Navigating Pingree Grove Fence Codes

Pingree Grove has specific ordinances to ensure that fences don't interfere with the village's extensive utility and drainage networks. We manage all technical compliance for you:

• Height & Styling:

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

  • Front Yards: Fences are generally prohibited in front yards past the front building line.

• Structural Stability: To resist the high winds of the open prairie, the Village follows strict installation codes. We sink posts to a minimum of 36-42 inches to ensure they stay below the frost line and remain stable year-round.

• The "Finished Side" Rule: Per Village code, the decorative side of the fence must face outward (away from your lot) toward neighboring properties or the street.

• Drainage Clearance: Fences must be elevated at least 2 inches above grade in specific areas to allow for the natural flow of stormwater, a critical requirement in Pingree Grove’s newer subdivisions.

• HOA Pre-Approval: For residents of Cambridge Lakes or Carillon, we help prepare the required architectural improvement applications that must be approved before the Village will issue a building permit.

 

Hardscaping: Pingree Grove Patios & Stone Design

In Pingree Grove, a patio is more than an addition; it's a structural improvement that requires careful engineering.

• Permit Management: We handle the Village of Pingree Grove miscellaneous permit ($100+ depending on inspections) and coordinate the final site review.

• Easement Sensitivity: We utilize your Plat of Survey to ensure that your patio does not encroach on utility or drainage easements, avoiding potential legal and drainage issues.

• Base Integrity: We use a professionally compacted stone base for all paver projects to handle the heavy clay soil common in the area, preventing the "shifting" often seen in DIY installations.

• Performance Bonds: We manage the required cash performance/road bonds mandated by the Village during construction, ensuring your project is fully protected.

 

Seasonal Cleanups: The "Flood Brothers" Schedule

We time our maintenance services to match Pingree Grove’s waste collection provided by Flood Brothers:

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

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

• Holiday Tree Pickup: We provide post-holiday cleanup and staging for the Village’s free collection in January(typically the first three collection weeks).

 

Why Choose Panorama for your Pingree Grove Home?

• Licensed & Registered: We are a bonded contractor with the Village of Pingree Grove Building Department.

• HOA Knowledgeable: we understand the specific "Covenants & Restrictions" that govern Pingree Grove’s major subdivisions.

• Digital Convenience: We handle all digital submissions and inspection scheduling through Village channels.

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Official Village Resources

• Village Municipal Center: (847) 464-5533 | Address: 555 Reinking Road, Pingree Grove, IL 60140

• Building Dept Email: info@pingreegrove.org

• Permit Fee Schedule: $135 Fence / $100 Patio (Base)