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Commercial Permits
Introduction
Permits, inspections and occupancy approval are required for commercial and industrial properties. Plans requiring structural work shall be stamped by an Illinois Licensed Architect or Structural Engineer.If you are unsure whether a permit is needed, please call (847) 918-2020.
Submittal Requirements
The following list gives the submittal requirements for the most common commercial projects. If plans are ready for review, but the contractors have not been decided upon, 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.Requirements
Type of Project | Submittal Requirements |
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Addition |
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Air Conditioning (New or replacement, including rooftop units. Screening required) |
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Building Demolition |
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Electrical Service (Outside disconnect required. Work must be done by licensed and insured electrician) |
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Furnace / Boiler |
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In-Ground Sprinkler System (RPZ Required) |
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Interior Remodel (with existing tenant) |
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Job Trailer |
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New Building |
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New Window Openings |
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Occupancy of a Space (with no remodel work) |
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Re-Roof |
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Sales Trailer |
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Security System |
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Sewer Repair |
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Shed |
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Siding, Gutters, Fascia |
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Solar | |
Tenant Buildout |
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Tree Removal (click link title for Tree Ordinance) |
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