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Building commissioner reports pushback on fence ordinance; council to review permit costs
Summary
Building Commissioner James Melnik told council he has received substantial resident pushback on restrictions that limit fences to less than six feet. Treasurer Sal Roti suggested the council review fence-permit fees, noting frequent inspections by the commissioner.
Building Commissioner James Melnik reported to the council that residents are pushing for permission to install six-foot fences and asked the council to consider revising the fence ordinance. Treasurer Sal Roti noted that the current fence-permit fee is low and suggested the council review the fee structure because Commissioner Melnik conducts multiple inspections before a fence is completed.
The Journal records the concern as an operational and code-enforcement issue; no ordinance amendment or formal motion to change permit fees was recorded at this meeting. The item may be scheduled for committee review where cost, inspection frequency and ordinance language can be discussed in greater detail.
