City of Chicago Department of Buildings - Trade Licensing Program (IL)

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Contact Information

Physical address:
121 N. LaSalle St.
Room 900
Chicago, IL 60602

Phone: (312) 744-3449

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Licenses

We track the following licenses with the City of Chicago Department of Buildings - Trade Licensing Program (IL) in order to provide compliance services to our clients. As a client, you see this and other Compliance Core™ data in License Manager in-line with your licenses.

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Chicago Apprentice Crane Operator License

Agency:City of Chicago Department of Buildings - Trade Licensing Program (IL)
Notes:
  • An apprentice crane operator license is required to work as an apprentice under the direct supervision and control of a licensed crane operator within the City of Chicago.
  • To obtain an apprentice crane operator license, an individual must:
    • Be at least 16 years old
    • Have a notarized statement from an employer of licensed crane operators or from an officer of an approved crane operator training program certifying that the applicant will receive training under the direct supervision and control of a licensed crane operator

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$50

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$50

Due:

Annually by the date of issuance.

Chicago Apprentice Plumber License

Agency:City of Chicago Department of Buildings - Trade Licensing Program (IL)
Notes:
  • An apprentice plumber license, issued by either the City of Chicago or State of Illinois, is required to work as an apprentice under the direct supervision and control of a licensed plumber within the City of Chicago.
  • To obtain an apprentice plumber license, an individual must:
    • Be at least 16 years old
    • Have a letter from a licensed plumbing contractor or from an officer of an approved plumber apprenticeship program certifying that the applicant will receive training under the direct supervision and control of a licensed plumber

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$15

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$15

Due:

Annually by the date of issuance.

Chicago Crane Operator License

Agency:City of Chicago Department of Buildings - Trade Licensing Program (IL)
Notes:
  • A crane operator license is required for an individual to operate a crane in connection with any work that requires a building permit within the City of Chicago.
  • To obtain a crane operator license, an individual must pass both a written and practical examination demonstrating their knowledge of crane operations and safety practices as well as their competency and fitness to operate specific type(s) of crane(s). To be eligible to take the written examination, an individual must:
    • Be at least 21 years old
    • Have worked as a crane operator for at least 2,000 hours during the preceding 48-month period or have completed an apprenticeship program that is recognized by the Board of Crane Operator Examiners
    • Not have had a crane operator or comparable license suspended or revoked
    • Have no history of substance abuse during the previous 3 years or have successfully completed a certified substance abuse rehabilitation program
    • Be physically able to safely operate a crane
    • Read, write, and speak English at a level that allows effective job site communication
    • Have a current and valid federal crane operator certification for the type(s) of cranes to be licensed

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$150 written exam fee + $250 practical exam fee + $300 license fee due after passing exams

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$300

Due:

Every 5 years by the date of issuance.

Chicago Drain Layer Contractor License

Agency:City of Chicago Department of Buildings - Trade Licensing Program (IL)
Notes:

A drain layer contractor license is required to construct, repair, adjust, rod, clean, line, or use a camera to inspect a subsurface structure designed to collect or transport stormwater or sanitary wastewater.

Initial Registration

Form:

Drainlayer Application

Agency Fee:

$125

Registration Renewal

Form:

Drainlayer Application (Renewal)

Agency Fee:

$125

Due:

Annually by the date of issuance.

Chicago Electrical Contractor License

Agency:City of Chicago Department of Buildings - Trade Licensing Program (IL)
Notes:

A City of Chicago electrical contractor license is required to install, alter, or maintain any wiring or equipment regulated by the Chicago Electrical Code. This includes electrical, lighting, communication, and alarm systems and equipment.

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$150

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$150

Due:

Annually by the date of issuance.

Chicago Elevator Mechanic Contractor License

Agency:City of Chicago Department of Buildings - Trade Licensing Program (IL)
Notes:

An elevator mechanic contractor license is required to engage in the business of constructing, installing, altering, or maintaining the mechanical components of any elevator, escalator, moving walk, dumbwaiter, platform lift, manlift, mechanical equipment used for the raising or lowering of any curtain, stage or orchestra floor, or any other conveyance device specifically covered and described in the Chicago Conveyance Device Code.

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$150

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$150

Due:

Annually by the date of issuance.

Chicago General Contractor License - Class A

Agency:City of Chicago Department of Buildings - Trade Licensing Program (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:Yes
Insurance Requirements:

Minimum liability insurance of $5 million per occurrence (primary or umbrella)

Notes:

Class A license: is subject to no limitation as to the value of any single contract project.

Initial Registration

Form:

Application for General Contractor License

Agency Fee:

$2,000

Required Attachments:
  • Proof of insurance
  • Certification from insurance company or insurance broker that it is currently rated B+ or better by A.M. Best Company.
  • For corporations and LLCs:
    • Attach additional sheet(s) listing the name, residence address, residence telephone number, social security number and date of birth of all corporate officers and registered agents
    • Attach Certificate of Good Standing from Illinois Secretary of State
    • Attach General Contractor’s License Affidavit for each (1) officer, director, manager, managing member or member of any entity seeking or holding a general contractor’s license; or (2) owns, directly or indirectly through one or more intermediate ownership entities, 25% or more of the interest in the licensee or applicant.
    • Attach a copy of the assumed name certificate issued by the County Clerk if applicable.
    • The driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph ID of the corporation's president or that of the local manager or the local
      director (for a corporation) or managing member (for an LLC) and the driver’s licenses or other stateissued ID’s bearing the photograph of anyone who either signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit
  • For partnerships:
    • Attach additional sheet(s) listing the name, residence address, residence telephone numbers, social security number and date of birth of all partners.
    • Attach General Contractor’s License Affidavit for (1) partner, general partner, limited partner, managers, managing member or member of any entity seeking or holding a general contractor’s license; or (2) owns, directly or indirectly through one or more intermediate ownership, 25% or more of the interest in the licensee or applicant.
    • Attach a copy of the assumed name certificate issued by the County Clerk if applicable.
    • The driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of the partner/managing partners primarily responsible for day to day management decisions for the partnership, and the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of anyone who signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit
  • For individuals/sole proprietorships:
    • Attach completed General Contractor’s License Affidavit for each (1) officer, director, manager, or member of any entity seeking or holding a general contractor’s license; or (2) owns, directly or indirectly through one or more intermediate ownership, 25% or more of the interest in the licensee or applicant, listing the name, residence address, residence telephone number, social security number and date of birth.
    • Attach a copy of the assumed name certificate issued by the County Clerk if applicable.
    • The applicant's driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the applicant’s photograph, as well as a driver’s licenses or other state-issued ID’s bearing the photograph of anyone who either signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit

Registration Renewal

Form:

General Contractor License Renewal Form

Agency Fee:

$2,000

Due:

Annually by the date of issuance. Renewals should be filed 90 days prior to the expiration date.

Required Attachments:
  • Certificate of Insurance
  • A signed copy of the General Contractor’s License Affidavit
  • A copy of photo identification according to the business structure below that applies to your company:
    • For an individual, the applicant's driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the applicant’s photograph, as well as a driver’s licenses or other state-issued ID’s bearing the photograph of anyone who either signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit (if different from the applicant, himself.)
    • For a general partnership, the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of the partner primarily responsible for day to day management decisions for the partnership, and the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of anyone who signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit (if different from the other two individuals.)
    • For a limited partnership, the driver’s licenses or other state-issued ID’s bearing the photograph of the managing partners, and the driver’s licenses or other state-issued ID’s bearing the photograph of anyone who signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit (if different from the other two individuals.)
    • For a limited liability corporation, the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph ID of the managing member and the driver’s licenses or other state-issued ID’s bearing the photograph of anyone who either signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit (if different from the other individuals.)
    • For a corporation, the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of the corporation's president or that of the local manager or the local director and the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of anyone who either signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit.

Chicago General Contractor License - Class B

Agency:City of Chicago Department of Buildings - Trade Licensing Program (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:Yes
Insurance Requirements:

Minimum liability insurance of $3 million per occurrence (primary or umbrella)

Notes:

Class B license: is not entitled to engage in construction of any single contract project of value in excess of $10,000,000.

Initial Registration

Form:

Application for General Contractor License

Agency Fee:

$1,000

Required Attachments:
  • Proof of insurance
  • Certification from insurance company or insurance broker that it is currently rated B+ or better by A.M. Best Company.
  • For corporations and LLCs:
    • Attach additional sheet(s) listing the name, residence address, residence telephone number, social security number and date of birth of all corporate officers and registered agents
    • Attach Certificate of Good Standing from Illinois Secretary of State
    • Attach General Contractor’s License Affidavit for each (1) officer, director, manager, managing member or member of any entity seeking or holding a general contractor’s license; or (2) owns, directly or indirectly through one or more intermediate ownership entities, 25% or more of the interest in the licensee or applicant.
    • Attach a copy of the assumed name certificate issued by the County Clerk if applicable.
    • The driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph ID of the corporation's president or that of the local manager or the local
      director (for a corporation) or managing member (for an LLC) and the driver’s licenses or other stateissued ID’s bearing the photograph of anyone who either signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit
  • For partnerships:
    • Attach additional sheet(s) listing the name, residence address, residence telephone numbers, social security number and date of birth of all partners.
    • Attach General Contractor’s License Affidavit for (1) partner, general partner, limited partner, managers, managing member or member of any entity seeking or holding a general contractor’s license; or (2) owns, directly or indirectly through one or more intermediate ownership, 25% or more of the interest in the licensee or applicant.
    • Attach a copy of the assumed name certificate issued by the County Clerk if applicable.
    • The driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of the partner/managing partners primarily responsible for day to day management decisions for the partnership, and the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of anyone who signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit
  • For individuals/sole proprietorships:
    • Attach completed General Contractor’s License Affidavit for each (1) officer, director, manager, or member of any entity seeking or holding a general contractor’s license; or (2) owns, directly or indirectly through one or more intermediate ownership, 25% or more of the interest in the licensee or applicant, listing the name, residence address, residence telephone number, social security number and date of birth.
    • Attach a copy of the assumed name certificate issued by the County Clerk if applicable.
    • The applicant's driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the applicant’s photograph, as well as a driver’s licenses or other state-issued ID’s bearing the photograph of anyone who either signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit

Registration Renewal

Form:

General Contractor License Renewal Form

Agency Fee:

$1,000

Due:

Annually by the date of issuance. Renewals should be filed 90 days prior to the expiration date.

Required Attachments:
  • Certificate of Insurance
  • A signed copy of the General Contractor’s License Affidavit
  • A copy of photo identification according to the business structure below that applies to your company:
    • For an individual, the applicant's driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the applicant’s photograph, as well as a driver’s licenses or other state-issued ID’s bearing the photograph of anyone who either signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit (if different from the applicant, himself.)
    • For a general partnership, the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of the partner primarily responsible for day to day management decisions for the partnership, and the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of anyone who signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit (if different from the other two individuals.)
    • For a limited partnership, the driver’s licenses or other state-issued ID’s bearing the photograph of the managing partners, and the driver’s licenses or other state-issued ID’s bearing the photograph of anyone who signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit (if different from the other two individuals.)
    • For a limited liability corporation, the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph ID of the managing member and the driver’s licenses or other state-issued ID’s bearing the photograph of anyone who either signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit (if different from the other individuals.)
    • For a corporation, the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of the corporation's president or that of the local manager or the local director and the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of anyone who either signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit.

Chicago General Contractor License - Class C

Agency:City of Chicago Department of Buildings - Trade Licensing Program (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:Yes
Insurance Requirements:

Minimum liability insurance of $1 million per occurrence and $2million aggregate

Notes:

Class C license: is not entitled to engage in construction of any single contract project of value in excess of $5,000,000.

Initial Registration

Form:

Application for General Contractor License

Agency Fee:

$750

Required Attachments:
  • Proof of insurance
  • Certification from insurance company or insurance broker that it is currently rated B+ or better by A.M. Best Company.
  • For corporations and LLCs:
    • Attach additional sheet(s) listing the name, residence address, residence telephone number, social security number and date of birth of all corporate officers and registered agents
    • Attach Certificate of Good Standing from Illinois Secretary of State
    • Attach General Contractor’s License Affidavit for each (1) officer, director, manager, managing member or member of any entity seeking or holding a general contractor’s license; or (2) owns, directly or indirectly through one or more intermediate ownership entities, 25% or more of the interest in the licensee or applicant.
    • Attach a copy of the assumed name certificate issued by the County Clerk if applicable.
    • The driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph ID of the corporation's president or that of the local manager or the local
      director (for a corporation) or managing member (for an LLC) and the driver’s licenses or other stateissued ID’s bearing the photograph of anyone who either signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit
  • For partnerships:
    • Attach additional sheet(s) listing the name, residence address, residence telephone numbers, social security number and date of birth of all partners.
    • Attach General Contractor’s License Affidavit for (1) partner, general partner, limited partner, managers, managing member or member of any entity seeking or holding a general contractor’s license; or (2) owns, directly or indirectly through one or more intermediate ownership, 25% or more of the interest in the licensee or applicant.
    • Attach a copy of the assumed name certificate issued by the County Clerk if applicable.
    • The driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of the partner/managing partners primarily responsible for day to day management decisions for the partnership, and the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of anyone who signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit
  • For individuals/sole proprietorships:
    • Attach completed General Contractor’s License Affidavit for each (1) officer, director, manager, or member of any entity seeking or holding a general contractor’s license; or (2) owns, directly or indirectly through one or more intermediate ownership, 25% or more of the interest in the licensee or applicant, listing the name, residence address, residence telephone number, social security number and date of birth.
    • Attach a copy of the assumed name certificate issued by the County Clerk if applicable.
    • The applicant's driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the applicant’s photograph, as well as a driver’s licenses or other state-issued ID’s bearing the photograph of anyone who either signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit

Registration Renewal

Form:

General Contractor License Renewal Form

Agency Fee:

$750

Due:

Annually by the date of issuance. Renewals should be filed 90 days prior to the expiration date.

Required Attachments:
  • Certificate of Insurance
  • A signed copy of the General Contractor’s License Affidavit
  • A copy of photo identification according to the business structure below that applies to your company:
    • For an individual, the applicant's driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the applicant’s photograph, as well as a driver’s licenses or other state-issued ID’s bearing the photograph of anyone who either signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit (if different from the applicant, himself.)
    • For a general partnership, the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of the partner primarily responsible for day to day management decisions for the partnership, and the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of anyone who signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit (if different from the other two individuals.)
    • For a limited partnership, the driver’s licenses or other state-issued ID’s bearing the photograph of the managing partners, and the driver’s licenses or other state-issued ID’s bearing the photograph of anyone who signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit (if different from the other two individuals.)
    • For a limited liability corporation, the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph ID of the managing member and the driver’s licenses or other state-issued ID’s bearing the photograph of anyone who either signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit (if different from the other individuals.)
    • For a corporation, the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of the corporation's president or that of the local manager or the local director and the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of anyone who either signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit.

Chicago General Contractor License - Class D

Agency:City of Chicago Department of Buildings - Trade Licensing Program (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:Yes
Insurance Requirements:

Minimum liability insurance of $1 million per occurrence and $2million aggregate

Notes:

Class D license: is not entitled to engage in construction of any single contract project of value in excess of $2,000,000.

Initial Registration

Form:

Application for General Contractor License

Agency Fee:

$500

Required Attachments:
  • Proof of insurance
  • Certification from insurance company or insurance broker that it is currently rated B+ or better by A.M. Best Company.
  • For corporations and LLCs:
    • Attach additional sheet(s) listing the name, residence address, residence telephone number, social security number and date of birth of all corporate officers and registered agents
    • Attach Certificate of Good Standing from Illinois Secretary of State
    • Attach General Contractor’s License Affidavit for each (1) officer, director, manager, managing member or member of any entity seeking or holding a general contractor’s license; or (2) owns, directly or indirectly through one or more intermediate ownership entities, 25% or more of the interest in the licensee or applicant.
    • Attach a copy of the assumed name certificate issued by the County Clerk if applicable.
    • The driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph ID of the corporation's president or that of the local manager or the local
      director (for a corporation) or managing member (for an LLC) and the driver’s licenses or other stateissued ID’s bearing the photograph of anyone who either signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit
  • For partnerships:
    • Attach additional sheet(s) listing the name, residence address, residence telephone numbers, social security number and date of birth of all partners.
    • Attach General Contractor’s License Affidavit for (1) partner, general partner, limited partner, managers, managing member or member of any entity seeking or holding a general contractor’s license; or (2) owns, directly or indirectly through one or more intermediate ownership, 25% or more of the interest in the licensee or applicant.
    • Attach a copy of the assumed name certificate issued by the County Clerk if applicable.
    • The driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of the partner/managing partners primarily responsible for day to day management decisions for the partnership, and the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of anyone who signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit
  • For individuals/sole proprietorships:
    • Attach completed General Contractor’s License Affidavit for each (1) officer, director, manager, or member of any entity seeking or holding a general contractor’s license; or (2) owns, directly or indirectly through one or more intermediate ownership, 25% or more of the interest in the licensee or applicant, listing the name, residence address, residence telephone number, social security number and date of birth.
    • Attach a copy of the assumed name certificate issued by the County Clerk if applicable.
    • The applicant's driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the applicant’s photograph, as well as a driver’s licenses or other state-issued ID’s bearing the photograph of anyone who either signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit

Registration Renewal

Form:

General Contractor License Renewal Form

Agency Fee:

$500

Due:

Annually by the date of issuance. Renewals should be filed 90 days prior to the expiration date.

Required Attachments:
  • Certificate of Insurance
  • A signed copy of the General Contractor’s License Affidavit
  • A copy of photo identification according to the business structure below that applies to your company:
    • For an individual, the applicant's driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the applicant’s photograph, as well as a driver’s licenses or other state-issued ID’s bearing the photograph of anyone who either signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit (if different from the applicant, himself.)
    • For a general partnership, the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of the partner primarily responsible for day to day management decisions for the partnership, and the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of anyone who signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit (if different from the other two individuals.)
    • For a limited partnership, the driver’s licenses or other state-issued ID’s bearing the photograph of the managing partners, and the driver’s licenses or other state-issued ID’s bearing the photograph of anyone who signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit (if different from the other two individuals.)
    • For a limited liability corporation, the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph ID of the managing member and the driver’s licenses or other state-issued ID’s bearing the photograph of anyone who either signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit (if different from the other individuals.)
    • For a corporation, the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of the corporation's president or that of the local manager or the local director and the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of anyone who either signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit.

Chicago General Contractor License - Class E

Agency:City of Chicago Department of Buildings - Trade Licensing Program (IL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:Yes
Insurance Requirements:

Minimum liability insurance of $1 million per occurrence

Notes:

Class E license: is not entitled to engage in construction of any single contract project of value in excess of $500,000

Initial Registration

Form:

Application for General Contractor License

Agency Fee:

$300

Required Attachments:
  • Proof of insurance
  • Certification from insurance company or insurance broker that it is currently rated B+ or better by A.M. Best Company.
  • For corporations and LLCs:
    • Attach additional sheet(s) listing the name, residence address, residence telephone number, social security number and date of birth of all corporate officers and registered agents
    • Attach Certificate of Good Standing from Illinois Secretary of State
    • Attach General Contractor’s License Affidavit for each (1) officer, director, manager, managing member or member of any entity seeking or holding a general contractor’s license; or (2) owns, directly or indirectly through one or more intermediate ownership entities, 25% or more of the interest in the licensee or applicant.
    • Attach a copy of the assumed name certificate issued by the County Clerk if applicable.
    • The driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph ID of the corporation's president or that of the local manager or the local
      director (for a corporation) or managing member (for an LLC) and the driver’s licenses or other stateissued ID’s bearing the photograph of anyone who either signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit
  • For partnerships:
    • Attach additional sheet(s) listing the name, residence address, residence telephone numbers, social security number and date of birth of all partners.
    • Attach General Contractor’s License Affidavit for (1) partner, general partner, limited partner, managers, managing member or member of any entity seeking or holding a general contractor’s license; or (2) owns, directly or indirectly through one or more intermediate ownership, 25% or more of the interest in the licensee or applicant.
    • Attach a copy of the assumed name certificate issued by the County Clerk if applicable.
    • The driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of the partner/managing partners primarily responsible for day to day management decisions for the partnership, and the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of anyone who signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit
  • For individuals/sole proprietorships:
    • Attach completed General Contractor’s License Affidavit for each (1) officer, director, manager, or member of any entity seeking or holding a general contractor’s license; or (2) owns, directly or indirectly through one or more intermediate ownership, 25% or more of the interest in the licensee or applicant, listing the name, residence address, residence telephone number, social security number and date of birth.
    • Attach a copy of the assumed name certificate issued by the County Clerk if applicable.
    • The applicant's driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the applicant’s photograph, as well as a driver’s licenses or other state-issued ID’s bearing the photograph of anyone who either signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit

Registration Renewal

Form:

General Contractor License Renewal Form

Agency Fee:

$300

Due:

Annually by the date of issuance. Renewals should be filed 90 days prior to the expiration date.

Required Attachments:
  • Certificate of Insurance
  • A signed copy of the General Contractor’s License Affidavit
  • A copy of photo identification according to the business structure below that applies to your company:
    • For an individual, the applicant's driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the applicant’s photograph, as well as a driver’s licenses or other state-issued ID’s bearing the photograph of anyone who either signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit (if different from the applicant, himself.)
    • For a general partnership, the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of the partner primarily responsible for day to day management decisions for the partnership, and the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of anyone who signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit (if different from the other two individuals.)
    • For a limited partnership, the driver’s licenses or other state-issued ID’s bearing the photograph of the managing partners, and the driver’s licenses or other state-issued ID’s bearing the photograph of anyone who signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit (if different from the other two individuals.)
    • For a limited liability corporation, the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph ID of the managing member and the driver’s licenses or other state-issued ID’s bearing the photograph of anyone who either signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit (if different from the other individuals.)
    • For a corporation, the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of the corporation's president or that of the local manager or the local director and the driver’s license or other state-issued ID bearing the photograph of anyone who either signed the application and/or anyone who signed the supporting affidavit.

Chicago Journeyman Plumber License

Agency:City of Chicago Department of Buildings - Trade Licensing Program (IL)
Notes:
  • All employees of a City of Chicago licensed plumbing contractor that are engaged in the planning, inspection, designing, or installation of plumbing systems must be plumbers or apprentice plumbers licensed by either the City of Chicago or State of Illinois.
  • To obtain a plumber license, an individual must pass written and practical examinations demonstrating their knowledge of plumbing. To be eligible to take the written examination, an individual must:
    • Be at least 21 years old
    • Have one of the following types of experience:
      • engaged in plumbing as a plumber's apprentice for at least four years
      • successfully completed an approved course of instruction in plumbing, sanitary engineering or plumbing engineering in a trade school, college, or university

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$149 exam fee + $30 license fee due after passing exam

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$30

Due:

Annually by the date of issuance.

Chicago Mason Contractor License

Agency:City of Chicago Department of Buildings - Trade Licensing Program (IL)
Notes:

A mason contractor license is required to perform work in stone, concrete, terra cotta (including clay brick), or structural tile, or any combination of these materials when used as part of buildings or structures above- or below-ground.

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$95 exam fee (per exam) + $500 license fee due after passing exam

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$100

Due:

Annually by the date of issuance.

Chicago Plumbing Contractor License

Agency:City of Chicago Department of Buildings - Trade Licensing Program (IL)
Notes:

A City of Chicago plumbing contractor license is required to install, alter, repair, or maintain any piping, fixtures, appurtenances, and appliances for a supply of water for all purposes in and about buildings, structures and public places where persons live, work, or assemble, including lawn sprinkler systems, and shall also include all piping, fixtures, appurtenances, and appliances for sanitary drainage and related ventilating system within a building, and all piping, fixtures, appurtenances, and appliances outside a building connecting the building with the source of water supply on the premises or the main in the public way, also all piping, fixtures, appurtenances, appliances, drains, and waste pipes carrying sewage from the foundation walls of a building to the building sewer (more than 5 feet beyond the foundation walls), except minor repairs by a person upon the person’s own premises.

Initial Registration

Form:

Plumbing Contractor License Application

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:

$100

Registration Renewal

Form:

Trade License Renewal Form

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:

$60

Due:

Annually

Chicago Private Alarm Contractor Registration

Agency:City of Chicago Department of Buildings - Trade Licensing Program (IL)
Notes:
  • Private alarm contractor registrations are issued as a courtesy to Illinois-licensed private alarm contractors and private alarm contractor agencies to allow them to be listed on permits for private alarm work in the City of Chicago without holding a City of Chicago electrical contractor license.
  • State-licensed private alarm contractors that will be performing electrical work in addition to private alarm work within the City of Chicago must obtain an electrical contractor license instead of a private alarm contractor registration.

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$0

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$0

Due:

A private alarm contractor registration expires on the same date as the corresponding license issued by the State of Illinois.

Chicago Supervising Electrician License

Agency:City of Chicago Department of Buildings - Trade Licensing Program (IL)
Notes:
  • To obtain a supervising electrician license, individuals must pass a written examination demonstrating they have satisfactory knowledge and technical training to perform or supervise the work of installing, altering, repairing, or maintaining electrical wires and apparatus under the Chicago Electrical Code.
  • To be eligible to take the written examination, an individual must:
    • Be at least 21 years old
    • Have at least 2 years’ experience installing, altering, repairing, and maintaining electrical wires, equipment, and apparatus, or equivalent experience, under the direct supervision of a supervising electrician or equivalent person

 

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$150 exam fee + $150 license fee due after passing exam

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$150

Due:

Annually by the date of issuance.

Chicago Supervising Elevator Mechanic License

Agency:City of Chicago Department of Buildings - Trade Licensing Program (IL)
Notes:
  • Supervising elevator mechanic licenses are issued to individuals who have experience working with elevators and other types of conveyance devices and hold a current Qualified Elevator Inspector (QEI) certification.

  • To obtain a supervising elevator mechanic license, an individual must:

    • Be at least 21 years old
    • Have worked as an elevator mechanic for at least four years or have successfully completed an elevator constructor mechanic apprenticeship program that is recognized by the United States Department of Labor
    • Be certified as an elevator inspector in accordance with the American Society of Mechanical Engineers’ ASME QEI-1 standard.

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$300

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$150

Due:

Annually by the date of issuance.

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