It has been established by scientific evidence that improper plumbing can result in the introduction of pathogenic organisms into the potable water supply, result in the escape of toxic gases into the environment, and result in potentially lethal disease and epidemic. It is further found that minimum numbers of plumbing facilities and fixtures are necessary for the comfort and convenience of workers and persons in public places.
Consistent with its duty to safeguard the health of the people of the City of Chicago, the City Council therefore declares that the regulation of plumbing and the plumbing trade is necessary for the protection of the public health, convenience, and welfare. The City Council therefore declares that individuals who plan, inspect, install, alter, extend, repair, and maintain plumbing systems shall be individuals of proven skill. Further, the City Council has enacted the Chicago Plumbing Code as essential for the protection of public health and convenience. In order to ensure plumbing skill and to authoritatively establish what shall be good plumbing practice, this Code provides for the licensing of plumbers, apprentice plumbers, and plumbing contractors. Chapters 4-332 and 4-336 are therefore declared to be essential to the public interest.
(Added Coun. J. 12-9-92, p. 25465; Amend Coun. J. 1-24-24, p. 8615, § 3)