Building Inspections

The City of Decatur’s Building Inspections division is responsible for reviewing architectural building plans, issuing permits and performing inspections of any new construction projects (Residential and Commercial) occurring 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 – Meet as needed
• Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Commission – Meet as needed
• Construction and Housing Board of Appeals – Meet as needed

The following City Codes are enforced by this division:

• Chapter 44 – Fire Prevention & Hazardous Materials Controlopens PDF file
• Chapter 67 – Building Codeopens PDF file
• Chapter 67.2 – Residential Building Codeopens PDF file
• Chapter 68 – Mechanical Codeopens PDF file
• Chapter 69 – Electrical Codeopens PDF file
• Chapter 70.1 – Plumbing Codeopens PDF file

Building Construction Codes

• Development Guide for Commercial Building Projects — being updated check back at a later date
• 2015 International
  • Building Code
  • Residential Code
  • Existing Building Code
  • Mechanical Code
  • Fuel Gas Code
  • Fire Code
  • Property Maintenance Code
• 2017 National Electric Code
• 2014 Illinois Plumbing Code
• 2018 Illinois Accessibility Code
• 2018 Illinois Energy Conservation Code
• 2010 Americans with Disabilities Act