What work is exempt from building permits in Village of Lena, IL?

The following work is generally exempt: Re-roofing and residing a building do not require a permit.

City Building Permits

Village of Lena, IL - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Illinois Stephenson County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Village of Lena

Department
Address: 122 E. Main St., PO Box 607, Lena, IL 61048-0607
Phone: (815) 369-4016
Email: office@villageoflena.com
Website: https://www.villageoflena.com/

Application Process

General Requirements

Required Documents

building permit form and setback/easement information; JULIE call before digging is required by village guidance

Building code: the village says it adopted National BOCA codes and inspections are required per those and state codes

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Re-roofing and residing a building do not require a permit

Inspections

How to Schedule

Inspection hours: Village Hall hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm

Typical inspection sequence: submit forms, approval, fee payment, then construction may begin

inspections are required as per BOCA codes and state codes

Additional Resources

Building code: the village says it adopted National BOCA codes and inspections are required per those and state codes
Permit applications
Services and fees
Zoning board
Ordinances
License lookup guide: Illinois Contractor License Requirements
Contract template: Illinois Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
Illinois hub: Illinois Contractor License & Permit Hub

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Village of Lena Building Permit FAQ

What work is exempt from building permits in Village of Lena, IL?: The following work is generally exempt: Re-roofing and residing a building do not require a permit.

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