If you received a Chicago building violation labeled CN138106, the City is saying there’s a nuisance condition on (or connected to) the property that must be stopped and removed.
In plain English: CN138106 usually means “Stop/remove nuisance.” It’s commonly tied to issues the City considers harmful, unsafe, disruptive, or unlawful on the premises.
What CN138106 usually means (simple explanation)
CN138106 is commonly listed as:
It’s often associated with a municipal code citation like 7-28-060 (nuisance-related enforcement).
Translation: the City believes the property has a condition or activity that qualifies as a nuisance, and they want it eliminated, not just “managed.”
What counts as a “nuisance” in Chicago building violations?
“Nuisance” is a broad bucket. CN138106 can show up for different reasons depending on what the inspector observed or what a complaint reported.
Examples can include:
- Ongoing conditions that create health/safety concerns
- Problematic yard or exterior conditions tied to the property
- Items stored or maintained in a way the City considers unsafe or unlawful
- Repeat complaint situations where the City escalates language to “nuisance”
Because it’s broad, the best way to interpret CN138106 is to read the “violation details” line(s) on your notice (it usually lists the specific nuisance condition and location).
Why you got hit with CN138106
CN138106 commonly appears when:
- A 311 complaint triggers an inspection
- The inspector observes a condition they believe violates nuisance rules
- The property has repeat issues and the City uses stronger enforcement language
Why CN138106 is a big deal
Nuisance violations can escalate faster than basic repair items because they’re framed as an ongoing condition that must be stopped.
If ignored, CN138106 can lead to:
- Repeat inspections
- Additional citations (often multiple codes at once)
- Administrative hearings or legal enforcement depending on severity and timeline
- Delays when selling/refinancing if the violation remains open
How to solve CN138106 (step-by-step)
The goal is simple: remove the nuisance, document it, and make sure the City’s record updates.
1) Get the exact nuisance description from the notice
Don’t guess.
Pull the violation notice (or inspection record) and capture:
- The nuisance description
- The location (front/rear/yard/garage/alley/basement/unit)
- Any related codes listed on the same notice
2) Remove the nuisance condition completely
Because the wording is “stop/remove,” partial fixes can fail.
Depending on the details, removal could mean:
- Clearing and disposing of items
- Securing an area so the condition can’t continue
- Repairing or replacing damaged exterior elements contributing to the issue
- Cleaning and restoring the area to a compliant condition
3) Prevent it from returning (this is what inspectors look for)
A lot of nuisance cases stay open because the condition comes back.
Common prevention steps:
- Add locks, fencing, or access control
- Improve trash storage and pickup cadence
- Post signage where needed
- Put a maintenance schedule in place (especially for multi-unit or vacant properties)
4) Document everything (before/after + receipts)
This is your protection if the City re-inspects or the case escalates.
Save:
- Before photos (wide + close-up)
- After photos (same angles)
- Disposal receipts / contractor invoices
- Any written statements from vendors or property management
5) Follow the compliance process (certification and/or re-inspection)
Some notices require certification/affidavit steps, and some require re-inspection.
Your goal is to ensure:
- The City receives what they require
- The violation status changes to complied/closed
6) Verify the violation is actually closed
Don’t stop at “we fixed it.” Confirm the City’s system updates.
Common mistakes that keep CN138106 open
- Fixing the symptom but not the root cause (it returns)
- Not documenting the correction
- Missing the certification step or re-inspection
- Assuming “nuisance” is one-size-fits-all (it isn’t)
Want me to tailor this to your exact CN138106 notice?
Send me either:
- A screenshot of the violation details, or
- The exact nuisance description text + property type
…and I’ll write a tight, step-by-step compliance checklist you can hand to your field team or contractor.
Next steps
- Call us directly for violation solutions services.
