Permit Fee Information

Building Permit Fees are determined throughout review and vary regarding the project/scope of work. The estimated value of construction should include all labor and material costs. After complete approval of the application, the Building Department will notify the point-of-contract via telephone or email, concerning the fees and payment options. A permit will not be issued until all required contractor registration documents have been received and permits fee payments are completed. Below are the fee schedules and estimated costs for building permits (these fees are liable to change and additional fees may apply):

 

Fee amendments effective January 1, 2020

The City of Joliet Council, at its December 3, 2019 council meeting, passed an ordinance amending certain Community Development fees. A list has been created identifying the type of fee and the new fee that will be applied effective January 1, 2020.

 

Fees

Inspections Division Fee Changes(PDF, 193KB)

Planning Division Fee Changes(PDF, 36KB)

 

Residential

Decks

$65.00*

Driveways and/or Aprons

$65.00*

Fences

$65.00*

Garages/ Carports

$65.00*

Home Additions

$65.00*

Patios

$65.00*

Pergolas/ Gazebos

$65.00*

Pools

$65.00*(plus electrical permit fee)

Sheds

$65.00*

Sidewalks (private property)

$65.00* (public sidewalks $19)

Electric Permit

Based on square footage of residence, determined through review.

 

Commercial & Industrial

Electric Permit

Based onScope of Work, determined through review.

Ground sign (including pole sign)

$150.00

Roof sign

$150.00

Wall sign

$150.00

Projecting sign

$150.00

Monument sign

$150.00

 

Minimum permit fee is $65.00 with a project cost up to $7,000.00. For permits above $7,000.00, the fees will be calculated at $10.00 for every $1,000.00 of construction value.

Other Fees

HVAC Permits

$50.00 Base Fee for estimate valuation of construction cost at $5,000.00 and under. The fee increases based on the attached scale: HVAC Fee Schedule

Plumbing Permits

Based on the scope of work – all fees are included on the Plumbing Application.

*As of March 01, 2021, all Plumbing Permits will be accompanied by a Building Fee (see above), including: Hot Water Heaters, Underground Lawn Sprinklers, Fixtures, Remodels, Etc.

Water Connection Fee/

 

$4,250.00, minimum

Sewer Connection Fee

$3,250.00, minimum

 

Water Meters

Water Meter costs are based on size: (Water Meter Complete Cost Schedule)

  • 5/8 - $340.00                                         
  • 1 Inch - $495.00                                           
  • 1 ½ Inch - $1,350.00                                       
  • 2 Inch - $1,800.00                                       
  • 3 Inch - $2,250.00
  • 4 Inch - $3,400.00
  • 6 Inch - $5,700.00
  • 6 F2 - $9,400.00
  • 10 Inch - $18,925.00

Tap Fees

Tap Fees are based on size:

  • Water Tap 1 Inch: $300.00
  • Water Tap 1 ½ - 2 Inch: $300.00
  • Water Tap > 2 Inch: $300.00
  • Water Tap 3 Inch or Greater: $500.00

 

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