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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Moultrie County
county application states a permit is needed for erection, construction, reconstruction, alteration, addition, move, or installation of buildings and structures described in the application
Clearly exempt from county farm building form scope by implication only: farm-related buildings and structures are handled by the county permit form
- Exempt Clearly exempt from county farm building form scope by implication only: farm-related buildings and structures are handled by the county permit form
Required documents
- completed application, GIS map, building sketch with dimensions, project cost, parcel info, setback info, contractor details
- Permit validity
- 6 months from date issued per county ordinance
- Owner-builder
- owner or contractor may sign; application certifies compliance with applicable laws, codes, ordinances, and regulations
- Contractor requirements
- application asks for general, concrete, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and other contractor information; plumbing contractor license number is requested
§ 03
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Complete the county farm building permit application or the applicable county permit application.
- 02 Provide owner information, project address, parcel number, setback information, contractor names, utilities, building type, estimated cost, and completion date.
- 03 Attach the GIS map and a drawing of the new building(s) with dimensions.
- 04 Submit to Moultrie County Planning and Zoning.
- 05 County review and approval or denial by the Building Permit Administrator.
- 06 Permit is issued with an issue date and expiration date.
§ 04
Frequently asked
Common questions about unincorporated Moultrie County permits
01 Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Moultrie County, IL? ▸
county application states a permit is needed for erection, construction, reconstruction, alteration, addition, move, or installation of buildings and structures described in the application
02 How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Moultrie County, IL? ▸
To apply for a building permit in unincorporated Moultrie County, IL, follow these steps: 1. Complete the county farm building permit application or the applicable county permit application. 2. Provide owner information, project address, parcel number, setback information, contractor names, utilities, building type, estimated cost, and completion date. 3. Attach the GIS map and a drawing of the new building(s) with dimensions. 4. Submit to Moultrie County Planning and Zoning. 5. County review and approval or denial by the Building Permit Administrator. 6. Permit is issued with an issue date and expiration date.
03 What work is exempt from building permits in unincorporated Moultrie County, IL? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in unincorporated Moultrie County, IL. The following work is generally exempt: Clearly exempt from county farm building form scope by implication only: farm-related buildings and structures are handled by the county permit form. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
last verified April 2026
source Moultrie County Planning and Zoning ↗
entry id permits/illinois/moultrie/unincorporated
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Moultrie County Planning and Zoning before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.