A building permit is required to ensure that the project you are constructing conforms to the minimum standards of the Chicago Building Code. The Chicago Building Code exists to safeguard the public health, safety and welfare.A building permit is NOT required for the following repair or replacement work at any building:
Interior finishes such as carpet, hardwood flooring, tile, paint and wallpaper
Interior non-fire rated ceiling tiles (excluding grid)
Cabinetry and furniture without electrical and plumbing connections
In-kind replacement of non-fire rated interior doors
At grade non-combustible walkways and patios
Playground equipment
Fences max. 5’-0” high on private property (excludes landmark buildings and landmark districts as well as chain link and masonry fences)
Vinyl, aluminum, wood, EIFS or other similar nonstructural exterior finishes on all one story buildings except Hazardous occupancy (excludes landmark buildings and landmark districts)
If you are caught without a permit, you may receive a costly Building Code Violation. The City of Chicago can also review your buildings past history and cite you for something that happened years ago in which you did not obtain a permit. More information concerning building permits can be found on the City of Chicago's website.
If you need legal representation, Bradford Miller Law can help. We are located in downtown Chicago and have been assisting clients with Building Code Violation issues for several years. Building Code Violation issues can be frustrating, time consuming, and expensive. We will work with the City to get the violations dismissed and/or get you ample time to fix the violations without being fined over and over again. Contact our office at 312-238-9298 for a FREE 15-minute consultation.
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