Natural Resources Inventory and the ESA Ordinance
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Natural Resources Inventory and the ESA Ordinance
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Ordinance Intent• The intent of this Ordinance is to pursue two
equal goals:
– To provide and encourage measures of protection to those properties identified as Environmentally Sensitive Areas (ESA).
– To provide for equitable economic return in consideration of protection and preservation of ESA.
ENVIRONMENTALLY SENSITIVE AREAS ORDINANCE
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Ordinance Purpose• Identify and prioritize environmentally
sensitive areas;
• Aid developers in the creation of their development plans;
• Aid City staff, the Planning Commission and City Council in their assessment of development plans in environmentally sensitive areas;
• Provide flexibility in the planning process when needed to balance environmental and economic goals.
ENVIRONMENTALLY SENSITIVE AREAS ORDINANCE
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ESA Inventory
• 1995 - Inventory of Natural Areas
• SEH $50,000• St. Cloud State
University GIS - $12,000
• 2001 – Addendum to inventory annexed areas
• SEH - $30,000
ENVIRONMENTALLY SENSITIVE AREAS ORDINANCE
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ENVIRONMENTALLY SENSITIVE AREAS ORDINANCE
ESA Inventory
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ENVIRONMENTALLY SENSITIVE AREAS ORDINANCE
ESA Inventory
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ENVIRONMENTALLY SENSITIVE AREAS ORDINANCE
Ordinance Adoption
• 1998 - Ordinance adopted by the City Council
• 4 year process
• Drafting committee of environmental, developer, and agency representatives
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ENVIRONMENTALLY SENSITIVE AREAS ORDINANCE
• Plan of immediate action • Planning tools (L/M/H)
• Protection measuresIncluding overlay zoning district
• Public Involvement Tools
ESA Framework
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Hierarchy of Protection• Natural Heritage Areas and Rare Species. The
goal is that any development and alterations take place outside these areas.
• High Priority Areas (Level I) - The goal is to protect these areas and avoid any deterioration.
• Medium Priority Areas (Level II) - The goal is to conserve the quality of these areas while allowing minor encroachment or disturbance.
• Low Priority Areas (Level III) - The goal is that design, placement and construction techniques used in these areas will enhance the general ambiance and character of the natural resource area.
ENVIRONMENTALLY SENSITIVE AREAS ORDINANCE
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Ordinance Process• Environment and Development Team (EDT)
– 2 members selected by developer– 2 members of the environmental community
from a list of qualified members chosen by the Mayor
– 3 members of city staff (engineering, planning, and parks)
• Provides recommendations regarding specific development projects
ENVIRONMENTALLY SENSITIVE AREAS ORDINANCE
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ENVIRONMENTALLY SENSITIVE AREAS ORDINANCE
EDT Experiences• 18 EDTs have been completed
• Mix of development projects reviewed:– 12 residential– 2 industrial projects– 3 mixed use developments– 1 park.
• 2,000 acres / 3 square miles covered by the 18 EDTs.
• 2,500 parcels platted in ESA subdivisions.
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EDT Outcomes
• Successful in negotiating project layouts that balance protection of environment and return on investment.
• EDT discussions have led to positive changes to development projects based upon diverse input.
• Willingness of developers and environmental members to compromise has been key element to success.
ENVIRONMENTALLY SENSITIVE AREAS ORDINANCE
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