Village of Glenview | Permitting & Licensing

Roof

For roofing, reroofing, tear-off and roof replacement.

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Addition

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New Building

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Demolition

For demolition of existing structures.

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Remodel/Renovation

For all interior construction/renovation work which extends beyond painting, flooring, trim, shelving/cabinets, or replacement of existing windows and doors within the same rough opening.

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Fence

A freestanding barrier device constructed of metal, masonry, composition or wood, or any combination thereof, and designed for exclusion, confinement or screening, provided such device shall not be electrically charged and, except with respect to restricted areas of public utilities and potentially dangerous installations or enclosures protecting livestock, barbed wire shall not be used in or adjacent to any residential district.

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Demolition - Interior

For all interior load bearing or non-load bearing demolition work.

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Swimming Pool

Indoor or outdoor, above ground or in-ground, permanent or temporary pool of water used for water sports, recreation, therapy or other related activities.

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Electrical

For modification of, installation or, new or relocation of or temporary electrical work including but not limited to services, receptacles, lighting and smoke detectors.

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Mechanical/HVAC

For modification of, installation of, new or relocation of HVAC work including but not limited to furnaces, air conditioning units, boiler work, radiant heat, and new garage heater.

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Asphalt/Concrete/Pavers

A permit is required for replacement of existing areas of pavement in-kind and any new flatwork comprised of asphalt, concrete, brick pavers, or similar materials other than loose gravel or crushed limestone.

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Plumbing/Sewer

For modification of, installation of, new or relocation of plumbing work including but not limited to services, plumbing pipes, drains, plumbing fixtures, or vents.

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Siding

For all exterior siding including but not limited to, EFIS, stucco, brick veneer and similar exterior covering products.

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Preliminary Design Review

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Final Design Review

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Deck

A wood structure designed for recreational use.

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Drywall

For replacement of drywall.

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Preliminary Site Plan Review

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Shed

A detached structure that is incidental to the primary use and is used for storage. Shed is limited to 12 feet in height and square footage is limited based on the parcel's zoning district.

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Irrigation

For new landscaping irrigation / lawn sprinkler systems.

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Final Site Plan Review

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Solar Energy System

For the installation of solar panels and windmills.

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Detached Garage

For permanent structures separated from the primary residence for proposed use similar to attached garages.

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Residential Zoning Variation

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Single Lot Subdivision

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Fireplace

For indoor fireplaces or outdoor fireplaces & firepits.

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Sign Temporary

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Hot Tub/Spa

Indoor or outdoor, above ground or in-ground, permanent or temporary pool of water used for water sports, recreation, therapy or other related activities.

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Pergola/Gazebo/Tree House

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Temporary Construction Trailer

For temporary site construction trailers and similar trailers such as real estate sales, seasonal sales, offices, etc.

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Canopy/Awning

For commercial, multi-family, and mixed-use buildings only.

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Elevator

For new elevators or modifications to existing elevators.

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Chimney

For modifications or repairs to an existing chimney.

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Contractor Registration

Contractor registration is required for General and Demolition contractors only. Please note that the following items are required when submitting for a permit: $25,000 Surety Bond, Certificate of Insurance and Worker's Comp. Registration is not complete until these documents are received and approved by the Village.

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Outdoor Dining

For Outdoor Dining on public property.

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General Business/Registration

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Food Service Business

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Day Care Center/Home Business

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Massage Therapy Business

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Tree Removal

A tree removal permit is required before any landmark tree can be removed on private property.

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Preliminary Permit Review

Preliminary review of proposed construction work to verify Building or Zoning code requirements.

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Misc. Utility Work

Property owners and utility companies are required to secure a local permit for utility work within the public right-of-way and easements.

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Site Drainage Inspection and Report

Site Drainage Inspection and Report is a holistic engineering inspection that Baxter/Woodman completes for a residential property that has drainage issues

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New/Increased Water Service

Proposing new water service or upgrading existing water service size.

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Sign Permanent Permit

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Vacant Property

It is the obligation of the owner of a vacant property, per Village ordinance , to register any vacant property and implement an ongoing maintenance plan. Vacant property must be registered annually.

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Food Vendor

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Masonry

For extensive masonry replacement work relating to mold, collision, or foundation settling. Minor repair and/or tuck-pointing does not require a permit.

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Foundation Repair

For crack-sealing, underpinning, installation of helical piers, or similar repairs to existing building foundations.

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Underground Storage Tank

A Hot Water Tank Permit is required for any new installation, replacement or significant alteration of a hot water tank.

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Portable Tank Storage

For consideration of new tanks on a temporary or ongoing basis only.

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Telecommunications Structure

For new Telecommunications Service Facilities (TCSFs), co-locations of new equipment on existing TCSFs, or replacement/upgrade of equipment on existing TCSFs.

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Drainage

For changes to existing drainage patterns or grading.

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Unincorporated Fire Safety

Required for any new business that is located in Unincorporated Glenview and within the Glenview Fire District.

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Manufactured Home Community

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Outdoor Dining

For Outdoor Dining on private property.

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Unincorporated Sprinkler Waiver

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Unincorporated Water Service

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Roof

For roofing, reroofing, tear-off and roof replacement.

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Demolition

For demolition of existing structures.

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Demolition - Interior

For all interior load bearing or non-load bearing demolition work.

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Electrical

For modification of, installation or, new or relocation of or temporary electrical work including but not limited to services, receptacles, lighting and smoke detectors.

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Mechanical/HVAC

For modification of, installation of, new or relocation of HVAC work including but not limited to furnaces, air conditioning units, boiler work, radiant heat, and new garage heater.

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Plumbing/Sewer

For modification of, installation of, new or relocation of plumbing work including but not limited to services, plumbing pipes, drains, plumbing fixtures, or vents.

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Siding

For all exterior siding including but not limited to, EFIS, stucco, brick veneer and similar exterior covering products.

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Drywall

For replacement of drywall.

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Irrigation

For new landscaping irrigation / lawn sprinkler systems.

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Solar Energy System

For the installation of solar panels and windmills.

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Drainage

For changes to existing drainage patterns or grading.

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Addition

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New Building

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Remodel/Renovation

For all interior construction/renovation work which extends beyond painting, flooring, trim, shelving/cabinets, or replacement of existing windows and doors within the same rough opening.

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Elevator

For new elevators or modifications to existing elevators.

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Chimney

For modifications or repairs to an existing chimney.

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Fence

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Swimming Pool

Indoor or outdoor, above ground or in-ground, permanent or temporary pool of water used for water sports, recreation, therapy or other related activities.

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Deck

A wood structure designed for recreational use.

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Shed

A detached structure that is incidental to the primary use and is used for storage. Shed is limited to 12 feet in height and square footage is limited based on the parcel's zoning district.

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Detached Garage

For permanent structures separated from the primary residence for proposed use similar to attached garages.

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Fireplace

For indoor fireplaces or outdoor fireplaces & firepits.

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Hot Tub/Spa

Indoor or outdoor, above ground or in-ground, permanent or temporary pool of water used for water sports, recreation, therapy or other related activities.

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Pergola/Gazebo/Tree House

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Canopy/Awning

For commercial, multi-family, and mixed-use buildings only.

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Electric Generator

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Asphalt/Concrete/Pavers

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Tree Removal

A tree removal permit is required before any landmark tree can be removed on private property.

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Preliminary Permit Review

Preliminary review of proposed construction work to verify Building or Zoning code requirements.

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Misc. Utility Work

Property owners and utility companies are required to secure a local permit for utility work within the public right-of-way and easements.

Start

Site Drainage Inspection and Report

Site Drainage Inspection and Report is a holistic engineering inspection that Baxter/Woodman completes for a residential property that has drainage issues

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New/Increased Water Service

Proposing new water service or upgrading existing water service size.

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Vacant Property

It is the obligation of the owner of a vacant property, per Village ordinance , to register any vacant property and implement an ongoing maintenance plan. Vacant property must be registered annually.

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Masonry

For extensive masonry replacement work relating to mold, collision, or foundation settling. Minor repair and/or tuck-pointing does not require a permit.

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Foundation Repair

For crack-sealing, underpinning, installation of helical piers, or similar repairs to existing building foundations.

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Underground Storage Tank

A Hot Water Tank Permit is required for any new installation, replacement or significant alteration of a hot water tank.

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Portable Tank Storage

For consideration of new tanks on a temporary or ongoing basis only.

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Telecommunications Structure

For new Telecommunications Service Facilities (TCSFs), co-locations of new equipment on existing TCSFs, or replacement/upgrade of equipment on existing TCSFs.

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