Height Limits: Oak Park vs Orland Park

How tall can my fence be in the front yard in Oak Park?

Front yard fences are limited to 4 feet in height. This applies to the area between the front building line and the street.

Can I build a 6-foot privacy fence in my backyard in Oak Park?

Yes. Side and rear yard fences may be up to 6 feet tall. You will need a fence permit from the Building Department at (708) 358-5440 before construction.

Are there special fence rules for corner lots in Oak Park?

Yes. Corner lots must maintain a visibility triangle at the intersection where fences must remain below a certain height (typically 4 feet or matching front yard limits) to ensure drivers and pedestrians can see approaching traffic.

How tall can my backyard fence be in Orland Park?

Up to 6 feet in side and rear yards. Front yard fences are limited to 4 feet and typically must be open or decorative.

Can I build an 8-foot privacy fence in Orland Park?

Not without a variance from the Zoning Board of Appeals. Standard residential fence height is capped at 6 feet.

What about corner lots?

Corner lots have sight-triangle restrictions where fences near intersections cannot exceed roughly 30-36 inches to maintain visibility for drivers.