Green Valley, IL — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Tazewell County Community Development (Contracts for Village)

Street address

11 S. 4th Street, Ste. 400, Pekin, IL 61554

Phone

(309) 477-2235

zoning@tazewell-il.gov

Coverage

Green Valley utilizes Tazewell County for all building permit and inspection services.

Online portal

Building and Permit Information

Manual/PDF-based

Website

Department website

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Green Valley

New construction, additions, structural changes, sheds, garages, fences, pools, decks, and utility upgrades.

Scope of work

Permit?

Minor maintenance and cosmetic repairs

Exempt

Exempt Minor maintenance and cosmetic repairs

Required documents

Site plan
Construction drawings
Application

Building code: 2018 IBC/IRC, 2017 NEC, Illinois Plumbing Code.
Permit validity: 6 months to start; 18 months to complete.
Owner-builder: Homeowners may perform work.
Contractor requirements: Plumbers must be state licensed.

§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: 5-10 business days.

01

Download County permit applications.
02

Submit with site plan and construction drawings to the County office.
03

County staff reviews for zoning (within Green Valley) and building code.
04

Pay fees to Tazewell County.

Typical processing time: 5-10 business days.

Source: Tazewell County Community Development (Contracts for Village) ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Green Valley building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Minimum permit fee

Approximately $50

Plan check fee

Included.

Permit fee formula

Square footage based for new homes; flat fees for miscellaneous.

Reinspection fee

Fees doubled for work without permit.

Penalty (no permit)

Fees doubled for work without permit.

Payment to Tazewell County.

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

(309) 477-2235 (phone)

Inspection hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Typical sequence: Footing, Rough-in, Final.

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Green Valley permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Green Valley, IL? ▸

New construction, additions, structural changes, sheds, garages, fences, pools, decks, and utility upgrades.

02 How much does a building permit cost in Green Valley, IL? ▸

Building permit fees in Green Valley, IL are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is Approximately $50. Fees are calculated as: Square footage based for new homes; flat fees for miscellaneous.. Plan check fee: Included..

03 How do I apply for a building permit in Green Valley, IL? ▸

To apply for a building permit in Green Valley, IL, follow these steps: 1. Download County permit applications. 2. Submit with site plan and construction drawings to the County office. 3. County staff reviews for zoning (within Green Valley) and building code. 4. Pay fees to Tazewell County.

04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Green Valley, IL? ▸

Building permit processing times in Green Valley, IL typically run 5-10 business days.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.

05 What work is exempt from building permits in Green Valley, IL? ▸

Not all construction work requires a permit in Green Valley, IL. The following work is generally exempt: Minor maintenance and cosmetic repairs. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.

06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Green Valley, IL? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Green Valley, IL via: (309) 477-2235.

last verified April 2026 source Tazewell County Community Development (Contracts for Village) ↗ entry id permits/illinois/tazewell/green-valley

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Tazewell County Community Development (Contracts for Village) before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

Village of Green Valley