This section defines and categorizes "special uses" in Hillside's zoning ordinance. Special uses are permitted uses that require careful regulation due to their potential impact, falling into categories of public/utility, private with unique needs, or planned developments. The section also outlines the initiation and initial processing steps for special use applications.
Section Text
side yard on each side of the building at least 75 feet wide. 11.7(4)(f)(iii) There shall be a rear yard of at least 100 feet. 11.7(4)(f)(iv) The area covered by buildings, including accessory buildings shall not exceed 40 percent of the total lot area. 11.7(4)(g) Dog kennels: Shall be on a lot of not less than three acres and no structures shall be nearer than 100 feet to any property line...unit housing developments that are restricted to older adults, usually 55 years of age or older and shall be defined as housing for the elderly as provided for federal housing guidelines. 11.7(4)(v)(ii) Maximum density of 40 dwelling units per acre. 11.7(4)(v)(iii) Maximum floor to area ratio-1.1. 11.7(4)(v)(iv) Maximum lot coverage. The area covered by the buildings shall not exceed 30 percent of the total lot area. 11.7(4)(w) Data
Zoning & Land Use
Geneva·11.14A-6
CONTENTS OF SITE PLAN APPLICATION
Summary
This section outlines the required information and materials for site plan applications, distinguishing between new applications and those requiring reapproval due to changes. It specifies drawing scales, sheet sizes, and general content, including an existing conditions map.
Section Text
lengths of all streets and all property lines. 15. All building restriction lines, highway setback lines, easements, covenants, reservations and rights-of-way. 16. Date, scale and north point. 17. Existing development on the site including principal and accessory buildings, off-street parking and loading areas, and other improvements, as applicable.
C. Separate Site Plan: A separate site plan shall be prepared to show the general location, dimensions, size and height of the following regarding the proposed development...control erosion on slopes of fifteen percent (15%) or more. 9. Recreation areas. 10. Natural and artificial watercourses and bodies of water and wetlands. 11. Distances between buildings. 12. Calculations of the following, as applicable:
a. Number of dwelling units or square footage of nonresidential uses;
b. Number of parking spaces;
c. Number of loading spaces;
d. Total land area;
e. Total landscaped area;
f. Total open space;
g. Total impervious surface. 13. Tentative plans for collecting and depositing stormwater
Zoning & Land Use
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.
Section Text
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
Zoning & Land Use
McCullom Lake·5.5.2
Definitions
Summary
This section provides definitions for terms used throughout the chapter, focusing on floodway regulations and construction. Key terms include 'accessory structure,' 'appropriate use,' 'base flood,' and 'channel modification.'
Section Text
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
Environment & Natural Resources
Park Forest·46.2
Definitions
Summary
This section defines key terms used in the Park Forest chapter concerning floods and floodway regulations. It establishes definitions for terms like 'Accessory structure,' 'Appropriate use,' 'Base flood,' and 'Building' to ensure consistent interpretation and enforcement of the chapter.
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 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 means an act in relation...single chassis;
(2) 400 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 means permits offered for pre-approved projects which are considered minor projects that are permissible per IDNR/OWR Part 3708 rules for Northeastern Illinois regulatory floodways
Environment & Natural Resources
Hodgkins·12.5.4
Protecting Buildings
Summary
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.
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...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
Environment & Natural Resources
Blue Island·156.002
Definitions
Summary
This section defines key terms used within the chapter, including specific legal acts and flood-related terminology like 'Base Flood' and 'Base Flood Elevation'. It also defines structural and natural features such as 'Accessory Structure', 'Building', and 'Channel'.
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 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, 615 ILCS 5/5 et seq.
APPLICANT. Any person, firm...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
General Provisions
Riverside·6.2.13
Keeping Certain Pets Outdoors
Summary
This section requires a license and building permit for keeping 'Outdoor Pets' (defined as animals with outdoor access on private property, excluding dogs, cats, hens, and bees) on privately owned property. The process involves an application with fees, a survey, and notification to adjacent landowners.
Section Text
owner.
(E) Confinement: All Outdoor Pets shall be kept entirely confined on the licensee's property.
(F) Location of Structures: Structures used for sheltering Outdoor Pets shall be permitted only in conjunction with a single-family detached dwelling, shall be located only in a rear yard, shall be erected or maintained at least thirty feet (30') from any structure authorized for residency other than that of the owner, shall be set back at least fifteen feet (15') from all property...secure from predators.
2. Structures shall be designed and constructed with adequate ventilation and in a manner that allows them to be easily cleaned.
3. The maximum size of structures shall be limited to the maximum size allowed for accessory buildings per Section 10-7-3 in this Title.
(H) Maintenance of Sanitary Conditions: Structures used for sheltering Outdoor Pets and all other areas of the property used by the Outdoor Pets shall be kept clean, sanitary, and reasonably free
Public Safety & Law Enforcement
Frankfort·152.002
Definitions
Summary
This section provides definitions for terms used throughout the chapter, including those related to structures, flood events, and regulatory bodies. It establishes a framework for understanding the specific regulations that follow.
Section Text
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.
ACOE. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS. A federal agency providing military and public works services to the United States, including but not limited to the planning, designing...THALWEG. A line along the lowest point in a channel.
TRANSITION SECTION. Reaches of the stream or floodway where water flows from a narrow cross-section to a wide cross-section or vice versa.
USABLE SPACE. Space used for dwelling, storage, utilities, or other beneficial purposes, including without limitation basements.
VIOLATION. The failure of a structure or other development to be fully compliant with the community’s floodplain management regulations. A structure or other development without the elevation certificate, other
General Provisions
Blue Island·93.36
Automatic Sprinkler Systems
Summary
This section outlines the requirements for automatic sprinkler systems in new construction within Blue Island, specifying when they are mandatory based on building occupancy type, occupant load, fire area size, and building height. It also applies to substantial alterations and specified changes in use of existing buildings.
Section Text
Required in all Group A occupancies with a fire area over 5,000 square feet.
(c) Required in all Group A high-rise buildings (defined as 55 feet or taller).
(d) Required in all enclosed Group A-5 accessory use areas in excess of 1,000 square feet.
(2) Group B (Business).
(a) Required for all buildings with fire areas exceeding 5,000 square feet.
(b) Required for buildings occupancies with an occupant load of 300 or more.
(c) Required...mattresses exceeds 5,000 square feet.
(8) Group R (Residential).
(1) R-1 (Hotels, Motels): Sprinklers required per NFPA 13.
(2) R-2 (Apartments, Dorms): Sprinklers required per NFPA 13R or 13.
(3) R-3 (One- and Two-family Dwellings): Sprinklers required per NFPA 13D.
(4) R-4 (Assisted Living): Sprinklers required per NFPA 13R.
(9) Group S (Storage).
(a) Required when the fire area exceeds over 5,000 square feet.
(b) Required when the S-1 fire area
Public Safety & Law Enforcement
North Aurora·15.12.020
Additions, amendments, and deletions
Summary
This section revises the 2020 National Electrical Code by establishing minimum 200-ampere service panel requirements for new single and two-family dwellings, modifying wiring methods for service entrance conductors, and deleting several outdated wiring methods.
Section Text
sections of the 2020 National Electric Code listed below are hereby revised as follows:
Article 230.2(F) Minimum Service adds a new section. All panel board installations for new One- and Two-Family dwellings shall be a minimum of 200-ampere rated. The main service disconnecting means (circuit breaker or fused switch) shall be 200-ampere rated.
Article 230.43 Wiring Methods for 1000 Volts, Nominal, or Less is hereby amended to delete methods (1) through (20) and replace as follows...replace with the following text: manufactured wiring shall not be allowed in any concealed location as defined in Article 100 or outdoor locations.
Article 604.100(3) Flexible Cord is amended to delete in its entirety.
Article 605.6 Lighting Accessories is amended to add the following subsection after (C): (D) Task Lighting. Task lighting for office furnishing shall be individually fused
Buildings & Construction
Park Forest·18.157
Premises conditions
Summary
This section mandates that all exterior property areas and premises be maintained in a clean, safe, and sanitary condition, free from accumulations of rubbish, garbage, and stagnant water. It also specifies requirements for waste containers, pest control, paving of certain areas, upkeep of public access paved areas, weed control, screening of salvage yards, and prohibits certain discharges.
Section Text
food establishments shall be paved with bituminous, concrete or equivalent surfacing and shall be free from dirt and other litter and kept in good repair. When lighted for nighttime use, lights shall not be permitted to cast directly upon dwellings nearby.
(e) An owner of a structure or property shall be responsible for the extermination of insects, rats, vermin, or other pests in all exterior areas of the premises.
(f) All sidewalks, steps, driveways, parking spaces and similar paved areas...conductors, fans or blowers discharging gases, steam, vapor, hot air, grease, smoke, odors or other gaseous or particulate wastes so as to discharge directly upon abutting or adjacent public and private property or that of another tenant.
(j) All accessory structures, including outbuildings, fences and walls, shall be maintained in a structurally sound manner.
(Code
Buildings & Construction
Park Forest·42.44
Amendments
Summary
This section amends the International Fire Code, 2018, by updating the jurisdiction's name, establishing a fee schedule for various permits, modifying penalty provisions for violations, and prohibiting a broad range of open burning with a limited exception for permitted ecological burns.
Section Text
approved.
EXCEPTION: Monitoring by a supervising station is not required for: 1. Single or multiple-station smoke alarms, unless otherwise specified. 2. Smoke detectors in Group I-3 occupancies. 3. Automatic sprinkler systems in one- and two-family dwellings.
SECTION 1029.2 Assembly main exit is amended by adding the following text at the end: "Exception: The main exit shall be of sufficient width to accommodate not less than two-thirds of the occupant load in new assembly occupancies...square footage of the building or structure.
Note: Section 1103.5 is adopted to supersede the International Residential Code and the International Building Code as adopted by the Village.
Exception: The above stated area calculations shall not include residential accessory buildings like garages, sheds, pool houses or similar structures.
SECTION 1104.5 Illumination emergency power is amended by deleting the exception following Item 1. Group A having 50 or more occupants, "Any Assembly occupancy used exclusively as a place of worship
Park City·17.32.020
Permitted uses
Summary
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.
Section Text
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
Zoning & Land Use
North Aurora·9.34.060
Exemptions
Summary
This section outlines specific exemptions to the general prohibition of smoking in public places in North Aurora. It details where smoking is permitted, including private residences (with exceptions), retail tobacco stores, designated rooms in nursing homes, and hotel/motel rooms.
Section Text
Notwithstanding any other provision of this Act, smoking is allowed in the following areas:
A. Private residences or dwelling places, except when used as a child care, adult day care, or healthcare facility or any other home-based business open to the public;
B. Retail tobacco stores (as defined in Section 9.34.010 of this chapter) in operation prior to the effective date of the Act. The retail tobacco store shall annually file with the Illinois Department of Public Health...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
Business & Licensing
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.
Section Text
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
Buildings & Construction
Homewood·44.05.08
Screening
Summary
This section mandates screening for grease traps, trash, and recycling receptacles on all four sides with solid, opaque materials for most uses, excluding single-family dwellings and duplexes. It specifies location, dimensions, materials, landscaping, and operational requirements for these enclosures.
Section Text
Applicability. All screening requirements of section 44-05-08 shall apply to all uses except single-family detached dwellings, duplexes, or townhomes.
(b) Grease traps, trash, and recycling receptacles.
(1) Requirement. Grease traps, trash, and recycling receptacles shall be screened on all four sides with solid, opaque materials, including the gate.
(2) Location.
a. Grease traps, trash, and recycling receptacle enclosures shall not occupy areas designate for required parking spaces or loading spaces.
b. Enclosures shall not be located...building equipment.
(1) Requirements.
a. Provide screening for all ground or wall-mounted building equipment, including, but not limited to: generators, air conditioning condensers, heat pumps, ventilation units, and any related utility structures and equipment.
b. Tanks and/or silos accessory to a brewery, winery, and/or distillery are exempt from these requirements.
c. Provide screening for equipment that is visible from any public right-of-way or adjacent property. Equipment that is located in an interior side or rear yard
Zoning & Land Use
Justice·12.106
Definitions:
Summary
This section of the Justice municipal ordinance provides definitions for key terms used within the C-1 Planned Commercial And Office Development District zoning domain. It clarifies terminology related to building occupancy, plans, agreements, and unit types.
Section Text
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 division.
Efficiency Unit means a dwelling unit consisting of one (1) 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 (3) fixtured bathroom including a bath tub/shower combination...wells, mechanical equipment rooms, spaces and chases (except equipment located on the roof), attic space having headroom of seven (7) feet 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 (F.A.R.) means total floor area as defined in this section divided by the total
Zoning & Land Use
Homewood·44.08.05
Nonconforming lots of record
Summary
This section regulates existing lots that don't meet current lot area or width requirements. It allows for improvements on single nonconforming lots in R-1 and R-2 districts under specific conditions, and consolidates adjoining lots held in common ownership into a single parcel unless a variance is granted.
Section Text
section.
(a) Individual lots of record in the R-1 and R-2 zoning districts. In the R-1 and R-2 zoning districts, notwithstanding limitations imposed by other provisions of this chapter, a legally established use and its accessory building(s) and/or structure(s) may be erected on a single nonconforming lot of record, provided that the lot is in separate ownership and all other requirements of this chapter are met.
(b) Lots of record held in common ownership...other means, which does not comply with all provisions of this chapter, unless the owner has been granted a variance in accordance with section 44-07-12. This provision shall not prevent the division of existing multi-family dwelling units into separate ownership, such as condominiums or fee simple townhomes.
(c) Variance. A variance from this section may be obtained to permit the separation of two adjoining lots held in common ownership, provided that the planning and zoning commission finds
Zoning & Land Use
Flossmoor·285.23.3
Design and maintenance
Summary
This section establishes minimum dimensions for off-street parking spaces and garages, mandates vertical clearance, and outlines requirements for demarcating spaces, aisles, and landscaping adjacent to aisles.
Section Text
shall project into this minimum clearance.(2) There shall be no obstruction with or near the bounds of any required off-street parking space that would interfere with the normal availability and use thereof.(3) For garages, which are accessory to single-family and multifamily residential uses, the minimum vertical clearance shall be seven feet.[Amended 7-18-1988 by Ord. No. 869]B. Demarcated spaces.(1) All spaces and means of ingress and egress shall be laid...least 22 feet in width if designed for two-way traffic and at least 12 feet in width if designed for one-way traffic.D. Turning radii/turnaround requirements. All parking areas, except for detached single-family and townhouse dwellings, shall have a circular traffic pattern and adequate maneuvering space to allow safe vehicular entrance and exit. No backing out onto a public street shall be permitted.E. Entrances.(1) No entrance or exit from any parking area shall exceed 40 feet
Zoning & Land Use
Huntley·132.001
Definitions
Summary
This section defines key terms used within the chapter regulating smoking in public places and places of employment in Huntley. It provides specific meanings for terms like 'Bar', 'Employee', 'Employer', and 'Enclosed area'.
Section Text
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 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. A hotel, motel, inn, resort, lodge, bed and breakfast or other similar public accommodation, hospital, nursing home, or assisted living facility shall not be considered...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. The term "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
Business & Licensing
Beecher·7.2.3
Definitions
Summary
This section provides definitions for terms used in the chapter, including specific definitions for 'Bar', 'Employee', 'Employer', and various types of enclosed spaces and facilities. It also references external definitions for 'ACT' and 'GAMING EQUIPMENT OR SUPPLIES'.
Section Text
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 section 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, or assisted...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
Health & Sanitation
Huntley·132.004
Exemptions
Summary
This section outlines specific exemptions to general smoking prohibitions in Huntley, allowing smoking in private residences under certain conditions, retail tobacco stores, private rooms in nursing homes, and designated hotel/motel rooms.
Section Text
Notwithstanding any other provision, 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 132.001 in operation prior to the effective date of the amendatory Act of the 95th General Assembly. The retail tobacco store shall annually file with the Department by January...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 amendatory 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
Business & Licensing
Palos Hills·15.36.020
Definitions
Summary
This section provides definitions for terms used throughout Chapter 36, which governs development in special flood hazard areas. Key definitions include 'base flood,' 'base flood elevation,' and 'applicant' for a floodplain development permit.
Section Text
purposes of this chapter, the following definitions are adopted: 1. "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. 2. "Act" means an act in relation to the regulation of the rivers, lakes and streams of the State of Illinois, 615 ILCS 5/5 et seq. 3. "Applicant" means any person, firm, corporation...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. 47. "Regional permits" means 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
Environment & Natural Resources
Huntley·156.027
(RE-2) Residential Estate District
Summary
This section establishes the (RE-2) Residential Estate District in Huntley, aiming to preserve low-density areas with a rural character. It outlines permitted uses such as various forms of farming, single-family dwellings, and public facilities, as well as special uses that require Plan Commission recommendation.
Section Text
Commercial recreation. Golf course.
(d) Public facilities. Government offices and services.
(e) Public recreation. Arboretum, playground, tot lot.
(f) Religious. Church or other place of worship, convent or monastery, rectory, Sunday school, theological seminary.
(g) Residential. Single-family dwelling.
(2) Special uses. Upon recommendation by the Plan Commission after public hearing on petition pertaining thereto, in accordance with the requirements set forth for such hearing in Article VIII of this chapter.
(a) Farming. Apiary.
(b) Agricultural business. Stable (private), small...required in the zoning district, the front yard setback requirement shall be the average setback of the existing building.
(4) Maximum height.
(a) Principal buildings.
i. Single-family: 25 feet/three stories. ii.
All other uses: 25 feet/three stories.
(b) Accessory buildings.
i. Single-family: 12 feet/two stories. ii.
All other uses: 12 feet/two stories.
(c) Detached garage: 15 feet/one story.
(5) Maximum floor area ratio.
(a) Single-family: 0.4.
(b) All other uses: 0.4.
(6) Maximum building coverage.
(a) Single