The following list is of some of the residential projects which require a
building permit. Failure to obtain a permit prior to starting work will
result in double permit fees as well as other potential fines and penalties.
So please call the Building Inspector, ICCI, at 630-551-4224, if
you’re unsure.
Any New Building Construction
ANY Swimming Pool which contains water over 24″ deep
(a separate fence permit may be required as well)
Attached Residential Garage
Decks or Balconies
Detached Residential Garage
Electrical Service Upgrade
Fences
Finishing a Residential Basement
Paved Driveway (Asphalt, Concrete)
Re-grading or adding dirt around Private Property
(altering natural drainage)
Residential Alteration / Remodeling:
including structural, electrical or plumbing
Residential Addition
Sidewalk on Public Property
Storage Shed
Structural Alterations
To obtain an application for a building permit, visit the village hall at 511 W Main Street, Kirkland, IL 60146. Code books and other helpful printed materials are available at the village hall.
