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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Gillespie
New construction, residential additions, garages, sheds, and fences.
Interior painting, floor coverings
Small garden sheds under 120 sq ft (verify locally)
- Exempt Interior painting, floor coverings
- Exempt Small garden sheds under 120 sq ft (verify locally)
Required documents
- Plot plan showing setbacks
- Construction description
- Building code
- 2021 IBC/IRC.
- Permit validity
- 1 year.
- Owner-builder
- Owner-builders are permitted.
- Contractor requirements
- Contractors must be registered with the city.
§ 03
Application process
Typical processing: 7 business days
- 01 Visit City Hall to pick up a permit application.
- 02 Submit application with plot plan and construction details.
- 03 Review by City Inspector/Clerk.
- 04 Pay fees and receive permit.
Typical processing time: 7 business days
§ 04
Fee schedule
Gillespie building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
$25-$50
02
Permit fee formula
Valuation-based for larger projects
Check or cash.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- (217) 839-2919 (phone)
- Inspection hours
- By appointment
Typical sequence: Typical sequence: Foundation, Rough, Final.
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Gillespie permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Gillespie, IL? ▸
New construction, residential additions, garages, sheds, and fences.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Gillespie, IL? ▸
Building permit fees in Gillespie, IL are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $25-$50. Fees are calculated as: Valuation-based for larger projects.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Gillespie, IL? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Gillespie, IL, follow these steps: 1. Visit City Hall to pick up a permit application. 2. Submit application with plot plan and construction details. 3. Review by City Inspector/Clerk. 4. Pay fees and receive permit.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Gillespie, IL? ▸
Building permit processing times in Gillespie, IL typically run 7 business days. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 What work is exempt from building permits in Gillespie, IL? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Gillespie, IL. The following work is generally exempt: Interior painting, floor coverings; Small garden sheds under 120 sq ft (verify locally). When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Gillespie, IL? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Gillespie, IL via: (217) 839-2919.
last verified April 2026
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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City of Gillespie Permit Office before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.