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Park Ridge · 6.2.1

GENERAL PROVISIONS

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This section outlines the title, purpose, and initial definitions of the Park Ridge Subdivision Regulations. Its primary purpose is to control and regulate land division and development to promote public health, safety, and general welfare.

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City. City Engineer. The duly designated City Engineer of the City of Park Ridge, Illinois. City Forester. The duly designated City Forester of the City of Park Ridge, Illinois. Community Preservation and Development Director. The duly designated Community Preservation and Development Director of the City of Park Ridge, Illinois, or the Director's designee; or, in the absence of the Director, the designee of the City Manager. This is also the individual authorized to review and approve Administrative Subdivisions. Comprehensive...responsibility for maintenance or operation, or which may affect an improvement for which City responsibility is established. This shall include, but is not necessarily limited to, storm drainage, sanitary sewerage and water supply facilities, streets, curbs, gutters, sidewalks, parkways, trees, street lights, street signs and other accessory works and appurtenances. Public Utilities. Publicly owned facilities including, but not necessarily limited to, water transmission lines, sanitary sewers and storm sewers, and such privately owned facilities as electric, telephone, cable

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Lake Villa · 10.2.2

Definitions And Abbreviations

Summary

This section provides definitions for various terms and abbreviations used throughout the Lake Villa municipal ordinance, including zoning-related terms, stormwater management concepts, and definitions for adult care and cannabis uses.

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impairment that substantially limits one or more of a person's major life activities, impairs their ability to live independently, or a record of having such impairment. DIAMETER AT BREAST HEIGHT (dbh): A measurement of the size of a tree equal to the diameter of its trunk measured four and one- half feet (4 1 / 2 ') above natural grade. DIRECT DISCHARGE: Discharges of stormwater which have not passed through a detention or retention facility designed to the specification of this...DRAINAGE: The removal of surface water or groundwater from land by drains, grading, or other means. Drainage includes the control of runoff to minimize erosion and sedimentation during and after development and includes the means necessary for water supply preservation or prevention or alleviation of flooding. DRAINAGE AREA: The area contributing runoff water to a watercourse, drainage system or detention basin. Also, commonly referred to as a watershed. DRAINAGE BASIN: Subwatershed as indicated in the Lake County comprehensive stormwater management

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Homer Glen · 220.303

Definitions

Summary

This section of the Homer Glen municipal ordinance, filed under zoning, provides definitions for various terms used in the zoning code. It outlines the meanings of words such as 'Abutting', 'Accessory Building, Structure or Use', 'Adjacent', 'Adult Use', and 'Adult Use, Specified Anatomical Areas'.

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stations, treatment plants, reservoirs, storage tanks, and appurtenances, collectively or severally, actually used or intended for use for the purpose of furnishing water for drinking or general domestic use. CLEARING — Any activity which removes vegetative ground cover, shrubs or trees. CLINIC — A building containing an individual practitioner or an association or group of physicians, dentists, clinical psychologists or similar professional health-care practitioners including assistants and staff. The clinic may include an apothecary, dental and medical laboratories, and/or...with the Village, state and federal ordinances. CLUSTER DEVELOPMENT — An alternative development technique for single-family homes where individual lot size and other bulk requirements are reduced in direct ratio to areas set aside within the development for the preservation of water, environmentally sensitive areas, other natural features and common open space. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN — The adopted land use plan and all parts thereof adopted by the Village Board. CONFORMING BUILDING OR STRUCTURE — Any building or structure which complies with

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Hawthorn Woods · 2.2.6

Certificates Of Approval

Summary

This section of the Hawthorn Woods ordinance provides definitions for terms related to building and architectural elements. It outlines what is considered an 'Appearance', 'Appurtenances', 'Architectural Character', 'Architectural Concept', and other related terms.

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size of parts to one another and to the human figure. SCREENING: Structure of planting which conceals from view from public ways the areas behind such structure or planting. SHRUB: A multistemmed woody plant other than a tree. SITE BREAK: A structural or landscape device to interrupt long vistas and create visual interest in a site development. STREET HARDWARE: Objects other than buildings, structures and plantings located in streets and public ways and outside of buildings. Examples are: lampposts, utility...electrical services to a building or project. B. Purpose: The purpose of the certificate of approval is to foster the aesthetic growth of the village, and protect against deterioration of its visual character, harmony and beauty, in order to preserve and enhance the property values, tax base and public health, safety and welfare of the village. The certificate of approval process is not intended to restrict imagination, innovation or variety, but rather to focus on design principles which will preserve

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Manhattan · 5.2.5

Final Site Plan Approval For Commercial And Industrial Lots

Summary

This section establishes procedures and standards for the review and approval of site plans for various nonresidential and multi-unit residential developments. It aims to ensure compliance with regulations and compatibility with the surrounding environment and public services.

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twenty five feet (25') beyond the property lines of the site. (5) Building setback lines. (6) Location and extent of any water bodies, wetlands, streams and floodplains on or adjacent to the site. (7) Location and size of existing trees. (8) Location of other notable natural features. (9) Location and dimension of any existing easements. (10) Copies of any applicable covenants or deed restrictions. (11) Location, size, and ground floor elevation of all existing buildings on the site...immediate area. The proposed improvements will be coordinated with improvements serving the site and other properties in the area. The site plan shall meet the intent of this title and the intent of the village zoning ordinance. 4. Preservation Of Natural Features: The site plan shall demonstrate judicious effort to preserve the integrity of the land, natural topography, drainage, wetlands, watercourses, floodplains, and existing vegetation. 5. Public Services And Utilities: The site plans shall be served adequately with sanitary sewer

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Highland Park · 170.122

Demolition of Dwellings

Summary

This section prohibits the demolition of residential buildings in specified zoning districts without first complying with historic preservation requirements. It aims to inform stakeholders about preservation options, document significant properties before demolition, and raise public awareness of historic resources.

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determination that demolition of the structure is necessary to eliminate or prevent a threat to public safety. If the Building Official makes that determination on a significant demolition application, the application shall not be submitted to the Historic Preservation Commission as otherwise required by this Section and the provisions of all other provisions of this Section shall not apply. (G) Other Building Permits During Review of Significant Demolition Application. Once a significant demolition application has been filed with the City...minimum, require the backfill of all excavations on the subject property, the removal of all concrete and asphalt pavement and all garbage, debris, and litter from the subject property, the trimming and mowing to a neat condition of all trees, bushes, and grass on the subject property, the spread of black topsoil over the entire subject property at a minimum depth of four inches, and the sodding or seeding of the topsoil; and (iv) The City shall have the right

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Wood Dale · 17.103

Rules And Definitions

Summary

This section establishes rules for interpreting the zoning chapter of the Wood Dale municipal ordinance, including general construction rules and specific definitions for common zoning terms. It aims to ensure consistent application and understanding of the ordinance.

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horizontal distance between said edge of street curb and said street lot line; on alley, grade shall be that elevation which is commonly termed “alley grade at the property line”. GREENHOUSE: Land or structures used to raise flowers, shrubs, trees and other plant material for sale at retail or wholesale. GROCERY / FOOD STORE: An establishment where the principal use is the retail sale of food, including meats, produce, bakery and dry goods, and may include accessory preparation of food...service conducted as an accessory use. MOTOR VEHICLE SERVICES: Uses involved in the maintenance, repair, servicing and/or painting of automobiles or motor vehicles. MUSEUM OR CULTURAL FACILITY: Special purpose art, entertainment or recreational establishments building, structure or site that preserves or exhibits, objects, sites and other items of historic, cultural or educational value. NURSERY SCHOOL: See DAYCARE CENTER. NURSING HOME: See SKILLED CARE FACILITY. OCCUPANCY: The actual use of land, building and/or structure, or a portion thereof. OCCUPANCY, NON-RESIDENTIAL

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McHenry · 11.3.1

Definitions

Summary

This section defines key terms used throughout Title 5 of the McHenry Municipal Code. It also establishes general rules of interpretation for the title, including grammatical rules and how undefined terms should be interpreted.

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BUSINESS PARK: A special or exclusive type of planned business area designed and equipped to accommodate a community of manufacturing, showroom, warehousing, research or similar industrial uses, together with substantial office development related thereto. CALIPER: The diameter of a tree trunk six inches (6") above the existing grade or proposed planted grade and in conformance with provisions of the Code of Standards or latest version published by the American Association of Nurserymen, Inc. CANOPY: A rooflike structure that projects permanently...group, as within two feet (2') of each other. CLUSTER DEVELOPMENT: A development design technique that concentrates buildings in specific areas on a site to allow the remaining land to be used for recreation, common open space and the preservation of environmentally sensitive areas (diagram in chapter 20, “Appendices”, of this title). COMMERCIAL VEHICLE: See definition of VEHICLE, COMMERCIAL. COMMON OPEN SPACE: See definition of OPEN SPACE, COMMON. COMMUNITY RESIDENCE: A group residence consisting of a group home or specialized

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Glen Ellyn · 10.2.2

Terms defined

Summary

This section provides definitions for various terms used throughout Title 1 of the Glen Ellyn municipal ordinance. It defines terms related to land use, structures, and services, such as accessory use, acre, addition, adult daycare center, alley, alteration, and animal daycare.

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place or building that provides massage, exercise, and related activities with or without such equipment. HISTORICAL FACILITY: A facility devoted primarily to historic preservation, education, and the administration of activities or events related to those purposes including displaying, preserving, and exhibiting objects of historic, architectural, or archaeological interest. HOME OCCUPATION: Any occupation, business or commercial enterprise conducted within the home. HOSPITAL: A place used for the care, diagnosis and treatment of sick, ailing, infirm or injured persons, and those...land (including use of a zoning lot) which does not conform to the zoning regulations of the district in which it is situated. NURSERY: Land, building, structure or combination thereof for the storage, cultivation, transplanting of live trees, shrubs or plants offered for retail sale on the premises including products used for gardening or landscaping. NURSING HOME: A place or residence for the aged or infirm in which three or more persons not of the immediate family are received, kept

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Lemont · Chapter 17

02. - Definitions

Summary

This section provides definitions for various terms used within the Lemont municipal ordinances. It defines accessory buildings and structures, additions, adult use establishments, and specifically details what constitutes an adult bookstore.

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cabanas, patios, pergolas, service walks, and decks. ACCESSORY STRUCTURE. See ACCESSORY BUILDING." Also see distinction between "BUILDING" and "STRUCTURE." ADDITION. Any act or process which changes one or more of the exterior architectural features of a structure designated for preservation by adding to, joining with, or increasing the size or capacity of the structure. ADULT USE. The term adult use means adult bookstores, adult motion picture theaters, adult mini motion picture theaters, adult entertainment cabarets, or similar establishments...offered for sale. Its use is generally seasonal. See also "ROADSIDE MARKET." FENCE. An enclosure or barrier, such as wooden posts, wire or masonry, used as a boundary, for screening, privacy, confinement, or decoration, but not including hedges, shrubs, trees, or other vegetation. FILL. Any act by which earth, sand, gravel, rock or any other material is deposited, placed, replaced, pushed, dumped, pulled, transported or moved by man to a new location and conditions resulting form such actions. FLEA MARKET/FARMER

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Manhattan · 4.16.5

Approval Criteria And Standards

Summary

This section outlines the criteria and standards that village staff, the plan commission, and the village board will use to review site plan applications. It covers aspects like site configuration, building design, impact on surrounding uses, preservation of natural features, public services, and signage.

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site and other properties in the area. The site plan shall meet the intent of this chapter and the intent of the village zoning ordinance. 4. Preservation Of Natural Features: The site plan shall demonstrate judicious effort to preserve the integrity of the land, natural topography, drainage, wetlands, watercourses, floodplains, and existing vegetation. 5. Public Services And Utilities: The site plans shall be served adequately with sanitary sewer, public water, and storm sewer and such utilities shall be provided...accordance with the following requirements: a. Landscaping and screening shall be provided along property lines between nonresidential uses and residential uses. b. All yards and open spaces surrounding buildings, parking lots, access drives and streets shall be landscaped with trees and shrubs, and shall be maintained by the property owner. c. Trees in front yards shall be planted at a ratio of at least one 2 1 / 2 -inch caliper shade tree (as measured 12 inches above grade) for every

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Monee · 11.6.10

Semi-Trucks And Trailers; Solar Farms

Summary

This section outlines regulations for the storage of semi-trucks and trailers, requiring established setbacks, solid fencing, landscaped berms, and paved yards. It also establishes height and setback requirements for commercial solar farms.

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Maintenance of any creeks and waterways that cross or adjoin the subject property (creek cutting is strictly prohibited) and (2) a plan for the relocation or replacement (on the subject property or elsewhere in the Village) of any trees that will be cleared from the subject property in connection with the solar energy system. 12. Monitoring and Maintenance: a. The owner and/or operator of the solar energy system shall be jointly and severally responsible and liable for maintaining the system...Notice of Criteria Tool. (10) The results of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service’s Information for Planning and Consulting environmental review or a comparable tool. (11) Evidence of consultation with the Illinois State Historic Preservation Office to Assess potential impacts if any sate-registered historic sites under the Illinois State Agency Historic Resources Preservation Act are present on-site or in the vicinity (if applicable). (12) Proof of compliance with noise regulations of the Illinois Pollution Control Board

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Riverwoods · 9.2.3

Definitions

Summary

This section provides rules of construction for interpreting the language within the Riverwoods zoning title and defines specific terms related to land measurement, land use, and vehicle-related businesses.

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acre of ground (exclusive of road) adjacent to a country club. CULTURAL CENTER: A nonresidential, social and cultural center operated by a private, not for profit organization dedicated to serving the membership of such organization in order to preserve the cultural heritage of the members by sponsoring social, cultural and educational events, performances and programs, including holiday celebrations and community meals, church services, music, dance, dramatic, or other performances, and maintaining a library, museum or gallery operated primarily...testing and analyzing. Manufacturing of product or products is not to be permitted within this definition. LANDSCAPE WASTE COMPOSTING FACILITY: An establishment licensed by a governmental authority to engage in the composting of grass clippings, shrubbery cuttings, leaves, tree limbs and other materials accumulated as the result of the care of lawns, shrubbery, vines and trees. Property on which the principal use is residential and on which the landscape waste is accumulated exclusively on site and then composted shall

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Frankfort · 158.02

Definitions

Summary

This section defines key terms used throughout the chapter, focusing on stormwater management practices and landscape elements. It provides specific meanings for terms like 'Best Management Practice' (BMP), 'Berm', 'Buffer', 'Caliper', and 'Damage'.

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purposes of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning. BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICE (BMP). (1) A design or practice employed with the primary objective to minimize adverse water quality impacts, preserve beneficial features on-site, avoid downstream erosion and habitat loss, maintain natural base flows and groundwater recharge, prevent increases to downstream flooding, provide multiple uses of drainage and storm water drainage facilities, and/or provide for the economical, safe and aesthetically...decrease noise. BUFFER. A combination of physical space and vertical elements, such as plants, berms, fences, or walls, the purpose of which is to separate and screen incompatible land uses from each other. CALIPER. A circumferential measurement of a tree's trunk recorded six inches above grade for those trees having a caliper of four inches or less, and 12 inches above grade for those trees with a caliper of above four inches. DAMAGE. Any injury to or destruction

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Minooka · 4.13.5

Approval Criteria And Standards

Summary

This section outlines the criteria and standards that village staff use to review site plan applications. It ensures proposed developments align with existing regulations, design compatibility, and the preservation of natural features, while also considering the adequacy of public services.

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other properties in the area. The site plan shall meet the intent of this chapter and the intent of the village of Minooka zoning ordinance. 4. Preservation Of Natural Features: The site plan shall demonstrate judicious effort to preserve the integrity of the land, natural topography, drainage, wetlands, watercourses, flood plains, and existing vegetation. 5. Public Services And Utilities: The site plans shall be served adequately with sanitary sewer, public water, and storm sewer and such utilities shall be provided...uses and residential uses, with a minimum of seventy five percent (75%) opacity six feet (6') above grade. b. All yards and open spaces surrounding buildings, parking lots, stormwater detention areas, access drives and streets shall be landscaped with trees and shrubs, and shall be maintained by the property owner. (Ord. 2002-03, 2-26-2002) c. Trees in front yards shall be planted at a ratio of at least one (1) 2 1/ 2-inch caliper shade tree

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Mundelein · 20.48.040

Generic use standards

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This section outlines general use standards for all uses in Mundelein, requiring compliance with various chapters of the village code. It also details specific requirements for adult-use cannabis craft growers, including state law compliance, sales limitations, and location restrictions relative to schools and parks.

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potential impacts from the proposed facility on natural resources. vi. Notice of the proposed wind farm shall mail notice to Lake County Forest Preserve District Illinois Nature Preserves Commission, when Lake County Forest Preserve District lands and Illinois Nature Preserves or Illinois Natural Areas Inventory sites are within one and one-half miles of proposed wind farm. l. Complaint Hotline. i. The applicant shall establish a telephone number hotline and e-mail address for the general public to call contact...required to enhance compatibility with adjacent land uses. A fence six feet in height must be erected around the wireless telecommunications tower and/or facility. Landscape shall be installed outside the fencing in accordance with the following: a. One shade tree shall be provided for every twenty-five feet of fence length, not including gates or other fence openings. b. One shrub for every five feet of fence length, not including gates or other fence openings. c. Landscape may be flexible

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Oak Brook · 13.2.2

Definitions

Summary

This section provides definitions for various terms used throughout Title [Title Number] of the Oak Brook municipal ordinance. It clarifies the meaning of words such as ABUTTING, ACCESSORY, ACCESSORY LIVING UNIT, ADJACENT, ADJOINING, AGRICULTURE, AIRPORT, ALLEY, and ALTERATION.

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required open area on a lot measured from the principal structure to the lot lines or right of way, whichever is closer, within which no building or structure is permitted, except as specifically authorized pursuant to an approved preservation plan. PRINCIPAL CORNERS: Not more than five (5) corners of a structure, two (2) of which are the corners having the lowest and next lowest elevations of all corners in the structure at the point where they intersect natural ground level...sign or poster concerning candidates for office, public issues or similar matters. Such signs shall not exceed six (6) square feet in size, shall not be illuminated in any manner, shall not be affixed to any public utility, pole, tree or natural object, nor be located within a public right of way, nor create a safety or sight distance problem. SMOKE: The visible discharge from a chimney, stack vent, exhaust or combustion process which is made up of particulate matter

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Hoffman Estates · 10.6.5

Additional documents

Summary

This section outlines the requirement for submitting preliminary and final engineering and landscape plans for development projects. These plans must adhere to specific articles and manuals, detailing grading, utilities, drainage, storm water management, building elevations, and landscaping elements.

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preliminary plan, the final landscape plan shall include the following information: a. Species of all proposed plantings and a proposed material schedule (in tabular form), listing: botanical name; common name; size; and quantity. Shade, evergreen, and ornamental tree dimensions shall be scaled to reflect sizes five years after planting in lieu of size at full maturity. b. A cost estimate for landscape materials under separate cover or on the landscape plan. c. Proposed treatment of all ground surfaces; i.e., stone...Statement requirements for a Traffic Study. The Department of Development Services may waive the requirement for a Traffic Study where submission of such a study is not warranted due to the nature and/or scale of the application. G. Stream Preservation Plan. Where development is proposed adjacent to streams or other waterways, a Stream Preservation Plan shall be submitted in accordance with requirements as established in the Department of Development Services Stream Preservation Plan Requirements. H. Miscellaneous Documents. 1. Wetlands. Applications

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Romeoville · 157.003

Definitions

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This section provides definitions for terms used within the chapter, covering concepts such as abandonment, abutting properties, accessory uses, acreage, adult day care, adult entertainment facilities, and agricultural uses.

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undergrowth with the intention of preparing real property for non-agricultural development purposes. This definition shall not include the selective removal of non-native tree and shrub species when the soil is left relatively undisturbed, removal of dead trees or normal mowing operations. CLINIC or MEDICAL HEALTH CENTER. An establishment where patients are admitted for special study and treatment by two or more licensed physicians or dentists and their professional associates, practicing medicine together. Also, it specifically shall...customarily carried on as a business. CLUSTER DEVELOPMENT. (See Figure 5.) A development design technique that concentrates buildings in specific areas on a site to allow the remaining land to be used for recreation, common open space and preservation of environmentally sensitive areas. COCKTAIL LOUNGE. See BAR and NIGHTCLUB . COMMERCIAL MESSAGE. Any sign wording, logo or other representation that, directly or indirectly, names, advertises or calls attention to a business, product, service or other commercial activity. COMMERCIAL USE. An occupation

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Palatine · 2.01

Definitions

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This section provides definitions for terms used in the Palatine municipal ordinance. It outlines how to interpret undefined words, general rules for interpreting terms, and specific definitions for terms like 'Accessory Structure' and 'Administrator'.

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banks. Channel modification includes damming, rip-rapping (or other armoring), widening, deepening, straightening, relocating, lining and significant removal of native vegetation from the bed or banks. Channel modification does not include the clearing of dead or dying trees or other vegetation, debris, trash and obstructions from the channel. Channelization is a severe form of channel modification involving a significant change in the channel cross-section and typically involving relocation of the existing channel (e.g. straightening). Collector street. See Street. Compensatory...Secretary of the Interior as contributing to the historic district or district preliminarily determined by the Secretary to qualify as a registered historic district; ..... (c) Individually listed on the state inventory of historic places by the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency; ..... (d) Individually listed on a local inventory of historic places that has been certified by the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency. ..... Homeowner's association or condominium association. An organization or association established pursuant to an agreement or declaration of restrictions consisting

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Barrington Hills · 6.3.3

Specific Requirements And Procedures

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This section outlines the purpose and application requirements for a sketch plan, which is an early-stage evaluation tool for proposed subdivisions. It details the necessary information regarding property identification, ownership, and existing legal rights of way or easements.

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species of commonly known trees; state whether any trees on site have a trunk diameter at five feet (5') above ground level of twelve inches (12") or greater and, if so, the estimated number and approximate location of such trees; and describe generally the distribution, by type and location, of the vegetation on the site. (3) An aerial photograph of the site shall be submitted by the applicant. (Ord. 02-6, 6-24-2002) f. Preliminary Subdivision Proposals: Preliminary subdivision...Numbers of lots proposed in subdivision. (4) Gross lot area, net lot area and zoning lot area for each proposed lot, plus minimum, average and maximum gross lot area for the subdivision as a whole. (5) Areas to be preserved as public or private open space. (6) Number and area of parcels of land intended to be dedicated, conveyed or reserved for public use, and the conditions proposed for such disposal

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Park Forest · XI-3

Definitions

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This section provides definitions for terms used within Article XI of the Park Forest UDO, specifically related to the environment and stormwater management. It clarifies the meanings of various acronyms and terms, including those related to engineering practices and administrative violations.

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treatment and flow control system. They are primarily designed to meet volume control regulations, but they may also include additional volumes that help meet a development site's detention requirements. The bioretention facilities contain a variety of shrubs, small trees, and/or other plants appropriate for seasonally moist and dry soil conditions. The concentration of salts within the expected tributary storm runoff must be considered in the selection of vegetative species planted in the facility. Bounce: The difference between the normal...Interior as contributing to the historic district or a district preliminarily determined by the Secretary to qualify as a registered historic district; or C. Individually listed on the State Inventory of Historic Places by the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency; or D. Individually listed on a local inventory of historic places that has been certified by the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency. Hydraulics: The science and study of the mechanical behavior of water in physical systems and processes. Hydraulic Characteristics: The features

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Oak Park · 7.1.2

Amendments

Summary

This section amends the 2021 International Building Code adopted by Oak Park, specifying which appendices are adopted and referencing other International Codes for gas, mechanical, and plumbing provisions.

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building, structure or improvement located within a designated historic district, listed in the National Register of Historic Places or determined to be eligible to be listed in the National Register of Historic Places by the State Historic Preservation Officer. Permits shall not be required for the following: Building: 1. One-story detached accessory structures used as tool and storage sheds, playhouses and similar uses provided the floor area does not exceed 120 is less than 70 square feet...filled to the highest level that water can reach before it spills out, and are installed entirely above ground. 25. Non-fixed and movable non-electrified fixtures, cases, racks, counters and office partitions. 26. Installation, maintenance and removal of trees, shrubbery or landscape plantings on private property. Electrical: 1. Repairs and maintenance: Minor repair work, including the replacement of lamps or the connection of approved portable electrical equipment to approved permanently installed receptacles. 2. Radio and television transmitting stations

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Oak Park · 7.1.2

Amendments

Summary

This section amends the 2021 International Building Code adopted by Oak Park, specifying which appendices are adopted and referencing other International Codes for gas, mechanical, and plumbing provisions.

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building, structure or improvement located within a designated historic district, listed in the National Register of Historic Places or determined to be eligible to be listed in the National Register of Historic Places by the State Historic Preservation Officer. Permits shall not be required for the following: Building: 1. One-story detached accessory structures used as tool and storage sheds, playhouses and similar uses provided the floor area does not exceed 120 is less than 70 square feet...filled to the highest level that water can reach before it spills out, and are installed entirely above ground. 25. Non-fixed and movable non-electrified fixtures, cases, racks, counters and office partitions. 26. Installation, maintenance and removal of trees, shrubbery or landscape plantings on private property. Electrical: 1. Repairs and maintenance: Minor repair work, including the replacement of lamps or the connection of approved portable electrical equipment to approved permanently installed receptacles. 2. Radio and television transmitting stations

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Sleepy Hollow · 8.5.7

Minimum buffer yard requirements

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This section establishes minimum buffer yard requirements for the B-1 and B-2 business districts in Sleepy Hollow. It outlines a procedure for determining buffer yard types (A through E) based on adjacent land uses and road types, and references tables for specific plant units and widths.

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planting: Plant Material Type Plantings in Buffer Yards Abutting a Vacant Parcel All Other Buffer Yard Plantings Canopy trees: Single stem 1.5" caliper 3" caliper Multi-stem clump 6' tall 12' tall Coniferous trees 4' tall 6' tall Understory trees: Deciduous 4' tall 2" caliper Evergreen 3' tall 5' tall Shrubs 15" tall 24" tall D. Provision of buffer yards: Landowners developing in the B-1, B-2 or B-3 business districts shall provide the entire required buffer yard...original developer (and assigns) of a land use, or they may be subjected to deed restrictions and subsequently be freely conveyed. They may also be transferred to any consenting grantees, such as adjoining landowners, a park or forest preserve district, the village or an open space preservation or conservation group. Any such conveyance must adequately guarantee the protection of the buffer yards for the purposes of this chapter

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