What work can I request with the short-form building permit application?

The form lists work such as roofing, fences, pools, decks, signs, and solar installations. It says other improvements require the long form.

What information and attachments does the application request?

It asks for applicant, owner, property, contractor, zoning, and estimated-cost information. A diagram is required, with details such as lot dimensions and work description; additional project-specific details are listed for remodeling, signs, and fences.

Do I need a notary for the building permit application?

No. The owner or agent signs and dates the application; the form lists no notarized attachment or sworn step.

Oregon, IL · Ogle County

No notary required

Application for Building Permit – Short Form

Oregon property owners or agents use this application to request a permit for listed short-form building improvements and provide project details.

What this form is

This application requests a City of Oregon building permit for listed work such as roofing, fences, pools, decks, and solar installations. It asks for applicant, owner, property, contractor, zoning, and estimated-cost information, plus a diagram of the work and any project-specific details listed on the form. Minimum fees are shown; other improvements require the long form.

Who needs it

A property owner, agent, or contractor planning work listed on the short form should complete it and provide the required project diagram.

How to submit it

Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

About notarization

No notary is required; the owner or agent signs and dates the application, and no notarized attachment or sworn step is listed.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the short-form building permit application PDF.
2
Complete The Application
Enter the applicant, owner, property, contractor, zoning, and estimated-cost information, then sign and date it.
3
Gather The Required Diagram
Attach or draw a diagram of the work and include the project details specified for your type of improvement.
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

What work can I request with the short-form building permit application?: The form lists work such as roofing, fences, pools, decks, signs, and solar installations. It says other improvements require the long form.
What information and attachments does the application request?: It asks for applicant, owner, property, contractor, zoning, and estimated-cost information. A diagram is required, with details such as lot dimensions and work description; additional project-specific details are listed for remodeling, signs, and fences.
Do I need a notary for the building permit application?: No. The owner or agent signs and dates the application; the form lists no notarized attachment or sworn step.
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 – Short Form doesn’t need a notary — but Illinois residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.