Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection
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Business Affairs and Consumer Protection

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The Department of Business Affairs & Consumer Protection (BACP) ensures a fair and vibrant market place for both businesses and consumers. BACP licenses businesses and public vehicles, provides business education and access to resources, enforces the Municipal Code, and protects consumers from fraud.

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Alerts (Business Affairs and Consumer Protection)

Severe Alert Apr 20, 2013 Weather-Related Warning to Consumers
High Alert Apr 25, 2013 Temporary Small Business Center Hours
Low Alert Mar 6, 2013 Immigration Assistance Providers Rules and Regulations - Effective March 6, 2013
Low Alert Jan 4, 2013 WAV Taxicab Fund Applications Notice
Low Alert Aug 10, 2012 Cable Division Compliance Review Session on Tuesday, August 14, 2012

Most Recent News (Business Affairs and Consumer Protection)

May 2, 2013 Finance and Social Media Headline May’s Business Education Workshops
Apr 19, 2013 Repeat Consumer Fraud or Home Repair Violators in the City of Chicago
Mar 6, 2013 Airport Concessions, Mobile Food Dispenser/Preparer License Highlight March Workshops
Jan 23, 2013 February Business Education Workshop Schedule Available
Dec 28, 2012 January’s Business Workshops Focus on Startups and Online Marketing
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What We Do

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Apply for Your Business License Online

Business License Look-Up

File A Consumer Complaint Online

Liquor Moratorium / Vote Dry Area Look-Up

Monthly Business Education Workshop Schedules

Renew Your Business License Online

Schedule An Appointment With A Business Consultant

Department Main Office

Business Affairs and Consumer Protection

  • Phone: 312.744.6060
    TTY: 312.744.1944
    Fax: 312.744.0246
  • 121 N. LaSalle Street
    8th Floor
    Chicago, IL 60602   
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Other BACP locations:

2350 W. Ogden Avenue

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