GENERATOR
INFORMATION
PERMIT REQUIRED
A building permit is required from any person desiring to install or replace a generator. The following
conditions and requirements apply:
• Call J.U.L.I.E. at least 48 hours before construction (811).
• If the property is located in an area having a Homeowner’s Association, the property
owner is obligated to check with the Homeowner’s Association to ensure compliance
with their regulations.
• Allowable hours for construction within the Village are 6:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. daily.
• Generator installation permits are authorized on a case-by-case basis.
APPLICATION CHECKLIST
Applications for a generator permit shall include the following items and information:
o a completed short-form permit application listing the contractor(s) performing the work.
o valid contractor registration with the Village of Sugar Grove
o a scaled drawing, with all dimensions drawn in on 11”x17’ or smaller paper including:
o location of the generator
o location of the gas meter
o the connection from the generator to the gas meter (around the house or through the
basement, surface mounted or buried)
o material for piping in (black iron or flex pipe)
o a copy of the contract with the property owner’s signature
CONTRACTOR REGISTRATION
Any contractor engaged in or having obligation to do work where the scope of work requires a
building permit is required to be registered with the Village of Sugar Grove. If the contractor is not
currently registered with the Village, a registration application can be obtained from the Building
Division at 630.391.7220 or from the Village’s website www.sugargroveil.gov
INSPECTIONS REQUIRED
Inspections may include: underground gas, pre-pour concrete and final depending on the scope of
construction. The owner/contractor is responsible for scheduling all required inspections. Please call
630.391.7220 to schedule the inspections. Please schedule the inspections by 3:30 PM THE DAY
BEFORE you want it.
PLAN REVIEW
Please allow 10 (ten) working days for processing.