City Building Permits

Silvis, ILLINOIS Building Permit Guide

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

Illinois Rock Island County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All properties within the incorporated city limits of Silvis.

Department
Inspections Department
Address
121 11th Street, Silvis, IL 61282
Phone
309-792-9181
Website
https://www.silvisil.org

Online Permit Portal

Open PDF Downloads

Platform: N/A (PDF Downloads) • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Application Process

  1. Download PDF application from city website.
  2. Submit application with project valuation and plans.
  3. Review by Building Inspector.
  4. Pay fees at City Hall.
  5. Permit issued.

Typical processing time: Varies by project complexity

Source: Inspections Department

General Requirements

New construction, additions, alterations, repairs, electric, plumbing, HVAC, signs, and fences.

Required Documents

  • Application
  • Valuation
  • Architectural/engineering plans if complex
Permit validity
180 days
Building code
2015 IBC, 2015 IRC, 2008 NEC, Illinois Plumbing Code
Contractor requirements
Annual registration ($50), $10,000 bond.

Fees

Minimum permit fee
$25.00
Plan check fee
Not specified
Permit fee formula
Valuation and item-based (e.g., $10 per plumbing fixture)
Trade permit fee
Item-based fees
Reinspection fee
Varies
Penalty (no permit)
Double fee for work without permit
Payment note
Cash or check at City Hall

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule (effective 2026-03).

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

  • Minor cosmetic repairs
  • Work under $500 valuation (verify with inspector)
  • General maintenance

Important: Confirm edge cases with the Inspections Department before proceeding.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • 309-792-4808 (phone)
Scheduling deadline
Contact for details
Inspection hours
Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM and 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM (Office hours)
Time windows
Limited office hours

Typical inspection sequence: Typical sequence: Footing, Rough, Final

Additional Resources

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

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