Planning Commission grants 3-foot side-street setback exemption for Norwich Trail fence

On June 18, 2026, the Port Washington Planning Commission approved a special exemption to allow a residential fence to extend 3 feet into the side-street setback at 1361 Norwich Trail. The agenda identified James Showalter as the applicant.

Staff presenter Mr. Harris explained that the northwest corner of the lot is 'clipped' rather than a right angle, which causes the required 30-foot setback to be technically encroached by approximately 3 feet for the pool privacy fence. He said screening and the location of the lot mean there were no issues with the vision triangle.

Commissioner Mr. Elick moved to approve the exemption and Ms. Mock seconded; the commission approved the motion by voice vote with no opposition recorded. Chair and applicant exchanged brief courtesy remarks after the vote. The commission then proceeded to discussion of the zoning code rewrite.