Search Municipal Codes

Municipalities
All municipalities
Filters
Click: include · Click again: exclude · Third click: clear
Clear domain filters
▶ Administration & Government 166
Administrative Hearings 11
Boards & Commissions 7
Budget, Purchasing & Funds 5
Elections
Employees, HR & Pensions 20
Ethics & Conduct 7
Governing Body (Elected) 40
Officers & Departments 26
Records, FOIA & Open Meetings 2
▶ Animals & Animal Control 2
Animal Control (Dogs & Cats)
Animal Licensing
Dangerous Animals
▶ Buildings & Construction 8
Electrical (NEC)
Energy (IECC)
Fire / Life-Safety (IFC) 2
General / Structural (IBC) 1
Mechanical (IMC)
Plumbing (IPC)
Property Maintenance (IPMC) 2
Residential (IRC)
▶ Business & Licensing 6,191
Amusements & Entertainment 254
General Business Licensing 499
Liquor Control 4,628
Regulated Trades 513
Tobacco & Cannabis 89
Charter & Formation
▶ Environment & Natural Resources 7
Air, Noise & Water Pollution 5
NPDES / MS4 Water Quality
Trees & Urban Forestry
Wetlands, Floodplain & Conservation 1
▶ General Provisions 288
Code Adoption & Enactment 3
General Definitions
General Penalty
Rules of Construction 1
▶ Health & Sanitation 119
Disease Control
Food Service & Handlers 34
Nuisances, Sanitation & Weeds 12
Pools & Recreational Health
▶ Human Relations & Civil Rights
Fair Housing
Human Rights & Anti-Discrimination
▶ Parks & Recreation 5
Parks & Facilities 5
Park Use Rules & Conduct
▶ Public Safety & Law Enforcement 161
Alarm Systems
Emergency Management 1
Fire Prevention & Response
Offenses Against Persons 2
Offenses Against Property
Peace, Order & Morals 28
Police Department & Powers 1
Weapons 3
▶ Streets & Public Property 56
Driveways & Approaches
Excavations & ROW Work 1
Public Property & Buildings 2
Streets, Sidewalks & Public Ways 25
▶ Subdivisions & Development
Dedications & Impact Fees
Design Standards
Plat Approval & Procedure
Required Improvements
▶ Taxation & Revenue 140
Excise Taxes 92
General Fee Schedules
Property Tax 7
Sales & Use Tax 2
Utility Tax
▶ Traffic & Vehicles 45
Automated/Photo Enforcement
Bicycles & Micromobility
Operation of Vehicles 4
Pedestrians
Rules of the Road 3
Speed Regulation
Stopping, Standing & Parking 4
Vehicle Equipment
▶ Utilities & Services 6
Cable/Video Franchise & PEG
Electric Service
Gas Service
Refuse, Garbage & Scavengers 4
Sanitary Sewer & Disposal
Storm & Drainage
Water Supply & Service
▶ Zoning & Land Use 183
Bulk & Dimensional Standards
Landscaping & Screening
Nonconformities
Off-Street Parking & Loading 4
Overlay & Special Districts 3
Permitted & Special Uses 15
Planned Unit Developments 1
Signs
Site Design
Use Districts 46
Zoning Administration 8
7,585 results for “liquor license” · page 166 of 304
South Chicago Heights · 6.75

Pool tables

holder of a retail liquor license shall permit more than two pool or billiard tables in a licensed premises
Business & Licensing
Gurnee · 74.209

Penalties

This section outlines penalties for violations of the Gurnee Food and Beverage Tax, including late filing/payment penalties, fines for non-compliance, and potential suspension or revocation of business and liquor licenses.

Failure to collect, remit, report or pay any food and beverage tax shall be grounds for the suspension, revocation, and/or non-renewal of an annual business license under chapter 22-1 et. seq. of this Code and any alcoholic liquor license as defined in chapter 6 of the Code
Taxation & Revenue
McHenry · 4.6.5

Application For License

This section outlines the application process for video gaming establishment and terminal licenses in McHenry, requiring adherence to city forms, general business license provisions, and state regulations. The City Council has sole discretion in approving or denying applications based on various factors related to the applicant, location, and community welfare.

video gaming establishment and video gaming terminal licenses issued by the City shall be completed on forms provided by and filed with the City Clerk. All applications shall conform to the general provisions set forth in chapter 1, “Business Licenses Generally”, of this title, as well as the State of Illinois, through the Illinois Gaming Board, and pursuant to the Illinois Video Gaming Act and the rules and regulations implemented thereto. B.   Action On Filed Applications: Filed applications for video...nature of any proposed business(es) associated with the applicant, surrounding property uses, and any other factors deemed relevant by the City Council members regarding aesthetics, the character of the community and welfare of the public. Issuance of a liquor license shall not entitle the holder to renewal of a video gaming license, and no protectible property interest or vested right shall have been created
Business & Licensing
Burbank · 3.17.2

Display of nude material to minors

This ordinance prohibits liquor license holders from displaying or allowing the display of material with explicit nudity in public areas where minors can view it. This applies to books, magazines, and other printed materials that expose genitals, pubic area, buttocks, or female breasts below the areola without opaque covering.

shall be unlawful for any person holding a liquor license to display, or to allow the display or exhibit on the licensed premises of any book, magazine, pamphlet, photograph, or printed material which on its cover outside shows the human male or female genitals, pubic area, or buttocks with less than a full opaque covering, or which shows the female breasts with less than a full opaque covering of any portion thereof below the top of the areola
Business & Licensing
Burbank · 3.8

Location of place of sale

This section dictates that all retail sales and consumption of alcoholic beverages must occur within the licensed premises, with exceptions for approved outdoor service areas like beer gardens. The mayor has the authority to grant, condition, and revoke permissions for these outdoor areas.

alcoholic beverage shall be sold, offered for sale, kept for sale, displayed or advertised for sale at retail or delivered to any person purchasing same at retail, except at the location, place or premises described in a retail liquor license. All alcoholic beverages shall be sold and consumed inside of the licensed premises and not outside of any building except where specific approval has been given by the mayor for a "beer garden" or other similar outdoor service
Business & Licensing
Winnetka · Section 5.24.020   Hours Of Operation.

This section establishes specific operating hours for different types of food businesses in Winnetka, including standard restaurants, fast food/drive-in restaurants, and food stores. It also includes a special provision for restaurants licensed to serve alcohol on New Year's Day.

other nights of the week. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the hours of any standard restaurant that is also licensed to serve alcoholic beverages under a Class A or Class A-1 liquor license issued pursuant to Chapter 5.09 of this code, may remain open for business until 2:00 a.m. on January 1 st ; provided, that no additional patrons shall be admitted to such restaurant after 1:00 a.m. B.   Fast food restaurants and drive-in restaurants may be open
Business & Licensing
Chicago Heights · 2.406

Authorized payments

This section authorizes the City of Chicago Heights to accept credit card payments for a wide range of authorized obligations, including various fees and fines. This broad authorization covers all purposes for which the city is permitted to accept payment.

city may accept credit card payments for all types of authorized obligations, including, but not limited to: (1) License fees for business, temporary business, dog and cat, entertainer, garage sale, and liquor licenses; (2) Birth and death certificate fees; (3) Vehicle sticker fees; (4) Permit fees; (5) Zoning filing fees; (6) Passport application fees; (7) Water fees and payments; (8) Sewer maintenance fees; (9) Citations, tickets, and ordinance violation fees; or (10) Any purpose for which the city is authorized
Administration & Government
Palos Park · 808.25

Service On Village Property.

This section authorizes the Mayor of Palos Park to permit the service of alcoholic beverages on Village property for qualifying non-profit or Village-sponsored events, provided specific insurance, licensing, and supervision requirements are met.

organization requesting the permission is a not-for-profit organization, or a commercial organization or business that is participating in an event that is being sponsored by the Village. (b)   Statutory dram shop insurance is obtained and a temporary liquor license is obtained. (c)   Supervision is adequately provided to assure compliance with State liquor laws. (d)   The Police Department has complete access to the event or function and authority to terminate said function if any violation of State or Village
Business & Licensing
Hazel Crest · 17.59

Hours of operation

This section prohibits businesses from operating between 12:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. unless they obtain an extended hours permit. The permit requires review by the police chief and manager and approval by the village board based on adequate on-site security.

Editor's note— Section 4 of Ord. No. 09-2024, adopted Oct. 22, 2024, provides that, subject to the permitting requirement of section 17-59(b), current holders of Class D and Class H liquor licenses will be eligible for Class D Extended or Class H Extended licenses without the payment of the additional fee. The additional fee shall go into effect
Elgin · 6.06.095

Application; meeting; notice

This section outlines the requirements for public meetings and notice procedures prior to the issuance of new liquor licenses in Elgin, specifically concerning adherence to issuance limitations. It details sign posting requirements, duration, and associated bond procedures for applicants.

licensed informing the general public of the upcoming public hearing. The required sign shall be obtained from the city for use by the petitioner and shall contain the following information: Notice of Public Hearing For this Property Liquor License For more Information Call 311 or Visit www.cityofelgin.org/publichearings C. The sign shall be posted on the subject property at a location oriented to and readable from the nearest adjacent roadway. However, where a parcel abuts two (2) or more roadways...Class H, I and K-1 licenses and outside event, special event and downtown farmers' market event permits without conducting a public hearing thereof. In the event the chairman of the local liquor commission declines to grant an application for a Class H, I or K-1 license or an outside event, special event or downtown farmers' market event permit, then such application shall be submitted to the local liquor control commission for a public hearing and consideration provided
Business & Licensing
Lincolnwood · 10.2.20

Closing hours

This section establishes specific closing hours for the sale of alcoholic liquors by different license classes within Lincolnwood. It outlines daily operating hours and notes several exceptions for holidays and specific days of the week.

person licensed hereunder shall sell or permit to be sold, offer for sale or give away any alcoholic liquors except during the hours as set forth below.(1) Class A license: between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 a.m. the next day; except that the 1:00 a.m. closing hour shall be extended to 2:00 a.m. Sunday; 3:00 a.m. on New Year's Day; and 4:00 a.m., on the Sunday on which the Orthodox...Year's Day.(6) Class D license: between the hours of 11:00 a.m. and 12:00 midnight.(7) Class D-1 license: between the hours of 4:00 p.m. and 12:00 midnight.(8) Class E license: The service of alcoholic liquor shall only take place from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m., except that service may be made up to 2:00 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday mornings and except that the closing hour shall be extended
Business & Licensing
Glenview · 6.22

Persons ineligible for license

This section outlines various categories of individuals and entities ineligible for a license in Glenview. These ineligibilities range from character and residency requirements to criminal convictions and past license revocations.

statutory provisions; (16) A corporation that is not in good standing in its State of incorporation or not registered to do business in the State; or (17) A person who is not eligible to receive any State retail liquor dealer's license pursuant to the provisions of the State statute, as amended from time to time. (b) No license shall be issued to any person for the sale of any alcoholic liquor at any store or other place of business...corporation and the corporation has terminated its relationship with each director, officer, employee or controlling shareholder whose actions directly contributed to the conviction of the corporation. The local liquor control Commissioner shall determine if all provisions of this subsection have been met before any action on the corporation's license is initiated
Business & Licensing
Plano · 3.2.18

Minors, Intoxicated Persons, Habitual Drunkards, Private Parties/Events, Entertainment And On Site Activities

This section prohibits licensees from allowing minors, intoxicated persons, or habitual drunkards on their premises and restricts the presence of minors in taverns, with specific exceptions for accompanied minors and businesses not predominantly selling alcohol.

other than alcoholic liquor. B.   Presence Of Minors Restricted: It shall be unlawful for any person under the age of twenty one (21) years to be present in a class A tavern during the times that alcoholic liquor is sold. If the license is issued for a business which is not predominantly for the sale of alcoholic liquor, such as hotels or bowling alleys, this subsection shall only apply to the room or area set aside for the sale...employees or agents actually working, shall be present in a class A tavern between the hour of closing and the hour of opening as established in this chapter; provided, that if the license is issued for a business which is not predominantly for the sale of alcoholic liquor such as hotels or bowling alleys, this subsection shall apply only to the room or area set aside for the sale and consumption of alcoholic liquor. D.   Conduct Of Place Of Business
Business & Licensing
Oswego · 3.36.1

Definitions

This section defines key terms related to the Food and Beverage Tax chapter, including alcoholic liquor, food and beverage, purchase at retail, and retail food facility. It provides a detailed description of what constitutes a retail food facility and lists several exclusions.

similar residential care facilities or programs for the central preparation of meals to be delivered and consumed at private residences of invalids or the elderly nor to facilities operated by not-for-profit associations or corporations. Retail liquor facility. Any establishment licensed under chapter 7 of this title with respect to the sale of liquor where the liquor sold is intended to be consumed on the premises. Retailer. A person who sells or offers for sale food, beverages, and alcoholic
Taxation & Revenue
Glen Ellyn · 3.44.1

Definitions

This section provides definitions for terms used in the Glen Ellyn Food and Beverage Tax chapter. It defines terms such as Alcoholic Liquor, Food and Beverage, Prepared Food Item, Purchase at Retail, Retail Food Facility, and Retail Liquor Facility.

partially intended to permit on-site consumption of food (such as a grocery store with a prepared food service area), only that portion of the facility selling prepared food shall be considered a retail food facility. RETAIL LIQUOR FACILITY: Any establishment licensed under Chapter 19 of this title with respect to the sale of liquor where the liquor sold is intended to be consumed on the premises. RETAILER: A person who sells or offers for sale food, beverages, and alcoholic
Taxation & Revenue
Hawthorn Woods · 3.10.1

Definitions

This section defines key terms used in the chapter related to food and beverage taxation. It clarifies what constitutes alcoholic liquor, food and beverage, purchase at retail, and a retail food facility.

similar residential care facilities or programs for the central preparation of meals to be delivered and consumed at private residences of invalids or the elderly nor to facilities operated by not-for-profit associations or corporations. RETAIL LIQUOR FACILITY: Any establishment licensed under Chapter 3 of this title with respect to the sale of liquor where the liquor sold is intended to be consumed on the premises. RETAILER: A person who sells or offers for sale food, beverages, and alcoholic
Taxation & Revenue
Darien · 3.4.10.2

Definitions

This section defines key terms relevant to municipal taxation of businesses, specifically for retail food facilities and the sale of prepared food and beverages within the municipality of Darien.

with a prepared food service area), only that portion of the facility selling prepared food shall be considered a retail food facility. Includes all food and beverage sales by vendors at community wide festivals and events. RETAIL LIQUOR FACILITY: Any establishment licensed under chapter 3 of this title with respect to the sale of liquor where the liquor sold is intended to be consumed on the premises. RETAILER: A person who sells, or offers for sale, food, beverages and alcoholic
Business & Licensing
Naperville · 3.1.9

FOOD AND BEVERAGE TAXES

This section of the Naperville municipal ordinance provides definitions for terms related to food and beverage taxes. It defines alcoholic liquor, procedures for amending tax returns, the downtown geographic area, prepared food items, retail purchases, and retail food facilities.

portion of the facility selling such prepared food or beverages shall be considered a retail food facility. This definition does not include temporary food establishments at special events, festivals, fairs, farmers' markets, or similar nonpermanent operations. RETAIL LIQUOR FACILITY: Any establishment licensed under Chapter 3 of this Title with respect to the sale of liquor where the liquor sold is intended to be consumed on the premises. RETAILER: A person who sells or offers for sale food, beverages and Alcoholic
Taxation & Revenue
South Chicago Heights · 6.33

Disposition of fees

This section outlines the process for handling fees associated with retail liquor dealer's license applications in South Chicago Heights. It specifies that fees are paid to the local liquor control commissioner, turned over to the treasurer, and either returned to the applicant if denied or deposited into the general corporate fund (or another designated fund) if granted.

fees, as referred to in section 6-37 shall be paid to the local liquor control commissioner at the time application for a retail liquor dealer's license is made, and shall be forthwith turned over to the treasurer. In the event the license applied for is denied, the fee shall be returned to the applicant. If the license is granted, the fee shall be deposited in the general corporate fund or in such other fund as shall have been
Business & Licensing
Lake Barrington · 2.3.15

Duplicate License

This section outlines the process for obtaining a duplicate liquor license in Lake Barrington if the original is lost or destroyed. A written application to the Local Liquor Control Commissioner is required, and a fee will be charged as specified in another section of the Code.

event of the loss or destruction of a license issued pursuant to this chapter, upon written application to the Local Liquor Control Commissioner, a duplicate license shall be issued. The fees for the issuance of a duplicate license shall be as specified from time to time in section 1-10-7 of this Code
Business & Licensing
Elmwood Park · 4.4.9

Records

The Liquor Commissioner is required to maintain a comprehensive record of all local retail liquor dealer licenses and to notify the Chief of Police about any changes to these licenses (issuance, renewal, revocation, or suspension).

Liquor Commissioner shall keep a complete record of all local retail liquor dealers' licenses issued pursuant to this chapter and shall immediately give written notice to the Chief of Police of the issuance, renewal, revocation or suspension of any such license
Business & Licensing
Willowbrook · 3.12.3

Local Liquor Control Commissioner

This section designates the Village Mayor as the Local Liquor Control Commissioner, responsible for administering liquor control laws and local ordinances. It outlines the Mayor's authority to appoint and revoke Deputy Commissioners and details the compensation structure for the Commissioner and deputies.

receive complaints from any citizen within the Village when any provision of the State Statutes or this Code have been or are being violated and act upon such complaints in the manner provided by law. 4.   To receive local liquor license fees and deposit same to the credit of the Village. 5.   To examine, or cause to be examined, under oath, any applicant for a local license or for the renewal thereof, or any licensee upon whom notice of revocation...order, by issuance of a written order, any licensed premises closed for not more than seven (7) 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 Village; except, that if such licensee shall also be engaged in the conduct of another business or businesses on the licensed premises, such order shall
Business & Licensing
Wauconda · 122.01

Qualified exemption from gaming

This section provides a qualified exemption from prohibitions on gambling and gaming for licensed video gaming establishments operating video gaming terminals that comply with village and state regulations. It defines key terms like 'Act', 'Licensed establishment', 'Licensed video gaming establishment', and 'Video gaming terminal'.

following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning. Act. The Illinois Video Gaming Act, ILCS Ch. 230, Act 40, §§ 1 et seq. Licensed establishment. Any establishment which: (a) Holds a valid village license to sell liquor at retail for consumption on its premises under Chapter 119, titled Alcoholic Beverages, of this code; and (b) Is licensed by the Illinois Gaming Board to offer video gaming terminals for play pursuant to the Act. Licensed video
Business & Licensing
Glenview · 6.36

Change of location

This section dictates that a retail liquor dealer's license is tied to a specific location and any change requires formal permission from the local liquor control Commissioner. The new location must comply with all relevant state, chapter, and village laws for the retail sale of alcoholic beverages.

retail dealer's liquor license shall permit the sale of alcoholic beverages only on the premises described in the application and license. Such location may be changed only upon formal permission issued by the local liquor control Commissioner. No change of location shall be permitted unless the proposed new location is a proper one for the retail sale of alcoholic beverages under the laws of this State, this chapter and the ordinances of the Village
Business & Licensing
Roselle · 3.37

Closing hours

This section prohibits the retail sale of alcoholic liquor in Roselle between 1:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. daily, with extended hours on Saturdays, Sundays, holidays, and New Year's Day. It also outlines requirements for keeping premises open and specifies when alcoholic beverages are considered present during prohibited hours.

except for New Year's Day when the latest closing hour for retail liquor sales shall be 3:00 a.m. No alcoholic liquor shall be delivered, distributed or given away without charge by any holder of any retail liquor license after closing hours as designated herein. (b) It shall be unlawful to keep open for business or to admit the public to any premises in or on which all the liquor is sold at retail during the hours within which...shall be considered a violation if any glass or other vessel containing alcoholic liquor shall be present, on any bar or table where patrons are served, or at any premises licensed under this chapter, at any time during the closing hours specified herein when no alcoholic liquor may be sold, given away, offered for sale or consumed, in, upon or about any such premises
Business & Licensing