Earthquake Safety in Chicago, IL (2026)
1 verified earthquake safety rules for Chicago, Illinois, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Balcony Inspection Program
Chicago's Critical Examination Ordinance MCC 13-196 requires periodic structural inspection of exterior elevated wood elements including porches, decks, and balconies, adopted after the 2003 Wrigleyville porch collapse killed thirteen people.
Chicago Critical Examination Porch Inspection
Heavy RestrictionsLooking for Cook County county-wide rules?
County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Chicago city rules.
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