DOCUMENTS AND FORMS
City Hall
There are many licenses and permits issued by various City, County, and State departments. This section contains a listing of some common permits issued by the City of Morrison. Please contact City Hall at (815) 772-7657 before beginning any building project. See City of Morrison Municipal Code for specific information.
Building Permit Application
A Building Permit must be obtained for construction of new structures, additions to existing structures, or any activity, which constitutes an external change. Such projects as re-roofing or siding an existing structure does not require a permit. The City’s ZONING CODE defines “STRUCTURE” as anything constructed or erected; the use of which requires permanent location on the ground or attached to something having a permanent location on the ground, including but without limiting the generality to advertising signs, billboards, backstops for tennis courts, curbs, fences, pavements, sidewalks, and pergolas, etc…
Fence Permit Application
To obtain a Permit, the applicant is to complete the application and submit the completed form and pay the appropriate permit fee to City Hall. Zoning regulations vary among the zoning districts, and applicants should determine the specific requirements applicable to their project. In most cases, approval of the permit application is subject only to the City’s verification of compliance with appropriate zoning regulations. Please allow 1 week for processing.
A Special Use Permit is required whenever the intended use of a building, structure, or zoning lot does not conform with the use(s) specified within the Zoning District in which the building or lot is located.
Variance Application
If the proposed construction project requires new water and sewer service, a Building Permit will not be issued without first obtaining the required water and/or sewer permits from City Hall.
Zoning regulations vary among the zoning districts, and applicants should determine the specific requirements applicable to their project.
Demolition Permit
If a structure is to be demolished and is located within Morrison City limits, a Demolition Permit is required. A permit must be obtained and permit fee paid, prior to demolition.
Bid Notice
Contractors & Builders
The following applies in the City of Morrison: The Illinois Roofing Industry Licensing Act, National Electrical Code, Illinois Plumbing Code, ICC, International Building Code, International Fire Code, International Fuel Gas Code, International Property Maintenance Code. Other Codes may be applicable. It is the responsibility of the contractor, builder, and/or owner to comply with all applicable codes and licensing requirements.
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Forms
Ordinances relating to some of the following forms can be searched for by clicking here. If unable to find an ordinance, please contact City Hall for further information.
ADA Compliance
Community Services
- Citizen Alert Registration
- Community Center Rental Agreement
- Non-Highway Vehicle Permit – Application & Waiver
- Parade Permit
- Raffle Application
- Security Check Request Form
- Street Closure Request
- Street Excavation
- **UPDATE** Sidewalk Concrete Reimbursement Program is reinstated for FY22 (May 1, 2021-April30, 2022)
Business Services
Human Resources
- City of Morrison Employment Application
- City of Morrison Maintenance Worker Job Description
- Morrison Police Department Employment Application
** Now accepting applications for 2023 Summer positions **
Historical Preservation Commission
- Certificate of Appropriateness Application
- Brick Pavers – Order Form
- **UPDATE** Building Improvement Program suspended for FY21 (May 1, 2020-April 30, 2021)
- Morrison Local Historical Landmarks
- Morrison Historical District Map
- Morrison Main Street District Map
- Locally Designated Locations & Districts