Building Division

The primary mission of the Building Division is the orderly processing of permit applications and subsequent inspections for all building activity within the community; and also to monitor and pursue compliance with standards of the adopted codes.  Many residential building projects, from new houses and additions to small improvements, require a permit which helps protect the property owner, neighbors, and the City.

PROJECTS REQUIRING PERMITS

Below is a list of common projects that require permits:

 
  • Adding Bathrooms
  • Additions
  • Air Conditioner
  • Awnings
  • Balcony
  • Basement Remodels
  • Bath Remodels, if there will be changes to plumbing, electrical or drywall
  • Deck
  • Demolition, Interior and Exterior
  • Doors, if the size of the opening will change
  • Drain Tile/Drainage
  • Driveway
  • Electrical
  • Elevators
  • Fence
  • Furnace
  • Garage
  • Gazebo
  • Generators
  • Grading
  • Gutters/Soffit/Fascia
  • Handicap Ramps
  • Kitchen Remodels, if there will be changes to plumbing, electrical or drywall
  • Lawn sprinklers
  • New House
  • Patio
  • Plumbing
  • Retaining Walls
  • Roofs
  • Sewer Repair
  • Sheds
  • Sidewalks
  • Siding
  • Stoops
  • Swimming Pools
  • Tuckpointing
  • Water Heaters
  • Windows, if the size of the opening will change 

PROJECTS THAT DO NOT REQUIRE PERMITS

  • Painting, tiling, carpeting and similar finish work
  • Kitchen/bathroom cabinet or fixture replacement
  • Temporary Swimming Pools
  • Swings and other playground equipment

If you are planning a project not listed above, call Community Development at 630-941-8300 ext 209 to confirm whether a permit is required. 

Questions regarding the permit process can be directed to Community Development at 630-941-8300 ext 209 or email at permits@oakbrookterrace.net. Please note:

  • All contractors must be registered with the City prior to permit release. To register as a contractor, please click here. 
  • The City of Oakbrook Terrace is contracted with Flood Brothers Disposal for all waste removal. Contact Flood Brothers directly to schedule delivery of all dumpsters at 630-261-0400.
  • If a project requires excavation, contact J.U.L.I.E. at 811 before digging.

Permit Submittal Process

Commercial Permit Applications:  The City of Oakbrook Terrace requires all commercial building permit applications to be submitted online through our Online Permitting Portal.

Residential Permit Applications:  While commercial permit applications must be submitted online, residential permit applications may be submitted in the following ways:

                              City of Oakbrook Terrace
                              Attn:  Community Development
                              17W275 Butterfield Rd
                              Oakbrook Terrace IL 60181

  • In Person:    Submit a copy of the application and all required documents during public access hours to:

                              City of Oakbrook Terrace
                              Attn:  Community Development
                              17W275 Butterfield Rd
                              Oakbrook Terrace IL 60181

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