The Village of University Park Building Department

The University Park Fire Department is also responsible for the functions of the Building Department. Following is a summary of building requirements adopted by the Village.

Building Permit Required

In addition to all new construction, an Application for Building Permit is required for the following installations or repairs.

- Fence                       - Windows                 - Siding           
- Roofing                    - Driveways                - Deck / Porch           
- Pool                         - Sheds / Garages      - Electrical Work 
- Plumbing Work - Sewer Repairs (including rodding)

Codes Adopted by Village Ordinance:

1: BOCA (1999 Ed.) National Building Code

2: BOCA (1993 Ed.)National Plumbing Code

3: BOCA (1993 Ed.) National Mechanical Code

4: BOCA (1999 Ed.) National Fire Prevention Code

5: BOCA (1993 Ed.) National Single Family Private Sewage Disposal Code    (Where sanitary service is not available)

6: NFPA (2004 Ed.) National Electrical Code

There are some amendments that have been made to these codes; the builder should refer to the latest copy of the Zoning Ordinances available at the Village Hall.

Sewer and Water Connections

Water and sewer are provided by Aqua of Illinois Water Company which is a private company. Their phone number is (800) 851-1305.

Plans Required

1: A plat of survey showing proposed setbacks (front, sides and rear) and the top of foundation elevations.

2: Plan showing setbacks and top of foundations for existing adjacent buildings.

         3: Construction plans showing the floor layout, side elevations, and basic electrical, plumbing and mechanical layout.

All submitted plans must be stamped and signed by an Illinois licensed engineer or architect.

Licensing of Sub-Contractors

The following sub-contractors must be licensed within the Village of University Park:
Excavator, Concrete, Carpenters, Electrician, Plumber, Mechanical, Roofer, Drywall Installer, Asphalt

Permit Costs

All associated fees are listed in Section 1274-13 of the Planning and Zoning Code and Section 1440-01 of the Building and Housing Code.

Hours of Construction

            Monday – Saturday 7a.m.through 10p.m.

            Sunday 10a.m. through 6p.m.

Required Inspections

All inspections require at least a 24 hour notice. Inspections should be scheduled by calling Debbie Stroud in the Bureau of Inspectional Services at (708) 235-4818 during normal business hours. The following are mandatory required inspections:

1.       Pouring of concrete for footings, foundations, or floor slabs.

2.       Underground piping for sewer, water or electrical.

3.       Before backfilling against foundation walls.

4.       When rough framing is completed.

5.       After the installation of insulation and before drywall.

6.       When electrical service is ready for connection.

7.       When rough electrical service is completed.

8.       Underground plumbing.

9.       When rough plumbing is completed.

10.   When rough mechanical is completed.

11.   Final inspection before occupancy (Includes: Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing and Building). This inspection requires at least 48hours notice

Requirements for an Occupancy Permit

            1: Construction must meet the requirements of the plans as submitted.

            2: Sidewalks (where required) are installed.

            3: Driveway / parking areas are paved as required.

            4: Landscaping is installed as required.

            5: All utilities are installed underground as required.

Escrow Amounts

The Village realizes that due to weather and other factors that some of the above improvements may not be possible at the time of the Final Occupancy Inspection. An escrow can be established with the Village in order to insure that the work is completed in a timely fashion. These amounts are set by the Village and are subject to change at the Village’s discretion.

   Residential                                  Commercial / Industrial

Sidewalk Installation - $ 750           150% of the estimated cost of

Driveway Installation - $ 1500         completion as determined by the

Final Grading - $ 750                      Building Official and the Village

Landscaping - $ 1250                       Engineer

Questions and Code Interpretations

All questions should be directed to Fire Chief / Building Official David W. Litton at (708) 534-4825 or email