Test of distribution pipes.
Municipal Code of Chicago § 18-29-606.6
in effect18-29-606.6 Test of distribution pipes.
The entire water distribution system within buildings shall be tested utilizing a water or air pressure test. All piping, fittings, valves and equipment except any atmospheric tank shall be tested to 1 1/2 times its designed pressure but not less than 100 psi (690 kPa). When the test pressure exceeds 100 psi (690 kPa) only a hydrostatic test shall be given.
(Amend Coun. J. 10-14-21, p. 37722, Art. VI, § 26)
Source: City of Chicago, Municipal Code of Chicago (American Legal Publishing, codelibrary.amlegal.com)URL: https://codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/chicago/latest/chicago_il/0-0-0-2691691Fetched: 10/24/2026
