City of Des Plaines, IL
03/08/2024 | News release | Distributed by Public on 03/08/2024 16:35
Des Plaines Permitting is Now Digital!
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The City requires permits for certain construction projects, as well as other registration and licenses.
Building permit applications and field work must comply with City building codes, which are established to safeguards public health and welfare. The City conducts a variety of building permit and code enforcement inspections.
Apply for a Building Permit
The City's building permit process is now digital! Visit our Customer Self Service Portal to apply online.
First-time user? The Portal Guideand step-by-step video tutorial can help you through the process!
Contractor Registration is now completed through to the Portal as well.
Please submit permit related questions via email to: [email protected]. If you have any issues while applying online, staff can be reached at: 847-391-5380.
Common Permit Applications
Building, Roof, Sign and Tent permits can be applied for at our customer self service portal, and backyard hen permits can be printed here and submitted at City Hall.
Building & Zoning Codes and Fees
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Applicable (current) Building Codes
- The City adheres to these International Codes for: Building, Fire, Mechanical, Fuel Gas, Energy Conservation and Property Maintenance
- City Amendments to Building and Construction Codes / Regulations
- Zoning Code and Zoning Map
- Plan Review and Permit Fees
The State of Illinois has adopted the 2021 International Energy Conservation Code w/ State Amendments which will go into effect on January 1, 2024. Building permit applicants and design professionals are responsible for ensuring that their projects comply with the adopted code and state amendments. All projects submitted after December 31, 2023 will need to comply with the adopted code and state amendments.
This link will take you to an external site hosted by the ICC.
- International Energy Conservation Code (IECC): 2021
This link will take you to an external site hosted by the Capital Development Board:
- International Energy Conservation Code, Illinois Specific Amendments: 2021
Building Guidelines and Requirements
- When is Permit Required?
- On Demand Permit Submission Guide
- Concrete Work
- Decks
- Demolition
- New Single Family Residences
- Pools, Spas, and Ponds
- Residential Detached Garages
- Residential Driveways
- Residential Fences
- Remodeling, Room Additions, and Attached Garages
- Roof Guidelines
- Sanitary Sewer Lateral Program
- Signs
- Storage Sheds
- Tents
- Miscellaneous (Heating, Air, Fencing, Windows, etc.)
Restaurant and Food Businesses
Permits for restaurants and food businesses can be applied for at the customer self service portal.
Download the Restaurant and Food Business Submittal Guide here.
New restaurants and food businesses or those changing ownership need to be inspected by the City. Call 847-391-5366 to speak with the licensing division about the necessary inspections.
Work hours
Construction and demolition work is permitted 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday; 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Sunday.
Questions about permits?
Contact the Building Division at 847-391-5380 or by email [email protected].
We welcome your feedback!
The Department of Community and Economic Development (CED) welcomes your feedback! Please click the link below to take our short Customer Service Survey: