Frankfort, IL — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Building Department

Street address

432 W. Nebraska St., Frankfort, IL 60423

Phone

(815) 412-2465

building@frankfortil.org

Coverage

Serves the Village of Frankfort.

Online portal

BS&A Online

Website

Department website

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Frankfort

New structures, additions, remodels, decks, fences, pools, driveways, roofing.

Scope of work

Permit?

Interior painting, floor covering.

Exempt

Minor maintenance.

Exempt

Small non-structural landscaping.

Exempt

Exempt Interior painting, floor covering.
Exempt Minor maintenance.
Exempt Small non-structural landscaping.

Note: Exempt from building permit does not mean exempt from zoning and planning requirements. Confirm edge cases with the Building Department before proceeding.

Required documents

PDF plans
Plat of Survey
Contractor list

Building code: IBC 2021, IRC 2021, IEBC 2021, NEC 2020.
Permit validity: 1 year.
Owner-builder: Allowed for primary residence.
Contractor requirements: Must be registered with the Village.

Source: Building Department ↗

§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: 7-10 business days.

01

Register on BS&A portal.
02

Apply for permit online.
03

Upload PDF plans and documentation.
04

Review process communicated via email/portal.
05

Fees paid online once approved.
06

Permit issued digitally.

Typical processing time: 7-10 business days.

Source: Building Department ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Frankfort building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Minimum permit fee

$50.00

Plan check fee

Included or third-party cost pass-through.

Permit fee formula

New Res: $0.40/sq ft; Remodel: Valuation-based.

Trade permit fee

Included in permit fees

Reinspection fee

$75.00 per failure.

Online via BS&A.

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

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

(815) 412-2465 (phone)

Scheduling deadline: Contact Building Department for scheduling.
Inspection hours: Monday - Friday
Time windows: Standard business hours

Typical sequence: Typical sequence: Rough Building, Rough Electric/Plumbing, Final.

Remote video inspections may be used for certain inspection types at the village's discretion.

Source: Building Department ↗

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Frankfort permits

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

New structures, additions, remodels, decks, fences, pools, driveways, roofing.

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

Building permit fees in Frankfort, IL are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $50.00. Fees are calculated as: New Res: $0.40/sq ft; Remodel: Valuation-based.. Plan check fee: Included or third-party cost pass-through..

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

To apply for a building permit in Frankfort, IL, follow these steps: 1. Register on BS&A portal. 2. Apply for permit online. 3. Upload PDF plans and documentation. 4. Review process communicated via email/portal. 5. Fees paid online once approved. 6. Permit issued digitally.

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

Building permit processing times in Frankfort, IL typically run 7-10 business days.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.

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

Not all construction work requires a permit in Frankfort, IL. The following work is generally exempt: Interior painting, floor covering.; Minor maintenance.; Small non-structural landscaping.. Note: Exempt from building permit does not mean exempt from zoning and planning requirements. Confirm edge cases with the Building Department before proceeding. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.

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

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Frankfort, IL via: (815) 412-2465. Contact Building Department for scheduling..

last verified April 2026 source Building Department ↗ entry id permits/illinois/will/frankfort

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Building Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

Village of Frankfort

Other jurisdictions in Will County.