Mr. Westgard, Your Permit, Please

Tom Westgard doesn't want you to see these photographs. They prove that he has violated building code.

These photos were taken in the Ginderske 2007 campaign office, which is now the office of Thomas J. Westgard, Atty. He was Ginderske's campaign chair, and is now a supporter of embattled Alderman Joe Moore.

Since late February, Westgard has ripped apart walls, applied new drywall, and constructed a reception desk in the middle of the office. (See "Westgard Coy About Code Violations")

According to the City of Chicago's Department of Buildings, "permits are required for interior remodeling for the removal of plaster, lath and drywall." Hmmm. Can we see your permit, Mr. Westgard? Or perhaps you would like to provide photos of your office in its current state?

In a comment on his own blog, Westgard once implied that he has only painted walls and built furniture. Nope.

We ask again: Is Alderman Joe Moore covering up or overlooking this clear code violation for his new supporter?