The placement of buildings shall reinforce the street wall, maximize natural surveillance
and visibility, and facilitate pedestrian access and circulation. The first floor
of buildings shall be located not more than eight (8) feet from Nicollet Mall, except
where a greater yard is required by this zoning ordinance or where the building is
separated from Nicollet Mall by outdoor open space that conforms to the standards
for the urban open space premium, established in Chapter 549, Downtown Districts. In the case of a corner lot, the building wall abutting each
street shall be located not more than eight (8) feet from the lot line, except where
a greater yard is required by this zoning ordinance or where the building is separated
from the lot line by outdoor open space that conforms to the standards for the urban
open space premium. The area between the building and the lot line, and all other
areas not occupied by buildings or used for parking and loading purposes, shall include
amenities such as landscaping, tables and seating. Buildings shall be oriented so
that at least one (1) principal entrance faces Nicollet Mall. The main lobby of the
building and main elevator access shall be located at street level. On-site accessory
parking facilities shall be located to the rear or interior side of the site, within
the principal building served, or entirely below grade.
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