Navigating Wheaton’s Detailed Fence Codes

Wheaton has specific zoning laws designed to protect neighborhood character. As a licensed DuPage County contractor, we handle the technical compliance for you:

• Front Yard Elegance: Wheaton strictly limits front yard fences to a maximum of 3 feet (36 inches). These must be "decorative open-type" fences—making our custom cedar pickets or ornamental aluminum the perfect choice.

• Rear & Side Privacy: For maximum seclusion, we install solid or open fences up to 6 feet tall in your side and rear yards.

• The "Finished Side" Policy: Per City Ordinance, we always install the "good side" of the fence facing out toward your neighbors or the street.

• Sidewalk Setbacks: We ensure your fence is located entirely on your property and at least 12 inches away from any public sidewalk.

• Drainage Awareness: Wheaton requires that the bottom of your fence sits approximately 2 inches above the grade to allow for proper stormwater flow.

• Utility Clearances: We maintain a 3-foot clearance around electrical pedestals and up to a 10-foot clearancefor transformers to ensure safe city access.

 

Hardscaping: Wheaton Patio & Stone Design

In Wheaton, a patio is a major investment. We ensure it is built to code and designed for longevity.

• Permit Management: We handle the City of Wheaton patio permit process, including the submission of your Plat of Survey and construction plans through the Accela Online Portal.

• Engineered Foundation: We follow the City’s best practices, using a minimum 4-inch compacted base to ensure your pavers stay level through heavy rains and winter freezes.

• Property Setbacks: We ensure your patio respects the 25-foot rear yard setback required by many Wheaton residential zones, avoiding costly compliance issues later.

 

Seasonal Cleanups: The Wheaton "LRS" Schedule

We time our maintenance to match Wheaton’s waste collection through LRS (Lakeshore Recycling Systems):

• Fall & Spring Yard Waste: We manage the bagging of leaves and debris for Wheaton’s seasonal collection (first week of April through the second week of December). We ensure every bag or bundle is properly stickered and weighs under 50 lbs.

• Brush Bundling: We handle the heavy lifting of tree trimmings. We create bundles (up to 4 feet long and 18 inches wide) so they are ready for your regular garbage day.

• Christmas Tree Recycling: We offer live tree removal to match the City’s free two-week collection window in early January—no stickers required.

 

Why Choose Panorama for your Wheaton Home?

• DuPage County Experts: We are a registered and bonded contractor with the City of Wheaton Building Department.

• Digital Convenience: We use Wheaton's Online Self-Service Portal to track your permit and schedule inspections, keeping you updated every step of the way.

• Signature Craftsmanship: From modern horizontal wood designs to maintenance-free PVC, we build fences that complement Wheaton's unique charm.​

 

Official Wheaton Resources

• City of Wheaton Building Department: Official Website

• Online Permit Portal: Accela Citizen Access

• Address: 303 W. Wesley Street, Wheaton, IL 60187 | (630) 260-2050