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Commission approves 4-foot white picket fence for 408 South Main
Summary
The Berlin Historic District Commission approved a permit for a 4-foot-high white vinyl picket fence (Glendale model) and a small gate at 408 South Main Street after the applicant’s engineer presented materials and commissioners found the style appropriate to the property's 1920s-era character.
The Berlin Historic District Commission approved a permit for a 4-foot-high white vinyl picket fence at 408 South Main Street (case 10-1-25-30) after a presentation by the applicant’s representative.
Brad Parks, a professional engineer with Plitco Engineering, spoke for property owner Deborah Cheney and described the proposed Glendale 4-foot-by-8-foot white vinyl picket fence and a small gate for lawn access. Commissioners described the picket style as compatible with the home’s 1920s-era colonial character and expressed general support.
Commissioner (Speaker 2) moved to accept the case as submitted; Commissioner (Speaker 5) seconded the motion. The commission voted 'Aye' and approved the fence application.
During discussion the commission and staff also noted unrelated property-maintenance concerns nearby (a large trailer parked on a neighboring driveway). Staff (Speaker 9) said code enforcement would follow up to confirm vehicle tags and whether placement complied with front-yard/setback rules.
Outcome: The commission approved the fence permit for 408 South Main Street. Staff will monitor compliance on nearby properties and verify that the installed work matches the approved plans where permits are required.
