Corner lots in Westerville must maintain a clear visibility triangle under CO 1165 and 903. Nothing over 30 inches high may obstruct sight lines within 25 feet of an intersection. This applies to fences, walls, hedges, and accessory structures at all corner properties.
Westerville Codified Ordinance 1165 and traffic code require corner lots to keep visibility triangles clear. The triangle extends 25 feet from the intersection of curb lines along each street. Nothing higher than 30 inches (including fences, hedges, shrubs, monuments, or parked vehicles) may be placed within this triangle. Enforcement is active because of school traffic near Otterbein University and residential intersections with school bus routes. Violations can require fence modification or removal.
Zoning violation: correction notice with 30-day compliance window. Continued violation: fines up to $250 per day under CO 1301. Traffic hazard citations possible.
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