Custom homes and remodels in a village built around three rivers and a canal.
Channahon, IL
Planning a build where three rivers meet
Channahon sits where the Des Plaines, Kankakee and DuPage rivers meet, with the Illinois and Michigan Canal running through town past Canal Lock No. 6 and the Dresden Mule Barn. Channahon State Park sits beside the DuPage River. RL Builders builds custom homes and remodels for owners here.
Frank Lello is on site every day, and you work with him directly. We build only on land you own, from your plans or with your architect. Homes up to 10,000 sq ft almost always finish in under a year. References and tours of finished RL homes are available on request.
County
Grundy and Will Counties
Population
13,383 (2020)
Permits
What clients say
Homeowners on working with Frank
Frank and his team built our dream home through COVID, and the quality has been exceptional. Years later he still checks in seasonally and stays a call or text away, which is rare and appreciated.
Julie Morris, homeownerFrank handled our kitchen renovation and we could not be happier with the final project. He was on site every day, used skilled craftsmen, and made what could have been stressful feel easy.
Homeowner, kitchen renovation
What to know before building in Channahon
The Village of Channahon Community Development Department issues building permits and certificates of occupancy, performs inspections, and reviews site plans, plats and building plans. A main focus is reviewing new residential, commercial and industrial developments before they go to the Planning and Zoning Commission and the Village Board. The department also collects impact fees for distribution to the appropriate taxing bodies, and it has a Chief Building Official and an Inspections Coordinator on staff. Ask the department what applies to your lot before you pay for drawings.
The village publishes a 2025 zoning map, a 2019 comprehensive plan called Re-Imagine Channahon, and Town Center Design Standards. Read the map first, since it tells you the zoning district before you pay for plans. The comprehensive plan is public as well, so you can see how the village expects the area around your lot to develop before you buy or build. Among its related documents the department lists a flood insurance coverage application guide, so ask the village whether flood coverage questions touch your lot.
Parkway trees between the sidewalk and curb are maintained by the village, and its Tree Board is a volunteer advisory group formed in 1996. RL coordinates the permit package and lines the plans up with what Channahon requires. See custom homes.
Sources: Channahon Community Development, Channahon Tree Board, Channahon, Illinois
Services
What we build in Channahon
Custom Homes
New custom homes on your lot, typically $1M to $3.5M, finished in under a year for homes up to 10,000 sq ft.
Upscale Remodeling
High end kitchen, bathroom and main living remodels with the owner on site every day.
Complete Renovations
Whole home renovations that rework layout, finishes and systems as one project.
Basement Build Outs
Finished basements from framing through final trim, built to last below grade.
Additions and Extensions
Bedrooms, baths and living space that match the house and look original.
Specialty Projects
Fire restoration, demolition and select commercial build outs.
Projects
RL projects near Channahon
Homer Glen Ranch
A custom ranch home in Homer Glen with durable materials, clean detailing and covered outdoor areas. Completed in 2018.
Shadow Ridge
A 12,000 sq ft custom home with copper turrets, limestone block masonry and a home theater under a high strength garage floor. Built in under a year and featured on Comcast's "Builders & Buyers".
All the Bells and Whistles
A Mediterranean inspired estate of more than 10,000 sq ft with 6 bedrooms, 10 bathrooms, a home theater and indoor and outdoor pools. Built start to finish in under a year.
FAQ
Building in Channahon: questions
Does RL Builders build in Channahon?
Yes, we take on work in Channahon. References and tours of finished RL homes are available on request. Frank Lello is on site every day on our jobs.
Who issues building permits in Channahon?
The Village of Channahon Community Development Department issues building permits and certificates of occupancy, performs inspections and reviews site plans, plats and building plans. A Chief Building Official and an Inspections Coordinator are on staff.
Does flooding affect building in Channahon?
The department lists a flood insurance coverage application guide among its related documents, and the village sits where three rivers meet. Ask Community Development whether your lot is affected before you commit to plans.
Planning a build in Channahon?
Call (708) 301-0700 or send a few details, and Frank will talk through your lot, budget and timing.
