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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Gridley
All building or construction projects require a building permit, including fences, sheds, garages, and room additions. All plans must comply with Village Ordinances. A zoning hearing may be required.
Required documents
- Completed Building Permit Application (2018 version is most recent found; verify if updated)
- Site plan
- Construction drawings
- Contractor information
- Payment at time of submission
- Contractor requirements
- State-licensed electricians (IDFPR) and plumbers (IDFPR) required. Additional local requirements: contact village at (309) 747-2000.
§ 03
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Download the Building Permit Application from https://www.villageofgridley.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Building_Permit_Application_2018.pdf.
- 02 Complete the application manually (print and fill by hand).
- 03 Submit the completed application at Village Hall, 117 E. Third Street, with payment.
- 04 A zoning hearing may be required before a permit is issued.
- 05 Permit is issued by Village Hall staff.
- 06 Schedule required inspections.
§ 04
Fee schedule
Gridley building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
$25.00 base fee.
02
Permit fee formula
$25.00 plus $1.00 per $1,000 of project value.
Payment in person at Village Hall at time of application submission.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Gridley permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Gridley, IL? ▸
All building or construction projects require a building permit, including fences, sheds, garages, and room additions. All plans must comply with Village Ordinances. A zoning hearing may be required.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Gridley, IL? ▸
Building permit fees in Gridley, IL are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $25.00 base fee.. Fees are calculated as: $25.00 plus $1.00 per $1,000 of project value..
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Gridley, IL? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Gridley, IL, follow these steps: 1. Download the Building Permit Application from https://www.villageofgridley.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Building_Permit_Application_2018.pdf. 2. Complete the application manually (print and fill by hand). 3. Submit the completed application at Village Hall, 117 E. Third Street, with payment. 4. A zoning hearing may be required before a permit is issued. 5. Permit is issued by Village Hall staff. 6. Schedule required inspections.
04 How do I schedule a building inspection in Gridley, IL? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Gridley, IL via: (309) 747-2000.
last verified April 2026
source Village of Gridley — Village Hall ↗
entry id permits/illinois/mclean/gridley
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Village of Gridley — Village Hall before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.