Building Mission Statement

The mission of the East Chicago Building Department is to provide a resident-friendly and efficient entity that will enforce the minimum standards for the protection of life, health, environment, public safety and general welfare, and for the conservation of energy in the design and construction of buildings and structures, as well as to work vigorously to preserve our neighborhoods through an efficient unbiased code enforcement plan designed to promote and maintain a safe and desirable living environment which will improve property value and enhance the quality of life for the residents in the City of East Chicago.