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This section outlines the process for paying alcoholic liquor license fees in Hampshire. Fees are paid to the village clerk, then to the treasurer. If a license is denied, the fee is returned; if granted, it goes to the general fund or a fund designated by the board of trustees.

This section prohibits individuals under 21 from purchasing, possessing, or consuming alcohol in Bensenville. It also holds parents, guardians, and property owners responsible for preventing such violations and outlines penalties including fines, restitution, and community service.

This ordinance prohibits the possession of open containers of alcohol (wine, beer, or other alcoholic liquor) in public areas within Crestwood. This prohibition does not apply to areas specifically licensed or permitted for alcohol consumption.

This section restricts the location of all licensed premises to commercial districts, with an exception for special events liquor licenses which can be located in any zoning district.

This section outlines the responsibilities and authority of the Liquor Control Commissioner in Kenilworth. The Commissioner is responsible for enforcing local liquor ordinances and state laws, including inspecting licensed premises, acting on citizen complaints, issuing or denying liquor licenses, and appointing assistants.

This section mandates that any restaurant seeking an outdoor food and beverage service permit must also obtain a Class N liquor license if they serve liquor on their premises.

This section outlines the mandatory revocation of an operator's license for adult uses in Westchester under specific circumstances. Revocation is required if a cause for suspension occurs after a recent suspension, or if the licensee engages in or permits serious violations such as providing false information, criminal activity, illegal drug or alcohol sales, prostitution, or permitting minors or specific sexual activities on the premises.

This section establishes that an alcoholic liquor license in Northbrook is a personal privilege, not property, and is non-transferable. It outlines specific provisions for the continuation of the business by an estate's executor, administrator, or trustee in case of the licensee's death or bankruptcy.

This section establishes that an alcoholic liquor license in Northbrook is a personal privilege, not property, and is non-transferable. It outlines specific provisions for the continuation of the business by an estate's executor, administrator, or trustee in case of the licensee's death or bankruptcy.

This Villa Park ordinance prohibits the consumption or possession of open alcoholic beverage containers on public property. It allows for exceptions in designated park areas for specific events with authorization from the local liquor control commission.

This section restricts video gaming to premises holding specific Class B, B.1, and M liquor licenses. It aligns with the Illinois Video Gaming Act and the municipality's own chapter on video gaming.

This section outlines the conditions under which a license for a sexually oriented business can be revoked by the village administrator. Revocation can occur due to repeated suspensions within a year or for specific offenses such as providing false information, criminal activity, allowing illegal drug or alcohol use, permitting prostitution or sexual acts, or operating without a valid license.

This section outlines the process for obtaining a business license for a firearm or gun shop in Merrionette Park. It requires application to the village clerk, clearance from the chief of police including fingerprint analysis, and allows for temporary suspension of the license by the village president.

This section prohibits the operation of video gaming terminals in Glenwood under three specific conditions: if the terminal operator lacks both Illinois Gaming Board and Village licenses for the location, if the location lacks a valid video gaming establishment license from both bodies, or if the location does not possess a valid Village of Glenwood Liquor License.

Liquor license holders in Campton Hills are required to immediately report disturbances, fights, assaults, and apparent law violations on their premises to the village police department via telephone.

This section prohibits the consumption of alcoholic beverages in public places and on public streets, with an exception for beer and wine consumed on the beach in approved containers from licensed vendors. It also outlines regulations for licensees regarding alcohol consumption on their premises.

This section defines what constitutes a "special event" within Glen Ellyn, encompassing various public events on different property types and those involving liquor service. While generally exempting private indoor events from the application process, it still requires them to obtain liquor licenses.

This section outlines permitted retail and personal service uses within mixed-use planned developments in the B-1 Neighborhood Business District. It provides an enumerated list of allowed uses, with the stipulation that any unlisted use must be approved by the board of trustees as similar and compatible.

This section mandates that licensed alcoholic beverage premises must maintain clear views into their interiors from public areas at all times and that parking lots must be adequately lit at night for security purposes. It also outlines penalties for obscuring views and grants the local liquor control commissioner authority to require plans and photographs for enforcement.

This section prohibits the consumption or possession of open containers of alcoholic liquor in public places, public intoxication, and the possession of open liquor in motor vehicles on public rights-of-way. Exceptions are made for beer and wine consumed or possessed in approved containers from authorized licensees in the beach area.

This section stipulates that any revocation or suspension of a village-issued license or contractor's registration must be preceded by a hearing according to this subchapter's requirements. However, this rule does not apply to liquor licenses.

This section provides definitions for various terms used throughout the chapter, primarily related to alcohol and establishments where it may be served or consumed, such as banquet halls and bowling alleys.

This section defines key terms used throughout the Alcoholic Liquor Regulations chapter of the Hampshire municipal ordinance. It provides specific definitions for alcohol, alcoholic liquor, beer, bowling alley, and club.

This section establishes a $500 application fee for new liquor licenses in Bloomingdale to cover administrative costs. However, no application fee is required for license classes C and T, and a Family Fest supplemental license.

This ordinance prohibits minors from being in rooms where alcoholic liquor is served, with exceptions for waiters/waitresses, and for minors accompanied by parents or guardians. Restaurants are excluded unless food service has ceased and only alcohol is being dispensed.