Welcome

The Chicago Committee on High Rise Buildings (CCHRB) is a not-for-profit organization, founded to investigate problems or enhancements, support research and disseminate information for economic design, construction, operation and rehabilitation of high rise buildings. Its members are experienced and skilled in the design, construction and operation of high rise buildings.

The Committee consists of approximately 81 members, which includes but is not limited to the following: architects, engineers (including structural, geo-technical, M/P/FP/E and others), specialty consultants (including elevator, acoustics, fire protection/life safety, cladding and others) building owners and building managers, general contractors, specialty contractors, representatives of professional organizations, and members of the legal profession. The Executive Director/Department of Construction and Permits, Commissioner of Buildings, and the Deputy Commissioner/Bureau of Fire Prevention of the City of Chicago participate as ex-offico members.