Building Department

THE BUILDING DEPARTMENT MAIN PHONE LINE IS NOT OPERATING AT THIS TIME AND WE ARE NOT ABLE TO RETRIEVE VOICEMAIL- PLEASE USE THE FOLLOWING LINKS LOCATED ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THIS SCREEN TO COMMUNICATE WITH BUILDING DEPARTMENT STAFF OR EMAIL US AT PERMITS@WAUKEGANIL.GOV

THANK YOU FOR YOUR PATIENCE

The Building Department is responsible for the issuance of building permits, sign permits, plan review and construction inspections for residential, commercial, and industrial properties within the City of Waukegan. We are located on the 3rd Floor of the City Hall building in Downtown Waukegan. 

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19) operational changes, City Hall is closed and operating with a reduced employee team. This may result in a delayed response to your inquiry. 

Services are all AVAILABLE ONLINE AND BY APPOINTMENT ONLY at this time

VIEW the information listed on the left side banner for more specifics on how to manage your building permit applications, inspections, and other inquiries specific to your project. If you need additional assistance, email us at permits@waukeganil.gov 


Building Permits

Building permits are required except for minor repairs, same size replacement windows and doors, painting, and flooring. View the information listed on the left side banner for more specifics on your project. 

COMPLETE PERMIT FEE SCHEDULE


ILLINOIS ATTORNEY GENERAL WARNS HOMEOWNERS TO BE ON ALERT FOR STORM RELATED HOME REPAIR SCAMS (PDF)