ORD 2021-25 Amending the Zoning Ordinance to Define and Regulate Self Storage Uses including SUMMARYORDINANCE NO.: 2021-25
CITY OF OTSEGO
COUNTY OF WRIGHT, MINNESOTA
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE TO DEFINE AND REGULATE SELF STORAGE USES.
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF OTSEGO DOES HEREBY ORDAIN:
Section 1. Section 11-2-2 of the Zoning Ordinance (Definitions) is hereby amended to add the
following definitions:
SELF STORAGE FACILITY: Afacility containing separate and private individual spaces ofvarying sizes leased
or rented only for the storage of personal property where and individual renter or leasee control and
access an individual space via its own access door; the facility may also include ancillary activities such as
a facility office, retail sales of moving supplies, and/or rental of moving vehicles and trailers.
SELF STORAGE FACILITY, INDOOR: A fully enclosed building that is climate controlled containing separate
and private individual spaces of varying sizes leased or rented only for the storage of personal property
where and individual renter or leasee control and access an individual space via its own access door that
is interior to the building and not directly accessed via an exterior door; the facility may also include
ancillary activities such as a facility office, retail sales of moving supplies, and/or rental of moving vehicles
and trailers.
Section 2. Section 11-21-8 of the Zoning Ordinance (Off -Street Parking —Number of Required
Stalls) is hereby amended to add the following provisions:
Commercial/industrial:
Self storage and self storage, interior
No stalls shall be required for the area of individual
facilities
storage areas; 1 stall per 250 square feet of floor area for
office or retail sales to be separate from designated
loading areas.
Section 3. Section 11-78-6.A of the Zoning Ordinance (134 District; Conditional Uses) is hereby
amended to read as follows:
A. Assembly, manufacturing, compounding, machining, packaging, treatment or indoor storage of
products and materials, not including self -storage uses, provided that:
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1. The proposed use complies with the performance standards outlined in chapter 16 of
this title.
2. No outside storage is associated with the use.
Section 4. Section 11-85-2.P of the Zoning Ordinance (I-1 District; Permitted Uses) is hereby
amended to read as follows:
P. Warehousing.
Section 5. Section 11-85-6 of the Zoning Ordinance (I-1 District; Conditional Uses) is hereby
amended to add the following provisions with subsequent sections renumbered accordingly:
H. Self Storage Facilities (Interior), provided that:
1. Architectural Standards:
a. The length of any individual buildings) shall not exceed three hundred (300) feet
between intersecting drive aisles to ensure emergency access.
b. The architectural appearance, scale, and functional plan of the buildings) shall
be complementary and compatible with each other and that all sides of the
structures are to have essentially the same or a coordinated harmonious finish
treatment pursuant to Section 11-174 of this title.
2. Access:
a. The site plan shall illustrate adequate turning radius, including access for
emergency vehicles, using appropriate engineering templates.
b. The minimum width for drive aisles abutting exterior loading areas to the interior
of the building shall be twenty-eight feet (28').
3. Landscaping: At the boundaries of the lot, the following landscape areas in compliance
with section 11-19-2 of this title shall be required:
a. An area of not less than ten feet (10') wide from side or rear lot lines.
b. An area of not less than fifteen feet (15') wide from all public -rights -of -way.
c. Where a lot abuts a residential district, a buffer yard of not less than twenty feet
(20') wide shall be required in compliance with Section 11-19-3 of this title.
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4. Fencing:
a. Fences installed at the perimeter of the site for security Cl"d to restrict
access shall be to the interior of the site from the landscape areas
required by Section 11-85-6.H.3 of this section and shall conform to
Section 11-21-5 of this title.
b. A minimum stacking distance of fifty feet (50') shall be maintained from
a gated entrance to the site from the public right-of-way and shall not
obstruct visibility for vehicles entering the public street, subject to
approval of the city engineer.
5. Outside Storage: No outside storage shall be allowed, except as follows:
a. Areas for outdoor storage shall be clearly indicated on the site plan and
reviewed at the time of application for a conditional use permit.
b. No outdoor storage shall be allowed outside ofthose areas so designated
on the approved site plan without approval of an amended conditional
use permit.
c. The area devoted to outdoor storage shall not exceed thirty (30) percent
of the gross floor area of the principal building(s).
d. All outdoor storage shall be located upon a concrete or asphalt surface
with perimeter concrete curb and shall not encroach into any required
principal building setback, required parking stall, drive aisle, or otherwise
impede site circulation.
e. All outdoor storage shall be screened from abutting residential properties
and the public right-of-way in compliance with Chapter 11-19-3 of this
title.
Section 6. Section 11-86-2.0 of the Zoning Ordinance (I-2 District; Permitted Uses) is hereby
amended to read as follows:
0. Warehousing.
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Section 7. Section 11-86-6 of the Zoning Ordinance (1-2 District; Conditional Uses) is hereby
amended to add the following provisions with subsequent sections renumbered accordingly:
L. Self Storage Facilities and Self Storage Facilities (Interior), provided that:
1. Architectural Standards:
a. The length of any individual buildings) shall not exceed three hundred (300) feet
between intersecting drive aisles to ensure emergency access.
b. The architectural appearance, scale, and functional plan of the buildings) shall
be complementary and compatible with each other and that all sides of the
structures are to have essentially the same or a coordinated harmonious finish
treatment pursuant to Section 11-17-4 of this title.
2. Access:
a. The site plan shall illustrate adequate turning radius, including access for
emergency vehicles, using appropriate engineering templates.
b. The minimum width for drive aisles providing exterior access to individual storage
units shall be twenty-eight feet (28').
3. Landscaping: At the boundaries of the lot, the following landscape areas in compliance
with section 11-19-2 of this title shall be required.
a. An area of not less than ten feet (10') wide from side or rear lot lines.
b. An area of not less than fifteen feet (15') wide from all public -rights -of -way.
c. Where a lot abuts a residential district, a buffer yard of not less than twenty feet
(20') wide shall be required in compliance with section 11-19-3 of this title.
4. Fencing:
a. Fences installed at the perimeter of the site for security and to restrict
access shall be to the interior of the site from the landscape areas
required by Section 11-85-6.H.3 of this section and shall conform to
Section 11-21-5 of this title.
b. A minimum stacking distance of fifty feet (50') shall be maintained from
a gated entrance to the site from the public right-of-way and shall not
obstruct visibility for vehicles entering the public street, subject to
approval of the city engineer.
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5. Outside Storage: No outside storage shall be allowed, except as follows:
a. Areas for outdoor storage shall be clearly indicated on the site plan and
reviewed at the time of application for a conditional use permit.
b. No outdoor storage shall be allowed outside of those areas so designated
on the approved site plan without approval of an amended conditional
use permit.
c. The area devoted to outdoor storage shall not exceed thirty (30) percent
of the gross floor area of the principal building(s).
d. All outdoor storage shall be located upon a concrete or asphalt surface
with perimeter concrete curb and shall not encroach into any required
principal building setback, required parking stall, drive aisle, or otherwise
impede site circulation.
e. All outdoor storage shall be screened from abutting residential properties
and the public right-of-way in compliance with Chapter 1149-3 of this
title.
Section 8. Section 11-87-6 of the Zoning Ordinance (I-3 District; Conditional Uses) is hereby
amended to add the following provisions with subsequent sections renumbered accordingly:
F. Self Storage Facilities and Self Storage Facilities (Interior), provided that:
1. Architectural Standards:
a. The length of any individual buildings) shall not exceed three hundred (300) feet
between intersecting drive aisles to ensure emergency access.
b. The architectural appearance, scale, and functional plan of the buildings) shall
be complementary and compatible with each other and that all sides of the
structures are to have essentially the same or a coordinated harmonious finish
treatment pursuant to Section 1147-4 of this title.
2. Access:
a. The site plan shall illustrate adequate turning radius, including access for
emergency vehicles, using appropriate engineering templates.
b. The minimum width for drive aisles providing exterior access to individual storage
units shall be twenty-eight feet (28').
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3. Landscaping: At the boundaries of the lot, the following landscape areas in compliance
with section 1149-2 of this title shall be required:
a. An area of not less than ten feet (10') wide from side or rear lot lines.
b. An area of not less than fifteen feet (15') wide from all public -rights -of -way.
c. Where a lot abuts a residential district, a buffer yard of not less than twenty feet
(20') wide shall be required in compliance with Section 1149-3 of this title.
4. Fencing:
a. Fences installed at the perimeter of the site for security and to restrict
access shall be to the interior of the site from the landscape areas
required by Section 11-85-6.1-1.3 of this section and shall conform to
Section 11-21-5 of this title.
b. A minimum stacking distance of fifty feet (50') shall be maintained from
a gated entrance to the site from the public right-of-way and shall not
obstruct visibility for vehicles entering the public street, subject to
approval of the city engineer.
5. Outside Storage: No outside storage shall be allowed, except as follows:
a. Areas for outdoor storage shall be clearly indicated on the site plan and
reviewed at the time of application for a conditional use permit.
b. No outdoor storage shall be allowed outside of those areas so designated
on the approved site plan without approval of an amended conditional
use permit.
c. The area devoted to outdoor storage shall not exceed thirty (30) percent
of the gross floor area of the principal building(s).
d. All outdoor storage shall be located upon a concrete or asphalt surface
with perimeter concrete curb and shall not encroach into any required
principal building setback, required parking stall, drive aisle, or otherwise
impede site circulation.
e. All outdoor storage shall be screened from abutting residential properties
and the public right-of-way in compliance with Chapter 11-19-3 of this
title.
Section 9. This Ordinance shall become effective immediately upon its passage and publication.
MOTION BY: ITIOORES
SECOND BY: DAHL
ALL IN FAVOR: STOCKAMP, DARKENWALD, GOEDE, MOORES, DAHL
THOSE OPPOSED: NONE
ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Otsego this 13t" day of December, 2021.
CITY OF OTSEGO
ATf EST:
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Audra Etzel, City Clerk
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SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO.: 2021-25
CITY OF OTSEGO
COUNTY OF WRIGHT, MINNESOTA
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE TO DEFINE AND REGULATE SELF STORAGE USES.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on December 13, 2021, Ordinance 2021-25 was adopted by the
City Council of the City of Otsego, Minnesota.
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the ordinance adopted by the City Council amends Zoning
Ordinance related to the definition and regulation of self storage facilities within the various zoning
districts.
ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Otsego this 13th day of December, 2021.
CITY OF OTSEGO
BY: Jessica L. Stockamp, Mayor
ATTEST: Audra Etzel, City Clerk
Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes 412.191, Subd. 4 and 331A.01, Subd.10, this Ordinance is published in
summary form. Complete copies of the ordinance are available for inspection by contacting the City Clerk,
Otsego City Hall, 13400 90th Street NE, Otsego, Minnesota 55330 during regular office hours.
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CITY OF OTSEGO
COUNTY OF WRIGHT,
MINNESOTA
SUMMARY OF
ORDINANCE NO.: 2021-25 .
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING
THE ZONING ORDINANCE
TO DEFINE AND REGULATE
SELF STORAGE USES,
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN
that on December 13, 2021, Ordi-
nance 2021-25 was adopted by the
City Council of the City of Otsego,
Minnesota.
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN
that the ordinance adopted,by the
City Council amends Zoning Ordi-
Hance related to the definition and
regulation of self storage facilities
within the various zoning districts.
ADOPTED by the City Council
of the City of Otsego this 13th
day of December, 2021. IF
CITY OF OTSEGO
BY: Jessica L Stockamp,
Mayor
ATTEST: Audra Etzel,
City Clerk
Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes
412,191, Subd, 4 and 331A.01,
Subd.10, this Ordinance is pub-
lished in summary form, Complete
copies of the ordinance are avail-
able for inspection by contacting
the City Clerk, Otsego City Hall,
13400 90th Street .NE, Otsego,
Minnesota 55330 during regular
office hours.
Published in the
Star News
December 25, 2021
1191789