City Building Permits

Village of Grant Park, IL - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Illinois Kankakee County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All properties within the incorporated boundaries of the Village of Grant Park.

Department
Village of Grant Park Building Inspector
Address
106 W. Taylor Street, Grant Park, IL 60940
Phone
(815) 465-6531
Website
https://www.grantpark-il.org/village-services

Online Permit Portal

Open GovPayNet (payment only)

Platform: GovPayNet • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Application Process

  1. Before beginning any construction, enlargement, alteration, or repair, file a permit application with the Building Department.
  2. Obtain application form in person from Village Hall at 106 W. Taylor Street, Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM.
  3. Prepare plans drawn to scale of not less than 1/8 inch to 1 foot.
  4. For commercial, industrial, or publicly accessible buildings: plans must be prepared, signed, and sealed by licensed architect or structural engineer.
  5. Submit plans to the Grant Park Community Fire Protection District for review before permit is issued.
  6. Submit application and plans to Village Hall.
  7. Pay permit fee (in person or via GovPayNet online).
  8. Note: $500 fine for beginning work requiring a permit without approved application.

Source: Village of Grant Park Building Inspector

General Requirements

Any erection, enlargement, alteration, or repair of any building component or building per municipal code Section 4-1-4.

Required Documents

  • Completed application
  • Plans drawn to scale (minimum 1/8 inch to 1 foot)
  • For commercial/industrial/public buildings: plans prepared, signed, and sealed by licensed architect or structural engineer
  • Fire district review documentation
Contractor requirements
Electricians and plumbers must hold IDFPR state licenses. No local general contractor registration confirmed.

Fees

Permit fee formula
Codified in Village Code Sections 4-1-7 and 4-1-8; contact village for amounts
Reinspection fee
$500 fine for starting work without approved permit application
Penalty (no permit)
$500 fine for starting work without approved permit application
Payment note
In-person at Village Hall or online via GovPayNet

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

  • Not-for-profit corporations exempt from permit and inspection fees (not from permit requirement itself, except reinspection fees)

Important: Specific work-type exemptions not enumerated in public materials. Contact village.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • (815) 465-6531 (phone)
  • village@grantpark-il.org (email)
Inspection hours
Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Typical inspection sequence: Director of Building and Zoning (or designee) conducts inspections during and upon completion of work as deemed necessary per code Section 4-1-4. Director has authority to enter any building at reasonable hour to enforce building code. Inspector: Chris Karstensen.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Village of Grant Park Building Inspector before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Village of Grant Park Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Village of Grant Park, IL?
Any erection, enlargement, alteration, or repair of any building component or building per municipal code Section 4-1-4.
How much does a building permit cost in Village of Grant Park, IL?
Fees are calculated as: Codified in Village Code Sections 4-1-7 and 4-1-8; contact village for amounts.
How do I apply for a building permit in Village of Grant Park, IL?
1. Before beginning any construction, enlargement, alteration, or repair, file a permit application with the Building Department. 2. Obtain application form in person from Village Hall at 106 W. Taylor Street, Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. 3. Prepare plans drawn to scale of not less than 1/8 inch to 1 foot. 4. For commercial, industrial, or publicly accessible buildings: plans must be prepared, signed, and sealed by licensed architect or structural engineer. 5. Submit plans to the Grant Park Community Fire Protection District for review before permit is issued. 6. Submit application and plans to Village Hall. 7. Pay permit fee (in person or via GovPayNet online). 8. Note: $500 fine for beginning work requiring a permit without approved application.
What work is exempt from building permits in Village of Grant Park, IL?
The following work is generally exempt: Not-for-profit corporations exempt from permit and inspection fees (not from permit requirement itself, except reinspection fees). Note: Specific work-type exemptions not enumerated in public materials. Contact village.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Village of Grant Park, IL?
Inspections can be scheduled via: (815) 465-6531, village@grantpark-il.org.

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