Find Lindenhurst Phone Directory
The Lindenhurst phone directory gathers all village department numbers, addresses, and office hours on one page. Lindenhurst is a village in Lake County with a population of about 14,417. It sits in the northern suburbs, between Gurnee and Lake Zurich. Village Hall at 2301 E. Sand Lake Road is the central building for local government services. The main phone number is 847-356-8252. Use the search tool on this page or look through each section to find the Lindenhurst contact you need for any village office or department.
Lindenhurst Phone Directory Quick Facts
Lindenhurst Village Hall Phone Numbers
Lindenhurst Village Hall is at 2301 E. Sand Lake Road, Lindenhurst, IL 60046. Call 847-356-8252 to reach the front desk. Village offices are open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The building houses most village departments under one roof. Walk-ins are welcome during office hours for general questions, payments, and permit applications. Calling first is a good idea if you need a specific form or want to make sure a particular staff member will be available when you arrive.
The Village of Lindenhurst website is the main online source for department contacts, meeting schedules, and village services.
Each department has its own page on the site with phone numbers, staff names, and forms you may need.
The village government includes a Village President and Board of Trustees who set local policy. Day-to-day operations are handled by department heads and village staff. The front desk at Village Hall can transfer your call to any department. If you are not sure who to ask for, just describe your question and they will route you to the right person. Most issues that involve village services, from water bills to building permits, go through this main number first.
Lindenhurst Department Phone Directory
Lindenhurst operates several departments from Village Hall. The Village Clerk maintains official records, handles licensing, and processes public document requests. The Public Works department manages roads, water, sewer, and storm drainage. The Building and Zoning department covers permits for new construction and renovations. Each department has its own staff and can be reached through the main Village Hall number at 847-356-8252 or through direct extensions listed on the village website.
Here are key phone numbers for Lindenhurst village departments:
- Main Village Hall: 847-356-8252
- Police Non-Emergency: 847-356-5400
- Public Works: 847-356-8252
- Building and Zoning: 847-356-8252
The Lindenhurst Contact Us page has a full list of department emails and extensions. Email is a solid choice when your question can wait a day or two. You get a written record of your request, which helps if you need to follow up later. For anything time-sensitive, calling is still the fastest way to get an answer from Lindenhurst village staff.
Note: Extensions may change when staff turns over, so check the village website for the most current numbers.
Lindenhurst Police Phone Numbers
The Lindenhurst Police Department covers all law enforcement in the village. For emergencies, call 911. The non-emergency line is 847-356-5400. Use this number for noise complaints, parking problems, or follow-up on a past report. The police station is at 2300 E. Grand Avenue, just down the road from Village Hall.
Under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act (5 ILCS 140), you can request police department phone directories and staff contact lists. These are public records. The Lindenhurst Police contact page has details on how to reach the department for general questions. The village must respond to any FOIA request within five business days. Some narrow exemptions apply to undercover or sensitive positions, but most police staff contact info is available to the public.
Lindenhurst is in Lake County, so some situations may involve the Lake County Sheriff or other agencies. The police department can tell you which agency handles your particular matter if it falls outside village limits. Always call 911 for anything that needs a fast response.
FOIA and Records in Lindenhurst
Lindenhurst maintains detailed records of all department contacts and staff directories. If you need a complete copy of any phone list or other village record, you can file a FOIA request. The Village Clerk at 847-356-8252 handles most records questions and can walk you through the process. You can submit your request in person at Village Hall, by mail to 2301 E. Sand Lake Road, Lindenhurst, IL 60046, or by email.
The state law that controls public records access is 5 ILCS 140. It covers all public bodies in Illinois, including the Village of Lindenhurst. Phone directories, email addresses, and staff contact sheets are all public records under this law. The village has five business days to respond once they receive your request. Most routine requests are handled quickly. Larger or more involved requests may take a bit longer, but the clerk will let you know if they need more time.
The FOIA process works the same way at every level of Illinois government, from villages to state agencies.
Lindenhurst Phone Directory and Local Records
Under the Illinois Local Records Act (50 ILCS 205), the village must keep and preserve all public records. That includes phone directories, staff lists, and department contact sheets. The village archives these records and makes them available on request. If you need an older phone directory or a past staff list, the Village Clerk can help you track it down.
The Village Clerk's office at 847-356-8252 is the best first call for any records question in Lindenhurst. The clerk can point you to the right department or handle a request directly. They manage meeting minutes, official correspondence, ordinances, and a wide range of other documents that fall under the Local Records Act. If something is not posted on the village website, the clerk's office is the place to start looking. They can also tell you if a record exists and how to get a copy.
How to Use This Phone Directory
Figure out which department handles your question first. Most village services go through Village Hall at 847-356-8252. Court matters go through Lake County. The clerk handles records and official documents. Building and Zoning covers permits. If you are not sure, call the main line. The front desk staff can send you to the right office quickly.
Tips for reaching Lindenhurst offices:
- Call Monday through Friday during business hours for most departments
- Have your address or account number handy before calling
- Use email when your question is not urgent
- File a FOIA request for formal records
- Call police non-emergency at 847-356-5400 for non-urgent safety matters
- Check the village website for forms before visiting in person
Most Lindenhurst offices close at 4:30 p.m. The police non-emergency line is staffed at all hours. If you need a number that is not on this page, try the village website or call the main line and ask for the department by name.
Nearby Cities Phone Directory
Lindenhurst is in the northern suburbs of Chicago in Lake County. The cities listed below are the closest qualifying cities with full phone directory pages on this site. Each has its own department contacts and direct phone lines.
Lake County Phone Directory
Lindenhurst is in Lake County. County offices handle things like property tax bills, vital records, and court filings. If your question involves county government rather than village government, use the Lake County phone directory page for the right contact info. Many Lindenhurst residents need both village and county numbers depending on the service they are looking for. The Lake County courthouse in Waukegan is the main hub for county-level services and records.