Madison County, Illinois: home sale requirements by municipality

3 of the 3 municipalities we track in Madison County require an inspection, test or certificate before a home sale.

CityWhat is requiredFeeStatus
AltonMadison CountyResidential occupancy inspection at saleRequired at sale
EdwardsvilleMadison CountyResidential occupancy inspection at saleRequired at sale
Granite CityMadison CountyResidential occupancy inspection at saleRequired at sale

What these requirements involve

St. Louis-area occupancy inspection

Most municipalities in St. Louis County, and the City of St. Louis, inspect a home before it is sold or reoccupied. The new owner needs the occupancy permit, and failed items must be fixed or formally assumed by the buyer. Read the guide.

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