HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution No. 421-16 - AdoptOfficialControls.ParkingFacilitiesRESOLUTION
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A STUDY TO CONSIDER THE ADOPTION OF
OFFICIAL CONTROLS REGARDING PARKING FACILITIES AND EXPANSION OF
PARKING WITHIN A R-3 AND R-4 ZONING DISTRICT
WHEREAS, there is a developing pattern within the City of Rochester whereby residential
structures located within residential neighborhoods in the R-3 or R-4 zoning district are being
demolished and the use of the property is converted to a parking lot or parking facility ; and
WHEREAS, the expansion of parking lots and parking facilities in residential
neighborhoods causes deterioration within the neighborhoods, , defeats the desire for walkable
neighborhoods, can negatively impact adjacent property values, and compromises the character
of a residential area. This activity threatens the integrity and quality of life and, if allowed to
continue without regulation, threatens the public's interests in livable neighborhoods; and
WHEREAS, the Common Council is concerned about the increasing practice of installing
parking facilities and/or expanding parking in residential neighborhoods. The Council believes
there is a need to examine this matter in greater detail to determine whether additional land use
regulations are needed; and
WHEREAS, in order to protect the public's health, welfare, and safety as well as the
integrity of the City's land use planning process, the Council seeks information from City
Departments as to available options in responding to this practice.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of
Rochester that the Council direct a study by the City Administrator's Office, the City Attorney's
Office, and the Planning Department for the purpose of considering the amendment or adoption
of official controls relating to the installation of a parking facility and/or the expansion of parking
within a R-3 or R-4 zoning district.
PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ROCHESTER, MINNESOTA, THIS DAY OF , 2016.
ATTEST:
CITY CLERK
PRESIDENT OF SAID COMMON COUNCIL
APPROVED THIS DAY OF , 2016.
MAYOR OF SAID CITY
(Seal of the City of
Rochester, Minnesota)
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