Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 13-20 § 13-20-570
Drawings (Chicago Building Inspection Code (Chapter 13-20))
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All required drawings shall comply with Sections 14E-6-600 .27 and 14E-6-600 .28. Engineered drawings shall bear the architects or engineers name, address, and business telephone number. (Added Coun. J. 11-3-99, p. 13842, § 3; Amend Coun. J. 9-6-17, p. 55278, Art. II, § 15)
Chicago Municipal Code § 13-20-570 establishes formatting and attribution requirements for drawings submitted as part of regulated construction or permitting processes. All required drawings must conform to the standards set out in Sections 14E-6-600.27 and 14E-6-600.28 of the municipal code. When drawings are engineered, they must display the name, address, and business telephone number of the responsible architect or engineer.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers overseeing construction or renovation projects subject to Chicago Municipal Code § 13-20-570 generally ensure that all submitted drawings meet the cross-referenced technical standards in Sections 14E-6-600.27 and 14E-6-600.28. When engineered drawings are required, compliant operators confirm that the licensed architect or engineer has affixed their name, business address, and telephone number to those documents before submission. Keeping copies of all stamped and attributed drawings on file supports a clear record of compliance throughout the permitting process.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Chicago Municipal Code § 13-20-570 sets baseline standards for the technical drawings that must accompany certain construction or building-permit applications, which can affect work done in or around residential properties. Tenants who believe that unpermitted or improperly documented work is being performed in their building may contact the Chicago Department of Buildings to inquire about permit records and drawing compliance. Tenant-rights organizations can help residents understand how building-code documentation requirements intersect with habitability and other housing protections.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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