What Bolingbrook Regulates: A Complete Ordinance Overview

Bolingbrook, Illinois may not be the biggest city in the state, but it has its own set of local rules that residents need to follow. With 38 tracked ordinances across 11 categories, there is more here than you might expect.

Short-Term Rentals

Taxes & Fees: Bolingbrook imposes an 11% Hotel Room Rental Tax on the use and privilege of renting rooms in hotels within the Village. STR operators are subject to this tax.

Also covered: Occupancy Limits (moderate), Insurance Requirements (permissive), Parking Rules (moderate). See the full short-term rentals guide for Bolingbrook for details.

Accessory Structures

ADU Rules: Bolingbrook does not currently permit accessory dwelling units (ADUs) as a by-right use in residential zones. The Village's zoning ordinance (Chapter 54) does not include ADU provisions.

Also covered: Carport Rules (moderate), Garage Conversions (moderate), Shed Rules (moderate). See the full accessory structures guide for Bolingbrook for details.

Swimming Pools & Spas

Fencing Requirements: Bolingbrook requires swimming pool fences to be a minimum of 4 feet high with a lockable gate. The pool fencing requirement applies to both in-ground and above-ground pools.

Also covered: Above-Ground Pools (moderate), Safety Rules (moderate). See the full swimming pools & spas guide for Bolingbrook for details.

Fence Regulations

Permit Requirements: Bolingbrook requires a permit for all fence projects. The fee is $40.

Also covered: Height Limits (moderate), Neighbor Fence Rules (moderate). See the full fence regulations guide for Bolingbrook for details.

Parking Rules

Driveway Rules: Bolingbrook requires driveways to be concrete or asphalt. Decorative rock or gravel is not an acceptable driveway extension.

Also covered: RV & Boat Parking (moderate), Street Parking Limits (strict), Commercial Vehicle Restrictions (strict). See the full parking rules guide for Bolingbrook for details.

Landscaping Rules

Tree Removal & Heritage Trees: A tree removal permit is required to remove trees on private property in Bolingbrook. A Village forester inspects the tree before approval.

Also covered: Grass Height Limits (moderate), Tree Trimming (moderate), Water Restrictions (permissive). See the full landscaping rules guide for Bolingbrook for details.

Noise Ordinances

Quiet Hours: Bolingbrook regulates noise through its disorderly conduct ordinance (§19-501(13)) which prohibits making improper noise, disturbance, or breach of peace within the Village. The Village also has nuisance provisions in Chapter 34.

Also covered: Construction Hours (moderate), Barking Dogs (moderate). See the full noise ordinances guide for Bolingbrook for details.

Fire Regulations

Fireworks: Consumer fireworks are illegal statewide in Illinois per 425 ILCS 35. Only sparklers up to 12 inches, snakes, and party poppers are legal for personal use.

Also covered: Outdoor Burning (strict), Fire Pit Rules (moderate). See the full fire regulations guide for Bolingbrook for details.

Animal Ordinances

Exotic Pets: Exotic and wild animal keeping in the Bolingbrook area is regulated by Will County's ordinance (§155-9.25), which requires special use permits with minimum acreage requirements (2–10 acres). Wildlife hybrids (wolf dogs, coy dogs) are prohibited except in approved facilities.

Also covered: Dog Leash Laws (moderate), Breed Restrictions (permissive), Beekeeping (moderate). See the full animal ordinances guide for Bolingbrook for details.

Home Business

Zoning Restrictions: Bolingbrook regulates home occupations under Article V of Chapter 54 (Zoning). Home-based businesses must comply with specific conditions to operate as an accessory use in residential zones.

Also covered: Signage Rules (moderate), Customer Traffic Restrictions (moderate). See the full home business guide for Bolingbrook for details.

Environmental Rules

Flood Zones: Bolingbrook straddles DuPage County and Will County, with the East Branch DuPage River running through the Village (USGS station 05540250). FEMA FIRMs were revised in 2019 for both counties.

What to Do With This Information

If you are moving to Bolingbrook, buying a home, or starting a project, use this as a starting point. Each category links to detailed pages with the full text, penalties, and FAQs. Verify anything time-sensitive with Bolingbrook's city hall or code enforcement office.