City Building Permits

Granite City, ILLINOIS Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in Granite City, Illinois. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Illinois Madison County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

City of Granite City limits.

Department
Building & Zoning Department
Address
2000 Edison Avenue, Granite City, IL 62040
Phone
(618) 452-6218
Website
https://www.granitecity.illinois.gov/departments/building_and_zoning/index.php

Online Permit Portal

Open BS&A Online

Platform: BS&A Online • Account required: Yes • Submission: In-person only

Application Process

  1. Apply online via BS&A or in person at City Hall.
  2. Submit Certificate of Zoning Compliance application first.
  3. Submit building permit application with plans.
  4. Department reviews plans (structural and zoning).
  5. Pay fees and receive permit.

Typical processing time: Not specified.

Source: Building & Zoning Department

General Requirements

New construction, additions, structural changes, roofing, fencing, HVAC, plumbing, electrical.

Required Documents

  • Site plan
  • Structural plans
  • Certificate of Zoning Compliance
Permit validity
Not specified.
Building code
2018 IBC/IRC (Transitioning to 2021 by 2025)
Owner-builder
Generally permitted for primary residence.
Contractor requirements
Contractors must be registered and bonded.

Fees

Minimum permit fee
$50.00
Plan check fee
Included in base fee
Permit fee formula
$50 for first $3,000 value, plus $4 per additional $1,000. Flat fees for roofing ($40 res) and water heaters.
Reinspection fee
$40.00 average for inspection failures
Penalty (no permit)
Fines up to $750/day for unpermitted work
Payment note
Online payment via BS&A

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

  • Repairs costing less than $800 (non-structural)
  • Cosmetic finishes (painting, wallpapering, tiling, cabinets)
  • Minor shingle replacement/patching
  • Disability access ramps (fees waived as of May 2024)

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • (618) 452-6218 (phone)
Inspection hours
Monday - Friday business hours

Typical inspection sequence: Rough-in, Framing, Final

Additional Resources

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

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