Construction Hours: Chicago vs Des Plaines
How do construction hours rules compare between Chicago, IL and Des Plaines, IL?
Chicago and Des Plaines have similar restriction levels.
Chicago, IL
Cook County
Residential (owner-occupied) construction allowed 7 AM–9 PM Mon–Sat, 10 AM–6 PM Sundays. Commercial construction: 7 AM–8 PM weekdays, 8 AM–5 PM Saturdays, no Sundays.
View full Chicago rules →Des Plaines, IL
Cook County
Construction activity in Des Plaines is subject to the city's general noise ordinance (MC §6-2-7). Residential construction is generally limited to daytime hours on weekdays.
View full Des Plaines rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Chicago | Des Plaines |
|---|---|---|
| Code | MCC §8-32 | Des Plaines MC §6-2-7 |
| Residential Construction | 7 AM–9 PM Mon–Sat / 10 AM–6 PM Sundays | - |
| Commercial Construction | 7 AM–8 PM weekdays / 8 AM–5 PM Saturdays | - |
| Heavy Equipment | Prohibited 9 PM–8 AM within 600 ft of residential | - |
| Sundays/Holidays | No commercial construction | - |
| Generator Testing | - | Exempt Mon–Sat 8 AM–7 PM |
| City Events | - | Exempt from restrictions |
| Contact | - | Building & Permits: 847-391-5380 |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Chicago FAQ
What are the allowed construction hours in Chicago?
Residential (owner-occupied) construction allowed 7 AM–9 PM Mon–Sat, 10 AM–6 PM Sundays. Commercial construction: 7 AM–8 PM weekdays, 8 AM–5 PM Saturdays, no Sundays.
Can construction work happen on weekends in Chicago?
Code: MCC §8-32. Residential Construction: 7 AM–9 PM Mon–Sat / 10 AM–6 PM Sundays. Commercial Construction: 7 AM–8 PM weekdays / 8 AM–5 PM Saturdays. Heavy Equipment: Prohibited 9 PM–8 AM within 600 ft of residential.
Des Plaines FAQ
What are the allowed construction hours in Des Plaines?
Construction activity in Des Plaines is subject to the city's general noise ordinance (MC §6-2-7). Residential construction is generally limited to daytime hours on weekdays.
Can construction work happen on weekends in Des Plaines?
Code: Des Plaines MC §6-2-7. Generator Testing: Exempt Mon–Sat 8 AM–7 PM. City Events: Exempt from restrictions. Contact: Building & Permits: 847-391-5380.
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