Navigating Oak Brook Terrace Fence Codes

Oak Brook Terrace (17W275 Butterfield Rd) has specific ordinances designed to keep the community feeling open and airy. We manage all technical compliance for you:

• Strict Height & Style Rules:

  • Standard Height: Most residential fences are capped at 42 inches (3.5 feet).

  • Permeability Rule: Fences must be at least 50% open (e.g., picket, split-rail, or wrought-iron styles). Solid "privacy" fences are generally restricted and may require a variance.

• Pool Safety Exceptions: Fences enclosing a swimming pool must be a minimum of 48 inches high and must be non-chain link, providing a high level of security with self-closing/self-latching gates.

• The 42-Inch Post Rule: To ensure your fence doesn't shift during the freeze-thaw cycles of DuPage County, the city requires post holes to be dug to a minimum depth of 42 inches.

• Finished Side Out: The Village requires that the decorative, "good" side of the fence faces outward toward neighbors or the street, with all structural supports facing your home.

• Prohibited Locations: Fences are generally not permitted in any front or side yard area that extends past the front building line of the house.

 

Hardscaping: Oak Brook Terrace Patios & Stone Design

In Oak Brook Terrace, a new patio is an investment that requires precise engineering to handle stormwater.

• Permit Management: We handle the City permit application and coordinate reviews with the Oakbrook Terrace Fire Protection District when required.

• Impervious Coverage: We calculate your total lot coverage to ensure your new patio meets the City’s zoning requirements, preventing issues with over-paving your green space.

• Professional Grading: Patios within 10 feet of your foundation must be sloped a minimum of 2% away from the building to protect your basement and foundation from water intrusion.

• Base Engineering: We use an 8-inch thick aggregate base course for paver installations to meet local construction standards and ensure your patio stays level for decades.

 

Seasonal Cleanups: The "Flood Brothers" Schedule

We coordinate our maintenance services with the City's waste collection provided by Flood Brothers Disposal:

• Weekly Yard Waste: From April 1st to November 30th, we manage your weekly yard waste collection (typically on Mondays).

• Brush Bundling: We handle the pruning and bundling. Flood Brothers collects bundles that are tied with twine, cut to 4 feet or less, and no wider than 2 feet in diameter.

• Fall Leaf Management: We time our major fall cleanups to help you clear your yard before the heavy winter snows, ensuring your turf stays healthy for spring.

• Christmas Tree Collection: We provide post-holiday staging for the City’s seasonal pickup throughout the month of January.

 

Why Choose Panorama for Oak Brook Terrace?

• Registered & Bonded: We are an approved contractor with the Oak Brook Terrace Community Development Department.

• Stormwater Experts: We understand DuPage County’s strict stormwater management rules.

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

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Official City Resources

• Building Division: (630) 941-8300 ext. 209 | Address: 17W275 Butterfield Road, Oak Brook Terrace, IL 60181

• Permit Coordinator: kdebok@oakbrookterrace.net

• Digital Portal: Online Permitting Portal