HomeMy WebLinkAbout08-09-23 PC AgendaAPPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
June 7, 2023 Planning Commission Regular Meeting
06 -07 -23 PC MINUTES.PDF
PLANNING CASES
Planning Case 23 -013 –Zoning Code Amendment To Chapter 13, Section
1325.05, Design Standards –Fences (Public Hearing Required)
MEMO.PDF
ATTACHMENT A.PDF
Planning Case 23 -014 –Zoning Code Amendment To Chapter 13, Section
1325.02, Accessory Uses –Lower -Potency Hemp Edible Sales (Public Hearing
Required)
MEMO.PDF
ATTACHMENT A.PDF
ATTACHMENT B.PDF
ATTACHMENT C.PDF
ATTACHMENT D.PDF
UNFINISHED AND NEW BUSINESS
COMMENTS AND REPORTS
Report From The City Council
Planning Commission Comments
ADJOURNMENT
ADJOURN
A quorum of the City Council may be
present at this meeting.
Chair:
Paul Vijums
Commissioners:
Jonathan
Wicklund
Kurt Weber
Arlene Mitchell
Joshua Collins
Shelley Blilie
Brad Bjorklund
Clayton
Zimmerman (Alt)
Steven Jones
(Alt)
Council Liaison:
Emily Rousseau
Planning Commission
August 9, 2023
6:30 p.m.
City Hall
Address:
1245 W Highway 96
Arden Hills MN 55112
Phone:
651 -792 -7800
Website :
www.cityofardenhills.org
City Vision
Arden Hills is a strong community that values its unique environmental setting,
strong residential neighborhoods, vital business community, well -maintained
infrastructure, fiscal soundness, and our long -standing tradition as a desirable
City in which to live, work, and play.
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APPROVAL OF THE AGENDAAPPROVAL OF MINUTESJune 7, 2023 Planning Commission Regular Meeting06-07 -23 PC MINUTES.PDFPLANNING CASESPlanning Case 23 -013 –Zoning Code Amendment To Chapter 13, Section 1325.05, Design Standards –Fences (Public Hearing Required)MEMO.PDF
ATTACHMENT A.PDF
Planning Case 23 -014 –Zoning Code Amendment To Chapter 13, Section
1325.02, Accessory Uses –Lower -Potency Hemp Edible Sales (Public Hearing
Required)
MEMO.PDF
ATTACHMENT A.PDF
ATTACHMENT B.PDF
ATTACHMENT C.PDF
ATTACHMENT D.PDF
UNFINISHED AND NEW BUSINESS
COMMENTS AND REPORTS
Report From The City Council
Planning Commission Comments
ADJOURNMENT
ADJOURN
A quorum of the City Council may be
present at this meeting.
Chair:Paul VijumsCommissioners:Jonathan WicklundKurt WeberArlene MitchellJoshua CollinsShelley BlilieBrad BjorklundClayton Zimmerman (Alt)Steven Jones (Alt)Council Liaison:Emily Rousseau Planning Commission August 9, 2023 6:30 p.m. City Hall Address:1245 W Highway 96Arden Hills MN 55112Phone:651 -792 -7800Website:www.cityofardenhills.orgCity VisionArden Hills is a strong community that values its unique environmental setting,strong residential neighborhoods, vital business community, well -maintained infrastructure, fiscal soundness, and our long -standing tradition as a desirableCity in which to live, work, and play.This meeting can be accessed remotely by joining via ZoomTo join the Zoom meeting, click this link (or copy and paste it into a new browser): https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85126662389This meeting will be streamed live on local Cable Channel 16 and available for playback on our website AgendaCALL TO ORDER1.2.2.A.Documents:3.3.A.Documents:
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Approved: August 9, 2023
CITY OF ARDEN HILLS, MINNESOTA
PLANNING COMMISSION
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 7, 2023
6:30 P.M. - ARDEN HILLS CITY HALL
CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, Chair Paul Vijums called to order the regular Planning
Commission meeting at 6:30 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Present were: Chair Paul Vijums, Commissioners Brad Bjorklund, Shelley Blilie, Joshua Collins,
Arlene Mitchell, Kurtis Weber, and Jonathan Wicklund.
Absent: None.
Also present were: Community Development Director Jessica Jagoe, Senior Planner Elena
Fransen and Councilmember Emily Rousseau.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA – JUNE 7, 2023
Commissioner Blilie moved, seconded by Commissioner Wicklund, to approve the June 7,
2023, agenda as presented. The motion carried unanimously (7-0).
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
May 3, 2023 – Planning Commission Regular Meeting
Commissioner Blilie moved, seconded by Commissioner Weber, to approve the May 3,
2023, Planning Commission Regular Meeting as presented. The motion carried
unanimously (7-0).
PLANNING CASES
A. Planning Case 23-010; 4001 Lexington Avenue North – Site Plan Review – Public
Hearing Not Required
Community Development Director Jagoe stated the Applicant has submitted a land use
application for a Site Plan Review, seeking flexibility on the number and size of freestanding
monument signs allowed for the Subject Property. New Horizon Academy is located within
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Building C on the Land O’Lakes corporate campus. The campus consists of 47 acres that is
developed with three buildings and two parking lots. The Subject Property has road frontage
along County Road F West and Lexington Avenue. As part of the headquarter campus expansion
in 2018, Land O’Lakes began partnering with New Horizon Academy to provide onsite childcare
to their employees. Since 2020, New Horizon Academy has seen a decline in enrollment with
many campus employees continuing to work full-time from home. As a result, the two parties
have agreed to allow for open enrollment of childcare services to non-employees.
Community Development Director Jagoe reported the Applicant is seeking flexibility to install
an additional single-tenant freestanding sign along Lexington Avenue in order to advertise their
childcare facility to the community. As part of this application, the existing monument sign along
County Road F will be refaced to include the New Horizon Academy name and updated Land
O’Lakes logo. No other changes are proposed to existing signage that was approved in 2018 as
part of the Master Sign Plan.
Community Development Director Jagoe reviewed the site data, surrounding area, the Plan
Evaluation and provided the Findings of Fact for review:
1. The Subject Property is located in the I-1 Zoning District and is guided as Light Industrial
and Office in the Land Use Plan.
2. In Sign District 6, one additional freestanding sign is permitted up to 22.5 square feet in
area and 12 feet in height for properties that front more than one public street.
3. In 2018, the Subject Property was approved a sign standard adjustment for the permitted
size of the freestanding monument and auxiliary signs as part of a Master Sign Plan
through the Site Plan Review process.
4. The Applicant has submitted an application for Site Plan Review to allow a third
freestanding sign for the Subject Property which would be the second freestanding sign
located along the east property line adjacent to Lexington Avenue.
5. Sign Standard Adjustments to the requirements and standards for the height, number,
type, lighting, area, and/or location of a sign or signs established by this Chapter may be
approved with a Site Plan Review or a Planned Unit Development process as described
for in Section 1320 and 1355 of the Zoning Code.
6. Flexibility through the Site Plan Review process has been requested for the number and
size of freestanding signs allowed on the Subject Property.
7. The proposed additional freestanding monument sign would be consistent with the size
and design of the existing signage approved as part of the Master Sign Plan for the
Subject Property.
8. The proposed signage plan does not conflict with the general purpose and intent of the I-1
Zoning District or the Comprehensive Development Plan for the City.
9. The application is not anticipated to create a negative impact on the immediate area or the
community as a whole.
10. The proposed plan will not produce any permanent noise, odors, vibration, smoke, dust,
air pollution, heat, liquid, or solid waste, and other nuisance characteristics.
11. A public hearing is not required for Site Plan Review.
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Community Development Director Jagoe reviewed the options available to the Planning
Commission for Planning Case 23-010 for Site Plan Review of a sign standard adjustment at
4001 Lexington Avenue N.:
1. Recommend Approval with Conditions
1) That the project shall be completed in accordance with the plans submitted. Any
significant changes to these plans, as determined by the Community Development
Director, shall require review and approval by the Planning Commission and City
Council.
2) A separate sign permit shall be required for all proposed signage.
3) All signage shall meet all other requirements of Sign District 6.
4) All freestanding signs shall be externally illuminated in accordance with the Master
Sign Plan.
5) Prior to issuance of a sign permit for the New Horizon Academy freestanding
monument sign, the Applicant shall stake the location of the proposed new sign adjacent
to Lexington Avenue. Planning staff shall approve the location meets the minimum
setback of 5 feet from any property line prior to installation.
2. Recommend Approval as Submitted
3. Recommend Denial
4. Table
Chair Vijums opened the floor to Commissioner comments.
Commissioner Weber asked if the sign would be located in Ramsey County right of way.
Community Development Director Jagoe stated the sign would not be within the Ramsey
County right of way and the sign code requires a five foot setback as measured from the property
line for freestanding signs.
Commissioner Weber questioned why this sign was located between County Road F and the
eastern entrance. He suggested the sign be placed at the south side of the eastern entrance.
Community Development Director Jagoe reported the sign designer was in attendance and
could address this comment.
Craig Heitzmann, Electro Signs, explained the proposed sign location provided the greatest
visibility for traffic going north on Lexington Avenue and did not crowd the existing sign. He
reported other sign locations were considered but would require the removal of trees and this was
not allowed per City Code.
Marcia Droege, Land O’Lakes representative, indicated she has had long discussions about the
size and location of the sign. She reported if the sign were larger a second adjustment would be
required. She stated the current monument sign was lower than the New Horizon sign, which
would create good visibility for both north and southbound traffic traveling along Lexington
Avenue.
Chair Vijums asked how far apart the two monument signs would be.
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Community Development Director Jagoe stated the two monument signs would be 244 feet
apart.
Commissioner Weber questioned if any other items had to be considered given the fact a second
use would be added to the Land O’Lakes campus.
Community Development Director Jagoe explained a child care facility was a permitted use
for this zoning district. She commented she did not see any conflict with the Master PUD or land
use.
Commissioner Bjorklund questioned why this could not be counted as a third sign.
Community Development Director Jagoe reported under the Master PUD only two monument
signs were allowed, along with four auxiliary signs. She indicated there was no way to approve a
third monument sign administratively.
Commissioner Mitchell stated she supported the proposed site plan review.
Chair Vijums inquired if this sign would be externally illuminated.
Community Development Director Jagoe indicated the 2018 approval allowed the applicant to
have externally illuminated signs. She noted as proposed, the monument sign would be non-
illuminated.
Chair Vijums commented he was not opposed to the sign, but he feared the visibility would be
difficult at the proposed location.
Commissioner Wicklund moved and Commissioner Weber seconded a motion to
recommend approval of Planning Case 23-010 for a Site Plan Review at 4001 Lexington
Avenue North based on the findings of fact and the submitted plans, as amended by the
conditions in the June 7, 2023, report to the Planning Commission. The motion carried
unanimously (7-0).
B. Planning Case 23-011; Zoning Code Amendment to Chapter 13 to TCAAP
Redevelopment Code in The Campus Commercial Zoning District – Public Hearing
Community Development Director Jagoe stated in November 2012, the City Council approved
a Joint Powers Agreement (JPA) with Ramsey County which establishes a partnership between
the City of Arden Hills and Ramsey County with the goal of the remediation and redevelopment
of the 427-acre Twin Cities Army Ammunition Plant (TCAAP) site. Under the JPA, the City and
County created a Joint Development Authority (JDA) that is the joint governing entity of the
TCAAP site as allowed by the Joint Powers Act and MN State Laws. The JDA is the authority
responsible for, but not limited to, environmental remediation, elimination of blight,
infrastructure construction and financing, comprehensive planning and zoning, and economic
development and redevelopment. The JDA Board is comprised of two County Commissioners,
two City Councilmembers, and an additional non-elected City appointee as the Chair. Key points
of the JPA are as follows:
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• The County will purchase the site from the U.S. Government and will work with
Bolander and Sons to remediate the site to a residential standard including the demolition
of remaining buildings. – Completed
• The City will prepare an AUAR and Master Plan. The Master Plan will be approved by
both the City and the County and will be implemented by the JDA. – Completed
• The City and County are responsible for installing their respective public infrastructure as
outlined by the JPA. TBD
Community Development Director Jagoe reported between 2013 – 2016, the City facilitated
the process of developing the Master Plan for the TCAAP site, which as noted above was the
responsibility of the City under the JPA. Planning elements of the Master Plan included defining
the public engagement process, land use, circulation and movement, utilities, environmental
remediation, parks and open space, implementation plan, and a regulatory plan. In 2016, the City
adopted the TRC, Section 1380 of the zoning code which includes the regulating plan, land use
table, design standards, and other regulations related to land development that are specific to the
TCAAP site. The proposed 427-acre redevelopment referred to as Rice Creek Commons will
include:
• Retail, office and light industrial development
• A town center
• Well-defined neighborhoods with architectural diversity
• A wide variety of housing options to serve young professionals, empty nesters, and
seniors
• Abundant parks and open space
• Trails that provide for convenient and safe pedestrian access to commercial areas and
other site amenities
Community Development Director Jagoe stated in addition, this document also includes a
development flowchart that outlines the approval processes for future land development of
TCAAP that follows the terms as outlined in the JPA. Future development proposals for TCAAP
conforming with the TRC (or within the flexibilities permitted) would fall under the purview and
review of the JDA. As noted on the chart below, the City maintains the responsibility for
processing TRC Amendments (also elements not meeting allowed flexibilities). The JPA
identifies two classifications of an Amendment to the TCAAP Master Plan: 1) Major
Amendment or 2) Minor Amendment. A minor amendment does not involve an amendment to
the City’s Comprehensive Plan and is a change within a Development Site (i.e. TRC Zoning
Districts) deemed desirable by the JDA to implement the Development. The JDA shall
recommend such minor amendments to the City and County, and if approved by both parties, the
TCAAP Master Plan shall be modified consistent with the approved amendment. A TRC
Amendment would follow the City’s standard procedures for processing a land use application
with a recommendation of the Planning Commission and City Council decision. As part of a
TRC Amendment, the City will request confirmation of approval by Ramsey County.
Community Development Director Jagoe explained at their May 1, 2023 work session, the
JDA discussed the Campus Commercial Zoning District and indicated support for the City to
proceed with consideration for expanding the allowed uses in this zoning district.
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Community Development Director Jagoe reviewed the Campus Commercial Zoning District
Background, commented on the Zoning Code Text Amendments and provided the Findings of
Fact for review:
1. The City of Arden Hills is proposing to amend ordinance language to allow for
commercial land uses outlined in the TRC land use chart as permitted or accessory uses
within the Campus Commercial Zoning District.
2. The proposed ordinance will include amendments to the language of Chapter 13 – Zoning
Code, Section 1380 – TCAAP Redevelopment Code, Subsection 5 – Schedule of
Permitted Uses of the City Code.
3. The proposed amendment advances the purpose and intent goals in the City’s TCAAP
Redevelopment Code by broadening the commercial land uses allowed in the Campus
Commercial Zoning District.
4. The proposed amendment is consistent with the Campus Commercial future land use
classification in the City’s 2040 Comprehensive Plan.
5. Amendments to the Zoning Code regulations require a public hearing prior to action by
the City Council.
6. If the zoning amendments were approved, an Applicant would be required to submit a
land use application that would be subject to the formal review process.
Community Development Director Jagoe reviewed the options available to the Planning
Commission for Planning Case 23-011 for a Zoning Code Amendment to Chapter 13, Section
1380 – TCAAP Redevelopment Code, Subsection 5 – Schedule of Permitted Uses of the Arden
Hills City Code to add permitted and accessory uses in the Campus Commercial Zoning District:
1. Recommend Approval
2. Recommend Approval as Amended
3. Recommend Denial
4. Table
Chair Vijums opened the floor to Commissioner comments.
Commissioner Bjorklund thanked staff for the detailed presentation. He believed the
recommendations of the JDA were wonderful. He was pleased the JDA was beginning to move
on this project. He stated he appreciated the proposed flexibility that would allow for big box
retail. He asked if the thumb property already had water and sewer lines.
Community Development Director Jagoe explained Ramsey County had a Request for Interest
proposal out for this property and the County would be taking proposals through July. She
indicated this property was site development ready.
Commissioner Wicklund reported he would be recusing himself from voting on this item.
Chair Vijums encouraged the City Council and others to think about the Town Center and what
uses would most benefit the development. He reported his main concern with the development
was that there was one road that serves the area. He feared how traffic in the area would be
impacted stating it was his understanding the intersections surrounding TCAAP already had a D
rating.
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Commissioner Weber stated there was a list of changes that the Commission was being asked to
approve and it was his understanding some uses have been left out. He questioned some of the
uses that would be permitted under the proposed amendment due to their environmental impact,
notably a fuel service station and dry cleaning services.
Chair Vijums asked if the Commission was voting on each use for the Campus Commercial
Zoning District.
Community Development Director Jagoe stated the Commission could move this item forward
as drafted, or the Commission could recommend amendments.
Commissioner Weber questioned where the proposed list of allowed uses came from.
Community Development Director Jagoe explained the proposed list was based on input from
the JDA, Ramsey County, along with consideration for land uses currently allowed within the
TRC and met the intent of the Campus Commercial Zoning District mirrored primarily after
those land uses allowed for in the Town Center Zoning District.
Chair Vijums asked if a service station would be allowed anywhere else within the
development.
Community Development Director Jagoe stated a service station would be allowed in the
Retail Mixed Use or the Flex Office zoning districts.
Chair Vijums questioned if a dog kennel would be allowed anywhere within the development.
Community Development Director Jagoe reported a dog kennel was a permitted use in the
Flex Office zoning district.
Commissioner Weber stated he was all for expanding uses in order to move this project
forward, but he feared this list was limited.
Community Development Director Jagoe explained the proposed list was based on the
currently allowed land uses within the TRC.
Commissioner Blilie stated she had no concerns with the development and noted she could
support the Zoning Code Amendment.
Commissioner Bjorklund asked where traffic data information was available for this project.
Community Development Director Jagoe reported the City had previously completed an
AUAR for this project in 2019 and would be completing another AUAR in 2024.
Commissioner Bjorklund stated he was pleased the thumb property would have to two major
roadways of access purposes.
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Chair Vijums encouraged the JDA to put their heads together to ensure the proper infrastructure
was in place to serve the existing residents of Arden Hills and the new residents that would be
living on TCAAP.
Chair Vijums opened the public hearing at 7:35 p.m.
Chair Vijums invited anyone for or against the application to come forward and make comment.
There being no comments Chair Vijums closed the public hearing at 7:35 p.m.
Chair Vijums moved and Commissioner Weber seconded a motion to recommend approval
of Planning Case 23-011 for a Zoning Code Amendment to Chapter 13, Section 1380 –
TCAAP Redevelopment Code, Subsection 5 – Schedule of Permitted Uses of the Arden
Hills City Code to add permitted and accessory uses in the Campus Commercial Zoning
District based on the findings of fact and the submitted plans in the June 7, 2023, report to
the Planning Commission. The motion carried 6-0-1 (Commissioner Wicklund abstained).
UNFINISHED AND NEW BUSINESS
None.
REPORTS
A. Report from the City Council
Councilmember Rousseau provided the Commission with an update from the City Council. She
invited the Planning Commission to attend the Appreciation Picnic on Tuesday, July 18. She
explained letters were sent out to homes in Arden Hills with racial covenants and staff would be
working with these properties. She stated the Economic Development Commission was seeking
volunteers at this time and hoped to hold their first meeting in August. She noted the PTRC was
looking to add a youth commissioner. She questioned if the Planning Commission would be
interested in having a youth commissioner.
Chair Vijums stated a voting right may be difficult for a youth commissioner, but he believed
the feedback and input would be valuable.
Commissioner Bjorklund and Commissioner Wicklund agreed.
Commissioner Weber suggested a youth commissioner be brought onto the PTRC for a year
and that the Planning Commission reconsider this matter after a year. He was of the opinion a
youth commissioner on the Planning Commission should be a non voting member.
B. Planning Commission Comments and Requests
Commissioner Weber commented on the plans for the federal build out for charging stations.
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Commissioner Bjorklund explained he testified in front of the Ramsey County Future
Transportation Advisory Committee noting he stated he was concerned with the planning for
transportation along Highway 96 and Hamline Avenue.
ADJOURN
Chair Vijums moved, seconded by Commissioner Wicklund, to adjourn the June 7, 2023,
Planning Commission Meeting at 7:53 p.m. The motion carried unanimously (7-0).
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PC AGENDA ITEM – 3A
MEMORANDUM
DATE: August 9, 2023
TO: Planning Commission Chair and Commissioners
FROM: Jessica Jagoe, Community Development Director
SUBJECT: Planning Case #23-013 – Public Hearing Required
Applicant: City of Arden Hills
Request: Zoning Code Amendments – Chapter 13, Section 1325.05 - Design
Standards, Subdivision 4.D – Fencing
Requested Action
The City of Arden Hills is proposing ordinance language in the Zoning Ordinance that will add
language in the city code to identify criteria between a temporary and permanent fence in all
zoning districts as well as set a maximum height for fences in the Business and Industrial Zoning
Districts. The proposed amendments to City Zoning Code Chapter 13 are within Section
1325.05, Subd 4.D, Fences.
Background
At their February 21st work session, the City Council had a preliminary discussion on if, or how,
City ordinances may be restrictive to residents wanting to remodel or add-on to their home. City
staff was directed to survey neighboring cities to compare Arden Hills’ residential setback
requirements. Additionally, city staff was asked to assemble a list of previously identified code
amendments to allow for further Council discussion to occur on the prioritization of amendment
reviews.
City staff brought back the requested information to the City Council at their April 17th meeting.
Staff provide a list of ordinance amendments that were previously tasked to proceed directly to
the Planning Commission for the first review once a Senior Planner was onboard and as staff
time allowed. While others would need to be brought back to the City Council for further
discussion and direction at a future work session. Below is the list of ordinance amendments that
were part of the City Council work session discussion:
Planning Commission
• Fences (i.e. Temporary and Permanent, Definitions and Standards)
• Zoning Amendments for consistency with 2040 Comprehensive Plan
City Council Work Session
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• Infill Development (i.e. Land Disturbance and Fill, Height of Buildings, Tree
Clearing, Sight Lines, Character of Neighborhood)
• Rental Properties (i.e. Rental Registration/Licensing, Rental Cap, Short Term
Rentals)
• Signage
o Council has tasked to the Economic Development Commission for first
review.
• Corner Lot Setbacks
• Accessory Structures (i.e. residential maximum size allowed)
• EV Charging Stations
The City Council consensus was to proceed with the above amendments as outlined. Staff was
directed to bring forward the fence ordinance amendments to the Planning Commission for the
first review and to hold a public hearing. Following the public hearing, the draft ordinance
language with recommendation of the Planning Commission would be brought to the City
Council for subsequent discussion and adoption.
Overview of Ordinance Amendments
Staff has prepared a draft ordinance showing language to be added in red font for your review
(Attachment A). The proposed amendments are intended to establish criteria for evaluating
residential fences and identify factors between a temporary and permanent fence. Currently, the
city code is absent of any language differentiating the two which means that all fences are
subject to a zoning permit. City staff has had requests to install a temporary fence for reasons
such as a snow barrier or as protection around grass seed. The proposed language would also
establish a time limitation for how many days temporary fencing could be erected on a property.
Lastly, the city code does not have a maximum height specification for fences in business or
industrial zoning districts. The proposed language establishes a maximum height and allows the
City to grant flexibility based on site suitability as a buffer or screening.
The proposed amendments to City Zoning Code Chapter 13 are within Section 1325.05, Subd
4.D, Fences.
Proposed Ordinance Language:
1) Amend Section 1320.05 Design Standards, Subd. 4 Screening, D. Fence Regulations
a. Add Section 1325.05.Subd. 4. D. 3 - Fences in residential districts shall be
comprised of chain-link, aluminum, wood, vinyl, composite, or other material as
approved by the Zoning Administrator. Alternate fencing materials may be
allowed in business and industrial zoning districts subject to conformance with
Section 1325.05.
b. Add Section 1325.05.Subd. 4. D. 4 - Height of Fences in Business and Industrial
Districts. Fences may be up to eight (8) feet in height in the side and rear yards
up to the front building line of the principal structure. Fences abutting residential
districts shall conform to those regulations applicable to the residential district.
Fences, solid walls and hedges in the minimum front yard setback may be allowed
through Site Plan Review or as part of a Planned Unit Development as determined
appropriate by the City Council based on site suitability to allow for additional
screening and/or as a buffer for noise reduction.
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c. Add Section 1325.05.Subd. 4. D. 10 - Fences which are temporary in nature shall
be allowed seasonally for the purpose of protecting gardens or lawns from natural
elements. Temporary fences that are 48 inches or less shall be allowed without a
zoning permit and temporary fences over 48 inches are prohibited. Other
purposes for temporary fencing may be permitted on a case-by-case review
subject to the approval of the Zoning Administrator. Temporary fencing may be
installed for a duration not to exceed 120 days. Examples of temporary fencing
materials allowed are snow or safety fence (i.e. plastic), silt fence (i.e. fabric), or
wire fence. Temporary fencing shall be subject to all other fence regulations
listed within the ordinance. Silt fencing associated with an active grading and
erosion permit issued the City is exempt from a zoning permit as a temporary
fence.
An ordinance amendment to the Zoning Code does require a public hearing before the Planning
Commission.
Additional Review
N/A
Findings of Fact
The Planning Commission must make a finding as to whether or not the proposed application
would adversely affect the surrounding neighborhood or the community as a whole based on the
aforementioned factors. Staff offers the following findings for consideration:
General Findings:
1. The City of Arden Hills is proposing to amend ordinance language to create design and
materials standards for fences in residential zoning districts.
2. The proposed ordinance would create language for evaluating a temporary fence in all
zoning districts.
3. The proposed ordinance will add a maximum height design standard for fences in the
business and industrial zoning districts.
4. The proposed ordinance will include amendments to the language of the City Code to
Chapter 13 – Zoning Code within Section 1325.05, Subd. 4 for Fences.
5. Amendments to the Zoning Code regulations require a public hearing prior to action by
the City Council.
Options and Motion Language
Staff has provided the following options and motion language for this case.
• Recommend Approval: Motion to recommend approval of Planning Case 23-013 as
presented for Zoning Code Amendments to Chapter 13 in Section 1325.05- Subd. 4.D of
the Arden Hills City Code to add language in the city code establishing criteria for a
temporary and permanent fence in all zoning districts as well as set a maximum height
for fences in the Business and Industrial Zoning Districts as presented in the August 9,
2023 Report to the Planning Commission.
• Recommend Approval with Amendments: Motion to recommend approval of Planning
Case 23-013 as presented for Zoning Code Amendments to Chapter 13 in Section
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1325.05- Subd. 4.D of the Arden Hills City Code to add language in the city code
establishing criteria for a temporary and permanent fence in all zoning districts as well as
set a maximum height for fences in the Business and Industrial Zoning Districts, based on
the findings of fact and August 9, 2023 Report to the Planning Commission with
amendments: a specific reason should be included with all amendments.
• Recommend Denial: Motion to recommend denial of Planning Case 23-013 as presented
for Zoning Code Amendments to Chapter 13 in Section 1325.05- Subd. 4.D of the Arden
Hills City Code to add language in the city code establishing criteria for a temporary and
permanent fence in all zoning districts as well as set a maximum height for fences in the
Business and Industrial Zoning Districts: findings to deny should specifically reference
the reasons for denial.
• Table: Motion to table Planning Case 23-013 as presented for Zoning Code Amendments
to Chapter 13 in Section 1325.05- Subd. 4.D of the Arden Hills City Code to add
language in the city code establishing criteria for a temporary and permanent fence in all
zoning districts as well as set a maximum height for fences in the Business and Industrial
Zoning Districts: the Planning Commission should identify a specific reason and/or
information request should be included with a motion to table.
Public Notices
A Zoning Code Amendment requires a public hearing. Notice was published in the Pioneer
Press on July 28, 2023. The City has not received any public comments regarding this case.
Attachments
A. Draft Fence Redlined Ord. Amendment
Section 1325.05 – Design Standards, Subd. 4 - Screening
D. Fence Regulations.
1. Height of Fences in Side and Rear Yards. Fences in side or rear yards may not exceed six (6)
feet in height in all residential districts. Fences may be up to six (6) feet in height if placed in the
secondary front yard of corner lots in residential districts provided that the fence does not exceed
three (3) feet in height within the structure setback of the primary front yard and the fence does
not encroach on the clear vision area. (revised 3/18/09)
2. Height of Fences, Solid Walls and Hedges in Front Yards. Fences, solid walls and hedges in
excess of three (3) feet in height in the minimum front yard building setback area are prohibited
in all R-1 and R-2 Residential Districts.
3. Fences in residential districts shall be comprised of chain-link, aluminum, wood, vinyl,
composite, or other material as approved by the Zoning Administrator. Alternate fencing
materials may be allowed in business and industrial zoning districts subject to conformance with
Section 1325.05.
4. Height of Fences in Business and Industrial Districts. Fences may be up to eight (8) feet in
height in the side and rear yards up to the front building line of the principal structure. Fences
abutting residential districts shall conform to those regulations applicable to the residential
district. Fences, solid walls and hedges in the minimum front yard setback may be allowed
through Site Plan Review or as part of a Planned Unit Development as determined appropriate
by the City Council based on site suitability to allow for additional screening and/or as a buffer
for noise reduction.
35. Electric Fences and Barbs or Spikes on Fences. No above grade fence shall have barbs or
spikes or be of metal construction, which is charged or connected with electrical current within
any district of the City. These fencing types shall only be permitted through a Conditional Use
Permit.
46. Placement of Fences Along Lot Lines. Fences may be placed along lot lines provided no
damage of any kind results to the abutting property.
57. Direction of Fence Facing. That side of the fence considered to be the face (facing as
applied to fence posts) shall face toward adjoining property.
68. Fences in Public Rights-of-way. No fence, wall or hedge may be placed in a public right-
of-way.
79. Fences in Non-Residential Situations and Exceptional and Unusual Circumstances in
Residential Districts. Deviation from these requirements for fences, walls and landscape
screening may be permitted after Planning Commission review and Council approval of a site
plan with documentation showing the unusual circumstances justifying the proposed deviation
and plans for the proposed fence, wall, or landscape screening. This provision is intended to
allow flexibility in meeting the purpose and intent of this subdivision without the necessity of
proving a hardship as is required in the variance procedure. The objective of this provision is to
improve the livability, appearance, and security of properties and their relationships to one
another.
10. Fences which are temporary in nature shall be allowed seasonally for the purpose of
protecting gardens or lawns from natural elements. Temporary fences that are 48 inches or less
shall be allowed without a zoning permit and temporary fences over 48 inches are prohibited.
Other purposes for temporary fencing may be permitted on a case-by-case review subject to the
approval of the Zoning Administrator. Temporary fencing may be installed for a duration not to
exceed 120 days. Examples of temporary fencing materials allowed are snow or safety fence
(i.e. plastic), silt fence (i.e. fabric), or wire fence. Temporary fencing shall be subject to all
other fence regulations listed within the ordinance. Silt fencing associated with an active grading
and erosion permit issued the City is exempt from a zoning permit as a temporary fence.
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PC Agenda Item – 3B
MEMORANDUM
DATE: August 9, 2023
TO: Planning Commission Chair and Commissioners
FROM: Jessica Jagoe, Community Development Director
SUBJECT: Planning Case #23-014 – Public Hearing Required
Applicant: City of Arden Hills
Request: Zoning Code Amendments – Chapter 13, Sale of Lower-Potency Hemp
Edibles
Requested Action
The City of Arden Hills is proposing ordinance language in the Zoning Code to define and allow
for the accessory sales of lower-potency hemp edible sales as a conditional use within the B-3,
Service Business Zoning District. The proposed amendments to City Zoning Code Chapter 13 are
within the following Sections:
• Section 1305.04, Zoning Code Definitions
• Section 1320.05, Land Use Chart in the B-3, Service Business Zoning District
• Section 1325.02, Accessory Uses
Background
On July 1, 2022, the Minnesota Legislature adopted an amendment that permits the sale of edible
cannabinoid products that contain no more than 0.3% of tetrahydrocannabinol (a derivative of
hemp). The amendment was enacted with very few regulations in place. Several cities adopted a
moratorium in order to allow adequate time to study the matter. On August 22, 2022, the City of
Arden Hills adopted Interim Ordinance 2022-006 establishing a one-year moratorium prohibiting
the sale, testing, manufacturing, and distribution of products containing tetrahydrocannabinol
(THC). It is important to note this moratorium does not apply to products containing THC
related to the Medical Cannabis Program as administered by the Minnesota Department of
Health, provided the activity is conducted in accordance with state law regarding medical
cannabis. Interim Ordinance 2022-006 will expire on August 22, 2023.
As of May 31, 2023, there has also been a recent state law change relating to adult use
marijuana/cannabis. This state law includes language for cities to have the authority to impose a
moratorium on the sale of full strength products until January 1, 2025 in order to allow further
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review and future discussions as the new law continues to be interpreted. The Office of
Cannabis Management (OCM) is still taking shape and they will license retailers. Cities will be
required to register local adult cannabis retailers and conduct compliance checks. Eventually,
the OCM will have sample language and forms to provide to cities. The City Council directed
city staff at their work session on July 17, 2023, to work with the City Attorney’s Office to
prepare the ordinance language for a moratorium prohibiting the sale of Adult Use Cannabis
products as allowed under the state law. Staff anticipates this discussion will be reviewed by the
City Council at their second regular meeting in August. For this discussion, the Planning
Commission is being asked to review and consider ordinance language as it relates solely to
lower-potency THC products.
Under new State law lower-potency THC hemp products in the form of edibles or beverages could
be sold anywhere in the city, including exclusive liquor stores. Without any changes to the city
code after August 22, 2023, a business could begin selling lower-potency hemp products as part
of their retail operations. The following explains lower-potency edible cannabinoid products (per
the Minnesota Department of Health):
• Beverages can have up to a maximum of 5 mg delta-9 THC per serving and the container
cannot contain more than 2 servings, with 10 mg total THC.
• If it is an edible, the package of edibles cannot contain more than 5 mg delta-8 or delta-9
THC per serving and 50 mg total THC.
o Each serving must be scored, wrapped, or another indicator which clearly
distinguishes each serving.
o The edible products cannot contain synthetic cannabinoids or artificially derived
cannabinoids (other than delta-8 or delta-9 THC).
• Edibles must be in a child-resistant, tamper-evident, and opaque package or container.
The product cannot contain any ingredient not approved by the U.S. Food and Drug
Administration (FDA) for use in food.
• The product cannot be a commercially available candy or snack food item where CBD or
hemp-THC has been applied to or added.
• The product must not be packaged in a container that includes a statement, artwork, or
design that could reasonably mislead any person to believe that the package contains
anything other than an edible cannabinoid product.
• The product cannot be contaminated or have more than trace amounts of mold, residual
solvents or other catalysts from processing, pesticides, fertilizers, or heavy metals. Batch
testing of the product by an accredited lab must be completed to ensure the product is
safe for consumption.
• Products containing nonintoxicating cannabinoids intended to be smoked or vaped are
not allowed in Minnesota. Nonintoxicating cannabinoid means substances extracted from
certified hemp plants that do not produce intoxicating effects when consumed by any
route of administration.
• Edible cannabinoid products must not be in a shape that bears the likeness or contain
cartoon-like characteristics of real or fictional person, animal, or fruit that appeals to
children.
• All edible cannabinoid products must be displayed behind a checkout counter where the
general public is not permitted or in a locked case, with the exception of beverages.
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At their June 20th and July 17th work sessions, the City Council discussed options for how the City
may move forward with regulating the sales of lower-potency hemp edibles when the moratorium
expires. The general consensus of the City Council was to establish a new land use classification
specific to the sale of lower-potency hemp edibles in our commercial zoning districts mainly along
Lexington Avenue at the initial onset with a separation of land use from schools, day cares, parks,
etc. as allowed by State Statute. Staff worked with the City Attorney’s Office to prepare a draft
ordinance reflective of their comments.
The City Council reviewed the first draft ordinance at their July meeting. During that discussion,
the Council considered other types of land uses in addition to Retail Sales and Service that might
have the potential of selling lower-potency hemp products such as a gas station or a restaurant.
Staff confirmed that the draft ordinance as written would not include these types of businesses
since they are a separate land use type. However, a liquor store may qualify as a retail land use.
Staff provided an overview of existing retail businesses along Lexington Avenue within the B-3,
General Business District as well as the area along County Road E between Lexington Avenue
and Snelling Avenue that falls under the B-2, General Business Zoning District. Under the city
code, Retail Sales and Service is a permitted use in the following zoning districts: B-2 - General
Business, B-3 - Service Business, and B-4 - Retail Center. For the Planning Commission, staff
has included with this report several maps identifying the parcels located within each of these
zoning districts (Attachment C). The new State law and any future ordinance change would apply
to both existing and new businesses in Arden Hills.
The main topics of discussion during the work session were the delineation of where lower-
potency hemp sales would be allowed (ex. B-2 and/or B-3 zoning districts) and regulating solely
as an accessory use to a retail business. The City Council directed staff to bring forward the
proposed ordinance to the Planning Commission for the first review and to hold a public hearing
in order to solicit your recommendation on this language. Following the public hearing, the draft
ordinance language with the recommendation of the Planning Commission would be brought to
the City Council for subsequent discussion and adoption. If the Commission has any suggested
change(s) to the draft language that should be brought forward as part of the motion language.
It should be noted that at the subsequent regular City Council meeting, a Councilmember
commented that the upcoming lower-potency hemp discussions should also consider allowing the
ability to sell as an accessory use for Service Stations and potentially within the Gateway Business
District.
Overview of Ordinance Amendments
Staff has prepared a draft ordinance identifying language to be added for the Planning
Commission’s review (Attachment A). The proposed ordinance would add a new land use type
for the sale of lower-potency hemp edibles. As drafted, the City would allow as a conditional
accessory use only to businesses with a principal Retail Sales and Service land use in the B-3
Zoning District. This means there could not be a standalone shop exclusively selling lower-
potency hemp products and any business interested in selling lower-potency products would need
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to come before the Planning Commission and City Council for a Conditional Use Permit. The
draft language would require a distance separation of a lower-potency sales operation to schools,
day cares, residential treatment facilities, and public parks as allowed by State Statute. The
applicable Sections to be amended are as follows:
• Section 1305.04, Zoning Code Definitions
• Section 1320.05, Land Use Chart in the B-3, Service Business Zoning District
• Section 1325.02, Accessory Uses
Proposed Ordinance Language:
1) Add definitions relevant to the Sale of Lower-Potency Hemp Edibles
a. Hemp Concentrate
b. Hemp-Derived Consumer Product
c. Hemp Plant
d. Lower-Potency Hemp Edible
e. Lower-Potency Hemp Edible Sales
f. Nonintoxicating Cannabinoid
2) Land Use Chart within Section 1320.05 would be amended to include Lower-Potency
Hemp Edible Sales:
a. Add a land use category for Lower-Potency Hemp Edible Sales as a Conditional
and Accessory Use under the B-3 Zoning District.
3) Amend Section 1325.02, Accessory Uses
a. Create a new Subdivision 6 that establishes the requirements and criteria for Lower-
Potency Hemp Edible Sales as an accessory use on a property where the principal use
is Retail Sales & Service.
Proposed language:
A. Lower-Potency Hemp Edible Sales shall be a Conditional Accessory use only
permitted in the B-3 Service Business District.
B. Applicants for Conditional Accessory Lower-Potency Hemp Edible Sales
shall follow the conditional use permit procedures prescribed in Section 1355.04,
subd. 3, and Appendix A, Procedure Manual. The City shall review a site plan and
specifics of the proposed lower-potency hemp edibles business and may issue the
permit subject to, but not limited to, the following requirements:
1. Lower-potency hemp edible sales shall only be permitted as an accessory
use on a Subject Property where the principal use is Retail Sales &
Service, and when such accessory use is clearly incidental to the principal
use.
2. The Subject Property shall not be located within 1,000 feet of any school.
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3. The Subject Property shall not be located within 500 feet of any property
providing day care or residential treatment services, or an attraction
within a public park that is regularly used by minors including a
playground or athletic field.
4. No lower-potency hemp edible sales shall occur between the hours of
10:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. the following day.
An ordinance amendment to the Zoning Code does require a public hearing before the Planning
Commission.
Findings of Fact
The Planning Commission must make a finding as to whether or not the proposed application
would adversely affect the surrounding neighborhood or the community as a whole based on the
aforementioned factors. Staff offers the following findings for consideration:
General Findings:
1. The City of Arden Hills is proposing to amend ordinance language to allow for lower-
potency hemp edible sales in the zoning code as a conditional accessory use within the B-
3 Zoning District.
2. The proposed ordinance will include amendments to the language of Chapter 13 – Zoning
Code, Sections 1305.04 - Definitions, 1320.05 – Land Use Chart, and 1325.02 –
Accessory Uses of the City Code.
3. The proposed ordinance amendments will allow lower-potency hemp edible sales as a
conditional accessory use where the principal use is Retail Sales & Service.
4. The proposed ordinance amendments are consistent with State law for the City’s
authority to regulating the sale of lower-potency hemp edibles under the zoning code.
5. Amendments to the Zoning Code regulations require a public hearing prior to action by
the City Council.
6. If the zoning amendments were approved, an Applicant would be required to submit a
land use application that would be subject to the formal review process.
Options and Motion Language
Staff has provided the following options and motion language for this case. The Planning
Commission should consider providing additional findings of fact as part of the motion to support
their recommendation for approval or denial.
• Recommend Approval: Motion to recommend approval of Planning Case 23-014 for a
Zoning Code Amendment to Chapter 13 of the Arden Hills City Code to allow the Sale of
Lower-Potency Hemp Edibles as a Conditional Accessory Use in the B-3, Service Business
Zoning District, based on the findings of fact and as presented in the August 9, 2023 Report
to the Planning Commission.
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• Recommend Approval with Amendments: Motion to recommend approval of Planning
Case 23-014 for a Zoning Code Amendment to Chapter 13 of the Arden Hills City Code
to allow the Sale of Lower-Potency Hemp Edibles as a Conditional Accessory Use in the
B-3, Service Business Zoning District, based on the findings of fact and August 9, 2023
Report to the Planning Commission with amendments: a specific reason should be
included with all amendments.
• Recommend Denial: Motion to recommend denial Planning Case 23-014 for a Zoning
Code Amendment to Chapter 13 of the Arden Hills City Code to allow the Sale of Lower-
Potency Hemp Edibles as a Conditional Accessory Use in the B-3, Service Business
Zoning District, based on the following findings: findings to deny should specifically
reference the reasons for denial and why those reasons cannot be mitigated.
• Table: Motion to table Planning Case 23-014 for a Zoning Code Amendment to Chapter
13 of the Arden Hills City Code to allow the Sale of Lower-Potency Hemp Edibles as a
Conditional Accessory Use in the B-3, Service Business Zoning District: a specific reason
and information request should be included with a motion to table.
Notice
A Zoning Code Amendment requires a public hearing. Notice was published in the Pioneer
Press on July 28, 2023. The City has not received any public comments regarding this case.
Attachments
A) Draft THC Ordinance Amendment
B) Zoning Map
C) Maps by Zoning District
D) Land Use Chart
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ORDINANCE NO. 2023-_____
CITY OF ARDEN HILLS
RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 13,
OF THE ARDEN HILLS CITY CODE CONCERNING THE SALE OF
LOWER-POTENCY HEMP EDIBLES
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARDEN HILLS, MINNESOTA, ORDAINS:
SECTION 1. Chapter 13 – Zoning Code, Section 1305 – Rules, Scope, Interpretation, &
Definitions, Subsection 1305.04 - Definitions, is hereby amended adding the following underlined
definitions:
∙ Hemp Concentrate. The extracts and resins of a hemp plant or hemp plant parts, including
when refined to increase the presence of targeted cannabinoids or when intended to be consumed
by combustion or vaporization of the product and inhalation of smoke, aerosol, or vapor from the
product.
∙ Hemp-Derived Consumer Product. A product intended for human or animal consumption,
does not contain cannabis flower or cannabis concentrate, and containing or consisting of hemp
plant parts; or containing hemp concentrate or artificially derived cannabinoids in combination
with other ingredients.
∙ Hemp Plant. All parts of the plant of the genus Cannabis that has a delta-9
tetrahydrocannabinol concentration of no more than 0.3 percent on a dry weight basis.
∙ Lower-Potency Hemp Edible. Any product that (1) is intended to be eaten or consumed as a
beverage by humans; (2) contains hemp concentrate or an artificially derived cannabinoid, in
combination with food ingredients; (3) is not a drug; (4) consists of servings that contain no more
than five milligrams of delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol, 25 milligrams of cannabidiol, 25 milligrams
of cannabigerol, or any combination of those cannabinoids that does not exceed the identified
amounts; (5) does not contain more than a combined total of 0.5 milligrams of all other
cannabinoids per serving; (6) does not contain an artificially derived cannabinoid other than delta-
9 tetrahydrocannabinol; (7) does not contain a cannabinoid derived from cannabis plants or
cannabis flower; and (8) is a type of product approved for sale by the Office of Cannabis
Management or is substantially similar to a product approved by that Office, including but not
limited to products that resemble nonalcoholic beverages, candy, and baked goods. Lower-Potency
Hemp Edibles includes “edible cannabinoid products” as defined by Minn. Stat. § 151.72. Lower-
potency hemp edibles do not include products containing only nonintoxicating cannabinoids.
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∙ Lower-Potency Hemp Edible Sales. The processing or sale of lower-potency hemp edibles
or hemp-derived consumer products
∙ Nonintoxicating Cannabinoid. A cannabinoid that when introduced into the human body
does not impair the central nervous system and does not impair the human audio, visual, or
mental processes. Nonintoxicating cannabinoid includes but is not limited to cannabidiol (CBD)
and cannabigerol (CBG) but does not include any artificially derived cannabinoid and must
contain less than 0.3% tetrahydrocannabinol (THC).
SECTION 2. Chapter 13 – Zoning Code, Section 1320 – District Provisions, Subsection
1320.05 – Land Use Chart, is hereby amended by replacing the chart in its entirety as follows:
1320.05 Land Use Chart.
See attached Attachment “A” for the Land Use Chart with the addition of lower-potency
hemp edible sales as a Conditional and Accessory Use in the B-3 District.
SECTION 3. Chapter 13 – Zoning Code, Section 1325.02 Accessory Uses, is hereby
amended by adding a Subdivision 6 as follows:
Subd. 6 Lower-Potency Hemp Edible Sales.
A. Lower-Potency Hemp Edible Sales shall be a Conditional Accessory use only permitted
in the B-3 Service Business District.
B. Applicants for Conditional Accessory Lower-Potency Hemp Edible Sales shall follow
the conditional use permit procedures prescribed in Section 1355.04, subd. 3, and Appendix A,
Procedure Manual. The City shall review a site plan and specifics of the proposed lower-potency
hemp edibles business and may issue the permit subject to, but not limited to, the following
requirements:
1. Lower-potency hemp edible sales shall only be permitted as an accessory use on a
Subject Property where the principal use is Retail Sales & Service, and when such
accessory use is clearly incidental to the principal use.
2. The Subject Property shall not be located within 1,000 feet of any school.
3. The Subject Property shall not be located within 500 feet of any property providing day
care or residential treatment services, or an attraction within a public park that is
regularly used by minors including a playground or athletic field.
4. No lower-potency hemp edible sales shall occur between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and
8:00 a.m. the following day.
SECTION 4. This Ordinance shall become effective immediately upon its passage and
publication according to law. A Summary of this Ordinance will be published in accordance with
state statute.
PASSED and ADOPTED this _____ day of ________________, 2023, by the City
Council of the City of Arden Hills, Minnesota.
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CITY OF ARDEN HILLS
By _______________________________
David Grant, Mayor
ATTEST:
_____________________________
Julie Hanson, City Clerk
Published in the Pioneer Press on ______________________, 2023
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The zoning district designations represented on this map correspond to the City of Arden Hills official Zoning Map. Questions concerning the Zoning Map should be directed to City Hall. Zoning designations are subject to change. Please refer to the Zoning Code for complete information.
Adopted: April 12, 1993Printed: December 15, 2022
Zoning Map
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Personal Property
Tax Parcels
Cities
County Offices
7/14/2023, 7:57:35 AM 0 0.1 0.20.05 mi
0 0.2 0.40.1 km
1:8,000
Ramsey County
Ramsey County MN
500'
500'500'B-3 Zoning District
Tax Parcels _Query result
Personal Property
Tax Parcels
Cities
County Offices
7/14/2023, 8:00:32 AM 0 0.1 0.20.05 mi
0 0.2 0.40.1 km
1:8,000
Ramsey County
Ramsey County MN
B-4 Zoning District
Tax Parcels _Query result_2
Personal Property
Tax Parcels
Cities
County Offices
7/13/2023, 11:26:31 AM 0 0.1 0.20.05 mi
0 0.2 0.40.1 km
1:8,000
Ramsey County
Ramsey County MN
1320.05 Land Use
Chart.(revised 04/24/23)
Uses:R- 1 R- 2 R- 3 R- 4 NB B- 1 B- 2 B- 3 B- 4 CC GB I-1 I-2
I-FLEX CD POS INST
Antenna, Dish or Tower CA CA CA CA CA CA CA CA CA CA CA CA CA CA CA CA CA
Boarding house CCCC==========C==============
Brewpub == == == == == ==CCC================
Business service == == == == ==APPPCPPPP ==== ==
Clinic, medical office == == == == P PPPPCPPPP ==== ==
Club or lodge (non-profit)== == == == ==PPP==C==============
Club, sports & fitness == == == == ==APPPCPP==P======
Commercial recreation - indoor == == == == == ==PPP====P==========
Commercial recreation - outdoor ============A ====================
Day care facility, over 10 == == == == P PPPP==PPPP ==== ==
Day care, family - 10 or less AAAAA==A====================
Day care, group family - 14 or less CA CA CA CA CA == CA == == == == == == == == == ==
Dog kennel == == == == == == C C == == == == == == == == ==
Dog run AAA============================
Drive -up windows == == == == == ==CCC==A============
"Dry cleaning & laundry, pick-up station" == == == == C == A A == == A == == == == == ==
"Dry cleaning & laundry, self-service laundry" == == == == C == C C == == == == == == == == ==
Dwelling: density zoning DDDD==========================
Dwelling: multiple family == == C C C == C == == C C == == == == == ==
Dwelling: single-family attached CCDD==========================
Dwelling: single-family detached PPPP==========================
Dwelling: two-family C C P P C == == == == == == == == == == == ==
Dwelling: live-work unit == == == == C == == == == == == == == == == == ==
Financial institution & service == == == == P PPPPCPPPP ==== ==
Garage, truck == == == == == == == == == == == C C == == == ==
Higher Education, Campus == == == == == == == == == == == == == == == == C
Home occupation : Class I AAAAA========A==============
Home occupation : Class II CA CA CA CA CA == == == == C == == == == == == ==
Hospital == == == == == == == == == == == == == == == == ==
Hotel/motel == == == == == == C P C C C == == C == == ==
House of worship CCCCCCCCCC======C======
Manufactured home park == == C == == == == == == == == == == == == == ==
Manufacturing & processing : Class I == == == == == ==AAA==PPPP ==== ==
Manufacturing & processing : Class II == == == == == == == == == == == == P == == == ==
Micro brewery == == == == == ==CCC==C====C======
Micro distillery == == == == == ==CCC==C====C======
Mortuary, funeral home == == == == == == P P == C == == == == == == ==
Zoning Districts:
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1320.05 Land Use Chart.
(revised 03/02/23)
Uses:R- 1 R- 2 R- 3 R- 4 NB B- 1 B- 2 B- 3 B- 4 CC GB I-1 I-2
I-FLEX CD POS INST
Zoning Districts:
Multiple occupancy building == == == == C CCCCCCCCC ==== ==
Nursery CCCC==========================
Nursing home and assisted living CCCC====D====C==============
Office == == == == P PPPPPPPPP ==== ==
Pawn shop == == == == == == == == == == == == == == == P ==
Personal services == == == == C APPPCP====A======
Public use CCCCCCCCCCCCCC ==== ==
Research and development facility == == == == C P CCC==PPPP CC ==
Research animals == == == == == == C == == == == C C == == == ==
Residence Hall, dormitory == == == C == C D == == == == == == == == == ==
Residential facility, state licensed, serving
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PPPPP==P====================
Residential facility, state licensed, serving
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CCCCC==C====================
Restaurant and restaurant-fast food == == == == C APPPCPCC========
Retail sales & service == == == == P APPPCAAAA ==== ==
School, general education CCCC==========C==============
School, specialized education == == == == ==CCCCC==============
Service station == == == == == == C C == ==CCC== ==== ==
Solar Energy System == == == == == == == == == == == == == == C == ==
Storage, exterior == == == == == == == == == == == == CA == == == ==
Studio == == == == C C PPPC==============
Theater, indoor == == == ==A C P == C == == == == == == ==
Thrift Store == == == == == == == == C == == == == C == == ==
Utility distribution line PPPPPPPPP==PPPP AP ==
Utility substation == == == == == == == == == == == C C == == == ==
Utility transmission CCCCCCCCC==CCCC CC ==
Vehicle - motorized, leasing and rentals == == == == == == C C == == == == == == == == ==
Vehicle - motorized, service == == == == == == C C == == == == == == == == ==
Warehousing == == == == ==AAAA==CPPC======
"A" = Accessory
"CA" = Conditional Accessory Use Permit
"C" = Conditional Use Permit
"D" = Planned Unit
"I" = Interim Use Permit
"P" = Permitted
"==" = Not Permitted
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