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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL MAY 149 2025 Kwapick introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOL UTION NO. 2025-5-72 — APPROVING A VARIANCE FOR LOT DEPTH TO BE 125.4 FEET WHEN 13 0 IS REQ UIRED A T 49 OLD CO UNTY R OAD C WITH THE FINDINGS OF FA CT AS OUTLINED IN THE STAFF REPORT The foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Miller. Ayes (5). Nays (0). Resolution declared adopted. CONSIDER ORDINANCE 912 AMENDING ZONING CODE CHAPTERS 904 AND 915 RELATING TO FENCES The Community Development Director provided background information about fences and walls, identifying issues with the current city code language. He reviewed the proposed code amendments as reviewed and recommended by the Planning Commission, noting items for the Council to consider. Mayor Fischer opened the public hearing for comments from the general public. There were no comments from the public. Upon motion by Miller, seconded by Gutierrez, the public hearing was closed. Ayes (5). Nays (0). Motion adopted. Malone agreed that these changes will create efficiency for staff. She asked if it would be up to the homeowner whether they receive an official land survey of the property lines. The Community Development Director confirmed that is correct as the city currently accepts estimates of the property line. He stated that in the event of a conflict that would be between property owners and the city would not be involved. He noted that two surveys can often provide different results, and the city does not want to be involved in those disputes. He stated that sometimes a letter is required from a neighbor that states they do not object to the fence placement, acknowledging that it could be on the property line. Miller asked for clarification on a chain link fence and whether it would be allowed for a front yard. The Community Development Director confirmed that a chain link fence would still be allowed and reviewed the regulations that would exist for a front yard. Gutierrez asked for clarification on the allowed height for a fence on a corner lot. The Community Development Director provided additional details on the height that would be allowed on an arterial roadway, as long as the corner sightlines are preserved. Malone introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOL UTION NO. 2025-5-73 — APPROVING ORDINANCE 912 TO AMEND CHAPTERS 904 AND 915 OF THE LITTLE CANADA ZONING CODE RELATING TO FENCES AND APPROVING A SUMMAR PUBLICATION OF THE ORDINANCE The foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Kwapick. Ayes (5). Nays (0). Resolution declared adopted. 11