Chicago, IL · Cook County
Applicant Acting as Mason Contractor (Form 401MC)
This form lets a primary building permit applicant certify eligibility and take on mason contractor responsibilities without a mason contractor license.
What this form is
The primary applicant uses this form when they intend to act as the mason contractor without a mason contractor license. It asks for permit and project details, then requires the applicable applicant or government representative to certify eligibility and acknowledge masonry responsibilities. A Department of Buildings employee may ask an occupant to verify primary residency using a government-issued photo ID.
Who needs it
The primary applicant, or an authorized representative of a governmental entity named as primary applicant, completes this form when acting as mason contractor without a license.
How to submit it
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
About notarization
This form is signed and dated without a notary; the signer just signs and dates it.
How to submit this form
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Download The Form
Download the fillable Form 401MC from the city's permit webpage.
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Complete The Applicable Section
Enter the project and permit details, then complete the certification that applies to the primary applicant.
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Review Supporting Materials
The form does not list required attachments. Be prepared to show a government-issued photo ID if asked to verify primary residency.
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Submit The Form
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Frequently asked questions
- Who completes Chicago Form 401MC?
- The primary building permit applicant completes it when intending to act as mason contractor without a mason contractor license. A government entity's authorized representative may complete the applicable certification.
- What does Form 401MC ask for?
- It asks for project and permit details and requires the applicable signer to certify eligibility and accept mason contractor responsibilities. An occupant may be asked to verify primary residency with a government-issued photo ID.
- Do I need a notary for Form 401MC?
- No. This form is signed and dated without a notary; the signer just signs and dates it.
- How do I submit Form 401MC?
- The form does not specify a submission method. Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
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