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ZBA hears Poplar Street fence case; matter closed after discussion of setback and sight-line concerns

Bridgeport Zoning Board of Appeals · March 11, 2026
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Summary

The Zoning Board discussed a variance to legalize a 6-foot front-yard fence at 195–205 Poplar Street. The applicant argued the fence secures tenant parking; commissioners questioned frontage height and setback compliance and the board closed the matter (no numeric vote recorded in the transcript).

The Bridgeport Zoning Board considered a variance request to legalize an existing 6-foot front-yard fence at 195, 199 and 205 Poplar Street, a five-unit multifamily property with 13 parking spaces.

Attorney Chris Russo said the fence and gates were installed to secure off-street parking for tenants and noted the fence is visually open (aluminum black…

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