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Yorkville · 3.3.20

Prohibited and permitted happy hours

Summary

This section defines terms related to alcoholic beverage service packages and prohibits certain types of discounted alcoholic liquor sales, such as buy-one-get-one-free or unlimited drinks for a fixed price, with exceptions for private functions.

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where attendees are served both food and alcohol for a fixed price in a dedicated event space. B. All retail licensees shall maintain a schedule of the prices charged for all drinks of alcoholic liquor to be served and consumed on the licensed premises or in any room or part thereof. Whenever a hotel or multiuse establishment which holds a valid retailer's license operates on its premises more than one (1) establishment at which drinks of alcoholic liquor...manner; c. The drink of alcoholic liquor is not discounted between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and the licensed premises' closing hour; and d. Notice of the discount of the drink of alcoholic liquor during a specified time is posted on the licensed premises or on the licensee's publicly available website at least seven (7) days prior to the specified time
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Villa Park · 3.416

Prohibited and permitted happy hours

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This section of Villa Park's ordinance defines terms related to special event packages and prohibits the sale of unlimited alcoholic drinks for a fixed price, with exceptions for defined 'party packages'. It also requires licensees to maintain price schedules for all alcoholic beverages.

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where attendees are served both food and alcohol for a fixed price in a dedicated event space. (b) All retail licensees shall maintain a schedule of the prices charged for all drinks of alcoholic liquor to be served and consumed on the licensed premises or in any room or part thereof. Whenever a hotel or multi-use establishment which holds a valid retailer's license operates on its premises more than one (1) establishment at which drinks of alcoholic liquor...manner; c. The drink of alcoholic liquor is not discounted between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and the licensed premises' closing hour; and d. Notice of the discount of the drink of alcoholic liquor during a specified time is posted on the licensed premises or on the licensee's publicly available website at least seven (7) days prior to the specified time. (e) A violation of this section shall be grounds for suspension or revocation of the retailer
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Chicago Ridge · 6.67

BASSET training

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This section requires all individuals involved in the sale, offer for sale, or serving of alcoholic liquor, as well as employees checking identification at entrances, to hold a BASSET certification. This certification must be obtained from an entity licensed by the Illinois Liquor Control Commission.

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liquor license holder shall at all times cause the sale, offer for sale, and/or serving of alcoholic liquor to be performed exclusively by persons who have received a beverage alcohol sellers and servers education and training (BASSET) certification from an entity that has obtained a BASSET license from the Illinois Liquor Control Commission in accordance with the Illinois Liquor Control Act, as amended from time to time. In addition to having all bartenders and waitstaff that sell or serve alcoholic...liquor to be BASSET certified, every employee posted at any entrance to the licensed premises to check identification of admittees shall also be BASSET certified
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Willow Springs · 4.3.31

Basset Training

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This Willow Springs ordinance requires all liquor license holders to ensure that any person selling, offering for sale, or serving alcoholic liquor, as well as employees checking identification at entrances, possess a BASSET certification from a licensed entity.

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liquor license holder shall at all times cause the sale, offer for sale, and/or serving of alcoholic liquor to be performed exclusively by persons who have received a beverage alcohol sellers and servers education and training (BASSET) certification from an entity that has obtained a BASSET license from the Illinois Liquor Control Commission in accordance with the Illinois Liquor Control Act, as amended from time to time. In addition to having all bartenders and waitstaff that sell or serve alcoholic...liquor to be BASSET certified, every employee posted at any entrance to the licensed premises to check identification of admittees shall also be BASSET certified
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Harwood Heights · 4.12.025

Insurance required

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This section mandates that liquor license applicants and licensees in Harwood Heights must provide proof of dramshop (liquor liability) insurance. This insurance must name the Village as an additional insured and meet specific minimum coverage amounts tied to state law.

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Evidence of Dramshop Insurance Naming Village as Additional Insured. 1. At the time set forth herein for the renewal of a liquor license, or, in the case of a successful new applicant, prior to the issuance of a liquor license, the licensee or applicant shall furnish a valid certificate of insurance to the local liquor control commissioner evidencing that the applicant is covered by a policy of liquor liability (dramshop) insurance for the operation of the premises described in such...minimum amount equal to four (4) times the aggregated amount of the liabil-ity limits for bodily injury, property damage and means of support established for the year of license issuance by the Illinois Office of the Comptroller pursuant to Section 6-21(a) of the Liquor Control Act of 1934 (235 ILCS 5/6-21(a)), per occurrence. 2. The certificate of insurance shall indicate that the term of the insurance is coextensive with and of sufficient length to encompass
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Wood Dale · 5.305

Number Of Licenses

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This section establishes the maximum number of local alcoholic liquor licenses that can be issued in Wood Dale, with specific limits for most classes and 'no limit' dependent on the Liquor Control Commissioner for certain classes.

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maximum number of local alcoholic liquor licenses issued shall be: Class A 9 Class A-R 2 Class B 0 Class CA 1 Class CE No limit - dependent upon liquor control commissioner Class E 1 Class G 2 Class GS 7 Class H 2 Class M 0 Class M-R 0 Class N 2 Class O 10 per year maximum Class P 8 Class R 5 Class RVG 2 Class T No limit - dependent upon Liquor Control Commissioner Class
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Bolingbrook · 6.42

Renewal of license

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This section outlines the requirements and procedures for renewing a retail liquor dealer license in Bolingbrook. It details renewal application deadlines, fee payments, and conditions related to state and village tax compliance, as well as adherence to building and fire codes.

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department of revenue stating that all delinquent returns on amounts owed have been paid by guaranteed remittance or the payment agreement to pay all amounts owed has been accepted by the department. (f) No retailer's license issued by the local liquor control commissioner shall be renewed unless the applicant provides documentation that any tax, outstanding fee, or fine owed to the village by the applicant has been satisfied by payment in the form of a cashier's check, certified...check, money order or cash. (g) The local liquor control commissioner shall not renew a license unless all the foregoing conditions have been satisfied by the applicant. (Code
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Dolton · 111.007

Number Of Licenses Issued

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This section establishes the maximum number of licenses that can be issued for various classes of liquor licenses, with specific provisions for surviving family members of Class A licensees. It also outlines rules regarding service bars and the designation of areas for on-premises consumption for Class C licenses.

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within 60 days of the death of said licensee, and may renew said license from year to year so long as said license shall not at any time be revoked or permitted to lapse. (B)   The holder of a liquor license authorizing retail sales for consumption on the premises shall be allowed one service bar for each license held. However, additional service bars may be placed on the same premises; providing that, the licensee has made application for such additional...this code of ordinances. (Prior Code, § 3-3-7) (C)   The holder of a Class C license may designate a limited area of the licensed premises for the sale at retail and consumption of alcoholic liquor on the licensed premises. Any Class C licensee seeking to avail itself of designated area sale of alcohol for consumption on the premises shall make application to the village. There shall be an additional annual license fee of $500 over and above the then
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Lakemoor · 9.20

Closing Hours

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This section establishes closing hours for the retail sale of alcoholic liquor in Lakemoor, with specific times for weekdays, weekends, and holidays. It also outlines exceptions for certain license types and allows for discretionary modifications by the President and Board of Trustees.

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Class D, Class F and Class H license holders may remain open until 4:00 a.m.; provided that, they notify the Police Department in writing on or before December 29 of the preceding year; (b)   For Class F liquor license holders, the sale or offer for sale at retail of any alcoholic liquor may be permitted beginning at 10:00 a.m. on Sundays; (c)   For Class C and Class DD liquor license holders, the sale or offer for sale...business or to admit the public at any premises in or on which alcoholic liquor is sold at retail during the hours within which the sale of such liquor is prohibited; provided that, in the case of restaurants, hotels, clubs, drug stores and Class C and Class DD license holders and other license holders whose main business is other than the sale of alcohol, such establishments may be kept open, but no alcoholic liquor may be sold to or consumed
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Schiller Park · 110.34

Number Of Licenses

Summary

This section establishes the maximum number of alcoholic liquor licenses that can be issued in Schiller Park, categorized by license class. Some classes have a fixed limit, while others are uncapped or have a flexible upper limit.

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maximum number of local alcoholic liquor licenses issued shall be: Class A   17 Class AC   0 Class B   6 Class C   0 Class H   2 Class P   10 Class R   2 Class T   No limit Class W   2 Class X   No more than two at any one time ('73 Code, § 3-31) ( Ord. 85-1605, passed 12-19-85; Am. Ord. 94-1876, passed 4-12-94; Am. Ord. 94-1887, passed 7-12-94; Am. Ord. 94-1895, passed
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Hoffman Estates · 8.3.16

Sales to minors, habitual drunkards, and mental incompetents

Summary

This section prohibits the sale, delivery, or gifting of alcoholic liquor to individuals under 21, intoxicated persons, or those known to be habitual drunkards or mentally incompetent. It also outlines requirements for displaying warnings, restricts minors from certain areas of licensed premises, and includes penalties for violations.

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Hoffman Estates if you are under the age of twenty-one (21), and you purchase alcoholic liquor or misrepresent your age for the purpose of purchasing or obtaining liquor." It shall be unlawful for any holder of a liquor license, or his agent or employee, to permit any person under the age of 21 years to be or remain in any room or compartment adjoining or adjacent to or situated in the room or place where such licensed premises...parent or guardian, or to any licensed premises which derives its principal business from the sale or service of other commodities than alcoholic liquor. In addition to all other fines and penalties, the Commission may revoke the liquor dealer's license for any violation of the above paragraph. It shall be unlawful for any parent or guardian to permit any minor child of which he or she be parent or guardian to violate any provisions of this section
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Glenview · 6.19

Additional business licenses

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liquor licensees shall be required to maintain a valid business license in the Village. The fee for such license shall be established by the Village in this Code
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Winfield · 3.3.14

Conditions Of License

Summary

This section establishes the specific hours of operation for various classes of liquor licenses in Winfield. It also prohibits the sale of alcoholic liquor on credit.

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framed and hung in plain view in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises. D.   Age Requirement: Only persons twenty one (21) years of age or older shall be permitted to sell or "ring in" said alcoholic liquor. E.   License Class Specific Restrictions: 1. Class C And E Licenses: a.   No consumption on the premises shall be permitted. 2.   Class C2 License: a.   Such license shall be authorized only at such locations where prepackaged food is sold. b.   Such license...license shall be issued only for such locations which have not more than one-third ( 1 / 3 ) of the total square feet of the establishment allocated to the sale of alcoholic beverages. 4.   Class E2 License: a.   This use is not a traditional "liquor store", but is instead a high end specialty retailer selling beer, wine, gourmet food and related items not typically found in general merchandise/grocery stores. This license authorizes the sale of fine wine/beer related accessories such
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North Aurora · 5.08.120

License renewal

Summary

This section outlines the conditions under which an alcoholic beverage license can be renewed in North Aurora, emphasizing continued qualification and suitability of premises. It also details the required documentation for renewal, including an affidavit and, for corporate licensees, a Certificate of Good Standing.

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number of licenses to be issued with the village as more fully set forth in Section 5.08.050 of this chapter. Upon renewal, the licensee shall submit to the village liquor commissioner the "Affidavit for Annual Renewal of North Aurora Liquor License." If the license is held by a corporation, the licensee shall also submit a Certificate of Good Standing from the Illinois Secretary of State's Office certifying that the corporation is in good standing
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Westmont · 10.37

License fees

Summary

This section establishes a fee schedule for various classes of retail licenses in Westmont, including initial and annual fees. It also outlines proration rules for initial license fees based on partial months in the licensing year and specifies the due date for annual fees.

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initial license fee (prorated license fee). The proration of the annual license fee shall occur only in the year in which the licensee pays the initial license fee, and there shall be no other prorations or refunds. The liquor license fee proration schedule is incorporated in appendix C to this Code. (2) There shall be no refund or proration of the initial license fee except as set forth in subsection (b)(1) of this section. There shall be no refund...Payment of initial fee. All initial license fees required by this chapter shall be paid to the village treasurer in cash or by certified or cashier's check, at the time of issuance of the license, after approval of the local liquor commissioner, and of the village board if required pursuant to section 10-34. (e) Review and adjustment of fees. It is the intention of the village to review and, if justified, adjust license fees periodically based upon
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North Chicago · 8.13.5

LICENSE REGULATIONS

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This section outlines the conditions all liquor licenses in North Chicago are granted under, including adherence to all laws, preventing minors from being unescorted, and prohibiting specific sexual acts and solicitation on licensed premises.

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regularly employed from accepting and serving the order of a patron or customer in the regular course of her employment as such manageress or waitress; 6. The following kinds of conduct on premises in the City licensed to sell alcoholic liquor, are prohibited: a. The performance of acts, or simulated acts of sexual intercourse, masturbation, sodomy, bestiality, oral copulation, flagellation or any sexual acts; b. The actual or simulated exhibition, touching, caressing or fondling of the breasts, buttocks, pubic hair...view any portion of his or her breasts, buttocks, genitals, vulva, or anus; e. The displaying of films or pictures depicting acts, a live performance of which are prohibited by the regulations quoted above. 7. The holder of any liquor license who does not actively operate the place of business for which the license was issued for a period of in excess of thirty (30) days be considered to have abandoned said license and it shall be void. B. Penalty
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Dolton · 111.015

Minors; Sale To Certain Persons

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This section prohibits the sale, gift, or delivery of alcoholic liquor to minors (under 21), intoxicated persons, habitual drunkards, and individuals involved in recent fights on the premises. It also prohibits persons under 21 from drawing, pouring, mixing, or selling alcohol, though those 18+ may serve and deliver at dining tables in specific licensed establishments.

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licensed premises holding a retail license Class D, D/Special License and E pursuant to this chapter. It shall be unlawful for any person under the age of 21 years to draw, pour, mix or sell any alcoholic liquor to patrons of establishments licensed pursuant to this chapter. (C) Purchase for minors. No person, after purchasing or otherwise obtaining alcoholic liquor, shall give, sell or deliver such alcoholic liquor to another person under the age of 21 years. (D) Purchase...restricted product. (2) Procedures. (a) Scheduling. 1.   The compliance check manager will be responsible for creating a schedule of alcohol compliance check operations. The number of alcohol focused operations to be scheduled will be established by the count of licensed liquor establishments eligible to be checked multiplied by the number of base checks to be conducted per licensed establishment and then divided by the number of locations to be checked during a single compliance check operation. For alcohol based operations
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Matteson · 111.16

Revocation Of License

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This section allows the President of Matteson to revoke a retail liquor dealer's license if the licensee violates any part of this chapter or any state law related to the sale of alcoholic liquor.

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President may revoke any retail liquor dealer’s license for any violation of this chapter, or for any violation of any state law pertaining to the sale of alcoholic liquor. (2000 Code, § 111.14) (Ord. 596, passed
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Stickney · 6.10

Additional general conduct prohibited in licensed establishments

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This section prohibits specific sexual acts, displays of nudity, and obscene entertainment within licensed establishments. It also restricts employees from soliciting patrons for drink purchases, with exceptions for relatives.

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host, hostess, waiter, waitress or other such person employed on any contractual basis by such an establishment, or receiving any remuneration for services in such an establishment. Licensed establishment means any of those places of business which are issued liquor licenses from the liquor control commissioner of the village. Patron means any patron, customer or visitor of a licensed establishment who is not employed by such establishment. (b) Enumeration of prohibited conduct. No license, or any employee of a licensee
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Brookfield · 6.229

Renewal of license

Summary

This section outlines the annual renewal process for video gaming licenses in Brookfield. It specifies the required documentation and fees for renewal and mandates that licensees must continue to meet all state and local qualifications for licensure.

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shall expire on December 31 and are renewable annually unless sooner cancelled or terminated. No license issued under this article is transferable or assignable, except as permitted in section 6-259 of this article. (b) The liquor commissioner may only renew a license upon receipt of a copy of the current state license, the applicable renewal fee and any renewal forms provided by the liquor commissioner. (c) The liquor commissioner may only renew a license if the licensee continues
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Roselle · 3.20

Application

Summary

This section outlines the process for applying for a liquor license in Roselle. Applicants must obtain a form from the village clerk, provide required information, and verify the application by oath or affidavit, signed by the appropriate party.

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person wishing to file an application for a liquor license may obtain the application form from the village clerk in a form prescribed by the local liquor commissioner providing information as required by this chapter, as well as any and all other information deemed necessary by the local liquor commissioner, to assess the applicants qualifications for a village liquor license. The application shall be verified by oath or affidavit and shall be signed by: (i) the applicant, if the applicant
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Broadview · 3.3.2.8

Revocation Of License

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This section grants the Broadview President the authority to revoke a retail liquor dealer's license for any violation of the chapter or state laws concerning alcoholic liquor sales. The revocation process must adhere to the procedures outlined in section 3-1-11.

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President may revoke any retail liquor dealer's license for any violation of any provision of this chapter, or for any violation of any State law pertaining to the sale of alcoholic liquor. Any such revocation shall be in compliance with the procedures set out in section 3-1-11 of this title. (1987 Code
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Dolton · 91.026

Definitions

Summary

This section provides definitions for terms used within the subchapter on Clean Indoor Air in Dolton. It defines terms such as ARCADE, BAR/TAVERN, BUSINESS, EMPLOYEE, EMPLOYER, and ENCLOSED AREA.

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unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning. ARCADE. A public place of amusement, as defined in Title XI of this code of ordinances, which contains four or more automatic amusement devises and is not licensed to serve alcoholic liquor. BAR/TAVERN. An establishment that is subject to a license for the sale of alcoholic liquor for consumption on the premises and that derives 65% or more of its gross proceeds from the sale of alcoholic liquor. Each BAR/TAVERN...term is defined in § 120.40 of this code of ordinances and that derives less than 65% of its gross proceeds from the sale of alcoholic liquor. The term RESTAURANT shall include, if applicable, a restaurant bar area. Each RESTAURANT shall provide such documentation as may be requested by the Department of Business Affairs and Licensing and Revenue to enable those departments to determine whether the establishment meets the percentage requirements of this definition. RESTAURANT BAR AREA. An area
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Peotone · 112.48

Conduct On Premises

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This section outlines a licensee's duties, including preventing intoxicated, disorderly, or dangerous persons from entering or remaining on the premises, prohibiting specific types of dancing, and preventing violations of law and nudity in public view.

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must be established by the presentation of clear and convincing evidence. Any person violating this section shall be fined not less than $250. (b)   A summary of subsection (a) above shall be prominently displayed in all premises holding a liquor license. The notice shall further state that any person in a licensed premises observing a fight shall immediately notify the Village Police Department. A sign stating the regulations being the subject of this section shall be available from the Village...licensed premises or failure to file a report as required in subsection (d) herein with the Liquor Control Commissioner shall subject the licensee to a mandatory fine of $500 or a possible suspension or revocation of the village liquor license. For purposes of this section the word "immediate" shall refer to such time as one party threatens another or actually commences fighting with another. (f)   The provisions of this section shall not generally apply in circumstances where alcohol is used
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Westmont · 10.88

Noise restrictions

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This section establishes noise restrictions for licensed establishments in Westmont, limiting noise levels to 70 decibels measured from 70 feet away from the property line. It also outlines the procedures for measuring decibel levels and specifies who has the authority to do so.

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licensed establishments shall comply with the noise restrictions set forth in this section, and shall comply with any additional noise restrictions imposed by the local liquor commissioner as part of an initial or renewed liquor license or as part of an approval for live entertainment or special events. (b) Noise originating from a licensed premises, whether caused by live entertainment, recorded audio amplification, patrons, or otherwise, shall not exceed 70 decibels measured from at least 70 feet in any direction...from a property line of the licensed establishment. (c) The local liquor commissioner or his/her designee or a village police officer have authority to measure the decibel levels originating from a licensed premises. The person measuring the decibel levels shall utilize the following procedures: 1. Decibel levels shall be measured using a Class 1 decibel meter, in proper working order, which measures decibel levels to within 1.5 decibels, and which is calibrated before each use. The person must be first
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