Des Plaines City Code requires a building permit for any fence installation, replacement, or alteration regardless of height. Applications are submitted to Community and Economic Development with a site plan showing fence location, height, and material.
Under Des Plaines' building and zoning regulations, all new fences and replacements require a permit issued by Community and Economic Development. Applications must include a plat of survey or scaled site plan showing the proposed fence location relative to property lines, the height, and the material. Fences are also reviewed for compliance with corner-lot sight-triangle rules and easement clearances. Permit review typically takes one to two weeks, and inspections may be required after installation. Property owners are responsible for installing fences entirely on their own property. Disputed property lines should be resolved with a licensed survey before construction. Contact CED at (847) 391-5380.
Installing a fence without a permit may result in stop-work orders, double permit fees, and orders to remove or modify non-compliant fences at owner expense. Fines typically range from $75 to $500.
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