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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for El Paso
Construction, alteration, addition, or demolition of residential or commercial structures.
Minor maintenance and repairs
- Exempt Minor maintenance and repairs
Note: Confirm edge cases with City Hall before proceeding.
Required documents
- Building Permit Application
- Survey (if lot markers missing)
- Site plan
- Building code
- Non-building code jurisdiction, but follows 2025 state mandates (IBC, IRC, NEC, IL Plumbing Code)
- Owner-builder
- Owner-builders are allowed.
- Contractor requirements
- State-licensed plumbers and roofers required.
§ 03
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Submit permit application to City Hall.
- 02 Pay tap-on fees for water/sewer if applicable.
- 03 City reviews for zoning and setback compliance.
- 04 Permit is issued.
- 05 Owner hires private inspector for construction verification.
§ 04
Fee schedule
Effective Current
Fee type
Amount
01
Permit fee formula
Combination of flat fees and tap-on fees
02
Reinspection fee
Penalty for starting without permit
3% fee for credit card transactions
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- Time windows
- Determined by private inspector
Typical sequence: Inspection sequence determined by private inspector to ensure state code compliance.
Certificate of Inspection required for Certificate of Occupancy.
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about El Paso permits
01 Do I need a building permit in El Paso, IL? ▸
Construction, alteration, addition, or demolition of residential or commercial structures.
02 How much does a building permit cost in El Paso, IL? ▸
Building permit fees in El Paso, IL are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: Combination of flat fees and tap-on fees.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in El Paso, IL? ▸
To apply for a building permit in El Paso, IL, follow these steps: 1. Submit permit application to City Hall. 2. Pay tap-on fees for water/sewer if applicable. 3. City reviews for zoning and setback compliance. 4. Permit is issued. 5. Owner hires private inspector for construction verification.
04 What work is exempt from building permits in El Paso, IL? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in El Paso, IL. The following work is generally exempt: Minor maintenance and repairs. Note: Confirm edge cases with City Hall before proceeding. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
last verified April 2026
source El Paso City Hall / Code Enforcement ↗
entry id permits/illinois/woodford/el-paso
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with El Paso City Hall / Code Enforcement before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.