Des Plaines MC §12-8-2 allows rear yard fences up to 6 feet. Adjacent to railroad right-of-way allows up to 8 feet solid. Corner lots and arterial streets have specific rules. Permit required.
Des Plaines MC §12-8-2 (Zoning Title 12) limits residential rear yard fences to 6 feet maximum height. A solid fence up to 8 feet is allowed adjacent to a railroad right-of-way. Corner lot fences on arterial streets may be 6 feet high adjacent to the arterial street. A building permit is required for all fences including replacements. Two copies of a plat of survey showing fence location are required for the permit.
Fence violations are subject to fines up to $750 per offense. Noncompliant fences may be ordered removed or modified.
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