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Chicago Department of Buildings Certified

Building Compliance Inspections for Chicago

Navigate Chicago's building compliance requirements with expert inspectors. From elevator certifications to energy benchmarking, we handle compliance inspections across Illinois.

500+

Buildings Inspected

7

Compliance Services

DOB

Certified Inspectors

48h

Average Turnaround

Chicago Inspection Services

Comprehensive compliance services tailored to Chicago's regulatory requirements and Illinois building code.

Elevator Inspections

Annual certification and AIC (Annual Inspection Certificate) program compliance for all Chicago elevators.

AIC Program Annual Testing
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Energy Benchmarking

Chicago Energy Benchmarking Ordinance compliance with June 1 annual deadline for buildings over 25,000 sq ft.

Energy Ordinance June 1 Deadline
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Boiler Inspections

State of Illinois required annual boiler inspections and certifications for all commercial buildings.

State of Illinois Annual
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Facade Inspections

4-year cycle facade inspections required for Chicago buildings over 4 stories to ensure structural safety.

4-Year Cycle CDB Compliant
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Fire Safety Inspections

Comprehensive fire safety and fire code compliance inspections for commercial properties.

Fire Code Annual
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Backflow Testing

Annual backflow prevention device testing required by Chicago Water Department for health and safety.

Water Dept Annual
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Chicago Compliance Requirements

Stay compliant with Chicago's building codes and city ordinances. These key requirements apply to most commercial properties.

Energy Benchmarking Ordinance

Annual energy consumption reporting for buildings over 25,000 sq ft. Data submission required to track energy efficiency across the city.

Deadline: June 1 annually

Annual Inspection Certificate (AIC)

All Chicago elevators must pass annual AIC inspection by certified professionals to ensure safety and DOB compliance.

Deadline: Annual certification required

Boiler Inspection — State of Illinois

Annual boiler inspections required by Illinois Department of Labor for all buildings with boiler systems over specific thresholds.

Deadline: Annual inspection + filing

Facade Inspection Ordinance

4-year cycle facade inspections required for buildings over 4 stories. Critical for identifying deterioration and safety hazards.

Deadline: 4-year cycle based on prior inspection

Fire Safety Code Compliance

Chicago Fire Department requires regular fire safety inspections, including fire extinguisher servicing and emergency lighting tests.

Deadline: Annual + event-based

Backflow Prevention Testing

Chicago Water Department mandates annual backflow prevention device testing to protect municipal water supplies.

Deadline: Annual testing + certification

Simplify Chicago Compliance

Don't miss compliance deadlines. Our inspectors handle testing, certifications, and filings so your buildings stay compliant with Chicago requirements.

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