Building Inspections Division

Building Inspections Permit Fee Schedule

The City of Decatur's Construction Inspections division is responsible for reviewing architectural building plans, issuing permits and performing inspecions of any new construction projects (Residential and Commercial) occuring within the corporate limits of City of Decatur. Inspection of structural aspects, electric systems, plumbing systems, mechanical systems and any other life/ safety related items are included in this process.

Boards & Commissions

• Electric Commission - Meets first Wednesday of January, April, July and October
• Heating, Airconditioning, and Refrigiration Commission - Meet as needed
• Construction and Housing Board of Appeals - Meet as needed

The following City Codes are enforced by this division:

• Chapter 67 : Building(Commercial)
• Chapter 67.2 : Building(Residential)
• Chapter 68 : Mechanical
• Chapter 69 : Electrical
• Chapter 70.1 : Plumbing

Building Construction Codes

• 2009 Development Guide for Commercial Building Projects
• 2006 International Building, Mechanical, & Fuel Gas Code
• 2006 International Residential Code
• 2008 National Electric Code
• 2004 Illinios Plumbing Code
• 1997 Illinios Accesibility Code
• 2009 International Energy Conservation Code