🏛️ Illinois Permit Guide for Contractors

Everything you need to know about pulling permits in Illinois — HVAC, electrical, roofing, and plumbing. Fees, requirements, and licensing rules for all major cities.

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📋 Illinois Permit Overview

DetailInfo
NEC Editionvaries by local jurisdiction
IRC Editionvaries by local jurisdiction
Permit AuthorityLocal jurisdictions adopt 'current' editions — varies widely. No statewide code.
Statewide CodeNo — local jurisdictions control
Licensing BoardSee state website

⚠️ Key Things to Know About Permitting in Illinois

  • CHICAGO: Has own building code — Chicago Building Code. Strict. 2017 NEC, 2018 IRC with Chicago amendments.
  • Chicago: Licensed Electrician required for all electrical. City-specific licenses sometimes required.
  • Suburban Cook County: generally follows state recommendations
  • Downstate IL: varies widely — some rural counties have minimal enforcement
  • Chicago permit portal: chicago.gov/permits

📍 Cities in Illinois — Permit Guides

📍 Chicago

Chicago Department of Buildings (DOB)

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