Ashmore, IL · Coles County
Residential Building Permit Application
Ashmore property owners submit this application to request approval for new structures or expansions within the Village’s corporate limits.
What this form is
The Village of Ashmore uses this application to review proposed new structures and expansions within its corporate limits. Applicants describe the improvement, provide applicant and parcel details, and attach a sketch showing dimensions, height, lot shape, and distances to nearby lot lines. Approval is required before construction; the form lists application categories and fees, and some proposals may require Board of Zoning Appeals review.
Who needs it
Property owners proposing a new structure or expansion within the Village of Ashmore’s corporate limits need to submit this application before construction.
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 without a notary; include the required site sketch, which the application does not describe as sworn or notarized.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Application
Download the Residential Building Permit Application PDF.
- 2
Complete The Application
Enter applicant and parcel details, describe the proposed improvement, and sign and date the application.
- 3
Prepare The Site Sketch
Attach a sketch showing dimensions, structure height, lot shape, and distances to the nearest lot lines.
- 4
Submit To The City
Submit the completed application and sketch 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 application has a signature and date field but no notary block; include the required site sketch, which is not described as sworn or notarized.
- How do I submit the Ashmore building permit application?
- The application does not state a submission method or contact details. Submit it to the city department named on the form and check the city website for current contact details.
- What information and attachments does the application require?
- It asks for applicant and parcel information and a description of the proposed improvement. Include a sketch showing dimensions, structure height, lot shape, and distances to the nearest lot lines.
- When must the application be approved?
- The application states that all permit applications must be reviewed and approved before construction activity begins. Some proposals may also require Board of Zoning Appeals review.
