Cook County, Illinois Building Codes

Building Codes References

• The code and contact information below only applies to unincorporated areas of Cook County. For construction information within city limits, see the specific city.
Code TypeCode ModelAmendment Contact
Building/Dwelling CodeCook County Building CodeBuilding & Zoning Dept.,
(312) 603-0500
Structural CodeCook County Building CodeBuilding & Zoning Dept.,
(312) 603-0500
Plumbing CodeCook County Building CodeBuilding & Zoning Dept.,
(312) 603-0500
Mechanical CodeCook County Building CodeBuilding & Zoning Dept.,
(312) 603-0500
Electrical CodeCook County Building CodeBuilding & Zoning Dept.,
(312) 603-0500
Accessibility CodeCook County Building CodeBuilding & Zoning Dept.,
(312) 603-0500

Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ)

Authorities Having Jurisdiction are those government officials who are the final authority on questions in a particular area (or jurisdiction).
Jurisdictional AreaContact
StructuralDonald H. Wlodarski
Director of Building & Zoning
Phone: (312) 603-0500
Fax: (312) 603-9940