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Wilmington · 150.62

B-3 General Commercial District

Summary

This section outlines the purpose and intent of the B-3 General Commercial District in Wilmington. It details permitted land uses such as various retail and service establishments, amusement facilities, and vehicle-related businesses, and also lists conditional uses, including those with drive-through facilities and amusement parks.

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halls, dance halls, skating rinks, video arcades and banquet facilities. (4) Animal hospitals. (5) Automobile service stations, repair facilities and car washes when used in conjunction with the automobile service station. (6) Automobile, truck and recreational vehicle sales and rental. (7) Bars, taverns and package liquor stores. (8) Boat showrooms, sales and repairs. (9) Electrical showrooms and shops. (10) Farm implement, feed and seed stores. (11) Garages for storage, repair and servicing of motor vehicles, including body repair, painting...back at least 125 percent of its height from all zoning lot lines. The noise level of a wind device shall not exceed 60 A-weighted decibels (dBA) as measured at the nearest zoning lot line, except during short-term events such as utility outages and severe windstorms; (21) Mobile home parks on no more than 80 acres of land that is adjacent to land used for campgrounds, forest preserves, hunting preserves and/or clubs or private recreation facilities, subject
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La Grange Park · 153.193

Accessory Structures And Uses

Summary

This section outlines general regulations for accessory structures and uses in La Grange Park, specifying placement, height, and lot coverage requirements. It also addresses specific regulations for amateur (HAM) radio equipment towers.

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display area is permitted in any required setback. (b)   Outdoor storage is prohibited for retail goods establishments. (c)   A portion of the parking area may be used for outdoor sales and display on a temporary basis only, in terms of both display structure and goods displayed or sold (no permanent display structures permitted in parking areas). No more than 10% of the required parking area for the existing commercial use may be used for the temporary outdoor sales and display...over speed controls to limit the blade rotation speed to within the design limits of the system. (4)   Wind turbines may not exceed 60 dBA, as measured at the closest neighboring dwelling. The level, however, may be exceeded during short-term events such as utility outages and/or severe windstorms. (5)   Wind turbines must be approved by a small wind certification program recognized by the American Wind Energy Association (AWEA) or the U.S. Department of Energy. Non-certified residential wind turbines
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Antioch · 10.7.3

Outdoor Storage Accessory To Retail

Summary

This section regulates outdoor storage and display of merchandise accessory to retail uses in Antioch. It establishes specific setback requirements, prohibitions on blocking access and public sidewalks, and exempts certain business types.

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within five feet (5') of the store or ten feet (10') from any public right of way. b.   Any side yard not facing a public right of way. c.   Any rear yard. 2.   Automobile dealers, other vehicle dealers and rental and leasing services, lumberyards and nurseries are exempt from this provision. E.   Outdoor display or inventory cannot be displayed or stored in landscape areas or buffers; within ten feet (10') of public right of way or on private access roads...located adjacent to a building, an unoccupied area of not less than three feet (3') in width shall be provided for pedestrian access between any outside display and vehicle overhang areas of any adjacent parking lot. H.   The short-term sale of agricultural products that are seasonal in nature, including, but not limited to, produce, nursery stock, Christmas trees, pumpkins, farmers' markets, and other similar products are subject to the issuance of a temporary outdoor sales permit issued
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Waukegan · 13.02

Definition of Terms

Summary

This section of the Waukegan Municipal Ordinance provides definitions for various terms used throughout the document, covering a range of concepts from 'Abandoned Sign' to 'Airport'. It establishes the precise meaning of these terms to ensure consistent interpretation and application of the ordinance.

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laboratories. Hot Tub: An in-ground or aboveground basin of water that includes an air-injection system and/or water heating system that is intended for soaking. Hotel/Motel: An establishment that provides sleeping accommodations and lodging services on a short-term basis for a fee and amenities which may include, but are not limited to, restaurants, meeting rooms, health clubs, and swimming pools. Incompatible Use: A use or service, which is unsuitable for direct association with certain other uses because...front yard setback line. See Figure 13.02.19. Lot: A parcel or tract of land intended to be separately owned, developed, or otherwise used. See Figure 13.02-16 Lot Diagram. Figure 13.02-16 Lot Diagram Machinery and Equipment Sales and Rental: Establishments primarily engaged in the sale or rental of tools, trucks, tractors, construction equipment, and similar industrial equipment. Machinery and Equipment Sales and Rental includes the incidental storage, maintenance, and servicing of such equipment. Maintain: The act of restoring, preserving
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Brookfield · 62.25

Commercial use category

Summary

This section defines the 'commercial use category' for zoning purposes, which includes businesses providing services or selling/leasing merchandise to the public. It then breaks down this category into subcategories such as animal services, assembly and entertainment, broadcast/recording studios, and commercial services, with specific examples for each.

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types include: (1) Bed and breakfast. A detached house in which the owner/operator offers overnight accommodations and meal service to overnight guests for compensation. (2) Hotel or motel. An establishment, other than a bed and breakfast, in which short-term lodging is offered for compensation. (j) Office. Uses that focus on providing executive, management, administrative, professional or medical services in an office setting. Examples of specific office use types include: (1) Business and professional office. Office uses for companies...Examples of specific non-accessory parking use types include: (1) Surface parking, non-accessory. A non-accessory outdoor parking lot. (2) Structured parking, non-accessory a non-accessory parking garage. (l) Retail sales. Uses involving the sale, lease or rental of new or used goods to the ultimate consumer. Examples of specific retail use types include: (1) Building supplies and equipment. Retail sales uses that sell or otherwise provide goods to repair, maintain or visually enhance a structure or premises
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Brookfield · 62.2

Definitions

Summary

This section defines key terms used within the Brookfield zoning chapter, including accessory structures, adaptive reuse, and adult-oriented businesses, to ensure consistent interpretation of the ordinance.

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services. (1) The term "retail business" means the sale of merchandise directly to the consumer for personal or household use. (2) The term "wholesale business" means the sale of merchandise to retailers or to institutional, industrial, commercial and professional users. (3) The term "personal service" means any enterprise conducted for gain which primarily offers services to the general public, including, but not limited to, shoe repair, watch repair, barber or beauty shop. (4) The term "business service" means any activity...offered are intended to generate business income. Sexually oriented business means an adult arcade, adult bookstore or adult video store, adult cabaret, adult motel, adult motion picture theater, adult theater, escort agency, nude model studio, or sexual encounter center. Short-term accommodation, unless otherwise specifically stated in this chapter, means a period of not more than 15 consecutive days. Sign. Any reference to a sign, unless otherwise specifically indicated herein shall refer to the definition of signs and their regulations
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Itasca · 8.03

B-1 Downtown Tod District

Summary

This section establishes the B-1 Downtown Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) District, designed for the traditional downtown core. It outlines permitted retail, residential, office, and recreational uses within a compact, walkable mixed-use area centered around the Itasca Metra Station.

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display and design services with accessory retail. p.   Liquor/beer store with a required indoor tasting area that shall be a minimum of twenty-five percent (25%) of the public floor area. q.   Music, sporting goods and recreational equipment sales, rental, and/or repair. r.   Offices, businesses, when the following conditions are met: (1)   Located in a multi-tenant building. (2)   Office does not exceed two thousand (2,000) square feet except when located above the first floor. s.   Offices, co-working...provided in accordance with the provisions of Section 12.00. Common or shared parking lots and structures are encouraged. Off- street parking shall be located behind the principal building or structure on the lot; however, one (1) row of short-term parking may be permitted at the front of the lot if recommended by the Plan Commission. Developments within one thousand (1,000) feet of public parking lots having a minimum of fifty (50) parking spaces shall be able to reduce
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Schaumburg · 36.141

SURCHARGE IMPOSED

Summary

This section imposes a 5% amusement surcharge on all patrons for admission to amusements in Schaumburg, with specific exemptions for certain non-profit and governmental sponsored events, and excluding specific recreational activities and retail rentals.

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surcharge imposed by subsection (A) of this section shall not apply to admission fees or charges paid to: 1) tennis clubs or athletic clubs, 2) golf courses for rounds of play, or 3) retail establishments for the rental of videotapes, DVDs or game cartridges. (E) Where a patron pays a single fee or charge for admission to any amusement and said fee also entitles the patron of the amusement to food and/or beverage, the owner shall account to the village...collect the village's food and beverage tax on the portion assessed to food and beverage. In the event any other taxes or fees are charged by the village, a similar accounting shall occur. (F) Amusement License. Annual or Short-Term amusement license required for the owner, manager, licensee, or operator of each amusement and/or entertainment event required to pay the amusement surcharge per this chapter. Surcharge license requirements to be met per chapter 113, Amusement and Entertainment
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Geneva · 11.2.2

DEFINITIONS OF WORDS AND TERMS

Summary

This section of the Geneva municipal ordinance provides definitions for various terms used throughout the document, including those related to access, buildings, structures, and land uses. It establishes clear meanings for key concepts to ensure consistent interpretation and application of the ordinance.

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substantially change the physical dimensions of such tower or base station. ELIGIBLE HOUSEHOLD: A household with an income at or below eighty percent (80%) AMI for for-sale units and at or below sixty percent (60%) AMI for rental units, based on the size of the household as set forth in chapter 16 of this title. ELIGIBLE SUPPORT STRUCTURE: Any tower or base station existing at the time a wireless communications facility application is filed with the city. EQUIPMENT CABINET...period of time with the intent to discontinue such use upon the expiration of such time and does not involve the construction or alteration of any permanent structure. TEMPORARY PWSF: A temporary tower or other structure that provides interim short-term telecommunications needed to meet an immediate demand for service in the event of an emergency or a public event where a permanent wireless network is unavailable or insufficient to satisfy the temporary increase in demand or when permanent PWSF
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Schaumburg · TABLE IV

RESOLUTIONS

Summary

This section lists historical resolutions passed by the Village of Schaumburg, including their resolution number, date passed, and a brief description of the subject matter. Resolutions prior to 1990 have been retrospectively numbered for ease of use.

Section Text
tower R-12-099 10-23-2012 AT&T local phone service ILEC Network Services discount pricing schedule R-12-100 10-23-2012 Personnel manual amendment R-12-101 10-23-2012 Allied Benefit System, Inc.; dental and short-term disability administrative services amendment R-12-102 10-23-2012 Agreement: Bluecross/Blueshield dental benefit program R-12-103 10-23-2012 Agreements: Bluecross/Blueshield for benefits and administrative services of health insurance plans...Agreement: Patrick Engineering, Inc.; Wiley/Springinsguth Road improvements R-15-117 10-27-2015 Agreement: LexisNexis; repealing R-15-115 and approving new agreement R-15-118 11-10-2015 Agreement amendment: Allied Benefit Systems, Inc.; dental and short-term disability services R-15-119 11-10-2015 Agreement: BlueCross Blueshield; dental benefits 2016—2017 R-15-120 11-10-2015 Agreement: Mangrove Cobrasources, Inc.; administrative services—Cobra R-15-121 11-10-2015 Agreement: VSP Vision Care; administrative services—Vision care
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