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Permits
Building permit applications and submittals must comply with Village building codes, which are established to provide safeguards for the public’s health and welfare. Village Staff also conducts various inspections as part of its permit review and approval process, and code enforcement. Many Village forms and license applications that you need, whether remodeling your home, working on a commercial property, needing a business license or planning a community event, can be found in the searchable document center at the bottom of this page. Just enter a search and fill in or download what you need.
Getting Started With Your Permit
The Village of Arlington Heights' online permit platform allows users the ability to apply for and check on the status of permits online. When checking on the status of a permit from Building & Life Safety, your permit application and PIN are required.
Scheduling inspections online will be available soon. Inspections are mandatory while work is in progress to ensure that construction complies with approved plans and code regulations. The inspections required for your project are listed on your permit placard. Inspections must be scheduled with the Building & Life Safety Department at least 24 hours in advance and 48 hours for final inspections. Please schedule your inspections at 847.368.5560.
Step-by-Step Process for Online Permitting
Select Permit
Enter Permit Application Number and PIN number (The numbers are provided to the applicant at the time of permit submittal.)
Status detail – General information. This is for the purpose of verifying application status. This selection will show various stages of review for permits, such as in plan check, approved, issued. “Issued”, as used here, indicates the application has been processed. Do not assume that permits are ready for pick up by reviewing this screen. The permit applicant will be notified by phone when the permit is ready to be picked up for work to begin.
View application fees
This screen will show what fees are due and what fees have been paid. Additional fees may be added once all reviews are completed, and application is approved. Please note that for now, payments cannot be made online.
Permit Status
Click on appropriate permit such as building, electrical, and plumbing. This screen shows the general information on the permit. The information is for internal processing. The permit is released after all required departments have approved the submitted documents.
Inspection Status
Click on appropriate permit to check scheduled inspections, date scheduled, status of inspection (approved, disapproved, etc.) and the date of inspection results.
Plan Tracking Status
This screen shows the status of reviews to date, as well as the results of the plan review by the various departments. On this screen click on the appropriate agency, then click on the action history for any plan review comments, notes etc. If there is a rejection by any agency, please wait until all reviews from all other departments are completed before you submit revisions; this simplifies reviews and speeds up the process.
Schedule/Cancel Inspection
This feature will be available at a later date.
Email Us
If you have questions regarding information viewed on this site you can e-mail [email protected]. Please do not schedule an inspection through email. Please search "Building" in the Staff Directory to find our Village inspectors, or search by their name. Thank you, we look forward to assisting you.
Scheduling inspections online will be available soon. Inspections are mandatory while work is in progress to ensure that construction complies with approved plans and code regulations. The inspections required for your project are listed on your permit placard. Inspections must be scheduled with the Building & Life Safety Department at least 24 hours in advance and 48 hours for final inspections. Please schedule your inspections at 847.368.5560.
Step-by-Step Process for Online Permitting
Select Permit
Enter Permit Application Number and PIN number (The numbers are provided to the applicant at the time of permit submittal.)
Status detail – General information. This is for the purpose of verifying application status. This selection will show various stages of review for permits, such as in plan check, approved, issued. “Issued”, as used here, indicates the application has been processed. Do not assume that permits are ready for pick up by reviewing this screen. The permit applicant will be notified by phone when the permit is ready to be picked up for work to begin.
View application fees
This screen will show what fees are due and what fees have been paid. Additional fees may be added once all reviews are completed, and application is approved. Please note that for now, payments cannot be made online.
Permit Status
Click on appropriate permit such as building, electrical, and plumbing. This screen shows the general information on the permit. The information is for internal processing. The permit is released after all required departments have approved the submitted documents.
Inspection Status
Click on appropriate permit to check scheduled inspections, date scheduled, status of inspection (approved, disapproved, etc.) and the date of inspection results.
Plan Tracking Status
This screen shows the status of reviews to date, as well as the results of the plan review by the various departments. On this screen click on the appropriate agency, then click on the action history for any plan review comments, notes etc. If there is a rejection by any agency, please wait until all reviews from all other departments are completed before you submit revisions; this simplifies reviews and speeds up the process.
Schedule/Cancel Inspection
This feature will be available at a later date.
Email Us
If you have questions regarding information viewed on this site you can e-mail [email protected]. Please do not schedule an inspection through email. Please search "Building" in the Staff Directory to find our Village inspectors, or search by their name. Thank you, we look forward to assisting you.
We're here to help! Whether you are remodeling a home or business, building a commercial building, starting a business, or planning a community event we want to make the paper process as easy and seamless as possible. We'll first start by telling you which Village Department can help you with your projects...
Building & Life Safety Department
The Building & Life Safety Department receives all applications for permits pertaining to private property, single and multi-family residences, commercial and business properties. They route information to respective Village Departments for approval, and issue permits that comply with the Municipal Code.
They also schedule all inspections, approves all revisions and addendums to drawings and coordinates all final inspections and occupancy requirements. The Department collects fees that enable the enforcement of all construction related codes and code inspections, which enhances the safety and quality of life for all who live in or visit Arlington Heights. The Village’s Building & Life Safety Department is here to help with your questions and you can reach them at 847.368.5560, or email at [email protected].
Engineering Department
The Engineering Department assists residents and developers with driveway projects, grading of backyards, road and sidewalk projects, new developments, detention needs, bike paths and requests for traffic signage for stop signs, speed limits, etc. Engineering and Public Works both assist with flooding concerns. The Engineering Department can help you on these types of projects, so do not hesitate to call them at 847.368.5250 or email them at [email protected].
Planning & Community Development Department
The Planning & Community Development Department assists residents, businesses and developers with applications and reviews for design, zoning and Plan Commission projects pertaining to single-family and commercial projects, sign variations, rezoning, land use variations, special uses and subdivisions. The Village's Planning & Community Development Department is here to assist you at 847.368.5200 or email them at [email protected].
Integrated Services Department (ISD)
Planning a community for your organization? First of all, thank you for adding an event for our community to enjoy! If your event involves using Village streets, public property, providing food to the public or selling alcohol, ISD can assist you. Contact the Village Manager's Office at 847.368.5100 or email [email protected]. Look for the forms you need in the Community Events folder in the document container above.
Building & Life Safety Department
The Building & Life Safety Department receives all applications for permits pertaining to private property, single and multi-family residences, commercial and business properties. They route information to respective Village Departments for approval, and issue permits that comply with the Municipal Code.
They also schedule all inspections, approves all revisions and addendums to drawings and coordinates all final inspections and occupancy requirements. The Department collects fees that enable the enforcement of all construction related codes and code inspections, which enhances the safety and quality of life for all who live in or visit Arlington Heights. The Village’s Building & Life Safety Department is here to help with your questions and you can reach them at 847.368.5560, or email at [email protected].
Engineering Department
The Engineering Department assists residents and developers with driveway projects, grading of backyards, road and sidewalk projects, new developments, detention needs, bike paths and requests for traffic signage for stop signs, speed limits, etc. Engineering and Public Works both assist with flooding concerns. The Engineering Department can help you on these types of projects, so do not hesitate to call them at 847.368.5250 or email them at [email protected].
Planning & Community Development Department
The Planning & Community Development Department assists residents, businesses and developers with applications and reviews for design, zoning and Plan Commission projects pertaining to single-family and commercial projects, sign variations, rezoning, land use variations, special uses and subdivisions. The Village's Planning & Community Development Department is here to assist you at 847.368.5200 or email them at [email protected].
Integrated Services Department (ISD)
Planning a community for your organization? First of all, thank you for adding an event for our community to enjoy! If your event involves using Village streets, public property, providing food to the public or selling alcohol, ISD can assist you. Contact the Village Manager's Office at 847.368.5100 or email [email protected]. Look for the forms you need in the Community Events folder in the document container above.
Block Party Information
Block Parties are managed by Public Works, at 847.368.5800. To host a block party in your neighborhood, you will need to fill out a Block Party Request form, available on our Block Party page. We want you to have a fun, safe and successful block party!
Garage Sale Information
Are you interested in hosting a Garage Sale? The Village does not require a permit. Our policy is that only 3 garage sales may be hosted on the same premise within a calendar year. Hours 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day and may not last more than 3 consecutive days.
Community Event Permit
If you are interested in hosting a community event (run, walk, carnival, concert, festival, etc.) please see our Community Event Form.
Block Parties are managed by Public Works, at 847.368.5800. To host a block party in your neighborhood, you will need to fill out a Block Party Request form, available on our Block Party page. We want you to have a fun, safe and successful block party!
Garage Sale Information
Are you interested in hosting a Garage Sale? The Village does not require a permit. Our policy is that only 3 garage sales may be hosted on the same premise within a calendar year. Hours 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day and may not last more than 3 consecutive days.
Community Event Permit
If you are interested in hosting a community event (run, walk, carnival, concert, festival, etc.) please see our Community Event Form.
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