City Building Permits

Lockport, ILLINOIS Building Permit Guide

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

Illinois Will County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Serves the City of Lockport.

Department
Building Services Department
Address
222 E. 9th St., 2nd Floor, Lockport, IL 60441
Phone
(815) 838-0549 (Option 5)
Website
https://cityoflockport.net/133/Building

Online Permit Portal

Open BS&A Online

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

Application Process

  1. Access BS&A portal.
  2. For over-the-counter permits (roofs, etc.), apply directly.
  3. For larger projects, upload plans and documentation.
  4. Building Services reviews plans (5-7 business days).
  5. Notification of approval and fees sent via email.
  6. Pay fees online and print permit.

Typical processing time: 5-7 working days.

Source: Building Services Department

General Requirements

Construction, addition, alteration, demolition, fences, pools, driveways, decks.

Required Documents

  • Completed application
  • Plat of Survey
  • Construction drawings
  • Contractor registration
Permit validity
1 year.
Building code
IBC 2024, IRC 2024, IEBC 2024, NEC 2023 (Effective Jan 1, 2026).
Owner-builder
Homeowners may perform work on primary residence.
Contractor requirements
Must be registered with the City.

Fees

Minimum permit fee
$50.00
Plan check fee
Varies.
Permit fee formula
Flat fees for miscellaneous; valuation-based for new construction.
Trade permit fee
Included in permit fees
Reinspection fee
Fees doubled if work started without permit.
Penalty (no permit)
Fees doubled if work started without permit.
Payment note
Online via portal; credit card fees apply.

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

  • Interior painting and wallpapering.
  • Landscaping (non-structural).
  • Replacement of light bulbs and minor fixtures.

Important: Exempt from building permit does not mean exempt from zoning and planning requirements. Confirm edge cases with the Building Services Department before proceeding.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Scheduling deadline
24-48 hour notice required.
Inspection hours
Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Time windows
Standard business hours

Typical inspection sequence: Typical sequence: Pre-pour, Roughs, Finals.

Remote video inspections may be used for certain inspection types at the city's discretion.

Additional Resources

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

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