Navigating Sleepy Hollow Fence Codes

Sleepy Hollow (One Thorobred Lane) emphasizes low-profile designs that don't disrupt the "open" character of the village. We manage all technical details for you:

• Height & Styling:

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

  • Front Yards: Strictly limited to 3 feet and must be an open, decorative design (such as split-rail or wrought-iron style).

• The "Finished Side" Rule: In accordance with Village standards, the decorative side of the fence must face outward toward your neighbors or the public right-of-way.

• Septic & Well Awareness: Because many Sleepy Hollow properties utilize private septic fields, we use your Plat of Survey to ensure fence posts are never driven into critical drainage lines or septic tanks.

• Post Depth: To combat the variable soil and heavy frost of the Fox Valley, we sink all posts to a minimum of 36 to 42 inches for maximum stability.

• Drainage Integrity: Fences must be installed to allow the natural flow of surface water. We ensure your fence sits slightly above grade where necessary to prevent damming or pooling.

 

Hardscaping: Sleepy Hollow Patios & Stone Design

In Sleepy Hollow, a patio is more than just a place for a grill—it’s an observation deck for the local landscape.

• Permit Management: We handle the Village building permit and coordinate the required Final Inspection.

• Tree Root Protection: Given the Village's dense tree canopy, we take extra care during excavation. We use hand-digging or specialized tools near heritage oaks and maples to ensure your patio doesn't compromise the health of your trees.

• Base Engineering: We use a high-density compacted stone base to ensure your patio remains level despite the village’s hilly terrain and natural drainage patterns.

• Runoff Management: We design your patio to follow existing grading, ensuring stormwater is directed safely away from your home and neighboring septic fields.

 

Seasonal Cleanups: The Sleepy Hollow "Groot" Schedule

We time our maintenance services to match Sleepy Hollow’s waste collection provided by Groot Industries:

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

• Bundled Brush Pick-Up: We handle the pruning and bundling. Groot collects branches that are tied with twine, cut to 4 feet or less, and weigh under 50 lbs on your regular pickup day.

• Fall Leaf Collection: We coordinate major cleanups to assist you with the Village’s seasonal requirements, ensuring your lawn is clear of heavy leaf debris before the first snow.

 

Why Choose Panorama for your Sleepy Hollow Home?

• Licensed & Registered: We are a bonded contractor registered with the Village of Sleepy Hollow Building Department.

• Natural Landscape Experts: We specialize in designs that look like they belong in the Village's unique environment.

• Full-Service Handling: From J.U.L.I.E. marks to the final site cleanup, we take the stress out of your home improvement project.

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Official Village Resources

• Village of Sleepy Hollow Building Dept: Official Website

• Phone: (847) 426-6700 | Address: One Thorobred Lane, Sleepy Hollow, IL 60118

• Permit Email: building@sleepyhollowil.org