Navigating Montgomery Fence Codes

Montgomery (200 N. River St.) is strict about neighborhood consistency and drainage safety. Here is how we ensure your fence is compliant:

• Height & Style (The Subdivision Rule):

  • Most newer subdivisions (like Balmorea or Fieldstone) are restricted to 4-foot shadow-box fences.

  • Other areas allow up to 6-foot privacy fences in wood, vinyl, or decorative metal.

  • No Chain Link: Montgomery strictly prohibits chain-link fencing in residential areas.

• The "Finished Side" Rule: The decorative, finished side of your fence must always face outward (toward the street or your neighbors).

• Frost-Line Protection: Montgomery requires post holes to be 36 inches deep, though they strongly prefer 42 inches to prevent leaning over time. We default to 42" for maximum longevity.

• Property Setbacks: Fences must be set back at least 12 inches from any public sidewalk.

• Drainage Easements: In no case can a fence block the flow of stormwater. We ensure proper ground clearance to meet Village drainage standards.

 

Hardscaping: Montgomery Patios & Stone Design

A new patio in Montgomery is an investment that requires specific engineering to protect your home’s foundation.

• Permit Management: We handle the Village patio permit ($90 base fee) and coordinate the final inspection.

• Construction Specs: For concrete patios, Montgomery requires a 4” to 6” compacted stone base with wire or fiber mesh reinforcement. For paver patios, we use a minimum 6” compacted base with bedding sand and professional edging to prevent shifting.

• Fire Pit Safety: If your patio includes a permanent fire pit or fireplace, we ensure it is located at least 10 feet away from any structures to comply with local fire codes.

• Pitch & Grading: We design all patios to be above grade and pitched away from the house to ensure proper drainage.

 

Seasonal Cleanups: The "LRS" Schedule

We coordinate our maintenance services with Montgomery’s waste collection provided by LRS (Lakeshore Recycling Systems):

• April to November Yard Waste: We manage the bagging of leaves and debris for your weekly collection.

• Sticker-Free Weeks: We time our major spring and fall cleanups to match Montgomery's sticker-free weeks(typically two weeks in April and two weeks in November), saving you money on disposal costs.

• Bundled Brush: We handle the pruning and bundling. LRS collects bundles (tied with twine, cut to 4 feet or less) on your regular pickup day. One sticker is required per bundle outside of free weeks.

• Free Bulk Brush Program: We help stage debris for the Village's Public Works Bulk Brush program (separate from LRS), which typically occurs once in the spring and once in the fall.

 

Why Choose Panorama for your Montgomery Project?

• HOA Experts: We know how to get the specific "approval letter" required by the Village for your subdivision.

• Registered & Bonded: We are a licensed contractor with the Montgomery Community Development Department.

• Full-Service Handling: From J.U.L.I.E. utility marks to the final site cleanup, we manage every detail.

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Official Village Resources

• Building Department: (630) 896-8080 | Address: 200 N. River St, Montgomery, IL 60538

• Permit Email: permits@montgomeryil.org

• Building Official: Mike Klupar (Chief Building Official)