A permit is required to construct a fence.
Fences
The following application materials are required:
- Completed and Signed Application below.
- Plat of Survey Indicating Location of Fence
- Fence Proposal or Contract
- $100 Permit Fee
The following requirements apply to fences:
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Maximum height of 7 feet above-established grade (Portion of Fence higher than 6 feet must have an area open for view of at least 50%)
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Residential fences may be constructed in the front yard with a maximum height of 6 feet and an area open for view of at least 80%; such fences must be fabricated metal
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Click here to view diagrams indicating what fence types and where fences may be installed
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Fence posts and posthole diameters must be located entirely on the permittee's property
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An inspection is required prior to permit approval and fence installation
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View the Village Code's fence requirements, including more information on fence regulations for residential corner lots
This application is a fillable PDF and can be printed and submitted to the Village for review.
Fence permit application
Work hours in the Village of River Forest:
- 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. - Monday through Friday
- 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. - Saturdays
- No work on Sundays, New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving or Christmas