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Board approves low black rail fence for historic 305 North Third Street
Summary
The Anvil Architectural History Board voted to approve an aluminum, open-design rail fence set behind the facade at 305 North Third Street, finding the proposal met design guidelines and posed no visual obstruction to the historic Old Rose/Rain Tree House.
The Anvil Architectural History Board voted to approve a certificate-of-appropriateness request allowing a low, aluminum rail fence at 305 North Third Street, commonly known as the Old Rose House or Rain Tree House. Staff told the board the fence would sit behind the front façade, be an open, black powder‑coated aluminum rail and remain under the board’s five‑foot design guideline height, and recommended approval without restrictions.
A board member moved to approve the applicant’s request and another seconded; the board voted in the affirmative. Staff noted the fence is not attached to the house and described it as minimally visible from North Third Street. The applicant told the board the fence is for the safety of grandchildren and pets.
The board’s approval clears the owner to proceed with the fence as presented. No permit conditions or follow‑up requirements were recorded in the meeting minutes.
