New Construction/Rehab Process

New Construction/Rehab Process

Peoples Gas will work with your business at every stage to ensure that your construction project goes smoothly.

Service Options:

I have a gas service pipe, but need a meter.

Fill out an Application for Gas and Service. The application can be returned by fax or e-mail:

After receiving your request, a Peoples Gas representative will contact you within three business days.

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I have a gas service pipe, but want to remove the meter.

The ideal location for the gas meter is on the front of the house, or 4 feet back on the side of the house. It should be 3 to 4 feet from any electric source, including any electric meter, air-conditioning unit or electric outlet.

Requests to have meters removed can be submitted via fax or e-mail

After receiving your request, a Peoples Gas representative will contact you within three business days.

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I have a gas service pipe and meter, and want the meter relocated.

To speak with a Peoples Gas customer service representative and request meter relocation for one or two meters:

To request meter relocation for three or more meters, please contact the Developer's Task Force:

After receiving your request, a Peoples Gas representative will contact you within three business days.

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I have a gas service pipe, but want it relocated.

For assistance with your project — including equipment recommendations, site plan reviews and technical support — please identify your location and contact your Construction Coordinator. The experts at Peoples Gas can help you avoid costly delays and problems down the road.

  1. Download an application and fax it to your Construction Coordinator.
  2. Contact your Construction Coordinator and schedule an appointment to meet at job site.
  3. Make sure you have the following information available:
    • Load Information in Cubic-Feet-Per-Hour (CFH): Include any special pressure requirements for commercial appliances, rooftop units and natural gas generators.
    • Service Pipe Location(s): Let us know your desired location(s) (referencing the nearest lot line) and we will try to accommodate you.
    • Responsible Person: Confirm who is responsible for managing the project or coordinating the utility site details, such as the owner, project manager, construction superintendent, mechanical contractor, HVAC contractor or plumber.
    • Detailed Utility Site Plan: Provide final plans that show where easements, property lines and other on-site utility lines are located: fuel, water, sewer, telephone, electric, etc. This facilitates design turnaround time and minimizes the possibility of changes later.
    • Business Information: Provide your tax identification number, as well as relevant financial information, so that we can set up your account.
  4. Before you dig, call 312-744-7000.

Please plan on scheduling your service pipe installation when the foundation is poured and back-filled. This allows our service crews to complete their work before other trades are on the job site. Please carefully review our Construction Guide for service pipe, meter and appliance installation requirements.

For safety reasons, our crews will not install service if: debris, lumber or scaffolding are present in the work area, the requested meter location fails to meet minimum clearances or the fuel line fails a pressure test. Working closely with your Peoples Gas representative will help you avoid any unexpected delays.

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I need a new gas service pipe and meter.

The ideal location for the gas meter is on the front of the house, or 4 feet back on the side of the house. It should be 3 to 4 feet from any electric source, including any electric meter, air-conditioning unit or electric outlet.

For assistance with your project — including equipment recommendations, site plan reviews and technical support — please identify your location and contact your Construction Coordinator. The experts at Peoples Gas can help you avoid costly delays and problems down the road.

  1. Download an application and fax it to your Construction Coordinator.
  2. Contact your Construction Coordinator and schedule an appointment to meet at job site.
  3. Make sure you have the following information available:
    • Load Information in Cubic-Feet-Per-Hour (CFH): Include any special pressure requirements for commercial appliances, rooftop units and natural gas generators.
    • Service Pipe Location(s): Let us know your desired location(s) (referencing the nearest lot line) and we will try to accommodate you.
    • Responsible Person: Confirm who is responsible for managing the project or coordinating the utility site details, such as the owner, project manager, construction superintendent, mechanical contractor, HVAC contractor or plumber.
    • Detailed Utility Site Plan: Provide final plans that show where easements, property lines and other on-site utility lines are located: fuel, water, sewer, telephone, electric, etc. This facilitates design turnaround time and minimizes the possibility of changes later.
    • Business Information: Provide your tax identification number, as well as relevant financial information, so that we can set up your account.
  4. Before you dig, call 312-744-7000.

Please plan on scheduling your service pipe installation when the foundation is poured and back-filled. This allows our service crews to complete their work before other trades are on the job site. Please carefully review our Construction Guide for service pipe, meter and appliance installation requirements.

For safety reasons, our crews will not install service if: debris, lumber or scaffolding are present in the work area, the requested meter location fails to meet minimum clearances or the fuel line fails a pressure test. Working closely with your Construction Coordinator will help you avoid any unexpected delays.

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I have a gas service pipe and meter, but want to wreck/demolish the building.

Fill out the Service Pipe Disconnection Form and fax it to 312-240-7221 or e-mail demos@peoplesgasdelivery.com.

A representative will notify you when your order has been received.

Please Note: we will need 10-15 business days for verification before termination of service. Also a $750 service fee will need to be paid prior to disconnection.

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