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CHICAGO'S PERMIT
EXPEDITING EXPERTS.
LICENSED. EXPERIENCED.
RESULTS-DRIVEN.
23 Years Navigating Chicago's Building Department | License #2374317
(XRB) Construction Services holds a City of Chicago Licensed Permit Expediter credential (#2374317) and has navigated Chicago's Department of Buildings, CDOT, and environmental agencies for more than 23 years. We handle every permit type — EPP, Standard Plan Review, Self-Cert, CDOT public way permits, and environmental filings — from application through final issuance.
City of Chicago Licensed Permit Expediter
License #2374317
DOB · CDOT · Environmental · E-Plan · ProjectDox · IPI Portal
Get a Free Permit Consultation
23 Years
Chicago Construction
#2374317
Licensed Expediter
DOB · CDOT
Environmental Permits
E-Plan · ProjectDox
IPI Portal Certified
Chicago
& Surrounding Suburbs
EVERY PERMIT TYPE. ONE EXPEDITER.
Select a permit type to learn how (XRB) navigates each pathway.
Express Permit Program (EPP)
We are certified experts in Chicago's Express Permit Program, which replaced the Easy Permit and Short Form processes in November 2023. EPP covers most building repairs, administrative changes, and small improvement projects through a fully web-enabled portal. We handle the entire application, status tracking, fee payment, and inspection coordination.
Learn About EPP → chicago.govWhat We Handle
WHY (XRB) CONSTRUCTION SERVICES, LLC
23 Years in Chicago Construction
Two decades navigating Chicago's DOB, CDOT, and environmental agencies. We know the process, the people, and the pitfalls.
Licensed Expediter #2374317
City of Chicago Licensed Permit Expediter credential — authorized to submit and track permit applications on your behalf.
DOB · CDOT · Environmental
Full-spectrum permit coverage: building, demolition, public way, and environmental filings all handled under one roof.
E-Plan · ProjectDox · IPI Portal
Certified in every City of Chicago online permitting platform. No learning curve — we've been using these systems since day one.
Licensed General Contractor
GC TGC065100 — when permits require construction corrections, (XRB) can perform the work. No need to hire a separate contractor.
Chicago & Surrounding Suburbs
Primary service area is the City of Chicago and Cook County. Contact us for suburban municipalities.
FROM SUBMISSION TO ISSUANCE.
Submit Project Details
Submit your project details via our consultation form or by calling, texting, or WhatsApp.
Assess Permit Pathway
We assess the permit pathway — EPP, SPR, Self-Cert, CDOT, or environmental — and provide a realistic timeline.
Coordinate Documentation
We coordinate your architect, contractor licenses, and all required documentation before submission.
Submit & Track
We submit and actively track your application through DOB, CDOT, and environmental portals — responding to comments as needed.
Permit Issued
Permit issued. We deliver all documentation and brief you on inspection requirements and next steps.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q.What is a City of Chicago Licensed Permit Expediter?
A City of Chicago Licensed Permit Expediter is a credentialed professional authorized to submit permit applications and navigate the Department of Buildings on behalf of property owners and contractors. (XRB) holds Expediter License #2374317.
Q.What is the Express Permit Program (EPP)?
The Express Permit Program replaced Chicago's Easy Permit and Short Form processes in November 2023. EPP covers most building repairs, administrative changes, and small improvement projects through a fully web-enabled portal. (XRB) handles the entire EPP application, tracking, fee payment, and inspection coordination.
Q.How long does Chicago permit approval take?
Timelines vary by permit type. EPP permits can be approved quickly for eligible projects. Self-Cert permits typically issue within 10 business days. Standard Plan Review projects can take weeks to months depending on complexity. (XRB) identifies the fastest pathway and actively manages the process to minimize delays.
Q.Can (XRB) handle permits for projects already under construction?
Yes. (XRB) handles after-the-fact permit applications and can assist with legalizing work performed without permits — including coordinating any required inspections, corrections, or stop-work order resolution.
Q.Does (XRB) handle CDOT public way permits?
Yes. (XRB) handles all CDOT permit types — driveway permits, public way opening permits, construction dumpster permits, ROW occupation permits, and deep foundation permits — submitted through the City's IPI online portal.
Q.What is the difference between EPP, SPR, and Self-Cert?
EPP (Express Permit Program) covers small repairs and improvements through a web portal. SPR (Standard Plan Review) is the primary process for projects requiring full architectural plans. Self-Cert allows registered architects and engineers to certify code compliance directly, bypassing standard DOB plan review. (XRB) determines which pathway is fastest and most appropriate for your project.
Q.Does (XRB) handle permits outside of Chicago?
(XRB) primarily serves the City of Chicago and Cook County. For suburban municipalities, contact us to discuss your specific project and jurisdiction.
PERMIT EXPEDITING ACROSS EVERY CHICAGO NEIGHBORHOOD
Pilsen
(XRB) Construction Services, LLC provides licensed permit expediting services throughout Pilsen — one of Chicago's most active residential and mixed-use development corridors. Pilsen's dense building stock of two-flats, three-flats, and commercial mixed-use buildings generates significant DOB permit activity — from gut rehabilitation permits to new construction and zoning approvals. Our team has navigated Chicago DOB permit applications in Pilsen and the surrounding Lower West Side for over 20 years. Call (312) 656-8984 for Pilsen permit expediting.
Logan Square
Logan Square's rapid residential and commercial development has made it one of Chicago's highest-volume permit markets. From Standard Plan Review applications for new construction to Express Permit Program applications for building repairs, (XRB) Construction Services, LLC manages the full permit lifecycle for Logan Square property owners, developers, and investors. City of Chicago Licensed Permit Expediter #2374317. Call (312) 656-8984 for Logan Square permit expediting.
Evanston
(XRB) Construction Services, LLC provides permit expediting services in Evanston — navigating both City of Evanston building department requirements and coordination with Cook County agencies where applicable. Our 20+ years of licensed permit expediting experience covers both Chicago and suburban permit systems across the north shore. Call (312) 656-8984 for Evanston permit expediting services.
Oak Park
Oak Park's historic building stock and active renovation market generate consistent permit demand across the full range of building permit types — from single-family residential alterations to commercial and mixed-use projects. (XRB) Construction Services, LLC serves Oak Park property owners and contractors with licensed permit expediting, zoning consulting, and general contracting services. Call (312) 656-8984 for Oak Park permit and construction services.
Cicero
(XRB) Construction Services, LLC provides licensed permit expediting and general contracting services throughout Cicero and the surrounding west suburban Cook County market. Our bilingual English and Spanish team serves Cicero's diverse property owner and developer community with the same licensed expertise we bring to every Chicago project since 2003. Call (312) 656-8984 for Cicero construction and permit services.
SERVING CHICAGO & ALL OF CHICAGOLAND SINCE 2003
(XRB) Construction Services, LLC is headquartered at 4933 Butterfield Road in Hillside, Illinois — centrally positioned to serve every Chicago neighborhood and surrounding suburb. View our full Chicago and Illinois service area →
City of Chicago Neighborhoods
Primary service zone — highest search volume
Immediate Chicago Suburbs — Cook County
North, west, and south suburban Cook County
Extended Chicago Metro — Collar Counties
DuPage · Kane · Lake · Will · McHenry
Statewide Illinois & Federal
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State of Illinois
Statewide Roofing License — UNLIMITED
IDFPR License #104.020288 · Active through 12/31/2027 · No restrictions on building type, size, or scope
Federal Contracting
Nationwide SDVOSB Eligibility
SBA VetCert Verified · SAM.gov Active · UEI DE9GQFGAZQH3 · CAGE 6ZF30 · Federal set-aside contracts nationwide
Bilingual Service — English & Spanish. (XRB) Construction Services, LLC serves Chicago's diverse property owner and developer community in both English and Spanish. Hablamos español. Call (312) 656-8984.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS — PERMIT EXPEDITING IN CHICAGO
Don't Let Permit Delays Kill Your Timeline
DON'T LET PERMIT DELAYS
KILL YOUR PROJECT TIMELINE.
Every day a permit sits in review is a day your project isn't moving. (XRB) actively manages your application — tracking status, responding to comments, and coordinating corrections — so your permit moves as fast as the City allows.