If the submittal is for a contractor change, provide a signed letter of intent from the new Cook County registered contractor stating the trade they will be performing. The new contractor may not apply for this revision permit, only the original permit applicant.
A: To contact a building inspector, please call 311, the City of Chicago's general information line, or contact the Department of Buildings main telephone number at 312.743. 7200.
A City of Chicago general contractor license is required to perform most types of building construction, alteration, repair, and demolition work within the City of Chicago.
Illinois does not have a state-level license requirement for general contractors. However, most municipalities within Illinois do have their own licensing or registration requirements for general contractors.