Placement: Other Public Hearings
Action Requested: Motion / Vote
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Order 24-01, Quasi-Judicial, Public Hearing, an Appeal of the Planning and Zoning Board Denial of a Request for a Variance of 2 Feet to Allow a 10-Foot-High Fence on the Eastern Perimeter of the Property(P24-121).
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Submitted By: Daniel Robinson, Planner III
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Executive Summary (General Business): The owner is requesting a variance of 2 feet to allow a 10-foot-high fence on the eastern perimeter of their property. Section 158.216(B) of the Zoning Code permits a maximum height of 8 feet for residential fences.
Presentation Information: Staff shall provide a presentation.
Staff Recommendation: That the Council review the decision made by the Planning and Zoning Board on September 5, 2024 and make a determination regarding whether the decision should be affirmed or reversed.
Background: There is 6-foot-high vinyl fence on the north, south, and west sides of the property. The property owner has stated that the fencing on these three sides will meet current code requirements. The fencing on the eastern perimeter consists of 6-foot wooden fencing with 4 feet of plywood added to the top of the fencing. The owner has stated that the plywood will be removed, and the remaining height of the fencing will be constructed with permitted fence material.
Issues/Analysis: On September 5, 2024, the Planning and Zoning Board denied the request for a variance to the fence height on the eastern perimeter of the property. A formal appeal was submitted on September 6, 2024, by Lauren Quintero.
Financial Information: N/A
Special Consideration: N/A
Location of Project: 597 NW Fairfax Avenue
Attachments:
* Planning and Zoning Board Minutes
* Staff report
* Application
* Deed
* Survey
* Staff presentation
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