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Home My WebLink About2008-05-28 OPH CR Re Temporary Structures & Outside Storage CITY 01- OAK PARK HEIGHTS `t-v- 14168 Oak Park Boulevard No. • P.O.Box 2007 • Oak Park Heights,MN 55082-2007 • Phone:651/439-4439 • Fax:651/439-0574 May 28, 2008 Chuck &Judith Dougherty 15330 58th St.N. Oak Park Height, MN 55082 Re: Temporary Structures and Outside Storage Dear Mr. & Mrs. Dougherty: Please be reminded that the temporary structure on your property, which is in violation of Oak Park Heights City Ordinances 401.15.0 "General Yard, Lot Area and Building Regulations" and 401.15.D "Accessory Buildings, Uses and Equipment"was to be removed no later than June 1, 2008 per my letter to you of September 21, 2007. (I have again attached the earlier letter and excerpt from the City's Ordinance). As I noted in my letter September 21, 2007 letter to you,there are a variety of ways to manage exterior storage needs, including but not limited to,the possibilities of relocating items to existing enclosed storage spaces, installation of a privacy fence, storage shed construction, and/or a garage addition. I have again provided information regarding City Ordinance regulations pertaining to temporary structures and outside storage. Please know that I am available to meet with you to discuss options available to your residential site and what would be needed to successfully pursue one or more of the possibilities noted above. Please contact myself or Julie Hultman to schedule an appointment to discuss exterior storage options to your property, if you desire such an appointment. We are able to meet in the evening if need be. The City will require and verify compliance not later than August 1, 2008. rely, zz ,p c 7-.-._ A eft rii p,7‘.: Jim Butler Building Official pc: Eric Johnson, City Administrator Brian DeRosier, Deputy Police Chief Tree City U.S.A. • • CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS a f. .. 14168 Oak Park Boulevard No. • P.O.Box 2007 • Oak Park Heights,MN 55082-2007 • Phone:651/439-4439 • Fax:651/439-0574 September 21, 2007 Chuck and Judith Dougherty 15330 58th St. N. Oak Park Height, MN 55082 Re: Temporary Structures and Outside Storage Dear Mr. & Mrs. Dougherty: It has been brought to my attention that you have temporary structures on your property, which is in violation of Oak Park Heights City Ordinances 401.15.0"General Yard, Lot Area and Building Regulations" and 401.15.D "Accessory Buildings, Uses and Equipment." These structures must be removed no later than June 1, 2008. There are a variety of ways to manage exterior storage needs, including but not limited to,the possibilities of relocating items to existing enclosed storage spaces, installation of a privacy fence,storage shed construction, and/or a garage addition. For your reference and use in planning, I have enclosed information regarding City Ordinance regulations pertaining to temporary structures and outside storage. I am available to meet with you to discuss options available to your site and what would be needed to successfully pursue one or more of the possibilities noted above. Please contact me with any questions regarding this communication. If you would like to schedule an appointment to discuss exterior storage options to your property, please contact Julie to schedule an appointment for us to meet. Respectfully, 61116u- Ji Butler Building Official Enclosure pc: Eric Johnson, City Administrator Scott Richards, City Planner Julie Hultman, Planning& Code Enforcement Officer Weekly Notes Tree City U.S.A. c. Elderly (Senior Citizen) Housing. Living units classified as elderly (senior citizen) housing units shall have the following minimum floor area per unit: Efficiency Units 440 square feet One Bedroom 520 square feet 7. Single Family Dwelling -Building Requirements. Single family homes within all zoning districts shall: a. Be constructed upon a continuous perimeter foundation that meets the requirements of the State Uniform Building Code. b. Not be less than thirty (30) feet in length and not less than twenty-four (24) feet in width over that entire minimum length. Width measurements shall not take account of overhang and other projections beyond the principal walls. Dwellings shall also meet the minimum floor area requirements as set out in this Ordinance. c. Shall have a minimum roof overhang of one (1) foot. d. Have an earth covered, composition, shingled or tiled roof. e. Receive a Building Permit. The application for a building permit in addition to other information required shall indicate the height, size, design and the appearance of all elevations of the proposed building and a description of the construction materials proposed to be used. The exterior architectural design of a proposed dwelling may not be significantly different from the exterior architectural design of any structure or structures already constructed or in the course of construction in the immediate neighborhood, nor significantly different from the character of the surrounding neighborhood as to cause a significant depreciation in the property values of the neighborhood or adversely affect the public health,safety or general welfare. f. Meet the requirements of the State Uniform Building Code or the applicable Manufactured Housing Code. qvi, 5.c „ Gca Oars. ad tu.i(4t cAtz 4 8. Building Type and Construction. a. General Provisions. 1) Metal Buildings. No galvanized or unfinished steel, galvalum or unfinished aluminum buildings (walls or roofs), except those specifically intended to have a corrosive designed finish such as corten steel shall be permitted in any zoning district, except in association with farming operations or as allowed by this section. 15-18 areas. The required wall surface treatment may allow a maximum of fifty (50).percent of the metal or fiberglass wall to remain exposed if it is coordinated into the architectural design. 3) The City may grant a deferment to the requirements of Section 401.15.C.8.b. of this Ordinance when a building or building addition will be constructed in more than one phase. Any such deferment shall be processed as a conditional use permit pursuant to Section 401.03 of this Ordinance and shall be subject to the following: a) The deferment shall be until the completion of construction or five (5) years, whichever is less. b) Property owner shall provide the City with an irrevocable letter of credit for an amount one and one-half (1-1/2) the City Building Official=s estimated cost of the required exterior wall treatment. The bank and letter of credit shall be subject to the approval of the City Attorney. The letter of credit shall assure compliance with this section of this Ordinance. c. Exceptions to the provisions of Section 401.15.C.8. of this Ordinance may be granted as a conditional use permit pursuant to Section 401.03 of this Ordinance, provided that: 1) The proposed building maintains the quality and value intended by the Ordinance. 2) The proposed building is compatible and in harmony with other existing structures within the district and immediate geographic area. 3) The provisions of Section 401.03.A.8 of this Ordinance are considered and determined to be satisfied. 401.15.D. Accessory Buildings, Uses and.Equipment. 1. Connection with Principal Building. An accessory building shall be considered an integral part of the principal building if it is connected to the principal building by a covered passageway. 2. Location. No accessory buildings shall be erected or located within any required yard other than the rear yard. 3. Height/Setbacks. Accessory buildings shall not exceed twelve (12)feet in height and shall be five(5) feet or more from side lot lines, eight (8) feet from the rear lot line, and shall be six (6) feet or more from any other building or structure on the 15-20 be compatible with the principal building on the lot. "Compatible" means that the exterior appearance of the accessory building including roof pitch and style is not at variance with the principal building from an aesthetic and architectural standpoint as to cause: a. A difference to a degree to cause incongruity. b. A depreciation of neighborhood values or adjacent property values. c. A nuisance. Types of nuisance characteristics include unsightly building exterior. 12. Trash Receptacles. All buildings having exterior trash receptacles shall provide an enclosed area in conformance with the following: a. Exterior wall treatment shall be similar and/or complement the principal building. b. The enclosed trash receptacle area shall be located in the rear or side yard. c. The trash enclosure must be in accessible location for pick up hauling vehicles. d. The trash receptacles must be fully screened from view of adjacent properties and the public right-of-way. e. The design and construction of the trash enclosure shall be subject to the approval of the Zoning Administrator. 13. Conditional Use Permits. Application for a conditional use permit under this sub- section shall be regulated by Section 401.03 of this Ordinance. Such a conditional use permit may be granted provided that: a. There is a demonstrated need and potential for continued use of the structure for the purpose stated. b. In the case of residential uses, no commercial or home occupation activities are conducted on the property. c. The building has an evident re-use or function related to the principal use. d. Accessory building shall be maintained in a manner that is compatible with the adjacent residential uses and does not present a hazard to public health, safety and general welfare. 15-22