FOIA Request to City of St. Charles Regarding Building Permits on October 30, 2024.
We at Kane County Reporter have recently submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to the City of St. Charles, Illinois, seeking comprehensive data on both new and active residential and commercial building permits issued since January 1, 2023.
Our request specifically asks for a list of all new residential and commercial building permits issued from the start of 2023 till the present date. The requested information includes the type of permit, date issued, fee paid, requester's name, address where the permit is applicable, and contractor's name.
In addition to this, we have also requested a list of all currently active residential and commercial building permits along with their status. The same fields as mentioned above are required for these active permits as well.
As a media organization dedicated to providing accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs, access to such public records is essential for us to fulfill our professional responsibilities. This includes holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public.
We believe that our role in disseminating information makes us eligible for a fee waiver as a media professional under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act.
The aim behind this request is not just about gathering data but also about ensuring transparency in local governance and construction activities. It will help us provide our readers with detailed insights into local development trends and how public funds are being utilized in the process.
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