Quick answer: This ordinance defines what a fence is and sets the rules for putting one up in any zoning district. The goal is to let you have privacy on your own lot while protecting your neighbors, the look of the community, and public safety. It applies to every zoning district in the Village.
What you need to know
- What counts as a fence: Any structure (wood, metal, masonry, vinyl, shrubbery, and similar) built to enclose or partly enclose property. Purely decorative pieces that don’t enclose anything aren’t “fences.”
- Front yard: Any yard that borders a street is treated as a front yard, which affects what’s allowed.
- Where it applies: All zoning districts in the Village. It does not apply to temporary fences used during construction or renovation.
- Permitted fences: Rules vary by yard location and the minimum required setbacks. Check the full ordinance for the limits that apply to your specific yard before building.
Have questions about this ordinance? Contact the Village for more information.