Skokie regulates residential driveway width, materials, and apron construction through the Community Development Department. Driveways must be paved with approved materials, meet width maximums based on lot size, and require a permit for new installation or expansion.
Skokie's zoning and building codes require all driveways to be surfaced with concrete, asphalt, brick, or approved pavers. Gravel and dirt driveways are not permitted in residential districts. Single-family driveways are typically limited to a maximum width of 20 feet at the property line, though wider driveways may be approved for lots with multi-car garages. A driveway apron permit from Public Works is required for any work in the public right-of-way, and all apron work must meet village specifications. Setbacks from side property lines are typically 2 feet minimum. Parking is only permitted on approved paved driveway surfaces, not on lawns or unpaved areas. Contact Community Development at (847) 933-8235 for permits.
Parking on unpaved surfaces or unapproved driveways may result in citations of $50 to $200. Building driveways without permits may trigger stop-work orders and double permit fees, plus potential orders to remove non-compliant work.
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