Nobody knows Chicago like we do. Chicago’s building code and permit process is well known for being stringent and complex. That’s where we come in. We have dozens of Burnham Project Managers in city hall every day pushing permits and staying on top of the day-to-day changes so you don’t have to. Here are a few of the many approvals we secure for our customers:

Building Permits

Self-Certification:
Primarily designed for interior projects with limited life-safety issues, but there is allowance for small proto-typical new construction. DCAP does a cursory review of submittal package prior to permit issuance, and requires more input by the Architect of Record than any other process

Developer Services:
Intended for “large and complex” projects but recently expanded to include almost any type of work, the city outsources most of the plan reviews to pre-approved 3rd party reviewers and creates a project-specific schedule for issuing the permits.

Fast Track Residential Process:
Geared for residential projects up to 3 dwelling units. Similar to Self-Certification in that the design professional reasserts the responsibility for code compliant drawings, in order to receive cursory plan reviews. There is currently no training requirement associated with the program.

Other Approvals

Chicago issues dozens of different construction related permits from a variety of departments and agencies that often require separate submittals. Burnham can help you determine which submittals are required for your project. Below is a list of permits and approvals we process: