Navigating Bloomingdale Fence Codes

The Village of Bloomingdale (201 S. Bloomingdale Road) has specific ordinances to protect neighborhood property values and local drainage systems. We handle all technical compliance for you:

• The 42-Inch Frost Rule: To ensure your fence never leans or shifts, Bloomingdale requires all fence posts to be sunk to a minimum depth of 42 inches.

• Post-Hole Cleanliness: Per Village code, all soil excavated from post-hole footings must be removed from the property before we call for a concrete replacement inspection. This keeps your yard clean and prevents sediment from entering the Village storm sewers.

• Height & Location Limits:

  • Rear & Side Yards: Maximum height of 6 feet (72 inches).

  • Front Yards: Fences are strictly prohibited between the front building line and the street.

  • Corner Lots: Fences must maintain a "clear line of sight" at driveways and intersections. Solid fences in these zones are limited to 2 feet, while open-style fences (at least 70% open) can be higher with Village approval.

• Drainage Integrity: To prevent localized flooding, solid fences must be installed with a minimum of 3 inches of clearance above grade to allow stormwater to flow freely under the structure.

• The "Finished Side" Rule: The best or decorative side of the fence must face the exterior of the lot (toward your neighbors or the street).

Our 42-inch deep footings ensure your fence remains stable through the harshest Illinois winters, meeting Bloomingdale's strict structural requirements.

 

Our Professional Fencing Services

We are a registered and bonded contractor in Bloomingdale, specializing in:

• Custom Wood Fencing: Naturally decay-resistant Western Red Cedar in privacy and shadowbox styles.

• PVC & Vinyl: High-quality, maintenance-free panels that won't warp or fade.

• Ornamental Aluminum: Rust-proof, factory-coated finishes in green, brown, or black (as required by Village code).

• Chain Link: Durable galvanized steel for rear yard security (prohibited in front yards).

• Expert Repairs: We provide post-stabilization, gate realignments, and storm damage restoration.

 

Seasonal Maintenance: The "S.B.C. Waste" Schedule

We coordinate our cleanup services with Bloomingdale’s waste collection provided by S.B.C. Waste Solutions:

• April to November Yard Waste: We manage the bagging of debris for your weekly collection. Stickers are required for Kraft paper bags or marked containers.

• Free Branch Collection: We time our major pruning and clearing projects to match the Village’s Free Residential Branch Collection, offered three times a year (Spring, Summer, and Fall).

• Weekly Brush Pick-Up: For mid-season projects, we bundle branches (tied with twine, 4 feet or less in length) for weekly sticker-based collection.

 

Why Choose Panorama Fence, Inc. for Bloomingdale?

• Registered & Bonded: We maintain a $10,000 surety bond and full insurance on file with the Building & Zoning Division.

• Permit Management: We handle the $50 base permit fee and coordinate the required Post-Hole and Final Inspections.

• J.U.L.I.E. Coordination: We manage the utility marking process before we dig to protect your home's underground lines.

• Site Restoration: We don't just build fences; we ensure your yard is restored and clean after the job is done.

 

Official Village Resources

• Building & Zoning Dept: (630) 671-5660 | Address: 201 S. Bloomingdale Road, Bloomingdale, IL 60108

• Email: buildingandzoning@vil.bloomingdale.il.us

• Permit Info: Bloomingdale Fence Handout