Board briefed on fence replacement plan; variance sought because current height conflicts with code

Oct 19, 2026

Library staff will seek a planning-commission variance on Nov. 5 to replace an existing outdoor fence largely 'as is' with minor gate adjustments; a board member pressed whether the replacement should be shorter for safety, and staff said the intent is to keep the fence around six feet.

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The Library Services Director told the board the library will request a variance from the planning commission on Nov. 5 to replace the outdoor fence largely in its current configuration, citing changes in building codes that now make the existing fence too tall. "We're just asking to replace the fence as is," the Director said, adding the request would adjust gates to meet current standards.

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