Code updates to common path of travel distance for fully sprinklered residential units alters maximum unit size. 

Chicago is in the process of updating the plumbing code, and there is an ongoing discussion regarding the use of Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) piping in projects and some additional changes to the plumbing code. This could seriously impact development in your neighborhood or a project you are working on in Chicago if not addressed.

The Chicago Department of Buildings has published many new forms to accommodate the 2019 Chicago Construction Codes that are now in effect.

The Chicago Department of Buildings is planning to propose interim mechanical and plumbing changes to the building code, prior to comprehensive rewrites of those sections of the code. MAPS reviewed the high-level changes and commented on the likely impacts of each. 

MAPS creates a project code matrix to streamline implementing changes in the 2019 Chicago Building Code. 

Illinois state law was updated earlier this year to no longer allow single-occupancy restrooms to be labeled for men and women, where they're provided in public buildings and places of public accommodation.

What's a Rehabilitation Code and how do you use it? We've got you covered. 

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

Chicago building permits are automatically expired or voided if work hasn’t started in a given timeframe or if too much time has elapsed without any construction activity. In the adoption of updated and modernized construction codes, a new administrative provision now in effect changes the rules.

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

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

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

Modifications to the City of Chicago’s “Transit-Served Location” rules, better known as the TOD ordinance, were approved by City Council this week.

Building in Chicago? Have you had to go through the "OUC" process? Let us help you demystify it. 

As the permit manager for dozens of projects each year in Chicago, we know that getting a desired address for a new residential or office project can be very important to a client. When clients are unable to obtain their preferred address (or a vanity address), this can result in stress and inefficiency.