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Council backs staff guidance limiting front-yard fences after residents cite trespass and safety issues
Summary
Homeowners sought permission for 6-foot fences and gates at the property line citing trespass, vandalism and parking spillover from nearby businesses; staff recommended a 4-foot transparent fence to preserve historic character and the council voted to support staff recommendations.
Homeowners seeking approval for front-yard fences and gates described frequent trespassing, graffiti and parking overflow from nearby businesses and a short-term rental; they asked the commission to permit a gate aligned with the porch line and a taller privacy fence in limited areas.
The applicant (recorded in the meeting as William Camila) said people were…
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