Chicago Department of Buildings: How Can I See if There are Code Violations Cited By the City?
To check if there are code violations, administrative hearings, or circuit court cases, search the Building Department Records online.
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- Type in the address of interest.
- Review the information about building permits, Department of Buildings Inspections, and Alleged Code Violations.
To read more about the City of Chicago's enforcement process, click here.
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