City of Pontiac Department of Building & Zoning
115 West Howard Street
Pontiac, IL  61764
Phone: (815) 844-1038
Fax: (815) 842-3885
Office Hours: Mon-Fri, 07:30 A.M. to Noon;  1:00 to 4:30 P.M.


Codes to Protect Residents & Visitors
City Codes are established to protect the health, safety, and welfare of residents and also visitors to Pontiac. The building and zoning office is responsible for enforcing city and state codes. The building and zoning office recognizes the importance of maintaining the quality of life that Pontiac residents and property owners deserve and enjoy.

Code Violations
If a property owner is found to be in violation of a city code and does not take corrective action, an abatement is issued and the property owner can be fined no less than $50 and not more than $500.

Each day a violation continues shall constitute a separate offense. The following are guidelines and codes that all citizens need to be aware of to ensure that no violations exist. 

Codes Currently In Effect

• 2009 International Energy Code, or newer as adopted by the State
• All Appendices to the Adopted International Codes
• State of Illinois Accessibility Code
• Frost Line Depth - 32 inches
• Ground Snow Load - 20 PSF
• Ice Shield Required - Yes
• International Building Code 2003 Edition
• International Existing Building Code 2003 Edition
• International Fire Prevention Code 2003 Edition
• International Mechanical Code 2003 Edition
• International Property Maintenance Code 2003 Edition
• International Residential Code for One & Two Family Dwellings 2003 Edition
• National Electrical Code 2005
• Pontiac Code of Ordinances, as amended
• State of Illinois Plumbing Code (2004)
• Termite - Moderate to heavy
• Weathering - Severe
• Wind Speed 90 MPH