Driveway permit city chicago 2025

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The document is an application form for a commercial driveway permit from the Chicago Department of Transportation. It requires detailed information about the owner, billing address, location and dimensions of proposed or existing driveways, and the nature of the business served by these driveways. The application must be submitted in triplicate along with a non-refundable fee and may require additional documentation for certain exemptions.

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Click ‘Get Form’ to open the driveway permit application in the editor.
Begin by entering the name and mailing address of the property owner in the designated fields. Ensure all information is accurate and complete.
Next, provide the billing information for the application. This includes the name and address of the billing party.
For each proposed or existing driveway, fill out the descriptive location, including exact addresses and distances from property lines. Specify whether each driveway is proposed or existing.
Complete additional fields such as the exact address of the property, FEIN or Social Security Number, and Permanent Index Number (PIN).
Describe the nature of your business that will be served by these driveways in detail.
Finally, review all entered information for accuracy before signing and dating your application at the bottom.

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What requires a permit in Chicago?

A permit is generally required before beginning new construction, repairs, additions, alterations or demolition projects.

How big of a shed can I build without a permit in Illinois?

A storage shed, gazebo, or similar structure that is no more than 16 feet in overall height and no larger than 120 square feet may be constructed or placed up to, but not on or over, a side or rear property line.

Do I need a permit to redo my driveway in Chicago?

Maintaining or removing and replacing (in-kind) a noncombustible (concrete, brick, or asphalt) parking surface or driveway (A building permit is required to establish, expand, or eliminate an off-street parking or loading area.)

Can I do my own electrical work in Chicago?

You technically cannot do any electrical work in Chicago unless you are a licensed electrician.

What are the rules for driveways in Chicago?

The minimum width of a driveway is, a. 8 feet at property line for a single-family residence; b. 16 feet at property line for residential parking lot of six cars or fewer; or c. 20 feet at property line for a commercial driveway with two-way traffic.

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What can a homeowner do without a permit in Chicago?

You need a building permit before beginning most types of building construction, demolition, rehabilitation, and repair work in Chicago. A building permit is not needed for a limited range of site work, nonstructural repairs, minor alterations, and non-occupied structures.

Do I need a permit to remodel my bathroom in Chicago?

Permits. The Chicago Department of Buildings (CDB) determines which permit your project will require. Youll need a permit for a bathroom remodeling project if youre making significant changes to the plumbing, electrical systems, or structural components of the bathroom.

How do I contact the city of Chicago about permits?

A list of minor repairs and other types of work that do not require a building permit is available at chicago.gov/DOB Questions? Please visit the Easy Permit Counter City Hall Room 900 312-744-8615 M-F, 8:30 a.m. 4:00 p.m.