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Rothschild updates fence rules to allow garden and plant-protection mesh
Summary
The Village of Rothschild amended its zoning code to permit wire‑mesh fences for gardens and protective plant fencing while keeping existing height and setback limits; the change was recommended by the zoning coordinator and approved unanimously by the board.
Zoning Coordinator Rebekka Borchardt told the Village Board on June 9 that the village’s fence ordinance (Code of Ordinances Part III, Chapter 590 Section 590‑95) currently limits permitted materials to types traditionally used to mark property lines and that those materials are not always practical for garden or protective plant fencing. She recommended updating the ordinance to allow exceptions so wire mesh could be used for gardens and for fencing that protects trees, shrubs and other plantings, while preserving existing height and yard‑setback requirements.
Trustee Deb Ehster moved to approve the proposed ordinance change; Trustee Sam Stroik seconded the motion. The board approved the amendment 7‑0. The change is intended to clarify permit applicability and allow more practical, economical fencing options for gardens and plant protection without altering dimensional rules such as front, side and rear yard setbacks or maximum heights.
The minutes record that the zoning coordinator added language ensuring that all height and setback requirements remain in force and recommended the amendment as submitted. No implementation date was specified in the minutes.
