FINAL ORDINANCE NO. 97-137 - Laserfiche WebLink

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Subd. 2 — Finished Face of Fence That side of the fence considered to be the face (finished side as opposed to structural supports and frame) shall face abutting property and Public Streets. Subd. 3 — Chain Link or Cyclone Fences Chain Link, and wire mesh fences are permitted to a maximum height of 72 inches measured from grade. No chain link, cyclone or wire mesh fence shall be permitted in any front, side, or rear setback. (See Figure 302.2) 302.03 — Fences in the Shoreland Overlay District No fence shall be permitted in the OHW setback of any parcel located in Shoreland, as defined by Section 150 of the City Code except where the principal structure is entirely located within said OHW setback. 302.04 Temporary Fences Subd. 1— Defined For the purposes of this ordinance Temporary Fences are those that are installed and removed on a seasonal basis, such as snow fences and garden fences. Temporary Fences shall be open to light and air over not less than 40% of the fence surface area. Subd. 2 — Duration and Limitation No snow fence shall or posts therefore shall be installed prior to November 1, and must be removed prior to April 15. Subd. 3 — Height and Location Temporary Fences shall comply with the fence and fence location standards of Section 302.01, except that snow fences shall be set back at least 50 feet from any south or east property line, or such additional distance as may be required to prevent the accumulation of snow on public streets or adjoining property, as determined by the Building Official. 302.05 Agricultural Exemption Fences constructed on parcels in excess of 5 acres for the keeping of horses; and fences constructed on parcels in excess of 10 acres for the keeping of other livestock, as defined by Section 150 the City Code, are specifically exempted from the provisions of this section. Any such agricultural fencing shall be at least 75 % open to air and light.