For the construction of a new commercial (non-residential) building, see below for permit submittal requirements and for general construction information.

Application Requirements

• Permit Application Packet (PDF) - The documents below have been combined into one PDF file.
  1. Building Permit Application
  2. Non-Residential Zoning Worksheet
  3. Building Site and Utility Data Worksheet
  4. Water Service and Meter Worksheet
  5. Fire Protection - Letter of Understanding (separate Fire Protection permit required)
  6. Contractor of Record (Contractor License Requirements / Contractor License Application)

Application Fees & Deposits

• Permit Application Deposit - $1000 (Due at time of permit application submission)
• Building Construction and Inspection Fee - Based on the total cost of the proposed work
• Additional fees may apply at time of permit pick-up

Drawing Requirements (To Be Submitted With Permit Application)

• Construction Documents - 6 rolled sets (see Architectural Drawing Requirements (PDF))
• Civil Engineering Drawings - 6 rolled sets (see Civil Engineering Submittal Guidelines (PDF))
• Village of Northbrook Standard Detail Sheet must be included with each civil engineering drawing set.
• Plat of Survey - 6 copies (survey must be sealed and be “to scale”)

Separate Permit Requirements

The following may occur with the construction of a new commercial building and require a separate permit:

• Tree Removal
• Fence
• Sign (PDF)
• Lawn Sprinkler (Irrigation)
• Back-Up Generator
• Elevator (PDF)

Construction Submittal Requirements

The following will apply during the course of construction:

• Permit Revision Application (PDF)
• Spot/Location Survey Approval (PDF)

Additional Resources

• Guidelines for Scheduling Permit Inspections (PDF)
• Basic Zoning Information (PDF)
• Typical Commercial Construction Notes (PDF)
• Civil Engineering As-Built Requirements (PDF)
• Certificate of Occupancy Request (PDF)