Item 4.1 Semi Parking on residential propertiesy
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MINNESOTA OLAOIX
DEPARTMENT INFORMATION
Request for
City Council Action
ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT
REQUESTOR:
MEETING DATE:
Planning
City Planner Licht
8 February 2021
PRESENTER(s)
REVIEWED BY:
ITEM #:
City Planner Licht
City Administrator/Finance Director Flaherty
City Engineer Wagner
4.1— Residential Parking
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AGENDA ITEM DETAILS
RECOMMENDATION:
The Planning Commission recommends that the Zoning Ordinance not be amended to allow for semi -
tractor or semi -tractor trailer parking on residential properties.
ARE YOU SEEKING APPROVAL OF A CONTRACT?
IS A PUBLIC HEARING REQUIRED?
No
Held by Planning Commission 4 January 2021.
BACKGROUND/JUSTIFICATION:
The City Council held a public hearing at their 12 October 2020 meeting regarding assessments of unpaid
code enforcement fines. Residents that had been cited for parking of semi-trucks/trailers upon their single
family residential lot spoke that the City should allow truck drivers to park their vehicles on their
properties. The City Council stayed the assessment of the citations and directed that the Planning
Commission review the issue and provide their recommendations.
The Planning Commission at their meeting on 4 January 2021 conducted a public hearing to consider
allowing semi-tractor/trailer parking on certain residential lots. The property owner involved in the 12
October 2020 City Council meeting was present and provided reasons as to his need to park a semi-
tractor/trailer upon his property and information regarding the specifications and operation of the vehicle.
The Planning Commission closed the public hearing and provided direction to City staff on additional
information to be presented for further discussion. The following paragraphs summarize the information
presented to the Planning Commission.
■ History. The Zoning Ordinance was adopted on 15 July 1991 following incorporation of the City.
The Zoning Ordinance included regulations limiting off-street parking on residential lots to vehicles
with a gross vehicle weight of 12,000 pounds or less.
The Zoning Ordinance was amended on 11 February 2019 to allow parking of licensed and operable
passenger automobiles, vans, and trucks rated as Class 3 (14,000 pounds gross vehicle weight) or
smaller. This change was made in recognition that gross vehicle weight for vehicles often used as
passenger vehicles, primarily heavy-duty pickup trucks, exceeded the previous 12,000 pound limit.
The reference to Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Class 3 vehicles limited parking to those
vehicles with only two axles and two tires per axle.
In response to a number of code enforcement issues involving trade vans and/or pickup trucks with
dual -rear axles and gross vehicle weights greater than 14,000 pounds, the Zoning Ordinance was
amended again on 14 October 2019 to allow for parking of one Class 5 vehicle (two axles, four tires
per axle) up to 19,500 pounds gross vehicle weight. Allowance of these vehicles requires that they
be parked upon a paved surface and setback from property lines the same as the principal
buildings on the lot.
Farms are defined by the Zoning Ordinance as a distinct land use from residential dwellings. Farm
equipment and trucks (including semi-tractor/trailers) are considered incidental to the operation of
the farm business. Farms are not subject to the limitations on residential parking established by
the Zoning Ordinance.
Vehicles licensed as recreational vehicles are also addressed separately by the Zoning Ordinance
from passenger vehicles and heavy-duty trucks regarding off-street parking. Motorhomes, camper
trailers, boats/trailers, and utility trailers are regulated as accessory outdoor storage, based in part
on their less frequent use and trips to/from the property.
Parking of semi tractors and/orsemi-trailers has not ever been allowed upon residentially zoned
property under the Zoning Ordinance in consideration of the following factors:
■ Street Design. Residential areas of Otsego platted outside of the sewer districts mostly utilize a
street section design with 24 foot pavement, gravel shoulders, and ditches for stormwater
drainage. More recent developments like Country Ridge and Heritage Estates have a 32 foot wide
pavement section for the travel lanes and shoulders with asphalt curb; stormwater is still
addressed overland. The weight limit design for these roadways is 7-ton with seasonal weight
restrictions limiting capacity to 5-ton.
The City Engineer prepared turning diagrams showing navigation of 24 foot wide streets by a semi-
tractor/trailer. The semi-tractor/trailer will need to crossover the centerline of the streets in order
to pass through a 90 degree intersection and is likely to drive over at least the shoulder portion of
the right-of-way on the inside corner and outside edge of the turning movement. The edges of the
pavement surface are not protected by concrete curb and can crack and break off. The shoulders
are not designed to accommodate the weight of asemi-tractor/trailer, which may leave ruts.
The City Engineer and Streets Departments do not support allowance of parking for semi -tractors
orsemi-tractor/trailers within residentially zoned subdivisions based on the capacity of the streets
serving these areas. The Planning Commission at their meeting on 1 February 2021 discussed the
potential damage from turning movements by semi-tractor/trailers.
■ Noise. The sound study prepared for the Kwik Trip at TH 101 and CSAH 38 identified that an idling
semi -tractor generates 74 decibels of sound measured at 25 feet from the vehicle. The Minnesota
Pollution Control Agency provides the following diagram illustrating common noise levels based on
decibels, which is an exponential scale:
Sound pressure levels
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(dBA)
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110
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Threshold of hearing
MPCA rules establish limits on noise for residential areas, which are incorporated by reference as
Section 11-16-10 of the Zoning Ordinance, as follows:
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The Llo limit is a sound level occurring for not more than 10 percent of the time during an hour of
measurement and, correspondingly, the Lso limit is a sound level occurring for not more than 50
percent of the time during an hour of measurement. The noise level of an idling semi -tractor at 25
feet from the vehicle exceeds both the daytime and nighttime sound limits for residential areas.
This factor may be insuperable in terms of negative effects to surrounding properties to allow
semi -tractor parking within residential districts. The Planning Commission may also consider if
conditions could feasibly imposed from an enforcement standpoint to off -set the negative sound
impacts.
■ Emissions. Emissions, including pollutants and odors, are often cited complaints regarding semi-
tractorparking. MPCA does establish limits for emissions that are incorporated as Section 11-16-9
of the Zoning Ordinance. However, MPCA notes that vehicle emissions are regulated at the
Federal level by the Environmental Protection Agency and that a single vehicle source is not likely
to cause harm to the extent an additional regulation or limit would be practical. The Planning
Commission may consider the issue generally from the perspective of land use compatibility.
■ Vehicle Classification. FHWA establishes classifications for vehicles based on gross vehicle weight
as well as design. As noted above, the Zoning Ordinance currently allows parking on residentially
zoned lots passenger vehicles Class 3 or smaller and one Class 5 vehicle. The Planning Commission
is being asked to review allowances for parking Class 6 (semi -tractor) and/or Class 8 or 9 (semi-
tractor/trailer) vehicles upon residentially zoned properties.
■ Amendment. At their meeting on 1 February 2021, the Planning Commission reviewed language
amending the Zoning Ordinance addressing the following:
o Process. The current allowance for parking a Class 5 vehicle on residential properties is subject
to administrative review. We recommend that allowance to park Class 6 and/or Class 8 and 9
vehicles be subject to an administrative permit application based on the more expansive
standards outlined in the revised draft ordinance that will limit the number of potential
properties and off -set potential negative impacts.
o Zoning Districts. The current allowance for Class 5 vehicle parking applies to all single family
residential lots regardless of zoning district. Given the dimensions of a semi -tractor and
especially a semi-tractor/trailer, City staff recommends limiting any allowance for parking these
vehicles on single family lots to the A-1, A-2, 114, R-2, and R-3 District. These districts have a
minimum lot area requirement of one acre and minimum width of 150 feet that will ensure
there is adequate space to accommodate the vehicles. The lower density and greater
separation between homes within these districts, compared to those within the sewer districts,
will also mitigate to some extent other impacts such as noise and odors. City staff estimates
there are more than 400 lots within the R-1, R-2, and R-3 Districts that would be eligible for
parking asemi-tractor/trailer under the proposed ordinance amendment.
o Ownership. The draft Zoning Ordinance amendment includes a requirement that the vehicle
must be owned by the property owner to which the administrative permit is issued. The
purpose of the provision is to limit the allowance of semi-tractor/trailer parking to only those
independent operators that do not have an established place of business properly located
within a commercial or industrial zoning district.
o Lot Requirement. To increase the potential separation of a parked semi-tractor/trailer from
adjacent properties, the Planning Commission discussed establishing a minimum lot width
requirement. Increasing the required minimum lot width to more than the 150 feet required
for lots within the A-1, A-2, R-1, R-2, and R-3 District would in theory increase the width of the
side yards upon the lot that the semi-tractor/trailer is to be parked minimizing noise impacts to
adjacent properties. We estimate that there are approximately 400 lots zoned R-1. R-2, or R-3
District that are 200 feet in width or more. A minimum lot requirement of 1.01 acres is also
proposed within the draft ordinance amendment.
o Setbacks. Section 11-21-5 of the Zoning Ordinance requires that off-street parking within
residential districts be setback 5 feet from side property lines. To provide greater separation
from adjacent properties, it is recommended that off-street parking of a semi -tractor or semi-
tractor/trailer be required to be setback 35 feet from side property lines the same as the
principal building.
o Access. The criteria for approval of an administrative permit allows the City Engineer to
review the capacity of the streets accessing the property to determine if they are adequate to
support regular use by a semi -tractor and/or semi-tractor/trailer and may impose conditions
designating travel routes to/from the property and arterial roadways.
o Driveway Width. Section 11-21-6.0 of the Zoning Ordinance limits driveway width within the
public right-of-way to 30 feet. The turning diagrams prepared by the City Engineer illustrate
that backing a semi -tractor trailer into a residential lot is not feasible without multiple
movements and driving off of the paved surface of a 24 foot wide street. An exception would
need to be made to allow a driveway width greater than 30 feet to accommodate backing a
semi-tractor/trailer, which still would require multiple movements.
o Surface. Residential lots are required to provide a driveway surface of asphalt, concrete, or
paver bricks where accessed from a paved street. Many lots within the A-1, A-2, R-11 R-2, and
R-3 Districts do not comply with this standard and exist as legal non -conforming uses. As a
condition of an administrative permit, any new driveway would be required to be paved. City
staff recommends that any legal non -conforming driveway also be required to be paved as a
condition of approval.
o Vehicle Dimensions. The revised draft Zoning Ordinance amendment includes maximum limits
for vehicle width, height, and length. The vehicle width and height limits are consistent with
Federal Highway Administration and State of Minnesota Rules. The proposed limit for vehicle
length of 72 feet for semi/tractor trailers and 26 feet for single unit trucks is less than allowed
by FHWA and the State to minimize the potential wheelbase of a semi-tractor/trailer to a
length able to navigate minimum dimension streets.
o Noise. The performance standards should include a limit on vehicles parked idling upon the
property to comply with MPCA noise rules and minimize compatibility issues with surrounding
properties. The revised draft Zoning Ordinance amendment also prohibits parking of vehicles
or semi-tractor/trailers with refrigeration units.
■ Surrounding Cities. The table below summarizes off-street parking allowances for surrounding
cities.
City
Residential Parking Regulation
Albertville
Parking of passenger vehicles only and no parking of
vehicles greater than 12,00lbs. GVWR.
Big Lake
Passenger automobiles and 1 truck not to exceed
12,000lbs. GVWR and 36ft. in length
Dayton
On lots less than 5ac. no parking of vehicles greater
than 12,000lbs. GVWR and/or 9ft. in height.
Elk River
Tractor/trailer parking allowed only in the R-1A
District on parcels Sac. or larger.
Ramsey
Allowed outside MUSA provided 50 percent
screened at ground level view, limited to side/rear
yard upon an asphalt, concrete, or Class 5 surface.
Rogers
Passenger automobiles and 1 truck not to exceed
12,000lbs. GVWR and 23ft. in length
St. Michael
One commercial vehicle less than 15,000lbs. GVWR,
not longer than 24ft., and less than 9ft. in height.
The Planning Commission discussed the compatibility of semi-tractor/trailer parking on residential lots.
Their concern was to maximize the distance of the parked vehicle from adjacent properties by requiring a
lot area greater than one acre, lot width greater than 200 feet and an increased setback from interior lot
lines. The Planning Commission also considered allowing for semi -tractor parking only. The Planning
Commission discussion however focused on potential damage to pubic streets especially from loaded semi-
tractor/trailers. The consensus of the Planning Commission is that based on these factors, particularly the
recommendation of the City Engineer, they do not recommend amending the Zoning Ordinance to allow
for parking of semi -tractors or semi -tractor trailers.
SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS ATTACHED:
■ FHWA Vehicle Classcations
■ Semi-tractor/trailer turning diagrams
■ Planning Commission minutes of 4 January 2021
■ Draft Planning Commission minutes of 1 February 2021
■ Ordinance 2021-04 (with changes)
■ Ordinance 2021-04 (clean)
■ Summary of Ordinance 2021-04 (for publication)
■ Zoning Map showing potential 114, 11-2, 11-3 District lots meeting requirements to park semi-
tractor/trailers
POSSIBLE MOTIONS
PLEASE WORD MOTION AS YOU WOULD LIKE IT TO APPEAR IN THE MINUTES:
Motion to adopt Ordinance 2021-04 amending the Zoning Ordinance regarding residential off-street
parking.
Motion to direct the Planning Commission to reconsider the proposed amendment with specific direction
as to issues to be considered further.
Take no action.
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OTSEGO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
OTSEGO CITY HALL
January 4, 2021
7:00 PM
Call to Order.
Chair Offerman called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.
Roll Call: Chair Alan Offerman; Commissioners: Charles Foster, Jim Kolles, David
Thompson; Present via teleconference: Aaron Stritesky at 7:04, Vern Heidner, Richard
Nichols; Absent: Commissioners: Pam Black; Present: City Council: CM Tom
Darkenwald (via teleconference) and Mayor Jessica Stockamp. City Staff. City Planner
Daniel Licht and Deputy Clerk Bethany Benting.
1. Announcements:
City Planner Licht stated that some Commissioners are participating via teleconference
in accordance with Minnesota Statute 13D.015.
2. Consider the following minutes:
2.1 Planning Commission December 7, 2020.
Commissioner Heidner motioned to approve the minutes as amended.
Seconded by Commissioner Foster, Roll Call: Those for; On rman, Foster,
Heidner, Thompson, Kolles, Nichols. Those opposed; None. Motion carried.
5-0
Commissioner Stritesky joined the meeting via teleconference at 7:04.
3. Public Hearing Items:
3.1 City of Otsego:
A. Amendment of the Zoning Ordinance to allow parking of semi-
tractor/trailers upon residential properties within certain Zoning
Districts and related provisions.
City Planner Licht presented the Planning Report.
Chair Offerman opened the Public Hearing at 7:14 PM.
Michael Reischl, 14754 89th Street NE, explained he parks his semi-tractor/trailer at his
house as he is responsible for the load on the truck. The truck is a new truck, which is
not loud at all and he doesn't run it all night. Mr. Reischl explained he has been driving
truck for a long time. He also said that he needs to be able to park it at his house so it
can be worked on during the weekends. Mr. Reischl stated that it's no different than a
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firetrUCk or a garbage truck on the street. He said he has been living here for 35 years
and needs to make a living.
City Planner Licht asked if when he brings the truck home it is within a 7-ton weight per
We? Mr. Reischl replied yes.
CM Darkenwald asked for clarification on what type of truck Mr. Reischl drives and what
the zoning of his property is. Mr. Reischl responded his truck is a 2016 Peterbilt with a
48400t trailer, which is a class 8. City Planner Licht stated his property is zoned for R-3
district.
Randy Hermann, 14282 91St Street NE, supported Mr. Reischl request. Mr. Herman also
stated that he wants the Commissioners to approved the 20400t height for detached
accessory buildings. City Planner Licht explained the detached garages are proposed for
the 20400t garage height, not attached garages that are subject to height limits for the
house.
Chair Offerman closed the Public Hearing at 7:36 PM.
Commissioner Offerman asked City Planner Licht to review the Zoning Map as to how
many properties would be affected by the proposed amendment. City Planner Licht
explained the location of properties zoned A1, A21 R1, R2, and R3 District.
Commissioner Heidner said this situation work for this resident, but the Planning
Commission has to keep in mind that this proposed change will apply to properties
across the City.
City Planner Licht asked Mr. Reischl how long his truck and trailer Mr. Reischl said its
about 71 feet.
Chair Offerman asked for clarification that the City does code enforcement on a
complaint basis. City Planner Licht confirmed. Chair Offerman said to Mr. Reischl that
the Commissioners takes what he says to heart, but must also consider the residents
that have addressed concerns about these situations too.
Commissioner Foster asked if Mr. Reischl truck is driven home loaded or unloaded? Mr.
Reischl said 90 percent of the time it isn't loaded. Mr. Reischl said even if it is loaded,
the truck would comply with the 7-ton weight limit.
CM Darkenwald asked for information about what makes Mr. Reischl more quiet than
older trucks. Mr. Reischl said he has an exhaust system with a muffler system to
comply with current Federal emissions regulations.
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Commissioner Nichols asked now many situations like Mr. Reischl with trucks parked on
residential lots overnights are there in Otsego. City Planner Licht estimated it is about a
dozen in the zoning districts being discussed.
Commissioner Thompson said the proposed amendment would be opening it up to
almost all one -acre lot. Chair Offerman said if the proposed amendment is approved
that someone could be driving and parking on their property every day.
Commissioner Foster asked about the R zoning and the A zoning. City Planner Licht
said Mr. Reischl's property is zoned R3 District located south of CSAH 39 and east of
)dean Avenue.
Commissioner Nichols said consideration should be given to allowing only on larger
parcels verses one acre lots.
City Planner Licht suggested increasing the proposed setback from side lot lines.
Chair Offerman asked about the interim use permit process. City Planner Licht
explained the process and said that the Planning Commission may consider an
administrative permit with very specific performance standards.
Commissioner Thompson said he was in favor of tabling the issue for further discussion.
Commissioner Stritesky suggested a minimum lot width standard. City Planner Licht
said staff could look at now many properties would qualify if there was a minimum
requirement for a 200400t lot width. City Planner Licht also suggested limiting the
length of the tractor trailer and height of the trailer.
Commissioner Heidner asked if the Planning Commission could deal with the accessory
buildings changes now and discuss the semi-tractor/trailer parking further at a future
meeting. City Planner Licht said the Planning Commission could make a
recommendation on Section 1, 2 and 4 of the draft ordinances. Chair Offerman
suggested discussing both the parking and accessory buildings together at a later time.
Commissioner Heidner motioned to table this discussion to a future Planning
Commission meeting. Seconded by Commissioner Stritesky. Roll Call: Those
for; Offerman, Foster, Heidner, Thompson, Kolles, Nichols, Stritesky. Those
opposed; None. Motion carried. 7-O
4. Other planning items:
4.1 City of Otsego:
A Multiple Family Housing Study implementation.
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City Planner Licht presented the Planning Report.
Chair Offerman wanted clarification about the policy limiting the number of apartment
units. City Planner Licht explained that the current number of apartments is over 100/0
and the Planning Commission and City Council may delay approval of another
apartment until more single-family homes are built.
Commissioner Thompson asked if the number of houses is based on building permits or
certificates of occupancy. City Planner Licht said that the count of dwelling units would
be based on building permit data.
Commissioner Foster pointed out a correction within the draft ordinance regarding the
minimum lot area per unit requirement for the M4 District,
Commissioner Nichols motioned to notice a public hearing to consider
amendments to the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Ordinance to implement
the Multiple Family Housing study. Seconded by Commissioner Thompson.
Roll Call: Those for, Offerman, Foster, Heidner, Thompson, Kolles, Nichols,
Stritesky. Those opposed; None. Motion carried. 7-0
5. Update on City Council actions.
CM Darkenwald updated the Planning Commission on recent City Council actions.
6 Update on future Planning Commission Agenda items.
City Planner Licht updated the commissioners on possible future agenda items.
7. Adjourn.
Commissioner Foster motioned to adjourn. Seconded by Commissioner
Kolles. Roll Call: Those for; Offerman, Foster, Heidner, Thompson, Kolles,
Nichols, Stritesky. Those opposed; None. Motion carried. 7-0
Adjourned at �8138 PM.
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Commissioner Thompson wanted clarification about the height limit for semi tractors
and trailers. City Planner Licht clarified. Commissioner Thompson also wanted more
information about where a resident would need to park the tractor -trailer. City Planner
Licht explained the proposed ordinance.
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Commissioners discussed more options regarding lot area, lot width and setbacks, but
came to conclusion that bigger lots would need to be considered in order to keep
residents hapW f they passed this ordinance. Chair Offerman and Commissioner
Stritesky b they would feel better if the ordinance restricted the parking to the
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Chair Offerman suggested before moving any further with the accessory building
discussion that the Commissioners should make a decision about the tractor-trai
parking. Chair Offerman stated there are about 2 dozen that are in violation
code but just haven't been complained about. He knows it is hard to acco ;
everyone.
Chair Offerman said he is leaning towards requiring a 3 to 5-acre lot
ordinance. Commissioner Stritesky agreed.
Chair Offerman allowed comments from the public at 7:31 PM.
Randy Hermann, 14282 91st ST NE, said he is in favor of the accessory building
changes, stating he would rather have one building rather than two.
said
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Commissioner Heidner explained that 20 to 25 years ago there were problems with
garages bein uch larger than the houses, but he would be open to changing it now.
Comm' a 'tesky made a motion for approval on section 1-4.
Sec by Co 'ssioner Heidner. Roll Call: Those for; Offerman, Kolles,
H r, Thomps tritesky, Black, Nichols. Those opposed; None. Motion
ed. 7-0
missioner Koll s con about allowing asemi-tractor and trailer. He said he
truck an fined railer is about 70 to 80 thousand pounds and the
da n ca pav t. Commissioner Kolles said he doesn't have a
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Commissioner Thompson motioned to recori�fend the Cit�6uncil not
amend the Zoning Ordinance to allow for parking of semi-tractor-traile
within residential districts based on a finding that the request is incon
with the policies of the Comprehensive Plan and intent of the Zonin
Ordinance in considering the recommendation the City Engineer r
the potential negative impact to City streets. Seconded by Com rn
Stritesky. Roll Call: Those for; Offerman, Kolles, Heidner, Th on,
Stritesky, Black, Nichols. Those opposed; None. Motion car . 7-0
Next meeting for City Council is February 8, 2021.
4. Update on City Council actions.
CM Darkenwald updated the Planning Commission on recent City Council actions.
Minutes of the Otsego Planning Commission
February 1, 2021
Page 4
5. Update on future Planning Commission Agenda items.
City Planner Licht updated the commissioners on possible future agenda items.
sky motioned to adjourn. Seconded by Commissioner
ose for; Offerman, Kolles, Heidner, Thompson, Stritesky,
opposed; None. Motion carried. 7-O
ORDINANCE NO.: 2021-04
CITY OF OTSEGO
COUNTY OF WRIGHTI MINNESOTA
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CITY CODE REGARDING OFF-STREET PARKING FOR RESIDENTIAL
USES.
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF OTSEGO DOES HEREBY ORDAIN:
Section 1. Section 11-21-4.E.2 of the Zoning Ordinance (Off -Street Parking) is hereby amended
to read as follows:
'At
that.
zened. previded
E)LAiId!Rg7S:
2. Additional
parking
accessory
to a residential
use
upon
a
single
family
lot
by approval
of
an administrative
permit in
accordance with
chapter
8
of
this
title:
a. One
(1)
Class
5 vehicle
shall
be allowed
provided
that
the
gross vehicle
weight
not to exceed nineteen thousand five hundred (19.5001 pounds. provided that:
11 The vehicle shall be parked within:
al An accessory structure. or
bl A front yard, or
(cI A side or rear yard subject to the setbacks required for principal
buildings.
(21 The vehicle shall be parked upon and/or accessed via a driveway to a
public street that is surfaced in compliance with Section 11-21-7.0 of
this title.
(31
The
vehicle
shall
not
encroach into the
traffic
visibility
triangle
required
at the intersection of
two public streets
by section 11-16-4
of
this
title.
(41 The vehicle shall not obstruct the public sidewalk. boulevard. or street.
(51 The vehicle shall not be parked upon any public street orright-of-way.
b. Within A-1. A-2. R-1. R-2. and R-3 Districts. one (11 Class 6. Class 8. or Class 9
vehicle with a gross vehicle weight limited to not more than seven (71 tons per
axle per shall be allowed, provided that:
(11 Vehicle:
(al The vehicle shall be a model year 2014 or newer.
(bl The vehicle shall be owned or leased by the property owner.
cl Maximum dimensions:
(il Height: Thirteen and one-half feet (13.5')
(ii) Width: Eight and one-half feet (8.5'1
Length (single unit): Twenty-six feet (26'1
(ivl Length (tractor/trailer): Seventy-two feet 172'1
dl
The
property
owner
shall
provide
documentation
of
the
vehicle
axle
weight
or gross
vehicle
weight as applicable.
(el Vehicles or trailers equipped with refrigeration units shall be
prohibited.
21 Minimum lot requirements:
al The area of the lot shall be greater than one (11 acre.
2
bl The width of the lot shall be greater than two hundred feet
200' .
(31 The vehicle shall be parked not closer than thirty feet (30') from a side
or rear lot line.
41 The vehicle shall be parked within:
a) An accessory structure. or
(b) Aside or rear yard subiect to the setbacks reauired for principal
buildings.
(5)
The
driving
route between
the
property
and
a major collector
or arterial
street shall
be subject to approval
by
the City
Engineer.
(61 The property shall have an access to a public street that complies with
Section 11-21-6 of this title, unless the City Engineer determines that a
wider driveway is required for circulation to/from the property.
(71 The vehicle shall be parked upon and/or accessed via a driveway to a
public street that is surfaced in compliance with Section 11-21-7.0 of
this title.
(81
The
vehicle
shall
not
encroach
into the
traffic visibility
triangle
reauired
at the intersection of
two public streets
by section 11-16-4 of
this
title.
(9)
The
vehicle
shall
not be parked
idling
upon
the
property
for a period
longer
than
six (61
minutes
during
any
one
(11
hour
period.
(101 The vehicle shall not obstruct the public sidewalk, boulevard, or street.
(111 The vehicle shall not be parked upon any public street or right-of-way.
Section 2. This Ordinance shall become effective immediately upon its passage and publication.
MOTION BY:
SECOND BY:
ALL IN FAVOR:
THOSE OPPOSED:
ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Otsego this 8t" day of February 2021.
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CITY OF OTSEGO
BY:
Jessica L. Stockamp, Mayor
ATTEST:
Audra Etzel, City Clerk
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ORDINANCE NO.: 2021-04
CITY OF OTSEGO
COUNTY OF WRIGHTI MINNESOTA
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CITY CODE REGARDING OFF-STREET PARKING FOR RESIDENTIAL
USES.
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF OTSEGO DOES HEREBY ORDAIN:
Section 1. Section 11-21-4.E.2 of the Zoning Ordinance (Off -Street Parking) is hereby amended
to read as follows:
2. Additional parking accessory to a residential use upon a single family lot by approval of
an administrative permit in accordance with chapter 8 of this title:
a. One (1) Class 5 vehicle shall be allowed provided that the gross vehicle weight
not to exceed nineteen thousand five hundred (19,500) pounds, provided that:
(1) The vehicle shall be parked within:
(a) An accessory structure, or
(b) A front yard, or
(c) Aside or rear yard subject to the setbacks required for principal
buildings.
(2) The vehicle shall be parked upon and/or accessed via a driveway to a
public street that is surfaced in compliance with Section 11-21-7.0 of
this title.
(3) The vehicle shall not encroach into the traffic visibility triangle required
at the intersection of two public streets by section 11-16-4 of this title.
(4) The vehicle shall not obstruct the public sidewalk, boulevard, or street.
(5) The vehicle shall not be parked upon any public street or right-of-way.
b. Within A-1, A-21 R-1, R-2, and R-3 Districts, one (1) Class 6, Class 8, or Class 9
vehicle with a gross vehicle weight limited to not more than seven (7) tons per
axle per shall be allowed, provided that:
(1) Vehicle:
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(a) The vehicle shall be a model year 2014 or newer.
(b) The vehicle shall be owned or leased by the property owner.
(c) Maximum dimensions:
(i) Height: Thirteen and one-half feet (13.5')
(ii) Width: Eight and one-half feet (8.5')
(iii) Length (single unit): Twenty-six feet (26')
(iv) Length (tractor/trailer): Seventy-two feet (72')
(d) The property owner shall provide documentation of the vehicle
axle weight or gross vehicle weight as applicable.
(e) Vehicles or trailers equipped with refrigeration units shall be
prohibited.
(2) Minimum lot requirements:
(a) The area of the lot shall be greater than one (1) acre.
(b) The width of the lot shall be greater than two hundred feet
(200).
(3) The vehicle shall be parked not closer than thirty feet (30') from a side
or rear lot line.
(4) The vehicle shall be parked within:
(a) An accessory structure, or
(b) Aside or rear yard subject to the setbacks required for principal
buildings.
(5) The driving route between the property and a major collector or arterial
street shall be subject to approval by the City Engineer.
(6) The property shall have an access to a public street that complies with
Section 11-21-6 of this title, unless the City Engineer determines that a
wider driveway is required for circulation to/from the property.
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(7) The vehicle shall be parked upon and/or accessed via a driveway to a
public street that is surfaced in compliance with Section 11-21-7.0 of
this title.
(8) The vehicle shall not encroach into the traffic visty triangle required
at the intersection of two public streets by section 11-16-4 of this title.
(9) The vehicle shall not be parked idling upon the property for a period
longer than six (6) minutes during any one (1) hour period.
(10) The vehicle shall not obstruct the public sidewalk, boulevard, or street.
(11) The vehicle shall not be parked upon any public street or right-of-way.
Section 2. This Ordinance shall become effective immediately upon its passage and publication.
MOTION BY:
SECOND BY.
ALL IN FAVOR:
THOSE OPPOSED.
ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Otsego this 8th day of February 2021.
CITY OF OTSEGO
BY:
Jessica L. Stockamp1 Mayor
ATTEST:
Audra Etzel, City Clerk
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SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO.: 2021-04
CITY OF OTSEGO
COUNTY OF WRIGHT, MINNESOTA
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CITY CODE REGARDING OFF-STREET PARKING FOR RESIDENTIAL
USES.
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF OTSEGO DOES HEREBY ORDAIN:
Section 1. Section 11-21-4.E.2 of the Zoning Ordinance is hereby amended to make provision
for off-street parking of Class 6, 8, and 9 vehicles on residential lots within the Al, A2, R1, R2, and R3
Districts.
Section 2. This Ordinance shall become effective immediately upon its passage and publication.
MOTION BY:
SECOND BY:
ALL IN FAVOR:
THOSE OPPOSED:
ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Otsego this 8th day of February 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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