How long does a Chicago CDOB permit take to issue?
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Short answer
Standard Plan Review runs 12-26 weeks for structural, addition, and multi-trade work. Easy Permit Process (interior-only, non-structural) runs 2-4 weeks. Express Permit (HVAC/plumbing like-for-like, no scope change) runs 1-2 weeks. Self-Certification via an Illinois-licensed architect can compress Standard Plan to 2-6 weeks but transfers liability to the architect's seal.
In detail
Standard Plan Review runs 12-26 weeks for structural, addition, and multi-trade work. Easy Permit Process (interior-only, non-structural) runs 2-4 weeks. Express Permit (HVAC/plumbing like-for-like, no scope change) runs 1-2 weeks. Self-Certification via an Illinois-licensed architect can compress Standard Plan to 2-6 weeks but transfers liability to the architect's seal.
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