Fences in unincorporated Lake County may qualify for a simplified registration process instead of a full building permit, depending on specifications. A plat of survey is required for all fence registrations.
Lake County offers a simplified registration process for fences meeting certain standards, instead of requiring a full building permit. Registrations require a current plat of survey showing fence location within property boundaries, plus documents showing type, construction, material, finish, and height. For fences exceeding 6 feet, a full building permit is required. Applications handled at Central Permit Facility, 500 W Winchester Road, Libertyville, IL 60048. Contact 847-377-2600 or lcpermits@lakecountyil.gov.
Unpermitted fence: stop-work order. Retroactive permit with penalty. May require modification or removal.
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