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Council debates proposed fence code changes; agrees to allow solid fencing, rejects narrow double-fence language
Summary
Council discussed proposed amendments to the city's fences code (Chapter 11.65). Members agreed to permit solid (no-gap) fences, rejected a proposed allowance of double fencing with only a 6-inch gap, and left in place a requirement that applicants provide a survey or written neighbor consent for a permit.
Willowick City Council discussed proposed amendments to Chapter 11.65 of the codified ordinances concerning fences, and instructed the law director to prepare revised language for further consideration.
Council members said planning commission recommended three changes: permit solid-type (no-gap) fencing, allow so-called double fencing (a new fence placed next to an existing one) with a maximum 6-inch separation, and require either a survey or written consent from adjoining neighbors when issuing a fence permit. During the…
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