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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Hammond
Contact village office. The village adopted Ordinance #2023-16 establishing standards of construction and maintenance of properties. Ordinance #2024-04 authorizes zoning within corporate limits. Specific permit triggers not published online.
Required documents
- Completed building permit application
- Site plan
- Construction plans
- Building code
- Not reported to Illinois CDB Code Directory. Village adopted initial zoning ordinance in 2024 (Ordinance #2024-04) and has since amended zoning districts (Ordinance #2025-06). As of January 1, 2025, Illinois PA 103-0510 mandates IBC 2021, IRC 2021, IEBC 2021, NEC 2023, Illinois Energy Conservation Code, Illinois Accessibility Code, and Illinois Plumbing Code as statewide minimum standards. Confirm current local adoption with village.
- Contractor requirements
- No Illinois state general contractor license. IDFPR-licensed electricians and plumbers required for those trades.
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Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Contact Village of Hammond at (217) 262-3431 to obtain a building permit application.
- 02 Submit completed application in person at 105 E. 1st St. with required site plan and construction plans.
- 03 Village reviews application.
- 04 Pay applicable fees.
- 05 Permit issued. Schedule inspections.
Source: Village Office ↗
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Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- (217) 262-3431 (phone)
- Inspection hours
- Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Typical sequence: Not publicly documented.
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Frequently asked
Common questions about Hammond permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Hammond, IL? ▸
Contact village office. The village adopted Ordinance #2023-16 establishing standards of construction and maintenance of properties. Ordinance #2024-04 authorizes zoning within corporate limits. Specific permit triggers not published online.
02 How do I apply for a building permit in Hammond, IL? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Hammond, IL, follow these steps: 1. Contact Village of Hammond at (217) 262-3431 to obtain a building permit application. 2. Submit completed application in person at 105 E. 1st St. with required site plan and construction plans. 3. Village reviews application. 4. Pay applicable fees. 5. Permit issued. Schedule inspections.
03 How do I schedule a building inspection in Hammond, IL? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Hammond, IL via: (217) 262-3431.
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Village Office before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.