Sherman, IL · Sangamon County
Building Permit New Residential Construction
Sherman’s application is for owners or builders seeking a building permit for new residential construction within the village.
What this form is
Use this application to request a Sherman building permit for a new residence, including a single-family home or duplex. It asks for owner, property, contractor, project, cost, and septic system details, and requires a plot plan and complete plans and specifications. The village reviews the submission before issuing a permit; excavation cannot begin until the permit is issued.
Who needs it
Property owners or builders proposing new residential construction in Sherman need to complete and submit this application.
How to submit it
Submit the completed application and required materials to the Village Building-Zoning Officer with the appropriate fee. The form lists a $500 base registration and inspection fee for new construction, plus the permit fee.
About notarization
This document is signed and dated without a notary; the affidavit section is signed by the applicant, owner, and contractor, and no notarized attachment is specified.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download Sherman’s Building Permit New Residential Construction application.
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Complete The Form
Fill in the owner, property, contractor, project, cost, and other applicable information; sign and date the required sections.
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Gather Required Materials
Attach complete plans, specifications, and a plot plan with the information listed in the form.
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Submit To The Village
Submit the application and materials to the Village Building-Zoning Officer with the appropriate fee.
Frequently asked questions
- Who uses Sherman’s new residential construction permit application?
- Owners or builders proposing a new residence in Sherman use this application to request a building permit. It includes sections for single-family and two-family projects.
- What materials must accompany the application?
- The form requires complete plans, specifications, and a plot plan showing details such as property lines, proposed structures, setbacks, drainage, and utilities.
- How do I submit the new residential construction application?
- Submit the completed application and required materials to the Village Building-Zoning Officer with the appropriate fee. The document does not provide a submission address or email.
- Do I need a notary for Sherman’s new residential building permit application?
- No. The application is signed and dated without a notary. Its affidavit section calls for signatures from the applicant, owner, and contractor, and no notarized attachment is specified.
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