Code Updates

Nov 04, 2019

New building code drops minimum ceiling heights for residential uses

The modernized Chicago building code reduces the minimum ceiling height in residential units.

Sep 16, 2019

Meet R-5

Meet R-5, the new Chicago-only building code occupancy classification.

Aug 23, 2019

Chicago Building Code Impacts for Small Residential Buildings

The updated Chicago building code has several changes that impact – for the better – how small residential buildings can be designed and constructed.

May 24, 2019

Updated Chicago Building Code expands the city's fire limits

The Chicago Building Code expands existing fire limits to include more of the downtown area and the "D" Downtown zoning districts.

Apr 03, 2019

Five changes in the Illinois Accessibility Code may impact residential design

A revised Illinois Accessibility Code went into effect on October 23, 2018, and includes several changes that Illinois and Chicago developers should know. We interviewed Denise Arnold, MAPS’s accessibility consultant, about five significant changes.