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Council adopts Title 19 revisions changing C1/C2 fencing definitions and requirements
Summary
The Rawlins City Council approved amendments to Title 19 that update fencing material and definition language for industrial and commercial zones; the revisions leave material standards broad while adding clarifications about visibility, setbacks and state requirements.
The Rawlins City Council voted Aug. 19 to adopt changes to Title 19 of the Rawlins Municipal Code that revise fencing requirements, definitions and schedule‑of‑uses language for industrial/commercial C‑1 and commercial C‑2 zones.
The motion to approve the Title 19 proposed changes was made by Council member Singer and seconded; the vote passed 7‑0.
Staff summarized that the rewrite followed research and review, including comparative language from other Wyoming municipalities and input from Planning and Zoning and the Board of Adjustments. Attorney Mayberry and planning staff said the updates were intended to clarify terms and allow flexibility in acceptable materials while still requiring fences to be “reasonably suited” and to meet visibility and safety standards.
Council members asked whether the code should enumerate acceptable materials. Council member Steve Sanger noted concern about unconventional materials; Attorney Mayberry said the ordinance intentionally uses broader language to allow creative options so long as construction is “substantial” and appropriate for the intended purpose. “So long as it is reasonably suited for what it is intended to be,” Mayberry said, the material can be permitted.
Council members also asked about consistency with state requirements for fencing along state routes; staff said the draft considered state statutes and federal requirements and aimed to preserve compliance. Sections of the draft were highlighted to make the changes easier to review.
Ending: The ordinance amendment will be codified in Title 19; staff and planning will apply the clarified fencing and definition standards to future permit and enforcement actions.
