Building a Barn

Building a Barn Checklist

• Read the Zoning Code regarding barns and paddocks.
• Mark location and size of requested barn and paddock on a copy of a current survey of your property. Also note any changes to the grade or removal of vegetation.
• Determine the style, color and materials of the barn.
• Review the initial concept with the Building Commissioner, ARC Member, PCZBA Member and Village Manager in a pre-application meeting.
• Revise plans (if necessary) and submit for ARC review. ( ARC Application)
• Present plans in ARC meeting and adjust based on feedback (if necessary).
• Submit final landscaping plan to the Village if required by the ARC.
• Submit Building Permit Application.
• Village will contact you when the Building Permit is ready and advise you of your fees.
• Have surveyor or general contractor locate and mark property setbacks. Call JULIE to mark for conflicting utilities.
• Begin construction.
• Call for all required inspections when ready.
• Install landscaping if required by the ARC.
• When project is finished, call for a final inspection, also review with Village Manager or Building Commissioner.
• Have your surveyor revise your plat of survey to include the new barn and submit a copy to the Village.