Government Small Business Capital Grant Frequently Asked Questions. The Village of Gurnee is accepting applications for the Small Business Capital Grant program. Below is a list of frequently asked qu...

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...

Residents Sprinkling Restrictions On July 11, 2005, the Village Board updated the watering restrictions to increase the amount of time watering is allowed. Residents may now water between the hours of...

Residents Building Safety - Permits - Roofing Requirements Submit a Building Permit Application Requirements Not more than one layer of asphalt or fiberglass shingles shall be applied over an existing...

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

Business Services and Programs The Village of Gurnee is committed to providing residents with a wide range of essential services and community programs aimed at enhancing the quality of life in our co...

The Village of Gurnee had another major year of construction, with over $66 million in building permit investment in the community. Gurnee welcomed several new businesses in 2018 to add to our communi...

Planning and Zoning Planning & Zoning The primary responsibility of the Planning & Zoning Division is to guide the physical growth and development of the Village. Our goal is to enhance the qu...

Business Doing Business In Gurnee The Village of Gurnee earns its reputation as the Community of Opportunity by providing exceptional services to its residents and businesses. Outstanding location, a ...

Residents Building Safety - Permits: Basement Finish 1. Complete a Building Permit Application. 2. Include all pertinent contractors (i.e., general contractor, electrician, plumber, HVAC, etc.). Verif...

Visitors Contractor Requirements Contractor Requirements REQUIREMENTS FOR WORKING IN VILLAGE OF GURNEE This information can be faxed to us at 847-623-9475 These five contractors must be registered wit...

Effective this Friday, June 26, all regions of the state are set to advance to Phase 4 of the Restore Illinois Plan. Phase 4 allows for reopening or expansion of several key business segments and als...