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Do I need a permit for a roof replacement in Chicago, IL?

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No permit to repair, recover or replace a roof with a pitch of at least 2:12 on a residential building up to 4 stories. Low-slope roofs and any structural repair need a permit.

What changes the answer

Cost

Fee not extracted; see the Chicago Department of Buildings. Unverified, confirm locally

Fee source: https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/sites/guide-to-building-permits/home/help/faq/DOB/EPP-eligible.html

Where to apply

City of Chicago Department of Buildings (Express Permit Program / online permits)

Permitting authority: City of Chicago Department of Buildings. Applies inside Chicago city limits. Landmark properties and districts may need Commission on Chicago Landmarks review.

Official sources

“Performing roof repair, recover, or replacement on a roof with a pitch of at least 2:12 (A building permit is required for any structural repair and any work on low-slope roofs.)”

Source: https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/sites/guide-to-building-permits/home/help/faq/DOB/bldg-permit-not-required/all.html

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