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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Manteno
Decks, fencing, concrete work, roofing, siding, remodels, electrical work, plumbing work, pools, generators, solar panels, structures over 80 square feet.
Flooring (without electrical/plumbing modifications)
Painting
Drywall (without structural changes)
Trim work
Cabinet installation (without plumbing/electrical modifications)
- Exempt Flooring (without electrical/plumbing modifications)
- Exempt Painting
- Exempt Drywall (without structural changes)
- Exempt Trim work
- Exempt Cabinet installation (without plumbing/electrical modifications)
Required documents
- Completed building permit application
- Project plans/drawings
- Contractor license number (if contractor is performing work)
- Building code
- Village adopted Ordinance 25-01 in 2025, updating building code to 2024 International Code Council (ICC) editions, including ICC 2024 editions for construction, residential, fire safety, property maintenance, fuel gas, and electrical; Illinois State Plumbing Code (current); Illinois Accessibility Code (current). Manteno adopted 2024 ICC editions rather than 2021, exceeding the state minimum requirement.
- Owner-builder
- If contractor is hired, contractor must apply for permit. Homeowner may apply for owner-performed work.
- Contractor requirements
- All contractors working in the Village of Manteno must be licensed by the village. Permits will not be issued until contractor is licensed. Electricians and plumbers must hold IDFPR state licenses.
§ 03
Application process
Typical processing: Approximately 24 hours
- 01 Determine whether a permit is required by calling (815) 929-4803 or reviewing the building and zoning page.
- 02 Download the building permit application from the village website or pick up at Village Hall.
- 03 If a contractor is performing the work, the contractor must apply for the permit. Contractor must be licensed by the Village of Manteno before permit will be issued.
- 04 Complete the application with project details.
- 05 Submit in person at 98 East Third Street or by email to ynugent@villageofmanteno.com.
- 06 Processing time: approximately 24 hours (call ahead to verify permit is ready).
- 07 Inspections will not be scheduled until permit is picked up and inspection sheet is signed by homeowner or contractor.
Typical processing time: Approximately 24 hours
Source: Building and Zoning Department ↗
§ 04
Fee schedule
Effective 2025 (Ordinance 25-01)
Fee type
Amount
01
Permit fee formula
Valuation-based (fees tied to project value). Also flat fees for specific project types (garages, sheds, driveways, patios, pools).
In-person at Village Hall. Fax no longer accepted.
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ (effective 2025 (Ordinance 25-01)) before budgeting.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- (815) 929-4803 (phone)
- Scheduling deadline
- Inspections not scheduled until permit is picked up and inspection sheet is signed by homeowner or contractor
- Inspection hours
- Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (closed 12:00-1:00 PM)
Typical sequence: Project-dependent. Signed inspection sheet required before scheduling begins. Inspectors: Eric Weber (Electrical); Chris Ryan (Plumbing).
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Manteno permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Manteno, IL? ▸
Decks, fencing, concrete work, roofing, siding, remodels, electrical work, plumbing work, pools, generators, solar panels, structures over 80 square feet.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Manteno, IL? ▸
Building permit fees in Manteno, IL are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: Valuation-based (fees tied to project value). Also flat fees for specific project types (garages, sheds, driveways, patios, pools)..
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Manteno, IL? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Manteno, IL, follow these steps: 1. Determine whether a permit is required by calling (815) 929-4803 or reviewing the building and zoning page. 2. Download the building permit application from the village website or pick up at Village Hall. 3. If a contractor is performing the work, the contractor must apply for the permit. Contractor must be licensed by the Village of Manteno before permit will be issued. 4. Complete the application with project details. 5. Submit in person at 98 East Third Street or by email to ynugent@villageofmanteno.com. 6. Processing time: approximately 24 hours (call ahead to verify permit is ready). 7. Inspections will not be scheduled until permit is picked up and inspection sheet is signed by homeowner or contractor.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Manteno, IL? ▸
Building permit processing times in Manteno, IL typically run Approximately 24 hours. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 What work is exempt from building permits in Manteno, IL? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Manteno, IL. The following work is generally exempt: Flooring (without electrical/plumbing modifications); Painting; Drywall (without structural changes); Trim work; Cabinet installation (without plumbing/electrical modifications). When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Manteno, IL? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Manteno, IL via: (815) 929-4803. Inspections not scheduled until permit is picked up and inspection sheet is signed by homeowner or contractor.
last verified April 2026
source Building and Zoning Department ↗
entry id permits/illinois/kankakee/manteno
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Building and Zoning Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.