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I could never live with this because I would have to check under the floor for serial killers every time I had to pee.

But yes, I do agree with @Dulcibella, the most off-putting thing about the plan is the phrase "sleep in the closet." Fort, nook, spaceship, or really anything else sounds more appealing.

Since everyone is sharing stories, I thought I'd add that even as an adult in college (twice in dorms, once while married in our first apartment), I pimped out closets with a pallet where I could study and nap. It was awesome! This could be a really cool, personalized hang-out for your kid. I'd say that as long as they're into it and you can make it a safe space, let them have their bed in the closet!

Most exterminators or pest control specialists should also have access to sherman live traps. These are completely humane and non-toxic. They're basically just a metal box with a trap door that's activated once the animal walks inside. I'm a biologist so I've used these lots of times to catch rodents in the field. I don't exactly know what pest control people do with animals that they capture live, but I'm sure there are no-kill options out there if you search around. :)

I've seen some really cute fences created with those chain link slats. They come in lots of colors (that you can mix and match!) and some companies even sell faux-branch ones that make your fence look a hedge.
A quick google search even shows people that have woven giant doily-like designs on their fences. Get creative! A unique chain-link fence could be cooler than an pre-fab replacement option.