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Shorewood · 4.8.6

Exemptions

Summary

This section outlines specific exemptions to the general prohibition of smoking in public places within Shorewood. These exemptions include private residences (with certain exceptions), designated areas in retail tobacco stores, hotel/motel rooms, enclosed laboratories, and common smoking rooms in specific long-term care facilities.

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Notwithstanding any other provision of this chapter, smoking is allowed in the following areas: A. Private residences or dwelling places, except when used as a childcare, adult daycare, or healthcare facility or any other home based business open to the public. B. Retail tobacco stores as defined in section 4-8-1 of this chapter in operation prior to the effective date of the smoke free Illinois act, 410 Illinois Compiled Statutes 82/1 - 90. The retail tobacco store shall annually...affidavit stating the percentage of its gross income during the prior calendar year that was derived from the sale of loose tobacco, plants, or herbs and cigars, cigarettes, pipes, or other smoking devices for smoking tobacco and related smoking accessories. Any retail tobacco store that begins operation after the effective date of the act may only qualify for an exemption if located in a freestanding structure occupied solely by the business and smoke from the business does not migrate into

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Oak Lawn · 6.1C-2

Additions, Insertions, Deletions And Changes

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This section revises the International Residential Code for one- and two-family dwellings by establishing minimum dwelling unit sizes, exempting certain accessory structures from permits, and making numerous deletions and amendments to various code sections related to foundations, energy conservation, plumbing, and electrical systems, referencing specific Chicago codes for plumbing and electrical.

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provisions of the international residential code for one- and two-family dwellings, 2012 edition, are revised as follows: A. Single-family buildings shall have the following minimum area, unless otherwise provided in the zoning ordinance 1 : 1 floor, 2 bedrooms: Without basement 1,008 sq. ft. With basement 950 sq. ft. 1 floor, 3 bedrooms: Without basement 1,120 sq. ft. With basement 1,064 sq. ft. 1 1 / 2 story: 2nd floor not finished: 2nd floor finished: Without basement...basement 850 sq. ft. 2 story: Without basement 672 sq. ft. With basement 622 sq. ft. B. The following sections are revised as follows: Part 1 - Administrative; Chapter 4 - Foundations R-105.2 Work Exempt From Permit . One-story detached accessory structures, provided the floor area does not exceed 100 square feet. Fences not over 2 feet high. Sidewalks and Driveways. R-309.5 Delete the entire section. R-313 Delete the entire section. R-402.1 Delete "wood foundations" from the paragraph

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Shorewood · 4.8.1

Definitions

Summary

This section of the Shorewood municipal ordinance provides definitions for terms relevant to public smoking regulations. It defines specific types of establishments like 'Bar' and 'Gaming Facility', as well as general terms like 'Employee' and 'Employer'.

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bylaws, a constitution, or both to govern its activities, and has been granted an exemption from the payment of federal income tax as a club under 26 USC 501. PRIVATE RESIDENCE: The part of a structure used as a dwelling, including, without limitation: a private home, townhouse, condominium, apartment, mobile home, vacation home, cabin, or cottage. For the purposes of this definition, a hotel, motel, inn, resort, lodge, bed and breakfast or other similar public accommodation, hospital, nursing home...TOBACCO STORE: A retail establishment that derives more than eighty percent (80%) of its gross revenue from the sale of loose tobacco, plants, or herbs and cigars, cigarettes, pipes, and other smoking devices for burning tobacco and related smoking accessories and in which the sale of other products is merely incidental. "Retail tobacco store" includes an enclosed workplace that manufactures, imports, or distributes tobacco or tobacco products, when, as a necessary and integral part of the process of making, manufacturing

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Oak Lawn · 4.13.1

Scope Of Regulations

Summary

This section establishes the applicability of off-street parking and loading regulations for new construction, changes in use, and increases in the intensity of use, with a grandfathering clause for existing building permits.

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street parking and loading provisions of this Title shall apply as follows: A. For all buildings and structures erected and all uses of land established after the effective date hereof, accessory parking and loading facilities shall be provided as required by the regulations of the districts in which such buildings or uses are located. However, when a building permit has been issued prior to the effective date hereof, and provided that construction is begun within six (6) months of such...amounts required for issuance of said building permit may be provided in lieu of any different amount required by this Title. B. When the intensity of use of any building, structure or premises shall be increased through addition of dwelling units, gross floor area, seating capacity or other units, of measurement (including that of number of employees) specified herein for required parking or loading facilities, parking and loading facilities as required herein shall be provided for such increase in intensity

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Palos Park · 1464.01

Permitted Fences; Proximity To Lot Line Of Adjacent Property.

Summary

This ordinance section outlines the general requirements for obtaining a fence permit in Palos Park, including necessary application information and fees. It then specifies regulations for fences in residential districts, prohibiting them between the front lot line and principal building and generally requiring a three-foot setback from adjacent lot lines, with an exception for jointly owned and maintained fences.

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wire mesh (chainlink) material are permissible only in temporary construction fencing, construction of dog runs or tennis court fence enclosures constructed in accordance with Section 1464.02 of this Chapter and Section 1286.06 of this Code in regard to accessory structures. 1. Fence construction shall provide for a minimum of seventy (70%) percent open space in total for every one foot of linear dimension; 2. Fences shall be maintained in such a manner as to not block the natural flow...revised below: A. The fences approved as part of a planned unit development may vary from other fence standards in the Village Code. B. Fences in multi-family residential areas, that separate rear yards, patios, or decks of adjoining dwelling units within the same building: 1. May be on the interior property line; 2. May be solid or, if partially open, have spaces no wider than four inches; 3. Shall be no taller than six feet above grade or above

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Chicago · 7.32.010

Definitions.

Summary

This section provides definitions for terms used in the Chicago Clean Indoor Air Ordinance of 2008, including 'Bar', 'Electronic cigarette', 'Employee', 'Employer', and 'Enclosed area'.

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constitution, or both to govern its activities, and has been granted an exemption from the payment of federal income tax as a club under 26 U.S.C. § 501. "Private residence" means the part of a structure used as a dwelling, including, without limitation: a private home, townhouse, condominium, apartment, mobile home, vacation home, cabin, or cottage. For the purposes of this definition, a hotel, motel, inn, resort, lodge, bed and breakfast or other similar public accommodation, hospital, nursing home, or assisted...area within the restaurant. "Retail tobacco store" means a retail establishment: (1) that derives more than 80 percent of its gross revenue from the sale, in any combination, of loose tobacco, cigarettes, cigarillos, cigars, pipes, other smoking devices and accessories, hookahs and related products, or electronic cigarettes and related products, components or parts thereof; and (2) in which the sale of products other than those listed in item (1) of this definition is merely incidental. The term "retail tobacco store

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Schiller Park · 117.01

Definitions

Summary

This section provides definitions for terms used within the 'Smoking In Public Places' chapter of the Schiller Park municipal ordinance. It clarifies the meanings of 'BAR', 'EMPLOYEE', 'EMPLOYER', 'ENCLOSED AREA', 'ENCLOSED OR PARTIALLY ENCLOSED SPORTS ARENA', and 'HEALTHCARE FACILITY' to ensure consistent application of the regulations.

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bylaws, a constitution, or both to govern its activities, and has been granted an exemption from the payment of federal income tax as a club under 26 U.S.C. 501. PRIVATE RESIDENCE. The part of a structure used as a dwelling, including, without limitation: a private home, townhouse, condominium, apartment, mobile home, vacation home, cabin, or cottage. For the purposes of this definition, PRIVATE RESIDENCE shall not include a hotel, motel, inn, resort, lodge, bed and breakfast or other similar public...TOBACCO STORE. A retail establishment that derives more than eighty percent (80%) of its gross revenue from the sale of loose tobacco, plants, or herbs and cigars, cigarettes, pipes, and other smoking devices for burning tobacco and related smoking accessories and in which the sale of other products is merely incidental. RETAIL TOBACCO STORE does not include a tobacco department or section of a larger commercial establishment or any establishment with any type of liquor, food, or restaurant license. SMOKE

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Wayne · 10.7.4

Off-Street Parking

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This section outlines the purpose and definitions related to off-street parking in Wayne's Residence Districts. Its goals include preserving neighborhood appearance and character by regulating parking and protecting adjacent properties from negative impacts.

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permanent peripheral screening at least five feet (5') in height shall be constructed and maintained in areas adjacent to permitted parking areas, to be located between the parking area and the lot line. A single-family residence or permitted accessory structure may serve as part of the screen. Existing natural vegetation may also serve as all or part of the required screen provided such natural vegetation provides the same degree of screening year-round, as required herein. In the event...Commercial Vehicles: Except where permitted under subsection C of this section, no commercial vehicle shall be parked on any single-family lot unless substantially screened from view or enclosed, unless such vehicle is providing a required service for the dwelling on such lot, and then only for the period of time which is required to provide such service. J. Recreational Vehicles: Where permitted under subsection C of this section not more than one recreational vehicle may be parked or located

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North Aurora · 9.34.010

Definitions

Summary

This section provides definitions for terms used in the North Aurora ordinance concerning smoking in public places. It defines terms such as 'Bar', 'Employee', 'Employer', 'Enclosed area', and 'Healthcare facility'.

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constitution or both to govern its activities, and has been granted an exemption from the payment of federal income tax as a club under 26 U.S.C. Section 501. "Private residence" means the part of a structure used as a dwelling, including, without limitation: a private home, townhouse, condominium, apartment, mobilehome, vacation home, cabin or cottage. For the purposes of this definition, a hotel, motel, inn, resort, lodge, bed and breakfast or other similar public accommodation, hospital, nursing home or assisted...store" means a retail establishment that derives more than eighty (80) percent of its gross revenue from the sale of loose tobacco, plants, or herbs and cigars, cigarettes, pipes and other smoking devices for burning tobacco and related smoking accessories and in which the sale of other products is merely incidental. "Retail tobacco store" does not include a tobacco department or section of a larger commercial establishment or any establishment with any type of liquor, food or restaurant license. "Smoke

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Darien · 5A-5.17

Electric Vehicle Charging Stations

Summary

This section permits electric vehicle charging stations as accessory uses in all zoning districts, with specific requirements for parking, quantity, and accessibility. It also mandates pre-wiring for future installations in new residential and nonresidential construction.

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General: 1. Electric vehicle charging stations and infrastructure shall be permitted as accessory uses to lawfully established principal uses in all zoning districts. 2. If the primary use of a parcel is the retail charging of electric vehicle batteries, then the use shall be considered as an "Automobile Service Station" for zoning purposes. (B) Parking and Quantity Requirements: 1. Electric vehicle charging stations may be counted toward satisfying minimum off-street parking space requirements. A parking space served by electric...parking spaces. 2. Public electric vehicle charging stations must be reserved for parking and charging electric vehicles. 3. No minimum number of charging station spaces is required. (a) New Construction. (1) Residential: All new single-family and multi-family dwellings with garages be constructed to provide 220-240 volt/40-amp outlet on a dedicated circuit in close proximity to designated vehicle parking to accommodate the potential future hardwire installation of a Level 2 charging station. (2) Nonresidential: All new and expanded

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Oak Lawn · 4.5A-2

Use Regulations

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This section outlines the permitted uses within the R-1 Single-Family Residence District in Oak Lawn, including single-family dwellings, accessory buildings, home occupations, schools, libraries, and small community residences with specific siting and permitting requirements. It also includes a restriction on parking large trucks.

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building or premises shall be used for the following purposes: Accessory buildings, subject to section 4-2-4-1 of this title. Home occupations, subject to section 4-1-6 of this title. No truck in excess of one and one-half (1 1 / 2 ) tons' capacity may be parked, except momentarily, on private property in this district. Parking in conjunction with the use established in the district and subject to the provisions of chapter 13 of this title. Parks...having no rooms regularly used for housing or sleeping purposes. Public libraries. Satellite dish antennas subject to section 4-2-12 of this title (permit required, $25.00). Signs limited to advertising premises for sale or for rent. Single-family dwellings. Small community residences, provided: A. They are not located within one thousand two hundred feet (1,200') of another community residence; B. Prior to occupancy, a certificate of zoning compliance is applied for and received (see section

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Arlington Heights · Section 15.109

Permitting Requirements Applicable to All Floodplain Areas

Summary

This section outlines additional permitting requirements for all development within Special Flood Hazard Areas (SFHA) in Arlington Heights. It establishes public health standards for storing hazardous materials and locating utilities, mandates maintaining watercourse carrying capacity for certain projects, and requires buildings within the SFHA to be protected from flood damage.

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above unless: 1) They are on site for fewer than 180 consecutive days; and, 2) They are fully licensed, ready for highway use, and used only for recreation, camping, travel or seasonal use rather than as a permanent dwelling. A recreational vehicle is ready for highway use if it is on its wheels or jacking system, is attached to the site only by quick disconnect type utility and service devices, and has no permanently attached additions. 4. Only...toxic substances will not be displaced by or released into floodwaters. Access routes elevated to or above the level of the base flood elevation shall be provided to all critical facilities. 7. Tool sheds, detached garages, and other minor accessory structures on an existing single-family platted lot, may be constructed with the lowest floor below the flood protection elevation in accordance with the following: a) The building is not used for human habitation; b) All areas below the base

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Norridge · 50.191

Definitions

Summary

This section provides definitions for various terms used in the article on Smoking In Public Places. It defines terms such as 'Bar', 'Employee', 'Employer', 'Enclosed area', 'Enclosed or partially enclosed sports arena', and 'Healthcare facility'.

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constitution, or both to govern its activities, and has been granted an exemption from the payment of federal income tax as a club under 26 U.S.C. 501. Private residence means the part of a structure used as a dwelling, including, without limitation: a private home, townhouse, condominium, apartment, mobile home, vacation home, cabin, or cottage. For the purposes of this definition, a hotel, motel, inn, resort, lodge, bed and breakfast or other similar public accommodation, hospital, nursing home, or assisted...tobacco store means a retail establishment that derives more than 80 percent of its gross revenue from the sale of loose tobacco, plants, or herbs and cigars, cigarettes, pipes, and other smoking devices for burning tobacco and related smoking accessories and in which the sale of other products is merely incidental. Retail tobacco store does not include a tobacco department or section of a larger commercial establishment or any establishment with any type of liquor, food, or restaurant license. Smoke

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Hodgkins · 12.5.4

Protecting Buildings

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This section mandates that all buildings in a 100-year floodplain must be protected from flood damage below the flood protection elevation. This applies to new construction, substantial improvements, substantial damage repairs, manufactured homes, RVs, and repetitive loss structures.

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They are on site for fewer than one hundred eighty (180) consecutive days; and b. They are fully licensed, ready for highway use, and used only for recreation, camping, travel or seasonal use rather than as a permanent dwelling. A recreational vehicle is ready for highway use if it is on its wheels or jacking system, is attached to the site only by quick disconnect type utility and service devices, and has no permanently attached additions. D. Only a nonresidential...released into floodwaters. Access routes elevated to or above the level of the base flood elevation shall be provided to all critical facilities. (Ord. 08-07, 6-9-2008; amd. 2016 Code) G. Toolsheds, detached garages, and other minor accessory structures on an existing single-family platted lot may be constructed with the lowest floor below the flood protection elevation in accordance with the following: 1. The building is not used for human habitation; and 2. All areas below

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Hillside · 8.1

Scope of regulations

Summary

This section outlines the applicability of off-street parking and loading regulations to new construction, alterations, enlargements, and changes in use. It also includes a grandfathering clause for projects with existing building permits.

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street parking and off-street loading provisions of this ordinance shall apply as follows: 8.1(1) Accessory off-street parking and off-street loading facilities shall be provided as required by the regulations of this article for all buildings and structures erected, altered, or enlarged and all use of land established in each district after the effective date of this ordinance, except that where a building permit has been issued prior to the effective date of this ordinance, and provided...amounts required by the ordinance in effect at the date of issuance of the building permit shall govern. 8.1(2) When the intensity of use of any building, structure, or premises is increased through the addition of dwelling units, gross floor area, seating capacity, or other units of measurement, such increase shall be permitted only if the required parking and loading facilities for the addition are also provided. 8.1(3) Whenever the existing use of a building or structure shall

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Geneva · 11.3.12

WIRELESS COMMUNICATION FACILITIES

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This section outlines the purpose of regulations governing wireless communication facilities in Geneva. It aims to balance the growing need for telecommunication services with the protection of public health, safety, welfare, and the character of the city, while acknowledging federal and state mandates.

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subsections 1.—8. above: (i) Setbacks: A new tower approved for replacement shall not be required to meet new setback standards so long as the new tower and its equipment compound are no closer to any property lines or dwelling units as the tower and equipment compound being replaced. The intent is to encourage the replacement process, not penalize the tower owner for the change out of the old facility. (For example, if a new tower is replacing...radio frequency range of each antenna. 4. Documentation showing that the proposed facility meets the building standards and setback requirements set forth in subsection F. of this section. 5. A site plan depicting the proposed tower and any accessory buildings or facilities located on the ground. (Ord. No. 2018-27, § 3, 8-6-2018) Editor's note— Ord. No. 2018-27, § 3, adopted August 6, 2018, repealed the § 11-3-12, and enacted

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Worth · 8.22.1

Definitions

Summary

This section defines various terms used within the Worth Clean Air Provisions, including ACT, BAR, EMPLOYEE, EMPLOYER, ENCLOSED AREA, ENCLOSED OR PARTIALLY ENCLOSED SPORTS ARENA, GAMING EQUIPMENT OR SUPPLIES, GAMING FACILITY, and HEALTHCARE FACILITY. These definitions clarify the scope and application of the ordinance's clean air regulations.

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bylaws, a constitution or both to govern its activities, and has been granted an exemption from the payment of federal income tax as a club under 26 USC 501. PRIVATE RESIDENCE: The part of a structure used as a dwelling, including, without limitation: a private home, townhouse, condominium, apartment, mobile home, vacation home, cabin, or cottage. For the purposes of this definition, a hotel, motel, inn, resort, lodge, bed and breakfast or other similar public accommodation, hospital, nursing home...TOBACCO STORE: A retail establishment that derives more than eighty percent (80%) of its gross revenue from the sale of loose tobacco, plants, or herbs and cigars, cigarettes, pipes, and other smoking devices for buying tobacco and related smoking accessories and in which the sale of other products is merely incidental. "Retail tobacco store" does not include a tobacco department or section of a larger commercial establishment or any establishment with any type of liquor, food, or restaurant license. SMOKE

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Mount Prospect · 21.103

Building Code Adopted

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This section adopts the 2021 International Building Code for Mount Prospect, with specific modifications and deletions. It clarifies jurisdiction, updates plumbing and energy code references, and redirects permit, fee, and appeal processes to other Village Code sections.

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shall be inserted to be and read as follows: 910.2.3. Smoke And Heat Vents: An approved smoke hatch shall be installed at the top of all interior stairwells in non-residential buildings and are not required in single family dwellings. 13. Subsection 1807.1.3 Rubble stone foundation walls, shall be deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following: 1807.1.3 Rubble stone foundation walls, All rubble stone foundation walls are hereby prohibited. 14. Subsection 1807.1.4 Permanent wood foundation systems, shall...tests and shall be responsible for the care and safe operation of such equipment during its construction and until temporarily or finally accepted by the AHJ (authority having jurisdiction) elevator inspector. Maintenance Items: All operating and electrical parts and accessory equipment or devices subject to this code shall be maintained in a safe operating condition. The maintenance of elevators, dumbwaiters and escalators shall conform to ASME A17.1, which is listed in appendix A. Unsafe Conditions: If, upon inspection, any equipment

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Lombard · 94.05

Schedule B: Notice not required; nuisances defined

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This section defines several nuisances in Lombard that allow for immediate issuance of citations without prior notice. These nuisances include improper placement of items on parkways, animal grazing and waste, and various forms of open burning.

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shopping carts and adherence to this division (3) should not be deemed a violation of division (2) above; (H) Parking in violation of posted signs upon institutional property such as, but not limited to schools, religious institutions and multiple-dwelling complexes, containing 20 or more units, shall be deemed a trespass and thereby a nuisance under this subchapter, subject to the following: the designation and posting of "no parking" areas shall have been inspected by the Police Chief, and approved...associated recreational vehicles or recreational trailers (K) The repair work or service of motor vehicles of any kind in conjunction with parking or loading facilities, except for emergency repair service necessary to start vehicles or the washing of accessory vehicles. (L) Outdoor parking of more than one recreational vehicle or more than one trailer (as defined by 625 ILCS 5/1-209) used to transport or store any recreational vehicle such as motorized or nonmotorized watercraft, all-terrain vehicles, bicycles

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Lindenhurst · 159.7.602

Off Street Parking Requirements

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This section outlines the requirements for off-street parking in Lindenhurst, specifying dimensions, access, surfacing, curb and gutter, and stall marking for various uses and zoning districts.

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parking for all vehicles in accordance with the following. (A) Adequate Access: Adequate access to a public street must be provided for each parking space, and driveways must be at least 12 feet wide for 1- and 2-family dwellings, and a minimum of 24 feet wide for all other uses. Each required off street parking space must open directly onto an aisle or driveway that is wide enough to provide safe and efficient means of vehicular access...legible at all times. (F) Landscaping: All public off street parking areas that serve 5 vehicles or more and are created or redesigned and rebuilt subsequent to the adoption of this chapter must be provided with accessory landscape areas meeting all applicable requirements of § 159-7.700 of this part. (G) Parking Spaces For Use By Persons With Disabilities: All open, off street parking areas must provide parking spaces for persons with disabilities that comply with applicable Federal and State requirements

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Park City · 17.32.020

Permitted uses

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This section outlines the permitted uses within Park City's 32-I Industrial District. It includes a broad range of light manufacturing, industrial activities, and specific commercial services, alongside provisions for accessory uses and the incorporation of uses from various commercial districts.

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Automobile rental facilities. C. Bakery plants. D. Blueprint, graphics, and/or drafting services. E. Bottling plants. F. Broadcast stations (radio and television). G. Commercial schools. H. Contractor's equipment/supplies storage. I. Contractor's construction offices. J. Dairy products manufacturing. K. Dwelling unit of caretaker or guard. L. Exterminating or fumigating shop. M. Food processing/packaging plants. N. Indoor laboratories, research, development and testing facilities. O. Laundry and dry cleaning plants. P. Lawn, garden and landscape service/supply facilities. Q. Lumber and building material...purposes for a period not to exceed six months in any one year. BB. Trailer rental and repair with ancillary outdoor storage. CC. Warehousing, storage and distribution facilities. DD. Welding shops. EE. Woodworking, cabinetmaking and wood products manufacturing. FF. Accessory uses, buildings, and structures to all permitted uses in the district, including off-street parking and loading and signs as provided herein. GG. All permitted uses permitted in the C-1 convenience commercial district, the C-2 neighborhood district

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Oak Lawn · 4.11B-4

Definitions

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This section of the Oak Lawn municipal ordinance, filed under Article B. Planned Commercial And Planned Office Developments, provides definitions for terms relevant to the development and construction of commercial and office spaces. It clarifies terms such as 'Below Grade Occupancy,' 'Complete Preliminary Building Plans,' 'Covenant Agreement,' 'Efficiency Unit,' 'Final Plans,' and 'Floor Area.'

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more buildings, easements and cross easements, common driveways and/or parking area agreements, maintenance agreements for common open space, and such other provisions as may be necessary to maintain the intent and purpose of this Article. EFFICIENCY UNIT: A dwelling unit consisting of one principal room used for living, dining and sleeping purposes with a kitchen area, either included within the room or as a separate room, and with a three-fixture bathroom including a bathtub/shower combination. FINAL PLANS: Final working...stairwells, mechanical equipment rooms, spaces and chases (except equipment located on the roof), attic space having headroom of seven feet (7') or more, interior balconies and mezzanines, enclosed porches, lobbies and corridors, and all other floor areas devoted to accessory uses. However, any space devoted to off-street parking or loading for commercial or office use shall not be included in floor area. FLOOR AREA RATIO (FAR): Total floor area as defined herein divided by the total lot area after

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Oak Forest · 159.02

Definitions

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This section provides definitions for terms used throughout the chapter, including 'ACCESSORY STRUCTURE', 'BASE FLOOD', 'BUILDING', and 'CHANNEL'. These definitions are crucial for interpreting and applying the regulations within the chapter, particularly those related to floodways and water bodies.

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purposes of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning. ACCESSORY STRUCTURE. A non-habitable structure which is on the same parcel of property as the principal structure to be insured and the use of which is incidental to the use of the principal structure. ACT. An act in relation to the regulation of the rivers, lakes and streams of the State of Illinois, ILCS...chassis; (2) Four hundred square feet or less when measured at the largest horizontal projection; (3) Designed to be self-propelled or permanently towable by a light duty truck; and (4) Designed primarily not for use as a permanent dwelling but as temporary living quarters for recreational, camping, travel, or seasonal use. REGIONAL PERMITS. Regional permits are offered for pre-approved projects which are considered minor projects that are permissible per IDNR/OWR Part 3708 rules for Northeastern Illinois regulatory floodways

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Oak Forest · 156.27

Permitted Uses

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This section outlines the permitted zoning districts and height limitations for telecommunications facilities, towers, and antennas in Oak Forest. It distinguishes between allowances in manufacturing, commercial, and residential districts, as well as special provisions for PUDs and rooftop installations, and a process for exceeding height limits as a conditional use.

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tower comply with all of the requirements in § 156.28 of this chapter; (b) The tower are exclusively operated by the residential occupant of the premises on which the tower is located; and (c) The towers are an accessory use to the principal permitted use(s) of the zoning district. (4) In new PUD’s as approved in accordance with the PUD process provided, however, that the standards for the underlying zoning classification shall serve as a basic guideline for approval...height limitations permitted by this section may be allowed as a conditional use pursuant to § 156.30 of this chapter. (B) Rooftop installations. Rooftop mounted towers and antennas may be located as a matter of right on any multiple-family dwellings and nonresidential buildings in the city subject to the following requirements: (1) The building is at least 30 feet in height, and the tower and antenna will add no more than a total of 20 feet to the height

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Arlington Heights · Section 15.102

Definitions

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This section of the Arlington Heights municipal code defines key terms used within the Regulations For Development In Special Flood Hazard Areas chapter. These definitions provide clarity on terminology related to flood events, structures, and land modifications.

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purposes of this Chapter, the following definitions are adopted: Accessory Structure. A non-habitable structure which is on the same parcel of property as the principal structure to be insured and the use of which is incidental to the use of the principal structure. Act. An act in relation to the regulation of the rivers, lakes and streams of the State of Illinois," 615 ILCS 5/5 et seq. Applicant. Any person, firm, corporation or agency which submits an application. Appropriate...chassis; 2. Four hundred square feet or less when measured at the largest horizontal projection; 3. Designed to be self-propelled or permanently towable by a light duty truck; and 4. Designed primarily not for use as a permanent dwelling but as temporary living quarters for recreational, camping, travel, or seasonal use. Regional Permits. Regional permits are offered for pre-approved projects which are considered minor projects that are permissible per IDNR/OWR Part 3708 rules for Northeastern Illinois regulatory floodways

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