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Developer seeks limited front-yard fences in Renn Quarter; neighbors and staff urge caution
Summary
Ren Quarter developer asked the Planning Commission to permit front-yard fences for rear-load townhomes; the developer agreed to staff'recommended 36-inch limit but neighbors and staff warned fences could undermine a pedestrian-friendly streetscape and raise maintenance and precedent concerns.
Kara McJunkin, general partner of Ren Quarter TH LLC, asked the City of Frederick Planning Commission on Feb. 17 to allow front-yard fences for rear-load integral townhomes in Renn Quarter Phase 3. McJunkin said the developer initially sought 48-inch open-slat black aluminum fences but agreed the commission's staff recommendation to limit fences to 36 inches.
McJunkin told the commission the fences are intended to "define property lines, enhance curb appeal, and foster community interaction," and said the fences have performed well in other projects…
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