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City of Ste. Genevieve, MO
Ste. Genevieve County
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[Ord. No. 2345 §III, 10-16-1979; Ord. No. 3290, 4-10-2003; Ord. No. 3503 §1, 7-27-2006]
A. 
In order to classify, regulate and restrict the locations of trades, industries and the location of buildings designed for specific uses; to regulate and limit the height and use of buildings hereafter erected or structurally altered; to regulate and limit the density of use and the lot areas; and to regulate and determine the areas of yards, courts and other open spaces surrounding such buildings, the City of Ste. Genevieve is hereby divided into districts of which there shall be ten (10) in number known as:
"A"
Agricultural District
"R-1"
Single-Family Residential District
"R-2"
General Residential District
"MH"
Mobile Home Park District
"C-1"
General Commercial District
"C-2"
Central Business District
"C-3"
Planned Commercial District
"C-4"
Neighborhood Commercial District
"I-1"
Light Industrial District
"I-2"
Heavy Industry District
"PUD"
Planned Urban Development
B. 
The boundaries of these districts are shown on the "Zoning District Map of the City of Ste. Genevieve, Missouri" which accompanies and is made a part of this Chapter. Said map and all the information shown thereon shall have the same force and effect as if all were fully set forth or described herein. The original of this is properly attested and is on file with the City Clerk of the City of Ste. Genevieve, Missouri.
C. 
All territory which may hereafter be annexed to the City of Ste. Genevieve shall be classified in the "R-1" Single-Family District until, within a reasonable time after annexation, the annexed territory shall be appropriately classified by ordinance in accordance with Section 405.220 of this Chapter.
D. 
Whenever any street or public way is vacated by official action of the City of Ste. Genevieve, the zoning district adjoining each side of such street or public way shall be automatically extended to the center of such vacation and all area included in the vacation shall then and henceforth be subject to all appropriate regulations of the extended districts.
E. 
Where uncertainty exists with respect to the boundaries of the various districts shown on the District Map, the following rules shall apply:
1. 
Where a boundary line is given a position within a street, alley or non-navigable stream, it shall be deemed to be in the center of the street, alley or stream and if the actual location of such street, alley or stream varies slightly from the location as shown on the District Map, then the actual location shall control.
2. 
Where a boundary line is shown as being located a specific distance from a street line or other physical feature, this distance shall control.
3. 
Where a boundary line is shown adjoining or coincident with a railroad, it shall be deemed to be in the center of the railroad right-of-way and distances measured from the railroad shall be measured from the center of the designated main line track.
4. 
Where the district boundaries are not otherwise indicated and where the property has been or may hereafter be divided into blocks and lots, such boundaries shall be construed to be the lot lines and where the districts are bounded approximately by lot lines, said lot lines shall be construed to be the boundary of such districts unless said boundaries are otherwise indicated on the map.
5. 
In unsubdivided property, unless otherwise indicated, the district boundary line shall be determined by the use of the scale contained on such map.
F. 
Except as hereinafter provided,
1. 
No building or structure shall be erected, converted, enlarged, reconstructed, moved or structurally altered, nor shall any building or land be used, except for the purpose permitted in the district in which the building or land is located.
2. 
No building or structure shall be erected, converted, enlarged, reconstructed, moved or structurally altered, except in conformity with the height, yard, area per family, parking and other regulations prescribed herein for the district in which the building is located.
3. 
The minimum yards and other open spaces, including lot areas per family required by this Chapter, shall be provided for each and every building or structure hereafter erected and such minimum yards, open spaces and lot areas for each and every building or structure, whether existing at the time of passage of this Chapter or hereafter erected, shall not be encroached upon or be considered as a yard or open space requirement for any other building or structure.
4. 
Every building hereafter erected or structurally altered shall be located on a lot as herein defined and in no case shall there be more than one (1) main building on one (1) lot unless otherwise provided in this Chapter.
[Ord. No. 2345 §IV, 10-16-1979]
A. 
The regulations set forth in this Section or set forth elsewhere in this Chapter, when referred to in this Section, are the regulations of the "A" Agricultural District.
1. 
Use regulations. A building or premises shall be used only for the following purposes:
a. 
Farms, truck gardens and nurseries, including the sale and distribution of agricultural products and products, other than machinery, that are to be used for agricultural purposes, excluding confined feeding operations and commercial feed lots; provided however, that no farm shall be operated either publicly or privately for the feeding or disposal of garbage, rubbish or offal.
b. 
Single-family dwellings.
c. 
Single mobile homes, provided that a special use permit is granted under Section 405.200.
d. 
Airports and landing fields having prior approval of the Federal Aviation Administration.
e. 
Publicly owned or operated parks, playgrounds, community buildings, museums, libraries or art galleries. Public facilities, including Police and fire stations.
f. 
Playgrounds and recreational areas operated by membership organizations for the benefit of their members and not for gain.
g. 
Railroad rights-of-way.
h. 
Public schools and institutions of higher education, public libraries and municipal buildings.
i. 
Churches and other places of worship, Sunday school buildings and parish houses.
j. 
Cemeteries, including mausoleums with special use permit only, provided that mausoleums shall be distant at least two hundred (200) feet from every street line and adjoining lot lines and, provided further, that any new cemetery shall contain an area of twenty (20) acres or more.
k. 
Private clubs, except skeet and gun clubs and those the chief activity of which is a service customarily carried on as a business.
l. 
Roadside stands offering for sale only farm products which are produced upon the premises.
m. 
Riding stables, veterinary hospitals or the keeping of small animals; provided that any building or enclosure housing animals shall be located at least one hundred (100) feet from all property lines.
n. 
Grain elevators or similar storage structures, including buildings for seasonal or temporary storage of grain, whenever such elevator and temporary storage are located upon or adjacent to a railroad right-of-way.
o. 
Hospitals and institutions of an educational, religious, charitable or philanthropic nature, with special use permit only; provided however, that such buildings shall not be located upon sites containing an area of less than five (5) acres, may occupy not over ten percent (10%) of the total area of the lot, and that the buildings shall be set back from all yard lines a distance of not less than two (2) feet for each foot of building height.
p. 
Accessory buildings or use customarily incidental to any of the above uses.
q. 
Church bulletin board or temporary sign not exceeding twenty (20) square feet in area, appertaining only to the lease, hire or sale of a building or premises or the sale of products grown and sold on the premises; provided however, that not more than one (1) sign of the above character shall be permitted on any lot or tract.
r. 
Public utilities including water treatment plants, sewage treatment plants and electrical distribution plants.
2. 
Parking regulations. Off-street parking spaces shall be provided in accordance with the requirements for specific uses set forth in Section 405.170.
3. 
Height and area regulations. The height and area regulations set forth in Sections 405.150 and 405.160 shall be observed.
[Ord. No. 2345 §V, 10-16-1979; Ord. No. 3805 §1, 6-14-2012; Ord. No. 3820 §3, 8-23-2012]
A. 
The regulations set forth in this Section or set forth elsewhere in this Chapter, when referred to in this Section, are the regulations of the "R-1" Single-Family Residential District.
1. 
Use regulations. A building or premises shall be used only for the following purposes:
a. 
Farming, excluding the raising of livestock and poultry, except as provided in Section 205.200.
b. 
Single-family dwellings, excluding mobile homes.
c. 
Two-family dwellings, with special use permit, as provided for in Section 405.200.
d. 
Group homes. No group home shall be located within one thousand (1,000) feet of another group home. The exterior appearance of the home and property shall be in reasonable conformance with the general neighborhood standards. Group homes shall be eleemosynary or not-for-profit in nature.
[Ord. No. 4113, 9-14-2017]
e. 
Churches.
f. 
Publicly owned or operated parks, playgrounds, community buildings, museums, libraries or art galleries. Public facilities, including Police and fire stations.
g. 
Public schools, elementary and high, private educational institutions having a curriculum the same as ordinarily given in public schools and having no rooms regularly used for housing and sleeping rooms.
h. 
Home occupation.
[Ord. No. 4465, 3-9-2023]
i. 
Golf courses, except miniature courses or practice driving tees operated for commercial purposes.
j. 
Railroad rights-of-way, including a strip of land with tracks and auxiliary facilities for track operations.
k. 
Temporary buildings, the uses of which are incidental to construction operations or sale of lots during development being conducted on the same or adjoining tract or subdivision and which shall be removed upon completion or abandonment of such construction or upon the expiration of a period of two (2) years from the time of erection of such temporary buildings, whichever is sooner.
l. 
Guest lodging, with special use permit, provided no external evidence of such use. No signage advertising such use permitted.
[Ord. No. 3978 §2, 6-11-2015]
m. 
Accessory buildings and uses including, but not limited to, accessory private garages, servants quarters, guest houses, swimming pools, home barbecue grills, customary church bulletin boards or identification signs not exceeding thirty (30) square feet in area for permitted public and semi-public uses, accessory storage and accessory off-street parking and loading spaces.
2. 
Parking regulations. Off-street parking spaces shall be provided in accordance with the requirements for specific uses set forth in Section 405.170.
3. 
Height and area regulations. The height and area regulations set forth in Sections 405.150 and 405.160 shall be observed.
[Ord. No. 2345 §VI, 10-16-1979]
A. 
The regulations set forth in this Section or set forth elsewhere in this Chapter, when referred to in this Section, are the regulations of the "R-2" General Residential District.
1. 
Use regulations. A building or premises shall be used only for the following purposes:
a. 
Any use permitted in the "R-1" Single-Family Residential District.
b. 
Two-family dwellings.
c. 
Multiple-family dwellings.
d. 
Following uses with special use permit only:
(1) 
Medical clinic or medical office.
(2) 
Rooming house, boarding house or guest lodging.
[Ord. No. 3978 §3, 6-11-2015]
(3) 
Religious, educational, eleemosynary or similar institution, but not a penal or mental institution.
(4) 
Hospital or sanitarium except a criminal, mental or animal hospital.
(5) 
Nursing, rest or convalescent home.
(6) 
Child day care centers or nursery schools.
e. 
Accessory building or use customarily incidental to any of the above uses, including a storage garage on a lot occupied by a multiple dwelling, rooming or boarding house, hospital or institution.
f. 
Nameplate not exceeding five (5) square feet in area attached to the wall at the entrance to be lighted with only indirect non-intermittent light.
2. 
Parking regulations. Off-street parking spaces shall be provided in accordance with the requirements of specific uses set forth in Section 405.170.
3. 
Height and area regulations. The height and area regulations set forth in Sections 405.150 and 405.160 shall be observed.
[Ord. No. 2345 §VII, 10-16-1979]
A. 
The regulations set forth in this Section or set forth elsewhere in this Chapter, when referred to in this Section, are the district regulations of the "MH" Mobile Home Park District.
1. 
Premises shall be used only for the following purposes:
a. 
Mobile homes.
b. 
Accessory buildings incidental and subordinate to the use of mobile homes. Buildings housing such facilities as laundromats, nurseries, etc., and only when such facilities are intended for the use of persons residing within the district.
c. 
Any "R-2" use if a special use permit therefor is granted under Section 405.200, Special Use Regulations.
d. 
All mobile home parks shall comply with the mobile home park regulations of the City of Ste. Genevieve.
2. 
Parking regulations. Off-street parking spaces shall be provided in accordance with the requirements of specific uses set forth in Section 405.170.
3. 
Height and area regulations. The height and area regulations set forth in Sections 405.150 and 405.160 shall be observed.
[Ord. No. 2345 §VIII, 10-16-1979; Ord. No. 3805 §1, 6-14-2012]
A. 
The regulations set forth in this Section or set forth elsewhere in this Chapter, when referred to in this Section, are the regulations of the "C-1" General Commercial District.
1. 
Use regulations. A building or premises shall be used only for the following purposes:
a. 
Any use permitted in the "R" residential districts, without requirements for special use permits in such districts.
b. 
Automobile or trailer display and sales room.
c. 
Automobile parking lots.
d. 
Automobile service stations, provided storage tanks are underground.
e. 
Automobile washing, including the use of mechanical conveyors, blowers and steam cleaning.
f. 
Bank, financial institutions, savings and loan associations.
g. 
Bicycle and motorcycle repair, sales and rental.
h. 
Bus passenger terminals.
i. 
Building material yards wholly within an enclosed structure with no millwork done out-of-doors.
j. 
Restaurant or theater, except drive-in restaurant or theater with special use permit only.
k. 
Farm machinery and equipment sales and repair.
l. 
Feed and seed stores.
m. 
Hotels and motels.
n. 
Hardware and household appliances sales and repair stores.
o. 
Clothing and accessory goods stores.
p. 
Furniture and home furnishings stores.
q. 
Gift and book stores.
r. 
Bowling alleys, dance halls and skating rinks.
s. 
Sporting goods and photo supply stores.
t. 
Used car sales and storage lot.
u. 
Tire sales and service.
v. 
Veterinarian or animal hospital, with special use permit only.
w. 
Variety stores.
x. 
General service and repair establishments including dyeing or cleaning works or laundry, plumbing, air conditioning and heating, printing, painting, upholstering or tinsmithing, except that dyeing and cleaning establishments must use only non-flammable solvents approved by the Fire Department.
y. 
Private club, fraternity, sorority or lodge.
z. 
Garages and auto repair, with special use permit only.
aa. 
Liquor stores, package goods only.
ab. 
Business, institutional, governmental, professional or medical offices
ac. 
Any other type of retail store not specifically permitted herein when authorized by the Board of Aldermen after receipt of review and recommendation from the Planning and Zoning Commission.
ad. 
(Reserved)
ae. 
Uses customarily incidental to any of the above uses and accessory buildings when located on the same premises.
af. 
Self-storage facility with special use permit.
[Ord. No. 4035 §2, 4-14-2016]
ag. 
Comprehensive marijuana dispensary facility, medical marijuana dispensary, or microbusiness dispensary facility entirely within enclosed building, in accordance with the State of Missouri Code of State Regulations, and with a special use permit.
[Ord. No. 4212, 5-9-2019; Ord. No. 4467, 3-9-2023]
2. 
Parking regulations. Off-street parking spaces shall be provided in accordance with specific uses set forth in Section 405.170.
3. 
Height and area regulations. The height and area regulations set forth in Sections 405.150 and 405.160 of this Chapter shall be observed.
[Ord. No. 2345 §IX, 10-16-1979; Ord. No. 3805 §1, 6-14-2012]
A. 
The regulations set forth in this Section or set forth elsewhere in this Chapter, when referred to in this Section, are the district regulations of the "C-2" Central Business District.
1. 
Use regulations. A building or premises shall be used only for the following purposes:
a. 
Any use permitted in the "C-1" General Commercial District, to include restrictions imposed in said district.
b. 
Bottling works.
c. 
Ice plants or ice cream manufacture.
d. 
Laboratories: research, experimental or testing.
e. 
Printing, publishing and engraving.
f. 
Warehousing to include self-storage facility with special use permit.
[Ord. No. 4035 §3, 4-14-2016]
g. 
Wholesale establishments but not including microbusiness wholesale facilities.
[Ord. No. 4467, 3-9-2023]
h. 
Uses customarily incidental to any of the above uses and accessory buildings when located on the same premises.
i. 
Reserved.
j. 
Other similar uses when authorized by the Board of Aldermen, after receipt of review and recommendations from the Planning and Zoning Commission.
2. 
On-street parking shall be permitted and not subject to Section 405.170 Off-Street Parking Regulations.
[Ord. No. 3978 §4, 6-11-2015]
3. 
Height and area regulations. The height and area regulations set forth in Sections 405.150 and 405.160 of this Chapter shall be observed.
[Ord. No. 2345 §X, 10-16-1979]
A. 
The regulations set forth in this Section or set forth elsewhere in this Chapter when referred to in this Section, are the regulations of the "C-3" Planned Commercial District.
1. 
In order to provide for modern retail shopping facilities of integrated design in appropriate locations to serve residential neighborhoods, the "C-3" Planned Commercial District is hereby established. Such district shall be laid out and developed as a unit according to an approved plan as provided below so as to accomplish such purpose.
2. 
The owner or owners of any tract of land may submit to the Board of Aldermen a plan for the use and development of all or part of such tract for the purpose of and meeting the requirements set forth in this Section, either as a separate proposal or as a part of a community unit plan as provided for in the regulations for special uses. The plan shall be referred to the Planning and Zoning commission for study and report. The Planning and Zoning Commission shall then submit its report and recommendations to the Board of Aldermen for its consideration and action. The Planning and Zoning Commission's recommendations shall be accompanied by a report stating the reasons for such recommendations and that the application meets the requirements of the "C-3" Planned Commercial District as set forth in this Section. If no report is transmitted by the Planning and Zoning Commission within ninety (90) days of notification, the Board of Aldermen may take action without further awaiting such report, subject to the provisions for public hearings required for all ordinance amendments (Section 405.230).
3. 
In order that the purpose of this district may be realized, the land and buildings and appurtenant facilities shall be in single ownership or under the management or supervision of a central authority or otherwise subject to such supervisory lease or ownership control as may be necessary to carry out the provisions of this Section.
4. 
Within the "C-3" Planned Commercial District, a building or premises may be used only for the retail sale of merchandise, services, recreation, except outdoor theaters and similar uses; parking areas; and other facilities ordinarily accepted as shopping center uses. The shopping center shall be designed as a whole, unified single project in compliance with the following requirements and if built in stages, each stage shall conform with the approved plan.
a. 
The aggregate gross area of all buildings shall not exceed twenty-five percent (25%) of the entire lot area of the project and all buildings shall be set back at least thirty (30) feet from all lines of streets adjoining the shopping center site.
b. 
Off-street parking spaces shall be provided in the ratio of not less than one (1) parking space for each one hundred (100) square feet of floor area in the buildings in the project.
c. 
All roads, parking and loading areas and walks shall be paved with hard surface material meeting applicable specifications of the City.
d. 
Any part of the project area not used for buildings or other structures or for parking, loading or accessways shall be landscaped with grass, trees, shrubs or pedestrians walks.
e. 
No building shall exceed three (3) stories or forty-five (45) feet in height.
f. 
Reasonable additional requirements as to landscaping, lighting, signs or other advertising devices, screening, accessways and building setbacks and height limitations may be imposed by the Board of Aldermen for the protection of adjoining residential property.
5. 
If required by the Board of Aldermen, the applicant shall file a surety bond to insure that construction of the shopping center within the period specified by the Board of Aldermen, such period not to exceed three (3) years. No such bond shall be accepted unless it is enforceable by or payable to the City in a sum at least equal to the estimated cost of constructing the shopping center and in a form with surety and conditions approved by the City Attorney. In the event the shopping center is not constructed, it shall revert to the same zoning classification existing prior to the change to the "C-3" District and the district regulations in force prior to the establishment of the commercial district shall thereupon be in full force and effect.
[Ord. No. 3290 §§1 — 13, 4-10-2003]
A. 
General Purpose And Description. The purpose of the "C-4" Neighborhood Commercial District is to strengthen the economic assets of a neighborhood that has suffered loss of retail and personal service businesses due to flooding. The district is intended for retail sales of convenience goods or personal services primarily for persons residing in adjacent residential areas. Because the retail and personal service uses permitted may be an integral part of the neighborhood, special requirements are established.
B. 
Delineation Of Overlay District. A new zoning classification, "C-4" is hereby created. It shall include the following areas of the City of Ste. Genevieve:
1. 
North Main Street from the North Gabouri Creek to LaHaye Street.
2. 
Third Street from North Gabouri Creek to Roberts Street, including area to the north of Roberts Street.
3. 
LaHaye Street from Fourth Street to Main Street.
4. 
Other areas that may be added that meet the general purpose of this Section.
5. 
The area being currently re-zoned is set out in a plat file in City Hall.
C. 
Permitted Uses.
1. 
Any use permitted in a "R-1" Single-Family Residential District or an "R-2" General Residential District.
2. 
Antique shops.
3. 
Bakery shops when limited to retail sales only.
4. 
Bank, financial institutions and savings and loan association.
5. 
Barbershops, beauty parlors or similar personal service shops.
6. 
Book and stationary stores.
7. 
Camera or photographic supply shops.
8. 
Candy and ice cream stores.
9. 
Convenience stores, not to exceed one thousand (1,000) square feet of floor area.
10. 
Drugstores.
11. 
Dry cleaning and pressing establishments, but not wholesale cleaning or pressing.
12. 
Florist shops.
13. 
Fruit stores and stands.
14. 
Gift shops.
15. 
Hobby shops.
16. 
Jewelry stores.
17. 
Launderettes, laundromats or similar self-service laundries.
18. 
Meat markets when limited to retail sales only.
19. 
Newsstands.
20. 
Professional offices, not to exceed two thousand (2,000) square feet of floor area.
21. 
Photocopying shops.
22. 
Studio for art, music, dance, drama and fitness.
23. 
Tailor shops.
24. 
Tobacco stores.
25. 
Variety stores.
26. 
Video tapes, sales and rental.
27. 
Other uses which, in the judgment of the Board of Aldermen after receipt of review and recommendation from the Planning and Zoning Commission, are of the same general character of those listed in this Section, and which will not be detrimental to the district in which located.
D. 
Accessory Land Uses And Development.
1. 
Accessory uses or buildings customarily incidental to any of the above uses will be allowed.
2. 
All exterior solid waste container racks or stands, or other outside storage areas shall be screened from public view by an enclosure which shall be a minimum of five (5) feet in height.
E. 
Height Requirements. The maximum height of all new construction shall be thirty-five (35) feet or two and one-half (2½) stories, whichever is the lesser.
F. 
Lot Area And Density Requirements. All activities and uses permitted in this district shall not exceed two thousand (2,000) square feet in gross floor area for any structures.
G. 
Area Requirements. Every building hereinafter erected shall be on a lot having an area of not less than seven thousand five hundred (7,500) square feet and a width at the established building line of not less than seventy-five (75) feet.
H. 
Minimum Yard Requirements. Every building hereinafter erected shall have:
1. 
Front yard. Not less than twenty-five (25) feet. Where lot is a through or corner lot, the required front yard shall be provided on both streets.
2. 
Side yards. Not less than eight (8) feet each side.
3. 
Rear yard. Not less than twenty-five (25) feet.
I. 
Signs. As permitted in Section 405.080 of the City of Ste. Genevieve Zoning Regulations.
J. 
Off-Street Parking Regulations. Every building hereinafter erected shall have off-street parking as permitted in Section 405.170 of this Chapter.
K. 
Development Of Standards For Vehicular Use Areas. Every building hereinafter erected shall have standards for vehicular use area development as permitted in Section 405.180 of this Chapter.
L. 
Conversion Of Buildings. No building that was designed and constructed as a residential building shall be converted for use as an office building or other business purpose unless the following conditions are met:
1. 
Setbacks comply with those required in this "C-4" Neighborhood Commercial District.
2. 
All off-street parking as required by the City of Ste. Genevieve Zoning Regulations or by the purposed use of the premises can be accommodated in the side or rear yard and have access and dimension to permit full and safe use.
3. 
The building is made to comply with all building and other code requirements.
4. 
A site plan depicting the above requirements plus any changes to the exterior of the building shall be prepared and submitted for review and approval to the Planning and Zoning Commission.
M. 
Variances.
1. 
The owner or agent seeking to develop or change the use of a property located within "C-4" Neighborhood Commercial District shall file a request for a variance from the provisions of this Section. No variance shall become effective until after the Board of Aldermen have held a public hearing on the variance request at which all parties in interest and citizens shall have an opportunity to be heard. At least fifteen (15) days notice of the time and place of such hearing shall be published in a newspaper of general circulation in the City of Ste. Genevieve. The Board of Aldermen may provide for the posting of notices of the hearing on the requested variance and for other means of notifying the public or interested persons of the proceedings.
2. 
The owner or his/her agent seeking a variance from this Section shall pay the cost to the City of publication of the public hearing.
[Ord. No. 2345 §XI, 10-16-1979; Ord. No. 3805 §1, 6-14-2012]
A. 
The regulations set forth in this Section or set forth elsewhere in this Chapter, when referred to in this Section, are the regulations of the "I-1" Light Industrial District.
1. 
Use regulations. A light industrial use is one which creates a minimum amount of nuisance outside the plant; is conducted entirely within enclosed buildings; does not use the open area around such buildings for storage of raw materials or manufactured products or for any other industrial purpose other than transporting goods between buildings; provides for enclosed loading and unloading berths; is not noxious or offensive by reason of the emission of smoke, dust, fumes, gas, odors, noises or vibrations beyond the confines of the building; and includes, but is not limited to, the following:
a. 
Any non-residential use permitted in a "C" Commercial District.
b. 
Wholesale merchandising or storage warehouses, including microbusiness wholesale facilities.
[Ord. No. 4467, 3-9-2023]
c. 
Compounding of cosmetics, toiletries, drugs and pharmaceutical products.
d. 
Storage firms.
e. 
Manufacture or assembly of medical and dental equipment; drafting, optical and musical instruments; watches; clocks; toys; games; and electrical or electronic apparatus.
f. 
Manufacture or storage of food products, including beverage blending or bottling, bakery products, candy manufacture, fruit and vegetable processing and canning, packing and processing of meat and poultry products, but not distilling of beverages or slaughtering of poultry or animals.
g. 
Dry cleaning plants.
h. 
Ice plants.
i. 
Dairies.
j. 
Research and development organizations.
k. 
Sheet metal, welding and machine shops.
l. 
Cabinet making establishments and carpenter shops which use no motors larger than ten (10) horsepower.
m. 
Packing establishments.
n. 
Contractor's equipment storage yard or plant.
o. 
Motor freight transportation and warehousing.
p. 
Accessory buildings and uses.
q. 
Generally those light manufacturing uses similar to those items listed above which do not create any more danger to health and safety in surrounding areas and which do not create any more offensive noise, vibration, smoke, dust, light, odors, heat or glare than that which is generally associated with light industries of the type specifically permitted.
2. 
Parking-regulations. Off-street parking spaces shall be provided in accordance with Section 405.170 of this Chapter.
3. 
Height, area and bulk regulations. The height and area regulations set forth in Sections 405.150 and 405.160 of this Chapter shall be observed.
4. 
Buffer areas. Whenever an industrial use abuts a residential district, an adequate buffer or screen shall be provided. The buffer shall consist of a planting screen of suitable shrubbery maintained at a minimum height of eight (8) feet and being a minimum of eight (8) feet wide or suitable fencing a minimum of eight (8) feet in height.
[CC 1985 §§12-47 — 12-48; Comp. Ords. §12.02(2)(3); Ord. No. 2345 §XII, 10-16-1979]
A. 
The regulations set forth in this Section or set forth elsewhere in this Chapter, when referred to in this Section, are the regulations of the "I-2" Heavy Industrial District.
1. 
Use regulations. A building or premises shall be used only for the following purposes:
a. 
Any non-residential use permitted in the "I-1" Light Industrial District, except uses allowed in the "C" Commercial Districts with special use permit only.
b. 
Automobile wrecking, cars and parts, storage and sale with a special use permit only.
c. 
Central mixing plants for cement, mortar, plaster or paving materials.
d. 
Manufacture of clay, stone and glass products.
e. 
Grain processing.
f. 
Sunk and salvage (metal, paper, rags, waste or glass) storage, treatment and baling with a special use permit only.
g. 
Manufacture or assembly of boats, bolts, nuts, screws, electrical appliances, tools, dies, machinery and hardware products, sheet metal products and vitreous enameled metal products.
h. 
Office and office buildings incidental to a use allowed in the "I-2" District and located within the same district.
i. 
Farming and associated agricultural uses, provided that a special use permit is granted.
j. 
Public buildings and public service facilities, provided that a special use permit is granted.
k. 
Manufacture of boxes, crates, furniture, baskets, veneer and other wood products of a similar nature.
l. 
Manufacture of rugs, mattresses, pillows, quilts, millinery, hosiery, clothing and fabrics and printing and finishing of textiles and fibers into fabric goods.
m. 
Any other use not in conflict with the enacted laws of the State of Missouri or the City of Ste. Genevieve regulating nuisances, provided that no use emitting or likely to emit substantial amounts of dust, odor, gas, smoke or noise and none of the following specific uses shall be permitted unless approved by the Board of Aldermen after a review and report of the Planning and Zoning Commission subject to such requirements as it may deem necessary to protect adjacent property and prevent objectionable or offensive conditions:
(1) 
Acid manufacture.
(2) 
Distillation of bones.
(3) 
Explosives manufacture and storage.
(4) 
Fat rendering.
(5) 
Fertilizer manufacture.
(6) 
Garbage, offal or dead animal reduction or dumping.
(7) 
Glue manufacture.
(8) 
Stockyards or slaughter of animals.
(9) 
Wholesale storage of gasoline.
(10) 
Any similar use that would be hazardous to the public health, safety or welfare.
n. 
Junk yards, provided that no automobile graveyard or junk yard shall be established within fifty (50) feet of any highway, street or alley within the City limits unless such auto wrecking yard or junk yard is screened from said highway, street or alley by a tight board or other screen fence not less than ten (10) feet high or of sufficient height to screen the wrecked or disabled automobiles or junk kept therein from the view of persons using such highway, street or alley on foot or in vehicles in the ordinary manner. Reasonable precautions should be taken by the operator of any junk yard or automobile graveyard to prevent the same from becoming infested with rats or other rodents or by insects or other pests which may endanger the health and safety of the community.
In authorizing any of the uses of this Subsection, there may be imposed such reasonable requirements as to landscaping, screening and other features of the development as are deemed necessary to protect adjacent property and prevent objectionable or hazardous conditions.
o. 
Comprehensive marijuana cultivation facility, medical marijuana cultivation facility, comprehensive marijuana-infused products manufacturing facility, or medical marijuana-infused products manufacturing facility entirely within enclosed building and in accordance with the State of Missouri Code of State Regulations.
[Ord. No. 4212, 5-9-2019; Ord. No. 4467, 3-9-2023]
p. 
Comprehensive marijuana cultivation facility, or medical marijuana cultivation facility in a greenhouse or not entirely within enclosed building, in accordance with the State of Missouri Code of State Regulations, and with a special use permit.
[Ord. No. 4212, 5-9-2019; Ord. No. 4467, 3-9-2023]
2. 
Parking regulations. Off-street parking spaces shall be provided in accordance with the requirements for specific uses set out in Section 405.170 of this Chapter.
3. 
Height and area regulations. The height and area regulations set forth in Sections 405.150 and 405.160 of this Chapter shall be observed.
4. 
Buffer area. Whenever an industrial use abuts a residential district, an adequate buffer or screen shall be provided. The buffer shall consist of a planting screen of suitable shrubbery maintained at a minimum height of eight (8) feet and being a minimum of eight (8) feet wide or suitable fencing a minimum of eight (8) feet in height.
[Ord. No. 3503 §§1 — 2, 7-27-2006]
A. 
Introduction. The granting of a Planned Urban Development "PUD" shall be in accordance with the procedure set forth below and in no way should be construed as an automatic right by the applicant. The granting of a "PUD" is the legal responsibility of the Ste. Genevieve Board of Aldermen upon recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission. The "PUD" shall be a "floating zone" and shall not be attached to any land until such land is affirmatively rezoned as a "PUD" consistent with the requirements of the Zoning Ordinance of Ste. Genevieve.
B. 
Purpose Of The District. A "PUD" is intended to permit developments that will provide a desirable and stable environment in harmony with that of the surrounding areas; to permit flexibility that will encourage a more creative approach in the development of land, will result in a more efficient, aesthetic and desirable use of area; to permit flexibility in design, placement of buildings, use of open spaces, circulation facilities and off-street parking areas; and to best utilize the potential of sites characterized by special features of geography, topography, size and shape.
C. 
Minimum Area. The area required to establish a "PUD" shall be a minimum of five (5) acres in all zoning districts. In calculating the minimum area for a "PUD", the measurements shall not include the area of any existing dedicated streets or alleys.
D. 
Permitted Uses Limitations. The Board of Aldermen shall designate each approved "PUD" as either a "PUD A", "PUD R-1", "PUD R-2", "PUD R-3", "PUD C-1" or "PUD C-2". Such designation shall limit the general range of uses permitted in the designated "PUD" to the range of uses which are permitted in the corresponding zoning districts as set forth in the table below:
"PUD" DESIGNATION
PERMITTED USES AS PROVIDED IN CORRESPONDING DISTRICTS:
"PUD A"
"R-1", "R-2", "C-1", "C-2", "C-3", "I-1", "I-2"
"PUD R-1"
"R-1", "R-2", "C-1"
"PUD R-2"
"R-1", "R-2", "C-1", "C-2"
"PUD R-3"
"R-1", "R-2", "C-1", "C-2", "C-3"
"PUD C-1"
"C-2", "C-3", "I-1"
"PUD C-2"
"C-2", "C-3", "I-1", "I-2"
E. 
Development Density.
1. 
Calculations of density. The Board of Aldermen shall approve the maximum density allowed in any "PUD". The Board of Aldermen shall only approve a maximum density compatible and in harmony with existing surrounding densities or future densities indicated by the City's Comprehensive Plan. In calculating the density for a tract of land, the applicant is encouraged to consult the City's Comprehensive Plan to assure compatibility and harmony with surrounding densities. If density bonuses are requested under this Subsection, the applicant is expected to document all site amenities or improvements for the City's review and consideration.
2. 
Density bonuses. To encourage utilization of the "PUD" technique, an applicant may be eligible for a maximum increase of thirty percent (30%) in the total "floor area ratio" over that which would otherwise be allowed. For the purposes of this Subsection, "floor area ratio" shall mean the gross floor area of all buildings in the "PUD" divided by the land area of the "PUD". Such density increases may be granted only by the Board of Aldermen according to the following criteria:
MAXIMUM PERCENTAGE INCREASE
DESIGN ELEMENT
5%
For each contiguous five percent (5%) area of "PUD" consisting of not less than one-half (½) acre devoted to improved usable open space.
5%
Provision of pedestrian ways (pedestrian, bicycle paths).
5%
Provision of high quality tree and shrub planting, including peripheral and interior screen planting and fencing, landscaping and parking lots and the use of existing trees in the plan. This provision is in addition to the required screening requirements.
5%
Creative building site designs and groupings that take advantage of natural terrain and minimize future water runoff and erosion problems. Basins and water features included in the overall design are encouraged.
10%
Recreational facilities (i.e., swimming pool, tennis court and community center or club building. The Board of Aldermen shall approve the density bonus for recreational facilities up to ten percent (10%) upon consideration of the size, quantity and type of facilities provided.
F. 
Management And Use Of Open Space In A Planned Urban Development. Note: This Section shall be read in conjunction with the Subdivision Regulations of the City of Ste. Genevieve.
1. 
In a "PUD", all land not subdivided into lots or used as the building site for multiple-family dwellings, for public roads, alleys, privately maintained off-street parking facilities, drainage easements, utility easements, potential or existing school sites, drainage canals or detention basins shall be deemed "open space" and be disposed of in either of the following methods:
a. 
Dedication to the City.
(1) 
The geographic configuration, area, location and interest in land (e.g., fee, easement) to be dedicated to the City for open space shall be as finally approved by the Board of Aldermen with consideration of the recommendations of the Planning and Zoning Commission.
(2) 
The Board of Aldermen may also require any such dedicated land to be improved as usable space for recreational purposes before accepting any dedication.
(3) 
A notation shall be placed on the recorded plat identifying all property dedicated to the City together with the stated purpose for which the property was dedicated to the City.
(4) 
Every parcel of open space dedicated to the City shall have frontage along a public road.
b. 
Ownership by a non-profit homeowners association or other legally responsible entity. The Board of Aldermen may require that ownership of open space in a "PUD" be held by a non-profit homeowners' association or other legally responsible entity. Open space held by such an association shall, at minimum, be open to residents, patrons and employees who may live, shop or work within the "PUD" boundaries. The association shall maintain the common land and any buildings, recreation facilities, sidewalks, private utilities, sewers or private streets upon such common land. The association may levy among all owners of lots and all owners of condominium units for the purpose of raising funds to:
(1) 
Maintain the common land.
(2) 
Pay real estate taxes assessed on the common land.
(3) 
Pay any insurance premiums on the common land.
(4) 
Pay for any improvements that the association deems necessary for the common land.
2. 
Review guidelines (site development plan).
a. 
In conjunction with the submittal of an application for a "PUD", the applicant shall submit a site development plan for review and approval. The site development plan shall comply with the requirements of Subsection (G)(4) below. Additional information pertinent to the specific development proposed may also be required on the site development plan. The application and site development plan shall first be referred to the Planning and Zoning Commission for review and report.
b. 
Upon receipt of the report of the Planning and Zoning Commission, the Board of Aldermen shall hold a public hearing to consider the proposed "PUD" and shall provide legal notice in compliance with Section 405.230 of the City's Zoning Ordinance.
c. 
In reviewing the site development plan, the Planning and Zoning Commission and the Board of Aldermen shall consider the following criteria:
(1) 
Compliance with the requirements of this Section regarding land uses and density, including specific reasons and documentation for recommending increased density if such recommendation is made.
(2) 
General conformance and compatibility with the City's Comprehensive Plan.
(3) 
The internal relationship of land uses within the proposed "PUD" to existing and future uses in the surrounding area.
(4) 
The general layout of the internal transportation system, including parking and pedestrian circulation and the relationship of that system to exterior transportation facilities and the major streets plan.
(5) 
The adequacy of proposed public facilities including water supply and distribution, sanitary sewers, storm drainage, school site and recreational areas.
(6) 
The adequacy of proposed easements or provisions for dedication of any land or facilities to the City or for operation and maintenance of any land or facilities reserved for the common use of residents, patrons and employees who may live, shop or work within the "PUD" boundaries.
In addition to the foregoing, the Board of Aldermen shall consider any other written recommendations deemed essential by the Planning and Zoning Commission for review and consideration of the "PUD".
G. 
Procedure For Review And Disposition Of Planned Urban Development. To obtain a "PUD" on any tract of land currently zoned within the City's corporate limits, the applicant must, in general, follow the legislative procedures of rezoning. Additionally, certain minimum documentation shall be provided as described in the following process.
1. 
Preapplication conference. Before submitting an application for a "PUD", the applicant shall confer with the City Administrator or designee to obtain information and guidance before entering into binding commitments or incurring substantial expense in the preparation of plans, surveys and other data.
2. 
Submission of "PUD" application and site development plans. An applicant shall make written application for a "PUD" on forms provided by the City. Accompanying the application shall be the appropriate processing fee for rezoning (refer to Section 405.230(B) "Amendments") payable to the City, none of which shall be refundable.
3. 
Agreement to fund City review of "PUD" application and site development plan. As a prerequisite to the City's consideration of any "PUD" application and site development plan, the applicant shall enter into a written and enforceable agreement with the City to fund the City's review of the applicant's "PUD" application and site development plan. This review may include, but is not limited to, the procurement of private technical planning, engineering and legal expertise. No term of any agreement to fund the City's review of a "PUD" application and site development plan shall limit or be construed to limit the City's review and consideration of the "PUD" application and supporting materials or the City's sole discretion and ability to select and hire the necessary and proper technical planning, engineering and legal experts to assist in the proper review of the "PUD" application and site development plan.
4. 
Site development plan content.
a. 
The applicant shall submit copies of the site development plan as required by the City. The site development plan shall consist of a map or maps and supporting documents and illustrations showing the following:
(1) 
Finished grades or contours for the site.
(2) 
All proposed and existing adjacent public street right-of-way with centerline location.
(3) 
All proposed and existing adjacent public street and public drive locations, widths, curb cuts and radii.
(4) 
Location, width and limits of all existing and proposed sidewalks.
(5) 
Location, size and radii of all proposed median breaks and turning lanes.
(6) 
Distance between all buildings, between buildings and property lines and between all parking areas and property lines.
(7) 
Location of all required building and parking setbacks.
(8) 
Location, dimensions, number of stories and area in square feet of all proposed buildings.
(9) 
Area of land on plan in square feet or acres.
(10) 
The location of all oil and gas wells on the property.
(11) 
Limits, location, size and material to be used in all proposed retaining walls.
(12) 
Location and dimensions of all driveways, parking lots, parking stalls, aisles, loading and service areas and docks.
(13) 
Location, height, intensity and type of outside lighting fixtures for buildings and parking lots.
(14) 
Location, size and type of material of all proposed monument or freestanding signs.
(15) 
Location of adjacent developments, alignment and location of public and private driveways, streets, medians and public and semi-public easements.
(16) 
Final storm water collection, detention and erosion control plans.
(17) 
Final analysis of the capacity of the existing sanitary sewer receiving system.
(18) 
Final water and sanitary sewer plans.
(19) 
Elevations of all sides of proposed buildings including notation indicating building materials to be used on exteriors and roofs.
(20) 
Location, size and materials to be used in all screening of rooftop or ground-level mechanical equipment, trash and refuse collection areas and loading areas.
(21) 
Illustrations showing the dimensions and areas of all floors within proposed buildings.
Additional information pertinent to the specific development proposal may also be required on the site development plan.
b. 
The procedures, policies and requirements to be followed for final approval shall conform to the standard subdivision plat review process. (See Subdivision Regulations for preliminary and final plat process and requirements.) No building permit shall be issued until a final plat of the "PUD" or part thereof is approved by the Board of Aldermen.
5. 
Guarantee of completion. Before approval of a "PUD" or site development plan, the Board of Aldermen shall require a written agreement with safeguards approved by the City Attorney to secure construction of public improvements and guaranteeing completion of the site development plan, or designated portion thereof, in a period to be specified by the Board of Aldermen, but which period shall not exceed five (5) years unless extended by recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission for due cause shown and approved by the Board of Aldermen. The agreement shall provide a performance bond or escrow covering one hundred percent (100%) of the estimated cost of all public improvements.
6. 
Amendment of a planned urban development. All amendments to an existing "PUD" agreement shall be submitted in writing on forms provided by the City and first referred to the Planning and Zoning Commission. Support documentation and site plans shall be provided as necessary. The Planning and Zoning Commission shall review the proposed amendments, shall make a recommendation and shall refer said amendments and recommendation to the Board of Aldermen for public hearing and final consideration. All such submittals shall be subject to regular submittal fees and processes.
7. 
Review of abandoned projects. In the event that a site development plan or section thereof is given final approval, and thereafter, the applicant or successors fails to commence the "PUD" within one (1) year after final approval has been granted, then such final approval shall terminate and be deemed null and void unless such time period is extended by the Board of Aldermen after receipt of a report by the Planning and Zoning Commission following written application by the applicant or successors. Upon termination of an approval, the Planning and Zoning Commission shall review any changes in the Zoning District Map brought by the proposed development. If the Planning and Zoning Commission finds said changes to be inappropriate, the Planning and Zoning Commission shall recommend to the Board of Aldermen that the map be revised in accordance with the procedures for changes and amendments.
8. 
Termination of projects. All documents stating all terms of all "PUD" agreements must be signed and filed with the City Administrator's office within forty-five (45) days after the Board of Aldermen approves the ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a "PUD" agreement. If the final agreement is not filed with the City Administrator's office within this forty-five (45) day time period, the "PUD" zoning shall be rescinded and revoked.
9. 
Amendment of the zoning district map. Upon approval of any "PUD", the Board of Aldermen shall direct the City Administrator or designee to amend the Zoning District Map of the City of Ste. Genevieve, Missouri, to reflect any and all changes set forth by the approval of the "PUD."
[Ord. No. 4466, 3-9-2023]
A. 
Purpose. The "THO" Tiny Home Overlay Zone District is established to provide housing options in specified areas within the City by permitting tiny homes on lots smaller in size than the current City minimum square footage requirements within the zones allowed, and shall be used for independent living quarters, designed as a permanent, year-round residence.
B. 
Location. The "THO" Tiny Home Overlay Zone may be allowed in "MH" Mobile Home Zones wholly or partially, or upon a minimum of at least four (4) acres in any zoning district where residential use is allowed.
C. 
General. A "THO" Tiny Home Overlay permit may be granted under this Section for the uses enumerated in this Section. The permit shall be applicable to the real property and/or parcels described in the "THO" Overlay Zone application. The issuance of a "THO" Tiny Home Overlay permit shall expire if there is no development of tiny homes within one (1) year from the date of issuance. An extension of one (1) year may be granted by the Planning and Zoning Commission upon written request by the applicant at least one (1) month prior to the expiration of the initial approval. Upon application for a "THO" Overlay Zone permit, the applicant shall pay an application fee of one hundred dollars ($100.00).
D. 
Procedures.
1. 
Applications for the approval of an overlay permit shall be submitted to the Community Development Administrator. The application shall include a proposed statement of objectives for the development and proposed site plan, including a layout of lots with approximate dimensions and size; location of all any existing structures; approximate location of existing and proposed streets, easements and utilities; any proposed alteration to the elevation or topography of the site; any proposed improvements other than tiny homes; and names of all adjoining property owners. If the property within the proposed "THO" Overlay Zone is to be subdivided, a preliminary subdivision plan, per Sections 415.050 and 415.060, approved by Planning and Zoning is required also.
2. 
The Community Development Administrator shall prepare a report concerning the application for presentation to the Planning and Zoning Commission along with recommendations for conditions to ensure compliance with these provisions.
3. 
Applications for an overlay permit shall be made and processed in the same manner as provided for zoning amendments in Section 405.230.
4. 
Notification of application for an overlay permit shall be sent by regular mail to the owner of record of all property within one hundred eighty-five (185) feet of the proposed location of the overlay zone.
5. 
An application for an overlay permit under this Section may be made and processed contemporaneously with a proposed amendment of the district in which such site lies and/or with an application for subdivision of such site.
E. 
Permitted Uses.
1. 
Tiny home between two hundred (200) square feet to five hundred (500) square feet.
2. 
Garages, covered parking structures, and other accessory buildings no larger than four hundred (400) square feet when on a lot where the primary building is a tiny home.
3. 
Accessory buildings incidental and subordinate to the Tiny Home Overlay Zone. Buildings housing such facilities as laundromats, community meeting space, etc., and only when such facilities are intended for the use of persons residing within the Tiny Home Overlay Zone.
F. 
Site and Structure Requirements.
1. 
The minimum lot area in the "THO" Tiny Home Overlay District is four thousand five hundred (4,500) square feet; minimum lot width shall be thirty (30) feet.
2. 
Setbacks shall be the same as "R-2" General Residential District; maximum building height shall be fifteen (15) feet; maximum lot coverage by structures shall be thirty-percent (30%).
3. 
Tiny homes shall be connected to City water service, City sewer, and electric utilities.
4. 
Mechanical equipment shall be incorporated into the structure and not located on the roof.
5. 
Tiny homes must comply with all applicable State and local codes and regulations, including the ICC International Residential Building Code and ICC Tiny House Code adopted in Section 500.110.
6. 
All tiny homes must be constructed or placed on a permanent foundation.
7. 
The City Of Site. Genevieve encourages some of the following design features be incorporated into a tiny home:
a. 
Upgraded entry feature, such as a transom or side windows;
b. 
Exterior accessories, such as permanent shutters, fixed sunshade devices, or gutters/downspouts;
c. 
Pitched roofline (4:12 pitch or steeper);
d. 
Dormers;
e. 
Premanufactured skylights;
f. 
Built-on porch or deck;
g. 
Exterior residential light sconces or downcans.
G. 
Definitions. As used in this Section, the following terms shall have the meanings indicated:
FAMILY
1. 
One (1) or more persons related by blood, marriage or adoption. A family may also include not more than two (2) persons not related by blood, marriage or adoption.
2. 
For purposes of this Tiny Homes Overlay Section, occupancy shall not be more than one (1) occupant per seventy (70) square feet of total floor space less space for the kitchen and bathroom (minimum eighty (80) square feet).
TINY HOME
A residential structure between two hundred (200) square feet to five hundred (500) square feet of living area under roof installed on a permanent foundation, intended for independent living quarters, designed as a permanent, year-round residence for one (1) family.