Algonquin § 5.01 Streets & Public Property Section Public Works Director View in Algonquin’s full code →
Algonquin § 5.03 Streets & Public Property Section Encroachments on Street This section prohibits any structure or thing from being placed on, over, or under public streets, alleys, sidewalks, or public ways without a permit from the Village Board. It also outlines a process for handling existing non-conforming encroachments, requiring their removal if they pose a hazard or allowing them to remain under specific conditions with a waiver and assumption of liability by the owner. View in Algonquin’s full code →
Algonquin § 5.04 Streets & Public Property Section Damage to Public Property This section prohibits any person from damaging or defacing public property, including streets, sidewalks, parks, and various appurtenances attached to them. View in Algonquin’s full code →
Algonquin § 5.05 Streets & Public Property Section Obstructing Streets This section prohibits the obstruction of public streets, sidewalks, alleys, and public places. It also addresses rules for loading/unloading merchandise, littering, drainage, and snow/ice removal, with specific regulations for the Old Town District. View in Algonquin’s full code →
Algonquin § 5.07 Streets & Public Property Section Sump Pump Discharge View in Algonquin’s full code →
Algonquin § 5.08 Streets & Public Property Section Snow on Sidewalks This section requires individuals occupying ground floors, users of vacant lots, and owners of vacant buildings to remove snow and ice from abutting sidewalks within 24 hours of snowfall cessation. If removal is not possible, the surface must be treated to reduce pedestrian hazards. View in Algonquin’s full code →
Algonquin § 5.09 Streets & Public Property Section Vehicle Size and Weight Limits This section establishes limits on the size and weight of vehicles operating on Algonquin's streets to prevent road damage. It references state statutes for specific limitations and outlines exceptions for certain vehicles. View in Algonquin’s full code →
Algonquin § 5.11 Streets & Public Property Section Sidewalks This section outlines the specifications, permit requirements, and grade standards for sidewalk construction within Algonquin Village. It details the process for Village-initiated sidewalk construction and mandates property owner responsibility for the associated costs. View in Algonquin’s full code →
Algonquin § 5.12 Streets & Public Property Section Openings in Streets This ordinance requires a permit from the Superintendent of Streets and Maintenance before any opening or disturbance of streets, alleys, public grounds, or tree banks. Applicants must provide detailed information about the purpose, location of underground utilities, a work schedule, and ensure minimal interference with traffic and property access. View in Algonquin’s full code →
Algonquin § 5.13 Streets & Public Property Section Moving Buildings This section requires a permit from the Building and Zoning Department to move buildings within Algonquin. The permit will specify the route, and the applicant must obtain a surety bond to cover potential damages and ensure compliance with all provisions. View in Algonquin’s full code →
Algonquin § 5.14 Streets & Public Property Section House Numbering This section establishes a system for numbering lots, buildings, and structures in Algonquin. It designates Algonquin Road and the Fox River as base lines, dictates how numbers are assigned based on distance from these lines and block locations, and requires visible Arabic numbering on buildings. View in Algonquin’s full code →
Algonquin § 5.15 Streets & Public Property Section Trees and Tree Preservation/ This section outlines procedures for tree removal permits, including emergency exceptions and restrictions on interfering with village tree work. It also details penalties for violations, including fines and separate offenses for continued violations or damage to protected trees. View in Algonquin’s full code →
Algonquin § 5.16 Streets & Public Property Section Gas Pipes This ordinance prohibits leaks in gas pipes within 40 feet of trees on public property. Owners of leaking pipes must immediately repair them after receiving written notice from the Superintendent of Streets and Maintenance, or face penalties. View in Algonquin’s full code →
Algonquin § 5.17 Streets & Public Property Section Mailbox Installation This section appears to be a fee schedule for various services and penalties related to mailboxes, telehealth, late payments, administrative processing, water service, and meter costs within Algonquin. It details specific monetary charges for different infractions and services. View in Algonquin’s full code →
Barrington § 7.1.1 Streets & Public Property Section Supervision This section places the supervision of all public ways, including streets, alleys, sidewalks, and parkways, under the authority of the village manager or their designee. This authority includes overseeing work and maintenance, and enforcing related ordinance provisions, excluding traffic ordinances. View in Barrington’s full code →
Barrington § 7.1.10 Streets & Public Property Section Scaffolds, ladders and tools This section mandates safety measures for scaffolds, ladders, and tools used over public ways in Barrington, requiring secure construction and preventing falling objects. It also mandates insurance for work involving such equipment or tools over public ways, contingent on a village permit. View in Barrington’s full code →
Barrington § 7.1.11 Streets & Public Property Section Prohibited acts and conditions This section of the Barrington municipal ordinance prohibits various activities that could damage public ways or create hazards. It covers injury to pavements, throwing harmful items, littering, burning refuse on public ways, improper drainage discharges, obstructing drains, and disturbing safety devices. View in Barrington’s full code →
Barrington § 7.1.12 Streets & Public Property Section Maintenance of unimproved portions of village public ways and easements This section obligates owners and occupants of adjacent private or public property to maintain unimproved portions of village public ways and easements, including drainage facilities, unless otherwise directed or exempted. Maintenance requires keeping areas free from obstructions and compliant with village codes, with specific exceptions for trees and public storm sewers accepted by the village. View in Barrington’s full code →
Barrington § 7.1.2 Streets & Public Property Section Fees for permit This section establishes a nonrefundable application fee for licenses and permits related to obstructions, encroachments, openings, excavations, and construction activities on public ways in Barrington. The fee amount is specified elsewhere in section 1-14-1 of the Code. View in Barrington’s full code →
Barrington § 7.1.3 Streets & Public Property Section Building numbering This section requires owners and occupants of principal buildings to display legible building numbers visible from the street. It also mandates the village manager to maintain a public chart of street numbers for inspection. View in Barrington’s full code →
Barrington § 7.1.4 Streets & Public Property Section Openings or other alterations in public ways This section requires a permit from the village manager for any opening or alteration in public ways. It also mandates that lawfully maintained openings must be secured with an approved cover or railing for safety. View in Barrington’s full code →
Barrington § 7.1.5 Streets & Public Property Section Parking regularly; license requirements This section outlines the requirements and conditions for obtaining a license to use portions of public ways for parking purposes in Barrington. It details license terms, fees, location approval, necessary street improvements, and maintenance responsibilities. View in Barrington’s full code →
Barrington § 7.1.6 Streets & Public Property Section Use of public ways This section regulates the use of public ways in Barrington by prohibiting the sale or display of merchandise without authorization and requiring franchise agreements or right-of-way use licenses for utility, telecommunication, and private facility installations. Driveways, driveway aprons, and culverts approved via building permits are exempt from licensure. View in Barrington’s full code →
Barrington § 7.1.7 Streets & Public Property Section Snow and ice removal This section outlines the duty of property owners and occupants in Barrington to remove snow and ice from abutting public sidewalks. It specifies different time limits for snow removal based on zoning districts (business/manufacturing vs. residential) and the depth of accumulation, and prohibits the deposit of snow in a manner that obstructs streets, sidewalks, or traffic safety. View in Barrington’s full code →
Barrington § 7.1.8 Streets & Public Property Section Deposits on public ways This ordinance prohibits depositing harmful materials on public ways, with specific regulations on temporary material deposits in streets and on sidewalks, including time limits and safety precautions. View in Barrington’s full code →
Barrington § 7.1.9 Streets & Public Property Section Obstructions and encroachments This section prohibits obstructions and encroachments on public ways in Barrington, with specific rules for sidewalks, state highways, drains, ditches, swales, invisible fences, and lawn sprinkling systems. Exceptions may be granted by corporate authorities or the village manager. View in Barrington’s full code →