City Building Permits
Village of Hopewell, IL - 2026 Building Permit Guide
How to apply for a building permit in Village of Hopewell, Illinois. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.
Permit Authority
Within Hopewell village limits.
- Department
- Village of Hopewell Zoning Board
- Address
- 1 Water Tower Plaza, Hopewell, IL 61565
- Phone
- 309-274-5145
- Website
- https://villageofhopewell.com/
Online Permit Portal
Platform: Static website • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only
Application Process
- Retrieve permit forms from the Village Hall or "Documents and Files" section of the website.
- Submit to Zoning Chair (Randy Chiaravalle).
- Village board/Zoning chair reviews for setbacks (Hopewell has strict aesthetic and setback rules).
Typical processing time: 10-14 days.
Source: Village of Hopewell Zoning Board
General Requirements
Additions, remodeling, sheds, pools, decks, patios, fences, driveways, solar panels, and generators.
Required Documents
- Application
- Site plan
- Proof of contractor insurance
- Permit validity
- 1 year.
- Building code
- 2021 IBC/IRC (State Mandate).
- Owner-builder
- Standard IL.
- Contractor requirements
- State-licensed for roofing/plumbing/electrical.
Fees
- Minimum permit fee
- $150.00
- Permit fee formula
- Combination of flat fees and valuation.
- Payment note
- Payment at Village Hall.
Work That Does NOT Require a Permit
- Very minor landscaping
- Interior painting/decorating
Inspections
How to Schedule
- Contact Zoning Chair Randy Chiaravalle at 309-274-5145 (phone)
- Inspection hours
- By appointment
Typical inspection sequence: Typical sequence: Site check, Final.
Additional Resources
- Building code: 2021 IBC/IRC (State Mandate).
- Zoning information: View zoning info
- 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 Hopewell Zoning Board before applying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Village of Hopewell Building Permit FAQ
- Do I need a building permit in Village of Hopewell, IL?
- Additions, remodeling, sheds, pools, decks, patios, fences, driveways, solar panels, and generators.
- How much does a building permit cost in Village of Hopewell, IL?
- The minimum permit fee is $150.00. Fees are calculated as: Combination of flat fees and valuation..
- How do I apply for a building permit in Village of Hopewell, IL?
- 1. Retrieve permit forms from the Village Hall or "Documents and Files" section of the website. 2. Submit to Zoning Chair (Randy Chiaravalle). 3. Village board/Zoning chair reviews for setbacks (Hopewell has strict aesthetic and setback rules).
- How long does it take to get a building permit in Village of Hopewell, IL?
- Typical processing time is 10-14 days..
- What work is exempt from building permits in Village of Hopewell, IL?
- The following work is generally exempt: Very minor landscaping; Interior painting/decorating.
- How do I schedule a building inspection in Village of Hopewell, IL?
- Inspections can be scheduled via: Contact Zoning Chair Randy Chiaravalle at 309-274-5145.
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