Prior Lake residential districts limit structure height to 35 feet (R-S, R-1) or 3 stories. Accessory structures are limited to 15 feet. Commercial and industrial districts allow 45 feet or 4 stories.
Under Chapter 10 Article V Performance Standards, building height limits are tied to zoning district. R-S (Rural Subdivision) and R-1 (Low-Density Residential): no structure may exceed three stories or 35 feet in height, whichever is less. R-2 and R-3 allow slightly greater density and height for multi-family. Commercial (C-1, C-2, C-3) and Industrial (I-1) districts allow 45 feet or 4 stories. Chimneys, spires, and similar non-occupied features receive a 50% height increase. Accessory structures are capped at 15 feet. Telecommunications towers are governed separately under specific zoning provisions.
Building above the height limit is a misdemeanor with fines up to $1,000 and may require structural modification. Variances are reviewed by the Planning Commission for hardship cases.
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