The following links will provide information regarding Residential Building Requirements.  If additional information is needed, please contact the Building Department at 630-530-3030.

Working Hours
Code of Conduct Signs - Sign Placement and Definition
Snow / Tree Protection

PERMITS
  - Building Permit - When do I need one?
  - Residential Permit Fees
  - Plan Review Checklists - these are the minimum items required for Plan Review.  
         Additional comments may be made by the Plan Reviewer.
  - Plan Review Requirements

• Construction Documents Needed
• Building Plan Review Requirements
• Electrical Plan Review Requirements
• Plumbing Plan Review Requirements
• Mechanical Plan Review Requirements
• Sprinkler Plan Review Requirements    

  - Site Development Plan Submittal Requirements
  - Required Topographies and Spot Surveys for Additions and Garages
  - Water Meters for Single Family Homes
  - Deck Requirements 
  - Obtaining a Lawn Sprinkler Permit
  - Detached Garage
  - Reroofing your house?
  - Stairs, Handrails and Guardrails
  - Swimming Pool Requirements 


INSPECTIONS
  - Inspection Checklists


MISCELLANEOUS
  - Approved Set of Plans
  - Minimum Construction Requirements
  - Roof Ice Protection
  - Stop Construction Site Thefts
  - Wall Ties and Nail Guards
  - Plumbing
  - New Water Services and Water Service Upgrades