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Do you need a permit for a deck (new or rebuild)?

Yes. Every north-suburb village permits decks, new or rebuilt, because the footings have to reach the 42-inch frost depth and get inspected before the concrete goes in. Typical fees run $100 to $400, with footing, framing and final inspections. Replacing only the boards on a sound frame is sometimes exempt, so ask the village first.

Typical fee: $100-$400, scaled to project value in most villages.

Why and when does a permit apply?

Every north-suburb village permits decks; footings must reach the 42-inch frost depth and get inspected before the pour. Board-only replacement on a sound frame is sometimes exempt; ask first.

Inspections to expect

Footing holes before concrete, framing, final.

Village by village

Fees and thresholds change; a 5-minute call to the village confirms your exact case. Related guide: Deck Building Cost in Chicagoland