Trenton, IL · Clinton County
Application for Residential Building Permit
Property owners or contractors use this application to request a Trenton residential building permit for proposed construction, additions, or remodeling.
What this form is
The application requests a residential building permit for construction, moving, or alteration and use of buildings or premises under Trenton’s Zoning Ordinance. It asks for owner and contractor details, the property location, project type, structure and area information, and a required site plan. The form also lists an application fee of $60.00 for office use.
Who needs it
Property owners or contractors proposing residential construction, an addition, or remodeling in Trenton need this application.
How to submit it
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
About notarization
This document is signed and dated without a notary; the applicant and, if different, the property owner sign, and the required site plan is attached.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the residential building permit application PDF.
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Complete The Application
Enter the owner, contractor, property, and proposed improvement information requested on the form.
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Prepare The Site Plan
Attach a site plan with the information listed on the application; subdivision plans must use an enlarged copy from the recorded plat showing easements.
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Sign And Date
The applicant signs and dates the form; the property owner also signs and dates it if different from the applicant.
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Submit To The City
Submit the completed application and site plan to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the residential building permit application?
- No. The applicant and, if different, the property owner sign and date the application; attach the required site plan.
- How do I submit the residential building permit application?
- The form does not provide submission instructions. Submit it to the city department named on the form and check the city website for current contact details.
- What information does the application ask for?
- It asks for owner and contractor contact details, the property address and parcel information, proposed work, structure and area details, and a site plan.
- Is a site plan required?
- Yes. The application says a site plan must accompany it and lists the information to include, such as lot dimensions, buildings, distances, driveways, parking, and easements.