The Village of Glenview

Development Center/Building Permits


The Development Center is located at the front counter within the Community Development Department. The Development Center is the first point of customer contact for all Community Development-related services. Our goal is to create a welcoming environment by effectively and efficiently providing the highest level of customer service through increased access to staff, establishment of clear expectations, and simplifying development processes. 

The Development Center staff will respond to walk-in, email, and phone inquiries related to planning, engineering, building permits, inspections, capital project improvements, and complaints. Customers will also be able to submit permit applications, have simple permits issued over-the-counter, obtain a small/medium sized permit through our same day review (SDR) process, submit large sized permits through the traditional plan review process, schedule building and engineering inspections, and/or receive technical and administrative assistance. For specific engineering resources including utility maps, Village standards, benchmarks, and floodplain information, click here.



Permitted Construction Hours

  • Weekdays 7 a.m. to  7 p.m.
  • Saturdays 9 a.m. to  6 p.m.
  • Sundays 9 a.m. to  5 p.m.
  • Holidays (as designated by the State) 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Attention Inspection Scheduling in Effect ​                                                             January 1st, 2024 through April 5th, 2024                                                                       Building inspections                                                                                         Monday, Wednesday, Friday 7:30am to 3:30 pm​
   Plumbing/Concrete inspections
 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 7:30am to 11:30am

NEW - Construction Codes and Amendments effective Jan. 1, 2024
SINGLE FAMILY CONSTRUCTION CODES

    1. International Residential Code, 2021 Edition as adopted and amended by Ordinance 6589, December 5, 2023.
    2. Illinois State Plumbing Code (77 Ill. Adm. Code 980), current edition as adopted and amended by Ordinance 5928, August 18, 2015.
    3. National Electrical Code, 2020 Edition as adopted and amended by Ordinance 6590, December 5, 2023.
    4. International Energy Conservation Code, 2021 edition with State of Illinois amendments and adopted by Ordinance 6589, December 5, 2023.​
    5. Glenview Pool and Spa Code

MULTI-FAMILY AND COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION CODE


    1. ​International Building Code, 2021 Edition, as adopted and amended by Ordinance 6589, December 5, 2023.
    2. International Fire Code, 2021 Edition, as adopted and amended by Ordinance 6589, December 5, 2023.
    3. Illinois State Plumbing Code (77 Ill. Adm. Code 980), current edition as adopted and amended by Ordinance 5928, August 18, 2015.
    4. ​National Electrical Code, 20120 Edition as adopted and amended by Ordinance 6590, December 5, 2023.
    5. ​International Mechanical Code, 2021 Edition as adopted and amended by Ordinance 6589, December 5, 2023.
    6. International Energy Conservation Code, 2021 edition with State of Illinois amendments and adopted by Ordinance 6589, December 5, 2023
    7. Glenview Pool and Spa Code

Code Amendments ​

When is a permit required?

Permit fee discounts

For building permit applications filed between December 1 and February 28 each year, the Village of Glenview will extend a 25-percent discount on associated building and plan review permit fees for single-family home improvement projects including room additions, interior remodeling, and accessory uses to single-family dwellings including but not limited to detached garages, sheds, decks, fences, swimming pools, gazebos, and concrete and asphalt flatwork.

How do I apply for a Building Permit?

Building Commission Past Agendas

The Building Commission does no meet on a regular basis. For questions regarding meetings or updates, contact Joe Footlik, Inspectional Services Manager, at (847) 904-4323.

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Over-the-counter permits/Same Day Reviews 

Same Day Review (SDR) plan review services are available to residents, developers, builders, and property owners from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.  Monday through Friday (excluding holidays) when requested .  If same day review is not requested, the standard review time is 5 working days for the permit types listed below. 


SDR are available when requested for the following permit types:
Building Interior Building Exterior Other Structures Yard Exterior Underground
Minor Remodeling Single-Family Additions Detached Garages Driveways Sewer Repairs
Interior Demolition Foundation Repairs Sheds Residential Fences Yard Drains
HVAC Roofing Decks Commercial Fences Electrical Services
Plumbing Siding Pergolas / Arbors Pet Runs Water Service Repairs
Drywall A/C Units Gazebos Patios Drain Tile
Vehicle Charger Stoops / Stairs Swimming Pools Sidewalks Rain Gardens
Fire Damage Repairs Downspouts / Sump Discharge Pool Removal Generators Lawn Sprinklers
Fireplaces Fire Damage Repairs Parking Lot Repairs Outdoor Kitchen
RPZs Sunrooms Tree Houses Sports Courts
Slab Replacement Porches Guesthouses Fire Pits  

Traditional permits

Numerous permit types may be too complex or may require review and approval from local commissions prior to permit issuance. Initial traditional permit reviews are typically available within two weeks and are required for the following permit types:

Single-Family Residential Commercial Multi-Family Residential Other
New Single-Family Residence New Commercial Building New Multi-Family Building Wireless Telecommunications
Single-Family Addition(s) Commercial Addition(s) Multi-Family Addition(s) Small Cell Facility
Pre-Application Site Analysis Commercial Remodeling Multi-Family Remodeling Utility Permits
Demolition Demolition Demolition New Water Service
Foundation Only Foundation Only Foundation Only Tree Removal
Elevators Elevators Elevators Construction Trailers

Third-party plan reviews

Several permit types require specialized review by third-party professionals prior to permit issuance. The following permit types should be submitted directly to Fire Safety Consultants, Inc. (FSCI), 242​0 Alft Lane, Elgin, IL 60124. Call (847) 697-1300.

Fire Alarm Systems Fire Sprinkler Systems Commercial Hoods / Ducts Ansul Systems (Wet or Dry Chemicals)

Online permits

It may be more convenient to apply for any permit remotely. Online applications can be remitted 24/7 via the Village's ePermits website tools.

E-Permits Logo
Apply Online
Submit Digital Plans
Check Permit Status
Pay Permit Fee(s)

Inspection information

After issuance of your permit, various inspections may be required. To review required inspections for your permits, see the following resources:

Inspections can be scheduled 24 hours or more in advance by contacting the Development Center Inspections at (847) 904-4320.

  • "A.M" inspections are performed Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday between 7:30 a.m. and 12 noon.
  • "P.M." inspections are performed Monday, Wednesday,​ and Friday between 12 noon and 3:30 p.m.  

Development Center and Plan Reviewer Contacts

General Inquiries

Rebecca Battaglia​ ​Permit Technician ​(847) 904-4330 permits@glenview.il.us
Sherry Goldstein ​Administrative Clerk ​(847) 904-4330

permits@glenview.il.us

​Ola Kurzatkowski Administrative​ Clerk
​(847) 904-4330 permits@glenview.il.us
​Diana Harr

​Administrative Clerk
​847-904-4330
​permits@glenview.il.us 



Building and Zoning Code Plan Reviewers
Chris Gray
​Development Center Manager
​(847) 904-4325
chrisg@glenview.il.us ​
Arnold Ibardaloza
Plan Examiner
​(847) 904-4239

aibardaloza@glenview.il.us 

Jeff Whiteman
Plan Examiner
​(847) 904-4423
jwhiteman@glenview.il.us

Engineering Plan Reviewers

Tim Horn
​Engineering Plan Reviewer​
​(847) 904-4334
thorn@glenview.il.us
Dayna Adamczyk
​Engineering Plan Reviewer
​(847) 904-4329
dadamczyk@glenview.il.us
Izabela Shterev
​Engineering Plan Reviewer
​(847) 904-4327
ishterev@glenview.il.us 

Vacant Property

The Village considers buildings to be vacant if they remain boarded or in a state of deterioration for more than six months and/or no longer have a current property listing contract. As such, they are detrimental to public health and safety, contribute to the decrease in value of surrounding properties, precipitate disinvestment by neighboring owners, provide a location for criminal activity and undermine the aesthetic character of the neighborhood and the Village.

 

It is the obligation of the owner of a vacant property, per Village ordinance, to register the property and to implement a maintenance plan. The form below must be filled out and a $200 application fee paid.

Engineering Resources

Resources for Village Engineering can be found on the Engineering Resources page.​