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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Roscoe
All new construction, additions, decks, fences, pools, generators, sheds.
Sheds under 200 sq ft do not require County permit, but still need Village Zoning permit
Cosmetics
- Exempt Sheds under 200 sq ft do not require County permit, but still need Village Zoning permit
- Exempt Cosmetics
Required documents
- Site plan
- Application
- Contractor list
- Building code
- Follows Winnebago County (2015 IRC/IBC/2014 NEC)
§ 03
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Determine if property is in Village limits.
- 02 Submit Zoning Permit Application to Village of Roscoe.
- 03 If project is over 200 sq ft, Village will direct you to Winnebago County for a Building Permit.
- 04 Obtain County permit after Village Zoning approval.
- 05 Pay Village fees via Square portal.
Source: Zoning & Permitting ↗
§ 04
Fee schedule
Roscoe building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
$50.00 (Accessory/Additions); $150.00 (New SFD)
02
Permit fee formula
Flat rates for Village zoning; County uses valuation for structures over 200 sq ft
03
Reinspection fee
$25 inspection fee for driveways
Uses Square for Village-level fees
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- (815) 509-8092 (Code Enforcement) (phone)
Typical sequence: For foundation/pours.
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Roscoe permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Roscoe, IL? ▸
All new construction, additions, decks, fences, pools, generators, sheds.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Roscoe, IL? ▸
Building permit fees in Roscoe, IL are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $50.00 (Accessory/Additions); $150.00 (New SFD). Fees are calculated as: Flat rates for Village zoning; County uses valuation for structures over 200 sq ft.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Roscoe, IL? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Roscoe, IL, follow these steps: 1. Determine if property is in Village limits. 2. Submit Zoning Permit Application to Village of Roscoe. 3. If project is over 200 sq ft, Village will direct you to Winnebago County for a Building Permit. 4. Obtain County permit after Village Zoning approval. 5. Pay Village fees via Square portal.
04 What work is exempt from building permits in Roscoe, IL? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Roscoe, IL. The following work is generally exempt: Sheds under 200 sq ft do not require County permit, but still need Village Zoning permit; Cosmetics. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Roscoe, IL? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Roscoe, IL via: (815) 509-8092 (Code Enforcement).
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Zoning & Permitting before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.