What if my neighbor is doing construction, and I don’t think they have a permit?
When a building permit is issued, the contractor and the homeowner are informed they need to display the building permit in the home’s front window, on the construction fencing, or someplace visible from the street. The building permit is a yellow card that states “Building Permit” and contains the address, permit number and date of issue. The permit is good for one year from the date of issue. If you believe someone is working without a permit, you can call the Building Department at 847-719-7484 to report it and an inspector look into the situation. Please keep in mind that no permit is needed for cosmetic work.

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1. How do I obtain plans for my house?
2. What if there is construction happening in my neighborhood and I have questions and concerns?
3. What if my neighbor is doing construction, and I don’t think they have a permit?
4. What if I need a dumpster?
5. What is the right-of-way?
6. Where can residential open house and for sale signs be placed and when are they allowed?
7. Where can political signs be placed and when are they allowed?
8. Can I install a free little library on my property?