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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Tinley Park
Structural changes, roofing, siding, decks, fences, pools, driveways.
- Exempt Painting, floor covering.
- Exempt Minor cosmetic maintenance.
Note: Exempt from building permit does not mean exempt from zoning and planning requirements. Confirm edge cases with the Community Development Department before proceeding.
- Plat of Survey
- Plans
- Contractor license/bond proof
- Building code
- IBC 2021, IRC 2021, NEC 2020.
- Permit validity
- 1 year.
- Owner-builder
- Allowed for primary residence.
- Contractor requirements
- Must be registered, licensed, and bonded.
Source: Community Development Department, Building Division ↗
Application process
Typical processing: 7-10 business days.
- 01 Submit online via BS&A.
- 02 Upload Plat of Survey and plans.
- 03 Review time: 7-10 business days (Residential).
- 04 Pay fees online once approved.
- 05 Permit picked up at Village Clerk office.
Typical processing time: 7-10 business days.
Source: Community Development Department, Building Division ↗
Fee schedule
Tinley Park building permit fees
Online via BS&A.
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- BS&A Portal (online)
- Scheduling deadline
- By 3:00 PM previous day.
- Inspection hours
- AM (8:00-12:00), PM (1:00-3:30)
- Time windows
- AM: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM, PM: 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Typical sequence: Typical sequence: Roughs, Finals. No plumbing inspections in PM.
Remote video inspections may be used for certain inspection types at the village's discretion.
Source: Community Development Department, Building Division ↗
Frequently asked
Common questions about Tinley Park permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Tinley Park, IL? ▸
02 How much does a building permit cost in Tinley Park, IL? ▸
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Tinley Park, IL? ▸
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Tinley Park, IL? ▸
05 What work is exempt from building permits in Tinley Park, IL? ▸
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Tinley Park, IL? ▸
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Community Development Department, Building Division before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.