Shorewood, IL — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Building Department

Street address

One Towne Center Blvd., Shorewood, IL 60404

Phone

(815) 553-2310

permits@shorewoodil.gov

Coverage

Serves the Village of Shorewood.

Online portal

Building Department (Email/In-person)

Email/In-person submission

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Shorewood

New builds, additions, remodels, decks, pools, fences, roofing, siding, water heaters.

Scope of work

Permit?

Painting, carpeting, cabinets.

Exempt

Small non-structural repairs.

Exempt

Swings and playground sets.

Exempt

Exempt Painting, carpeting, cabinets.
Exempt Small non-structural repairs.
Exempt Swings and playground sets.

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

Plat of Survey
Construction plans
Signed contract

Building code: IBC 2021, IRC 2021, IEBC 2021, NEC 2023 (Transitioned per IL mandate).
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 for first review.

01

Complete relevant PDF application from Village website.
02

Email application, Plat of Survey, and contract to permits@shorewoodil.gov.
03

Initial review takes 7-10 business days.
04

Approval and fee invoice sent via email.
05

Pay fees via mail, in person, or utility drop box.
06

Permit issued via email or pickup.

Typical processing time: 7-10 business days for first review.

Source: Building Department ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Shorewood building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Minimum permit fee

$50.00

Permit fee formula

Residential (~$1.00/sq ft living area); Commercial ($10/$1,000 valuation).

Trade permit fee

Included in permit fees

Reinspection fee

$50.00 per failure.

Credit card service fees apply.

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

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

inspections@shorewoodil.gov (email)
(815) 553-2309 (phone)

Scheduling deadline: 24-48 hour notice required.
Inspection hours: Monday - Friday, standard business hours
Time windows: Standard business hours

Typical sequence: Typical sequence: Footing, Foundation, Rough, Insulation, 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 Shorewood permits

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

New builds, additions, remodels, decks, pools, fences, roofing, siding, water heaters.

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

Building permit fees in Shorewood, 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: Residential (~$1.00/sq ft living area); Commercial ($10/$1,000 valuation)..

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

To apply for a building permit in Shorewood, IL, follow these steps: 1. Complete relevant PDF application from Village website. 2. Email application, Plat of Survey, and contract to permits@shorewoodil.gov. 3. Initial review takes 7-10 business days. 4. Approval and fee invoice sent via email. 5. Pay fees via mail, in person, or utility drop box. 6. Permit issued via email or pickup.

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

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

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

Not all construction work requires a permit in Shorewood, IL. The following work is generally exempt: Painting, carpeting, cabinets.; Small non-structural repairs.; Swings and playground sets.. 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 Shorewood, IL? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Shorewood, IL via: inspections@shorewoodil.gov, (815) 553-2309. 24-48 hour notice required..

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

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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 Shorewood

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