Title
Approval of an Ordinance Amending Olympia Municipal Code Regarding Regulations of Fencing
Recommended Action
Committee Recommendation:
The Olympia Planning Commission recommends approval of the proposed amendments as modified.
City Manager Recommendation:
Move to approve an Ordinance adopting amendments to Chapter 18.40 of the Olympia Municipal Code to allow the use of electric security fencing around storage yards within commercial and industrial zone districts.
Report Issue:
Whether to approve an Ordinance adopting amendments to Chapter 18.40 of the Olympia Municipal Code to allow the use of electric security fencing around storage yards within commercial and industrial zones.
Staff Contact:
Cari Hornbein, Senior Planner, Community Planning and Development, 360.753.8048
Presenter(s):
Cari Hornbein, Senior Planner, Community Planning and Development
Background and Analysis:
Background and Analysis changed from first reading to second reading.
A change to the Ordinance from first reading to second reading is on page 6, in section J as shown below:
Gates, bollards, or other features of an electric security fence must comply with the provisions in OMC 18.38.40.060.C.3 18.40.060.C.3 and provide emergency access in a manner acceptable to the Fire Marshal.
The City received an application from Amarok LLC to amend OMC 18.40 to allow the use of electric security fences. Currently, only low-voltage electric fences are permitted to protect farms or agricultural animals.
The original application materials are attached and include justification statements, proposed code language, and photos. Key provisions of the original proposal include:
* Allow use of security fences within commercial and industrial districts up to 10 feet in height.
* Surround the electric security fence with a non-electric perimeter fence or wall to discourage intruders and prevent accidental contact by passers-by.
* Use a 12-volt DC powered storage battery to energize the f...
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