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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Keyesport
Any construction, fences, sheds, decks, pools.
Minor cosmetic updates.
- Exempt Minor cosmetic updates.
Required documents
- Application
- Site plan showing property lines and setbacks
- Construction plans
- Building code
- Bond County side follows 2021 IBC/IRC.
- Contractor requirements
- State-licensed trades; county registration.
§ 03
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Visit Village Hall to obtain local zoning application.
- 02 If near Carlyle Lake, obtain U.S. Army Corps of Engineers flowage easement permit (618-594-2484).
- 03 Submit plans for village zoning approval.
- 04 For properties on Bond County side, apply for building permit via Bond County (618-664-9263).
§ 04
Fee schedule
Keyesport building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Permit fee formula
Varies (sq ft or valuation).
Separate fees for Village zoning and County building.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- 618-749-5391 (phone)
- Inspection hours
- Standard business hours.
Typical sequence: Typical sequence: footing, framing, electrical, final.
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Keyesport permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Keyesport, IL? ▸
Any construction, fences, sheds, decks, pools.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Keyesport, IL? ▸
Building permit fees in Keyesport, IL are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: Varies (sq ft or valuation)..
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Keyesport, IL? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Keyesport, IL, follow these steps: 1. Visit Village Hall to obtain local zoning application. 2. If near Carlyle Lake, obtain U.S. Army Corps of Engineers flowage easement permit (618-594-2484). 3. Submit plans for village zoning approval. 4. For properties on Bond County side, apply for building permit via Bond County (618-664-9263).
04 What work is exempt from building permits in Keyesport, IL? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Keyesport, IL. The following work is generally exempt: Minor cosmetic updates.. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Keyesport, IL? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Keyesport, IL via: 618-749-5391.
last verified April 2026
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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Village of Keyesport Village Hall before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.