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| Which repairs require a building permit? |
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Generally speaking, all repairs require a building permit. This includes but is not limited to, any structural repairs (walls, floor, sub-floors, joists, foundations, etc.), drywall, HVAC, water systems, electrical systems, windows and doors, etc. Only very minor repairs are exempt from building permits. These may include floor coverings, painting and the installation / repair of kitchen cabinetry. If you are in doubt about your projects need for a building permit please contact the Kankakee County Planning Department at 815-937-2940. |
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| Where do I go to get a building permit? |
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If your property is located in unincorporated Kankakee County you may obtain a building permit at: |
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Kankakee County Planning Department |
| 189 E. Court Street, Room 201, Kankakee, IL 60901 |
| Phone: 815-937-2940 Fax: 815-937-2974 |
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Properties affected by the recent January 2008 Flood Event are exempt from paying permit fees to Kankakee County. This applies only to those properties located in the unincorporated areas that have been damaged by the flood and only applies to flood damage. |
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If your property is in a municipality you will need to contact your municipality to obtain a building permit. The following link will take you to a page with municipal addresses and phone numbers. |
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| How do I obtain a building permit? |
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Guide to Obtaining a Building Permit |
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| What information will I need to apply for a building permit? |
- Any documentation that the owner may have from previous permits or flood events. (Elevation Certificate, Floodplain Survey, LOMA/LOMR Documentation)
- Photographs.
- Description of proposed repairs and work to be completed.
- List of proposed contractors.
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| BEWARE OF SCAMS |
| If you were affected by the recent flooding event, you should be aware that some unscrupulous people might try to take advantage of you. For more detailed information click here. |
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| DANGER |
| When entering a structure after a flood or other disaster please take extra precaution with the electrical and gas systems. Damp electrical systems can pose fire and electrocution hazards while gas systems can create fire, explosion and suffocation dangers. Please have these systems inspected by a qualified technician prior to occupying a structure. |
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Information Links |
| Floodplain Management in Kankakee County |
| Hazard Mitigation in Kankakee County |
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Brochures & Guides |
| Preparation / Planning |
| Before a Flood - FEMA |
| Know your Flood Terms - FEMA |
| Plan for Emergencies - FEMA |
| Disaster Supply Kit - FEMA |
| Are you Ready? - FEMA |
| Avoiding Flood Damage: A Checklist for Homeowners - FEMA |
| Illinois Emergency Mangement Agency |
| National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration |
| Floodsmart |
| National Weather Service |
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| Retrofitting Your Structure |
| Homeowner's Guide to Retrofitting - FEMA |
| Rebuild Smarter and Stronger - FEMA |
| Raising Home Utilities Above Flood Water - FEMA |
| Protecting Building Utilities From Flood Damage - FEMA |
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| Flood Insurance / Insurance Issues |
| National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) |
| What you need to know about Federal Disaster Assistance and National Flood Insruance - FEMA |
| Flood Insurance Facts |
| File an Insurance Claim - FEMA |
| Your Homeowner Insurance Doesn't Cover Floods......FEMA |
| Tips on Handling Your Flood Insurance Claim - FEMA |
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| During a Flood |
| During a Flood Tips - FEMA |
| Kankakee County Hazard Mitigation |
| Shelter during and after a Flood - FEMA |
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| Repairs & Recovery |
| After a Flood: The First Steps - FEMA |
| Coping with a Flood - Before, During, and After - FEMA |
| Returning Home Safely - FEMA |
| After a Flood - CDC |
| Key Facts About Flood Recovery - CDC |
| Key Facts About Flood Readiness - CDC |
| Cleaning Up After the Flood and Sewer Overflows- ISDPH |
| Recommendations for the Cleaning and Remediation of Flood Contaminated HVAC Systems - National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health |
| Natural Gas Safety - NICOR |
| Repairing Your Flooded Home - American Red Cross |
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| Safety |
| Ensure your Safety - FEMA |
| How to protect Yourself and Others From Electrical Hazards Following a Natural Disaster - CDC |
| Natural Gas Safety - Nicor Gas |
| Electrical Safety - ComEd |
| Kankakee County Emergeny Services Disaster Agency |
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| Mold & Mildew |
| Mold & Mildew - ISDPH |
| Mold & Your Health - ISDPH |
| Mold After a Disaster - CDC |
| Moisture in the Home - ISDPH |
| Questions & Answers About Indoor Mold - ISDPH |
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| Health and Sanitation |
| Water Quality - FEMA |
| Sanitary and Hygiene - CDC |
| Fact Sheet: Keep Flood and Water Safe After a Disaster or Power Outage - CDC |
| Environmental Health - Kankakee County Health Department |
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| Mental Health and Traumatic Stress |
| Coping with Disaster - Federal Emergency Management Agency |
| Helping Children Cope with Disaster - FEMA |
| National Mental Health Information Center |
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| Financial |
| Disaster Recovery / A Guide to Financial Issues - American Red Cross |
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| Other |
| Helping Pets - FEMA |
| Pets - Kankakee County Animal Control and Adoption Center |
| Saving Family Treasures Guidelines - The National Archives |
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To view photographs of the January 2008 flood event throughout the County click HERE. |
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| Note: Using these links may take you to web sites other than those owned or controlled by Kankakee County. As such, Kankakee County has no control over the content of these sites and they should be viewed at your own risk. Please report broken links to the webmaster at dskimerhorn@k3county.net |
