Chicago City Council to consider building requirements to protect migratory birds – CBS2 (Chicago)

Chicago City Council to consider building requirements to protect migratory birds – CBS2 (Chicago)

Chicago considers mandatory bird-friendly building standards for new construction

Chicago Construction News staff writer Chicago could soon require bird-friendly design features in new buildings and major renovation projects under an ordinance expected to be debated at the Sept. 17 or Sept. 23 City Council meeting. The proposed ordinance would establish mandatory standards aimed at reducing the risk of birds striking glass and other building surfaces. The measure, introduced by Ald. Maria Hadden and co-sponsored by other alde…