Fence Permit Assistance

What We Do

• Permit check & scope – height, location (front/side/rear), and style eligibility
• Documents – site layout, specs, photos, surveys (when required)
• Application & fees – prepare, submit, and track your permit
• Coordination – inspections, revisions, and final sign-off

Since 1975, Osceola has navigated fence installation in Chicago and suburban cities along with permitting for residential and commercial fences.

Typical cases we handle

• Front-yard, parkway, and corner-lot projects (visibility & “open” designs)
• Backyard privacy fences up to 6′ (vinyl/cedar/composite)
• Open iron/steel front fences and railings
• Commercial perimeters & yards (chain link, windscreen, cantilever gates)
• Alley gates (slide/swing) and automatic gate permits

What you may need (we’ll tell you exactly)

• Recent plat of survey or property lines
• Simple site sketch (we can produce a scaled plan)
• Photos of the fence line / conditions
• HOA or building approval (if applicable)

• Unsure what you have? We’ll review and create what’s missing.

Timelines & expectations

• Most straightforward projects: Easy/express permit path
• Taller / special districts / masonry: extra reviews & drawings
• We’ll give you a timeline at the start and manage updates with the city/village.

Pricing

• Permit service is bundled with installation. Third-party fees (city/village) are billed at cost. You’ll see them on your estimate before we apply.

Service Area

Chicago and surrounding suburbs, including: Evanston, Skokie, Lincolnwood, Franklin Park, Broadview, Addison, Elgin, and more.

• Ready to move forward?
• Request a Free On-Site Fence Estimate
  We’ll confirm code/eligibility, prepare the application, and keep your project on schedule.

Quick answers (mini-FAQ)

• Do I always need a permit?
  Many projects do; exact rules depend on height, location, and design openness. We’ll confirm at your site visit.
• Front-yard in Chicago—what’s this “open” rule?
  Front fences often need high openness (e.g., wrought iron) and have height limits. We’ll recommend compliant styles.
• Who handles inspections?
  We do—along with any revisions the city requests.

• Want the full how-to? Read our detailed Fence Permit Checklist for Chicago.