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Building Division

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1. *What work requires a permit?

Any work that requires a structural change such as any types of additions; alterations involving moving or adding walls; all electrical & plumbing work; all fire suppression & detection work; all HVAC work; fences, decks, roofs, driveways, retaining walls; parking lots; pools; hot tubs; spas; fire stopping or exterior wall mounted signs. If you are unsure if your project requires a permit, contact the Building Division at (630) 620-5750.

The following items do not require a permit: Siding, Patios, Private Walks. Building Division

2. *Why do I need a Permit?

Permits provide the property owner with the following:
1. The contractor chosen to perform the work has the appropriate documentation on file with the Village, specifically, license and insurance. Contractor’s required to have specific documentation on file with the Village prior to the issuance of any permit are electrical contractors,
excavators, roofers, plumbers, sewer contractors & fire suppression contractors.
2. The required inspections are completed so that the project meets the minimum construction standards required by code.
3. The intended project is designed to meet our codes.

3. *When does a permit expire?

Once a permit is issued it is valid for a period of one (1) year. The Community Development Director or his/her designee may grant two extensions of time for additional periods not exceeding 6 months each, provided that a fee of 25% of the original cost of the permit shall be charged for each extension granted. Where work under the original permit or the extended permit has started and construction activity has stopped for a continuous period of 6 months, all rights under that permit are terminated. As such, the fee is forfeited and it becomes part of the general fund.

4. *How much would a permit for a new single family home cost?

On a vacant lot, no previous structure on lot: $8700 - $9300

On a lot with residence to be demolished:

Wrecking (House Only) $220 + $2000 Bond
Building Permit (New House) $3,700 - $4,200 Range

5. *Which contractors need insurance and licenses?

Electricians need to provide a copy of their electrician’s license; the license must be from a municipality where they took a test. They also need to provide a certificate of insurance. The certificate of insurance must have the Village of Lombard named as additional insured and certificate holder.

Excavators must give a certificate of insurance. The certificate of insurance must show the Village of Lombard as additional insured and certificate holder.

Plumbers must give a copy of their Illinois Department of Public Health registration. This registration must have a 055 & 059 number.

Roofers must give a copy of their State roofer’s license.

Sewer contractors must give a certificate of insurance. The Village of Lombard must be listed as additional insured and certificate holder.

Sprinkler contractors (Fire) must give a copy of their State sprinkler license.

6. *Do I need a permit to put a new roof on my home?

Yes, a permit is required to do roofing work. The Village of Lombard allows for an original layer plus one layer, for a maximum of two layers before a complete tear off is required. Roofing shingles must be at least a 25-year shingle with a minimum 240# weight.

7. *If I do any work to my home, will my property taxes be increased?

The York Township Assessor’s Office is the responsible taxing authority for Lombard. If you are interested in determining whether or not your taxes will be increased, please contact the Assessor’s Office at (630) 627.3354, and they will be able to give you information on the type of projects that will increase your property taxes.

8. * When am I obligated to contact JULIE?

Many activities require notification of JULIE (Joint Utility Locating Information for Excavators) before you dig for safe digging in Illinois. Some of these activities, such as tree planting, patio construction and landscaping, do require a call to JULIE even though they do not require a building permit.
For more information, contact JULIE at 8-1-1 or 1-800-892-0123. You may also make a request online by following this link. JULIE Website