HomeMy WebLinkAbout14.F. Text Amendment related to Building Materials and Design-Ord. No. 677
CITY OF SHAKOPEE /1F.
Memorandum
CASE NO.: CONSENT
TO: Mayor and City Council
Mark McNeill, City Administrator
FROM: R. Michael Leek, Community Development Director
SUBJECT: Proposed text amendments related to building materials and design
MEETING DATE: August 19, 2003
INTRODUCTION:
City Council directed that staff prepare text amendments related to building materials and
design. The Planning Commission opened the public hearing on the proposed revisions on
July 3' 2003. The Commission continued this matter with direction to staff to revise the draft
text amendment, and at its August 7, 2003 meeting the Planning Commission recommended
approval ofthe draft ordinance with a minor revision. Copies ofthe July 3rd and August ih
Planning Commission reports are attached for the Council's information.
ALTERNATIVES:
1. Approve Ordinance No. 677, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SHAKOPEE,
MINNESOTA AMENDING CHAPTER 11.60 PERFORMANCE STANDARDS as
presented.
2. Approve Ordinance No. 677, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SHAKOPEE,
MINNESOTA AMENDING CHAPTER 11.60 PERFORMANCE STANDARDS with
reVISIons.
3. Do not approve Ordinance No. 677.
4. Table the matter for specific reasons.
PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION:
On August 7, 2003, the Planning Commission recommended approval of the proposed text
amendment accompanying this report by a vote of 6-0.
ACTION REQUESTED:
Offer and approve Ordinance No. 677, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SHAKOPEE,
MINNESOTA AMENDING CHAPTER 11.60 PERFORMANCE STANDARDS.
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R. Michael Leek
Community Development Director
ORDINANCE NO. 677, FOURTH SERIES
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SHAKOPEE, MINNESOTA,
AMENDING CHAPTER 11.60 PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SHAKOPEE, MINNESOTA, ORDAINS:
Section I - That City Code Chapter 11, Zoning, Section 11.60, is hereby amended by
deleting everything after Subd. 4. Construction Materials, and adding the language that
follows below.
A. SPECIAL MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND PERFORMANCE
sTANDARDS IN ALL BUSINESS DISTRICTS:
1. Building Design and Materials: Building materials shall be attractive in
appearance, have ef a durable finish, and be of an architectural character and
quality that is compatible and harmonious with adjacent structures. All
buildings shall be of high architectural quality so as to maintain and enhance
the property values of neighboring properties, and not adversely impact the
community's public health, safety and general welfare.
a. All new building facades and refaced facades of existing buildings, shall
include a minimum of three of the following elements:
1. Accent materials:
11. A front entry that, in addition to doors, shall have
An area of accented materials a minimum of 150 S.F. around the
door entrance for single occupancy buildings and a minimum of
300 S.F. total for the front of multi-tenant buildings (this area shall
be counted as one element);
111. 25% window coverage on each front that faces a street;
IV. Contrasting, yet complementary material colors;
v. A combination of horizontal and vertical design features;
VI. Varying wall depths and shapes;
V11. Varying roofline, design, or materials;
V111. Decorative lighting design;
IX. Art or sculptural elements; or
x. Other unique architectural features in the overall architectural
concept.
2. Accent Materials and Visual Relief: Accent materials shall be wrapped
around walls visible from public view. Painting of materials or walls shall not
be substituted for visual relief, accenting, or a required element. No wall shall
exceed 100 feet in length without visual relief. Visual relief may be defined as
the incorporation of design features such as windows, horizontal and vertical
patterns, contrasting material colors, or varying wall depths.
3. Major Exterior Materials Permitted: Major exterior materials of all walls
including face brick, stone, glass, stucco, synthetic stucco, architectural
concrete and precise panels shall be acceptable as the major exterior wall
surface when they are incorporated into the overall design of the building.
Color impregnated decorative block shall also be allowed as a major exterior
wall material, and shall be required to be sealed. All materials shall be color
impregnated with the exception of allowing architectural concrete precast
panel systems to be painted. Painting shall not be allowed on color
impregnated, major exterior materials. If the architectural precast panel
systems are painted, they shall be properly prepared and maintained regularly
to prevent peeling, stripping, shading or any other form of deterioration or
discoloration. Proof of manufacturer's painting specifications shall be
supplied prior to issuance of a building permit. This paragraph shall also apply
to all exterior repairs, remodeling, or expansion of existing buildings that
require a building permit.
4. Major Exterior Materials Prohibited: Unadorned pre-stressed concrete
panels, whether smooth or raked; nondecorative concrete block; sheet metal;
corrugated metal; or unfinished metal (except copper or other metal
specifically engineered for exterior architectural use) shall not be used as
exterior materials. This restriction shall apply to all principal structures and to
all accessory buildings except those accessory buildings not visible from any
property line. No more than 25% of any exterior wall on a building shall be
wood or metal accent material.
5. Building Materials Visible from "Major Roadways: Allowable exterior
building materials within public view of majef roadways shall include
architectural precast concrete panels, (excluding raked or plain), stucco,
synthetic stucco, face brick, stone, glass and combination thereof. No more
than 25% of any exterior wall surface on a building shall be wood or metal
when used as an accent material. Stucco or synthetic stucco shall not be
allowed within 24 inches from grade. Color impregnated decorative concrete
block may be an acceptable accent material, if approved as part of a Planned
Unit Development (POO) or Conditional Use Permit (CUP) approval. This
subsection shall apply to all exterior repairs, remodeling, or expansions of
existing buildings that require a building permit. Roadways means all public
roadways, whether local streets, collector streets, arterial, freeway or other
classification.
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6. Roof Materials: Roofs that are exposed or an integral part of the building
aesthetics shall be constructed only of commercial grade asphalt shingles,
wood shingles, standing seam metal, slate, tile, or copper or materials similar
in appearance and performance. Flat roofs, which are generally parallel with
the first floor elevation, are not subject to these material limitations.
7. Materials Standards: All building and roofing materials shall meet current
accepted industry standards, and tolerances, and shall be subject to review and
approval by the Development Review Committee for quality, durability, and
aesthetic appeal. For all new buildings and building exterior renovations, the
applicant shall submit to the City product samples, color building elevations,
and associated drawings which illustrate the construction techniques to be used
in the installation of such materials. Building and roofing materials not
specifically approved in this Section may be allowed by a Conditional Use
Permit or Planned Unit Development only after it is demonstrated that the
proposed material is equal to or better than approved materials. The long-
range maintenance of the proposed material shall be incorporated as a
condition ofthe approval and filed on the property.
8. Trash Handling: All trash, recyclable materials, and trash and recyclable
materials handling equipment shall be stored within the principal structure;
totally screened from public view by the principal building; or stored within an
accessory structure constructed of building materials compatible with the
principal structure enclosed by a roof, and readily served through swinging
doors or an overhead door on tracks. Compactors shall be totally screened
from eye level view from public streets and adjacent properties. Existing uses
shall comply with the enclosure requirements listed in this Section within six
(6) months of receiving notice from the City.
9. Accessory Structures: Garages, accessory structures, screen walls and
exposed areas of retaining walls shall be of a similar type, quality and
appearance as the principal structure.
10. Rooftop Screening: The ground level view of all rooftop equipment and
related piping, ducting, electrical and mechanical utilities shall be painted to
match the building, designed to be compatible with the architectural treatment
of the principal structure or screened by the use of parapet walls. Wood
fencing shall not be used for screening.
B. SPECIAL MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS IN R-2, R-3 AND PRD DISTRICTS:
1. Building Design and Materials: Building materials shall be attractive in
appearance, durable, and of an architectural quality which is ð compatible
with adjacent structures. All buildings shall be of good aesthetic and
architectural quality, as demonstrated by the inclusion of at least 3 of the
following elements:
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a. Accent materials:
b. A front entry that, in addition to doors, shall have An area of accentea
materials a minimum of 150 S.F. around the door entrance for single
occupancy buildings and a minimum of300 S.F. total for the front of multi-
tenant buildings (this area shall be counted as one element);
c. Contrasting, yet complementary material colors;
d. A combination of horizontal and vertical design features;
e. Varying wall depths and shapes;
f. Varying roof line, design, or materials;
g. Decorative lighting design;
h. Art or sculptural elements; or
1. Other unique architectural features in the overall architectural concept.
2. Major Exterior Materials. Major exterior surfaces on all walls shall be facing
brick (glazed or unglazed), clay facing tile, stone masonry (granite, limestone,
marble, slate, sandstone, or quartzite), finished texture stucco (cement or
synthetic), exterior finished wood siding (painted, stained, or weather-sealed),
exterior finished metal siding (not including sheet metal of any kind), or exterior
finished vinyl siding.
3. Plans and Materials samples. For all new development projects, buildings and
building exterior renovations, the applicant or architect shall submit to the City
product samples, color building elevations, and associated drawings that illustrate
the construction techniques to be used in the installation of such materials. If
complementary building styles, materials, and color schemes are proposed for a
development, the developer shall submit to the City a plan showing the
distribution of the styles, materials, and colors throughout the development.
4. Materials Standards: All building and roofing materials shall meet current
accepted industry standards, and tolerances, and shall be subject to review and
approval by the City for quality, durability, and aesthetic appeal.
5. Trash Handling and Recycling: All trash, recyclable materials, and trash and
recyclable materials handling equipment shall be stored within the principal
structure, totally screened from public view by the principal building, or stored
within an accessory structure constructed of building materials compatible with the
principal structure, enclosed by a roof, and readily served through swinging doors.
Compactors that are attached to the principal structure shall be totally screened
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from eye level view from public streets and adjacent properties to a screening wall
constructed of the same building material as the principal structure. Existing uses
shall comply with the enclosure requirements listed in this Section within five (5)
years of receiving notice from the City.
6. On Site Screening: All mechanical equipment, utility meters, storage and service
areas and similar features shall be completely screened from the eye-level view
from adjacent properties and public streets, or designed to be compatible with the
architectural treatment ofthe principal structure.
Section 2 - - Effective Date. This ordinance becomes effective from and after its
passage and publication.
Adopted in session of the City Council of the City of Shako pee, Minnesota
held the day of ,2003.
Mayor ofthe City of Shakopee
ATTEST:
City Clerk
Published in the Shakopee Valley News on the day of ,2003.
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CITY OF SHAKOPEE
Memorandum
CASE NO.: o 3C> 75
TO: Shakopee Planning Commission
FROM: R. Michael Leek, Community Development Director
SUBJECT: Proposed text amendments related to building materials and design
MEETING DATE: July 3, 2003
INTRODUCTION:
On March 31,2003 the City Council held a workshop to discuss building design and materials
standards for commercial buildings and attached dwellings. The direction provided to staff at
the conclusion of that meeting was to develop a rough draft of proposed ordinance changes
that are based on the approach used in the City of Burnsville's Code. Attached for the
Commission's consideration is the draft ordinance revision.
ALTERNATIVES:
1. Recommend to the City Council approval ofthe text amendment as presented.
2. Recommend to the City Council approval ofthe text amendment with revisions.
3. Recommend to the City Council denial ofthe proposed text amendment.
4. Continue the public hearing for additional information.
5. Close the public hearing, but table the matter for specific reasons.
ACTION REQUESTED:
Offer and approve a motion recommending approval of the proposed text amendment as
presented or with revisions.
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R. lchael Leek
Community Development Director
ORDINANCE NO. XXX, FOURTH SERIES
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SHAKOPEE, MINNESOTA,
AMENDING CHAPTER 11.60 PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SHAKOPEE, MINNESOTA, ORDAINS:
Section 1 - That City Code Chapter 11, Zoning, Section 11.60, is hereby amended by
deleting everything after Subd. 4. Construction Materials, and adding the language that
follows below.
A. SPECIAL MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND PERFORMANCE
STANDARDS IN ALL BUSINESS DISTRICTS:
1. Building Design and Materials: Building materials shall be attractive in
appearance, of a durable finish, and be of a character and quality that is
compatible and harmonious with adjacent structures. All buildings shall be of
good aesthetic and architectural quality so as to maintain and enhance the
property values of neighboring properties, and not adversely impact the
community's public health, safety and general welfare.
a. All new building facades and refaced facades of existing buildings, shall
include a minimum of three of the following elements:
i) Accent materials:
ii) A visually pleasing front entry that, in addition to doors, shall have
an area of accented a minimum of 150 S.F. around the door
entrance for single occupancy buildings and a minimum of300 S.F.
total for the front of multi-tenant buildings (this area shall be
counted as one element);
. 25% window coverage on each front that faces a street;
. Contrasting, yet complementary material colors;
. A combination of horizontal and vertical design features;
. Irregular building shapes; or
. Other architectural features in the overall architectural concept.
2. Accent Materials: Accent materials shall be wrapped around walls visible
from public view. Painting shall not be substituted for visual relief, accenting,
or a required element. No wall shall exceed 100 feet in length without visual
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relief. Visual relief may be defined as the incorporation of design features such
as windows, horizontal and vertical patterns, contrasting material colors, or
varying wall depths.
3. Major Exterior Materials: Major exterior materials of all walls including
face brick, stone, glass, stucco, synthetic stucco, architectural concrete and
precise panels shall be acceptable as the major exterior wall surface when they
are incorporated into the overall design ofthe building. Color impregnated
decorative block shall also be allowed as a major exterior wall material, and
shall be required to be sealed. All materials shall be color impregnated with
the exception of allowing architectural concrete precast panel systems to be
painted. Painting shall not be allowed on color impregnated, major exterior
materials. Request for approval of cast in place systems shall be through a
Conditional Use Permit or Planned Unit Development. lfthe architectural
precast panel systems are painted, they shall be properly prepared and
maintained regularly to prevent peeling, stripping, shading or any other form of
deterioration or discoloration. Proof of manufacturer's painting specifications
shall be supplied prior to issuance of a building permit. This paragraph shall
also apply to all exterior repairs, remodeling, or expansion of existing buildings
that require a building permit.
4. Major Exterior Materials Prohibited: Unadorned pre-stressed concrete
panels,
whether smooth or raked; nondecorative concrete block; sheet metal;
corrugated metal; or unfinished metal shall not be used as exterior materials.
This restriction shall apply to all principal structures and to all accessory
buildings except those accessory buildings not visible from any property line.
No more than 25% of any exterior wall on a building shall be wood or metal
accent material.
S. Building Materials Visible from Major Roadways: Allowable exterior
building
materials within public view of major roadways shall include architectural
precast concrete panels, (excluding raked orplain), stucco, synthetic stucco,
face brick, stone, glass and combination thereof. No more than 25% of any
exterior wall surface on a building shall be wood or metal when used as an
accent material. Stucco or synthetic stucco shall not be allowed within 24
inches from grade. Color impregnated decorative concrete block may be an
acceptable accent material, if approved by the Development Review
Committee. This subsection shall apply to all exterior repairs, remodeling, or
expansions of existing buildings that require a building permit. Major
roadways means all roadways that are classified as a thoroughfare, major/minor
arterial, intermediate arterial or interstate freeway in the Comprehensive Plan.
6. Roof Materials: Roofs that are exposed or an integral part of the building
aesthetics shall be constructed only of commercial grade asphalt shingles,
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wood shingles, standing seam metal, slate, tile, or copper. Flat roofs, which are
generally parallel with the first floor elevation, are not subject to these material
limitations.
7. Materials Standards: All building and roofing materials shall meet current
accepted industry standards, and tolerances, and shall be subject to review and
approval by the Development Review Committee for quality, durability, and
aesthetic appeal. For all new buildings and building exterior renovations, the
applicant shall submit to the City product samples, color building elevations,
and associated drawings which illustrate the construction techniques to be used
in the installation of such materials. Building and roofmg materials not
specifically approved in this Section may be allowed by a Conditional Use
Permit or Planned Unit Development only after it is demonstrated that the
proposed material is equal to or better than approved materials. The long-
range maintenance of the proposed material shall be incorporated as a
condition of the approval and filed on the property.
8. Trash Handling: All trash, recyclable materials, and trash and recyclable
materials handling equipment shall be stored within the principal structure;
totally screened from public view by the principal building; or stored within an
accessory structure constructed of building materials compatible with the
principal structure enclosed by a roof, and readily served through swinging
doors or an overhead door on tracks. Compactors shall be totally screened
from eye level view from public streets and adjacent properties. Existing uses
shall comply with the enclosure requirements listed in this Section within six
(6) months of receiving notice from the City. For the purposes ofthis Section,
"trash" means "mixed municipal solid waste" as defined under Section 7-7-1
of the City Code.
9. Accessory Structures: Garages, accessory structures, screen walls and
exposed areas of retaining walls shall be of a similar type, quality and
appearance as the principal structure.
10. Rooftop Screening: The ground level view of all rooftop equipment and
related piping, ducting, electrical and mechanical utilities shall be painted to
match the building, designed to be compatible with the architectural treatment
of the principal structure or screened by the use of parapet walls. Wood
fencing shall not be used for screening.
B. SPECIAL MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS IN R-2, R-3 AND PRD DISTRICTS:
1. Trash Handling and Recycling: All trash, recyclable materials, and trash and
recyclable materials handling equipment shall be stored within the principal
structure, totally screened from public view by the principal building, or stored
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within an accessory structure constructed of building materials compatible with the
principal structure, enclosed by a roof, and readily served through swinging doors.
Compactors that are attached to the principal structure shall be totally screened
from eye level view from public streets and adjacent properties to a screening wall
constructed of the same building material as the principal structure. Existing uses
shall comply with the enclosure requirements listed in this Section within five (5)
years of receiving notice from the City. For the purposes of this Section, "trash"
means "mixed municipal solid waste" as defined under Section 7-7-1 on the City
Code.
2. On Site Screening: All mechanical equipment, utility meters, storage and service
areas and similar features shall be completely screened from the eye-level view
from adjacent properties and public streets, or designed to be compatible with the
architectural treatment of the principal structure.
3. Building Design and Materials: All buildings shall be designed to accomplish
the goals and policies of the Comprehensive Plan. Building materials shall be
attractive in appearance, durable, and of a quality which is both compatible with
adjacent structures and consistent with the City's standards for the district in which
it is located. All buildings shall be of good aesthetic and architectural quality, as
demonstrated by the inclusion of element such as accent materials, entrance and
window treatments, contrasting colors, irregular building shapes and rooflines, or
other architectural features in the overall architectural concept.
a. Major exterior surfaces on all walls shall be facing brick (glazed or unglazed),
clay facing tile, stone masonry (granite, limestone, marble, slate, sandstone, or
quartzite), finished texture stucco (cement or synthetic), exterior finished wood
siding (painted, stained, or weather-sealed), exterior finished metal siding (not
including sheet metal of any kind), or exterior finished vinyl siding.
b. All building and roofing materials shall meet current accepted industry
standards, and tolerances, and shall be subject to review and approval by the
City for quality, durability, and aesthetic appeal. For all new buildings and
building exterior renovations, the architect shall submit to the City product
samples, color building elevations, and associated drawings which illustrate the
construction techniques to be used in the installation of such materials.
c. If complementary building styles, materials, and color schemes are proposed
for a development, the developer shall submit to the City a plan showing the
distribution of the styles, materials, and colors throughout the development.
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Section 2 - - Effective Date. This ordinance becomes effective from and after its
passage and publication.
Adopted in session of the City Council of the City of Shakopee, Minnesota
held the day of ,2003.
Mayor of the City of Shakopee
ATTEST:
City Clerk
Published in the Shakopee Valley News on the day of ,2003.
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CITY OF SHAKOPEE
Memorandum
CASE NO.:
TO: Shakopee Planning Commission
FROM: R. Michael Leek, Community Development Director
SUBJECT: Proposed text amendments related to building materials and design
MEETING DATE: August 7, 2003
INTRODUCTION:
On July 3rd, the Commission continued this matter with direction to staff to revise the draft
text amendment. Attached is a revised draft with additions underlined and deletions struck
through.
ALTERNATIVES:
1. Recommend to the City Council approval of the text amendment as revised.
2. Recommend to the City Council approval of the text amendment with additional revisions.
3. Recommend to the City Council denial of the proposed text amendment.
4. Continue the public hearing for additional information.
S. Close the public hearing, but table the matter for specific reasons.
ACTION REQUESTED:
Offer and approve a motion recommending approval ofthe proposed text amendment as
revised or with further revisions.
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R. Michael Leek
Community Development Director
ORDINANCE NO. XXX, FOURTH SERIES
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SHAKOPEE, MINNESOTA,
AMENDING CHAPTER 11.60 PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SHAKOPEE, MINNESOTA, ORDAINS:
Section 1 - That City Code Chapter 11, Zoning, Section 11.60, is hereby amended by
deleting everything after Subd. 4. Construction Materials, and adding the language that
follows below.
A. SPECIAL MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND PERFORMANCE
STANDARDS IN ALL BUSINESS DISTRICTS:
1. Building Design and Materials: Building materials shall be attractive in
appearance, have ef a durable finish, and be of an architectural character and
quality that is compatible and harmonious with adjacent structures. All
buildings shall be of good aesthetic and architectural quality so as to maintain
and enhance the property values of neighboring properties, and not adversely
impact the community's public health, safety and general welfare.
a. All new building facades and refaced facades of existing buildings, shall
include a minimum of three of the following elements:
1. Accent materials:
11. A visually pleasing front entry that, in addition to doors, shall have
An area of accented materials a minimum of 150 S.F. around the
door entrance for single occupancy buildings and a minimum of 300
S.F. total for the front of multi-tenant buildings (this area shall be
counted as one element);
111. 25% window coverage on each front that faces a street;
IV. Contrasting, yet complementary material colors;
v. A combination of horizontal and vertical design features;
VI. Irregular building V arying wall depths and shapes;
Vll. Varying roof line, design, or materials;
VllI. Decorative lighting design;
IX. Art or sculptural elements; or
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x. Other unique architectural features in the overall architectural
concept.
2. Accent Materials and Visual Relief: Accent materials shall be wrapped
around walls visible from public view. Painting of materials or walls shall not
be substituted for visual relief, accenting, or a required element. No wall shall
exceed 100 feet in length without visual relief. Visual relief may be defined as
the incorporation of design features such as windows, horizontal and vertical
patterns, contrasting material colors, or varying wall depths.
3. Major Exterior Materials Permitted: Major exterior materials of all walls
including face brick, stone, glass, stucco, synthetic stucco, architectural
concrete and precise panels shall be acceptable as the major exterior wall
surface when they are incorporated into the overall design of the building.
Color impregnated decorative block shall also be allowed as a major exterior
wall material, and shall be required to be sealed. All materials shall be color
impregnated with the exception of allowing architectural concrete precast panel
systems to be painted. Painting shall not be allowed on color impregnated,
major exterior materials. Request for approval of cast in place systems shall be
through a Conditional Use Permit or Planned Unit Deyelopment. If the
architectural precast panel systems are painted, they shall be properly prepared
and maintained regularly to prevent peeling, stripping, shading or any other
form of deterioration or discoloration. Proof of manufacturer's painting
specifications shall be supplied prior to issuance of a building permit. This
paragraph shall also apply to all exterior repairs, remodeling, or expansion of
existing buildings that require a building permit.
4. Major Exterior Materials Prohibited: Unadorned pre-stressed concrete
panels, whether smooth or raked; nondecorative concrete block; sheet metal;
corrugated metal; or unfinished metal (except copper or other metal
specifically engineered for exterior architectural use) shall not be used as
exterior materials. This restriction shall apply to all principal structures and to
all accessory buildings except those accessory buildings not visible from any
property line. No more than 25% of any exterior wall on a building shall be
wood or metal accent material.
5. Building Materials Visible from Major Roadways: Allowable exterior
building materials within public view of majef roadways shall include
architectural precast concrete panels, (excluding raked or plain), stucco,
synthetic stucco, face brick, stone, glass and combination thereof. No more
than 25% of any exterior wall surface on a building shall be wood or metal
when used as an accent material. Stucco or synthetic stucco shall not be
allowed within 24 inches from grade. Color impregnated decorative concrete
block may be an acceptable accent material, if approved by the Development
Rovie'N Committee as part of a Planned Unit Development (PUD) or
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Conditional Use Permit (CUP) approval. This subsection shall apply to all
exterior repairs, remodeling, or expansions of existing buildings that require a
building permit. Majef Roadways means all public roadways, whether local
streets, collector streets, arterial, freeway or other classification. that are
classified as a thoroughfare, major/minor arterial, intermediate arterial or
interstate freeway in the Comprehensive Plan.
6. Roof Materials: Roofs that are exposed or an integral part of the building
aesthetics shall be constructed only of commercial grade asphalt shingles,
wood shingles, standing seam metal, slate, tile, or copper or materials similar
in appearance and performance. Flat roofs, which are generally parallel with
the first floor elevation, are not subject to these material limitations.
7. Materials Standards: All building and roofing materials shall meet current
accepted industry standards, and tolerances, and shall be subject to review and
approval by the Development Review Committee for quality, durability, and
aesthetic appeal. For all new buildings and building exterior renovations, the
applicant shall submit to the City product samples, color building elevations,
and associated drawings which illustrate the construction techniques to be used
in the installation of such materials. Building and roofing materials not
specifically approved in this Section may be allowed by a Conditional Use
Permit or Planned Unit Development only after it is demonstrated that the
proposed material is equal to or better than approved materials. The long-
range maintenance of the proposed material shall be incorporated as a
condition of the approval and filed on the property.
&- Trash Handling: All trash, recyclable materials, and trash and recyclable
materials handling equipment shall be stored within the principal structure;
totally screened from public view by the principal building; or stored within an
accessory structure constructed of building materials compatible with the
principal structure enclosed by a roof, and readily served through swinging
doors or an overhead door on tracks. Compactors shall be totally screened
from eye level view from public streets and adjacent properties. Existing uses
shall comply with the enclosure requirements listed in this Section within six
(6) months of receiving notice from the City. For the purposes of this Section,
"trash" means "mixed municipal solid waste" us defined under Section 7 7 1
of the City Code.
9. Accessory Structures: Garages, accessory structures, screen walls and
exposed areas of retaining walls shall be of a similar type, quality and
appearance as the principal structure.
10. Rooftop Screening: The ground level view of all rooftop equipment and
related piping, ducting, electrical and mechanical utilities shall be painted to
match the building, designed to be compatible with the architectural treatment
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of the principal structure or screened by the use of parapet walls. Wood
fencing shall not be used for screening.
B. SPECIAL MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS IN R-2, R-3 AND PRD DISTRICTS:
1. Building Design and Materials: All buildings shall be designed to
accomplish the goals and policies of the Comprehensive Plan. Building
materials shall be attractive in appearance, durable, and of an architectural
quality which is 00tfl compatible with adjacent structures. and consistent '.yith
the City's standards for the district in ',vhich it is located. All buildings shall be
of good aesthetic and architectural quality, as demonstrated by the inclusion of
at least 3 of the following elements: such as accent materials, entrance and
window treatments, contrasting colors, irregular building shapes and rooflines,
or other architectural fcatures in the oyerall architectural concept.
a. Accent materials:
b. A visually pleasing front entry that. in addition to doors, shall have
c. An area of accenteEl: materials a minimum of 150 S.F. around the door
entrance for single occupancy buildings and a minimum of 300 S.F. total
for the front of multi-tenant buildings (this area shall be counted as one
element):
d. Contrasting, yet complementary material colors:
e. A combination of horizontal and vertical design features;
f. Irregular buildin?: V arying wall depths and shapes:
g. V arying roof line, design, or materials;
h. Decorative lighting design;
1. Art or sculptural elements: or
J. Other unique architectural features in the overall architectural concept.
2. Major Exterior Materials. Major exterior surfaces on all walls shall be
facing brick (glazed or unglazed), clay facing tile, stone masonry (granite,
limestone, marble, slate, sandstone, or quartzite), finished texture stucco
(cement or synthetic), exterior finished wood siding (painted, stained, or
weather-sealed), exterior finished metal siding (not including sheet metal of
any kind), or exterior finished vinyl siding.
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3. Plans and Materials samples. For all new development proiects, buildings and
building exterior renovations, the applicant or architect shall submit to the City
product samples, color building elevations, and associated drawings that
illustrate the construction techniques to be used in the installation of such
materials. If complementary building styles, materials, and color schemes are
proposed for a development, the developer shall submit to the City a plan
showing the distribution of the styles, materials, and colors throughout the
development.
4. Materials Standards: All building and roofing materials shall meet current
accepted industry standards, and tolerances, and shall be subject to review and'
approval by the City for quality, durability, and aesthetic appeal.
~ Trash Handling and Recycling: All trash, recyclable materials, and trash and
recyclable materials handling equipment shall be stored within the principal
structure, totally screened from public view by the principal building, or stored
within an accessory structure constructed of building materials compatible with
the principal structure, enclosed by a roof, and readily served through swinging
doors. Compactors that are attached to the principal structure shall be totally
screened from eye level view from public streets and adjacent properties to a
screening wall constructed of the same building material as the principal
structure. Existing uses shall comply with the enclosure requirements listed in
this Section within five (5) years of receiving notice from the City. For the
parposes ofthis Section, "trash" means "mixed municipal solid waste" as
defined under Section 7 7 1 on the City Code.
6. On Site Screening: All mechanical equipment, utility meters, storage and
service areas and similar features shall be completely screened from the eye-
level view from adjacent properties and public streets, or designed to be
compatible with the architectural treatment ofthe principal structure.
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Section 2 - - Effective Date. This ordinance becomes effective from and after its
passage and publication.
Adopted in session of the City Council of the City of Shakopee, Minnesota
held the day of ,2003.
Mayor of the City of Shakopee
ATTEST:
City Clerk
Published in the Shakopee Valley News on the day of ,2003.
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ORDINANCE NO. 677, FOURTH SERIES
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SHAKOPEE, MINNESOTA,
AMENDING CHAPTER 11.60 PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SHAKOPEE, MINNESOTA, ORDAINS:
Section 1 - That City Code Chapter 11, Zoning, Section 11.60, is hereby amended by
deleting Section 11.60, Subd. 4. Construction Materials, and adding the following:
Subdivision 4. Construction Materials.
A. SPECIAL MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND PERFORMANCE
sTANDARDS IN ALL BUSINESS DISTRICTS:
1. Building Design and Materials: Building materials shall be attractive in
appearance, have ef a durable finish, and be of an architectural character and
quality that is compatible and harmonious with adjacent structures. All
buildings shall be of high architectural quality so as to maintain and enhance
the property values of neighboring properties, and not adversely impact the
community's public health, safety and general welfare.
a. All new building facades and refaced facades of existing buildings, shall
include a minimum of three of the following elements:
1. Accent materials:
11. A front entry that, in addition to doors, shall have
An area of accente4 materials a minimum of 150 S.F. around the
door entrance for single occupancy buildings and a minimum of
300 S.F. total for the front of multi-tenant buildings (this area shall
be counted as one element);
111. 25% window coverage on each front that faces a street;
IV. Contrasting, yet complementary material colors;
v. A combination of horizontal and vertical design features;
VI. Varying wall depths and shapes;
Vll. Varying roof line, design, or materials;
V111. Decorative lighting design;
IX. Art or sculptural elements; or
x. Other unique architectural features in the overall architectural
concept.
2. Accent Materials and Visual Relief: Accent materials shall be wrapped
around walls visible from public view. Painting of materials or walls shall not
be substituted for visual relief, accenting, or a required element. No wall shall
exceed 100 feet in length without visual relief. Visual relief may be defined as
the incorporation of design features such as windows, horizontal and vertical
patterns, contrasting material colors, or varying wall depths.
3. Major Exterior Materials Permitted: Major exterior materials of all walls
including face brick, stone, glass, stucco, synthetic stucco, architectural
concrete and precise panels shall be acceptable as the major exterior wall
surface when they are incorporated into the overall design of the building.
Color impregnated decorative block shall also be allowed as a major exterior
wall material, and shall be required to be sealed. All materials shall be color
impregnated with the exception of allowing architectural concrete precast
panel systems to be painted. Painting shall not be allowed on color
impregnated, major exterior materials. If the architectural precast panel
systems are painted, they shall be properly prepared and maintained regularly
to prevent peeling, stripping, shading or any other form of deterioration or
discoloration. Proof of manufacturer's painting specifications shall be
supplied prior to issuance of a building permit. This paragraph shall also apply
to all exterior repairs, remodeling, or expansion of existing buildings that
require a building permit.
4. Major Exterior Materials Prohibited: Unadorned pre-stressed concrete
panels, whether smooth or raked; nondecorative concrete block; sheet metal;
corrugated metal; or unfinished metal (except copper or other metal
specifically engineered for exterior architectural use) shall not be used as
exterior materials. This restriction shall apply to all principal structures and to
all accessory buildings except those accessory buildings not visible from any
property line. No more than 25% of any exterior wall on a building shall be
wood or metal accent material.
5. Building Materials Visible from l\fajor Roadways: Allowable exterior
building materials within public view of majef roadways shall include
architectural precast concrete panels, (excluding raked or plain), stucco,
synthetic stucco, face brick, stone, glass and combination thereof. No more
than 25% of any exterior wall surface on a building shall be wood or metal
when used as an accent material. Stucco or synthetic stucco shall not be
allowed within 24 inches from grade. Color impregnated decorative concrete
block may be an acceptable accent material, if approved as part of a Planned
Unit Development (PUD) or Conditional Use Permit (CUP) approval. This
subsection shall apply to all exterior repairs, remodeling, or expansions of
existing buildings that require a building permit. Roadways means all public
roadways, whether local streets, collector streets, arterial, freeway or other
classification.
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6. Roof Materials: Roofs that are exposed or an integral part of the building
aesthetics shall be constructed only of commercial grade asphalt shingles,
wood shingles, standing seam metal, slate, tile, or copper or materials similar
in appearance and performance. Flat roofs, which are generally parallel with
the first floor elevation, are not subject to these material limitations.
7. Materials Standards: All building and roofing materials shall meet current
accepted industry standards, and tolerances, and shall be subject to review and
approval by the Development Review Committee for quality, durability, and
aesthetic appeal. For all new buildings and building exterior renovations, the
applicant shall submit to the City product samples, color building elevations,
and associated drawings which illustrate the construction techniques to be used
in the installation of such materials. Building and roofing materials not
specifically approved in this Section may be allowed by a Conditional Use
Permit or Planned Unit Development only after it is demonstrated that the
proposed material is equal to or better than approved materials. The long-
range maintenance of the proposed material shall be incorporated as a
condition of the approval and filed on the property.
8. Trash Handling: All trash, recyclable materials, and trash and recyclable
materials handling equipment shall be stored within the principal structure;
totally screened from public view by the principal building; or stored within an
accessory structure constructed of building materials compatible with the
principal structure enclosed by a roof, and readily served through swinging
doors or an overhead door on tracks. Compactors shall be totally screened
from eye level view from public streets and adjacent properties. Existing uses
shall comply with the enclosure requirements listed in this Section within six
(6) months of receiving notice from the City.
9. Accessory Structures: Garages, accessory structures, screen walls and
exposed areas of retaining walls shall be of a similar type, quality and
appearance as the principal structure.
10. Rooftop Screening: The ground level view of all rooftop equipment and
related piping, ducting, electrical and mechanical utilities shall be painted to
match the building, designed to be compatible with the architectural treatment
of the principal structure or screened by the use of parapet walls. Wood
fencing shall not be used for screening.
B. SPECIAL MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS IN R-2, R-3 AND PRD DISTRICTS:
1. Building Design and Materials: Building materials shall be attractive in
appearance, durable, and of an architectural quality which is 00tft compatible
with adjacent structures. All buildings shall be of good aesthetic and
architectural quality, as demonstrated by the inclusion of at least 3 of the
following elements:
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a. Accent materials:
b. A front entry that, in addition to doors, shall have An area of accenteG
materials a minimum of 150 S.F. around the door entrance for single
occupancy buildings and a minimum of300 S.F. total for the front of multi-
tenant buildings (this area shall be counted as one element);
c. Contrasting, yet complementary material colors;
d. A combination of horizontal and vertical design features;
e. Varying wall depths and shapes;
f. Varying roof line, design, or materials;
g. Decorative lighting design;
h. Art or sculptural elements; or
1. Other unique architectural features in the overall architectural concept.
2. Major Exterior Materials. Major exterior surfaces on all walls shall be facing
brick (glazed or unglazed), clay facing tile, stone masonry (granite, limestone,
marble, slate, sandstone, or quartzite), finished texture stucco (cement or
synthetic), exterior finished wood siding (painted, stained, or weather-sealed),
exterior finished metal siding (not including sheet metal of any kind), or exterior
finished vinyl siding.
3. Plans and Materials samples. For all new development projects, buildings and
building exterior renovations, the applicant or architect shall submit to the City
product samples, color building elevations, and associated drawings that illustrate
the construction techniques to be used in the installation of such materials. If
complementary building styles, materials, and color schemes are proposed for a
development, the developer shall submit to the City a plan showing the
distribution of the styles, materials, and colors throughout the development.
4. Materials Standards: All building and roofing materials shall meet current
accepted industry standards, and tolerances, and shall be subject to review and
approval by the City for quality, durability, and aesthetic appeal.
S. Trash Handling and Recycling: All trash, recyclable materials, and trash and
recyclable materials handling equipment shall be stored within the principal
structure, totally screened from public view by the principal building, or stored
within an accessory structure constructed of building materials compatible with the
principal structure, enclosed by a roof, and readily served through swinging doors.
Compactors that are attached to the principal structure shall be totally screened
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from eye level view from public streets and adjacent properties to a screening wall
constructed of the same building material as the principal structure. Existing uses
shall comply with the enclosure requirements listed in this Section within five (5)
years of receiving notice from the City.
6. On Site Screening: All mechanical equipment, utility meters, storage and service
areas and similar features shall be completely screened from the eye-level view
from adjacent properties and public streets, or designed to be compatible with the
architectural treatment ofthe principal structure.
Section 2 - - Effective Date. This ordinance becomes effective from and after its
passage and publication.
Adopted in session of the City Council of the City of Shakopee, Minnesota
held the day of ,2003.
Mayor of the City of Shakopee
ATTEST:
City Clerk
Published in the Shakopee Valley News on the day of ,2003.
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