Machesney Park, IL · Winnebago County
Building Permit Application (Commercial or Residential)
Commercial or residential property owners and their representatives use this application to request a building permit and describe the planned work.
What this form is
This application is for commercial or residential building permit requests in Machesney Park. It collects property and owner details, contractor information, work type, project description, and building, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and related specifications. The applicant certifies the information is accurate and signs and dates the form. Use the second page to provide project details by trade.
Who needs it
A property owner or applicant requesting a commercial or residential building permit can complete this form with project and contractor details.
How to submit it
Submit the completed application to the Community Development Department, 300 Roosevelt Rd., Machesney Park, IL 61115. The form lists (815) 877-5432 for contact.
About notarization
This application does not require notarization; the applicant signs and dates it, and the form lists no sworn or notarized attachment.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Application
Download the Building Permit Application PDF for commercial or residential projects.
- 2
Complete The Form
Fill in the property, applicant, contractor, work, and project details requested on both pages.
- 3
Gather Project Details
Provide the project details by trade requested on the second page.
- 4
Sign And Submit
Certify the information, sign and date the application, and submit it to the Community Development Department at the address on the form.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Building Permit Application?
- No. The applicant signs and dates this application; it lists no sworn or notarized attachment.
- How do I submit the Building Permit Application?
- Submit it to the Community Development Department at 300 Roosevelt Rd., Machesney Park, IL 61115. The form lists (815) 877-5432 for contact.
- What information does the application ask for?
- It asks for property, owner, and contractor information, the type and description of work, and project details such as building, structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing specifications.
Need something notarized?
This Building Permit Application (Commercial or Residential) doesn’t need a notary — but Illinois residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.