Businesses

Business in Round Lake

The Village of Round Lake is a retail-friendly community.  Our population has tripled within the last five years due to new residential development.  We welcome you to be a part of the economic vitality.  The Village's staff will handle your project professionally and expeditiously.

The Village of Round Lake requires any new business or a re-locating business within the Village to complete the business application packet.  Please submit the completed packet to the Administrative Department at Village Hall.  

For home occupations, please see HOME OCCUPATIONS below.

Approval for Signs or Facade Modifications

In addition to a business license, two approvals are required for signage, façade modifications and new developments in all zoning districts:  

  1. A Certificate of Appropriateness must be obtained from the Architectural Commission (ARC). 
  2. Please contact Karen Baker or 847-546-0963 to schedule a meeting before the Architectural Commission. 
  3. A Building Permit must be obtained from the Building Department.

Interested in Joining the Chamber of Commerce?

Please contact the Round Lake Area Chamber of Commerce at 847-546-2002 or visit the website www.rlchamber.org

Home Occupations

Please note that currently, there are no permits or fees; however, we are requiring interested parties to complete the application form.

Upon completion, submit the form to:
Karen Baker
Village of Round Lake Village Hall - Building Department
442 N. Cedar Lake Road Round Lake, IL 60073

The Director of Community Development will provide an approval or denial letter upon review of the application form.

Contact Information

For Business Licenses:

Administrative Department
442 N. Cedar Lake Road
Round Lake, IL 60073
Phone: 847-546-5400
Fax: 847-546-5405
Hours: M-F: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

For ARC, Building Permit and Home Occupations:

Building Department
442 N. Cedar Lake Road
Round Lake, IL 60073
Phone: 847-546-0963
Fax: 847-546-8712
Hours: M-F: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

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