The Department of Buildings enhances safety and quality of life for Chicago's residents and visitors through permitting, inspections, trade licensing, and code enforcement.
Featured Services and Programs
Construction Codes
Chicago Construction Codes, code interpretations
Permits
Express Permit Program, Self-Certification, Standard Plan Review, Developer Services, Specialized Reviews
Inspections and Reports
Permit, periodic, and complaint-based inspections; Required reporting programs
Trade Licensing
Licensing information for builders and contractors
Average Time for Building Permit Issuance
Real time metrics for plan-based building permits issued in the past two weeks (excluding Developer Services). The Department of Buildings issues many building permits on the same day through the Express Permit Program.
Department Main Office
Buildings
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Phone: 312.744.3449
Contact Us -
121 N. LaSalle St.
Room 900
Chicago, IL 60602
Get Directions - Leadership
Marlene Hopkins
Commissioner, Chicago Department of Buildings