Send us your articles!
Please email any articles or topics that you think we should feature to Editor@ChicagoCodes.com.
Case Law: Eminent Domain – Environmental Factors Affecting Just Compensation
December 4, 2006 by dwagner · Leave a Comment
The Public Building Commission of Chicago has asked the Illinois Supreme Court whether environmental cleanup costs can be a factor in determining just compensation for condemned property. Read More…
New Eminent Domain Laws Protect Property Owners
November 17, 2006 by lseggelke · Leave a Comment
The Equity in Eminent Domain Act [Act] was passed by the General Assembly, PA 94-1055 and then signed by the Governor July 28, 2006. It becomes effective January 1, 2007 and will be codified at 735 ILCS 30/1-1-1 et seq. Read More…
Case Law: Religious Use
November 8, 2006 by dwagner · Leave a Comment
The Village of Long Grove did not violate the rights of a United Methodist congregation that is battling to build a church in the north suburban municipality, a federal appeals court has ruled. Read More…
Richard Rodriguez Interview
November 2, 2006 by lseggelke · Leave a Comment
RICHARD RODRIGUEZ, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR CITY OF CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF CONSTRUCTION AND PERMITS Read More…
2006 Chicago Zoning Ordinance and Online GIS Maps Coming Soon!
November 1, 2006 by lseggelke · Leave a Comment
Index Publishing is proud to announce the completion of our eagerly anticipated 2006 Chicago Zoning Ordinance publication. Read More…
Electrical Permit Applications Online Only
October 23, 2006 by lseggelke · Leave a Comment
As of January 1, 2007, every application for an electrical permit in the city of Chicago must be submitted online. The Department of Construction and Permits (DCAP) will no longer accept hard copy applications or payments by check. Read More…
Case Law: OCD and Misuse of Property
August 12, 2006 by dwagner · Leave a Comment
In The City of Quincy v. Donald L. Weinberg, the plaintiff filed a complaint and application for injunctive relief against Donald L. Weinberg, stating the defendant had violated the municipal code in areas of fire prevention, housing and zoning. Read More…
LaSalle Central TIF
July 24, 2006 by lseggelke · Leave a Comment
On July 11, the Department of Planning and Development presented a proposal for a new Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district to the Community Development Commission. This TIF area, the LaSalle Central Redevelopment Project, would have approximate east-west boundaries of Clark and Canal, a northern boundary at Randolph and encompass land south to Van Buren. Read More…
Get Your Sign Permits Online
July 3, 2006 by lseggelke · Leave a Comment
Obtaining a sign permit in Chicago is now a simple 3-step process. As of Monday, July 3, 2006, registered sign contractors can apply for a sign permit online by selecting the E-Permit box and choosing Signs. Read More…
Chicago’s Green Permit Program
May 18, 2006 by lseggelke · Leave a Comment
It is not uncommon these days to hear the word “green” affiliated with the Windy City. Efforts to promote the use of energy efficient technologies and practices are steadily increasing in both the public and private sectors. Read More…
