Renovation and repair in Cary

Cary is a village in McHenry County along the Fox River, northwest of Chicago.

Permits in Cary

Local rules worth knowing

• Cary's online permit portal currently covers a set list of project types, including A/C, furnace, water heater, deck, deck restoration, re-roof, re-siding, windows and doors, fences, patios, driveways and sheds. Other permit types can be submitted by email, mail or in person.

  Source: Permits - General Information | Cary, IL - Official Website (opens in a new tab)

• Some standard residential permits, including re-roofing, re-siding, water heater and furnace or A/C replacement, window and door replacement, and water or sewer line repairs, can be issued over the counter when all required information is provided.

  Source: Residential Permits | Cary, IL - Official Website (opens in a new tab)

• Permitted work cannot begin until the Village issues the permit, must start within 60 days, and the permit expires 180 days after issuance. Every permit requires at least one inspection.

  Source: Frequently Asked Questions (Development - Building) (opens in a new tab)

• Residential applications may need a plat of survey marking the work area for site improvements, a description of the work, contractor contact information, and plans or drawings, with more items possible on submittal.

  Source: Residential Permits | Cary, IL - Official Website (opens in a new tab)

Work we take on in Cary

• Kitchen remodeling
• Bathroom remodeling
• Basement finishing
• Whole-home renovation
• Repairs and punch lists
• Flooring
• Drywall, plaster and paint
• Rental turnovers

Nearby

• Crystal Lake
• Palatine

Rules change. Facts on this page were checked on September 30, 2026; always confirm with the official office before relying on them.