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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Pana
City Code Chapter 25, Section 25-102 governs building permits
- Completed packet
- Site plan
- Parcel information
- Contractor and owner signatures
- JULIE number
- Any survey requested by the city
- Building code
- City ordinances and any codes adopted by the city; statewide minimum code enforcement applies from January 1, 2025
- Permit validity
- Building permits are valid for only 90 days
- Owner-builder
- The owner and contractor must both sign the application; owner remains responsible for property line accuracy
- Contractor requirements
- No local contractor license system identified; state-licensed trades still apply
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Complete the Building Permit Application packet.
- 02 Mark the construction area with city-provided flags.
- 03 Obtain a JULIE dig number.
- 04 Draw a site plan on the city form.
- 05 Provide the completed packet to the city for review.
- 06 City staff provide the applicable ordinance, review the submission, and issue or deny the permit.
Source: Building and Zoning Office ↗
Fee schedule
Pana building permit fees
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
Typical sequence: Application review, issuance, construction verification visit, final occupancy/compliance visit
City may require survey confirmation near property lines and can issue citations for inaccurate setbacks
Frequently asked
Common questions about Pana permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Pana, IL? ▸
02 How much does a building permit cost in Pana, IL? ▸
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Pana, IL? ▸
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Building and Zoning Office before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.