City Building Permits

Village of Tolono, ILLINOIS Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in Village of Tolono, Illinois. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Illinois Champaign County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Village limits of Tolono, IL.

Department
Village of Tolono Village Office
Address
507 W Strong Street, Tolono, IL 61880
Phone
217-485-5212
Website
https://tolonoil.us

Online Permit Portal

Open Village of Tolono

Platform: Paper/PDF Forms • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Application Process

  1. Download PDF application from Village website.
  2. Submit form with drawings and site plan via email or in person.
  3. Review by Building Official and Zoning Administrator.
  4. Pay fees at Village Hall upon approval.
  5. Pick up physical permit.
  6. Post permit at job site before starting work.

Typical processing time: Not stated; depends on complexity.

Source: Village of Tolono Village Office

General Requirements

New construction, reconstruction, renovations, additions, decks, fences, sheds, garages.

Required Documents

  • Application
  • Site plan (3 copies)
  • Project drawings
Permit validity
Valid for 1 year; work must start within 6 months.
Building code
2018/2021 IBC/IRC per state mandate.
Owner-builder
Standard owner provisions apply.
Contractor requirements
Contractors must be registered; $25 fee for state-licensed trades (Plumbing/Roofing). General contractors must obtain Village license.

Fees

Minimum permit fee
$45.00 (Decks); $50.00 (Sheds); $100.00 (Fences)
Plan check fee
Typically included.
Permit fee formula
Flat fees: $500-$600 for new construction; $75 for general renovation. Additions $25 per 100 sq. ft.
Trade permit fee
Included in permit fee structure
Reinspection fee
Fees for missed inspections
Penalty (no permit)
Varies
Payment note
Payment at Village Hall.

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule (effective 2026-03).

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

  • Normal repairs not involving structural alterations

Important: Confirm exempt work status with Village before proceeding.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • 217-485-5212 (phone)
Scheduling deadline
Standard business hours.
Inspection hours
Standard business hours
Time windows
Call for availability.

Typical inspection sequence: Typical sequence: Footing, Framing/Rough-in, Final. (Note: Some docs suggest owner responsibility for technical inspections).

Contact department for remote inspection availability.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Village of Tolono Village Office before applying.

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