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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Paris
Paris states the Code Enforcement Office issues permits for construction-related work and reviews building plans.
Required documents
- Permit application
- Estimated cost
- Supporting plans or drawings
- Demolition permit application for demolition work
- Building code
- Paris states it inspects for compliance with building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and fire codes and other regulations as needed.
- Owner-builder
- The person who applied for the permit is responsible for scheduling inspections, whether homeowner or contractor.
§ 03
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Start by downloading the permit form and fee chart from the Codes and Inspections page.
- 02 Submit the completed application and supporting drawings to City Hall.
- 03 The Code Enforcement Office reviews plans, issues permits, and coordinates inspections.
- 04 Inspections are scheduled by the permit applicant, which may be the homeowner or the contractor.
§ 04
Fee schedule
Paris building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
No fee on estimated cost up to $2,500; $20 at $10,000.
02
Permit fee formula
Tiered schedule; extracted workbook shows $0 up to $2,500 and then $2 per $1,000 or fraction over the threshold range.
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- Contact City Hall (in-person)
- Inspection hours
- Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 12:00 pm
Typical sequence: Paris says new construction is checked several times during various construction phases.
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Paris permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Paris, IL? ▸
Paris states the Code Enforcement Office issues permits for construction-related work and reviews building plans.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Paris, IL? ▸
Building permit fees in Paris, IL are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is No fee on estimated cost up to $2,500; $20 at $10,000.. Fees are calculated as: Tiered schedule; extracted workbook shows $0 up to $2,500 and then $2 per $1,000 or fraction over the threshold range..
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Paris, IL? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Paris, IL, follow these steps: 1. Start by downloading the permit form and fee chart from the Codes and Inspections page. 2. Submit the completed application and supporting drawings to City Hall. 3. The Code Enforcement Office reviews plans, issues permits, and coordinates inspections. 4. Inspections are scheduled by the permit applicant, which may be the homeowner or the contractor.
04 How do I schedule a building inspection in Paris, IL? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Paris, IL via: Contact City Hall.
last verified April 2026
source Code Enforcement Office / Planning and Zoning ↗
entry id permits/illinois/edgar/paris
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Code Enforcement Office / Planning and Zoning before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.