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Chicago Heights · 151/2.9

Permitting requirements applicable to all floodplain areas

Summary

This section outlines permitting requirements for developments in floodplain areas of Chicago Heights, focusing on public health standards for hazardous materials and utilities, maintaining watercourse capacity, and protecting buildings from flood damage below the Flood Protection Elevation (FPE).

Section Text

They are on site for fewer than one hundred eighty (180) consecutive days; and, (ii) 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 a nonresidential...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; and b. All areas below

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Wood Dale · 4.106

Definitions

Summary

This section provides definitions for terms used within the chapter, including "ADULT BOOTH" and various categories of "ADULT ENTERTAINMENT ESTABLISHMENT" such as "Adult Cabaret". It also specifies that undefined terms will be defined by Webster's New Collegiate Dictionary.

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they occur. REGISTERED SOLICITOR: Any person who has obtained a valid certificate of registration as hereinafter provided, and which certificate is in the possession of the solicitor on his or her person while engaged in soliciting. RESIDENCE: Every separate dwelling unit occupied as a permanent place of residency by one or more persons, contained within any type of building or structure. This term does not include lodging accommodations. RETAIL SALE: A sale in small quantities or in broken lots...dress or undress in which clothing covers no more than the human genitals, pubic region, anus, and areolae of the female breast, as well as portions of the body covered by supporting straps or devices or by other minor accessory apparel such as hats, gloves and socks. SHORT TERM SALES, COMMERCIAL: Any commercial activity conducted outside but immediately adjacent to the licensed establishment on a seasonal basis, including the display of goods and outdoor cafes. SHORT TERM SALES, RESIDENTIAL: Commercial

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Zion · 70.3

Definitions

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This section of the Zion municipal ordinance provides definitions for various terms related to signs and advertising devices, including 'abandoned sign,' 'area of display,' and 'billboard.' It also includes definitions for 'building' and references an 'NFPA-703-61 standard.'

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sign is located. Coverage. The total area of the face and the roof of a building covered with signs of all types, permanent and temporary. Development sign. A sign used to identify a residential development of eight or more dwelling units, a commercial development requiring a planned unit development, or an industrial center of over five acres. Directional sign. A sign designating the location or direction of any place or area. See "Instructional signs." Doublefaced sign. A sign with copy...premises where the sign is located. Illuminated sign. A sign where the source of illumination of such sign is a part of the sign. Illuminated sign, indirectly. A sign where the source of illumination is separate from but an accessory to the sign but where such source of illumination is intended to indirectly illuminate such sign. Informational sign. See section 70-64, Nonregulated Signs. Instructional sign. Any sign which notifies or instructs the public as to limitations or regulations relating

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Chicago Heights · 21.120

Exemptions

Summary

This section outlines specific exemptions to smoking prohibitions in Chicago Heights, allowing smoking in private residences (with exceptions), retail tobacco stores, designated rooms in nursing homes, and hotel/motel rooms under certain conditions.

Section Text

Notwithstanding any other provisions of this article, smoking is allowed in the following areas: (a) Private residences or dwelling places, except when used as a child care, adult day care, or health care facility or any other home based business open to the public. (b) Retail tobacco stores as defined in section 21-117 hereunder and section 10 of the Illinois Smoke Free Act in operation prior to January 1, 2008. The retail tobacco store shall file annually with...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 this section 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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Chicago Ridge · 56.337

Scope of regulations

Summary

This section outlines the applicability of off-street parking and loading regulations. It specifies that new buildings and uses must comply, while also providing an exception for projects with permits issued before the ordinance's effective date, provided construction begins promptly. It also details requirements for increases in the intensity of use.

Section Text

street parking and loading provisions of this chapter shall apply as follows: (1) For all buildings and structures erected and all uses of land established after the effective date of the ordinance from which this chapter is derived 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 of the ordinance from...amounts required for issuance of the building permit may be provided in lieu of any different amount required by this chapter. (2) 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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Coal City · 51.1

Definitions

Summary

This section provides definitions for terms used throughout the chapter, including federal and state government entities and acts, local government entities, various types of permits and grants, and general word usage clarifications. It also begins to define biochemical oxygen demand.

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sample and/or measure discharges.INDUSTRIAL USERSIncludes establishments engaged in manufacturing activities involving the mechanical or chemical transformation of materials of substance into products.INSTITUTIONAL/GOVERNMENTAL USERIncludes schools, churches, penal institutions, and users associated with federal, state, and local governments.RESIDENTIAL USERAll dwelling units such as houses, mobile homes, apartments, permanent multifamily dwellings.USER CLASSThe type of user: residential, institutional/governmental, commercial, or industrial, as defined herein.M. Types of charges.BASIC USER CHARGEThe basic assessment levied on all users of the public sewer system.CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT CHARGEA charge...like) outstanding.LOCAL CAPITAL COST CHARGECharges for costs other than the operation, maintenance and replacement costs, such as debt service and capital improvement charges.[Amended 7-27-2016 by Ord. No. 16-16]REPLACEMENTExpenditures for obtaining and installing equipment, accessories, or appurtenances which are necessary during the useful life of the treatment works to maintain the capacity and performance for which such works were designed and constructed. The term "operation and maintenance" includes replacement.SEWAGE FUNDThe principal accounting designation for all revenues

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Countryside · 6.8.3

Definitions

Summary

This section defines key terms related to smoking regulations under the Smoke Free Act. It provides definitions for establishments like bars and gaming facilities, as well as concepts like employees, employers, and enclosed areas.

Section Text

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...sale of loose tobacco, plants, or herbs and cigars, cigarettes, pipes, and other smoking devices for burning tobacco, electronic cigarette (or e-cigarette), electronic vaping device, personal vaporizer (PV), or electronic nicotine delivery system (ENDS) 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 state liquor license or food, or restaurant

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Countryside · 6.8.8

Exemptions

Summary

This section outlines specific exemptions to smoking prohibitions under the Smoke Free Act in Countryside. It details permissible smoking locations in private residences, retail tobacco stores, nursing homes, and hotel rooms, with certain conditions attached.

Section Text

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. A landlord may restrict the use of cannabis pursuant to the cannabis regulation and tax act. B. Retail tobacco stores as defined in section 6-8-3 of this chapter in operation prior to the effective date of this...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 this chapter 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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Shorewood · 10.8.6

Schedule Of Loading Requirements

Summary

This section outlines the minimum off-street loading space requirements for various land uses in Shorewood. It specifies the number of loading berths based on building floor area and, for certain uses and building sizes, mandates minimum dimensions for these berths.

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least the following amounts of off-street loading spaces shall be provided, plus an area or means adequate for maneuvering, ingress or egress: A. Residential Uses: Multiple-family dwellings 1 off-street loading berth for all buildings containing 10,000 to 200,000 square feet of floor area, plus 1 additional loading berth for each additional 200,000 square feet of floor area thereof. Each such loading berth for buildings in excess of 100,000 square feet of floor area...area shall not be less than 12 feet in width by 65 feet in length. Motor vehicle and machinery sales Retail stores (unless specified) Restaurants (on-premises consumption facilities) Wholesale establishments (not including warehouse and storage buildings other than accessory) 1 loading berth for buildings containing 5,000 to 10,000 square feet of floor area. For buildings containing 10,000 to 40,000 square feet of floor area, 2 loading berths. Hotels (which contain exhibition or convention halls, auditoriums

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Oak Brook · 13.3.7

Trailers, Boats And Habitable Vehicles

Summary

This section regulates the storage and parking of trailers, boats, and habitable vehicles across different zoning districts in Oak Brook. It generally prohibits them as principal or accessory structures but allows for limited outdoor storage in residential and commercial districts under specific conditions, including restrictions on repairs and occupancy.

Section Text

Trailers and vehicles shall not be permitted in any district as principal or accessory structures on a lot. B. Outdoor storage in residential districts of habitable vehicles, utility trailers, horse trailers, boats on boat trailers or blocks, and other trailers shall comply with the regulations in Chapter 6, Section 13-6-3, Regulations Applicable to All Residence Districts; provided no major repair, disassembly, or rebuilding operations are conducted thereon; and provided that no habitable vehicle so stored may be occupied...building or series of buildings, provided such habitable vehicles are located on the same lot or contiguous lots to the building or series of buildings. E. Parking and occupancy of a vehicle on a lot containing a dwelling for a period not to exceed ten (10) days in any consecutive thirty (30) day period shall be permitted, only if the location of said habitable vehicle on such lot does not violate the provisions of this title in relation

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Countryside · 8.6.9

Permitting Requirements Applicable To All Floodplain Areas

Summary

This section outlines permitting requirements for all floodplain areas in Countryside, focusing on public health standards, maintaining watercourse carrying capacity, and protecting buildings from flood damage.

Section Text

They are on site for fewer than one hundred eighty (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 a nonresidential...that 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. 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: a. The building is not used for human habitation; and b. All areas below

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Crestwood · 151.02

Definitions

Summary

This section provides definitions for terms used within chapter 151 of the Crestwood municipal ordinance, which appears to regulate floodplain development. It defines key terms such as Base Flood, Base Flood Elevation, and Appropriate Uses related to floodplains.

Section Text

purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning. ACCESSORY STRUCTURE. A non-habitable building which is on the same parcel of property as the principal building to be insured and the use of which is incidental to the use of the principal building. 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...when measured at the largest horizontal projection, to include expandable room sections regardless of height; (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 Designated Floodways

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Northlake · 4.5.1

Definitions

Summary

This section provides definitions for terms related to smoking restrictions, including types of establishments, electronic cigarettes, and different types of enclosed areas.

Section Text

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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Crete · 6.27

Revisions to 2003 International Building Code

Summary

This section revises the 2003 International Building Code for the Village of Crete, IL, making changes to permit requirements, fee schedules, and specific building standards, including updates to plumbing codes and accessory structure exemptions.

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part-time employees to perform the duties and exercise the powers of the building official. Section 105.2. Work exempt from permit is amended as follows: Building 1. Existing language is deleted and replaced with following language: One-story detached accessory structures used as tool and storage sheds provided the floor area does not exceed 32 sq. ft. and no electric service is installed. 2. Deleted 3. Deleted 4. Deleted Section 105.5. Expiration. The first sentence is deleted and the following...skills or through use of skills of others, including subcontractors, shall undertake to construct or erect, or repair or alter an entire building or structure or portion thereof involving the work of one (1) or more trades. Section 301.1.1. Dwelling Unit Separation. All separation walls must be freestanding and masonry construction. Section 1612.3. Establishment of flood hazard areas. Insert: Village of Crete FEMA map dated November 6, 2000. Section 3409.2. Applicability insert: February 1, 2002. Section 3401.3. Compliance with other

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Crete · 28.349

General requirements for all districts

Summary

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.

Section Text

sign, not satisfying an exception in accordance with section 28-347, shall be permitted on a lot unless: (1) The sign is accessory to a lawfully established use; and (2) The sign is erected, constructed and maintained in conformance with this article; and (3) Written authorization to erect the sign has been received from the property owner or his agent. (b) The following requirements apply to all zoning districts subject to the exceptions therein contained: (1) It shall be unlawful...toward or onto adjacent properties located in a residential district and shall be kept to a minimum during non-business hours. Further, the shielding shall be designed such that the light source is not visible from within any residential dwelling unit, nor deemed by the zoning administrator, with consultation by the chief of police or his designee, to be directly visible by any driver on or turning onto a public right-of-way or, if indirectly visible, be a distraction

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Des Plaines · 14.1.2

Definitions

Summary

This section of the Des Plaines Flood Control Regulations provides definitions for various terms used throughout the chapter. It clarifies terminology related to flood events, structures, and water channels to ensure consistent application of the regulations.

Section Text

purpose of this chapter, the following definitions are adopted: ACCESSORY STRUCTURE: A nonhabitable 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 Illinois Compiled Statutes 5/5 et seq. APPLICANT: Any person, firm, corporation or agency which submits an application...chassis. B. Four hundred (400) square feet or less when measured at the largest horizontal projection. C. Designed to be self-propelled or permanently towable by a light duty truck. D. Designed primarily not for use as a permanent dwelling but as temporary living quarters for recreational, camping, travel, or seasonal use. REGIONAL PERMITS: Offered for preapproved projects, which are considered minor projects that are permissible per IDNR/OWR part 3708 rules for northeastern Illinois designated floodways. A complete listing

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East Hazel Crest · 7.159

Permitting requirements applicable to all floodplain areas

Summary

This section outlines permitting requirements for all developments within Special Flood Hazard Areas (SFHAs) in East Hazel Crest. It establishes standards for public health, carrying capacity of watercourses, and building protection to minimize flood damage.

Section Text

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...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. g. 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: 1. The building is not used for human habitation; 2. All areas below the base

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Rosemont · 5.7.1

Definitions

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This section defines various terms relevant to the "Smoking In Public Places" chapter in the Rosemont municipal ordinance. It clarifies terms like BAR, EMPLOYEE, EMPLOYER, ENCLOSED AREA, and others to ensure consistent interpretation and application of the chapter's regulations.

Section Text

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, or apartment. 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 living facility shall...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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Northlake · 12.1.4

Definitions

Summary

This section defines key terms used within the chapter concerning development in special flood hazard areas. It provides definitions for concepts such as Base Flood, Base Flood Elevation, Building, Channel, and Appropriated Use.

Section Text

purposes of this chapter, the following definitions are adopted: ACCESSORY STRUCTURE: A 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 Illinois Compiled Statutes 5/5 et seq. APPLICANT: Any person, firm, corporation or agency which submits an application. APPROPRIATE...Four hundred (400) square feet or less when measured at the largest horizontal projection; C. Designed to be self-propelled or permanently towable by a light duty truck; and D. Designed primarily not for use as a permanent dwelling but as temporary living quarters for recreational, camping, travel, or seasonal use. REGISTERED LAND SURVEYOR: A land surveyor registered in the state of Illinois under the Illinois land surveyors act 1 . REGISTERED PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER: An engineer registered in the state

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Elmwood Park · 11.16

Definitions

Summary

This section of the Elmwood Park municipal ordinance provides definitions for terms used within Article II: Tobacco Smoking, specifically focusing on establishments serving alcohol, employees, employers, enclosed spaces, sports arenas, gaming, and healthcare facilities.

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established 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 RESIDENCEThe 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...food or beverages on the premises, and derives more than 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 or SMOKINGThe

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Kenilworth · 153.095

Permitted And Special Uses In B Business District

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This section of the Kenilworth Municipal Ordinance outlines permitted (P) and special uses (S) within the B Business District. It specifies that uses not listed in the table are prohibited and special uses require a permit and adherence to additional standards.

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subject to the additional standards set forth in §§ 153.095 through 153.099 . Uses that are not identified in the following table are prohibited in the Business District. Description of Use Category Description of Use Category Residential Multiple-family dwellings above ground floor only P Retail Trade Antique store, including the sale of antiques and semi-antiques, but not including pawnshops P Appliance store P Art gallery and/or picture framing store P Art supply and/or stationery store P Artisan and maker space...other sporting equipment P Toy store and/or hobby shop P Wallpaper and paint store P Food and Beverage Beer, wine and spirits shop P Brew pub S Catering (as a principal use) S Craft brewery/distillery/meadery/winery S Outdoor dining accessory to restaurant, full service; restaurant, limited service; or specialty food and beverage S Restaurant, full service P Restaurant, limited service P Specialty food and beverage P Services Bank S Barber shop P Business, professional, and financial services offices above ground floor

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Elmwood Park · 1408.01

Scope of Regulations

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This section outlines the application of off-street parking and loading regulations for buildings and structures in Elmwood Park. It details exceptions for existing building permits and establishes a waiver process for additional parking requirements in certain commercial and mixed-use districts, with specific exclusions for certain dwelling types.

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Added 1-8-2024 by Ord. No. 2024-06; amended 2-3-2025 by Ord. No. 2025-16]The off street parking and off street loading provisions of this ordinance shall apply as follows:A. Accessory off street parking and off street loading facilities shall be provided as required by the regulations of this section for all buildings and structures. However where a building permit has been issued prior to the effective date of this ordinance, and provided that construction...writing and must be filed with the Village Clerk within 15 days following the decision of the director of code administration. The waiver of new or additional parking shall, under no circumstances, apply in the case of those dwellings specified at Subsections 1408.06K1b and K1d of this ordinance.C. Whenever there occurs a change in an existing use to a restaurant, or there is the erection of a new building for use as a restaurant, or there is an increase

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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.

Section Text

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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Alsip · 10.2

Definitions

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This section provides definitions for terms used in the Flood Damage Prevention chapter of the Alsip municipal ordinance. It clarifies the meaning of various words and phrases to ensure consistent interpretation and enforcement of the chapter's regulations.

Section Text

singular number include the plural number, and words in the plural number include the singular number. The words "shall" and "will" are mandatory and "may" is permissive. Words not defined shall be given their common and ordinary meaning. Accessory structure means a non-habitable building which is on the same parcel of property as the principal building to be insured and the use of which is incidental to the use of the principal building. Act means an act in relation...when measured at the largest horizontal projection, to include expandable room sections regardless of height; (c) designed to be self-propelled or permanently towable by a light duty truck; and (d) designed primarily not for use as a permanent dwelling but as temporary living quarters for recreational, camping, travel, or seasonal use. Regional permits means permits offered for pre-approved projects that are considered minor projects that are permissible per 17 Ill. Adm. Code §3708 for Northeastern Illinois designated floodways

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Elmwood Park · 11.21

Exemptions

Summary

This section outlines specific exemptions to Elmwood Park's general smoking restrictions. It details where smoking is permitted, including private residences under certain conditions, qualifying retail tobacco stores, private rooms in nursing homes, and designated hotel/motel rooms.

Section Text

Notwithstanding any other provisions of this article, smoking is allowed in the following areas:(a) Private residences or dwelling places, except when used as a childcare, adult day-care, or other healthcare facility or any other home based business open to the public.(b) Retail tobacco stores as defined in Section 11-16 of this article in operation prior to the effective date of this article, except that the consumption of cannabis is not permitted. The retail tobacco store shall...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 this article 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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