City Building Permits

Village of Bethalto, ILLINOIS Building Permit Guide

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

Illinois Madison County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Village of Bethalto limits.

Department
Building and Zoning Department
Address
213 N. Prairie St., Bethalto, IL 62010
Phone
(618) 377-7697
Website
https://bethalto.com/building-zoning/

Online Permit Portal

Open Building and Zoning

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

Application Process

  1. Submit application with Parcel ID, owner/contractor info, and licenses.
  2. Provide scaled Plot Plan and construction drawings.
  3. Review for code and zoning compliance (approx. 30 days for commercial).
  4. Pay fees and receive permit.
  5. Permit must be posted in a sealed PVC pipe on-site.

Typical processing time: 30 days for commercial; shorter for residential.

Source: Building and Zoning Department

General Requirements

Construct, remodel, alter, repair, remove, or demolish any building, wall, sign, or structure (includes decks, pools, fences, sheds).

Required Documents

  • Plot plan
  • Floor plans
  • Elevations
  • State licenses for plumbers/roofers
Permit validity
Not specified.
Building code
2015 IBC, 2015 IRC, 2014 NEC
Owner-builder
Permitted for primary residence (except plumbing which requires IL license).
Contractor requirements
Contractors must be registered and provide state license numbers.

Fees

Minimum permit fee
$50.00
Plan check fee
$100.00 for residential plan review
Permit fee formula
$50 base + $4 per $1,000 value over $3,000. Flat fees for roofing ($80 res) and occupancy ($30).
Reinspection fee
$45.00 per inspection
Payment note
Payments made at Village office

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

  • Minor cosmetic changes (painting, wallpapering, carpeting)
  • Routine maintenance

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • (618) 377-7697 (phone)
Scheduling deadline
24-hour notice required
Inspection hours
Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Closed 12-1 for lunch)

Typical inspection sequence: Footing, Framing, Electrical, Plumbing, Final

Additional Resources

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

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