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Lyon County Accepts Fence-Viewing Order, Directs Landowner Notices Under Resolution 62-96
Summary
After a fence viewing on Aug. 6, 2025, the commission accepted a draft order finding the existing fence exceeds Lyon County requirements under Resolution 62-96, applying the traditional right-hand rule and requiring landowners to equally contribute to fence construction up to the legal standard; motion passed 3-0.
County Counselor Molly Priest provided commissioners with a draft order prepared after a fence viewing on Aug. 6, 2025. The order states the current fence exceeds Lyon County fence requirements under Lyon County Resolution 62-96, applies the traditional right-hand rule and directs that each landowner contribute equally toward construction of a legally sufficient fence. Commissioner Chris Bartel said the order matched his understanding of the law; the commission accepted the order 3-0.
Staff will send copies of the Fence Viewing Minutes, the Order and a map to affected landowners. Ryan Benton, a landowner, voiced concerns about the determination during the discussion; the final action in the minutes shows the commission accepted the Order despite his concerns.
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