Building

Modified Services During COVID-19 Response

Please see the following documents regarding current modifications to our service delivery:

• Building & Code Department Modified Service Delivery Protocol (PDF)
• Building & Code Department Inspection Protocol (PDF)

New Building Codes

In February 2020, the Wheaton City Council voted to adopt the most recent ICC building codes, with local amendments, to promote the health, safety and welfare of our community. The changes went into effect on March 4, 2020. The full ordinance and more information are available on the City’s website. Ordinance Amending the Code of Ordinances of the City of Wheaton

Building Department

Our mission is to ensure public safety, health and welfare in all aspects of building design, construction, and maintenance.

If we can be of any assistance or if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at 630-260-2050 or feel free to directly contact:

• Chief William Schultz, Director of Building & Code Enforcement
  630-260-2171 bschultz@wheaton.il.us

PROCESSING

Provided below are the operations, forms, and staff that will assist you in your efforts to apply for a permit, schedule inspections, and FOIA requests.

• Building Projects & Permits
• Contractor Requirements
• Scheduling of Inspections
• FOIA Request

For processing questions, please contact:

• Mary Lou Hecklinger, Permit Processor
  630-260-2029 mhecklinger@wheaton.il.us
• Ruta Norkus, Permit Processor
  630-260-2106 rnorkus@wheaton.il.us

CODES & REVIEWS

Provided below are the codes, guidelines, design criteria and staff that can assist you with the design and construction of your project.

• Building Projects Permit
• Codes & Design Criteria
• Wheaton City Code

• Zoning: Jim Kozik, Director of Planning & Economic Development
  630-260-2008 jkozik@wheaton.il.us
• Engineering: Joe Tebrugge, Stormwater Engineer
  630-260-2868 jtebrugge@wheaton.il.us
• Commercial, Fire Sprinkler, Fire Alarm: Bruce Allen, Plan Examiner
  630-260-2048 ballen@wheaton.il.us
• Residential: Jeff Whiteman, Plan Examiner
  630-260-2051 jwhiteman@wheaton.il.us
• Building & Electrical Inspections: Tom Corrigan, Building Inspector
  630-260-2053 tcorrigan@wheaton.il.us

MAINTENANCE OF PROPERTIES

When properties fall into disrepair or when there are non-complaint operations we need your assistance to inform our Code Enforcement Officer.

• Code Enforcement Complaint Form

• Property Maintenance, Boats & RV’s: Ted Fanning, Code Compliance Officer
  630-260-2054 efanning@wheaton.il.us