O-2008-1501-L6 placement of electric fences on the premises of single-family dwellings

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REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM Agenda Date Requested: Budl!et Requested By: T. Tietjens Source of Funds: Department: PlanniD~ Account Number: Report: Resolution: Ordinance: x Amount Budgeted: Exhibits: Z<<minl! Sect. 106-799 Amount Requested: Exhibits: 08/26/08 Staff Memo to P&Z Budgeted Item: YES NO Exhibits: Ordinance SUMMARY & RECOMMENDATION At their 07/28/08 and 08/25/08 workshops City Council discussed the regulation prohibiting electric fences within the city. Ordinance #894, passed in 1971, was later incorporated into Zoning Section 106-799 but the prohibition continues. At the close of the 08/25/08 workshop, Council identified their wish for a change that allows tested/approved electric fence equipment (installed in accordance with manufacturer's instmctions) for single-family dwellings. This proposal was to assist owners in the management of livestock: and dogs. Since a change to the city's zoning regulations requires a review and recommendation by the city's Planning & Zoning (P&Z) Commission, Council's recommendation was going to be forwarded to P&Z for a 09/16108 public hearing; however, the situation with Hurricane Ike delayed the matter until 10/16/08. The P&Z recommendation is as follows: . Allow electric fences for single-family dwellings (to assist owners in the management of livestock and dogs only) . Prohibit electric fences in all other uses . Owner/occupant shall be responsible for obtaining/paying for an electric fence permit (prior to the fence installation) . Owner/occupant shall install and maintain signage on the electric fence . Owner/occupant shall be responsible for scheduling a city inspection to confirm the product is tested/approved and installed in accordance with manufacturer's instructions Staff supports the P&Z recommendation and recommends passage of the ordinance as proposed by them. Ill? ~ n'te