INSPECTIONS ARE SCHEDULED
MONDAY - FRIDAY FROM 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
If you need an inspection please contact our Building Department, 24 hours notice is required.
The Building Department is located at the Village Hall.
Phone: (815) 455-0920
Email: [email protected]
Building Department Information
Permits
Any change to the exterior of a home including a room addition, screen porch, attached or detached garage, patio or wood deck requires a permit. Other improvements, including a storage shed, fence, swimming pool or hot tub also requires a permit. Approval from your Subdivision Association and the Village of Prairie Grove Architectural Review Commission is also required for this type of improvement. The Architectural Review Commission meets every month on Saturday mornings at the Village Hall (click here for schedule). All permits shall be submitted to the Building Department for review and approval prior to the start of construction or installation. Permits are also required for other projects and home improvements, including interior remodeling, finished basements, fireplaces, driveways, lawn irrigation systems and more. Some permits may take 2 to 3 weeks for processing so please plan ahead. If you have any questions regarding permit requirements, please call or e-mail the Building Department. Permit Packets and handouts are also available at the Building Department for your convenience!!!
Construction Hours
- Monday - Saturday 7am – 8pm
Sundays and Legal Holidays 9am – 6pm - ** Same for machinery **