What is a building code violation?

A code violation is a failure of a building's structure or setup to pass the required standards of construction and occupancy, as laid out in the Chicago Building Code.

The Most Common Types of Building Code Violations

Research by the Common Code Violations Survey reveals that 45% of inspections have resulted in a code violation revelation and failure of the building to pass the inspection. The International Codes Council (ICC) and National Association of Home Builders periodically release reports of the most common types of code violations. We have compiled a list of ten of these violations that match the findings from these two organizations. These are the most common reasons a home builder or remodeler will fail a standard building code inspection.

Rather than just do drawings, we are with you from the moment they get the violation notice. We will review the notice, provide architectural services and permit expediting to obtain permits. Also, if you don't have a building court attorney or contractors, we will connect you with our preferred vendors and work with them until the stop work order is removed and building violations are dismissed.