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Illinois general contractor license requirements
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| Item | Detail (with quote from the official source) |
|---|---|
| Local (city/county) licensing | City-level rule (Chicago, IL) A Chicago general contractor license is required for most building construction, alteration, repair and demolition in the city. “A City of Chicago general contractor license is required to perform most types of building construction, alteration, repair, and demolition” Official source · verified 2026-10-17 · chi_general_contractor.pdf |
Check a license in Illinois
Illinois does not publish a bulk license file we use; check with the licensing authority’s own search (see sources).
Questions to ask the board
- Which license level matches my experience, and do hours from another jurisdiction count?
- Is the exam open-book, and which code edition is used?
- Do I also need a city or county license where I will work?
- Is there a reciprocity or endorsement agreement with my current jurisdiction?
Sources checked: www.chicago.gov