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Historic board escalates 204 Main Street vinyl‑fence dispute, plans legal review
Summary
The board discussed a retroactive vinyl fence installed at 204 Main Street without prior approval; members said vinyl fencing is not permitted in the historic district, and the board agreed to consult the village lawyer and ask the code enforcement officer to re‑examine the case and possible fines.
A protracted and sometimes tense exchange focused on an already installed vinyl fence at 204 Main Street. The homeowner explained he installed the vinyl fence for pool safety after an earlier wooden fence deteriorated and described the high cost of demolition and replacement; he proposed a parallel cedar 'facade' fence and evergreen plantings to screen the vinyl from view. Board members responded that design guidelines for the historic district explicitly prohibit vinyl fencing and expressed concern about setting a precedent if the board were to approve a vinyl installation after the fact.
The board asked staff to document visibility with photographs, to consult the village attorney and to ask the code enforcement officer to investigate outstanding violations listed in the HCRB files. The chair said the board will prepare a record and consider possible fines for properties that have not come into compliance after more than six months; the homeowner was advised the board would follow up by email after legal consultation. No vote to impose fines or require immediate demolition was recorded at the meeting; the item was referred for legal review.
