- Adopted Building and Fire Codes
- Building Permit Handbook
- A how-to guide to building in Highland Park; includes information on commercial and residential construction.
- Construction Debris Recycling Guidelines
- How to Calculate Percentage of Demolition
- An explanation of how to determine whether alterations to an existing house will be considered a demolition.
- Floor Area Ratio Calculator
- Enter a residential lot’s square footage to determine maximum permitted floor area.
- Drainage & Grading Guidelines - UNDER CONSTRUCTION
- An explanation of how to create and maintain acceptable drainage and grading (D&G).
- Tent Safety
- Guidelines for tent safety from the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).
- Cold Weather Concrete Pour
- Standard rules for pouring concrete during cold weather.
- Guidelines for Bird-Friendly Design or Retrofit
- Residents and business owners are encouraged to create and maintain habitats and reduce hazards to birds.
- Call Before You Dig (Contact J.U.L.I.E.)
- Visit https://www.illinois1call.com/
- Call 811 or 800.892.0123
Rental Registration Program