What information does the Pontiac Building Permit Application request?

It asks for owner and contact details, the construction location, a description and cost of the work, and contractor information. Some projects also require drawings or a survey.

Do I need a notary for the Pontiac Building Permit Application?

No. The application requires a signature and date but does not require notarization; its listed plans, surveys, scope of work, and contractor list are not described as requiring notarization.

How do I submit the Pontiac Building Permit Application?

The form lists the Building and Zoning Office at 115 West Howard St., Pontiac, IL 61764, and zoning@pontiac.org, but does not specify how to submit the application.

What supporting documents does the application list?

New construction or additions require two copies of stamped architectural or engineering drawings, including a site plan. Exterior work requires a plat of survey or a diagram showing dimensions and distances from property lines.

Pontiac, IL · Livingston County

No notary required

Building Permit Application

Property owners or authorized agents use this application to request a Pontiac building permit for proposed construction, additions, exterior work, plumbing, or other listed work.

What this form is

The application requests owner and project details, a description of the proposed work, construction costs, and contractor information. It calls for drawings or a survey for certain projects, and a complete scope of work and contractor list for all permits. The form also describes inspection requirements, fees, permit expiration, and the applicant’s agreement to follow approved plans.

Who needs it

A property owner or authorized agent seeking a permit for proposed construction or other work covered by the application should complete it.

How to submit it

The form lists the Pontiac Building and Zoning Office at 115 West Howard St., Pontiac, IL 61764, phone 815-844-1038, and [email protected]. It does not state a submission method.

About notarization

This application is signed and dated without a notary; the listed plans, surveys, scope of work, and contractor list are not described as requiring notarization.

How to submit this form

1
Download the Application
Download the Pontiac Building Permit Application PDF.
2
Complete the Application
Provide the owner, project, construction, and contractor information requested on the form, then sign and date it.
3
Gather Required Documents
Include a complete scope of work and contractor list. Add the drawings or survey materials listed for your type of work.
4
Contact the Building and Zoning Office
The form lists the office at 115 West Howard St., Pontiac, IL 61764, and [email protected]; it does not specify a submission method.

Frequently asked questions

What information does the Pontiac Building Permit Application request?: It asks for owner and contact details, the construction location, a description and cost of the work, and contractor information. Some projects also require drawings or a survey.
Do I need a notary for the Pontiac Building Permit Application?: No. The application requires a signature and date but does not require notarization; its listed plans, surveys, scope of work, and contractor list are not described as requiring notarization.
How do I submit the Pontiac Building Permit Application?: The form lists the Building and Zoning Office at 115 West Howard St., Pontiac, IL 61764, and [email protected], but does not specify how to submit the application.
What supporting documents does the application list?: New construction or additions require two copies of stamped architectural or engineering drawings, including a site plan. Exterior work requires a plat of survey or a diagram showing dimensions and distances from property lines.

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.