Evergreen Park Building Permits, Inspections & Village Services
If you are remodeling a home, replacing a roof, building a garage or deck, installing a fence, changing electrical or plumbing systems, opening a business, or preparing a property for sale in Evergreen Park, Illinois, the Village of Evergreen Park Building Department is the local office you will normally deal with.
The important part is getting the process right before work begins. Evergreen Park has its own permit forms, locally adopted building codes, contractor licensing rules, plan requirements and inspection procedures. A permit or contractor registration from another Cook County community does not replace Evergreen Park approval.
| Office hours | Published hours |
|---|---|
| Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday | 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
| Wednesday | 8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. |
Official Building Department Official Permit Forms
What Work Requires an Evergreen Park Building Permit?
Evergreen Park’s current building permit package states that permits are required for an alteration, addition, repair or remodeling of a structure. The Village also publishes individual permit forms for many common residential and commercial projects.
| Project | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Home addition or structural remodel | Building permit, plans, current plat of survey and professional structural information where applicable. |
| Deck or porch | Separate deck/porch permit requirements, layout and framing information. |
| Detached garage | Garage permit application plus site and construction information. |
| Storage shed | Permit, survey, shed details and required inspections. |
| Fence | Fence permit and a survey/site layout showing the proposed location. |
| Electrical work | Electrical permit for applicable installations, service work and alterations. |
| Plumbing | Plumbing permit and licensed plumbing contractor documentation where required. |
| Heating / air conditioning | Mechanical permit for applicable HVAC work. |
| Pool | Village pool requirements must be reviewed before installation. |
| Sign or awning | Sign requirements apply in addition to zoning limitations. |
| Demolition | Village demolition permit plus additional environmental, utility and rodent-control documentation. |
| Dumpster or storage pod | Village publishes a specific storage pod/dumpster permit application. |
| Sewer / water work | Separate sewer and water utility permit forms are available. |
Official Evergreen Park Permit Forms
The Village currently publishes separate forms or requirement sheets for:
- Building permits
- Decks and porches
- Demolition
- Electrical work
- Fences
- Garages
- Mechanical / HVAC work
- Plumbing
- Pools
- Sewer and water utility work
- Signs
- Storage pods and dumpsters
- Storage sheds
- Utility construction and repairs
- Utility disconnects
Micro-step: open the Village Permits and Forms page → scroll to Building Permits → select the form matching your exact project → download and review the entire packet before filling it out.
How to Apply for an Evergreen Park Building Permit
Step 1: Define the complete scope of work
Write down everything being changed. Do not describe a kitchen renovation simply as “remodel.” Identify structural changes, walls, plumbing, electrical circuits, HVAC, windows, exterior work and other work that may require separate review.
Step 2: Check zoning before designing around a setback or use
For a garage, shed, addition, fence, deck, sign or change of use, verify that the proposed location and use comply with Evergreen Park zoning. This can prevent paying for plans that cannot be approved as drawn.
Step 3: Download the correct Village application
Use the official permit forms page. Some projects have their own requirement sheet, so using only the general building application may leave important documents out.
Step 4: Gather the survey, narrative and plans
The Village’s building permit package calls for a current plat of survey and a detailed description of the work. Structural work must be documented by an appropriately licensed architect or structural engineer where required.
Step 5: Make sure contractors are licensed locally
The Building Department states that general contractors and subcontractors must complete the required Village licensing process and receive a contractor license number before permits are issued.
Step 6: Submit required plans electronically
The current Village building permit package instructs applicants to submit plans in PDF format through plans.evpk.org. Prepare clean, readable files rather than photographs of plan pages.
Step 7: Wait for approval and permit issuance
Plan submission is not permission to build. Resolve any review comments, pay the assessed permit and related fees, and obtain the issued permit before regulated work starts.
Step 8: Request inspections at the required construction stages
Call the inspection number listed by the Building Department, 708-229-3333. Have the permit number, project address and inspection type ready.
What Should You Prepare Before Applying?
Exact requirements depend on the project, but Evergreen Park’s permit package identifies several items that commonly matter.
- Completed permit application
- Property address and owner information
- Property Index Number (PIN)
- Current plat of survey
- Typed description of the proposed work
- Estimated construction cost
- Building size and project square footage
- Architect, engineer and contractor information where applicable
- Architectural, structural and mechanical plans where required
- Professional seals and Illinois license information for regulated design work
- Contractor and subcontractor Village license numbers
- Sworn contractor statement showing total project cost when required
Evergreen Park Building Permit Fees
The current municipal code calculates the general building permit fee using project construction cost.
| Permit category | Published general rate |
|---|---|
| Single-family residential construction | 1.5% of total construction cost |
| All other structures | 2.5% of total construction cost |
| General minimum building permit fee | $100, subject to reduction by the Building Commissioner |
| Permit renewal after one year | 25% of original permit fee |
Electrical, plumbing, HVAC, plan review, inspection, bond and project-specific charges can be added separately. This is why multiplying the project cost by 1.5% or 2.5% does not always give the complete amount due.
Some Village project sheets also publish specialized minimums or calculations for individual permit types. Use the final amount assessed by the Building Department rather than assuming one general formula covers every project.
Commercial plan-review minimums in the municipal code
| Review / permit item | Published amount |
|---|---|
| Non-residential building plan review under 10,000 sq. ft. | $250 minimum |
| Non-residential building plan review 10,000 sq. ft. or more | $500 minimum |
| Non-residential plumbing plan review | $100 |
| Non-residential electrical plan review | $100 |
| Fire sprinkler / fire alarm plan review | $100 |
| Minimum plumbing permit under 10,000 sq. ft. | $250 |
| Minimum plumbing permit 10,000 sq. ft. or more | $500 |
| Minimum electrical permit under 10,000 sq. ft. | $250 |
| Minimum electrical permit 10,000 sq. ft. or more | $500 |
Evergreen Park Contractor Licensing
Hiring a contractor does not transfer the permit responsibility away from the project. Confirm that the contractor can legally work in Evergreen Park before relying on a bid or construction start date.
Village code currently lists an annual contractor license fee of $225 for a general contractor and $150 for other contractors. State-regulated trades must also maintain the applicable Illinois license. This includes, for example, plumbing and roofing contractors where state licensing applies.
The practical sequence is:
- Ask the contractor for the legal company name.
- Confirm the contractor is registered or licensed with Evergreen Park for the trade being performed.
- For state-regulated trades, verify the applicable Illinois credential.
- Make sure the same company appears on the permit paperwork.
- Do not allow construction to start before the permit is issued.
How Evergreen Park Building Inspections Work
Inspections happen during construction, not only after the entire project is complete. The exact inspection sequence depends on the permit.
Inspection phone: 708-229-3333.
When requesting an inspection, be ready with:
- Permit number
- Project address
- Type of inspection needed
- Contractor or owner name
- Callback number
- Confirmation that the work will be accessible to the inspector
Example: storage shed inspections
The Village’s shed requirements provide a useful example of the process. They call for a pre-pour inspection before the concrete pad is completed and a final inspection after the shed is finished.
Other projects can have more inspection stages, so use the issued permit and Building Department instructions as the project-specific inspection list.
Commercial Building Permits
Commercial permit submissions are more detailed than a simple residential repair application.
The Village states that commercial permit packages must include applicable:
- Architectural plans
- Civil plans
- Engineering plans
- Fire-protection plans
- Fire-alarm plans
- MWRD permit applications
- IDOT applications
- Original professional seals and signatures
A new commercial project must also have an approved Evergreen Park business license before plan review or approval takes place.
The Village further states that questions regarding commercial permits must be submitted in writing to the Building Commissioner by a licensed architect or engineer, and permit submittals from permit expediters are not accepted.
Opening a new business
A business license and a construction permit are separate issues. If a commercial tenant is remodeling a space, both processes may interact.
The Village business-license procedure says approved businesses must contact the Building Department at 708-229-3333 to arrange the required inspection before a business license can be issued and before the business opens.
Review the official Evergreen Park business licensing process.
Demolition Permit Requirements
Do not start demolition with only the general building application. Evergreen Park publishes a separate demolition permit form and its permit package identifies additional prerequisites.
- Obtain the applicable Cook County environmental/EPA approval before the Village demolition permit is issued.
- Obtain a letter from a professional exterminator certifying that the property is rodent-free.
- Complete the Village utility check-off.
- Confirm that utilities have been shut off and properly capped before demolition begins.
- Submit the Village demolition permit package and other required documents.
- Wait for the demolition permit before work starts.
Evergreen Park Building Codes in 2026
This is an area where old search results can create problems. Evergreen Park adopted newer code editions during 2026.
| Code area | Evergreen Park 2026 reference |
|---|---|
| Building | 2024 International Building Code, with local amendments |
| One- and two-family residential | 2024 International Residential Code, with local amendments |
| Mechanical | 2024 International Mechanical Code |
| Property maintenance | 2024 International Property Maintenance Code, with local amendments |
| Plumbing | Illinois Plumbing Code, with applicable Village provisions |
| Electrical | Chicago Electrical Code as adopted by the Village |
| Fire | 2024 International Fire Code, with local amendments |
| Energy | Illinois Energy Conservation Code |
Open the current Evergreen Park municipal code.
Local rules worth knowing before design starts
- For applicable residential work, Evergreen Park requires poured-concrete foundations and foundation walls under its local IRC amendments.
- Replacement roofing must match the existing roof in quality, color and size so the roof has a uniform appearance.
- Residential crawl spaces have Village-specific requirements.
- Private sewage-disposal systems are prohibited under the adopted local building provisions.
- The Village uses the Chicago Electrical Code for electrical installation and maintenance.
How Long Is an Evergreen Park Building Permit Valid?
The municipal code states that a building permit is valid for one year. After one year, a renewal fee equal to 25% of the original permit fee applies, subject to the code’s provisions for large projects.
The current permit package also instructs applicants that the project should start within six months after permit issuance and be completed within 12 months.
Another important rule: once approved plans are on file, do not make material changes in the field without approval. The Village permit package says plan changes must be submitted to the Building Commissioner and may change the permit cost.
Buying, Selling or Renting Property in Evergreen Park
The Building Department also has a role in property transfers and rental housing.
Residential property sale
The Village publishes a Property Closing Packet and a Rental Property / Point of Sale Pre-Inspection Checklist. The inspection process checks building, housing, property-maintenance and zoning compliance.
The municipal code currently lists the certificate-of-building-inspection fee as:
- $50 per residential dwelling unit
- $100 per 15,000 square feet, or portion thereof, for non-residential property
The code states that the Building Department issues the certificate within 14 days after it gains access to the property and the applicable fee has been paid. Deficiencies found during the inspection are listed on the certificate.
Rental housing
Residential rental housing must have a current inspection certificate under the Village rental-housing rules. The certificate is generally valid for 12 months while ownership remains unchanged.
The annual rental inspection is included in the applicable rental license fee. The current municipal code lists an additional reinspection charge of $50 per inspection.
The Village’s current pre-inspection checklist covers practical items such as exterior maintenance, roofs, gutters, windows, doors, railings, stairs, decks, garage conditions, electrical safety and other property-maintenance items.
Find the current closing, rental and inspection forms on the official forms page.
Zoning Questions, Setbacks and Property Use
A building permit does not override zoning. Before designing an addition, garage, shed, deck, fence, sign, new business use or other site improvement, determine whether the project complies with the Evergreen Park Zoning Code.
The current zoning districts include single-family residential, multi-family residential, commercial, cemetery and open-space/recreation classifications.
If a project requires zoning relief, the Village publishes a Zoning Board application package and 2026 meeting schedule.
Micro-step: open the official Zoning Board page → download the zoning application package → review the required hearing materials → contact the Zoning/Permit Coordinator at 708-229-3335 before assuming a variance or special-use request will be approved.
Evergreen Park vs. Cook County: Which Office Issues Your Permit?
Evergreen Park is an incorporated Cook County municipality, so a property located inside the Village normally follows Evergreen Park’s local building-permit process rather than the unincorporated Cook County Building and Zoning process.
If the property address is outside Evergreen Park and you are unsure whether it is in an unincorporated area, see our Cook County building permit and inspection guide.
Do not use a nearby municipality’s process simply because the contractor regularly works there. For comparison, Cicero has its own Building Department, while Arlington Heights uses a separate permit system. A property inside Chicago follows the City of Chicago system, including its own permit and inspection records tools.
Before You Submit: Simple Permit Checklist
- Confirm the property is inside Evergreen Park.
- Define every part of the project.
- Check zoning and setbacks before finalizing plans.
- Download the exact Village permit form for the project.
- Prepare a current plat of survey where required.
- Prepare a typed scope of work.
- Include professionally prepared plans when required.
- Confirm all contractors have required Evergreen Park credentials.
- Include state licenses for regulated trades.
- Submit applicable plans as readable PDFs.
- Resolve plan-review comments before starting.
- Pay the assessed fees and obtain the issued permit.
- Schedule each required inspection before work is concealed.
- Obtain final approval before treating the project as complete.
Evergreen Park Building Department FAQs
1. Where is the Evergreen Park Building Department?
The Building Department operates from the Village of Evergreen Park Administration Building at 9418 S. Kedzie Avenue, Evergreen Park, IL 60805.
2. What is the Evergreen Park Building Department phone number?
For building permit and zoning coordination, call 708-229-3335. The current Village permit package lists 708-229-3333 for building inspections.
3. Do I need a permit to remodel a house in Evergreen Park?
Usually yes for regulated alteration, addition, repair or remodeling work. The Village permit package specifically states that permits are required for alterations, additions, repairs and remodels of structures. Confirm the exact scope before starting.
4. How do I submit building plans in Evergreen Park?
The current Building Department permit package directs applicants to submit plans as PDFs through plans.evpk.org. Use the appropriate Village application and include the survey, scope and professional plans required for your project.
5. How much is an Evergreen Park building permit?
The municipal code generally lists a permit fee of 1.5% of construction cost for single-family residential work and 2.5% for other structures, with a general $100 minimum subject to reduction by the Building Commissioner. Trade, inspection, review and bond charges may be additional.
6. Does my contractor need an Evergreen Park license?
Yes, where Village contractor licensing applies. The Building Department says general contractors and subcontractors must complete the appropriate licensing process before permits are issued. State-regulated trades must also maintain the required Illinois license.
7. How do I schedule an inspection in Evergreen Park?
Call 708-229-3333 and provide the permit number, property address and required inspection type. Schedule required inspections before work is covered or the project moves beyond an inspection stage.
8. What building codes does Evergreen Park use in 2026?
The Village currently uses the 2024 International Building Code, 2024 International Residential Code, 2024 International Mechanical Code, 2024 International Fire Code and 2024 International Property Maintenance Code with local amendments, along with the Illinois Plumbing Code, Chicago Electrical Code and Illinois energy requirements as locally adopted.
9. Can I start work while my building permit is under review?
No. An application or uploaded plan set is not an issued permit. Evergreen Park’s residential code amendments also provide an additional $50-per-day fee for beginning work without the necessary permit.
10. Does Evergreen Park require inspections when a property is sold or rented?
Yes, applicable property-sale and rental processes involve Building Department inspections. The Village publishes a property-closing packet, point-of-sale pre-inspection checklist and residential rental registration documents. Rental housing is also subject to an annual inspection-certificate process.
Final Step Before Starting Work
For most projects, the safest order is straightforward: determine the exact scope, check zoning, select the correct permit form, prepare the survey and plans, confirm contractor licensing, submit the package, obtain approval, pay the assessed charges and then schedule inspections as work progresses.
Use the official Evergreen Park permit page for the current form you actually need and contact the Building Department at 708-229-3335 when a project-specific requirement is unclear.
Information reviewed for 2026. Permit forms, staff, fees and administrative procedures can change. The Village of Evergreen Park and legally applicable codes control final permit, zoning and inspection decisions.