Building Department

Responsibilities

The Building Department is here to assist residents, business owners and contractors with questions they may have regarding building codes, permits and the process to obtain a permit.  Contractors are required to register and will need to provide their documents to the Building Department to complete that registration.  All permits require inspections and should be scheduled directly with the Building Department. 

Please contact the Building Department at 708-301-1301 or email buildingdepartment@homerglenil.org with questions concerning a project.  

Effective May 1, 2025 the Village of Homer Glen will be adopting and enforcing the following Building Codes:

• 2024 International Building Code
• 2024 International Residential Code
• 2024 International Fire Code
• 2024 Property Maintenance Code
• 2024 Energy Conservation  Code with Illinois Amendments
• 2023 National Electrical Code
• Current Plumbing Code as adopted by the State of Illinois
• 2024 IMC, Fuel Gas, and Pool & Spa codes are also in effect

Other updates effective May 1, 2025 also include: Permits are no longer needed for HVAC system replacements. Permit fees for swimming pools have been adjusted. 

Contact the Building Department at 708-301-1301 for further details or if you have any questions on the upcoming changes.