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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Kempton
Building permits are required for new construction and additions.
Note: Contact Ford County Zoning Office for guidance on exempt work.
Required documents
- Completed permit application
- Plot plan drawn to scale
- Construction drawings
- Building code
- 2021 IBC/IRC (State Mandate)
- Permit validity
- 12 months from issuance.
- Owner-builder
- Same as Ford County unincorporated guidelines.
- Contractor requirements
- State-licensed plumbers and roofers required.
§ 03
Application process
Typical processing: 7 to 14 business days
- 01 Follow the Ford County Zoning Office application process.
- 02 Obtain Building/Zoning Permit Application from Ford County or Kempton Village Hall at 306 Main St.
- 03 Prepare plot plan showing lot dimensions and structure locations.
- 04 Submit application to Ford County Zoning Officer.
- 05 Coordinate with Kempton Village Hall for water/sewer connections if applicable.
- 06 Upon approval, pay permit fees; permit is issued.
Typical processing time: 7 to 14 business days
§ 04
Fee schedule
Kempton building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
$20.00
02
Plan check fee
Included in permit fee
03
Permit fee formula
$20.00 for first 200 sq. ft.; $0.15 per sq. ft. thereafter
04
Penalty (no permit)
Double fee for starting construction without permit
Payable to Ford County Treasurer.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- 217-249-4727 (phone)
- Scheduling deadline
- Schedule by appointment
- Inspection hours
- By appointment
Typical sequence: Typical sequence: Foundation, Final.
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Kempton permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Kempton, IL? ▸
Building permits are required for new construction and additions.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Kempton, IL? ▸
Building permit fees in Kempton, IL are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $20.00. Fees are calculated as: $20.00 for first 200 sq. ft.; $0.15 per sq. ft. thereafter. Plan check fee: Included in permit fee.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Kempton, IL? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Kempton, IL, follow these steps: 1. Follow the Ford County Zoning Office application process. 2. Obtain Building/Zoning Permit Application from Ford County or Kempton Village Hall at 306 Main St. 3. Prepare plot plan showing lot dimensions and structure locations. 4. Submit application to Ford County Zoning Officer. 5. Coordinate with Kempton Village Hall for water/sewer connections if applicable. 6. Upon approval, pay permit fees; permit is issued.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Kempton, IL? ▸
Building permit processing times in Kempton, IL typically run 7 to 14 business days. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Kempton, IL? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Kempton, IL via: 217-249-4727. Schedule by appointment.
last verified April 2026
source Ford County Zoning Office (Village of Kempton) ↗
entry id permits/illinois/ford/kempton
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Ford County Zoning Office (Village of Kempton) before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.