Stay at Home Order
In response to the evolving COVID-19 pandemic, the City of Chicago has joined the State of Illinois in issuing a Stay at Home order effective Saturday, March 21st at 5pm CT. In addition, City of Chicago facilities are closed to the public. Staff are prioritizing essential services to protect the health and safety of our residents and employees. As such, we may be delayed in responding to non-essential inquiries and service requests. To stay up to date on the City of Chicago’s COVID-19 response, please visit the City Coronavirus Response Center site.
Guides and Forms
Click on individual sections to download & print
- Section A: Getting Started
- Section B: Forms
- Section C: Business Planning
- Section D: Zoning
- Section E: Permits
- Section F: Licensing
- Section G: Public Way Use Permits
- Section H: Inspection Guides
List of Forms to Complete
- Restaurant Start-Up Worksheet
- Application for Occupancy Capacity Signs
- Business Information Sheet (This pre-application form is for in-person at City Hall, Small Business Center, applicants only; NOT required for online license applicants)
- Sign Permit Application
- Sign Site Plan
- Application to use the Public Right of Way
- Sidewalk Café Application
- Application for Commercial Driveway Permit
Main Office
Business Center
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Phone: 312.74.GOBIZ
(312.744.6249) - restaurant@cityofchicago.org
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Business Center on 8th floor
City Hall