How much does a building permit cost in Village of Niantic, IL?

The minimum permit fee is $25 base permit fee payable to Village Treasurer PLUS inspection fees ($0.26 per square foot for residential; $0.35 per square foot for commercial). Fees are calculated as: Per-square-foot rate for construction value PLUS per-inspection fees paid to Inspector. Demolition permit fee: $150.. Plan check fee: $25 payable to Building Inspector at time of application.

How do I apply for a building permit in Village of Niantic, IL?

1. Contact Village Hall at (217) 668-2458 to determine whether a permit is required. 2. Obtain a building permit application form from the Village Clerk at 357 E. Lockhart Street. 3. Complete the application and attach plans and specifications in duplicate showing the work to be done. 4. Submit completed application to the Village Clerk along with the applicable permit fee. 5. Pay an additional $25 plan inspection/approval fee to the Building Inspector at time of application. 6. Permit is reviewed and issued by the Village Clerk/Building Official. 7. Post permit on job site. 8. Schedule inspections with the Building Inspector. 9. Pass all required inspections.

What work is exempt from building permits in Village of Niantic, IL?

The following work is generally exempt: Fences (expressly exempt from permit requirement); Construction or alteration where the value does NOT exceed $500. Note: Minor repairs and maintenance not affecting structural elements are generally not subject to permit requirements.

How do I schedule a building inspection in Village of Niantic, IL?

Inspections can be scheduled via: (217) 668-2458.

City Building Permits

Village of Niantic, IL - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Illinois Macon County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All properties within Niantic village limits.

Department: Village of Niantic
Address: 357 E. Lockhart Street, Niantic, IL 62551 (PO Box 58, Niantic, IL 62551 for mail)
Phone: (217) 668-2458
Email: Contact through phone
Website: https://ecode360.com/NI3950

Online Permit Portal

Open Village of Niantic Code

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

Application Process

Contact Village Hall at (217) 668-2458 to determine whether a permit is required.
Obtain a building permit application form from the Village Clerk at 357 E. Lockhart Street.
Complete the application and attach plans and specifications in duplicate showing the work to be done.
Submit completed application to the Village Clerk along with the applicable permit fee.
Pay an additional $25 plan inspection/approval fee to the Building Inspector at time of application.
Permit is reviewed and issued by the Village Clerk/Building Official.
Post permit on job site.
Schedule inspections with the Building Inspector.
Pass all required inspections.

Source: Village of Niantic

General Requirements

It is unlawful to construct or alter any building or structure in the Village (except fences) when the value of the construction exceeds $500 AND the effect of such construction or alteration is to enlarge the capacity or affect the bearing walls of any building or the roof thereof, or to alter any existing fire wall.

Required Documents

Building permit application (form provided by Village Clerk)
Plans and specifications in duplicate showing the work to be done

Permit validity: Contact village at (217) 668-2458 for permit expiration details.
Owner-builder: Contact village for owner-builder rules.
Contractor requirements: State-licensed electricians and plumbers required per Illinois IDFPR. No confirmed local contractor registration; verify with village.

Fees

Minimum permit fee: $25 base permit fee payable to Village Treasurer PLUS inspection fees ($0.26 per square foot for residential; $0.35 per square foot for commercial)
Plan check fee: $25 payable to Building Inspector at time of application
Permit fee formula: Per-square-foot rate for construction value PLUS per-inspection fees paid to Inspector. Demolition permit fee: $150.
Trade permit fee: Plumbing inspections: $75 total; Rough-in inspections (framing, electrical, heating): $25; Final inspection: $25
Reinspection fee: Additional $25 per reinspection
Penalty (no permit): Additional $25 per inspection for re-inspections
Payment note: In-person payment at Village Hall to Village Treasurer (permit fee) and separately to Building Inspector (inspection fees); no online payment system identified.

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule (effective Per Chapter 118 Building Code).

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Fences (expressly exempt from permit requirement)
Construction or alteration where the value does NOT exceed $500

Important: Minor repairs and maintenance not affecting structural elements are generally not subject to permit requirements.

Inspections

How to Schedule

(217) 668-2458 (phone)

Inspection hours: Call for inspector availability; Village Board meets second Thursday of each month at 6:30 PM

Typical inspection sequence: Plan inspection/approval (at permit application), rough-in inspection (framing, electrical, heating), plumbing inspections (3 stages implied by fee structure), final inspection.

Additional Resources

Verify contractor license: Illinois Secretary of State
Zoning information: View zoning info
Full Village Code
Building Code (Chapter 118)
Village Zoning
Facebook
License lookup guide: Illinois Contractor License Requirements
Contract template: Illinois Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
Illinois hub: Illinois Contractor License & Permit Hub

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Village of Niantic Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Village of Niantic, IL?: It is unlawful to construct or alter any building or structure in the Village (except fences) when the value of the construction exceeds $500 AND the effect of such construction or alteration is to enlarge the capacity or affect the bearing walls of any building or the roof thereof, or to alter any existing fire wall.
How much does a building permit cost in Village of Niantic, IL?: The minimum permit fee is $25 base permit fee payable to Village Treasurer PLUS inspection fees ($0.26 per square foot for residential; $0.35 per square foot for commercial). Fees are calculated as: Per-square-foot rate for construction value PLUS per-inspection fees paid to Inspector. Demolition permit fee: $150.. Plan check fee: $25 payable to Building Inspector at time of application.
How do I apply for a building permit in Village of Niantic, IL?: 1. Contact Village Hall at (217) 668-2458 to determine whether a permit is required. 2. Obtain a building permit application form from the Village Clerk at 357 E. Lockhart Street. 3. Complete the application and attach plans and specifications in duplicate showing the work to be done. 4. Submit completed application to the Village Clerk along with the applicable permit fee. 5. Pay an additional $25 plan inspection/approval fee to the Building Inspector at time of application. 6. Permit is reviewed and issued by the Village Clerk/Building Official. 7. Post permit on job site. 8. Schedule inspections with the Building Inspector. 9. Pass all required inspections.
What work is exempt from building permits in Village of Niantic, IL?: The following work is generally exempt: Fences (expressly exempt from permit requirement); Construction or alteration where the value does NOT exceed $500. Note: Minor repairs and maintenance not affecting structural elements are generally not subject to permit requirements.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Village of Niantic, IL?: Inspections can be scheduled via: (217) 668-2458.

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