Navigating Addison Fence Codes

The Village of Addison (1 Friendship Plaza) focuses on neighborhood aesthetics and structural safety. We manage all technical compliance for you:

• Height & Styling:

  • Rear & Side Yards: Maximum height of 6 feet is permitted.

  • Front Yards: Fencing is generally not permitted in front of the house, except for decorative architectural elements (limited to 4 feet high and 10 feet in length).

• The "Finished Side" Rule: Addison strictly requires that the decorative, finished side of the fence faces outward toward neighbors or the street. All posts and structural rails must be on the interior of your property.

• Drainage Awareness: Fences cannot block the natural flow of water. We ensure your fence is installed with proper ground clearance to meet the Village’s Overland Flow and Drainage Easement requirements.

• Frost-Line Protection: To prevent your fence from leaning or shifting, we sink all posts to a minimum depth of 36 to 42 inches to reach below the Illinois frost line.

• Prohibited Materials: Only approved materials (wood, vinyl, aluminum, etc.) may be used; temporary or agricultural fencing is not permitted in residential zones.

 

Hardscaping: Addison Patios & Outdoor Living

In Addison, a new patio is an investment that requires careful engineering to handle DuPage County's stormwater standards.

• Permit Management: We handle the Village building permit and coordinate the required inspections through the Community Development Department.

• Base Engineering: We use a high-density compacted stone base for all paver projects to account for the local clay soil, ensuring your patio remains level for years to come.

• Stormwater Integrity: Patios must be pitched away from the house. We design with "smart grading" to ensure runoff is directed to the yard and not toward your foundation or your neighbor's property.

• Impervious Surface Review: We ensure your new patio fits within the Village’s lot coverage requirements, protecting the natural absorption of your green space.

 

Seasonal Cleanups: The Village Waste Schedule

We coordinate our maintenance services to match Addison’s waste collection provided by the Village’s contracted hauler:

• Weekly Yard Waste: From the first Monday in April through November, we manage your weekly yard waste. We use paper biodegradable bags or containers with Village-issued Landscape Waste Stickers.

• Monthly Branch Pickup: We time our pruning services to match the Village’s Monthly Branch Pickup Program (first Monday of the month). We ensure branches are stacked with cut ends facing the street and meet the 8-foot length / 8-inch diameter limits.

• Fall Leaf Disposal: We help you clear your yard of heavy debris, ensuring your lawn stays healthy and free of mold through the winter months.

• Contractor Rule: Note that the Village does not pick up debris cut by contractors; Panorama handles the full disposal of all branches and debris we prune, so you never have to worry about the cleanup.

 

Why Choose Panorama for your Addison Project?

• Registered & Bonded: We are an approved contractor with the Village of Addison Community Development Department.

• CityView Experts: We manage the entire digital permit application and inspection scheduling process for you.

• Full-Service Handling: From J.U.L.I.E. marks to final site restoration, we take care of every detail.

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Official Village Resources

• Building & Zoning Division: (630) 693-7530 | Address: 1 Friendship Plaza, Addison, IL 60101

• Public Works (Branch Pickup): (630) 620-2020

• Digital Portal: Addison CityView Portal