Jennifer Gunter, Director
Main Office:
141 South Main Street, Suite 501
Decatur, IL 62523
Contacts:
Phone: (217) 424-1466
Fax: (217) 424-1459
Email: jgunter@co.macon.il.us
Hours:
M-F 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
excluding legal holidays
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Planning and Zoning Department
The Planning & Zoning Department provides the following services to property owners and others in Macon County:
- Administers the Zoning, Subdivision, Floodplain, and Unified Storm Water ordinances that regulate land use in the unincorporated areas of Macon County.
- Reviews permit and zoning applications, issues building permits and enforces the International Building Code for all new construction and remodel projects outside of the incorporated cities, villages and towns in the County.
- Investigates alleged violations and complaints involving nuisances.
- Maintains the Zoning District maps for the unincorporated areas.
- Provides staff support for the Macon County Regional Planning Commission.
Rezoning, Special Use Permit, or Variances
County Ordinances
To view Planning & Zoning ordinances, go to https://codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/maconcounty/latest/overview
Building Permit Information
Wind Farms
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- 2015 International Code Council (ICC)
- 2014 National Electrical Code (NEC)
Fill out a nuisance Complaint Form and submit it to the Property Standards Officer for further investigation.
Building codes are designed to safeguard health and safety in every building.
By obtaining a permit, the local inspector oversees the work being done on the job site. Also work without a permit is illegal and can pose problems when you try to sell your house.
A permit must be obtained before work begins.
The permit fee will be doubled.
Planning & Zoning Department Downloads
To view current Planning & Zoning ordinances, visit amlegal.com/library/il/maconcounty.shtml
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Applicant Checklist and Fee Schedule 1 file(s) |
August 31, 2020 | Download |
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Garage/Shed – Building Permit Application 1 file(s) |
March 13, 2020 | Download |
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New Residence/Room Addition – Building Permit Application 1 file(s) |
March 13, 2020 | Download |
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2018 Regional Planning Commission Agendas 1 file(s) |
August 23, 2018 | Download |
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Required Inspections 1 file(s) |
March 14, 2018 | Download |
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Planning & Zoning Fee Schedule 1 file(s) |
September 14, 2017 | Download |
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Planning & Zoning FOIA Request Form 1 file(s) |
July 26, 2016 | Download |
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Wind Farm Exhibits 1 file(s) |
August 13, 2015 | Download |
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Twin Forks Special Use Permit Application 1 file(s) |
August 12, 2015 | Download |
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Petition For Variance 1 file(s) |
March 5, 2013 | Download |
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Petition for Special Use Permit 1 file(s) |
March 5, 2013 | Download |
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Petition for Rezoning 1 file(s) |
March 5, 2013 | Download |
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Nuisance Complaint Form 1 file(s) |
January 7, 2011 | Download |
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Land Disturbance Permit 1 file(s) |
June 29, 2009 | Download |
FOIA Requests
Requests for information and public records under FOIA for the Macon County Planning & Zoning can be made in writing, subject to fees, to:
Macon County Planning & Zoning FOIA Officer
Jennifer Gunter
141 S. Main Street, Room 501
Decatur, IL 62523
Phone 217-424-1466
Fax 217-424-1459
Email: jgunter@co.macon.il.us