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News Releases

Jan 21, 2015

Mayor Emanuel, City Council Approve Ordinance To Identify Irresponsible Residential Building Owners

Nov 15, 2014

As Winter Chill Takes Hold, Mayor Emanuel Joins City Departments To Remind Residents To Take Precautions During Cold Weather

Nov 5, 2014

City Council Approves Ordinance To Strengthen Law, Encourage Landlords To Install Smoke, Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Oct 29, 2014

Chicago Department of Buildings Announces Expansion of AIC Elevator Inspection Program

Jul 18, 2014

Department of Buildings, Public Health Remind Residents That Guards and Code-Complaint Window/Door Screens are Vital to Child Safety

Jun 25, 2014

Mayor Emanuel, Alderman Burnett, Alderman Pawar And The Chicago For All Coalition Introduce Moratorium On SRO And Residential Hotel Conversions

May 28, 2014

City Introduces Ordinance Strengthening Inspection And Reporting Requirements For Rooftop Water Tank Structures

May 9, 2014

Department of Buildings Reminds Residents of Porch Safety