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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Libertyville
New homes, additions, remodeling, decks, fences, roofs, driveways, and HVAC/Electrical/Sewer work
- Exempt Minor cosmetic maintenance
Note: Always verify with the Building Division
- Completed permit application or plan review application
- Construction plans
- Engineering documentation for grading/floodplain work
- Building code
- 2018 IBC, 2018 IRC, 2018 IEBC, 2018 IMC, 2018 IFGC, 2017 NEC, 2014 Illinois Plumbing Code. (Compliant with PA 103-0510 baseline). Energy: 2024 International Energy Conservation Code (State-adopted)
- Contractor requirements
- Contractors must be properly licensed
Source: Building Division ↗
Application process
Typical processing: Varies; contact department
- 01 Confirm if the project requires a permit (Libertyville requires permits for most construction, including tree removals)
- 02 Submit a Construction Permit Application or a Plan Review Application (if contractors are not yet selected)
- 03 Projects with significant grading or floodplains require an Engineering or Lake County Watershed Development Permit
- 04 Village staff reviews plans for compliance with 2018 ICC codes
- 05 Pay construction fees and a cash bond (typically $500-$5,000)
- 06 Obtain issued permit and post at the job site
Typical processing time: Varies; contact department
Source: Building Division ↗
Fee schedule
Effective Based on total cost of construction
Cash bonds typically $500-$5,000 and are refundable upon successful final inspection
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ (effective Based on total cost of construction) before budgeting.
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- (847) 918-2020 (phone)
- Inspection hours
- Standard business hours
Typical sequence: Rough and final inspections; engineering inspections for grading and drainage
Source: Building Division ↗
Frequently asked
Common questions about Libertyville permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Libertyville, IL? ▸
02 How much does a building permit cost in Libertyville, IL? ▸
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Libertyville, IL? ▸
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Libertyville, IL? ▸
05 What work is exempt from building permits in Libertyville, IL? ▸
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Libertyville, IL? ▸
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Building Division before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.