The Marengo Building Department is responsible for safeguarding against externalities resulting from incompatible neighboring property uses and ensuring the safety of structures. Below is an overview of zoning, building permits and fees, businesses licenses and permits. Contact the Marengo Building Department for more exact information.
Zoning
City of Marengo Zoning Map
Marengo Zoning Code Book
Business Districts
B-1: Central Business District
B-2: General Business
B-3: Regional Business District
BP: Business Park District
ORI: Office, Research, and Light Industry District
M: Manufacturing District
Building Permits
View the list of downloadable Permit Applications
Building Fees
View the City of Marengo Building Fee Schedule
Licenses and Permits
At this time, there is NOT a general business permit required to operate a business in Marengo. A few businesses or components of business; however, must hold a special permit or license. To view the ordinance for these uses please click on it below:
Business Licenses
Adult Business License
Amusement License
Bed and Breakfast License
Circus/Carnival License
Dance Hall License
Food Dispensing Vehicle License
Liquor License
Refuse/Waste License
Solicitors License
Taxicab License
Vehicle License
Special Use Permits
Motor Vehicle (Gas & Repair) Service Station Permit
Kennel Permit
Rest and Nursing Home Permit
Group Home Permit
Earth Materials Extraction, Processing, Site Reclamation and Related Operations Permit
Adult Business Permit
Contact Information
Marengo Building Department
835 W. Grant Highway
Marengo, IL 60152
Phone (815) 568-2669
Hours: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM Monday through Friday.
