Services
Government services for the people of Effingham, IL.
Utilities
Pay your water and sewer bill online and set up automatic payments.
Connect water and sewer service to your property.
Disconnect water and sewer service to your property.
Public safety
Sign up for text or email alerts about emergencies.
Get a police report or other police records.
Request a fire incident report
Get a report about a recent fire.
Permits and licenses
Apply for a building or construction permit
Get permits for buildings, pools, signs, demolition, and utility projects.
Register as a contractor so you can get permits to do construction work.
Apply for a renewal golf cart permit (for existing permit-holders).
Get a license to serve or deliver alcohol, including events and outdoor dining.
Request an inspection for your construction project.
Apply for a mobile food service permit
Get a permit to safely operate a mobile food service.
Apply for an amusement license
Get a license so you can host an event that charges admission in the City of Effingham.
Apply for a special event permit
Get a permit to host a block party, race, festival, parade, or event on City streets or property.
Apply for a permit to sell goods to people in their homes.
Jobs and contracts
Find and apply for jobs with the City of Effingham.
Learn about fire service careers and benefits.
Learn about law enforcement careers and benefits.
View current bid notices to do work with the City.