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Park Ridge · 12.6.11

NATURE OF LICENSE; TRANSFER PROHIBITED

Summary

This section establishes that an alcoholic liquor license is a non-property privilege and cannot be transferred, voluntarily or involuntarily. It outlines specific conditions related to changes in ownership or control of closely held corporations, public corporations, and limited liability companies that will be considered illegal transfers, rendering the license void.

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months from the date of appointment of a receiver or trustee whichever comes first. C. Upon the alienation, sale, transfer, assignment or donation of the business for which the license is issued to any other than the Licensee, the liquor license shall automatically become void. D. Any licensed establishment that has discontinued the sale or service of alcoholic beverages or that has not been open for business at least four (4) days per week for a period of thirty
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Mount Prospect · 13.208

Nature Of License; Transfer Prohibited

Summary

This section establishes that a license is a personal privilege, not property, and is generally non-transferable. It outlines specific circumstances for closely held corporations, public corporations, and limited liability companies where a transfer is deemed illegal and voids the license unless a new one is obtained.

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months from the date of appointment of a receiver or trustee whichever comes first. C.   Upon the alienation, sale, transfer, assignment or donation of the business for which the license is issued to any other than the licensee, the liquor license shall automatically become void. D.   Any licensed establishment that has discontinued the sale or service of alcoholic beverages or that has not been open for business at least four (4) days per week for a period of thirty
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Schaumburg · 112.16

CHANGE OF LOCATION

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This section outlines the process for a liquor licensee to change the location of their licensed premises. It requires a written request, a sworn statement that the new location meets all requirements, approval from the local liquor commissioner, and a fee consistent with a replacement license fee.

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premises described in the application and in the license issued thereon, and only one (1) location shall be so described in each license. After a license has been granted for a particular premises, the local liquor commissioner, upon proper showing, may endorse upon the license permission to abandon the premises therein described and remove therefrom to other premises approved by them but in order to obtain such approval the licensee shall file with the local liquor commissioner a request...under oath which shall show that the premises to which removal is to be made complies in all respects with the requirements of this chapter. The fee for such transfer shall be consistent with the replacement fee of a liquor license outlined in section 41.01 of the village Code payable to the village collector upon application for change of location. (Ord. 132, passed 2-13-1961; Am. Ord. 23-093, passed
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Bellwood · 138.01

Drinking On Public Property; Exceptions

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This section prohibits the consumption of alcoholic liquor and possession of open containers of alcoholic liquor on public property, with an exception for public gatherings with a special events liquor license.

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license for consumption of alcohol liquor on the premises; provided, however, that it shall not be unlawful to consume or hold alcoholic liquor in public as described above if there is a public gathering for which a special events liquor license has been obtained. (Ord. 96-8, passed 4-10-96) Penalty, see § 130.99 Cross reference: Alcoholic beverages, see Chapter
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Niles · 6.31

Required

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This section prohibits the retail or wholesale sale of alcoholic liquor within the village unless a liquor license has been obtained. It references state law authorizing local licensing.

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shall be unlawful to sell or offer for sale at retail or wholesale in the village any alcoholic liquor without having a liquor license. (Code 1965, § 4-2; Ord. No. 2000-26, § 2, 5-23-00) State Law reference— Local licensing authorized, 235 ILCS 5/4-1
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Western Springs · 4.1.29

Sales To Certain Persons Prohibited

Summary

This section prohibits licensees from selling, giving, or delivering alcoholic liquor to minors or intoxicated persons, with a specific exception for sting operations. It also establishes a presumption of sale to minors if liquor is found in their possession on licensed premises and permits refusal of service without proper identification.

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Police not more than thirty (30) nor less than ten (10) days prior to the operation. B.   Presumption Of Sales To Minors: If a person under the age of twenty one (21) years is in possession of alcoholic liquor on premises licensed to sell alcoholic liquor for consumption on such premises, it shall be presumed that the licensee sold, gave, or delivered such alcoholic liquor to the minor in possession thereof. C.   Refusal Of Sale To Minors Without Identification
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Willow Springs · 4.3.26

Sales To Certain Persons Prohibited

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This section prohibits the sale, gift, or delivery of alcoholic liquor to minors and intoxicated persons by licensees and their employees. It also establishes a presumption of sale to minors if one is found in possession on licensed premises and mandates the display of a warning notice regarding penalties for underage purchase or misrepresentation of age.

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police not more than thirty (30) nor less than ten (10) days prior to the operation. 2. Presumption Of Sales To Minors: If a person under the age of twenty one (21) years is in possession of alcoholic liquor on premises licensed to sell alcoholic liquor for consumption on such premises, it shall be presumed that the licensee sold, gave, or delivered such alcoholic liquor to the minor in possession thereof. 3. Refusal Of Sale To Minors Without Identification
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Downers Grove · Sec 3.25

Sale To Certain Persons Prohibited

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This section prohibits the sale, giving, or delivery of alcoholic liquor to minors or intoxicated persons by licensees or other individuals. It also establishes a presumption of sale if a minor is found possessing alcohol on licensed premises and allows licensees to refuse service to those unable to provide adequate proof of age.

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intoxicated person. The fine for such a violation shall be set forth in DGMC Section 1.16 (f)(1)(a). 2. If a person under the age of twenty-one (21) years is in possession of alcoholic liquor on premises licensed to sell alcoholic liquor for consumption on such premises, it shall be presumed that the licensee sold, gave or delivered such alcoholic liquor to the minor in possession thereof. 3. For the purpose of preventing the violation of this section
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River Forest · 8.5.30

Sale To Certain Persons Prohibited

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This section prohibits licensees from selling or delivering alcohol to individuals under 21, intoxicated persons, or those with known legal disabilities or mental health needs. It establishes a presumption of sale to minors if alcohol is found in their possession on licensed premises and allows licensees to refuse service without adequate proof of age.

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known by licensee, or any of licensee's employees or agents to be under legal disability or in need of mental treatment. B.   If a person under the age of twenty one years is in possession of alcoholic liquor on premises licensed to sell alcoholic liquor for consumption on such premises, it shall be presumed that the licensee sold, gave, or delivered such alcoholic liquor to the minor in possession thereof. C.   For the purpose of preventing the violation
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Hinsdale · 3.3.31

Sale To Certain Persons Prohibited

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This ordinance prohibits licensees from selling or delivering alcohol to minors, intoxicated persons, or individuals with known legal disabilities or mental health needs. It also establishes a presumption of sale if a minor possesses alcohol on licensed premises and allows licensees to refuse service for inadequate identification.

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licensee, or any of licensee's employees or agents to be under legal disability or in need of mental treatment. B.   If a person under the age of twenty one (21) years is in possession of alcoholic liquor on premises licensed to sell alcoholic liquor for consumption on such premises, it shall be presumed that the licensee sold, gave, or delivered such alcoholic liquor to the minor in possession thereof. C.   For the purpose of preventing the violation of this
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Hinsdale · 3.3.31

Sale To Certain Persons Prohibited

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This ordinance prohibits licensees from selling or delivering alcohol to minors, intoxicated persons, or individuals with known legal disabilities or mental health needs. It also establishes a presumption of sale if a minor possesses alcohol on licensed premises and allows licensees to refuse service for inadequate identification.

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licensee, or any of licensee's employees or agents to be under legal disability or in need of mental treatment. B.   If a person under the age of twenty one (21) years is in possession of alcoholic liquor on premises licensed to sell alcoholic liquor for consumption on such premises, it shall be presumed that the licensee sold, gave, or delivered such alcoholic liquor to the minor in possession thereof. C.   For the purpose of preventing the violation of this
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Zion · 56.89

Sale to certain persons prohibited

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This section prohibits licensees from selling or delivering alcohol to individuals under 21, intoxicated persons, or those known to have legal disabilities or mental health needs. It also clarifies that a minor possessing alcohol on licensed premises does not automatically imply the licensee's involvement and allows licensees to refuse service without adequate proof of age.

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intoxicated person, or to any person known by him to be under legal disability or in need of mental treatment. (b) If a person under the age of 21 years is in possession of alcoholic liquor on premises licensed to sell alcoholic liquor for consumption on such premises, it shall not be presumed that the licensee sold, gave, or delivered such alcoholic liquor to the minor in possession thereof. (c) For the purpose of preventing the violation of this section
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Richton Park · 806.03

License Required.

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This section mandates that no person shall sell or offer for sale alcoholic liquor at retail in Richton Park without a proper retail liquor dealer's license. Additionally, public accommodations must obtain a specific license to permit the consumption of alcoholic liquor on their premises.

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Except as otherwise provided in this chapter, no person shall sell or offer for sale at retail, in the Village, any alcoholic liquor without having a retail liquor dealer’s license, or in violation of the terms of such license. (b)   Except as otherwise provided in this chapter, no public accommodation shall make available or permit the consumption of alcoholic liquor on the business premises of the public accommodation without a public accommodation license, or in violation of the terms
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Chicago Heights · 4.17

Responsibilities of licensee

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This section establishes that liquor license holders are responsible to the surrounding community and their license can be suspended or revoked if the business becomes a nuisance. A nuisance is defined by five or more incidents within twelve months involving acts that violate felony laws, or laws regulating narcotics, controlled substances, or weapons.

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licensee is responsible to the community surrounding the licensed premises. A city liquor dealer's license issued or renewed after the effective date of this section shall be subject to suspension or revocation if the licensee's business becomes or creates a nuisance. A licensed business is or creates a nuisance if within any consecutive twelve (12) months not less than five (5) separate incidents occur on the licensed premises, involving acts that violate any federal or state law defining
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Norridge · 6.3

BASSET certification required

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This ordinance requires all individuals involved in selling, serving, or checking identification for alcoholic beverages, as well as management personnel, to complete a state-certified BASSET program for liquor license applications filed after May 1, 2004. It outlines the definition of a certified program, responsibilities for proof of completion, and imposes a $1,000 fine for violations.

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licenses issued on or after May 1, 2004, all original or renewal applications for liquor licenses shall be accompanied with proof of completion of a state-certified beverage alcohol sellers and servers education and training (BASSET) program for all persons who sell or serve alcoholic beverages, all management personnel working on premises, and anyone whose job description entails the checking of identification for the purchases of alcoholic beverages, pursuant to that license. B. A state-certified BASSET training program shall...defined as a BASSET program licensed by the State of Illinois Liquor Control Commission (ILCC) as required by 235 ILCS 5/3-12(11.1) and 5/6-27 and title 77 of Illinois Administrative Code, chapter XVI, section 3500. All licensed BASSET providers shall be required to have on file all licenses and certificates to prove current qualifications and provide a certificate of course completion and a card, to participants as proof of completion. C. After May 1, 2004, any new owner, manager, employee
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Riverdale · 5.32.253

Responsibilities of licensee

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This section holds liquor licensees responsible for maintaining a nuisance-free environment around their establishments. Licenses can be suspended or revoked if a business contributes to or creates a nuisance through a specified number of serious criminal acts occurring on or near the premises within a 12-month period.

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licensee is responsible to the community surrounding the licensed premises. A village liquor dealer's license issued or renewed after the effective date of this section shall be subject to suspension or revocation if the licensee's business becomes or creates a nuisance under this section or if it causes a public nuisance under RMC § 5.32.255. A licensed business is or creates a nuisance under this section if within any consecutive 12 months not less than five separate incidents occur
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Round Lake Park · 111.40

HOURS OF OPERATION

Summary

This section outlines the permissible hours of operation for establishments licensed to sell liquor in Round Lake Park, including daily and weekly restrictions, exceptions for New Year's Day, and specific regulations for outdoor activities sponsored by licensees.

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person having a license to sell liquor may keep his licensed place of business open for the transaction of business as herein provided, during such hours of each day and during such days of each week, including Sundays, as he shall elect. However, no such place of business shall be open between the hours of 2:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. on Monday through Friday; and no such place of business shall be open on Saturday or Sunday mornings
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Manhattan · 2.3.2

Definitions

Summary

This section provides definitions for various terms used within the Manhattan Liquor Control Regulations, including types of alcoholic beverages, transferability of stock, and different types of licensed establishments.

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such issuance, to a person or persons or other legal entity which was not the owner or holder of at least five percent (5%) of the stock of such corporation at the time of issuance of the present liquor license to such corporation. BAR: Any public place kept, used, maintained, advertised and held out to the public as a place where alcoholic liquor is offered for sale to the public for consumption on the licensed premises or for consumption...part thereof, wherein the game of bowling with composition balls and ten wooden pins is played. BREW PUB: An establishment where beer is manufactured in quantities not exceeding those prescribed for a Brew Pub license by the State of Illinois in the Liquor Control Act, with the primary distribution in an adjoining restaurant where food is served. CLUB: A corporation organized under the laws of this State, and not for pecuniary profit, solely for the promotion of some common object
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Lincolnwood · 10.2.1

Definitions

Summary

This section provides definitions for terms used in Article 2 concerning alcoholic liquor dealers in Lincolnwood. It defines terms such as ALCOHOLIC LIQUOR, APPLICANT, BANQUET HALL FACILITY, BEER, CATERER, and CLUB.

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alcohol by volume, which is fit for beverage purposes.APPLICANTAny person, whether an individual, partnership or copartnership, corporation, limited liability company, or club who submits a written application to the Local Liquor Control Commissioner for one or more alcoholic liquor licenses. "Applicant" shall not include the manager of a licensed premises unless such licensed premises is a club.BANQUET HALL FACILITYA business conducted on premises at which the exclusive activity is the holding of private parties for invited guests only, and where...less than 22 ounces and not greater than 64 ounces, that is sold by a licensed craft brewery and used for holding, transporting, and preserving beer manufactured, purchased, and filled at the craft brewery, for consumption off the premises.[Added 3-15-2016 by Ord. No. 2016-3196]ILCC BASSET PROGRAMThe beverage alcohol sellers and servers education and training program provided by the State Liquor Control Commission, or any similar training program which has been approved in writing
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River Forest · 8.5.28

Violation Of Retailers' Occupation Tax Act

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This section allows the local liquor commissioner to deny, suspend, or revoke a local liquor license for violations of the Illinois Retailers' Occupation Tax Act. Such violations will follow the procedures outlined in section 8-5-26 of the ordinance.

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addition to other grounds specified in this chapter, the local liquor commissioner may refuse the issuance or renewal of a local liquor license, or suspend or revoke such license, for violations of section 3 of the retailers' occupation tax act, as amended, 35 Illinois Compiled Statutes 120/3. Violations of this section shall be subject to the procedures of section 8-5-26 of this chapter
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Romeoville · 157.098

B-3 Highway/Regional Shopping District

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This section establishes the intent and purpose of the B-3 Highway/Regional Shopping District, which is designed for large-scale commercial establishments catering to auto-dependent customers beyond village limits. It then lists specific permitted uses, including a broad range of retail, service, and some personal care businesses, with specific conditions for some.

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Chapter 122 , but only when the food truck in question is operated in connection with the operation of an establishment licensed to serve alcoholic beverages for on premises consumption through a duly issued Class M-1 or Class O liquor license issued by the local liquor control commissioner in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 112 . (C) Special uses. Upon recommendation by the Planning and Zoning Commission, after public hearing on the petition pertaining thereto, in accordance with the requirements...following lawfully established principal uses: hospital, sanitarium, nursing home, physical therapy or rehabilitation clinic, health or fitness club, spa or day spa or the practice of any branch of the healing arts as currently and validly licensed by the state. (F) Site and structure requirements. (1) District size. The minimum area for the B-3 District shall be not less than ten acres. There is no maximum limit on the area of a B-3 District. (2) Individual lot area
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St. Charles · 5.08.320

License—Revocation or suspension—Hearing procedure

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This section outlines the procedure for revoking or suspending a liquor license in St. Charles, including provisions for public hearings, written notice, and the imposition of fines and attorney's fees for violations of the Liquor Control Act or local ordinances.

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Local Liquor Control Commissioner may, in accordance with the law and the provisions of the Liquor Control Act of 1934 (235 ILCS 5/1-1 et seq.), as amended, revoke or suspend any license issued under the Local Liquor Control Commissioner's authority if it's determined that the licensee has violated any of the provisions of said Act or of any ordinance or resolution enacted by the corporate authorities of the City or any applicable rule or regulation established...Local Liquor Control Commissioner; and 2) reasonable costs, including but not limited to the costs of court reporter fees and witness fees incurred by reason of the hearing. B. If the Local Liquor Control Commissioner has reason to believe that any continued operation of a particular licensed premises will immediately threaten the welfare of the community, they may, upon the issuance of a written order stating the reason for such conclusions and without notice of hearing, order the licensed premises
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Sugar Grove · 3.13.3

License Fees

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This section establishes an annual license fee of $250.00 per video gaming terminal, payable at the time of liquor license renewal. The fee is to be split equally between the terminal operator and the licensed establishment and is non-refundable.

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operation of a video gaming terminal shall be $250.00 per terminal annually at such time as liquor license renewals for the Licensed Establishment. The cost of this fee shall be shared equally between the terminal operator and the applicable licensed establishment, as required by the Act. The application fee is not subject to reimbursement or refund upon denial of a license. Said fees are not subject to proration or refund and are due prior to the issuance of the license
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Frankfort · 113.37

Closing Hours For Licensed Premises

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This ordinance section establishes a closing hour of 1:00 a.m. for licensed premises, creating a presumption of service if individuals are found on or leaving after this time. Exceptions are made for licensees, their families, employees, and holders of specific liquor license classes (F-2, F-3, F-5).

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court in a proceeding for violation of the terms of this chapter or at any hearing concerning the revocation of the license issued to the licensee of the premises in question. Further, with regard to any license restricted by the Local Liquor Control Commissioner to a closing time different than the general hours set forth in § 113.36 hereof, the above and foregoing provisions of this section shall apply and shall be construed to mean the closing time indicated on said...found upon or leaving the licensed premises after the hour of 1:00 a.m., nor shall division (A) of this section apply to premises which have been granted a Class F-2 or F-3 or F-5 liquor license. (Ord. 1105, passed 12-5-83; Am. Ord. 2274, passed 4-3-06; Am. Ord. 2826, passed 1-7-13) Penalty
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Vernon Hills · 10.3

License types and businesses exempt from licensing

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This section outlines the various types of business licenses required in Vernon Hills, including base, supplemental, and temporary licenses. It also specifies a list of businesses that are exempt from licensing requirements.

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Base license. A base business license is required for each business, as defined in section 10-1, unless the business is exempt from licensing. B. Supplemental licenses. A supplemental license is required for any business offering the following: liquor sales; jewelry/precious metal transactions; tobacco, vape, and similar products; massage; resale; outdoor dining or outdoor merchandise...farmers market; fireworks displays; sign panels on village-owned signs; donation boxes; chartered transportation; and vending/amusement devices. These supplemental services are subject to regulations listed in articles II through XIV of this chapter 10 and chapter 3 (liquor code). C. Temporary license. A business may be granted a license to operate temporarily within the village. The base license fee shall apply. D. Courtesy base license. A business exempt from licensing may request a license if required by a landlord, insurance
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