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Committee clarifies when a fence replacement needs a survey; inspectors can require moves from easements
Kankakee City Building & Code Safety Committee · November 21, 2025
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Summary
The committee clarified that replacing an existing fence in the same location does not require a plat survey but does require a permit and site plan; inspectors can require removal or relocation if the fence sits in a utility easement or incorrect location.
KANKAKEE, Ill. — During the Nov. 20 meeting of Kankakee Citys Building & Code Safety Committee, aldermen and staff clarified rules for residents replacing fences and the role of inspectors in enforcing easements.
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