Requirements

For this type of work the description must:

• Begin with “SELF-CERT 2019 CBC:”
• Describe the type and dimensions of the temporary structure, for example: “8 X 20 SHIPPING CONTAINER,” “20 X 40 POLE TENT,” or “CUSTOM 800 SQFT STAGE”
• Describe the intended use of the temporary structure, for example “FOR ASSEMBLY” or “FOR COOKING” or “FOR STORAGE”
• Describe any event the temporary structure is associated with, for example “DURING TASTE OF CHICAGO,” “FOR SMITH WEDDING,” “FOR VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT,” or “FOR PRIVATE EVENT”
• If the temporary structure will be installed on a large site, such as Grant Park, describe the installation location, such as “LOCATION: BUCKINGHAM FOUNTAIN PLAZA”

Note 1: The permitting system will automatically append the erection start and end dates and the date on which the permit will expire.

Note 2: Self-certification should not be combined with reinstatement. Reinstatements will be processed as Standard Plan Review applications, with the plan examination waived if eligible.

Examples

SELF-CERT 2019 CBC: SIX 8 X 20 SHIPPING CONTAINERS FOR MERCANTILE/STORAGE USE CONNECTED WITH AT-GRADE WOOD DECKS FOR POP-UP RETAIL VILLAGE. INCLUDES SMALL STAGE AND FENCED-IN OUTDOOR SEATING AREA WITH TABLES AND CHAIRS.

SELF-CERT 2019 CBC: TWO 15 X 45 FRAME TENTS FOR BUILDING HEALTH / SECURITY SCREENING. LOCATION: DALEY CENTER PLAZA.

SELF-CERT 2019 CBC: ONE 30 X 50 STRUCTURE TENT FOR TEMPORARY MUSEUM EXHIBIT. LOCATION: MUSEUM OF SCIENCE AND INDUSTRY SOUTHWEST TERRACE.

SELF-CERT 2019 CBC: ONE 20 X 80 POLE TENT, ASSEMBLY-TYPE (TABLES AND CHAIRS) USE FOR 1-DAY PRIVATE EVENT IN ST. JOHN CHURCH PARKING LOT.

SELF-CERT 2019 CBC: CUSTOM 1,000 SQFT STAGE WITH TWO 30-FOOT LIGHTING TOWERS.