Navigating Glen Ellyn Fence Codes

Glen Ellyn (535 Duane Street) has strict rules regarding "openness" and placement. We manage all technical compliance for you:

• The 33.3% Openness Rule: For front yards and corner side yards, Glen Ellyn requires fences to be at least 33.3% open. This means the space between boards must be at least half the width of the board itself. We specialize in custom pickets and ornamental designs that meet this "Village Look" perfectly.

• Height & Placement:

  • Rear & Side Yards: Maximum height of 6 feet (solid privacy styles allowed).

  • Front/Corner Yards: Maximum height of 3 to 4 feet depending on exact lot location.

• Property Line Precision: Fences must be installed entirely within your property lines. We use your Plat of Survey to ensure exact placement, avoiding any encroachment issues.

• The Drainage Affidavit: If your fence crosses a recorded drainage easement, we handle the required Fence Guideline and Affidavit, ensuring the design allows for the free flow of stormwater as required by the Village Engineer.

 

Hardscaping: Patios & Stormwater Management

Glen Ellyn is a leader in stormwater protection. We design patios that are as functional as they are beautiful.

• The 300-Square-Foot Rule: Any patio or "impervious surface" over 300 square feet requires a formal Drainage/Stormwater Plan. We handle the engineering and submission to ensure your new outdoor living space doesn't cause runoff issues for you or your neighbors.

• Tree Preservation: Glen Ellyn loves its canopy! If your project disturbs more than 300 square feet, we provide the required Tree Preservation Plan to protect the critical root zones of your heritage oaks and maples.

• LAMA Online Portal: We manage your entire permit digitally through the Village’s LAMA software, tracking everything from initial review to the final inspection.

 

Seasonal Cleanups: The "Monday" Standard

We time our maintenance to match Glen Ellyn’s specialized waste collection:

• Weekly Yard Waste: From April through mid-December, we manage your weekly yard waste. We ensure all debris is placed in Kraft paper bags or 33-gallon cans with the required $3.38 green yard waste sticker.

• Monthly Branch & Brush: We time our major pruning for the once-a-month collection (May–October). We bundle branches with twine (max 4 feet long/3 inches diameter) to ensure they are whisked away on your designated Monday.

• Fall Leaf Vacuuming: We coordinate our major cleanups with the Public Works Department's vacuum schedule. We rake leaves to the parkway (3 feet from storm drains) by 7:00 AM on your scheduled day for a seamless, "no-bag" cleanup.

 

Why Choose Panorama for Glen Ellyn?

• Registered & Bonded: We are an approved contractor with the Glen Ellyn Building Division.

• Full-Service Permitting: We don't just "help" with permits; we handle them. We submit the plans, pay the fees, and meet the inspectors.

• Local Craftsmanship: Whether it's a "floating" fence for drainage or a permeable paver patio, we build for the unique terrain of Glen Ellyn.

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Official Village Resources

• Glen Ellyn Building Division: Official Website

• Fence Guidelines & Affidavit: Direct Download (PDF)

• Phone: (630) 547-5250 | Address: 535 Duane Street, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137