• An accurate plat of survey with the proposed flatwork placement clearly marked.

• Completed Driveway & Sidewalk Permit Application

• Measurements (length & width)

• Plan detailing installation such as slab thickness, fill depth and type of surface material.

• Homeowners Association approval, if applicable.

• Cost Estimate (labor & material)

• Copy of the contract, if the work is being completed by a Contractor.

  • If a Contractor is performing the work, then the Contractor must be the one to pull the permit (per Sec. 8-36 of the City of Joliet Code of Ordinances).

· Must remain out of all easements.

· May be installed 3 ft. from the property line, if there are no easements.

· Must consist of concrete or brick pavers.

· Public sidewalks (city sidewalks) may require review & approval from Public Works.

• Must remain out of all easements.

• Driveways may go up to the property line with the proper drainage requirements. 

• Driveways must consist of concrete, asphalt or brick pavers. (Gravel is not allowed).

• Concrete slab must be a minimum thickness of 4" with wire mesh; concrete in approaches or at sidewalks must be 6" with wire mesh.

• If driveway is shared owner must provide proof of shared easement written in the deed.

• Existing driveways may only be extended toward the side property line, away from the residence. 

• The use of material other than concrete in the public right of way (approach) requires Public Works approval. 

• The maximum width of a residential driveway is 20' at the front property line/ public sidewalk.

• Maximum width of an apron in the public right-of-way is 20' at the public sidewalk and 26' at the curb, any apron alterations require approval from the Public Works Department.

An accurate plat of survey is required for all permits for installation of, replacement of, and additions to fences, decks, pools, patios (with or without a roof), driveways, driveway aprons, sidewalks, garages, pergolas, gazebos, porches and similar structures, and additions. This includes the replacement of flatwork (driveways, aprons, sidewalks) with the same dimensions and location.

If you are having trouble locating your Plat of Survey, refer to these options:

1. Closing Papers from Purchase of Property.

2. Contacting the Mortgage Company.

3. FOIA (Freedom of Information Act) Request with the City of Joliet City Clerk’s Office.
   Note: This option may only yield results if the plat of survey was provided to the City of Joliet in the past for a building permit or a special zoning approval.

 You may also try calling local surveying companies for a possible copy. If none of these options are successful in obtaining the Plat of Survey, you will have to hire a professional land surveyor to resurvey your lot. If you have any questions or concerns, please call the City of Joliet Building Division at 815-724-4070 or Zoning Department at 815-724-4055.

Note: The City of Joliet is not responsible for keeping plats of survey on file. 

Please mark the placement of the proposed flatwork on your plat of survey. The location and size will be reviewed by the Planning Division. Please use a writing utensil that is easy to see on the plat of survey.

Planning or Zoning Questions?
Email: zoning@joliet.gov or Call: 815-724-4055

Driveway/SIdewalk Permit Application [PDF]

Driveway/Sidewalk (Flatwork) Permit Information [PDF] - Printable Flatwork Permit Information

Once you have completed the required forms and permit information, please email to permitapplication@joliet.gov or submit via the Building Department's drop box at Joliet City Hall.

Notice: If permit submissions are incomplete, and/or submitted without the required permit information and supporting documents, they will be returned to the applicant.

Payment Options

Once your permit is approved and ready to be issued, you will receive an invoice via email. Please use one of the methods below to complete the payment process. When making payments, please reference the Application Reference Number near the top left corner of the invoice you will receive.

Option #1: By Phone (Credit/ Debit Card):

• Call: 815-724-3830 (you will speak with a person)

• Have the credit/debit card number ready

Provide the application reference number in the upper left corner of the invoice

 Option #2: By Mail (Checks)

Send checks to:
Customer Service/ Building Permit
City of Joliet
150 W. Jefferson St.
Joliet, IL 60432

Address all checks to City of Joliet.

Include the application reference number from the invoice document on the memo line of your check.

Please include a copy of the invoice with mailed payments.

Option #3: Blue Drop Payment Box (Checks):

The blue payment drop box is located on the west side of Joliet City Hall, 150 W. Jefferson St., Joliet, IL.

Please follow the same directions as when mailing. Enclose payment in envelope, address envelope as if mailing. Include Customer Service/ Building Permit on first address line. Place payment in an envelope and address it to Customer Service / Building Permit. Include your application reference number from the invoice on the memo line of your check.

 After The Payment

Once you have successfully paid for the permit, please notify the Building Department via the permitapplication@joliet.gov email address with the application reference number and address. Please note if you would like the permit emailed or mailed to a particular address.

The payment system is not automated and the Building Department does not receive notifications when payments are made. Building permits will not be issued in-person over the counter.