The City of Champaign switched to an online portal on January 1, 2025, to apply for a building permit.
To apply for a building permit click the link below:
Visit the Permits Required page for more information on the new OpenGov software.
BUILDING SAFETY DIVISION
Permit Application Process
Building permits are processed simultaneously by three City departments in order to make the process more efficient. When a building permit application is submitted, a notification is given to whichever inspectors need to review a particular application. All departments welcome the chance to review particular portions of applications prior to their formal submission, in order to make the permitting process proceed smoothly.
- If applying for a building permit for a food establishment, please contact the Champaign-Urbana Public Health District.
- If the project involves sanitary sewer work, please contact Urbana-Champaign Sanitary District.
- If the project involves work in the public right-of-way, permits from Engineering Division and/or IL Dept. of Transportation may be required.
Also see Supplemental Information for specific residential projects.
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