The Village of Algonquin, IL

• Building Permit Application
• Fence New
  • Click here for Detail Requirements
  • Plat of Survey indicating the size and locations of the fence marked with a highlighter pen
  • Description of Fence
  • Property Owner Release and Waiver of Liability
• Fence Replacement/Repair
  • Plat of Survey indicating the size and locations of the fence marked with a highlighter pen
  • Replacement or repair of up to two (2) fence panel sections and/or three (3) support posts.
• Subdivisions with Unique Fencing Restrictions
  • Fences must also meet your subdivision's rules.
  • Before you apply for a fence permit, check with your Homeowner's Association (HOA) or subdivision covenant. 
  • Many subdivisions in the Village have their own recorded restrictions on fencing — including height, material, style, and placement — that are separate from, and often stricter than, the Village's fence code. A Village permit does not override or waive your subdivision's HOA restrictions. It is your responsibility, not the Village's, to confirm your fence complies with any applicable covenants before installation.
    If your property is in a subdivision with an HOA, we strongly encourage you to get written approval from your HOA before submitting your permit application. Installing a fence that violates your subdivision's covenants can result in enforcement action by your HOA, including forced removal of the fence at your expense — even after the Village has issued a permit.
    If you are unsure whether your subdivision has an HOA or recorded restrictions, contact your subdivision's management company or check your property's title/closing documents.

• $45.00

• Zoning Setback Requirements
• Work must be started and completed within six (6) months of the issue date.
• Individual subdivision covenants may have special requirements and restrictions. It is up to homeowner to receive Home Owner’s Association approval.
• After Permit is issued, as construction progresses, inspections are required.
  • Click here to start Self Inspection for Fence Final.
  • Click here to schedule inspections online. Or call us at (847) 658-2700, option 3.
• Contact JULIE at 811 or www.illinois1call.com before you dig.

International Residential Code 2018  |  International Building Code 2018  | International Fire Code 2018  |  International Mechanical Code 2018  |  International Fuel Gas Code 2018  |  National Electrical Code 2017  |  Current Illinois State Plumbing Code  |   International Energy Conservation Code 2024  |  International Existing Building Code 2018  |  International Property Maintenance Code 2018  |  Illinois Accessibility Code 2018

Please note that this checklist is not intended to be all-inclusive. Due to changes in codes, regulations, and ordinances, other requirements may apply.

For further information regarding the Village's regulations for building permits, please contact the Community Development Department at 847-658-2700, press 3 or email at permits@algonquin.org or submit Online form.