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Item No . PC : 11-5-87 TA-86-2 Page 2 since the utility meter is placed by the building, but fencing is often installed by the property owner . If it is not installed in the correct spot , the location of the utility box could unduly restrict the fencing options for the property owner . This is especially true in light of the fact that this ordinance would permit up to seven-foot-high open fences on all sides of the property. In addition to the three noted revisions , the Subcommittee also recommended inclusion of a special review procedure to evaluate the required depth to recess front yard gates. When required, this evaluation would be done as part of the Fence Plot Plan application. This provision is contained in the special fence requirement section. BACKGROUND: On July 31 , 1986 , the Planning Commission held a special meeting for public input on fence, building setback, and area regula- tions . At the meeting, several residents spoke to the current fence regulations, specifically the prohibition of fences over four feet in front yard setbacks. At the conclusion of this meeting, a special subcommittee of the Planning Commission was appointed to review current regulations and propose appropriate revisions . The Fence Subcommittee consists of Commissioners Jungeblut , Gabbard, and Carter . After several work sessions , the subcommittee came up with the enclosed recommended revisions. These standards were developed not only by reviewing the approaches of other local jurisdic- tions, but also by using visual aids and models, as well as by actual on-site visits. Their one overriding consideration in the development of the proposed revisions was that of safety and liability (see County Counsel memo, Attachment II ) . Even though the property owners at the special meeting wanted a reduction in current regulations, they acknowledged that fence location and type should not impact health and safety considerations. In addition to the proposed revisions to current requirements, new definitions and special provisions have also been developed. Refer to Attachment I for this additional language . Based on the subcommittee ' s research and discussion, they agreed to recommend two substantial changes in current fence regula- tions. In the agricultural , RR, and RA zones, an open fence up to six feet would be permitted at the front property line . It should also be noted that the front yard setback has recently been reduced from 50 feet to 30 feet in the RR zone , which per-