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Jimmy John'S

200 N Jefferson Ste1, Chicago, IL 60661 · West Loop · Restaurant · High risk
YOUR CALL
58/100

Mostly clean — 15 of 22 passed, one prior failure

Inspections
22
15 passed
Last Inspected
2025-09-09
Pass Rate
68%
1 failure
Score
58/100
YOUR CALL
3 consecutive passes, most recently 2025-09-09
Failed 1 inspection (2023)
Sanitation issues found across 34 inspections
Food Temperature issues found across 5 inspections
Issues were corrected on re-inspection
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Sanitation critical 34×
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Other serious
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Food Temperature critical
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Documentation & Training critical
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Employee Hygiene critical
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Facility Condition minor
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Plumbing & Waste minor
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Pest Activity critical
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Food Storage & Handling minor
2025-09-09 Pass w/ Conditions Canvass
2
minor Sanitation

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

FOUND INTERIOR WALLS AND CEILING OF WALK IN COOLER NOT CLEAN.MUST CLEAN.

minor Other

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

FOUND PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT DATED 7-26-24 INSPECTION # 2598153.NO ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR THE FOOD SERVICE MANAGER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOR ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS AND MAINTAIN PRIORITY FOUNDATION.CITATIO...

2024-07-26 Pass Canvass
4
serious Sanitation

FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE INTERIOR OF REAR ICE MACHINE.

minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVER ICE BUILD UP INSIDE THE WALK IN FREEZER AND FLOOR DIRTY UNDER SHELVING AND FLOORS DIRTY IN THE WALK IN COOLER. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE INSIDE OF THE WALK IN COOLER AND FREEZER.

minor Facility Condition

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED THE LIGHT OUT INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

minor Other

ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

OBSERVED THE CITY CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY WITHOUT HER ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

2023-08-22 Pass Canvass Re-Inspection
1
minor Facility Condition

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

6-303.11 OBSERVED A BURNED OUT LIGHT-BULB IN THE HALLWAY WHERE THE ICE MACHINE IS STORED. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BULB AND MAINTAIN LIGHTING IN THE UNIT.

2023-08-16 Fail Canvass
CRITICAL 8
critical Documentation & Training

MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

OBSERVED BLANK COPIES OF EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO MAINTAIN POLICY WITH VERIFIABLE SIGNED COPIES ON SITE FOR ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES IN ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF REPORTING AGREEMENT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-010.

serious Sanitation

FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

OBSERVED A WHITE PANEL INSIDE THE ICE MACHINE THAT TOUCHED ICE FILLED WITH A BLACK MOLD-LIKE SUBSTANCE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO WASH, CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN. ICE IS USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISS...

serious Sanitation

WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS

OBSERVED THE IMPROPER CHEMICAL TEST KIT AVAILABLE DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE THE CORRECT (QUAT) TEST KIT FOR PROPER CONCENTRATION IN SANITIZING SOLUTIONS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.

minor Sanitation

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF ICE BUILDUP ON THE FLOOR/WALLS/CEILING OF THE WALK-IN FREEZER. MUST REMOVE EXCESS ICE, DETAIL CLEAN, AND MAINTAIN. ALSO, OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON THE FLOOR OF THE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED MISSING CEILINGS TILE PANELS IN THE REAR. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE MISSING PANELS CEILING TILES.

minor Facility Condition

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED A BURNED OUT LIGHT-BULB IN THE HALLWAY WHERE THE ICE MACHINE IS STORED. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BULB AND MAINTAIN LIGHTING IN THE UNIT.

minor Other

ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

OBSERVED NO PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN RECORDS AT ALL TIMES.

minor Documentation & Training

ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

OBSERVED THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD CERTIFIED MANAGER WITH NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS OBTAIN THIS CERTIFICATE.

2022-04-28 Pass w/ Conditions Canvass
CRITICAL 2
critical Food Temperature

CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE

FOUND NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER OR CERTIFICATE POSTED ON SITE WHILE TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS (TURKEY) IS BEING PREPARED AND SERVED TO THE PUBLIC. A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER...

minor Sanitation

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

FOUND CUTTING BOARDS LOCATED ON PREP COOLER STAINED AND FILLED WITH DEEP GROOVES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO RESURFACE OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

2021-01-25 Pass Canvass
CRITICAL 2
critical Pest Activity

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED THE WEATHER STRIPPING AT THE BOTTOM OF THE REAR EXIT DOOR WITH A 1 1/2 GAP ON THE LEFT SIDE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A TIGHT SEAL TO PREVENT PESTS AND MAINTAIN

minor Other

ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

NO ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR THE FOOD SERVICE MANAGER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOR ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS AND MAINTAIN

2020-04-08 Pass w/ Conditions Canvass
CRITICAL 4
critical Employee Hygiene

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED NO PAPER TOWELS AVAILABLE AT HANDSINK IN PREP AREA DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES FOR PROPER HANDWASHING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-030 (C). NO CITATION ISSUED.

minor Food Storage & Handling

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED BURNED OUT LIGHT BULBS IN CEILING IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

minor Other

ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

SEE VIOLATION 60.

minor Documentation & Training

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT #2285314 ON APRIL 17, 2019.# 58 STATES ALLERGEN CERTIFICATES ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL EMPLOYEES THAT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION LICENSE. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETE THE ONLINE ...

2019-04-17 Pass w/ Conditions Canvass
CRITICAL 7
critical Sanitation

PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

NO CLEAN UP KIT OR PROCEDURES ONSITE FOR VOMITING OR DIARRHEA EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE KIT AND POST PROCEDURES FOR EMPLOYEES TO FOLLOW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.

serious Food Temperature

PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

OBSERVED 16 LBS OF DELI MEAT AT AN IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 52F STORED IN THE PREP COOLER. VALUED AT $80. MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED MEAT. INSTRUCTED TO HOLD COLD TCS FOODS AT 41F OR BELOW. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.

minor Food Temperature

THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

MUST PROVIDE A METAL STEM THERMOMETER ONSITE TO ENSURE THE ACCURACY OF COLD FOOD TEMPERATURES. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED. (CITED FOR VIOLATION #22)

minor Sanitation

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

MUST PROVIDE ADDITIONAL STOPPER FOR 3-COMP SINK, OBSERVED ONLY 2 STOPPERS, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.

minor Plumbing & Waste

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

MUST PROVIDE BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AT MOP SINK. A backflow prevention device shall be located so that it may be serviced and maintained.

minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

MUST DETAIL CLEAN WATER FROM FLOORS AT REAR EXIT DOOR, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.

minor Documentation & Training

ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

ALLERGEN CERTIFICATES ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL EMPLOYEES THAT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION LICENSE. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETE THE ONLINE TRAINING AND KEEP CERTIFICATE ONSITE.

2018-06-07 Pass Canvass
3
minor Sanitation

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

Observed chipped paint on mobile wire rack in walk-in cooler. Instructed manager to resurface and or replace. Maintain it all times.

minor Sanitation

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

Observed excessive ice build up on ceiling in walk in freezer. Instructed manager to remove. Maintain at all times.

minor Other

REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

Observed digital thermometer display on walk in freezer not working at time of inspection. Instructed manager to repair and maintain at all times.

2018-01-18 Pass Canvass
3
minor Sanitation

CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES

Observed duct tape used as it means of repair, over drip drain located inside beverage cabinet ,in front dinning area. Informed manager that all surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable. Instructed manager to remove duct tape and to provide prope...

minor Sanitation

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

Observed excessive rust stains and grease, as well as decomposing food matter on exterior surface grease trap lid, located under 3 compartment sink. Instructed manager to remove rust, then seal and to detail clean. Maintain at all times.

minor Employee Hygiene

APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN

Observed male food handler without proper beard restraint while in front prep area. Must provide beard restraints (beard nets, etc.) for all food handlers while in prep area.

2017-08-11 Pass Canvass
1
minor Employee Hygiene

APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN

Observed food handler without proper hair restraint while in front prep area. Must provide hair restraints (hair nets, hats, etc.) for all food handlers while in prep area.

2016-11-04 Pass Canvass
1
minor Sanitation

PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

NOTED MOPS AND BROOMS STORED ON THE FLOOR NEAR THE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL CLEANING EQUIPMENT INVERTED OR AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.

2016-03-04 Pass Canvass Re-Inspection
1
minor Sanitation

FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED

OBSERVED ICE SCOOP BEING STORED ON TOP OF THE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO STORE THE ICE SCOOP IN A MANNER THAT PREVENTS CONTAMINATION.

2016-03-02 Pass w/ Conditions Canvass
CRITICAL 3
critical Food Temperature

FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE

OBSERVED THE TOP COMPARTMENT OF THE RIGHT PREP TOP COOLER HOLDING IMPROPER AMBIENT TEMPERATURE OF 56 DEGREES, WITH POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS STORED INSIDE ALSO AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES (DELI MEAT AND CHEESE AT 47 DEGREES). THE TOP COMPARTMENT WAS T...

critical Food Temperature

POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE

OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (DELI MEAT, 47 DEGREES, CHEESE, 47 DEGREES) STORED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES IN THE UPPER COMPARTMENT OF THE RIGHT PREP TOP COOLER. THE MEAT (APPROX. 13 LB, $50) AND THE CHEESE (APPROX. 3 LB, $3) WAS VOLUNTARILY DI...

minor Sanitation

FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED

OBSERVED ICE SCOOP BEING STORED ON TOP OF THE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO STORE THE ICE SCOOP IN A MANNER THAT PREVENTS CONTAMINATION.

2015-03-06 Pass Canvass
2
minor Sanitation

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

MUST REMOVE RUST FROM THE LOWER SECTION OF THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK GREASE TRAP.

minor Sanitation

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

CLEAN FLOORS BEHIND THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK GREASE TRAP.

2014-10-27 Pass Canvass
3
minor Sanitation

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

MUST PROVIDE THREE STOPPERS FOR THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK TO ENABLE PROPER WASHING, RINSING AND SANITIZING.

minor Sanitation

PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

EMPLOYEES PERSONAL BELONGINGS MUST NOT BE STORED IN FOOD OR FOOD CONTACT AREAS.

minor Sanitation

FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED

WIPING CLOTHS MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN CONTAINER WITH A SANITIZING SOLUTION.

2014-03-07 Pass Canvass

No violations found.

2013-10-21 Pass Canvass
2
minor Sanitation

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

MUST CLEAN ICE DISPENSER CHUTE AT SODA MACHINE IN DINING AREA.

minor Other

REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

EXTERIOR DIGITAL THEMOMETER FOR WALK-IN FREEZER NOT WORKING; PROVIDE AN INTERNAL THERMOMETER FOR WALK-IN FREEZER.

2012-07-02 Pass Complaint
3
minor Sanitation

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

MUST CLEAN FLOORS AT FRONT PREP AREA. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL FLOOR DRAINS.

minor Sanitation

PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

MUST KEEP ALL STAFF PERSONAL ITEMS AWAY FROM DRY STORAGE AREA.(I.E., SHOES AND PERSONAL BAGS).

minor Employee Hygiene

APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN

ALL STAFF AT FOOD PREP AREAS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS AT ALL TIMES.

2012-03-26 Pass Canvass
3
minor Sanitation

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE MEAT SLICING MACHINE AT FRONT PREP AREA. MUST CLEAN AROUND GREASE TRAP BOX TO REMOVE GRIME BUILD...

minor Sanitation

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER AT CORNERS TO REMOVE CRUMBS AND FOOD DEBRI.

minor Sanitation

FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED

MUST PROPERLY STORE WASH CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION AT ALL TIMES.

2011-05-25 Pass w/ Conditions Canvass
4
serious Other

* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED

A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served. NO CERTIFIED MANAGER WAS PRESENT WHEN THE DELI MEAT FOR THE STORE WAS BEING SLICED AND PORTIONED BY THE ONLY EMPLOYEE...

minor Sanitation

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. THE EXPOSED HANDSINK INTERIOR IS DIRTY, WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE ALL OF THE FOOD DISPENSING UTENSILS AND EQUIPMENT U...

minor Sanitation

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. THE ICE MACHINE HAS A DIRTY BUILDUP AROUND THE COLLAR OF THE ICE LOADING BIN LID. WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE ALL OF T...

minor Sanitation

FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED

Between uses and during storage ice dispensing utensils and ice receptacles shall be stored in a way that protects them from contamination. THE ICE SCOOP IS STORED ON TOP OF THE ICE MACHINE AND THE PLASTIC ICE BUCKET IS DIRTY. WASH, RINSE AND SA...

2010-06-21 Pass Canvass
3
minor Sanitation

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. Floors around corners inside walk-in cooler & grease trap need cleaning, must maintain.

minor Sanitation

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. Must fix/replace missing wall corner coving & seal joles on a small wall at enrtyway to kitchen(left side facing west).

minor Plumbing & Waste

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules...

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