What does the Residential Occupancy Permit do?

It records information about the buyer or occupant and seller or homeowner, and grants permission to occupy the stated premises after the permit is issued.

When can I occupy the dwelling?

The form states that occupancy is not allowed until the permit is issued. It also says the permit is valid only until the next change of occupancy and is non-transferable.

Bunker Hill, IL · Macoupin County

No notary required

Residential Occupancy Permit

Buyers or occupants use this permit to request permission to occupy a Bunker Hill dwelling after its inspection for property maintenance code compliance.

What this form is

The Residential Occupancy Permit records buyer or occupant and seller or homeowner contact details, the property address, and the occupant’s signature. The form states that occupancy is not allowed until the permit is issued and that the permit is valid only until the next change of occupancy. It also states that occupancy is limited to one family and that the permit is non-transferable.

Who needs it

A buyer or occupant seeking permission to occupy a dwelling in Bunker Hill needs this permit before occupying the unit.

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 document is signed without a notary; the occupant or buyer signs and dates it.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Permit
Download the Residential Occupancy Permit PDF.
2
Complete The Form
Fill in the buyer or occupant and seller or homeowner names, addresses, and phone numbers.
3
Sign And Date
The occupant or buyer signs and dates the form.
4
Submit To The City
Submit the completed permit to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

Frequently asked questions

What does the Residential Occupancy Permit do?: It records information about the buyer or occupant and seller or homeowner, and grants permission to occupy the stated premises after the permit is issued.
When can I occupy the dwelling?: The form states that occupancy is not allowed until the permit is issued. It also says the permit is valid only until the next change of occupancy and is non-transferable.
Do I need a notary for the Residential Occupancy Permit?: No. This document is signed without a notary; the occupant or buyer signs and dates it.
How do I submit the Residential Occupancy Permit?: Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

Need something notarized?

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