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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL DECEPSBER 21, 1994 unless written permission is obtained from the adjacent property owner to place the fence on the property line. Mrs. Scalze introduced the following ordinance and moved its adoption: ORDINANCE NO. 397 - AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 903.020.,SUBD. F., 2. OF THE ZONING CODE OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF LITTLE CANADA, REGARDING THE LOCATION OF BOUNDARY LINE FENCES The foregoing ordinance was duly seconded by LaValle. Ayes (5) Scalze, LaValle, Hanson, Pedersen, Morelan. Nays (0). Ordinance declared adopted. Morelan noted the Planner~s comments at the Planning Commission meeting that the screening of commercial/industrial fences from residential property is addressed in the Landscape Ordinance. Morelan asked if this was a problem and whether the issue should be clarified in the Fence Ordinance so one would not have to move from one ordinance to another in determining all the various requirements. The City Planner suggested that the language in the Landscape Ordinance could be repeated in the Fence Ordinance, however, noted that it was just a matter of being familiar with the City's Codes. Morelan was concerned that the requirement would get missed, and suggested that staff discuss the matter and make a recommend for change if it is determined necessary. TIMA LOT Hanson reported that there is 100 feet of road right- SPLIT/ of-way for Bluwood Avenue and 40 feet for Australian. AUSTRALIAN- The Tima property abuts both streets, and Mr. Tima BLUWOOD would like to find a way to divide his property and STREET develop two additional lots. OPTIONS Morelan reported that he is a property owner in the area, and due to conflict-of-interest, will abstain from any discussion or voting on this matter as a Council Member. However, he would address the Council as a property owner. Hanson pointed out that when property was first platted 9