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HDC approves like-for-like cedar fence replacement at 79 Cove Road
Summary
The commission approved replacement of the damaged fence at 79 Cove Road with natural, unfinished cedar pickets and a craftsman-style wood cap, finding the work to be a like-for-like replacement of the preexisting nonconforming fence.
The South Dennis Historic District Commission approved an application to replace a deteriorating fence at 79 Cove Road with a like-for-like cedar picket fence and new wood caps.
Owner Heather Young told the commission the existing fence sections are rotting and have been removed in places; she received conservation approval and sought the commission’s sign-off on the replacement and a change from gothic post caps to craftsman pyramid caps. Commissioners noted fences over 4 feet raise district concerns but agreed this proposal replaces a preexisting nonconforming installation and is largely functional as a wind barrier for plantings; they recommended natural cedar finish and the specified wood cap.
The board moved to approve the application with those details; the motion passed by voice vote.
