Do I need a contractor license to perform work on my own home?
No. The ordinance exempts owner and occupants from the registration and licensing requirement. However, you may still need to obtain zoning and construction related permits.

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1. Can you recommend a carpenter or home improvement person to me so that I can have some property maintenance or property repairs performed?
2. Are all contractors required to obtain a local license from Lincoln Park?
3. Do I need a contractor license to perform work on my own home?
4. May I request that the contractor show me his license?
5. My neighbor and I are having a dispute regarding the boundary line of our properties. Who can I call in town hall to help me?
6. My neighbor's tree hangs over the fence into my rear yard. I am afraid that a tree limb will fall into my yard and cause damage. Who can I call in town hall to help me?
7. If I make a complaint about a particular property or person does my name or written complaint become public record?
8. Can I make an anonymous complaint?