ ,�\\ � ,.,� �� '�� , ��_, ��._� �_ �� _��_,, ��•� � '�. �� >;� , ` �� '�. �\ , `\\ �•\,d �� '�. �. ��,� �. : ' I \. �, �. ,�\ '�. � �. � �. `� � Buildable Area � /� � - _ (shaded) b r�m/•� ' _ ;�. m �/. b��x/�. AX. ' ..'�' BUILDING SETBACKS PARKING AND STORAGE SETBACKS � _.__ __... _..___._.__ ._ _ _________._._______. a - Primary front yard 1 ft. min.—12 ft. max. Primary front yard 30 ft. min. b-Secondary front yard 2 ft. min.—12 ft. max. Secondary front yard 10 ft. min. c-Side property line 0 ft. min.—or 6 ft. min. Side property line 0 ft. min. d - Rear property line 3 ft. min. Rear property line 3 ft. min. _______ __....__.�_____�___..___.___ ______._..___._.__.____.__�..__.,___.� MINIMUM FA�ADE BUILDOUT LOT COVERAGE �� ..._._____________.__v....__.__ Primary front yard 80% min. Lot coverage by buildings '90%max. Secondary front yard 40 ft. min.from primary front yard FA�ADE TYPES �� MINIMUM GLAZING (move to Arch Standards) Primary front yard �� Storefront,common entry Primary front yard w�i�_- 60%min Secondary front yard Storefront, common entry, Secondary front yard 30%min. stoop Second floor 30% min. Upper floors 15%min. 4 " DRAFT 4-22-19 Table 1: Subdistrict A—Building and Site Standards ( � � � � � � � � � � � -_,'. � � � BUILDING HEIGHT BUILDING STEPBACK Buildings i 4 stories max.�v_v��_�-m 15 ft. stepback is required above 3 stories for frontages on rights-of-way less than 70 ft. in width Parking structures Building height minus one Buildings must match height of adjacent single-family story within 50 ft. of residential parcel boundary USES RESIDENTIAL COMMERCIAL P 'Residential units in a mixed use building P Child care P Multiple-family dwellings(three or more units) P Medical clinics P Senior and disability housing P Restaurants, brewpubs R Live-work units R Retail/service—30,000 sq. ft. max.gross floor area INSTITUTIONAL R Breweries/taprooms, micro-distilleries/cocktail rooms On-site parking may not exceed 50 surface lot spaces R Parking—accessory to principal use R Civic C Drive-thru facilities R Medical N Gasoline sales and automotive repair R Assembly(schools, places of worship, etc.) N Self-storage � OFFICE N Outdoor storage R Financial institutions i _-------------- ------—. R Offices—5,000 sq.ft. per floor max.gross floor area � 5 DRAFT ' 4-22-19 Table 2: Subdistrict B—Building and Site Standards � �_. _. _ . � ,, �_� � �\ _._ ��,,,\�\�. \_\�� ` �, - \�\ �\,' , ,�� ,. . ,. ,. .,,\. / � d . /• '�.� �. � � ,� �,� �. ��\ �'\. ° Buildable Area '� /� � ' - _ (shaded) b��./. _ ;�. a �/. ax.' b n��./ .,'/� BUILDING SETBACKS PARKING AND STORAGETSETBACKS a - Primary front yard 1 ft. min.—12 ft. max. Primary front yard 30 ft. min. b-Secondary front yard 2 ft. min.—12 ft. max. Secondary front yard 10 ft. min. c-Side property line 0 ft.or 6 ft. min. Side property line 0 ft. min. d - Rear property line 3 ft. min. Rear property line 3 ft. min. _._.�._______._ ___..._.... . MINIMUM FA�ADE BUILDOUT LOT COVERAGE __.______. ---.__._.__.__.__..__..__._..__._.__ Primary front yard 80%min. Lot coverage by buildings '90%max. Secondary front yard 40 ft. min.from primary front yard FA�ADE TYPES MINIMUM GLAZING (move to Arch Standards) �_�.__.�...._____. _______,_.m.�__.__.______..__�___ ____._..�______ ._ Primary front yard Storefront,common entry Primary front yard 60%min. Secondary front yard Storefront, common entry, Secondary front yard 30% min. stoop Second floor 30% min. Upper floors 15%min. 6 � DRAFT 4-22-19 Table 2: Subdistrict B—Building and Site Standards � � ----- � � __ � � � � � � _. ; � � --; � � � I '� I _...___._..__._...__. BUILDING HEIGHT BUILDING STEPBACK __._____ _._._._.._.. �_.__._.,__._..___..--�� _�.__..____._._..___._---__�__.__.---_.___..__. Buildings 6 stories max. 15 ft. stepback is required above 4 stories for frontages on rights-of-way less than 70 ft. in width Parking structures Building height minus one Buildings must match height of adjacent single-family story within 50 ft.of residential parcel boundary. USES �� RESIDENTIAL COMMERCIAL P Residential units in a mixed use building P Child care P Multiple-family dwelling (three or more units) P Medical clinics P Senior and disability housing ' P Hotels R Live-work units P Restaurants, brewpubs INSTITUTIONAL ' R Retail/service—30,000 sq.ft. max.gross floor area On-site parking may not exceed 50 surface lot spaces ' R Breweries/taprooms, micro-distilleries/cocktail rooms R Civic R Parking—accessory to principal use R Medical C Drive-thru facilities R Assembly(schools, places of worship, etc.) C Gasoline sales and automotive repair OFFICE N Self-storage P Financial institutions N Outdoor storage R Offices—5,000 sq. ft. per floor max.gross floor area I 7 DRAFT ' 4-22-19 Table 3: Subdistrict C—Building and Site Standards � _�___ ��:�� , �,, ,_ ,� � � ��\\\ � � � �\�� \\�i , i � � � ��•�. �. , , �� /• \'\. � /• � d � /� �'�. .�� . �. � �. �. \ �. ° Buildable Area ,%� /� - _ (shaded) b��j�. " __ ;'�. a `�� - �/� `ax.' b��'/. _ .,=/. BUILDING SETBACKS PARKING AND STORAGE SETBACKS a - Primary front yard '1 ft. min.—16 ft. max. � � Primary front yard � � �A30 ft. min. �� b-Secondary front yard 2 ft. min.—20 ft. max. Secondary front yard 6 ft. min. c-Side property line 0 ft.or 6 ft. min. Side property line 0 ft. min. d - Rear property line 3 ft. min. Rear property line 3 ft. min. MINIMUM FAfADE BUILDOUT LOT COVERAGE Primary frontage � �� 70%min. � �� Lot coverage by buildings 80%max. Secondary frontage 40 ft. min.from primary frontage � � FA�ADE TYPES��_�_._._._._ - MINIMUM GLAZING (move to Arch Standards) ._.�.. �_______._..__�__. _�_.��_______� _._.___�._._______..___...__.,..___..�. _�_ _�.�_____._..__ Primary front yard Storefront,common entry Primary front yard 50�o min. Secondary front yard Storefront,common entry Secondary front yard 20%min. Second floor 20%min. Upper floors 15%min. 8 � DRAFT 4-22-19 Table 3: Subdistrict C—Building and Site Standards � � ----------- ----- � � � � � � I ___� � � ' � � � ; � � BUILDING HEIGHT BUILDING STEPBACK �� ..__._.� �.��_____�_________�______.__..V�...____.__ .._ ,______.._.___._..�....___..__.____._ — --- Buildings 6 stories max. 15 ft. stepback is required above 4 stories for frontages on rights-of-way less than 70 ft. in width Parking structures Building height minus one Buildings must match height of adjacent single-family within story 50 ft. of residential parcel boundary. USES � � � INSTITUTIONAL COMMERCIAL On-site parking may not exceed 50 surface lot spaces ' P Medical clinics R Civic P Hotels R Medical P Restaurants, brewpubs R Assembly(schools, places of worship,etc.) R Retail/service—30,000 sq.ft. max. gross floor area OFFICE R Breweries/taprooms, micro-distilleries/cocktail rooms P Financial institutions R Parking—accessory to principal use R Offices—5,000 sq. ft. per floor max.gross floor C Drive-through facilities 'area LIGHT INDUSTRIAL C Gasoline sales and automotive repair P ;Light manufacturing that does not constitute a N Self-storage 'nuisance or health hazard to adjacent districts P '"Makerspace" N Outdoor storage C Warehouses I � 9 DRAFT � 4-22-19 6. Development Standards A. Parking. i. Required parking. Minimum required parking may be fulfilled in the following locations: a. Off-street parking shall be located to the side and rear of buildings. b. Spaces may be provided on-site or between multiple connected sites with a recorded shared use parking agreement. c. Spaces may be leased from a private or public parking facility with a shared parking agreement with the parking facility owner. ii. Access. a. Driveways are limited to 20 feet in width. b. Sites with alley access must use the alley for ingress and egress. c. Pedestrian access to off-street parking must be provided from front yards. iii. Screening. Parking areas shall be screened from public streets,sidewalks, and paths with a masonry wall or evergreen hedge not less than 50 percent opaque on a year-round basis.The height of the screening shall be between 36 and 48 inches. iv. Structured parking.The ground floor of any parking structure abutting a public street must have habitable space for a depth of 30 feet facing the street. a. Upper floors must be designed and detailed in a manner consistent with adjacent buildings. b. Entrances shall be located to minimize conflicts with pedestrian movement. c. Ramped floors are prohibited. B. Pedestrian Circulation. i. Sidewalks shall be required along all street frontages, and sidewalk and trail design shall be consistent with the City's Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan. ii. Walkways of at least six feet in width are required along all building facades that abut parking areas. iii. A well-defined pedestrian path shall be provided from the sidewalk to each primary entrance of a building. C. Drive-thru Facilities. i. Facilities and lanes shall be located behind the principal building. ii. Queuing lanes shall must interfere with pedestrian circulation. iii. Drive-through canopies and other structures shall be constructed from the same materials as the primary building and with a similar level of architectural quality and details. D. Dutdoor Dining Areas. Outdoor seating is permitted within rights-of-way, provided that sidewalks remain clear to a width of five feet. E. Open Spaces. Developments over one acre in size shall reserve at least 15 percent of the site as a designed and landscaped plaza,green, park, play area,trail or parkway,or combination thereof. 10 DRAFT 4-22-19 Open Space Types SQUARE _.__.___ _�.__. ,� � . � � �i Size in acres 0.25-2.5 max. �� ,� � �� -----_ _-- --- ----- --- - ,' , Proportion � 1:5 max. r � ; ,' ; �� Edge condition Thoroughfares on a minimum of two ' �"�'� '' � � � %' � �-�%'� � �� non-adjacent sides , t , ---- --- __ , , . ., . . Surface 50%maximum paved; pervious i , .... paving preferred �� ' � • . . . . .. .� . _ --- -----.-_-- -------- . .. : Landscape 1 tree with mature canopy over 25 � � ■ �. �-- �j�; � ft. per 800 sq. ft. of area min,, ;�� / � � rounded down � - ''� �:;�,.�- ��`�,r' �_�-f ,� ;/.%',;-�i� �' /i �j/ �%� / �i ' /'� /� �• i �' �i / i / -, �,�_,� / / /�i / / "/ �/ �ii j - �j �/ '- , , ' /%i'.;� , � --- -- _.__ ___ _ --- , � ,;,; ..�.� � �_ _ �; PLAZA �� ,, �,�. ,�� _�� . ��, . e � _ _ _____ Size in square feet 5,000-20,000 ; �� ` "�� ' �' __ — ___. -- -_ � Proportion 1:5 max. _ � - --- -- -- Edge condition Thoroughfares on a minim of two i sides ; ----____ ._-------_- -----____----.____._ ----.__ ,-_ Surface 50%minimum paved; pervious i ' �' '' t' � �' ' (-. . . ,_. paving preferred r- �; . .,. � . ----- --___._._ -- ---- ---_. , � , ,.�/f/ Landscape 1 tree with mature canopy over 25 ;: ■ ': -'; / ,;� ft. per 1,000 sq. ft. of area rnin., r � rounded up �� , r:_�, ,'. ;`_. ' . ',� ; � ----_ ___ ; ( � I � � � . _ -- -�--__ _ _ _ _ __ _ ---- POCKETPARK __ _ _ _ . _ Size in square feet 1,000-5,000 ; ____. _.___ _ _ Proportion 1:4 max. � - - ----_. _ _._-------__ -------_ 1 Edge condition 1 side min. along a thoroughfare or j pedestrian passage �� ---- -- - --- ----------- Surface May be paved or landscaped ' ' --- _- ---- -- ---- - - Landscape 1 tree with mature canopy over 2Q � ; ft. per 600 sq. ft. of area min., '�,f ; rounded up . ,-- �� `/� i /; / ,;;; _ __ _ _ _ ''%% ;' � ;/ % ;%'" 11 DRAFT 4-22-19 Open Space Types ______. ._..._ .._._..__._. . PEDESTRIAN PASSAGE ___--- -_. _ ._ ______.___�.------ __ -------_ width ;12 ft. min. � t ___ ___- ------ _____ ___ Edge condition Active frontages required in high intensity blocks - ---- ----- -- -- ---- Walkway width 6 ft. min. �- �':-�� ,,� �'� % - _ /!, //� � � /..' � ' :/�/ � � Landscape 3 ft. min. landscape edge in medium � ,' ;!,'� '� � � ,�.<. ,% r �� . %/,�:. and low intensity blocks ; /'' � �;% ;; �. % �/ ;, ( ��' '� �' ; , �� ,,,, ;. � � ,!�! %� , f ,';., , ,/�,,� ,�/;: i ; r' �,;� ,, /.. ' �/ �, �, �, ,, / �, � ; ,��ii �i . ,;�� i�; �'�� 12