Residents Building Safety Division - Permits: Gazebos Submit a Building Permit Application 1. Submit a building permit application prior to beginning any work. 2. Include copy of your Legal Plat of Su...

Residents Community Development Department The Department of Community Development is concerned with physical planning, infrastructure construction, and the safety of structures and grounds in the Vil...

Government Expand all Collapse all Planning & Zoning FAQs Q. What are my setbacks? A. Please call Planning & Zoning Department at 847.599.7500 to find out the setbacks for your property. Setba...

The Village Board will consider on August 19, 2024, the PADS of Lake County Petition to: (1) approve a zoning text amendment that would add the use of “emergency shelter” as a special use ...

Residents Political Sign Guidelines To keep Gurnee right-of-ways clear from signs that are in violation of the Gurnee Municipal Code, the Village has put together information for all candidates on gui...

Residents Building Safety Division - Permits: Detached Accessory Structure (Shed) Requirements - Updated October 2025 - Download a PDF of the information below, including zoning ordinance requirements...

Public Works Department Snow and Ice Control The Gurnee Public Works Department is responsible for the Village’s Snow and Ice Control (SIC) operations on 243 centerline miles of public streets a...

Police Department The Gurnee Public Works Department provides snow plowing and anti-icing service to local Village streets during winter weather events. Learn more about the Department's winter operat...