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15-019 — Ordinance / Text Amendment in Galveston, TX

Amendment to LDR Section 2.501 Fences and Walls to allow 8-foot solid masonry front yard fences in historically appropriate situations for Landmark-designated properties and for waterfront properties exceeding minimum lot area requirements. Staff recommends denial, citing concerns about vague terminology ("typical"), fire safety visibility issues, lack of clarity on applicability, and International Fire Code compliance regarding Knox Box requirements.

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Case history

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• First seen — 2026-10-01: First seen on a Planning Commission agenda · Planning Commission
• Staff recommendation — 2026-10-06: Staff recommendation: deny · Planning Commission

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