Building Permit Information
If you are considering improvements to your home or property, you should know that virtually every enhancement requires a building permit. Permits are required for any improvements to your home that involve plumbing, structural, electric, or mechanical work. Specific building permits are required for projects including new installation or replacement of the following:
- Basements
- Concrete Patio and Paver Brick Patios
- Decks
- Deck Construction Information
- Fences
- Garages
- Pools (above ground, in-ground and storable pools)
- Pool/Barrier Information
- Roofs
- Sheds/Accessory Structures
Applying for Permits
Permits can be applied for at the City Hall offices on the lower level or e-mailed to bzpermits@yorkville.il.us. Applications are available online or you can stop by City Hall. Additional information is available by calling 630-553-8545.Plat Survey Requirement
In most cases a copy of a recent plat of survey will be required. This survey should accurately show all existing buildings and improvements and the proposed location shown on the survey where you intend to build, including the dimensions and distances to all lot lines. The property’s Permanent Property Identification Number (PIN) is required on all Applications for Permits pursuant to State Law, 65 ILCS 5/11-39-1 and 65 ILCS 5/11-39-2.Permit Review
Permits generally take 7-14 days to complete a review. If changes are required, this process could take longer.Permit Length
A permit will expire if the work is not started within 6 months of the date of issuance. A permit will also expire if work is suspended or abandoned for a period of 6 months or if it has been longer than 6 months since the last inspection. The maximum length of a permit is 2 years.Inspections
It is the responsibility of the property owner to make sure that all necessary inspections are performed. Inspections must be requested at least 1 working day prior to the day the inspection is to take place. Inspections can be scheduled over the phone or via e-mail, please have the following information available:- Address of Inspection
- Date Requested for Inspection
- Lot Number and Subdivision
- Permit Number
- Type of Inspection
Approved plans and permit card must be onsite and available for the inspector.
WHEN YOUR PERMIT IS APPROVED you will be contacted via phone or e-mail. Payments can be made in our office or by calling 630-553-8545. If paying by phone your permit will be e-mailed to you. All Inspections will be scheduled on a first come, first serve basis. |
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Contact Us
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City Hall
651 Prairie Pointe Drive
Yorkville, IL 60560Phone: 630-553-4350
Fax: 630-553-7575Hours
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Building Codes
2018 International Codes
2017 National electric Codes