The Boerne Historical Landmark Commission voted Oct. 7 to approve a certificate of appropriateness for a new iron‑and‑stone fence at 604 South Main.

Staff presented the application on behalf of property owner Sam McGee; Ben Adams, an architect on the project, described two alternatives for the fence. The preferred option includes a short continuous stone base (about 8–12 inches tall) with masonry pillars and iron panels above, which Adams said would better handle the site's grade and prevent gravel and soil from washing into the adjacent private drive. The proposed fence is approximately 95 feet long, with iron panels and masonry pillars 44 inches high; where the fence connects to an existing wooden privacy fence, a 6‑foot masonry pillar was proposed. Adams said the stone would be cream limestone to match nearby signage and masonry features.

Commissioners asked about visibility from Main Street and whether the stone base would change the overall fence height; staff and the architect said the UDC limit for this type of fence is 48 inches and the design would comply. The commission expressed preference for the stone‑base option as period‑appropriate and for its functional benefit; the commission approved the COA for the fence with the stone footing option.

The architect said final details (finials and minor ornamental elements) were shown in photos in the packet but not in the CAD drawing; staff said applicants will provide final details as part of the building‑permit review.