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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Bond County
All new construction, additions, structural alterations, accessory buildings.
Agricultural buildings on farms (including farm residences).
Minor repairs.
- Exempt Agricultural buildings on farms (including farm residences).
- Exempt Minor repairs.
Required documents
- Application
- Set of plans/specifications
- Site plan
- Legal description
- Building code
- 2021 International Building Code (IBC), 2021 International Residential Code (IRC), 2020 National Electrical Code (NEC), 2021 International Fire Code (IFC).
- Owner-builder
- Allowed.
- Contractor requirements
- State-licensed trades.
§ 03
Application process
Typical processing: Varies.
- 01 Use Bond County online portal or visit the Greenville office.
- 02 Submit detailed construction description and estimated cost.
- 03 Provide legal description and site plan.
- 04 Pay base and filing fees.
Typical processing time: Varies.
§ 04
Fee schedule
Bond County building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
$75.00 (App fee) + $175.00 (Filing fee)
02
Plan check fee
$100.00 Zoning Certificate.
03
Permit fee formula
$0.15 per sq ft of foundation (Residential/Commercial); $0.10 per sq ft (Accessory); $50 flat fee for Carports/Decks.
04
Reinspection fee
$50.00 per visit; 10% automation fee surcharge.
Checks payable to Bond County.
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- 618-664-9263 (phone)
- Inspection hours
- Standard business hours.
Typical sequence: Typical sequence: foundation, framing, final.
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about unincorporated Bond County permits
01 Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Bond County, IL? ▸
All new construction, additions, structural alterations, accessory buildings.
02 How much does a building permit cost in unincorporated Bond County, IL? ▸
Building permit fees in unincorporated Bond County, IL are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $75.00 (App fee) + $175.00 (Filing fee). Fees are calculated as: $0.15 per sq ft of foundation (Residential/Commercial); $0.10 per sq ft (Accessory); $50 flat fee for Carports/Decks.. Plan check fee: $100.00 Zoning Certificate..
03 How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Bond County, IL? ▸
To apply for a building permit in unincorporated Bond County, IL, follow these steps: 1. Use Bond County online portal or visit the Greenville office. 2. Submit detailed construction description and estimated cost. 3. Provide legal description and site plan. 4. Pay base and filing fees.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in unincorporated Bond County, IL? ▸
Building permit processing times in unincorporated Bond County, IL typically run Varies.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 What work is exempt from building permits in unincorporated Bond County, IL? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in unincorporated Bond County, IL. The following work is generally exempt: Agricultural buildings on farms (including farm residences).; Minor repairs.. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Bond County, IL? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Bond County, IL via: 618-664-9263.
last verified April 2026
source Bond County Building and Zoning Department ↗
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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Bond County Building and Zoning Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.