Momence, ILLINOIS Building Permit Guide

Permit Authority

All properties within the incorporated boundaries of the City of Momence.

Department

Building Department

Address

105 W. Washington Street, Momence, IL 60954

Phone

(815) 472-2001

Website

https://cityofmomence.com/building.aspx

Online Permit Portal

Application Process

1. Determine whether a permit is required by calling (815) 472-2001. Most construction activities require a permit.
2. Download the building permit application from cityofmomence.com/forms.aspx.
3. Complete the application including plat or survey, drawings/blueprints, and contractor information.
4. Print, sign, and submit original application to City Hall at 105 W. Washington Street.
5. Pay permit fee.
6. Schedule required inspections by calling the Building Department ahead of time.

Typical processing time: Not publicly stated; contact department

Source: Building Department

General Requirements

Most construction activities. Applicants are advised to contact the department before beginning any construction, alterations, or repairs. Starting work without a permit may result in fines or work stoppage orders.

Required Documents

• Completed application
• Plat or survey showing existing and proposed structures
• Drawings or blueprints
• Contractor name, address, and phone

Permit validity

Not publicly stated; contact department

Building code

Building permit application form on website is dated 2015. The city previously referenced 2012 International Residential Code. As of January 1, 2025, Public Act 103-0510 requires minimum compliance with IBC 2021/IRC 2021. Whether Momence has formally updated ordinances is not confirmed in public materials. Contact (815) 472-2001 for current code status.

Owner-builder

Not specified in public materials

Contractor requirements

Electricians and plumbers must hold IDFPR state licenses. No other specific requirements stated.

Fees

Minimum permit fee

Enforcement policy states fines for unpermitted work are minimum of double the required permit fee

Permit fee formula

Codified in Section 4-1-2; contact city for current amounts

Reinspection fee

Double the permit fee

Penalty (no permit)

Double the required permit fee for unpermitted work

Payment note

In-person at City Hall

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

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

Inspections

How to Schedule

• (815) 472-2001 (phone)

Scheduling deadline

Call ahead to schedule

Inspection hours

Contact department

Typical inspection sequence: Inspections required for all work. Building Inspector: Matt Cousin; Plumbing Inspector: John Cousin; Electrical Inspector: Matt Schmidt; Code Enforcement: Momence Police Department (815) 472-2021; Fire Inspection: Momence Fire Protection District (815) 472-4525.

Additional Resources

• Building code: Building permit application form on website is dated 2015. The city previously referenced 2012 International Residential Code. As of January 1, 2025, Public Act 103-0510 requires minimum compliance with IBC 2021/IRC 2021. Whether Momence has formally updated ordinances is not confirmed in public materials. Contact (815) 472-2001 for current code status.
• Zoning information: View zoning info
• City Forms Page
• City Ordinances (American Legal)
• Zoning and Rezoning/Variance Applications
• License lookup guide: Illinois Contractor License Requirements
• Contract template: Illinois Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
• Illinois hub: Illinois Contractor License & Permit Hub

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