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Residential Permit Information
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 |
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Addition |
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Air Conditioning (New or replacement, screening required) |
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Building (Demolition) |
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Building (New House) |
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Deck (click link title for handout information) |
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Driveway |
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Electrical Service (click link title for handout) (Outside disconnect required. Work must be done by licensed and insured electrician) |
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Fence (click link title for handout information) (Max. Height is 6’-6”) |
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Fire Pit |
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Furnace Replacement |
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Garage (click link title for handout information) |
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Gazebo (click link title for handout information) |
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Home Business | |
Hot Tub (click link title for handout information) |
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In-Ground Sprinkler System (RPZ required and must be tested annually) |
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Mailboxes |
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Patio |
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Remodel- Interior |
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Roof –Replacement (click link title for handout) (Ice and water shield required) |
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Security Systems (low voltage only, wireless systems do not require a permit) |
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Sewer Repairs (work on private property only) |
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Sewer Repairs with work in the public right of way |
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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) |
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Siding, Gutters, Fascia |
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Solar Panels (click link title for handout information) |
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Swimming Pool (click link title for handout information) (Above or In-Ground) |
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Tree Removal (click link title for handout information) |
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Windows (New) |
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Windows (Replacement in Bedrooms and Basements) |
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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”. |