The City of Byron requires that a building permit be obtained before starting any construction project. Common items that require a building permit are:
- New Construction
- Building additions
- Conversion of attic or basement to a habitable space such as a bedroom
- Conversion of a single family home to multiple dwelling units
- Pools or Hot Tubs
- Decks and Patios
- Electric Service/Service Upgrades ComEd Red Book: Guide to Installing or Revising your Residential Electrical Service
- Fences
- Demolition of buildings including garages
- Garages
- Remodeling with structural changes
- Replacement of doors or windows when the size of the opening is changed
- Re-Roofing
- Sheds or outbuildings
- Solar panel Installation
Building permits may be obtained at Byron City Hall, 232 W. Second Street or on this website under Building Permit Applications. The office is open Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. For specific information, call Building Inspector Casper Manheim at 815-440-2146buildingandzoning [at] byronil.net (.)
The following information is needed to apply for a building permit:
- A completed building permit application form, including a declaration of the value of the project. Application forms are available at City Hall, or on this website under Building Permit Applications.
- A set of plans showing enough detail and accurate dimensions such that a tradesperson could construct the project without additional information.
- An up-to-day survey or lot drawing showing where the project will be located. You will need a survey or site plan if your project is going to be outside the footprint of your home. Examples would include a deck, garage, bay window, roof overhang, or shed. Dimensions from existing and proposed structures to adjacent lot lines will also be needed for zoning purposes.