[Ord. No. 497, 5-15-2018]
As used in this Chapter, the following terms shall have the meanings indicated:
FENCE
A barrier, railing or other upright structure, typically of wood or wire, enclosing an area of ground to mark a boundary, control access or prevent escape.
PRIVATE PROPERTY
A legal designation for the ownership of property by non-governmental legal entities.
RIGHT-OF-WAY
The legal right, established by usage or grant, to pass along a specific route through grounds or property belonging to another.
[Ord. No. 497, 5-15-2018]
A. 
Fences shall be located only on private property built with the consent of the property owner.
B. 
Fences in front yards cannot exceed seventy-two (72) inches in height.
C. 
Fences in front yards over forty-eight (48) inches can only be chain link to not obstruct view.
D. 
Fences shall be located five (5) feet from street or public right-of-way.
E. 
No fence shall be located within a sight triangle.
F. 
In the case of fences constructed over dedicated utility easements, a gate shall be installed on each end of the width of the easement. The City shall not be responsible for replacement if the fence is removed for maintenance purposes.
G. 
Fences shall not be located in a platted drainage easement.
H. 
Fence height cannot exceed eight (8) feet above grade.
I. 
Finished surfaces shall face outward from the property (when fronting public right-of-way).
J. 
Fences shall be maintained in a safe manner at all times.
K. 
This Chapter is passed notwithstanding the fact that there are currently fences in existence at properties which they will be allowed to keep.
L. 
It is provided, however, that existing fences shall not be expanded.
[Ord. No. 497, 5-15-2018]
A fence permit application shall be approved by the City before installation begins.
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Editor's Note: The Fence Permit and Fence Permit Supplement, which were attached to Ord. No. 497, are on file in the City offices.
[Ord. No. 497, 5-15-2018]
Any person, firm or corporation who violates any provision of this Chapter shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine not less than seventy-five dollars ($75.00) and not more than two hundred twenty-five dollars ($225.00) for each day in which the violation occurs.