Permits - City Inspection

[Michael Bednarz]

I purchased a legal 2 flat in Chicago last year and updated/renovated the basement garden unit. 

An inspector come out in August of 2020 because his office received a call. He came out when we were working and said "you're a smart guy, you're a smart guy just fill something out online" and didn't even come in. Later that day I pulled permits to change out doors and windows because the inspector made it seem like it was no big deal. Cost me $575 for those permits and I thought the situation was over. 

Fast forward almost 8 months and I receive a letter in the mail that I have a court date due to "plumbing and electrical" work without permits.

I Immediately called the Supervisor and hes going to send someone new out to inspect. He assured me not to worry - but that is exactly what the previous guy said and went against his word. 

Does anyone have any experience/advice with this in the Chicago market? Would love to connect. Thanks!