Chimneys and flues.
Municipal Code of Chicago § 14X-8-804.2
in effect14X-8-804.2 Chimneys and flues.
Chimneys, chimney flues, and vents must be maintained in a safe working condition and capable of performing the intended function.
Exception: Chimneys which are no longer connected to operational fireplaces or fuel-burning equipment may be capped.
Source: City of Chicago, Municipal Code of Chicago (American Legal Publishing, codelibrary.amlegal.com)URL: https://codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/chicago/latest/chicago_il/0-0-0-2676246Fetched: 10/24/2026
