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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Aviston
Construction, movement, or alteration of structures; includes fences, sheds, decks, pools, and concrete work.
Small maintenance items.
- Exempt Small maintenance items.
Required documents
- Legal description
- Site plan
- Drawings
- Building code
- 2006 IL Building Code (Commercial), 2023 NEC (Electrical), 2024 IL Plumbing Code.
- Permit validity
- 1 year.
- Owner-builder
- Owner-builders are allowed.
- Contractor requirements
- IL State licenses required for plumbers/roofers.
§ 03
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Submit Building & Zoning Permit application to the Zoning Administrator.
- 02 Provide legal description and site plan.
- 03 Commercial projects require plans sealed by an IL Architect/Engineer.
- 04 Separate Electrical and Plumbing permits must be filed for new dwellings.
- 05 Pay inspection and hook-up fees.
§ 04
Fee schedule
Aviston building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Permit fee formula
Varies; Inspection fee is $80 per inspection.
Water ($3,500) and Sewer ($1,000) hook-up fees apply for new construction.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- Zoning Administrator (phone)
- Scheduling deadline
- 24-hour notice required.
- Inspection hours
- Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Typical sequence: Typical sequence: Footing/Foundation (before pour), utilities, final.
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Aviston permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Aviston, IL? ▸
Construction, movement, or alteration of structures; includes fences, sheds, decks, pools, and concrete work.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Aviston, IL? ▸
Building permit fees in Aviston, IL are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: Varies; Inspection fee is $80 per inspection..
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Aviston, IL? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Aviston, IL, follow these steps: 1. Submit Building & Zoning Permit application to the Zoning Administrator. 2. Provide legal description and site plan. 3. Commercial projects require plans sealed by an IL Architect/Engineer. 4. Separate Electrical and Plumbing permits must be filed for new dwellings. 5. Pay inspection and hook-up fees.
04 What work is exempt from building permits in Aviston, IL? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Aviston, IL. The following work is generally exempt: Small maintenance items.. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Aviston, IL? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Aviston, IL via: Zoning Administrator. 24-hour notice required..
last verified April 2026
source Village of Aviston Building and Zoning ↗
entry id permits/illinois/clinton/aviston
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Village of Aviston Building and Zoning before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.