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Consideration of the request by David Guthery, Landcrafters, LLC., for a side yard fence height exception at 2414 N. 88th Street
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Submitted by:
Stefanie Escobedo
Department:
Development
A. Issue/Background
The applicant is requesting a fence code exception for a six-foot fence to be constructed in the side yard along the south parcel line for a length of approximately 28 feet.
Proposed fence
The requested exception is for a 6’ fence in the side yard.
Allowed by City code
Under 15.28.030A., fences located in the side yard not abutting a street are allowed up to four and one-half feet or less in height.
Attachments to this report include the project request, site plan, photos and a letter of support from the affected neighbor.
B. Recommendation
Under the exception provisions, the applicant must demonstrate to the Board that a hardship exists created by conforming to the fence regulations. The Board should consider all of the following, making findings that each of these factors applies in favor of granting the exception:
1. Whether strict application of the code would create a hardship to the property owner;
2. Whether the hardship results from conditions which are unique to the property, or unusual in comparison to the properties to which the code is generally applicable; and
3. Whether the application of the exception will be consistent with the intent of the ordinance and not impair public safety.