Evanston Fence Installation
Fenceworks is Chicagolands premier fence contractor licensed & bonded and has been safeguarding properties since 1967.
At Fenceworks we understand the importance of giving your backyard a personalized touch with a new fence. We take pride in offering a vast range of fencing materials that can be customized to your preference and taste.
Fenceworks installs a variety of different types of fences in Evanston. Customers can choose to buy fences made out of cedar, PVC / vinyl, aluminum, composite, and chain-link. At Fenceworks we have the right fence for your business or your home.
Useful information about Evanston Fence Installation
| Evanston City Hall Phone Number |
847-448-4311 |
| Evanston Website |
cityofevanston.org |
| Evanston City Hall Hours |
Monday – 9:00 a.m. to 400 p.m. Tuesday – 9:00 a.m. to 400 p.m. Wednesday – 9:00 a.m. to 400 p.m. Thursday – 9:00 a.m. to 400 p.m. Friday – 9:00 a.m. to 400 p.m. |
| Evanston Fence Installation Permit Links |
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| How long will it take for me to get my permit? |
5 business days |
Evanston Fence Building Permits Requirements
FENCE CONSTRUCTION DOES NOT REQUIRE PLAN REVIEW
Fence (requires Zoning Review)/Construction Fence
Requires submittal of a Plat of Survey showing proposed fence location
To apply for these permits, the following shall be required:
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A completed permit application using the Citizens Portal link on the Building & Inspection Services website page. A user account must be established prior to submitting a permit application.
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Trade contractor and project worksheets (electrical, plumbing, mechanical, roof, window, etc.)
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Copy of the project contract that shows the construction valuation/project cost.
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Construction Valuation shall include material, labor, fixtures and equipment.
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Emergency Contact information
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All contractors must be registered with the City of Evanston - requirements vary by contractor type. (See below).
CONTRACTOR REGISTRATION
To obtain a building permit, the general contractor and all trade contractors working under the permit must be registered with the City.
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Permitted Materials |
Wood |
Yes. |
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Wood-polymer Lumber |
Yes, provided said material consists of at least 50% post-consumer and/or post-industrial wood fiber. |
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Wrought Iron |
Yes. |
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Masonry or Stucco Wall |
Yes. |
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Chain Link |
Yes, except not permitted within area between street lot line and 3' behind any street-facing facade of the principal building unless property is along Type 1 Street and chain link is specifically listed as a permitted material along said Type 1 Street. |
Yes, provided fence is within required interior side yard or required rear yard. |
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PVC |
Yes, provided post or horizontal components do not have circular cross section and have wall thickness of at least 0.120 inches; and all material is solid-wall extruded, is recyclable at end of useful life, and meets Standard Specification F964-94 of 1998 Annual Book of ASTM Standards. |
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Barb Wire |
No. |
Yes, provided fence is within required interior side yard or required rear yard; is above 6'; and conforms with § 7-5-2. |
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Unfinished Concrete or Cinder Block Wall |
Yes. |
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Permitted Location (Required Yard) |
Front |
No, unless property is along Type 1 Street; and wood, wood-polymer lumber, wrought iron, or PVC fence is at least 30% open. |
Yes. |
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Street Side |
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Interior Side |
Yes, provided fence is setback from any front-facing facade of principal building by 3'. |
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Rear |
Yes. |
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Bldg Envelope |
Yes, provided fence is setback from any front-facing facade of principal building by 3'. |
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Permitted Height |
Typical |
6', except no greater than 4' when legally located between front lot line and 3' behind any front-facing facade of principal building or when legally located within the required street side yard unless located as hereafter described where 8' is permitted; no greater than 8' when within required interior side or required rear yard and said yard or adjacent alley is boundary between residential and nonresidential use. |
8'. |
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Temporary |
8', provided applicant conforms with § 6-4-8-4. |
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Open Mesh for Park, Rec Area, School |
No restrictions. |
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