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Do you need a permit for a kitchen remodel?

Yes, whenever the project adds circuits, moves plumbing or changes a wall, which most kitchen remodels do. Typical fees run $150 to $800 or more depending on project value, with a rough-in inspection and a final. A cabinet and counter swap in the same layout with no plumbing or electrical changes is often exempt, so verify locally.

Typical fee: $150-$800+, scaled to project value in most villages.

Why and when does a permit apply?

New circuits, moved plumbing, and wall changes all trigger permits. A pure cabinet-and-counter swap in the same layout with no plumbing/electrical changes is often exempt; verify locally.

Inspections to expect

Rough-in (electrical/plumbing/framing), then final.

Village by village

Fees and thresholds change; a 5-minute call to the village confirms your exact case. Related guide: What Does a Kitchen Remodel Cost in Chicagoland?