§ 18-29-105.2 — Alternative materials, methods and equipment
Municipal Code of Chicago (2026 S-74, current through Council Journal of June 17, 2026) · Municipal Code of Chicago § 18-29-105.2
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18-29-105.2 Alternative materials, methods and equipment.
The provisions of this chapter are not intended to prevent the installation of any material or to prohibit any method of construction not specifically prescribed by this chapter, provided that any such alternative has been approved. An alternative material or method of construction shall be approved where the building commissioner finds that the proposed design is satisfactory and complies with the intent of the provisions of this chapter, and that the material, method or work offered is, for the purpose intended, at least the equivalent of that prescribed in this chapter in quality, strength, effectiveness, durability and safety. (Amend Coun. J. 3-5-03, p. 104990, § 48; Amend Coun. J. 11-13-07, p. 14999, Art. II, § 1)
