The following is a check list of the things you need do or have when applying for a permit:

Zoning

• Check for use and setback requirements

Flood Plain

• Is your property or any part of your property in the flood plain/way?
• What is the elevation at the top of the foundation?
• The village engineer will review permit requests in the flood plain/way before the Building and Zoning Official can issue a permit

Well Permit

• Lake or McHenry County Health Departments approve these permits. Before applying for a building permit always check with the appropriate County for their requirements. When a County permit is required, an approved copy must be presented to the Building and Zoning Officer before a building permit can be reviewed prior to permit application.

Sewer Connection

• Northern Moraine Wastewater Reclamation District approves and maintains sanitary sewer systems. Contact them at 847-526-3300 for permitting and repairs.

School Impact Fees

• For new construction please provide a receipt

Survey

• Two copies are required showing all existing improvements

Site Plan

Two copies are required showing:

• Proposed location of new construction
• Sewer and well locations and connections
• Existing topography, if required
• Proposed finished building elevations
• Direction of water runoff
• Driveway details
• Culvert size
• Erosion Control methods

Construction Plans (with IL Architect Stamp, if required)

Two copies are required showing:

• Floor plans
• Window schedule
• Foundation plan
• Typical wall section and details

Well and Sewer

• One  approved permit copy