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Permits, construction & property
Start with your project, gather the right documents, apply, and know when to schedule an inspection.
What are you building?
Home projectResidential guides and application ↓Business or commercial projectCommercial process ↓Contractor registrationRegister online ↓Schedule an inspectionCall 630-293-2200
or email cd@westchicago.org
or email cd@westchicago.org
The permit process
- ApplySubmit the application and project documents.
- City reviewStaff reviews plans and identifies corrections.
- Permit issuedReceive approval before starting regulated work.
- BuildKeep the approved permit and plans available.
- InspectionSchedule required and final inspections.
Residential
Find your project guide
Apply for a residential permit ↗Commercial
Commercial permits
Review the commercial guidelines, prepare plans and supporting documents, then submit the official application. A certificate of occupancy may be required before use.
Project guidelines
Download guidelines (PDF) ↗Application
Download application (PDF) ↗Payment
Open commercial permit payment ↗Certificate of occupancy
Apply online ↗For contractors
Contractor registration
Register before performing work that requires City contractor registration.
Register a contractor ↗Inspections and questions
Contact the Building Division
Before you apply
Confirm whether the project needs a permit and which supporting documents apply.
Schedule an inspection
Call 630-293-2200 or email cd@westchicago.org to arrange required inspections.
Codes and ordinances
Review adopted codes, local amendments and FAQs before construction.
View codes ↗