The City of Geneva's Building and Zoning Department is responsible for issuing building permits for all types of new construction projects, as well as certain required maintenance projects. City staff reviews the applications, blue prints and plats of survey to ensure compliance with local, state and national standards as recognized by:

International Residential Code ---- 2006 (with amendments)

International Building Code -------- 2009 (with amendments)

International Energy Code ------------------------------- 2009

International Property Maintenance Code --------------- 2006

International Mechanical Code -------------------------- 2006

State of Illinois Plumbing Code------------ Most Recent Edition

State of Illinois Accessibility Code--------- Most Recent Edition

National Electrical Code --------------------------------- 2005

Life Safety Code ------------------------------------------ 2003

	Geneva Zoning Map	Copies of Codes/Ordinances

Downtown Transitional Business District Zoning Ordinance Amendments

Application for Permit - Complete this form for all projects (except new homes, new commercial buildings, and additions over 400 sq. ft.) Your signed application will usually require additional documentation. See Permit Information Packets & Fees for details.

New Construction and Large Additions - Application for Permit - Complete this form for all new construction projects and additions that are over 400 sq. ft.

Tree Preservation Review may be required if there are any trees larger than 10 inches in diameter on the property or any size tree on adjacent public or private property within approximately 50 feet of the construction project.

For projects in the Historic District, please review the Historic Preservation in Geneva for requirements pertaining to building projects.

If you are considering renovation, repair or painting of buildings built before 1978 federal law requires the compliance with the Environmental Protection Agency’s Lead-Based Paint Renovation, Repair and Painting Program Rule (RRP). 

For the City’s Guide to the EPA Rule download here.

For more information about the EPA, RRP Rule:  http://www.epa.gov/lead/

Our offices are located in the upper level of City Hall. Please use the 109 James Street entrance. Office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Please call at least a day in advance for residential inspections. Commercial inspections may take longer. Our phone number is (630) 262-0280. Our fax number is (630) 262-0286.

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City of Geneva Building Department
109 James Street
Geneva, IL 60134

630-262-0280
fax 630-262-0286