Building Applications
Please refer to the information and guidelines on each application/handout. The information provided is intended to assist the applicant, save time and improve efficiency for all parties.
Permit Application and Contractor Registration Email: permits@shorewoodil.gov
Applications
Occupancy prior to occupying space (no work) OR Remodeling (existing business in space) OR NEW Tenant Build-out
Application, Business License Application
Application, Business License Application
Residential Decks, covered (open) Porches, Pergolas and Gazebos.
Application, Deck Construction Guide, Simpson Strong Tie Deck Guide
Application, Deck Construction Guide, Simpson Strong Tie Deck Guide
Residential Fencing including replacement of existing fencing (post or panel replacements exceeding 12 ft.).
Application
Application
New Irrigation system installations.
Application, BSI Welcome Packet, Inactive Irrigation Form
Residential New Construction (Single Family, Duplex, Condo, etc.).
Application, Residential New Construction Required Inspections and Submittals, Cold Weather Concrete Requirements
Application, Residential New Construction Required Inspections and Submittals, Cold Weather Concrete Requirements
Request release of bonds posted for incomplete exterior work on new construction due to weather conditions.
Application
Application
Residential Remodeling, Alterations, MISC work* (Interior and Exterior)
Application, Cold Weather Concrete Requirements
*MISC work, including but not limited to:
Application, Cold Weather Concrete Requirements
*MISC work, including but not limited to:
- Additions and Interior Remodeling (excluding countertops, cabinets, flooring, fixtures)
- Accessory Structures (other than deck, fence, shed, pool)
- Driveways (any material), Driveway Ribbons (any material)
- Flag Poles, Permanent Basketball Hoops
- Grading
- Hot tubs/Saunas/Spas
- HVAC, Generators, Water Heaters
- Patios (any material), Stoops, Slabs and Fire Pits
- Retaining and Landscaping walls over 24", Columns/Pillars, Seatwalls, Grill Enclosures
- Roofing, Siding, Windows, Exterior Doors
- Service or Public Walks (any material)
- Sewer/Water Repair
- Underground Gas / Underground Electrical lines
Above & In-Ground residential swimming pools. US Consumer Product Safety Commission's Safety Barrier Guidelines.
Application, Safety Barrier Guidelines
Application, Safety Barrier Guidelines