Colfax, IL — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

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

Street address

307 N. Harrison, Colfax, IL 61728

Phone

(309) 723-3261 (Village Clerk's Office / Public Works)

Contact via village office at (309) 723-3261

Coverage

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.

Online portal

Village of Colfax Website

In-person only

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Colfax

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.

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

§ 03

Application process

Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final

01

Contact Village Hall at (309) 723-3261 or Animal Control and Zoning Officer Brent Blair at (309) 826-4222.
02

Obtain and complete building permit application.
03

Submit with required documentation and payment.
04

Permit is issued.
05

Schedule required inspections.

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

§ 04

Fee schedule

Colfax building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

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$5.00 (historical reference from municipal code; verify current fee).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$5.00 minimum plus $2.00 per $1,000 of improvement value (historical reference; verify current fee schedule with village).

In person at Village Hall.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

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.

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

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Colfax permits

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

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

Building permit fees in Colfax, IL are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. 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)..

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

To apply for a building permit in Colfax, IL, follow these steps: 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.

04 How do I schedule a building inspection in Colfax, IL? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Colfax, IL via: (309) 723-3261, (309) 826-4222 (Zoning Officer Brent Blair).

last verified April 2026 source Village of Colfax — Village Clerk / Animal Control and Zoning Officer ↗ entry id permits/illinois/mclean/colfax

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Village of Colfax — Village Clerk / Animal Control and Zoning Officer before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

Village of Colfax

Other jurisdictions in McLean County.