Zoning for a property
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Community Development Division - Zoning Enforcement Section |
Purpose & Contact Information Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Applications & Instructions Ordinances & Other Resources Related Links News & Events Frequently Asked Questions:
What is the zoning on my parcel?
Is my parcel buildable?
Can I divide my parcel?
Can I combine my parcel with an adjacent parcel?
What are the setback requirements for my parcel?
To answer these common zoning administrative questions, please contact the Current Planning & Zoning Section of the Planning & Zoning Division via email or phone at 815-727-8850. Include your property's sixteen digit Permanent Identification Number (P.I.N.) from your most recent property tax bill in your request.
Can I run a business out of my home?
Home business restrictions are detailed in Section 8.22 of the Will County Zoning Ordinance. Click here to view the Zoning Ordinance.
Can I operate a day care in my home?
Day care restrictions are detailed in Section 8.16 of the Will County Zoning Ordinance. Click here to view the Zoning Ordinance.
What are the fence restrictions?
Permits for fences are NOT required in unincorporated Will County, however specific restrictions are found in Section 8.5-7 of the Zoning Ordinance. Click here to view the Zoning Ordinance. Fences may be constructed on the property line as long as all other restrictions are met.
Can I have horses on my property?
Horses are allowed only in the following zoning districts: A-1, A-2, E-1, E-2, R-1 (by special use permit only) and R-2 (by special use permit only).
Can I put up a swimming pool on my parcel?
Swimming pool restrictions are detailed in Section 8.7-5 of the Will County Zoning Ordinance. Click here to view the Zoning Ordinance.
Do I need a permit for a garage sale?
Permits are not generally required for garage sales, however no more than 4 garage/yard sales are permitted in one year and each garage/yard sale may last no longer than 3 days at a time.
I'm concerned about a possible zoning violation on a property (junk & debris, illegal business, etc). How do I file a complaint or report a possible violation?
Please contact the Zoning Enforcement Section via email or phone at 815-727-8850. Please have an address or a very detailed description of the location.
Once a complaint is filed with the Zoning Enforcement Section, what happens next?
Generally speaking, the owner of the property is given a pre-determined amount of time to correct the violation. If necessary, the Zoning Enforcement Section and the Will County State's Attorney's office will file a complaint against a violator that will be heard in court.
Have a question for the Zoning Enforcement Division? Give us a call at 815-727-8880 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. or email us at zoning@willcountylanduse.com