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3909 W Main St, Decatur, IL 62522

Project TypeElectrical
Permit Date2026-06-22Permit Value$10,161,750
OwnerDecatur Park DistrictApplicantBroeren RussoContractorNot specified
Work DescriptionNew construction of single story, steel and metal framing Activity Center located on existing Scovill Park West property. Work includes all site improvements, retention pond, storm/sanitary/water/electrical utilities to new building. New building includes interior space for pickleball athletic courts, multipurpose room with adjacent kitchen facility, offices, open shell space and rooms for classes, crafts, games, meetings, etc. along with outdoor patios, canopies and new driveway/parking lot.

5135 Harbour Court, Decatur, IL 62521

Project TypeResidential Building
Permit Date2026-06-22Permit Value$77,180
OwnerWilliam AustinApplicantRyan MeadowsContractorNot specified
Work DescriptionIntstall steel shorewall along entire shoreline (145').Install single slip boat dock with 4' wide walkway on left and 14'w x 34L swim deck on right.Entire dock structure will be 28' wide.Permit is for shorewall and dock steel work only.

445 E Dawson Rd, Decatur, IL 62521

Project TypeDemolition
Permit Date2026-06-22Permit Value$5,500
OwnerMichael HudsonApplicantDylan CookContractorNot specified
Work DescriptionProvide all labor, equipment, trucking, and disposal necessary to demolish the existing garage structure. All demolition materials will be loaded, hauled from the property, and disposed of at an approved facility. Following demolition and cleanup, the area will be finish graded to blend with surrounding elevations and leave the site in a neat and presentable condition.
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1405 E Leafland Ave, Decatur, IL 62521

Project TypeDemolition
Permit Date2026-06-22Permit Value$3,800
OwnerFamily Lease LLCApplicantDylan CookContractorNot specified
Work DescriptionDemolish and remove existing garage structure, including loading and hauling all demolition debris to an approved disposal facility. Upon completion of demolition activities, the site will be cleaned of debris and rough graded to provide a safe, smooth, and finished surface ready for future use.
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