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HomeMy WebLinkAbout07-13-26-WSPUBLIC INQUIRIES/INFORMATIONAL This is an opportunity for citizens to respectfully bring to the Council ’s attention any items which are relevant to the City. In addressing the Council, you must first state your name and address for the record. Comments shall be limited to three (3) minutes or less. Written documents or other materials should be handed to the City Clerk for distribution to the Council prior to or during the meeting. Council will generally not respond at the same meeting where an issue is initially raised by a member of the public but the Council may refer the issue to staff for further research and possible report or action at a future Council meeting. RESPONSE TO PUBLIC INQUIRIES AGENDA ITEMS Broadband Franchising Discussion Michael Bradley, Bradley Werner MEMO.PDF ATTACHMENT A.PDF ATTACHMENT B.PDF 3717 Lexington Avenue -Chase Bank Concept Review Jake Reilly MEMO.PDF ATTACHMENT A.PDF ATTACHMENT B.PDF ATTACHMENT C.PDF ATTACHMENT D.PDF Election Sign Policy Jake Reilly MEMO.PDF ATTACHMENT A.PDF ATTACHMENT B.PDF ATTACHMENT C.PDF ATTACHMENT D.PDF Rice Creek Commons Discussion Jessica Jagoe MEMO.PDF ATTACHMENT A.PDF Zoning And Subdivision Ordinance Updates Jake Reilly MEMO.PDF ATTACHMENT A.PDF ATTACHMENT B.PDF ATTACHMENT C.PDF ATTACHMENT D.PDF ATTACHMENT E.PDF ATTACHMENT F.PDF ATTACHMENT G.PDF Code Of Conduct Jessica Jagoe MEMO.PDF ATTACHMENT A.PDF ATTACHMENT B.PDF ATTACHMENT C.PDF ATTACHMENT D.PDF ATTACHMENT E.PDF G1. Use Of City Property And G2. Immigration Enforcement Discussion Jessica Jagoe MEMO.PDF ATTACHMENT A.PDF Agenda Planning Jessica Jagoe MEMO.PDF ATTACHMENT A.PDF ATTACHMENT B.PDF COUNCIL/STAFF COMMENTS ADJOURN Mayor: David Grant Councilmembers: Brenda Holden Emily Rousseau Tena Monson Kurt Weber City Council Work Session Agenda July 13, 2026 5:00 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. Members of the public may attend a meeting in -person at City Hall or they may view the meeting remotely on the City ’s website using the below link. Meetings are also broadcast on Cable Channel 16 for those that live in Arden Hills. https://cityofardenhills.org/320/Watch -City -Meetings Some Councilmembers may be participating in this meeting by interactive technology/remotely. This meeting will be streamed live on local Cable Channel 16 and available for playback on our website. CALL TO ORDER 1. 2. 3. 3.A. Documents: 3.B. Documents: 3.C. Documents: 3.D. Documents: 3.E. Documents: 3.F. Documents: 3.G. Documents: 3.H. Documents: 4. PUBLIC INQUIRIES/INFORMATIONALThis is an opportunity for citizens to respectfully bring to the Council ’s attention any items which are relevant to the City. In addressing the Council, you must first state your name and address for the record. Comments shall be limited to three (3) minutes or less. Written documents or other materials should be handed to the City Clerk for distribution to the Council prior to or during the meeting. Council will generally not respond at the same meeting where an issue is initially raised by a member of the public but the Council may refer the issue to staff for further research and possible report or action at a future Council meeting.RESPONSE TO PUBLIC INQUIRIESAGENDA ITEMSBroadband Franchising Discussion Michael Bradley, Bradley Werner MEMO.PDF ATTACHMENT A.PDF ATTACHMENT B.PDF 3717 Lexington Avenue -Chase Bank Concept Review Jake Reilly MEMO.PDF ATTACHMENT A.PDF ATTACHMENT B.PDF ATTACHMENT C.PDF ATTACHMENT D.PDF Election Sign Policy Jake Reilly MEMO.PDF ATTACHMENT A.PDF ATTACHMENT B.PDF ATTACHMENT C.PDF ATTACHMENT D.PDF Rice Creek Commons Discussion Jessica Jagoe MEMO.PDF ATTACHMENT A.PDF Zoning And Subdivision Ordinance Updates Jake Reilly MEMO.PDF ATTACHMENT A.PDF ATTACHMENT B.PDF ATTACHMENT C.PDF ATTACHMENT D.PDF ATTACHMENT E.PDF ATTACHMENT F.PDF ATTACHMENT G.PDF Code Of Conduct Jessica Jagoe MEMO.PDF ATTACHMENT A.PDF ATTACHMENT B.PDF ATTACHMENT C.PDF ATTACHMENT D.PDF ATTACHMENT E.PDF G1. Use Of City Property And G2. Immigration Enforcement Discussion Jessica Jagoe MEMO.PDF ATTACHMENT A.PDF Agenda Planning Jessica Jagoe MEMO.PDF ATTACHMENT A.PDF ATTACHMENT B.PDF COUNCIL/STAFF COMMENTS ADJOURN Mayor:David GrantCouncilmembers:Brenda HoldenEmily RousseauTena MonsonKurt Weber City Council Work Session Agenda July 13, 2026 5:00 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 desirable City in which to live, work, and play.Members of the public may attend a meeting in -person at City Hall or they may view the meeting remotely on the City ’s website using the below link. Meetings are also broadcast on Cable Channel 16 for those that live in Arden Hills. https://cityofardenhills.org/320/Watch -City -MeetingsSome Councilmembers may be participating in this meeting by interactive technology/remotely.This meeting will be streamed live on local Cable Channel 16 and available for playback on our website.CALL TO ORDER1.2.3.3.A. Documents: 3.B. Documents: 3.C. Documents: 3.D. Documents: 3.E. Documents: 3.F. Documents: 3.G. Documents: 3.H. Documents: 4. PUBLIC INQUIRIES/INFORMATIONALThis is an opportunity for citizens to respectfully bring to the Council ’s attention any items which are relevant to the City. In addressing the Council, you must first state your name and address for the record. Comments shall be limited to three (3) minutes or less. Written documents or other materials should be handed to the City Clerk for distribution to the Council prior to or during the meeting. Council will generally not respond at the same meeting where an issue is initially raised by a member of the public but the Council may refer the issue to staff for further research and possible report or action at a future Council meeting.RESPONSE TO PUBLIC INQUIRIESAGENDA ITEMSBroadband Franchising DiscussionMichael Bradley, Bradley WernerMEMO.PDFATTACHMENT A.PDFATTACHMENT B.PDF3717 Lexington Avenue -Chase Bank Concept ReviewJake ReillyMEMO.PDFATTACHMENT A.PDFATTACHMENT B.PDFATTACHMENT C.PDFATTACHMENT D.PDFElection Sign PolicyJake ReillyMEMO.PDFATTACHMENT A.PDFATTACHMENT B.PDFATTACHMENT C.PDFATTACHMENT D.PDFRice Creek Commons DiscussionJessica JagoeMEMO.PDFATTACHMENT A.PDFZoning And Subdivision Ordinance Updates Jake ReillyMEMO.PDFATTACHMENT A.PDFATTACHMENT B.PDFATTACHMENT C.PDFATTACHMENT D.PDF ATTACHMENT E.PDF ATTACHMENT F.PDF ATTACHMENT G.PDF Code Of Conduct Jessica Jagoe MEMO.PDF ATTACHMENT A.PDF ATTACHMENT B.PDF ATTACHMENT C.PDF ATTACHMENT D.PDF ATTACHMENT E.PDF G1. Use Of City Property And G2. Immigration Enforcement Discussion Jessica Jagoe MEMO.PDF ATTACHMENT A.PDF Agenda Planning Jessica Jagoe MEMO.PDF ATTACHMENT A.PDF ATTACHMENT B.PDF COUNCIL/STAFF COMMENTS ADJOURN Mayor:David GrantCouncilmembers:Brenda HoldenEmily RousseauTena MonsonKurt Weber City Council Work Session Agenda July 13, 2026 5:00 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 desirable City in which to live, work, and play.Members of the public may attend a meeting in -person at City Hall or they may view the meeting remotely on the City ’s website using the below link. Meetings are also broadcast on Cable Channel 16 for those that live in Arden Hills. https://cityofardenhills.org/320/Watch -City -MeetingsSome Councilmembers may be participating in this meeting by interactive technology/remotely.This meeting will be streamed live on local Cable Channel 16 and available for playback on our website.CALL TO ORDER1.2.3.3.A.Documents:3.B.Documents:3.C.Documents:3.D.Documents:3.E.Documents: 3.F. Documents: 3.G. Documents: 3.H. Documents: 4. Page 1 of 1 AGENDA ITEM – 3A MEMORANDUM DATE: July 13, 2026 TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers FROM: Jessica Jagoe, City Administrator SUBJECT: Broadband Franchising Discussion Budgeted Amount: Actual Amount: Funding Source: N/A N/A N/A Michael Bradley with Bradley Werner, LLC representing the North Suburban Communications Commission will provide a presentation on broadband franchising (see Attachment A) for discussion at the meeting. Attachment A. Bradley Werner, LLC Presentation B. Bradley Werner, LLC Article Additional information and links can be found here.1 2 More Benefits to City and Residents Transfer of Ownership. System Quality and Performance. Reporting Requirements. Customer Service. Disabled and Senior Discount. Consideration. Security, Indemnification, and Insurance. Liquidated Damages. 3 Franchising 101 Franchise Basics •In simple terms, a franchise is an authorization from a local government entity to a company to use the public rights-of-way to provide services to area residents. Franchising > Permitting •The benefits in the first broadband franchise are far superior to permitting. •See Summary here. 4 Reassessing Broadband Fresh Look at Broadband Franchising Ohio Telecom Ass'n v. FCC (In re MCP No. 185), 124 F.4th 993 (6th Cir. 2025). •Broadband is not a Telecommunications Service –Under Federal Law •Post Loper Bright decision Charter v. Lange, 903 F.3d 715 (8th Cir. 2018); Vonage v. MN-PUC, 290 F.Supp.2d 993 (D. Minn. 2003), aff’d on other grounds, 394 F.3d 568 (8th Cir. 2004) •“Minnesota may not regulate an information service provider such as Vonage as if it were a telecommunications provider” Reevaluate State Law Applicable to Broadband •Cable Communications System •Telecommunications ROW User 5 Decision Making on Franchising Review City Charter Authority (if applicable) •May provide additional broad authority to franchise in addition to statutory authority Review State Statutory Authority •Cable Communications System v. Telecommunications ROW User Review Benefits and Risks with Management Refer Franchising to Cable Communications Commission (if applicable) 6 Common Broadband Franchise Questions What if our city already started issuing permits? •Explain the new law •Next Construction Season Every BB company will need a franchise What about Comcast/Charter/Mediacom/Midco? What about Forged Fiber 37, LLC? •Purchased Lumen’s Quantum Fiber - mass markets fiber assets Gateway Fiber –FCC Preemption and Declaratory Ruling Petition This Photo by Unknown Author is licensed under CC BY-SA-NC 7 Summary The South Washington County Telecommunications Commission adopted the first broadband franchise in Minnesota. A broadband franchise is vastly superior to mere permitting. A broadband franchise, unlike a permit, addresses multiple issues that benefit residents and consumers, such as buildout standards, customer service standards, senior and disabled person discounts, system performance standards, consideration for use of public property, and many other public benefits. The South Washington County Telecommunications Commission (SWCTC) has adopted the first local broadband franchise agreement in Minnesota. The agreement with Intrepid Fiber Networks was approved at the SWCTC meeting on September 25, 2025. This is the future of franchising and communications. It secures future-proof digital infrastructure for the City of Woodbury area. The franchise grants Intrepid the privilege to construct an open access Fiber-to- the-Home (FTTH) cable communications system in the City of Woodbury. This franchise marks a new era in franchising for local governments in Minnesota. SWCTC showed how local governments can protect the public rights-of-way, while securing important protections for its residents. I. Franchising Superior to Permitting Franchising is fundamentally different from standard right-of-way permitting. While permitting generally dictates how a construction project is executed (e.g., pavement repair, traffic control), franchising provides a formal, binding contract that guarantees specific public benefits in exchange for the use of public real estate. Minneapolis/St. Paul (651) 379-0900 Chicago (847) 510-5999 Attorneys Practice Areas Contact Blog Sep 29, 2025 —by Michael Bradley in Broadband, Municipal First Broadband Franchise Ushers in a New Era in Franchising The SWCTC’s track record of protecting area residents, spanning four decades, is proof of the effectiveness of local franchising. The SWCTC’s long-time attorney, Mike Bradley of Bradley Werner, LLC, detailed the Commission’s history of success: “For over 40 years this commission has franchised cable communication systems on behalf of its member cities and their residents.” The first franchise granted by the SWCTC was in 1983. Bradley then summarized the overwhelming success of this approach: “Through franchising, the Commission oversaw a company with initially no presence in the public right of way and no customers, and we saw that company start up and ultimately become the most robust cable communication system in the area.” Franchising by the SWCTC has also resulted in many tangible benefits benefiting residents. The success of local franchising should come as no surprise. It was a predicted outcome when the legislature decided cable communications systems should be regulated at the local level, moving away from state regulation of legacy phone systems. Bradley explained, that through local franchising: “This Commission has made certain of many things that benefit residents, including having all residents having service, having buildout obligations, making sure all residents were covered, making sure the communication system was upgraded to meet community needs, enforcing customer service standards… and, we shouldn’t forget, also developing a robust community media center in what is now TrueLens Community Media.” In short, franchising ensures that local governments retain the authority to hold providers accountable for key community objectives. This power is lost under mere permitting. II. Summary of the SWCTC Broadband Franchise The franchise granted to Intrepid Fiber Networks is a modern model for local governments authorizing open-access fiber optic cable communications systems in their jurisdictions. Key provisions secured by the SWCTC on behalf of its member city include: Not Exclusive. The SWCTC is allowed to franchise other broadband providers serving its member cities. Equal Access to Broadband. The franchise mandates that Intrepid provide equal access to broadband to all residents. This ensures the same quality of service to all homes and businesses in the franchise area. Open Access System. Intrepid will build the network as a wholesale provider. Other franchised retail service providers will operate on this single, robust network, fostering competition in services and pricing for residents. Authorization for Open Access Service Providers. All open access service providers using the Intrepid system will be allowed to sign on to this master franchise by signing a Joinder Agreement. This will allow users of the system to sign the Joinder Agreement and start providing service immediately. Buildout Obligation. Intrepid must essentially complete construction of the entire city over a 5-year period. They must also ensure access across the entire jurisdiction. Financial Consideration. Intrepid has agreed to pay a 5% gross revenue fee. This payment is for the privilege to use the public rights-of-way. It secures a long-term revenue source for the community. Public Benefits & Protections. The agreement secures commitments for free or discounted broadband services for government facilities. It ensures the provision of dark fiber under certain conditions. It also includes a provision for a discount of no less than 10% for seniors and disabled persons. III. Prompt Action by the Commission Crucially, the SWCTC demonstrated that local franchising is an expeditious process. The SWCTC moved rapidly to review the franchise application, hold a public hearing, and negotiate and approve the agreement. When an applicant is serious about serving a community, local franchising does not create any unnecessary delay. The Commission acted to approve the franchise just 59 days from the date they received Intrepid’s application. Franchise negotiations themselves were completed in less than three weeks. Bradley addressed critics of local regulation directly, stating: “Any suggestion that local government is a barrier to entry is not based in reality. This commission acted, and acted very timely.”  The SWCTC’s successful and prompt process ensures that a local body of government will be “looking out for our interests.” It protects residents’ rights and ensures all residents have equal access to broadband. Bradley Werner, LLC Michael Bradley and Nancy Werner are nationally recognized and respected local government attorneys. Our firm is dedicated to representing local governments on broadband, cable, telecommunications, utilities, and right-of- way management issues. We have decades of experience representing municipalities on communications and utilities matters. 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Subscribemike@bradleywerner.com Minneapolis/St. Paul Office and Mailing Address 2145 Woodlane Drive, Suite 106 Woodbury, MN 55125 (651) 379-0900 Chicago Mailing Address 1101 Davis Street #1822 Evanston, IL 60204 (847) 510-5999 Page 1 of 10 AGENDA ITEM – 3B MEMORANDUM DATE: July 13, 2026 TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers Jessica Jagoe, City Administrator FROM: Elena Fransen, AICP, Senior Planner SUBJECT: Planning Case 26-016 – Concept Plan Review Cub Outparcel for new Chase Bank – 3717 Lexington Avenue Council Should Consider Council should consider a request for a Concept Plan Review for a one (1) story, 3,726 square foot JP Morgan Chase retail bank building with one drive-through lane for ATM and night deposit box services located in the southeastern corner of the existing Cub Foods parking lot at 3717 Lexington Avenue. The Concept Plan Review process is an opportunity for the City Council to provide comments and ask questions regarding proposed developments. A concept review is considered advisory and is nonbinding to the City and Applicant (Section 1320.14, Subd 4 of the Zoning Code). A formal application will be subject to the full review process, including a public hearing with Planning Commission and City Council review. Below is a description of the project and a preliminary evaluation of the current concept against the existing zoning code. The Applicant is seeking feedback from the City Council on the concept plan. Background Existing Conditions In September 2002, the City Council approved a Planned Unit Development (PUD) to construct a 71,200 square foot Cub Foods store at the Subject Property. The Cub Foods site is 5.03 acres and is connected to the 4.04 acre parcel to the south, where the Shannon Square retail center is located. The original PUD was amended in 2007 to allow for additional signage and again in 2012 to allow Page 2 of 10 for the construction of a drive-up window for the existing pharmacy located within the building and associated signage. A Conditional Use Permit was also issued for the pharmacy drive-up window. SUP I Shannon Square LLC owns both the Cub Foods and Shannon Square parcels and the two parcels share 490 parking spaces between the sites. The Cub Foods site accounts for 340 parking spaces. The Cub Foods building is located to the far west of the property. The parking lot takes up the majority of the east side of the property. The site has two access points from Grey Fox Road to the north and shares the Lexington Avenue access with Shannon Square to the east. Traffic traveling south on Lexington Avenue accesses the site for ingress and egress through the eastern drive, as does incoming northbound traffic. The property is zoned B-3 Service Business District. The Subject Property is guided for Commercial (COM) uses in the 2040 Comprehensive Plan, which includes a broad range of retail, shopping, and services to meet the needs of the community and region. The proposed use as a financial institution & services is permitted in the B-3 Zoning District. Aerial Map of Subject Property Discussion Concept Plan Proposal Page 3 of 10 The Applicant is proposing to subdivide 0.56 acres at the southeast corner of the existing 5.04 acre Subject Property to be sold and developed for use as a one story, 3,726 square foot JP Morgan Chase Bank location with drive-through ATM and night deposit box services. The area to be subdivided contains approximately 79 existing parking spaces and accompanying drive aisles which would be replaced with the building and 38 parking spaces. The remaining Cub parcel would be 4.46 acres and have approximately 261 parking spaces. Proposed New Parcel Proposed Site Plan Page 4 of 10 The new parcel would be accessible from Grey Fox Road by way of the Cub parking lot and from Lexington Avenue by way of the Shannon Square Shopping Center shared access. No new access to Lexington Avenue is proposed. The concept plan shows site improvements which include adding curb stops between the drive lane(s) and the parking spaces north of the site. Plans indicate traffic will be able to travel in both directions along the south and east sides of the building and one-way along the north side. Plans show signs prohibiting entry from the northwest corner. The plans do not show if the signage will be limited to directional signs on the pavement or will include freestanding directional signs. Civil plans show a trash enclosure to the west of the building, bicycle parking, and a pedestrian sidewalk connection to Lexington Avenue. Wall signage and monument signage locations are identified on the west and east elevations. Staff notes that the west elevation does now show the trash enclosure on the civil plans. Plans for the described trash enclosure will need to match in the land use application submittal. Identified Traffic Circulation for Proposed Site Proposed West and East Elevations Page 5 of 10 Proposed North and South Elevations Below is an overview of the applicable zoning requirements as they relate to the proposed concept. Relevant code sections include Chapter 11 – Subdivisions, Chapter 13 – Zoning Code Sections 1350 – District Provisions, 1325.04 – Additional Requirements for Drive-In Businesses, Drive-up Windows, Fast Food Restaurants and Automobile Service Stations, 1325.05 – Design Standards, 1325.06 – Requirements for Parking, Loading, and Circulation. Chapter 11 – Subdivisions Part of the Applicant’s request is to subdivide an existing lot of record into two lots. The Applicant is required to submit a survey showing the parcels resulting from the division and that they are in conformance with area, dimensions and setbacks as established for the applicable zoning district. Below are the requirements for the B-3 Zoning District. The proposed generally complies with the applicable district provisions. Additional information is required to verify compliance with landscape lot area and setback requirements. Table 1: Section 1350 – District Provisions Ordinance Requirements B-3 District Standards Proposed Development Minimum Lot Area 13,000 square feet 24,600 square feet, complies Maximum Floor Area Ratio (FAR) 0.8 Approx. 0.133, complies Maximum Building Height 35 feet 22.5 feet, complies Maximum Structure Coverage 40% 13.3%, complies Minimum Landscape Lot Area 25% Information Needed to Confirm Page 6 of 10 Minimum Front Yard Setback 50 feet 91 feet, setback complies, flexibility required for building placement (see Table 3: Building Design) Minimum Rear Yard Setback 20 feet 48 feet, complies Minimum Side Yard Setback 10 feet (min)/20 feet (total) 42 feet and 48 feet/90 feet (total), complies Section 1325.04 – Additional Minimum Requirements for Drive-In Businesses, Drive-up Windows, Fast Food Restaurants and Automobile Service Stations The concept includes one drive-through lane for ATM and overnight drop box services. The proposal requires a Conditional Use Permit and is subject to the drive-up windows standards below. Based on staff review of the concept, the Applicant requires flexibility based on the proximity to a church and residential lots, proximity to other establishments, and the proposed access to the site. The site is within 400 feet of a church and several residential properties located in Shoreview and is adjacent to the Cub Pharmacy drive-up window and the Caribou Coffee drive- up window at Shannon Square. A traffic study is included as Attachment D and may be considered when evaluating the required flexibilities for the site conditions. The traffic study summary states that the proposed bank will not negatively impact the level of service conditions at the intersections of Lexington Avenue and Grey Fox Road, as well as Lexington Avenue and the Shopping Center Driveway during the weekday evening peak hours. Additional landscaping and civil plans are needed to confirm other standards for site operations as they relate to the drive-up window use and other requests for flexibility. Table 2: Additional Minimum Requirements for Drive-In Businesses, Drive-up Windows, Fast Food Restaurants and Automobile Service Stations Ordinance Requirements Standards Proposed Development Proximity to Schools, Churches, Public Recreational Area and Residential Lots Shall not be located on a site that is within four hundred (400) feet of said uses Within 400 feet of church and residential (Shoreview), flexibility required Proximity to Other Establishments Shall not be located on a site that the proximity of the boundaries of another one is determined by the City Council through the PUD process to be incompatible with the area in which it the proposed use is to be located. As determined by the City Council Unreasonable Traffic Volume Shall not be located on a site if the probable result of such location would be to unreasonably increase traffic volume on nearby streets Traffic Study provided Size of Lot Shall not be located on a lot of less than twenty-four thousand (24,000) square feet. 24,600 square feet, complies Landscaping Shall be landscaped at least to certain depths from each lot line (more in code language) Information needed to confirm Electronic Devices Shall not be located within fifty (50) feet of any adjacent lot regardless of use or zoning district. Information needed to confirm Snow Storage Shall be designed for snow storage such that clear visibility shall be afforded from the property to any public street. Information needed to confirm Page 7 of 10 Screening A suitable screening fence shall be erected along all property lines except those which are also public right-of-way lines. Information needed to confirm Signs No permanent or temporary signs visible from a public street shall be erected without approval from the Council. Information needed to confirm Traffic Circulation No site plan shall be approved which will in any way constitute a hazard to vehicular or pedestrian circulation. Traffic Study provided Access Access shall be to public streets from at least two (2) points on the subject premises. One shared access to public streets, flexibility required Section 1325.05 – Design Standards The concept does not include plans for landscaping, lighting, or screening. A landscaping plan is required with the proposed planned unit development in a business zoning district. The Applicant is required to meet minimum landscaping requirements for caliper inches, tree ratio, perennials and shrubberies, and planning islands, and subject to the standards in Subd. 1. Standards for lighting and screening are also provided in Section 1325.05 and will be evaluated with the full land use application. Section 1325.05 – Design Standards, Subdivision 8 Additional Design Standards for New Development, Redevelopment and Modifications to Existing Sites in the B2 and B3 Districts The City’s Zoning Code provides additional design standards for new development in the B-2 and B-3 Zoning Districts to promote a high level of architectural, landscaping, and site design in the business districts of Arden Hills. The full land use application is subject to these requirements and staff evaluated the concept submission according to the standards where possible. The concept shows that the building with a front setback of approximately 91 feet, which is greater than the standard that at least 50 percent of the largest building on site shall be constructed at the front setback line. Staff interpret this design as a way to accommodate two-way traffic on the site while maintaining existing parking. This design requires flexibility from the building design standard. Staff finds that the submitted concept generally complies with the other required building design standards. As part of the land use application, the Applicant is required to submit tables with the percentages of building materials and transparency for the first level façade fronting Lexington Avenue so staff can evaluate the proposed building materials against the design standards. The plans show that the main building materials would be cement and stone veneer and the City Council has evaluated these materials as needing flexibility, depending on the total amount used. Staff anticipates that the Applicant will require flexibility for the proposed building materials. Along with lighting or landscaping, the plans do not show specifics for fences, signs, or site furnishings. The Subject Property is located in Sign District 5 and is subject to requirements for wall and monument signage. Flexibility from the noted standards may be requested as part of the PUD. Page 8 of 10 Civil plans indicate 38 parking spaces on the site, which exceeds the minimum requirement of one parking space per 250 square feet of gross office floor area. Plans also show pedestrian access crossings, bicycle parking, and a sidewalk connection to the pathway along Lexington Avenue, which would be subject to the review and approval of Ramsey County. Table 3: Additional Design Standards for New Development, Redevelopment and Modifications to Existing Sites in the B2 and B3 Districts Ordinance Requirements Standards Proposed Development Architectural Style and Building Character Site characteristics including building and landscaping materials, colors, textures, shapes, massing, building components, height, roof-line, and setback. To be evaluated with full application Building Materials At least 75% shall be brick masonry, tile masonry, natural stone (or synthetic equivalent), decorative concrete plank, transparent glass or any combination thereof. Plans show stone veneer, cement panels and aluminum composite, Additional information required for evaluation, flexibility identified Building Design At least fifty percent (50%) of the largest building on each site shall be constructed at the front setback line Building appears to be setback 91 feet from Lexington Avenue, flexibility required Window and Door Openings Fifty percent (50%) of all first level building façades that front a public street shall be comprised of transparent windows or doors in order to allow views of interior uses and activities. East elevation appears to include windows, Additional information required for evaluation Building Color Recommended colors include browns, grays, tans, beiges, and dark or muted green, blues, and reds. Elevation images show a tan/gray building, complies Fences Shall blend into the landscape, be compatible with other materials used on site, and be made of a material that minimizes corrosion. Finished and treated wood, brick, stone or wrought iron is encouraged. Fencing not shown in plans, to be evaluated with full application Signs Business signs shall be architecturally compatible with the style, materials, colors and details of the building. Subject to Sign District 5 Wall sign – 80 square feet max. Monument sign – 100 square feet max, Additional information required for evaluation Site Furnishings and Seating Areas Site furnishings shall be provided based on the scale of the project. Site furnishings not shown in plans, Additional information required for evaluation Screening Trash and recycling equipment, materials, and containers to be fully enclosed and integrated into the architecture of the building. Dumpster enclosure shown on civil plans, not in elevations, Additional information required for evaluation Landscaping Minimum of one tree shall be placed along the right- of-way every forty (40) feet. Landscaping plan not provided, Additional information required for evaluation Parking Sufficient parking shall be provided to accommodate the reasonable hourly peak on a given site. 38 parking spaces shown (13 required), complies Traffic Study Shall be required for all new developments, redevelopments, and significant modifications to existing sites unless waived by the City Council. Traffic Study provided Lighting Exterior lighting shall be provided for the safety and convenience of occupants and visitors. Lighting plan not provided, Additional information required for evaluation Page 9 of 10 Pedestrian and Bicycle Circulation Pedestrian and bicycle improvements shall be installed in accordance with the City of Arden Hills Comprehensive Plan and the local guiding plan Plans show pedestrian access, Additional information required for evaluation Bicycle Parking Shall be provided, subject to general requirements Plans show bike rack at front entrance, complies Drainage/Water Management Plan Stormwater management plans shall comply with Rule C: Stormwater Management Plans of the Rice Creek Watershed District Rules. Subject to review and approval by RCWD Environmental Conservation and Sustainability The City encourages the use of green materials and environmentally friendly construction and site design such as the use of pervious surfaces, green rooftops, energy efficient materials, LEED standards, and other green building techniques. To be evaluated with full application Section 1325.06 – Requirements for Parking, Loading and Circulation Site parking is subject to the requirements established in Section 1325.06 for parking and traffic circulation. The Applicant’s plans show the traffic circulation on site and the traffic study provides additional details for anticipated traffic generated by the drive-up window use. The proposed bank is not anticipated negatively impact the level of service conditions at the nearest intersections. The Applicant is required to submit additional civil plans showing on-site waste and emergency vehicle maneuvering in addition to intended areas for snow storage as part of the land use application. The Applicant should also address how the site will facilitate the intended traffic circulation with signage. Plans show signage prohibiting access from the northwest corner but additional signage could be added to direct traffic egress. Staff suggests the Applicant consider the egress locations circled below for potential safety hazards and provide additional auxiliary signage such as “Right/Left Turn Only” signs to be added to the signage plans to minimize traffic hazards. The City Council may consider additional suggestions for the Applicant. Identified Egress Points Page 10 of 10 Approvals required The proposed land use application would require the following approvals: • Subdivision • A Planned Unit Development (PUD) is required for new developments in the B-3 District. In addition, a PUD would allow for performance standard flexibility. • A Conditional Use Permit (CUP) is required for a drive-up window in the B-3 District. • A Site Plan Review is required for a PUD and CUP requiring City approval. Council Discussion Items The proposed use is generally permitted in the B-3 district, as a PUD. A Conditional Use Permit is required for the drive-up window. The following are some items the Council may want to discuss. Where flexibility is identified, the Council may want to discuss conditions that are applicable to the actual impact of the requested flexibility. 1. Proximity to Uses - Flexibility identified • Within 400 feet of a church and residential • Adjacent to other drive-up windows (Cub and Caribou Coffee) 2. Access – Flexibility identified • One shared access to public streets instead of two as required • One access through a parking lot 3. Front Setback Line - Flexibility identified • Proposed shows a front setback line from Lexington Avenue of 91 feet. Waive requirement that at least 50% of the largest building on each site shall be constructed at the front setback line. 4. Building Elevations - Flexibility identified • Allow stone veneer and cement panel as acceptable material 5. Other items as determined by Council. Attachments A. Applicant’s Written Statement B. Civil Plans C. Architectural Plans D. Traffic Study E. Concept Presentation From:Daniel McAuley To:Elena Fransen Cc:"Manske, Kyle @ Minneapolis" Subject:Arden Hills, Arden, MN Follow-up Cub Outparcel for Chase Bank Concept Plan Review Request Date:Tuesday, June 23, 2026 2:54:33 PM Attachments:image002.png image003.png image004.png image005.png image006.png image007.png image009.png ShannonSq.Chase - PLANNING APPLICATION - signed by Owner.pdf 48200R015275_CED-Arden Hills-CONCEPT-PLAN-REVIEW-PACKAGE.pdf 48200R015275_CED-Arden Hills-TRAFFIC_STUDY.pdf Importance:High Elena, Per our previous conversation please find the attached request for concept plan review for the future Chase Bank building to be constructed adjacent to the Cub Foods location at 3717 Lexington Ave. N Arden hills MN 55126. Attached you will find: Land use application Concept plan review Site Civil and Archtectural package. Traffic study. I am overnighting to you the Checks for both our application fee and escrow check. These will be sent overnight to your attention. Project scope includes the construction of a 3,276 SF JP Morgan Chase retail bank building with drive through ATM and night deposit box services. Proposed structure is one (1) story 22’-6” in height. Exterior finishes are a mix of stone Veneer, ACM panel and Nichiha simulated wood siding. Building is to be located in the eastern corner of the existing Cub Foods parking lot. The project includes accessible path of travel to public right of way front store entrance facing Lexington Avenue. Building is of a 5B construction classification. Building will have a standalone fire alarm system installed. Site will require sanitary, storm, water, and electric utility connections. No gas service is proposed. We look forward to meeting with you and your staff soon. Please let us know when you think we can meet with all departments via phone conference in anticipation of the July 13th city council preapplication review. A CED team will plan on attending in person for the concept plane review. Regards, Daniel McAuley Senior Designer | Architecture daniel.mcauley@collierseng.com Direct: 484 567 7670 | Cell: 267 614 6322 | Main: 877 627 3772 181 Washington Street Suite 430 Six Tower Bridge | Conshohocken, Pennsylvania 19428 colliersengineering.com | affiliated authorized entities C.O. C. O . LE X I N G T O N A V E N U E N O R T H (V A R I A B L E W I D T H P U B L I C R I G H T O F W A Y ) PA R C E L 3 OW N E R : S U P I S H A N N O N S Q U A R E L L C P. I . D . : 2 7 - 3 0 - 2 3 - 4 4 - 0 0 1 5 PA R C E L 1 OW N E R : S U P I S H A N N O N S Q U A R E L L C P. I . D . : 2 7 - 3 0 - 2 3 - 4 4 - 0 0 1 3 49.5' HIGHWAY EASEMENT PER DOC. 2312972 HIGHWAY EASEMENT PER DOC. 4828542 TEMPORARY EASEMENT PER DOC. NO. 4802695 ACCESS EASEMENT PER DOC. NO. 3569338 AS CORRECTED BY DOC. NO. 3771226 PARCEL 2 ACCESS EASEMENT D2 PER DOC. NO. 3569338 AS CORRECTED BY DOC. NO. 3771226 (PARCEL 2) EXCEPTION PARCEL 1 ACCESS EASEMENT DR I V E UP A T M TH R U ON L Y PROPOSED ± 3276 SQ. FT. FF = 933.5' 50.0' BUILDING SETBACK 20.0' LANDSCAPE SETBACK20.0' LANDSCAPE SETBACK LE X I N G T O N A V E N U E N O R T H (V A R I A B L E W I D T H P U B L I C R I G H T O F W A Y ) A A A A C C C B B B F F F E E E D D D D D G H I I J K L M N O O P P Q 11 5 7 14 3 R S T U V W SITE DATA: ZONING: SITE :B-3 SERVICE BUSINESS DISTRICT NORTH :B-3 SERVICE BUSINESS DISTRICT EAST :B-3 SERVICE BUSINESS DISTRICT WEST :B-3 SERVICE BUSINESS DISTRICT SOUTH :B-3 SERVICE BUSINESS DISTRICT LAND USE: SITE:VACANT PROPERTY (EXISTING) CHASE BANK (PROPOSED) SETBACKS: FRONT:50' BUILDING REAR:20' BUILDING SIDE:20' BUILDING SIDE YARD INTERIOR-ACCESSORY: 10' BUILDING LANDSCAPING: 20' FROM LOT LINE, EXCEPT FROM APPROVED ACCESS DRIVE BUILDING HEIGHT:35' ALLOWED PARKING: REQUIRED: 1 SPACE FOR EACH 250 SQ. FT. OF GROSS FLOOR AREA. TOTAL: 14 SPACES 2 ADA SPACES FOR 26 TO 50 TOTAL PARKING SPACES PROVIDED: 38 REGULAR SPACES 2 ADA SPACES NUMBER OF PARKING SPACES KEY NOTEA 12 A 0 20 40 60 FT 1" = 20' SCALE BAR C200 SITE PLAN SHEET NUMBER: SCALE: PROJECT NUMBER: DRAWN BY:DATE: DRAWING NAME: CHECKED BY: SHEET TITLE: PROTECT YOURSELF Copyright © 2026. Colliers Engineering & Design All Rights Reserved. This drawing and all the information contained herein is authorized for use only by the party for whom the services were contracted or to whom it is certified. This drawing may not be copied, reused, disclosed, distributed or relied upon for any other purpose without the express written consent of Colliers Engineering & Design. 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BLASEY 24005068A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ___________________________ PTH LANSING (BA) 7050 West Saginaw Hwy. Suite 200 Lansing, MI 48917 517.272.9835 COLLIERS ENGINEERING & DESIGN, ARCHITECTURE, LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE, SURVEYING CT, P.C. Formerly Known as SITE LEGEND: CONCRETE STANDARD PAVEMENT SECTION KEY NOTES: A.STANDARD PAVEMENT SECTION. B.CONCRETE PAVEMENT. C.CONCRETE SIDEWALK. D.BARRIER CURB. E.B-CURB WITH GUTTER (TYP.) F.PEDESTRIAN WALK CURB. G.ADA STRIPPING AND SIGNAGE (TYP.) H.ADA FLARED CURB RAMP. I.PROPOSED STOP / DO NOT ENTER SIGN. J.DUMPSTER ENCLOSURE. K.BIKE RACK. L.DETACHED DRIVE-UP HEADACHE BAR PLAN. M.PEDESTRIAN PATH. N.LINEAR CURB RAMP. O.DETECTABLE WARNING DEVICE. P.BOLLARDS. Q.WHEEL STOP. R.CONCRETE ISLAND. S.ELECTRICAL TRANSFORMER PAD. T.CURB CUT W/ RIPRAP. U.PROPOSED MONUMENT SIGN. V.PROPOSED STOP SIGN. W.PROPOSED HANDRAIL. SEE DETAIL ON C700. PROPERTY LINE PROPERTY SETBACK /EASEMENT LINE PARCEL LINES EXISTING LANDSCAPE ROCK EXISTING LANDSCAPE MULCH DR I V E UP A T M TH R U ON L Y C.O. LE X I N G T O N A V E N U E N O R T H (V A R I A B L E W I D T H P U B L I C R I G H T O F W A Y ) DOMESTIC WATER ENTRY REFER TO MECHANICAL PLANS UTILITY CROSSING MAINTAIN 18" VERTICAL SEPARATION 15 LF 6" PVC SAN SEW. @ 1.00%INV: 930.00 SANITARY SEWER ENTRY REFER TO MECHANICAL PLANS C.O. A INV IN:929.95 E 6" INV OUT:929.95 N 6" 5 LF 6" PVC SAN SEW. @ 1.00% EXISTING SANITARY MH INV: 928.03 N 8" EX INV: 928.03 SW 8" EX INV: 929.03 S 6" PR C.O. 1 INV IN:929.46 N 6" INV OUT:929.46 E 6" ST CB #2 RIM=933.11 INV OUT:929.50 N 6" C.O. 4 INV IN:929.00 W 6" INV IN:929.00 S 6" INV OUT:929.00 E 6" C.O. 5 INV IN:928.55 W 6" INV IN:928.55 S 6" INV OUT:928.55 E 6" C.O. 3 INV IN:929.46 S 6" INV OUT:929.46 E 6" C.O. B INV IN:929.79 S 6" INV OUT:929.79 NW 6" 16 LF 6" PVC SAN SEW. @ 1.00% EXISTING CATCH BASIN RIM=929.89 INV IN: 927.28 SW 12" PROP C.O. 6 INV IN:928.85 W 6" INV OUT:928.85 N 6" 57 LF 6" ST SEW. @ 2.00% 45 LF 6" ST SEW. @ 1.00% 46 LF 6" ST SEW. @ 1.00% 42 LF 6" ST SEW. @ 2.00% 61 LF 6" ST SEW. @ 1.00% 44 L F 1 2 " ST S E W . @ 1 . 0 0 % INV: 929.50 INV: 929.50 INV: 929.60 14 LF 6" ST SEW. @ 0.30% C.O. C INV IN:929.64 SE 6" INV OUT:929.64 N 6" 18 LF 6" PVC SAN SEW. @ 1.00% 22 LF 6" PVC SAN SEW. @ 2.00% C.O. D INV IN:929.46 S 6" INV OUT:929.46 W 6" UTILITY NOTES: 1.ALL WORKMANSHIP, MATERIALS, AND CONSTRUCTION PRACTICES SHALL CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF ARDEN HILLS OR THE AGENCY HAVING JURISDICTION OVER THE APPLICABLE UTILITY. 2.CONTRACTOR IS RESPONSIBLE FOR REPAIRS OF DAMAGE TO ANY EXISTING UTILITY DURING CONSTRUCTION AT NO COST TO THE OWNER. 3.ALL FILL MATERIAL IS TO BE IN PLACE, AND COMPACTED BEFORE INSTALLATION OF PROPOSED UTILITIES. 4.CONTRACTOR SHALL NOTIFY THE UTILITY COMPANIES 72 HOURS BEFORE CONNECTING TO ANY EXISTING LINE. 5.IN THE EVENT OF A VERTICAL CONFLICT BETWEEN WATERLINES, SANITARY LINES, STORM LINES AND GAS LINES (EXISTING AND PROPOSED), THE CONTRACTOR SHALL NOTIFY THE ENGINEER AS SOON AS THE CONFLICT IS DISCOVERED. 6.TOPS OF EXISTING UTILITY STRUCTURES SHALL BE ADJUSTED TO FINISHED GRADE. 7.EXISTING UTILITIES SHALL BE VERIFIED IN FIELD PRIOR TO INSTALLATION OF ANY NEW LINES. 8.CONTRACTOR IS RESPONSIBLE FOR COMPLYING TO THE CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS OF THE UTILITY OWNERS. 9.THE CONTRACTOR IS SPECIFICALLY CAUTIONED THAT THE LOCATION AND/OR ELEVATION OF EXISTING UTILITIES AS SHOWN ON THESE PLANS IS BASED ON RECORDS OF THE VARIOUS UTILITY COMPANIES, AND WHERE POSSIBLE, MEASUREMENTS TAKEN IN THE FIELD. THE INFORMATION IS NOT TO BE RELIED ON AS BEING EXACT OR COMPLETE. THE CONTRACTOR MUST CALL THE APPROPRIATE UTILITY COMPANIES AT LEAST 72 HOURS BEFORE ANY EXCAVATION TO REQUEST EXACT FIELD LOCATION OF UTILITIES. IT SHALL BE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE CONTRACTOR TO RELOCATE ALL EXISTING UTILITIES WHICH CONFLICT WITH THE PROPOSED IMPROVEMENTS SHOWN ON THE PLANS. 10.CONTRACTOR SHALL COORDINATE WITH ALL UTILITY COMPANIES FOR INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS AND SPECIFICATIONS. 11.CONTRACTOR SHALL REFER TO ARCHITECTURAL PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR ACTUAL LOCATION AND ELEVATIONS OF ALL UTILITY ENTRANCES TO INCLUDE SANITARY SEWER LATERALS, DOMESTIC AND FIRE PROTECTION WATER SERVICE, ELECTRICAL, TELEPHONE, AND GAS SERVICE. CONTRACTOR SHALL COORDINATE INSTALLATION OF UTILITIES, IN SUCH A MANNER AS TO AVOID CONFLICTS AND ASSURE PROPER DEPTHS ARE ACHIEVED AS WELL. AS COORDINATING WITH UTILITY REQUIREMENTS AS TO LOCATION AND SCHEDULING FOR TIE-INS/CONNECTIONS PRIOR TO CONNECTING TO EXISTING UTILITIES. 12.THE CONTRACTOR SHALL CONDUCT ALL REQUIRED TESTS TO THE SATISFACTION OF THE RESPECTIVE UTILITY COMPANIES AND THE OWNER'S INSPECTING AUTHORITIES. 13.CONTRACTOR SHALL COMPLY TO THE FULLEST EXTENT WITH THE LATEST STANDARDS OF OSHA DIRECTIVES OR ANY OTHER AGENCY HAVING JURISDICTION FOR EXCAVATION AND TRENCHING PROCEDURES. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL USE SUPPORT SYSTEMS, SLOPING, BENCHING, AND OTHER MEANS OF PROTECTION. THIS TO INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED FOR ACCESS AND EGRESS FROM ALL EXCAVATION AND TRENCHING. CONTRACTOR IS RESPONSIBLE TO COMPLY WITH PERFORMANCE CRITERIA FOR OSHA. 14.CONTRACTOR SHALL FIELD VERIFY ALL EXISTING PIPE SIZES AND INVERTS ELEVATIONS BEFORE ORDERING MANHOLE AND CATCH BASIN STRUCTURES. 15.ALL UTILITIES BELOW PAVED AREAS SHALL BE BACKFILLED WITH 100% GRANULAR MATERIAL (OR APPROVED OTHER) AND COMPACTED TO 95% OF ITS MAXIMUM UNIT WEIGHT. 16.ALL RIM ELEVATIONS IN OUTLAWN AREAS ARE APPROXIMATE ONLY AND SHALL BE ADJUSTED BY THE CONTRACTOR AFTER FINAL GRADES ARE ESTABLISHED. UTILITY LEGEND: STORM SEWER YARD BASIN CATCH BASIN EXISTING HYDRANT EXISTING VALVE/CURB BOX EXISTING P.I.V. SANITARY SEWER SANITARY CLEANOUT WATER MAIN UTILITY CROSSING SANITARY SEWER MANHOLE STORM MANHOLE ELECTRIC GAS 0 20 40 60 FT 1" = 20' SCALE BAR C400 UTILITY PLAN SHEET NUMBER: SCALE: PROJECT NUMBER: DRAWN BY:DATE: DRAWING NAME: CHECKED BY: SHEET TITLE: PROTECT YOURSELF Copyright © 2026. Colliers Engineering & Design All Rights Reserved. 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BLASEY 24005068A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ___________________________ PTH LANSING (BA) 7050 West Saginaw Hwy. Suite 200 Lansing, MI 48917 517.272.9835 COLLIERS ENGINEERING & DESIGN, ARCHITECTURE, LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE, SURVEYING CT, P.C. Formerly Known as EXISTING SANITARY SEWER MANHOLE STORM CLEANOUT EXISTING STORM SEWER EXISTING SANITARY SEWER C.O. C.O. C. O . LE X I N G T O N A V E N U E N O R T H (V A R I A B L E W I D T H P U B L I C R I G H T O F W A Y ) DR I V E UP A T M TH R U ON L Y PROPOSED ± 3276 SQ. FT. FF = 933.5' LE X I N G T O N A V E N U E N O R T H (V A R I A B L E W I D T H P U B L I C R I G H T O F W A Y ) 93 4 93 3 933 932 93 2 931 931 933 933 932 932 932 932 932 93 3 93 3 9 3 3 933 93 3 933 932 93 2 93 2 93 3 -3 . 4 9 % -3 . 8 7 % -4.4 3 % -1.39% -1.00% - 1 . 9 9 % - 1 . 8 3 % -3.26% -1.1 3 % -1 . 8 7 % -2 . 8 3 % -1. 1 2 % -1.9 8 % - 2 . 9 2 % -2.31 % -2.51% -2.54% -1 . 5 5 % -4 . 6 8 % -3.4 7 % -4 . 5 3 % -1. 4 1 % -1.55% SESC NOTES: 1.CONTRACTOR IS TO CONTACT THE RAMSEY COUNTY DRAIN COMMISSIONERS OFFICE AT LEAST THREE (3) DAYS PRIOR TO THE START OF CONSTRUCTION. 2.CONTRACTOR IS RESPONSIBLE FOR INSTALLING AND MAINTAINING ALL SOIL EROSION CONTROL MEASURES DURING CONSTRUCTION. SESC MEASURES SHOULD BE CHECKED DAILY AND AFTER STORM EVENTS FOR EFFECTIVENESS. OWNER SHALL MAINTAIN ALL PERMANENT SESC MEASURES AFTER CONSTRUCTION IS COMPLETE. ALL SESC MEASURES SHALL BE CHECKED MONTHLY FOR ONE YEAR FOR EFFECTIVENESS. ANY MEASURES THAT HAVE FAILED SHALL BE REPAIRED AND/OR REPLACED. 3.ALL TEMPORARY S.E.C. MEASURES SHALL BE MAINTAINED 30 DAYS AFTER CONSTRUCTION IS COMPLETE OR UNTIL GRADED AREAS ARE STABILIZED. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR REMOVING TEMPORARY SESC MEASURES. 4.ALL GRADED AREAS EXPOSED FOR MORE THAN 20 DAYS SHALL HAVE STRAW MULCH APPLIED AT THE RATE OF 3 TONS / ACRE. AREAS NOT AT FINISHED GRADE AND WHICH WILL BE DISTURBED AGAIN WITHIN ONE YEAR MUST BE SEEDED AND MULCHED WITH QUICK GROWING TEMPORARY SEEDING MIXTURE AND MULCH. AREAS WHICH ARE AT FINISHED GRADE AND WILL NOT BE DISTURBED FOR A YEAR MUST BE SEEDED AND MULCHED WITH A PERMANENT SEED MIXTURE. 5.ONLY LIMITED DISTURBANCE WILL BE PERMITTED TO PROVIDE ACCESS TO THE SITE FOR GRADING AND TO CONSTRUCT SEDIMENT BASINS, SEDIMENT TRAPS, DIVERSION TERRACES, INTERCEPTOR CHANNELS, AND/OR CHANNELS OF CONVEYANCE AS APPROPRIATE. 6.EROSION AND SEDIMENTATION CONTROLS MUST BE CONSTRUCTED, STABILIZED, AND FUNCTIONAL BEFORE SITE DISTURBANCE WITH THE TRIBUTARY AREAS OF THOSE CONTROLS. 7.UNTIL THE SITE IS STABILIZED, ALL EROSION AND SEDIMENTATION MUST BE MAINTAINED PROPERLY. MAINTENANCE MUST INCLUDE INSPECTIONS OF ALL EROSION AND SEDIMENTATION CONTROL ON A DAILY BASIS AND AFTER EACH STORM EVENT. ALL PREVENTATIVE AND REMEDIAL MAINTENANCE WORK, INCLUDING CLEAN OUT, REPAIR, REPLACEMENT, REGRADING, RESEEDING, REMULCHING, AND RENETTING, MUST BE PERFORMED IMMEDIATELY. 8.CONTACT INFORMATION FOR THE ON-SITE EXCAVATING CONTRACTORS, HAULING CONTRACTORS, ETC., PERSON AND COMPANY, INCLUDING OFFICE, MOBILE AND FAX PHONE NUMBERS, SHALL BE SUBMITTED TO THE RAMSEY COUNTY DRAIN COMMISSIONER'S OFFICE PRIOR TO COMMENCEMENT OF EARTH DISTURBANCE. 9.APPROVAL OF THE SOIL EROSION PERMIT DOES NOT AUTHORIZE ANY EARTH DISTURBANCE ACTIVITY OFF-SITE WITHOUT WRITTEN PERMISSION FOR THAT EARTH DISTURBANCE ACTIVITY FROM THE LANDOWNER. 10.NO DEWATERING IS PLANNED FOR THIS PROJECT. IF DEWATERING IS REQUIRED, THE CONTRACTOR SHALL SUBMIT A DEWATERING PLAN FOR APPROVAL TO THE RAMSEY COUNTY DRAIN COMMISSIONER'S OFFICE AND/OR THE MPCA AS REQUIRED. NO DEWATERING SHALL COMMENCE UNTIL APPROVAL HAS BEEN OBTAINED. 0 20 40 60 FT 1" = 20' SCALE BAR SEQUENCE OF CONSTRUCTION NOTES: NOTE:THIS TEXT IS NOT INTENDED TO DICTATE A METHODS AND MEANS TO THE CONTRACTOR. IT IS THE SUGGESTED PROCESS FOR CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES IN ORDER TO MINIMIZE THE AMOUNT OF SOIL EROSION TO THE SITE AND TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE SOIL EROSION AND SEDIMENTATION CONTROL PERMIT. AS PART OF THE PERMIT CONDITIONS, THE CONTRACTOR WILL BE HELD TO THIS SCHEDULE AND TO THE SOIL EROSION PLAN. IF THE CONTRACTOR SEES FIT, HE OR SHE MAY AMEND THIS SCHEDULE AND/OR PLAN, BUT A REVISED WRITTEN SEQUENCING SCHEDULE AND/OR SOIL EROSION PLAN MUST BE SUBMITTED TO THE RAMSEY COUNTY DRAIN COMMISSIONER FOR APPROVAL PRIOR TO DEVIATING TO THIS SCHEDULE AND/OR PLAN. STEP 1:INSTALL TEMPORARY SOIL EROSION CONTROL MEASURES STEP 2:ROUGH GRADING: STRIPPING AND STOCKPILING TOPSOIL. AREAS THAT WILL NOT BE FURTHER DISTURBED DURING THE COURSE OF CONSTRUCTION SHALL BE IMMEDIATELY SEEDED WITH MULCH. EXCESS MATERIAL SHALL EITHER BE STOCKPILED IN THE AREAS SHOWN ON THE DRAWINGS, LEVELED ON SITE, OR DISPOSED OF OFF-SITE IN A LEGAL MANNER. STOCKPILES SHALL BE TEMPORARILY STABILIZED WITH SILT FENCE AND/OR TEMPORARY SEEDING. STEP 3:UNDERGROUND UTILITIES. EXCAVATED MATERIAL FOR UTILITIES SHALL EITHER BE STOCKPILED, LEVELED ON SITE, OR DISPOSED OF OFF-SITE IN A LEGAL MANNER. STEP 4:BUILDING CONSTRUCTION STEP 5:FINAL GRADING (1): AREAS OUTSIDE THE INFLUENCE OF FURTHER CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES SHALL BE FINAL GRADED AND STABILIZED WITH PERMANENT SEED AND MULCH. STEP 6:PAVING. STEP 7:FINAL GRADING (2):ALL REMAINING AREAS SHALL BE SEEDED AND MULCHED WITHIN 5 DAYS OF FINAL GRADING. STEP 8:TEMPORARY SOIL EROSION CONTROL MEASURES ARE TO BE REMOVED WHEN PERMANENT MEASURES ARE IN PLACE AND THE AREA IS STABILIZED. CONTINUED MAINTENANCE OF ALL PERMANENT SOIL EROSION AND SEDIMENTATION CONTROL MEASURES SHALL BE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE OWNER. MAINTENANCE RESPONSIBILITIES SHALL BECOME A PART OF ANY SALES OR EXCHANGE AGREEMENT FOR THE LAND ON WHICH THE PERMANENT SOIL EROSION AND SEDIMENTATION CONTROL MEASURES ARE LOCATED. C310 SESC PLAN SHEET NUMBER: SCALE: PROJECT NUMBER: DRAWN BY:DATE: DRAWING NAME: CHECKED BY: SHEET TITLE: PROTECT YOURSELF Copyright © 2026. Colliers Engineering & Design All Rights Reserved. This drawing and all the information contained herein is authorized for use only by the party for whom the services were contracted or to whom it is certified. This drawing may not be copied, reused, disclosed, distributed or relied upon for any other purpose without the express written consent of Colliers Engineering & Design. 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RM. 115 JAN. 120 LAO 114 M.T. 104 LOBBY 102 LIVING ROOM 103 7 8 8 8 8 9 10 10 11 11 11 11 11 11 4 17 4 4 23 22 OE 01-BW OE 01-BW ME 01ME 06 9 12 21 SO L . # 3 - 7 5 " 5 5 520 8 MK T - M - D S LG+WELL-M-WM 55"F-LND-2 AR T W O R K / N O M E R C H AR T W O R K / N O M E R C H ARTWORK/ NO MERCH SO - L B SO - L B SO - L B SO - L B SO - L B F-SQ H BE/G TF-RTF-L 5 5 17 4 17 4 17 4 17 4 17 4 17 4 16 21 Colliers Engineering & Design Colliers Engineering& Design AR C H D 2 4 x 3 6 PROJECT MANAGER: DESIGNER:REVIEWER: DISCIPLINE LEAD: DRAWING NUMBER: DATE ISSUED:PROJECT NUMBER: SHEET NAME: Copyright © 2025. Colliers Engineering & Design All Rights Reserved. This drawing and all the information contained herein is authorized for use only by the party for whom the services were contracted or to whom it is certified. This drawing may not be copied, reused, disclosed, distributed or relied upon for any other purpose without the express written consent of Colliers Engineering & Design. www.colliersengineering.com NOTE: DO NOT SCALE DRAWING FOR CONSTRUCTION.                   Arden Hills 3673-3717 LEXINGTON AVENUE S. Arden Hills, MN 55126 HUNTER DECKER A1.1.1 FLOOR PLAN 4/30/2025 24010765A NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION 90% SUBMISSION KEYNOTES #  3/16" = 1'-0"1 FLOOR PLAN 2 ELECTRICAL PANELS: LOCKING ENCLOSURES FOR ELECTRICAL MAIN SERVICE AND DISTRIBUTION 3 ROOF ACCESS LADDER & SCUTTLE: REFER TO ROOF PLAN AND DETAIL AS NOTED 4 SOFFIT / BULKHEAD ABOVE: REFER TO REFLECTED CEILING PLANS, SECTIONS, DETAILS AND INTERIOR ELEVATIONS. PROVIDE DEFLECTION TRACK AT UNDERSIDE OF ROOF / FLOOR STRUCTURE ABOVE TO ALLOW BULKHEAD TO REST ON DEMOUNTABLE PARTITION SYSTEM BELOW. 5 FURNITURE: REFER TO FURNITURE SCHEDULE- COORD. ELEC., DATA AND SECURITY CONNECTIONS AND TERMINATIONS 6 FLOOR MATERIAL TRANSITION: REFER TO DETAIL 1/A3.3.1 7 ENTRANCE CANOPY: SHOP FABRICATED PRE-FINISHED CUSTOM ALUMINUM CANOPY UNIT WITH INTEGRAL ELECTRICAL AND DRAINAGE SYSTEMS FASTENDED TO BUILDING STRUCTUREREFER TO ELEVATIONS AND WALL SECTIONS 8 CUSTOM SHOP-FABRICATED BUILT-IN MILLWORK: REFER TO INTERIOR ELEVATIONS- SUBMIT SHOP DRAWINGS AND FINISH SAMPLES TO ARCHITECT FOR APPROVAL 9 ADJUSTABLE SHELVES: REFER TO INTERIOR ELEVATIONS- PROVIDE BLOCKING IN WALL AS REQUIRED 10 CONCRETE STOOP: ACCESSIBILITY-COMPLIANT CONTINUOUS PAVING TO PUBLIC R.O.W. REQD. FROM ALL EXITS 11 EQUIPMENT / APPLIANCE: REFER TO EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION MANUAL- COORDINATE WITH EQUIPMENT INSTALLER- PROVIDE ELECTRICAL, DATA AND SECURITY ROUGH-IN WORK AS REQUIREDFRAME WALL OPENING AND PREPARE FLOOR SUBSTRATE AS REQUIRED. PROVIDE BLOCKING IN WALL AS REQUIRED 12 FIRE EXTINGUISHER AND CABINET: PROVIDE THE MINIMUM NUMBER AS REQUIRED AND COORDINATE LOCATIONS WITH CODE REQUIREMENTS AND ADJACENT ACCESSIBILITY CLEARANCES 16 STOREFRONT GLAZING SYSTEM INTERIOR PARTITION- REFER TO INTERIOR ELEVATIONS 17 DEMOUNTABLE PARTITION SYSTEM WITH INTEGRAL DOORS AND POWER, DATA AND SECURITY CONDUIT SYSTEMS, ANCHORED TO BUILDING WALLS AND FLOOR. SOFFIT AND BULKHEAD FRAMING MUST FOLLOW THE FURNITURE VENDOR'S DEMOUNTABLE PARTITION SHOP DRAWINGS TO ENSURE ALIGNMENT. THE AOR'S DIMENSIONED PLAN DRAWING IS SUPERSEDED BY THE PARTITION SHOP DRAWINGS. REFER TO FURNITURE VENDOR'S RETAIL BRANCH – PRIVACY WALL ARCHITECTURAL WALL STANDARDS FOR PLANNING AND COORDINATION DETAILS. G.C. TO NOTIFY ARCHITECT OF ANY AND ALL DISCREPANCIES VIA RFI PRIOR TO FRAMING 20 AUDIO/VIDEO EQUIPMENT: REFER TO TELCOM DRAWING PACKAGE 21 REGULATORY SIGNAGE: ADHESIVE PLACCARD PROVIDED AND INSTALLED BY OWNER'S MERCHANDISING OR SIGNAGE VENDOR (N.I.C.) 22 FIRE ALARM EQUIPMENT LOCATION: FIRE ALARM CONTROL PANEL, COMMUNICATOR, DOCUMENTATION ENCLOSURE, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT/DEVICES; NOT PERMITTED IN DATA ROOM OR AREAS VISIBLE TO CUSTOMERS 23 REFUSE BIN- REFER TO MISCELLANEOUS EQUIPMENT SCHEDULE REV DATE DESCRIPTION A 2025.04.22 ELEVATIONS FOR BRANDBOOK B 2025.05.07 CD_30 C 2025.05.28 CD_90 S 15cd 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. GENERAL CONTRACTOR SHALL TAKE NOTE OF ALL GENERAL PROJECT REQUIREMENTS NOTED ON THE COVER SHEET OF THIS CONTRACT DOCUMENT SET. ALL COMMUNICATION FOR THIS PROJECT MUST BE DIRECTED THROUGH THE BERGMANN PM DIRECT CONTACT OF BERGMANN CONSULTANTS IS PROHIBITED PRIOR TO RECEIVING APPROVAL FROM THE ARCHITECT OF RECORD. ANY DISCREPANCIES BETWEEN DRAWINGS AND FIELD CONDITIONS TO BE REPORTED TO CHASE BANK PM AND AOR IMMEDIATELY. ALL EXISTING CONDITIONS, DIMENSIONS, AND ARE TO BE VERIFIED IN THE FIELD PRIOR TO ANY NEW CONSTRUCTION. GC RESPONSIBLE TO MAINTAIN ONSITE THE MOST CURRENT CONSTRUCTION DRAWINGS AND SPECIFICATION MANUAL PRIOR TO AND DURING COURSE OF CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES. GENERAL NOTES 1. 2. 3. 4. GENERAL CONTRACTOR TO COORDINATE SCOPE WITH ALL APPLICABLE TRADES AND VENDORS. REFER TO SCHEDULES LOCATED ON DRAWINGS A3.3.1 & A3.5 FOR PRODUCT INFORMATION. COORDINATE ALL POWER, DATA REQUIREMENTS WITH ELECTRICAL AND TELCOM DRAWING PACKAGES. A6.0 SERIES DRAWING PLANS, DETAILS AND ELEVATIONS SHOULD BE REFERENCED PRIOR TO INSTALLATION. RCP NOTES LAO 114 DATA 121 CASH. RM. 115 LOUNGE 119 JAN. 120 HALLWAY 116 RESTROOM 117 RESTROOM 118 PCS 5 110 PCS 4 109 BOOTH 108 BOOTH 107 PCS 3 106 CONF. 105 24 HR. TRANSACTION VESTIBULE 101 LOBBY 102LIVING ROOM 103 PCS 2 111 PCS 1 112 EQUIP./ PRINT/ FILE RM. 113 SUN SHADE BY STOREFRONT SYSTEM MANUFACTURER- REFER TO EXTERIOR ELEVATIONS ACT-28' - 0" EQ EQ EQ EQ ACT-2 8' - 0" EQ EQ EQ EQ ACT-2 8' - 0" ACT-2 8' - 6" 2' - 0 " 2' - 0" OPEN DECK EQ EQ EQ EQ OPEN DECK ACT-2 9' - 0" PT-500 8' - 10" 2' - 8 1/2"5' - 10"2' - 6 1/2" 4' - 8 3/4" 4' - 0 " 2' - 8 " ACT-2 ACT-2 9' - 0" 9' - 0" PT-500 7' - 6" PT-500 10' - 0" ACT-2 10' - 0" EQ EQ 2 A5.3.3 1 A5.3.3 EQ 4' - 0"EQ ACT-2 10' - 0" EQ 4' - 0"EQ ACT-2 10' - 0" 5 A5.3.3 PT-500 10' - 0" EQ 4' - 0"EQ 4' - 0 " V . I . F . 8" 4' - 0 " V . I . F . 8" EQ EQEQ 2' - 6 3/4"7' - 10"2' - 6 3/4" 1' - 7 3 / 4 " 7' - 7 1 / 2 " 1' - 1 0 1 / 4 " EQ EQ EQ EQ PT-500 10' - 0"ACT-2 10' - 10 1/4" EQ EQ EQ EQ EQ 4' - 0"EQ ACT-4 10' - 0" 6' - 3" WD-502 WD-502 9' - 11 3/8"9' - 11 3/8" PT-500 PT-50010' - 0"10' - 0" EQ EQ EQ ACT-2 10' - 0"ACT-2 10' - 0" PT-500 10' - 0" EQ 4' - 0"EQ EQ 4' - 0"EQ EQ EQ EQ EQ ACT-2 8' - 0" 1' - 3 1/2" 7" 4 A5.1.1 4 A5.3.3 ACT-2 9' - 0" 3 A5.1.2 EQ EQ 1' - 5 3 / 4 " 1' - 8 3 / 4 " 1' - 8 3 / 4 " 1' - 5 3 / 4 " 10 A5.3.3 - --- SUN SHADE BY STOREFRONT SYSTEM MANUFACTURER- REFER TO EXTERIOR ELEVATIONS USG COMPASSO ELITE 1-SIDED SHADE POCKET WITH 3" CLOSURE PLATE- CONT. AT EXTERIOR WALL FOR ALL ACT-RECESSED SHADE POCKETS WT-1 WT-1 WT-1 WT-1 WT-1 SURFACE-MOUNT SHADE HOUSING BY SHADE VENDOR WT-1WT-1 WT-5 EQ L-2 L-2 L-2 L-2 L-2 L-2 L-2 L-2 L-2 L-2 L-2 L-2 L-2 L-2 L-500(3W) L- 5 0 0 ( 3 W ) L- 5 0 0 ( 3 W ) L- 5 0 0 ( 3 W ) L- 5 0 0 ( 3 W ) L-410 L-11 L-11 L-11 L-11 L-11L-11 L- 5 0 0 ( 3 W ) L- 5 0 0 ( 3 W ) L-11L-11 L-11 L-11 L-11 L-11 L-11 L-11 L- 5 0 0 ( 3 0 0 W ) L- 5 0 0 ( 3 0 0 W ) L-2 L-2 L-2 L-2 L-2L-2 L- 5 0 0 ( 3 W ) L- 5 0 0 ( 3 W ) L- 5 0 0 ( 3 W ) L- 5 0 0 ( 3 W ) L- 8 - E M L- 8 - E M FL - R A FL - R A FL - R A FL - R A FL - R A FL - R A FL - R A FL - R A FL - R A FL - R A FL - R A FL - R A FL - R A FL - R A FL - R A FL - R A MI N . 1' - 0 " L- 5 0 0 ( 3 W ) , TY P . ACT-4 10' - 10" EQ EQ EQ 6' - 0"EQ EQ EQ L-2 L-2 L-410 L-410 L-413L-410 L-410L-410 L-410 L-410 L- 5 0 0 L- 5 0 0 L- 5 0 0 L- 5 0 0 L- 5 0 0 L- 5 0 0 L- 5 0 0 L- 5 0 0 L- 5 0 0 L- 5 0 0 L- 5 0 0 L- 5 0 0 L- 5 0 0 L- 5 0 0 L- 5 0 0 L- 5 0 0 L- 5 0 0 EQ L-2L-2 EQ EQ EQ EQ EQ EQ 16 ' - 0 1 / 2 " 1' - 2 1 / 4 " 13 ' - 0 " Colliers Engineering & Design Colliers Engineering& Design AR C H D 2 4 x 3 6 PROJECT MANAGER: DESIGNER:REVIEWER: DISCIPLINE LEAD: DRAWING NUMBER: DATE ISSUED:PROJECT NUMBER: SHEET NAME: Copyright © 2025. Colliers Engineering & Design All Rights Reserved. This drawing and all the information contained herein is authorized for use only by the party for whom the services were contracted or to whom it is certified. This drawing may not be copied, reused, disclosed, distributed or relied upon for any other purpose without the express written consent of Colliers Engineering & Design. www.colliersengineering.com NOTE: DO NOT SCALE DRAWING FOR CONSTRUCTION.                   Arden Hills 3673-3717 LEXINGTON AVENUE S. Arden Hills, MN 55126 HUNTER DECKER A1.2 REFLECTED CEILING PLAN 4/30/2025 24010765A NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION 90% SUBMISSION  1/4" = 1'-0"1 REFLECTED CEILING PLAN REV DATE DESCRIPTION A 2025.04.22 ELEVATIONS FOR BRANDBOOK B 2025.05.07 CD_30 C 2025.05.28 CD_90 A2.1 2 A2.2 1 A2.2 2 4 A5.1.1 1 5 7 8 15 10 17 18 18 - --- 11 A5.1.1 2 1 19 19 1 3 4 10 A5.1.2 12 20 - 7 7 13 6 613 13 4 6 6 4 13 - --- Colliers Engineering & Design Colliers Engineering& Design AR C H D 2 4 x 3 6 PROJECT MANAGER: DESIGNER:REVIEWER: DISCIPLINE LEAD: DRAWING NUMBER: DATE ISSUED:PROJECT NUMBER: SHEET NAME: Copyright © 2025. Colliers Engineering & Design All Rights Reserved. This drawing and all the information contained herein is authorized for use only by the party for whom the services were contracted or to whom it is certified. This drawing may not be copied, reused, disclosed, distributed or relied upon for any other purpose without the express written consent of Colliers Engineering & Design. www.colliersengineering.com NOTE: DO NOT SCALE DRAWING FOR CONSTRUCTION.                   Arden Hills 3673-3717 LEXINGTON AVENUE S. Arden Hills, MN 55126 HUNTER DECKER A1.3 ROOF PLAN 4/30/2025 24010765A NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION 90% SUBMISSION 1 LOW-SLOPE ROOFING: THERMOPLASTIC SHEET MEMBRANE ROOFING (INITIAL SRI > 82 & 3-YEAR-AGED SRI > 64) INSTALLED OVER TAPERED INSULATION AS REQUIRED TO FORM RIDGES, VALLEYS, CRICKETS AND SADDLES AS REQUIRED TO ACHIEVE MINIMUM 1/4" PER FOOT PITCH OR MANUFACTURER'S MINIMUM PITCH REQUIREMENTS FOR THE APPLICATION, WHICHEVER IS GREATER - FORM SLOPES TO ELIMINATE THE POSSIBILITY OF PONDING; REFER TO WALL SECTIONS AND CONSTRUCTION TYPES 2 ROOFING TRAFFIC PADS: SURFACE-ADHERED TEXTURED WALKWAY MATERIAL PER ROOFING MANUFACTURER SPECIFICATIONS TO ALL MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT 3 PIPE PENETRATION: PREFABRICATED WATER-TIGHT SURFACE-ADHERED ROOFING PORTAL COMPATIBLE WITH ROOFING MATERIAL- REFER TO MECH. ENG. DRAWINGS 4 SCUPPER: WATER-TIGHT PRE-FINISHED ALUMINUM THROUGH-WALL DRAINAGE CHANNEL- REFER TO DETAILS AS NOTED. PAINT TO MATCH ADJACENT WALL FINISH 5 ROOF DRAIN: METAL DRAIN PAN AND BASKET ASSEMBLY WITH CLAMP RING SECURED WATER-TIGHT TO ROOFING MEMBRANE- REFER TO PLUMBING FIXTURE SCHEDULE. ALL ROOF DRAINS TO BE CONNECTED UNDERGROUND TO STORM SYSTEM 6 OVERFLOW DRAIN: METAL DRAIN PAN AND BASKET ASSEMBLY WITH CLAMP RING SECURED WATER-TIGHT TO ROOFING MEMBRANE- REFER TO PLUMBING FIXTURE SCHEDULE 7 PARAPET COPING SYSTEM: SHOP-FABRICATED PRE-FINISHED ALUMINUM- REFER TO WALL SECTIONS FOR DETAILS AND EXTERIOR ELEVATIONS FOR COLOR 8 BAY ROOF: SEALED-JOINT ACM COPING / CLADDING SYSTEM OVER LOW-SLOPE ROOFING AND RAIN SCREEN WATERPROOFING SYSTEM; REFER TO EXTERIOR ELEVATIONS AND WALL SECTIONS 10 MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT: VENTILATION UNIT, PACKAGED ROOFTOP HEATING AND COOLING UNIT OR SPLIT-SYSTEM A/C UNIT MOUNTED TO SHOP-FAB. VIBRATION-ISOLATING RAIL OR INSULATED CURB UNIT- LAP FLASH WATER-TIGHT TO ROOFING MEMBRANE. REFER TO DETAILS 1A/M2 AND 1B/M2 12 SURFACE-MOUNT MECHANICAL PIPING: REFRIGERANT PIPING SUPPORTED ON ROOFING BY B-LINE DURA-BLOK PREFAB. RUBBER-BASE GALVANIZED STEEL UNISTRUT PIPE SUPPORTS AT 8'-0" O.C. MAX 13 SURFACE-MOUNT SIGNAGE EQUIPMENT ENCLOSURE: WATER-TIGHT SHOP-FABRICATED METAL SIGNAGE ENCLOSURE BY SIGN VENDOR- SECURE TO BACKSIDE OF PARAPET WALL WITH MINIMAL PENETRATIONS OF ROOFING MEMBRANE- PROVIDE PERIMETER WATER-TIGHT SEALANT COMPATIBLE WITH ROOF MEMBRANE 15 SCUTTLE: PREFAB. INSULATED ROOF SCUTTLE WITH RETRACTABLE SAFETY POSTFLASH WATER-TIGHT TO ROOFING MEMBRANE- PROVIDE CARABINER THROUGH LATCH 17 ENTRANCE CANOPY: SHOP FABRICATED PRE-FINISHED CUSTOM ALUMINUM CANOPY UNIT WITH INTEGRAL ELECTRICAL AND DRAINAGE SYSTEMS FASTENDED TO BUILDING STRUCTURE- REFER TO ELEVATIONS AND WALL SECTIONS. ALL ROOF DRAINS TO BE CONNECTED UNDERGROUND TO STORM SYSTEM 18 SUNSHADE: BY STOREFRONT SYSTEM MANUFACTURER- REFER TO EXTERIOR ELEVATION NOTES 19 FUTURE PHOTOVOLTAIC PANEL ARRAY AREA: FOR DETAILS OF FUTURE PV SYSTEM, REFER TO "ROOFTOP SOLAR PROGRAM STANDARD BUILDING PACKAGE" DRAWINGS POSTED TO OVP/SPOTLIGHT; ADDITIONAL STRUCTURAL LOADING IS 5PSF AT SLOPED ROOFS AND 10PSF AT FLAT ROOFS; AREA FOR FUTURE PV PANELS SHALL BE CLEAR OF ALL SURFACE-MOUNTED CONDUITS, CONDENSATE DRAINS AND OTHER INFRASTRUCTURE (WHICH SHOULD ALL BE LOCATED AS CLOSE TO THE PERIMETER OF THE ROOF INASMUCH AS POSSIBLE) 20 FUTURE PHOTOVOLTAIC EQUIPMENT AREA: REFER TO ELEC. RISER DIAGRAM, SHEET E3  3/16" = 1'-0"1 ROOF PLAN KEYNOTES # REV DATE DESCRIPTION A 2025.04.22 ELEVATIONS FOR BRANDBOOK B 2025.05.07 CD_30 C 2025.05.28 CD_90 FIRST FLOOR0' - 0" T.O. FC 2 ROOF22' - 6" T.O. ST 4 ROOF20' - 4" T.O. FC 1 ROOF18' - 0" B. O. SHADE10' - 0" T.O. ATM ROOF14' - 6" FINISH GRADE-0' - 6" 11 30 FC-1 RC-1 FC-2 RC-1 7 ST-4 RC-1 FC-2 RC-1 6 7 9A 17 18 - --- 30 B.O. SUN SHADES 7'-0" MIN. ABOVE GRADE/ PAVEMENT IMMEDIATELY BELOW. DELTE SUN SHADES WHERE THEY WOULD BE LOWER. - --- 1 A5.1.2 - ---- --- 1 20 1 A5.1.2 1 A5.1.2 10 ' - 4 " EQ 8' - 4"EQ FIRST FLOOR0' - 0" T.O. FC 2 ROOF 22' - 6" T.O. ST 4 ROOF20' - 4" T.O. FC 1 ROOF18' - 0" B. O. SHADE10' - 0" T.O. ATM ROOF14' - 6" FINISH GRADE-0' - 6"1 3A 3B 3C --- - 5 5 5 6 3' - 6 " 7 RC-1 ST-4 FC-1 RC-1 ACM-1 FC-2 RC-1 FC-2 RC-1 B.O. SUN SHADES 7'-0" MIN. ABOVE GRADE/ PAVEMENT IMMEDIATELY BELOW. DELTE SUN SHADES WHERE THEY WOULD BE LOWER. 13 18 19 30 - --- 1 A5.1.2 Colliers Engineering & Design Colliers Engineering& Design AR C H D 2 4 x 3 6 PROJECT MANAGER: DESIGNER:REVIEWER: DISCIPLINE LEAD: DRAWING NUMBER: DATE ISSUED:PROJECT NUMBER: SHEET NAME: Copyright © 2025. Colliers Engineering & Design All Rights Reserved. This drawing and all the information contained herein is authorized for use only by the party for whom the services were contracted or to whom it is certified. This drawing may not be copied, reused, disclosed, distributed or relied upon for any other purpose without the express written consent of Colliers Engineering & Design. www.colliersengineering.com NOTE: DO NOT SCALE DRAWING FOR CONSTRUCTION.                   Arden Hills 3673-3717 LEXINGTON AVENUE S. Arden Hills, MN 55126 HUNTER DECKER A2.1 EXTERIOR ELEVATIONS 4/30/2025 24010765A NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION 90% SUBMISSION  1/4" = 1'-0"2 EXTERIOR ELEVATION - NORTH 1 CONCRETE FOOTINGS / FOUNDATIONS: REFER TO STRUCTURAL DWGS 3A EMERGENCY ACCESS KEY BOX: ONLY WHERE REQUIRED BY LOCAL CODE- VERIFY PRODUCT SPEC. REQD. W/ LOCAL AHJ (ME-12 PREFERRED)- RECESS-MOUNT IN WALL CONSTRUCTION AS REQD. TO SET FACE FLUSH WITH ADJACENT WALL FINISH- VERIFY FINAL LOCATION WITH AHJ 3B OWNER'S ACCESS KEY BOX: REFER TO MISC. EQUIPMENT SCHEDULE #ME-12-RECESS-MOUNT IN WALL CONSTRUCTION AS REQD. TO SET FACE FLUSH WITH ADJACENT WALL FINISH 3C ATM KEY BOX: REFER TO MISC. EQUIPMENT SCHEDULE #ME-12; RECESS MOUNT 5 METAL FLASHING AND COUNTER FLASHING CONCEALED BEHIND WALL FINISH AND FINISH OF EXPOSED FLASHING TO MATCH ADJACENT ROOFING/COPING 6 FLASHING AT PREFAB CANOPY: PRE-FINISHED ALUMINUM FLASHING TO SPAN GAP BETWEEN PREFAB CANOPY AND BUILDING CONCEALED BEHIND WALL FINISH- REFER TO WALL SECTIONS AND DETAILS- COLOR TO MATCH EPT-4- VERIFY FINAL FLASHING LENGTH AND CONFIGURATION WITH APPROVED CANOPY SHOP DWGS 7 ENTRANCE / ATM CANOPY: SHOP FABRICATED SITE-ASSEMBLED PRE-FINISHED BLACK CUSTOM ALUMINUM CANOPY UNIT WITH PREPPED ELECTRICAL OPENINGS AND INTEGRAL DRAINAGE SYSTEM FASTENDED TO BUILDING STRUCTURE- MAPES ARCHITECTURAL CANOPIES SUPER LUMIDECK WITH FLAT SOFFIT AND 12" FASCIA, OR APPROVED EQUAL- REFER TO ROOF PLAN AND WALL SECTIONS- INSTALLED BY GC. MAPES CANOPIES CAN EITHER PREFAB THE UNITS AND SHIP READY-TO –INSTALL, OR SHIP AS KIT OF PARTS FOR GC TO ASSEMBLE ON-SITE; GC SELECTS OPTION WHEN THEY ORDER 9A SMALL CANOPY DOWNSPOUT/OVERFLOW: 3" DIAM.ALUMINUM DOWNSPOUT PRE-FIN. TO MATCH THE CANOPY; CONNECT TO CAST IRON DRAIN HUB AT GRADE AND EXTEND SUBSURFACE TO SITE DRAINAGE SYSTEMREFER TO SITE PLAN 11 SURFACE-MOUNT DECORATIVE LIGHT FIXTURE: REFER TO REFLECTED CEILNG PLAN AND ELECTRICAL DRAWINGS 13 AUTOMATIC DOOR OPERATOR BUTTON AND KEYCARD: READER RECESSED FLUSH WITH WALL SURFACE- DO NOT SURFACE-MOUNT 17 BANK EQUIPMENT: FURNISHED AND INSTALLED BY BANK EQUIPMENT VENDOR- COORD. WALL OPENINGS AND ELECTRICAL /DATA REQUIREMENTS WITH OWNER-FURNISHED EQUIPMENT SHOP DRAWINGS AND PRODUCT DATA 18 SIGNAGE: BY OWNER'S SIGN VENDOR- N.I.C.- PROVIDE ROUGH ELEC. WORK AND BLOCKING IN WALL AS REQD. FOR VENDOR INSTALLATION 19 BUILDING ADDRESS NUMBER: WHITE VINYL NUMBERS WITH 1/2" WIDE STROKE APPLIED TO INTERIOR FACE OF GLASS TRANSOM- MIN. 6" HEIGHT OR AS REQD. BY LOCAL CODE 20 ELECTRICAL SERVICE CT / METER CABINET: REFER TO ELECTRICAL DRAWINGS 30 SUNSHADE: GLAZING SYSTEM MANUFACTURER'S STANDARD INTEGRAL SHADE ACCESSORY- REFER TO WALL SECTIONS; MATCH GLAZING SYSTEM FINISH; BASIS OF DESIGN IS KAWNEER VERSOLEIL 30" WEDGE WITH ANGULAR FASCIA AND CIRCULAR BLADES KEYNOTES # FINSH STOLIT 1.0 COLOR MATCH SHERWIN WILLIAMS SW 6995 SUPERWHITE PRODUCT STOQUIK GOLD MANUFACTURER STO DFS-1 DIRECT-APPLY FINISH SYSTEM (ALT. TO PAINTED STEEL DECK) FINSH SATIN (#44) COLOR MATCH SHERWIN WILLIAMS 7018 DOVETAIL PRODUCT ULTRA SPEC EXT MANUFACTURER BENJAMIN MOORE EPT-10 EXTERIOR PAINT- OPTIONAL MATCH TO NICHIHA ASH FINSH SATIN (#44) COLOR MATCH SHERWIN WILLIAMS 7675 SEALSKIN PRODUCT ULTRA SPEC EXT MANUFACTURER BENJAMIN MOORE EPT-9 EXTERIOR PAINT- OPTIONAL MATCH TO NICHIHA BARK FINSH SATIN (#44) COLOR MATCH SHERWIN WILLIAMS 6995 SUPERWHITE PRODUCT ULTRA SPEC EXT MANUFACTURER BENJAMIN MOORE EPT-8 EXTERIOR PAINT FINSH SATIN (#44) COLOR MATCH SHERWIN WILLIAMS 7036 ACCESSIBLE BEIGE PRODUCT ULTRA SPEC EXT MANUFACTURER BENJAMIN MOORE EPT-2 EXTERIOR PAINT FINSH SATIN (#44) COLOR MATCH SHERWIN WILLIAMS 7045 INTELLECTUAL GRAY PRODUCT ULTRA SPEC EXT MANUFACTURER BENJAMIN MOORE EPT-1 EXTERIOR PAINT COLOR COLORWELD 500 SERIES TWO SILVERSMITH PRODUCT REYNOBOND MANUFACTURER ARCONIC ARCHITECTURAL PRODUCTSACM-1 ALUMINUM COMPOSITE MATERIAL COLOR MATTE BLACK STEEL / BLACK ALUMINUM PRODUCT PAC-CONTINUOUS MANUFACTURER PETERSEN ALUMINUM / PAC-CLADRC-1 ROOF COPING NOTES INCLUDE 3.5" MANUFACTURED CORNERS AND MANUFACTURER'S "ESSENTIAL" FLASHING SYSTEM. SIZE 18" NOMINAL x 72" NOMINAL AND 120" NOMINAL COLOR ASH PRODUCT VINTAGEWOOD AWP 1818 (AVAILABLE AS AWP 3030 FOR NON-PROTOTYPICAL PROJECTS) MANUFACTURER NICHIHA FIBER CEMENT FC-2 FIBER CEMENT PANEL- LIGHT NOTES INCLUDE 3.5" MANUFACTURED CORNERS AND MANUFACTURER'S "ESSENTIAL" FLASHING SYSTEM. SIZE 18" NOMINAL x 72" NOMINAL AND 120" NOMINAL COLOR BARK PRODUCT VINTAGEWOOD AWP 1818 (AVAILABLE AS AWP 3030 FOR NON-PROTOTYPICAL PROJECTS) MANUFACTURER NICHIHA FIBER CEMENT FC-1 FIBER CEMENT PANEL- DARK NOTES 1/3-OFFSET RUNNING BOND MANUFACTURED THIN STONE FIELD-CUT TO MAX. LENGTHS POSSIBLE WITH BUTTED AND LAPPED INSIDE CORNERS AND MANUFACTURER'S FABRICATED RETURN CORNER PIECES- MITERED CORNERS ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE- PLACE CONTROL JOINTS AS RECOMMENDED BY THE MANUFACTURER- REFER TO WALL SECTIONS AND DETAILS GROUT 1/4" NOMINAL JOINTS WITH FULL SMOOTH TOOLED COLOR-MATCHED PORTLAND CEMENT GROUT SIZE 22" WIDE x 5" HIGH x 1.5" THICK COLOR FOUNDATION PRODUCT CULTURED STONE HEWN STONE MANUFACTURER WESTLAKE ROYAL STONE, L.L.C. ST-4 MANUFACTURED THIN STONE VENEER EXTERIOR FINISH MATERIALS  1/4" = 1'-0"1 EXTERIOR ELEVATION - EAST REV DATE DESCRIPTION A 2025.04.22 ELEVATIONS FOR BRANDBOOK B 2025.05.07 CD_30 C 2025.05.28 CD_90 FIRST FLOOR0' - 0" T.O. FC 2 ROOF22' - 6" T.O. ST 4 ROOF20' - 4" T.O. FC 1 ROOF18' - 0" B. O. SHADE10' - 0" T.O. ATM ROOF14' - 6" FINISH GRADE-0' - 6" 11117 FC-2 RC-1 ST-4 RC-1 FC-2 RC-1 30 ACM-1 1 A5.1.2 1 A5.1.2 - --- - --- 7 A5.1.2 12 2021222623 18 6 1 10 ' - 0"  5 5 FIRST FLOOR0' - 0" T.O. FC 2 ROOF22' - 6" T.O. ST 4 ROOF20' - 4" T.O. FC 1 ROOF18' - 0" B. O. SHADE10' - 0" FINISH GRADE -0' - 6" 18 B.O. SUN SHADES 7'-0" MIN. ABOVE GRADE/ PAVEMENT IMMEDIATELY BELOW. DELTE SUN SHADES WHERE THEY WOULD BE LOWER. 7' - 0 " M I N . 1 30 FC-2 RC-1 FC-1 RC-1 ST-4 RC-1 ACM-1 7 - --- - --- 5 5 - --- 10 ' - 0"  11 20 1' - 8" Colliers Engineering & Design Colliers Engineering& Design AR C H D 2 4 x 3 6 PROJECT MANAGER: DESIGNER:REVIEWER: DISCIPLINE LEAD: DRAWING NUMBER: DATE ISSUED:PROJECT NUMBER: SHEET NAME: Copyright © 2025. Colliers Engineering & Design All Rights Reserved. This drawing and all the information contained herein is authorized for use only by the party for whom the services were contracted or to whom it is certified. 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Arden Hills, MN 55126 HUNTER DECKER A2.2 EXTERIOR ELEVATIONS 4/30/2025 24010765A NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION 90% SUBMISSION 1 CONCRETE FOOTINGS / FOUNDATIONS: REFER TO STRUCTURAL DWGS 5 METAL FLASHING AND COUNTER FLASHING CONCEALED BEHIND WALL FINISH AND FINISH OF EXPOSED FLASHING TO MATCH ADJACENT ROOFING/COPING 6 FLASHING AT PREFAB CANOPY: PRE-FINISHED ALUMINUM FLASHING TO SPAN GAP BETWEEN PREFAB CANOPY AND BUILDING CONCEALED BEHIND WALL FINISH- REFER TO WALL SECTIONS AND DETAILS- COLOR TO MATCH EPT-4- VERIFY FINAL FLASHING LENGTH AND CONFIGURATION WITH APPROVED CANOPY SHOP DWGS 7 ENTRANCE / ATM CANOPY: SHOP FABRICATED SITE-ASSEMBLED PRE-FINISHED BLACK CUSTOM ALUMINUM CANOPY UNIT WITH PREPPED ELECTRICAL OPENINGS AND INTEGRAL DRAINAGE SYSTEM FASTENDED TO BUILDING STRUCTURE- MAPES ARCHITECTURAL CANOPIES SUPER LUMIDECK WITH FLAT SOFFIT AND 12" FASCIA, OR APPROVED EQUAL- REFER TO ROOF PLAN AND WALL SECTIONS- INSTALLED BY GC. MAPES CANOPIES CAN EITHER PREFAB THE UNITS AND SHIP READY-TO –INSTALL, OR SHIP AS KIT OF PARTS FOR GC TO ASSEMBLE ON-SITE; GC SELECTS OPTION WHEN THEY ORDER 11 SURFACE-MOUNT DECORATIVE LIGHT FIXTURE: REFER TO REFLECTED CEILNG PLAN AND ELECTRICAL DRAWINGS 12 SURFACE-MOUNT EMERGENCY LIGHT FIXTURE: TO BE PROVIDED ONLY WHEN DOOR BELOW IS A REQUIRED OR MARKED EXIT- REFER TO REFLECTED CEILING PLAN AND LIGHT FIXTURE SCHEDULE 18 SIGNAGE: BY OWNER'S SIGN VENDOR- N.I.C.- PROVIDE ROUGH ELEC. WORK AND BLOCKING IN WALL AS REQD. FOR VENDOR INSTALLATION 20 ELECTRICAL SERVICE CT / METER CABINET: REFER TO ELECTRICAL DRAWINGS 21 NOT USED 22 PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEM FUSED DISCONNECT SWITCH: REFER TO ELECTRICAL DRAWINGS 23 TELE / DATA / UTILITY CONNECTIONS: REFER TO ELECTRICAL DRAWINGS 26 FUTURE PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEM DISCONNECT SWITCHAND PERFORMANCE METER: REFER TO ELECTRICAL DRAWINGS 30 SUNSHADE: GLAZING SYSTEM MANUFACTURER'S STANDARD INTEGRAL SHADE ACCESSORY- REFER TO WALL SECTIONS; MATCH GLAZING SYSTEM FINISH; BASIS OF DESIGN IS KAWNEER VERSOLEIL 30" WEDGE WITH ANGULAR FASCIA AND CIRCULAR BLADES KEYNOTES #  1/4" = 1'-0"1 EXTERIOR ELEVATION - WEST  1/4" = 1'-0"2 EXTERIOR ELEVATION - SOUTH REV DATE DESCRIPTION A 2025.04.22 ELEVATIONS FOR BRANDBOOK B 2025.05.07 CD_30 C 2025.05.28 CD_90 1 A 1 CU-2 CU-1 1 2 2 GV-1 GV-2 VCU-1 1 2CU-ERV 1 2 2 Colliers Engineering & Design Colliers Engineering & Design, Inc. Colliers Engineering& Design PHILADELPHIA 1500 JFK Blvd. 2 Penn CenterPlz, Suite 700 Philadelphia, PA 19102 Phone: 215.861.9021 AR C H D 2 4 x 3 6 PROJECT MANAGER: DESIGNER:REVIEWER: DISCIPLINE LEAD: DRAWING NUMBER: DATE ISSUED:PROJECT NUMBER: SHEET NAME: Copyright © 2025. Colliers Engineering & Design All Rights Reserved. This drawing and all the information contained herein is authorized for use only by the party for whom the services were contracted or to whom it is certified. This drawing may not be copied, reused, disclosed, distributed or relied upon for any other purpose without the express written consent of Colliers Engineering & Design. www.colliersengineering.com NOTE: DO NOT SCALE DRAWING FOR CONSTRUCTION. MN ENGINEERING                    ARDEN HILLS 3673-3717 LEXINGTON AVENUE S. ARDEN HILLS, MN 55126 DT GH EG M2 MECHANICAL ROOF PLAN 05/09/2025 NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION 90% SUBMISSION REV DATE DESCRIPTION  1/4" = 1'-0"1 MECHANICAL ROOF PLAN 1 PROVIDE OUTDOOR CONDENSING UNIT WITH EQUIPMENT STAND AND INSTALL ON ROOF. COORDINATE FINAL LOCATION WITH LANDLORD AND EXISTIGN EQUIPMENT CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS. ALL CONDENSING UNITS SHALL BE INSTALLED PER MANUFACTURER REQUIREMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS. ROUTE REFRIGERANT PIPING AND ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS TO CORRESPONSING INDOOR UNITS VIA THE LANDLORD PROVIDED MECHANCIAL CHASE. FIELD VERIFY AND COORODINATE WITH LL REUSE OF EXISTING REFRIGERANT PIPING AND ELECTRICAL CHASE. VERIFY FIELED CONDITION PRIOR TO SUBMISSION OF BID. 2 POVIDE PREFABRICATED ADJUSTABLE EQUIPMENT STANDS. COORDINATION OF PLACEMENT WITH LANDLORD BUILDING ENGINEER REQUIRED. KEY NOTES AGENDA ITEM – 3C MEMORANDUM DATE: July 13, 2026 TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers Jessica Jagoe, City Administrator FROM: Jake Reilly, Community Development Director SUBJECT: Election signs – placement and enforcement Budgeted Amount: Actual Amount: Funding Source: N/A N/A N/A Council Should Consider Council should consider and provide direction on an election sign guidance document and enforcement policy/procedure. Background At the June 22, 2026, Council work session, Staff reviewed the city’s existing zoning code regulations associated with temporary non-commercial signs, specifically election signs and provided different options for code amendments. Council directed staff to produce clearer guidance for property owners, residents, and candidates as well as a policy or procedure associated with enforcement. Discussion This conversation arose from an interest in and concern for additional clarity in the zoning code regarding enforcing the time, manner, and placement of election signs. Historically, city staff have spent time responding and reacting to complaints about the placement of election signs, specifically regarding the safe placement of signs in, on, or near the rights of way. Concerns have been raised that the code language is not clear enough to provide sufficient guidance to candidates, property owners, and residents in general and that the amount of time spent handling complaints may, at times, be excessive. Minnesota Statutes Chapter 211B. Fair Campaign Practices offers clear direction to municipalities regarding the timing of election season, and that noncommercial signs of any size or number must be allowed during election season: “ 211B.045 NONCOMMERCIAL SIGNS EXEMPTION. All noncommercial signs of any size may be posted in any number beginning 46 days before the state primary in a state Page 2 of 2 general election year until ten days following the state general election. Municipal ordinances may regulate the size and number of noncommercial signs at other times.”1 All municipalities are bound to these elements established in governing state law and case law, including the provision mentioned above that all noncommercial signs of any size may be posted in any number beginning 46 days before the state primary in a state general election year until 10 days following the state general election. The statute also bars campaign signs within 100 ft of a building where absentee and/or early voting occurs and on Election Day. Municipal ordinances may regulate the size and number of noncommercial signs at other times, including during years when there may not be a state general election. State statute associated with Rights of Way (Minn. Stat. §§ 160.27, 173.15) bars placing signs in a state/county/city road right-of-way without the road authority's permission, and the Outdoor Advertising Control Act bars advertising on utility poles, trees/shrubs, or painted on rocks/natural features. MnDOT actively removes political signs from state highway ROW each election cycle. Arden Hills’ Code of Ordinances regulates temporary off-premise and non-commercial signs similarly, with exceptions for candidate/election issue-related signs pursuant to state law. The code as written is clear, enforceable, and is sensitive to Arden Hills’ context: a community with a variety of right-of-way widths, neighborhoods with and without sidewalks, and other considerations of Arden Hills’ setting. A policy document that synthesizes the most common provisions and meets the current staff capacity and complaint-based enforcement structure for Arden Hills is included as Attachment B. Attachment C shows an option for how the policy guidance and the sign guidelines can be provided to candidates upon filing. Other provisions common in other municipalities not included in the sample policy include: • Misdemeanor (generally petty) penalties for campaign sign violations. o Not included here because Arden Hills code of ordinances does not assign such a penalty to these violations, however it is a common provision in municipal ordinances statewide. • A specific statement regarding prohibition from the right-of-way along county, state and interstate roadways. o Not included here because Arden Hills’ Code of Ordinances defers/refers to those entities’ authority, rather than restating a prohibition. Budget Impact The potential budget impacts generally relate to the frequency, nature, and impact to staff time responding to and investigating complaints about signs. Attachments A. Draft guidance handout B. Draft enforcement policy/procedure C. Draft packet to be provided to candidates D. Presentation 1 https://www.revisor.mn.gov/statutes/cite/211B.11 (accessed June 2026) CITY OF ARDEN HILLS, MINNESOTA · COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT WHERE TO PLACE YOUR ELECTION SIGNS A quick guide for residents and candidates. During election season you may post noncommercial signs of any size and in any number — so the rules that matter most are where you put them and when they go up and come down. ANY SIZE — NO LIMIT IN SEASON ANY NUMBER OF SIGNS — NO LIMIT IN SEASON 70 DAYS BEFORE — EARLIEST TO POST 10 DAYS AFTER — REMOVE BY 5 ft BACK FROM THE ROADWAY OR CURB EDGE ✓ OWNER'S PERMISSION REQUIRED WHERE YOUR SIGN CAN GO — A VIEW DOWN YOUR STREET NO OK OK STREET SIDEWALK you're standing here No-sign zone (within 5 ft of the roadway edge or back of curb)OK — right-of-way & front yards Sidewalk Sidewalk exception: where that 5-foot buffer would land on the trail or sidewalk, place your sign just past it, on the house side of the trail or sidewalk. YOU MAY PLACE A SIGN NEVER PLACE A SIGN ANY SIZE WORKS — A FEW EXAMPLES 24" × 18" ✓ OK 24" × 36" ✓ OK 48" × 48" ✓ OK Sizes are just examples — during election season there is no size limit. Whatever the size, build it sturdily and keep it clear of driver sightlines. Measure five (5) feet from roadway/curb to sign edge. WHEN THEY CAN BE UP Put up: up to 70 days before Take down: within 10 days after Applies in any year the city holds a federal, state, or local election. You are responsible for removing your own signs on time. Good to know: During election season, Minnesota law (Minn. Stat. § 211B.045) lets you post noncommercial signs of any size and number — the placement, timing, and safety rules on this sheet still apply. The City is not responsible for damage to signs in the right-of-way, and signs placed without permission or in a prohibited spot may be removed. County or state right-of-way also follows those agencies' rules. Summarized from Arden Hills City Code §§ 1230.01 Subd. 2, 1230.02 & 1250.03 and Minn. Stat. § 211B.045. This handout is a plain- language guide, not the full ordinance — the City Code and state law govern. QUESTIONS? Community Development City of Arden Hills 1245 W. Highway 96 651-792-7800 · cityofardenhills.org Of any size and in any number during election season.✓ On private property — yours or a neighbor's — with the owner's permission (they can ask you to remove it at any time). ✓ In the city right-of-way / boulevard, at least 5 feet back from the edge of the road pavement or curb. ✓ On the house side of the sidewalk where the 5-foot buffer would otherwise land on the walk. ✓ On public land — city, county, state, federal, or school- district property. ✕ Attached to utility poles, trees, street signs, stoplights, or fences. ✕ In the clear-vision area at a corner, where it blocks a driver's view. ✕ If it moves or rotates, or is made to imitate a traffic sign. ✕ ELECTION DAY 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 INCHES · print at 100% (Actual Size) Page 1 of 2 CITY OF ARDEN HILLS Election Sign Enforcement Policy This policy explains how the City of Arden Hills reviews and enforces complaints about election and campaign signs placed under City Code Chapter 12 (Signs) and Minnesota Statutes. It gives candidates, campaigns, and residents a clear, consistent process for what happens when a sign is found out of compliance. For the placement rules themselves — where signs may go, how large they may be, and when they must go up and come down — see the City’s companion handout, Where to Place Your Election Signs, or City Code §§ 1230.01 Subd. 2, 1230.02, and 1250.03. How a complaint gets started: • A resident, candidate, or campaign submits a complaint to Community Development / Code Enforcement. • City staff observe an obvious or flagrant violation in the course of normal business — most often a sign that creates a safety issue or sits squarely on public property. City staff does not routinely patrol looking for every possible violation; enforcement is driven by complaints and by what staff plainly observe. The identity of anyone who reports a violation is kept confidential to the extent allowed by law. Responsibility for each sign: Every sign is presumed to be the responsibility of the candidate, campaign, or organization it promotes. Candidates are encouraged to give Community Development the name and contact information for at least one additional person authorized to respond to a violation notice on the campaign’s behalf, in case the candidate cannot be reached directly. Standard review process: 1. Following a complaint, city staff confirm whether the sign is out of compliance with City Code or Minnesota Statutes. 2. Staff make a reasonable attempt to notify the property owner — or the responsible party, if the property owner is unknown — of the violation by removing the sign and placing it and the handout, “Where to Place Your Election Signs” in a safe location near the property’s primary entrance. When a sign may be removed immediately, without prior notice: • It is placed on land owned by the City. (City Code §§ 1230.01 Subd. 2, 1250.03 Subd. 2.B). • It is attached to a utility pole, tree, street sign, stoplight, or municipality-maintained fence, or is otherwise prohibited under City Code § 1230.02. • It sits within the clear-vision area at an intersection or otherwise creates a safety hazard for drivers or pedestrians and a property owner of record is not readily apparent. Page 2 of 2 • It is found in violation within 48 hours of a primary or general election, when there is not enough time to notify the responsible party before Election Day. What happens to a sign the City removes: • If political campaign signs are found to be in violation and removed by city staff, the signs will be placed within the trash enclosure located at City Hall. Candidates will be notified this has occurred. Signs will be disposed of ten days after the election. • Owners may contact Community Development at 651-792-7800 to confirm whether a removed sign is available. There is no need to arrange pickup. • The City is not responsible for damage to a sign that was placed in the right-of-way, including any damage that occurs during removal or storage (City Code § 1250.03 Subd. Election Day: Minnesota law separately prohibits campaign signs and other campaign materials within 100 feet of a building where voting is taking place on Election Day (Minn. Stat. § 211B.11). This applies regardless of whether the sign otherwise complies with City Code. Questions or disagree with a violation notice: Contact Community Development. Staff will explain the basis for the violation and, where appropriate, the City’s standard code-compliance process — including the opportunity to correct a violation — applies. Authority: City Code Chapter 12 (Signs), §§ 1230.01 Subd. 2, 1230.02, and 1250.03; Minnesota Statutes §§ 211B.045 and 211B.11. Community Development City of Arden Hills 1245 W. Highway 96 651-792-7800 · cityofardenhills.org CITY OF ARDEN HILLS 1245 W. Highway 96, Arden Hills, MN 55112 651-792-7800 · cityofardenhills.org Election Signs: A Guide for Candidates Dear Candidate: Congratulations on filing for office! Please take a few minutes to review the City’s election sign rules and enforcement process below — following them will help your campaign avoid the hassle of a sign being removed. Where your signs may go Signs may be placed on private property with the owner’s permission, or in the City right-of-way at least 5 feet back from the roadway pavement or curb. During election season, Minnesota law (Minn. Stat. § 211B.045) allows noncommercial signs of any size and in any number — but they still must follow the City’s placement rules. For a full walk-through, including a diagram of exactly where signs may and may not go, see the enclosed Where to Place Your Election Signs guide on page 3 of this packet — also available at cityofardenhills.org. Your responsible contact Every sign is presumed to be the responsibility of the candidate or campaign it promotes. Please give Community Development the name and contact information for at least one additional person authorized to respond on your campaign’s behalf if a sign is found in violation and you cannot be reached directly. Name: _______________________________ Phone: _______________________________ Email: _______________________________ If a sign is found in violation City staff will make a reasonable attempt to notify you or your designated contact, if your sign must be removed. Signs on public property, creating a safety hazard, or found within 48 hours of the election, may be removed immediately without notice. Removed signs will be held in the trash enclosure at City Hall, so you have a chance to reclaim them — contact Community Development to check. The full enforcement process is summarized on page 2 of this packet. Key dates for [Election Year] Signs may be placed starting Signs must be removed by [Insert date — 70 days before the election] [Insert date — 10 days after the election] * Unsuccessful candidates are encouraged to remove their signs promptly after any primary in which they are eliminated. Questions? Contact the City Clerk or Community Development at 651-792-7800 or cityofardenhills.org. Election Sign Enforcement — Quick Reference for Candidates Summarized from the City’s Election Sign Enforcement Policy — City Code Chapter 12 and Minn. Stat. §§ 211B.045, 211B.11 How a complaint gets started • A resident, candidate, or campaign submits a complaint to Community Development / Code Enforcement. • City staff observe an obvious or flagrant violation during normal business hours — most often a safety issue or a sign squarely on public property. City staff does not routinely patrol for every possible violation. The identity of anyone who reports a violation is kept confidential to the extent allowed by law. Standard review process 1. City staff confirm whether the sign is out of compliance. 2. Staff make a reasonable attempt to notify the property owner — or the responsible party, if unknown by removing the sign and placing it and the handout, “Where to Place Your Election Signs” in a safe location near the property’s primary entrance. When a sign may be removed immediately, without prior notice • Placed on land owned by the City. • Attached to a utility pole, tree, street sign, stoplight, or municipality-maintained fence. • Sited within the clear-vision area at an intersection, or otherwise a safety hazard. • Found in violation within 48 hours of a primary or general election. What happens to a sign the City removes • Removed signs are held in the trash enclosure at City Hall until 10 days after the general election. Candidates are notified that their sign is at City Hall. • There is no need to arrange for pickup. • The City is not responsible for damage to a sign placed in the right-of-way, including damage during removal or storage. Election Day Minnesota law separately prohibits campaign signs and other campaign materials within 100 feet of a building where voting is taking place on Election Day (Minn. Stat. § 211B.11). Questions or disagree with a violation notice? Contact Community Development — 651-792-7800 · cityofardenhills.org. Staff will explain the basis for the violation, and the City’s standard code-compliance process, including the opportunity to correct a violation, applies. Arden Hills City Council Work Session July 13, 2026 Election Sign Placement and Enforcement Policy Presented by Jake Reilly, Community Development Director Mayor David Grant Councilmembers: Brenda Holden, Tena Monson, Emily Rousseau, and Kurt Weber 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. 1 Background •June 22, 2026, Work Session – Council discussed existing City Code language for placement of election signs. •Council affirmed City Code language is sufficient. •Council asked for: •A policy or procedure •Clear guidance for candidates and property owners •An approach that minimizes impact to city staff time 2 3 Sign placement graphic Next Steps •Revise guidance document(s) as requested •Send to City Attorney for review •Post on website •Provide to candidates 4 Questions and discussion Presented by Jake Reilly, Community Development Director 5 Page 1 of 3 AGENDA ITEM – 3D MEMORANDUM DATE: July 13, 2026 TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers FROM: Jessica Jagoe, City Administrator SUBJECT: Rice Creek Commons Discussion Budgeted Amount: Actual Amount: Funding Source: N/A N/A N/A Council Should Consider Council should review the memo regarding the Metropolitan Council “Met Council” SAC credit program and provide direction to Staff on next steps with consideration of applying for a Phased Development Plan for Rice Creek Commons. Background The Met Council imposes a fee on its local government customers called the sewer availability charge, or SAC whenever: • A residential, commercial, industrial, or institutional property connects to the regional wastewater (sewer) system for the first time., or • When a business grows or changes and creates more potential demand on the wastewater system. For the City of Arden Hills, this charge is collected when issuing a building permit, as is most commonly the case with local governments. The rate set by the Metropolitan Council for one (1) SAC unit is $2,485. One (1) SAC unit equals 274 gallons of maximum potential daily wastewater flow. In other terms, a freestanding, single-family residence is charged one (1) SAC unit, a base unit. Other types of buildings pay a SAC fee based on the maximum potential demand on the wastewater system. For all new construction or redevelopment projects, the City has a developer/contractor submit to Met Council to receive their “Determination Letter” prior to issuance of the building permit. The City passes this charge on to business or property owners and remits it to Met Council. Page 2 of 3 TCAAP Site In 2013, the Met Council completed a SAC determination for the TCAAP site based on demolished buildings that were previously connected to the regional sanitary sewer system. When referring to the TCAAP site, this is the larger area of approx. 2,300 acres purchased by the federal government that at one time had more than 300 buildings on the property. The City received final SAC determination in January 2014. In that determination, Met Council granted 14 units of credit to Outlot A (Parcel 3 on TCAAP site) and 4,536 units of credit to the California Parcel (Parcel 8 on TCAAP site). The credits were allocated to the various parcels based on the location of the buildings on the TCAAP site and can only be used on the TCAAP site. Those credits stay on those specific parcels unless a Phased Development Plan is submitted that shows all the parcels are combined under a phased development (i.e., Rice Creek Commons - California Parcel and Outlot A). With approval from the Met Council of a Phased Development Plan, the phased development would be eligible to use those credits across the entire development plan area for any future development. Discussion For Rice Creek Commons, the 2024 AUAR Maximum Development Scenario is: • 2,500 Residential Units • 550,000 square feet - Retail (this includes Big Box Retailer) • 1,950,000 square feet Non-Retail Commercial (split between 250,000 square feet Warehouse and 1,700,000 square feet Office) Using Met Council’s formula for determining SAC units, the above scenario is estimated to be 3,359 units (i.e., 2,500 x Residential, 181x Retail, 678 x Non-Retail). Met Council SAC fees are typically paid by new development at the time of issuing building permits. This is not unique to our community and is a development fee that builders/developers are accustomed to paying. (The City also charges SAC fees and WAC fees which are not affected by the Met Council SAC program.) For Rice Creek Commons, a determination application would continue to be processed with Met Council, and these available SAC credits would be allocated (credited) towards that new development. The City would use that SAC determination as the charge for building permit purposes. Assuming the City will continue to require that Met Council SAC fees be paid by all new development within Rice Creek Commons, which is a normal cost of development, the City can then use this revenue within the development for public improvements. For purposes of this discussion, staff is not looking for the City Council to determine how to use these funds or which public improvements should be considered. Staff will bring back to a future work session additional information on priorities to consider. Rather, staff is seeking direction from City Council on submittal of the Phase Development Plan with Met Council to combine the SAC credits for Outlot A (Parcel 3) and the California Parcel (Parcel 8). Currently without a Phased Development Plan, the Phase I development on Outlot A was determined by Met Council to be 41 SAC units (158,000 square foot Non-Retail building). Met Council allocated the 14 SAC credits assigned to Outlot A (Parcel 3) and determined an additional 27 SAC units were due. The City charged the Phase I development for the 27 SAC units as a pass-through of fees to Met Council. There are no remaining SAC credits assigned to Outlot A (Parcel 3), and all future phases on Outlot A (remaining 30 acres) would be charged SAC fees to be remitted to Met Council. Absent credit(s), the City is not eligible to retain this as potential revenue towards future public improvements. Page 3 of 3 Therefore, staff is requesting the Council discuss and consider the timeliness of submitting the Phased Development Plan to combine the parcels within Rice Creek Commons for eligibility of SAC credits. If directed to proceed with this approach, staff will bring forward to a future City Council meeting a resolution for formal approval as required in the application submittal requirements. Budget Impact N/A Attachments Attachment A: Metropolitan Council Phased Development Metropolitan Council | Environmental Services 390 Robert Street North St. Paul, Minnesota 55101-1805 651.602.1770 | 651.602.1030 fax MCES Phased Development Last Updated: 10/22/24 Sewer Availability Charge (SAC) 2025 PHASED DEVELOPMENT PLAN Phased Development Name: __________________________________________________ City Name: __________________________________________________ PLEASE SUBMIT ALL ITEMS LISTED BELOW AND INCLUDE THE ITEM NUMBER ON THE ACTUAL DOCUMENT: 1.List of all properties involved in the phased development plan including: addresses, property identification numbers, and types of properties (single family, duplex, commercial, etc.). 2.List of the subject properties' potential SAC credits (attach copy of SAC Determination Letters). 3.Narrative describing the type of development planned for the site. 4.Timeline for phased development site for each area and phase. 5.Map showing the phased development site and the properties involved. 6.Copy of resolution or ordinance approval from Community's Council or other governmental Community Committee and delegated authority stating the Community approves the phased development plan and is consistent with approved comprehensive plans for the Community. ***** You must submit all items for approval prior to, or with, the first development that occurs on the planned site. The Council must approve all Phased Development Plan submittals for potential SAC Credits to occur. Approved potential SAC Credits will be available per the SAC Procedure Manual, section 5.4.3. ***** I certify that I have read and understood every question in this affidavit and that my answers are true to my knowledge and belief. I further understand that giving false inf ormation in this affidavit constitutes fraud, is cause for the immediate redetermination of any charges, and the Community will be held responsible for any additional SAC fees. Name of Government Official: ___________________________________ Title of Government Official: ___________________________________ Signature of Government Official: ___________________________________ Date: _______________ Page 1 of 2 AGENDA ITEM – 3E MEMORANDUM DATE: July 13, 2026 TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers Jessica Jagoe, City Administrator FROM: Jake Reilly, Community Development Director Rita Trapp, HKGi (Consultant) SUBJECT: Zoning and Subdivision Code revisions update Budgeted Amount: Actual Amount: Funding Source: N/A N/A N/A Council Should Consider The Council should discuss the draft for Chapter 11 – Subdivisions. Background Staff and the consultant team have been working to provide informational materials addressing proposed changes to the City of Arden Hills Code of Ordinances related to signs (discussed May 27, 2026), subdivisions (discussed June 8, 2026), and Chapter 13 zoning regulations (pending). Discussion Proposed changes to Chapter 11 – Subdivisions have been reviewed by staff and will be reviewed by the City Attorney pending Council guidance at this work session. A summary of changes is described in Attachment A. Any discrepancies in section numbering are known and will be resolved when all sections are finalized. Staff would like to review the section related to fair market value in Attachment E. Section 1140 Park Dedication. That section is highlighted in the attachment. Page 2 of 2 Attachments Attachment A. Summary Memo (HKGi) Attachment B. Section 1100 General Provisions Attachment C. Section 1120 Minimum Subdivision Design Standards Attachment D. Section 1130 Required Improvements Attachment E. Section 1140 Park Dedication Attachment F. Section 1150 Procedures Attachment G. Existing Chapter 11 - Subdivisions code language HKGi 800 Washington Ave N Suite 207, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55401 (612) 338-0800 ~ www.hkgi.com MEMORANDUM TO: Arden Hills Planning Staff, City Council, and Planning Commission FROM: Rita Trapp and Kendra Ellner, Consulting Planners DATE: July 9, 2026 SUBJECT: Highlights of Changes for Subdivision Ordinance Update OVERVIEW Over the past year, HKGi and staff have been working on completing a draft of the zoning and subdivision code update. The overall approach to the Code update included a comprehensive reorganization of the text to improve usability, readability, and overall navigation. Grammatical revisions and language clarifications were made throughout the document to enhance consistency and interpretation. Additional updates were incorporated to align regulations and administrative procedures with current state statutes, planning terminology, and development practices, helping to modernize the Code while ensuring it remains legally consistent, user-friendly, and reflective of contemporary development standards. The following provides an overview and a list of highlights of changes in Chapter 11 - Subdivision. Chapter 11 - Subdivision Code Chapter 11 Subdivision establishes the standards and procedures governing the subdivision of land. As part of the update, the structure of the Subdivision chapter has been modified to move the procedures towards the end of the chapter and the design standards and improvements towards the beginning. Restructuring creates a more logical flow for users and aligns the chapter with current subdivision ordinance best practices. Notable changes include: • Section 1100 – General Provisions o Reorganized introductory provisions for improved readability and navigation. o Added standard ordinance language addressing the chapter title, authority, effective date, interpretation, severability, and other foundational administrative provisions to strengthen legal clarity and consistency. o Definitions were updated as needed for consistency with the zoning code. o The terminology regarding streets was made consistent with the Public Works Design Manual. • Section 1120 – Minimum Subdivision Design Standards o Reorganized subdivision design standards to improve flow and usability. Major Changes Summary Memo – Arden Hills Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance Update– July 9, 2026 2 o Added standard provisions regarding the interpretation of design requirements and clarified that no property can be subdivided until land suitability issues are addressed. o Updated block and pedestrian access standards to provide that, in blocks exceeding 1,000 feet in length, pedestrian ways and/or easements may be required near the center of the block to improve connectivity. This replaces less clear language that referenced easements in blocks over 500 feet. o Revised corner lot width standards to direct applicants to the zoning code. o Provided clarity about outlots. The following is the proposed language:  “An outlot may be platted within a subdivision to delineate future development phases, commonly owned open spaces, or land to be dedicated to the public for park, drainage and utility, or other public purpose.  The outlot shall be sized in a manner to accommodate its intended use.  An outlot shall be platted into a lot and block prior to issuance of a building permit. No building permits shall be issued for an outlot except for City structures allowed as a recreational or utility component in an open space area.” o Reorganized and clarified street design for improved administration and interpretation, including indicating that streets should meet the requirements of the Public Works Design Manual. o Revised regulations for easements, including addressing concerns about improvements within them. Major Changes Summary Memo – Arden Hills Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance Update– July 9, 2026 3 • Section 1130 – Required Improvements o Reorganized required improvement standards to improve usability and logical sequencing. o Revised and clarified language throughout the section to improve readability and administration while maintaining the intent of existing requirements. o Included statement referring applicants to the tree preservation requirements in zoning. o Adjusted tree requirements to focus on street trees and direct applicants to the zoning code for individual lot landscaping requirements. o Added clarity regarding the preparations of plans and specifications for the installation of required improvements. • Section 1140 – Dedications o Removed the park development fee per direction from the City Attorney and adjusted the park dedication fee to offset that change. o Included provisions to improve the useability of land when dedicated to the City. The following is proposed:  “As part of the subdivision approval, the developer shall be responsible for making certain improvements to dedicated park land, including, but not limited to, finish grading, ground cover, construction of trails, and clearly identifying park and trail boundaries with city-approved markers.  The developer shall bring utilities a reasonable distance inside the property line of the future park, as determined by the city engineer, and shall cap them off at no cost to the city. Utilities shall include gas, storm sewer, water, electricity, and sanitary sewer. The location where such utilities are to be brought into the future park shall be determined by the city engineer and parks and recreation director.” • Section 1150 – Procedures o Created a common procedures section to reduce duplication within the section. o Added clarity regarding premature subdivisions to assist the City with its evaluation and an administrative lot line adjustment procedure. o Reviewed and updated as needed the review process so the same information is available for each application. Chapter 11 Subdivision 1110. General Provisions 1110.01 Authority Subd. 1 Title. A. This Chapter shall be known as the “Subdivision Ordinance of the City of Arden Hills,” and will be referred to herein as “this Chapter.” Subd. 2 Purpose. A. In order that new subdivisions will contribute toward an accessible, orderly, and stable community environment; adequate municipal services; and safe streets, all subdivisions platted within the incorporated limits of the City following the adoption of this code shall in all respects fully comply with the regulations set forth in this chapter. In their interpretation and application, the provisions of this chapter are the minimum requirements adopted for the protection of the public health, safety, and general welfare. Subd. 3 Effective Date and Authority to Adopt. A. The effective date of this chapter is ______, 2025. This Chapter hereby supersedes and replaces in its entirety Chapter 11 Subdivisions, on the effective date hereof. B. The authority to adopt this Chapter within the City of Arden Hills is derived from Minnesota Statute, Chapter 462, including but not limited to § 462.358, as well as other applicable state statutes and rules. C. Whenever other applicable city, state, or federal laws or rules referenced in this Chapter have been amended or superseded, this Chapter shall also be considered amended accordingly. 1110.02 Applicability Subd. 0 The rules and regulations governing plats and subdivisions of land contained herein shall apply within the corporate limits of the City of Arden Hills. Subd. 1 The provisions of this chapter do not apply to the following land separations: A. Except in the case of a re-subdivision, this Chapter does not apply to any lot or lots forming a part of subdivision plats recorded in the office of the register of deeds or registrar of titles prior to March 27, 1967; B. Where all the resulting parcels, tracts, lots, or interests will be 20 acres or larger in size and 500 feet in width for residential uses and five acres or larger in size for commercial and industrial uses; C. Creating cemetery lots; or D. Resulting from court orders, or the adjustment of a lot line by the relocation of a common boundary. E. Resulting from acquisition by governmental agencies for public improvements or uses. Subd. 2 In any case where the division of a parcel of land into two or more lots or parcels for the purpose of transfer of ownership or building development does not meet the definition of subdivision as defined by this chapter, a description of such land division shall be filed with the Zoning Administrator who will determine whether the division meets the requirements of Chapter 10 Zoning and this chapter. No building permit for such lots or parcels will be issued until the description has been filed with the City. Subd. 3 Effect of Provisions on Other Permits and Agreements. A. No building permit shall be issued for the construction of any building, structure, or improvement on any land required to be subdivided by this chapter until all requirements of this chapter have been fully met. B. This chapter is not intended to abrogate any easement, covenant, or any other private agreement where such is legally enforceable, provided that where the regulations of this chapter are more restrictive or impose higher standards or requirements on such easement, covenant, or other private agreement, the requirements of this chapter shall govern. 1110.03 Administration Subd. 0 This Chapter shall be administered by the Zoning Administrator. Subd. 1 The Zoning Administrator may delegate specific responsibility to any individual city employee shall remain responsible for all decisions made by those employees. 1110.04 Interpretation Subd. 0 Relationship to the Comprehensive Plan. A. The Comprehensive Plan for the City of Arden Hills, including amendments adopted by the City Council, is the guiding policy document for the city. The primary intent of this Chapter is to implement the goals and objectives of the Comprehensive Plan while remaining consistent with all applicable requirements of federal and state laws. Subd. 1 Conflicting Regulations or Provisions. A. In interpreting and applying the provisions of this chapter, they shall be held to the minimum requirements for the promotion of the public health, safety, and general welfare. B. In the event of a conflict or inconsistency between the provisions contained in this chapter and state statutes or rules, state statutes and rules shall govern, unless such state statutes or rules provide otherwise. C. This chapter is not intended to repeal, abrogate, annul, impair, or interfere with any existing easement, covenant, or any other private agreement. D. Where the provisions of this chapter conflict with standards or requirements on such easements, covenants, or other private agreements, the most restrictive provision applies. E. Where the provisions of this chapter conflict with those of any statute, other ordinance, code provision, or regulation, the most restrictive provision applies. Subd. 2 Use of Graphics, Illustrations, Figures, Photos, and Cross-References. A. Graphics, illustrations, figures, and photos are provided for illustrative purposes only and shall not be construed as regulations. Where a conflict occurs between the text and any graphic, illustration, figure, or photo, the text shall control. B. In some instances, cross-references between chapters, sections, divisions, and subdivisions are provided that include the chapter, section, division, and subdivision number along with the name of the reference. Where a conflict occurs between the given cross-reference number and name, the name shall control. Subd. 3 Severability. A. The provisions of this chapter are severable. If any provision of this chapter, or application of any provision of this chapter to any circumstance, is held to be invalid, the application of such provision to other circumstances, and the remainder of this chapter, shall not be affected thereby. 1110.05 Definitions Subd. 1 For the purpose of this chapter, the following terms, phrases, words and their derivations shall have the meaning given in this section. Alley. A minor public or private way which is used primarily for vehicular service access to the back or side of a lot abutting on a street. Block. That property abutting on one side of a street and lying between the two nearest intersecting or intercepting streets or railroad right-of-way or unsubdivided acreage. Comprehensive Plan. A compilation of policy statements, goals, standard and maps for guiding the physical, social and economic development, both private and public, of the city and its environs and may include, but is not limited to, the following items: Statements of policies, goals, standards, a land use plan, a community facilities plan, a transportation plan and recommendations for plan execution. Development Agreement. A written contract between city and applicant, drafted by the City Attorney in conjunction with the approval by the City. Easement. A right granted by an owner of land for the specific use of the land by the public generally, or to a person or persons. Final Plat. The final map, drawing or chart on which the subdivider's plan of subdivision is presented to the City Council for approval and which, if approved, will be submitted to the county register of deeds or registrar of titles. Improvement. Any drainage ditch, street, parkway, sidewalk, trail, pedestrian way, landscaping, lighting, off-street parking area, grading, utility, lot improvement, or other similar facility. Lot, Butt. A lot at the end of a block and located between two (2) corner lots. Lot, Panhandle or Flag. A lot with street access provided to the bulk of the lot by means of a corridor of lesser width. Lot, Remnant. A lot that is below minimum size as established in the City Zoning Code in effect at the time of the subdivision creating it. Lot, Through. An interior lot having frontage on two streets. Also referred to as a Double Frontage Lot. Lot Line. A property boundary line of any lot held in single or separate ownership or separately described; except that where any portion of the lot extends into the abutting street or alley, the lot line shall be deemed to be the street or alley line. • Lot Line, Front: The boundary of a lot abutting a street. On a corner lot, the shortest street lot line shall be the front lot line. The Zoning Administrator may designate the front lot line based on the practical front yard of the property as determined by such factors as the existing or proposed building configuration and consideration of the characteristics of surrounding properties. • Lot Line, Rear: The lot line most nearly parallel to and most remote from the front lot line. • Lot Line, Side: Lot lines other than front or rear lot lines. On a corner lot, the longest street lot line shall be a side lot line. Lot of record. A lot existing as of April 10th, 1993, date of this Code or approved by the city as a lot subsequent to such date and includes non-conforming lots. In no case shall a portion of an original platted lot constitute a lot of record. Metes and Bounds Description. A method of property description utilizing directions and distances commencing from and terminating at an easily identifiable point. Minimum Subdivision Design Standards. The guides, principles and specifications for the preparation of subdivision plans indicating, among other things, the minimum and maximum dimensions of the various elements set forth in the preliminary plan. Outlot. A parcel or remnant of land described by reference in a plat as a lettered outlot which is intended for open space, recreation, right-of-way, utilities, essential services, drainage, or to hold for future platting in order to facilitate development. No habitable structure shall be constructed on an outlot. Owner. Any individual, firm, association, syndicate, cooperative, copartnership, corporation, trust or any other legal entity having sufficient proprietary interest in the land sought to be subdivided to commence and maintain proceedings to subdivide the same under this chapter. Planning Commission. The person or persons designated by the City Council to advise it on planning matters. Preliminary Plan. The preliminary map, drawing or chart indicating the proposed layout of the subdivision to be submitted to the City Council for its consideration. Private Improvement. Any improvement for which the city does not assume ownership or the responsibility for maintenance and operation, but which instead is owned, maintained and operated by a private property owner or group of private property owners. Protective Covenants. Contracts entered into between private parties and constitute a restriction on the use of all private property within a subdivision for the benefit of the property owners. Public Improvement. Any improvement for which the city, county, state, or federal government may ultimately assume the ownership and responsibility for maintenance and operation, or which may affect an improvement for which government responsibility is established. Public Works Design Manual. A manual adopted by the City Council that details the requirements for public street and utility construction within the City. Right-of-Way. Land acquired by reservation or dedication intended for public use and intended to be occupied or is occupied by a street, a sidewalk/trail, a railroad, utility lines, an oil or gas pipeline, a water line, a sanitary sewer, a storm sewer, or other similar uses. Roadway. The entirety of a private street and that portion of a public street extending from the back of the curb (i.e., the curbline) on one side to the back of the curb (i.e., the curbline) on the other side, used primarily for vehicular traffic. Setback Line, Building. A required open space on a lot, which space is unoccupied and unobstructed by a structure from its lowest ground level to the sky, except as expressly permitted in this chapter and other City ordinances. Sidewalk. A hard surfaced public or private way, used primarily for pedestrian traffic. Streets. A public right-of-way which affords primary means of access to abutting property, and also includes an avenue, boulevard, highway, road, or way, or however otherwise designated. The City uses the following street classifications: • Collector. Refers to a street that provides access to the residences, institutions and businesses on that street, providing a route through the neighborhood or business district for residents of other neighborhoods. • Cul-de-sac. A street with a circular turn-a-round and only one outlet. • Local. A street that provides access to residences of that street and provides a route through the neighborhood for residences on other streets. A large proportion of trips have neither an origin nor a destination on that street. • Major Arterial. A divided highway with four or more lanes that serves the major centers of activity of a metropolitan area, the highest traffic volume corridors, and the longest trip desires. The "Major Arterial" carries a high proportion of the total urban area travel on a minimum mileage. Almost all fully and partially controlled access facilities are a part of this class. • Minor Arterial. A street system which interconnects with and augments the urban major arterial system and provides service to trips of moderate length at somewhat lower level of travel mobility than major arterials. This system distributes travel to geographical areas smaller than those identified with the higher system. • Residential. A street that primarily serves adjoining residences with little or no through traffic. Almost all trips have either an origin or a destination on that street. Street Width. The shortest distance between the lines delineating the right-of-way of a street. Subdivider. Any person commencing proceedings to effect a subdivision of land hereunder for themself or for another. Subdivision. The separation of an area, parcel, or tract of land into two or more parcels, tracts, lots, or long-term leasehold interests where the creation of the leasehold interest necessitates the creation of streets, roads, or alleys, for residential, commercial, industrial, or other use or any combination thereof. The term "Subdivision" includes re-subdivision and, when appropriate to the context, shall apply to the process of subdividing or to the land subdivided. The acquisition of land by any means for purposes of erecting or installing utility lines, including underground gas lines, overhead power lines, transmitting towers, or similar utility sites, or easements shall be considered a subdivision when such utilities are designed to serve more than one lot. Watercourse. A channel in which a flow of water occurs either continuously or intermittently in a definitive direction. The term applies to either natural or artificially constructed channels. Chapter 11 Subdivision 1120. Minimum Subdivision Design Standards 1120.01 General Design Standards Subd. 1 Conformity with Other Standards. A. The proposed subdivision shall conform to the Comprehensive Plan, related policies adopted by the City, and to all other Chapters of the official Code and Zoning Ordinance of the City. Subd. 2 Arden Hills Public Works Design Manual. A. All platted subdivisions within the incorporated limits of the city shall be developed in conformance with the Arden Hills Public Works Design Manual, unless a waiver is granted by the City Council. B. The Public Works Design Manual may be amended from time to time by the City Council. In cases where there is a conflict between the Public Works Design Manual and this chapter, the Public Works Design Manual shall supersede. Subd. 3 Interpretation of Requirements. A. The design features set forth in this section are minimum requirements. The City may impose additional or more stringent requirements concerning lot size, streets, and overall design as deemed appropriate considering the property being subdivided. Subd. 4 Land Requirements. A. No land shall be developed which is held unsuitable for such use due to steep slopes, flooding, inadequate drainage, wetlands, adverse soil or rock formation, unfavorable topography, or any other feature likely to be harmful to the health, safety, or welfare of the community. Such property shall not be subdivided until all hazards have been eliminated or unless adequate safeguards against such hazards are provided by the subdivision plan. B. Proposed subdivisions shall be coordinated with surrounding jurisdictions and/or neighborhoods so that the city as a whole may develop efficiently and harmoniously. 1120.02 Blocks Subd. 1 Block Length. A. The length, width, and acreage of blocks within bounding roads shall be sufficient to accommodate the size of lots required for the area by the zoning ordinance and to provide for accessibility, circulation control, and safety of street traffic. B. The maximum length of blocks shall be 1,000 feet and the minimum block length shall be 500 feet, except where topography or other conditions justify a departure from this standard. C. In blocks longer than 1,000 feet, pedestrian ways and/or easements through the block may be required near the center of the block. Subd. 2 Block Width. A. A block shall be so designed as to provide two tiers of lots, unless it adjoins a railroad, limited access highway, lake, or backs on other subdivisions where it may have but a single tier of lots. B. Blocks intended for business or industrial use shall be of such width as to be considered most suitable for their respective use, including adequate space for off-street parking and deliveries. 1120.03 Lots Subd. 1 Area/Width. The minimum lot dimensions in subdivisions shall not be less than that established in the City Zoning Ordinance in effect at the time of adoption of the subdivision. Subd. 2 Corner Lots. Corner lots for residential uses shall have additional width to permit appropriate building setbacks from both streets as required in Chapter 13 Zoning. Subd. 3 Frontage. All proposed lots shall have frontage on a publicly dedicated street. The frontage width shall be the lot width required by the applicable zoning district. Subd. 4 Side Lot Lines. Side lines of lots shall be substantially at right angles or radial to the street line. Subd. 5 Butt Lots. Butt lots shall be platted at least five feet wider than the average width of interior lots in the block. Subd. 6 Through Lots. A. No parcel shall have streets abutting both the front and rear lot lines, except when necessary, due to topographical or other physical conditions. B. An alley is not considered a street for the purposes of this section. C. Through lots shall meet the dimensional requirements established in the Zoning Ordinance. D. The primary access to a through lot shall be provided via the street with the least traffic volume, unless the City Engineer determines that due to property’s use or safety the access shall be provided on the other street. Subd. 7 Lot Remnants. All remnants of lots below minimum size left over after subdividing of a larger tract must be added to adjacent lots, rather than be allowed to remain as unusable parcels. Subd. 8 Natural Features. In the subdividing of any land, due regard shall be shown for all natural features, such as tree growth, watercourses, historic spots, or similar conditions, which if preserved will add to the attractiveness of the proposed development. Subd. 9 Watercourses. A. Lots abutting upon a watercourse, drainage way, channel, or stream, including wetland or marsh, shall have an additional depth or width as required, to assure housing sites that are not subject to flooding. B. All building areas should be located outside the watercourse and a minimum of two feet above the 100-year flood elevation. Subd. 10 Grading. Corner lot grading and street intersection grades shall be such that there shall be no blocking of vision at street intersections over three (3) feet in height above street pavement level within fifteen (15) feet of intersecting street right-of-way lines. Subd. 11 Drainage. Lots shall be graded so as to provide drainage away from building locations and directed down lot lines within the proposed drainage and utility easements, subject to the Public Works Design Manual, and approval of the City Engineer. Any lot drainage that is directed onto an adjacent lot must be within a drainage easement. Subd. 12 Political Boundaries. No subdivision shall extend over a political boundary or school district line without document notification to affected units of government. Subd. 13 Outlots. A. An outlot may be platted within a subdivision to delineate future development phases, commonly owned open spaces, or land to be dedicated to the public for park, drainage and utility, or other public purpose. B. The outlot shall be sized in a manner to accommodate its intended use. C. An outlot shall be platted into a lot and block prior to issuance of a building permit. No building permits shall be issued for an outlot except for City structures allowed as a recreational or utility component in an open space area. 1120.04 Streets Subd. 1 Streets shall be designed to comply with City standards. In areas of the City where there are topographical or environmental conditions that limit the ability of the street to meet City standards, the street design may vary subject to the Public Works Design Manual and approval of the City Engineer. Subd. 2 Street Plan. A. The arrangement, character, extent, width, grade, and location of all proposed streets shall conform to city, county, and state plans and standards and be offered for dedication as public streets unless otherwise determined by the City Council. B. All proposed streets shall be considered in relation to existing and planned streets, reasonable circulation of traffic, topographical conditions, runoff of storm water, public convenience and safety, and in their appropriate relation to the proposed uses of the land to be served by the streets. 1. Local streets should be so planned as to discourage their use by non-local traffic. 2. Minimum design standards for collector streets shall comply with Minnesota Department of Transportation State Aid Standards. C. Except for cul-de-sacs, streets shall connect with streets already dedicated in adjoining subdivisions, or provide for future connections to adjoining unsubdivided tracts, or shall be a reasonable projection of streets in the nearest subdivided tracts. Subd. 3 Streets Widths. All right-of-way and roadway widths shall conform to the following minimum dimensions: Street Type Right-of-Way Width Roadway Width Major Arterial 100 Feet Determined on a case-by-case basis Minor Arterial 80 Feet Determined on a case-by-case basis Collector Street 70 Feet 32 Feet Minimum Residential Street 60 Feet 28 Feet Minimum Local Street 60 Feet 28 Feet Minimum Cul-de-sac 60 Feet 28 Feet Minimum Subd. 4 Private Streets. Private streets, except in the case of a townhouse development or a Planned Unit Development, shall be prohibited and no public improvements shall be approved for any private street. 1120.05 Alleys Subd. 1 Standards A. Alleys may be allowed and all alley rights-of-way and roadway widths must conform to the following minimum standards: Classification Right-of-Way Width Roadway Width Industrial or commercial 28 feet 20 feet Residential (two-way) 24 feet 16 feet Residential (one-way) 20 feet 12 feet B. The City Council may require alleys in non-residential areas where adequate off-street loading space is not available. 1120.06 Sidewalks and Trails Subd. 1 Sidewalks. A. Sidewalks shall be designed and constructed to meet the requirements defined in the Public Works Design Manual. Subd. 2 Trails. A. Trails shall be designed and constructed to meet the requirements defined in the Public Works Design Manual. B. Trails shall be established in accordance with the City's Comprehensive Plan, other relevant plans adopted by the City, along natural features such as lakes, wetlands, and ditches, and in other areas where trails will serve an important transportation or recreational purpose as recommended and approved by the City Council. 1120.07 Easements Subd. 1 Width and Location. An easement for drainage and utilities at least 12 feet wide shall be provided around the perimeter of a subdivision, along front and rear lot lines, and centered along shared side lot lines. Easements of 20 feet or greater width or area may be required if necessary for the extension of main water or sewer lines, similar utilities, for drainage purposes, or to incorporate wetlands. Subd. 2 Continuous Utility Easement Locations. Drainage and utility easements shall connect with easements established in adjoining properties. These easements, when approved, shall not thereafter be changed without the approval of the City Council after a public hearing. Subd. 3 Guy Wires. Additional easements for pole guys should be provided, where appropriate, at the outside of turns. Where possible, lot lines shall be arranged to bisect the exterior angle so that pole guys fall alongside lot lines. Subd. 4 Storm Water Management Ponds. Ponding easements shall be required for storm water ponding areas and shall be taken to two feet above the emergency overflow elevation or 100-year flood elevation if no emergency overflow elevation is provided. In addition, if the easement is not adjacent to a public right-of-way, adequate public access to the easement for maintenance purposes is required. Subd. 5 Provided for Drainage. Where a subdivision is traversed by a watercourse, drainage way, channel, or stream, there shall be provided a storm water easement or drainage right-of-way conforming substantially with the lines of the watercourse, together with any further width or construction or both, as shall be adequate to direct storm water runoff. Subd. 6 Sidewalk/ Trail Easements. Sidewalk/trail easements shall be provided when deemed essential to provide circulation or access to parks, schools, playgrounds, shopping areas, transportation, or other community facilities. Subd. 7 The construction of any retaining walls within the public right-of-way or drainage and utility easements will need prior approval of the City Engineer. 1120.08 Stormwater Management Subd. 1 Stormwater management plans shall comply with Rice Creek Watershed District Rules Rule C: Stormwater Management Plans. Page 1 of 3 Chapter 11 Subdivision 1130. Required Improvements 1130.01 Interpretation Subd. 1 All of the required improvements specified in this section shall be constructed in accordance with the state building code and all other applicable city, county, and state regulations, policies, and guidelines. 1130.02 Required Improvements Subd. 1 Survey Monuments. A. Official permanent monuments shall be placed as required by Minn. Stat. § 505.021 (as may be amended). B. All monument markers shall be correctly in place upon final grading and installation of utilities. C. The city will not issue building permits for a lot within a plat until monuments have been placed for that lot. D. All United States, state, county or other official benchmarks, monuments or triangulation stations in or adjacent to the property shall be preserved in precise position. Subd. 2 Streets. A. Street Grading. The full width of the right of way, of each street dedicated in the plat shall be graded in accordance with the provisions for construction as outlined in Section 1120 Minimum Design Standards. B. Street Surfacing. All streets shall be improved with pavements constructed to specification of the City Engineer. Subd. 3 Sewer and Water. A. Sanitary sewer and water facilities for the subdivision shall be obtained by connections to the City sewer and water systems and shall be designed, installed, and approved in accordance with the standards and specifications of the City Engineer. Subd. 4 Utilities. A. All utilities shall be installed underground as provided in this code. All underground work shall be completed prior to street surfacing. Subd. 5 Sod. Turf and four inches of topsoil shall be provided between the pavement edge and the lot line. Subd. 6 Tree Preservation. Tree removal on all properties in the City is subject to the provisions of Section 1350.05. Subd. 7 Tree Plantings. Tree plantings are required as follows: A. . Street Trees Required. 1. At least one street tree shall be properly installed at the time of street construction for each 40- foot length of right-of-way. This requirement may be modified depending on the chosen tree species and its typical spread at maturity. 2. The type of tree shall be subject to the Arden Hills Preferred Street Tree Species List or by City approval following the additional standards below: a. Coniferous trees must be at least six feet high at the time of installation. b. Deciduous trees must be at least two and one-half inches in diameter at a height four feet above the ground at the time of installation. c. These requirements may be waived by the City where the subdivider can demonstrate that a suitable tree is already located in an appropriate location on the lot. B. Lots shall meet the minimum landscaping requirements and tree preservation requirements in Sec. 1350.04 and 1350.05 of the Zoning Code. Page 2 of 3 Subd. 8 Lighting. Streetlights shall not be installed at intersections or along roadways unless specifically approved by the City Engineer. A streetlight plan must be submitted to accommodate safe travel and to preserve the character of the neighborhood. Subd. 9 Street Markers. All necessary street markers and traffic signs shall be installed. Subd. 10 Sidewalks. Sidewalks may be required along both sides of all streets; pedestrian ways shall be paved and fenced as approved by the City Council. 1130.03 Installation of Required Improvements Subd. 1 Development Agreement Required. To ensure that a subdivider follows the conditions of approval and properly installs the basic improvements required in a plat. Whenever a subdivision includes any public improvements or other conditions of approval, the subdivider shall enter into a development agreement with the City, setting forth the conditions under which the subdivision is approved. Subd. 2 All of the required improvements to be installed under the provisions of this section shall be designed and constructed in accordance with the design standards of this section and the current version of the city's engineering standard specifications, which are adopted herein by reference, and approved by and subject to the inspection of the city engineer prior to approval. Subd. 3 Surety Bond. The subdivider shall furnish a surety bond with a sum equal to 125% of the estimated cost of the required improvements to be made under the contract or shall have given a performance bond in the same amount to the City to cover the cost of the improvements, as estimated by the City Engineer. The bond will be in a form required by statute for public contractor bonds and will identify the improvements and the time scheduled for their completion. Subd. 4 Preparation of Plans and Specifications. A. The subdivider shall submit plans and specifications that have been prepared by a competent registered professional engineer to the city for approval by the city engineer. B. The city shall, at the subdivider's expense, provide all on-site inspection and soil testing to certify that the construction work meets the city's standards and approved plans. C. All labor and work shall be done and performed in the best and most workmanlike manner and in strict conformance with the approved plans and specifications. D. No deviations from the approved plans and specifications will be permitted unless approved in writing by the city engineer. E. The subdivider shall not do any work or furnish any materials not covered by the plans and specifications and special conditions of this development agreement, for which reimbursement is expected from the city, unless such work is first ordered in writing by the city engineer as provided in the specifications. Subd. 5 Timeline. A. The subdivider shall complete all required basic improvements no later than one year following the commencement of work on the improvements, except: 1. Where weather precludes completion; 2. For street lighting; 3. For landscaping; and 4. For the wearing course of streets. B. Where weather precludes completion, the timeline for completion of the improvements may be extended an additional six months. C. The subdivider shall complete street lighting within two years following the initial commencement of work on the required basic improvements. D. The subdivider shall complete landscaping by the development phase within 90 days following the issuance of a building permit for the last vacant lot within a phase unless weather precludes completion, in which case the landscaping shall be completed at the outset of the next growing season. Page 3 of 3 E. Neither curb and gutter nor bituminous pavement shall be installed between November 15 and April 15. The final wear course on streets shall be installed between May 15 and October 1, the first summer after the base layer of asphalt has been in place one freeze-thaw cycle. Any deficiencies in the base asphalt, curb or other improvements must be repaired by the subdivider at its own cost prior to final paving. The subdivider may, however, request an extension of time from the city. If an extension is granted, it shall be conditioned upon updating the security posted by the subdivider to reflect cost increases and the extended completion date. Final wear course placement outside of this time frame must have the written approval of the city engineer. Subd. 6 It shall be the declared policy of the City to require the subdivider to proceed as soon as practicable with installations within the subdivision of such required improvements, after final approval of a subdivision plat, execution of the development agreement, and payment. Page 1 of 3 Chapter 11 Subdivision 1140. Dedications 1140.01 Public Dedications Required Subd. 1 Pursuant to Minn. Stat. Section 462.358, Subd. 2b, except as otherwise provided in this section, the City requires all owners or developers, as a prerequisite to approval of a subdivision to convey to the City or dedicate to the public use a reasonable portion of any such proposal for public use as streets, roads, sewers, electric, gas, and water facilities, storm water drainage and holding areas or ponds and similar utilities and improvements, parks, recreational facilities, playgrounds, trails, wetlands, or open space, in such portions to be approved and acceptable to the City. 1140.02 Park Dedication Subd. 1 This subsection is adopted for the purpose of providing for the recreation, health, and well-being of the public through the orderly development of an interconnected system of parks, trails, and open spaces. The City finds that the dedication and improvement requirements as defined in this subsection are necessary to meet the minimum needs for parks, trails, wetlands, and open spaces resulting from development subject to Section 1130.08 1140.03 Park Land to be Dedicated. Subd. 1 Land dedicated under this section shall reasonably conform to the City’s comprehensive plan. Subd. 2 Dedication Amounts. A. In residential subdivisions where parkland dedication is required, the following formula shall be used to determine the parkland dedication: Category Units Per Acre Percentage Park Dedication /Acres of Development Low Density Residential Up to 2.5 10 percent Medium Density Residential More than 2.5 to 8.0 15 percent High Density Residential More than 8.0 20 percent B. In commercial or industrial subdivisions where a land dedication is required, the following formula shall be used to determine the parkland dedication: fifteen (15) percent of the gross area of the subdivision. Subd. 3 Property being subdivided without an increase in the number of lots shall be exempt from park dedication requirements if similar requirements were satisfied in conjunction with an earlier subdivision. If the number of lots is increased, then the dedication shall be based on the additional lots created. 1140.04 Cash in Lieu of Park Land Dedication. Subd. 1 In lieu of land dedication the City may, at its discretion, require: A. A cash contribution B. A combination of land and a cash contribution Subd. 2 The cash payment shall be determined based on the fair market of the land that would otherwise be dedicated to the City. Subd. 3 Where a combination of land and cash dedication is made, the land dedicated will be deducted from the total park dedication land requirement, and the balance of required dedication acreage will be converted into a cash contribution in lieu of land dedication pursuant to the fair market value of the property in the subdivision. Subd. 4 Fair market value shall be determined as of the time of filing the Final Plat in accordance with the following: Page 2 of 3 A. The City and developer may agree as to the fair market value; or B. The fair market value may be based upon a current appraisal submitted to the City by the subdivider at the subdivider’s expense. The appraisal shall be made by an appraiser who is an approved member of the SREA or MAI, or equivalent real estate appraisal societies. C. If the City disputes such appraisal, the City may, at the subdivider’s expense, obtain an appraisal of the property by a qualified real estate appraiser, which appraisal shall be conclusive evidence of the fair market value of the land. 1140.05 Process for Park Land Dedication Subd. 1 City staff recommendation. In each case City staff shall recommend to the City Council the total area and location of such land that should be conveyed or dedicated within the development for park, trails, or open space purposes, or whether a cash contribution in lieu of land dedication should be required. Such recommendation may take into consideration items such as the zoning classification of the land to be developed, the particular use proposed for such land, amenities to be provided and factors of density and site development as proposed by the developer. Subd. 2 Cash contributions for land dedication or park improvements are to be calculated at the time of the Final Plat approval. The City may require the payment at the time of the Final Plat approval or at a later time under terms agreed upon in the development agreement. Delayed payment shall include interest at a rate set by the City. Subd. 3 Any land required to be dedicated for park, trails, or open space purposes as defined in this section shall be conveyed to the City prior to the City’s release of the Final Plat for filing. Subd. 4 Park dedication fund. Cash contributions shall be deposited in a designated park dedication fund and shall only be used for the acquisition and development or improvement of parks, recreational facilities, playgrounds, trails, wetlands, or open space. 1140.06 Miscellaneous Provisions for Park Land Dedication Subd. 1 Trail connections. In cases where a subdivision borders a trail identified in the City’s comprehensive plan, the subdivider or developer shall be responsible for constructing trail improvements that provide connections from the subdivision area to this trail. The location and specifications of the trail connections shall be determined by the City Engineer and Community Development Director. Subd. 2 Suitability of dedicated land. As determined by the City, land shall be reasonably suitable for its intended use and shall be at a location convenient to the people to be served. Factors used in evaluating the adequacy of proposed park and recreation areas shall include, and are not limited to: size, shape, topography, geology, hydrology, tree cover, access, and location. Subd. 3 Acquisition of sites proposed on official map or comprehensive plan. Where a proposed park, playground, trail, open space or other recreational area that has been indicated on the official map or comprehensive plan is located in whole or in part within a proposed subdivision, such proposed site shall be designated as such on the plat and be dedicated to the City. If the subdivider chooses not to dedicate an area in excess of the land required hereunder for such proposed public site, the City may consider acquiring the site through purchase. Subd. 4 Calculating density. Land area conveyed or dedicated to the City shall not be used in calculating density requirements of the City Zoning Code and shall be in addition to and not in lieu of private open space requirements prescribed in the Zoning Code. Subd. 5 As part of the subdivision approval, the developer shall be responsible for making certain improvements to dedicated park land, including, but not limited to, finish grading, ground cover, construction of trails, and clearly identifying park and trail boundaries with city-approved markers. Subd. 6 The developer shall bring utilities a reasonable distance inside the property line of the future park, as determined by the city engineer, and shall cap them off at no cost to the city. Utilities shall include gas, storm sewer, water, electricity, and sanitary sewer. The location where such utilities are to Page 3 of 3 be brought into the future park shall be determined by the city engineer and parks and recreation director. Page 1 of 9 Chapter 11 Subdivision 1150. Procedures 1150.01 Common Procedures Subd. 1 Authority to File A. Development review applications for an individual property may be initiated by: 1. The owner of the property that is the subject of the application; or 2. An agent authorized by the owner of the property that is the subject of the application. Evidence of such authorization shall be the signature of the property owner. 3. If the property subject to an application is under more than one ownership, all owners or their authorized agents shall join in filing the application. Subd. 2 Exemptions A. Subdivision approval is not required for any of the following: 1. Separations where all the resulting parcels, tracts, lots, or interests will be 20 acres or larger in size and 500 feet in width for residential use. 2. Separations where all the resulting parcels, tracts, lots, or interests will be five acres or larger in size for commercial and industrial use; 3. Separations creating cemetery lots; 4. Land separations resulting from court orders; or 5. Lot consolidation. Subd. 3 Applications and Fees A. Pre-application meetings are recommended. 1. A pre -application meeting is an informal discussion between a potential applicant and city staff regarding a possible project subject to this title. The Zoning Administrator shall determine which city staff shall attend the pre-application meeting or be involved in the correspondence. 2. The purpose of the pre-application meeting is to assist the applicant in identifying the type of approvals needed, the potential review criteria, and the information to be contained in the application(s). This should include at a minimum an assessment of a concept plan and narrative. 3. Discussions that occur during pre-application meetings are not binding on the City and do not constitute official assurances or representations on the City. B. Depending on the requirements of this Code, multiple applications may be required for a single development. C. City staff shall determine the order of application review based on the City Code, including this chapter, and state requirements. Where possible, applications can be reviewed simultaneously. D. Applications for subdivisions shall be filed with the City and include all of the information required on the application form provided by the City. Failure by the applicant to provide all of the required information may result in rejection of the application by City staff. E. Fees for subdivision applications provided for in this chapter shall be established by ordinance. The applicant shall submit the filing fee and if applicable, an escrow for technical assistance, established and adopted by the Council paid to the Zoning Administrator with every application. No building permit will be issued until all fees are paid for the subdivision applications. F. Any and all expenses incurred by the City for the technical assistance of engineering, planning, legal, or other services related to the review and processing of the subdivision application that exceeds the established application fee shall be collected from the applicant. Such fees shall come due immediately upon notification by the City. The City may withhold any final action on a development application and/or rescind prior action until all fees are paid in full. Page 2 of 9 Subd. 4 Registered Land Surveys A. Registered land surveys shall not be used to avoid the requirements of this title. B. All registered land surveys shall be prepared in conformance with Minnesota Statutes, section 508.47, subdivision 4. C. All registered land surveys shall be reviewed by the Planning Commission and approved by the Council in the same manner as a preliminary plat in accordance with the standards and procedures set forth in this chapter. D. The Planning Commission shall first review the arrangement, size and the relationship of proposed tracts in the registered land surveys, and tracts to be used as easements or roads that should be dedicated and make a recommendation to the Council. E. Building permits will be withheld for buildings on tracts that have been improperly subdivided by registered land surveys until a recommendation and approval have been obtained from the Planning Commission and City Council respectively. In accordance with the standards and procedures set forth in this chapter. F. The City may refuse to take over tracts as streets or roads or to improve, repair or maintain any tracts of land unless so approved. Subd. 5 Public Hearings and Notices A. Public hearings required by this chapter and shall be conducted pursuant to the rules established for each of the bodies, the Arden Hills City Code, and in compliance with state law. B. All public hearings shall be open to the public. C. The applicant or a representative should attend the public hearing. D. Unless otherwise noted herein, the Planning Commission shall hold the public hearing and make a recommendation to the City Council for final approval. The City Council may hold additional public hearing(s). E. Notice of the public hearing shall be published in the official newspaper of the municipality at least ten days prior to the date of the hearing. The notice shall also be mailed to the following entities not less than ten days prior to the date of the hearing: 1. All property owners of record according to the county assessment records within 350 feet of the property. 2. The Commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources if the proposed subdivision is located in part or in total within the Shoreland Overlay District. 3. The Commissioner of the State Department of Transportation and the County Engineer if the proposed plat abuts or includes a state trunk highway or a county state aid road. 4. The failure to provide mailed notice to individual property owners, or any defects in the notice, shall not invalidate the proceedings, provided a bona fide attempt to comply with this chapter has been made and no other state statutes apply. Subd. 6 Deadline for Action A. In compliance with M.S. § 462.358, the City shall take action to preliminarily approve or deny a subdivision application within 120 days following delivery of an application completed in compliance with this Code, unless an extension for the review period has been agreed to by the applicant. B. In compliance with M.S. § 462.358, the City shall certify final approval of a subdivision application within 60 days if the applicant has complied with all conditions and requirements of applicable regulations and the preliminary approval. Subd. 7 Appeals of Decisions. A. Appeal of Zoning Administrator Interpretation. 1. The Planning Commission shall hear and make recommendations to the City Council for any appeals of the Zoning Administrator’s interpretation of this chapter. B. Appeal of City Council Decision. 1. All decisions made by the City Council regarding subdivision shall be final, except that any aggrieved person shall have the right to appeal within 30 days after delivery of the decision to the appellant, to the District Court in Ramsey County. Any person seeking judicial review under Page 3 of 9 this chapter must serve the city and all necessary parties, including any landowners, within the 30-day period defined above. Subd. 8 Successive Applications. No application which has been denied wholly or in part may be resubmitted for at least one year from the date of its submittal, unless substantial changes have been made which warrant reconsideration, as determined by city staff. Subd. 9 Withdrawal of Applications. A. Any request for withdrawal of an application shall be submitted in writing to the Zoning Administrator. B. In all cases where the applicant has requested withdrawal of an application, the associated fee paid and any costs incurred by the City in the processing of the application shall not be refunded. Subd. 10 Copies of Plats A. Copies of all subdivision plats and any modifications or phases after that have been submitted and approved as provided in this chapter, shall be filed and kept among the records of the City. Subd. 11 Prohibition Related to Building Permits. A. No lot, parcel, or tract created after the effective date of this chapter shall be issued a building permit unless the lot, parcel or tract has been created in compliance with the subdivision regulations of the city. B. Outlots are deemed unbuildable, and no building permit shall be issued for such properties, except in the case of City approved public park facilities or essential services. 1150.02 Administrative Lot Line Adjustment Subd. 1 Applicability. An application for an administrative lot line adjustment shall be submitted to the City when any of the following apply: A. Applicant proposes to relocate a property line(s) without increasing or decreasing the number of parcels and where all parcels meet the applicable Zoning Code requirements; or B. Conveyance by metes and bounds. Subd. 2 Application. A. A pre -application meeting is suggested pursuant to Section 1150.01 Subd. 3 (A) prior to submitting an administrative lot line adjustment application. B. The application for an administrative lot line adjustment shall be filed pursuant to Section 1150.01 Subd. 3. Subd. 3 Review Process. A. The Zoning Administrator shall review the application and plans and refer them to additional city staff for review as applicable. B. The Zoning Administrator shall approve or deny the application and provide the applicant with written notice of the decision and reasons for approval or denial. 1150.03 Minor Subdivisions of Unplatted Property Subd. 1 General Applicability. A. In the case of a proposed minor subdivision of an unplatted tract of land resulting in three or fewer parcels, in an area where conditions are well defined, the City Council may exempt the subdivider from compliance with all or some of the provisions of this chapter. Minor subdivisions of commercial or industrial properties must be platted. B. The provisions from which the subdivision may be exempted shall be specified by the Planning Commission at its first meeting at which the subdivider's application under this paragraph is presented. Subd. 2 Special Exceptions. Such subdivision may be exempted from the platting requirements of this chapter and may be allowed to be accomplished by means of a survey or registered land survey provided that the following requirements have been met: A. The resultant parcels abut on and have access to an existing public street, road, thoroughfare, or highway; Page 4 of 9 B. The subdivision will not involve the opening, widening or extension of any public or private street, road, thoroughfare, or highway, and will not involve the dedication, reservation, or construction of any type of public utility; C. The subdivision will not obstruct future streets which have been planned by the City; D. The subdivision will not be detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to adjacent tracts in the area in which the subdivision tract is located; E. The registered land survey conforms in all respects to the provisions of M.S. § 508.47 (4), as amended, the terms of which are incorporated herein by reference. F. Monuments or stakes shall be placed and installed at all corners and angle points of the resultant parcels; G. The resultant parcels will not have setbacks and dimensions less than those required in the zoning ordinance, as amended; H. Drainage and utility easements along lot lines and any other easements required by this chapter. I. A grading plan with drainage calculations shall be submitted if required by the City Engineer. J. The subdivider has complied with the requirements of this chapter which the Planning Commission or City Council have made the subdivision by registered land survey or survey specifically subject to. Subd. 3 Application. A. A pre -application meeting is suggested pursuant to Section 1150.01 Subd. 3 (A) prior to submitting a minor subdivision application. B. The application for a minor subdivision shall be filed pursuant to Section 1150.01 Subd. 3. Subd. 4 Review Process. A. The Zoning Administrator shall review the application and plans then refer them to additional city staff for review as applicable. B. The application will be forwarded to the Planning Commission for review at their next regular meeting, or a special meeting if called. After review the Planning Commission shall make a recommendation to the Council. C. The public hearing requirements shall be exempt for minor subdivisions of unplatted property unless the Planning Commission and Council determines further review is necessary. D. The City Council shall review and approve, approve conditionally, or deny any standards or exemptions to the minor subdivision application for unplatted property. E. The City Council shall state, in writing, its findings for approval or denial, as well as any conditions of approval. F. Following the decision by the City Council, the Zoning Administrator shall notify the applicant of the Council’s action and reasons thereof. 1150.04 Minor Subdivisions or Consolidation of Platted Lots of Record Subd. 1 Applicability. A. In the case of an application to divide one or more lots platted into lots and blocks and designated in a subdivision plat into one or more separately described parcels, or B. An application for the consolidation of two or more such platted lots or parts thereof into one or more tracts, the City Council, upon review and after reported recommendation of the Planning Commission, may approve the division or consolidation, upon compliance with the following conditions: 1. Survey. The owner(s) of the platted lot(s) to be so divided or consolidated shall file with the Zoning Administrator a survey or registered land survey of the lot(s) to be divided or consolidated. The survey or registered land survey shall be prepared and certified by a Licensed Surveyor. 2. Relation to Zoning Ordinance. The parcels or tracts resulting from the division or consolidation, as depicted in the survey or registered land survey, shall not have an area, Page 5 of 9 dimensions, or setbacks which are less than the minimum requirements specified for the zoning district in which the parcels or tracts are located in the zoning ordinance. 3. Public Welfare. It is determined that the proposed division or consolidation will not be detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to adjacent tracts in the area in which the subdivision tract is located. 4. Conformity. The proposed division or consolidation shall conform to such other requirements of this chapter as the Planning Commission may specify. The City Council may add to or subtract from these requirements any additional requirements which it deems necessary for the protection of the health, safety, general welfare, and convenience of the City, and to secure the objectives of this chapter. Subd. 2 Application. A. A pre -application meeting is suggested pursuant to Section 1150.01 Subd. 3 (A) prior to submitting a minor subdivision application. B. The application for a minor subdivision shall be filed pursuant to Section 1150.01 Subd. 3. Subd. 3 Review Process. A. The Zoning Administrator shall review the application and plans and then refer them to additional city staff for review as applicable. B. The application will be forwarded to the Planning Commission for review at their next regular meeting, or a special meeting if called. After review, the Planning Commission shall make a recommendation to the Council. C. The public hearing requirements of Section 1150.01 Subd. 5 shall apply for minor subdivisions of platted properties of record. D. The City Council shall review and approve, approve conditionally, or deny the minor subdivision application for platted property of record. E. The City Council shall state, in writing, its findings for approval or denial, as well as any conditions of approval. F. Following the decision by the City Council, the Zoning Administrator shall notify the applicant of the Council’s action and reasons thereof. 1150.05 Preliminary Plat Subd. 1 Filings. A. A pre -application meeting is suggested pursuant to Section 1150.01 Subd. 3 (A) prior to submitting a preliminary plat application. B. The application for a preliminary plat shall be filed pursuant to Section 1150.01 Subd. 3. C. Before platting or dividing a tract of land into two or more lots or parcels, an owner or subdivider shall file with the City: 1. Copies of the preliminary plat as required by the City submittal process. 2. The lump sum fee in cash for the entire subdivision, plus a cash fee for each lot in the subdivision. Fees shall be as established in a resolution adopted by the Council. Fees shall be used for expenses of the City in connection with approval or disapproval of the plan and any final plat which may thereafter be submitted. 3. If the subdivider requests that any existing special assessments which have been levied against the premises described in the subdivision be divided and allocated to the respective lots in the subdivision plat, the Zoning Administrator shall estimate the clerical cost of preparing the revised assessment roll, filing the same with the County Auditor, and making such division and allocation, and upon approval by the Council of an estimated cost, the cost shall be paid to the City Treasurer in addition to the fees required Subd. 2 above, to cover the cost of preparing and filing the revised assessment. Subd. 2 Review Process. A. The Zoning Administrator shall review the application and plans and refer them to additional City Staff for review as applicable. Page 6 of 9 B. The application will be forwarded to the Planning Commission for review at the next regular meeting, or a special meeting if called. After review the Planning Commission shall make a recommendation to the Council. C. The public hearing requirements of Section 1150.01 Subd. 5 shall apply for subdivisions of platted properties of record. D. The City Council shall review and approve, approve conditionally, or deny the preliminary plat application. 1. The City Council shall act on the preliminary plan by resolution approving or adopting it within 30 days after receiving the report of the Planning Commission. 2. If the report of the Planning Commission has not been received within 75 days, after referring the matter to the Planning Commission, the Council may act on the preliminary plan without the report. 3. The City Council shall state, in writing, its findings for approval or denial, as well as any conditions of approval. E. Denial of Plats. The City may deny the subdivision if it makes one or more of the following findings: 1. That the proposed subdivision is in conflict with the adopted Comprehensive Plan of the city; 2. That the physical characteristics of the site, including, but not limited to, topography, percolation rate, soil conditions, susceptibility to erosion and siltation, susceptibility to flooding, water storage, drainage, and retention, are such that the site is not suitable for the type of development, design, or use contemplated; 3. That the design of the subdivision or the proposed improvements are likely to cause environmental damage; 4. That the design of the subdivision or the type of improvements is likely to cause public health problems; 5. That the design of the subdivision or the type of improvements will conflict with easements of record or with easements established by judgement of a court; 6. That the proposed subdivision, its site, or its design adversely affects the flood-carrying capacity of the floodway, increases flood stages and velocities, or increases flood hazards within the floodway fringe or within other areas of the city; 7. The proposed subdivision is inconsistent with the policies and standards of state-defined Shorelands, Floodplains, and Wetlands; 8. The City Council deems the subdivision to be premature; 9. The design of the subdivision does not conform to minimum city standards. F. Following the decision by the City Council, the Zoning Administrator shall notify the applicant of the Council’s action and reasons thereof and timeline for final plat submission. G. Approval and Denial. If the preliminary plan is not approved by the City Council, the reasons for such action shall be recorded in the proceedings of the Council and transmitted to the applicant. If the preliminary plan is approved, approval shall not constitute final acceptance of the subdivision. Subd. 3 Qualifications Governing Approval. A. Revision. The City Council may require such changes or revisions as it deems necessary for the health, safety, general welfare, and convenience of the City. B. Scope. The approval of a preliminary plan by the Council is tentative only, involving merely the general acceptability of the layout as submitted. C. Additional Approval Required. Subsequent approval will be required of the engineering proposals pertaining to water supply, storm drainage, sewerage and sewage disposal, gas and electric service, grading, gradients and street widths, and the surfacing of streets by the City Engineer and other public officials having jurisdiction, prior to the approval of the final plat by the City. D. Flooding. No plan will be approved for a subdivision which covers an area subject to periodic flooding or which contains extremely poor drainage facilities which would make adequate drainage of the streets and lots impossible, unless the subdivider agrees to make improvements which will, in Page 7 of 9 the opinion of the City Engineer, make the area completely safe for occupancy and provide adequate street and lot drainage. 1150.06 Final Plat Subd. 1 Application Filing and Incorporation. A. Filing. The owner or subdivider shall file with the City the final plat not later than one year after the date of approval of the preliminary plan; unless an extension is requested in writing by the subdivider and granted by the City Council. B. The owner or subdivider shall also submit a final plat prepared in compliance with the county plat manual dated April 1981 as adopted by the county board of commissioners on April 13, 1981, Resolution No. 81-288 and any amendments thereto and an up-to-date certified abstract of title or registered property report and such other evidence as the city attorney may require showing title or control in the applicant. Subd. 2 Review Process. A. The Zoning Administrator shall review the application and plans then refer them to additional city staff for review as applicable. B. Incorporation of Changes. The final plat shall have incorporated in it all changes or modifications required by the City Council; in all other respects it shall conform to the preliminary plan. It may constitute only that portion of the approved preliminary plan which the subdivider proposes to record and develop at the time, provided that such portion conforms with all the requirements of this chapter. C. Verification of Form. The City Council shall consider the final plat officially filed after the Planning Commission, the City Engineer, and the City Attorney have examined it and advised the Council that it is in proper form. D. The public hearing requirements of Section 1150.01 Subd. 5 shall apply for final plats. E. The City Council shall review and approve, approve conditionally, or deny the final plat application. F. The City Council shall state, in writing, its findings for approval or denial, as well as any conditions of approval. G. Following the decision by the City Council, the Zoning Administrator shall notify the applicant of the Council’s action and reasons thereof and next steps for the subdivision development process. Subd. 3 Reporting and Recording. A. If the final plat is approved by the City Council, the subdivider shall record it with the County Recorder or Registrar of Titles within 60 days after the date of approval; otherwise, the approval of the final plat shall be considered void. In the event that the plat is disapproved, the grounds for such disapproval must be reported in proceedings of the Council and be duly transmitted to the applicant. B. The subdivider shall, immediately upon recording, furnish the City with at least one physical copy or electronic version of the final plat showing evidence of the recording. C. Effect of Final Plat Decision. 1. After the final plat has been approved by the City Council, the city shall distribute copies of the approved final plat to all affected agencies. A copy of all final plats located in total or in part within the Shoreland Overlay District shall be submitted to the Commissioner of the State Department of Natural Resources within ten days of the final plat approval. 2. It shall be the responsibility of the subdivider to file the plat with the appropriate county offices after final approval once all conditions of the final plat have been met and required improvements are either installed or a contract and sureties insuring their installation is filed. 3. Failure to record the final plat within one year of final approval shall result in the requiring of a new preliminary plat. This new preliminary plat must be reviewed in accordance with the procedure set out in this part to ensure compliance with any new requirements. 4. Prior to the expiration of any timeframe, the City Council may, upon request of the property owner and by resolution and findings of fact, approve extensions in up to 12-month increments. Page 8 of 9 5. If no building permit for the construction of the subdivision has not been pulled within two years after the final approval shall result in the final plat becoming null and void unless prior to the expiration, the City Council may, upon request of the property owner and by resolution and findings of fact, approve extensions in up to 12-month increments. The request for extension shall state facts showing a good faith attempt to complete the work permitted in the subdivision. The petition shall be presented to the City Council for a decision. If the subdivision becomes null and void a new preliminary plat must be reviewed in accordance with the procedure set out in this section to ensure compliance with any new requirements. 1150.07 Subdivision Variances Subd. 1 The City Council may grant a subdivision variance from the regulations contained in this chapter as part of the plat approval process following a finding that all of the following conditions exist: A. The variance will not be substantially detrimental to the public welfare and is in accord with the purpose and intent of this chapter, the zoning ordinance, and the Comprehensive Plan. B. The subdivider has established practical difficulties in complying with this subdivision ordinance. C. “Practical difficulties,” as used in connection with the granting of a variance, means: 1. the property owner proposes to use the property in a reasonable manner not permitted by the zoning ordinance; 2. the plight of the landowner is due to circumstances unique to the property not created by the landowner; and 3. the variance, if granted, will not alter the essential character of the locality. Economic considerations alone do not constitute practical difficulties. Practical difficulties include, but are not limited to, inadequate access to direct sunlight for solar energy systems Subd. 2 In making these findings, the Council shall consider the nature of the proposed use of land and the existing use of land in the vicinity, the number of people to reside or work in the proposed subdivision, and the probable effect of the proposed subdivision upon traffic conditions in the vicinity. In granting a variance as provided in this section, the Council shall prescribe only such conditions that it deems desirable or necessary to the public interest. Subd. 3 Applications. A. Application for any variance shall be in writing by the subdivider at the time when the preliminary plat is filed for the consideration of the City Council, stating fully and clearly all facts relied upon by the petitioner, and shall be supplemented with maps, plans, or other additional data which may aid the Council in the analysis of the proposed project. The plans for the development shall include the covenants, restrictions, or other legal provisions necessary to guarantee the full achievement of the plan. Subd. 4 Review Process. A. The Zoning Administrator shall review the application and plans and then refer them to additional city staff for review as applicable. B. The public hearing requirements of Section 1150.01 Subd. 5 shall apply for subdivision variances. C. The City Council shall review and approve, approve conditionally, or deny the subdivision variance application. D. The City Council shall state, in writing, its findings for approval or denial, as well as any conditions of approval. E. Following the decision by the City Council, the Zoning Administrator shall notify the applicant of the Council’s action and reasons thereof and next steps for the subdivision development review process. Subd. 5 Effects of Subdivision Variance Decision A. Violations of the conditions of a subdivision variance shall void the variance. B. Recording. Page 9 of 9 1. A certified copy of the authorizing resolution, containing identifiable description and any specific requirements for approval, shall be recorded by the City with the Register of Deeds for Ramsey County for the subject property. 2. A copy of a decision granting a subdivision variance in a Floodplain or Shoreland Overlay District shall be mailed to the district office of the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources within ten days of the decision. 3. Whenever within one year after granting a subdivision variance the subdivision as permitted by the variance shall not have been completed, then the variance shall become null and void unless a petition for extension of time in which to complete the subdivision has been granted to the Council. a. The extension shall be requested in writing and filed with the Zoning Administrator at least 30 days before the expiration of the original subdivision variance. There shall be no charge for the filing of the petition. The request for extension shall state facts showing a good faith attempt to complete the work permitted in the subdivision variance or appeal. The petition shall be presented to the City Council for a decision. b. A second extension shall require a new public hearing. 4. A subdivision variance application which has been denied shall not be submitted, in an exact or substantially similar form, for at least 12 months from the date of denial. Chapter 11 - Subdivisions Section 1100 - General Provisions 1100.01 Purpose and Interpretation. Each new subdivision becomes a permanent unit in the basic physical structure of the future community, a unit to which the future community will of necessity be forced to adhere. Piecemeal planning of such subdivisions without correlation to the City plan, will bring a disastrous disconnected patchwork of plats and poor circulation of traffic. in order that new subdivisions will contribute toward an attractive, orderly, stable and wholesome community environment, adequate municipal services and safe streets, all subdivisions platted within the incorporated limits of the City following the adoption of this code, shall in all respects, fully comply with the regulations set forth in this chapter. In their interpretation and application, the provisions of this chapter shall be the minimum requirements adopted for the protection of the public health, safety and general welfare. State law reference Subdivision regulations, M.S.A. § 462.358 1100.02 Scope. Subd. 1 Except in the case of a resubdivision, this chapter shall not apply to any lot or lots forming a part of subdivision plats recorded in the office of the register of deeds or registrar of titles prior to March 27, 1967, nor is it intended by this chapter to impair or interfere with existing provisions of other laws or provisions of this code except those specifically repealed by, or in conflict with, this chapter, or with private restrictions placed upon property by deed, covenant or other private agreement, or with restrictive covenants running with the land to which the City is a party; provided however, that such private restrictions or restrictive covenants may impose stricter requirements than established by this chapter, but may not decrease the requirements imposed in this section. Subd. 2 In any case where the division of a parcel of land into two (2) or more lots or parcels for the purpose of transfer of ownership or building development does not come within the definition of subdivision as defined by this chapter, a description of such land division shall be filed with the city administrator who shall submit copies of such division of land to the city engineer and the Planning Commission. No building permit for such lots or parcels shall be issued until the description has been filed with the City. 1100.03 Building Permit. No building permit shall be issued for the construction of any building, structure or improvement on any land required to be subdivided by this chapter until all requirements of this chapter have been fully complied with. 1100.04 Definitions. For the purpose of this chapter, the following terms, phrases, words and their derivations shall have the meaning given in this section. · Butt Lot. A lot at the end of a block and located between two (2) corner lots. · City Plan. A comprehensive plan adopted by the City Council indicating the general locations recommended for the various functional classes of public works, places and structures, and for the general physical development of the City, and includes any unit or part of the plan separately adopted and any amendment to such plan or parts thereof. · Final Plat. The final map, drawing or chart on which the subdivider's plan of subdivision is presented to the City Council for approval and which, if approved, will be submitted to the county register of deeds or registrar of titles. · Lot. A parcel of land in a subdivision, or plat of land, distinguished from other parcels by description as on a subdivision or record of survey map or by metes and bounds, for the purpose of sale or lease or separate use thereof. · Easement. A right granted by an owner of land for the specific use of the land by the public generally, or to a person or persons. · Minimum Subdivision Design Standards. The guides, principles and specifications for the preparation of subdivision plans indicating, among other things, the minimum and maximum dimensions of the various elements set forth in the preliminary plan. · Owner. Any individual, firm, association, syndicate, copartnership, corporation, trust or any other legal entity having sufficient proprietary interest in the land sought to be subdivided to commence and maintain proceedings to subdivide the same under this chapter. · Pedestrian Way. A way, public or private, running across or located within a block for use by pedestrian traffic, whether designated as a "Pedestrian Way," crosswalk or however otherwise designated. · Planning Commission. The person or persons designated by the City Council to advise it on planning matters. · Preliminary Plan. The preliminary map, drawing or chart indicating the proposed layout of the subdivision to be submitted to the City Council for its consideration. · Protective Covenants. Contracts entered into between private parties and constitute a restriction on the, use of all private property within a subdivision for the benefit of the property owners, and to provide mutual protection against undesirable aspects of development which would tend to impair stability of values. · Public Works Design Manual. A manual adopted by the City Council that details the requirements for public street and utility construction within the City. · Setback Line, Building. A required open space on a lot, which space is unoccupied and unobstructed by a structure from its lowest ground level to the sky, except as expressly permitted in this chapter and other City ordinances. · Streets. A public way for the conveyance of vehicular and pedestrian traffic, whether designated as a street, highway, thoroughfare, parkway, throughway, road, avenue, lane, place or however otherwise designated. · Community Street. Refers to a street that provides access to the residences, institutions and businesses on that street, providing a route through the neighborhood or business district for residents of other neighborhoods · Cul de sac. A street with only one outlet. · Major Arterial. A divided highway with four or more lanes and serves the major centers of activity of a metropolitan area, the highest traffic volume corridors, and the longest trip desires. The "Major Arterial" carries a high proportion of the total urban area travel on a minimum mileage. Almost all fully and partially controlled access facilities are a part, of this class. · Minor Arterial. A street system which interconnects with and augments the urban major arterial system and provides service to trips of moderate length at somewhat lower level of travel mobility than major arterials. This system distributes travel to geographical areas smaller than those identified with the higher system. · Neighborhood Street. A street that provides access to residences of that street and provides a route through the neighborhood for residences on other streets. A large proportion of trips have neither an origin nor destination on that street. · Residential Street. A street that primarily serves adjoining residences with little or no through traffic. Almost all trips have either an origin or a destination on that street. · Street Width. The shortest distance between the lines delineating the right of way of a street. · Subdivider. Any person commencing proceedings to effect a subdivision of land hereunder for himself or herself or another. · Subdivision. The division of a parcel of land into two (2) or more lots or parcels, any of which resultant parcels is less than five (5) acres in area or is less than three hundred (300) feet in width. The term "Subdivision" includes resubdivision and, when appropriate to the context, shall apply to the process of subdividing or to the land subdivided. The acquisition of land by any means for purposes of erecting or installing utility lines, including underground gas lines, overhead power lines, transmitting towers, or similar utility sites, or easements shall be considered a subdivision when such utilities are designed to serve more than one lot. 1100.05 Zoning. The separate document known as the City of Arden Hills Zoning Ordinance, as adopted and from time to time amended by the City Council, as incorporated as Appendix B. 1100.06 Copies of Plats. Copies of all of such plats of subdivisions, after the same have been submitted and approved as provided in this chapter, shall be filed and kept by the city administrator among the records of the City. 1100.07 Arden Hills Public Works Design Manual. All platted subdivisions within the incorporated limits of the City shall be developed in conformance with the Arden Hills Public Works Design Manual, unless a waiver is granted by the City Council. The Public Works Design Manual may be amended from time to time by the City Council. In cases where there is a conflict between the Public Works Design Manual and this chapter, the Public Works Design Manual shall supersede. Section 1110 - Preliminary Plat 1110.01 Filings. Before platting or dividing a tract of land into two (2) or more lots or parcels, an owner or subdivider shall, unless a variance is authorized, file with the city administrator: Subd. 1 Copies of the preliminary plan as required by the City submittal process. Subd. 2 The lump sum fee in cash for the entire subdivision, plus a cash fee for each lot in the subdivision. Fees shall be as established in a resolution adopted by the Council. Fees shall be used for expenses of the City in connection with approval or disapproval of the plan and any final plat which may thereafter be submitted. Subd. 3 If the subdivider requests that any existing special assessments which have been levied against the premises described in the subdivision be divided and allocated to the respective lots in the subdivision plat, the city administrator shall estimate the clerical cost of preparing the revised assessment roll, filing the same with the county auditor, and making such division and allocation, and upon approval by the Council of an estimated cost, the cost shall be paid to the city treasurer in addition to the fees required Subd. 2 above, to cover the cost of preparing and filing the revised assessment. 1110.02 Necessary Data. Subd. 1 The preliminary plan shall be clearly and legibly drawn. The size of the map shall not be less than twenty-two (22) inches by thirty-four (34) inches. All subdivision maps shall be drawn at a scale of one inch equals fifty (50) feet, unless otherwise required by the City Council. Subd. 2 The preliminary plan shall contain the following information: A. Identification and description: 1. Proposed name of subdivision, which name shall not duplicate or be alike in pronunciation or deceptively similar to the name of any plat theretofore recorded in the county; 2. Location by section, town, range or by other legal description; 3. Names and addresses of the owner, subdivider, surveyor and designer of the plan; 4. Graphic scale; 5. North point; 6. Date of preparations; 7. Letter detailing conformance or differences from all existing zoning and code requirements; and 8. Phasing, if any, with a schedule of anticipated starting and completion dates for each phase. B. Existing conditions: 1. Boundary line of proposed subdivision, clearly indicated; 2. Existing zoning classifications; 3. Total approximate acreage; 4. Location, widths and names, of all existing or previously platted streets or other public ways, showing type, width and condition of improvements, if any, railroad and utility right of way, parks and other public open spaces, permanent buildings and structures, easements, and section and corporate lines within the tract and to a distance of one hundred (100) feet beyond the tract; 5. Location and size of existing sewers, water mains, private utilities, culverts or other underground facilities within the tract and to a distance of one hundred (100) feet beyond the tract; data of grades of streets, invert elevations and locations of catch basins and manholes shall also be shown; 6. Boundary lines of adjoining unsubdivided or subdivided land within one hundred (100) feet, identifying by name and ownership; 7. Topographic data, including contours at vertical intervals of not more than two (2) feet, except that contour lines shall be no more than one hundred (100) feet apart; watercourses, marshes, wooded areas rock outcrops, power transmission poles and lines, current vegetation cover, vegetation to be removed, existing trees, existing drainage ways and other significant features shall also be shown; 8. One-hundred year flood plan study, including flood fringes and floodways; and 9. Wetland delineation conducted by a reputable and qualified individual or company, including description and map. C. Subdivision design features: 1. Layout of proposed streets, showing right of way widths and proposed names of streets; the name of any street already in use in this county shall not be used, unless the proposed street is an extension of an already named street, in which event the name shall be used; 2. Location and widths of proposed alleys, pedestrian ways, trails, drainage ways and utility easements; 3. Typical cross sections of proposed improvements upon streets and alleys, together with an indication of the proposed storm water runoff; 4. Approximate center line gradients of proposed streets and alleys, if any; 5. Location, size and approximate gradient of proposed sewer lines and water mains if any; 6. Layout identification numbers and typical dimensions of blocks and lots; 7. Minimum front and side street building setback lines, indicating dimensions; and 8. Areas, other than streets, alleys, pedestrian ways and utility easements, intended to be dedicated or reserved for public use, including the size of such area or areas in acres. D. Other Information: 1. Statement of the proposed use of lots stating type of residential buildings with number of proposed dwelling units; type of business or industry so as to reveal the effect of the development on traffic, fire hazards or congestion of population; 2. Proposed protective covenants, if any; 3. Source of water supply; 4. Provisions for sewage disposal, drainage and flood control; 5. If any zoning changes are contemplated, the proposed zoning plan for the areas, including dimensions; and 6. In the event lots in the proposed plat are substantially in excess of the minimum size required by zoning regulations, a preliminary resubdivision plan shall be submitted showing a potential and feasible way in which the excess size lot or lots may be resubdivided in future years to permit more intensive use of the land. 1110.03 Council Actions. Subd. 1 Initial Response. At its next regular meeting following the filing of the preliminary plan, the City Council shall: A. Set a public hearing on the preliminary plan, which hearing date shall be not more than forty five (45) days after the date of such setting. The City Council may authorize the planning commission to conduct the hearing. The Council shall cause notice of the hearing, to be published in the official City newspaper at least ten (10) days prior to the hearing. B. Refer two (2) copies of the preliminary plan to the planning commission for its examination and report and one copy to the city engineer for his or her examination and report. Copies of the report of the city engineer shall be given to the City Council and planning commission at least ten (10) days prior to the date of public hearing. Subd. 2 Public Hearings. A. In the event the Council has provided that the public hearing shall be conducted by the planning commission, the planning commission shall make its report to the City Council at the first regular meeting of the Council following the hearing. B. In the event the Council does not refer the public hearing to the planning commission, the report of the planning commission shall be given to the Council before the time set for the public hearing. Subd. 3 Time Line. A. The City Council shall act on the preliminary plan by resolution approving or adopting it within thirty (30) days after receipt of the report of the planning commission, if the planning commission is designated to conduct the public hearing. If the planning commission does not conduct the public hearing, then the Council shall take action by resolution within thirty (30) days after the public hearing. B. If the report of the planning commission has not been received within seventy five (75) days, after referral of the matter to the planning commission, the Council may act on the preliminary plan without the report. Subd. 4 Approval and Denial. If the preliminary plan is not approved by the City Council, the reasons for such action shall be recorded in the proceedings of the Council and transmitted to the applicant. If the preliminary plan is approved, approval shall not constitute final acceptance of the subdivision. 1110.04 Qualifications Governing Approval. Subd. 1 Revision. The City Council may require such changes or revisions as it deems necessary for the health, safety, general welfare and convenience of the City. Subd. 2 Scope. The approval of a preliminary plan by the Council is tentative only, involving merely the general acceptability of the layout as submitted. Subd. 3 Additional Approval Required. Subsequent approval will be required of the engineering proposals pertaining to water supply, storm drainage, sewerage and sewage disposal, gas and electric service, grading, gradients and roadway widths and the surfacing of streets by the city engineer, and other public officials having jurisdiction, prior to the approval of the final plat by the City. Subd. 4 Flooding. No plan will be approved for a subdivision which covers an area subject to periodic flooding or which contains extremely poor drainage facilities which would make adequate drainage of the streets and lots impossible, unless the subdivider agrees to make improvements which will, in the opinion of the city engineer, make the area completely safe for occupancy, and provide adequate street and lot drainage. Section 1120 - Final Plat 1120.01 Filing and Incorporation. Subd. 1 Filing. The owner or subdivider shall file with the city administrator seven (7) copies of the final plat not later than three (3) months after the date of approval of the preliminary plan; otherwise, the preliminary plan and final plat shall be considered void unless an extension is requested in writing by the subdivider and for good cause granted by the City Council. The owner or subdivider shall also submit at this time an up to date certified abstract of title or registered property report and such other evidence as the city attorney may require showing title or control in the applicant. Subd. 2 Incorporation of Changes. The final plat shall have incorporated in it all changes or modifications required by the City Council; in all other respects it shall conform to the preliminary plan. It may constitute only that portion of the approved preliminary plan which the subdivider proposes to record and develop at the time, provided that such portion conforms with all the requirements of this chapter. Subd. 3 Verification of Form. The City Council shall consider the final plat officially filed after the planning commission, the city engineer and the city attorney have examined it and advised the Council that it is in proper form. Subd. 4 Referrals and Decisions. Within five (5) days after the final plat is filed, the city administrator shall refer two (2) copies of the final plat to the planning commission, one copy to the city engineer and one copy to the city attorney and a copy each to the telephone and power and other utility companies. The abstract of title or registered property report shall be referred to the city attorney for his or her examination and report. The attorney's report shall be given to the City Council within fifteen (15) days. The reports of the planning commission and engineer shall also be given to the Council within fifteen (15) days. The Council shall either approve or disapprove the final plat at its next regular meeting following receipt of the reports. Subd. 5 Reporting and Recording. A. If the final plat is approved by the City Council, the subdivider shall record it with the county recorder or registrar of titles within sixty (60) days after the date of approval; otherwise, the approval of the final plat shall be considered void. In the event that the plat is disapproved, the grounds for such disapproval must be reported in proceedings of the Council and be duly transmitted to the applicant. B. The subdivider shall, immediately upon recording, furnish the city administrator with a tracing and three (3) prints of the final plat showing evidence of the recording. 1120.02 Necessary Data. Subd. 1 General. The final plat shall be prepared by a registered surveyor and shall conform to all state and county requirements and the requirements of this section. All information required on the preliminary plan, except that contained in Subsection 1110.02 D, and topographic data and zoning information, shall be accurately shown. Subd. 2 Additional Delineation. A. The final plats shall include accurate angular and lineal dimensions for all lines, angles and curvatures used to describe boundaries, streets, alleys, easements, areas to be reserved for public use and other important features; dimensions of lot lines shall be shown in feet and hundredths; B. When lots are located on a curve or when side lot lines are at angles other than ninety (90) degrees, the width at the building setback line shall be shown; C. All blocks shall be identified by consecutive numbers; lots within each block shall bear consecutive numbers; D. The final plat shall include true angles and distances to the nearest established street lines or official monuments (not less than three (3)) which shall be accurately described in the plat; E. Municipal, township, county or section lines accurately tied to the lines of the subdivision by distances and angles; F. Radii, internal angles, points and curvatures, tangent bearings and lengths of all arcs; G. Accurate location of all monuments; H. Accurate outlines and legal description of any areas to be dedicated or reserved for public use; I. Certification by a registered surveyor in the form required by M.S. § 505.03, as amended from time to time; J. Execution by all owners of any interest in the land and any holders of a mortgage thereon of the certificate required by M.S. § 505.03, as amended from time to time, which certificate shall include a dedication of the utility easements and any other public areas in such form as shall be approved by the city attorney; K. Certifications showing that all taxes and special assessments currently due on the property to be subdivided have been paid in full; L. Form of approval of City Council as follows: Approved by the City Council of the City of Arden Hills, Minnesota, this day of , . City Clerk M. Form for approval by county authorities as required. Section 1130 Minimum Subdivision Design Standards 1130.01 Conformity with City Plan. The proposed subdivision shall conform to the City plan. 1130.02 Street Plan. Subd. 1 The arrangement, character, extent, width, grade and location of all streets shall conform to the City plan and shall be considered in their relation to existing and planned streets, to reasonable circulation of traffic, to topographical conditions, to runoff of storm water, to public convenience and safety, and in their appropriate relation to the proposed uses of the land to be served by the streets. Subd. 2 The arrangement of streets in new subdivisions shall make provision for the appropriate continuation of the existing streets in adjoining areas. Where adjoining areas are not subdivided, the arrangement of streets in new subdivisions shall make provision for the proper projection of the streets. 1130.03 Streets. Subd. 1 Widths. All street widths shall conform to the following minimum dimensions: Street Type Right-of-Way Width Pavement Width Major Arterial 100 Feet Determined on a case-by-case basis Minor Arterial 80 Feet Determined on a case-by-case basis Commercial/Industrial 70 Feet 36 Feet Minimum Community Street 70 Feet 32 Feet Minimum Neighborhood Street 60 Feet 30 Feet Minimum Residential Street 60 Feet 28 Feet Minimum Cul-de-sac 60 Feet 28 Feet Minimum Subd. 2 Street Deflections. When connecting street lines deflect from each other at any one point by more than ten (10) degrees, they shall be connected by a curve with a radius adequate to insure a sight distance of not less than three hundred (300) feet for residential, neighborhood, and community streets, and of such greater radii as the City Council shall determine for special cases. Subd. 3 Reverse Curves. Tangents of at least fifty (50) feet in length shall be introduced between reverse curves on community streets. Subd. 4 Street Grades. All center line gradients shall be approved by the City Engineer after an evaluation of topography, soils, and related geotechnical information. Subd. 5 Vertical Curves. Different connecting street gradients shall be connected with vertical parabolic curves. Minimum length, in feet, of these curves shall be fifteen (15) times the arithmetical difference in the percent of grade of the two (2) adjacent slopes. Subd. 6 Residential and Neighborhood Streets. Local streets shall be so aligned that their use by through traffic will be discouraged. Subd. 7 Street Jogs. Street jogs with centerline offsets of less than one hundred twenty five (125) feet shall be avoided. Subd. 8 Safe Intersections. It shall be evidenced that all street intersections encourage safe and efficient traffic flow. The angle formed by the intersecting of streets shall not be less than sixty (60) degrees with ninety (90) degrees preferred and intersections with more than four corners shall be prohibited. Landscaping and related improvements shall be constructed and maintained so that there shall be no obstructions near street intersections over three (3) feet in height above street pavement level within fifteen (15) feet of intersecting street right of way lines. Subd. 9 Cul de sac. Maximum length for cul de sac streets shall be five hundred (500) feet measured along the center line from the intersection of origin to end of right of way, unless there are eighteen (18) or less lots abutting the cul de sac. Each cul de sac shall be provided at the closed end with a turnaround having an outside roadway diameter of at least one hundred (100) feet, and a street property line diameter of at least one hundred twenty (120) feet. Subd. 10 Streets Abutting Arterial Streets. Where a subdivision abuts or contains an existing or planned arterial street, the City Council may require a local residential or neighborhood street parallel and adjacent to the arterial street or other such treatment as may be necessary for adequate protection of residential properties and to afford separation of through and local traffic. Subd. 11 Half Streets. Half streets shall be prohibited, except where essential to the reasonable development of the subdivision in conformity with the other requirements of these regulations and then only when the City Council finds it will be practicable to require the dedication of the other half when the adjoining property is subdivided. Wherever there is an existing half street adjacent to a tract which is to be subdivided, the other half of the street shall be platted within the proposed tract. Half streets providing access to a lot shall not receive a building permit until the other half of the street has been platted. Subd. 12 Reserve Strips. Reserve strips controlling access to streets shall be prohibited except under conditions approved by the City Council. Subd. 13 Railroad or Limited Access Highways Abutting Subdivision. Where a subdivision borders on or contains a railroad right of way or limited access highway right of way, the City Council may require a street approximately parallel to and on each side of the right-of-way at a distance suitable for the appropriate use of the intervening land, as for park purposes in residential districts, or for commercial or industrial purposes in appropriate districts. The distances shall also be determined with due regard for the requirements of approach grades and future grade separations. Subd. 14 Private Streets. Private streets shall not be approved nor shall public improvements be approved for any private street. Private streets may be permitted in planned unit developments. Subd. 15 Hardship to Owners of Adjoining Property. The street arrangements shall not be such as to cause hardship to owners of adjoining property in platting their own land and providing convenient access to it. 1130.04 Alleys and Pedestrian Ways. Subd. 1 Alleys may be allowed and all alley right-of-way and pavement widths must conform to the following minimum standards Classification Right-of-Way Width Pavement Width Industrial or commercial 28 feet 20 feet Residential (two-way)24 feet 16 feet Residential (one-way)20 feet 12 feet The City Council may require alleys in nonresidential areas where adequate off street loading space is not available. Subd. 2 Pedestrian. Pedestrian ways shall be at least ten (10) feet wide. 1130.05 Easements. Subd. 1 Provided for Utilities. Easements at least twelve feet, centered on rear and other lot lines, shall be provided for utilities and drainage easements. Easements at least twelve (12) feet wide; contiguous to all planned boundary lines, street right-of-way lines and centered on rear and other lot lines, shall be provided for utility and drainage purposes and shall be dedicated to the public on the plat. They shall have continuity of alignment from block to block, and at deflection points easements for pole line anchors shall be provided where necessary. All utility lines for telephone and electrical service shall be placed in rear lot line easements when carried on overhead poles. Subd. 2 Provided for Drainage. Where a subdivision is traversed by a watercourse, drainage way, channel or stream, there shall be provided a storm water easement or drainage right of way conforming substantially with the lines of the watercourse, together with any further width or construction or both, as shall be adequate for storm water run off. Subd. 3 Ponding. Ponding easements shall be required for storm water ponding areas and shall be taken to two (2) feet above the emergency overflow elevation or 100-year flood elevation if no emergency overflow elevation is provided. In addition, if the easement is not adjacent to a public right-of-way, adequate public access to the easement for maintenance purposes is required. Subd. 4 Utility Easements. Easements for storm sewer, sanitary sewer or water mains shall be a minimum of twenty (20) feet in width. Additional width shall be provided when more than one utility is in the same easement, or because of the unusual depth of utilities. Subd. 5 Pedestrian Walkway Easements. Pedestrian walkway easements shall be provided when deemed essential to provide circulation or access to parks, schools, playgrounds, shopping areas, transportation or other community facilities. Such easements shall be a minimum of ten (10) feet in width. In blocks over five hundred (500) feet long, pedestrian crosswalks may be required by the City Council in locations deemed necessary to public health, convenience and necessity. 1130.06 Blocks. Subd. 1 Factors Governing Dimensions. Block lengths and width or acreage within bounding roads shall be such as to accommodate the size of residential lots required in the area by the zoning ordinance and to provide for convenient access, circulation control and safety of street traffic. Subd. 2 Nonresidential Blocks. Blocks intended for commercial, institutional and industrial use shall be designated as such. Subd. 3 Length. Block lengths shall not exceed one thousand (1,000) feet. Subd. 4 Arrangement. A block shall be so designed as to provide two (2) tiers of lots, unless it adjoins a railroad or limited access highway or lake or backs on other subdivisions where it may have but a single tier of lots. 1130.07 Lots. Subd. 1 Location. All lots shall abut by their full frontage on a publicly dedicated street or a street that has received legal status as such or will receive such status upon approval of the subject plat. Subd. 2 Size. The lot dimensions in subdivisions shall not be less than the minimum dimensions required to secure the minimum lot area specified in the zoning ordinance of the City. Subd. 3 Butt Lots. Butt lots shall be platted at least five (5) feet wider than the average width of interior lots in the block. Subd. 4 Side Lot Lines. Side lines of lots shall be substantially at right angles or radial to the street line. Subd. 5 Watercourses. Lots abutting upon a watercourse, drainage way, channel or stream, including wetland or marsh, shall have an additional depth or width as required, to assure house sites that are not subject to flooding. In addition, all building areas should be located outside the natural feature and a minimum of two (2) feet above the 100-year flood elevation. Subd. 6 Natural Features. In the subdividing of any land, due regard shall be shown for all natural features, such as tree growth, watercourses, historic spots or similar conditions, which if preserved will add to the attractiveness of the proposed development. Subd. 7 Lot Remnants. All remnants of lots below minimum size left over after subdividing of a larger tract must be added to adjacent lots, rather than allowed to remain as unusable parcels. Subd. 8 Corner Lots. Corner lots shall be platted at least ten (10) feet wider than the minimum requirement for interior lots as designated in the zoning ordinances. Subd. 9 Grading. Corner lot grading and street intersection grades shall be such that there shall be no blocking of vision at street intersections over three (3) feet in height above street pavement level within fifteen (15) feet of intersecting street right of way lines. Subd. 10 Double Frontage Lots. Double frontage lots shall be avoided except where lots back on an arterial or community street. Subd. 11 Drainage. Lots shall be graded so as to provide drainage away from the building locations and directed down lot lines within the proposed drainage and utility easements. Any lot drainage that is directed onto an adjacent lot must be within a drainage easement. 1130.08 Public Use Dedications. (revised 12/14/15) Subd. 1 Public Use Dedications Required. A. Pursuant to Minn. Stat. Section 462.358, Subd. 2b, except as otherwise provided in this section, the City requires all owners or developers, as a prerequisite to approval of a subdivision to convey to the City or dedicate to the public use a reasonable portion of any such proposal for public use as streets, roads, sewers, electric, gas, and water facilities, storm water drainage and holding areas or ponds and similar utilities and improvements, parks, recreational facilities, playgrounds, trails, wetlands, or open space, in such portions to be approved and acceptable to the City. B. As a condition of any conditional use permit or planned unit development under City Code Section 1355.06, the City may require as a term and condition of approval, the dedication of land or payment in lieu of dedication and park improvement fees if the project is determined to result in an increased demand for park land or park improvements. In establishing the amount required the City will take into consideration land and facilities provided by the developer and previous payments or dedications. Subd. 2 Suitability of dedicated land. As determined by the City, land shall be reasonably suitable for its intended use and shall be at a location convenient to the people to be served. Factors used in evaluating the adequacy of proposed park and recreation areas shall include size, shape, topography, geology, hydrology, tree cover, access, and location. Subd. 3 Park, trails, and open space land dedication and development. This subsection is adopted for the purpose of providing for the recreation, health, and well-being of the public through the orderly development of an interconnected system of parks, trails, and open spaces. The City finds that the dedication and improvement requirements as defined in this subsection are necessary to meet the minimum needs for parks, trails, wetlands, and open spaces resulting from development subject to Section 1130.08. At its discretion, the City may require subdividers or developers to satisfy the land dedication requirement or the park development fee requirement, or both. In evaluating the land dedication and park development requirements for a specific application, the City may consider whether in conjunction with a previous subdivision an adequate area of land was conveyed or dedicated to the City to meet the minimum needs for parks, trails, wetlands, and open spaces resulting from the subject development proposal. A. Residential dedication. 1. In residential subdivisions where a land dedication is required, the following formula shall be used to determine the parkland dedication: Category Units Per Acre Percentage Park Dedication/Acres of Development Low Density Residential Up to 2.5 10 percent Medium Density Residential More than 2.5 to 8.0 15 percent High Density Residential More than 8.0 20 percent 2. A cash contribution in lieu of land dedication may be required at the discretion of the City. The cash payment shall be determined based on the fair market of the land that would otherwise be dedicated to the City. B. Commercial and industrial dedication. 1. In commercial or industrial subdivisions where a land dedication is required, the following formula shall be used to determine the parkland dedication: seven and a half (7.5) percent of the gross area of the subdivision. 2. A cash contribution in lieu of land dedication may be required at the discretion of the City. The cash contribution fee shall be seven and a half (7.5) percent of the fair market value of the unimproved land. C. Park development. In addition to the land dedication requirements as defined in this subsection, the City may require a park development fee for subdivisions subject to Section 1130.08 for the purpose of making certain improvements needed to develop parks, playgrounds, trails, and open spaces, including but not limited to finished grading, ground cover, landscaping, recreational facilities and equipment, paving, and utilities. The City may consider a proportionate reduction in the required park development fee in cases where the subdivider or developer commits to making certain required park, trail, or open space improvements within the subdivision area as agreed upon in the development agreement. 1. Residential park development fee. In residential subdivisions where a park development fee is required, the City shall apply the fee on a per unit basis. The park development fee shall be established by ordinance on a regular basis. 2. Commercial and industrial park development fee. In commercial or industrial subdivisions where a park development fee is required, the fee shall be seven and a half (7.5) percent of the fair market value of the unimproved land. D. Trail connections. In cases where a subdivision borders a trail identified in the City’s comprehensive plan, the subdivider or developer shall be responsible for constructing trail improvements that provide connections from the subdivision area to this trail. The location and specifications of the trail connections shall be determined by the City Engineer and Community Development Director. E. Contribution combination. The City may, at its discretion, require the subdivider or developer to make a combination of cash and land dedication for parkland. Where a combination of land and cash dedication is made, the land dedicated will be deducted from the total park dedication land requirement, and the balance of required dedication acreage will be converted into a cash contribution in lieu of land dedication pursuant to the fair market value of the property in the subdivision. F. Miscellaneous requirements. The following requirements apply to all dedications or conveyances for park, playground, trails, or public open space purposes: 1. City staff recommendation. In each case City staff shall recommend to the City Council the total area and location of such land that should be conveyed or dedicated within the development for park, trails, or open space purposes, or whether a cash contribution in lieu of land dedication should be required. Such recommendation may take into consideration items such as the zoning classification of the land to be developed, the particular use proposed for such land, amenities to be provided and factors of density and site development as proposed by the developer. 2. Acquisition of sites proposed on official map or comprehensive plan. Where a proposed park, playground, trail, open space or other recreational area that has been indicated on the official map or comprehensive plan is located in whole or in part within a proposed subdivision, such proposed site shall be designated as such on the plat and be dedicated to the City. If the subdivider chooses not to dedicate an area in excess of the land required hereunder for such proposed public site, the City may consider acquiring the site through purchase or condemnation. 3. Calculating density. Land area conveyed or dedicated to the City shall not be used in calculating density requirements of the City Zoning Code and shall be in addition to and not in lieu of private open space requirements prescribed in the Zoning Code. 4. Park dedication and development fund. Cash contributions shall be deposited in a designated park dedication and development fund and shall only be used for the acquisition and development or improvement of parks, recreational facilities, playgrounds, trails, wetlands, or open space. 5. Fair Market Value. Fair market value shall be determined as of the time of filing the Final Plat in accordance with the following: (i) The City and developer may agree as to the fair market value; or (ii) The fair market value may be based upon a current appraisal submitted to the City by the subdivider at the subdivider’s expense. The appraisal shall be made by an appraiser who is an approved member of the SREA or MAI, or equivalent real estate appraisal societies. (iii) If the City disputes such appraisal, the City may, at the subdivider’s expense, obtain an appraisal of the property by a qualified real estate appraiser, which appraisal shall be conclusive evidence of the fair market value of the land. 6. Property being subdivided without an increase in the number of lots shall be exempt from park dedication requirements if similar requirements were satisfied in conjunction with an earlier subdivision. If the number of lots is increased, then the dedication shall be based on the additional lots created. 7. Any land required to be dedicated for park, trails, or open space purposes as defined in this section shall be conveyed to the City prior to the City’s release of the Final Plat for filing. 8. Cash contributions for land dedication or park improvements are to be calculated at the time of the Final Plat approval. The City may require the payment at the time of the Final Plat approval or at a later time under terms agreed upon in the development agreement. Delayed payment shall include interest at a rate set by the City. Section 1140 Required Improvements 1140.01 Survey Monuments. Survey monuments shall be placed and installed at all block corners, angle points, points of curves in streets and at intermediate points as shown on the final plat required by the city engineer. Survey monuments shall be cast iron, as approved by the county surveyor, and shall be set at each corner or angle on the outside boundary. Pipes or steel rods shall be placed at the corners of each lot and at each intersection of street centerlines. All United States, state, county or other official bench marks, monuments or triangulation stations in or adjacent to the property shall be preserved in precise position. 1140.02 Sewers and Water. Sewers and water for the subdivision shall be obtained by connections to the City water and sewer systems. 1140.05 City Improvements. The subdivider shall deposit with the city administrator a sum equal to one hundred twenty five percent (125%) of the estimated cost as determined by the city engineer of the following improvements to be constructed and furnished within the subdivision, or shall have given a performance bond in the same amount to the City to cover the cost of the improvements. The improvements shall be installed and completed in accordance with the plans and specifications prepared by the city engineer, and at the time of such approval of the final plat the City Council may insert a time limit for the completion of the improvements and the performance bond or deposit made by the owner or subdivider shall be in accordance with the time limitation. The improvements to be constructed and finished by the owner or subdivider shall include the following: Subd. 1 Street Grading. Street grading of the full width of the right of way, including boulevard, and sidewalk benches of each street dedicated in the plat. Subd. 2 Street Surfacing. A. All streets shall be improved with pavements constructed to specification of the city engineer to over all width in accordance with the following minimum dimensions: Type of Street Pavement Width (in between face of curbs) Major Arterial Determined on a case-by-case basis Minor Arterial Determined on a case-by-case basis Commercial / Industrial 36 Feet Minimum Community Street 32 Feet Minimum Neighborhood Street 30 Feet Minimum Residential Street 28 Feet Minimum Cul-de-sac 28 Feet Minimum B. Pavements in cul de sac turnarounds shall have a minimum outside diameter of one hundred (100) feet. Subd. 3 Sod. Provide turf and four inches of top soil between pavement edge and lot line. Subd. 4 Street trees and lighting. Street trees and lighting are required as follows: A. Each lot shall be provided with a minimum of three (3) trees to be placed in the front yard. They must be placed inside the property line and not in the boulevard unless approved by the city engineer. The type of tree shall be subject to city approval (The city will provide a list of species). Coniferous trees must be at least six (6) feet high and deciduous trees must be at least two and one-half (21/2) inches in diameter at the time of installation. This requirement may be waived by the city where the applicant can demonstrate that a suitable tree having a minimum diameter of two and one-half (21/2) inches for deciduous and six-foot height for coniferous and four (4) feet above the ground is located in an appropriate location on the lot. No clearcutting of woodland areas shall be permitted except as approved in a subdivision, planned unit development or site plan application. B. A streetlight plan must be submitted to accommodate safe travel and to preserve the character of the neighborhood. Streetlights are required. Subd. 5 Street Markers. All necessary street markers and traffic signs shall be installed. 1140.04 Additional City Improvements. Subd. 1 General. It shall be the declared policy of the City to proceed as soon as practicable after final approval of a subdivision plat with installations within the subdivision of such improvements as may be determined to be necessary by the City Council, such as central wells, water mains, street grading, street surfacing, sanitary and storm sewers, water pumping and storage facilities and hydrants. The city engineer shall be directed to prepare plans and specifications for the same upon acceptance of the final plat and shall submit his or her recommendations for the improvements, together with estimated costs, to the City Council. The Council may authorize preparation of plans and specifications by an engineer employed by the subdivider at his expense and under the direction and subject to the approval of the city engineer. Upon acceptance of the final plat the Council may commence assessment proceedings for the furnishing and construction of the improvements within the subdivision, and may order the improvements as it deems expedient and necessary. Subd. 2 Alternative. In the alternative, the City Council may authorize the execution of a contract between the City and the subdivider requiring the subdivider to furnish and to construct the improvements at the sole cost of the subdivider, in accordance with plans and specifications and usual contract conditions approved by the Council, which shall include provision for supervision of details of construction by the city engineer, and grant to the engineer authority to correlate the work to be done under the contract with other improvements in the subdivision which may be constructed by the City under contract with others. The subdivider as contractor shall furnish a surety bond with penalty equal to 1.25 times the cost of the improvements to be made under the contract as estimated by the city engineer, which bond will be in form required by statute for public contractors bonds and will identify the improvements and the time schedule for their completion. 1140.05 Utilities. All utilities shall be installed underground as provided in this code. All underground work shall be completed prior to street surfacing. 1140.06 Sidewalks. Sidewalks may be required along both sides of all streets; pedestrian ways shall be paved and fenced as approved by the City Council. 1140.07 Curb and Gutter. Concrete curb and gutter shall be required. 1140.08 Stormwater Management. Stormwater management plans shall comply with the following: the standards established by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency's National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System/State Disposal System (NPDES/SDS) Construction Permit MNR 100001 (Construction Storm Water (CSW) Permit) as amended in its entirety and now constituted and from time to time amended; Rule C: Stormwater Management Plans of the Rice Creek Watershed District Rules; and the standards listed below, whichever is more restrictive. Subd. 1 Post-Construction Stormwater Management A. Submittal of Site Plans consisting of Post-Construction Plans 1. Site plans must be submitted for review and confirmation that ordinance requirements have been met, prior to start of construction activity. 2. Site plans must consist of, at a minimum, the following items: (i) All calculations for the permanent stormwater treatment system; (ii) The water quality volume that will be treated through volume reduction practices; (iii) Rationale and documentation supporting the location of any off-site permanent stormwater treatment projects; (iv) All legal mechanisms related to Part c. (Long-term Maintenance). B. Post-Construction Stormwater Management BMPs must meet the following criteria: 1. Designed with accepted engineering practices and in accordance with part d. (Permanent Stormwater Management System Design Criteria). 2. Designed so that discharges from the project during and after construction activities do not cause a violation of state water quality standards, including nuisance conditions, erosion in receiving channels or on downslope properties, or a significant adverse impact to wetlands caused by inundation or decrease of flow. 3. Treat the water quality volume on any project where the sum of the new impervious surface and the fully reconstructed impervious surface equals one or more acres. 4. For construction activity (excluding linear projects), water quality volume must be calculated as one (1) inch times the sum of the new and the fully reconstructed impervious surface. 5. For linear projects, water quality volume must be calculated as the larger of one (1) inch times the new impervious surface or one-half (0.5) inch times the sum of the new and the fully reconstructed impervious surface. Where the entire water quality volume cannot be treated within the existing right-of-way, a reasonable attempt to obtain additional right-of- way, easement, or other permission to treat the stormwater during the project planning process must be made. Volume reduction practices must be considered first, as described in Section 3.b.vi. Volume reduction practices are not required if the practices cannot be provided cost effectively. If additional right-of-way, easements, or other permission cannot be obtained, the owner/operator of construction activity must maximize the treatment of the water quality volume prior to discharge from Arden Hill’s MS4. 6. Volume reduction practices (e.g., infiltration or other) to retain the water quality volume on-site must be considered first when designing the permanent stormwater treatment system. Wet sedimentation basins and filtration systems are not considered volume reduction practices. If infiltration is prohibited, as described in Part d.i.14. (Infiltration System), other volume reduction practices, a wet sedimentation basin, or a filtration basin may be considered. C. Post Long-term Maintenance 1. The Permitee must enter into a long-term maintenance agreement with the City of Arden Hills that documents all responsibilities for long-term operation and maintenance of stormwater treatment practices that are not owned or operated by the City of Arden Hills. At a minimum, the long-term maintenance agreement must include provisions that: (i) Allow the City of Arden Hills to conduct inspections of structural stormwater BMPs not owned or operated by the City of Arden Hills, perform necessary maintenance, and assess costs for those structural stormwater BMPs when the City of Arden Hills determines the owner of that structural stormwater BMP has not ensured proper function; (ii) Are designed to preserve the City of Arden Hills right to ensure maintenance responsibility, for structural stormwater BMPs not owned or operated by the City of Arden Hills, when those responsibilities are legally transferred to another party; and (iii) Are designed to protect/preserve structural stormwater BMPs. If structural stormwater BMPs change, causing decreased effectiveness, new, repaired, or improved structural stormwater BMPs must be implemented to provide equivalent treatment to the original BMP. D. Permanent Stormwater Management System Design Criteria 1. Infiltration System (i) Infiltration options include, but are not limited to: infiltration basins, infiltration trenches, rainwater gardens, bioretention areas without underdrains, swales with impermeable check dams, and natural depressions; (ii) To determine if an infiltration system is suitable, either the MPCA's contamination screening checklist must be completed or an assessment must be conducted. The checklist or assessment must be documented in the site plan. For more information and to access the MPCA's "contamination screening checklist" see the Minnesota Stormwater Manual; (iii) Must be designed such that pre-existing hydrologic conditions of wetlands in the vicinity are not impacted (e.g., inundation or breaching a perched water table supporting a wetland); (iv) Must not be excavated to final grade, or within three (3) feet of final grade, until the contributing drainage area has been constructed and fully stabilized unless they provide rigorous erosion prevention and sediment controls (e.g., diversion berms) to keep sediment and runoff completely away from the infiltration area. (v) When excavating to within three (3) feet of final grade, the Permitee must stake off and mark the area so heavy construction vehicles or equipment do not compact the soil in the infiltration area; (vi) A pretreatment device such as a vegetated filter strip, forebay, or water quality inlet (e.g., grit chamber) to remove solids, floating materials, and oil and grease from the runoff, to the maximum extent practicable, must be used before the system routes stormwater to the infiltration system; (vii) Designed to provide a water quality volume as described in Section b.iii, b.iv, and b.v; (viii) Designed to discharge all stormwater (including stormwater in excess of the water quality volume)routed to the system through the upper most soil surface or engineered media surface within 48 hours. Additional flows that cannot infiltrate within 48 hours must bypass the system through a stabilized discharge point; (ix) Must provide a means to visually verify the infiltration system is discharging through the soil surface or filter media surface within 48 hours or less; (x) Must provide at least one soil boring, test pit or infiltrometer test in the location of the infiltration practice for determining infiltration rates; (xi) For design purposes, divide field measured infiltration rates by 2 as a safety factor or use soil-boring results with the infiltration rate chart in the Minnesota Stormwater Manual to determine design infiltration rates. When soil borings indicate type A soils, field measurements should be performed to verify the rate is not above 8.3 inches per hour. (xii) Must employ appropriate on-site testing to ensure a minimum of three (3) feet of separation from the seasonally saturated soils(or from bedrock) and the bottom of the proposed infiltration system; (xiii) Must design a maintenance access, typically eight (8) feet wide; (xiv) Infiltration Systems are prohibited in the following areas (See "higher level of engineering review" in the Minnesota Stormwater Manual for more information): i. Areas that that receive runoff from vehicle fueling and maintenance areas; ii. Areas where infiltrating stormwater may mobilize high levels of contaminants in soil or groundwater; iii. Areas where soil infiltration rates are field measured at more than 8.3 inches per hour unless the soils are amended to slow the infiltration rate below 8.3 inches per hour; iv. Areas with less than three (3) feet of separation distance from the bottom of the infiltration system to the elevation of the seasonally saturated soils or the top of bedrock; v. Areas of predominately Hydrologic Soil Group type D soils(clay); vi. The following areas within a Drinking Water Supply Management Area (DWSMA) as defined in Minn. R. 4720.5100, subp. 13: 1. In an Emergency Response Area (ERA) within a DWSMA classified as having high or very high vulnerability as defined by the Minnesota Department of Health; or 2. In an ERA within a DWSMA classified as moderate vulnerability unless a higher level of engineering review sufficient to provide a functioning treatment system and to prevent adverse impacts to groundwater has been approved by the City of Arden Hills; or 3. Outside of an ERA within a DWSMA classified as having high or very high vulnerability unless a higher level of engineering review sufficient to provide a functioning treatment system and to prevent adverse impacts to groundwater has been approved by the City of Arden Hills. 4. Areas within 1,000 feet upgradient or100 feet downgradient of active karst features; and 5. Areas that receive runoff from the following industrial facilities not authorized to infiltrate stormwater under the NPDES stormwater permit for industrial activities: a. Automobile salvage yards; b. Scrap recycling and waste recycling facilities; c. Hazardous waste treatment, storage, or disposal facilities; d. Wood preserving facilities; or Air transportation facilities that conduct deicing activities. ii. Filtration System 1) Filtration options include, but are not limited to: sand filters with underdrains, biofiltration areas, swales using underdrains with impermeable check dams and underground sand filters; 2) Must not install filter media until the contributing drainage area is constructed and fully stabilized unless they provide rigorous erosion prevention and sediment controls (e.g., diversion berms) to keep sediment and runoff completely away from the filtration area; 3) Designed to remove at least 80 percent of TSS; 4) Must use a pretreatment device such as a vegetated filter strip, small sedimentation basin, water quality inlet, forebay or hydrodynamic separator to remove settleable solids, floating materials, oils and grease from the runoff to the maximum extent practicable, before runoff enters the filtration system; 5) Designed to provide a water quality volume as described in Section b.iii, b.iv, and b.v; 6) Designed to discharge all stormwater(including stormwater in excess of the water quality volume) routed to the system through the uppermost soil surface or engineered media surface within 48 hours. Additional flows that the system cannot filter within 48 hours must bypass the system or discharge through an emergency overflow; 7) Designed to provide a means to visually verify the system is discharging through the soil surface or filter media within 48 hours; 8) Employ appropriate on-site testing to ensure a minimum of three (3) feet of separation between the seasonally saturated soils(or from bedrock) and the bottom of the proposed filtration system; 9) Construct with an impermeable liner when the system has less than three (3) feet of separation between seasonally saturated soils or bedrock; 10) Designed with a maintenance access, typically eight (8) feet wide. iii. Wet Sedimentation Basin 1) Permanent volume of 1,800 cubic feet of storage below the outlet pipe for each acre that drains to the basin; 2) Permanent volume must reach a minimum depth of at least three (3) feet and must have no depth greater than 10 feet; 3) Must be configured to minimize scour or resuspension of solids; 4) In addition to the permanent volume, the basin must provide the water quality volume as live storage. Water quality volume is described in Section b.iii, b.iv, and b.v; 5) Water quality volume discharges at no more than 5.66 cubic feet per second (cfs) per acre of surface area of the basin; 6) Designed to prevent short-circuiting and the discharge of floating debris; 7) Basin outlets must have energy dissipation; 8) Must include a stabilized emergency overflow to accommodate storm events in excess of the basin's hydraulic design; 9) Must have a maintenance access, typically eight (8) feet wide, for the basin; 10) Must be located outside of surface waters and any buffer zones identified in Construction Stormwater General permit. 11) Permittees must design basins using an impermeable liner if located within active karst terrain. iv. Regional Wet Sedimentation Basins 1) When the entire water quality volume cannot be treated by volume reduction practices onsite, regional wet sedimentation basins can be used or created, provided they are constructed basins, not a natural wetland or water body. 2) The regional basin conforms to all requirements for a wet sedimentation basin as described in Part d.iii. (Wet Sedimentation Basin) 3) Must be large enough to account for the entire area that drains to the basin. 4) Waterways between the project and the regional basin must not be significantly degraded. 5) Written authorization from the City of Arden Hills or private entity that owns and maintains the regional basin. (Amd. Ord. 2026-005, passed 3-9-2026) Section 1150 Variances and Exemptions 1150.01 Granting Variances. Subd. 1 The City Council may grant a variance from the regulations contained in this chapter as part of the plat approval process following a finding that all of the following conditions exist: A. The hardship is not a mere inconvenience; B. The condition or conditions upon which the request is based are unique and not generally applicable to other property; C. The granting of a variance will not be substantially detrimental to the public welfare and is in accord with the purpose and intent of this chapter, the zoning ordinance and comprehensive plan. Subd. 2 In making these findings, the Council shall consider the nature of the proposed use of land and the existing use of land in the vicinity, the number of persons to reside or work in the proposed subdivision and the probable effect of the proposed subdivision upon traffic conditions in the vicinity. In granting a variance as provided in this section, the Council shall prescribe only such conditions that it deems desirable or necessary to the public interest. 1150.02 Applications. Application for any variance shall be in writing by the subdivider at the time when the preliminary plat is filed for the consideration of the City Council, stating fully and clearly all facts relied upon by the petitioner, and shall be supplemented with maps, plans or other additional data which may aid the Council in the analysis of the proposed project. The plans for the development shall include the covenants, restrictions or other legal provisions necessary to guarantee the full achievement of the plan. 1150.03 Minor Subdivisions of Unplatted Property. Subd. 1 General. In the case of a proposed subdivision of an unplatted tract of land, which subdivision is small in size and of minor importance and which tract is located in an area where conditions are well defined, the City Council, upon review and after report of the planning commission, may exempt the subdivider from compliance with some of the provisions of this chapter. The provisions from which the subdivision may be exempted shall be specified by the planning commission at its first meeting at which the subdivider's application under this paragraph is presented. Subd. 2 Special. Such subdivision may even be exempted from the platting requirements of this chapter and may be allowed to be accomplished by means of a survey or registered land survey provided that the following requirements have been met: A. The resultant parcels abut on and have access to an existing public street, road, thoroughfare or highway; B. The subdivision will not involve the opening, widening or extension of any public or private street, road, thoroughfare or highway and will not involve the dedication, reservation or construction of any type of public utility; C. The subdivision will not obstruct future streets which have been planned by the City; D. The subdivision will not be detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to adjacent tracts in the area in which the subdivision tract is located; E. The registered land survey conforms in all respects to the provisions of M.S. § 508.47 (4), as amended, the terms of which are incorporated herein by reference, or the survey contains at least the following items: 1. Graphic scale; 2. North point; 3. Date of preparation; 4. Names and addresses of the owner, and registered land surveyor who prepared the survey; 5. Legal descriptions of the tract as a whole and the resultant parcels; 6. Location, width and names of all existing or previously platted streets, roads, thoroughfares or highways adjacent to the subdivision tract; 7. Location of all monument, stakes, benchmarks or triangulation stations in or adjacent to the subdivision tract; 8. Location and size of existing sewers, water mains, culverts or other underground facilities within the subdivision tract and to a distance of one hundred (100) feet beyond the outer limits of the tract; 9. Boundary lines of adjoining unsubdivided or subdivided tracts within one hundred (100) feet of the subdivision tract, identifying the same by name and ownership; 10. Existing zoning classification of the district within which the subdivision tract is located; 11. Total approximate acreage of the subdivision tract and acreage or square footage of the resultant parcels; 12. Topographic data, including contours at vertical intervals in not more than two (2) feet and depiction of significant features on or within the subdivision tract such as watercourses, marshes, wooded areas, rock outcrops and powers transmission poles and lines; 13. Certification by the registered land surveyor who prepared the survey. F. Monuments or stakes shall be placed and installed at all corners and angle points of the resultant parcels; G. The resultant parcels will not have setbacks and dimensions less than those required in the zoning ordinance, as amended; H. Drainage and utility easements along lot lines and any other easements required by this chapter. I. A grading plan with drainage calculations shall be submitted if required by the city engineer. J. The subdivider has complied with the requirements of this chapter which the planning commission or City Council have made the subdivision by registered land survey or survey specifically subject to. Subd. 3 Such filing fee as has been established in a resolution adopted by the Council shall be paid the zoning administrator with every application for an exemption under this paragraph. 1150.04 Division or Consolidation of Platted Lots of Record. In the case of an application to divide one or more lots platted into lots and blocks and designated in a subdivision plat on file and of record in the office of the recorder or registrar of titles for the county, into one or more separately described parcels, or an application for the consolidation of two or more such platted lots or parts thereof into one or more tracts, the City Council, upon review and after report of the planning commission, may approve the subdivision or consolidation, upon compliance with the following conditions: Subd. 1 Survey. The owner(s) of the platted lot(s) to be so divided or consolidated shall file with the zoning administrator a survey or registered land survey of the lot(s) to be divided or consolidated. The survey or registered land survey shall be prepared and certified by a Licensed Surveyor. Subd. 2 Relation to Zoning Ordinance. The parcels or tracts resulting from the division or consolidation, as depicted in the survey or registered land survey, shall not have an area, dimensions or setbacks which are less than the minimum requirements specified for the zoning district in which the parcels or tracts are located in the zoning ordinance. Subd. 3 Public Welfare. It is determined that the proposed division or consolidation will not be detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to adjacent tracts in the area in which the subdivision tract is located. Subd. 4 Conformity. The proposed division or consolidation shall conform to such other requirements of this chapter, which the planning commission has specifically made such division or consolidation subject to at its first meeting at which the application for the division or consolidation is submitted. The City Council may add to or subtract from the requirements specified by the planning commission additional requirements of this chapter which it deems necessary for the protection of the health, safety, general welfare and convenience of the City and to secure the objectives of this chapter. Prior to the City Council's granting the owner(s) an exemption pursuant to this paragraph, the owner(s) shall comply with all the requirements of this chapter which the planning commission or City Council have specifically made the division or consolidation subject. Subd. 5 Such filing fee as has been established in a resolution adopted by the Council shall be paid the zoning administrator with every application for an exemption under this paragraph. Page 1 of 2 AGENDA ITEM – 3F MEMORANDUM DATE: July 13, 2026 TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers FROM: Jessica Jagoe, City Administrator SUBJECT: City Council Code of Conduct/Norms of Behavior Discussion Budgeted Amount: Actual Amount: Funding Source: N/A N/A N/A Council Should Consider Council should review Resolution 2016-022 for City Council Norms of Behavior and provide direction to Staff on next steps. Background At the April 14th Work Session, the City Council reviewed Resolution 2016-22 which is the City Council Norms of Behavior. Council requested that staff verify if the League of MN Cities had a template Code of Conduct policy that could be a starting point for this discussion. Additionally, there was a reference to the Elected Officials Guide that LMC also produces. Staff were asked to gather some of these resources together and share those with the Council for future discussion. LMC states that generally policies will take one of two forms: either a values statement expressing core principles for ethical conduct or a formal code of conduct. From the Minnesota Mayors Handbook produced by the League of Minnesota Cities there is the following suggestion: • Codes of conduct are written more like bylaws or regulations for an organization. Generally, they prescribe explicit standards of behavior and provide for formal complaints, hearings, and censure. For example, a code of conduct might state, “No member may knowingly violate the Open Meeting Law.” Included as Attachment D is a sample Code of Conduct created by the League of Minnesota Cities Ethics Advisory Panel from the Minnesota Mayors Handbook. Additionally, City staff is including as Attachment E the Blaine City Council Code of Conduct. Page 2 of 2 For Resolution 2016-22, the City Council should review to determine if this remains sufficient or provide Staff with direction on updates for the Norms of Behavior. Budget Impact N/A Attachments Attachment A: Resolution 2016-22 Attachment B: January 3, 2024 Special Work Session Minutes Attachment C: April 14, 2025 Work Session Minutes Attachment D: LMC Sample Code of Conduct Attachment E: Blaine City Council Code of Conduct It ARZEN HILLS Approved: February 12, 2024 CITY OF ARDEN HILLS, MINNESOTA SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION JANUARY 3, 2024 5:30 P.M. - ARDEN HILLS CITY HALL CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, Mayor Grant called to order the Special City Council Work Session at 5:30 p.m. Present: Mayor David Grant, Councilmembers Brenda Holden, Emily Rousseau, Tena Monson and Tom Fabel Absent: None Also present: City Administrator Dave Perrault and League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust (LMCIT) Collaboration Services Manager Aimee Gourlay 1. AGENDA ITEMS A. Council Discussion with LMCIT Collaboration Services Ms. Gourlay said the goal is to give them the opportunity to discuss what they might like to do or change about the Norms of Behavior/Code of Conduct, and what the process would be for moving forward. She reviewed the items they hope to achieve; productive and efficient Council meetings, improved teamwork and agreement on process. She asked if anyone wanted to add anything else. Council also requested to talk about respect and decency. Ms. Gourlay said she would add that under meeting management. She explained the agenda and said she had brought a short Code of Conduct summary from the League of Minnesota Cities. She said the League doesn't have a standard code as they are specific to each community. Some cities have very detailed codes and Duluth has one paragraph. She expanded on the items they would be discussing. The idea was to share and hear others ideas and incorporate as many considerations as they could. The goal of a Code of Conduct is to increase their ability to have positive conflict that helps get good outcomes, and decrease the likelihood of interpersonal negative conflicts that can detract from making good decisions. Ms. Gourlay explained the Norms of Behavior 2016 could be a starting point because it already exists. Discussion was probably more important than the paper at this point. ARDEN HILLS SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION - JANUARY 3, 2024 2 Council discussed issues in the past related to processes and how they have or have not come to agreement on items. Ms. Gourlay said it was about perceptions and how you're feeling about the discussion. What they seem to agree on the need to balance the meeting efficiency with making sure everyone's voice is heard and making sure the conversation is appropriate to the topic. They could talk about how to move on when all opinions have been voiced. If they feel like they're hearing the same thing and want to move on for efficiency sake, how does the Mayor know? Council discussed how side comments or underhanded remarks affect decorum. Ms. Gourlay said you're probably not listening well if there are side comments, and people will shut down if they're hearing things as attacks. That is a part of meeting decorum. It can be difficult if Councilmembers are speaking for long periods of time. So how do they balance making sure everyone has a voice? Maybe everyone says their initial thoughts and has longer to speak after that. Ms. Gourlay thought there was already a divide about how they were feeling about respect. She wondered if only some people were experiencing that or if it was a council -wide consideration. Council discussed past issues or events that they have felt contributed to feelings of disrespect or mistrust. Ms. Gourlay thought getting to a point of understanding that could be another piece of the code. And whatever code they come up with everyone has to be willing to go along with. She watched a video of a meeting but she didn't see much of this dynamic. Ms. Gourlay said there may be a need to address some of the past hurt in some way however, something that can be helpful is to look at places they've been more successful and see how they can take what is working and build on that. Council discussed teamwork and their perspectives on information sharing. Ms. Gourlay stated they're talking about Code of Conduct, but it really keeps coming back to this one issue. She asked what they needed to move forward. Council discussed better communication moving forward and past issues, also discussed looking forward not at the past when making decisions. Council discussed adding agenda items to formally report back to Council, such as, Committee/Commission updates. Ms. Gourlay said one thing they were talking about was committee reports and separating that from Council Comments. They also talked about agreeing to disagree about the past and not bring it up going forward. They talked about annual committee updates and sharing City goals. Ms. Gourlay commented that one of the things she's observing is that it's hard to get to consensus because what they're talking about keeps shifting. ARDEN HILLS SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION - JANUARY 3, 2024 3 Ms. Gourlay reiterated they wanted efficient meetings, to stay on appropriate topics, everyone's voice be heard, and to avoid personal comments. Some of the items they are considering would address some of that list. Ms. Gourlay said sometimes councils have struggles with how to get things on the agenda, what's the complaint process, or the process for taking something off the consent agenda. Oftentimes it has to do with how things get heard. She wondered what's the process for assigning committees, is there an assumption that everyone gets a committee and similar types of things. Council discussed adding committee/commission reports to future agendas, and about tying it into committee/commission liaison responsibilities. Ms. Gourlay recommended they have a work session item for discussion of committee updates before it be brought for a vote at a regular meeting so there is no misunderstanding of what the policy will be. She asked if this session was a useful conversation. Council discussed not bring up past issues when making decisions affecting the present and future. Ms. Gourlay said they should move forward with discussing the issues they talked about at work sessions and if they would like her to come back she could. She could also arrange for not full group discussions. Ms. Gourlay said they remind her of good people with knowledge coming together from different places but the team can't come together. Council thanked Ms. Gourlay for her time. 2. COUNCIL/STAFF COMMENTS City Administrator Perrault said he had emailed two questions to the Council. The 2024 PMP was at 80% plan and was scheduled to be an item on the upcoming work session, did they prefer to leave it on that meeting. Also, did they want to schedule a retreat, if so he will find a date. Councilmember Rousseau would rather do a special work session on January 22 for the PMP, and she would love to have a retreat in March or April. Councilmember Monson was comfortable with having the PMP discussion on either date but she could make January 22 work. Mayor Grant explained there's what they go in at and then there's the bid. So, 80% was probably close enough. Councilmember Monson said then she was fine with it being on January 8 at 80%. She would like to have city goals at a retreat but didn't think they needed the personality piece. Mayor Grant felt a retreat was the wrong way to approach it. He thought it would be better for the group to look at some strategic topics and discuss them. He didn't know if they needed ARDEN HILLS SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION — JANUARY 3, 2024 4 someone else to help them do that. He thought a facilitator would make it more touchy-feely and they would probably waste time with ice breaker type stuff. Councilmember Fabel agreed. Councilmember Monson said she found Ms. Gourlay to be valuable in these discussions. Councilmember Rousseau asked if they were going to go through the list of work session topics at the next work session and prioritize them. Mayor Grant was thinking more strategic than chickens or food trucks; he was worried more about bigger things like trails and the fire station. City Administrator Perrault said he was planning to include the list of work session priorities on the next work session so Council can let staff know what they want to bring forward in what order. Councilmember Rousseau explained that things they see on the list as a priority could be what they base a strategic plan on. Councilmember Holden asked if they were going to update the Council Tracker. City Administrator Perrault said past practice was they only removed things at Council direction. Councilmember Rousseau asked how they were moving forward with a Code of Conduct for committees. Ms. Gourlay said she had examples from other cities to send to the Mayor and Councilmember Rousseau. I\ 11 rsl IMok Mayor Grant adjourned the Special City Council Work Session at 7:09 p.m. ai Zii 4j. itimi David Grant Mayor ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION – APRIL 14, 2025 14 regarding how PTRC are going to pay for the parks is a priority, above some of the other items on the list. We need to decide what is most important. Councilmember Rosseau asked if it could be two Fridays vs. a Friday and Saturday. Councilmember Holden can’t do 14 hours. Back to back days doesn’t work. In the past, it was nice to take a step back and think about what was discussed. Councilmember Weber asked if it had to be consecutive days. City Administrator Jagoe didn’t ask that question. Her experience was the Friday/Saturday. She will ask if there is an option to do a Friday and then a second Friday a month later. Councilmember Weber said he could support that, with Hue Life. He is not interested in the other proposal. Councilmember Holden asked when it was decided it would be a Friday. City Administrator Jagoe said she heard Council talk about a Friday. Councilmember Monson said they did a similar session with the Fire Board. There were three months between sessions. We can’t spread it that far because we will want this complete in time for budgeting. It was nice to have that space between sessions. Mayor Grant said we should try to keep the hours down, maybe not two full days. City Administrator Jagoe will follow up with the consultant to see about scheduling two sessions with some time between. She sought clarification if Council wanted to agree on availability and see if it works for the consultant, or should we schedule it when they can fit us in. Councilmember Holden said everyone needs to be at the first one. Councilmember Weber said we will probably have to have the consultant say when they are available and then move on it when we find a date that works for everyone. City Administrator Jagoe said she will follow up on dates. She wanted to confirm that Council plus the Directors and City Clerk should attend. She asked if there was anyone else that should be included in the invitation. Discussion ensued regarding start time, possible dates and what items will be focused on. City Administrator Jagoe will discuss availability with the consultant and send out dates to Council. C. Council Norms of Behavior City Administrator Jagoe said on March 10th, this item was brought to the Work Session along with the Committee/Commission Code of Conduct Policy. The Council Norms of Behavior, ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION – APRIL 14, 2025 15 Resolution 2016-22 is being brought back for Council review. She asked Council if there are any updates or changes, they want to make. Councilmember Monson thinks the Norms of Behavior is a good place to start but she feels that reading it, it was written in response to the dynamics that were happening at that time. She provided something previously that more broadly discussed honesty and integrity. She thought we could check with LMC to see if they have a template. She thinks the items are very specific. Councilmember Weber said he went through all the chapters of the Elected Officials Guides on the LMC site. He thinks the information is very comprehensive guidance for elected officials and ethics guidance. He provided the information to City Administrator Jagoe. He requested she share that information with the rest of the Council. City Administrator Jagoe said she will pass that along to the entire council. Councilmember Rousseau asked if City Administrator Jagoe would share that along with Councilmember Holden’s notes, as well. Councilmember Holden said in item #3, there is language regarding public testimony. She believes the word ‘immoral’ should be removed. We shouldn’t use that word. We talk about being respectful of one another but we also have to include resident interactions. D. Twin Cities Gateway Funding Discussion Mayor Grant said there is just under $20,000 plus some roll-over from the previous year. He is grateful the Visitor’s Bureau allowed that. These funds need to be used to advertise and promote events that will bring people into Arden Hills to use hotels and patronize our businesses. He believes the ice swim event would qualify. We’ve used it for Rib Fest and Bethel Homecoming. He reminded that we have the 75th Anniversary of Arden Hills coming in 2026. He asked Council if they had any preference for prioritizing the list. Councilmember Rousseau said she is interested in using half of the amount for Rib Fest and the other half for the ice swim. She would like John Connelly to talk with Al Stauffacher to help shepherd the process of the Regional Grant for the ice swim event. She understands they will do that for a newer event. Mr. Stauffacher seemed interested in the ice swim. She said it seems like we typically discuss this funding source in April. She wondered if the 75th Anniversary should be on the list for next year, with all of the 2026 funds going towards that event. Mayor Grant said that is the Council’s decision to make. He said the grant awards are based on a formula. He said the numbers are holding and we can probably expect about the same amount next year. Councilmember Holden would like to use a little of the 2025 money to advertise a save the date for the 75th Anniversary. She thinks we should send out one big flyer. A mailing is $2,000. She thinks we should send out a mailing announcing that 2026 is the 75th Anniversary. Something that advertises us as a City to all the residents and businesses. She isn’t willing to give it to Bethel. They never even thanked us. Mayor Grant isn’t aware if Staff has received any communication. MINNESOTA MAYORS HANDBOOK Chapter 1 -36 For example, “I serve the public interest when I recognize and support the public’s right to know the public’s business.” Values-based codes generally set aspirational “do’s,” while codes of conduct stress “don’ts,” as discussed below. You can find a sample Statement of Values in Appendix F at the end of this memo. b. Codes of conduct See Appendix G: Sample Code of Conduct. Codes of conduct are written more like bylaws or regulations for an organization. Generally, they prescribe explicit standards of behavior and provide for formal complaints, hearings, and censure. For example, a code of conduct might state, “No member may knowingly violate the Open Meeting Law.” You can find a sample Code of Conduct in Appendix G at the end of this memo. c. Enforceability i. Values statements Because of the aspirational and sometimes subjective nature of values-based codes, formal enforcement might be difficult and likely counterproductive. Compliance is better left to the individual’s conscience. ii. Codes of conduct Minn. Stat. § 410.20. Charter cities may provide for recall of elected public officials in their charter. However, recall of public officials is not possible in statutory cities. In addition, there is no authority in state statute to provide for removal of a council member by vote of the council or through application of a city-based ethics policy. There is also no authority to levy fines for violations. As a result, city codes of conduct for elected officials are generally enforced through censure. Censure is a formal resolution of council stating that a council member has violated the city’s ethical rules and expressing disapproval of their actions. IV. Mayor-council relationship Because mayors of statutory cities lack significant individual authority, the key to a successful mayor-council relationship often lies in recognizing the mayor’s role (and its limits) and working from there to build productive partnerships with fellow council members. A. Meetings and the mayor-council relationship MINNESOTA MAYORS HANDBOOK 74 Appendix G: Sample Code of Conduct Created by the League of Minnesota Cities Ethics Advisory Panel – October 2009; Revised December 2017 ___.01. Purpose. The City Council of the City of _____ determines that a code of conduct for its members, as well as the members of the various boards and commissions of the City of _____, is essential for the public affairs of the city. By eliminating conflicts of interest and providing standards for conduct in city matters, the City Council hopes to promote the faith and confidence of the citizens of _____ in their government and to encourage its citizens to serve on its council and commissions. ___.02. Standards of conduct. Subd. 1. No member of the City Council or a city board or commission may knowingly: a. Violate the Open Meeting Law. b. Participate in a matter that affects the person’s financial interests or those of a business with which the person is associated, unless the effect on the person or business is no greater than on other members of the same business classification, profession, or occupation. c. Use the person’s public position to secure special privileges or exemptions for the person or for others. d. Use the person’s public position to solicit personal gifts or favors. e. Use the person’s public position for personal gain. f. Except as specifically permitted pursuant to Minn. Stat. 471.895, accept or receive any gift of substance, whether in the form of money, services, loan, travel, entertainment, hospitality, promise, or any other form, under circumstances in which it could be reasonably expected to influence the person, the person’s performance of official action, or be intended as a reward for the person’s official action. g. Disclose to the public, or use for the person’s or another person’s personal gain, information that was gained by reason of the person’s public position if the information was not public data or was discussed at a closed session of the City Council. h. Disclose information that was received, discussed, or decided in conference with the city’s legal counsel that is protected by the attorney-client privilege unless a majority of the City Council has authorized the disclosure. i. Represent private interests before the City Council or any city committee, board, commission, or agency. (optional) Subd. 2. Except as prohibited by the provisions of Minn. Stat. § 471.87, there is no violation of subdivision 1 b. of this section for a matter that comes before the council, board, or commission if the member of the council, board, or commission publicly discloses the circumstances that MINNESOTA MAYORS HANDBOOK 75 would violate these standards and refrains from participating in the discussion and vote on the matter. Nothing herein shall be construed to prohibit a contract with a member of the City Council under the circumstances described under Minn. Stat. § 471.88, if proper statutory procedures are followed. ___.03. Complaint, hearing. Any person may file a written complaint with the city clerk alleging a violation of the standards of conduct in section .02. The complaint must contain supporting facts for the allegation. The City Council may hold a hearing after receiving the written complaint or upon the council’s own volition. A hearing must be held only if the City Council determines: 1) upon advice of the city attorney, designee, or other attorney appointed by the council, that the factual allegations state a sufficient claim of a violation of these standards or rise to the level of a legally recognized conflict of interest, and 2) that the complaint has been lodged in good faith and not for impermissible purposes such as delay. The City Council’s determination must be made within 30 days of the filing of the allegation with the city clerk. If the council determines that there is an adequate justification for holding a hearing, the hearing must be held within 30 days of the City Council’s determination. At the hearing, the person accused must have the opportunity to be heard. If, after the hearing, the council finds that a violation of a standard has occurred or does exist, the council may censure the person, refer the matter for criminal prosecution, request an official not to participate in a decision, or remove an appointed member of an advisory board or commission from office. City Council Code of Conduct Blaine Prepared by: City Attorney Code of Conduct Adopted January 5, 2026 1 BLAINE CITY COUNCIL – CODE OF CONDUCT Contents Introductory Pledge ................................................................................................................................................... 2 Compliance and Enforcement .......................................................................................................................................... 2 Comply with the Law ................................................................................................................................................. 2 Roles of Council, Staff and Commissions ................................................................................................................... 3 Working with Staff ............................................................................................................................................................ 4 Working with Boards/Commissions ........................................................................................................................... 5 Working with the Community .......................................................................................................................................... 5 City Staff and the Public, Council Conduct with Staff ................................................................................................ 6 Council Conduct with the Public, Internal Council Conduct ..................................................................................... 7 Intergovernmental Relations ........................................................................................................................................... 7 2 INTRODUCTORY PLEDGE Blaine residents and businesses deserve a fair, ethical and accountable local government that earns the public’s full confidence for integrity. Recognizing these goals, the code of conduct is established for all elected officials of the City of Blaine. As a member of the Blaine City Council, we agree to uphold the introductory pledge for elected officials adopted by the city council and conduct myself by the following model of behavior. We will: • Comply with the law, including o Staying within the city council’s authority o Following the open meeting, gift, and conflict of interest laws • Respect city council roles and responsibilities when working with staff, boards and commissions • Be consistent in policy and respect process • Fulfill the council’s fiduciary responsibility to act in the best interest of the city, and all of its residents, both financially and legally by: o keeping the common good as the highest purpose to focus on achieving constructive solutions for the public benefit o not disclosing private or confidential information of the city or using that information to advance personal interests. The mayor and councilmembers must maintain the confidentiality of all non-public information concerning property, personnel, or legal affairs of the city. They must neither disclose confidential information without proper legal authorization, nor use such information to advance their personal, financial or other private interests. Such disclosure is a violation of the Rules of Order and Procedure and the Council Code of Conduct. o protecting city interests and liability by following advice of legal counsel COMPLIANCE AND ENFORCEMENT The code of conduct expresses standards of ethical conduct expected for members of the Blaine City Council. Members themselves have the primary responsibility to assure the public that ethical standards are understood and met, and that the public can continue to have full confidence in the integrity of government. We will hold ourselves and each other accountable and when there is a suspected violation of the law, we will discuss with the city manager. COMPLY WITH THE LAW Members shall comply with the applicable federal laws, state laws, and city ordinances in the performance of their public duties. Authority The city’s legislative powers are granted to the council as a whole, and not to individual members. The council as a whole is a policy-making board and as such, it is not the duty of the council to administer the day-to-day operations of the city. Many items will come before the council as required by city ordinance, but many issues are more discretionary in nature. It is important that the council and staff work together to differentiate between administrative duties that are relevant to staff, and those decisions that are of a policy-making nature and should come before the council. All councilmembers, including those serving as presiding officer, have equal votes. No councilmember has more power than any other councilmember, and all should be treated with equal respect. Members are elected officials serving on the city council and councilmembers shall not attempt to act as, or carry out the responsibilities of, city staff or the city manager beyond what is outlined in the city charter and code. Councilmembers shall not undermine the authority of the city manager and city staff as those individuals carry out their duties as authorized by the city charter, code and the motions and resolutions adopted by majority of the city council. Including but not limited to speaking on behalf of council or city staff, media engagement, developers, property owners or residents without approval of a majority of council. Mayoral Role According to Blaine City Charter Chapter 2, Section 2.06 the mayor is a full member of the council in addition to acting as presiding officer of meetings; representing the city ceremoniously; and executing official documents. 3 Open Meeting Law (OML) Public deliberations and processes shall be conducted openly and in a transparent manner. The Minnesota Open Meeting Law Chapter 13D requires that meetings of governmental bodies generally be open to the public in order to: • Prohibit actions being taken at a secret meeting where it is impossible for the interested public to become fully informed about a public board’s decisions or to detect improper influences • Assure the public’s right to be informed and observe public meetings The Minnesota Supreme Court has noted that meetings of less than a quorum of a public body held serially to avoid a public meeting or to fashion agreement on an issue of public business may violate the open meeting law. Gift/Donations Gifts from Interested Persons: Unless as outlined in exceptions, per MN Statute 471.895 councilmembers may not receive gifts from any “interested person” in conjunction with their city council duties: • A “gift” is defined as money, real or personal property, a service, loan, a forbearance or forgiveness of debt, or a promise of future employment, that is given and received without the giver receiving something of equal or greater value in return • "Interested person" means a person or a representative of a person or association that has a direct financial interest in a decision that a local official is authorized to make o virtually every resident or person doing business in the city could have a direct financial interest in a decision Gifts to the city: councilmembers can recommend acceptance of general gifts through the city’s donation policy. All gifts to the city must be accepted by city council resolution. Logo Members shall not use the city’s name or logo for the purpose of endorsing any political candidate or business. Conflict of Interest Conflict of interest is when any member who has a “financial interest” in, or who may receive a financial benefit as a result of, any action or if there is potential for the appearance of conflict of interest. Questions about a potential conflict of interest shall be discussed with the city manager. Contractual Conflict of Interest: Per MN Statute 471.87, with exceptions in MN Statutes 123B.195 and 471.88, a public officer who is authorized to take part in any manner in making any sale, lease, or contract in official capacity shall not voluntarily have a personal financial interest in that sale, lease, or contract or personally benefit financially therefrom. Non-Contractual Conflict of Interest: Non-contractual matters may include such things as council decisions on zoning, local improvements, and the issuance of licenses. Although not generally prohibited by state law, an interested councilmember most likely should abstain from participating in council discussion and from voting on these issues. Members who have a potential conflict of interest shall: • Disclose the conflict of interest to the group, and • Abstain from the council discussion debate and vote ROLES OF COUNCIL, STAFF AND COMMISSIONS We are all part of a team committed to the residents of Blaine both today and in the future. To be effective we must come to meetings with an open mind, think strategically about city issues and delegate details of 4 implementations to staff. We will strive to maintain a culture of trust, respect and candor as a council and when working with staff and boards/commissions. Decide Strategy City Council S Staff Commissions Manage Operations, Advise Council Advise Council (technical analysis & evaluation) & Implement Policy (community needs & values) City Council City Manager and Staff Boards, Commissions, Task Forces Make policy-level decisions Hire and supervise city manager Approve budget and related work plan Ordinances and policy decisions Development proposals Variances and rezoning requests Appoint representatives to advisory boards and commissions Provide best efforts and technical advice to council Manage operations and staff Propose budget and policies Carry out council decisions Deliver services Equitably enforce codes/policies Provide community perspective Propose work plan items Advise the council through work plan “charges” Hold hearings as directed by council Assist as directed in work plan with engagement efforts Respectful Behavior Members should STRIVE TO: Treat people with courtesy, politeness, and kindness Encourage others to express their opinions and ideas Listen to what others have to say Use the ideas of others to improve decisions and outcomes Recognize and respect differences Prepare for the issues at hand Focus on the business of the body Consider only legally germane information in decisions Act as a decision maker, not an advocate Members should AVOID: • Speaking over or cutting off another individual’s comments • Insulting, disparaging, or putting down people or their ideas • Bullying other members by displaying a pattern of belittling, demeaning, judging or patronizing comments • Violence or the threat of violence will not be tolerated WORKING WITH CITY STAFF Members shall respect and adhere to the council-manager structure of Blaine city government. This means: City Council does… City Council does not… Hire, fire, and supervise city manager Set the strategic direction for the city Consider and approve budget and related work plan, and monitor performance relative to those items Consider and approve policy decisions Consider and approve development proposals Consider and approve variances and rezoning requests Appoint citizens to citizen advisory boards and commissions Approve and amend work plans and bylaws Hire and fire staff • Direct activities of staff other than city manager • Individually direct activities of boards, commissions or other resident groups • Individually approve policies, projects etc. • Individually commit resources or staff to specific causes • Individually enforce policies, city code, etc. or speak or prepare official correspondence on behalf of the city unless authorized by council 5 Councilmembers promise city staff they will: • Respect staff as valued resources and members of our team • Support the maintenance of a positive and constructive workplace environment for city employees where individual members, staff and the public are free to express their ideas and work to their full potential • Provide direction to the city manager as a body and not direct the work of individual staff • Encourage staff to focus on the big picture in reports • When possible, notify the city manager in advance of a council meeting of questions or requests to pull agenda items from the consent agenda so the appropriate staff can compile the information needed • Agree that information they ask of the city manager will be shared equally with all councilmembers • Copy the city manager on all communications with staff, including questions on topics such as agenda items WORKING WITH BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS As set forth in the Blaine City Charter Chapter 2, Section 2.02, Blaine’s boards and commissions are established by the council and serve as advisory to the council. Specific board and commission roles are: • Investigate matters within the scope of the commission or as specifically directed by the council • Advise the council by communicating the viewpoint or advice of the commission • At the direction of council, hold hearings, receive evidence, conduct investigations, and, based on such hearings, evidence and investigations, make decisions and recommendations to the council Councilmembers promise boards and commissions they will: • View boards and commissions as vitally important resources to support our decision-making • Communicate effectively with boards and commissions to ensure they have the tools to do their work • Give clear direction as a body and take adequate time to review the result of their deliberations • Because of the value of the independent advice of boards, commissions, and task forces to the public decision-making process, members of council shall refrain from using their position to influence the deliberations or outcomes of board, commission, and task force proceedings • The expectation is that councilmembers will not typically attend board, commission, committee, working group or task force meetings. However, under special circumstances, if we attend a meeting: o We will do so only as an observer and prior to attending will notify the appropriate staff liaison o Strive for good communication by reporting out to other councilmembers WORKING WITH THE COMMUNITY Residents: City staff is the first call for help for residents. We will refer residents who have concerns to the city manager. If a resident has contacted the city manager but is still not satisfied, we will discuss with the city manager. We acknowledge if a resident receives conflicting information from different councilmembers or staff that is difficult for the resident and could increase liability for the city. Businesses or other interests: The purpose of a city council meeting is to discuss information needed to make an informed decision, review that information, and decide. It is not feasible to conduct all business in a public meeting. Particularly around development, business interests might ask a member to meet outside of the city council meeting to facilitate idea generation about proposals. The city council’s overarching principles for working the community are: • Never grant any special consideration, treatment, or advantage • Respect sensitivity of personal information 6 • Honor our rules regarding public testimony and clearly communicate the rules • Make ourselves available to all parties on an equal basis and not advocate for a certain point of view • Be cautious about how we participate in meetings or events and not prejudge the issue before the council has had a chance to deliberate CITY STAFF AND THE PUBLIC Public decision-making must be fair and impartial and shall not be discriminatory on the basis of those protected classes outlined in federal, state, and city laws and ordinances. City policy dictates that elected officials and advisory board members conduct business in a manner which, both internally and in relation to each other and their constituencies, is free from illegal discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, marital status, socio-economic status, or sexual orientation. Meetings requested by residents or businesses: 1. AFTER DECISION: If we are invited to a meeting about an issue the council has decided upon, we will explain how the council arrived at the decision. 2. DURING DECISION: If we are invited to a meeting about an issue that will be before the council in the future, we will uphold the above principles for working with the community, and: a. We will not make our decision about an issue before the city council until the process allows. b. We will be sensitive to the fact that we are not hearing everyone, and we will give equal consideration to all feedback regardless of the way it is received. 3. DURING SPECIFIED ENGAGEMENT PROCESS: If we meet with a resident during a planned engagement process, we will notify the resident that we are there to listen and encourage them to participate through the established process to engage. We will ensure that staff received the feedback provided to us. 4. OTHER ENGAGEMENT OPPORTUNITIES: Engagement opportunities outside of formal council meetings are often an effective and meaningful way to connect with residents in a less formal manner, such as meeting with one or two residents about a topic, meeting with a few business owners in an area, or holding a listening session for a small portion of a neighborhood. The goal of these smaller engagement opportunities is to provide one or two councilmembers the opportunity to engage with constituents in a smaller group setting, different than larger, staff-supported events such as an open house or broader neighborhood meeting, that may be subject to the open meeting law. These opportunities should be considered as listening sessions for feedback on a topic that the councilmember(s) then relay to the full council as part of formal consideration. Should a councilmember like to host an engagement opportunity, they should: • Inform the city manager to allow staff time if needed to notify about the opportunity, ensuring equal access for all and ensuring that all regulatory and open meeting law requirements are met. • Inform their fellow councilmembers that an engagement opportunity will be taking place. Councilmembers should use these opportunities to: • Listen to constituents' concerns and ideas. • Encourage residents to attend council meetings and participate in the public decision-making process. • Collaborate with the city manager to ensure that constituents' concerns and ideas are addressed through staff and in accordance with established policies and procedures. Councilmembers should avoid: • Making promises or commitments on behalf of the council or city. • Discussing confidential, private, or non-public sensitive information and redirect conversations to the appropriate public forum(s). • Directing staff or making specific requests outside of the established protocol (i.e., via the city manager). • Councilmembers should keep a separation between their official duties and any campaign/re-election 7 activities. 5. We will also notify the city manager in the event we wish to attend board/commission meetings as well as legislative committee meetings/hearings so staff can notify the chair(s) and/or lobbyists in order to be best prepared. By following these guidelines, councilmembers can effectively engage with the public outside of formal council meetings while maintaining transparency, upholding ethical responsibilities and encouraging active participation in the local government decision-making process. COUNCIL CONDUCT WITH CITY STAFF Direction to Staff for Projects/Agenda Items - Direction is given to city staff to pursue items that generally impact the public policy of the city by reaching consensus during a workshop or through a direct binding majority vote of the council at a special or regular business meeting. This direction can occur either through a workshop item agenda form with general consensus of the council or under other business on the regular business agenda through a motion/second and majority vote. Once direction is given, the city manager will assign the work to a staff member or advise the council that additional staffing will be needed to carry out the task. City staff, including the direct employees of the council (the city manager and city attorney), are not obligated to pursue items for only one councilmember. If a councilmember wishes to direct staff to work on a specific item, the councilmember must receive consent of the council by reaching consensus during a workshop meeting, by a majority vote of approval, or by submitting a workshop item agenda form that results in consensus of the council. Requests for Information on Non-Agenda Items - City staff carry out the day-to-day business of operating the city. The council should keep this in mind when requesting information or asking to perform these functions. Generally, all interactions with staff members should flow through the city manager. If a councilmember is asking for information from city staff that will require more than 30 minutes of staff time to collect or research a problem and prepare a response, the request will need to be approved by the council to ensure that staff resources are allocated in accordance with overall council priorities. Interaction with Staff - It is not appropriate for councilmembers to admonish city staff when disagreeing with the information brought forth for presentation to the governing body. Concerns should be taken up with the city manager, and if an issue is identified that needs to be addressed by the whole council, it will be brought forth accordingly. In any event, there shall be no personal attacks on city staff. COUNCIL CONDUCT WITH THE PUBLIC Public Meetings - Making the public feel welcome is an important part of the democratic process. Recognizing that the actions of each council member impact the public perception of the whole council, councilmembers shall strive to treat the public with respect. Connecting Residents with Staff Resources - Councilmembers serve as the link between residents and their local government. Through various channels such as mail, telephone, face-to-face interactions, and electronic means, council facilitates a crucial two-way exchange of information. On one hand, councilmembers are often the first point of contact for residents who wish to express concerns, seek assistance or provide recommendations for policy; therefore, it is essential that councilmembers handle these interactions with tact and professionalism to maintain positive relationships and foster citizen support for the government. On the other hand, councilmembers also play a key role in disseminating information about city programs and policies to the public. By educating residents about local government and the rationale behind city policies, councilmembers can help build understanding and support for city initiatives. 8 In day-to-day community interactions, councilmembers need not act as intermediaries between city staff and community members when advocating for a community issue brought directly to the councilmember. Councilmembers should connect community members to the appropriate city resources when contacted about various issues by reaching out to the city manager and appropriate department heads and requesting follow-up as needed. The city manager and appropriate department heads shall address the issue or delegate it to the appropriate staff for follow-up. Further follow-up with the councilmember by the city manager and appropriate department heads for informational purposes may occur if necessary. Councilmembers’ Behavior and Conduct: Councilmembers who violates the code of conduct are subject to admonition, reprimand, or censure. Any violations that potentially constitute criminal conduct shall be handled by the criminal justice system. Accountability/Consequences: A potential action for failing to comply with this code of conduct may include the following: 1. Admonition. An admonition shall be verbal or written statement made by the mayor to the councilmember. 2. Reprimand. A reprimand shall be administered to the councilmember by letter. The letter shall be approved by the city council and shall be signed by the mayor, or by the mayor pro tem if the mayor position is vacant or if the matter involves the mayor. 3. Censure. A censure shall be administered pursuant to a formal resolution adopted by the council. A member may receive a public admonishment for failure to conform with any provisions of these bylaws, state statute, violation of confidentiality or attorney-client privilege, or other acts considered to merit reprimand by the city council. Such censure may include other actions or punishments by city council in conformity of the law. The city council, as a body, may by motion and a supermajority, commend or censure one of its own. If the act involves two members of the council, a majority vote is required. Factors that will be considered in determining the appropriate consequence include but are not limited to the seriousness of the violation and/or the number of preceding violations. Procedures for reporting: 1. A member of the city council may report a potential code of conduct violation by a member of the council by bringing the matter to the attention of the mayor, city manager, or city attorney. 2. A city staff member may report a potential code of conduct violation by a member of the council by bringing the matter to the attention of the city manager or human resources manager. 3. If the potential violation involves the mayor, it should be brought to the attention of the mayor pro tem, city manager or city attorney. 4. If the mayor and/or mayor pro tem are unable to be involved in reviewing the code of conduct complaint for any reason, the matter will be reviewed by the next most senior member of the council not involved in the complaint. 5. Upon receipt of a complaint, the following diagram highlights the process that will be used: 9 INTERNAL COUNCIL CONDUCT The council exists to work in the interest of the public. The council should strive to work as a team in achieving the best outcome for the community. The council should conduct business in a civil, efficient, and cooperative manner with other members of the council and city staff. It is incumbent upon the members of council to listen to one another and give full opportunity for all viewpoints to be heard. All disagreements should be handled in a civil fashion. Inappropriate behavior by a councilmember such as intentionally or with malice sharing false statements during a council meeting may be addressed through a verbal correction by the mayor/mayor pro tem either during or outside of the council meeting. Further incidents may be addressed by subsequent verbal corrections accompanied by use of the gavel. Repeated incidents can give rise to the mayor/mayor pro tem not recognizing the offending councilmember to speak. A councilmember can request that any of these actions against an offending councilmember be taken if the mayor/mayor pro tem has not done so on their own. Councilmembers must act in a respectful, courteous and professional manner while acting in their roles as elected officials. Councilmembers are entitled to disagree regarding city direction and decisions relating to regulations, policies and positions, but councilmembers may not use their titles as mayor/councilmember or any city-sponsored means of communication (e.g.: city-issued email, social media posts, etc.) to disparage other members, council decisions, city staff or any city-related issues. Personal attacks against staff, other councilmembers, or members of the public by a councilmember without basis is a violation of the Rules of Order and Procedure and the Council Code of Conduct. 10 Councilmembers acknowledge they are elected to be one member of a decision-making body and at times members may disagree with the approved decisions of a majority of the council. While councilmembers may respectfully disagree with decisions made by the majority, members should not publicly disparage or undermine approved council decisions in any manner that may be detrimental to the city carrying out such decisions and acting as directed by a majority of the council. INTERGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS Members shall represent positions approved by the council to the best of their ability when working with: • Legislative bodies • Federal or state agencies • Other local governments, such as school boards, counties, or municipalities If an individual councilmember’s opinion differs from the city position, or a matter agreed upon by the full council, members shall explicitly state they do not represent their city council or the City of Blaine, nor will they allow the inference that they do. Members will represent the official policies or positions of the city as set forth in the city charter, city ordinances, and the motions and resolutions adopted by a majority of the city council to the best of their abilities. When presenting their individual opinions and positions that differ from the official policies or positions of the city, members must explicitly state they are speaking in their personal capacity and do not represent the position of the city or the council. Blaine City Council Code of Conduct Acknowledgement  I acknowledge that I have received a copy of the Blaine City Council Code of Conduct.  I understand that I am responsible for familiarizing myself and complying with the Code.  I understand that if I need clarification of the contents within the Code, I will contact the City Manager or City Attorney. _________________________________________________ _________________________________ Name Date (print) _________________________________________________ Signature Page 1 of 2 AGENDA ITEMS – G1 and G2 MEMORANDUM DATE: July 13, 2026 TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers FROM: Jessica Jagoe, City Administrator SUBJECT: Use of City Property and Immigration Enforcement Discussion Budgeted Amount: Actual Amount: Funding Source: N/A N/A N/A Council Should Consider Council should discuss topic areas below and provide direction to Staff on next steps. Background At the February 9th Work Session, the City Council requested a recurring work session agenda item to allow for discussion on topics related to immigration enforcement. Below are topics that Council requested be brought back for discussion by the City Council related to immigration enforcement. Council is asked to discuss these topics and provide direction to Staff on next steps and/or removal of any particular topic(s) from the list and/or other topics that should be brought forward under this agenda item for future discussion. Use of City Property Policy/Ordinance (i.e., staging area) At the May 11th Work Session, the City Council directed staff to bring back information on amending the city code to regulate the use of city-owned parking lots (i.e., staging areas). Staff worked with the City Attorney to prepare draft language that would address this concern. Below is the proposed language for the City Council to discuss and provide feedback on. Following Council discussion and direction, city staff would bring draft language forward to a future regular meeting for adoption. Page 2 of 2 Section 397 – City-owned parking lots 397.001 Permit required. No event or activity is allowed in a parking lot owned by the city that will impede the normal course of public activity in the parking lot without an approved permit. The application for the permit shall be submitted at least fourteen (14) days prior to the event or activity on a form provided by the City. No permit fee shall be required. The permit is subject to review and administrative approval by the City Administrator or designee. The permit may be denied or revoked if it conflicts with or significantly impedes the normal course of activity and public purpose of the public parking lot. 397.002 Enforcement. The city administrator or designee shall enforce this section. In addition to any other remedy available at equity or at law, failure to comply with this section may result in restrictions or penalties as provided in chapter 1 of this code. Other topics for further discussion • Sharing of Data and Access to City Buildings Policy o Based on City Council direction at the March 9th and May 11th Work Sessions, staff will be preparing a policy that will be brought forward to a future work session for consideration. Budget Impact N/A Attachment Attachment A: Draft City Code Amendment Section 397 City of Arden Hills Draft Ordinance Amendment Section 397 – City-owned parking lots 397.001 Permit required. No event or activity is allowed in a parking lot owned by the city that will impede the normal course of public activity in the parking lot without an approved permit. The application for the permit shall be submitted at least fourteen (14) days prior to the event or activity on a form provided by the City. No permit fee shall be required. The permit is subject to review and administrative approval by the City Administrator or designee. The permit may be denied or revoked if it conflicts with or significantly impedes the normal course of activity and public purpose of the public parking lot. 397.002 Enforcement. The city administrator or designee shall enforce this section. In addition to any other remedy available at equity or at law, failure to comply with this section may result in restrictions or penalties as provided in chapter 1 of this code. Page 1 of 2 AGENDA ITEM – 3H MEMORANDUM DATE: July 13, 2026 TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers FROM: Jessica Jagoe, City Administrator SUBJECT: Agenda Planning Budgeted Amount: Actual Amount: Funding Source: N/A N/A N/A Council Should Consider Council should discuss its next Work Session agenda. Background Per Council’s adopted policy on agenda setting, please find the proposed agenda below for the upcoming meeting. July 27th Work Session • Great River Greening • 2027 CIP and Operating Budget Discussion • Immigration Discussion • Agenda Planning (time sensitive) • RCC/TCAAP Discussion August 10th Work Session • 2027 CIP and Operating Budget Discussion • Zoning Code Updates • Immigration Discussion • Agenda Planning (time sensitive) • RCC/TCAAP Discussion Attachment A is the list of topics that have yet to be discussed by Council and the ranking of priority topics. Staff will begin to work on the higher priority items into upcoming Work Sessions sooner while putting the lower priority items to later discussions. Please note, this does Page 2 of 2 not reflect all items at Work Sessions as Staff will have necessary items for discussion, such as, budget discussions, concept plan reviews, or Public Works projects that need timely direction. Council may want to discuss whether any items need to be added to this list for future discussion or assign a future meeting for some of these items. This would need to be done by a majority consensus of Council. Below is a running list of things Staff brings forward to Work Session annually, in recent years, we have shifted away from bringing some items forward unless needed, such as, the Pavement Management Update from Public Works. Note, these timelines may shift year to year. Most items discussed at Work Sessions are one-off items that may require multiple meetings but are usually not recurring. • January o Legislative priorities • February o None • March o Initial guidance on current year Public Works projects • April o None • May o None • June o None • July o Capital improvement planning • August o Operating budgets • September o Operating budget and levy discussion o Committee/Commission Work Plans • October o None • November o City-wide budget and fee schedule o Follow up on next year’s Public Works projects • December o Committee and commission appointments Budget Impact N/A Attachment Attachment A: Council Priorities Attachment B: Agenda Setting Policy Topic for Consideration Likely Responsible Department Total Average Majority Next Steps Short-term Rental Ordinance CD/Admin 15 3.00 Council WS Rental Licensing Program CD/Admin 15 3.00 Council WS Funding for Lake Johanna Boulevard Trail PW/Fin 9 1.80 Council WS Climate Action Plan Admin 9 1.80 Council WS Code of Conduct Admin 8 1.60 Council WS Encroachment Discussion (2025)/Adopt A Spot PW 8 1.60 Staff Recommendation Cannabis Discussion CD/Admin 8 1.60 Council WS Energy Audit Admin 7 1.40 Staff Recommendation Temporary Goats/Buckthorn Admin 7 1.40 Staff Recommendation Buy Nothing Day/Clean Up Day Admin 6 1.20 Staff Recommendation Community Survey Admin 6 1.20 Council WS Committee/Commission Liaison Role Policy Admin 5 1.00 Council WS EV Fleet Analysis PW 5 1.00 Staff Recommendation Added Items: Data Center Moratorium Lake Johanna Cold Plunge Sponsorship Policy E-Bike Regulations On-Street Parking/MVHS Tree Removal Enforcement CITY OF ARDEN HILLS Agenda Setting Policy The purpose of this policy is to establish a method for agenda setting that allows for Council to review and have control over its agendas and decide as a Council how it wants items for consideration to be brought forward. For regular worksession agendas: • Prior to concluding each regularly scheduled worksession, the City Council shall review its next regularly scheduled worksession agenda and direct Staff on any changes. • Should an individual Councilmember want to raise an item for discussion at the next meeting or in the future, they would do so during this review period. The item would need at least one other Councilmember to agree to having the item considered for future discussion, and then Council, by majority, would direct to have it placed on a future agenda or not. • Staff will have flexibility to add or remove items to the worksession as needed to maintain operational efficacy. For regular City Council meeting agendas: • Agendas will be largely Staff driven based on approvals needed for normal operations. • Items coming from the City Council shall first be discussed at a worksession and can direct Staff at said worksession to bring items forward for formal approval if needed. • In rare instances, if a Councilmember brings forward an item that needs approval prior to going to a worksession, they may request the City Administrator add the item to the agenda. The City Administrator shall have the discretion to determine if the issue should be added or not, but Councilmembers will make every effort to having the item first discussed at a worksession. Special meetings and emergency meetings: • Special meetings and emergency meetings may still be called at the discretion of the Mayor or any two Councilmembers, and the members calling the meeting shall set the agenda.