What information does the application request?

It asks for property and owner details, contractor information, construction type, estimated cost, and building specifications. It also says an attached plat or plan must show distances from all sides of the lot.

Do I need a notary for the building permit application?

No. The application is signed without a notary, and it does not mention a notarized or sworn attachment. The applicant just signs.

Benton, IL · Franklin County

No notary required

Application for Building Permit

Benton's building permit application is for property owners or their representatives seeking permission to construct, alter, add to, store, or demolish a building.

What this form is

The application requests a building permit pursuant to Benton's current zoning ordinances and describes the proposed structure and work. It asks for property and owner details, contractor information, construction type, estimated cost, and related building specifications; the form says a plat or plan must show distances from all sides of the lot.

Who needs it

A person seeking a Benton building permit for residential or commercial new construction, alteration, addition, storage, or demolition should complete 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 application is signed without a notary; no notarized or sworn attachment is mentioned, so the applicant just signs.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the building permit application PDF.
2
Complete The Application
Fill in the requested property, owner, contractor, construction, and building details.
3
Gather The Plat Or Plan
Attach a plat or plan showing distances from all sides of the lot, as the form requires.
4
Submit To The City
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

Frequently asked questions

Who uses Benton's building permit application?: A person seeking a permit for residential or commercial new construction, alteration, addition, storage, or demolition can use this application.
What information does the application request?: It asks for property and owner details, contractor information, construction type, estimated cost, and building specifications. It also says an attached plat or plan must show distances from all sides of the lot.
Do I need a notary for the building permit application?: No. The application is signed without a notary, and it does not mention a notarized or sworn attachment. The applicant just signs.
How do I submit the building permit application?: Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

Need something notarized?

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