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

The minimum permit fee is $5.00 (historical reference from municipal code; verify current fee).. Fees are calculated as: $5.00 minimum plus $2.00 per $1,000 of improvement value (historical reference; verify current fee schedule with village)..

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

1. Contact Village Hall at (309) 723-3261 or Animal Control and Zoning Officer Brent Blair at (309) 826-4222. 2. Obtain and complete building permit application. 3. Submit with required documentation and payment. 4. Permit is issued. 5. Schedule required inspections.

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

Inspections can be scheduled via: (309) 723-3261, (309) 826-4222 (Zoning Officer Brent Blair).

City Building Permits

Village of Colfax, IL - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Illinois McLean County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Covers construction within Colfax village limits. Colfax is a small village in McLean County. Zoning and building matters are handled through the village office and zoning officer. Properties outside village limits are subject to unincorporated McLean County jurisdiction.

Department: Village of Colfax — Village Clerk / Animal Control and Zoning Officer
Address: 307 N. Harrison, Colfax, IL 61728
Phone: (309) 723-3261 (Village Clerk's Office / Public Works)
Email: Contact via village office at (309) 723-3261 , Zoning: contact Brent Blair at (309) 826-4222
Website: https://colfaxillinois.com/

Online Permit Portal

Open Village of Colfax Website

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

Application Process

Contact Village Hall at (309) 723-3261 or Animal Control and Zoning Officer Brent Blair at (309) 826-4222.
Obtain and complete building permit application.
Submit with required documentation and payment.
Permit is issued.
Schedule required inspections.

Source: Village of Colfax — Village Clerk / Animal Control and Zoning Officer

General Requirements

Not explicitly detailed in reviewed online sources. Contact village for specific requirements. Under standard Illinois practice and PA 103-0510, a permit is required for new construction, additions, alterations, and structural changes.

Required Documents

Building permit application
Required documentation to be confirmed with village

Contractor requirements: State-licensed electricians (IDFPR) and plumbers (IDFPR) required. Additional local requirements: contact village at (309) 723-3261.

Fees

Minimum permit fee: $5.00 (historical reference from municipal code; verify current fee).
Permit fee formula: $5.00 minimum plus $2.00 per $1,000 of improvement value (historical reference; verify current fee schedule with village).
Payment note: In person at Village Hall.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Village of Colfax — Village Clerk / Animal Control and Zoning Officer to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

(309) 723-3261 (phone)
(309) 826-4222 (Zoning Officer Brent Blair) (phone)

Inspection hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Additional Resources

Village Website
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 Colfax — Village Clerk / Animal Control and Zoning Officer before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Village of Colfax Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Village of Colfax, IL?: Not explicitly detailed in reviewed online sources. Contact village for specific requirements. Under standard Illinois practice and PA 103-0510, a permit is required for new construction, additions, alterations, and structural changes.
How much does a building permit cost in Village of Colfax, IL?: The minimum permit fee is $5.00 (historical reference from municipal code; verify current fee).. Fees are calculated as: $5.00 minimum plus $2.00 per $1,000 of improvement value (historical reference; verify current fee schedule with village)..
How do I apply for a building permit in Village of Colfax, IL?: 1. Contact Village Hall at (309) 723-3261 or Animal Control and Zoning Officer Brent Blair at (309) 826-4222. 2. Obtain and complete building permit application. 3. Submit with required documentation and payment. 4. Permit is issued. 5. Schedule required inspections.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Village of Colfax, IL?: Inspections can be scheduled via: (309) 723-3261, (309) 826-4222 (Zoning Officer Brent Blair).

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