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Worth · 5.6B-1

General Conditions

Summary

This section outlines general conditions for the B2 General Business District. It prohibits dwellings, mandates retail sales of produced or serviced goods, requires most business activities to be conducted within enclosed buildings, and sets performance standards for production and servicing activities.

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Except as noted in section 5-6B-3 of this article, dwellings are prohibited in the B2 District. (Ord. 2017-36, 11-21-2017) B. All goods produced or serviced on the premises shall be sold or serviced at retail. C. All business, servicing, or processing, except for off street parking or loading, and establishments of the "drive-in" type offering goods or services to customers or being served, utilizing the services in parked motor vehicles, shall be conducted...established for the M1 Manufacturing District, provided that performance standards shall, in each case, be applied at the boundaries of the zoning lot on which such activity takes place. E. The parking of trucks in the open as an accessory use, when used in the conduct of a permitted business listed hereinafter, shall be limited to vehicles of not over one and one-half (1 1 / 2 ) tons' capacity, when located within one hundred fifty feet (150') of a residence

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Midlothian · 4.8.2

Residential Code Adopted

Summary

This section adopts the 2018 International Residential Code for Midlothian, with specific modifications and replacements for references to other International Codes and NFPA standards.

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edition of the International Residential Code, shall apply: 1. Section 101.1 shall name the Village of Midlothian as the jurisdiction and shall state the following: These regulations shall be known as the Residential Code for One and Two-family Dwellings in the Village of Midlothian, hereinafter referred as the "Residential Code." 2. Section 101.2 referencing Scope Exception is hereby amended to reference 4-15-4 of the Village of Midlothian Fire Code and to state that Single Family homes...polyethylene vapor retarder with joints lapped not less than 6 inches and taped shall be placed between the base course or sub grade and the concrete floor slab. Exception: A vapor retarder is not required: a. For detached structures accessory to occupancies in Group R-3, such as garages, utility buildings or other unheated facilities. b. For unheated storage rooms having an area of less than 70 square feet and carports attached to occupancies in Group

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Peotone · § 125. 01 Municipal Cannabis Retailer'S Occupation Tax.

Summary

Peotone imposes a 3% municipal occupation tax on gross receipts from non-medical cannabis retail sales, effective July 1, 2020. The tax is collected and enforced by the Illinois Department of Revenue and is in addition to other applicable taxes.

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boundaries of the property containing the accessory premises. The licensee shall have the affirmative obligation to periodically supervise and patrol the accessory premises at reasonable intervals to enforce this requirement. The licensee shall be deemed to have failed to periodically supervise the accessory premises at reasonable intervals if an audio system operated by a person located within the accessory premises is audible beyond the boundaries thereof for a period in excess of 15 consecutive minutes. In the event the licensee...licensee shall permit or allow the violation of city ordinance, state statute or federal law upon the licensed or accessory premises by any person. (b) No licensee shall violate any city ordinance, state statute or federal law upon the licensed or accessory premises. (6) Nudity. (a) No licensee shall permit any person, while on the licensed or accessory premises and public view, to: 1. Expose his or her genitals, pubic hair, buttocks, or anus; 2. Employ any device or covering

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Lansing · 56.310

General provisions

Summary

This section outlines the regulations for off-street parking and loading in Lansing. It permits off-street parking as an accessory use in all districts if compliant with the article, and as a principal use only when expressly authorized. It also details requirements for existing and new structures, voluntary establishment of facilities, limitations on their use, and adjustments for changes in land use or intensity.

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street parking is permitted as an accessory use in all zoning districts; provided that it complies with this article. Off-street parking as a principal use is permitted only when expressly authorized by the regulations of the applicable zoning district. (1) No reduction of required spaces. Any off-street parking or loading space required in connection with buildings or structures existing on the effective date of the ordinance from which this article is derived shall not be removed, except...amount by which the requirements for the new type of use exceed the requirement for the existing type of use. (5) Change in intensity of use. When a building or structure shall undergo any increase in the number of dwelling units, gross floor area, seating capacity or other unit of measurement, parking and loading facilities shall be provided for such increase in intensity. If, however, additional parking or loading facilities cannot be added, in whole or in part

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Lansing · 52.46

Definitions

Summary

This section provides definitions for terms used in the article on flooding and stormwater management. It defines terms such as 'Accessory structure', 'Act', 'Applicant', 'Appropriate use', 'Base flood', 'Base flood elevation (BFE)', 'Basement', 'Building', and 'Channel'.

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following words, terms and phrases, when used in this article, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning: Accessory structure means 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 means an act in relation to the regulation of the state's rivers, lakes...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 means regional permits offered for preapproved projects which are considered minor projects that are permissible per IDNR/OWR Part 3708 rules for Northeastern Illinois regulatory floodways

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Lansing · 52.53

Permitting requirements applicable to all floodplain areas

Summary

This section outlines additional permitting requirements for development in all floodplain areas in Lansing, focusing on public health standards, flood carrying capacity, and building protection. It mandates the careful placement of hazardous materials, construction of public utilities to minimize flood damage, and maintenance of watercourse capacity.

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whichever is less; C. They are on site for fewer than 180 consecutive days; and D. 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; 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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Newark · 21.1304

Review Procedures

Summary

This section outlines the review procedures for new buildings and additions in Newark, requiring a pre-application meeting with village officials and staff to discuss project feasibility and compliance with regulations. Petitioners must submit a concept plan for review prior to formal application.

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individual who prepared the plan. (iv) Name and address of the owner of the property. (v) Adjacent land uses and zoning. (vi) Layout of streets, lots and blocks. (vii) Building setbacks. (viii) Separation between all principal and accessory buildings. (ix) Natural features, if any, including: (1) Major stands of trees. (2) Wetlands. (3) Floodplains and floodways. (4) Surface waters, including lakes, ponds, streams and drainage swales. (x) Existing topographic data and contour lines with a minimum of one (1) foot...petitioner shall be required to follow applicable review procedures set forth in Section 21.1304 B, Planning Commission/Village Board Review, below. 2. Plan Commission/Village Board Review. a. Where properties are in multiple-family residential districts with 3 or more dwelling units per building, business districts, and the commercial manufacturing and manufacturing districts referenced in Section 21.1302A, above, the Plan Commission and Village Board shall, in addition to Village staff, review plans and support documentation to determine compliance with standards

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Lemont · 17.19.020

DEFINITIONS

Summary

This section provides definitions for terms used within the Lemont Floodplain Regulations chapter. It clarifies key concepts such as 'Base Flood', 'Base Flood Elevation', and 'Channel Modification'.

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purpose 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...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. Regional permits are offered for pre-approved projects which are considered minor projects that are permissible per IDNR/OWR Part 3708 rules for Northeastern Illinois regulatory floodways

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Niles · 50.27

Definitions

Summary

This section provides definitions for terms used within the article, including environmental terms related to floods, water channels, and structures.

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following words, terms and phrases, when used in this article, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different 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 the Rivers, Lakes, and Streams Act (615 ILCS 5/5.5 et seq.), as amended...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 means regional permits which are offered for pre-approved projects which are considered minor projects that are permissible per IDNR/OWR Part 3708 rules for Northeastern Illinois

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Lemont · 17.19.090

PERMITTING REQUIREMENTS APPLICABLE TO ALL FLOODPLAIN AREAS

Summary

This section outlines additional permitting requirements for development within Lemont's floodplain areas, focusing on public health, maintaining watercourse carrying capacity, and protecting buildings from flood damage below the flood protection elevation.

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requirements of § 17.19.090.C.2.c.vi above unless: • They are on site for fewer than 180 consecutive days; and, • 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: (i) The building is not used for human habitation; and (ii) All areas below

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Old Mill Creek · 2-B

Control Over Bulk

Summary

This section establishes regulations for development density, new and existing structures, and building height. It outlines how floor area ratio and dwelling units are calculated and details exceptions for certain structures to exceed maximum building heights.

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Development density. When calculating floor area ratio or the number of allowable residential dwelling units for a site for all purposes of this code, the total gross land area of the site shall be used. (B) New buildings/structures. Each new building or structure shall conform with the bulk regulations established herein for the district in which such building or structure is located. (C) Existing buildings/structures. No existing building or structure shall be enlarged, reconstructed, structurally altered, converted or relocated...which it is located except for the following structures which shall be reviewed by the Plan Commission and approved by the corporate authorities pursuant to the procedures provided for in Article 16 prior to construction. (1) Building appurtenance and accessory structures. (a) Group A. Chimneys may exceed the maximum building height by not more than 15 feet. (b) Group B. Cooling towers, elevator bulkheads, energy collecting devices, flagpoles, mechanical appurtenances, parapet walls, radio and television receiving antennas, recreational facilities, roof

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New Lenox · 94.248

Connections; meter required; installation of meter

Summary

This section outlines the requirements for installing water service lines from the municipal water main to a customer's property, including responsibilities for location, material specifications, installation procedures, and oversight by village officials.

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connections prohibited. There shall be no cross connections between water pipes carrying water from a private well, cistern or other separate supply and water pipes carrying water from the village water system. (d) Meter required; ownership; maintenance. (1) Each dwelling unit, commercial establishment or industrial establishment shall have a separate meter for each such unit or establishment. The village reserves the right to determine the nature of the installation of and to establish the type, size and location of meters...passes through it, the consumer will be required to pay an additional amount based on the actual amount passing through the meter, and a charge of $10.00 to cover the cost of making the test. (j) Installation. (1) No accessories or equipment other than the equipment listed herein shall be installed within 18 inches of either side or in front of the water meter. (2) Meter transceiver unit (MXU): All buildings serviced by the Village of New Lenox water utility

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Libertyville · 6.404

New buildings

Summary

This section generally requires automatic fire sprinkler systems in all new buildings, with specific provisions for residential buildings referencing the 2015 IRC and NFPA standards. It outlines an alternative fire protection mechanism and provides exceptions for certain detached accessory structures.

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subsection 6-404(b) and 6-404(c) and section 6-406, for all new buildings an automatic fire sprinkler system shall be required throughout all areas. New residential buildings, which include townhomes and one-and-two- family dwellings, shall follow sections R313.1 and R313.2 of the 2015 IRC for sprinkler installation. The sprinkler systems shall be designed per the NFPA 13D or 13R. (b) Alternative fire protection for new buildings. When the fire chief, director of the fire prevention...system shall not be required pursuant to this section 6-404. (c) Exception. Notwithstanding subsection 6-404(a) and 6-404(b) above, neither an automatic fire sprinkler system nor alternative fire protection shall be required for any detached accessory structure with the exception of a shed or playhouse that is one thousand (1,000) square feet or less in building area and only one (1) story in height and without a basement, and regulated by Section

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Crete · 28.292

B-1 central business district

Summary

This section establishes the B-1 central business district, aiming to preserve its character while allowing for expansion and redevelopment. It lists permitted retail and service establishments within this district.

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Indoor skating rink; Indoor tennis or racquetball club; Movie theatre-indoor. (6) Food or beverage serving establishments, such as, but limited to: Restaurants, excluding fast-food and drive-in; Bar, tavern or lounge; Ice cream parlor; Catering establishments. (7) Accessory uses and buildings incidental to and on the same zoning lot as the principal uses and subject to the provisions of section 28-246. (c) The following special uses may be allowed in the B-1 district subject...Planned development—Business, in accordance with division 7 of article II of this chapter. (5) Residential units subject to the following provisions: a. Buildings intended exclusively for residential purposes are not permitted. b. In buildings containing a business, dwelling units are not permitted below the second floor. c. No floor of any building shall contain both business and residential uses. d. The minimum lot area per apartment unit (contained in section 28-277, subsection (d)) and the building bulk limitations

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Libertyville · Part C

- Table 8-1, Special Districts, Bulk, Space, And Yard Requirements

Summary

This table outlines specific bulk, space, and yard requirements for Open Space (OS) and Institutional Building (IB) zoning districts in Libertyville. It details minimum lot area, width, maximum floor area ratio, lot coverage, yard setbacks, perimeter landscaped open space, and building height.

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Open Space IB Institutional Building Minimum Lot Area * Total (square feet) 7,500 80,000 Per Dwelling Unit (square feet) NA 2,000 Minimum Lot Area Planned Development (square feet) NA 40,000 Minimum Lot Width 60 120 Maximum Floor Area Ratio (FAR) NA 0.75 Maximum Lot Coverage (percent) 25 65 Minimum Yards (feet) Front and Corner Side Abutting a single-family residential district 50 NA Abutting other district 25 NA Interior Side and Rear Abutting a single-family residential...structures exceeding a height of forty (40) feet, the perimeter landscaped open space shall be increased by three (3) feet for each one (1) foot the structure exceeds a height of forty (40) feet. 1 For maximum height of accessory structures, refer to text

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Oakbrook Terrace · 135.15

Exemptions

Summary

This section outlines specific exemptions to smoking prohibitions in Oakbrook Terrace, allowing smoking in private residences, designated retail tobacco stores, private rooms in nursing homes, and a limited percentage of hotel/motel rooms under certain conditions.

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Notwithstanding any other provision of this subchapter, smoking shall be allowed in the following areas: (A) Private residences or dwelling places, except when used as a child care, foster care, adult day care or healthcare facility, or any other home-based business open to the public. (B) Retail tobacco stores, as defined in § 135.10, which were in operation prior to the effective date of this subchapter except that the consumption of cannabis, as defined in Sec. 136.20 of the Code...year, an affidavit stating the percentage of its gross income during the prior calendar year that was derived from the sale of loose tobacco, plants, herbs, 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 subchapter may only qualify for an exemption if located in a freestanding structure occupied solely by the business, from which smoke does not migrate into an enclosed

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Westchester · 14.20.090

Permitting requirements applicable to all floodplain areas

Summary

This section outlines permitting requirements for development in Special Flood Hazard Areas (SFHA) in Westchester. It establishes standards for public health, carrying capacity, and building protection to minimize flood damage.

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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...facilities shall be protected to the five hundred-year flood elevation. In addition, all ingress and egress from any critical facility must be protected to the five hundred-year flood elevation. (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: (i) The building is not used for human habitation. (ii) All areas below the base

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Midlothian · 11.12.1

General Provisions

Summary

This section outlines general provisions for off-street parking and loading, clarifying when it is permitted as an accessory or principal use. It addresses requirements for new construction and substantial alterations, voluntary provision of facilities, limitations on vehicle repair, and parking/loading provisions triggered by changes in land or intensity of use.

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street parking is permitted as an accessory use in all zoning districts, provided that it complies with the requirements of this chapter. Off street parking as a principal use is permitted only when expressly authorized by the regulations of the applicable zoning district. (A) No Reduction Of Required Spaces: Any off street parking or loading space required in connection with buildings or structures existing on the effective date hereof shall not be removed, except in conformance with the requirements...amount by which the requirements for the new type of use exceed the requirement for the existing type of use. (E) Change In Intensity Of Use: When a building or structure shall undergo any increase in the number of dwelling units, gross floor area, seating capacity or other unit of measurement, parking and loading facilities shall be provided for such increase in intensity. If, however, additional parking or loading facilities cannot be added, in whole or in part

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Oakbrook Terrace · 135.10

Definitions

Summary

This section provides definitions for various terms used within the Oakbrook Terrace municipal ordinance, specifically related to smoking regulations. Key definitions include 'BAR', 'EMPLOYEE', 'EMPLOYER', and different types of facilities like 'ENCLOSED AREA' and 'GAMING FACILITY'.

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

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Lincolnwood · 4.07

Additional use standards for business and office districts

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This section outlines specific dimensional standards for business districts and imposes restrictions on nonresidential uses within mixed-use buildings in a designated overlay district. It also establishes requirements for transitional yards when business districts abut residential lots.

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waive this provision by designating certain days on which special promotion may be conducted outside the building.(6) Outdoor dining and drinking. On-site outdoor seating areas for the patrons of eating and drinking establishments are allowed as an accessory use so long as the establishment complies with the Lincoln Avenue Overlay District standards or with any permitting requirements that the Village, from time to time, may establish. The following are minimum standards that shall apply to all outdoor cafes...residential use permitted in the business districts shall comply with the Lincoln Avenue Overlay District (Article VIII, Part B), and the Village Center Planned Development District (Article VIII, Part C) and the following additional standards:a. Ground floor dwelling units are prohibited in all business districts, unless otherwise permitted in the residential infill area, Section 8.14, (Recommended Standards for the Business/Residential Infill Area) of the Lincoln Avenue Overlay District;b. B-1, and B-3 residential uses shall comply with

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Lindenhurst · 159.7.602

Off Street Parking Requirements

Summary

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

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

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Lisle · 5.18.7

Changes To Approved Planned Unit Developments

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This section defines how changes to an approved Planned Unit Development (PUD) are categorized as major, minor, or administrative. It outlines specific criteria for major changes and dictates that they must be processed as new PUD applications.

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location and arrangement of general land use categories within the development; (j) An increase or decrease in the final approved land use mix in any phase of the development; (k) An increase or decrease in the number of dwelling units; and (l) A change to approved project phasing; 2. A request for a major change must be processed as a new planned unit development, including the requirements for fees and notices. (B) Minor Changes Minor Changes are modifications that...setback of any sign; and (e) Does not illuminate any wall sign that was not previously illuminated. 2. The installation of a ground mounted changeable copy sign that complies with Chapter 11 of this Zoning Ordinance. 3. The following accessory uses or structures: (a) Electric vehicle (EV) charging stations. (b) Building-mounted solar energy systems. (c) Wireless telecommunication facilities, where such wireless telecommunication facilities comply with Chapter 14 of this Zoning Ordinance. (d) Outdoor seating and related improvements

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Oak Lawn · 6.1C-2

Additions, Insertions, Deletions And Changes

Summary

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

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

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Oak Lawn · 4.13.1

Scope Of Regulations

Summary

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

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

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Oak Lawn · 4.5A-2

Use Regulations

Summary

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

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

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