Fence Restriction: The owner of each lot may (but need not) erect a fence on the interior boundary of the Owner's Lot. Any fence which is erected on the Owner's Lot shall be subject to the following.

The fence shall be constructed within the fence guidelines as established from time-to-time by the Association and as supplemented by the City Code, stating the type of fence allowed; and

The Owner shall, before constructing any fence, submit his/her plan (location and type) for the fence to the City for approval; and

the Owner of the Lot shall at all times maintain the fence in good condition and repair at the Owner's sold cost and expense; and

the fence shall be constructed with wood or cedar boards only not to exceed 5 feet in height. Chain link fence is prohibited on all Lots; and

the fence shall not encroach upon any easement dedicated for the purpose of landscape improvements, or community enhancement.

CITY OF ELGIN FENCE RESTRICTIONS

Certain subdivisions do not allow fences in front or side yards.  Any yard adjoining a street is considered a front yard.  The following restrictions apply to front yards.

a. The maximum height for a solid fence is 3 feet
b. The maximum height for a 40% open fence is 4 feet.
c. The fence must not obstruct the view of traffic at an intersection or driveways.
d. No chain link fences are allowed within front building lines.

The following restriction applies to side and rear yards:
a. The maximum height for a fence is 6 feet.
b. A maximum separation of 6 inch separation is included in the fence height.

Architectural Approval Form