City Building Permits

Village of Forsyth, ILLINOIS Building Permit Guide

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

Illinois Macon County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All properties within Forsyth village limits.

Department: Planning and Zoning Department, Village of Forsyth
Address: 301 South Route 51, Forsyth, IL 62535
Phone: (217) 877-9445
Email: info@forsyth-il.gov
Website: https://www.forsyth-il.gov/page/building-permits/

Online Permit Portal

Open Village of Forsyth Building Permits

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

Additional resources:

Application Process

Determine whether a permit is required by reviewing 'Uses Requiring Building Permits' at https://www.forsyth-il.gov/page/uses-requiring-building-permits or by contacting Village Hall.
Download or request the building permit application form from the Forsyth Village website or Village Hall.
Complete the application and attach required documents (site plan, construction drawings as applicable).
Submit application online via village portal or in person at 301 South Route 51.
Application is reviewed by the Planning and Zoning Department.
Permit is issued upon approval.

Typical processing time: Contact (217) 877-9445 for processing time estimates.

Source: Planning and Zoning Department, Village of Forsyth

General Requirements

Building permits are required for sheds (prior to installation or construction), fences (prior to installation), single-family residential construction, residential garages, two-family and multi-family residential, offices, and other uses. A permit must be obtained before construction begins. Where construction is proposed on a lot not abutting at least 60 feet on a dedicated public street, applications must include a recorded easement showing access.

Required Documents

Building permit application
Site plan showing structure location on lot
Construction plans as applicable

Permit validity: Permits expire 12 months from date of issuance. Renewal must be applied for within 3 months of expiration with payment of $100 renewal fee.
Building code: Village has its own Code of Ordinances (May 2024 version). Under PA 103-0510, Forsyth must enforce IBC 2021, IRC 2021, IEBC 2021, NEC 2023, Illinois Energy Conservation Code, Illinois Accessibility Code, Illinois Plumbing Code effective January 1, 2025. Contact village for current adopted code edition.
Owner-builder: Contact village for owner-builder rules.
Contractor requirements: State-licensed electricians and plumbers required per Illinois IDFPR. No confirmed local contractor registration requirement beyond state trade licenses; verify with village.

Fees

Minimum permit fee: Contact village
Plan check fee: Contact village
Permit fee formula: Not publicly stated; contact village
Trade permit fee: Contact village
Reinspection fee: Contact village
Penalty (no permit): Contact village
Payment note: Likely in-person payment at Village Hall; online payment availability unknown.

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule (effective Not publicly posted).

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Planning and Zoning Department, Village of Forsyth to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

(217) 877-9445 (phone)

Inspection hours: 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Typical inspection sequence: Not publicly detailed; contact Planning and Zoning Department.

Additional Resources

Building code: Village has its own Code of Ordinances (May 2024 version). Under PA 103-0510, Forsyth must enforce IBC 2021, IRC 2021, IEBC 2021, NEC 2023, Illinois Energy Conservation Code, Illinois Accessibility Code, Illinois Plumbing Code effective January 1, 2025. Contact village for current adopted code edition.
Verify contractor license: Illinois Secretary of State
Zoning information: View zoning info
Village Home Page
Uses Requiring Building Permits
Code of Ordinances (Municode)
Planning and Zoning Commission
Documents and Forms
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 Planning and Zoning Department, Village of Forsyth before applying.

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