City Building Permits
Martinsville, IL - 2026 Building Permit Guide
How to apply for a building permit in Martinsville, Illinois. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.
Illinois Clark County Updated March 2026
Permit Authority
City limits of Martinsville.
- Department
- Address
- 55 W. Cumberland St., Martinsville, IL 62442
- Phone
- (217) 382-4323
- mayor@martinsvilleil.com
- Website
- https://martinsvilleil.com/
Application Process
- Obtain any application for permit from the city.
- Submit to the city for review by the Zoning, Building Commission.
- Complete any required inspections before final approval.
General Requirements
Work That Does NOT Require a Permit
Contact the to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.
Inspections
How to Schedule
- Inspection hours
- City council meetings are held the second and fourth Wednesdays at 7:00 pm; city hall hours were not clearly published in the permit sources reviewed.
Additional Resources
- Contact page
- Agendas and minutes
- License lookup guide: Illinois Contractor License Requirements
- Contract template: Illinois Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
- Illinois hub: Illinois Contractor License & Permit Hub
Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the before applying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Martinsville Building Permit FAQ
- How do I apply for a building permit in Martinsville, IL?
- 1. Obtain any application for permit from the city. 2. Submit to the city for review by the Zoning, Building Commission. 3. Complete any required inspections before final approval.
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