Chicago Department of Buildings

Happy birthday, Chicago. 🫶 189 years of the best city on Earth. 🎥: @ durrcreative 📢: Tim Sinclair #NeverOutdoneChi

DOE is hiring! 📢We're looking for a PR Representative to help support our department's communications needs. Learn more about the role and apply at chi.gov/doejobs.

Temperatures are dropping, and you have a right to be warm! 🔥 Chicago's Heat Ordinance is in full effect and requires building owners to maintain safe indoor temperatures in the winter months. Cold apartment? Wellness check? Call 3-1-1. Stay warm and take care of each other!

Use the CHI311 mobile app, go online to 311.chicago.gov or call 311 to report no heat, or insufficient heat.

Layer up Chicago! @NWSChicago has issued a cold weather advisory that will run thru Sun., Dec. 14. If you must be outside for extended periods, seek relief at Warming Centers & @ChicagoParks fieldhouses are open during operating hours to warm up. 👉 chicagoparkdistrict.com/warming-centers.

🥶Chicago temps dropping into the negatives this weekend! The Heat Ordinance states your landlord MUST keep your home warm in the winter: 68°F day 🏠 and 66°F night 🌙 ❄️ No heat? Call 311 immediately to report. Check on your neighbors and loved ones. Stay warm, Chicago. 💙

Day 1 in the books! 🏗️ Huge thanks to @Chicago_Build for inviting our Managing Deputy Conmissioner to discuss the future of our cities alongside industry leaders. Here’s to building a better Chicago together! #Chicagobuildexpo2025

Construction permits issued! 🏗️ DOB is excited to support the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park project with the issuance of the permit to construct the PsiQuantum facility. Proud to be part of this incredible transformation on Chicago’s Southeast side. #ChicagoBuilds

The heat isn't done with us yet! As temperatures climb above 80°F this weekend and next week, remember: You have a right to be cool! The Chicago Cooling Ordinance requires qualifying buildings to provide air conditioning in common areas. Stay informed, stay safe, stay cool.

Happy Labor Day, Chicago. We are honoring all workers and commemorating Chicago workers' role in creating the 8-hour work day by marching alongside @chicagolabor starting at the Haymarket Memorial, today.

DOB in 33! Our business owners are the backbone of our communities, and we were thrilled to join @Ward33Chicago for this morning's Business Mixer to educate owners on the resources DOB has to support them. Thank you for the invitation, Alderwoman Rodriguez! 🤗

Managing Deputy Commissioner Grant Ullrich met with @AIAChicago large firm leaders to discuss exciting developments ahead! Looking forward to strengthening our partnership to transform Chicago. Thanks for having us! #BuildBetterTogether

Congrats to 17 communities that earned #EVReady designation at our #EVReadinessProgram award ceremony at @illinoistech! With support from @ComEd, we launched the program in 2022 to prepare communities for the increase in #EVs. More photos coming soon! bit.ly/3J4iEpA

17 communities across northern Illinois are now officially EV Ready! Through our EV Readiness Program partnership with the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus, local municipalities are building the policies and infrastructure needed to support the growing demand for electric vehicles in our service territory. This program helps communities qualify for funding, increase EV adoption, and prepare for a cleaner future. Learn more: spr.ly/6014f5me8

All Community Service Centers and Senior Centers will be activated as cooling centers on Thurs. and Fri., Aug. 7 and 8, during standard business hours. For a full list of cooling centers, visit bit.ly/44SxtnK. Call 3-1-1 for shelter placement and well-being checks.

If you've stepped outside today in Chicago, you know that it's hot and humid. Certain populations are more vulnerable to this kind of weather, incl. those who are socially isolated, don’t have AC, are 65 years+, have a chronic disease, or are pregnant. bit.ly/2jIhK6U

Temperatures are rising, Chicago! 🌡️ With expected heat index values reaching 105°-110° this week, the 2022 Cooling Ordinance is here to help. Call 3-1-1 to: 🚨 Report ordinance violations 👥 Request a senior well-being check ❄️ Find a cooling center near you Learn more⬇️

Starting tomorrow, the combination of heat and humidity may make it feel >100°F several days in a row! Here are some tips to beat the heat.

We’re inviting residents across the city to help shape the 2026 City Budget by joining a Budget Engagement Roundtable near you. These in-person events give you a chance to learn about key City programs, share your priorities and ensure your voice is part of the budgeting process.

Stay cool at one of the City of Chicago's Cooling Centers. For locations visit Cooling Centers - Map | City of Chicago | Data Portal, contact 3-1-1 for the nearest location and hours or download the Chicago AMC App.