Building in the Village of Frankfort

Building Department

Direct Phone: (815) 412-2446

Direct Fax: (815) 412-2442

The Village of Frankfort's Building Department is governed by ordinances and policies adopted by the Village Board under the leadership of Mayor Jim Holland, and periodically updated to reflect the changes in the International Building Codes. The Building & Zoning Department insures that safe building standards are followed throughout the Village.

Procedures

All Village ordinances and codes pertaining to building construction are on file at the Village of Frankfort Library or copies of the ordinances are available at the Village of Frankfort Administration office.

Permits

All building projects require a permit, and building inspections which can be obtained through the Building Department.

To schedule an inspection, please call the Building Department at 815-412-2446.
Inspections should be scheduled 24-48 hours in advance of the desired inspection date and time.
Please call during regular office hours M-F before 11:30 AM.

Inspections

A total of 23-inspections are required for each new single-family dwelling.
For commercial/industrial development, required inspections are outlined in Ordinance No. 1877.

Contractors

All contractors working in the Village of Frankfort must be registered, insured and bonded. To become a registered contrator for the Village of Frankfort, contact the Building Department.

Building Department Forms

Contractor Forms, various permits and other building department forms are available for download online in the Document Library.