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Development Services - Building

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1. Does my contractor require a license?

All contractors working in the Village of Orland Park are required by code to be licensed and bonded with the Village. Permits

2. How do I schedule an inspection?

Inspections can be scheduled via: email, fax or completing a request at our office at 14700 S. Ravinia Avenue. The only inspection requests that are accepted over the phone are for concrete inspections. Inspection Forms

3. What time will my inspection be?

Please note - these times may vary. Calling the inspectors between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. is the only way to get an accurate time period. They can be reached at (708)403-5300.

Residential and Commercial rough inspections are done the day that the contractor requested, generally between the hours of 1:00 pm and 4:00 pm.

Residential and Commercial final inspections are done the day the contractor requested, generally between the hours of 8:30 am and 12:00 Noon.

Appointments for inspections are not given. Over the counter permit inspections are done as schedules permit. Specific dates and times are not scheduled. Inspection Forms

4. Do I need a permit for.....

Permits are required for most types of work being done at your business or home. Permit Details

5. What codes are your currently using?

Current Codes Permits and Code Information

6. What are your office hours?

8:00 am to 5:00 pm - Monday through Friday.

7. How long will my commercial review take?

Contact the Development Services at (708) 403-5300 for review times.

8. What causes concrete to crack?

Unexpected cracking of concrete is a frequent cause of complaints. Cracking can be the result of one or a combination of factors, such as drying shrinkage, thermal contraction, restraint (external or internal) to shortening, subgrade settlement, and applied loads. Cracking can be significantly reduced when the causes are taken into account and preventative steps are utilized.
Information and details

9. Who do I call if I think a building is a hazard?

Our Building Division will answer your questions at (708) 403-5300. You will need to provide the address of the building and the hazard. If it is an emergency call 911. Code Enforcement

10. Do you expedite permits?

No, permits are processed in the order they are received.

11. Does the Village of Orland Park review Fire Protection Systems?

Fire Protection Systems (fire alarms, fire sprinkler systems, hood/duct suppression systems) will be reviewed and approved by the appropriate Fire Protection District using the Village Code.

12. When does a commercial building require a fire sprinkler system?

-Assembly buildings exceeding 5,000 square feet or 74 seats
-All educational buildings
-Business, Mercantile, Storage and Factory buildings 8,000 square feet or greater
Title 5, Chapter 1, Section 907.2

13. When does a commercial building require a fire alarm system?

All buildings require a fire alarm system. Title 5, Chapter 1, Section 907.2

14. Does my building require an energy review?

On April 8, 2006, the State of Illinois adopted the Illinois Energy Conservation Code. All commercial buildings required an energy review using the 2006 IECC (COMCheck 2006) for envelope, mechanical, and electrical or equivalency to determine compliance with the code. It shall be signed and sealed by the design professional.

15. Do Fire Sprinkler and Hood/Duct suppression systems need to be signed and sealed by an Engineer?

Yes, it is the State Law. Professional engineers may design, seal, and sign such drawings and specifications provided that such design is within the competency of the architect and is incidental to the specific architectural project. An architect may not sign and seal technical submissions not prepared under the architect's responsible control. An architect may not perform "stand-alone" mechanical or electrical design. For complex mechanical or electrical designs, a professional engineer is recommended. Dept. of Prof. Reg. adopted May 2002

16. Do Fire Alarm plans need to be signed and sealed by an Engineer?

No. Public Act 095-0613 states that Private Alarm contractors can design fire alarm systems. They have to be either a Private alarm contractor agency or a Private Alarm contractor licensee-in-charge and licensed with the State. They should either stamp the plans with their license number or provide a copy to the Fire District. For more information, see Public Act 095-0613 effective September 11, 2007.

17. If work is done without a permit, what is the fine?

According to code, permit fees can be doubled for work that is started without a permit.

18. Do you required insulation inspections?

No. Rough inspections are required for all aspects of the job before the work is covered up. Final inspections are required when the work is complete.

19. Are variances given for sheds?

No, variances are not given for sheds.

20. Where can I get a copy of my plat of survey?

You should have a copy of your plat of survey with your mortgage documents.

You can check with your mortgage holder to see if they have one.

If you cannot find one, you can call Development Services at (708) 403-5300 and we can check to see if we have one on file for you.