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Homewood BZA approves small picket fence at 310 Saint Charles Street for child safety
Summary
The Board of Zoning Adjustment approved a variance allowing a three-foot picket fence at the property line of 310 Saint Charles Street to enable safe use of a side patio for a family with young children.
The Homewood City Board of Zoning Adjustment voted June 2 to approve a variance allowing a three-foot picket fence at the property line of 310 Saint Charles Street so the homeowners can safely use a side patio that opens directly onto a busy street.
Scott Wiseman, who with his wife Meredith owns the property, told the board they have two young children and need the fence to secure the side patio area. "We have 2 young kids. We've got a almost 3 year old in July and a 1 year old son," Scott Wiseman said, describing the safety concern that prompted the request.
The applicants said no work had been done on the fence prior to the hearing and that a prior picket fence had existed at the property before construction. Staff confirmed the property line and right-of-way configuration along Irving Avenue and noted the right-of-way and curb locations when explaining measurement points. Board members reviewed photographs and a map during their deliberation.
After discussion the board moved and seconded approval for the three-foot picket fence at the side patio; the motion passed on a roll-call vote with one opposing vote recorded and the board granted the applicants one year to apply for the permit. The board clerk noted the approval carries the standard one-year window to apply for permits.
