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Joint Committee: License and Consumer Protection; Zoning, Landmarks and Building Standards

Wednesday, February 8, 2017 · 11:00 AM AM · Council Chambers -- City Hall -- Chicago, Illinois

TL;DR

Chicago's City Council committees approved two major ordinances to streamline building permits and business licensing by consolidating regulations across multiple city departments. These changes aim to simplify the process for residents and businesses seeking permits and licenses while improving how the city enforces these rules.

Key Decisions

  • Consolidation of building permit regulations (Titles 2, 4, 13) Passed
  • Consolidation of business licensing and inspections (Titles 3, 4, 9, 11, 13, 15, 17) Passed

Agenda

  1. Attendance
  2. 1 Amendment of Municipal Code Titles 2, 4 and 13 by consolidating regulations and enforcement provisions for issuance of building permits and related licenses
    Ordinance
    Action: Recommended to Pass Passed

    Recommended to Pass BY VOICE VOTE

  3. 2 Amendment of Municipal Code Titles 3, 4, 9, 11, 13, 15 and 17 regarding consolidation of business licensing and inspections
    Ordinance
    Action: Substituted in Committee Passed

    Substituted in Committee BY VOICE VOTE

  4. 4 Untitled item
    Action: Passed Passed

    A motion was made to Approve the Consent Agendaby the following vote: