50-State Construction Licensing Compliance Guide
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Licenses are typically required for individuals and businesses that provide construction industry services. This guide contains information about construction industry licensing in Illinois.

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Illinois Construction and Contracting Company Licenses

Illinois Asbestos Contractor License

Agency:Illinois Division of Environmental Health Protection - Asbestos Abatement Program

Initial Registration

Form:

Application for Asbestos Contractor License

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$250 application fee + $500 license fee due after the application is approved.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$500

Due:

Annually by May 15.

Notes:

Renewal applications are sent in the mail.

Illinois Boiler & Pressure Vessel Repairer License

Agency:Illinois Office of the State Fire Marshal Division of Boiler & Pressure Vessel Safety
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Application for Boiler and Pressure Vessel Repairer License

Filing Method:

Email sfm.boilers@illinois.com

Agency Fee:

$300

Notes:
  • Do not submit payment with application. The Division of Boiler Safety
    will process Applications in the order they are received and shall issue the applicant a license upon receipt of payment or notify the applicant of the reason for the denial.
Required Attachments:
  • All business types:
    • A valid Certificate of Authorization to use the ‘R’ symbol stamp issued by the National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors.
    • The name and address of all officers as defined in Section 2121.20 of the Boiler and Pressure VesselSafety Repairer Regulations. The address shall be an actual street address and shall include City, State,
      and zip code. A post office box number is not acceptable.
    • If an assumed name is to be used, a copy of the assumed name certificate.
    • A certificate of insurance in the amount of $300,000 to cover losses naming the Office of the State Fire Marshal, Division of Boiler Safety as a certificate holder.
  • Corporations & LLC's
    • The name and registered address of the corporation, and the name and address of the Registered Agent.
    • A copy of the Articles of Incorporation/Organization bearing the seal of the officer in the jurisdiction in which the corporation is organized, whose duty it isto register corporations under the laws of that
      jurisdiction. (If renewing, a certificate of good standing from the Illinois Secretary of State may be submitted in lieu of the Articles)
    • If it is a foreign corporation, a copy of the Certificate of Authority to transact business in the State of Illinois.
  • Limited Partnerships 
    • A letter of authority from the Secretary of State’s Business Services Department
    • A listing of all limited partners.
  • Partnerships
    • An application containing the name and business address of the partnership and the names and addresses of all general partners.
    • An affidavit stating that the partnership has been formed legally.

Registration Renewal

Form:

Application for Boiler and Pressure Vessel Repairer License

Filing Method:

Email sfm.boilers@illinois.gov

Agency Fee:

$150

Due:

Triennially by date of issuance

Required Attachments:
  • All business types:
    • A valid Certificate of Authorization to use the ‘R’ symbol stamp issued by the National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors.
    • The name and address of all officers as defined in Section 2121.20 of the Boiler and Pressure VesselSafety Repairer Regulations. The address shall be an actual street address and shall include City, State, and zip code. A post office box number is not acceptable.
    • If an assumed name is to be used, a copy of the assumed name certificate.
    • A certificate of insurance in the amount of $300,000 to cover losses naming the Office of the State Fire Marshal, Division of Boiler Safety as a certificate holder.
  • Corporations & LLC's
    • The name and registered address of the corporation, and the name and address of the Registered Agent.
    • A copy of the Articles of Incorporation/Organization bearing the seal of the officer in the jurisdiction in which the corporation is organized, whose duty it isto register corporations under the laws of that
      jurisdiction. (If renewing, a certificate of good standing from the Illinois Secretary of State may be submitted in lieu of the Articles)
    • If it is a foreign corporation, a copy of the Certificate of Authority to transact business in the State of Illinois.
  • Limited Partnerships 
    • A letter of authority from the Secretary of State’s Business Services Department
    • A listing of all limited partners.
  • Partnerships
    • An application containing the name and business address of the partnership and the names and addresses of all general partners.
    • An affidavit stating that the partnership has been formed legally.

Illinois Boiler and Pressure Vessel Owner Registration/Information Change

Agency:Illinois Office of the State Fire Marshal Division of Boiler & Pressure Vessel Safety
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Amendment

Filing Method:

Online

Illinois Distributed Generation Installer Certification

Agency:Illinois Commerce Commission
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

DG Installer Certification Application Form

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:
  • $50
  • payable via certified check, cashier's check, or money order only
Notarization Required?:Required
Notes:

A cover letter with the following information must be included with the application: 

  • purpose of application
  • statement of whether or not confidential information is included in the application

A DG Installer Cover Letter Template is provided by the ICC. Because cover letters are available to the public, there should be no confidential information included.

Required Attachments:
  • DG Installer Cover Letter
  • Qualified Person Documentation
    • Notarized Affidavit from Qualified Person OR
    • Proof of Completion of an approved program
  • State of Illinois Certificate of Good Standing

Registration Renewal

Form:
Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$0

Due:

Annually by April 1

Notarization Required?:Required
Penalties:

Recertifications not filed by April 1 will incur a late fee of $10/day with a minimum penalty of $100

Supplemental Reporting

Instructions:

Designated Agent Report - Annual Filing Instructions

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$0

Due:

Annually by January 31

Illinois Electrical Contractor License

Not required



Electrical Contracting Company licensure is not required on the State level in Illinois.

Electrical contractors are licensed at the local level of government in Illinois.

Illinois Elevator Contractor License

Agency:Illinois Office of the State Fire Marshal - Elevator Safety Division
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:Yes
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?Yes

Initial Registration

Form:

Application for Elevator Contractor License

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:

$1,000 license fee. The Office will invoice you the appropriate application fee; do not submit payment with the application.

Required Attachments:
  • A copy of the Certificate of Authority to transact business in the State from the Illinois Secretary of State if you are a Corporation registered in another state or a Certificate of Good Standing if you are a Corporation registered in Illinois
  • If you are a Sole Proprietor or a Partnership you must include a copy of an Assumed Name Certificate issued by the County in which the business is located.
  • A list of the names of all the principal officers, partners or owners of the business. Include their business and personal addresses.
  • Identify the address of all business locations from which the business in Illinois is being conducted. This includes offices located outside Illinois.
  • A list of the names of all apprentices and helpers, elevator mechanics, and elevator inspectors the company employs
  • A copy of a Certificate of Insurance issued by an insurance company authorized to do business in the State, showing proof of general liability coverage of at least $1,000,000 for injury or death of any number of persons in any one occurrence, with coverage of at least $500,000 for property damage in any one occurrence and statutory workers compensation insurance coverage

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$1,000

Due:

Biennially

Illinois Energy Efficiency Measures Installer Certification

Agency:Illinois Commerce Commission

Initial Registration

Form:

Part 462 Application Form

Instructions:

Part 462 Application Instructions

Agency Fee:

$100

Notarization Required?:Required

Registration Renewal

Form:

Recertification Report

Agency Fee:

$0

Due:

Annually by June 1.

Notarization Required?:Required

Supplemental Reporting
Annual Designated Agent Report

Instructions:

Designated Agent Reporting Instructions

Agency Fee:

$0

Due:

Annually by January 31. Reports can be filed starting on January 1.

Law:

83 Ill. Adm. Code 215.10(a)

Supplemental Reporting
Supplier Diversity Report

Form:

Supplier Diversity Non-Utility Form

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$0

Due:

Annually by June 1.

Law:

220 ILCS 16/111.112023

Illinois Fire Equipment Distributor

Agency:Illinois Office of the State Fire Marshal - Division of Fire Prevention
Law:

225 ILCS 217

Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No
Qualifying Individual Requirements:

Distributors must employ a licensed Fire Equipment Distributor Employee. Qualifying employee requirements depend on the license class:

  • Class A Distributors must employ a Class 1 Fire Equipment Employee.
    • Class 1 employees must have certification by ICC or NAFED in Portable Fire Extinguishers
  • Class B Distributors must employ a Class 2K or Class 2I Fire Equipment Employee.
    • Class 2K employees must have certification by ICC or NAFED in Pre-Engineered Kitchen Fire Extinguishing Systems.
    • Class 2I employees must have certification by ICC or NAFED in Pre-Engineered Industrial Fire Suppression Systems.
  • Class C Distributors must employ a Class 3 Fire Equipment Employee.
    • Class 3 employees must have certification by NAFED in Engineered Fire Suppression Systems or current NICET Level III certification in Special Hazards Systems.

Initial Registration

Form:

Fire Equipment Distributor Application

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:
  • Class A $900
  • Class B $1,500
  • Class C $2,100
Required Attachments:
  • Provide either:
    • Evidence of registration as an Illinois corporation; or
    • Evidence of compliance with the Assumed Business Name Act
  • Provide evidence of financial responsibility in a minimum amount of $1,000,000 through liability insurance, self-insurance, group insurance, group self-insurance, or risk retention group.
  • Provide evidence of workers’ compensation insurance or approval as a self-insurer of workers’ compensation in accordance with the laws of this State.
  • Provide either:
    • A copy of the Requalifier Identification Number (RIN) issued to the applicant by the USDOT PHMSA (United States
      Department of Transportation, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration), if engaged in hydrostatic testing or
      visually inspecting fire suppression devices or systems utilizing USDOT PHMSA specification cylinders (required for Class A,
      B, and C).; or
    • An affirmative statement from an entity with a Requalifier Identification Number issued by the USDOT PHMSA that will provide hydrostatic testing and/or will visually inspect fire suppression devices or systems, utilizing USDOT PHMSA specification cylinders, on behalf of the applicant.

Registration Renewal

Form:

Fire Equipment Distributor Application

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:
  • Class A $900
  • Class B $1,500
  • Class C $2,100
Due:

Triennially by date of issuance. 

Required Attachments:
  • Provide either:
    • Evidence of registration as an Illinois corporation; or
    • Evidence of compliance with the Assumed Business Name Act
  • Provide evidence of financial responsibility in a minimum amount of $1,000,000 through liability insurance, self-insurance, group insurance, group self-insurance, or risk retention group.
  • Provide evidence of workers’ compensation insurance or approval as a self-insurer of workers’ compensation in accordance with the laws of this State.
  • Provide either:
    • A copy of the Requalifier Identification Number (RIN) issued to the applicant by the USDOT PHMSA (United States
      Department of Transportation, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration), if engaged in hydrostatic testing or
      visually inspecting fire suppression devices or systems utilizing USDOT PHMSA specification cylinders (required for Class A,
      B, and C).; or
    • An affirmative statement from an entity with a Requalifier Identification Number issued by the USDOT PHMSA that will provide hydrostatic testing and/or will visually inspect fire suppression devices or systems, utilizing USDOT PHMSA specification cylinders, on behalf of the applicant.

Illinois Fire Sprinkler Contractor License

Agency:Illinois Office of the State Fire Marshal - Division of Fire Prevention
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Financial Requirements:

Proof of payment of taxes to the Illinois Department of Revenue

Insurance Requirements:

Certificate of insurance showing liability coverage of at least $500,000 per person, $1,000,000 per occurrence, and at least $1,000,000 per occurrence for property damage, and proof of worker’s compensation insurance or approval as a self- insurer of worker’s compensation

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No
Qualifying Individual Requirements:
  • All applicants must have either a Designated Certified Person or a Responsible Managing Employee
  • Persons who, or businesses that, as of January 3, 2000, were installing or repairing fire sprinkler systems in the State of Illinois and had at least 3 years of prior experience installing or repairing fire sprinkler systems may employ either a Designated Certified Person or a Responsible Managing Employee (a person responsible to provide supervision and to assure that each Sprinkler System is installed and repaired in accordance with State Law). All other persons or businesses must employ a Designated Certified Person.
  • Designated Certified Person. A copy of the Designated Certified Person’s Illinois Professional Engineering License or NICET Level III certification in fire protection technology; automatic sprinkler layout.
  • Responsible Managing Employee. On a separate sheet of paper please provide:
    • The Responsible Managing Employee’s qualifications and last three years of work experience; and the name, address and telephone number for each person who can verify those qualifications and work experience
    • The business’ (license Applicant’s) work experience since January 1, 2000, identifying all the jobs in which the business has installed or repaired fire sprinkler systems; and the name, address and telephone number for each person who can verify that work experience.

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$1,500 due after the approval of your license application

Required Attachments:
  • Certificate of insurance showing liability coverage of at least $500,000 per person, $1,000,000 per occurrence, and at least $1,000,000 per occurrence for property damage, and proof of worker’s compensation insurance or
    approval as a self- insurer of worker’s compensation ; and
  • Business’ organizational chart showing the supervisory duties of the designated certified person (or responsible managing employee if applicable).
  • If the business is a corporation or partnership, please provide the following information:
    1) Corporation- the name and address of the registered agent; a copy of the Articles of Incorporation; and a
    copy of the Certificate of Authority to transact business in this State if a foreign corporation.
    2) Partnership – an affidavit stating that the partnership has been legally formed.
    Revised 03/31/2016
    3) Limited Partnership-a letter of authority from the Secretary of State's Limited Partnership Department.
    d) A certified copy of the Assumed Name Filing from the County clerk if the business operates under an assumed
    name.
    e) For your employees or licensees involved in the inspection and/or testing of existing fire sprinkler systems and/or
    control equipment, provide proof of either (i) NICET Level II certification in Inspection and Testing of Water Based
    Systems (or its equivalent) or (ii) evidence of satisfactory completion of certified sprinkler fitter apprenticeship
    program.
    f) A list of each license issued by any state, local or federal governmental entity in the previous 3 years to engage in
    fire sprinkler contracting and a statement of whether the licensee is currently subject to disciplinary action or has
    been adjudicated to have violated a license.
    g) Proof of payment of taxes to the Illinois Department of Revenue.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$1,500

Due:

Biennially by date of issuance. 

Penalties:

If you fail to renew the license by the license’s expiration date, a reinstatement fee of $100 shall be assessed in addition to the $1,500 fee.

Required Attachments:
  • Submit a current certificate of insurance showing liability coverage of at least $500,000 per person, $1,000,000 per occurrence, and at least $1,000,000 per occurrence for property damage, and proof of worker’s compensation insurance or approval as a self-insurer of worker’s compensation.
  • Submit proof that each Designated Certified Person or Responsible Managing
    Employee attended at least 8 hours of approved, relevant continuing education for each year (16 hours total) of the current
    license

Illinois General Contractor License

Not required



General Contractor Company licensure is not required on the State level in Illinois.

General Contractors are licensed at the county and city level. There is no state level license.

Illinois Lead Abatement Contractor License

Agency:Illinois Division of Environmental Health Protection - Lead Program

Initial Registration

Form:

Application for Lead Abatement Contractor Licensure

Agency Fee:

$500 licensure fee. Applicants may instead submit a $250 fee if requesting an initial license received and approved between December 1 and March 1 that will expire on May 31 of the current year. Applicants may also submit a $750 fee if the application is received and approved between December 1 and March 1 and the license will expire in May of the following year.

Registration Renewal

Form:

Application for Lead Abatement Contractor Licensure (Renewal)

Agency Fee:

$500

Due:

Licenses expire annually on May 31, but renewals must be filed by April 30 to be considered on time.

Penalties:

There is a $100 late fee for filing a renewal after April 30.

Illinois Mechanical Contractor License

Not required



Mechanical/HVAC Contractor Company licensure is not required on the State level in Illinois.

Mechanical contractors are licensed at the local level of government in Illinois.

Illinois Plumbing Contractor Registration

Agency:Illinois Department of Environmental Health Protection - Plumbing Program

Initial Registration

Form:

Plumbing Contractor Application for Registration or Renewal

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$150

Registration Renewal

Form:

Plumbing Contractor Application for Registration or Renewal

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$150

Due:

Annually

Illinois Private Alarm Contractor Agency Registration

Agency:Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:Yes
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Private Alarm Contractor Agency Registration Application 

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$500

Required Attachments:
  • Sole Proprietorships 
    • Your individual license must be current
    • Submit original assumed name document filed in the county where the DBA is registered 
  • General Partnerships 
    • All partners must hold a current license in Illinois with the same profession prefix 
  • Corporations 
    • Attach the following documents which correspond to your application 
      • Domestic - copy of Article of Incorporation 
      • Certificate of Good Standing 
      • A list of the officers and directors, including license numbers
      • Foreign - Article of Incorporation and a copy of the application of authority to conduct business in Illinois
      • DBA , if applicable 
    • Professional Limited Liability Company 
      • Copy of Articles of Organization, with a purpose clause specific to profession 
      • Certificate of Good Standing in Illinois 
      • A listing of the members of the PLLC and their license numbers 
      • At least one officer or executive employee must hold a current certificate of registration with the state. 

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$500

Due:

Triennially by August 31. 

Required Attachments:
  • Sole Proprietorships 
    • Your individual license must be current
    • Submit original assumed name document filed in the county where the DBA is registered 
  • General Partnerships
    •  All partners must hold a current license in Illinois with the same profession prefix 
  • Corporations 
    • Attach the following documents which correspond to your application 
      • Domestic - copy of Article of Incorporation 
      • Certificate of Good Standing 
      • A list of the officers and directors, including license numbers
        Foreign - Article of Incorporation and a copy of the application of authority to conduct business in Illinois
      • DBA , if applicable 
  • Professional Limited Liability Company 
    • Copy of Articles of Organization, with a purpose clause specific to profession 
    • Certificate of Good Standing in Illinois 
    • A listing of the members of the PLLC and their license numbers 
    • At least one officer or executive employee must hold a current certificate of registration with the state. 

Illinois Roofing Contractor License

Agency:Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation - Division of Professional Regulation - Roofing Contractor Program
Eligible Entity Types:
  • Corporation
  • Professional Limited Liability Company
  • Partnership
  • Sole Proprietorship

Initial Registration

Form:

Roofing Contractor License Application

Agency Fee:

$125

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$125

Due:

By December 31 of odd-numbered years.

Local Construction and Contracting Company Licenses

Village of Arlington Heights General Contractor License

Agency:Village of Arlington Heights Village Services (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Notes:

Not required for electrical, plumbing, and fire alarm contractors.

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

City of Aurora Contractor License

Agency:City of Aurora Public Works Department (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Village of Bellwood Contractor License

Agency:Village of Bellwood Building Department (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Bond Requirements:

$10,000 license and permit bond

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application 

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$175

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$175

Due:

Annually by April 30. 

Village of Berkeley Contractor License

Agency:Village of Berkeley Building Department (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

City of Berwyn Contractor License

Agency:City of Berwyn Collector's Office (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:

Certificate of liability insurance with the City of Berwyn as a certifcate holder.

Bond Requirements:

$25,000 (depending on contractor type) and must be obtained from your insurance company. Bond must be made out to the City of Berwyn.

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application (Business License)

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$200

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor License Renewal Application 

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$200

Due:

Annually by December 31.

Bloomington General Contractor Registration

Agency:City of Bloomington Economic & Community Development - Building Safety Division (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:

Liability Insurance: $100,000 for property damage, $300,000 for personal injury.

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$100

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$100

Due:

Annually by December 31.

Required Attachments:
  • Certificate of Insurance naming the City of Bloomington as additional insured (not required for Irrigation, Lawn Maintenance, or Plumbing contractors)
  • Proof of workers' compensation & employee liability insurance (not less than $100,000 per person)
  • Proof of public liability insurance (not less than $250,000 for injuries, including accidental death to any one person & subject to the same limits for each person, in an amount of any one accident)
  • Proof of property damage insurance (not less than $100,000 for damage to property in any one accident with an aggregate limit of not less than $300,000)

Blue Island Contractor License

Agency:City of Blue Island Building & Zoning Department (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

City of Bolingbrook Contractor License

Agency:City of Bolingbrook Building Division (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:

All contractors and subcontractors are required to have a general liability insurance policy, providing coverage in the amount of $100,000 for bodily injury, $300,000 for each occurrence, and property damage of $25,000. Evidence shall be filed along with the application to the Village in the form of a certificate of insurance, naming the Village of Bolingbrook an additional insured and certificate holder under said policy

Bond Requirements:

All General and Subcontractors are required to file with the Village of Bolingbrook Building Division, a bond issued by a surety company in the principal amount of ten percent (10%) of the total cost of all material and labor necessary to perform the desired task, but not less than twenty thousand dollars ($20,000).

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor Registration Application – General/Sub 

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:
  • General Contractor $260
  • Subcontractor $160
Required Attachments:
  • Bond requirement
  • Insurance requirement 

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor Registration Application – General/Sub 

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:
  • General Contractor $260
  • Subcontractor $160
Due:

Annually by the date of issuance.

Required Attachments:
  • Bond requirement
  • Insurance requirement 

Village of Bridgeview Contractor License

Agency:Village of Bridgeview Building Department (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:

Certificate of Insurance showing the Village of Bridgeview as the certifi cate holder with minimum $1,000,000 Liability Coverage.

Bond Requirements:

$10,000 Surety Bond

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Business License Registration Application

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

$100

Registration Renewal

Business License Renewal
Form:

Business License Registration Application (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$100

Due:

Annually by date of issuance. 

Village of Broadview Contractor License

Agency:Village of Broadview Building Department (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

City of Buffalo Grove Contractor License

Agency:City of Buffalo Grove Community Development Department (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application 

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$75

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$75

Due:

Annually by December 31.

Chicago Business License - Home Repair

Agency:City of Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection - Small Business Center (IL)
Notes:

A City of Chicago regulated business license for the activity of home repair (home repair license) is required to engage in the business of fixing, replacing, altering, converting, modernizing, or improving any property primarily designed or used as a residence. If the work requires a building permit, a general contractor license is required instead of a home repair license.

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

In-person or online.

Agency Fee:

$250

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$250

Due:

Biennially by the date of issuance.

Chicago Drain Layer Contractor License

Agency:City of Chicago Department of Buildings - Trade Licensing Program (IL)
Notes:

A drain layer contractor license is required to construct, repair, adjust, rod, clean, line, or use a camera to inspect a subsurface structure designed to collect or transport stormwater or sanitary wastewater.

Initial Registration

Form:

Drainlayer Application

Agency Fee:

$125

Registration Renewal

Form:

Drainlayer Application (Renewal)

Agency Fee:

$125

Due:

Annually by the date of issuance.

Chicago Electrical Contractor License

Agency:City of Chicago Department of Buildings - Trade Licensing Program (IL)
Notes:

A City of Chicago electrical contractor license is required to install, alter, or maintain any wiring or equipment regulated by the Chicago Electrical Code. This includes electrical, lighting, communication, and alarm systems and equipment.

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$150

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$150

Due:

Annually by the date of issuance.

Chicago Elevator Mechanic Contractor License

Agency:City of Chicago Department of Buildings - Trade Licensing Program (IL)
Notes:

An elevator mechanic contractor license is required to engage in the business of constructing, installing, altering, or maintaining the mechanical components of any elevator, escalator, moving walk, dumbwaiter, platform lift, manlift, mechanical equipment used for the raising or lowering of any curtain, stage or orchestra floor, or any other conveyance device specifically covered and described in the Chicago Conveyance Device Code.

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$150

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$150

Due:

Annually by the date of issuance.

Chicago General Contractor License - Class A

Agency:City of Chicago Department of Buildings - Trade Licensing Program (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:Yes
Insurance Requirements:

Minimum liability insurance of $5 million per occurrence (primary or umbrella)

Notes:

Class A license: is subject to no limitation as to the value of any single contract project.

Initial Registration

Form:

Application for General Contractor License

Agency Fee:

$2,000

Required Attachments:
  • Proof of insurance
  • Certification from insurance company or insurance broker that it is currently rated B+ or better by A.M. Best Company.
  • For corporations and LLCs:
    • Attach additional sheet(s) listing the name, residence address, residence telephone number, social security number and date of birth of all corporate officers and registered agents
    • Attach Certificate of Good Standing from Illinois Secretary of State
    • Attach General Contractor’s License Affidavit for each (1) officer, director, manager, managing member or member of any entity seeking or holding a general contractor’s license; or (2) owns, directly or indirectly through one or more intermediate ownership entities, 25% or more of the interest in the licensee or applicant.
    • Attach a copy of the assumed name certificate issued by the County Clerk if applicable.
    • The driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph ID of the corporation's president or that of the local manager or the local
      director (for a corporation) or managing member (for an LLC) and the driver’s licenses or other stateissued ID’s bearing the photograph of anyone who either signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit
  • For partnerships:
    • Attach additional sheet(s) listing the name, residence address, residence telephone numbers, social security number and date of birth of all partners.
    • Attach General Contractor’s License Affidavit for (1) partner, general partner, limited partner, managers, managing member or member of any entity seeking or holding a general contractor’s license; or (2) owns, directly or indirectly through one or more intermediate ownership, 25% or more of the interest in the licensee or applicant.
    • Attach a copy of the assumed name certificate issued by the County Clerk if applicable.
    • The driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of the partner/managing partners primarily responsible for day to day management decisions for the partnership, and the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of anyone who signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit
  • For individuals/sole proprietorships:
    • Attach completed General Contractor’s License Affidavit for each (1) officer, director, manager, or member of any entity seeking or holding a general contractor’s license; or (2) owns, directly or indirectly through one or more intermediate ownership, 25% or more of the interest in the licensee or applicant, listing the name, residence address, residence telephone number, social security number and date of birth.
    • Attach a copy of the assumed name certificate issued by the County Clerk if applicable.
    • The applicant's driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the applicant’s photograph, as well as a driver’s licenses or other state-issued ID’s bearing the photograph of anyone who either signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit

Registration Renewal

Form:

General Contractor License Renewal Form

Agency Fee:

$2,000

Due:

Annually by the date of issuance. Renewals should be filed 90 days prior to the expiration date.

Required Attachments:
  • Certificate of Insurance
  • A signed copy of the General Contractor’s License Affidavit
  • A copy of photo identification according to the business structure below that applies to your company:
    • For an individual, the applicant's driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the applicant’s photograph, as well as a driver’s licenses or other state-issued ID’s bearing the photograph of anyone who either signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit (if different from the applicant, himself.)
    • For a general partnership, the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of the partner primarily responsible for day to day management decisions for the partnership, and the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of anyone who signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit (if different from the other two individuals.)
    • For a limited partnership, the driver’s licenses or other state-issued ID’s bearing the photograph of the managing partners, and the driver’s licenses or other state-issued ID’s bearing the photograph of anyone who signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit (if different from the other two individuals.)
    • For a limited liability corporation, the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph ID of the managing member and the driver’s licenses or other state-issued ID’s bearing the photograph of anyone who either signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit (if different from the other individuals.)
    • For a corporation, the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of the corporation's president or that of the local manager or the local director and the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of anyone who either signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit.

Amendment

Instructions:

You must submit a letter in writing to Continental Testing Services, Inc., notifying them of the address change. The letter must be on company letterhead including your license number, previous business address, and new business address. The letter must be signed by an authorized officer or member of the company.

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$0

Chicago General Contractor License - Class B

Agency:City of Chicago Department of Buildings - Trade Licensing Program (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:Yes
Insurance Requirements:

Minimum liability insurance of $3 million per occurrence (primary or umbrella)

Notes:

Class B license: is not entitled to engage in construction of any single contract project of value in excess of $10,000,000.

Initial Registration

Form:

Application for General Contractor License

Agency Fee:

$1,000

Required Attachments:
  • Proof of insurance
  • Certification from insurance company or insurance broker that it is currently rated B+ or better by A.M. Best Company.
  • For corporations and LLCs:
    • Attach additional sheet(s) listing the name, residence address, residence telephone number, social security number and date of birth of all corporate officers and registered agents
    • Attach Certificate of Good Standing from Illinois Secretary of State
    • Attach General Contractor’s License Affidavit for each (1) officer, director, manager, managing member or member of any entity seeking or holding a general contractor’s license; or (2) owns, directly or indirectly through one or more intermediate ownership entities, 25% or more of the interest in the licensee or applicant.
    • Attach a copy of the assumed name certificate issued by the County Clerk if applicable.
    • The driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph ID of the corporation's president or that of the local manager or the local
      director (for a corporation) or managing member (for an LLC) and the driver’s licenses or other stateissued ID’s bearing the photograph of anyone who either signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit
  • For partnerships:
    • Attach additional sheet(s) listing the name, residence address, residence telephone numbers, social security number and date of birth of all partners.
    • Attach General Contractor’s License Affidavit for (1) partner, general partner, limited partner, managers, managing member or member of any entity seeking or holding a general contractor’s license; or (2) owns, directly or indirectly through one or more intermediate ownership, 25% or more of the interest in the licensee or applicant.
    • Attach a copy of the assumed name certificate issued by the County Clerk if applicable.
    • The driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of the partner/managing partners primarily responsible for day to day management decisions for the partnership, and the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of anyone who signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit
  • For individuals/sole proprietorships:
    • Attach completed General Contractor’s License Affidavit for each (1) officer, director, manager, or member of any entity seeking or holding a general contractor’s license; or (2) owns, directly or indirectly through one or more intermediate ownership, 25% or more of the interest in the licensee or applicant, listing the name, residence address, residence telephone number, social security number and date of birth.
    • Attach a copy of the assumed name certificate issued by the County Clerk if applicable.
    • The applicant's driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the applicant’s photograph, as well as a driver’s licenses or other state-issued ID’s bearing the photograph of anyone who either signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit

Registration Renewal

Form:

General Contractor License Renewal Form

Agency Fee:

$1,000

Due:

Annually by the date of issuance. Renewals should be filed 90 days prior to the expiration date.

Required Attachments:
  • Certificate of Insurance
  • A signed copy of the General Contractor’s License Affidavit
  • A copy of photo identification according to the business structure below that applies to your company:
    • For an individual, the applicant's driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the applicant’s photograph, as well as a driver’s licenses or other state-issued ID’s bearing the photograph of anyone who either signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit (if different from the applicant, himself.)
    • For a general partnership, the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of the partner primarily responsible for day to day management decisions for the partnership, and the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of anyone who signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit (if different from the other two individuals.)
    • For a limited partnership, the driver’s licenses or other state-issued ID’s bearing the photograph of the managing partners, and the driver’s licenses or other state-issued ID’s bearing the photograph of anyone who signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit (if different from the other two individuals.)
    • For a limited liability corporation, the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph ID of the managing member and the driver’s licenses or other state-issued ID’s bearing the photograph of anyone who either signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit (if different from the other individuals.)
    • For a corporation, the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of the corporation's president or that of the local manager or the local director and the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of anyone who either signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit.

Amendment

Instructions:

You must submit a letter in writing to Continental Testing Services, Inc., notifying them of the address change. The letter must be on company letterhead including your license number, previous business address, and new business address. The letter must be signed by an authorized officer or member of the company.

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$0

Chicago General Contractor License - Class C

Agency:City of Chicago Department of Buildings - Trade Licensing Program (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:Yes
Insurance Requirements:

Minimum liability insurance of $1 million per occurrence and $2million aggregate

Notes:

Class C license: is not entitled to engage in construction of any single contract project of value in excess of $5,000,000.

Initial Registration

Form:

Application for General Contractor License

Agency Fee:

$750

Required Attachments:
  • Proof of insurance
  • Certification from insurance company or insurance broker that it is currently rated B+ or better by A.M. Best Company.
  • For corporations and LLCs:
    • Attach additional sheet(s) listing the name, residence address, residence telephone number, social security number and date of birth of all corporate officers and registered agents
    • Attach Certificate of Good Standing from Illinois Secretary of State
    • Attach General Contractor’s License Affidavit for each (1) officer, director, manager, managing member or member of any entity seeking or holding a general contractor’s license; or (2) owns, directly or indirectly through one or more intermediate ownership entities, 25% or more of the interest in the licensee or applicant.
    • Attach a copy of the assumed name certificate issued by the County Clerk if applicable.
    • The driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph ID of the corporation's president or that of the local manager or the local
      director (for a corporation) or managing member (for an LLC) and the driver’s licenses or other stateissued ID’s bearing the photograph of anyone who either signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit
  • For partnerships:
    • Attach additional sheet(s) listing the name, residence address, residence telephone numbers, social security number and date of birth of all partners.
    • Attach General Contractor’s License Affidavit for (1) partner, general partner, limited partner, managers, managing member or member of any entity seeking or holding a general contractor’s license; or (2) owns, directly or indirectly through one or more intermediate ownership, 25% or more of the interest in the licensee or applicant.
    • Attach a copy of the assumed name certificate issued by the County Clerk if applicable.
    • The driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of the partner/managing partners primarily responsible for day to day management decisions for the partnership, and the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of anyone who signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit
  • For individuals/sole proprietorships:
    • Attach completed General Contractor’s License Affidavit for each (1) officer, director, manager, or member of any entity seeking or holding a general contractor’s license; or (2) owns, directly or indirectly through one or more intermediate ownership, 25% or more of the interest in the licensee or applicant, listing the name, residence address, residence telephone number, social security number and date of birth.
    • Attach a copy of the assumed name certificate issued by the County Clerk if applicable.
    • The applicant's driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the applicant’s photograph, as well as a driver’s licenses or other state-issued ID’s bearing the photograph of anyone who either signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit

Registration Renewal

Form:

General Contractor License Renewal Form

Agency Fee:

$750

Due:

Annually by the date of issuance. Renewals should be filed 90 days prior to the expiration date.

Required Attachments:
  • Certificate of Insurance
  • A signed copy of the General Contractor’s License Affidavit
  • A copy of photo identification according to the business structure below that applies to your company:
    • For an individual, the applicant's driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the applicant’s photograph, as well as a driver’s licenses or other state-issued ID’s bearing the photograph of anyone who either signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit (if different from the applicant, himself.)
    • For a general partnership, the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of the partner primarily responsible for day to day management decisions for the partnership, and the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of anyone who signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit (if different from the other two individuals.)
    • For a limited partnership, the driver’s licenses or other state-issued ID’s bearing the photograph of the managing partners, and the driver’s licenses or other state-issued ID’s bearing the photograph of anyone who signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit (if different from the other two individuals.)
    • For a limited liability corporation, the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph ID of the managing member and the driver’s licenses or other state-issued ID’s bearing the photograph of anyone who either signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit (if different from the other individuals.)
    • For a corporation, the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of the corporation's president or that of the local manager or the local director and the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of anyone who either signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit.

Amendment

Instructions:

You must submit a letter in writing to Continental Testing Services, Inc., notifying them of the address change. The letter must be on company letterhead including your license number, previous business address, and new business address. The letter must be signed by an authorized officer or member of the company.

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$0

Chicago General Contractor License - Class D

Agency:City of Chicago Department of Buildings - Trade Licensing Program (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:Yes
Insurance Requirements:

Minimum liability insurance of $1 million per occurrence and $2million aggregate

Notes:

Class D license: is not entitled to engage in construction of any single contract project of value in excess of $2,000,000.

Initial Registration

Form:

Application for General Contractor License

Agency Fee:

$500

Required Attachments:
  • Proof of insurance
  • Certification from insurance company or insurance broker that it is currently rated B+ or better by A.M. Best Company.
  • For corporations and LLCs:
    • Attach additional sheet(s) listing the name, residence address, residence telephone number, social security number and date of birth of all corporate officers and registered agents
    • Attach Certificate of Good Standing from Illinois Secretary of State
    • Attach General Contractor’s License Affidavit for each (1) officer, director, manager, managing member or member of any entity seeking or holding a general contractor’s license; or (2) owns, directly or indirectly through one or more intermediate ownership entities, 25% or more of the interest in the licensee or applicant.
    • Attach a copy of the assumed name certificate issued by the County Clerk if applicable.
    • The driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph ID of the corporation's president or that of the local manager or the local
      director (for a corporation) or managing member (for an LLC) and the driver’s licenses or other stateissued ID’s bearing the photograph of anyone who either signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit
  • For partnerships:
    • Attach additional sheet(s) listing the name, residence address, residence telephone numbers, social security number and date of birth of all partners.
    • Attach General Contractor’s License Affidavit for (1) partner, general partner, limited partner, managers, managing member or member of any entity seeking or holding a general contractor’s license; or (2) owns, directly or indirectly through one or more intermediate ownership, 25% or more of the interest in the licensee or applicant.
    • Attach a copy of the assumed name certificate issued by the County Clerk if applicable.
    • The driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of the partner/managing partners primarily responsible for day to day management decisions for the partnership, and the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of anyone who signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit
  • For individuals/sole proprietorships:
    • Attach completed General Contractor’s License Affidavit for each (1) officer, director, manager, or member of any entity seeking or holding a general contractor’s license; or (2) owns, directly or indirectly through one or more intermediate ownership, 25% or more of the interest in the licensee or applicant, listing the name, residence address, residence telephone number, social security number and date of birth.
    • Attach a copy of the assumed name certificate issued by the County Clerk if applicable.
    • The applicant's driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the applicant’s photograph, as well as a driver’s licenses or other state-issued ID’s bearing the photograph of anyone who either signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit

Registration Renewal

Form:

General Contractor License Renewal Form

Agency Fee:

$500

Due:

Annually by the date of issuance. Renewals should be filed 90 days prior to the expiration date.

Required Attachments:
  • Certificate of Insurance
  • A signed copy of the General Contractor’s License Affidavit
  • A copy of photo identification according to the business structure below that applies to your company:
    • For an individual, the applicant's driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the applicant’s photograph, as well as a driver’s licenses or other state-issued ID’s bearing the photograph of anyone who either signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit (if different from the applicant, himself.)
    • For a general partnership, the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of the partner primarily responsible for day to day management decisions for the partnership, and the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of anyone who signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit (if different from the other two individuals.)
    • For a limited partnership, the driver’s licenses or other state-issued ID’s bearing the photograph of the managing partners, and the driver’s licenses or other state-issued ID’s bearing the photograph of anyone who signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit (if different from the other two individuals.)
    • For a limited liability corporation, the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph ID of the managing member and the driver’s licenses or other state-issued ID’s bearing the photograph of anyone who either signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit (if different from the other individuals.)
    • For a corporation, the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of the corporation's president or that of the local manager or the local director and the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of anyone who either signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit.

Amendment

Instructions:

You must submit a letter in writing to Continental Testing Services, Inc., notifying them of the address change. The letter must be on company letterhead including your license number, previous business address, and new business address. The letter must be signed by an authorized officer or member of the company.

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$0

Chicago General Contractor License - Class E

Agency:City of Chicago Department of Buildings - Trade Licensing Program (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:Yes
Insurance Requirements:

Minimum liability insurance of $1 million per occurrence

Notes:

Class E license: is not entitled to engage in construction of any single contract project of value in excess of $500,000

Initial Registration

Form:

Application for General Contractor License

Agency Fee:

$300

Required Attachments:
  • Proof of insurance
  • Certification from insurance company or insurance broker that it is currently rated B+ or better by A.M. Best Company.
  • For corporations and LLCs:
    • Attach additional sheet(s) listing the name, residence address, residence telephone number, social security number and date of birth of all corporate officers and registered agents
    • Attach Certificate of Good Standing from Illinois Secretary of State
    • Attach General Contractor’s License Affidavit for each (1) officer, director, manager, managing member or member of any entity seeking or holding a general contractor’s license; or (2) owns, directly or indirectly through one or more intermediate ownership entities, 25% or more of the interest in the licensee or applicant.
    • Attach a copy of the assumed name certificate issued by the County Clerk if applicable.
    • The driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph ID of the corporation's president or that of the local manager or the local
      director (for a corporation) or managing member (for an LLC) and the driver’s licenses or other stateissued ID’s bearing the photograph of anyone who either signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit
  • For partnerships:
    • Attach additional sheet(s) listing the name, residence address, residence telephone numbers, social security number and date of birth of all partners.
    • Attach General Contractor’s License Affidavit for (1) partner, general partner, limited partner, managers, managing member or member of any entity seeking or holding a general contractor’s license; or (2) owns, directly or indirectly through one or more intermediate ownership, 25% or more of the interest in the licensee or applicant.
    • Attach a copy of the assumed name certificate issued by the County Clerk if applicable.
    • The driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of the partner/managing partners primarily responsible for day to day management decisions for the partnership, and the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of anyone who signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit
  • For individuals/sole proprietorships:
    • Attach completed General Contractor’s License Affidavit for each (1) officer, director, manager, or member of any entity seeking or holding a general contractor’s license; or (2) owns, directly or indirectly through one or more intermediate ownership, 25% or more of the interest in the licensee or applicant, listing the name, residence address, residence telephone number, social security number and date of birth.
    • Attach a copy of the assumed name certificate issued by the County Clerk if applicable.
    • The applicant's driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the applicant’s photograph, as well as a driver’s licenses or other state-issued ID’s bearing the photograph of anyone who either signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit

Registration Renewal

Form:

General Contractor License Renewal Form

Agency Fee:

$300

Due:

Annually by the date of issuance. Renewals should be filed 90 days prior to the expiration date.

Required Attachments:
  • Certificate of Insurance
  • A signed copy of the General Contractor’s License Affidavit
  • A copy of photo identification according to the business structure below that applies to your company:
    • For an individual, the applicant's driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the applicant’s photograph, as well as a driver’s licenses or other state-issued ID’s bearing the photograph of anyone who either signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit (if different from the applicant, himself.)
    • For a general partnership, the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of the partner primarily responsible for day to day management decisions for the partnership, and the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of anyone who signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit (if different from the other two individuals.)
    • For a limited partnership, the driver’s licenses or other state-issued ID’s bearing the photograph of the managing partners, and the driver’s licenses or other state-issued ID’s bearing the photograph of anyone who signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit (if different from the other two individuals.)
    • For a limited liability corporation, the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph ID of the managing member and the driver’s licenses or other state-issued ID’s bearing the photograph of anyone who either signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit (if different from the other individuals.)
    • For a corporation, the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of the corporation's president or that of the local manager or the local director and the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of anyone who either signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit.

Amendment

Instructions:

You must submit a letter in writing to Continental Testing Services, Inc., notifying them of the address change. The letter must be on company letterhead including your license number, previous business address, and new business address. The letter must be signed by an authorized officer or member of the company.

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$0

Chicago Mason Contractor License

Agency:City of Chicago Department of Buildings - Trade Licensing Program (IL)
Notes:

A mason contractor license is required to perform work in stone, concrete, terra cotta (including clay brick), or structural tile, or any combination of these materials when used as part of buildings or structures above- or below-ground.

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$95 exam fee (per exam) + $500 license fee due after passing exam

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$100

Due:

Annually by the date of issuance.

Chicago Plumbing Contractor License

Agency:City of Chicago Department of Buildings - Trade Licensing Program (IL)
Notes:

A City of Chicago plumbing contractor license is required to install, alter, repair, or maintain any piping, fixtures, appurtenances, and appliances for a supply of water for all purposes in and about buildings, structures and public places where persons live, work, or assemble, including lawn sprinkler systems, and shall also include all piping, fixtures, appurtenances, and appliances for sanitary drainage and related ventilating system within a building, and all piping, fixtures, appurtenances, and appliances outside a building connecting the building with the source of water supply on the premises or the main in the public way, also all piping, fixtures, appurtenances, appliances, drains, and waste pipes carrying sewage from the foundation walls of a building to the building sewer (more than 5 feet beyond the foundation walls), except minor repairs by a person upon the person’s own premises.

Initial Registration

Form:

Plumbing Contractor License Application

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:

$100

Registration Renewal

Form:

Trade License Renewal Form

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:

$60

Due:

Annually

Chicago Private Alarm Contractor Registration

Agency:City of Chicago Department of Buildings - Trade Licensing Program (IL)
Notes:
  • Private alarm contractor registrations are issued as a courtesy to Illinois-licensed private alarm contractors and private alarm contractor agencies to allow them to be listed on permits for private alarm work in the City of Chicago without holding a City of Chicago electrical contractor license.
  • State-licensed private alarm contractors that will be performing electrical work in addition to private alarm work within the City of Chicago must obtain an electrical contractor license instead of a private alarm contractor registration.

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$0

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$0

Due:

A private alarm contractor registration expires on the same date as the corresponding license issued by the State of Illinois.

City of Crest Hill Contractor License

Agency:City of Crest Hill Building Department (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:

Insurance certificate must show the City of Crest Hill as the certificate holder. 

  • Bodily Injury Liability: $1,000,000
  • Property Damage Liability: $500,000
  • Worker's Compensation : as required by the State of Illinois
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application 

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

$100

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

$100

Due:

Annually by December 31. 

Village of Crestwood Contractor Permit

Agency:Village of Crestwood Building and Zoning Department (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:

Certificate of Insurance with the Village of Crestwood listed as additional insured. 

Bond Requirements:

$5,000 Surety Bond

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor License Registration Registration Application 

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

General Contractor $100, Sub-Contractor $25

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

General Contractor $100, Sub-Contractor $25

Due:

Annually by December 31.

City of Danville Contractor License

Agency:City of Danville Community Development Department (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:

Proof of liability insurance of at least $1,000,000

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

$100

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

$100

Due:

Annually by April 30. 

City of Darien Contractor License

Agency:City of Darien Building Division (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Registration Renewal

Agency Fee:

$60 Annual Fee
$30 Half Year Fee - license issued November 1 - March 15

Due:

Annually by May 1st

City of Dekalb Contractor Registration

Agency:City of Dekalb - Community Development Department - Building & Code Compliance Division (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:
  • Commercial General Liability Insurance in amounts not less than $100,000 per person and $300,000 per occurrence
  • Automobile Insurance in amounts not less than the minimum set by the State of Illinois
  • Worker's Compensation Insurance in amounts not less than the minimum set by the State of Illinois
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor Registration Application

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$50

Required Attachments:
  • Certificate of Insurance

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor Registration Application

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$50

Due:

Annually by December 31

Required Attachments:
  • Certificate of Insurance

City of Dixon Contractor License

Agency:City of Dixon Building & Zoning Department (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:
  • Certificate of Insurance showing City of Dixon as certificate holder:
    • $100,000/$300,000 Public Liability or
    • $300,000 Combined Single Limit Policy
    • $50,000 Property Damage
    • $10,000 per occurrence for “Home Repair/Remodel not in Conformance with Applicable Codes”
Bond Requirements:

$15,000 License/Permit Bond honoring the City of Dixon

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor Application & Requirements

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

$50

Required Attachments:
  • Insurance requirement 
  • Bond requirement 
  • State licenses, if applicable 

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor Application & Requirements

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

$50

Due:

Annually by the date of issuance.

Village of Dolton Contractor License

Agency:Village of Dolton Building Department (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:

A certificate of insurance; limits not less than $100,000.00 for personal injury and property damage limits not less than $50,000.00. The Village of Dolton named as the certificate holder. It is the responsibility of the contractor to
provide updates

Bond Requirements:

A surety bond in the amount of $10,000.00 payable to the Village of Dolton. Except Demolition Contractors require a $20,000.00 bond

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No
Requirement Notes:

Inspection is required. Contractors must call 24 hours in advance to schedule an inspection. A rough inspection is required before closing of covering walls, ceilings containing electrical, plumbing. All concrete frame work requires pre- pouring inspection

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor License Application 

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

$350

Required Attachments:
  • A certificate of insurance; limits not less than $100,000.00 for personal injury and property damage limits not less than $50,000.00. The Village of Dolton named as the certificate holder. It is the responsibility of the contractor to provide updates.
  • A surety bond in the amount of $10,000.00 payable to the Village of Dolton.
    Except Demolition Contractors require a $20,000.00 bond
  • A copy of your driver’s license or state-issued ID.
  • State licenses, if applicable 

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor License Application 

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

$350

Due:

Annually by April 30.

Village East Hazel Crest Business/Contractor Business License

Agency:Village of East Hazel Crest (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:

Certificate of Insurance with the Village of East Hazel Crest listed as "additionally insured" in the description box (Contractor Business License only) 

Bond Requirements:

$10,000 Surety Bond (except plumbers) (Contractor Business License only) 

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

East Hazel Crest Based Business License Application or Contractor's Business License Application

Filing Method:

Mail or in person 

Agency Fee:
  • East Hazel Crest Based Business License: Determined by business type. See fee schedule. 
  • Contractor's Business License: General Contractor $200, Sub-Contractor $150
Original Ink:Required
Required Attachments:
  • Contractor's Business License
    • Business License Application returned with original signature
    • Certificate of Insurance with the Village of East Hazel Crest listed as "additionally insured" in the description box
    • $10,000 Surety Bond (except plumbers)
    • Applicable State Licensing
    • Applicant's State ID

Registration Renewal

Form:

East Hazel Crest Based Business License  or Contractor's Business License

Filing Method:

Mail or in person 

Agency Fee:
  • East Hazel Crest Based Business License: Determined by business type. See fee schedule. 
  • Contractor's Business License: General Contractor $200, Sub-Contractor $150
Due:

Annually by April 30. 

Original Ink:Required
Required Attachments:
  • Contractor's Business License 
    • Business License Application returned with original signature
    • Certificate of Insurance with the Village of East Hazel Crest listed as "additionally insured" in the description box
    • $10,000 Surety Bond (except plumbers)
    • Applicable State Licensing
    • Applicant's State ID    

Elk Grove Village Business License

Agency:Elk Grove Village Finance Department (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees determined by business type. 

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees determined by business type.

Due:

Annually by June 1. 

Village of Elwood Contractor Registration

Agency:Village of Elwood - Building Department (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:
  • Worker's Compensation Insurance in an amount not less than $1,000,000
  • Liability Insurance in amounts not less than:
    • Bodily Injury $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate
    • Personal Liability $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate
    • Property Damage $1,000,000 aggregate
  • The certificate holder must be listed as the Village of Elwood
Bond Requirements:
  • $10,000
  • A Bond is only required to be issued before the commencement of construction or services within the Village of Elwood
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$100 registration fee

Required Attachments:
  • Certificate of Insurance
  • Bond, if applicable

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$100 renewal fee

Due:

Annually by April 30

Required Attachments:
  • Certificate of Insurance
  • Bond, if applicable

Evanston General Contractor Registration

Agency:City of Evanston Building and Inspection Services (IL)

Evanston Trade Contractor Registration

Agency:City of Evanston Building and Inspection Services (IL)

Village of Evergreen Park Contractor License

Agency:Village of Evergreen Park Building Department (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:

All contractors liense applications must be sumbitted witha Certificate of General Liability Insurance with the Village of Evergreen Park listed as the certificate holder. 

Bond Requirements:

Bonds are required for electricians ($5,000 surety bond) and sewer contractors ($20,000 surety bond) only. 

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application 

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

General Contractors $225, Sub-Contractor and Service Contractors $150

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

General Contractors $225, Sub-Contractors and Service Contractors $150

Due:

Annually by December 31.

Village of Forest Park Contractor License

Agency:Village of Forest Park Building/Community Development (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:

Proof of $1,000,000 Liability Insurance (Listing Village of Forest Park as Certificate Holder).

Bond Requirements:

$10,000 Surety Bond (License & Permit Bond), $30,000 Surety Bond (Demolition Contractors)

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

$100

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

$100

Due:

Annually by April 30.

Village of Frankfort Contractor License

Agency:Village of Frankfort Development Services Department (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:

Certificate of insunrance with $1,000,000 general liability, $500,000 auto liability,  $2,000,000 excess liability, and $100,000 workman's comp and employer liability. 

Bond Requirements:

$25,000 permit bond

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

$150

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

$150

Due:

Annually by date of issuance. 

Village of Franklin Park Contractor License

Agency:Village of Franklin Park - Building Department (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:
  • General Liability Insurance in an amount not less than $1,000,000
  • The Certificate holder must be Village of Franklin Park 9500 West Belmont Avenue Franklin Park, IL 60131
Bond Requirements:
  • $10,000 license and permit bond specific to type of work contractor will be performing (all contractors except demolition)
  • $50,000 license and permit bond (demolition contractors only)
  • The bond holder must be Village of Franklin Park 9500 West Belmont Avenue Franklin Park, IL 60131
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor License Application

Filing Method:

Mail or fax

Agency Fee:
  • $250 (General Contractors)
  • $100 (All other contractors except state-licensed plumbing contractors)
  • $0 for Plumbing Contractors with a current and valid Illinois State Plumbing License
Required Attachments:
  • Bond
  • Certificate of Insurance
  • Copy of Illinois State License (Plumbing & Roofing Contractors)
  • Copy of City license (Sewer & Drain Contractors)
  • Certification of Registration from City of Chicago or a neighboring town currently testing with an active electrical commission that is approved by the Village (Electrical Contractors)
  • Copy of $20,000 Illinois Department of Public Health Bond or State of Illinois Department of Public Health License (Plumbing Contractors)
  • Letter of intent on company letterhead to Building Department to be added to permits (Subcontractors)

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor License Application

Filing Method:

Mail or fax

Agency Fee:
  • $250 (General Contractors)
  • $100 (All other contractors except state-licensed plumbing contractors)
  • $0 for Plumbing Contractors with a current and valid Illinois State Plumbing License
Due:

Annually by April 30

Required Attachments:
  • Bond
  • Certificate of Insurance
  • Copy of Illinois State License (Plumbing & Roofing Contractors)
  • Copy of City license (Sewer & Drain Contractors)
  • Certification of Registration from City of Chicago or a neighboring town currently testing with an active electrical commission that is approved by the Village (Electrical Contractors)
  • Copy of $20,000 Illinois Department of Public Health Bond or State of Illinois Department of Public Health License (Plumbing Contractors)

Village of Glen Ellyn Contractor Registration

Agency:Village of Glen Ellyn Building Division (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Village of Hanover Park General Contractor License

Agency:Village of Hanover Park Inspectional Services Division (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor License Application

Filing Method:

Mail or Online

Agency Fee:

General Contractor (Over-Seeing Jobs): $105 + $10 for each additional trade
All Other Contractors: $50 + $10 for each additional trade

Notes:

The following Contractors are required to submit additional documentation:

  • Electricians: Current License from a Testing Authority
  • Fire Alarm: Current License from the State of Illinois (no bond or fee)
  • Fire Sprinkler: Current License from the State of Illinois
  • Plumbers: 055 & 058 Licenses and Letter of Intent (no bond or fee)
  • Roofers: Current License from the State of Illinois (no bond)
Bond Amount:

Sewer Contractors: $20,000 Permit Bond
All Other Contractors: $10,000 Permit Bond

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor License Renewal

Filing Method:

Mail or Online

Agency Fee:

General Contractor (Over-Seeing Jobs): $105 + $10 for each additional trade
All Other Contractors: $50 + $10 for each additional trade

Due:

Annually by January 31

Notes:

The following Contractors are required to submit additional documentation:

  • Electricians: Current License from a Testing Authority
  • Fire Alarm: Current License from the State of Illinois (no bond or fee)
  • Fire Sprinkler: Current License from the State of Illinois
  • Plumbers: 055 & 058 Licenses and Letter of Intent (no bond or fee)
  • Roofers: Current License from the State of Illinois (no bond)
Bond Amount:

Sewer Contractors: $20,000 Permit Bond
All Other Contractors: $10,000 Permit Bond

Village of Harwood Heights Contractor License

Agency:Village of Harwood Heights Building Department (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

City of Hickory Hills Contractor License

Agency:City of Hickory Hills Building Department (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:

Certificate of Insurance with limits of not less than $1000,000 per erson and $300,000 per accident for bodily injury and not less than $25,000 for property damage arising out of any work  performed within the City limits. 

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application 

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

$100

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor License Registratoin Application (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

$100

Due:

Annually by December 31.

Village of Hillside Contractor License

Agency:Village of Hillside Building Services (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

City of Homewood Building Permit

Agency:Village of Homewood Building Department (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

See fee schedule here 

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

See fee schedule here

Due:

Annually by the date of issuance.

Village of Itasca Contractor License

Agency:Village of Itasca Community Development Department (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:

A Certificate of Insurance (COI) is required and must list the Village of Itasca as a certificate holder.

Bond Requirements:

$10,000 Code Compliance Bond

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$100, prorated fee avaiable. 

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$100

Due:

Annually by December 31. 

Village of La Grange Park Contractor License

Agency:Village of La Grange Park Building Department (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Village of Lemont Contractor License

Agency:Village of Lemont Building Department (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:

Certificate of Insurance naming the Village of Lemont as additional insured meeting these requirements (A certificate of insurance is not required for
Plumbing or Irrigation contractors):
1. Worker's Compensation & Employee Liability: Not less than $100,000 per person.
2. Comprehensive Public Liability: Not less than $250,000 for injuries, including accidental death to any one person & subject to the same limits for
each person, in an amount of any one accident.
3. Property Damage: Not less than $100,000 for damage to property in any one accident with an aggregate limit of not less than $300,000.

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application 

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$100

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

$100

Due:

Annually by December 31. 

Village of Libertyville Electrical License

Agency:Village of Libertyville Community Development Department - Building Division (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:

Electrical contractors must have a certificate of insurance with Village of Libertyville listed as the certificate holder and worker's compensation insurance.

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$60 exam fee + $40 license fee due after passing the exam.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$100

Due:

Annually by December 31.

Village of Lombard Contractor License

Agency:The Village of Lombard Building Department (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:

Certificate of insurance with a minimum $300,000 single limit manufacturer’s and contractor’s liability.

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$100

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$100

Due:

Annually by date of issuance.

Village of Manteno Contractor Registration

Agency:Village of Manteno - Building & Zoning Department (IL)
Law:

Manteno, Ill., Municipal Code § 8-1-9.

Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:
  • Liability Insurance is required in amounts not less than $1,000,000 general liability, $50,000 property damage, and $100,000 worker's compensation
  • The certificate holder must be listed as the Village of Manteno
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor License Application

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$150 annual fee

Required Attachments:
  • Certificate of Insurance
  • State License (Plumbing & Roofing)
  • Affidavit of Employment, if applicable

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor License Application (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$150 annual fee

Due:

Annually by date of issuance

Required Attachments:
  • Certificate of Insurance
  • State License (Plumbing and Roofing)
  • Affidavit of Employment, if applicable

City of Marion Electrical Contractor License

Agency:City of Marion - City Clerk's Office (IL)
Law:

City of Marion, Ill., Municipal Code § 4-11.

Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Bond Requirements:
  • $20,000 
  • Surety company must be approved by the City Clerk
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No
Requirement Notes:

Applicants applying for the first time must pass an electrical exam with a minimum score of 75%. This exam must be scheduled with the Building and Code Services Department. Contact them at (618) 993-2422.


If an applicant has taken an electrical exam for licensure in another area, then the exam requirement may be waived at the discretion of the Building and Code Services Department.

Initial Registration

Form:

There is no application form for an Electrical Contractor license in the City of Marion. Applicants must submit all the required documentation to the City Clerk's Office and contact the Building and Code Services Department to schedule an exam. 

Filing Method:

Mail, e-mail, or in-person

Agency Fee:

$25 annual fee

Before you Apply:

It is recommended to contact the City Clerk's office prior to coming in to ensure all required documentation is submitted

Required Attachments:
  • Bond

Registration Renewal

Form:

There is no renewal form for an Electrical Contractor license in the City of Marion. License holders must submit all the required documentation to the City Clerk's Office to be eligible for license renewal.

Filing Method:

Mail, e-mail, or in-person

Agency Fee:

$25 annual fee

Due:

Annually by January 31

Before you Apply:

Applicants must complete 8 hours of CE each year in order to renew their license

Required Attachments:
  • Bond
  • Continuing Education Certificate
  • Current City of Marion Electrical Contractor License

Village of Maywood Contractor License

Agency:Village of Maywood Community Development Department (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:

Certificate of Insurance

Bond Requirements:

$5,000 Bond

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application 

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

$100

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

$100

Due:

Annually by date of issuance. 

Village of McCook Contractor License

Agency:Village of McCook License Department (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:

Certificate of insurance (with Village of McCook listed as certificate holder)

Bond Requirements:

$10,000 Surety Bond 

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application 

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

$100

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor License Registation Application (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

$100

Due:

Annually by December 31. 

Village of Melrose Park Contractor Registration

Agency:Village of Melrose Park - Building Department (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:
  • General Liability Insurance for no less than $1,000,000
  • The Certificate holder must read Village of Melrose Park
Bond Requirements:
  • $10,000 license and permit bond (not required for plumbers)
  • Village of Melrose Park must be the holder of the original bond
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor Registration Application

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:
  • Contractors: $125
  • Roofers: $125
  • Plumbers: $0
  • Electricians: $125
  • Mechanical/HVAC: $125
  • Landscapers: $130
Required Attachments:
  • Bond (not required for plumbers)
  • Certificate of Insurance (not required for plumbers)
  • State License, if applicable
  • IDPH License, if applicable
  • Exam Certificate, if applicable

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor Registration Application (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:
  • Contractors: $125
  • Roofers: $125
  • Plumbers: $0
  • Electricians: $125
  • Mechanical/HVAC: $125
  • Landscapers: $130
Due:

Annually by date of issuance

Required Attachments:
  • Bond (not required for plumbers)
  • Certificate of Insurance (not required for plumbers)
  • State License, if applicable
  • IDPH License, if applicable
  • Exam Certificate, if applicable

Village of Midlothian Contractor License

Agency:Village of Midlothian Building and Zoning Department (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

City of Moline General Contractor License

Agency:City of Moline Public Works Department (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:
  • Certificate of Insurance - Show City of Moline as the certificate holder with 30-day written cancellation notice.

  • Public Liability & Property Damage Insurance - $100,000 per occurrence of property damage $300,000 per occurrence for injury to persons

  • Worker’s Compensation Insurance - Certificate from insurance provider, or certificate of approval as a self-insurer issued by Illinois Industrial Commission, or if applicant has no employees, submit sworn statement stating that fact.

Bond Requirements:

$5,000

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor Registration Form

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

$75

Required Attachments:
  • Certificate of insurance to the City of Moline in the amount of $100,000 property damage and $300,000 personal injury per occurrence.
  • $5000 continuous license/permit bond on City of Moline bond form.

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor Registration Form

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

$75

Due:

Annually by April 30.

Required Attachments:
  • Certificate of insurance to the City of Moline in the amount of $100,000 property damage and $300,000 personal injury per occurrence.
  • $5000 continuous license/permit bond on City of Moline bond form.

Village of Monee Contractor / Sub Contractor License

Agency:Village of Monee (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:

Certificate of insurance listing the Village of Monee as a certificate holder with a minimum General Liability of $1,000,000 , Properrt Damage and Bodily Injury $50,000 and Workmen's Comp $100,000. 

Bond Requirements:

$20,000 Surety Bond made out to the Village. 

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application

Filing Method:

Email buildingservices@villageofmonee.org

Agency Fee:

General Contractors $150, Sub Contractors $100

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Email buildingservices@villageofmonee.org

Agency Fee:

General Contractors $150, Sub Contractors $100

Due:

Annually by December 31. 

City of Morris Contractor Registration

Agency:City of Morris - Building & Zoning Office (IL)
Law:

Morris, Ill., Municipal Code § 12.492.

Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:
  • General Liability Insurance in amounts not less than $300,000 Bodily Injury, $100,000 Property Damage, and Worker's Compensation as required by the Industrial Commission of Illinois
  • Business Auto Liability Insurance in amounts not less than $300,000 Bodily Injury and $50,000 Property Damage
Bond Requirements:
  • General Contractors: $20,000 
  • All Other Contractors: $10,000
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor Registration

Filing Method:

Mail, e-mail, or fax

Agency Fee:
  • General Contractors: $200 registration fee
  • All Other Contractors (including subcontractors): $100 registration fee
  • The registration fee is prorated by 50% for applications submitted after November 1
Required Attachments:
  • Bond
  • Certificate of Insurance
  • Proof of Worker's Compensation Insurance
  • State License, if applicable

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Mail, e-mail, or fax

Agency Fee:
  • General Contractors: $200 registration fee
  • All Other Contractors (including subcontractors): $100 registration fee
Due:

Annually by April 30

Notes:

Renewal notices and instructions will be emailed prior to the expiration of the registration

Required Attachments:
  • Bond
  • Certificate of Insurance
  • Proof of Worker's Compensation Insurance
  • State License, if applicable

Morton Grove Contractors Business License

Agency:Morton Grove Building and Inspectional Services Department (IL)

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor Business License Application

Agency Fee:

$100 for most license types. Plumbing, roofing, and fire alarm/sprinkler contractors are not required to pay a fee.

Required Attachments:

Depends on the type of license:

General Contractors, Excavators, Demolition Contractors, Concrete Contractors, Masonry, Sewer Contractors and Misc. must provide the following:

  • $10,000 Bond including the information listed above; and
  • $1,000,000 Certificate of Insurance naming the Village of Morton Grove as additional insured as well as listing the Village as Certificate Holder

 

Plumbing Contractors, Sewer Contractors, must provide the following:

  • State of Illinois Permit, Certification, or Registration issued by the Department of Public Health, as well as a copy of the Plumber’s License with a picture I.D.

 

Electrical Contractors must provide the following:

  • $10,000 Bond including the information listed above;
  • $1,000,000 Certificate of Insurance naming the Village of Morton Grove as additional insured as well as listing the Village as Certificate Holder; and
  • A copy of the electrical license

 

HVAC Contractors must provide the following:

  • $10,000 Bond including the information listed above; and
  • $1,000,000 Certificate of Insurance naming the Village of Morton Grove as additional insured as well as listing the Village as Certificate Holder

 

Roofing Contractors must provide the following:

  • $10,000 Bond including the information listed above;
  • $1,000,000 Certificate of Insurance naming the Village of Morton Grove as additional insured as well as listing the Village as Certificate Holder; and
  • A copy of the State Roofing License

 

Landscaping Contractors must provide the following:

  • $1,000,000 Certificate of Insurance naming the Village of Morton Grove as additional insured as well as listing the Village as Certificate Holder; and
  • $10,000 Bond including the information listed above

 

Fire Alarm Contractors, Fire Sprinkler Contractors must provide the following:

  • State of Illinois, Certification, or Registration issued by the Office of the State Fire Marshal Division of Fire Prevention

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor Business License Application (Renewal)

Agency Fee:

$100 for most license types. Plumbing, roofing, and fire alarm/sprinkler contractors are not required to pay a fee.

Due:

Annually by the end of the registration anniversary month.

Required Attachments:

Depends on the type of license:

General Contractors, Excavators, Demolition Contractors, Concrete Contractors, Masonry, Sewer Contractors and Misc. must provide the following:

  • $10,000 Bond including the information listed above; and
  • $1,000,000 Certificate of Insurance naming the Village of Morton Grove as additional insured as well as listing the Village as Certificate Holder
     

Plumbing Contractors, Sewer Contractors, must provide the following:

  • State of Illinois Permit, Certification, or Registration issued by the Department of Public Health, as well as a copy of the Plumber’s License with a picture I.D.
     

Electrical Contractors must provide the following:

  • $10,000 Bond including the information listed above;
  • $1,000,000 Certificate of Insurance naming the Village of Morton Grove as additional insured as well as listing the Village as Certificate Holder; and
  • A copy of the electrical license
     

HVAC Contractors must provide the following:

  • $10,000 Bond including the information listed above; and
  • $1,000,000 Certificate of Insurance naming the Village of Morton Grove as additional insured as well as listing the Village as Certificate Holder
     

Roofing Contractors must provide the following:

  • $10,000 Bond including the information listed above;
  • $1,000,000 Certificate of Insurance naming the Village of Morton Grove as additional insured as well as listing the Village as Certificate Holder; and
  • A copy of the State Roofing License
     

Landscaping Contractors must provide the following:

  • $1,000,000 Certificate of Insurance naming the Village of Morton Grove as additional insured as well as listing the Village as Certificate Holder; and
  • $10,000 Bond including the information listed above
     

Fire Alarm Contractors, Fire Sprinkler Contractors must provide the following:

  • State of Illinois, Certification, or Registration issued by the Office of the State Fire Marshal Division of Fire Prevention

City of Naperville Electrical Contractor Registration

Agency:Naperville City Clerk's Office (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

City of Naperville Sidewalk Contractor License

Agency:City of Naperville Community Services Department (IL)
Law:

City of Naperville Municipal Code - Sidewalk Contractors

Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Sidewalk Contractor Registration Application 

Filing Method:

In person 

Agency Fee:

$30 

Turnaround:

5 business days 

Town of Normal Electrical Contractor Registration

Agency:Town of Normal - Inspections Department (IL)
Law:

Normal, Ill., Municipal Code § 11.4-1.

Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Notes:

Pursuant to § 11.4-1A.6 of the Town of Normal Municipal Code, applicants who are currently registered or licensed in any jurisdiction in the State of Illinois where the licensing requirements are equal to or greater than those laid out by the Town of Normal, shall not be required to take the examination or pay a license fee but will be required to submit a copy of the current registration or license with the Electrical Inspector and pay a registration fee. 

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No
Requirement Notes:

First-time applicants must pass the relevant electrical examination administered by the ICC or its designated testing agent.


Applicants must be 18 years of age and possess either 4 years of practical experience OR possess 1 year of practical experience AND have successfully completed a relevant course of study through a recognized school.

Registration Renewal

Form:

Electrical Contractor Registration (use renewal form)

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$50 registration fee

Registration Renewal

Form:

Electrical Contractor Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$50 renewal fee

Due:

Annually by December 31

Village of Norridge Contractor License

Agency:Village of Norridge Building / Health Department (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:

A certificate of liability insurance must be provided at the time of application. Village of Norridge as certificate holder 4000 N. Olcott Ave. Norridge, IL 60706.

Bond Requirements:
  • The license and permit bond must be in the amount of $10,000.00.
  • The license and permit bond for Concrete & Roofer must be in the amount of $25,000.00 The Village of Norridge is to be named as obligee on the bond.
  • The bond must be trade specific as per the attached list.
  • The bond must expire 12/31/2022 and needs to be an original bond.
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$100

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$100

Due:

Annually by December 31.  

City of Northlake Contractor Registration

Agency:City of Northlake Planning and Development Department (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Village of Oak Park Contractor Registration

Agency:Village of Oak Park Development Customer Services Department (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Village of Palatine Contractor License

Agency:Village of Palatine Community Development Department (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Bond Requirements:

Bond amount is determined by fee schedule. See Contractor Registration Requirements here. 

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$258, a prorated fee of  $129 is avaiable after July 1st. 

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$258

Due:

Annually by December 31. 

City of Palos Hills Contractor License

Agency:City of Palos Hills Community Development-Building (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Village of Palos Park Contractor Registration

Agency:Village of Palos Park Building Department (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:

Certificate of Liability Insurance, General Comprehensive Liability $300,000 per occurrence with the Village as “Certificate Holder”. 

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application

Filing Method:

Email permits@palospark.org

Agency Fee:

$100, prorated fees available. 

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Email permits@palospark.org 

Agency Fee:

$100

Due:

Annually by December 31. 

Village of Park Forest Contractor License

Agency:Village of Park Forest Building/Community Development (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Village of Peotone Contractor Registration

Agency:Village of Peotone - Building & Code Department (IL)
Law:

Peotone, Ill., Municipal Code § 150.076.

Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:

General Contractors:

  • General Liability in an amount not less than $1,000,000 per occurrence
  • Property Damage in an amount not less than $50,000
  • Worker's Compensation per statutory limits

 

Subcontractors:

  • General Liability in an amount not less than $300,000 per occurrence
  • Property Damage in an amount not less than $50,000
  • Worker's Compensation per statutory limits
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor Registration

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:
  • General Contractors: $100 registration fee
  • Subcontractors: $50 registration fee
Required Attachments:
  • Certificate of Insurance
  • State License (Plumbing, Roofing, and Irrigation Installation)
  • Valid government issued Photo ID (Roofing)

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor Registration (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:
  • General Contractors: $100 renewal fee
  • Subcontractors: $50 renewal fee
Due:

Annually by March 31

Required Attachments:
  • Certificate of Insurance
  • State License (Plumbing, Roofing, and Irrigation Installation)
  • Valid government issued Photo ID (Roofing)

City of Peru Contractor Registration

Agency:City of Peru Building and Zoning Department (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:

Certificat eof insurance with General Liability $500,000/Property Damage Liability $5000,000/Workers Comensation as required by the state industrial commission/business auto $3000,000

Bond Requirements:

$10,000 surety bond

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$100

Required Attachments:
  • Surety Bond
  • Proof of insurance 

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$100

Due:

Annually by the date of issuance.

Required Attachments:
  • Proof of insurance 
  • Surety Bond 

Village of Plainfield Contractor License

Agency:Village of Plainfield Building Department (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:

Certificate of insurance with general liability in the amount of $1,000,000 listing the Village of Plainfield as certificate holder.

Bond Requirements:

$10,000 Surety Bond

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

$50

Registration Renewal

Instructions:

Contractor License Registration Application (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$50

Due:

Annually by date of issuance. 

Village of River Grove Contractor License

Agency:Village of River Grove Building Department (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor's license Application

Filing Method:

Paper

Agency Fee:

$125 General Contractor

$100 Subcontractor

Due:

Annually by April 30th

Before you Apply:

1. Certificatet of Insurance required for each permit application ($1,000,000
minimum liability). Village of River Grove listed as certificate holder.
2. $10,000 permit bond for each contractor and subcontractor.
3. Village of River Grove Contractor's license required for all contractors and subcontractors.
4. Plumbing and roofing contractors also require a copy of state license.
5. Electrical contractors also require a copy of registration from licensing municipality.

Bond Amount:

$10,000

Village of Riverdale Contractor Registration

Agency:Village of Riverdale Inspectional Services Department (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Riverside Village Contractor License

Agency:Riverside Village Community Development (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

City of Rock Island General Contractor Registration

Agency:City of Rock Island - Inspection Division (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:

General Liability Insurance required in amounts not less than $300,000 personal injury and $100,000 property damage. 

Bond Requirements:

$10,000

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

General Contractor Registration

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$55

Required Attachments:
  • Certificate of Insurance
  • Bond
  • State of Illinois Roofing Contractor License, if applicable

Registration Renewal

Form:

General Contractor Registration

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$55

Due:
  • Annually by December 31
  • Roofing Contractors must provide copies of their renewed State License and State Bonds every June when they are renewed in order to obtain any new permits
Required Attachments:
  • Certificate of Insurance
  • Bond
  • State of Illinois Roofing Contractor License, if appliable

City of Rolling Meadows Contractor License

Agency:City of Rolling Meadows Community Development (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:

Insurance is determined by contractor type. See application for more details. 

Bond Requirements:

Bond amount is determined by contractor type. See application for more details. 

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application 

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

General Contractor $100, Subcontractor $75

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application (Renewal)

Agency Fee:

General Contractors $100, Subcontractors $75

Due:

Annually by date of issuance. 

Village of Romeoville Contractor License

Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:
  • Workman’s Compensation Insurance: $100,000.00 each accident, $500,000.00 policy limit, and $100,000.00 each employee
  • General Liability: $1,000,000.00 per occurrence and $2,000,000.00 per occurrence
Bond Requirements:

$10,000

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application 

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

$150

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

$150 

Due:

Annually by date of issuance. 

Village of Rosemont Trade License

Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:

General liability insurance policy with the Village of Rosemont listed as a certificate holder. 

Bond Requirements:

$100,000 Surety Bond

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application 

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

$100

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

$100

Due:

Annually by December 31. 

Village of Shorewood Contractor License

Agency:Village of Shorewood Building Department (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:

Attach certificate of insurance made out to the Village of Shorewood as follows:
General Liability: General Contractor (GC) and Subcontractor (Sub) $500,000; Automobile Liability: GC $500,000 (Sub $200,000); Excess Liability: GC $2 million (Sub $1 million); Workman’s Compensation, if applicable.

Bond Requirements:

Attach a signed Surety Bond (License & Permit Bond) made out to the Village of Shorewood: General $10,000 Bond; Subcontractor $5,000 Bond; Wrecking Contractor $50,000 Bond. 

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application

Filing Method:

Email permits@vil.shorewood.il.us

Agency Fee:

$120

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Email permits@vil.shorewood.il.us

Agency Fee:

$120

Due:

Annually by December 31. 

Village of South Holland Contractor Registration

Agency:Village of South Holland Building and Code Department (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application 

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:
  • General Contractor:$100
  • Roofing:$50
  • Plumbing: $0
  • Irrigation/RPZ tester: $0
  • Roll off/Scavenger :$250
  • Private Alarm Installer: $0
  • Fire Sprinkler/Surpression: $50  
  • Other Subcontractors: $50
Required Attachments:
  • General Contractor:$10,000 Surety Bond and Certificate of Insurance
  • Roofing:$10,000 Surety Bond, Certificate of Insurance & IL State Roofing Lic
  • Plumbing:Copy of current 055 & owners 058, Illinois State Plumbing Lic
  • Irrigation/RPZ tester: Copy of current 055 & 060, Illinois State Plumbing Lic
  • Roll off/Scavenger :$10,000 Surety Bond, Certificate of Insurance
  • Private Alarm Installer: Copy of State of Illinois State Private Alarm license
  • Fire Sprinkler/Surpression:  $10,000 Surety Bond, Certificate of Insurance, IL State License
  • Other Subcontractors: $10,000 Surety Bond, Certificate of Insurance

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application (Renewal)

Agency Fee:
  • General Contractor:$100
  • Roofing:$50
  • Plumbing: $0
  • Irrigation/RPZ tester: $0
  • Roll off/Scavenger :$250
  • Private Alarm Installer: $0
  • Fire Sprinkler/Surpression: $50 
  • Other Subcontractors: $50
Due:

Annually by date of issuance. 

Springfield General Contractor License

Not required



General Contractor Company licensure is not required on the City level in Springfield.

Springfield does not issue general contractor licenses.

City of Sterling Contractor Certificate of Registration

Agency:City of Sterling (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:
  • Certificate of Insurance showing City of Sterling as certificate holder:
    • $100,000/$300,000 Public Liability or
    • $50,000 Property Damage
    • $10,000 Per Occurrence for “Home Repair/Remodel not in Conformance with Applicable Codes”
Bond Requirements:
  • $15,000 License Bond honoring the City of Sterling (Plumber’s Are Exempt)
    (available through your insurance agent)
  • The City of Sterling will honor the $45,000 License Bond honoring each of the cities (Rock Falls, Dixon, and Sterling) for $15,000 each (available through your insurance agent)
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Application for Contractor Certificate of Registration 

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

$50

Required Attachments:
  • Insurance requirement
  • Bond Requirement 
  • State licenses, if applicable 

Registration Renewal

Form:

Application for Contractor Certificate of Registration 

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

$50

Due:

Annually by the date of issuance.

Required Attachments:
  • Insurance requirement 
  • Bond requirement 
  • State licenses, if applicable 

Village of Stickney Contractor License

Agency:Village of Stickney - Building Department (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:
  • Public Liability Insurance of no less than $100,000 per occurrence and $300,000 in the aggregate
  • The certificate holder must be listed as the Village of Stickney
Bond Requirements:

$10,000

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor License Application

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$100 license fee

Required Attachments:
  • Bond
  • Certificate of Insurance
  • State of Illinois Contractors Certificate, if applicable
  • State of Illinois Trade License, if applicable

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor License Application (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$100 renewal fee

Due:

Annually by December 31

Required Attachments:
  • Bond
  • Certificate of Insurance
  • State of Illinois Contractors Certificate, if applicable
  • State of Illinois Trade License, if applicable

Village of Streamwood Contractor License

Agency:Village of Streamwood Community Development - Building Department (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:

Certificate of Insurance listing Village of Streamwood as holder. 

Bond Requirements:

$15,000 License and Permit Bond 

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application 

Filing Method:

Email communitydevelopment@streamwood.org

Agency Fee:

$100

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor License Registratin Application (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Email communitydevelopment@streamwood.org

Agency Fee:

$100

Due:

Annually by December 31. 

Village of Thornton Contractor Registration

Agency:Village of Thornton Building and Zoning Department (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

City of Tinley Park Contractor License

Agency:City of Tinley Park Community Development Department - Building Division (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:

The Village of Tinley Park requires proof of liability insurance with minimum coverage requirements of $1,000,000 per occurrence.

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Application for Contractor License

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:
  • General Contractors $200
  • Subconstractors $100 
Required Attachments:
  • The Village of Tinley Park requires proof of liability insurance with minimum coverage requirements of $1,000,000 per occurrence.
  • Electrical contractors must submit a current city Electricians license in the company name.
  • Contractors must submit a current State of Illinois license and have a certificate of liability insurance.
  • Contractors must submit a current State of Illinois 060 license to install the lines and a current State of Illinois 055 license to install the RPZ (and water meter, if applicable). Provide an itemized list and copy of all State Licensed 061 irrigation company employees that may be on site.
  • Contractors must submit a copy of the current State Registration. Tinley Park License and certificate of liability insurance is required.
  • Roofing contractors must submit a current State of Illinois Roofing License.

Registration Renewal

Form:

Application for Contractor License

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:
  • General Contractors $200
  • Subcontractors $100
Due:

Annually by December 31.

Urbana Certificate of Electrical Contractor Registration

Agency:City of Urbana - Community Development Department - Building Safety Division (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:
  • $175 if the license is being issued by the City of Urbana
  • $180 if the license is being transferred to the City of Urbana

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$175

Due:

Annually by June 30.

Westchester City Contractor License

Agency:Westchester City Building Department & Code Enforcement (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:
  • Certifcate of insurance with the Village of Westchester as the additional insured and certficate holder. 
  • Minimum requirement of $1,000,000 combined single limit per occurence for bodily injury and property damage. 
  • The certificate must shoe workmen's compensation insurance. 
Bond Requirements:

$25,000 licenseand permit bond.

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application 

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

General Contractor $200.00, Subcontractor $100.00, Waste Haulers/Dumpsters $600.00. 

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

General Contractor $200.00, Subcontractor $100.00, and Waste Haulers/Dumpsters $600.00

Due:

Annually by December 31. 

Village of Westmont Contractor Registration

Agency:Village of Westmont Community Development (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

City of Wilmington Contractor License

Agency:City of Wilmington (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:
  • A copy of the Certificate of Liability Insurance, General Liability, with a $1,000,000 limit for each occurrence and $1,000,000 General Aggregate, listing the City of Wilmington as Certificate Holder.
  • Proof of Workers Compensation Insurance
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$100

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$100

Due:

Annually by December 31. 

City of Wood Dale Contractor Registration

Agency:City of Wood Dale Community Development Department (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Village of Worth Contractor License

Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:

Certificate of Insurance naming the Village of Worth as the certificate holder.

Bond Requirements:

$10,000.00 Bond ($25,000.00 is required for sign contractors).

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$110. Prorated fee available after July 1. 

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$110

Due:

Annually by December 31. 

Asbestos Abatement Contractor Registration

Agency:Cook County Department of Environment and Sustainability (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$200

Required Attachments:

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$200

Due:

Biennially by date of issuance

Cook County Contractor Registration

Agency:Cook County Department of Building and Zoning (IL)
Insurance Requirements:
  • General Liability Insurance in an amount not less than $1,000,000
  • The certificate holder must read Cook County Building & Zoning 69 W Washington #2830 Chicago IL 60602
Bond Requirements:

Bonds are required in varying amounts for demolition, demolition leveling, sign (billboard), private sewage disposal system, restoration performance (construction trailer), restoration performance (excavation, grading and foundation) and wireless telecommunication contractors. These bonds must be completed and submitted with evidence of the Power of Attorney at the time of registration. 

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor Registration Application & Declaration

Filing Method:

Mail, email, in-person

Agency Fee:
  • $150 per trade made payable to the Cook County Collector
  • $2 recording fee if the application includes bonds made payable to the Cook County Clerk
  • Fees for initial applications must be paid via check or money order only
Required Attachments:
  • Firms, Corporations, LLCs: Copy of Articles of Incorporation or current Annual Domestic Report
    • Document must list all officers and include your FEIN
  • Certificate of Insurance
  • Declaration of Child Support Obligations form completed by the Owner/Officer registering, included in packet
  • State of Illinois Roofing License, if applicable
  • Original Bond, if applicable
    • Bonds must be walked or mailed in

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor Registration Renewal Application

Filing Method:

Mail, email, in-person

Agency Fee:
  • $75 per renewal trade
  • $150 per any new trade being added to the application
  • $2 recording fee if the application includes bonds made payable to the Cook County Clerk
  • Renewal fees can be paid online
Due:

Annually by December 1

Notes:

Renewal notices with instructions will be mailed out in the beginning of December

Required Attachments:
  • Certificate of Insurance
  • Declaration of Child Support Obligations form completed by the Owner/Officer on the registration, included in packet
  • State of Illinois Roofing License, if applicable
  • Original Bond, if applicable
    • Bonds must be walked or mailed in

Cook County Electrical Contractor Registration

Agency:Cook County Department of Building and Zoning (IL)
Insurance Requirements:
  • General Liability Insurance in an amount not less than $1,000,000
  • The certificate holder must read Cook County Building & Zoning 69 W Washington #2830 Chicago IL 60602

Initial Registration

Form:

Electrical Contractor Registration Application

Instructions:

Electrical Contractor Registration Requirements

Filing Method:

Email

Agency Fee:

$150

Notes:

Once an application has been submitted via email, the applicant will receive an invoice and instructions on how to pay by credit card online. Send a PDF copy of the receipt to complete the registration process.

Required Attachments:
  • Corporations: Copy of Articles of Incorporation
  • Current copy of supervising Electrician's license
    • Must be issued by a city, town, or village in the State of Illinois that has an electrical commission that administers an examination
  • Copy of supervising Electrician's driver's license
  • Certificate of Insurance
  • Declaration of Child Support Obligations form completed by supervising Electrician

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:
  • Renewal payments can be made online
  • A copy of the receipt must be emailed in to keep the registration current
Agency Fee:

$75

Due:

Annually by December 1

Notes:

There is no application to renew an electrical contractor registration. To keep a registration current, pay the annual fee before the expiration of the license and email a copy of the receipt in a PDF document.

Cook County Plumbing Contractor Registration

Agency:Cook County Department of Building and Zoning (IL)
Insurance Requirements:
  • General Liability Insurance in an amount not less than $1,000,000
  • The certificate holder must read Cook County Building & Zoning 69 W Washington #2830 Chicago IL 60602

Initial Registration

Form:

Plumbing Registration Requirements

Filing Method:

Email

Agency Fee:

$150

Notes:

Corporations: Only a corporate officer holding the state plumbing license for the corporation may register.

Required Attachments:
  • State of Illinois Plumbing Contractor's Registration license
  • State Plumber License OR Chicago Journeyman Plumber's license
  • On company letterhead; the name, address, and phone number for 3 recently completed installations
  • On company letterhead; the name, address, and phone number for 3 business references
  • Certificate of Insurance
  • Notarized Cook County Affidavit of Child Support Obligations, included in packet
  • Corporations: Copy of the previous year's Annual Domestic Corporation Report

Registration Renewal

Agency Fee:

$75

Due:

Annually by December 1

DuPage County General Contractor (No Trades) Registration

Agency:County of DuPage Building & Zoning - Building Division (IL)

DuPage County General Contractor w/Trades Registration

Agency:County of DuPage Building & Zoning - Building Division (IL)

DuPage County Sub Contractor Registration

Agency:County of DuPage Building & Zoning - Building Division (IL)

Kankakee County Contractor License

Agency:Kankakee County - Planning Department - Building Division (IL)
Law:

Kankakee Co., Ill., Municipal Code § 105-285.

Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:
  • Insurance in amounts not less than:
    • $1,000,000 General Liability
    • $50,000 Property Damage
    • $100,000 Worker's Compensation
  • All insurance policies must be issued by a company or companies authorized to provide insurance in the State of Ilinois and such insurance shall provide coverage in the State of Illinois
  • The certificate holder must be Kankakee County
Bond Requirements:
  • $10,000 License and Permit Surety Bond
  • Must be issued by a State of Illinois approved and authorized insurer
  • Bond must show Kankakee County as the holder
  • Bond requirements are waived for Plumbing and Lawn Sprinklers in accordance with 225 ICLS 320-42.
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor Registration Application

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$150

Notes:

The licensing fee and bond requirements are waived for Plumbing and Lawn Sprinklers in accordance with 225 ILCS 320/42.

Required Attachments:
  • Bond
  • Certificate of Insurance
  • State Registration (Lawn Sprinklers, Roofing, and Plumbing)
  • State License (Plumbing and Mobile Home Installer)

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor Registration Application (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$150

Due:

Annually by date of issuance

Notes:

The licensing fee and bond requirements are waived for Plumbing and Lawn Sprinklers in accordance with 225 ILCS 320/42.

Required Attachments:
  • Bond
  • Certificate of Insurance
  • State Registration (Lawn Sprinklers, Roofing, and Plumbing)
  • State License (Plumbing and Mobile Home Installer)

Kendall County Contractor License

Not required



General Contractor Company licensure is not required on the County level in Kendall County.

Kendall County does not require a contractor's license to perform construction in the unincorporated areas of the county. However, contractors performing work in the incorporated areas of the county should contact the municipalities as they may have different requirements. 

Rock Island County Contractor Registration

Agency:Rock Island County - Zoning and Building Office (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:

General Liability Insurance in amounts not less than $300,000 personal injury and bodily harm and $100,000 property damage

Bond Requirements:

$10,000

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor Registration Packet

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$50

Required Attachments:
  • State License, if applicable
  • Certificate of Insurance
  • Worker's Compensation
  • Bond

Registration Renewal

Form:

Forms are mailed prior to the expiration of the license

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$50

Due:

Annually by March 1

Required Attachments:
  • State License, if applicable
  • Certificate of Insurance
  • Worker's Compensation
  • Bond

Individual Licenses

Illinois Individual Construction and Contracting Licenses

Illinois Apprentice Plumber License

Agency:Illinois Department of Environmental Health Protection - Plumbing Program

Initial Registration

Form:

Apprentice Plumber License

Agency Fee:

$100

Renewal Not Required

Not required



Apprentice plumber licenses expire on the date that the licensed plumber sponsor of such licensed apprentice plumber severs his or her sponsor status with the licensed apprentice plumber.

Illinois Asbestos Professional License

Agency:Illinois Division of Environmental Health Protection - Asbestos Abatement Program

Initial Registration

Form:

Asbestos Professional Application

Agency Fee:

$50

Registration Renewal

Form:

Asbestos Professional Application

Agency Fee:

$50

Due:

Annually by May 15.

Illinois Asbestos Worker License

Agency:Illinois Division of Environmental Health Protection - Asbestos Abatement Program

Initial Registration

Form:

Asbestos Worker Application

Agency Fee:

$25

Registration Renewal

Form:

Asbestos Worker Application

Agency Fee:

$25

Due:

Annually by February 1.

Notes:

A refresher course shall be completed annually to maintain accreditation and licensure.

Illinois Elevator Mechanic License

Agency:Illinois Office of the State Fire Marshal - Elevator Safety Division

Initial Registration

Form:

Application for Elevator Mechanic

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:

$250 license fee. The Office will invoice you the appropriate application fee; do not send payment with the application.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$250

Due:

Biennially

Illinois Elevator Mechanic License - Limited

Agency:Illinois Office of the State Fire Marshal - Elevator Safety Division
Notes:

Qualifications for a limited elevator mechanic license shall be the same as for an elevator mechanic license, with the exception that qualifying work experience shall consist of work performed on specific ASME A18.1 conveyances (platform lifts and stairway chairlifts).

Initial Registration

Form:

Application for Elevator Mechanic

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:

$150 license fee. The Office will invoice you the appropriate application fee; do not send payment with the application.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$150

Due:

Biennially

Illinois Fire Equipment Distributor Employee License

Agency:Illinois Office of the State Fire Marshal - Division of Fire Prevention

Initial Registration

Form:

Fire Equipment Distributor EMPLOYEE Application

Filing Method:

Mail or online

Agency Fee:
  • Determined by license type. Once your application has been reviewed and approved, you will be invoiced for the applicable fees.
    Do not remit fees with application. 
    • Class 1 $20
    • Class 2I $20
    • Class 2K $20
    • Class 3 $20
Before you Apply:
  • Applicant is required to register and submit disclosure information to the Office of the State Fire Marshal. Failure to do so will result in this application not being processed.
Required Attachments:
  • Current relevant certification by ICC, NAFED, or NICET;
  • Copy of valid government-issued photo ID;
  • Digital color photograph (unless religious exemption); and
  • Current employment by a Fire Equipment Distributor.

Registration Renewal

Form:

Fire Equipment Distributor EMPLOYEE Application

Filing Method:

Mail or online

Agency Fee:

$20

Due:

Annually by date of issuance.

Required Attachments:
  • Current relevant certification by ICC, NAFED, or NICET;
  • Copy of valid government-issued photo ID;
  • Digital color photograph (unless religious exemption); and
  • Current employment by a Fire Equipment Distributor.

Illinois Fire Sprinkler Inspector License

Agency:Illinois Office of the State Fire Marshal - Division of Fire Prevention

Initial Registration

Form:

Fire Sprinkler Inspector License Application

Filing Method:

Email to sfm.sprinklers@illinois.gov

Agency Fee:
  • $500
  • Do not remit fees with the application. Once an application is approved an invoice will be generated for prompt payment of the license fees.
Original Ink:Required
Notes:

The application for a fire sprinkler inspector license shall be submitted by the fire sprinkler contractor who is responsible for the employment of the applicant. 

Required Attachments:
  • Copy of applicant's valid driver license, valid state ID, or valid passport
    • Applicant's must be 21 years or older
  • 1x1 digital color photograph, front facing with full-face, head, and shoulders visible
    • Candidate must be wearing plain or company shirts in front of a white background
  • One of the following:
    • NICET Certification: Inspection and Testing of Water-Based Systems (Level III)
    • ASSE Certification: 15010-Inspection, Testing and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems
    • NFPA Certification: Water-Based Inspection, Testing and Maintenance (WBITM)
    • Proof of Satisfactory Completion of a Certified Sprinkler Fitter Apprecenticeship Program approved by the U.S. Department of Labor

Registration Renewal

Form:

Fire Sprinkler Inspector License Application

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$500

Due:

Biennially by date of issuance

Penalties:

$100 late fee if not renewed on or before the expiration of the license

Notes:

The application for a fire sprinkler inspector license shall be submitted by the fire sprinkler contractor who is responsible for the employment of the applicant. 

Required Attachments:
  • Copy of applicant's valid driver's license, valid state ID, or valid passport
    • Applicants must be 21 years or older
  • 1x1 digital color photograph, front facing with full-face, head, and shoulders visible
    • Candidate must be wearing plain or company shirts in front of a white background
  • Proof of completing 16 hours of CE since the issuance of the current license, with at least 8 hours of CE during each year of the current license
  • One of the following:
    • NICET Certification: Inspection and Testing of Water-Based Systems (Level III)
    • ASSE Certification: 15010-Inspection, Testing and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems
    • NFPA Certification: Water-Based Inspection, Testing and Maintenance (WBITM)
    • Proof of Satisfactory Completion of a Certified Sprinkler Fitter Apprecenticeship Program approved by the U.S. Department of Labor

Illinois Lead Inspector License

Agency:Illinois Division of Environmental Health Protection - Lead Program

Initial Registration

Form:

Lead Supervisor, Inspector, Risk Assessor Application

Agency Fee:

$100

Registration Renewal

Form:

Lead Supervisor, Inspector, Risk Assessor Application (Renewal)

Agency Fee:

$100

Due:

Licenses expire annually on January 31, but renewals must be filed by January 1 to be considered on time.

Penalties:

There is a $25 late fee for filing a renewal after January 1.

Illinois Lead Risk Assessor License

Agency:Illinois Division of Environmental Health Protection - Lead Program

Initial Registration

Form:

Lead Supervisor, Inspector, Risk Assessor Application

Agency Fee:

$100

Registration Renewal

Form:

Lead Supervisor, Inspector, Risk Assessor Application (Renewal)

Agency Fee:

$100

Due:

Licenses expire annually on January 31, but renewals must be filed by January 1 to be considered on time.

Penalties:

There is a $25 late fee for filing a renewal after January 1.

Illinois Lead Supervisor License

Agency:Illinois Division of Environmental Health Protection - Lead Program

Initial Registration

Form:

Lead Supervisor, Inspector, Risk Assessor Application

Agency Fee:

$100

Registration Renewal

Form:

Lead Supervisor, Inspector, Risk Assessor Application (Renewal)

Agency Fee:

$100

Due:

Licenses expire annually on March 31, but renewals must be filed by March 1 to be considered on time.

Penalties:

There is a $25 late fee for filing a renewal after March 1.

Illinois Lead Worker License

Agency:Illinois Division of Environmental Health Protection - Lead Program

Initial Registration

Form:

Lead Worker Application

Agency Fee:

$50

Registration Renewal

Form:

Lead Worker Application (Renewal)

Agency Fee:

$50

Due:

Licenses expire annually on March 31, but renewals must be filed by March 1 to be considered on time.

Penalties:

There is a $25 late fee for filing a renewal after March 1.

Illinois Plumber's License

Agency:Illinois Department of Environmental Health Protection - Plumbing Program

Initial Registration

Form:

Plumber?s License: Application for Examination

Agency Fee:

$175 (Illinois); $225 (Chicago or out of state)

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$175

Due:

Annually by April 30.

Local Construction and Contracting Individual Licenses

Chicago Apprentice Crane Operator License

Agency:City of Chicago Department of Buildings - Trade Licensing Program (IL)
Notes:
  • An apprentice crane operator license is required to work as an apprentice under the direct supervision and control of a licensed crane operator within the City of Chicago.
  • To obtain an apprentice crane operator license, an individual must:
    • Be at least 16 years old
    • Have a notarized statement from an employer of licensed crane operators or from an officer of an approved crane operator training program certifying that the applicant will receive training under the direct supervision and control of a licensed crane operator

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$50

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$50

Due:

Annually by the date of issuance.

Chicago Apprentice Plumber License

Agency:City of Chicago Department of Buildings - Trade Licensing Program (IL)
Notes:
  • An apprentice plumber license, issued by either the City of Chicago or State of Illinois, is required to work as an apprentice under the direct supervision and control of a licensed plumber within the City of Chicago.
  • To obtain an apprentice plumber license, an individual must:
    • Be at least 16 years old
    • Have a letter from a licensed plumbing contractor or from an officer of an approved plumber apprenticeship program certifying that the applicant will receive training under the direct supervision and control of a licensed plumber

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$15

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$15

Due:

Annually by the date of issuance.

Chicago Crane Operator License

Agency:City of Chicago Department of Buildings - Trade Licensing Program (IL)
Notes:
  • A crane operator license is required for an individual to operate a crane in connection with any work that requires a building permit within the City of Chicago.
  • To obtain a crane operator license, an individual must pass both a written and practical examination demonstrating their knowledge of crane operations and safety practices as well as their competency and fitness to operate specific type(s) of crane(s). To be eligible to take the written examination, an individual must:
    • Be at least 21 years old
    • Have worked as a crane operator for at least 2,000 hours during the preceding 48-month period or have completed an apprenticeship program that is recognized by the Board of Crane Operator Examiners
    • Not have had a crane operator or comparable license suspended or revoked
    • Have no history of substance abuse during the previous 3 years or have successfully completed a certified substance abuse rehabilitation program
    • Be physically able to safely operate a crane
    • Read, write, and speak English at a level that allows effective job site communication
    • Have a current and valid federal crane operator certification for the type(s) of cranes to be licensed

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$150 written exam fee + $250 practical exam fee + $300 license fee due after passing exams

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$300

Due:

Every 5 years by the date of issuance.

Chicago Journeyman Plumber License

Agency:City of Chicago Department of Buildings - Trade Licensing Program (IL)
Notes:
  • All employees of a City of Chicago licensed plumbing contractor that are engaged in the planning, inspection, designing, or installation of plumbing systems must be plumbers or apprentice plumbers licensed by either the City of Chicago or State of Illinois.
  • To obtain a plumber license, an individual must pass written and practical examinations demonstrating their knowledge of plumbing. To be eligible to take the written examination, an individual must:
    • Be at least 21 years old
    • Have one of the following types of experience:
      • engaged in plumbing as a plumber's apprentice for at least four years
      • successfully completed an approved course of instruction in plumbing, sanitary engineering or plumbing engineering in a trade school, college, or university

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$149 exam fee + $30 license fee due after passing exam

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$30

Due:

Annually by the date of issuance.

Chicago Supervising Electrician License

Agency:City of Chicago Department of Buildings - Trade Licensing Program (IL)
Notes:
  • To obtain a supervising electrician license, individuals must pass a written examination demonstrating they have satisfactory knowledge and technical training to perform or supervise the work of installing, altering, repairing, or maintaining electrical wires and apparatus under the Chicago Electrical Code.
  • To be eligible to take the written examination, an individual must:
    • Be at least 21 years old
    • Have at least 2 years’ experience installing, altering, repairing, and maintaining electrical wires, equipment, and apparatus, or equivalent experience, under the direct supervision of a supervising electrician or equivalent person

 

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$150 exam fee + $150 license fee due after passing exam

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$150

Due:

Annually by the date of issuance.

Chicago Supervising Elevator Mechanic License

Agency:City of Chicago Department of Buildings - Trade Licensing Program (IL)
Notes:
  • Supervising elevator mechanic licenses are issued to individuals who have experience working with elevators and other types of conveyance devices and hold a current Qualified Elevator Inspector (QEI) certification.

  • To obtain a supervising elevator mechanic license, an individual must:

    • Be at least 21 years old
    • Have worked as an elevator mechanic for at least four years or have successfully completed an elevator constructor mechanic apprenticeship program that is recognized by the United States Department of Labor
    • Be certified as an elevator inspector in accordance with the American Society of Mechanical Engineers’ ASME QEI-1 standard.

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$300

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$150

Due:

Annually by the date of issuance.

Cook County Crane Operator Registration

Agency:Cook County Department of Building and Zoning (IL)
Insurance Requirements:
  • General Liability Insurance in an amount not less than $1,000,000
  • The certificate holder must read Cook County Building & Zoning 69 W Washington #2830 Chicago IL 60602

Initial Registration

Form:

Crane Operators Registration Requirements

Filing Method:

In-person

Agency Fee:

$105

Required Attachments:
  • Proof of certification from an organization whose certification program for crane operators is recognized by the City of Chicago
  • Crane Operator's Registration Affidavit
  • Cook County Affidavit of Child Support Obligations
  • Certificate of Insurance

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$52.50

Due:

Annually by December 1

Cook County Homeowner's Contractor Registration

Agency:Cook County Department of Building and Zoning (IL)
Insurance Requirements:
  • Homeowner's Insurance showing general liability coverage in an amount not less than $1,000,000
  • The certificate holder must read Cook County Building & Zoning 69 W Washington #2830 Chicago IL 60602

Initial Registration

Exemption Eligible Organizations:

Homeowners acting as their own general contractor are exempt from the registration requirements

Form:

Homeowner's Contractor Registration Application & Declaration

Filing Method:

Email

Agency Fee:
  • $150 for any trade other than a general contractor
  • Homeowner's do not pay for acting as a general contractor
Notarization Required?:Required
Required Attachments:
  • Certificate of Insurance
  • Cook County Declaration of Child Support Obligations, included in packet

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