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UPLOAD AND RESPOND

ProjectDox is the web-based system that the City of Chicago uses to receive and review building permit application materials, including drawings and documents. Applicants use ProjectDox to upload files for review and respond to comments from city staff. Review the training modules to learn how to use ProjectDox.

ProjectDox Login

ProjectDox Training

ProjectDox Overview (2025)

This module provides a quick overview of using ProjectDox for City of Chicago building permit applications. In this module, you’ll learn about:

Your homepage and dashboard
Projects, tasks, and statuses
Reports, info, reviews, and files

Watch Video Handout (coming soon)

Upload and Submit Permit Application Materials

This module covers how to upload and submit drawings and documents as part of your permit application.

Watch Video Read Handout (coming soon) Folder Stucture

Revise, Respond, and Resubmit

This module covers how to revise your permit application materials, enter responses to review comments, and resubmit your permit application.

Watch Video (coming soon) Read Handout (coming soon)

Download Approved Drawings

This module covers how to download approved drawings after a permit is issued.

Watch Video (coming soon) Read Handout (coming soon)

ProjectDox Terms and Conditions of Use

Access to and use of the ProjectDox site is granted in consideration for agreement to the City of Chicago’s ProjectDox Terms and Conditions of Use.