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Boerne Zoning Board denies request for 6-foot fence at 612 Graham Street

5873441 · October 1, 2025
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Summary

The Boerne Zoning Board of Adjustments and Appeals voted 5-0 to deny a variance seeking a 6-foot fence along the Iron Street frontage of 612 Graham Street, citing neighborhood character and lack of demonstrated hardship.

The Boerne Zoning Board of Adjustments and Appeals denied a variance request on a 5-0 vote to allow a 6-foot fence along the Iron Street frontage of the Irons and Grams Addition, Lot 89A (612 Graham Street).

Ben Simmons, a member of the City of Boerne planning department, told the board the applicant requested the variance to place a taller fence at the property line rather than at the setback line. Simmons summarized public notice and responses and noted staff findings on the Unified Development Code (UDC) criteria, saying, "Staff recommends that the zoning board of adjustments hold a public hearing and determine if the criteria for a variance have been met and approve or deny the variance…

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