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Council continues fence-height ordinance discussion, no final rule adopted
Summary
Council discussed possible changes to the fence-height ordinance on May 6, 2026; staff presented a report, councilmembers shared local examples and the city attorney provided legal guidance, and a poll on fence height was taken but no ordinance was adopted.
The Chewelah City Council received a staff report from City Administrator Tonya Wallace about potential updates to the city’s fence ordinance and discussed whether to change existing rules. Councilmember Blake Weirs offered examples of different fence styles observed in town; City Attorney Mike Waters advised on legal considerations and procedure.
Council debated options but did not adopt an ordinance at the May 6 meeting. Minutes record that a poll was taken on fence height, and Mike Waters outlined how council could proceed to establish formal procedures. Staff will return with recommended language and next steps if council chooses to advance an ordinance.
