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City of Auburn, IL permit planning guide
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Building Permit Application
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Zoning Permit / Land Use Application
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Fence Permit Application
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Deck / Porch Permit Application
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Accessory Structure / Shed Permit Application
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Garage / Carport Permit Application
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Electrical Permit Application
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Plumbing Permit Application
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HVAC / Mechanical Permit Application
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Official references
Official sources for City of Auburn, IL
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City of Auburn - Unknown Chapter (Sec. 17-168. - Removal authorized.)
(a)When a motor vehicle or other vehicle is abandoned on a highway in the city ten (10) hours or more, its removal by a towing service may be authorized by order of the police department of the city.(b)When an abandoned, unattended, wrecked, burned or partially dismantled motor vehicle or other vehicle is creating a traffic hazard because of its position in relation to the highway or its physical appearance is causing the impeding of traffic, its immediate removal from the highway by a towing service may be authorized by order of the police department of the city.(c)When a vehicle removed from either public or private property is authorized by order of the police department of the city, the owner of the vehicle will be responsible for all towing costs.(Ord. No. 674, § 4, 8-7-72)
Sec. 17-168. - Removal authorized · p. 1 · Open sourceCity of Auburn - Unknown Chapter (Sec. 17-169. - Record of removed vehicles.)
When a motor vehicle or other vehicle is authorized to be towed away, the police department shall keep and maintain a record of the vehicle towed, listing the color, the year of manufacture, the manufacturer's trade name, the manufacturer's series name, the body style, the vehicle identification number and license plat year and number displayed on the vehicle. The record shall also include the date and hour of tow, location towed from, location towed to, reason for towing and the name of the officer authorizing the tow.(Ord. No. 674, § 5, 8-7-72)
Sec. 17-169. - Record of removed vehicles · p. 1 · Open sourceCity of Auburn - Unknown Chapter (Sec. 17-155. - Towing administrative fee.)
In the event that a motor vehicle is towed pursuant to chapter 17, the owner of the motor vehicle shall be liable to the City of Auburn, Illinois, for a towing administrative fee of one hundred fifty dollars ($150.00) or such amount as reflected in appendix A to chapter 1 of the Auburn City Code, in order to cover the costs incurred by the city in ensuring that the motor vehicle is properly towed and the personal property enclosed therein is secured and safeguarded. All owners of a motor vehicle shall be jointly and severally liable for the towing administrative fee. This fee shall be in addition to any and all towing, impoundment and storage fees owed to any third parties.In the event of a conflict between appendix A fine/fee schedules set forth in chapter 1, section 1-13, and any specific provision of the Auburn City Code, appendix A fine/fee schedule, shall control.(Ord. No. 1340-12, 2-6-12)
Sec. 17-155. - Towing administrative fee · p. 1 · Open sourceCity of Auburn - APPENDIX D - FLOOD DAMAGE PREVENTION
This Ordinance is enacted pursuant to the police powers granted to the City of Auburn by the Illinois Municipal Code (65 ILCS 5/1-2-1, 5/11-12-12, 5/11-30-2, 5/11-30-8 and 5/11-31-2) in order to accomplish the following purposes:(a)To prevent unwise developments from increasing flood damage hazards to others;(b)Protect new buildings and major improvements to buildings from flood damage;(c)To promote and protect the public health, safety and general welfare of the citizens from the hazards of flooding.(d)To lessen the burden on the taxpayer for flood control, repairs to public facilities and utilities, and flood rescue and relief operations;(e)Maintain property values and a stable tax base by minimizing the potential for creating blight areas;(f)Make federally subsidized flood insurance available; and(g)To preserve the natural characteristics and functions of watercourses and floodplains in order to moderate flood and storm water impacts, improve water quality, reduce soil erosion, protect aquatic and riparian habitat, provide recreational opportunities, provide aesthetic benefits and enhance community and economic development.(Ord. No. 1266-07, § 1, 7-16-07)
Sec. 1. - Purpose · p. 1 · Open sourceCity of Auburn - Unknown Chapter (Sec. 17-167. - When temporary possession with person not owner.)
When an abandoned, lost, stolen or unclaimed motor vehicle or other vehicle comes into the temporary possession or custody of a person in this state not the owner of the vehicle, such person shall immediately notify the city police department when the vehicle is within the corporate limits of the city. Upon receipt of such notification, the police department shall authorize a towing service to remove and take possession of the abandoned, lost, stolen or unclaimed motor vehicle or other vehicle. The towing service will safely keep the towed vehicle and its contents, maintain a record of the tow until the vehicle is claimed by the owner or any other person legally entitled to possession thereof, or until it is disposed of as provided in this article.(Ord. No. 674, § 3, 8-7-72)
Sec. 17-167. - When temporary possession with person not owner · p. 1 · Open sourceCity of Auburn - Unknown Chapter (Sec. 17-15. - Issuance of citation.)
Whenever any motor vehicle without a driver is found parked in violation of any of the provisions of this chapter prohibiting and restricting parking of vehicles, the police officer finding such vehicle shall take down and note in the appropriate blank spaces of all five (5) forms provided for by this article the time, place and description of the violation claim, including the number of the section of this chapter wherein such violation is defined, the state license number of such vehicle, and any other information displayed on such vehicle which may identify its owner or operator.(Ord. No. 531, § 2(10), (11), 3-3-58)
Sec. 17-15. - Issuance of citation · p. 1 · Open sourceQuestions people ask
Auburn permit FAQ
Where do I start for a project in City of Auburn, IL?
Start with the property address. The parcel determines whether municipal, county, state, shoreland, floodplain, sanitary, transportation, or special-district approvals can apply.
Who handles building permits in Auburn?
A building office is not listed here. Use the address check to confirm the issuing office before relying on a form.
Who handles zoning approval in City of Auburn, IL?
Zoning administration may sit with the municipality or county. Confirm the parcel authority before relying on statewide guidance.
Are the fees and forms on this page final?
No. Adopted fees, application versions, issuing offices, and required attachments can change. Verify the current official source before filing or paying a fee.
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