City Building Permits

Village of Herscher, ILLINOIS Building Permit Guide

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

Illinois Kankakee County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All properties within the incorporated boundaries of the Village of Herscher.

Department
Village of Herscher
Address
272 East Second Street, Herscher, IL 60941
Phone
(815) 426-2131
Website
https://herscher.net/herscher-regulations-and-procedures/

Online Permit Portal

Open In-person submission

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

Application Process

  1. Consult with Village Hall before beginning any building project.
  2. Give the Building Inspector 48 hours notice before any construction is to begin.
  3. Download the building permit form from the village website or pick up at Village Hall at 272 East Second Street.
  4. Complete and submit the form to Village Hall.
  5. Pay applicable fees.
  6. Begin construction only after permit is approved.

Typical processing time: Not publicly stated; contact Village Hall

Source: Village of Herscher

General Requirements

Pools, decks, fences, sidewalks, remodeling, garden sheds, siding, fascia, soffit, and roofing. Contact Village Hall before beginning any project.

Required Documents

  • Completed building permit form
Permit validity
Not publicly stated
Building code
Not published on village website. As a municipality subject to Public Act 103-0510, Herscher must comply with minimum IBC 2021/IRC 2021 standards as of January 1, 2025. Actual locally adopted ordinance version not confirmed. Contact Village Hall or review municipal code.
Owner-builder
Not stated
Contractor requirements
Electricians and plumbers must hold IDFPR state licenses. The village states: 'The Village reserves the right to hold you responsible for any changes needed to meet codes.'

Fees

Permit fee formula
Not publicly stated
Payment note
In-person at Village Hall

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Village of Herscher to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • Village Hall: (815) 426-2131 or Building Inspector: (815) 573-3731 (phone)
Scheduling deadline
Give 48 hours notice before construction begins
Inspection hours
Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Typical inspection sequence: Not specifically described. 48-hour advance notice is required.

Additional Resources

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

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