The City Council of Apple Valley has approved Ordinance No. 1152, making significant changes to the existing zoning regulations within the Planned Development Designation No. 507-Zone 2. The new ordinance, passed on September 25, greenlights increased density and building height in the area, a move that marks a shift towards accommodating more residential units.
According to the official summary of the ordinance, amendments include changing the minimum square footage of land per unit to 916 sq. ft., an increase in the maximum number of stories from previous limits to 5, and a new maximum building height set at 60 feet. The ordinance also allows for up to 48 units per acre, and developers can now opt for flat roofing on multiple-residential buildings in Zone 2.
Further adjustments to the zoning code under this ordinance involve modifications to setbacks and building coverage. Builders are now permitted a setback of 25 feet along neighborhood collector streets and can cover up to 30% of a property with structures. These modifications reflect the city's adaptive approach to evolving housing demands, aiming to create more living spaces within urban limits without compromising on the city's overall design standards.
Residents seeking to review the ordinance in detail can visit the City Clerk's Office at the Apple Valley Municipal Center during regular office hours. The office, located at 7100 147th Street W., Apple Valley, Minnesota, holds printed copies of the ordinance available for public inspection. For those interested in the precise legal framework introduced by Ordinance No. 1152, the document provides a clear blueprint of Apple Valley's development trajectory.
