Navigating West Dundee Fence Codes

West Dundee (102 S. Second St.) has some of the most specific aesthetic and structural requirements in Kane County. We handle all compliance for you:

• Strict Height Limits:

  • Standard Backyards: Fences must not exceed 5 feet in height from ground level.

  • Privacy Restrictions: Privacy fences (solid) are generally prohibited in areas facing a street. Fences facing a street must have at least 1/2-inch spacing between planks.

• The 42-Inch Post Rule: To prevent "frost heave," West Dundee requires post holes to be a minimum of 42 inches deep and at least 8 inches in diameter.

• Finished Side Out: The Village requires that all supporting posts and members face inward toward your home. The "clean" or finished side must face your neighbors.

• Front Yard Policy: Fences are strictly prohibited in front yards (including the "second front yard" on corner lots) unless specifically approved by the Appearance Review Commission (ARC).

• Property Markers: During your post-hole inspection, the Village requires that your lot stakes (iron pins) are exposed and clearly visible to the inspector to verify the fence is within your property envelope.

 

Hardscaping: West Dundee Patios & Stoops

In West Dundee, a new patio is treated as a permanent improvement that requires careful drainage review.

• Permit Management: We handle the $50 residential permit fee and coordinate the mandatory inspections through the Community Development Department.

• Drainage First: Per Village code, the installation of a patio must not impede the natural flow of water in any easement. We design with "smart grading" to ensure water moves away from your foundation.

• Utility Awareness: We provide a detailed site plan for approval, ensuring your hardscape doesn't "box in" utility equipment like electric meters or gas regulators without a required access panel.

 

Seasonal Cleanups: The "Groot" & Village Schedule

We coordinate our services to match West Dundee’s specialized maintenance programs:

• Weekly Yard Waste: From the first Friday in April through the last Saturday in November, we manage your weekly yard waste. We use Kraft paper bags or clearly marked cans (lids off!) for Groot collection.

• Fall Leaf Vacuuming: During October and November, we time our cleanups to match the Village’s vacuum schedule. We rake leaves into the street, about 12 inches from the curb, ensuring they don't block storm drains.

• Brush Bundling: We handle the pruning and bundling for you. Branches must be cut to 4-foot lengths and bundled with biodegradable twine (max 2 feet in diameter) for weekly Friday pickup.

 

Why Choose Panorama for West Dundee?

• Registered & Bonded: We are an approved contractor with the West Dundee Community Development Department.

• Inspection Experts: We manage both the Post Hole Inspection (must be done before concrete is poured) and the Final Inspection.

• Hassle-Free Process: We handle the $100 residential deposit and the digital submission process for you.

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Official Village Resources

• Building Department: (847) 551-3805 | Address: 100 Carrington Drive, West Dundee, IL 60118

• Village Hall: (847) 551-3800 | 102 S. Second Street

• Permit Coordinator: Contact Page