As of Monday, June 15, 2020 we will no longer require appointments to come into the office - we will be open to the public

Building Projects and Permits for Unincorporated Areas of DuPage County

The following list includes projects that require permits from the County

Residential Projects   

Building Projects

• Build a house
• Build an addition
• Build a detached garage
• Build a deck
• Build a shed
• Build a screen porch
• Build a retaining wall or seat wall
• Build a gazebo

Installation or Replacement Projects

• Remodel- interior or exterior alterations
• Excavate on my property - whether a permit is required or not please contact the sewer & water utility company for sewer or water repair or installation
• Install a swimming pool, spa or hot tub
• Replace windows, furnace, air conditioner, water heater
• Install or replace a fence
• Electrical work - up-grades or revisions
• Install a patio or terrace
• Install a fireplace - masonry or pre-fab
• Install a generator - air conditioner
• Revise my plans - expired permit
• Install, replace or widen my driveway or sidewalk
• Install a lawn irrigation system
• Re-roof or reside a structure
• Install a temporary tent or membrane structure
• Install residential solar energy system

Demolishing a Structure

• Demolition of a structure

Commercial Projects    

• Commercial construction - new and additions
• Remodel - interior alterations
• Install a cell tower or colocation
• Install a sign(s)

Contact Information

• To contact the Public Works Department- 630-407-6800
• To contact the Department of Transportation- 630-407-6900
• To contact the Health Department- 630-682-7979
• To contact the Stormwater Department - Drainage- 630-407-6700
• To contact the Township Highway Commissioners
• Information on Highway Impact Fees

NOTE: Contact J.U.L.I.E. before you dig at 1-800-892-0123 for underground utility locations

FAQs for building