Building Permits & Inspections
The Building Permits and Inspections Department will strive to assist you with your construction project in an efficient and accountable manner. They are responsible for permitting all construction and conducting inspections of all construction-related permits as well as issuance of Certificates of Occupancy, Fire Prevention, and Special Events.
The Building Permits and Inspections Department is responsible for:
- Conducting building construction inspections
- Issuing building permits
- Issuing certificate of occupancy permits
- Reviewing building plans
- Working directly with the Planning and Zoning Commission
To obtain a permit for both residential and commercial uses, simply download the forms below (if available) or give us a call and we will be happy to provide you with the necessary forms.
SECTION 2: S103-1 Adoption of Codes shall be deleted and replaced to read as
follows:
That certain documents, known as, the 2021 International Building Code; 2021 International Residential Code; 2021 International Existing Building Code; 2021 International Mechanical Code; 2023 National Electrical Code; 2021 International Property Maintenance Code; 2021 International Fuel Gas Code; 2021 International Fire Code; the Plumbing Code of the State of [llinois Department of Public Health and as amended from time to time, and the 2021 International Energy Conservation Code; 2018 lllinois Accessibility Code; 2010 Americans with Disabilities Act, be and are hereby adopted by reference as the applicable minimum standards covering construction ofmcommercial, industrial and dwelling structures within the Village of Mt. Zion, llinois, together with all the regulations, provisions and terms contained therein, except where superseded by State Law or Local Ordinances amending the Building Code.
The above does not negate any other statutorily authorized code or regulation administered by State agencies. This includes, but is not limited to, the lllinois Environmental Barriers Act, the lllinois Accessibility Code, and administrative rules adopted by the Office of the State Fire Marshall (including the NFPA Life Safety Code).
(Ordinance 2025-5, passed 2/18/2025)
Related Documents
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Building Permits and Related Applications
- Building Permit Application ( PDF / 4,464 KB )
- 2025 Inspection Guidelines ( PDF / 186 KB )
- Sign Permit Application ( PDF / 332 KB )
- Parking Lots, Excavation, Demolition Permit Application ( PDF / 108 KB )
- Land Disturbance Permit ( PDF / 33 KB )
- Land Use Petition ( PDF / 495 KB )
- Land Use Petition - Informational Packet ( PDF / 246 KB )
- Major and Minor Subdivision Application ( PDF / 124 KB )
- Annexation Application - Occupied ( PDF / 116 KB )
- Annexation Application - Unoccupied ( PDF / 116 KB )
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the process for getting a building permit?
Take a moment to read all required information provided. Then print and fill out the building permit application form and return to Village Hall. Should you have any additional questions, please feel free to give us a call or send us an EMAIL. We will be happy to help you.
Do I need a building permit for a pool?
Yes. All above-ground and in-ground swimming pools require a building permit and most likely an electrical permit.
What happens if I don't get a building permit when required?
If a building permit is required and not issued before your project begins, a stop work order is issued and permits are required to be issued with all permit fees doubled.