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Hoffman Estates · 7.9.1

Solid waste and recycling

Summary

This section establishes that the Division of Code Enforcement supervises all matters related to solid waste collection, disposal, and recycling. It then provides definitions for various types of waste and recycling methods.

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dehumidifiers, water softeners, trash compactors, and other similar domestic and commercial large appliances. 19. Yardwaste shall mean waste material from indoor or outdoor vegetation and landscape areas of residential dwelling units, including leaves, grass, branches, plant materials and Christmas trees. 20. Yardwaste subscriber shall mean a resident who has subscribed for yardwaste collection service from the Village's contracted refuse collector. C. Residential Dwelling Units; Requirements. 1. Required Disposal of Refuse with Village Contracted Refuse Collector. All Residential Dwelling Units...refuse, yardwaste, recyclables, debris, white goods or electronic waste of any kind or fill material shall be placed on any public property, including, but not limited to, parkways, ponds, waterways, streets, sewers, sidewalks, public parks, schools, or forest preserves unless advance written permission of the owner of such property is obtained. 2) No refuse, yardwaste, recyclables, debris, white goods or electronic waste of any kind or fill material shall be placed on any private property, including, but not limited

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South Chicago Heights · Part I

- Purpose And Application

Summary

This chapter establishes regulations for the erection and maintenance of signs in South Chicago Heights, balancing free speech with public safety, efficient communication, aesthetic considerations, and property values.

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Purpose. The purpose of this chapter is to set out regulations for the erection and maintenance of signs while preserving the right of free speech and expression. 1-102: Scope. This chapter's regulations shall provide a balanced and fair legal framework for design, construction, and placement of signs that: A. Promotes the safety of persons and property by ensuring that signs do not create a hazard by: 1. Collapsing, catching fire, or otherwise decaying; 2. Confusing or distracting motorists...they are not removed; E. The village has an important and substantial interest in keeping its rights-of-way clear of obstructions and litter; F. The village has an important and substantial interest in protecting the health of its tree canopy, which contributes to the character and value of the community; and G. The uncontrolled use of off-premises outdoor advertising signs and their location, density, size, shape, motion, illumination and demand for attention can be injurious to the purposes

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Elmhurst · 3.22

Code Hearing Unit/administrative adjudication of ordinance violations

Summary

This section establishes the Elmhurst Code Hearing Unit to adjudicate violations of various city ordinances through an administrative process. It outlines the purpose of fair and efficient enforcement, defines the scope of the unit's jurisdiction by listing specific code chapters, and implies a system for fines, costs, penalties, and enforcement actions.

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defined as the adjudication of those violations of municipal ordinances contained in the following chapters of the City of Elmhurst Municipal Code now in effect or hereafter adopted: (1) Chapter 5 Streets, Alleys and Sidewalks; (2) Chapter 6 Trees and Plants; (3) Chapter 7 Water and Sewers; (4) Chapter 12 Nuisances, Noise and Dangerous Buildings; (5) Chapter 13 Animal Control; (6) Chapter 16 Garbage and Rubbish; (7) Chapter 22 Zoning; (8) Chapter 23 Subdivisions; (9) Chapter 24 Building Code...Issue subpoenas for the production of relevant documents and/or directing witnesses to appear and give relevant testimony at the hearing, upon the request of the parties or their representatives or upon the initiative of the Administrative Hearing Officer; (iv) Preserve and authenticate the record of the hearing, including all exhibits and evidence introduced at the hearing; (v) Issue a determination, based on the evidence presented at the hearing, of whether a code or ordinance violation occurred or exists. The Administrative

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Riverside · 4.3.13

Sign Controls In The B2 District

Summary

This section establishes specific sign regulations for Riverside's B2 central business district, aiming to preserve its historic and pedestrian character while protecting adjacent residential areas. It outlines placement rules, allowing limited encroachments onto public sidewalks and rights-of-way under specific conditions, and prohibits signs from covering architectural elements of buildings.

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Purpose And Intent: The purpose of creating tailored sign requirements for the B2 central business district is to recognize the district’s historic and pedestrian character and to preserve the noncommercial character of adjacent residential neighborhoods. The types and sizes permitted reflect the pedestrian character and scale of the Village’s B2 central business district and the desire to provide open views into all storefronts. (B) Application Of Section: Except as otherwise noted herein, the general provisions of this chapter...candidates seeking public political office and/or public issues contained on a ballot. 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. 6. Temporary Window Signs: (a) Area Of Temporary Window Signs: Except as otherwise provided above, one or more temporary window

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Riverside · 4.3.13

Sign Controls In The B2 District

Summary

This section establishes specific sign regulations for Riverside's B2 central business district, aiming to preserve its historic and pedestrian character while protecting adjacent residential areas. It outlines placement rules, allowing limited encroachments onto public sidewalks and rights-of-way under specific conditions, and prohibits signs from covering architectural elements of buildings.

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Purpose And Intent: The purpose of creating tailored sign requirements for the B2 central business district is to recognize the district’s historic and pedestrian character and to preserve the noncommercial character of adjacent residential neighborhoods. The types and sizes permitted reflect the pedestrian character and scale of the Village’s B2 central business district and the desire to provide open views into all storefronts. (B) Application Of Section: Except as otherwise noted herein, the general provisions of this chapter...candidates seeking public political office and/or public issues contained on a ballot. 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. 6. Temporary Window Signs: (a) Area Of Temporary Window Signs: Except as otherwise provided above, one or more temporary window

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Aurora · 49.108.7

"Dc" Downtown Core District

Summary

This section designates the Downtown Core District (DC) to preserve and enhance its pedestrian character, serving as a hub for government, culture, transportation, finance, retail, and professional offices. It permits a mix of uses including retail, service, light industry, entertainment, and recreation, with specific regulations for sidewalk activities and prohibitions on certain heavy auto traffic uses and nuisances.

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Title . The Downtown Core District shall be designated as “DC” on the zoning map. Intent and Purpose . Purpose . The downtown core district, bounded as described herein, is meant to preserve, enhance and promote the pedestrian character of the city's central business district. The downtown core is the center of government, culture, transportation, finance, specialized retail, and professional offices. The downtown core offers an accessible market and diverse spaces necessary for small scale, independent businesses. It permits office, retail...impeded by any sidewalk activity, nor shall any display obstruct the vision of pedestrians or motorists near any intersection. Such uses shall be set back at least five (5) feet from the curb, or from any street tree or furniture. Any merchandise shall be firmly secured so that it cannot be accidentally jarred loose or blown away. Operators of such activities shall be responsible for keeping the applicable public right-of-way free from any litter generated as a result

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Wauconda · 155.064

Retail business (RB) zoning district established

Summary

This section establishes the Retail Business (RB) zoning district in Wauconda, outlining its purpose to encourage pedestrian-friendly mixed-use development with community atmosphere elements. It then lists permitted uses within this district, with specific floor area limitations for certain uses and exceptions.

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Ornamental ironwork shop. (40) Pawnshop. (41) Planned unit development (PUD). (42) Plumbing supplies and fixture sales. (43) Post office. (44) Poultry and egg dealer, retail. (45) Public and private utilities, public services. (46) Public open land, refuge or preserve. (47) Reducing salon, masseur, steam bath. (48) Rental equipment, indoor displays. (49) Resort. (50) Restaurant, sit down, no drive through, with dancing or entertainment. (51) Restaurant, with drive through, no dancing, no entertainment, minimum of five vehicle stacking spaces per drive...Accessory uses and temporary uses. Uses accessory and incidental to the operation of a permitted use or approved conditional use shall be allowed in the RB district. (f) Temporary uses. (1) Carnival, circus, fairs, festivals or markets. (2) Christmas tree sales. (3) Contractor's project office and equipment sheds. (4) Real estate project sales office. (5) Seasonal sale of farm produce. (Ord. 2012-O-43, passed 8-6-2012; Ord. 2015-O-40, passed

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Pingree Grove · 11.5.8

Signs 1

Summary

This section establishes general provisions for all signs within the Village of Pingree Grove, outlining applicability and the overarching purpose of regulating signs to ensure a comprehensive, balanced system that promotes public health, safety, welfare, and community appearance while encouraging economic development.

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activity to which they pertain; (3) Expressive of the identity of individual proprietors; (4) Legible in the circumstances in which they are seen; and (5) Respectful of the reasonable rights of other property and sign owners; b. To preserve, protect and promote public health, safety and welfare; c. To improve pedestrian and traffic safety; d. To maintain and enhance community appearance; e. To augment the Village's ability to attract sources of economic development by promoting the reasonable, orderly...obstruction or hazard to pedestrians or vehicles. 4. Sign Placement In Public Areas: Except for official signs authorized by the Village of Pingree Grove or other Highway Authority, no sign shall be erected on any public right-of-way, tree, utility pole, traffic standard or other public sign standard. 5. Placement Of Signs On Lots: a. Only signs erected by the Village of Pingree Grove, Kane County or the State of Illinois shall be permitted within a public right

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Barrington · 9.11.3

Outdoor water use limitations

Summary

This section establishes limitations on outdoor potable water use in Barrington to conserve resources. It defines 'condition green' and 'condition yellow' with specific watering times and day restrictions for different address numbers, with exceptions for certain residential watering methods.

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order to promote good resource conservation practices and to preserve potable water supplies, the outside use of the village's potable water supply is limited as follows: A. Restrictions. 1. Condition "green". Condition "green" shall allow the outside use of the potable water supply provided by the village system for landscaping and lawn watering by the use of a lawn sprinkler or irrigation system between the hours of 5:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m., and between the hours...Condition "orange" shall allow the outside use of the potable water supply provided by the village system only by watering can, bucket or handheld hose equipped with a water shutoff nozzle or valve and only for the watering of trees, shrubs and flowers on alternate days between the hours of 5:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. During all other times said use is prohibited. Lots with odd numbered addresses will be permitted to use potable water on odd numbered

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Mokena · 10.2.3

Final Plat And Development Plans

Summary

This section outlines the requirements for submitting final plats and development plans after preliminary approval, including the number and format of copies required. It details the review process by the planning commission and village board, and specifies conditions for the plat's validity and recording.

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below or through the ground shown within the dotted lines on the plat marked "Public Utility and/or Drainage Easement" and the property designated on the plat for streets and alleys, together with the right to cut, trim or remove trees, bushes and roots as may be reasonably required incident to the rights herein given, and the right to enter upon subdivided property for all such purposes. Obstructions shall not be placed over grantees facilities or in, upon or over...outside boundary of the subdivision. Three- fourths inch ( 3 / 4 ") rebar shall be placed at all property corners. All U.S., state, county or other official bench marks, monuments or triangular stations in or adjacent to the property shall be preserved in precise position. j. Accurate outlines and legal descriptions of all areas to be dedicated or reserved for public use, with the purposes indicated thereon, and of any area to be reserved by deed covenant for common uses

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Waukegan · 6.178

Amendments

Summary

This section amends the International Maintenance and Housing Code for the City of Waukegan by establishing a Code Enforcement and Appeals Board. It outlines the board's powers, the process for filing appeals, and details the specific city officials who will serve as board members.

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premises and exterior property shall be maintained free from weeds or plant growth in excess of eight (8) inches. All noxious weeds shall be prohibited. Weeds shall be defined as all grasses, annual plants and vegetation, other than trees or shrubs, provided however, that this term shall not include cultivated flowers or gardens. Upon failure of the owner or agent having charge of the property to cut and destroy weeds, after service of a notice of violation, they shall...following to the end of the existing paragraph): …, free of insects and rats. The exterior of such structures shall be made weather resistant through the use of decay resistant materials or the use of lead-free paint or other preservatives. 304.3 is amended by adding the following sentence: "Following written notice of a change or assignment of a new address to a property, approved address numbers shall be replaced within fourteen days." 304.10 Stairways, decks, porches and balconies

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Calumet City · 34.64

Erosion and sediment control

Summary

This section establishes general principles and on-site control measures for erosion and sediment control for level 1 and 2 developments. It mandates retaining natural vegetation, minimizing exposed land, and installing control measures like sediment basins and filter barriers based on the size of disturbed areas.

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Areas of steep slopes, where high cut and fills may be required, should be avoided and natural contours should be followed as closely as possible. (3) Natural vegetation should be retained and protected. Clearing of natural ground cover and/or trees within a buffer area as defined in section 34-65 should be left undisturbed wherever possible. (4) The smallest practical area of land should be exposed at any one (1) time. (5) Prior to site clearing and grading, sediment basins...grades greater than eight (8) percent, use rock or rip-rap, or reduce the grade using drop structures. (d) Channel protection. (1) A vegetated buffer strip of at least twenty-five (25) feet in width shall be preserved and/or reestablished, where possible, along existing channels. (2) Land disturbance activities in stream channels and construction vehicle use of channels shall be minimized. (3) Temporary stream crossings shall be constructed, where necessary, to minimize erosion. Temporary crossings shall be constructed of nonerosive

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Pingree Grove · 5.6.3

Permitted Burning

Summary

This section outlines the conditions under which open burning is permitted in Pingree Grove, covering domestic fires, leaf burning, prairie maintenance, and approved cooking grills. It also allows the village to permit burning for governmental entities for specific purposes.

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open burning of tree limbs, twigs or nontreated wood building materials for domestic fireplaces, campfires, cooking or religious purposes shall be allowed, subject to the provisions of section 5-6-2 of this chapter. B. The open burning of leaves shall be permitted, subject to the provisions of section 5-6-2 of this chapter, between the hours of nine o'clock (9:00) A.M. and five o'clock (5:00) P.M. C. Any person who has submitted...that adequate setbacks are maintained between such grill and any surrounding structures to prevent damage by heat or flame. E. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the village may permit itself or any other governmental entity (including, but not limited to, forest preserve districts, park districts, or fire protection districts) to engage in burning activities as deemed appropriate by the village from time to time (e.g., fire department training, village conducted bonfire, or other conduct determined to be appropriate by the village manager

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Wauconda · 52.11

Permanent water conservation measures and drought or possible water shortage emergencies

Summary

This section establishes permanent water conservation measures for outdoor water use within Wauconda, implementing seasonal restrictions and odd/even day watering schedules for lawn sprinkling. It also outlines permit requirements for watering newly installed lawns.

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public bodies of water within the village for any outdoor purpose, including, but not limited to, sprinkling of lawns, washing of vehicles, filling of pools, or using such water through a hose or pipe to water any garden, tree or shrub, unless on a day in which sprinkling is permitted. (2) Summer lawn watering system; limited hours of permitted operation. Between May 15 and September 15 of each calendar year, outdoor water use as listed in subsection (a)(1) above...complaints, ordinance violation charges or actions of disconnection which have been initiated by the Village President or any official of the village prior to such revocation, alteration or amendment; and any such complaints, charges or notices shall be preserved and saved for adjudication and for the determination of fine and the collection thereof or for any administrative action, despite any such revocation, alteration or amendment. (d) The drought or water shortage emergency shall continue in effect until a declaration

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Schaumburg · 153.03

LOCAL AMENDMENTS TO THE ICC CODES

Summary

This section outlines the amended appeal process for building permit denials or requests for variations, interpretations, waivers, or modifications regarding Schaumburg's adopted building codes. It establishes a two-tiered appeal process, starting with a preliminary hearing with the building official and director of community development, and potentially escalating to a public hearing before the Board of Trustees' planning, building and development committee.

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reports, and notices or orders, which shall be retained with all file copies of required plans and blueprints relating to building construction in the village. (1) In the event that plans and blueprints have been microfilmed, scanned or otherwise preserved electronically, the paper file copies of such plans and specifications may be destroyed by order of the director of community development, but no sooner than two (2) years after the completion of the structure or building to which such plans...permit would be required for the demolition. If a state or federal permit is required for the demolition, proof of said permit shall be provided to the village at the time of application for a village demolition permit. (d) Tree Protection Plan and Inspection. (e) Cost Estimate: A cost estimate for all proposed work, including, but not limited to, removal of the structure and any hard paved surface such as parking lots, driveways, sidewalks, and old foundations, and deposit

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Wood Dale · 10.106

Special Management Areas

Summary

This section defines Special Management Areas, primarily focusing on floodplains and floodways. It mandates reference to DuPage County ordinances for flood determinations and sets requirements for development within these areas, including floodway conveyance preservation, elevation standards, and compensatory storage.

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regulatory floodplain. C. Requirements For Development Within the Regulatory Floodplain: 1. DuPage County Requirements: Refer to the DuPage County Countywide Stormwater and Floodplain Ordinance section 15-81 as well as the following requirements. 2. Floodway Conveyance: Development shall preserve effective floodway conveyance such that there will be no increases in flood elevations, flows, or floodway velocity, unless any such increases are contained in a public flood easement and a watershed benefit is provided. 3. Elevation: All usable space...water body or delineated wetland, unless property boundaries limitations exist, or it can otherwise be demonstrated that a lesser width is sufficient; but in no case shall a buffer be less than fifteen feet (15') in width. 4. Tree cutting and vegetation removal shall be minimized within riparian buffers, and revegetation of disturbed areas shall take place as soon as possible. 5. Development in a riparian buffer shall be initiated only in accordance with the requirements of this subsection

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La Grange Park · 153.193

Accessory Structures And Uses

Summary

This section outlines general regulations for accessory structures and uses in La Grange Park, specifying placement, height, and lot coverage requirements. It also addresses specific regulations for amateur (HAM) radio equipment towers.

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roofing, roof pitch, trim and colors. (f) Detached garages shall be located a minimum of ten feet from the principal structure on a lot. The distance shall be measured from the walls of the structure. (g) In recognition of preserving existing residential structures on interior lots within the R-1A and R-1 Districts that currently have a single-car detached garage and are currently constructed at the 30% limitation of building coverage, an additional lot coverage bonus...Ground-mounted satellite dish antenna shall provide screening, which includes fencing, berming or landscaping to accomplish the following: A. All ground-mounted accessory equipment and the lower part of the support structure shall be completely screened. B. Where feasible, trees shall be installed to the side and rear of the antenna and at a height/elevation equal to the tallest portion of the dish. (L) Sheds and private greenhouses. (1) Sheds and private greenhouses are permitted only in the rear yard

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Aurora · Sec 19-

66 Definitions

Summary

This section defines key terms related to communication infrastructure and zoning for the municipality of Aurora. It clarifies terms such as 'alternative tower structure', 'antenna', 'backhaul network', and specific commercial zoning districts.

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following words, terms and phrases, when used in this article, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning: Alternative tower structure means manmade trees, clock towers, bell steeples, flag poles, light poles and similar alternative design mounting structures that are compatible with the natural setting and surrounding structures, and camouflages or conceals, the presence of antennas, dishes, poles, equipment and/or towers. This term also includes any antenna or antenna...data transmission towers, and other similar structures. This term also includes any antenna or antenna array attached to the tower structure. For purposes of this article, except as to towers located or proposed to be located in a historic preservation district, the term tower excludes any tower under fifty (50) feet in total height, under said height the structure shall be considered a utility pole or light pole. Utility/light poles (sometimes "poles") shall mean, a structure designed and constructed primarily

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Winfield · 11.3.6

Easements

Summary

This section of the Winfield municipal ordinance outlines requirements for providing utility easements, specifying dimensions and locations along various lot lines and boundaries. It also initiates requirements for drainage and stormwater management easements.

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line. All lot lines adjacent to nonsubdivided lands shall have a twenty foot (20') easement for drainage. 4. No construction of structures, dams, embankments or channels (except as indicated on the improvement plans) and no planting of trees, shrubbery or other vegetation, which hinder the flow of water or otherwise inhibit the intended purposes, shall be allowed within any drainage or stormwater management facility easement. In the event the area within such easements is obstructed, reshaped, regraded or restricted...used for public utilities, the easement shall be of sufficient width (25 feet minimum) to accommodate appropriate screen planting without interfering with utility service or maintenance. 2. Easements will be required to protect special management areas designated for the preservation of site flora as referenced in the county's stormwater ordinance requirements and open space protection. 3. The village requires setback along street frontages; refer to zoning ordinance for requirements. D. Temporary Turnaround Easements: Temporary easements, as shown on detail

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Hainesville · 17.06.010

Purpose and intent

Summary

This section outlines the purpose and intent of Hainesville's sign regulations, aiming to balance free speech with public safety, efficient communication, aesthetic enhancement, and economic development. It establishes a legal framework for sign design, construction, and placement.

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Purpose. The purpose of chapter is to set out regulations for the erection and maintenance of signs while preserving the right of free speech and expression. B. Scope. The regulations of chapter shall provide a balanced and fair legal framework for design, construction, and placement of signs that: 1. Promotes the safety of persons and property by ensuring that signs do not create a hazard by: a. collapsing, catching fire, or otherwise decaying; b. confusing or distracting motorists...they are not removed; 5. The village has an important and substantial interest in keeping its rights-of-way clear of obstructions and litter; 6. The village has an important and substantial interest in protecting the health of its tree canopy, which contributes to the character and value of the community; and 7. The uncontrolled use of off-premises outdoor advertising signs and their location, density, size, shape, motion, illumination and demand for attention can be injurious to the purposes

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Naperville · 5.10.4

LANDSCAPE PLAN

Summary

This section mandates the submission of a landscape plan for certain development activities requiring Plan Commission or Zoning Administrator approval, or a building permit for non-single-family developments. The plan must detail existing and proposed site features, landscaping, berming, ground cover, fences, and utilities.

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development activity requiring Plan Commission or Zoning Administrator approval and all non-single-family development activity requiring a building permit, a landscape plan and, if required under Section 5-10-5 of this Chapter, a tree removal permit shall be required. The landscape plan must be submitted along with final engineering plans for the project. (Ord. 97-199, 11-18-1997) 1.1. Content Of Landscape Plan: All landscape plans submitted for approval by the Plan Commission or Zoning Administrator...sidewalks, bicycle parking areas and paths, ground signs, refuse disposal areas, fences, freestanding electrical equipment, and other freestanding structural features. 1.1.2. The location, quantity, size, and type (both botanical and common names) of all existing landscaping to be preserved and all proposed landscaping to be added. 1.1.3. The location and contours, at one-foot intervals, of all proposed berming and storm water detention/retention ponds. 1.1.4. Specification of the type and boundaries of all proposed ground cover. 1.1.5. Elevation and location

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North Barrington · 12.1.4

Code Hearing Division

Summary

This section establishes a Code Hearing Division in North Barrington to adjudicate violations of the Village Code, excluding traffic offenses. A Hearing Officer will preside over these hearings, with specified powers including issuing subpoenas, preserving records, and making written determinations and orders, including penalties and costs, within statutory limits.

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Hearing testimony and accepting evidence that is relevant to the existence of the Code violations; 2. Issuing subpoenas directing witnesses to appear and give relevant testimony at the hearing, upon request of the parties or their representatives; 3. Preserving and authenticating the record of the hearing and all the exhibits and evidence introduced at the hearing; 4. Issuing a determination, based on the evidence presented at the hearing, of whether a Code violation exists. The determination shall be in writing...Officer have the authority to: a) impose a penalty of incarceration, or b) impose a fine or collect delinquencies due to the Village in excess of seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00) for each Village Code violation (except for Heritage Tree violations), being the limitation imposed by Illinois Statute, provided that each day of such violation may be subject to an additional fine of seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00). Nothing in this section shall constitute a limitation on the jurisdiction

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Hinsdale · 4.2.8

Open Fires

Summary

This ordinance prohibits all open fires within the village, with a specific exception for the controlled burning of vegetation on virgin prairie, which requires a permit from the village manager. The permits are limited in number and subject to strict conditions related to applicant responsibility, fire control, and environmental preservation.

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person to cause, suffer or allow "open fires" as defined in this chapter. This includes, but does not limit the generality of the foregoing, fires for the burning of wood, fibers, plastics, papers, cardboard, garbage, debris, leaves, tree trimmings, twigs, branches, grass clippings, or other refuse from farming or gardening, or other combustible materials of any nature whatsoever. Provided, however, that open burning of vegetation on virgin prairie may be allowed upon issuance of a permit by the village...necessary arrangements with the village fire department for such burning and that the chief of the fire department approves thereof. D. No harm will result from such burning and that it is being done for the purpose of preserving virgin prairie flora for historical, cultural, educational and conservation reasons. E. The applicant has secured all necessary permits, if any, from the state and county for such burning. It shall be unlawful for any person to burn such vegetation without first

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Crete · 28.349

General requirements for all districts

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This section outlines general requirements for all signs within the municipality, stipulating that signs must be accessory to a lawful use, comply with article regulations, and have property owner authorization. It also details specific prohibitions and standards related to sign placement, lighting, and illumination intensity.

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digital or electronic viable message sign may be mounted on a moving vehicle driving on any roadway with a speed limit greater than 30 MPH. 12. No digital or dynamic sign may be operated in the heritage preservation district. 13. No interactive signs are permitted, that is, incorporating any potential for interactivity with any driver. b. Manual changeable message board signs shall be permitted when incorporated into a ground sign subject to all applicable standards herein, and the following conditions...right-of-way or other public property or traffic control device or utility pole unless permission to do so has been granted by the board of trustees. It shall be unlawful to post or attach any sign to a tree, utility standpipe, gutter drain or fire escape. (8) Every sign shall be maintained in a safe, and structurally sound condition and free of peeling paint or peeling adhesive covering, rust, rot or damaged components. The sign and sign supports must

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Wadsworth · 11.5.1

Certificates

Summary

This section outlines required certificates related to subdivisions in Wadsworth. It mandates assurances regarding surface water management by the subdivider and engineer, and requires the surveyor to certify the proper installation of boundary and internal monuments.

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manmade structures of any kind shall be constructed thereon, nor shall any grading be permitted on any scenic corridor area, except according to the regulations in the Wadsworth ordinance that apply to these areas. All natural vegetation shall be preserved and maintained and shall not be mowed, cultivated, sprayed or in any way disturbed without following the required procedures of the Village of Wadsworth. Noxious plant material may be removed subject to a landscape plan approved by the Plan Commission...upon the surface of the property marked "easement" or "easement" on this plat, together with the right to install required service connections under the surface of each lot to serve improvements thereon, the right to cut, trim, or remove trees, bushes, and roots as may be reasonably required incident to the rights herein given and the right to enter upon the subdivided property for all such purposes. Obstructions shall not be placed over grantees' facilities or in, upon, or over

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