Litchfield, IL · Montgomery County
Building Plan and Permit Application
Property owners or their authorized agents use this application to request plan examination and a building permit for construction or other listed work.
What this form is
The application requests plan examination and a building permit for projects such as new construction, additions, remodeling, demolition, fences, and roofing. It asks for owner and applicant details, project location and description, estimated cost, building dimensions, and contractor contacts. The Building Department determines the permit fee; new construction and commercial changes of occupancy require a Certificate of Occupancy issued by the Building & Zoning Department.
Who needs it
Property owners or authorized agents applying for plan examination and a building permit for a project listed on the application need this form.
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; the agent section requires an agent signature but mentions no notarized or sworn attachment.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the Building Plan and Permit Application.
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Complete The Application
Provide owner and applicant details, project information, estimated cost, building dimensions, and contractor contact information.
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Gather Project Information
The form asks for contractor details and any required federal, state, or county licenses or certificates.
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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
- What is the Building Plan and Permit Application for?
- It requests plan examination and a building permit for projects including construction, additions, remodeling, demolition, fences, and roofing.
- Who can apply for a building permit?
- The property owner can apply, or an agent can apply with authorization from the owner of record and sign the agent certification.
- Do I need a notary for the Building Plan and Permit Application?
- No. This application is signed without a notary. The agent section requires an agent signature but mentions no notarized or sworn attachment.
- How do I submit the Building Plan and Permit Application?
- Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.