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New Building (Non-Residential)
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.
- Building Permit Application
- Non-Residential Zoning Worksheet
- Building Site and Utility Data Worksheet
- Water Service and Meter Worksheet
- Fire Protection - Letter of Understanding (separate Fire Protection permit required)
- 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:Construction Submittal Requirements
The following will apply during the course of construction: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)
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Development & Planning Services
Physical Address
1225 Cedar Lane
Northbrook, IL 60062
Phone: 847-664-4050Fax: 847-272-5068