Navigating North Aurora’s Fence Rules

The Village of North Aurora (25 E. State Street) is focused on safety and neighborhood harmony. We manage every technical detail of your project:

• Height & Zoning Specifics:

  • Rear & Side Yards: Maximum height of 6 feet above grade.

     

  • Corner Side Yards: Maximum height of 4 feet above grade.

  • Front Yards: Maximum height of 3 feet above grade.

     

• The "Finished Side" Policy: Per Village ordinance, the finished side of the fence must face outward or away from your lot. We ensure all posts and structural supports are located on the interior for a clean, professional look for your neighbors.

• Vision Clearance (The 15-Foot Rule): Safety is a priority in North Aurora. At the intersection of a driveway and a street, we ensure no fence or hedge obstructs the 15-foot "vision clearance" triangle, keeping heights below 36 inches in these critical zones.

   

• Easement Expertise: Fences are allowed in some easements, but not all. We use your Plat of Survey to determine exactly where your fence can sit to avoid interfering with Village utilities or drainage swales.

 

Hardscaping: North Aurora Patio & Stormwater Integrity

With the Fox River nearby, North Aurora is strict about non-stormwater discharges. We design patios that look beautiful and protect the local ecosystem.

 

• Permit & Plan Review: We handle the Village patio permit process, including the submission of your location worksheet and detailed scope of work.

• Grading & Drainage: We ensure your patio installation does not alter the final grading of your lot. If weather prevents final grading or cement work, we help manage the required bonds for temporary occupancy permits.

• Construction Hours: We respect your neighbors by adhering to North Aurora’s strict work hours: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM on weekdays and 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM on weekends.

 

Seasonal Cleanups: The North Aurora "East/West" Program

We time our maintenance to match North Aurora’s unique bi-weekly curbside leaf program:

• Bi-Weekly Curbside Leaf Pick-Up: We time your cleanups to ensure leaves are on the parkway by 6:00 AM on your designated Monday. We follow the Village’s alternating East/West schedule (East of the river vs. West of the river) to ensure you never miss a collection.

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• Free Bagged Collection: If you miss the curbside vacuum, we provide bagging services in Kraft paper bags. Groot collects these for free (no stickers required) throughout October and November.

• Unlimited Bundled Brush: From April through November, we handle your pruning and brush bundling. We ensure branches are 2 to 4 feet in length and bundled with twine so they are collected for free on your regular garbage day.

 

Why North Aurora Homeowners Trust Panorama

• Local Accountability: While North Aurora doesn't require contractor registration, we are fully insured and bonded to provide you with total peace of mind.

   

• Permit Management: We handle the 10-day review process and coordinate all required inspections, ensuring your Permit Job Card is clearly visible from the street.

• J.U.L.I.E. Coordination: We manage all underground utility marking before any digging begins to protect your home’s gas and water lines.

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Official Village Resources

• Village of North Aurora Community Development: Official Website

• Fence Permit Application: Direct Link (PDF)

• Phone: (630) 897-1457 | Address: 25 E. State Street, North Aurora, IL 60542