Agenda - Council Work Session - 10/29/2013

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However, as stated in Section 2 above, any standard developed to correct current issues with Ramsey's existing ordinance should not create the outcome of creating a negative effect to another community. If the current rulemaking process is determined not to be the appropriate mechanism to address this topic, Ramsey would be willing to work with the DNR to correct our concerns with legislation specific to Ramsey. Additional Recommendations The following is a short list of thoughts and ideas following the October 24, 2013 Local Officials Meeting at the League of Minnesota Cities/Metro Cities: Lawful, Non -Conforming Structures — Additional Land Use District Modification The City supports additional protections provided to lawful, non -conforming structures by the development of appropriate standards to limit such non -conformities as well as the ability to ensure expansion of lawful, non -conforming structures. This includes lateral expansions and expansions away from the encroaching standard (backward expansion). To limit the creation of lawful, non -conforming structures, the City recommends the creation of sub - districts to address existing development patterns. For example, Ramsey would recommend that the Bowers Drive neighborhood be classified as CA-3b instead of CA-3. The standards for that sub -district would be unique to this geographic area, but would match the existing development pattern. Appropriate Standards The City believes any standard should focus on the ecological and safety benefits. Standards should be focused more on bluff, steep slopes, and water line setbacks. Height Limitations The City supports the use of underlying zoning for height limitations and definition. Conclusion Ramsey is now entering the stage of reviewing specific draft standards proposed by the DNR. Ramsey will utilize the feedback provided by our stakeholders to complete our analysis and touch base with this group again to review said standards. We appreciate the DNR's patience as Ramsey reviews the rulemaking process and standards. DRAFT Statement of Policy — Mississippi River Corridor Critical Area (10/29/13)