§ 14A-4-402.2.2 — Certain residential buildings and accessory structures

14A-4-402.2.2 Certain residential buildings and accessory structures.

A permit is not required for the following repairs to buildings of Group R occupancy with not more than 4 stories above grade plane and accessory structures, such as private garages and carports, located on the same lot as such buildings: 1. In-kind replacement of windows. 2. In-kind replacement of interior or exterior doors. 3. Reroofing on other than low-sloped roofs. 4. In-kind replacement of exterior wood, vinyl, aluminum, fiber-cement, stucco, or EIFS siding. 5. In-kind replacement of a hot water heater. 6. In-kind replacement of a boiler. 7. In-kind replacement of a furnace. 8. In-kind replacement of air-conditioning equipment. 9. In-kind replacement of up to 50 square feet (4.6 m2) of masonry. 10. In-kind replacement of an exterior porch or stairs with a landing not exceeding 50 square feet (4.6 m2) and not more than 6 feet (1829 mm) above adjoining grade. Exception: A permit is required for any work that affects the exterior or designated interior elements of a Chicago Landmark.