New Berlin, IL · Sangamon County
Application for Certificate of Occupancy
New Berlin property owners or applicants use this application to request a zoning or building and zoning certificate of occupancy.
What this form is
The application lets an applicant request a zoning certificate of occupancy or a building and zoning certificate of occupancy for a property in New Berlin. It asks for the property address, applicant and owner contact details, property use, and zoning classification. Applicants must attach a scaled drawing; building and zoning applications also require an inspection certificate based on the property type.
Who needs it
An owner or applicant seeking a zoning or building and zoning certificate of occupancy for property in New Berlin needs this application.
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 applicant affirms under penalty of perjury that the application and attached materials are true and correct.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the New Berlin Application for Certificate of Occupancy PDF.
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Complete The Application
Enter the property address, application date, owner or applicant contact information, property use, and zoning classification; select the certificate requested.
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Gather Required Attachments
Attach a scaled drawing showing the land, structures, uses, and setbacks. For a building and zoning application, include the inspection certificate required for the property type.
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Sign And Submit
Sign the application and submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Frequently asked questions
- What does the New Berlin Certificate of Occupancy Application request?
- It requests a zoning certificate of occupancy or a building and zoning certificate of occupancy. It asks for property and applicant details, property use, zoning classification, and supporting materials.
- What attachments does the application require?
- Applicants attach a scaled drawing of the land, structures, uses, and setbacks. Building and zoning applications also require an inspection certificate: from a licensed home inspector for one- or two-family dwellings, or a licensed architect for multifamily or commercial buildings.
- Do I need a notary for the Certificate of Occupancy Application?
- No. The applicant signs without a notary and affirms under penalty of perjury that the application and attached materials are true and correct.
- How do I submit the Certificate of Occupancy Application?
- Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.