Building Operations
City Advances 2024 Construction Code Updates
City Advances 2024 Construction Code Updates Published by BOMA/Chicago on July 30, 2026 The Department of Buildings (DOB) introduced an ordinance updating Chicago’s Construction Codes to align with the 2024 Model Codes. As part of this process, DOB provided a detailed briefing to BOMA/Chicago’s Codes Committee and incorporated important flexibility in the Energy Code based…
Read MoreBuilding Collaboration to Reduce Bird Collisions
Building Collaboration to Reduce Bird Collisions Published by BOMA/Chicago on July 30, 2026 BOMA/Chicago recently partnered with Alderwoman Maria Hadden (49th Ward), several bird advocacy organizations, and Studio Gang to support the development of a new Bird-Friendly Toolkit that outlines practical steps for homeowners and building owners to reduce migratory bird collisions. This collaboration reflects…
Read MoreCity Updates Flexible Heat Ordinance; BOMA/Chicago Secures Key Clarifications for Office Buildings
City Updates Flexible Heat Ordinance; BOMA/Chicago Secures Key Clarifications for Office Buildings Published by BOMA/Chicago on July 13, 2026 The Chicago City Council recently approved updates to the City’s Flexible Heat Ordinance, extending the spring and fall “shoulder seasons” for two-pipe buildings. The change gives building operators more flexibility to meet minimum temperature requirements during…
Read MoreBOMA/Chicago Advances Major Reform to Fix the City’s Debt Check Process
BOMA/Chicago Advances Major Reform to Fix the City’s Debt Check Process Published by BOMA/Chicago on July 8, 2026 For years, BOMA/Chicago members have voiced the same frustration: the City’s Debt Check process is unpredictable, error-prone, and costly — delaying permits, slowing tenant improvements, and creating unnecessary administrative headaches. Members shared their experiences, and we’re pushing…
Read MorePeoples Gas Files for Major Rate Increase; BOMA/Chicago Intervenes for Members
Peoples Gas Files for Major Rate Increase; BOMA/Chicago Intervenes for Members Published by BOMA/Chicago on: March 16, 2026 Peoples Gas has filed a general rate case seeking a $202.3 million increase, with new rates likely to take effect in early 2027. The proposal includes raising the company’s return on equity to 10.1%, up from the…
Read MoreComed Files 2028-2031 Grid Plan; BOMA/Chicago Intervenes for Members
Comed Files 2028-2031 Grid Plan; BOMA/Chicago Intervenes for Members Published by BOMA/Chicago on: March 16, 2026 ComEd has submitted its next Multi-Year Integrated Grid Plan to the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC), outlining proposed investments and system needs for 2028–2031. The filing succeeds the current Grid Plan, which runs through 2027, and is intended to maintainsystem reliability…
Read MoreRequest Your ComEd Rider NS Report Now
Request Your ComEd Rider NS Report Now BOMA/Chicago building members with Nonstandard Facilities Charges (“Rider NS”) should request their Rider NS Annual Report from their ComEd representative as soon as possible before March 1, 2026. This new reporting requirement is the direct result of BOMA/Chicago’s advocacy – funded through BOMA/Chicago’s Industry Defense Fund – to reduce costs…
Read MoreBOMA-Backed Lithium-Ion Battery Bill Passes through MarkUp
BOMA-Backed Lithium-Ion Battery Bill Passes through MarkUp H.R. 973: The Setting Consumer Standards for Lithium-Ion Batteries Act, has passed the U.S. House Committee on Energy and Commerce by a unanimous vote. Similarly, S. 389, the Senate version of the bill, passed through the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation favorably without amendment. The bipartisan bill,…
Read MoreBOMA/Chicago and Rep. Kimberly Du Buclet Advance Downtown Revitalization Task Force Legislation
BOMA/Chicago and Rep. Kimberly Du Buclet Advance Downtown Revitalization Task Force Legislation With a focus on strengthening Chicago’s downtown economy, BOMA/Chicago has partnered with State Representative Kimberly Du Buclet to champion legislation (House Bill 2757) creating a Downtown Revitalization Task Force. The bill successfully passed the Illinois House and the Senate and will continues to advance…
Read MoreUtility Data Access Act Passes House Committee with BOMA/Chicago Support
Utility Data Access Act Passes House Committee with BOMA/Chicago Support Legislation ensuring building owners have access to whole-building utility data for benchmarking purposes (House Bill 3312) has passed the Illinois House Public Utilities Committee. The bill requires utilities to provide aggregated energy data while safeguarding tenant privacy. Sponsored by State Representative Mary Beth Canty, the…
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