City Building Permits

Village of Oswego, ILLINOIS Building Permit Guide

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

Illinois Kendall County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Incorporated limits of the Village of Oswego.

Department
Village of Oswego Building and Permits Department
Address
100 Parkers Mill, Oswego, IL 60543
Phone
630-554-2310
Website
https://www.oswegoil.org

Online Permit Portal

Open Building Permits

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

Application Process

  1. Submit application and supporting documents to bzinfo@oswegoil.org.
  2. For Over-The-Counter (OTC) permits (fences, roofs, siding, water heaters), use expedited Wednesday processing.
  3. Plan review for larger projects involves building, zoning, and engineering reviews.
  4. Approval notification sent via email.
  5. Pay fees and receive permit.

Typical processing time: OTC: Same day (Wednesdays); Standard: 10-15 business days.

Source: Village of Oswego Building and Permits Department

General Requirements

New construction, additions, remodels, decks, fences, patios, pools, sheds, roofs, siding, windows, HVAC, and water heaters.

Required Documents

  • Plat of Survey
  • Construction drawings (PDF)
  • Contractor information
Permit validity
Work must commence within 6 months.
Building code
2021 IBC, 2021 IRC, 2020 NEC, 2024 Illinois Energy Conservation Code
Owner-builder
Permitted for residential work; must follow all codes.
Contractor requirements
No registration fee required as of 2024; must provide state licenses for specialty trades.

Fees

Minimum permit fee
$46.00
Plan check fee
15% of building permit fee (Minimum $50)
Permit fee formula
New construction ($0.60/sq ft); Alterations ($0.92 per $100 estimated cost)
Trade permit fee
Included in overall application
Reinspection fee
$45 per additional inspection
Penalty (no permit)
Double fee for work without permit
Payment note
Impact fees for new single-family homes approx $11,650 (effective 2025).

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule (effective Current).

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

  • Painting, wallpapering, tiling, carpeting
  • Cabinet or countertop installation (no plumbing/electric move)
  • Retaining walls under 4 feet (no surcharge)
  • Window awnings supported by an exterior wall

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • 630-554-2310 (phone)
Scheduling deadline
24 hours in advance
Inspection hours
Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Typical inspection sequence: Typical sequence: Pre-pour, Roughs, Insulation, Final.

Additional Resources

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

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