What was permitted
Businesses and property owners in Chicago's Loop can research the costs associated with temporary scaffolding. This permit at 8 E Randolph St covers scaffolding with a maximum length of 26 feet and a height of 400 feet, spanning all four building elevations.
Issued on August 25, 2026, this permit is active for 365 days and requires a corresponding CDOT public way permit. While the permit fee was $175, the overall project cost for such extensive scaffolding can vary significantly.
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