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Electrical FAQs   >

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Electrical FAQs

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For other Building Department FAQs, select one of the following topics: Mechanical/Plumbing FAQs Building Permit FAQs Property Standards FAQs

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How do I become a registered electrician?

Can a homeowner install electrical work in their home?

Why do I need to submit construction documents?

When am I required to hire a design professional?

Where do codes come from?

What type of work is exempt from an electrical permit?

Why do I need a permit?

Director
Bonnie B. Henry, MCP

425 E. State Street
Rockford, IL  61104
(815) 987-5777 phone
(815) 967-4243 fax
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