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PermitsDo you need a permit for a water heater replacement?
Permit requiredTypical fee: $50–$200 — scaled to project value in most villages.
Why (and when) a permit applies
Gas, venting, and scald-protection details make water heaters a permit item in the north suburbs — the inspection is cheap insurance against carbon monoxide and pressure-relief mistakes.
Inspections to expect
Final inspection of connections and venting.
Village by village
SkokiePermit required
EvanstonPermit required
Morton GrovePermit required
NilesPermit required
Park RidgePermit required
LincolnwoodPermit required
WilmettePermit required
GlenviewPermit required
Fees and thresholds change — a 5-minute call to the village confirms your exact case. Related guide: Water Damage: The First 48 Hours Decide Everything
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