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Showing latest year with year-over-year changes. Full permit history available with a paid plan. View plans →

Year

Insightsi

Construction activity held steady in 2024, with 69 housing units permitted.

  • •44% more units than the average DuPage County town (48), suggesting faster-than-typical growth.
  • •Average unit valued at $686K — 71% above the DuPage County average of $402K, indicating higher-end construction.
  • •5.8% of new units were multi-family (apartments, condos, duplexes).

Total Unitsi

69 ▼ 2.8%

2024

Total Valuei

$47.4M ▼ 3.1%

2024

Single-Familyi

94.2%

65 units

Multi-Familyi

5.8%

4 units

Elmhurst vs. Avg. DuPage Co. Town (2024)i

ElmhurstAvg.Diff
Total Unitsi6948+44%
Total Valuei$47.4M$19.3M+146%
Single-Familyi6526+150%
Multi-Familyi422-82%
Buildingsi6727+148%
Value / Uniti$686K$402K+71%

Housing Units Permittedi

Solid line is Elmhurst; dashed line is DuPage County average.

Construction Valuei

Solid line is Elmhurst; dashed line is DuPage County average.

U.S. Census Bureau Building Permits Survey

Community Development Department

209 N. York St., Elmhurst, IL 60126

(630) 530-3030

After hours: (630) 530-3050

chris.kransberger@elmhurst.org

Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

What Requires a Permit

Building & Remodeling

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Interior and exterior construction, additions, and structural modifications.

Room additionsBasement finishingKitchen remodelsNew construction

Electrical

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Adding, replacing, or relocating electrical systems and fixtures.

Panel upgradesNew circuitsGeneratorsEV charger installation

Plumbing

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Plumbing fixture installation, replacement, or relocation.

Water heater installationSump pumpWater meterSewer tap

HVAC / Mechanical

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Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system work.

Furnace replacementAC installationDuctwork

Roofing & Siding

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Roof replacement and siding installation or replacement.

Roof replacementSiding replacement

Decks & Exterior Structures

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Building decks, detached garages, pavilions, and sheds over 100 sq ft.

DecksDetached garagesPavilionsSheds over 100 sq ft

Fences

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New fence installation or replacement.

Solar Panels

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Solar panel and photovoltaic system installation.

Lawn Sprinkler Systems

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Installation of underground lawn sprinkler systems.

Fire Alarm & Sprinkler Systems

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Commercial fire alarm and fire sprinkler system installation. Requires uploaded 3rd party review with approved plans.

Outdoor Features

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Fireplaces, fire pits, and swimming pools.

FireplacesFire pitsPoolsSpas

Fees effective May 1, 2025 - April 30, 2026. Source: City of Elmhurst Community Development Department.

No Permit Needed

  • ✓Painting
  • ✓Flooring installation (carpet, tile, vinyl)
  • ✓Landscaping and gardening
  • ✓Sheds under 100 sq ft

How to Apply

  1. 1Create an account on the Citizen Self-Service Portal (CSSP) at cityofelmhurstil-energovweb.tylerhost.net.
  2. 2Submit your permit application online through the portal with required documents.
  3. 3Upload plans, site plans, and any required 3rd party reviews.
  4. 4The department reviews the application (4,568 permits were issued in 2023).
  5. 5Pay permit fees through the portal.
  6. 6Once approved, post the permit visibly at the job site.
  7. 7Schedule inspections through the portal as work progresses.
  8. 8Request a final inspection upon completion to close out the permit.

Useful Links

Community Development →Permits & Forms →Permit Portal (CSSP) →Municipal Code Ch. 31 →Fee Schedule (PDF) →