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Matteson · 150.004

Additions, Insertions, Deletions And Changes

This section revises the Matteson Building Code by inserting the village name, deleting specific permit exemptions, requiring construction documents to be prepared by an Illinois licensed design professional, and mandating detailed site plans and plats of survey at various construction stages. It also introduces requirements for temporary driveways and cash bonds.

shall be equipped with gutters, downspouts, extensions and/or splash blocks adequately designed and installed to accommodate roof drainage." (O) Section R402.1. Delete the entire section and replace with the following: Wood foundation systems shall not be permitted for dwelling units. Detached accessory structures with a footprint of 144 square feet or less may be placed on an approved wood platform provided that wood in direct contact with the ground shall be protected against decay in accordance with Section R317. Such...more than 12 inches from the corners. Accessory structures over 144 square feet shall be provided an electrical circuit for a lighting outlet and a ground fault protected receptacle outlet. Accessory structures shall be located a minimum of 10'-0" from any structure used as a dwelling except wood decks attached to the dwelling, pergolas and gazebos with no walls. Section R506.4 Concrete Flatwork. Driveways, driveway approaches, garage floors and public walks shall consist of 5 inches of concrete placed
Buildings & Construction
Prospect Heights · 5.6.2

R-1A Residential Transition District

This section establishes the R-1A Residential Transition District, intended for residential development and to facilitate a transition between R-1 single-family zones and more intense developments. It lists permitted uses, including single-family dwellings, and special uses that require a permit, such as churches and community centers.

Single-Family Residential District. B.   Permitted Uses: The following uses are permitted: Accessory uses in accordance with the provisions of chapter 3 of this title. Fences, in accordance with the provisions of chapter 3 of this title. Off street parking facilities in accordance with the provisions of chapter 8 of this title. Parks, forest preserves and recreational areas when publicly owned and operated. Single-family detached dwellings. C.   Special Uses: The following uses may be permitted by special use permit...stories. G.   Lot Coverage: The maximum coverage of a zoning lot shall not exceed twenty five percent (25%), including accessory buildings. H.   Floor Area Ratio: The maximum floor area ratio (FAR) for single-family detached dwellings and accessory buildings shall be twenty five percent (25%). The FAR applicable to the principal building only shall be twenty percent (20%). I.   Minimum Size Of Dwelling: Each single-family detached dwelling and other such structures occupied in whole or in part for residential
Zoning & Land Use
New Lenox · 106.141

R-6 multifamily residence district

This section establishes the R-6 multifamily residence district, intended for medium-density housing near transportation. It permits multifamily dwellings and specific public/quasipublic facilities, while also outlining several special uses that require zoning board of appeals authorization.

include structures or structural features inconsistent with the permitted use, and do not involve the conduct of any business, trade or industry. Accessory uses may include: (1) Accessory uses permitted in the R-1 district. (2) Home occupations. (3) Professional office of a resident in his dwelling involving the employment of not to exceed one person not a resident of the premises. (4) Attached solar energy systems when mounted on a side or rear building wall or roof, subject...this chapter. (7) Floor area ratio. The floor area ratio shall not exceed 0.7. (8) Maximum lot coverage. Not more than 40 percent of the lot area may be occupied by buildings and structures, including accessory buildings. (9) Minimum size of dwellings. Each efficiency unit or multifamily dwelling containing one bedroom, 700 square feet of livable floor area; each two-bedroom multifamily dwelling, 1,000 square feet; and each three-bedroom multi-family dwelling, 1,200 square feet. (10) Minimum
Zoning & Land Use
Highwood · 11.5D-1

Permitted Uses

This section outlines the exclusively permitted uses within Highwood's R-3A Residential District, a zone designated for restricted multiple dwellings. It specifies a list of allowed building types and activities, with detailed restrictions on multiple-family dwellings.

subsection 11-8-5A of this title. Duplex two-family dwellings. Multiple-family dwellings of not in excess of two (2) stories consisting of no more than four (4) dwelling units having a combined total of no more than six (6) bedrooms. Parks, playgrounds, forest preserves and accessory uses...owned or operated by not for profit public agencies. Public libraries. Public schools, elementary and high, or private schools having a curriculum equivalent to a public elementary school, public high school or public institution of higher learning. Single-family dwellings. Accessory buildings or uses incidental to the foregoing principal uses, including private garages, tool houses, and private greenhouse. (Ord. 2003-O-15, 3-18-2003; amd. 2009 Code
Zoning & Land Use
Chicago · 17.6.0400

Pmd, Planned Manufacturing Districts.

This section establishes the Planned Manufacturing District (PMD) zoning classification in Chicago. It outlines the purpose of PMDs, including fostering the industrial base and encouraging investment, and specifies a minimum land area requirement of 5 contiguous acres for designation. The section also lists established PMD districts by name.

following Supplemental Use standards also shall apply where specifically indicated. 1. Artist Work Space. Accessory galleries, showrooms and sales spaces shall not be larger than 4,000 square feet. In PMD 8, one accessory dwelling unit for an artist's household may be established within the principal building provided the floor area of the dwelling unit is less than or equal to the floor area of the artist's work space within the building and the dwelling unit is separated...Office. Office uses shall not be larger than 9,000 square feet, provided: a.   this floor area limit does not apply to projects which reuse an existing building or are accessory to an allowed industrial use; b.   this floor area limit does not apply in PMD 2, PMD 3 and PMD 5; c.   this floor area limit does not apply in PMD 4A, on lots abutting North Ashland Avenue if reviewed and approved in accordance with the special use procedures
Zoning & Land Use
Shorewood · 10.3.6

Agriculture As A Permitted Use

This section permits farming as a principal use if explicitly listed or if it was the principal use on a specific date (September 8, 2020), with restrictions on subdivided land. Accessory dwelling units for farming occupants are allowed, and gardening is permitted as an accessory use in all districts.

where the principal use of the property on September 8, 2020 is farming. Farming is not permitted on any portion of the property which has been subdivided and/or the installation of public or private improvements has commenced. Dwelling units which are accessory to the farming uses shall also be permitted; provided, that the occupants of the dwelling units are engaged in agricultural activities on the premises as their principal means of livelihood. Farming shall not be permitted as an accessory
Zoning & Land Use
Mettawa · Section 15.802. Accessory Structures And Uses.

This section outlines general regulations for accessory structures and uses in Mettawa, including limitations on floor area, height, and timing of construction relative to the principal building. It also specifies regulations for amateur (HAM) radio equipment.

Coldframe structures are limited to six feet in height. 3.   Coldframe structures are limited to a maximum square footage of 120 square feet. E.   Electric Vehicle Charging Station. 1.   Public commercial electric vehicle charging stations are permitted as an accessory use within any public parking lot, public parking structure, or gas station in non-residential districts. 2.   Each public charging station space must be posted with a sign indicating the space is only for electric vehicle charging purposes. Days...Chapter 9 of the Village Code. H.   Home Occupations. 1.   The home occupation must be conducted by the occupant or occupants residing in the dwelling. No outside employees are permitted. 2.   Home occupations are permitted in any dwelling unit as an accessory use provided that this use is clearly incidental and secondary to the primary use of the dwelling for residential purposes and does not change the character of the dwelling unit or adversely affect the surrounding residential district
Zoning & Land Use
Zion · 102.152

Accessory uses

This section defines accessory uses as subordinate buildings, structures, or uses serving a principal building or use, and lists specific examples permitted for residential buildings, including garages, sheds, playhouses, pools, dog facilities, decorative elements, decks, and play equipment. It also specifies conditions for keeping livestock and notes that off-street parking facilities are considered accessory uses.

garage shall be the same as is required for the principal structure. d. On any residential lot the total floor area of all accessory buildings shall be in conformance with section 102-32(c) and (d) of the Zoning Ordinance and shall not exceed 100 percent of the habitable ground floor area of the principal residential dwelling except that on lots greater than 16,000 square feet in area one additional square...foot of accessory building area shall be permitted per 15 square feet of lot area over 16,000 square feet but shall not exceed one and one-half times the habitable ground floor area of the principal residential dwelling. e. Attached accessory buildings shall comply with the same setback and bulk standards applicable to the principal building. Attached accessory buildings or detached accessory garages constructed between the side lot line and the principal building must conform to the same setbacks
Zoning & Land Use
Elgin · 19.45.110

Access driveways to a public right-of-way

This section governs the number, location, and design of access driveways to public rights-of-way, particularly for arterial and limited access arterial streets. It establishes specific limitations on driveways for parking structures, parking lots, parking garages, and residential parking areas, with allowances for larger street frontages and specific dwelling types.

driveway as may be approved by the development administrator; and except for zoning lots on which is located a two (2) family dwelling, which may have a maximum of one (1) driveway to each separate parking garage accessory to an individual dwelling unit for each zoning lot to a maximum of two (2) separate driveways. D. Major collector street, collector street, and local street. For parking structures, parking lots, parking garages, and residential parking areas, the minimum number of access
Zoning & Land Use
Naperville · 6.2.6

AGRICULTURE AS A PERMITTED USE

This section permits farming as a use in any zoning district within Naperville. It also allows for dwelling units accessory to farming, provided the occupants derive their principal livelihood from agricultural activities on the premises.

Farming shall be permitted in any zoning district. Dwelling units which are accessory to the farming uses shall also be permitted; provided, that the occupants of the dwelling units are engaged in agricultural activities on the premises as their principal means of livelihood
Zoning & Land Use
Glencoe · 8.302 Definitions

This section provides definitions for various terms used throughout the Glencoe Municipal Code, particularly those related to zoning and land use. It establishes the specific meanings of terms such as 'abut,' 'accessory building,' 'adjacent,' and 'alley' to ensure consistent interpretation and application of the code.

Subsection 8-302 F, "Floor Area, Gross," of this Section. GROUND COVERAGE, TOTAL . That proportion of the area of a lot that is or may be occupied by a building and its accessory buildings and by residential recreational facilities . In addition, for buildings other than single family dwellings , total ground coverage shall include 50 percent of the area required for parking spaces . GROUND SIGN . See Paragraph 5-105D2 of this Code . H.   When used in this Code , the following...deemed a "recreational device." RECREATIONAL FACILITY, RESIDENTIAL . An area, court, pool, or facility, other than a recreational device , intended for active recreational or athletic use such as game courts, swimming pools, or ball fields established as an accessory use to a dwelling . RECREATIONAL VEHICLE . Every vehicle or boat originally designed for living quarters, recreation, or human habitation and not used as a commercial vehicle , including, but not limited to, the following: (a) Boat . Any vessel used for water travel
Zoning & Land Use
Elmwood Park · 1406.01

Residence Districts Provisions

This section outlines the regulations for home occupations in Elmwood Park's residence districts. It specifies conditions under which home businesses are permitted within dwellings, focusing on limitations related to space, exterior appearance, staffing, and operational impacts.

exterior that the building is being used, in part, for any purposes other than that of a dwelling;c. No commodities are to be stored or delivered for sale on the premises of a single-family detached dwelling or its accessory structure(s);d. There is no person other than one additional member of the immediate family residing on the premises employed or otherwise engaged in the home occupation;e. All activity is conducted completely within the dwelling unit...unit;b. There are no signs, display or activity that will indicate from the exterior that the building is being used, in part, for any purposes other than that of a dwelling;c. No commodities are to be stored or delivered for sale on the premises or its accessory structure(s);d. There is no person other than one additional member of the immediate family residing on the premises employed or otherwise engaged in the home occupation;e. All activity
Zoning & Land Use
Stickney · Section 4.09

Number of buildings on a zoning lot

This section limits the number of principal and accessory buildings allowed on a zoning lot. Generally, only one principal building is permitted, with exceptions for the I-2 heavy industrial district. Accessory building limits also vary by district and use.

zoning lot is located within the I-2 heavy industrial district and authorized by special use. No more than three accessory buildings shall be permitted on any zoning lot except: (i) A residential district where no more than one accessory dwelling is permitted on any zoning lot; or (ii) In the I-2 heavy industrial district pursuant to special
General Provisions
Morton Grove · 9.1.2

Amendments And Additional Requirements

This section amends the International Fire Code for Morton Grove, Illinois. It modifies the title, expands the application of construction and design provisions to include certain physical changes and occupancy changes, clarifies referenced codes, deletes the Board of Appeals, and amends abatement procedures for unsafe conditions.

applicable NFPA Standards as determined by the fire chief or designee. Exceptions: Detached accessory building with an intended use that is incidental to that primary building on the same lot of record as a detached one-family dwelling. Detached accessory buildings shall include, but not be limited to, detached garages, storage sheds, and animal habitats. Detached accessory buildings with an intended use that is incidental to that of the primary building on the same lot of record where the primary...that are less than 250 square feet in size. This exception shall not apply if the horizontal separation between the accessory building is less than 25 feet from any other building or accessory building and/or structure is used for the following hazardous materials: Flammable and/or combustible liquids classified as Class 1A, 1B, 1C, and 111A and if the combined quantity exceeds 30 gallons. Flammable gas if the quantity exceeds 10 gallons and/or 333 cubic feet of gas. Corrosives. Toxic agents
Public Safety & Law Enforcement
Morton Grove · 10.1.2

Amendment To Adopted Codes

This section amends the International Building Code for Morton Grove, Illinois by updating the title, incorporating the Illinois Plumbing Code, clarifying referenced codes, exempting certain work from permits, and requiring a spot survey after foundation installation.

allowed to proceed except for decking, underground sewer and water, and related items until the spot survey is approved by the Village’s Building Department. This section applies to principal structures generally, but may apply to additions or accessory structures if, in the opinion of the Village’s Inspectional Services Manager or his designee, it is necessary to confirm compliance.” Section 114 Violations. Deleted in its entirety Section 202 Definitions – Fire Alarm Control Unit. Amended to read as follows: “Fire...grandstands or bleachers. Automatic fire suppression systems shall comply with NFPA Standards. Exceptions: Detached accessory building with an intended use that is incidental to that primary building on the same lot of record as a detached one-family dwelling. Detached accessory buildings shall include, but not be limited to, detached garages, storage sheds, and animal habitats. Detached accessory buildings with an intended use that is incidental to that of the primary building on the same lot of record where
Buildings & Construction
Stickney · Section 3.02

Definitions

This section of the Stickney municipal ordinance provides definitions for various terms used in zoning regulations, including 'Abutting', 'Accessory building or use', 'Adult bookstore and/or video store', and 'Adult business use'. It also establishes a general rule for interpreting undefined terms.

theater, adult motion picture theater, adult motion picture arcade, and adult card, gift, and novelty store. For the purposes of this section, an adult business use shall not be deemed a retail business, service business, recreational, or social facility, accessory use, or general use. Adult card, gift, or novelty store. An "adult card, gift, or novelty store" is an establishment having as a significant or substantial portion of its stock in trade items, such as cards, games, articles of clothing...such as may be produced on the premises. (d) No person is employed other than a member of the immediate family residing in the dwelling unit. (e) No external alterations, permanent or temporary, will be permitted to the dwelling unit or accessory buildings that would change the character of the buildings. (f) All activities and all storage must be conducted within a structure. (g) No mechanical or electrical equipment is used except such as is permissible and customary for purely
Zoning & Land Use
Palos Hills · 17.12.080

Floor area ratio

This section establishes the maximum floor area ratio (FAR) for permitted and special uses within the R-3 One-Family Residence District. For one-family detached dwellings and accessory uses, the FAR is 0.35, while nonresidential and special uses follow the R-1 district's FAR.

maximum floor area ratio for permitted uses, including accessory uses, and special uses shall be as follows: A. Permitted Uses. 1. One-family detached dwellings and permitted accessory uses, 0.35, 2. Nonresidential uses, same as R-1 district; B. Special Uses. For either special uses, the same floor area ratios shall apply as allowed in the R-1 district
Zoning & Land Use
Lake Forest · 159.106

O-1 Office District

This section outlines the purpose and permitted uses for the O-1 Office District in Lake Forest, which is designed to accommodate offices, institutional buildings, and multiple-family structures. It also specifies minimum lot size and width requirements.

professional and governmental, permitted only on ground floor, but not including offices used for other display, sale, lease, delivery, processing, storage, manufacturing, servicing or advertising of merchandise, commodities or other chattels; (2)   Clubs and lodges, private; (3)   Multiple-family dwelling units at ground level or above ground floor office uses; (4)   Funeral homes and mortuaries; (5)   Institutions, as follows, including all uses, structures and facilities customarily incidental to their operation: (a)   Colleges and universities; (b)   Elementary and high schools...galleries and museums; (i)   Philanthropic and charitable institutions, but not including businesses sponsored by such institutions, except such as are accessory or incidental to and located in the same building as such institution proper; and (j)   Single-family dwellings. (6)   Accessory uses. (C) Special uses. Special uses may be allowed in the O-1 Office District as provided in § 159.045. (D) Lot size requirements. (1)   No lot in an O-1 Office District shall contain an area less than
Zoning & Land Use
Pingree Grove · 11.6F-5

Site And Structure Requirements

This section outlines site and structure requirements for the HD Heritage District in Pingree Grove. It specifies minimum yard setbacks, maximum heights for principal and accessory structures, and green area requirements.

Twenty five feet (25'). c.   Interior lot/side yard: Eight feet (8'). d.   Rear yard: n/a. e.   Minimum green area in side yard: Two feet (2'). 4.   Height Limitations: a.   Principal structure: Forty five feet (45'). b.   Accessory structure: Twenty feet (20'). B.   Dwelling Standards: 1.   Minimum square footage for dwelling floor area: n/a. 2.   Maximum floor area ratio to lot area ratio, including garage and accessory buildings: n/a. (Ord. 2004-02, 2-2-2004; amd. 2011 Code
Zoning & Land Use
Glenview · 34.201

International Code Council (ICC) International Fire Code adopted; amendments

This section adopts the 2021 International Fire Code for Glenview, Illinois, with specific amendments including renaming the code, clarifying referenced standards, deleting and referencing other municipal code sections for time limits and expiration, and adding a definition for 'Consumer Novelties'.

systems shall comply with the 2019 edition of the NFPA Standards. Exceptions: 1. Detached accessory building with an intended use that is incidental to that primary building on the same lot of record as a detached one-family dwelling. Detached accessory buildings shall include, but not be limited to, detached garages, storage sheds, and animal habitats. 2. Detached accessory buildings with an intended use that is incidental to that of the primary building on the same lot of record where...that are less than 250 square feet in size. This exception shall not apply if the horizontal separation between the accessory building is less than 25 feet from any other building or accessory building and/or structure is used for the following hazardous materials: a. Flammable and/or combustible liquids classified as Class 1A, 1B, 1C, and 111A and if the combined quantity exceeds 30 gallons b. Flammable gas if the quantity exceeds 10 gallons and/or 333 cubic feet
Buildings & Construction
Glenview · 18.192

International Code Council (ICC) International Building Code adopted; amendments

This section adopts the 2021 International Building Code for Glenview, with specific amendments, excluding certain dwelling types. It clarifies plumbing code adoption, specifies non-adopted codes, and amends permit requirements.

edition of the ICC International Building Code is hereby adopted for all construction other than one- and two-family dwellings and multiple single-family dwellings (townhomes) with the following amendments: (1) Section 101.1 Title. Amended to read as follows: "These provisions shall be known as the Building Code of the Village of Glenview, Cook County, Illinois (the "Village"), hereinafter referred to as 'this code.'" (2) Section 101.4.3 Plumbing. Amended to read as follows: "The provisions of Title 77, Part...systems shall comply with the 2019 edition of the NFPA Standards. Exceptions: 1. Detached accessory building with an intended use that is incidental to that primary building on the same lot of record as a detached one-family dwelling. Detached accessory buildings shall include, but not be limited to, detached garages, storage sheds, and animal habitats. 2. Detached accessory buildings with an intended use that is incidental to that of the primary building on the same lot of record where
Buildings & Construction
Inverness · 3.14.1

Definitions

This section defines the term 'SHORT-TERM RENTAL' for the chapter. It specifies that a short-term rental is the use or occupancy of various residential dwelling types for three months or less by someone other than the owner or their immediate family, regardless of whether payment is involved.

and/or occupancy for a period of three (3) months or less of a principal single family residence, multiple family dwelling unit, single family detached dwelling, townhome, cluster house, or a unit in a two-family dwelling together with any accessory or any portion of the foregoing, pursuant to a written or oral agreement which permits and/or provides for occupancy by any person other than the owner thereof, or an immediate family member of the owner thereof, and whether
Business & Licensing
Buffalo Grove · 15.04.020

Amendments

This section amends the 2018 International Building Code for Buffalo Grove. It renames the code, specifies the applicability of the Illinois Plumbing Code, clarifies referenced codes, removes work exempt from permits, and establishes specific expiration timelines for various types of permits.

will be allowed to proceed except for decking, underground water and sewer, and related items until the spot survey is approved by the Building and Zoning Department. This section applies to principal structures only and not to additions or accessory structures. Section 109.2 Schedule of permit fees. (Amend by adding the following.) On buildings, structures, electrical, gas, mechanical and plumbing systems or alterations requiring a permit, a fee for each permit shall be paid as required, in accordance with...space being on the same zoning lot as the building. 2. Detached accessory buildings with an intended use that is incidental to that of the primary building on the same lot of record as a detached one-family dwelling. Detached accessory buildings shall include, but not be limited to, detached garages, storage sheds, and animal habitats. 3. Detached accessory buildings with an intended use that is incidental to that of the primary building on the same lot of record where
Buildings & Construction
Buffalo Grove · 15.07.020

Amendments

This section amends the 2018 International Fire Code for Buffalo Grove, specifying title, adoption of referenced codes, deletions of specific provisions, and requirements for address numbers and fire department key boxes in certain buildings.

space being on the same zoning lot as the building. 2. Detached accessory buildings with an intended use that is incidental to that of the primary building on the same lot of record as a detached one-family dwelling. Detached accessory buildings shall include, but not be limited to, detached garages, storage sheds, and animal habitats. 3. Detached accessory buildings with an intended use that is incidental to that of the primary building on the same lot of record where...that are less than two hundred and fifty square feet in size. This exception shall not apply if the horizontal separation between the accessory building is less than twenty-five feet from any other building or the accessory building and/or structure is used for the storage of the following hazardous materials: (a) Flammable and/or combustible liquids classified as Class IA, IB, IC, II, and IIIA if the combined quantity exceeds 30 gallons. (113.562 liters). (b) Flammable gas if the quantity
Buildings & Construction
Round Lake Beach · 504.0

R-3 Single Family Residential

This section outlines the permitted, accessory, and special uses within the R-3 Single Family Residential district, along with specific lot size, width, and yard requirements for these uses. It also references requirements for other districts for certain uses.

Permitted uses: Uses permitted as of right in the R-3 district. (A) Single family dwellings (B) Parks and playgrounds (C) Public libraries (D) Public open land, refuge or preserve 504.2 Accessory uses: As permitted in accordance with Article II, section 216. 504.3 Special uses: (A) Planned unit developments (B) Cultural facilities (C) Health facilities and assisted living (D) Public buildings and utilities (E) Church, chapels, temples, synagogues (F) Convent, monastery, and religious retreats (G) Non-commercial recreational buildings...Maximum structure height: No building shall exceed 2½ stories and 30 feet in height. (B) Maximum lot coverage: (1) Combined single family dwelling structures 50% but increased to 55% if the garage and all accessory use structures and is located behind the dwelling structure impervious use structures: (a) Single family dwelling structure only: 30 percent (b) Subject to the maximum for (1) above, accessory structure: 35 percent (2) Planned unit development residential: As specified by the planning and zoning commission
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