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Chicago Approved Exit Signs

Chicago has its own building and fire safety standards for emergency signage. Our Chicago approved exit signs are designed to meet local code requirements, featuring red lettering, white backgrounds, and durable steel construction to comply with city fire ordinances.

Each model is UL 924 listed and meets NFPA 101 guidelines while incorporating Chicago-specific mandates for visibility, mounting, and tamper resistance. Red legends ensure optimal readability, and steel housings meet the city’s structural safety codes.

All signs include battery backup systems for 90-minute emergency illumination. Optional self-testing models make maintenance simple and help ensure full code compliance.

Whether you’re renovating an existing Chicago property or developing a new facility, our Chicago exit signs are built to satisfy the city’s strictest safety and egress regulations. For comprehensive protection, explore our Chicago-approved emergency light fixtures or Chicago exit sign and emergency light combo units to meet all local code requirements.

What makes an exit sign “Chicago approved”? It must meet local code requirements, including a red-letter-on-white background design, 20-gauge steel housing, and UL 924 compliance—with mandatory 90-minute battery backup and specific mounting/tamper-resistant construction.
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FAQs About Chicago Approved Exit Signs

❓ What are Chicago approved exit signs?

These are UL 924 listed signs that feature red letters on a white background and steel housings, as required by Chicago municipal and fire safety code.

❓ Are steel housings required in Chicago?

Yes. Chicago mandates steel or metal enclosures for exit signs in most commercial and residential applications to ensure durability and code compliance.

❓ Do these signs meet national codes?

Yes. Chicago approved signs also meet NFPA 101 and OSHA egress lighting requirements in addition to local regulations.

❓ Are battery backup models available?

Absolutely. All Chicago exit signs include backup power to maintain illumination during blackouts.

❓ Can I use self-testing exit signs in Chicago?

Yes. Self-testing exit signs simplify inspections and are permitted as long as they meet UL 924 standards.

❓ Where are these signs typically used?

Required in stairwells, corridors, exit doors, and emergency routes throughout office buildings, apartment complexes, and city-regulated spaces.