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The Bay-O-Vista Improvement Association met and discussed the proposed fence regulations and requested that a statement be added to the zoning code amendment regulating Fences, Walls & Hedges in the RS-VP District that would allow solid fence material above the 3-foot fence height "if mutually agreed upon by [adjacent or affected] neighbors." To address the Association's concerns, staff believes that such exceptions to allow solid fence material are best handled through the fence modification process. Use of tubular steel or wrought iron, suggested in the worksession as a potential fence material, could also be handled through the fence modification process. Staff is providing the Commission with the following language regarding Fences, Walls & Hedges in the RS-VP District: PROPOSAL: As a result of comments received by the Planning Commission, Board of Zoning Adjustments and interested members of the public that were obtained during the November 8, 2007 Joint worksession, as well as additional information obtained by staff after the hearing, staff is recommending the following zoning code amendments, as revised. 3. RS-VP District. In order to protect the existing view corridor, the maximum height of a solid fence, wall or hedge in the RS-VP District shall be no more than three (3) feet above finished grade. The portion of a permitted fence between the heights of three (3) feet to seven (7) feet shall be constructed with a transparent material such as, but not limited to, glass or welded wire or other fencing material that allows for continued enjoyment of the view. Transparent materials do not include chain link, mini-mesh, chicken wire, wood or lattice. Non-transparent structural materials necessary for the support of the fence are permitted every four (4) feet. The views currently enjoyed by neighbors shall be respected. The proposed construction shall not unreasonably block or diminish neighbors' views of distant and scenic features, such as the San Francisco Bay and surrounding open spaces and skylines, while balancing the applicant's ability to improve the subject property in accordance with the applicable restrictions. The Zoning Enforcement Official may modify the standards referenced herein subject to the approval of a Fence Modification Permit. Limited On-Line Used Vehicle Sales To accomplish the intent of these changes to the Zoning Code that allow for limited on-line used vehicle sales, various Sections of the Zoning Code were amended. Currently, a Conditional Use Permit is required for on-line vehicle sales. However, the Planning Department has determined that limited on-line vehicles sales could be allowed in certain Commercial and Industrial zoning districts, provided specific requirements are met to ensure that these sales do not adversely impact surrounding land uses. As a result, staff is recommending that limited on-line vehicle Planning Commission Staff Report December 13, 2007 Zoning Code Amendments Page 4 of 6