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This ordinance amends sections of the Metropolitan Code of Laws related to residential infill regulations, specifically addressing artificial turf, multi-family structures, infill tree credits, and development plan submission requirements. It also mandates corresponding updates to the Stormwater Management Manual. The legislation aims to update and clarify standards for residential development and stormwater management.

An ordinance amending Sections 15.64.010, 15.64.130, and 15.64.131 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws pertaining to the residential infill regulation of artificial turf, multi-family structures, infill tree credits, and development plan submission requirements; and requiring commensurate updates to the Stormwater Management Manual.

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Introduced 6/10/2025Transportation and Infrastructure CommitteeBill
→ Passed 8/5/2025

What it does

  • 1Amends regulations concerning the use of artificial turf in residential infill projects
  • 2Updates requirements for multi-family residential structures
  • 3Modifies rules for infill tree credits and development plan submissions
  • 4Requires updates to the Stormwater Management Manual to reflect these changes

This ordinance amends sections of the Metropolitan Code of Laws related to residential infill regulations, specifically addressing artificial turf, multi-family structures, infill tree credits, and development plan submission requirements. It also mandates corresponding updates to the Stormwater Management Manual. The legislation aims to update and clarify standards for residential development and stormwater management.

Affects
Residential developersMetropolitan Department of Water and Sewerage ServicesResidents in areas affected by infill development

Legislative history

8/7/2025
Mayor
(no description)
8/5/2025
Metropolitan Council
(no description)
7/15/2025
Metropolitan Council
The bill was approved with an amendment by the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. Council Member Druffel moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was properly seconded. Council Member Druffel offered Amendment No. 1 and moved that it be adopted, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council. Council Member Druffel moved to pass the bill on second reading as amended, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
7/15/2025
Metropolitan Council
(no description)
7/14/2025
Transportation and Infrastructure Committee
(no description)
7/1/2025
Metropolitan Council
The bill was recommended for deferral by the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. Pursuant to Rule 8.1 of the Rules of Procedure of the Council, the bill is deferred.
6/17/2025
Metropolitan Council
Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and will be considered at the next regular meeting. The bill is referred to the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.
6/10/2025
Metropolitan Council
(no description)

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