What is the Amnesty Program?
The Amnesty program is for existing businesses with existing signs, canopies, awnings, marquees and banners that advertise the business at the business location, that do not have permits. The following do not qualify: businesses installing a new sign, businesses with existing permits and businesses with advertising signs located at another location. For more information, call 312-74-GOBIZ (744-6249) or visit www.cityofchicago.org/bacp Apply in person: Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection 121 N. LaSalle St. • Room 800, Business Assistance Center Chicago, IL 60602 Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.