City Building Permits

Markham, ILLINOIS Building Permit Guide

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

Illinois Cook County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

City of Markham.

Department: Housing and Building Department
Address: 16313 Kedzie Parkway, Markham, IL 60428
Phone: 708-331-4905
Website: https://www.cityofmarkham.net/pview.aspx?id=20972

Online Permit Portal

Open

Platform: • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Application Process

Source: Housing and Building Department

General Requirements

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Housing and Building Department to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Additional Resources

License lookup guide: Illinois Contractor License Requirements
Contract template: Illinois Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
Illinois hub: Illinois Contractor License & Permit Hub

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Housing and Building Department before applying.

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Important: This page is an educational resource provided by jaspector.com. It is not legal advice, and it does not substitute for official guidance from the permit authority listed above. Permit requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Always verify current requirements directly with the issuing department before beginning any construction project. Use of this page does not create an attorney-client relationship. Jaspector assumes no liability for any outcomes arising from reliance on this information.