Planning Commission recommends zoning code change to allow administrative permits for golf‑ball safety nets

Feb 27, 2025

The commission recommended amending the county zoning code to add a definition and administrative-permit process for golf‑ball safety nets, clarifying materials, maintenance and potential heights (determined via professional impact analysis); item forwarded to the Board of Supervisors.

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Mark Michellena of Development Services presented a county-initiated zoning code amendment (CCA 25-001) to update walls and fences rules in Butte County Code chapter 24. The proposed changes add a definition for "golf ball safety nets" and create an administrative-permit pathway to allow netting along property lines adjacent to golf courses when owners request protection from errant golf balls.

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