Permits

 

What is a Building Permit?

The Village of Lake in the Hills uses the building permit as a tool to assure that established standards for design and construction are followed by anyone constructing or altering a structure or installing different projects within the community.  Both zoning and building code compliance are reviewed and approved before a building permit will be issued.   The building design and construction standards have been created to protect the public health, safety, and welfare of the community. 

 

Permits are required for construction of any type, including the following:

Additions, A/C units, Accessory Buildings - Sheds, Detached Garages, Alterations/Remodeling - structural, electrical, plumbing, heating, Decks, Gazebos, Pergolas, Patios, Piers, Walks, Decorative Yard Ponds, Demolition, Driveways, Fences, Fireplaces, New Single Family and Commercial Buildings, Reroof, Residing, Signs, Site Development, Softeners, Sprinkler Systems, Swimming Pools,  Spas/Hot Tubs and water heaters.

 

Information about the building permit process as well as building codes can be found below.  When you are ready to begin the process, complete the application, attach the appropriate documentation (see project brochure below for the documentation required for a specific project) and bring it to the Community Development Department at the Village Hall, 600 Harvest Gate.   Upon approval of the application, a fee for the permit will be assessed.  Please contact the Community Development Department if you have any questions or need more information regarding this process at (847) 960-7440.

 

 

 

Do I Need a Permit?

The Village of Lake in the Hills requires a permit for any of the projects listed below.  Click on the appropriate links to view the informational brochure for that project.  For those projects listed without an accompanying brochure, please contact the Community Development Department at (847) 960-7440 with any questions you may have.

• All new construction

• Any building addition

• Any remodeling that changes a building's structure, plumbing, electrical, or heating systems

• Detached Garage

• Signs

• Demolition

• A/C Units

• Decks, Gazebos & Pergolas

• Driveways

• Fences

• Fireplaces

• Lawn Sprinkler

• Patios (Walkway - Concrete or Pavers)

• Piers

• Re-roofing projects

• Re-siding

• Sheds (Accessory Buildings)

• Swimming Pools

• Spas & Decorative Yard Ponds

• Water softeners

• Water heaters

 

How Do I Obtain a Building Permit?

 

1. Determine whether a permit is necessary.

 

2. Check zoning regulations, setbacks, clearances, etc.

 

3. Check relevant Village Ordinances. The Community Development Department has handouts with specific procedures for many types of permits.

 

4. Homeowners should have their projects approved by their Homeowner’s Association. Village approval is based on relevant codes and zoning and is not contingent on Homeowners Association regulations or approvals.  

 

5. Homeowners may do many of their own construction projects.

 

6. A Contractor must be licensed by the Village of Lake in the Hills to work in the Village. The Community Development Department maintains a current list of licensed contractors in the Village.  As this list changes almost daily, we ask that you contact the Community Development Department directly at (847) 960-7440 to check if a contractor is licensed with the Village before you hire.

 

To obtain a contractor license, an application must be completed, a certificate of insurance and $10,000 surety bond must be filed with the Community Development Department, and an annual $75.00 fee must be paid.

 

Contractor License Requirements and Application

 

7. Please stop by the Village Hall, Community Development Department to obtain Building Permit Applications and/or Brochures for your projects that will give you specific information and requirements. You may also obtain these applications or brochures above.

 

8. If you are not sure whether you need a permit, please call the Community Development Department at (847) 960-7440.

 

 

 

About Building Codes

The  Community Development Department is responsible for assuring that all construction meets minimum health and life safety standards, building code requirements and zoning and property maintenance standards as specified in the zoning ordinance. Most projects require building permits to ensure that these standards are being met. All contractors that work in Lake in the Hills must be licensed by the municipality. The adopted codes are as follows:

-2006 International Residential Code

-2006 International Building Code
-2006 International Mechanical Code
-2006 International Property Maintenance Code

-2006 International Fire Code
-2008 National Electric Code
-1997 State of Illinois Accessibility Code
-2004 State of Illinois Plumbing Code

-2009 International Energy Conservation Code
-Lake In The Hills Amendments to the above codes Chapter 24

 

The Lake in the Hills Community Development Department, Building and Zoning Division has developed brochures that explain the requirements for most building and zoning procedures. We welcome you to stop in or call (847) 960-7440 for information on a subject that might interest you.

Click the icon below to visit the ICC Website.