Aurora, Illinois Plumbing Local Permit Ordinances and Codes
Aurora, Illinois Plumbing Permit Ordinances
The City of Aurora's Division of Building and Permits is the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) for plumbing permit ordinances. This division is responsible for the administration and enforcement of the Aurora Building Code, which includes adopted model codes and local ordinances. Their mission is to protect the health, safety, and welfare of the citizens and businesses of Aurora through effective code administration and enforcement.
Plumbing work may require a permit, and permits are necessary to ensure safe, code-compliant structures.
Specific Local Zoning or Fee Nuances
While specific zoning nuances directly tied to plumbing permits are not detailed, general zoning requirements, such as maintaining a certain percentage of green space on a property, are managed by the Zoning Department and can be inquired about by calling 630-256-3080.
Permit fees in Aurora are structured based on a fee schedule that has been updated periodically, with adjustments for annual indexing. A non-refundable fee is required at the time of application to help mitigate operational losses due to project abandonment.
The fee structure for permits, including plumbing, is generally based on the valuation of the work. This can involve a Permit Inspection Fee (PIF) and a Plan Review Fee (PRF), calculated using specific formulas. For example, plumbing permit fees can be structured based on the number of bathrooms and kitchens, or by valuation for commercial projects.
It is important to note that any delinquent or past-due balances owed to the City of Aurora will delay permit issuance.
Contractors are required to meet the City of Aurora's licensing requirements prior to permit issuance.
The City of Aurora has adopted the 2009 International Plumbing Code, along with its appendices, as part of its building code.
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Because Aurora is located within Dupage County, the following broader county regulations may also apply to your project:
Illinois, DuPage County Plumbing Permit Regulations and County Ordinances for Unincorporated Areas
DuPage County Plumbing Permit Requirements
In DuPage County, Illinois, any installation, modification, or replacement of plumbing systems in unincorporated areas requires a separate plumbing permit.
The DuPage County Building Code, which applies to unincorporated areas, includes the Current Illinois State Plumbing Code.
The Building & Zoning Department is responsible for building permitting in unincorporated areas.
Rules for Properties in Unincorporated Areas
For properties in unincorporated areas of DuPage County, a permit is generally required for the installation, modification, or replacement of plumbing systems. This includes installations of plumbing equipment such as water heaters and water softeners/filtration systems.
Contractors performing work in unincorporated DuPage County are required to be registered with the DuPage County Building Official before obtaining a permit and starting work. Plumbers are required to register but do not pay a fee for this registration.
Permits become void if work does not commence within 180 days of issuance or if more than 180 days pass between required inspections. Extensions may be possible with continued project progress and regular inspections.
If an owner is performing their own plumbing work, a Plumbing Affidavit may be required.
For properties connected to the DuPage County sewer system, new service lines may be required for new structures, tear-downs, or additions over 800 square feet. Contact the Public Works Department for these situations.
For properties on well and/or septic systems, permits submitted for plumbing work may go to the Health Department for review, or a separate permit may be required from them for new well and septic systems. Contact Environmental Health for these cases.
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The following statewide building codes and regulations apply universally to all jurisdictions within Illinois:
Illinois Plumbing Legislation, Codes, and Guidelines
State Statutes and Plumbing Codes in Illinois
The state of Illinois does not adopt model codes like the International Plumbing Code (IPC) or the Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) on a statewide basis. Instead, the state utilizes a standalone, state-developed code known as the Illinois Plumbing Code. This code is codified in the Illinois Administrative Code as Title 77, Part 890.
The authority for these regulations is established by the Illinois Plumbing License Law (225 ILCS 320), which mandates the creation of minimum standards for plumbing materials, fixtures, design, and installation methods to protect public health and safety.
Primary State Agency
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is the primary state agency responsible for setting and maintaining these standards. The IDPH Plumbing Program oversees the licensing of plumbers and apprentice plumbers, the registration of plumbing contractors, and the enforcement of the Illinois Plumbing Code across the state, except in jurisdictions that may have their own specific building code requirements (such as the City of Chicago, which maintains its own building code).
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