Fence Codes and Regulations for Hanover Park Village, IL

Hanover Park, Illinois is a village which straddles both Cook and DuPage counties. Located in the northwest region of the Chicagoland metro area, Hanover Park is home to 38,000 residents and boasts 21 parks under the authority of the village. Property owners desiring to construct a fence in the village are required to obtain a permit, and contractors must be registered with the village and provide evidence of bonding prior to performing work in the municipality. Primary, non-decorative fences are only permitted in rear yards and are limited to 5 to 6 feet in height depending on fence material used.

• Building Permit Required? – A building permit is required for all residential fence projects in Hanover Park. Permit fees are a minimum of $50 or 1.2% of project value. Plan review fees may apply.
• Permit Documents Required:
  • Completed permit application.
  • 2 Copies of plat of survey showing proposed fence location.
  • Proof of contractor registration and bonding valid in village.
  • Description of type and height of proposed fence.
  • Description of fence materials and cost of project.
• Fence Materials Allowed – Metal, wood, PVC vinyl, others as approved.
• Fence Styles Allowed – Chain link, semi-privacy and privacy.
• Maximum Height Limits – 6′ maximum height for masonry or wood. Metal, chain link and other types maximum 5′.
• Property Line Issues – Fences may be placed up to lot lines in most cases.
• Hanover Park Village Building Authority Contact – Inspectional Services Division at (630) 823-5860
• Village of Hanover Park Building Department Website

Specific Fence Ordinances, Rules and Codes

• Front Yard: No front yard fences permitted other than decorative, non-chain link fences no more than 3′ in height.
• Barbed wire, chicken wire, hog wire, rope, cable and electrically charged fencing prohibited on residential property.
• No slats permitted on chain link fencing.
• Fence post may exceed maximum height by 5″.
• Construction side and supports for fences must face in to permit holder’s lot.
• Fencing or landscape screening must be maintained in good repair and structurally sound condition.
• Banners, signs and graffiti are prohibited on fences and screens.
• Yards containing swimming pools must be completely enclosed by fencing.
• Fence posts require 36″ deep post footing for decorative, 42″ for other fencing.
• Special regulations apply to corner lot fencing.
• Special regulations apply to fences near utility boxes. Contact Inspection Services for details.
• Privacy fencing/trellis limited to 6′ height.
• Dog run fences limited to 6′ height, other size and location requirements.
• Tennis courts exempt from most fence restrictions.
• Dirt removed during fence project must be placed by foundation or other area not interfering with site drainage.