(a) Visible from a Neighboring Residence or from a Public or Shared Right of Way. Fences which are visible from any neighboring residence or from a public or shared right of way are permitted only when they are:
(1) "Split rail" or "rail and post" fences which do not exceed four feet in height above established grade which contain sixty percent (60%) or greater "fence open area", are constructed of natural wood which is either untreated or treated in a natural wood finish, and whose vertical posts are separated by not less than four feet in distance from one another; or
(2) "Authentic stucco on masonry" fences, and stone or brick fences, which do not exceed four feet two inches in height above established grade. A height of six feet shall be allowed at the corners and entrance for aesthetic reasons; or
(3) Fences of construction and/or materials not expressly prohibited by this chapter and which the Village Architectural Board of Review shall expressly determine to be harmonious and compatible with those objectives expressed in Section 7.34 of the Village Charter, which section is incorporated by reference into this section as if fully rewritten herein.
(b) Not Visible from any Neighboring Residence or From a Public or Shared Right of Way. Fences are permitted in areas not visible from any neighboring residence or from a public or shared right of way if they are:
(1) Fences authorized in subsection (a) hereof; or
(2) Fences of any materials or construction other than chain link, barbed wire, or stockade which are no higher than six feet above established grade. The proposed materials and construction for such fences shall be approved by the Village Architectural Board of Review.
(c) Chain Link Enclosures for Tennis Courts. or other Similar Recreation Areas, Swimming Pools, or Pet Runs. Metal chain link fences are permitted if they have sixty percent (60%) or greater "fence open area" and if they:
(1) Do not exceed ten feet in height and enclose a tennis court or other similar recreational area; or
(2) Do not exceed five feet in height and enclose a swimming pool; or
(3) Do not exceed six feet in height and enclose a pet run.
A landscape plan to screen such enclosures from view from any neighboring residences or the general public may be required by the Planning and Zoning Commission.
The provisions of subsections (a) and (b) hereof shall not apply to fence enclosures authorized by this subsection (c).
(Ord. 1988-18. Passed 12-12-88.)