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Planning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes August 16, 2022 Page 3 1 2 Mr. Grittman stated, under Gardens, the deletion of “not encroach on other property or right 3 of way” is proposed, as well as a setback of 3 feet from a neighboring property. The proposed 4 list of acceptable landscape coverage is proposed to be amended to include rock, wood, 5 mulch, other decorative materials. 6 7 Commissioner Rude stated it would be helpful to add a comment related to prohibiting the use 8 of impervious surface underneath landscape rock, to make people think more about it. 9 Commissioner Morita stated that is a good idea but asked whether it is enforceable. 10 Commissioner Rude stated it would be a good way to bring it to people’s attention. 11 12 There were no objections from the Commissioners. 13 14 Mr. Grittman stated the Planning Commission reviewed Fences last month and forwarded a 15 recommendation to the City Council regarding an amendment to City Code related to 16 allowable fence height of 7 feet. The City Council tabled action on this item pending further 17 consideration. 18 19 Mr. Grittman stated the Building Code no longer addresses fences that are 7 feet or less in 20 height, and a building permit is not required. He added it is unclear how to address whether a 21 survey is required. He noted both a survey and affidavit are currently required. 22 23 Mr. Grittman stated City Staff recommends that applicants requesting a fence permit are 24 responsible for ensuring that the fence is on their property, and that the process of requesting a 25 permit indicates their agreement with that stipulation. The City has the authority to mark the 26 line by survey but would not normally make that requirement as it is onerous. 27 28 Mr. Grittman stated language is proposed to be deleted related to the location of fence to 29 abutting property. 30 31 Mr. Grittman stated the City Council did not adopt the proposed allowable 7-foot fence 32 height, which would include panels but measured at the post, including post caps. The City 33 Council will continue to review that issue. 34 35 Mr. Grittman stated City Staff proposes, under Materials, that welded wire fences, or “non 36 prefabricated wire panels” should be prohibited. He added this is the type of fence you would 37 see in an agricultural area. He noted some welded wire fences are framed in wood and can be 38 attractive. 39 40 Mr. Grittman stated a reference to posts and fillings was deleted, as fences must be 41 constructed to be structurally sound as a general standard. 42 43 Mr. Grittman stated Item D – New or Like New Materials has been added to assist the Zoning 44 Administrator determine whether proposed materials meet requirements. Applicants can 45 appeal this decision. 46