Party city gurnee application
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Building Permits
Some of the permits below may have an associated fee. Please check the Fee Schedule for a comprehensive listing of all fees.
There are two primary forms of Building Permit Applications:
- Long-Form (for major construction projects, including new buildings, additions, and garages)
- Short-Form (for everything else, including air conditioners, fences, and bathroom/kitchen remodels)
Additionally, you can complete some permits online by visiting our OneStop Online Permitting Application.
Make sure to read the Construction Document Submittal Info before submitting your building permit applications.
If you need a plat of survey, please submit a FOIA request here.
Building Permits
- Include a copy of the proposal
- Download the Building Application Short Form
Include a list of all pertinent contractors.
Include layout of entire basement showing location of stairs, existing windows, furnace and mechanicals, location of electrical (show outlets and switches, supplies and returns for HVAC, and any new walls and doors, and plumbing.)
Layout of bath existing and proposed. Include layout of entire bath showing location of electrical outlets and switches, toilets, sink and shower/tub.
Include a list of all pertinent contractors.
Two (2) sets of complete plans (include riser and railing details)
Provide layout of space. If changes are being made, include all pertinent information.
Include copy of Plat of Survey. Draw in placement of deck or patio with dimensions.
Sign and submit deck requirements sheet.
Include a plan that shows deck construction.
Include description of proposed demolition, site plan or aerial of structure(s) being removed, and contractor information.
Provide a copy of the contract with contractor performing said work, detailing door sizes, and locations. If you are doing the work yourself, then provide a copy of the order giving this information.
For residential properties, the maximum permitted U-factor for windows, doors, sidelights and patio doors is 0.30.
Include a copy of Plat of Survey. Highlight the location of the fence.
Verify that you have completed all Zoning Ordinance Requirements. Please review requirements.
Submit a copy of the proposal with specifications from the contractor.
Copy of proposal
Include a copy of Plat of Survey. Indicate where the garage is to be located.
Include a plan/drawing of the structure, indicating foundation and framing of structure.
Two (2) sets of complete plans.
Include a copy of Plat of Survey. Indicate where the gazebo is to be located.
If gazebo is detached, submit a drawing showing foundation, framing, etc. If gazebo is attached (even by a deck), Illinois Architecture stamped plans must be submitted depicting construction.
Include copy of Plat of Survey, showing placement of generator.
Include Proposal from Contractor
- Submit a copy of your Plat of Survey indicating:
--Location of the proposed pool
--Distance from pool to adjacent lot lines, house, and easements
- Include proposal from contractor
- Download Hot Tub Requirements
- Include the layout of both the existing and proposed kitchen
- Include layout of entire kitchen showing location of electrical outlets and switches.
- Include a list of all pertinent contractors and proposals.
- Include two (2) sets of complete plans.
- Download the Kitchen Remodel Requirements
- Include a copy of Plat of Survey
- Include proposal from contractor
- Download the Lawn Irrigation Requirements
For New Businesses or Change of Ownership:
- Provide a layout of space.
- Gurnee Mills tenants also need copy of lease and location map.
- Download the Building Application Short Form
- Include a copy of Plat of Survey. Draw in the placement of the patio with dimensions.
- Include Proposal from contractor.
- Download the Deck-Patio Requirements
- Download the Building Application Short Form
- Include a copy of the Plat of Survey, showing pergola size & placement
- Include a copy of the Proposal from the contractor
- Download the Detached Accessory Requirements
- Include a copy of the proposal from the contractor.
- NOTE: Not more than one layer of asphalt or fiberglass shingles shall be applied over an existing asphalt or fiberglass shingle roof; asphalt or fiberglass shingles shall not be applied over existing wood shingles or shakes. No second layer of wood shingles or shakes is permitted. Asbestos – cement shingles are prohibited.
- Download the Building Application Short Form
- Include a copy of Plat of Survey. Indicate where the shed is to be located.
- Include a plan/drawing of the structure, indicating foundation and framing of structure.
- Download the Detached Accessory Requirements
- Include a copy of the proposal from the contractor
- Download the Building Application Short Form
- Submit a copy of your Plat of Survey indicating:
--Location of the proposed pool
--Distance from pool to adjacent lot lines, house, and easements
- Download Pool Requirements
- Include a copy of the proposal and written letter of intent from licensed plumber
- Download the Building Application Short Form
- Provide a copy of the contract with contractor performing said work, detailing window styles, sizes, and locations, and including energy (U-factor) ratings for each window or window style. If you are doing the work yourself, then provide a copy of the order giving this information.
- For residential properties, the maximum permitted U-factor for windows, doors, sidelights and patio doors is 0.30.
- For commercial properties, the maximum permitted U-Factor is 0.38 for fixed fenestration, 0.45 for operable fenestration, and 0.77 for entrance doors.
- Download the Building Application Short Form
- Provide a copy of the contract
- Provide a copy of Plat of Survey showing proposed width and length
- Driveway Permit Application