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Commission approves code change to allow outdoor fireplaces in all zoning districts (rear-yard restrictions remain)
Summary
The planning commission unanimously recommended a code amendment to allow outdoor fireplaces in all zoning districts, subject to building and fire code setbacks and appearance review for nonresidential and multifamily applications; staff cited prior inconsistent interpretations and specific past approvals as context.
The Eller Park Planning Commission on Sept. 16 recommended approval of a land-development-code amendment to permit outdoor fireplaces in all zoning districts in rear yards, subject to existing building- and fire-code regulations. For restaurants, outdoor fireplaces could still be permitted elsewhere on site (consistent with the code), but nonresidential and multifamily installations will continue to require appearance review.
Staff said the village previously allowed some outdoor…
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