Visit the ONLINE PORTAL to apply for Permits and Licenses.

A good rule of thumb is if it involves adding, moving, or exposing water, gas, electricity or walls, or it involves your property lines, it is going to need a permit! For any Building Permit Questions, please call us at 847-870-5675 or email permit@mountprospect.org. 

Your business may need the following:

Business Licenses – A Business License is required for all businesses operating in the Village of Mount Prospect, with the exception of Home Occupations. Visit the ONLINE PORTAL to apply electronically. Business License Questions: Call 847-818-5328 or email businesslicense@mountprospect.org.

Contractor Licenses - A Contractor's License is required for all general contractors, electricians, plumbers, fire alarm, fire sprinkler, roofers and HVAC. Your company is considered a general contractor when they are the ONLY contractor on a project or overseeing multiple trades on a project. Visit the ONLINE PORTAL to apply electronically. Contractor License Questions: Call 847-870-5675 or email permit@mountprospect.org. 

Liquor Licenses and Gaming Terminal Licenses – An application for a liquor license or gaming terminal license is available through the Village Manager’s Office upon request. Liquor License / Gaming Terminal Questions: 847-818-5300 or email VMO@mountprospect.org.

Sign Permits – All installation of new signs, including sign faces, requires a permit. Please do not contract for your sign until you and/or your sign company have received an approved permit from the Village. Visit the ONLINE PORTAL to apply electronically. Sign Permit Questions: Call 847-870-5675 or email permit@mountprospect.org. 

Outdoor Dining Permit - A permit is required if the proposed outdoor dining area will be located on public property (i.e. public right-of-way).  Permits for outdoor dining are valid for one year and businesses are required to reapply each year. Outdoor Dining Permit Questions: 847-818-5328 or email achoi@mountprospect.org. 

Business Alarm License - Security alarm licenses are registered with the business license. If you need to add or remove a security alarm from your business license, please email businesslicense@mountprospect.org.