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Residential Demolitions

Applicable Codes:
2024 International Residential Code
2023 National Electrical Code

General Demolition Information:

The following items are required submittals:

  1. Plat of Survey indicating structures to be demolished
  2. Grading Plan for vacant site restoration within 45 days
  3. Tree Preservation Plan and details
  4. Traffic Control Plan
  5. Stormwater Management Application
  6. Adjacent Property Owners Notification Form (PDF)

Additional items required prior to issuance:

  1. Asbestos Inspection Report, including the Asbestos Inspector’s State of Illinois license and an Asbestos Removal Plan and Lab Report (if asbestos is present)
  2. IEPA Asbestos Demolition Form (PDF)
  3. Signed Intent for Recycling of Construction Debris Form (PDF)
  4. Particulate Control Acknowledgment Form (PDF)
  5. Utility Disconnect Form
  6. Pick up Demolition Date Signs from the Building Department to post on site
  7. Schedule Water Meter Disconnect with the Water Department at 630-260-2090
  8. Schedule Temporary Sewer & Water Disconnects with the Engineering Department at 630-260-2040
  9. Schedule a Pre-Permit Site Inspection once all the above have been submitted and approved

The following items are only required if the indicated features are present:

  1. County Well Abandonment Certification
  2. Receipt for septic tank pumping
Fees required at time of Permit Submittal Fee
Water Disconnection Inspection  $75.00
Sewer Disconnection Inspection $75.00
Water Disconnect at main by Water Division, when in conjunction with a new principal structure $300.00
Water Disconnect at main by Water Division, if no principal structure is erected and site restored  $850.00
Additional Fees due at Issuance Fee
Residential Demolition Permit Fee $1,000.00
Engineering Permit (Residential)  $200.00
Applicant Cash Demolition Bond  $10,000.00
Stormwater Management Deposit $3,500.00
Hydrant Meter Deposit (if using hydrant connection in lieu of tanker on site – to be paid at Water Division) $700.00
Curb/Approach removal inspection $75.00

Pre-Permit Site Inspection Requirements:

  1. 6’ chain-link construction fence, gate, and lock around the entire property.
  2. Silt fencing installed per the approved engineering plan.
  3. Tree protection was installed per the approved tree preservation plan.
  4. Portable toilet on-site in the proper location.
  5. Date signs posted.

Demolition Inspection Requirements:

  1. To be performed each day of the demolition process.
  2. Site to be watered as required per ordinance.
  3. Traffic is to adhere to the submitted traffic control plan.
  4. No mud or debris allowed on City streets.
  5. Public sidewalks are clear of obstructions or mud/debris.

Post-Demolition Inspection Requirements:

  1. All debris must be removed from the site.
  2. For sites that are to be left open, the following must be done within 60 days:
    • The site must be final graded.
    • Sod/seed must be in place and growing.
    • All construction fencing and silt fencing must be removed.
    • All abandoned drive approaches must be removed and curb lines restored.
    • All damaged public walks must be replaced.
    • All utility disconnections and parkway restoration must be completed, 
  3. For sites that will be developed, construction on the new structure must be underway within 30 days; otherwise, the site must be restored to a vegetative state within 45 days.

To request a refund of your Demolition Bond and Stormwater Deposit:

  • Demolition bond is refundable by written request after the structure is demoed, the foundation is in the ground, and rough grading is completed.
  • Stormwater Deposit is refundable by written request when the project is complete and the grass is growing.

To apply for a permit

Maintstar - h2.maintstar.co/wheaton/portal/#/

Contractor Registration Requirements

Webpage - www.wheaton.il.us/890/Contractor-Requirements

Websites

Contact Us

City of Wheaton Building & Code Enforcement Department
Address: 303 W. Wesley Street, Wheaton, IL 60187
Phone Calls:
Questions regarding this information: 630-260-2050
Business hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Fax: 630-260-2195

Revised 9/25/2025