HomeMy WebLinkAbout3078 Resolution RESOLUTION NO. 507
A RESOLUTION establishing City policy on subdivision boundary fencing standards
WHEREAS, the Comprehensive Plan encourages the beautification of major
streets in the city; and
WHEREAS, the construction of fences from different materials and styles along
arterial streets creates a haphazard appearance; and
WHEREAS, certain types of fencing material deteriorates quickly or is
susceptible to damage creating unsightly conditions along major streets and,
WHEREAS, the haphazard construction of fences along major streets with
materials highly susceptible to damage and deterioration does not support or implement
the goals of the Comprehensive Plan; and,
WHEREAS, the haphazard construction of fences along major streets with
materials highly susceptible to damage and deterioration does not support the purposes of
the zoning regulations that are designed to promote a more favorable environment and
attractive city; and,
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has taken note of the conditions of
subdivision fences along major street and reviewed the issue during the April 17, 2008
Planning Commission meeting; and,
WHEREAS,the Planning Commission concluded that for long-term maintenance
and avoidance of eyesores, subdivision fencing should be constructed of low-
maintenance durable materials such as architectural block, high density polyethylene or
pre-cast concrete panels; and,
WHEREAS, the first choice of the Planning Commission for low maintenance
durable fencing materials was architectural block; and,
WHEREAS, the City Council concurs with the Planning Commission's
assessment of subdivision fencing and suggestion for use of durable construction
materials; NOW THEREFORE,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASCO:
Section 1. That all subdivision boundary fences, where required by preliminary
plat resolution, shall be constructed of architectural concrete block or poured
concrete panels.
Section 2. That a concrete mow strip shall be placed on the public side of
subdivision boundary fences a minimum of 12 inches in width. " '
Passed b the City Co ncil of the City of Pasco this 19th day of May, 2008.
Joyce so Mayo
Sandy L. Kinworthy, Deputy City Clerk
APP S TO FORM:
Leland B. Kerr, City Attorney