Chicago's skyline is the second largest in the United States, in North America, and in the Western Hemisphere, after New York City. The Home Insurance Building, completed in 1885, is regarded as …

Mar 23, 2026 · Here are 12 history-making examples of Chicago’s legendary architecture, and the many reasons why you should pay them a visit. 1. The Rookery Building. Listed on the National Register of …

Chicago Construction Codes, code interpretations. Express Permit Program, Self-Certification, Standard Plan Review, Developer Services, Specialized Reviews. Permit, periodic, and complaint-based …

Sep 11, 2018 · You'll find gorgeous conservatories, historical houses, orante churches and towering skyscrapers on the resulting list, along with some fun facts to impress your friends with. Scroll …

Aug 16, 2024 · Here is a list of the most famous buildings in Chicago. Read this roundup or use the jump links in the table of contents to learn something about it, and where it’s located. Known for its …

In order to perform its mission, the Department conducts plan reviews and responsible, timely inspections of buildings and properties, as well as enforces all applicable building codes and zoning …

The Public Building Commission of Chicago plans, designs and constructs municipal buildings—schools, libraries, fieldhouses, fire stations and more.

1899 Montgomery Ward (Tower Building 6. N. Michigan) 394ft (before removal of pyramid and statue)

Now known by its address, this building for decades was named the John Hancock Building. The structure is easily recognizable by the large ‘X’ shapes on all four sides. However, these were built …

In 1779 Jean-Baptist-Point Du Sable, a trader, founded the settlement that would become Chicago. It was incorporated as a town in 1833 and then again as a city in 1837. A third of it burned down in …