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Housing

Housing is an essential component of the St. Charles community. With over 12,000 households, St. Charles offers a diverse stock of owner- and renter-occupied housing, from apartments and townhomes to single-family homes and senior housing. The City of St. Charles recognizes the importance of good quality, attainable housing options for our residents. As such, the City's housing efforts have focused on preserving and maintaining St. Charles' affordable housing stock.


Rental Assistance Resources 

Kane County renters and landlords in need of assistance may be eligible for the Illinois Rental Assistance Program. For more
information and to apply, visit the Illinois Department of Human Services Illinois Housing Help page

Information about additional rental assistance in St. Charles and Kane County may be found at:


City Housing Initiatives 

The Housing Commission is a group of citizens appointed to: 

  • Preserve the existing affordable housing stock
  • Promote public awareness of the need for affordable housing
  • Encourage and guide market forces to build affordable housing
  • Maintain/increase the availability of attainable/affordable housing for all members of the community by working with the private sector and major employers in the community.
  • Assist City Council with the operation and implementation of the Housing Trust Fund. 

The Housing Trust Fund was established by the City as a separate fund for the sole purpose of providing and preserving affordable housing opportunities in St. Charles. Housing Trust Fund resources are to be utilized to:

  • Preserve and produce affordable housing
  • Provide housing-related financial support and services to income-eligible households
  • Provide financial support for non-profit organizations that actively address the affordable housing needs of income-eligible households. 

The Inclusionary Housing Ordinance (IHO) was adopted to provide a mechanism for requiring new residential developments to include affordable dwelling units, or to pay a fee in-lieu of providing units. The IHO helps to ensure an adequate stock of affordable housing in St. Charles. Fee in-lieu contributions are placed in the Housing Trust Fund. The IHO offers several incentives to off-set the cost of developing affordable housing. 

Forms, Permits and Records

Applying for a Building Permit

 

Applications and payments may be submitted to the Building and Code Enforcement Department in person during our regular business hours, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.  We also accept items submitted by U.S. Mail, or by placing submittals in our drop-box located near the front entrance to the St. Charles Municipal Building located at 2 E. Main Street, St. Charles, Illinois 60174.

We are unable to process permit applications that do not include the submittal fee.

Forms of payment accepted:

Freedom of Information Act

About the Freedom of Information Act

The Freedom of Information Act was enacted to allow citizens of Illinois to have access to full and complete information regarding the affairs of government and the official acts and policies of those who represent them as public officials and employees. The City of St. Charles understands the importance of providing accurate information to the public so they can be well informed regarding City operations.  A well-informed community will help the City to better serve their residents.