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Burbank building department: 21 contractor registrations, 64 permits; many barber and hair salons lack IDPH licenses

Burbank City Council · February 24, 2026
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Summary

Director Hession reported issuance of 21 contractor registrations and 64 building permits this month and said most barber shops and hair salons inspected are operating without the required Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) license; the mayor said the city will take steps to ensure compliance.

Director Hession told the council the building department issued 21 contractor registrations and 64 building permits during the reporting period. He added that inspections of barber shops and hair salons found the majority operating "without the required IDPH license," and Mayor David Gilgenberg said the city will take measures to make sure those licensing requirements are met.

The report did not include a timetable or enforcement steps. Council did not take separate action at this meeting; the mayor’s statement indicates staff follow-up and potential enforcement or outreach to affected businesses.