On this page 6
§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Hudson
New home, room addition, basement finishing and remodeling, kitchen or bath remodeling, deck, driveway, fence, garage, garden shed, parking pads, roof, and pools all require a building permit.
Required documents
- Completed Form APEBP-669
- Site plan
- Section IX (back page, mandatory for all projects)
- For accessory structures, McLean County Health Department approval documentation
- For pools, Form P-001 and County Health Department approval
- Permit validity
- All building permits are limited to one year. Work must begin within 90 days of issuance; a permit expires 91 days after issuance if work has not commenced. If work commences by day 90, the permit remains valid for one year from issuance date.
- Contractor requirements
- Residents must comply with all village ordinances including regulations pertaining to plumbing, electrical, and mechanical work. State-licensed electricians (IDFPR) and plumbers (IDFPR) are required. If the village contracts with outside professionals (consulting engineers or architects) for reviews or inspections, the applicant may be required to pay additional fees. Contact (309) 726-1471 for any local contractor registration requirements.
§ 03
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Call (309) 726-1471 and leave a message to schedule an appointment (the village strongly encourages contacting the Zoning and Permit Department before starting a project to avoid delays or issues with incomplete applications).
- 02 Download Form APEBP-669 Building Permit Application from the village website.
- 03 Complete Sections I and II (all projects); Section III (new buildings or additions only); Section IV (all projects, requires signature); Section IX / back page (all projects, mandatory).
- 04 For accessory structures (sheds, garages, pools): obtain McLean County Health Department approval first, then submit to village.
- 05 For outdoor pools, spas, and hot tubs with water depth of 24 inches or more: complete Form P-001 Outdoor Pool Permit Application and Checklist in addition to the building permit application.
- 06 Submit completed application(s) with required documentation and payment.
- 07 Permit is issued.
- 08 Schedule required inspections. Pools/spas must be inspected before filling with water.
§ 04
Fee schedule
Hudson building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
$25.00
02
Permit fee formula
A fee schedule is used to determine permit fees for new commercial and residential construction, developed to reflect the amount of work needed to inspect the property. The village may require additional fees if outside professionals (engineers, architects) are contracted for review.
In person at Village Hall.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- (309) 726-1471 (phone)
Typical sequence: Pools/spas must pass inspection before filling with water. Additional inspection sequence (foundation, rough-in, final) likely required for other project types; confirm with village.
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Hudson permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Hudson, IL? ▸
New home, room addition, basement finishing and remodeling, kitchen or bath remodeling, deck, driveway, fence, garage, garden shed, parking pads, roof, and pools all require a building permit.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Hudson, IL? ▸
Building permit fees in Hudson, IL are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $25.00. Fees are calculated as: A fee schedule is used to determine permit fees for new commercial and residential construction, developed to reflect the amount of work needed to inspect the property. The village may require additional fees if outside professionals (engineers, architects) are contracted for review..
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Hudson, IL? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Hudson, IL, follow these steps: 1. Call (309) 726-1471 and leave a message to schedule an appointment (the village strongly encourages contacting the Zoning and Permit Department before starting a project to avoid delays or issues with incomplete applications). 2. Download Form APEBP-669 Building Permit Application from the village website. 3. Complete Sections I and II (all projects); Section III (new buildings or additions only); Section IV (all projects, requires signature); Section IX / back page (all projects, mandatory). 4. For accessory structures (sheds, garages, pools): obtain McLean County Health Department approval first, then submit to village. 5. For outdoor pools, spas, and hot tubs with water depth of 24 inches or more: complete Form P-001 Outdoor Pool Permit Application and Checklist in addition to the building permit application. 6. Submit completed application(s) with required documentation and payment. 7. Permit is issued. 8. Schedule required inspections. Pools/spas must be inspected before filling with water.
04 How do I schedule a building inspection in Hudson, IL? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Hudson, IL via: (309) 726-1471.
last verified April 2026
source Village of Hudson — Zoning and Permit Department ↗
entry id permits/illinois/mclean/hudson
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Village of Hudson — Zoning and Permit Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.