Do I need a notary for this building permit application?

No. This application is signed and dated without a notary; its listed attachments include plans and property records, but no notarized or sworn attachment.

What should I include with the application?

The form says permits must include a scope of work and a copy of the contract or receipts for materials. It also calls for drawings, plans, and specifications indicating the work.

When is a plat of survey and legal description required?

The form requires a plat of survey and legal description for new construction, structural additions, new fences or repairs to existing fences, and concrete work.

Riverdale, IL · Cook County

No notary required

Building Permit Application

Property owners and contractors use this application to request a building permit and provide Riverdale with property, project, cost, and contractor information.

What this form is

Use this application to request a building permit for work such as new construction, additions, alterations, repairs, or other listed improvements. It asks for property and owner details, the work description, estimated costs, and contractor information; the form also says to include a scope of work, contract or material receipts, and plans. A non-refundable filing fee and additional permit and inspection fees apply.

Who needs it

Property owners or contractors seeking a Riverdale building permit should complete the application and provide the required project and contractor details.

How to submit it

Submit the application to Riverdale Inspectional Services Department at 157 West 144th Street, Riverdale, Illinois 60827. The form lists a non-refundable $40 application filing fee, plus permit and inspection fees.

About notarization

This application is signed and dated without a notary; it lists plans and property records as attachments, but no notarized or sworn attachment.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the Building Permit Application for Riverdale.
2
Complete The Application
Provide property, owner, project, estimated cost, and contractor information, then sign and date the application.
3
Gather Required Attachments
Include a scope of work, contract or material receipts, and drawings, plans, and specifications; provide a plat and legal description where required.
4
Submit To The Department
Submit the application to Riverdale Inspectional Services Department at 157 West 144th Street, Riverdale, Illinois 60827.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for this building permit application?: No. This application is signed and dated without a notary; its listed attachments include plans and property records, but no notarized or sworn attachment.
How do I submit the building permit application?: Submit it to Riverdale Inspectional Services Department at 157 West 144th Street, Riverdale, Illinois 60827. The form lists a non-refundable $40 filing fee, plus permit and inspection fees.
What should I include with the application?: The form says permits must include a scope of work and a copy of the contract or receipts for materials. It also calls for drawings, plans, and specifications indicating the work.
When is a plat of survey and legal description required?: The form requires a plat of survey and legal description for new construction, structural additions, new fences or repairs to existing fences, and concrete work.

Need something notarized?

This Building Permit Application doesn’t need a notary — but Illinois residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.