Business and Development

• 44th Ward Master Plan
• Building Permits
• Chambers of Commerce
  
• Community Directed Development Council
  
• Developer Checklist
  
• Infrastructure Menu by Year
  
• Landmarking
• Shared Cost Sidewalk Program
  
• Upcoming Developments
• Ward Infrastructure Projects
• Zoning Ordinances

Guide to Starting a Business and Apply for a Business License Online

This page outlines the steps necessary to obtain a City of Chicago business license.

New Sidewalk Cafe Information and Application Package

A downloadable package with up-to-date information and application for a City of Chicago sidewalk cafe permit.

Application to Use the Public Way

Learn what is needed to obtain a City of Chicago permit to use the public way

For additional information about development and construction, go to the City of Chicago web site's For Developers page.