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7,585 results for “liquor license” · page 163 of 304
Villa Park · 3.401

Sales during certain hours unlawful; closing hours

This section prohibits the sale or consumption of alcoholic liquor on licensed premises in Villa Park between specified hours, with variations for weekdays, Saturdays, Sundays, and January 1st. It also outlines patron departure requirements and licensee responsibilities for removing alcoholic beverages at closing.

shall be unlawful to sell or offer for sale at retail or to permit consumption of any alcoholic liquor on licensed premises in the village between the hours of 1:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. on Mondays through Friday; except that: (1) On January 1, it shall be unlawful to sell or offer for sale at retail any alcoholic liquor in the village between the hours of 2:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m.; (2) On Saturdays between...sold or consumed during such hours; and (3) On Sundays between 2:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. it shall be unlawful to sell or offer for sale at retail any alcoholic liquor at establishments holding Class B, D, D-1, F, or H licenses within the village. In the computation of time under this section, it shall be in accordance with whichever schedule of time is then in effect, be it Central Standard Time or Central Daylight Saving Time
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Riverwoods · 3.2.11

Premises Requirements

This section outlines physical and operational requirements for premises licensed to sell alcoholic liquor in Riverwoods. It includes regulations on fire safety, sanitation, restroom facilities, decorations, door functionality, and staff health, with non-compliance potentially leading to license revocation.

premises wherein the sale of alcoholic liquor is licensed must conform to the following regulations: 1.   Provide proper fire extinguishers which must be tested and refilled at least once a year. 2.   Equip all bars with running water and two (2) rinse tanks. 3.   Provide two (2) washrooms, one plainly marked "men" and one plainly marked "women". 4.   No crepe paper or other decoration may be used, unless such decoration has been fireproofed...food service establishment in any capacity in which there is a likelihood of such person contaminating food or food contact surfaces with pathogenic organisms or transmitting disease to other persons. C.   All liquor licensees shall be required to maintain a valid business or club license in the village
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River Grove · 5.24.19

Prohibited Activities

This section prohibits retail liquor dealers from selling or delivering alcohol to minors, intoxicated persons, or habitual drunkards. It also outlines requirements for verifying age and identity, with an affirmative defense for licensees who reasonably rely on proper documentation, unless the documentation is known to be false.

composed or by its shape or design, or that by its ordinary and customary use is likely to mislead the consumer as to the alcoholic character of the product, except for consumption on the licensed premises. A "novelty-type" container is an alcoholic liquor container which uses the same shape or design as another non-alcoholic food product, but does not include cans or bottles or other containers as allowed by this section. The local liquor control commissioner shall have...employee of such licensee shall permit any person to carry a concealed firearm on the licensed premises. 1.   The owner or lessee of the premises or place of business operating under a Village's retailer's license for the sale of alcoholic liquor shall post a sign indicating that firearms are prohibited on the property. Signs stating that the carrying of firearms is prohibited shall be clearly and conspicuously posted at the entrance of a building, premises, or real property
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Rolling Meadows · 22.109

Character of applicant; ineligibility

This section outlines the character and criminal history standards that applicants for specialty shop or smoking lounge licenses in Rolling Meadows must meet. The chief of police investigates applicants, and certain disqualifications, such as lack of good character, non-legal residency, felony convictions without sufficient rehabilitation, failure to comply with city code, or conviction for keeping a house of ill fame, can lead to ineligibility or license revocation.

determine if they satisfy the character and criminal history standards provided by this Section. Applicants for a specialty shop license or a smoking lounge license under this Division 2 who possess or are concurrently applying for a liquor license under Chapter 6 (Alcoholic Beverages) may be subject to a single background check to determine eligibility for both licenses. No specialty shop license or smoking lounge license shall be issued to persons, firms, partnerships or corporations should any of the following
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Lake Forest · 111.041

Location Restrictions

This section restricts the location and type of businesses that can be licensed to sell alcoholic liquor, particularly near sensitive institutions like churches, schools, and hospitals, and also prohibits sales where the primary customers are minors or the business primarily sells items for minors.

license shall be issued for the sale at retail of any alcoholic liquor within 100 feet of any church building used for worship or educational purposes, school (other than an institution of higher learning), hospital, senior citizen housing, daycare center, nursing or personal care facility, or any military or naval station. Notwithstanding the foregoing sentence, this prohibition shall not apply to hotels offering restaurant service, regularly organized clubs or other places where sale of alcoholic liquor is not the principal...such place of business so exempted shall have been established for such purposes prior to the time such other use was established within 100 feet of the licensed premises; nor to the renewal of a license for the sale of alcoholic liquor on premises within 100 feet of any church where such church has been established within such 100 feet since the issuance of the original license. Nothing contained in this division (A) shall restrict the issuance of a license
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Palatine · 4.50

Failure to operate; lapse of license

This section states that a liquor license will lapse if the business closes for 30 consecutive days. The village manager can grant an extension for operational failures due to construction, remodeling, or other unavoidable circumstances.

event that the operation of any business for which a liquor license is granted hereunder shall close down, terminate or cease for a period of 30 consecutive days, such license shall forthwith lapse and be of no further force, effect or validity. (b) The village manager may grant a grace period for failure to operate related to construction, remodeling, or other circumstances deemed to be beyond the control of the liquor establishment. (Code
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McCook · 6.48

Hearings; suspension or revocation; other penalties

This section outlines the procedures and penalties for hearings conducted by the local liquor control commissioner, including the role of a certified court reporter and legal advisor. It details the commissioner's powers to revoke or suspend licenses, issue fines, and assess costs, with specific provisions for violations involving gambling devices.

officer, ask questions to clarify statements, advise the local commissioner on procedure and law, and otherwise assist the local liquor control commissioner in the conduct of the hearings. (b) The local liquor control commissioner shall have the power to revoke any license, to suspend any license for a period of not to exceed 365 days, and to issue a fine in an amount not to exceed...violation. The local liquor control commissioner may also assess the costs of the proceedings, including reasonable attorney's fees, against the licensee. In the event that a violation involves a gambling device, the local liquor control commissioner may also suspend the license for all machines, amusement devices, and video games for a period not to exceed one year. (Code
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Carol Stream · 11.1.3

Powers, Duties And Functions

This section outlines the powers, duties, and functions of the Liquor Control Commissioner in Carol Stream, including the authority to grant, suspend, or revoke liquor licenses, adopt regulations, conduct inspections, investigate complaints, and issue subpoenas.

Liquor Control Commissioner shall have the following powers, duties and functions with respect to local liquor licenses: (A)   To grant or suspend for not more than 30 days or revoke for cause all local licenses issued to persons or entities for premises within his or her jurisdiction; (B)   To adopt rules and regulations for the conduct and operation of a licensee’s business which are not inconsistent with state law or municipal ordinances; (C)   To enter or to authorize...order, upon the issuance of a written order, the licensed premises closed for not more than seven days, giving the licensee an opportunity to be heard during that period, if the Liquor Control Commissioner has reason to believe that any continued operation of a particular licensed premises will immediately threaten the welfare of the community; except that, if such licensee shall also be engaged in the conduct of another business or businesses on the licensed premises, such order shall
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Chicago · 7.38.065

Alcoholic Liquor Sales – Health And Sanitary Requirements.

This section mandates that establishments selling alcoholic liquor for on-premises consumption must maintain adequate hot and cold water, washing and sanitizing facilities for cleaning service items, and sufficient toilet facilities. It also requires compliance with general health and sanitary requirements of the Municipal Code and Department of Health rules.

Every person licensed under Section 4-60-100 of the Municipal Code of Chicago who shall sell any alcoholic liquor for consumption on the premises of such licensee, shall keep and maintain the licensed premises equipped with hot and cold water and adequate washing and sanitizing facilities for the cleaning of glasses and service utensils, shall provide adequate toilet facilities, and shall comply with the health and sanitary requirements of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the rules
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Winnetka · Section 5.09.050   Liquor Advisory Board.

This section establishes a Liquor Advisory Board composed of Village Trustees to advise the Local Liquor Control Commissioner. The Board's duties include recommending rules and policies for liquor sales and licensing, conducting hearings on license complaints, and promoting temperance and public welfare.

recommend to the Local Liquor Control Commissioner rules and regulations, not inconsistent with the law, for the distribution and sale of alcoholic liquor at retail in the Village; B.   To recommend the policy and criteria for the licensing and operation of retail liquor establishments; C.   To make any other recommendations to the Local Liquor Control Commissioner to the end that the health, safety and welfare of the people of the Village be protected and that temperance in the consumption...alcoholic liquor be promoted; D.   To conduct hearings upon complaints and upon charges for suspension, revocation or nonrenewal of a local license, when such complaint or charge is referred to it by the Local Liquor Control Commissioner; and E.   To participate in hearings and/or post-hearing proceedings on the renewal, suspension and revocation of local licenses, as provided in Section 5.09.280 of this chapter. (Prior code § 35.05) (MC-4-2007, Amended, 04/17/07; MC-9-2002, Added, 09/17/2002
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Round Lake Heights · 3.3.17

Revocation of license

This section outlines the grounds for revocation of a local liquor license by the Mayor in Round Lake Heights, specifically for violations of the chapter or the Illinois Liquor Control Act. It also details penalties, including a one-year prohibition on granting a new license for the premises and clarifies that no license fee refund will be provided. The section also includes definitions for various terms related to alcohol, events, and illicit drugs.

Mayor may revoke any local license issued by the Village if he determines that the licensee has violated any provision of this Chapter or of the Illinois Liquor Control Act. There shall be no refund of license fee. These penalties shall be in addition to any other penalties that...assessed for conviction of violation. When any license shall have been revoked for cause, no license shall be granted to any person for the period of one (1) year thereafter for the sale of alcoholic liquor on the premises described in the revoked license. Such revocation shall be in accordance with the authority granted by the Illinois Liquor Control Act, chapter 43 of the Illinois Revised Statutes. (Ord. 83-7, 4-14-83) A. For the purpose of this Section
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Cary · 5.08.170

License—Suspension or revocation

This section outlines the authority of the Village President to suspend or revoke a liquor dealer's license for violations of alcoholic liquor sales provisions. It specifies that suspensions can last up to thirty days and revocation can occur for cause, as provided by state law.

Village President may suspend for not more than thirty (30) days (235 ILCS 5/4-4) or revoke for cause any liquor dealer's license for violation of any provision pertaining to the sale of alcoholic liquor as provided and in the manner provided in 235 ILCS 5/7-5. (Code 1981, § 5.08.170; Ord. No. 98-5-2, § 1(part
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Ford Heights · 4.86

Commissioner

This section designates the village president as the liquor control commissioner. The commissioner's duties are to adhere to state statutes regarding the issuance and control of liquor licenses.

president of the village shall be the liquor control commissioner of the village, in conformity with the state statutes governing the issuance of liquor licenses and the control thereof in the various municipalities. State law reference— Local liquor control commissioners, 235 ILCS 5/4-2
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South Chicago Heights · 6.2

Local liquor control commissioner

This section designates the village president as the local liquor control commissioner, responsible for administering the liquor control chapter and state liquor laws. The commissioner has broad powers to grant, suspend, or revoke local liquor licenses, inspect licensed premises, and act on citizen complaints regarding violations.

ILCS 105/101.01 et seq.) or a foreign corporation functioning as a club in this state under a certificate of authority issued under that act has violated this act by selling or offering for sale at retail alcoholic liquors without a retailer's license. (4) To receive complaints from any citizen that any of the provisions of the Illinois Liquor Control Act or any rules or regulations adopted pursuant thereto or any provisions of this chapter have been or are being...order, upon the issuance of a written order, the licensed premises closed for not more than seven days, giving the licensee an opportunity to be heard during that period, if the local liquor control commissioner has reason to believe that any continued operation of a particular licensed premises will immediately threaten the welfare of the community. Except that if such licensee shall also be engaged in the conduct of another business or businesses on the licensed premises, such order shall
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Minooka · 3.4.2

Liquor Control Commissioner

This section establishes the Liquor Control Commissioner and Commission in Minooka, outlining their powers to grant, revoke, and oversee liquor licenses. It also details their authority to investigate applicants and licensees, and allows for waivers of certain requirements for specific governmental or not-for-profit entities.

citizen within the village that any provisions of this chapter have been or are being violated; and to act upon such complaint in the manner hereinafter provided; and to receive local license fees and pay the same forthwith to the village treasurer. B. The local liquor control commission shall have the right to examine or cause to be examined under oath any applicant for a local license, or for any renewal thereof, or any licensees upon whom notice of revopcation...examined the books and records of any such applicants or licensee; to hear testimony and take proof for his information in the performance of his duties, and for such purpose to issue subpoenas. C.   Where an applicant for a liquor license is (i) a governmental entity or (ii) a not-for-profit organization with a significant economic, political, social or charitable relationship to the Minooka community, the local liquor control commission is authorized to waive or defer (i) fingerprinting and/or
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McCook · 6.7

Minors

This section prohibits individuals under 21 years old from consuming, purchasing, possessing, or accepting delivery of alcoholic liquor, with specific exceptions. It also outlines restrictions on furnishing alcohol to minors and their employment in licensed establishments.

purpose of purchasing or attempting to purchase any alcoholic beverage. (e) It shall be unlawful for any person to employ or permit the employment of any person under the age of 21 years in any licensed premises where alcoholic liquor is sold where that person is involved in the sale or delivery of alcoholic liquor. Persons under the age of 21 may be employed in any licensed premises where their employment does not require them to sell, accept money
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Evergreen Park · 3.4

Consumption, Possession; False Identification; Employment Of Underaged Persons

This ordinance prohibits individuals under 21 from consuming, possessing, or purchasing alcoholic liquor, with specific exceptions for religious ceremonies, parental supervision at home, and employment by licensees. It also addresses the unlawful use of false identification to obtain alcohol and restricts the employment of minors in licensed premises where they would be involved in the sale or delivery of alcohol.

purpose of purchasing or attempting to purchase any alcoholic beverage. (e)   It shall be unlawful for any person to employ or permit the employment of any person under the age of 21 years in any licensed premises where alcoholic liquor is sold where that person is involved in the sale or delivery of alcoholic liquor. Persons under the age of 21 may be employed in any licensed premises where their employment does not require them to sell, accept money
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Hometown · 11.51

Minors

This section prohibits individuals under 21 from possessing, consuming, or purchasing alcoholic liquor, with specific exceptions for religious ceremonies, parental supervision at home, and employment with a licensee. It also prohibits selling or delivering alcohol to minors and the use of false identification to obtain or access alcohol.

purpose of purchasing or attempting to purchase any alcoholic beverage. (E) It shall be unlawful for any person to employ or permit the employment of any person under the age of 21 years in any licensed premises where alcoholic liquor is sold when that person is involved in the sale or delivery of alcoholic liquor. Persons under the age of 21 may be employed in any licensed premises where their employment does not require them to sell, accept money
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Palos Heights · 114.04

Powers Of Liquor Control Commissioner

This section outlines the powers and duties of the Palos Heights Liquor Control Commissioner, excluding certain types of liquor licenses. These powers include granting, suspending, and revoking local licenses, inspecting licensed premises, and handling citizen complaints.

liquor control commissioner has the following powers, functions and duties with respect to licenses, other than licenses to manufacturers, importing distributors, distributors, foreign importers, non-resident dealers, non-beverage users, brokers, railroads, airplanes and boats. (A)   To grant and or suspend for not more than 30 days or revoke for cause all local licenses issued to persons for premises within his jurisdiction; (B)   To enter or to authorize any law enforcing officer to enter at any time upon any premises...Profit Corporation Act" or a foreign corporation functioning as a club in the city under a certificate of authority issued under that Act has violated this Act by selling or offering for sale at retail alcoholic liquors without a retailer's license; (D)   To receive complaint from any citizen within his jurisdiction that any of the provisions of ILCS Ch. 235, Act 5, § 621, or any rules or regulations adopted pursuant hereto, have been or are being violated
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Green Oaks · 13.1.3.1

Proprietary License

This ordinance requires a proprietary license for any premises in Green Oaks with more than four coin-operated amusement devices. It establishes different license classes based on the type of establishment and outlines rules for licensees, including device transfer, placement, supervision, age restrictions, and noise control.

adult manager shall be required to be present during all times that the premises is open for business. 5.   No person under twenty one (21) years of age shall be allowed to play an amusement device licensed in a retail alcoholic liquor establishment, unless accompanied by a parent or guardian, or unless the device is housed in a specifically designated area removed from the liquor service area. 6.   It shall be unlawful to permit gambling on the premises...person under eighteen (18) years of age, unless they are accompanied by a parent or an adult twenty one (21) years of age or older. 4.   The sale or consumption of alcoholic liquor as defined in Chapter 10 of this Code on the licensed premises shall be prohibited. 5.   The premises must be located in reasonable proximity to a security office located within the enclosed retail shopping center. The exact distance between such premises and the security office required shall
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Huntley · 110.012

Sales to minors

This section prohibits individuals under 21 from purchasing, obtaining, consuming, or possessing alcoholic liquor in Huntley. It also makes it unlawful for parents or guardians to permit minors to violate these provisions, with an exception for religious services.

purchasing or obtaining alcoholic liquor in any tavern or other place in the Village where alcoholic liquor is sold. (C) In addition to all other fines or penalties, the Liquor Control Commission may suspend or revoke the retail liquor dealer's license for any violation of Subsection (A) of this section. (D) It shall be unlawful for any parent or guardian to permit any minor child of which the person may be the parent or guardian to violate
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Maywood · 117.56

Warning, Minors, Parents

This section requires establishments selling alcohol to post a warning for minors about the penalties for purchasing alcohol or misrepresenting their age. It also prohibits minors from remaining in certain areas of licensed premises unless accompanied by a parent or guardian, and makes it unlawful for parents or guardians to allow their children to violate these provisions.

under the ordinances of the Village of Maywood if you purchase alcoholic liquor, or misrepresent your age for the purpose of purchasing or obtaining alcoholic liquor. (B)   It shall be unlawful for any holder of a Class B liquor license, or his agent or employee, to suffer or permit any minor to be or remain in any room or compartment adjoining or adjacent to or situated in the room or place where such licensed premises is located; provided that this...subsection shall not apply to any minor who is accompanied by his or her parent or guardian, or to any licensed premises which derives its principal business from the sale of commodities other than alcoholic liquor. It shall be unlawful for any parent or guardian to permit any minor child of which he be parent or guardian to violate any provisions of this section. (1997 Code, § 35.28) (Ord. 78-10, passed 5-25-1978; Am. Ord. C0-03-01, passed
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Hainesville · 5.08.030

Powers, duties and functions of commissioner

This section outlines the powers, duties, and functions of the liquor control commissioner in Hainesville regarding local liquor licenses. The commissioner is authorized to grant, suspend, or revoke licenses, adopt rules, conduct inspections, receive and act on complaints, collect fees, and examine applicants and licensees.

liquor control commissioner shall have the following powers, duties and functions with respect to local liquor licenses: A. To grant or suspend for not more than thirty (30) days or revoke for cause all local licenses issued to persons or entities for premises within his or her jurisdiction; B. To adopt rules and regulations for the conduct and operation of a licensee's business which are not inconsistent with state law or municipal ordinances; C. To enter or to authorize...order, upon the issuance of a written order, the licensed premises closed for not more than seven days, giving the licensee an opportunity to be heard during that period, if the liquor control commissioner has reason to believe that any continued operation of a particular licenses premises will immediately threaten the welfare of the community. Except that if such licensee shall also be engaged in the conduct of another business or businesses on the licensed premises, such order shall
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Mettawa · Section 18.504. Penalties Following Hearing Before The Local Liquor Control Commissioner.

This section outlines the penalties the Local Liquor Control Commissioner can impose after a hearing for violations of village ordinances or state statutes related to alcoholic liquor sales. Penalties include suspension or revocation of a retail liquor dealer's license, and fines that escalate with repeated violations within a 12-month period.

alleged violation, if the Local Liquor Control Commissioner finds that there was any violation of the ordinances of the Village or statutes of the State of Illinois, the Local Liquor Control Commissioner may suspend or revoke any retail liquor dealer's license and/or fine such licensee for any violation of any provision of this Chapter or for the violation of any State of Illinois law pertaining to the sale of alcoholic liquor. 1. If the Local Liquor Control Commissioner elects
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Cary · 5.08.040

License required

This section establishes that selling or offering for sale alcoholic liquor within the Village of Cary is unlawful without the proper license or if conducted in violation of the license terms.

unlawful to sell or offer for sale in the Village any alcoholic liquor without having a license, or in violation of the terms of such license. (Code 1981, § 5.08.040; Ord. No. 98-5-2, § 1(part); Ord. No. O10-04-20, § 1, 4-20-2010; Ord. No. O13-03-04, § 1, § 1, 3-19-2013) State Law reference— Authority to require licenses, 235 ILCS 5/4-1
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