City Building Permits

Village of West Dundee, IL - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in Village of West Dundee, Illinois. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Illinois Kane County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Village of West Dundee corporate limits.

Department
Village of West Dundee Community Development
Address
102 S. Second Street, West Dundee, IL 60118
Phone
847-551-3805
Website
https://www.wdundee.org

Online Permit Portal

Open Building Permits

Platform: Email-based • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Application Process

  1. Email commdev@wdundee.org with application.
  2. Plan review (10 days).
  3. Pay fees at Village Hall.
  4. Permit issued.

Typical processing time: 10 business days.

Source: Village of West Dundee Community Development

General Requirements

Any work requiring code compliance.

Required Documents

  • Plat of Survey
  • Contractor registration
  • Plans
Permit validity
6 months.
Building code
2021 IBC/IRC, 2020 NEC, Illinois Plumbing Code.
Owner-builder
Allowed for homeowners.
Contractor requirements
Registration and insurance/bond REQUIRED.

Fees

Minimum permit fee
$50
Plan check fee
Included in most residential
Permit fee formula
Valuation based for large projects.
Reinspection fee
$75 per failure
Payment note
Major credit cards accepted

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

  • Ordinary repairs, changing copy on signs, painting, cleaning
  • Note: Fences always require a permit

Important: Fences always require a permit.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • 847-551-3805 (phone)
Scheduling deadline
24-hour notice
Inspection hours
Monday-Friday

Typical inspection sequence: Foundation, Rough, Final.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Village of West Dundee Community Development before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Village of West Dundee Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Village of West Dundee, IL?
Any work requiring code compliance.
How much does a building permit cost in Village of West Dundee, IL?
The minimum permit fee is $50. Fees are calculated as: Valuation based for large projects.. Plan check fee: Included in most residential.
How do I apply for a building permit in Village of West Dundee, IL?
1. Email commdev@wdundee.org with application. 2. Plan review (10 days). 3. Pay fees at Village Hall. 4. Permit issued.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Village of West Dundee, IL?
Typical processing time is 10 business days..
What work is exempt from building permits in Village of West Dundee, IL?
The following work is generally exempt: Ordinary repairs, changing copy on signs, painting, cleaning; Note: Fences always require a permit. Note: Fences always require a permit.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Village of West Dundee, IL?
Inspections can be scheduled via: 847-551-3805. 24-hour notice.

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