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CARMEL BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS | HEARING OFFICER
DEPARTMENT REPORT
MONDAY, JUNE 22, 2020
(V) Crutchfield Residence, Fence Height.
The applicant seeks the following development standards variance approval:
3. Docket No. PZ-2020-00061 V UDO Section 5.09.B Maximum 42” tall fence in front yard
allowed, 48” proposed. The site is located at 3554 Towne Dr. and is zoned S1/Residence (Lot 63 in
Shelborne Greene Subdivision). Filed by David and Ann Crutchfield, owners.
General Info & Analysis:
The Petitioner’s parcel is a corner lot with two front yards. Fences in the front yard cannot be taller than 42
inches (3.5 feet). The Petitioner seeks variance approval to place a 48-inch (4-ft) decorative wrought iron
looking fence in the front yard. This is a variance of 6 inches. Please see the Petitioner’s informational
packet for more detail on the variance request.
The fence ordinance (UDO section 5.09.B) requires the following:
B. Fences in Front Yards. The following shall apply to all residentially zoned lots or tracts, except those larger
than three acres:
1. Maximum Height: Fences located within any required Front Yard shall not exceed 42” in height, except as
otherwise noted in Sections 5.09(B)(4-6) for fences on corner lots or along certain street classifications.
2. Fence Type: Fences located in Front Yards are not intended for privacy. At least 25% of its area shall be
open to allow visibility through the fence. Such open spaces shall be reasonably dispersed throughout the
fence area, except where solid stone or brick walls are permitted. Examples include wrought iron or picket.
3. Front Setback: Fences and walls may be constructed on the Front Lot Line but shall be set back at least 1-ft
from any sidewalk or multi-use path…
The Petitioner addressed all the planning/zoning review comments, and the Planning Dept. supports this
variance request.
Petitioner’s Findings of Fact:
Please refer to the petitioner’s Findings of Facts included i n their info packet.
Recommendation:
The Dept. of Community Services recommends positive consideration of Docket No. PZ-2020-00061 V.