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When you think of a well-constructed building, what comes to mind? Aesthetics, functionality, and design might be some of the initial thoughts, but beneath the surface lies a crucial foundation that often goes unnoticed: building codes.
Chicago, IL - June 27, 2023 - After a distinguished career with the Chicago Building Department, Ed Doherty has announced his retirement, effective July 1st, 2023. Following his departure, Doherty will be joining Phase 1 Consulting, a leading advisory firm in the construction and development industry.
Construction projects are complex and demanding, with a multitude of moving parts that must work together in order to achieve success. Unfortunately, one common obstacle that can derail a project is a stop work violation. This occurs when work on the project is halted due to a violation of safety or regulatory requirements. These violations can be costly, both in terms of time and money, so it is essential to take steps to avoid them. In this blog post, we will explore some strategies for avoiding stop work violations on construction projects.
Today, we decided to ask AI how to obtain a building permit at the city of Chicago. The response was overly generalized as there is a much involved depending on the type of permit or complexities of the project. So here we go!
To obtain a building permit in the City of Chicago, you'll need to follow these steps:
Why use a permit expeditor? You can avoid delays and save money.
"The Kenwood high-rise apartment building that caught fire Wednesday afternoon, leaving one person dead and multiple people injured and displaced has had a history of unaddressed safety violations.
Energy efficient building code updates are often done with the best intentions but how do we know if the changes are actually helping?
Some good news to report on the Chicago construction scene as the stop work order issued in August for the Sears at Six Corners redevelopment project was completely lifted last month, clearing the way for work on the fifth-floor addition to start up again. This looks like an amazing project and it is great to see Chicago redevelopments take place.
Although some municipalities are making it easier for EV charging station installations, there are still a myriad of regulations and outdated rules across the United States.
When Ryan Companies and Amazon wanted a partner for permitting on a time sensitive project, they went to Phase 1 to get the job done.
