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Originally Posted by Halle
You are allowed to plant hedges around your property as long as they do not exceed 4 feet in height. I have seen very nice creative landscaping that has been used as a screen to block the neighbors from seeing inside someones home as well as a natural fence. It is attractive and adds to the appearance of the house. Drive around you will see this being done in neighborhoods with Premiere Homes, Designer Homes, Ranch Homes, and Patio Villas.
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This is a rational and intelligent interpretation. The intent is satisfied with a good result.
An example of a rule or law that could be overinterpreted is the double line in the center of a road which we all know means "no passing." Does it mean "no passing", ever, in any conceivable circumstance? No. As I am told by reasonable law enforcement folks in my community, if you are behind a stopped garbage truck or mail vehicle, you can certainly pass if you can do so safely. Safety is the purpose of that law. 100% literal compliance in every instance is innane. It is reasonable to apply the same logic to other rules. If the purpose is respected and a good result is achieved, a literal, absolutist interpretation isn't always appropriate.
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