Building Division | Winnebago County Offices

404 Elm Street, Rockford, IL 61101

Eligibility

Open to anyone

Required documents

Varies by service, call for more information

(815) 319-4350

Voice·

Main Phone

Websitehttps://wincoil.gov/departments/community-development/building-division

Application process

Call, visit website, email, or visit in person for services

Fees

Varies by service, permit fees apply

Service area

Winnebago County, IL

Approves commercial and residential building permit applications, zoning clearance applications, zoning classification request forms, and soil boaring request forms. Issues permits for new construction, additions, remodeling, replacement, repair, and performance inspections.

Last assured

02/18/2026

What's Here

Building and Safety

Providing organization

Winnebago County Offices

Provides county government services to the Winnebago County area.