Navigating the City of Chicago’s permitting process can be frustrating and time-consuming. Whether you’re an architect, contractor, or property owner, delays can quickly eat into budgets and throw project timelines off track. Our expert Chicago permit expeditors help secure building, electrical, mechanical, zoning, and other commercial permits faster — and with fewer headaches.
With decades of experience working with the City of Chicago Department of Buildings (DOB), our local team understands the ins and outs of permitting in Chicago — from navigating ePlan to handling in-person inspections. We streamline the process so your commercial project stays on schedule.
Our runners make it simple for construction teams, architects, and owners to submit or retrieve plans from the City of Chicago permitting offices. We handle both electronic (via ePlan) and in-person drop-offs at the Department of Buildings and other relevant agencies.
Permit Place custom due diligence reports contain answers to important questions about costs, timeframes, and potential issues you’ll face. Confidently make decisions and prepare for smooth plan reviews and approvals.
We manage the entire permitting process from start to finish. That includes project research, plan preparation, submittals, corrections, coordination with city reviewers, and final approvals. We offer flexible service packages to fit your scope and budget.
Permitting in Chicago comes with its own unique challenges — from navigating aldermanic approvals to complying with zoning overlays. Our team has worked on commercial projects of every kind, from downtown restaurant renovations to big-box retail buildouts on the South Side.
We know the City of Chicago DOB, Zoning, and Fire departments like the back of our hand. From understanding which permits trigger a public way use review to knowing how to request an Accelerated Plan Review, our team has deep local expertise.
You’ll get 24/7 access to your project status through our online portal, and your dedicated permit manager is always available for questions, updates, or problem-solving.
We know the reviewers, the process, and the common pitfalls — and we use that insight to keep your project moving forward. Whether it's expediting through ePlan or coordinating pre-submittal meetings, we help avoid costly delays.
Ready to move your Chicago permit approvals forward — without the red tape? Contact us today and let our team of local experts manage your next project from start to finish.
Our Chicago permit expediters proactively manage every step of the process — so you don’t have to.
We’ve helped thousands of companies streamline their permit approvals in Chicago and across the country.
Yes. The City of Chicago offers the Accelerated Plan Review program for eligible projects. We’ll help determine if your project qualifies and prepare everything needed to meet program requirements.
We’d love to learn more about your upcoming Chicago projects and discuss how our experts can help.
