City Building Permits

Troy, ILLINOIS Building Permit Guide

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

Illinois Madison County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

City of Troy limits.

Department
Building & Zoning Department
Address
116 E. Market Street, Troy, IL 62294
Phone
(618) 667-8734 (Ext. 4)
Website
https://www.troyil.us/182/Building-Zoning

Online Permit Portal

Open Building & Zoning

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

Application Process

  1. Pre-consultation with the department is recommended.
  2. Submit application (Residential, Commercial, or Limited Use) and plans to buildingzoning@troyil.us.
  3. Review for code and zoning compliance.
  4. Pay fees upon approval.

Typical processing time: Not specified.

Source: Building & Zoning Department

General Requirements

New construction, additions, renovations, structural changes, fences, pools, solar panels, demolition.

Required Documents

  • Application form
  • Site plans
  • Construction drawings
Permit validity
Not specified.
Building code
2021 IBC, 2021 IRC, 2020 NEC (Effective June 2025)
Owner-builder
Generally permitted for primary residence.
Contractor requirements
Contractors must be registered.

Fees

Minimum permit fee
$50 (Limited Use)
Plan check fee
Included in permit fee
Permit fee formula
$50 flat fee for Limited Use; others based on sq ft or valuation (approx. $0.15/sq ft for new residential)
Penalty (no permit)
Double fees for work started without permit
Payment note
Payments made at City Hall

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

  • Cosmetic improvements (painting, flooring, cabinets)
  • Minor non-structural repairs
  • Fence maintenance (board replacement)

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • (618) 667-8734 (phone)
Scheduling deadline
24-hour notice required (48 hours for Limited Use)

Typical inspection sequence: Rough-in, 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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