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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for North Aurora
New buildings, additions, remodeling, decks, fences, driveways.
Painting, wallpaper, flooring
Tuckpointing
Bird feeders, small playground sets
Baby pools under 2 feet deep
- Exempt Painting, wallpaper, flooring
- Exempt Tuckpointing
- Exempt Bird feeders, small playground sets
- Exempt Baby pools under 2 feet deep
Required documents
- Plat of Survey
- Digital PDF plans
- Contractor info
- Building code
- 2021 IBC/IRC, 2020 NEC, 2024 IECC.
- Permit validity
- 6 months to start; 1 year to finish.
- Owner-builder
- Owners can perform work on their own residence.
- Contractor requirements
- Registration not required; state licenses for plumbing/roofing must be uploaded.
§ 03
Application process
Typical processing: 5-10 business days.
- 01 Create account on Cloudpermit.
- 02 Start application and upload all documents/plans.
- 03 Track review progress online.
- 04 Receive notification of approval and fees.
- 05 Pay online and print permit.
Typical processing time: 5-10 business days.
§ 04
Fee schedule
North Aurora building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
$75
02
Plan check fee
Included in permit fee for most residential
03
Permit fee formula
Tiered flat fees for residential; square footage/valuation for commercial.
04
Reinspection fee
$75 per failure
Online credit card payments accepted
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- Cloudpermit portal (online)
- Inspection hours
- Monday-Friday
Typical sequence: Site, Underground, Rough, Final.
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about North Aurora permits
01 Do I need a building permit in North Aurora, IL? ▸
New buildings, additions, remodeling, decks, fences, driveways.
02 How much does a building permit cost in North Aurora, IL? ▸
Building permit fees in North Aurora, IL are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $75. Fees are calculated as: Tiered flat fees for residential; square footage/valuation for commercial.. Plan check fee: Included in permit fee for most residential.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in North Aurora, IL? ▸
To apply for a building permit in North Aurora, IL, follow these steps: 1. Create account on Cloudpermit. 2. Start application and upload all documents/plans. 3. Track review progress online. 4. Receive notification of approval and fees. 5. Pay online and print permit.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in North Aurora, IL? ▸
Building permit processing times in North Aurora, IL typically run 5-10 business days.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 What work is exempt from building permits in North Aurora, IL? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in North Aurora, IL. The following work is generally exempt: Painting, wallpaper, flooring; Tuckpointing; Bird feeders, small playground sets; Baby pools under 2 feet deep. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in North Aurora, IL? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in North Aurora, IL via: Cloudpermit portal.
last verified April 2026
source Village of North Aurora Community Development ↗
entry id permits/illinois/kane/north-aurora
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Village of North Aurora Community Development before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.