Forms & Permits

Variance of Zoning Regulations Application

TIF Application

Special Temporary Permit Application

Renewal or Extension Zoning Application

Ordinance Amendment Form

Enterprise Zone Application

Development and Zoning Permit Application

Demolition Permit Application

Water Application Form

Apply for new water service connection or transfer existing service with the City of St. Elmo. Required for residential/commercial water tap-on, account setup, or service restoration.

Water Sewer Culvert Development Permit

City of St. Elmo permit for sewer tap-on, water tap-on, culvert installation, and infrastructure development projects. Required for new construction, utility connections, driveway culverts, and site development within city limits.

Street and Alley Permit

Obtain authorization for excavation, blocking, or work in St. Elmo streets and alleys. Required for driveway construction, utility work, sidewalk repairs, dumpster placement, or any public right-of-way activity.

Formal Complain Form

File a formal complaint against city services, code violations, or municipal operations. Use this form to report issues with Public Works, property maintenance, noise, zoning violations, or other city services needing official review.

Peddler Permit

ITINERANT MERCHANT, SOLICITORS & PEDDLERS LICENSE APPLICATION Obtain your City of St. Elmo peddler permit for temporary business activities, door-to-door sales, street vending, and solicitation. Required for all itinerant merchants operating within city limits per local ordinance. Ensures public safety, business compliance, and proper vendor registration.

Golf Cart Permit

Obtain your Golf Cart Permit for legal operation of non-highway vehicles on designated St. Elmo streets. Required for golf cart use on public roads per city ordinance. Ensures safety compliance, registration, and insurance verification

FOIA Request Form

Submit your Freedom of Information Act request to access City of St. Elmo public records. Required for obtaining government documents, meeting minutes, contracts, budgets, and other non-exempt records per Illinois FOIA (5 ILCS 140).

Business Listing Form

Feature your St. Elmo business on the official city website's local directory. Submit this form to City Hall (in person or via contact page) to create/update your free listing. Include logo + photos for maximum visibility. Form linked below. Free for local businesses—helps residents find you!

Boat Registration Form

Register your boat for use on Saint Elmo Lakes, including Lake Nellie and Tower Lake. Required for all motorized and non-motorized watercraft. Annual permits ensure lake safety, maintenance funding, and compliance with local ordinances.