How do I submit the driveway and grading application?

Submit the original colored copy. The form says photo or faxed copies will not be accepted; check the city website for current contact details.

When is a driveway or grading permit not required?

The form says a permit is not required when the work involves patching repairs or seal coating an existing driveway.

What supporting documents may be required?

Depending on the work, the form lists a plat of survey, topographical survey, site or engineering plan, tree permit application, stormwater materials, and a signed drainage certification.

Northfield, IL · Cook County

No notary required

Application for Driveway, Patio, Sidewalk, or Grading Work

Property owners and contractors use this application to request a Village of Northfield permit for driveway, patio, sidewalk, or grading work.

What this form is

This application requests a permit for driveway, patio, sidewalk, or grading work and asks for the project address, owner and contractor contact details, work description, and dates. A permit is not required for patching repairs or seal coating an existing driveway. The form lists possible survey, plan, tree permit, drainage certification, and fee requirements depending on the work and property.

Who needs it

Property owners or contractors planning driveway, patio, sidewalk, or grading work in Northfield should complete the application.

How to submit it

Submit the original colored copy; the form says photo or faxed copies will not be accepted. Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

About notarization

This application is signed without a notary; its drainage certification has signature and date lines for the contractor, engineer, and owner.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the application for driveway, patio, sidewalk, or grading work.
2
Complete The Application
Enter the project address, owner and contractor details, work description, and start and completion dates.
3
Gather Supporting Documents
Check the requirements and include applicable surveys, plans, tree permit materials, and the signed drainage certification.
4
Submit The Original Copy
Submit the original colored copy; photo or faxed copies are not accepted. Check the city website for current contact details.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the driveway and grading application?: No. This application is signed without a notary. Its drainage certification has signature and date lines for the contractor, engineer, and owner.
How do I submit the driveway and grading application?: Submit the original colored copy. The form says photo or faxed copies will not be accepted; check the city website for current contact details.
When is a driveway or grading permit not required?: The form says a permit is not required when the work involves patching repairs or seal coating an existing driveway.
What supporting documents may be required?: Depending on the work, the form lists a plat of survey, topographical survey, site or engineering plan, tree permit application, stormwater materials, and a signed drainage certification.

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This Application for Driveway, Patio, Sidewalk, or Grading Work doesn’t need a notary — but Illinois residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.