This section provides definitions for terms used in the article. It defines 'bar,' 'department,' 'employee,' 'employer,' 'enclosed area,' 'enclosed or partially enclosed sports arena,' 'gaming equipment or supplies,' and 'gaming facility.'
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. 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 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
Health & Sanitation
Niles·50.61
Permitting requirements applicable to all floodplain areas
Summary
This section outlines additional permitting requirements for development in all floodplain areas within Niles, focusing on public health standards, maintaining watercourse carrying capacity, and protecting buildings from flood damage.
Section Text
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. 3. Only a nonresidential...structurally dry floodproofed to the 500-year flood frequency elevation or three feet above the level of the of the base flood elevation shall be provided to all critical facilities. 6. 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:
i. The building is not used for human habitation; and ii.
All areas below the base
Environment & Natural Resources
Justice·3.408
Definitions:
Summary
This section provides definitions for terms related to mobile homes and manufactured homes within the Village of Justice. It clarifies definitions such as 'Dependent Mobile Home', 'Independent Mobile Home', 'Manufactured Home Accessory Buildings Or Structures', and the overarching terms 'Manufactured Home And Mobile Home'.
Section Text
village of Justice shall make a determination as to what constitutes the front.
Independent Mobile Home : A mobile home which has a self-contained toilet and bath or shower facilities.
License : Mobile home park operator's license.
Manufactured Home Accessory Buildings Or Structures : An assembly of materials forming a construction for use which contributes to the comfort, convenience or necessity of the principal building or structure served, including, among other things, awnings, cabanas, garages, storage structures, sheds, decks, carports, fences...width or forty feet (40') or more in length, or when erected on site, is three hundred twenty (320) or more square feet, and which is built on a permanent chassis and designed to be used as a dwelling with or without a permanent foundation, with wheels, tongue, lug bolts and hitch permanently removed, when connected to the required utilities, including plumbing, heating, air conditioning, and electrical systems. Any structure defined in this article as a "mobile home" shall also
Buildings & Construction
Wilmington·150.12.5
Minor variances
Summary
This section defines what constitutes a 'minor variance' in Wilmington, outlining specific percentage deviations allowed for lot area, width, depth, yard setbacks, building separation, fence/wall height, projections, sign dimensions, lot coverage, and building height. It also details the procedure for applying for such variances, requiring a meeting with the city administrator and submission of specific application materials.
Section Text
minor variance shall be defined as any one of the following:
(1) A decrease of not more than five percent (5%) of the required minimum lot area per dwelling.
(2) A decrease of not more than ten percent (10%) of the required minimum lot width or depth.
(3) A decrease of not more than fifteen percent (15%) of the required width of a side yard setback or the required building separation.
(4) A decrease not totaling more than fifteen percent...with monthly status reports on all minor variance applications received.
(F) Notwithstanding subsections (A), (B), and (D) above, the city engineer, city administrator, and chief building official may approve a minor variance waiving or reducing any setback for an accessory structure such as a deck or porch upon a finding that the conditions in subsection (C) above have been satisfied. The remedy to any denial of the variance requested shall be to follow the procedures of Sections
Zoning & Land Use
Countryside·8.6.2
Definitions
Summary
This section provides definitions for terms used in the chapter, focusing on flood hazard areas and related structures and processes. It defines key terms such as Base Flood, Base Flood Elevation, Building, and Channel.
Section Text
purposes 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...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.
REGIONAL PERMITS: Regional permits are offered for preapproved projects which are considered minor projects that are permissible per IDNR/OWR part 3708 rules for northeastern Illinois regulatory floodways. A complete
Environment & Natural Resources
Palatine·11.04
B-3 Central Business District
Summary
This section establishes the B-3 Central Business District in Palatine, outlining its legislative intent as a retail and essential service hub. It defines the district's boundaries and lists a variety of permitted retail and service uses.
Section Text
Currency exchanges. .....
(22) Dancing schools and studios. .....
(23) Delicatessens; where no on-site consumption of food is accomplished. .....
(24) Drapery stores. .....
(25) Dressmaking and millinery shops. .....
(26) Dry good stores; textiles, clothing and related articles of trade. .....
(27) Dwelling units; subject to the general conditions of section 11.04(c). .....
(28) Electronic communications equipment sales; including television and radio and repair of such items. .....
(29) Florists. .....
(30) Furrier shops. .....
(31) Gift shops. .....
(32) Hardware stores. .....
(33) Health Clubs which...listed above provided that the floor area of such establishment does not exceed fifty thousand (50,000) square feet. .....
(75) Compatible uses; per procedure and standards listed in section 11.01(f) of this ordinance. .....
(76) Village Operated Facilities .....
(e) Accessory uses. .....
(1) Those customarily incidental to the permitted uses. .....
(2) Signs, except those requiring special use approval; per regulations in Article VIII of this ordinance. .....
(3) Communication devices; per regulations in section 6.02 of this ordinance. .....
(f) Special uses
Zoning & Land Use
Justice·12.89.1
Definitions:
Summary
This section provides definitions for terms related to mobile and manufactured homes within the Village of Justice. It clarifies the distinction between independent and dependent mobile homes and defines related structures and licenses.
Section Text
village of Justice shall make a determination as to what constitutes the front.
Independent Mobile Home: A mobile home which has a self-contained toilet and bath or shower facilities.
License: Mobile home park operator’s license.
Manufactured Home Accessory Buildings Or Structures: An assembly of materials forming a construction for use which contributes to the comfort, convenience or necessity of the principal building or structure served, including, among other things, awnings, cabanas, garages, storage structures, sheds, decks, carports, fences...width or forty feet (40') or more in length, or when erected on site, is three hundred twenty (320) or more square feet, and which is built on a permanent chassis and designed to be used as a dwelling with or without a permanent foundation, with wheels, tongue, lug bolts and hitch permanently removed, when connected to the required utilities, including plumbing, heating, air conditioning, and electrical systems. Any structure defined in this section 12-89 as a “mobile home
Zoning & Land Use
Kenilworth·153.081
Parking Or Storage Of Commercial And Recreational Equipment
Summary
This ordinance section defines major commercial and recreational equipment and regulates their parking and storage in residential districts. It prohibits the parking of major commercial equipment except in enclosed buildings, with exceptions for construction. Major recreational equipment has more lenient storage options but requires screening from view, with temporary exceptions for loading/unloading.
Section Text
equipment used primarily in furtherance of a trade or business, commercial enterprise or other gainful activity
MAJOR RECREATIONAL EQUIPMENT. Including boats and boat trailers, travel trailers, pick-up campers or coaches (designed to be mounted on motor vehicles), motorized dwellings and similar recreational vehicles, tent trailers and the like, and cases or boxes used for transporting recreational equipment, whether occupied by the equipment or not.
(B) No major commercial equipment shall be parked or stored...premises.
(C) No major recreational equipment shall be parked or stored on any lot in a residence district except in a car port or enclosed building, or in the portion of the rear yard on which detached accessory buildings may be located under the provisions of the zoning regulations; provided, however, that any equipment parked or stored other than in an enclosed building shall be effectively screened from view from the street and from adjoining properties, and provided, further, that
Zoning & Land Use
Kenilworth·153.186
Restrictions
Summary
This section outlines restrictions on the use of off-street parking spaces, limiting them to occupants, patrons, visitors, or employees of the principal use. It also specifies that off-street parking facilities must be provided at the time of new construction or expansion of principal buildings.
Section Text
Restrictions as to use. Except as may otherwise be provided in the zoning regulations, off-street parking spaces accessory to principal uses permitted by the zoning regulations shall be solely for the parking of automobiles of occupants, patrons, visitors or employees.
(B) Time for complying with parking requirements. In order to provide for off-street automobile parking facilities in accordance with the conditions specified herein, a private garage constructed on the lot or parcel of land occupied by the principal...parcel of land, or, except in the case of a church or public school on an existing site, at the time the principal buildings or structures are enlarged, converted or increased in capacity by adding dwelling units, floor area, seating capacity or any other unit of measurement specified in this subchapter or are increased in the intensity of use or in occupancy content, regardless of structural change.
(Ord. 577, passed
Traffic & Vehicles
Arlington Heights·Section 15.102
Definitions
Summary
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.
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
Kildeer·9.11.2
Definitions
Summary
This section provides definitions for terms used within the chapter concerning smoking in public places. It defines 'Bar', 'Employee', 'Employer', 'Enclosed Area', 'Enclosed or Partially Enclosed Sports Arena', and 'Healthcare Facility'.
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 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
Business & Licensing
Kildeer·5.21.1
Intent
Summary
This section outlines the intent behind Kildeer's regulations for solar energy systems, aiming to promote renewable energy and sustainable practices while minimizing the visual impact of these systems. It also provides definitions for key terms related to solar energy.
Section Text
into another form of energy or transferring heat from a collector to another medium using mechanical, electrical or chemical means.
SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEM, BUILDING-INTEGRATE D: A solar energy system that is an integral part of a principal or accessory building, rather than a separate mechanical device, replacing or substituting for an architectural or structural part of the building. Building-integrated systems include, but are not limited to, photovoltaic or hot water systems that are contained within roofing materials, windows...rack or pole that is attached to the ground.
SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEM, JOINT: A solar energy collector or storage mechanism that supplies energy for structures or processes on more than one lot or in more than one dwelling unit or leasehold, but not to the general public and involves at least two (2) owners or users.
SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEM, OFF GRID: A photovoltaic solar energy system in which the circuits energized by the solar energy system are not electrically connected
Zoning & Land Use
Melrose Park·15.72.080
Permitting requirements applicable to all floodplain areas
Summary
This section outlines specific permitting requirements for development in floodplain areas, focusing on public health standards, maintaining watercourse carrying capacity, and protecting buildings from flood damage below the flood protection elevation.
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...protected to the five hundred (500) year flood elevation.
In addition, all ingress and egress from any critical facility must be protected to the five hundred (500) year flood elevation. 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 flood
Buildings & Construction
Palatine·18.38
Definitions
Summary
This section defines key terms related to clean indoor air policies, including alternative nicotine products, electronic cigarettes, enclosed areas, open-air dining areas, and places of employment.
Section Text
Solid walls with partitions and no windows, exclusive of doorways, that extend from the floor to the ceiling, including, without limitation, lobbies and corridors.
Open-air dining area means a seating area open to the air that is accessory to a restaurant, hotel cafeteria and private club or other public place, which engages in purveying commercial food or beverage services where members of the public or members of guests are invited to sit and receive food and beverage service...public, in an accredited university or government facility where the activity of smoking is exclusively conducted for the purpose of medical or scientific health-related research.
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 living
Health & Sanitation
Worth·5.6A-1
General Conditions
Summary
This section outlines general conditions for businesses within the B1 Restricted Retail Business District. It specifies that businesses must be retail-oriented, goods produced on-site must be sold on-site, dwellings are only allowed above the first floor, and most operations must be enclosed within buildings, with specific restrictions on drive-in establishments and truck parking.
Section Text
business establishments shall be retail establishments dealing directly with consumers. All goods produced on the premises shall be sold at retail on the premises where produced. (Ord. 2017-02, 2-7-2017)
B. Dwellings are only allowed on the second floor and above. (Ord. 2017-36, 11-21-2017)
C. All business, servicing, or processing, except for off street parking or loading, shall be conducted within completely enclosed buildings.
D. Establishments where the principal use is the "drive-in" type...forth herein applicable to the M1 Manufacturing District, provided that performance standards shall in every case be applied at the boundaries of the lot on which any such activities take place.
F. The parking of trucks as an accessory use, when used in the conduct of a permitted business listed hereafter in a business district shall be limited to vehicles of not over one and one- half (1 1 / 2 ) tons' capacity when located within one hundred fifty feet
Zoning & Land Use
Melrose Park·15.72.010
Definitions
Summary
This section provides definitions for terms used in the chapter regarding the regulation of development in special flood areas. It clarifies key terms like 'base flood', 'building', and 'channel'.
Section Text
purposes of this chapter, the following definitions are adopted: "Accessory structure" means 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" 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. "Applicant" means any person, firm, corporation or agency, which submits an application...Four hundred (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. "Registered land surveyor" means a land surveyor registered in the state of Illinois, under The Illinois Land Surveyors Act. (225 ILCS 330/1, et seq.) "Registered professional engineer" means
Buildings & Construction
Lake Barrington·4.3.11
Beekeeping And Apiaries
Summary
This section permits beekeeping as an accessory use in specific zoning districts in Lake Barrington, outlining conditions for the number and placement of hives, as well as management practices like water supply.
Section Text
keeping of honeybees, of the European species Apis mellifera, except for Apis mellifera scutellata Lepeletier, shall be permitted as an accessory use in any R-1, R-2, and R-5 Zoning District or in any Agricultural Overlay Zoning District, subject to the following conditions and limitations:
A. Number Of Beehives: Two (2) full beehives ("hives") and two (2) "nucleus hives" shall be permitted on residential lots and one additional beehive and one additional nucleus hive shall be permitted...unimproved right-of-way, this provision may be modified by the Building and Zoning Officer in consultation with the appropriate local roadway authority.
2. Setback To Structures: Hives shall be located a minimum of thirty feet (30') from dwellings, nonresidential buildings, patios, porches, gazebos, decks, swimming pools, or permanently affixed play equipment, on an adjacent property but may be within thirty feet (30') of storage structures such as garages and sheds.
3. Signage: A sign, identifying the presence of beehives
Animals & Animal Control
Orland Hills·153.02
Definitions
Summary
This section defines key terms used throughout the chapter related to flood hazard areas and flood protection, including definitions for base flood, base flood elevation, and various types of structures and watercourses.
Section Text
purposes of this chapter, the following definitions are adopted.
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, ILCS Ch. 615, Act 5, §§ 5 et seq.
APPLICANT. Any person, firm, corporation or agency that applies...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
Environment & Natural Resources
Stone Park·156.02
Definitions
Summary
This section provides definitions for terms used throughout the chapter, including those related to floodways, structures, and watercourses. These definitions clarify the meaning of specific language for regulatory purposes.
Section Text
purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
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, ILCS Ch. 615, Act 5, §§ 5 et seq.
APPLICANT...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.
REGISTERED LAND SURVEYOR. A land surveyor registered in the state, under the State Land Surveyors Act (ILCS Ch. 225, Act 330, §§ 1 et seq.).
REGISTERED PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER
General Provisions
Summit·7.6.9
Permitting Requirements Applicable To All Floodplain Areas
Summary
This section outlines specific permitting requirements for all development within floodplain areas in Summit, 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 recreational, 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.
(iii) 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.
(vi) 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
Buildings & Construction
Riverdale·14.36.040
Protecting buildings
Summary
This section mandates flood damage protection for buildings within a one-hundred-year floodplain, specifying criteria for new construction, alterations, substantial improvements, manufactured homes, and repetitive loss structures. It outlines methods for achieving this protection, including construction on permanent landfill meeting specific elevation and fill requirements.
Section Text
unless:
a. They are on site for fewer than one hundred eighty 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...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; and 2. All areas below
Environment & Natural Resources
Lake Forest·159.138
Residence And General Residence Districts
Summary
This section outlines minimum off-street loading berth requirements for various uses within residence and general residence districts in Lake Forest. It specifies the number of loading berths based on building gross floor area and lists requirements for different institutional, recreational, and other non-residential uses.
Section Text
street loading facilities accessory to uses allowed in the several residence and general residence districts shall be provided in accordance with the following minimum requirements.
(A) For the uses listed hereunder, one loading berth shall be provided for buildings containing 10,000 to 100,000 square feet of gross floor area, plus one additional loading berth for each additional 100,000 square feet of gross floor area or fraction thereof. Each such loading berth for buildings in excess...shall be provided.
(3) For buildings containing over 100,000 square feet of gross floor area, there shall be provided one loading berth for each 100,000 square feet or gross floor area or fraction thereof.
(F) Multiple-family dwellings and rooming houses. For buildings containing 20,000 to 200,000 square feet of gross floor area, one additional loading berth for each additional 200,000 square feet of gross floor area or fraction thereof.
(Prior Code
Zoning & Land Use
Orland Hills·110.01
Definitions
Summary
This section provides definitions for terms used within the chapter, including 'Area' (square footage calculation), types of establishments that are considered commercial, 'Container' for storage, 'Container Size' calculation, and roles like 'General Contractor' and 'Landlord'.
Section Text
definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
AREA, OR SQUARE FOOTAGE. The gross horizontal areas of each floor of the building and all exterior, above ground, storage (not parking) and display areas and accessory structures. Where there are multiple tenants, these secondary spaces shall be defined as that area leased or rented by the tenant.
COMMERCIAL AND BUSINESS ESTABLISHMENT. Any for-profit business, including but not limited to: food service, retail, wholesale, manufacturing, service...height (length x width x height) of the container.
GENERAL CONTRACTOR. The supervising contractor and/or the construction manager.
LANDLORD. Any person who is engaged in the business of renting land, buildings, or any portion of a building or dwelling unit(s).
SUBCONTRACTOR. Someone other than the general contractor or a contractor specializing in a certain area of construction.
(Ord. 88-40, passed 12-14-88; Am. Ord. 2002-015, passed 9-4-02; Am. Ord. 2003-022, passed
General Provisions
Lake Forest·159.113
B-4 Preservation Business District
Summary
The B-4 Preservation Business District aims to preserve the historic character and "village" feel of the city's core retail, residential, and office areas. It mandates review of building changes by the Historic Preservation Commission and encourages mixed-use development with residential units above ground-floor businesses, while acknowledging limited on-site parking.
Section Text
replacement buildings.
(2) Setbacks. There are no other setback requirements in this district.
(G) Height requirements. The maximum height of all principal buildings and structures shall not exceed 35 feet, or three stories, and the maximum height of all accessory buildings and structures shall not exceed 25 feet.
(H) Floor area ratio. The maximum floor area ratio for the B-4 District is 1.25. A higher floor area ratio may be considered through the Central Business District Planned Development procedures...building foot prints, landscaped areas, open space, locations of outdoor uses, parking areas and walkways;
(c) A floor plan delineating the existing and proposed floor area;
(d) Existing and proposed floor area ratio;
(e) Existing and proposed number of dwelling units;
(f) Parking calculations showing the number of spaces required and the number of existing and proposed spaces. If parking requirements are to be met through a variance or special use permit, this request must accompany the development application
Zoning & Land Use
Olympia Fields·22.340.1
Permitted uses
Summary
This section outlines the permitted uses within the Tod Transit Oriented Development District in Olympia Fields. It categorizes allowed uses into residential, commercial, institutional/utility/transportation, medical/research/development, and miscellaneous categories, with specific examples provided for each.
Section Text
following uses are permitted:
(a) Residential uses:
Home occupations.
Multiple-family (townhomes) up to three (3) dwelling units under single ownership
(b) Commercial uses:
Art galleries and studios.
Bakeries with retail sales.
Banks and other financial institutions.
Barbershops and hair salons.
Candy and ice cream stores.
Conference facilities.
Convenience stores, meat and fish markets, delicatessens.
Dry cleaners.
Florist shops.
Health clubs, gyms, and exercise establishments, including wellness and fitness centers.
Offices, professional, business, institutional and public.
Personal services (including tailors...retention facility.
Parks, forest preserves and recreational areas.
(d) Medical, research and development uses:
Medical, dental, optical offices and clinics.
Pharmacies devoted to the preparation and retailing of drugs, medicines, and surgical and orthopedic supplies.
(e) Miscellaneous uses:
Accessory uses.
Small wireless facilities.
Temporary buildings for construction purposes, for a period not to exceed the duration of such construction.
Temporary real estate office (in conjunction with a new housing development, limited to selling or renting of new units in such