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City of Quincy

How to apply for a building permit in City of Quincy, Illinois. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Last verified
April 2026
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§ 01

Permit authority

Department of Inspections and Enforcement / Office of Inspection

Street address
Quincy City Hall, 730 Maine St, Quincy, IL 62301; inspection office at 706 Maine St, 3rd Floor, City Hall Annex, Quincy, IL 62301
Phone
217-228-4540
Email
inspections@quincyil.gov
Coverage
City of Quincy and contiguous territory within 1.5 miles beyond city limits for many permit types.
Online portal
iWorQ portal
iWorQ
Website
Department website
§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Quincy

Before starting new projects including extensions, additions, alterations, repairs, foundations, fences, and demolitions.

Note: Quincy publishes separate permit pages for building, demolition, electrical, fence, plumbing, pool, and sign work, but the city-specific exemption list was not fully published on the reviewed sources.

Required documents
  • Application
  • Project address
  • Zoning district
  • Owner information
  • Construction details
  • Valuation
  • Contractor and design professional information if applicable
  • Flood hazard disclosure if applicable
Building code
The public page still lists 2018 IBC, 2018 IRC, 2018 IMC, 2018 IFGC, 2018 IPC, 2017 electrical code, 2021 IECC, and 2018 Illinois Accessibility Code. This appears outdated relative to the statewide 2025 mandate and should be verified with the city.
Permit validity
Work authorized under permit must commence within 6 months of issuance and must be completed within 1 year, per application form.
Owner-builder
Owner or owner's representative must complete the application; applicant certifies authority when not the owner.
Contractor requirements
Electrical contractor, mechanical contractor, and roofing contractor requirements are published; plumbing contractor must be state licensed and registered; general contractor info is requested on the application.
§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: 3 to 5 working days after receipt of a completed application

  1. 01
    Start with the permit application and required submittals through iWorQ or paper application.
  2. 02
    The office reviews the application and plans for code compliance.
  3. 03
    If compliant, the permit is issued.
  4. 04
    Site plan review is required for multiple family, commercial, downtown, and industrial projects.

Typical processing time: 3 to 5 working days after receipt of a completed application

Source: Department of Inspections and Enforcement / Office of Inspection ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Quincy building permit fees

Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
$50 residential; $75 commercial, industrial, and multi-family residential
02
Permit fee formula
Residential new construction/additions/remodeling/repairs at cost of construction x 0.0025; commercial/industrial/multi-family at cost of construction x 0.005

Inspection cost is included in the permit fee on the building permit page.

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule
Inspection hours
Tuesday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm

Typical sequence: Typical sequence: footing, column footing, trench footing, rough building, final building, then certificate of occupancy before occupancy.

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Quincy permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Quincy, IL? ▸
Before starting new projects including extensions, additions, alterations, repairs, foundations, fences, and demolitions.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Quincy, IL? ▸
Building permit fees in Quincy, IL are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $50 residential; $75 commercial, industrial, and multi-family residential. Fees are calculated as: Residential new construction/additions/remodeling/repairs at cost of construction x 0.0025; commercial/industrial/multi-family at cost of construction x 0.005.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Quincy, IL? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Quincy, IL, follow these steps: 1. Start with the permit application and required submittals through iWorQ or paper application. 2. The office reviews the application and plans for code compliance. 3. If compliant, the permit is issued. 4. Site plan review is required for multiple family, commercial, downtown, and industrial projects.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Quincy, IL? ▸
Building permit processing times in Quincy, IL typically run 3 to 5 working days after receipt of a completed application. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Quincy, IL? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Quincy, IL via: iWorQ portal, City inspections office.
last verified April 2026 source Department of Inspections and Enforcement / Office of Inspection ↗ entry id permits/illinois/adams/quincy
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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Department of Inspections and Enforcement / Office of Inspection before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.