Lakemoor, IL — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Building Department, Community & Economic Development

Street address

28581 Illinois Route 120, Lakemoor, IL 60051

Phone

(815) 385-1117

building@lakemoor.net

Coverage

Serves incorporated Village of Lakemoor.

Online portal

Building Department

In-house / PDF forms

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Lakemoor

All commercial and residential structures, additions, decks, fences, pools, driveways, roofing, siding, HVAC.

Scope of work

Permit?

Cosmetic updates

Exempt

Minor maintenance

Exempt

Exempt Cosmetic updates
Exempt Minor maintenance

Note: Confirm specific exemptions with Building Department.

Required documents

Application
Plans
Plat of survey
Contractor bond ($10,000)

Building code: 2009 IBC/IRC, 2011 NEC, 2014 IL Plumbing, 2006 IMC, 2018 IL Energy/Accessibility.
Owner-builder: Standard allowances.
Contractor requirements: Licensed and bonded with the Village.

Source: Building Department, Community & Economic Development ↗

§ 03

Application process

Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final

01

Submit application with plans and contractor info.
02

Department reviews (contracted through B&F Technical).
03

Pay fees and receive permit.

Source: Building Department, Community & Economic Development ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Lakemoor building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Minimum permit fee

$21.00 (Valuation under $500)

Plan check fee

Zoning review fee $25 (standard) / $75 (new).

Permit fee formula

Valuation based (e.g., $62.25 for first $2,000 + $12.50 per add'l $1,000).

Trade permit fee

$21 base

Reinspection fee

$65.00 per hour.

Sediment & Erosion Control (SEC) fees apply.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

(815) 385-1117 — 24-hour notice required (phone)

Scheduling deadline: 24-hour notice required.
Inspection hours: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday only.
Time windows: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday only

Typical sequence: Handled by B&F Technical.

Source: Building Department, Community & Economic Development ↗

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Lakemoor permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Lakemoor, IL? ▸

All commercial and residential structures, additions, decks, fences, pools, driveways, roofing, siding, HVAC.

02 How much does a building permit cost in Lakemoor, IL? ▸

Building permit fees in Lakemoor, IL are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $21.00 (Valuation under $500). Fees are calculated as: Valuation based (e.g., $62.25 for first $2,000 + $12.50 per add'l $1,000).. Plan check fee: Zoning review fee $25 (standard) / $75 (new)..

03 How do I apply for a building permit in Lakemoor, IL? ▸

To apply for a building permit in Lakemoor, IL, follow these steps: 1. Submit application with plans and contractor info. 2. Department reviews (contracted through B&F Technical). 3. Pay fees and receive permit.

04 What work is exempt from building permits in Lakemoor, IL? ▸

Not all construction work requires a permit in Lakemoor, IL. The following work is generally exempt: Cosmetic updates; Minor maintenance. Note: Confirm specific exemptions with Building Department. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.

05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Lakemoor, IL? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Lakemoor, IL via: (815) 385-1117 — 24-hour notice required. 24-hour notice required..

last verified April 2026 source Building Department, Community & Economic Development ↗ entry id permits/illinois/mchenry/lakemoor

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Building Department, Community & Economic Development before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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