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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL — JANUARY 11, 2021 8 Councilmember McClung explained he did not believe this case would set a precedent due to the severity of the topography of this property. He stated the next request would have to prove there was no other possible location for a shed except for within the OHWM. He indicated approving this request would only apply to properties with topographical concerns. He commented he supported the Council taking another look at the Shoreline Ordinance. Councilmember Scott stated the Planning Commission was divided on this issue, along with the neighbors. He explained one neighbor stated at the meeting that if this request were approved, he could foresee a flood of additional requests coming to the City. He indicated he was concerned about the precedent that would be set if this variance were approved. Councilmember Holden discussed the size of sheds that were allowed on residential properties in Arden Hills. She supported the Council revisiting this issue as a whole. Mayor Grant agreed the Council should revisit this issue. Councilmember Holmes stated she wasn't aware of the rule regarding a second accessory structure. He requested further information as to the size of the structures that were allowed for lakeshore properties. Community Development Manager/City Planner Mrosla reported lakeshore properties were allowed to have a 64 square foot shed within the OHWM setback and could have one additional structure and these structures cannot exceed 728 square feet. Councilmember Holmes agreed that the Shoreline Ordinance should be further reviewed by the Council. Mayor Grant commented one of the options available to the Council would be to table action on the request. Councilmember Holden opposed tabling action. She stated depending on how the Council moves forward with this matter, the applicant may have to submit new plans for the shed. For this reason, she recommended the request not be tabled. Community Development Manager/City Planner Mrosla indicated this was the case and noted if the Council amended the Shoreline Ordinance to allow for up to 100 square feet, the applicant would withdraw their application as the proposal would meet ordinance. The applicant could then submit plans for a shed up to 100 square feet or request a new variance for a shed over 100 square feet. Mayor Grant asked if staff could work with the applicant on an extension. Community Development Manager/City Planner Mrosla explained he could work with the applicant on this matter, noting the 60 day timeline expires on January 23, 2021. Mayor Grant inquired if the Council could take this item up in the next 60 days.