Building Permits in Union, IL

Check permit requirements for home improvement projects in Union. Select a project type below to see local requirements, estimated fees, and how to apply.

71 Permit Rules
28 Project Types
IRC 2021 Building Code

Key Exemptions in Union

These projects typically don't require a building permit in Union:

Cosmetic basement work (paint, flooring on existing slab, hanging shelves) does not require a building permit in Union, IL under 2021 IRC R105.2. Verify with the Village Building Inspector at (815) 923-4153 (available Tuesdays 3 PM to 4 PM) before starting work.

Cosmetic bathroom updates (paint, vanity swap with no plumbing reroute, mirror, fixtures) do not require a building permit in Union, IL under 2021 IRC R105.2. Verify with the Village Building Inspector at (815) 923-4153 (available Tuesdays 3 PM to 4 PM) before starting work.

A small concrete slab on grade (under 200 square feet, no structure on top) generally does not require a building permit in Union, IL under 2021 IRC R105.2 (sidewalks and similar). Verify with the Village Building Inspector at (815) 923-4153 (available Tuesdays 3 PM to 4 PM) before starting work.

Under 2021 IRC R105.2, freestanding decks not more than 30 inches above grade are exempt from a building permit in Union, IL. Verify with the Village Building Inspector at (815) 923-4153 (available Tuesdays 3 PM to 4 PM) before starting work.

Removing a non-load-bearing interior partition does not require a building permit in Union, IL under 2021 IRC R105.2 if no electrical, plumbing, or mechanical work is involved. Verify with the Village Building Inspector at (815) 923-4153 (available Tuesdays 3 PM to 4 PM) before starting work.

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Deck
3 rules
Fence
3 rules
Shed
3 rules
Roof Replacement
2 rules
Windows and Doors
2 rules
Bathroom Remodel
3 rules
Kitchen Remodel
3 rules
Swimming Pool, Hot Tub, or Spa
3 rules
Electrical Work
3 rules
Plumbing Work
3 rules
HVAC
3 rules
Garage
3 rules
Room Addition
3 rules
Basement Finishing
3 rules
Retaining Wall
3 rules
Solar Panels
3 rules
Patio
3 rules
ADU
2 rules
Driveway
2 rules
Demolition
2 rules
EV Charger
2 rules
Generator
2 rules
Gas Line
2 rules
Water Heater
2 rules
Tree Removal
2 rules
Siding
2 rules
Fireplace
2 rules
Concrete Slab
2 rules

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Union Building Department

NameVillage of Union (Village Hall, Building Inspector)
Phone(815) 923-4153
Emailpermits@unionillinois.org
WebsiteVisit website
Address17703 O'Cock Road, Union, IL 60180
HoursVillage Hall: Tue 10 AM to 4 PM, Thu 1 PM to 5 PM. Building Inspector available Tue 3 PM to 4 PM.

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Permit Guides

Read our in-depth guides for common home improvement projects:

Deck Guide Fence Guide Shed Guide Roof Guide Window & Door Guide Bathroom Guide Kitchen Guide Pool Guide Electrical Guide Plumbing Guide HVAC Guide Garage Guide Addition Guide Basement Guide Retaining Wall Guide Solar Guide Patio Guide ADU Guide Driveway Guide Demolition Guide EV Charger Guide Generator Guide Gas Line Guide Water Heater Guide Tree Removal Guide Siding Guide Fireplace Guide Concrete Slab Guide
Disclaimer: Always confirm with your local building department before starting your project. PermitMint provides general guidance, not legal advice.