Do I need a Building Permit?

Yes, permits are required for most projects completed in the Village. It is important to note that Building Permits are required for the following:

  • Additions
  • Decks
  • Fences
  • Furnace and or Air Conditioning Install or Replacement
  • Garages
  • Generators
  • Gutters
  • New Construction
  • Pools
  • Porches
  • Remodeling
  • Roofs
  • Sheds
  • Siding
  • Sprinkling Systems
  • Water Heater Replacement


The list of items shown requiring a building permit may not contain all items and the Building Department should always be contacted first prior to starting any project to inquire about permits. For more information, visit the Building Department page or call 708-354-0225.

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1. During what hours is the Village Hall open?
2. Do I need a Building Permit?
3. How do I register to vote?
4. How do I find my polling place?
5. How do I find out who my Legislators are?
6. When do I need to purchase my new vehicle sticker?
7. Where do I apply for a dog license?
8. How do I dispose of a TV or other hazardous materials?
9. When is the Village's Annual Trash Day?
10. Does the Village offer free brush and leaf waste services?
11. Are Storage PODS allowed in the Village, and if so, is there a time limit?
12. Does the Village allow garage sales?
13. Does La Grange Park require Transfer Stamps?
14. Does the Village have a guide to Village services and regulations?
15. How can I stay connected with what is happening with the Village?
16. When is the next Village Board meeting?
17. Why are the plows scraping the pavement to the point you see white marks and will the scraping cause the streets to wear out prematurely?