Resident Help Center

Find a list of frequently asked questions and answers, services, and resources for living in the City of Joliet.

I Want To

Pay My Bill   Stay Connected With The City

• Apply for a Building Permit  &  Verify My Address Is Within City Limits

• File A Police Report  &  Report A Crime  

• Have a Block Party  &  Fire Department Events 

• Have a Garage Sale

• Report A Neighborhood Concern to City Hall

• Report an On-Street Parking Problem

• Sign Up For Emergency Alerts - Rave Smart 911

City Hall - Quick Links

Contact Us   Frequently Asked Questions

• Around Town Construction Projects        

• Community Programs & Events,  Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park & Theatre,  &  Old Joliet Prison

• Downtown & Commuter Parking & Transportation

• Elections  &  Verify My Council District 

• Find my Plat of Survey  &  Public Record Request (FOIA)

• Locate my HOA's & Neighborhood Group Information    

• Look up Local Municipal Codes & Ordinances, Building Codes  &  Zoning Codes 

• Find Information on City Hall Meetings & Agendas  &  Meeting Calendar

• Find Information on Joliet's Upcoming Lake Michigan Water Source

• Garbage & Recycling Servicing or Broken Cart Issues

• Open Government Transparency

• Rental Inspections Program,  Vacant Property Registration  &  Foreclosure Notices 

• Resident Rebates & Other Savings Programs,  Senior Water Bill Discount,  Water Meter Exchange,  &  Lead Line Replacement Info

• Selling My Property Requirements  &  Verify My Address is Within City Limits

EMA, Police & Fire Outreach Programs & Resources

Fire - Education    Police - Get Involved

• Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Classes

• Community Links & Resources

• Fire Department Programs & Resources

• Police Department Frequently Asked Questions

• Police Department Resources & Forms

Seasonal - Quick Links

Senior Snow Program  Verify My Address Is Within City Limits

• City Snow Removal

• Community Events & Events Calendar

• Downtown City Square Christmas Tree

• Fall Leaf Disposal Guidelines    

Outside Resources 

Joliet Township 

Government Offices   Property Tax Assessor's Office

• Animal Control

• General Assistance Programs

• Medical Loan Closet Program

• Temporary Handicap Placard

Kendall County 

Clerk's Office  Vital Records, Marriage License's, Voter Registration & More

• 23rd Judicial Circuit Court & Community Service Info

• Election Information

• Health Department  &  Food Access & Pantry Info 

• Kendall County Area Transit

• Local Shelter, Warming & Cooling Center Info

• Property Tax Info - Treasurer's Office

• Recorder of Deeds  &  Supervisor of Assessments

Will County 

Clerk's Office  Vital Records, Marriage License's, Voter Registration & More

• 12th Judicial Circuit Court & Community Service Info

• Centers for Community Concerns Programs & Services

• Dial - A - Ride

• Election Information

• Health Department  &  Food Access & Pantry Info

• Local Shelter, Warming & Cooling Center Info

• Property Tax Info - Treasurer's Office 

• Recorder of Deeds  &  Supervisor of Assessments

• Senior Services 

State

Illinois Secretary of State (DMV)  Driver License, ID's, Plates & More