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1f. City Code Amendments to Chapter 20, Zoning - Bluff Protection & Signs CITY OF CHANHASSEN 7700 Market Boulevard PO Box 147 Chanhassen, MN 55317 Administration Phone: 952.227.1100 Fax: 952.227.1110 Building Inspections Phone: 952.227.1180 Fax: 952.227.1190 Engineering Phone: 952.227.1160 Fax: 952.227.1170 Finance Phone: 952.227.1140 Fax: 952.227.1110 Park & Recreation Phone: 952.227.1120 Fax: 952.227.1110 Recreation Center 2310 Coulter Boulevard Phone: 952.227.1400 Fax: 952.227.1404 Planning & Natural Resources Phone: 952.227.1130 Fax: 952.227.1110 Public Works 1591 Park Road Phone: 952.227.1300 Fax: 952.227.1310 Senior Center Phone: 952.227.1125 Fax: 952.227.1110 Web Site www.ci.chanhassen.mn.us ill ~~~ MEMORANDUM TO: Todd Gerhard, City Manager FROM: Sharmeen AI-Jaff, Senior Planner Angie Kairies, PlannerftktI n. October 12, 2009 . DATE: SUBJ: City Code Amendment Chapter 20, Zoning, Bluff Protection Chapter 20, Zoning, Signs PROPOSED MOTION: "The Chanhassen City Council approves the adoption of the ordinance amendments to Chapter 20 of the Chanhassen City Code pertaining to Bluff Protection and Signage as outlined in the staff report." EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Bluff Ordinance The purpose of the amendments to the Bluff Ordinance is to: . Clarify the intent of how to protect the slopes and prevent erosion. . Permitting limited clearing of trees to accommodate stairways and paths. Alterations to create views will be limited to pruning and trimming of trees and shrubs in order to retain bluff stability. . Setting standards for topographic alterations. Sign Ordinance The purpose of the amendments to the Sign Ordinance is to: . Clarify that all logos are exempt from the individual dimension letter requirement. . Increase the number of temporary signs for businesses from three to four signs per calendar year. . Clarify the permitted location of detached and attached temporary signs. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION On October 6, 2009, the Planning Commission reviewed and voted unanimously to recommend approval of the ordinance amendments. The Planning Commission minutes are Item 1a of the City Council packet. Chanhassen is a Community for Life. Providing for Today and Planning for Tomorrow Todd Gerhardt, City Manager October 12, 2009 Page 2 of 2 RECOMMENDA TION "The Chanhassen City Council approves the adoption of the ordinance amendments to Chapter 20 of the Chanhassen City Code pertaining to Bluff Protection and Signage." ATTACHEMENTS 1. Bluff Protection staff report dated October 6,2009, and ordinance amendment. 2. Sign Ordinance staff report dated October 6, 2009, and ordinance amendment. g:\plan\city code\2009 code amendments\bluff ordinance\bluff and sign ordinances cover memo cc.doc CITY OF CHANHASSEN 7700 Market Boulevard PO Box 147 Chanhassen, MN 55317 Administration Phone: 952.227.1100 Fax: 952,227.111 0 Building Inspections Phone: 952.227.1180 Fax: 952.227,1190 Engineering Phone: 952.227.1160 Fax: 952.227,1170 Finance Phone: 952,227.1140 Fax: 952.227.1110 Park & Recreation Phone: 952.227.1120 Fax: 952.227,1110 Recreation Center 2310 Coulter Boulevard Phone: 952.227.1400 Fax: 952.227,1404 Planning & Natural Resources Phone: 952.227.1130 Fax: 952,227.1110 Public Works 1591 Park Road Phone: 952.227.1300 Fax: 952,227.1310 Senior Center Phone: 952.227.1125 Fax: 952.227.1110 Web Site www.ci.chanhassen.mn.us MEMORANDUM TO: Planning Commission FROM: Sharmeen AI-Jaff, Senior Planner DATE: October 6,2009 SUBJ: City Code Amendment Chapter 20, Zoning, Bluff Protection PROPOSED MOTION: "The Chanhassen Planning CO:mm1ssion recommends that City Council adopts the proposed amendments to Chapter 20 of the Chanhassen City Code pertaining to Bluff Protection as outlined in the staff report." BACKGROUND ~ On September 15, 2009, staff presented an issue paper to the Planning Commission regarding the Bluff Ordinance. This same issue paper was then forwarded to the City Council on September 28,2009. The ordinance was initially adopted by the City on October 14, 1991. The intent of the Bluff Protection Ordinance was to regulate activities that may cause erosion. The area that is most critical in protecting a bluff is immediately adjacent to the top of the bluff and is part of the "Bluff Impact Zone". This area measures 20 feet in width and acts as a buffer between erosion-causing activities and the bluff. It must always be protected. When vegetation is removed, protection of the bluff is compromised. This results in a significant increase in the likelihood that severe erosion will occur. The impacts of such alterations include: · Erosion of developable land . Increased impairment to area surface waters . Elimination of native species and replacement by invasive species such as buckthorn . City-borne costs of stabilization of slopes . Compromise of structures in the immediate vicinity Bluff Impact Zone Means the bluff and the land located within 20 feet from the top of the bluff. Bluff Impact Zone 20 ft. Bluff (Slope-30% or Grellter) Chanhassen is a Community for Life - Providing for Today and Planning for Tomorrow ~ r~ '-' o <t:: 'r. N ~ "';"1::. '" ::c: Planning Commission October 6, 2009 Page 2 of 4 There are sections within the ordinance that contradict the intent. They allow grading within the bluff impact zone if an earthwork permit is obtained. Staff is recommending these sections be amended to provide consistency within the ordinance and to protect the integrity of the bluffs. ANALYSIS The intent of the bluff protection ordinance is to limit alteration of the bluff impact zone to prevent erosion of the bluff. This is a separate ordinance from the Bluff Creek Overlay district which is more restrictive in preserving the natural state. The bluff ordinance is embedded into the Bluff Creek Overlay Ordinance. Since the adoption of the bluff ordinance, staff has reviewed subdivisions containing bluffs. For example, the Settlers West Subdivision, which is highly visible and is located on one of the steepest slopes within the City of Chanhassen, required a 30-foot setback from the top of the bluff and protection of the 20 feet immediately adjacent to the top of the bluff. The purpose of this amendment is to clarify the intent of how to protect the slopes and prevent erOSIOn. Sec. 20-1400. Statement of intent, contains an error. The intent of the ordinance is to preserve the bluff by protecting the bluff impact zone which includes the bluff and the 20-foot strip immediately adjacent to the bluff. Staff is recommending the ordinance be amended to read as follows: Sec. 20-1400. Statement of intent. Development, excavation, clearcutting and other activities within the bluff impact zone may result in increased dangers of erosion, increased visibility to surrounding properties and thereby endanger the natural character of the land and jeopardize the health, safety, and welfare of the citizens of the city. To preserve the character of the bluff impact zone within the city, alteration to land or vegetation within the bluff!!!mact zone ~ will not be permitted except as regulated by this ordinance and by the regulations of the underlying zoning district where the property is located. _J Planning Commission October 6, 2009 Page 3 of 4 Sec. 20-1402. Regulates and sets standards for the construction of stairways, paths, landings and lifts. It prohibits major topographic alterations and requires an earthwork permit prior to commencement of work. Sec. 20-1403 addresses the removal and alteration of vegetation within a bluff impact zone. Such activity is prohibited except for limited clearing of trees and shrubs and cutting, pruning and trimming of trees to provide a view from the principal dwelling site and to accommodate the placement of stairways and landings and access paths. Staff recommends permitting limited clearing of trees to accommodate stairways and paths. Alterations to create views will be limited to pruning and trimming of trees and shrubs in order to retain bluff stability. Trees and shrubs slow run-off, provide protection from raindrops which carry soil downhill, and stabilize the bluff with their root structure. The amended ordinance reads as follows: Sec. 20-1403. Removal or alteration of vegetation. Removal o~ alteration ofveg~t~t!'?!1: wi!~in a,bJuff impact zone is prohibited except for lilllited, ~~arffig.of:treeg a.ndsbt1:l~s:~,~ttiag, pruning and trimming of trees and shrubs to provide a view from the principal dwelling site. and to To accommodate the placetn,eIl! of stai~ays and}llIldiugsalld, ac.(;es~ pa!hs, ~tedclearing .oftrees and shrubs: . . -be permitte&wltltprior ci '. Pf()Val'pro:vided it complies with,Sec. 20- 1402~:; .atlonsthat reducetlie r~te': . . 'or minimize erosion may be exempt froln'!\t " .eeremoval or,~ltetaA()Il;,'~ ,', e ~teuireinent. Property located withilt1:e1~horeland M~~ag~nn~ntJjisftict .,,, j)ly'withsection~0~482. Removal or alteration of vegetation must receive prior approval of the community development director or designee. An on-site review will be made to determine if the removal or alteration of vegetation will require new ground cover. In no case shall clearcutting be permitted. City staff will work with the property owner to develop a means of creating a view while minimizing disturbance to the bluff impact zone. Sec. 20-1404 requires an earthwork permit for the movement of more than 10 cubic yards. The intent of the ordinance is to limit the activity to the construction of paths, stairways and landings. This section is inconsistent with the intent of the bluff protection ordinance as it does not specify the limitation of the type of alteration that may be permitted. Staff recommends this section of the ordinance be amended to read as follows: Sec. 20-1404. Topographic alterations/grading and filling. ~ earthwork permit will be required for the mov~~~~!,g~j~~~f~()t~*~~;i~Wi~~~i~.yi=g~~ ~ material within bluff impact zones. The permit .J!~mll~ be granted 91!,JYi if the proposed alteration does not adversely affect the bluff impact zone or other property. fiiv .'!~fi!iJlll~mpI!~~'wlijJ,'$~~~tgq!j,~9~\3Jt~ '~~~l(~~~~~ii~~~J:,y'i~~ ~>!:Ji~~jJl~t~t~i~~;iji-!IlJ~ Planning Commission October 6, 2009 Page 4 of 4 Topographic alterations/grading and filling\Vit!Iill the bluff impact~one shall not be E~rn:li~~~t~increa~e ther~te of drainageIl1l4;n9i~()1l<:~llt..~tedt1C);\V:,c()Dditi()Ds shall, i~~,.I!1'fi9~!healteratio~~ The drainage from property within the bluff impact zone may not be redirected without a permit from the city. Fill or excavated material shall not be placed in bluff impact zones. RECOMMENDATION "The Chanhassen Planning Commission recomnlends that City Council adopts the proposed amendments to Chapter 20 of the Chanhassen City Code as outlined in the staff report." ATTACHMENTS 1. Ordinance Amendment pertaining to Bluff Protection. 2. Existing Bluff Protection Ordinance. g:\plan\city code\2009 code amendments\bluff ordinance\bluff ordinance cover memo pc.doc CITY OF CHANHASSEN CARVER AND HENNEPIN COUNTIES, MINNESOTA ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 20 CHANHASSEN CITY CODE, ZONING THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHANHASSEN, MINNESOTA ORDAINS: Section 1. Section 20-1400 of the City Code, City of Chanhassen, Minnesota, is hereby amended to read as follows: Sec. 20-1400. Statement of intent. Development, excavation, c1earcutting and other activities within the bluff impact zone may result in increased dangers of erosion, increased visibility to surrounding properties and thereby endanger the natural character of the land and jeopardize the health, safety, and welfare of the citizens of the city. To preserve the character of the bluff impact zone within the city, alteration to land or vegetation within the bluff ilnpact.z9#eQt;ea will not be permitted except as regulated by this ordinance and by the regulations of the underlying zoning district where the property is located. Section 2. Section 20-1403 of the City Code, City of Chanhassen, Minnesota, is hereby amended to read as follows: Sec. 20-1403. Removal or alteration of vegetation. Removal.~~~lter~!io.~?~~~9~t~~i.?~.'Yit~~~,a?:luff impact zone is prohibited except for li~i!~d, '~l.~~()ftt~~~;~~'~i~";~~:~~iti~, pruning andtril111l1illg of trees llD.~ ~I.J.~M~~ to provide a view from the principal dwelling sit~.~~~>'I'~ a~c?II1l1l()d,atethe p.~acement of stairwa s and landings and access aths,~{' "ted;cl .... 0 <g~qf':tr~~s(llJJ.~ .. '.f!?i~~ii'i",:i~~~!~iT .; "p'ly:witI1'seC'ti'on,ZO;;482~ ",,~' ...._,_~ ."'.C:....n:........_ <.:.,~-_,; .,.,,:..~.,...;, _;;"'_:" ".s.,"_""':_: ;,_-' _" .c.:.:-'...c:.,,_,....;.,..;<. Removal or alteration of vegetation must receive prior approval ofthe community development director or designee. An on-site review will be made to determine if the removal or alteration of vegetation will require new ground cover. In no case shall c1earcutting be permitted. City staff will work with the property owner to develop a means of creating a view while minimizing disturbance to the bluff impact zone. Section 3. Section 20-1404 of the City Code, City of Chanhassen, Minnesota, is hereby amended to read as follows: Sec. 20-1404. Topographic alterations/grading and filling. 1 An earthwork permit will be required for the movement ofanym.prettat tea oobieyar4s ~ material within bluff impact zones. The permit f1httl1JDay be granted only if the prog()se~ alterationd()esllota~verselY~(lffe(;t t~ebluff impact zOlle or other property. -p~t~t~ D1ay .be~taIlte~.i(t~e.;propo,s~~~alte.ration complies..with. Sec..20;140tan<t the:foll9wing coilditi9nsare.Il{)tpresen!~ .i\.!lloderate.t()seyere..er~si()n.htlz~r~c~l~~sification'.. asd~rmed.and..mapped'.bytlle J~atu~~l Re.sotlr~.~S~~l1se~ation~~~~~ ... .... .. ...... ..Ex!~thtggullies.aJl()J(wesc~rPw.~Il~.;~r,epr,~sent on the subject property orin an ~rea .which the subJectproperty is;trib.utary to. Topographic alterations/grading and filling within the bluff impact zone shall not be p. .ermitted to increase the. r. a. te of drainage .a.n.....dnoc()ncentrated.t1o.w.....conditions Shall.' . ....._ .'."",,',',' ...... __.__' ...0_.... n_. ....'. _' d. __ .....0___.>.. r~st.J.f {tOlD the alt~l"~ti();n. The drainage from property within the bluff impact zone may not be redirected without a permit from the city. Fill or excavated material shall not be placed in bluff impact zones. Section 4. This ordinance shall be effective immediately upon its passage and publication. PASSED AND ADOPTED this _ day of , 2009, by the City Council of the City of Chanhassen, Minnesota. Todd Gerhardt, City Manager Thomas A. Furlong, Mayor (Published in the Chanhassen Villager on ) g:\plan\city code\2009 code amendments\bluff ordinance\ordinance.doc 2 ARTICLE XXVIII. BLUFF PROTECTION Bluff impact zone means a bluff and land located within 20 feet from the top of a bluff. (20) Bluff means a natural topographic feature such as a hill, cliff, or embankment having the following characteristics: (1) The slope rises at least 25 feet above the toe of the bluff; and (2) The grade of the slope from the toe of the bluff to a point 25 feet or more above the toe of the bluff averages 30 percent or greater; and (3) An area with an average slope of less than 18 percent over a distance for 50 feet or more shall not be considered part of the bluff. (20) Bluft side of means a point at which both conditions for a "bluff" no longer exist. The side of the bluff is delineated by a line connecting the top and toe of a bluff at a location in which the slope of the bluff is less than 30 percent or the change in elevation becomes smaller than 25 feet. (20) Bluft toe of means the point on a bluff where there is, as visually observed, a clearly identifiable break in the slope, from flatter to steeper slope above. If no break in the slope is apparent, the toe of the bluff shall be determined to be the lower end of a 50-foot segment, measured on the ground, with an average slope exceeding 18 percent. (20) Bluft top of means the point on a bluff where there is, as visually observed, a clearly identifiable break in the slope, from steeper to gentler slope above. If no break in the slope is apparent, the top of the bluff shall be determined to be the upper end of a 50-foot segment, measured on the ground, with an average slope exceeding 18 percent. (20) Sec. 20-1400. Statement of intent. Development, excavation, c1earcutting and other activities within the bluff impact zone may result in increased dangers of erosion, increased visibility to surrounding properties and thereby endanger the natural character of the land and jeopardize the health, safety, and welfare of the citizens of the city. To preserve the character of the bluff impact zone within the city, alteration to land or vegetation within the bluff area will not be permitted except as regulated by this ordinance and by the regulations of the underlying zoning district where the property is located. (Ord. No. 152, 9 2,10-14-91; Ord. No. 249, 9 2, 4-8-96) Sec. 20-1401. Structure setbacks. (a) Structures, including, but not limited to, principal buildings, decks, and accessory buildings, except stairways and landings, are prohibited on the bluff and must be set back from the top of the bluff, the toe of the bluff, and the side of a bluff at least 30 feet. (b) On parcels of land on which a building has already been constructed on June 1, 1991, the setback from the top of the bluff is five feet or existing setback, whichever is more, for additions to an existing building. Any new buildings will have to meet the 3D-foot setback. (Ord. No. 152, ~ 2,10-14-91; Ord. No. 249, ~ 3, 4-8-96) Sec. 20-1402. Stairways, lifts and landings. Stairways, paths and lifts may be permitted in suitable sites where construction will not redirect water flow direction and/or increase drainage velocity. Major topographic alterations are prohibited. Stairways, paths and lifts must receive an earthwork permit and must meet the following design requirements: (1) Stairways, paths and lifts may not exceed four feet in width on residential lots. Wider stairways may be used for commercial properties, public open space recreational properties, and planned unit developments. (2) Reserved. (3) Canopies or roofs are not allowed on stairways, lifts, or landings. (4) Stairways, paths, lifts and landings may be either constructed above the ground on posts or placed into the ground, provided they are designed and built in a manner that ensures control of soil erosion. (5) Stairways, paths, lifts and landings must be located in the most visually inconspicuous portions of lots. (6) Facilities such as ramps, lifts, or mobility paths for physically handicapped persons are also allowed, provided that the dimensional and performance standards complied with of subsections (1) to (5). (Ord. No. 152, 9 2,10-14-91; Ord. No. 218, ~ 1, 8-22-94; Ord. No. 377, S 148, 5-24-04) Sec. 20-1403. Removal or alteration of vegetation. Removal or alteration of vegetation within a bluff impact zone is prohibited except for limited clearing of trees and shrubs and cutting, pruning and trimming of trees to provide a view from the principal dwelling site and to accommodate the placement of stairways and landings and access paths. Removal or alteration of vegetation must receive prior approval of the community development director or designee. An on-site review will be made to determine if the removal or alteration of vegetation will require new ground cover. In no case shall clearcutting be permitted. City staff will work with the property owner to develop a means of creating a view while minimizing disturbance to the bluff impact zone. (Ord. No. 152, ~ 2,10-14-91; Ord. No. 377, ~ 149, 5-24-04) Sec. 20-1404. Topographic alterations/grading and filling. An earthwork permit will be required for the movement of more that ten cubic yards of material within bluff impact zones. The permit shall be granted if the proposed alteration does not adversely affect the bluff impact zone or other property. Topographic alterations/grading and filling within the bluff impact zone shall not be permitted to increase the rate of drainage. The drainage from property within the bluff impact zone may not be redirected without a permit from the city. Fill or excavated material shall not be placed in bluff impact zones. (Ord. No. 152, 9 2, 10-14-91) Sec. 20-1405. Roads, driveways and parking areas. Roads, driveways, and parking areas must meet structure setbacks and must not be placed within bluff impact zones when other reasonable and feasible placement alternatives exists. If no alternatives exist, they may be placed within these areas, and must be designed to not cause adverse impacts. (Ord. No. 152, 9 2, 10-14-91) CITY OF CHANHASSEN 7700 Market Boulevard PO Box 147 Chanhassen, MN 55317 Administration Phone: 952.227.1100 Fax: 952,227,1110 Building Inspections Phone: 952.227.1180 Fax: 952.227,1190 Engineering Phone: 952.227.1160 Fax: 952.227,1170 Finance Phone: 952,227.1140 Fax: 952.227.1110 Park & Recreation Phone: 952,227,1120 Fax: 952.227.1110 Recreation Center 2310 Coulter Boulevard Phone: 952,227.1400 Fax: 952.227.1404 Planning & Natural Resources Phone: 952,227.1130 Fax: 952.227.1110 Public Works 1591 Park Road Phone: 952.227,1300 Fax: 952.227.1310 Senior Center Phone: 952.227,1125 Fax: 952.227.1110 Web Site www.ci.chanhassen.mn.us ~ MEMORANDUM TO: Planning Commission FROM: Angie Kairies, Planner I DATE: October 6, 2009 SUBJ: City Code Amendment Chapter 20, Zoning, Signs PROPOSED MOTION: "The Chanhassen Planning Commission recommends that City Council adopts the proposed amendments to Chapter 20 of the Chanhassen City Code pertaining to signs as outlined in the staff report." BACKGROUND On September 15, 2009, staff presented the Planning Commission with issues and concerns relating to clarification of logos on wall signs and temporary signs. On September 28,2009 Staff presented the issues. and Planning Commission's feedback to the City Council. The Council did not present any changes to the proposed amendments at such time. Staff has prepared a strike-through (delete) and bold (add) format to review the proposed changes. ANA YLSIS SIGNAGE In April 2008, the City's sign ordinance was updated to permit logos up to 30% of the sign display area, and provide an exemption to the individual dimension letter requirement for a portion of a sign. When the amended sign ordinance was put into practice, it came to staff's attention that the language regarding the dimension letter exemption . for logos should be clarified for easier interpretation. Additionally, due to the current economic downturn, businesses are requesting more temporary signs to advertise their goods and services. Staff is in support of one additional sign per calendar year. Staff is also proposing language to clarify the permitted location of detached and attached temporary signs. Chanhassen is a Community for Life - Providing for Today and Planning for Tomorrow Planning Commission October 6,2009 Page 2 Permanent Signs Registered trademarks are also part of this exemption; however, this can be mistaken for the company logo. Therefore, staff is proposing to eliminate Registered Trademarks. Logos are addressed separately. _-_J_ . -1Ql 1. ISSUE: The current sign ordinance provides an exemption to the individual dimension letter requirement for company logos and display messages, if it occupies 20% of the sign display area or less and the letters are not more than 6 inches in height. 2. ISSUE: The intent of the amended ordinance is to exempt all logos from the dimension letter requirement; it is clear for Pylon and Monument signs, but not as clear for wall signs. Staff is proposing to add language to clarify the intent of the ordinance. PROPOSED CHANGE: Amend Section 20-1267 as shown below 1. All permanent signs shall be designed and constructed in a uniform manner and, to the extent possible, as an integral part of the building's architecture. Multi-tenant commercial and industrial buildings shall have uniform signage. When buildings or developments are presented for site plan review, proposed signs for the development shall be presented concurrently for staff review. All planned centers and multi-tenant buildings shall submit a comprehensive sign plan for approval by the Planning Commission and City Council. a. All wall signage shall use individual dimension letters, at least one-half inch deep. - -:--1 Registered trademarks: Company symbols, display messages (less than not greater. ~had 6 inches tall), pictorial presentations, illustrations, or decorations (anything other than wording) and less than 20 percent of the total sign display area are exempt from the individual dimension letter requirement. b. Wall signs shall be backlit if a wall sign is illuminated, and be architecturally compatible with the building and other signage if in a multi-tenant building. c. Company logos shall not occupy more than 30 percent of the sign display area!.- and ~xemP.t from the individu~al dimension letter reguirementl Planning Commission October 6, 2009 Page 3 Temporary Signs 1. ISSUE: Due to economic times, businesses are requesting more temporary signs to advertise their goods and services. Currently the sign ordinance permits three temporary signs per year; staff is recommending increasing the number of temporary signs to four signs per year. Staff is also proposing language to clarify the permitted location of detached and attached temporary signs. PROPOSED CHANGE: Amend Section 20-1256 as shown below: Temporary signs are permitted as follows: 1. Banners attached to the principal structure shall not exceed 140 square feet. 2. Detached banners shall not exceed 32 square feet and 6 feet in height. 3. Portable signs shall not exceed 32 square feet and 6 feet in height. 4. All temporary signage shall meet the following standards: a. A 30-day display period to coincide with the grand opening of a business or a new development (business park or shopping center which shall be in addition to Sec 20- 1256 (4) (b)). b. ~~c':lsiness may display an attached or detached banner or portable sign on up to tl1re~ fpg~ occasions per calendar year with a maximum ten-day display period for each occaSIOn. c. Messages must relate to on-premises products or services, or any noncommercial message. d. ~laiJ!~!!~,~anners, r~fJ~ull~'IIII~~~;~~~,f[~!f!~;i~i:;,~!~~ must be located on the property which is owned or leased by the business which the sign is advertising. Non-profit and governmental event banners are excluded from this provision. e. Portable signs and detached banners shall not be located in the public right-of-way. f. Portable signs and detached banners are limited to the driveway entrance area. g. No more than one portable sign or detached banner shall be permitted per entrance at any given time. RECOMMENDATION "The Chanhassen Plaooing Commission reeotnil'leflds that City Council adopt the proposed amendments to Chapter 20 of the Chanhassen City Code pertaining to signs as outlined in the staff report." Planning Commission October 6, 2009 Page 4 ATTACHMENTS 1. Ordinance Amendment pertaining to permanent and temporary sign standards. g:\plan\city code\2009 code amendments\signs\pc memo signs 9-15-09.doc CITY OF CHANHASSEN CARVER AND HENNEPIN COUNTIES, MINNESOTA ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 20 ZONING CHANHASSEN CITY CODE THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHANHASSEN, MINNESOTA ORDAINS: Section 1. Section 20-1256 of the City Code, City of Chanhassen, Minnesota, is hereby amended to read as follows: Temporary signs are permitted as follows: 1. Banners attached to the principal structure shall not exceed 140 square feet. 2. Detached banners shall not exceed 32 square feet and 6 feet in height. 3. Portable signs shall not exceed 32 square feet and 6 feet in height. 4. All temporary signage shall meet the following standards: a. A 30-day display period to coincide with the grand opening of a business or a new development (business park or shopping center which shall be in addition to Sec 20-1256 (4) (b)). b. A business may display an attached or detached banner or portable sign on up to three four occasions per calendar year with a maximum ten-day display period for each occaSIOn. c. Messages must relate to on-premises products or services, or any noncommercial message. d. Attached banners, detached banners and portable signs must be located on the property which is owned or leased by the business which the sign is advertising. Nonprofit and governmental event banners are excluded from this provision. e. Portable signs and detached banners shall not be located in the public right-of-way. f. Portable signs and detached banners are limited to the driveway entrance area. g. No more than one portable sign or detached banner shall be permitted per entrance at any given time. 1 Section 2. Section 20-1267 of the City Code, City of Chanhassen, Minnesota, is hereby amended to read as follows: 1. All permanent signs shall be designed and constructed in a uniform manner and, to the extent possible, as an integral part of the building's architecture. Multi-tenant commercial and industrial buildings shall have uniform signage. When buildings or developments are presented for site plan review, proposed signs for the development shall be presented concurrently for staff review. All planned centers and multi-tenant buildings shall submit a comprehensive sign plan for approval by the Planning Commission and City Council. a. All wall signage shall use individual dimension letters, at least one-half inch deep. Registered trademarks, Company symbols, display messages (less than not greater than 6 inches tall), pictorial presentations, illustrations, or decorations (anything other than wording) and less than 20 percent of the total sign display area are exempt from the individual dimension letter requirement. b. Wall signs shall be backlit if a wall sign is illuminated, and be architecturally compatible with the building and other signage if in a multi-tenant building. c. Company logos shall not occupy more than 30 percent of the sign display area.,. and are exempt from the individual dimension letter requirement. Section 3. This ordinance shall be effective immediately upon its passage and publication. PASSED AND ADOPTED this _ day of _,2009, by the City Council of the City of Chanhassen, Minnesota Todd Gerhardt, City Manager Thomas A. Furlong, Mayor (Published in the Chanhassen Villager on ) g:\plan\city code\2009 code amendments\signs\amendment ordinance ch 20 wall and temp sign.doc 2