The Building Division of the PBZ Department is responsible for the administration and enforcement of the Kendall County Building Code and the issuance of building permits for all new construction within the unincorporated areas of the County, as well as the incorporated Villages of Millbrook and Plattville. The Code establishes minimum life, safety, and health requirements to protect the health safety and welfare of the general public. The adopted Building Code currently includes the following regulations with certain insertions, deletions and changes.

International Building Code 2006
International Residential Code 2006, Including Appendix F and Appendix G
National Electric Code 2005
Illinois State Plumbing Code 2004
International Mechanical Code 2006
International Energy Conservation Code 2009

Access to information regarding Building Codes and Ordinances, required permits, and related information is available through the links provided below:

• Building Codes and Ordinances
• Building Permit FAQ
• Building Permit Handout
• Carbon Monoxide Detectors
• Deck Requirements and Check List
• Pool Information
• Site Development Permits
• Garage Example
• Shed Example
• Scheduling an inspection - coming soon