Fence Height Variance Request at 606 N. Moss Avenue Terrace
Peoria
Summary
A homeowner built a 5-foot fence in 2021 to keep coyotes away from his kids, never knowing he needed a variance. Seventeen neighbors backed him, and the board approved the fence 4-1 despite staff's denial recommendation.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 8
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 10, 2026.
Impact analysis
The homeowner may have needed to lower or move the fence if the variance had been denied.
The Ravuri family keeps their fence, and 17 supporting neighbors avoid seeing it torn down.
The property owner who wanted additional privacy and height.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Zoning Board of Appeals - Sep 10, 2026
A homeowner requested an 8-foot fence instead of the standard 6-foot limit due to grade changes and neighbor disputes. The board ultimately denied the request after staff recommended denial and neighbors voiced strong opposition.
Zoning Board of Appeals - Jul 9, 2026
A homeowner built a 5-foot fence in 2021 to keep coyotes away from his kids, never knowing he needed a variance. Seventeen neighbors backed him, and the board approved the fence 4-1 despite staff's denial recommendation.
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