City Building Permits

Washington, ILLINOIS Building Permit Guide

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

Illinois Tazewell County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Corporate limits of Washington.

Department
City of Washington Planning and Development Department
Address
301 Walnut Street, Washington, IL 61571
Phone
(309) 444-1122
Website
https://www.ci.washington.il.us/departments/planning_development/building_and_zoning/index.php

Online Permit Portal

Open Permits and Applications

Platform: Manual/PDF-based • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Additional resources:

Application Process

  1. Obtain application form from the city website or City Hall.
  2. Submit completed application with site plan and construction drawings.
  3. Simple permits (sheds/fences) often issued while you wait or within 24 hours.
  4. New construction requires a 48-hour review period.
  5. Pay fees and receive permit placard.

Typical processing time: Same day to 48 hours for most.

Source: City of Washington Planning and Development Department

General Requirements

New construction, additions, garages, sheds, carports, decks, porches, fences, pools, solar panels, and signs.

Required Documents

  • Application
  • Site plan
  • Construction drawings
Permit validity
Not specified online.
Building code
2018 IBC, 2018 IRC, 2018 IMC, Current NEC, Illinois Plumbing Code.
Owner-builder
Not specified; state license laws apply.
Contractor requirements
Contractors must be registered with the city.

Fees

Minimum permit fee
$40 Filing Fee
Plan check fee
Included in permit fee.
Permit fee formula
Filing fee plus $2 per $1,000 of construction value.
Reinspection fee
Fees doubled for work without permit; $400 inspection deposit (refundable).
Penalty (no permit)
Fees doubled for work without permit.
Payment note
Enterprise Zone projects may receive 50% fee reduction.

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

  • Non-structural roofing, siding, gutters
  • Window/door replacement in existing openings
  • Non-structural interior remodeling
  • Grade-level patios

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • (309) 444-1122 (phone)
Inspection hours
Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Typical inspection sequence: Footing, Water/Sewer/Sump, Framing/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 City of Washington Planning and Development Department before applying.

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