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Building Department
(Permits/Inspections/Registrations)

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Permit application process:

  1. Download form or pick up permit applications at the City Clerk's Office.
    Residential Permit Application
    Commercial Building Permit Application

  2. Drop off the application at City Clerk's office or email all application files to ILinspections@safebuilt.com

  3. Once all application materials are received, files will be reviewed by the Building and Property Safety Director.

    1. The Director will contact applicants for any clarifications or additional information needed.

    2. Once all materials are received and questions answered, reviews may take up to 5 business days for residential permits and 10 business days for commercial permits.

  4. Once the application is approved, the applicant will be contacted to obtain and pay for the permit at the City Clerk’s Office.
    (Please note that the City only accepts cash, checks, or money orders.)

  5. If inspections are required, it will be noted when the applicant obtains the permit. Inspections are included in the permit fee. Additional inspections needed due to a failed inspection will be charged at a rate of $25 for residential and $50 for commercial.

 

Remember to call J.U.L.I.E. before you dig. Call 811 or (800) 892-0123. 
JULIE's agents are available 24/7.

 

To schedule an inspection:

  • To schedule an inspection service, call Justin Boelk directly at (815) 915-7372 or call the City Clerk's office at (815) 539-7459. 

  • Inspection requests are preferred to have at least 24 hour notice. However those made by 3pm can be scheduled for the next day. 

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