Residential Permit Information

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Introduction

Permits and inspections are required for most work to be done on a residential property. If you are not sure whether you need a permit, please call us at (847) 918-2020.

Submittal Requirements

The following list gives the submittal requirements for the most common residential projects. If plans are ready for review but the contractors are not known, submit a Plan Review Application in place of the Construction Permit Application. Submit the Construction Permit Application once the contractors for the project are known.
 

Project Submittal Requirements

Type of Project	Submittal Requirements
Addition	2 sets of Architectural Plans 4 sets of Engineering Plans 4 copies of Plat of Survey with location of addition  Existing Plat of Survey If adding plumbing fixtures, a list of existing fixtures in the home  Trees shown on the Plat of Survey, mark any trees to be removed  Construction Permit Application  Engineering Permit Application
Air Conditioning (New or replacement, screening required)	Plat of Survey with air conditioner location shown  Proposal or contract with HVAC company  Specification sheet on unit Construction Permit Application
Building (Demolition)	Water, sewer, gas & electric disconnect notices  Tree survey signed by certified arborist  2 copies of Plat of Survey  Site plan locating 6' high temporary fence, silt fence, tree fencing, dumpster, & porta toilet Neighbor Notification  Site, Trash, & Street Agreements Construction Permit Application  Engineering Permit Application
Building (New House)	4 copies of Plat of Survey  2 sets of Architectural Plans  4 sets of Engineering Plans Energy calculations  Photos of existing conditions of the right-of-way  Construction Permit Application  Engineering Permit Application   Watershed Development Permit Application
Deck (click link title for handout information)	2 sets of plans (include step and railing details)  2 copies of Plat of Survey with deck location drawn  Construction Permit Application  Engineering Permit Application
Driveway	2 copies of Plat of Survey with work area highlighted If adding area, draw on Plat of Survey with dimensions Calculation of existing impervious surface and lot coverage Calculation of new impervious surface and lot coverage  Photos of existing conditions of the right of way  Construction Permit Application (if work to be on private property only) Engineering Permit Application (if work to be done in the right-of-way or any size change)
Electrical Service (click link title for handout) (Outside disconnect required. Work must be done by licensed and insured electrician)	Construction Permit Application
Fence (click link title for handout information) (Max. Height is 6’-6”)	2 copies of Plat of Survey with location of fence shown Proposal/contract from Contractor  Construction Permit Application
Fire Pit	2 copies of Plat of Survey with fire pit location and distance from all structures and lot lines shown  Dimension drawing of fire pit  Construction Permit Application
Furnace Replacement	Proposal/Contract from Contractor  Plat of Survey with furnace vent location shown High efficiency furnaces shall vent to the rear yard or thru the roof. Construction Permit Application
Garage (click link title for handout information)	3 sets of plans/cut sheets for the structure 3 copies of Plat of Survey with garage location, dimensions, and distance from lot lines   Construction Permit Application  Engineering Permit Application
Gazebo (click link title for handout information)	2 sets of plans/cut sheets for the structure 2 copies of Plat of Survey with gazebo location, dimensions, and distance from lot lines  Construction Permit Application  Engineering Permit Application
Home Business	Home Occupation Form
Hot Tub (click link title for handout information)	Plat of Survey with hot tub location shown  Construction Permit Application  Engineering Permit Application
In-Ground Sprinkler System (RPZ required and must be tested annually)	2 copies of Plat of Survey with system drawn  Construction Permit Application Engineering Permit Application Original Letter of Waiver
Mailboxes	For information regarding mailboxes, please contact the Engineering Division at (847) 918-2100
Patio	2 copies of Plat of Survey with work area highlighted if adding area, draw on Plat of Survey with dimensions Calculation of existing impervious surface and lot coverage Calculation of new impervious surface and lot coverage Construction Permit Application   Engineering Permit Application (if changing size/shape)
Remodel- Interior	2 copies of plan if adding plumbing fixtures, a list of existing fixtures in home Construction Permit Application
Roof –Replacement (click link title for handout) (Ice and water shield required)	Proposal/Contract from Contractor Construction Permit Application
Security Systems (low voltage only, wireless systems do not require a permit)	Construction Permit Application
Sewer Repairs (work on private property only)	Copy of contract/proposal Construction Permit Application
Sewer Repairs with work in the public right of way	Copy of contract/proposal 2 copies of Plat of Survey with work area drawn and highlighted Photos of existing conditions of right of way Engineering Permit Application
All trenches/excavations are to be completed and shored per OSHA requirements. Village personnel shall not enter the excavation for inspection if it is not in a safe condition. All piping for sewer repairs shall be schedule 40 PVC with solvent joints connected to existing piping with non-shear bands. The building sewer shall be of ductile cast iron for a minimum of five (5) feet outside the wall when penetrating a foundation.
Shed (click link title for handout information)	2 sets of plans/cut sheets for the structure 2 copies of  Plat of Survey with shed location, dimensions, and distance from lot lines Construction Permit Application  Engineering Permit Application
Siding, Gutters, Fascia	Contract/Proposal from Contractor Construction Permit Application
Solar Panels (click link title for handout information)	2 copies of Site Plan 2 copies of all plans, specification sheets, and installation manuals Signed and stamped letter from Illinois licensed Structural Engineer or Architect Construction Permit Application Zoning Review of Solar Installations
Swimming Pool (click link title for handout information) (Above or In-Ground)	2 copies of Plat of Survey with pool location shown  3 sets of pool and grading plans Existing Plat of Survey  Screening  Construction Permit Application  Engineering Permit Application
Tree Removal (click link title for handout information)	Plat of Survey with trees to be removed marked  Construction Permit Application
Windows (New)	2 drawings of new opening indicating size of header and width of opening Construction Permit Application
Windows (Replacement in Bedrooms and Basements)	Proposal/Contract with size, type, and u-factor indicated  Construction Permit Application
Basements & bedrooms shall have at least one openable emergency escape and rescue opening. The sill height shall not be more than 44” above floor. The minimum net clear opening shall be 5.7 S.F. The minimum net clear opening height shall be 24”. The minimum net clear opening width shall be 20”.