New Baden, IL — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Village of New Baden Building and Zoning Department

Street address

1 E. Hanover Street, New Baden, IL 62265

Phone

(618) 588-3813 (Ext 5)

zoning@newbadenil.com

Coverage

Village of New Baden limits.

Online portal

Document Center

Village website

Website

Department website

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for New Baden

New construction, additions, decks, fences, major electric/plumbing.

Scope of work

Permit?

Minor cosmetic repairs.

Exempt

Exempt Minor cosmetic repairs.

Required documents

Application
Construction plans
Site plan

Building code: Village Code; moving to 2021 IBC/IRC.
Owner-builder: Owner-builders are allowed.
Contractor requirements: State licenses required.

Source: Village of New Baden Building and Zoning Department ↗

§ 03

Application process

Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final

01

Download application from Document Center.
02

Submit for plan review (New Home, Addition, or Accessory).
03

Pay plan review fee ($30 - $120).
04

Department issues permit based on sq. ft. calculation.
05

Occupancy permit required for establishment of residence.

Source: Village of New Baden Building and Zoning Department ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

New Baden building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Minimum permit fee

$50.00 (Occupancy)

Plan check fee

$120 (New Home), $60 (Addition), $30 (Accessory).

Permit fee formula

$0.35 per sq. ft. (New/Additions); $0.25 per sq. ft. (Alterations).

Reinspection fee

$25 for re-inspection.

Water Tap $1,000; Sewer Tap $1,500.

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

(618) 588-3813 ext 5 (phone)

Inspection hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Typical sequence: Typical sequence: Plan review, Structural, Electrical, Final.

Source: Village of New Baden Building and Zoning Department ↗

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about New Baden permits

01 Do I need a building permit in New Baden, IL? ▸

New construction, additions, decks, fences, major electric/plumbing.

02 How much does a building permit cost in New Baden, IL? ▸

Building permit fees in New Baden, IL are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $50.00 (Occupancy). Fees are calculated as: $0.35 per sq. ft. (New/Additions); $0.25 per sq. ft. (Alterations).. Plan check fee: $120 (New Home), $60 (Addition), $30 (Accessory)..

03 How do I apply for a building permit in New Baden, IL? ▸

To apply for a building permit in New Baden, IL, follow these steps: 1. Download application from Document Center. 2. Submit for plan review (New Home, Addition, or Accessory). 3. Pay plan review fee ($30 - $120). 4. Department issues permit based on sq. ft. calculation. 5. Occupancy permit required for establishment of residence.

04 What work is exempt from building permits in New Baden, IL? ▸

Not all construction work requires a permit in New Baden, IL. The following work is generally exempt: Minor cosmetic repairs.. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.

05 How do I schedule a building inspection in New Baden, IL? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in New Baden, IL via: (618) 588-3813 ext 5.

last verified April 2026 source Village of New Baden Building and Zoning Department ↗ entry id permits/illinois/clinton/new-baden

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Village of New Baden Building and Zoning Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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Other jurisdictions in Clinton County.