Sherman, IL · Sangamon County
Building Permit Application for Accessory Structures
Sherman property owners or builders use this application to request a permit for accessory structures such as sheds, fences, pools, decks, and garages.
What this form is
The Village of Sherman residential building permit application covers accessory structures and other listed residential projects. It asks for owner, project, property, contractor, and proposed-use details, along with a project plan drawing or attached specifications. The form says to submit the completed, signed application with the appropriate fee; it also requires applicable homeowners association or developer approval before processing.
Who needs it
Sherman property owners or builders planning an accessory structure must submit this application before beginning the project.
How to submit it
Submit the completed application with the appropriate fee to the Village Office. The form requires owner and builder signatures when applicable, plus a homeowners association or developer official’s signature, or a note if there is no HOA or developer.
About notarization
This document is signed without a notary; its affidavit section calls for the owner and contractor signatures and dates, but does not require a notarized or sworn attachment.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the Village of Sherman building permit application for accessory structures.
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Complete The Application
Fill in the owner, project, property, contractor, and proposed-use information, then sign and date the application.
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Gather Required Items
Include a project plan drawing or specifications and obtain the applicable homeowners association or developer signature, or note if there is no HOA or developer.
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Submit To The Village
Submit the completed application with the appropriate fee to the Village Office.
Frequently asked questions
- What projects does the accessory structure permit application cover?
- The form lists pools, fences, sheds, gazebos, garages, decks, patios, solar projects, driveways, and other proposed uses.
- What information and attachments does the application request?
- It asks for owner, project, property, and contractor information, and includes space for a project plan drawing or attached specifications.
- Do I need a notary for the accessory structure permit application?
- No. The form has signature and date lines for the owner and contractor, but no notary block or notarized attachment is required.
- How do I submit the accessory structure permit application?
- Submit the completed application with the appropriate fee to the Village Office. The form also requires applicable owner, builder, and HOA or developer signatures.
Need something notarized?
This Building Permit Application for Accessory Structures doesn’t need a notary — but Illinois residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.