Board approves fence design for patio at 1113 Mound St.; right-of-way use, liquor license still require separate approvals

The Davenport City Design Review Board approved the proposed fence design and height for an outdoor patio at 1113 Mound Street, noting that part of the proposed fence may extend into the public right-of-way and would therefore require separate city council approval for a franchise agreement or right-of-way use.

Staff showed photos highlighting the narrow sidewalk and existing utilities in the right-of-way near the site, and advised that construction on city property or in the right-of-way is outside the board’s jurisdiction. The petitioner, who identified himself as Parker, said the design mirrors a previously approved fence at a nearby property and that the patio would accommodate small tables and planters; he also said the business has already submitted a liquor-license amendment to allow service outside.

Board members asked about clearances at the narrowest section of the patio (the petitioner said it is about 4 feet at the narrowest point and about 9 feet at the widest) and confirmed there will be no gates; the ramp to the front entrance will remain accessible and the fence will return to the building at both ends. Staff reminded the applicant to obtain any required council approvals for use of the right-of-way and to align the fence area with any liquor-license boundary if the city approves outside alcohol service.

The board approved the fence materials and height in a roll-call vote. The applicant will await the city’s determination on how far into the right-of-way he may place the fence and must secure any franchise agreement or license amendment before constructing or using the fence area in the public right-of-way.

Staff also agreed to follow up with the fire department and code enforcement regarding an unrelated long-standing enclosure issue on nearby Eleventh Street the board member raised during discussion.