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Proposed amendments to city code regarding fence and hedge heights aim to increase allowable heights in front yards (hedges to 6ft) and backyards (fences to 7ft), and extend 6ft front yard fence height to M1/M1A zoning districts. This seeks to balance privacy, security for non-residential properties, and urban canopy expansion with concerns about maintaining historic district character.
At a glance
Declining — being discussed less frequently. 0 mentions in the last 30 days, 1 the 90 before that.
Minimal impact on city budget; primarily affects private property owners.
Residents seeking more privacy or those with ADUs.
Residents concerned about changes to historic neighborhood aesthetics or those who prefer lower visual barriers.
Proposed amendments to city code regarding fence and hedge heights aim to increase allowable heights in front yards (hedges to 6ft) and backyards (fences to 7ft), and extend 6ft front yard fence height to M1/M1A zoning districts. This seeks to balance privacy, security for non-residential properties, and urban canopy expansion with concerns about maintaining historic district character.
The Council is moving to allow taller fences and hedges to help residents with privacy and safety, especially for those with ADUs.
This would allow for taller buildings and more density in the area, which residents hope will be paired with the 'Rio Grande Plan' to bury the tracks.
Neighbors are concerned about increased traffic and parking issues on the narrow Denver Street.
This change would allow for significantly increased building heights (up to 600 feet with design review) and promote high-density, mixed-use development, aiming to revitalize an underdeveloped area with an emphasis on sustainability, arts, and walkability.
This will allow for the construction of additional housing units on the site.
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