89.30. - Requirements and standards.
In addition to all other applicable requirements of this Code, the building code, and state statutes and rules, the requirements herein shall apply to certain construction projects for dwellings from one (1) to four (4) dwelling units. Construction activities for other buildings that the city determines may have negative impacts to surrounding areas shall also be subject to those requirements herein that the city determines are necessary.
(1) Contact information. Prior to any work being done on the permit site, a sign must be posted identifying the nature of the construction activity, the permit holder, a contact name and phone number, the site address, and a contact phone number at the city to report problems. The sign shall be twenty-four (24) inches by thirty-six (36) inches in size with readable lettering as viewed from the street. All information must remain current, and the sign must be posted without obstruction in the front yard until completion of the work.
(2) Neighbor notification. At least fifteen (15) calendar days before any construction begins on the permit site, the permit holder shall provide mailed notice to all property owners within three hundred fifty (350) feet of the permit site inviting them to a neighborhood informational meeting. The meeting shall be held at least five (5) days before any construction commences and shall be held within three (3) miles of the permit site. Topics discussed must include the construction plans, hours of operation, work schedule, estimated completion date, erosion and sediment control, dumpster location, noise mitigation, dust control, portable bathroom location, debris removal schedule, and site placement for building materials and equipment. The permit holder shall maintain a copy of the written meeting notice, the agenda, and a confirmed attendance list, which shall be available for review by the city.
(3) Work site and surrounding property maintenance. The site must be maintained in a neat and orderly condition. Prior to leaving the construction site at the end of each day, the Contractor must remove empty cans, paper, plastic and other material that is not needed for construction from the site or deposit them in a dumpster. The contractor must keep streets, sidewalks, boulevard areas and adjacent properties clean from waste, materials or refuse resulting from operations on the site. Inoperable equipment and equipment not being used on the site must be removed within twenty-four (24) hours after it becomes inoperable or is no longer in use. Where work on any project lies within areas of pedestrian traffic or vehicular traffic, the project area must be cleaned and swept and all materials related to the project must be stockpiled in appropriate areas. Debris must be contained on the project site. No material may be deposited or stockpiled on the public streets, boulevards, sidewalks or adjacent property.
(4) Dumpster placement, maintenance, and street use. Dumpsters shall be located entirely on the permit site and not on public property. Minnesota state law requires a five (5) foot parking setback from driveways and a thirty (30) foot setback from intersections. Dumpsters must be covered during all non-work hours, and the area around the dumpster shall be kept neat and orderly. If placement requires street use, permits will be issued in thirty (30) day increments only and may be renewed up to a total of one hundred twenty (120) days. Street use permits may be obtained on-line. A copy of the permit must be placed with the building permit on-site, and a readable copy of the permit must be attached to the dumpster with active dates visible.
(5) Portable restroom placement. Portable toilets shall be located to the rear of the project site and not within fifteen (15) feet of an adjacent property. No portable toilets shall be placed on a public street, sidewalk, or boulevard area without obtaining the proper permit from the city. The permit holder is responsible for the security and maintenance of the portable toilet.
(6) Dust control. Dust control is the responsibility of the permit holder. The permit holder must address dust problems immediately upon receiving notice from the city. When feasible, the Contractor shall keep all debris thoroughly dampened with water to minimize dust and particles from flying around the neighborhood. Alternative dust control measures may be required during below-freezing temperatures.
(7) Drive entrance. A drive entrance pad or its equivalent shall consist of an all-weather, large aggregate material capable of minimizing the tracking of dirt from the permit site. The location of the construction drive entrance shall be approved by the city and noted in the on-site construction plans.
(8) Tree protection. The city may order the installation of protective fencing around boulevard trees and trees that will not be removed during construction. The city may also require the submission of a tree preservation plan.
(9) Damage to public property. The permit holder must repair any damage to public property, streets, and sidewalks. Upon request, the permit holder shall furnish photographs of the existing condition of the property, curbs, sidewalks, streets, boulevard, and trees adjacent to the permit site prior to commencing any work. If damage occurs to the foregoing, it must be repaired within three (3) working days after the damage occurs, unless the permit holder has received written permission from the city to delay repairs to a later specified date. The city may require the submission of a soils investigation report and/or shoring plan.
(10) Protection of adjoining property. Adjoining property shall be protected from damage during any construction work on the permit site. Excavations for any purpose shall not remove lateral support from any footing or foundation without first protecting the footing or foundation against settlement or lateral translation. The city may require the submission of a soils investigation report and/or shoring plan.
(11) Surface drainage, erosion and sediment control. The contractor shall protect all storm drain inlets with sediment capture devices prior to soil disruption during the project when soil disturbing activities may result in sediment-laden storm water runoff entering the inlet. The contractor shall provide effective storm drain inlet protection during the duration of the project until all surfaces with the potential for discharging sediment to an inlet have been stabilized.
(12) Survey requirement. Prior to any construction activity, an as-built survey and topographic survey must be submitted as part of the site plan review and is required to note the front and side yard setbacks on directly contiguous properties on the sides of the home. For properties on corner lots, contiguous properties must be included in the survey. As-built surveys are required to be submitted during construction as follows:
a. An as-built survey indicating the floor level of the existing home at the main entry must be submitted with an application for a demolition permit.
b. An as-built survey indicating the top of foundation and structure setbacks must be submitted prior to foundation inspection.
c. An as-built survey indicating actual site conditions, including all structures and contours must be submitted prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
(13) Written notification of excavation or wrecking. Adjoining public and private property shall be protected from damage during excavation and demolition activities. Protection must be provided for all parts of adjoining structures and landscaping. Provisions shall be made to control water runoff and erosion during excavation or demolition activities. The person making or causing an excavation or demolition to be made shall provide written notice to the owners of property adjacent to the permit site advising them that the excavation or demolition is to be made and that the adjoining property should be protected. Said notification shall be delivered not less than ten (10) days prior to the scheduled starting date of the excavation or demolition. (Ord. No. 2019-034, § 1, 8-23-19)
