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Pensacola homeowner ordered to seek variance for 8-foot backyard fence; compliance set for July 21 and court costs waived

5519966 · June 10, 2025
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A Pensacola hearing set a July 21 compliance deadline for an 8-foot backyard fence built without a permit at 7635 La Grande Drive, gave the homeowner time to pursue a height variance, and waived court costs pending the outcome.

A Pensacola hearing officer set a July 21 compliance deadline for an unpermitted 8-foot fence at 7635 La Grande Drive and waived court costs until that date, after the homeowner said he built the fence for privacy and to keep his dog from escaping.

Code enforcement staff presented a stop-work order dated March 27, 2025, issued by building inspector Juan Coto and said no building permit had been issued for the fence. Mr. Bilby said the notice of violation was served by certified mail on April 7, 2025, and that a notice of hearing had been posted on May 23, 2025. Bilby asked the hearing officer to find…

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