Geneseo, IL · Henry County

No notary required

Building Moving Permit

This permit application is for applicants seeking city approval to move a building from one location to another in Geneseo.

What this form is

The City of Geneseo Building Moving Permit application records the building description, its current and new locations, and the proposed route. It asks whether a permit was granted for crossing a state highway, whether proof of public liability insurance was provided to the City Clerk, and whether city officials were notified. The applicant also acknowledges responsibility for necessary utility relocation costs.

Who needs it

Anyone applying to move a building in Geneseo should complete the application and provide the requested route, location, and insurance information.

How to submit it

The form identifies the City Clerk as the recipient of the insurance certificate but gives no submission address or method. Submit it to the City Clerk; check the city website for current contact details.

About notarization

This permit is signed without a notary; the applicant signs the form, and it lists no sworn or notarized attachment.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download The Permit

    Download the Building Moving Permit application PDF.

  2. 2

    Complete The Application

    Describe the building and provide its present location, new location, and proposed route.

  3. 3

    Gather Supporting Information

    Be ready to answer the form's questions about a state highway permit, insurance certificate, official notifications, and utility relocation costs.

  4. 4

    Submit To The City

    Submit the application to the City Clerk; check the city website for current contact details.

Frequently asked questions

What does the Building Moving Permit application ask for?
It asks for the building description, present and new locations, proposed route, insurance information, official notifications, and acknowledgment of possible utility relocation costs.
Do I need a notary for the Building Moving Permit?
No. The applicant signs the form without a notary, and the document lists no sworn or notarized attachment.
How do I submit the Building Moving Permit?
The form names the City Clerk as the recipient of the insurance certificate but does not give a submission method or address. Check the city website for current contact details.
What should I gather before completing the application?
Have the building description, current and new locations, and proposed route ready. The form also asks about proof of public liability insurance and, if crossing a state highway, whether a permit was granted.

Need something notarized?

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