§ 14A-4-404.5 — Demolition
Municipal Code of Chicago (2026 S-74, current through Council Journal of June 17, 2026) · Municipal Code of Chicago § 14A-4-404.5
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14A-4-404.5 Demolition.
A demolition permit must be obtained in accordance with Section 14A-4-407 before work begins for the demolition of an entire building or structure, for the demolition of all or substantially all of the above-grade portion of a building or structure, or for an alteration that will permanently reduce the building area of an existing building. A demolition permit must be separate from any permit for subsequent construction on the site. Exceptions: 1. Demolition of a detached private garage or carport subject to Section 14A-4-412.1. 2. A permit may be obtained after work begins for emergency work authorized pursuant to Section 14A-3-311 or 14A-3-315. (Amend Coun. J. 2-19-20, p. 14473, Art. I, § 8; Amend Coun. J. 6-25-21, p. 32180, Art. I, § 3)
