LATEST UPDATES

For the latest information on Chicago's reopening guidelines, visit chicago.gov/reopening.

• July 30, 2021 | City recommends universal masking indoors
• June 3, 2021 | Legalization of cocktails-to-go extended
  • Learn more about cocktails-to-go
• July 31, 2020 | Mayor Lightfoot, BACP and CDOT Announce Expansion of Outdoor Dining Program
  • Read the FAQ
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RESOURCES

• Reopening Chicago | The City of Chicago has developed detailed industry guidance for businesses to operate under Phase Four of the Reopening Framework.
  • Industry Guidelines for Reopening
  • BACP Reopening Webinars
  • Expanded Outdoor Dining Permit
• Health Resources | The Chicago Department of Public Health has a series of resources to assist residents and businesses during the COVID-19 outbreak.
  • Coronavirus Resource Center
  • Guidance for Businesses and Employers
  • What to do if you have a COVID-19 case at your establishment
• Resource Navigators | The City of Chicago has established Small Business Resource Navigators to provide 1:1 assistance to small businesses looking for support during this difficult time.
• Business Education Webinars | BACP is hosting a series of webinars to provide supportive resources to businesses and workers during the COVID-19 outbreak. 
• COVID-19 Surcharges | Businesses may increase their prices a reasonable amount due to COVID-19. However, this price increase must be disclosed prior to purchase, and businesses cannot claim this surcharge is a tax. Furthermore, please read the Department of Finance's Restaurant Tax Guidance for COVID-19 Surcharges.
• Business Licensing | As the Department of Public Health recommends Social Distancing, BACP wants to remind business owners of the availability of online resources to support licensing.
  • Please visit Chicago Business Direct to apply for or renew a license online. Learn more about how to use Chicago Business Direct.

RESOURCES

• Cap on Third Party Delivery Fees
  
  • Read the Industry Notice
  • Ordinance effective June 25, 2021
  • Ordinance effective September 24, 2021
• Rules for Third Party Food Delivery Services
  • Read the Rules
  • Read the Industry Notice
• COVID-19 Surcharges | Businesses may increase their prices a reasonable amount due to COVID-19. However, this price increase must be disclosed prior to purchase, and businesses cannot claim  this surcharge is a tax. Furthermore, please read the Department of Finance's Restaurant Tax Guidance for COVID-19 Surcharges.
• BACP Consumer Protection | BACP protects consumers from fraud by resolving complaints and taking action against fraudulent businesses.
• Be Informed. Be Protected. |  BACP promotes consumer awareness through education and information to help consumers protect themselves.

RESOURCES

• Chicago's Office of Labor Standards enforces labor laws in Chicago
  • Learn more
• Chicago's Anti-Retaliation Ordinance
  • Read the Industry Notice (Español)
  • Read the Ordinance
• Chicago Paid Sick Leave | Chicago's Paid Sick Leave Law requires Chicago employers to provide paid sick leave:
  • Learn more about Paid Sick Leave
  • File a Complaint by:
    • Calling 3-1-1
    • Using CHI 311, or
    • Filling out a Complaint Form
• Unemployment Insurance | The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) handles unemployment benefits for the State of Illinois
  • If you have questions about Unemployment Insurance, please call the IDES Customer Service Center at 800.244.5631 or 866.488.4016 TTY.
  • File a complaint online
  • COVID-19 and Unemployment Benefit FAQ
• Domestic Workers | Domestic workers are facing unique challenges due to the COVID-19 Outbreak. 
  • Resources for Domestic Workers on the Coronavirus Pandemic
  • How to be a Fair Employer to Domestic Workers during the COVID-19 Outbreak