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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION—FEBRUARY 16, 2021 2 it at a setback of 50 percent of the structure setback. The structure setback standards vary depending on the lake classification as established by Minnesota Regulations, Part 6120.3300, and the Protected Waters Inventory Map for Ramsey County. Staff reviewed a table of information with the breakdown the setback standards for accessible Arden Hills lakes. Community Development Manager/City Planner Mrosla explained City Code Section 1330.03 Subd. 5, E also states that accessory structures within the OHWL shall not exceed sixty-four (64) square feet in size or eight (8) feet by eight (8) feet and eight (8) feet in height measured to the highest point of the structure; and is not used for human habitation and does not contain a water supply or sewage treatment facilities. It worth noting that no more than two (2) accessory structures shall be permitted on a lot primarily used for residential uses and the structures shall not exceed seven hundred and twenty-eight (728) square feet in floor area. The accessory structures shall not occupy more than 25 percent of the rear yard. The exterior finish of accessory structures shall be compatible in appearance and material used with the principal structure. Councilmember Scott stated he supported the size of these structures within the OHWL being increased, but he did not have a definite number. He questioned if City Code allowed up to two structures on a property at this time, as long as they did not exceed 728 square feet in floor area. Community Development Manager/City Planner Mrosla reported this was correct. Councilmember McClung commented he was a yes for the first question. Councilmember Holmes stated her answer to question one was maybe. Councilmember Holden stated she was a yes for question one. Mayor Grant indicated he was a yes for question one as well. He requested the Council address question two at this time. Councilmember Scott stated he could support the structures within the OHWL be no more than 225 square feet which would be a 15' by 15' structure. Councilmember Holden questioned what the width of the narrowest lot on the lake was. Community Development Manager/City Planner Mrosla estimated the narrowest lot to be 54 feet. Councilmember Holden indicated she could support the structures within the OHWL going to 100 square feet in size. Mayor Grant commented he would support the size being north of 100 square feet. Councilmember McClung stated he could support up to 150 square feet.