This section establishes a Class 'J-V' license in Matteson, allowing grocery stores over 50,000 square feet to sell beer and wine by the drink for on-premises consumption at a designated location. It outlines limitations on sales hours and consumption areas, and specifies an annual fee.
Section Text
locations must submit a site plan, along with a copy of the licensee's state video gaming license issued by the Illinois Gaming Board to the Liquor Commissioner.
(C) For holders of Class "J-V" license, it shall be unlawful to sell alcoholic liquor before 11:00 a.m. or after 10:00 p.m. daily and before noon or after 10:00 p.m. on Sunday.
(D) The on-premises consumption of beer and wine by the drink is not permitted throughout
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South Elgin·111.33
Class “C” Licenses
Summary
This section outlines the requirements for Class 'C' and Class 'C-1' liquor licenses in South Elgin. Class 'C' licenses permit retail sale of alcohol for on-premises consumption in taverns, bars, or saloons with specific operating hours, while Class 'C-1' licenses have additional restrictions, including limitations on the size of the service bar and the allowance of live entertainment.
Section Text
Class "C" licenses shall authorize the retail sale of alcoholic liquor on the premises of any tavern, bar or saloon for consumption on the premises. The hours of sale of alcoholic beverages shall not be greater than Sunday - Saturday, 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m.
(2) A holder of a Class "C" license may obtain a late night permit.
(3) A holder of a Class "C" license may obtain a packaged goods permit.
(B) Class "C-1".
(1) Class...licenses shall authorize the retail sale of alcoholic liquors for consumption on the premises. The primary purpose of the premises shall be a tavern, bar or saloon with a general service bar, with or without food service. In addition to regular restrictions and penalties, these licenses are further subject to the following restrictions:
(a) Under no circumstances shall the general service bar be more than 25% of the total patron area;
(b) Live entertainment shall be allowed upon the granting
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Bensenville·3.1.7
License Fee Schedule
Summary
This section establishes an annual license fee for commercial establishments in Bensenville. It outlines a minimum fee based on floor area and specifies additional fees for food trucks and establishments selling alcohol, with provisions for late payment penalties.
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truck operated by the commercial establishment from or within the village:
Caterer/ice cream.
E. Dramshop Licenses: Any establishment engaged in the sale or distribution of alcoholic liquors shall comply with the requirements of this chapter as well as the liquor license requirements of chapter 3 of this title.
F. Late Fees: Payment of the annual license fee is due and payable prior to January 1 of the year for which the license is applied.
All unpaid business licenses shall
Business & Licensing
Orland Park·7.4.7
Payment Of Fees
Summary
This section outlines the payment requirements for retail liquor licenses in Orland Park, including advance payment, prorated fees for partial-year licenses, and refund procedures for unissued licenses.
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license which shall expire on the date therein specified. Subject to the initial license expense required under Section 7-4-8 of this Chapter, if application is made after January 1 in any year for a new retail liquor license, the sum required to be paid for the license for the balance of said license year shall bear the same ratio to the sum required for the full year that the number of months remaining, including the month of such
Business & Licensing
Orland Park·7.4.7
Payment Of Fees
Summary
This section outlines the payment requirements for retail liquor licenses in Orland Park, including advance payment, prorated fees for partial-year licenses, and refund procedures for unissued licenses.
Section Text
license which shall expire on the date therein specified. Subject to the initial license expense required under Section 7-4-8 of this Chapter, if application is made after January 1 in any year for a new retail liquor license, the sum required to be paid for the license for the balance of said license year shall bear the same ratio to the sum required for the full year that the number of months remaining, including the month of such
Business & Licensing
Matteson·111.12
Renewal Of License
Summary
This section outlines the process and conditions for renewing a license. Licensees can renew if qualified and the premises are suitable, though this is not a vested right. Renewal applications require a statement of no changes or a new application if changes have occurred, including requests for different license classifications.
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renewal applications shall, however, include a statement under oath by the license holder requesting a renewal that there have been no changes whatsoever in the circumstances of the renewal applicant or in the operation of the subject business, which would change the answers to any of the questions originally answered in the original application on file with the village. Such form may require such additional information as the Liquor Control Commissioner may deem necessary.
(C) Whenever there has been...operation of the business currently being licensed, a new complete application shall be filed prior to issuance of a renewal of any existing license. In the event that any license holder desires to apply for a different classification of liquor license, such applicant shall be required to complete and file a new complete application as if he or she were a new applicant.
(2000 Code, § 111.10) (Ord. 1585, passed
General Provisions
Waukegan·3.4
License required; transfer, etc
Summary
This section establishes a requirement for a license to sell, offer for sale, or dispense alcoholic liquor within the city limits of Waukegan. It specifies that licenses are non-transferable and outlines provisions for the continuation of the business by an estate or trustee upon the death, insolvency, or bankruptcy of a licensee.
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sale, or dispense alcoholic liquor within the corporate limits of the city without a current, valid license. This license shall allow the licensee to sell or offer for sale at retail, only in the premises specified in such license, alcoholic liquor for use or consumption, but not for resale in any form. No such license hereunder may be transferable between any persons, premises, locations, or entities.
(b) It shall be unlawful for any person to sell, offer for sale...dispense alcoholic liquor within the corporate limits of the city except in the manner authorized by, and in compliance with, the terms, provisions, and restrictions of a license issued pursuant to this chapter, and in compliance with the provisions of this chapter and state law.
(c) Such license shall not descend by the laws of testate or intestate devolution, but it shall cease upon the death of the licensee, provided that executors or administrators of the estate of any deceased
Business & Licensing
Glenview·6.25
Deliveries to consumers
Summary
This section permits licensed entities to deliver alcoholic liquor to consumers under specific conditions, including Illinois Liquor Control Commission designation, compliance with state law and local ordinances, time limits for delivery, and age verification at the point of delivery.
Section Text
permitted to deliver alcoholic liquor to a consumer subject to the following:
(a) The licensee must be designated by the Illinois Liquor Control Commission as an off-premises consumption or combined (off-premises/on-premises) license holder.
(b) The licensee must comply with the Illinois Liquor Control Act, including sections...applicable rules adopted by the Illinois Liquor Control Commission, and applicable provisions of this chapter.
(c) The delivery must be made within 12 hours from the time the alcoholic liquor leaves the licensed premises of the licensee for delivery.
(d) The licensee must require the transporter that delivers the package to obtain the signature of a person 21 years of age or older at the delivery address at the time of delivery.
(e) Except where specifically provided in this chapter
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Aurora·Sec 44-
112 Definitions
Summary
This section provides definitions for terms used in the privilege tax on food and alcoholic liquor, including alcoholic liquor, food item, liquor establishment, owner, person, and food establishment.
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solid, semisolid or liquid, used or intended to be used for human consumption and for nourishment of the human body. The term includes any and all nonalcoholic liquor beverages.
Liquor establishment means any premises required to obtain a retail liquor license pursuant to chapter 6.
Owner means any person having a sufficient proprietary interest in conducting the operation of a food establishment or liquor establishment so as to entitle such a person to all or a portion
Taxation & Revenue
West Chicago·3.33
Suspension or revocation of license, fine
Summary
This section outlines the West Chicago local liquor control commissioner's authority to suspend or revoke a liquor license, or impose fines, for violations of city ordinances or state/federal statutes related to the business. It also details a process for licensees to admit violations and pay a predetermined fine to avoid a hearing, with specific conditions and escalating fines for repeated offenses.
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notice of any violation by the license holder or his agents of any city ordinance or state or federal statute, regulation or order relating to the conduct of such business or occupation, the local liquor control commissioner may issue notice to the holder of the license so charged or convicted to appear before said commissioner to show cause why he should not be fined or why his license shall not be revoked or suspended.
(b) For violations of this chapter...fees and costs as provided for in subsection (f) of this section, plus an amount equal to ten (10) percent of the total thereof as an administrative fee.
(c) In addition to the suspension of a local license, the local liquor control commissioner may levy a fine on the licensee for any violation referred to in this section. The fine imposed shall not exceed one thousand ($1,000.00) dollars for the first violation with a twelve-month period; one thousand
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Burr Ridge·25.04
Approval, Denial Of Application
Summary
This section outlines the process for reviewing liquor license applications in Burr Ridge. It details the investigation steps, including background checks and credit checks, and grants the Local Liquor Control Commissioner the authority to request additional information, examinations, and fingerprints from applicants and individuals involved in managing the business. Specific license types are exempted from fingerprint requirements.
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manager or agent who is to conduct the business for which the application is sought. Any requirement to furnish fingerprints shall not be applicable to applicants for Class I (Special Event Retailer) or Class N (Special Use Permit) licenses. The Local Liquor Commissioner shall also have the right to require the applicant to answer any charges made in any objection to the issuance of the license made by the chief of police, a prosecuting official, or by the sheriff...therefore, a basis for denial of the license or disqualification of the proposed manager, as the case may be. (amended by A-222-03-08)
Upon completion of the investigation, the Local Liquor Control Commissioner shall approve or disapprove the issuance of a license and/or designation of the manager based on the application(s), provided, in the case of approval, that there exists an available license as set forth in § 25.09. (amended
Business & Licensing
Bolingbrook·6.72
Unobstructed view of licensed premises
Summary
This ordinance mandates that licensed premises selling alcohol for on-site consumption (excluding restaurants, hotels, clubs, and cinemas) must maintain a clear, unobstructed view into the interior from the street. It prohibits any internal or external obstructions and requires continuous lighting during business hours for visibility.
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premises upon which the sale of alcoholic liquor for consumption upon the premises is licensed (other than as a restaurant, hotel, club, or cinema/theater entertainment venue):
(1) No screen, blind, curtain, partition, article, or object shall be permitted in the windows or upon the doors of such licensed premises, nor inside such premises, which shall prevent a clear view into the interior of such licensed premises from the street, road or sidewalk.
(2) No booth, screen, partition, or other obstruction...licensed premises shall be willfully obscured by the licensee or if the licensee willfully permits the view into the premises to be obscured or in any manner obstructed, the licensee shall be subject to license revocation.
(c) To facilitate enforcement of this section, the local liquor control commissioner may require the filing of plans, drawings, and photographs showing the clearance of the view as required.
(d) The penalty for violation of this section is $50.00, and a separate offense shall
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Manhattan·2.3.6
Restrictions On Issuance Of License
Summary
This section outlines various disqualifications for obtaining a liquor license, including criminal convictions, past license revocations, and certain business structures or ownership arrangements. It also prohibits certain public officials from having an interest in the liquor industry.
Section Text
aforesaid statutory provisions; provided, that any person convicted of a first offense shall not be issued such license for a period of one year from the conviction.
15. A person not eligible for a state retail liquor dealer's license. (Ord. 459, 12-21-1977; amd. Ord. 872, 10-18-2005)
B. No license shall be issued for the purpose of selling or offering for sale at retail any intoxicating liquor in any dwelling house, flat or apartment building...license shall be issued to any person for the sale at retail of any alcoholic liquor at any store or other place of business where the majority of customers are minors of school age or where the principal business transacted consists of schoolbooks, school supplies, food, lunches or drinks for such minors
Business & Licensing
Westmont·10.35
Live entertainment
Summary
This section defines live entertainment and establishes a permitting process for its offering on licensed premises. Applicants must obtain permission from the local liquor commissioner, providing details on the nature of the entertainment and measures to ensure public safety and welfare.
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with or without musical instruments and with or without sound amplification devices or speakers.. Performance dancers/dancing may be allowed only as provided in section 10-83(e)(2).
(b) In addition to the requirements for issuance of a liquor license which are established in this chapter, any applicant seeking to offer live entertainment on any licensed premises shall first seek the permission of the local liquor commissioner, whether such live entertainment is to be offered on an ongoing basis...initial or annual application.
(e) Permission to provide live entertainment may be rescinded by the local liquor commissioner at any time, in his discretion, if it is determined that the licensee has exercised inadequate crowd control or inadequate control over any adverse impact of its operation on surrounding properties, or has otherwise permitted violations of state law or local ordinances on the licensed premises
Business & Licensing
Coal City·112.19
License specific to premises; permission for change of location
Summary
This section states that an alcoholic liquor license is specific to the licensed premises, and a licensee must obtain approval from the Liquor Control Commissioner to move to a new location. The new location must also be deemed suitable for retail sale of alcohol under all applicable laws and ordinances.
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shall permit the sale of alcoholic liquor only on the premises described in the application and in the license issued thereon (and only one location shall be so described in each license).B. After a license has been granted for a particular premises, the Liquor Control Commissioner, upon proper showing, may endorse upon any license permission to abandon the premises therein described and move therefrom to other premises approved by the Commissioner. In order to obtain such approval, the licensee
Business & Licensing
Zion·56.96
New Years Eve hours
Summary
This ordinance allows licensees with a restaurant or on-site catering liquor license to request extended hours for alcoholic liquor sales on New Year's Eve until 1:00 a.m. Patrons must leave by 2:00 a.m. A written request must be submitted to the liquor commissioner by December 15.
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licensee holding a restaurant or on-site catering class liquor license may request extended hours for the sale of alcoholic liquor on New Year's Eve. Alcoholic liquor may be sold until 1:00 a.m. The licensee shall lock doors at 1:00 a.m. and shall not allow patrons to enter after that hour. All patrons must leave the premises by 2:00 a.m. A written request shall be submitted to the liquor commissioner on or before December 15 prior
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McCullom Lake·3.2
Penalty
Summary
This section outlines penalties for violations of the chapter, including fines and potential revocation of a retail liquor dealer's license. It also specifies penalties for parents or legal guardians who allow minors on licensed premises primarily selling alcohol.
Section Text
shall violate the provisions of this chapter shall, upon conviction, be subject to a fine of not less than $100.00 nor more than $500.00 for each such offense or to the revocation of his or her retail liquor dealer's license, or to both such fine and revocation of such license. Any parent or legal guardian who shall suffer or permit any minor child of whom he or she may be the parent or legal guardian to be or remain...room or compartment adjoining or adjacent to or situated in the room or place in which such licensed premise is situated and when the said licensed premises derives its principal business from the sale of alcoholic liquor, shall, upon conviction, be subject to a fine of not less than $100.00 nor more than $500.00 for each such offense
Business & Licensing
Tinley Park·112.28
Change In Ownership
Summary
This section requires licensees to report changes in ownership, partners, officers, directors, or managers to the Local Liquor Control Commissioner within ten days. New individuals must meet licensing standards and are subject to review.
Section Text
under this chapter, shall be reported in writing to the Local Liquor Control Commissioner within ten days of the change. All such new individuals shall meet all the standards of this chapter and must otherwise qualify to hold a liquor license. All such changes shall be subject to review by the Local Liquor Control Commissioner.
(Ord. 2021-O-086, passed
Business & Licensing
West Chicago·3.26
Original packages, containers; individual units
Summary
This section prohibits licensed entities from refilling original alcoholic liquor packages and requires all retail sales to be in original, unbroken sealed containers. It also prohibits selling individual units from multi-packs for off-premises consumption.
Section Text
Filling, refilling original packages. No person licensed under this chapter shall fill or refill, in whole or in part, any original package of alcoholic liquor with the same or any other kind of quality of alcoholic liquor; and, it shall be unlawful...person to have in his possession for sale at retail any bottles, casks or other containers containing alcoholic liquor except in original packages.
(b) Selling etc., alcoholic liquor in original container; unbroken seal. No person licensed hereunder as a dealer of alcoholic liquor, either personally or through his agent or employee, shall sell or permit to be sold, offer for sale, or give away any alcoholic liquor except in the original container and with the seal unbroken.
(c) Selling individual
Business & Licensing
Mundelein·5.76.070
Records
Summary
This section mandates that the local liquor control commissioner maintain a complete record of all liquor licenses issued. The commissioner must also provide copies of these records to the clerk, treasurer, and police chief, and notify them in writing within 48 hours of any new license issuance or revocation.
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kept a complete record of all such licenses issued by him or her; and shall furnish the clerk, treasurer and police chief with a copy thereof. Upon issuance of any new license, or the revocation of any old license, the local liquor control commissioner shall give written notice of such action to each of these officers within forty-eight hours of such action
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Forest Park·3.3.8
Records
Summary
This section mandates that the local liquor control commissioner maintain a complete record of all issued liquor licenses and provide copies to the village clerk, treasurer, and chief of police. It also requires written notification of new or revoked licenses to these officers within 48 hours.
Section Text
record of all such licenses issued by him, and shall furnish the village clerk, village treasurer and chief of police each with a copy thereof. Upon the issuance of any new license or the revocation of any old license, the local liquor control commissioner shall give written notice of such action to each of these officers within forty eight (48) hours of such action. (Village code
Business & Licensing
South Holland·4.40
Location requirements
Summary
This section outlines the zoning districts where alcoholic liquor sales are permitted, specifying restrictions based on proximity to certain institutions like churches and schools. It also includes an exception for existing businesses and a provision for license renewals when a church is established after the original license issuance.
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sale of alcoholic liquor shall only be allowed in the Interstate Zoning District.
In addition, the sale of alcoholic liquor pursuant to Class 1 and Class 2 licenses shall be allowed in the Town Center Zoning District and the General Business District on 162nd Street.
No license shall be issued for the sale at retail of any alcoholic liquor within one hundred (100) feet of any church, school, hospital, home for the aged or indigent persons or for veterans, their...carried on, if such place of business exempted has been established for such purposes prior to the taking effect of this article. The prohibition of this section shall not extend to the renewal of a license for the sale at retail of alcoholic liquor on premises within one hundred
(100) feet of any church where the church has been established within one hundred
(100) feet since the issuance of the original license
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Burbank·3.4
License year and fees
Summary
This section establishes that all alcoholic beverage licenses in Burbank are issued on a calendar year basis and details the annual fees for various classes of licenses, including specific fees for packaged liquor sales, on-premises consumption, entertainment, and special licenses.
Section Text
licenses shall be issued on a calendar year basis to expire on December 31 of that year. The annual license fee for each class of license is as follows:
Class Description Fee for Each Calendar Year
A Packaged liquor sales only ..... $1,392.00
B Sale for consumption on premises, late 1,888.00
C Fuel service station consumption on premises 1,888.00
D Sale for consumption of beer and wine on premises, restaurant only—Video gaming prohibited 1,488.00
E Entertainment...Special Licenses $30.00 or $12.00 per day, whichever is greater. (See section 3-6 .)
V Veterans ..... 121.00
W Retail for the sale of wine and beer only ..... 1,730.00
The fee for a license to sell alcoholic liquor at retail issued by the local liquor control commissioner, pursuant to any ordinance amending section 3-5 and authorizing an increase in the number of licenses to be issued, shall be the sum of six thousand fifty dollars ($6,050.00), in addition
Business & Licensing
Blue Island·113.185
Definitions
Summary
This section defines 'Licensed Establishment' for the purpose of video gaming, outlining specific criteria and exclusions, particularly concerning establishments with contractual relationships with horse racing licensees. It also defines 'Licensed Fraternal Establishment' and begins the definition of 'Licensed Truck Stop Establishment'.
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purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
LICENSED ESTABLISHMENT.
(1) Any licensed retail establishment where alcoholic liquor is drawn, poured, mixed, or otherwise served for consumption on the premises, whether the establishment operates on a nonprofit or for-profit basis. LICENSED ESTABLISHMENT includes any such establishment that has a contractual relationship with an inter-track wagering location licensee licensed under the Illinois Horse Racing Act of 1975, being
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Wilmington·113.000
Definitions
Summary
This section defines key terms related to video gaming in licensed establishments, including specific criteria for "licensed establishment" and "licensed truck stop establishment."
Section Text
purpose of this article, the following words and phrases shall have the meanings respectively ascribed to them by this section: "Licensed establishment" means any licensed retail establishment where alcoholic liquor is drawn, poured, mixed, or otherwise served for consumption on the premises, whether the establishment operates on a nonprofit or for-profit basis. "Licensed establishment" includes any such establishment that has a contractual relationship with an inter-track wagering location licensee licensed under the Illinois Horse Racing