Building and Zoning

The primary function of the Building & Zoning Department is to enforce building codes and regulations adopted by the City in regard to inspecting and approving all construction and alterations within the City limits.  The Building Inspector examines and approves building plans and then issues permits for residential, commercial and industrial construction.  The Building Inspector enforces codes adopted by the City of Flora through a plan review and inspections. The City has adopted the following editions of the International Codes:

• The International Building Code of 2024
• The International Residential Code of 2024 with Amendment R309.2 Automatic Sprinkler Systems required for one and two family dwellings
• 2024 International Existing Building Code of 2024
• 2024 International Mechanical Code of 2024
• 2024 International Property Maintenance Code of 2024
• The International Fire Code of 2024
• The Illinois Energy Conservation Code of 2024
• The NFPA Life Safety Code of 2012
• The NFPA 13 Automatic Sprinkler Code, Current edition
• The NFPA 72 Fire Alarm and Signaling Code, current edition
• The International Swimming Pool and Spa Code of 2024
• The State of Illinois Accessibility Code and adopted by the State of Illinois
• 2024 International Fuel Gas Code
• The current edition of the Illinois Plumbing Code
• National Electrical Code of 2023

If you are building, remodeling or have any type of construction project, you may need a building permit.  Please contact the Building/Zoning Department for further information.

Another function of the Building/Zoning Department is code enforcement.  The purpose of code enforcement is to regulate the structures and land uses in order to preserve, protect and promote public health, safety and welfare.  A link to the City of Flora Code of Ordinances is located below.  The Zoning Administrator also assists the Zoning Board with its evaluation of use changes and special use permits on property/buildings within the City limits or within the extra-territorial zoning map.

The Building/Zoning Department can be reached at 618-662-7111 or 618-662-8313 Monday – Friday from 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM.  The Building Official/Zoning Administrator is Chad Bayles and the department administrative assistant is Brittine Denoncour.