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Village of Ellsworth

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

Last verified
April 2026
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§ 01

Permit authority

Village of Ellsworth — Village Hall / Town Hall

Street address
104 School Street, Ellsworth, IL 61737
Coverage
Covers construction within Ellsworth village limits. Ellsworth is a very small village in McLean County. Properties outside village limits are subject to unincorporated McLean County jurisdiction.
Online portal
Village of Ellsworth Website
In-person only
§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Ellsworth

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.

Source: Village of Ellsworth — Village Hall / Town Hall ↗

§ 03

Application process

Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final

  1. 01
    Contact Village Hall at (309) 724-8412.
  2. 02
    Obtain and complete building permit application.
  3. 03
    Submit with required documentation and payment.
  4. 04
    Permit is issued.
  5. 05
    Schedule inspections.

Source: Village of Ellsworth — Village Hall / Town Hall ↗

§ 04

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule
  • (309) 724-8412 (phone)

Source: Village of Ellsworth — Village Hall / Town Hall ↗

§ 05

Frequently asked

Common questions about Ellsworth permits

01 How do I apply for a building permit in Ellsworth, IL?
To apply for a building permit in Ellsworth, IL, follow these steps: 1. Contact Village Hall at (309) 724-8412. 2. Obtain and complete building permit application. 3. Submit with required documentation and payment. 4. Permit is issued. 5. Schedule inspections.
02 How do I schedule a building inspection in Ellsworth, IL?
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Ellsworth, IL via: (309) 724-8412.
last verified April 2026 source Village of Ellsworth — Village Hall / Town Hall ↗ entry id permits/illinois/mclean/ellsworth

Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Village of Ellsworth — Village Hall / Town Hall before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.