Building permits with a current plat of survey are required for all fences in North Chicago. The Economic and Community Development Department reviews fence applications.
North Chicago requires building permits for all fence installations. A current Plat of Survey is required for all fence permits per Section 4.11.8.2.8. Applications are submitted to the Economic and Community Development Department. Fence construction in utility easements is the homeowner's responsibility if utilities need access. Only one solid obscuring fence is allowed along a shared lot line. Fences must not restrict flow through drainage swales.
Building a fence requiring a permit without one results in a stop-work order and a double permit fee plus a $100 administrative penalty. Non-conforming fences must be brought into compliance or removed.
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