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The Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection ensures a fair and vibrant marketplace for businesses, workers and consumers in the City.

121 North LaSalle, Room 805
Joined March 2014
Resources to file official complaints in Chicago: 1. Call 311 2. Download the CHI311 app 3. Visit 311.Chicago.gov to file online 4. Visit Chicago.gov/ConsumerProtecti… for a list of local, state and federal resources to help with circumstances not under BACP's authority.
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The historic Woodlawn neighborhood offers abundant green space, must-try restaurants, distinguished public artwork, and a thriving cultural legacy -- not to mention the new Obama Presidential Center! #ShopLocalChicago Explore: choosechicago.com/neighborho…
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ICYMI: The Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP) authorized a Taxi Fuel Surcharge beginning October 21, 2026, as permitted under the Municipal Code of Chicago. Find details and updates at Chicago.gov/RideSmart
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This morning's free business education webinar starts at 9:30. Register: Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars The Managing Cash Flow module encourages the participants to focus on cash flow management as an essential competency of business ownership.
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RFP ANNOUNCEMENT: Formerly known as Neighborhood Business Development Centers, the new Neighborhood Business Network will work alongside business service organizations and entrepreneurs to help start, grow & scale businesses in Chicago. Learn more & apply: Chicago.gov/NBDC
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This morning's free business education webinar starts at 10am. Register: Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars This #ArtIsLabor campaign webinar will explore practical ways to build flexibility and accommodation into your workplace culture, the business case for doing so, and more.
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BACP is #NowHiring! ✅ Administrative Services Officer (Closes Nov 4, 2026, 11:59:00 PM) ✅ Supervisor of Business Compliance Investigations (Nov 4, 11:59PM) ✅ Staff Assistant (Nov 9, 11:59PM) ✅ Senior Administrative Assistant (Nov 10, 11:59PM) Apply: Chi.gov/BACPJobs
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Conozca los pasos necesarios para obtener una licencia comercial de la Ciudad de Chicago, desde el registro de su entidad empresarial hasta la solicitud, inspección y aprobación de la licencia. Registrarse: Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars
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RFP ANNOUNCEMENT: Formerly known as Neighborhood Business Development Centers, the new Neighborhood Business Network will work alongside business service organizations and entrepreneurs to help start, grow & scale businesses in Chicago. Learn more & apply: Chicago.gov/NBDC
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Halloween is this Saturday🎃👻🍭 Where are you picking up your Halloween candy? Costumes? Party snacks and drinks? Shout out your go-to local businesses in the comments! #TagLocalTuesday #ShopLocalChicago
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On the heels of International Artist's Day (Oct. 25), now's the perfect time to underscore BACP's commitment to our city's Creative Workers, who are the foundation of Chicago’s rich arts and culture landscape. Learn more about the 'Art is Labor' campaign: Chicago.gov/CreativeWork
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BACP is #NowHiring! ✅ Administrative Services Officer (Closes Nov 4, 2026, 11:59:00 PM) ✅ Supervisor of Business Compliance Investigations (Closes Nov 4, 2026, 11:59:00 PM) ✅ Staff Assistant (Closes Nov 9, 2026, 11:59:00 PM) Learn more and apply: Chi.gov/BACPJobs
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This week's free business education webinars: Wed: Pasos para obtener una licencia comercial Thu: Think Outside the Benefits Box: Supporting Disabled Creative Workers as an Employer Fri: Managing Cash Flow– Practical Problem Solving Learn more & register: Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars
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ICYMI: BACP is #NowHiring! ✅ Administrative Services Officer (Closes Nov 4, 2026, 11:59:00 PM) ✅ Supervisor of Business Compliance Investigations (Closes Nov 4, 2026, 11:59:00 PM) Learn more and apply: Chi.gov/BACPJobs
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This morning's free business education webinar starts at 9:30am. Register: Chicago.gov/BACPWebinars We will discuss resources for entrepreneurs wishing to start or grow their business in Chicago. Topics will include Writing a Business Plan, Funding, Grants and much more.
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RFP ANNOUNCEMENT: Formerly known as Neighborhood Business Development Centers, the new Neighborhood Business Network will work alongside business service organizations and entrepreneurs to help start, grow & scale businesses in Chicago. Learn more & apply: Chicago.gov/NBDC
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ICYMI: The Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP) authorized a Taxi Fuel Surcharge beginning October 21, 2026, as permitted under the Municipal Code of Chicago. Find details and updates at Chicago.gov/RideSmart
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Discover Hyde Park, Chicago's historic gem! Explore local businesses, savor local cuisine, and dive into rich culture. Uncover Hyde Park's charm today: choosechicago.com/neighborho… #ShopLocalChicago
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The latest episode of Behind the Business License is now streaming! Learn about Vito’s Vault and how BACP's NBDC program with the Jefferson Park Chamber of Commerce helped support its journey. WATCH: youtu.be/WfgWgG6w7_E?si=NvOB…
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BACP is #NowHiring! ✅ Administrative Services Officer (Closes Nov 4, 2026, 11:59:00 PM) ✅ Supervisor of Business Compliance Investigations (Closes Nov 4, 2026, 11:59:00 PM) Learn more and apply: Chi.gov/BACPJobs
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