The City of Joliet has implemented a web-based, electronic plan review system to provide a modern and efficient process for receiving, reviewing, and issuing building permits.  With ePlans, communication and plan review are accessible through a central portal – allowing architects, engineers, contractors, and permit expediters to submit applications, drawings, and other documents for review. 

Throughout review, applicants have access to real-time status, email updates, and the ability to see comments/revision requests as review commences. 

To begin the application and review process, please submit the Applicant Form to eplansadmin@joliet.gov.  We will create the project, and the portal will send an invitation email from DoNotReplyJOILP@avolvesoftware.com. 

Step #1: Complete Application Forms

Complete the applicable application(s) below:

• Application Review Form [PDF] *Required*

• General Building Permit Application [PDF]

• Electrical Permit Application [PDF]

• Engineering Permit Application [PDF]

• Heating, Cooling, Refrigeration & Ventilation Systems Permit Application [PDF]

• Plumbing Permit Application [PDF] 

Email the completed applications to eplansadmin@joliet.gov.  DO NOT send plans at this stage of submittal. Any incomplete applications will be returned. Once the application has been processed, you will receive an email invitation to upload your plans and documents into ePlans.

Step #2: Invitation to Upload

An emailed invitation to upload plans and documents will be sent to the point of contact listed on the permit application packet.  The application number, project name and “Application Access” link to ePlans will be provided.

*Note: Please remember to check your Junk/Spam folder if the email does not show in your inbox. 

Step #3: Upload Plans & Documents

Click on the “Application Access” link in your email to get started uploading plans and documents to the appropriate folders and complete the required tasks. Plans and documents must be named and uploaded according to the File Naming Standards and File Requirements, please click the links below for more detailed information.

• New User Guide

• File Naming Requirements

• How to Upload Plans & Documents

• Resubmitting Plans & Documents

Step #4: Prescreen Review & Corrections

Step #5: Review in ePlans

Step #6: Corrections

Step #7: The Approval Process (Final)