Rules supporting Wage Theft, following amendments to MCC 6-100, effective July 1, 2024

Provides reporting requirements of any substance or material that has the potential to harm the health of people and/or the environment and the authority of the Commissioner to add/refine the medical access information requirements

Program allows homeowners in certain areas within the City of Chicago to buy vacant city-owned lots for less than market value if the parcel meets certain criteria established by law.

ADR provides relief for administrative hearings debt to low-income participants, including but not limited to violations issued by the Departments of Streets and Sanitation, Police, Buildings, and Business Affairs and Consumer Protection. The ADR rules were last updated on 1/12/23 and are being updated now to align with changes made to the program in the 2024 Revenue Ordinance.

Rule provides guidance on the terms “entertainer” and “infrequent” as contained in Section 16-16-030.

Rules outlining responsibilities and obligations for taxicab affiliations

Ordinance requiring residential developments that receive financial assistance or involve city-owned land to provide a percentage of units at affordable prices.

Provides operating, maintenance and reporting requirements to minimize emissions of airborne particulate matter from the handling and storage of bulk materials that have the potential to harm the health of people and/or the environment.

The City of Chicago offers bid preferences on City-funded construction projects to contractors who utilize union apprentices enrolled in, or that have graduated from, a construction technology training program administered by the City Colleges of Chicago.

Provides website where NOI and NESHAP/Joint Agency forms and form revisions are to be submitted.

Rules for Placement of Banners on City Poles

A bid incentive the Chief Procurement Officer allocates to a qualified bidder when the qualified bidder meets specified requirements including being located within the counties of Cook, DuPage, Kane, Lake, McHenry, or Will in the State of Illinois; having a majority of its business fleet located and used within those six counties; and a majority of those vehicles located and used within those six counties are alternatively powered vehicles.

Rules for certain buildings covered by Chapter 18-14 of the municipal code, detailing how to comply with reporting requirements and how to appeal a decision.

The rules describe the eligibility requires for the Business Enterprises Owned or Operated by People with Disabilities Utilization Bid Incentive as well as how and when the Incentive applies

Rules supporting Chapter 1-25 of the Municipal Code of Chicago.

Rules supporting Minimum Wage following amendments to MCC 6-105, effective July 1, 2024

Rules supporting Paid Leave and Paid Sick Leave under Chapter 6-130 of the Municipal Code of Chicago, effective July 1, 2024.

Rules providing requirements and standards governing the Certified Service Provider Program at City of Chicago Airports (last updated July 11, 2018)

Rules detailing responsibilities for operating a charter/sightseeing vehicle

Rules derived from standard practices that have developed organically over several years for the Chicago Landmarks Commission

Rules detailing requirements for APS (Alternative Pricing System) and non-APS retail stores, effective July 1, 2024 (LAST UPDATED JULY 28, 2015)

These regulations apply to the manufacturers bid incentive, the business bid incentive, and the subcontractor bid incentive. They describe how and when the bid incentives apply.

These regulations were adopted for the administration and enforcement of the Clean Diesel Contracting ordinance, including details regarding compliance and the authority of the Chief Procurement Officer to waive the clean fleet score requirement.

These rules are for the Clear Path Debt Relief Pilot Program, an income-based program which creates an opportunity to reduce or eliminate certain kinds of vehicle-related debts. These rules were last published on 3/21/22. DOF is updating them now to align with changes made to the program in the 2024 Revenue Ordinance.

Rules outlining obligations and operating requirements for boats that carry passengers for hire.

Definition of "commercial vehicle" in user-paid commercial loading zones.

Allows for City-owned property, located in Tax Increment Financing Districts, to be sold to developers, businesses, and/or not-for-profit organizations through a negotiated sale agreement between the City and the buyer, which usually requires the buyer to redevelop the property.

Rules for developers converting property to condominium units.

Rules clarifying requirements with respect to the reprocessing and use of construction and demolition debris at construction sites

Rules setting forth requirements for the maintenance of material stockpiles at construction sites

Provides Guidelines and Framework to Minimize Conflicts Related to Construction, Maintenance, and Repairs in the Public Way

Requirements for the reporting of Construction and Demolition (C&D) debris recycled from certain construction and demolition sites.

Operational requirements regarding the control and mitigation of lead-bearing substances

Policies and procedures governing the debarment of vendors by the Chief Procurement Officer to provide for the listing of debarred vendors.

Rules regarding demolition by implosion.

Provide explanatory details, guidelines, and provisions regarding specific components to be reviewed prior to approval of demolition by implosion including, but not limited to, hazardous material abatement, air quality monitoring, dust mitigation and site cleanup. Last updated April 7, 2021.

CDOT rules concerning Demolition by Implosion

Rules from the Department of Buildings regarding demolition using explosives. (Effective 4/19/2021)

Department of Water Management Rules as a Prerequisite to Issuance of a Permit for Demolition by Implosion

Multi-Agency Regulation of Implosions. Requirement that Demolitions by Implosion Obtain Prior Approval or Permit from the Fire Commissioner.

OEMC’s rules regulate the use of explosives for demolition purposes in partnership with the other departments – outlines responsibility to convene meetings to review plans; coordinate an incident command post around future demolitions; and ensure comprehensive communication and notifications are issued in advance of any planned work.

The rules governing the procedure for the adjudication of the cases at the City of Chicago Department of Administrative Hearings. Last Updated: July 14, 2022.

Rules setting forth the standards to be used in determining whether or not to grant a contractor's request for waiver of MBE and/or WBE participation commitments. If the Chief Procurement Officer determines that a contractor has failed to make good faith efforts to fulfill its MBE and/or WBE goals on a City construction contract, the Chief Procurement Officer may impose remedies or sanctions upon that contractor.

The Diversity Credit Program is designed to increase the participation of Minority-owned Business Enterprises (MBEs) and Women-owned Business Enterprises (WBEs) in private sector contracts by making such participation eligible for credit toward MBE/WEBE goals on City contracts.

Rules to govern the City’s Expanded Outdoor Dining Program from January 1, 2022 through December 31, 2022. Minor edits were made to the existing rules including adding Fire Department review, removing the state liquor license component, mandating a fire lane in street closures and changing the start time to 7am.

Guidelines for completing the required Economic Disclosure Statement

Information regarding the content and format of emergency preparedness diagrams required by Section 11-4-1200 of the Municipal Code of Chicago

Procedural guidelines for reporting Smallpox

The rules describe the eligibility requirements for the Equal Employment Opportunity Bid Incentive as well as how and when the incentive applies.

To update the installment payment plans and traffic compliance rules based on the authority vested in the Traffic Compliance Administrator

Rules detailing advertising, signage, receipts, and general operations for filling stations.

Provides current ambulance fees for service, the revenue ordinance for no balance billing, financial hardship eligibility and installment payment plan information.

Rules regarding flood control, including adoption of flood insurance studies (FISs) and flood insurance rate maps (FIRMs) promulgated by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Last updated: September 10, 2021.

THIS FOOD CODE AIMS TO SAFEGUARD PUBLIC HEALTH AND PROVIDE CONSUMERS WITH FOOD THAT IS SAFE, UNADULTERATED, AND HONESTLY PRESENTED. THIS CODE ESTABLISHES DEFINITIONS; SETS STANDARDS FOR MANAGEMENT AND PERSONNEL, FOOD OPERATIONS, AND EQUIPMENT AND FACILITIES; AND FOR RETAIL FOOD ESTABLISHMENT PLAN REVIEW, INSPECTION, EMPLOYEE RESTRICTION, AND LICENSE INSPECTION. IT ALSO INCLUDES PROVISIONS FOR TEMPORARY FOOD ESTABLISHMENTS AND VARIOUS SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS.

Rules for Food Vendors as they pertain to the disclosure of service fees, surcharges and receipt requirements, effective date of July 1, 2024.

These rules set forth an approved third party garden composting registration portal and prescribe requirements related to garden composting operations.

General Rules for Public Way Use Permit Applications dated 6/27/23

Rules detailing requirements for disclosing heating costs to prospective tenants and purchasers of residential units

Rules detailing permissible services, allowable fees, and required contracts and signs for immigration service providers.

Rules detailing obligations of new owners of foreclosed rental properties and including the prescribed tenant information disclosure form

Rules detailing requirements and guidelines regarding the design, location, operation, and permitting of certain waste handling facilities, such as transfer stations.

The CDG-L program provides grant funding exceeding $5 million for the purpose of supporting eligible commercial, cultural, industrial, institutional, social service and mixed-use projects.

A neighborhood stabilization program to help property owners, non-profit groups, and block clubs in certain Chicago neighborhoods buy city-owned land for $1 per parcel

Rules detailing responsibilities and obligations for owners of businesses with a late hour liquor license.

Rules detailing obligations and responsibilities for brokers negotiating the transfer of a public passenger vehicle license, and/or negotiating a loan for such license.

Rules outlining qualifications and obligations for license managers

These rules clarify the requirements for the reporting and payment of fees on the generation of liquid waste.

The purpose of these rules are to establish a program by which low-risk food establishments shall self-certify compliance with the City of Chicago's ordinance and rules related to food safety.

Rules of procedure for hearings before the Mayor’s License Discipline Commission.

The purpose of these rules and regulations is to set forth the parameters, policies, and procedures for the City of Chicago with respect to the participation of Established Businesses in the City's Minority Business Enterprise (MBE)/Women Business Enterprise (WBE) Program.

The CDG-M program provides grants ranging from $300,001 to $5 million for the purpose of supporting eligible commercial, cultural, industrial, institutional, social service and mixed-use projects.

These Rules pertain to the implementation of the City's Mentoring Program for Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs) and Women Business Enterprises (WBEs). A prime contractor may earn up to five additional percentage points of participation credit toward MBE/WBE goals on a contract by entering into a mentoring agreement with an MBE or WBE firm on that contract. The mentoring program must be approved by the Chief Procurement Officer.

The rules describe the eligibility requirements for the Mid-Sized Business (MBI) Construction Program as well as how and when the program applies.

The Millennium Park Rules were last updated in August 2021 to provide patrons guidelines for utilizing the Park; they were amended in May 2022.

These rules describe the complaint and investigations procedures, the requirement that all contractors cooperate with such procedures, and the right of the Chief Procurement Officer to request any information and business records to determine and ensure compliance.

The Missing Middle Infill Housing Initiative is a neighborhood repopulation strategy that utilizes City land and grant funds to develop contemporary home construction on behalf of market rate buyers.

Rules for the effective implementation of Mobile Food Vendors, including regulations pertaining to construction and size requirements for mobile food vehicles, and, with input from the fire department, regulations pertaining to the installation, use, safety, and maintenance of propane tanks and natural gas apparatus in a mobile food vehicle.

The rules describe the eligibility requirements for the Non-Construction Mid-Sized Business Initiative (NMBI) Program as well as how and when the program applies.

Establishing rules for the proper administration and enforcement of the One-Call Adjudicatory Process.

Upfront fee applicability for types of online license applications

Rules setting forth conditions under which open fires are allowed for recreational purposes.

The Chicago Municipal Code establishes a minimum number of hours to be performed by City Residents as well as a minimum number of hours to be performed by Project Area residents. These regulations describe how the ordinance is administered and enforced, including the right of the Chief Procurement Officer to waive or reduce the residency requirement.

Provides information on implementation of licensing requirement for pharmaceutical representatives. The information covers who's required to be licensed, education requirements, disclosure requirements, ethical standards, and complaints against pharmaceutical representatives.

Rules derived from standard practices that have developed organically over several years for the Plan Commission.

Pop Up License Application Procedures for Trade Shows or Exhibitions

These rules update, correct, and clarify the “Rules and Regulations of Procedure for Notice of Hearings Held Before the Department of Environment,” issued on February 25, 1994. Last updated on May 4, 2022, these rules amend and supersede the 1994 Rules.

These rules pertain to agreements entered into between the City and certain vendors for the trial testing, and other uses by the City of products and services offered at no cost to the City of Chicago. Although products and services are offered to the City, at no cost, for testing, trials, and other purposes, the use of such products and services carries certain risks. The purpose of these rules is to ensure that those risks are borne by the appropriate party.

No person shall use the Riverwalk as an ingress or egress point to swim in the Chicago River

The Rules describe when Section 2-92-385 applies and how the requirement therein will be administered.

Framework of rules for licensing and regulating Chicago public chauffeurs operating taxicabs and liveries.

RULES FOR LICENSING AND REGULATING CHICAGO PUBLIC CHAUFFEURS OPERATING TAXICABS AND LIVERIES,

Procedural guidelines for Quarantine and Isolation

Rule clarifying application of Chapter 1-25 pandemic exception during COVID-19 outbreak.

The rules set forth the procedures for resolving contractual disputes between the City and its contractors.

These Rules govern all contested matters before Hearing Officers in the Mayor's License Discipline Commission.

Rules setting forth procedures related to the issuance of recycling facility permits, as well as certain requirements for the operation of recycling facilities. Last updated March 2014.

The policy for entering into contracts for goods or services based on a reference contract for the provision of the same goods or services. This policy describes requirements for consideration and requests for use of a reference contract as a basis for entering into a new City contract.

Establishes Standards for the Operations of Cranes - Last Updated 3-1-16

Establishes the Process for Obtaining and Maintaining a Crane Operator License - Last Updated 8-1-18

Sets forth the process and requirements for the registration and inspection of the conveyance devices under the department's AIC program.

These regulations are sued by the Chief Procurement Officer in all final actions with regard to determining the status of a firm as a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), Women Business Enterprise (WBE), Veteran Owned Business Enterprise (VBE) and a Business Enterprise Owned or Operated by People with Disabilities (BEPD) for City procurement purposes.

These regulations are used by the Chief Procurement Officer in all final actions with regard to determining the status of a firm as a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), Women Business Enterprise (WBE), and a Business Enterprise Owned or Operated by People with Disabilities (BEPD) for City of Chicago construction contracts.

Rules detailing the process by which a person who has been denied a license due to a disqualifying act may be found to be rehabilitated.

Sets forth procedures for rescinding or revoking a permit and due process opportunity to contest the rescission or revocation.

These rules provide the procedural requirements for filing and adjudicating complaints of discrimination with the Commission on Human Relations, in employment, housing, public accommodation, credit, and bonding.

This will be the first set of Rules for Farmers Markets promulgated by the City of Chicago.

The Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) shall make available an application for registering graffiti. Any owner may apply to DCASE to register graffiti by submitting a completed application and either a picture of the graffiti or a drawing of the proposed graffiti. The Commissioner shall review all applications and consider relevant factors. DCASE shall develop a symbol to indicate graffiti is registered with the department. DCASE shall establish, update, and maintain a record of all registered graffiti. The record shall include the photo or drawing of the graffiti, the address where it is located, and, if necessary, other information that may be helpful in identifying the graffiti and its location. Last updated date: 3-29-19

Rules pertaining to recycling facilities that accept large amounts of materials or that process and shred vehicles. The rules establish operational standards, permit application submittal requirements, location standards, and design standards. Last updated June 2020.

This will be the first set of Rules for Maxwell Street Market promulgated by the City of Chicago.

These rules set forth procedures for evaluating whether a device, material, or process is a trade secret, and for protecting the confidentiality of trade secrets, including but not limited to information submitted as part of an application for a permit issued by the Chicago Department of Public Health.

Rules for the Department of Buildings’ Self-Certified Permit Application Program

Rules for the Department of Buildings' Structural Peer Review Program

Emergency regulations for the reporting and tracking of SARS to the Chicago Department of Public Health

These rules pertain to the implementation of the City's program for service and reimbursement agreements for training and related assistance to current and prospective Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs) and Women Business Enterprises (WBEs). The rules were last updated on February 10, 2020.

Outlines requirements for shared housing registration applications, primary residence and identity verification requirements, and commissioner’s adjustment processes

Rules governing operation of a sidewalk café, now including year-round operation.

The rules describe the safety enhancing equipment that is required on all large vehicles being used in the performance of City contracts.

Rules to establish scooter sharing program license as approved by City Council in Ordinance O2024-0008373.

These rules pertain to the implementation of the City's program for service and reimbursement agreements for training and related assistance to current and prospective Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs) and Women Business Enterprises (WBEs).

The Small Business Initiative is designed to increase the opportunities that small businesses have to do business with the City of Chicago. The Small Business Initiative institutes a program for small local businesses to be exclusive bidders on certain construction projects.

This rule creates socio-economically disadvantaged areas (SEDA) in the City of Chicago. The SEDAs are based on Census tracts using four data points, weighted equally: median household income (lowest to highest), poverty rate (highest to lowest), unemployment rate (highest to lowest) and high school graduation rate (lowest prioritized). This rule was last updated in 2024.

Procedures through which the Chief Procurement Officer will consider a protest regarding procurement actions for City projects. All protests are evaluated and finally decided by the Chief Procurement Officer.

These Rules supplement the Debarment Rules in those cases where the City's Department of Administrative Hearings has been designated by the Chief Procurement Officer to conduct debarment hearings.

Rules of Procedure for the Administrative Adjudication of Contested Tax Cases

Rules regarding suspension and revocation of trade licenses. Last updated: September 6, 2022.

Rules regarding suspension of building permit privileges. Last updated:: September 6, 2022.

Rules issued pursuant to ordinance that require contractors to disclose their supply chains for the performance of contracts awarded by the City for purchasing garments, and to complete an affidavit verifying that neither they nor any subcontractors, in performance of their contracts, engage or otherwise utilize any supply chain that uses sweatshop labor. These rules describe the administration and enforcement procedures and requires all contractors cooperation.

THIS RULE COVERS THE DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING’S COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR CHAPTER 5 -11 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF CHICAGO, THE TENANT OPPORTUNITY TO PURCHASE BLOCK (606) DISTRICT.

Rules requiring third-party food delivery services to disclose to consumers any commission or service fees being charged to restaurants in order to process and deliver food.

Restrictions on the Use of Tanning Equipment by Minors

These rules describe the process for issuing task orders and ordering pursuant to technology master agreements, and for revising product and service offerings and associated pricing under such master agreements.

Framework of rules for licensing and regulating the Chicago taxicab industry.

These rules govern the application and permitting process to obtain a permit for a temporary Animal Exhibition.

Guidelines for identification of flavored tobacco products and prohibition of certain sales within five hundred feet of a school.

Rules detailing seizures and storage fees for unstamped and improperly stamped cigarettes.

Rules outlining operational obligations for tour boats and water taxis

RULES DESCRIBE THE FEATURES AND CONTENT THAT A PLATFORM’S APPLICATION PROGRAM INTERFACE (“API”) OR OTHER APPROVED ELECTRONIC MEANS FOR TRANSMITTING AND RECEIVING SHARED HOUSING DATA AND OTHER COMMUNICATIONS MUST HAVE AND PROVIDE, AT A MINIMUM, IN ORDER TO BE “APPROVED” WITHIN THE MEANING OF SECTION 4-13-220(K) OF THE SHARED HOUSING ORDINANCE

The Transportation Network Providers (TNP) Rules clarify licensing and regulatory framework for the operation of TNP (or ride-hail) companies and their affiliated drivers and vehicles in the City of Chicago. Last updated/effective August 10, 2020.

These rules describe how and when the bid incentive for small business enterprise and veteran-owned business enterprise joint ventures apply.

The rules describe the eligibility requirements for the veteran-owned subcontractor utilization bid incentive as well as how and when the bid incentive applies

Requires tobacco retailers to post at the entrance to the premises a warning sign for other tobacco products. Publishes CDPH-designed warning sign for other tobacco products. Last Updated: April 10, 2019.

Rules setting forth requirements and guidelines with respect to the provision of financial security for the operation of waste handling facilities

ZBA Rules effective 11/1/2024