§ 14A-4-404.16.4 — Insurance
Municipal Code of Chicago (2026 S-74, current through Council Journal of June 17, 2026) · Municipal Code of Chicago § 14A-4-404.16.4
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14A-4-404.16.4 Insurance.
Before commencing the erection, maintenance, or use of any scaffolding that requires a permit, the operator must obtain commercial general liability insurance against any liability, loss, or claim caused by, or arising from the erection, disassembly, or use of, the scaffolding. Such insurance must meet all of the following criteria: 1. Be issued by an insurer authorized to insure in Illinois. 2. Be in an amount no less than $1 million per occurrence for bodily injury, personal injury, and property damage. 3. Name the City, its officers, employees, and agents as additional insured on a primary, noncontributory basis for any liability arising directly or indirectly from the operator’s operations. 4. Be maintained in full force and effect at all times that the scaffolding is present or throughout the permit period.
