Oak Lawn fence requirements include maximum heights of 4 feet in front yards and 6 feet in side and rear yards, finished side facing neighbors, and compliance with corner vision triangles. Fences must be maintained in good repair.
Oak Lawn's fence code establishes several general requirements for residential fences. Height is limited to approximately 4 feet in front yards (forward of the front building line), 6 feet in interior side and rear yards, and reduced heights near street corners to preserve vision clearance for drivers. Fences on corner lots must not obstruct the vision triangle at intersections, typically a 25-foot triangular area where no fence, shrub, or structure over 3 feet is permitted. Fences must be kept in good structural condition with no leaning, missing pickets, or peeling paint in a manner that constitutes a nuisance. The finished side must face outward. Fences cannot be placed in public easements or rights-of-way without village authorization. Contact the Building Department at (708) 499-7830 for specific height measurements and setback rules.
Fences exceeding height limits or encroaching on easements may be ordered removed or reduced. Poorly maintained fences can be cited as property nuisances with fines of $50 to $500. Vision triangle obstructions on corner lots are considered safety hazards and subject to immediate correction orders.
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