Use of subsidewalk space for natural light or ventilation.
Municipal Code of Chicago § 14A-4-404.22.2
in effect14A-4-404.22.2 Use of subsidewalk space for natural light or ventilation.
A permit may not be issued for the construction or rehabilitation of any structure where windows or other openings located in a wall abutting and below the level of the public way require the use of subsidewalk space for light or ventilation before the applicant has first obtained specific authority for such use as provided in Section 10-28-010 of the Municipal Code.
Source: City of Chicago, Municipal Code of Chicago (American Legal Publishing, codelibrary.amlegal.com)URL: https://codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/chicago/latest/chicago_il/0-0-0-2661145Fetched: 10/24/2026
