Chicago Food Violation Code 55: Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and Clean

Severity: minor | Category: Facilities

What This Means

Floors, walls, and ceilings must be smooth, properly constructed, in good repair, and easily cleanable. Lighting must be adequate.

Health Risk

Building deterioration creates pest entry points, harborage areas, and surfaces that cannot be properly cleaned.

Common Examples

• Holes in walls
• Broken floor tiles
• Ceiling tiles missing or water-damaged
• Inadequate lighting in prep area
• Gaps under exterior doors

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