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Commission backs 6-foot front-yard fence variance at 1604 South Avenue
Summary
After hearing from the owner and a supporter, the Planning Commission approved a variance allowing a 6-foot fence in the front setback at 1604 South Avenue, citing neighborhood precedents and property-owner privacy concerns; the item will be forwarded to City Council.
The Planning Commission approved a variance allowing a 6-foot fence in the front-yard setback at 1604 South Avenue, exceeding the ordinance's 48-inch (4-foot) front-yard limit. The public hearing included one protest concerned about sight lines near a stop sign and testimony from the applicant and a neighbor who said similar fences exist in the area.
Kelly, a staff member presenting the item, explained the ordinance baseline: "our ordinance says you are allowed a 48 inches fence in your front setback." Applicant Ruben Reyna, who said he has owned the lot since 1995 and is a military veteran, told commissioners he sought a 6-foot fence for privacy and to protect equipment. He summarized his request: "I want a 6 foot fence for privacy." A neighbor and helper, Cody Gus, said approving the fence would "better the appearance of that neighborhood" and prevent slow drive-bys that target equipment. The commission closed the hearing and approved the variance by unanimous roll call; Kelly noted the approved item will proceed to City Council on Aug. 18.
The staff recommendations included standard governmental approvals before construction and a reminder that any future changes to fence placement or height would require separate review.
