City Building Permits

Village of Pontoon Beach, ILLINOIS Building Permit Guide

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

Illinois Madison County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Village of Pontoon Beach limits.

Department
Building and Zoning Department
Address
1 Regency Parkway, Pontoon Beach, IL 62040
Phone
(618) 931-6100
Website
https://www.pontoonbeachil.com/

Online Permit Portal

Open Village of Pontoon Beach

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

Application Process

  1. Submit application in-person at the Village Clerk's Office.
  2. Provide plot plan, legal description, and two sets of structural plans.
  3. Commercial projects require architect-drawn plans and Fire District approval.
  4. Review by Building Inspector or Zoning Administrator.
  5. Pay fees and receive permit.

Typical processing time: Not specified.

Source: Building and Zoning Department

General Requirements

Most construction, alterations, repairs, or change in occupancy.

Required Documents

  • Plot plan
  • Legal description
  • Structural plans
  • Truss designs (stamped)
Permit validity
Not specified.
Building code
IBC/IRC (references older editions), NEC, Illinois State Plumbing Code
Owner-builder
Generally permitted for primary residence.
Contractor requirements
Contractors must be registered.

Fees

Minimum permit fee
$40.00 (Roofing)
Plan check fee
Varies
Permit fee formula
Based on construction value or square footage
Penalty (no permit)
Fines $75-$750 per day for working without permit
Payment note
$100 Pre-sale home inspection fee required

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

  • Sheds under 100 sq ft
  • Fences 6 feet or less in height
  • Retaining walls 4 feet or less
  • Flatwork (sidewalks/driveways) under 30 inches above grade
  • Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets
  • Prefab pools under 24 inches deep

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • (618) 931-6100 (phone)
Scheduling deadline
24-hour advance notice required
Inspection hours
Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Typical inspection sequence: Footing, Foundation, 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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