Building Department

The Building Department of Crest Hill reviews building plans, issues permit and contractor applications and performs inspections to ensure that construction conforms to applicable codes. We also handle property code violations, rental inspections and new business inspections.

Commercial & Residential Permits


Check with the Building Department regarding permits for:
  • Decks
  • Fences
  • Room Additions
  • Sheds
  • Swimming Pools

Application Forms


The Commercial Permit Application and Residential Permit Application forms are available for download. The Building Department can be reached at 815-741-5106.

Contractor Information


If you are a contractor you must be registered to work within our city limits. The Application for Contractor's Registration is available for download. All required documents and instructions are listed on the form.

Building Department Documents

  1. 2018 Zoning Map
  2. 2018 Zoning Ordinance
  3. Application For Development
  4. Development Handbook Appendix Z
  5. Appendix K-Water and Sewer Connection Charges (PDF)
  6. Index of Permitted Special Uses_ Non Residential
  7. Index of Permitted Special Uses_Residential
  8. Zoning District and Residential Standards
  9. Zoning District and Nonresidential Standards
  10. Contractor Registration
  11. Commercial Permit Application
  12. Residential Permit Application
  13. Facade Improvement Grant Program
  14. Crest Hill-Draft Comprehensive Plan-Public Review-04-18-14 (002)