On May 9, 2014, after a historic winter in Chicago, the Department of Buildings is reminding residents to take time this spring to inspect porches, decks, balconies and stairs for needed repairs and to always use porches safely during the warm summer months.
"With the extreme winter weather we've just experienced, property owners need to be mindful of building maintenance, including checking porches for any wear and tear and immediately addressing unsafe conditions,” said Buildings Commissioner Felicia Davis. She advises that porch safety does not end with an inspection, and reminds residents to properly use porches during the summer and limit the number of people on these structures. Residents should check for important signs of deterioration, including:
• Split or rotting wood, or evidence of water damage
• Loose, missing or rusting hardware or bolts
• Loose or missing anchors where the porch attaches to a building
• Missing, damaged or loose support beams and planking
• Excessive movement of the structure when walked on
• Wobbly handrails or guardrails
Owners are required by law to make necessary repairs and maintain their property in a safe condition. For more information related to porches, please visit the City of Chicago Department of Buildings website http://www.cityofchicago.org/city/en/depts/bldgs/supp_info/porch-safety.html.
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