City Building Permits

Mattoon, IL - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in Mattoon, Illinois. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Illinois Coles County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

City of Mattoon.

Department
Community Development and Code Enforcement, City of Mattoon
Address
208 North 19th Street, Mattoon, Illinois 61938
Phone
217-234-7367
Website
https://mattoon.illinois.gov/government/code-enforcement/

Application Process

  1. Confirm zoning and permit type.
  2. Download the correct permit application.
  3. Prepare required plans.
  4. Submit for review.
  5. Receive the permit after approval.

Source: Community Development and Code Enforcement, City of Mattoon

General Requirements

Mattoon requires building permits for regulated construction and alterations.

Required Documents

  • Detached garages need plot plan.
  • Single family homes and duplexes need plot plan with size, location, streets, parking, and drive entrances.
  • Other buildings need two sets of complete plans, plot plan, drainage plan if over 10,000 square feet is altered, parking layout, site work plan, building/electrical/plumbing/mechanical plans, and calculations.
  • Applicable work must be sealed by an Illinois registered design professional.
  • Owner certification is required if someone other than the owner applies.
Building code
International Building Code 2024, International Residential Code 2024, International Fire Code 2024, International Existing Building Code 2021, Illinois Accessibility Code 2018, Illinois Plumbing Code 2014, Illinois NEC 2008, and older local code references.
Owner-builder
Owner certification required if not the applicant.
Contractor requirements
Published page says approved concrete contractors for certain public works work; general contractor licensing is local, not statewide.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

  • Public downloads include separate forms for fence, plumbing, mechanical, sign, street cut, water/sewer tap, demolition, and extraterritorial permits.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Inspection hours
City Hall hours Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Typical inspection sequence: Plan review first, then permit issuance, then inspections as applicable.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Community Development and Code Enforcement, City of Mattoon before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Mattoon Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Mattoon, IL?
Mattoon requires building permits for regulated construction and alterations.
How do I apply for a building permit in Mattoon, IL?
1. Confirm zoning and permit type. 2. Download the correct permit application. 3. Prepare required plans. 4. Submit for review. 5. Receive the permit after approval.
What work is exempt from building permits in Mattoon, IL?
The following work is generally exempt: Public downloads include separate forms for fence, plumbing, mechanical, sign, street cut, water/sewer tap, demolition, and extraterritorial permits..

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