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Common Questions What are the City’s home occupation requirements?
Click here to view a summary of the ordinance as it applies to home occupations >>> Does my business require a license from the City? Click here to view information on licenses >>> What are "setbacks"?
A setback is the required distance a structure must be
from a property line. Please note that setbacks vary by structure type
and zoning district, however, listed below are setbacks for some typical
structures. Please call the Planning department at (952) 953-2575 prior
to building any structure, e.g. shed, fence, compost bins, addition,
etc., to discuss the appropriate setbacks. To
view more information on common setback requirements >>>.
The following chart lists the setbacks for the various residential districts.
Please call the Planning Department if you need further information. Setbacks
A variance is an exception granted by the City Council from the zoning requirements of a particular zoning district. Variances can be granted when performance standards, such as setbacks, cannot be met due to unusual physical site characteristics, called a "hardship". A hardship is related to the physical characteristics of the land, such as slopes or mature trees. The property owner most prove there is a hardship and the variance requested is necessary to alleviate a physical hardship caused by unusual circumstances. For example, if you wish to construct a 240 square foot shed in your back yard, you must place the shed at least five (5) feet from the side property line and at least ten (10) feet from the rear property line. Now suppose you have a steep slope in your back yard which prevents you from placing the shed 10 feet from the rear property line. The steep slope would constitute a hardship and would be justifiable grounds for applying for a variance. If you believe a hardship exists, please contact the planning department before constructing any structure. After discussing your plans with the Planning staff, you must submit an application with applicable documents and fees. A variance requires a recommendation from the Planning Commission and approval by the City Council. The applicant must attend both meetings to answer any questions. Please note, for proposals that involve consideration
of a use not specifically permitted in a zoning district, a zoning amendment
is required, not a variance. Variance
Submittal Checklist
How long does it take to obtain approval for a subdivision/rezoning/comprehensive plan amendment/conditional use permit? Submittal checklists, which contain general timelines, for typical development requests can be viewed on our Development Process page.
Click here to view information on accessory buildings >>>
Click here to view information on fences >>>
Content updated on: 03-May-2004
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