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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

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