City of Chicago Approvals

Multi-Department Coordination

Many Chicago construction projects require signoffs from multiple city departments—DOB for structural and building code, Zoning for setbacks and use compliance, Fire Prevention for egress and sprinkler requirements, CDOT for sidewalk access during construction. Each department has its own submission requirements, review timelines, and approval processes that must be coordinated to avoid project delays.

We serve as your single point of contact for all city agency interactions. Our team maintains current relationships with plan examiners and department staff, understands which reviews can proceed in parallel versus sequentially, and knows how to schedule combined review meetings when projects touch multiple jurisdictions. This coordination experience comes from years of managing complex approvals for roof decks, additions, and commercial buildouts throughout Chicago.

You avoid the frustration of conflicting requirements or last-minute surprises from departments you forgot to consult. We provide consolidated status reports showing where each approval stands, anticipated timelines, and any action items requiring your input—keeping your project on track through completion.