Custom homes and additions in Shorewood, with the permit timeline laid out up front.
Shorewood, IL
Planning a build in a village that grew 16.5 percent in ten years
Shorewood grew 16.5 percent between 2010 and 2020 and had 6,807 housing units at the end of that decade. The Shorewood-Troy Public Library serves the village. RL Builders handles custom homes, additions and high end remodels for Shorewood owners.
Our office is in Lemont, and Frank Lello is on site every day of a job. You get one contact, and we build only on land you already own. Homes up to 10,000 square feet almost always finish in under a year. References and tours of finished RL homes are available on request.
County
Will County
Population
18,186 (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 Shorewood
The Village's Building Department publishes its review times. A first review of a permit application takes about 7 to 10 business days, and later reviews usually take 5 to 7. The Village will not accept an incomplete submittal, so a missing sheet sends it back. Applications go by email to permits@shorewoodil.gov or in person at Village Hall.
Shorewood has separate applications for residential new construction, residential remodeling and additions, and whole building demolition. Pick the right one. On the code side, the Village adopted the 2018 International Residential and Building Codes in 2019 and requires WaterSense labeled plumbing fixtures where available, so your plumbing specs should list them.
Fees work a little differently here. Most building permit related fees for new homes are due before occupancy or within one year of the permit, but the permit, plan review and water meter fees are not deferred. The Village can also bill specialized engineering or consultant review as an added fee that must be paid before the permit is issued. Impact fees may be set in a development's annexation agreement, so check yours.
At the end, final occupancy needs at least 72 hours' notice, and the Troy Fire Protection District handles fire code review. We coordinate the permits and line the plans up with the Village's requirements. See custom homes and home additions for how a job runs.
Sources: Village of Shorewood Building Department, Shorewood building applications, Shorewood building codes, Shorewood permit fees
Services
What we build in Shorewood
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 Shorewood
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.
Brick Estate Home
A two story brick custom home with a finished walkout lower level and a multi level outdoor living setup with a covered patio and deck.
FAQ
Building in Shorewood: questions
How long does a Shorewood permit review take?
The Village says a first review takes about 7 to 10 business days and later reviews usually 5 to 7. It cannot accept incomplete submittals, so the package has to be whole when it goes in. Applications go by email or in person at Village Hall.
When are building fees due for a new home in Shorewood?
Most permit related fees for new homes are due before occupancy or within one year of the permit. The permit, plan review and water meter fees are not deferred. Specialized engineering review can be billed as an added fee before the permit is issued.
Who reviews the fire code in Shorewood?
The Troy Fire Protection District handles fire code review. Final occupancy also needs at least 72 hours' notice to the Village, so request it ahead of a planned move in date.
Does RL Builders build in Shorewood?
Yes. We take on custom homes, additions and remodels in Shorewood. We're based in Lemont, build only on land you own, and Frank Lello is on site every day. Ask us for references.
Planning a build in Shorewood?
Call (708) 301-0700 or send a few details, and Frank will talk through your lot, budget and timing.
