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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Malta
New construction, additions, sheds, decks, fences, pools, roofing, windows (structural).
Finish work (painting, flooring)
Minor landscape maintenance
- Exempt Finish work (painting, flooring)
- Exempt Minor landscape maintenance
Required documents
- Application
- Plat of Survey
- Contractor registration
- Building code
- 2021 ICC Series (follows DeKalb County)
- Permit validity
- 6 months to start
- Owner-builder
- Allowed for residents.
- Contractor requirements
- Registration with Village required.
§ 03
Application process
Typical processing: 1-2 weeks
- 01 Contact Building Inspector Aaron Moore.
- 02 Submit paper application (available at Village Hall) and Plat of Survey.
- 03 Inspector reviews for setbacks and code.
- 04 Pay fee at Village Hall.
- 05 Collect permit.
Typical processing time: 1-2 weeks
Source: Building and Zoning Department ↗
§ 04
Fee schedule
Malta building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
$55
02
Plan check fee
Included in major permit fees
03
Permit fee formula
Square footage/valuation
04
Reinspection fee
$50
Check or cash at Village Hall
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- 815-825-2330 ext 2 (phone)
- Inspection hours
- Appointment based
Typical sequence: Standard ICC sequence
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Malta permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Malta, IL? ▸
New construction, additions, sheds, decks, fences, pools, roofing, windows (structural).
02 How much does a building permit cost in Malta, IL? ▸
Building permit fees in Malta, IL are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $55. Fees are calculated as: Square footage/valuation. Plan check fee: Included in major permit fees.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Malta, IL? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Malta, IL, follow these steps: 1. Contact Building Inspector Aaron Moore. 2. Submit paper application (available at Village Hall) and Plat of Survey. 3. Inspector reviews for setbacks and code. 4. Pay fee at Village Hall. 5. Collect permit.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Malta, IL? ▸
Building permit processing times in Malta, IL typically run 1-2 weeks. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 What work is exempt from building permits in Malta, IL? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Malta, IL. The following work is generally exempt: Finish work (painting, flooring); Minor landscape maintenance. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Malta, IL? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Malta, IL via: 815-825-2330 ext 2.
last verified April 2026
source Building and Zoning Department ↗
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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Building and Zoning Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.