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Oak Park · 20.9.1

Definitions

Summary

This section defines key terms used within the Village Indoor Clean Air Policy, including Employee, Employer, Enclosed Area, Place of Employment, and Public Place.

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STORE: A retail store utilized primarily for the sale of tobacco products and accessories and in which the sale of other products is merely incidental and which does not possess and is not required to possess a restaurant and/or liquor license. SERVICE LINE: Any indoor line at which one or more persons are waiting for or receiving service of any kind, whether or not such service involves the exchange of money. SMOKE OR SMOKING: Inhaling, exhaling, burning or carrying
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Oak Park · 20.9.1

Definitions

Summary

This section defines key terms used within the Village Indoor Clean Air Policy, including Employee, Employer, Enclosed Area, Place of Employment, and Public Place.

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STORE: A retail store utilized primarily for the sale of tobacco products and accessories and in which the sale of other products is merely incidental and which does not possess and is not required to possess a restaurant and/or liquor license. SERVICE LINE: Any indoor line at which one or more persons are waiting for or receiving service of any kind, whether or not such service involves the exchange of money. SMOKE OR SMOKING: Inhaling, exhaling, burning or carrying
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Harwood Heights · 4.28.1550

Video gaming cafes

Summary

Harwood Heights prohibits video gaming cafes within the village. The ordinance defines a video gaming cafe and outlines several factors to consider when determining if an establishment meets this definition, prioritizing a prohibition on such businesses over any conflicting village code provisions.

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percentage of proposed or actual revenue derived from food and beverage sales as a percentage of total gross revenues for the establishment on an annual basis based on audited financial statements, corporate financial reports, tax return information, state liquor license reports, or any other form of information deemed acceptable by the village; 7. Whether the establishment is proposed to be marketed as a gaming establishment or have a gambling theme; 8. The number of employees at the establishment and their
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Franklin Park · 3.8.37

Sidewalk cafe

Summary

This section requires a permit for operating a sidewalk cafe in Franklin Park, outlining eligibility criteria, necessary documentation, fees, and general operational requirements, including restrictions on alcohol consumption.

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premises or, as otherwise approved by the department of inspectional services, at the close of each business day. (2) The sale, delivery, and consumption of alcoholic beverages in the cafe area shall be prohibited unless a class I-1 liquor license as provided by title 3, chapter 2 of this code has been issued. (3) The sidewalk cafe shall be operated in such a manner so as not to create a public nuisance and the operation shall not be detrimental...annual aggregate. The village shall be named as an additional insured on the face of the certificate and the insurer shall have no less than a B++ rating by the most recent "AM Best Insurance Rating Guide". If alcoholic liquor is served, dramshop insurance shall be provided with coverage of not less than one million dollars ($1,000,000.00) naming the village as an additional insured. c. The permittee shall be solely responsible for the maintenance and upkeep
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Harvey · 3.30.110

Violations—Penalties

Summary

This section outlines penalties for violating the Food and Beverage Tax chapter, including fines, potential license suspension or revocation, and specifying that each failure to collect or remit the tax constitutes a separate violation. It also clarifies that criminal prosecutions do not preclude civil actions for delinquent taxes.

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recover delinquent taxes, interest and penalties due and owing as well as costs incurred for such proceedings. D. Failure to comply with any provision of this chapter can result in the suspension, revocation, or refusal to renew business and/or liquor licenses
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Rolling Meadows · 6.31

Compliance required

Summary

This section establishes that by accepting an alcoholic liquor license in Rolling Meadows, an individual or entity agrees to abide by all the terms and conditions outlined in this article, as well as other relevant city codes and ordinances.

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person who accepts any alcoholic liquor license issued under this article accepts and agrees to comply with all of the terms and conditions of this article and all other applicable sections of this Code and city ordinances. (Code
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Rockdale · 26.460.44

Application

Summary

This section outlines the application requirements for businesses seeking to operate an outdoor dining area in Rockdale. Applicants must submit detailed information to the village clerk, including business details, property information, concept plans, and proof of insurance.

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liability insurance that includes coverage for the proposed location of the outdoor dining area and a certificate of insurance or hold harmless agreement in compliance with section 26-460.48; (6) In the case of any applicant holding a village liquor license: proof of adequate dram shop liability insurance that includes coverage for the proposed location of the outdoor dining area; and (7) Any other information that the village deems necessary
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Rockdale · 26.460.41

Outdoor dining permits authorized

Summary

This section authorizes the village president to issue temporary outdoor dining permits to food-service businesses. The permits allow for alcohol service consistent with existing liquor licenses and require the applicant to be a currently registered village business.

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village, provided that no such permit shall be issued unless the applicant complies with all provisions of this division. The outdoor dining permit shall permit the service of alcohol consistent with the applicant's existing and currently valid liquor license. In addition, no outdoor dining permit shall be issued to any applicant that is not a currently registered village business. Every outdoor dining permit issued pursuant to this division shall be temporary in nature and shall remain valid only until
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Oak Park · 5.5.3

Animals Prohibited In Public Buildings And Businesses

Summary

This ordinance prohibits animals in public buildings and businesses in Oak Park, with specific exceptions for service animals, law enforcement animals, animals in exhibits or training, business-owned animals, and dogs in licensed craft brew lounges under strict conditions.

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authorized animal obedience training classes; E.   Animals kept by the owner or operator of a business establishment; or F.   Dogs, other than service animals, in an establishment that maintains a Village issued craft brew lounge Class D-16 liquor license subject to the following requirements: 1.   Any dog must be on a leash at all times and if not on a leash, shall be immediately removed by the patron with the dog from the premises; 2.   A patron shall
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Rockdale · 26.238

Contents of application

Summary

This section outlines the mandatory information and statements required on an application for a retail alcoholic liquor license in Rockdale. It covers applicant identification, business details, previous licensing history, and a commitment to obeying laws.

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application for a retail alcoholic liquor license shall contain the following information and statements: (1) The name, age and address of the applicant, and in the case of a co-partnership, the persons entitled to share in the profits thereof; and in the case of a corporation for profit, the date of incorporation, the object for which it was organized, the names and addresses of the officers and directors, and if a majority interest of the stock of such corporation
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Oak Park · 5.5.3

Animals Prohibited In Public Buildings And Businesses

Summary

This ordinance prohibits animals in public buildings and businesses in Oak Park, with specific exceptions for service animals, law enforcement animals, animals in exhibits or training, business-owned animals, and dogs in licensed craft brew lounges under strict conditions.

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authorized animal obedience training classes; E.   Animals kept by the owner or operator of a business establishment; or F.   Dogs, other than service animals, in an establishment that maintains a Village issued craft brew lounge Class D-16 liquor license subject to the following requirements: 1.   Any dog must be on a leash at all times and if not on a leash, shall be immediately removed by the patron with the dog from the premises; 2.   A patron shall
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Oak Park · 3.5.11

Delivery And Carry Out Mixed Drinks Permitted

Summary

This ordinance permits Class B restaurant licensees in Oak Park to sell mixed drinks for delivery and carryout, aligning with Illinois state law. It outlines specific requirements for transfer to consumers, age verification, transportation within vehicles, and container packaging.

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rules promulgated by the Illinois Liquor Control Commission pursuant to said section shall be applicable to such sales. Qualifying Class B licensees, may provide carryout, curbside pickup, and delivery of cocktails, mixed drinks, and single servings of wine (“to-go cocktails”) for off-premises consumption, subject to the following requirements: A.   Transfer To Consumer: To-go cocktails may be transferred to the consumer within the licensed premises for carryout, transferred via curbside pickup, or delivered by the retail licensee...must have a label or tag attached that contains the following information: 1.   The cocktail or mixed drink name and ingredients, including but not limited to the type(s) of the alcohol in the drink; 2.   The name, State liquor license number, and address of the retail licensee that filled the original container and sold the to-go cocktail; 3.   The volume of the cocktail, mixed drink, or single serving of wine in the sealed container; and 4.   Information showing
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Oak Park · 3.5.11

Delivery And Carry Out Mixed Drinks Permitted

Summary

This ordinance permits Class B restaurant licensees in Oak Park to sell mixed drinks for delivery and carryout, aligning with Illinois state law. It outlines specific requirements for transfer to consumers, age verification, transportation within vehicles, and container packaging.

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rules promulgated by the Illinois Liquor Control Commission pursuant to said section shall be applicable to such sales. Qualifying Class B licensees, may provide carryout, curbside pickup, and delivery of cocktails, mixed drinks, and single servings of wine (“to-go cocktails”) for off-premises consumption, subject to the following requirements: A.   Transfer To Consumer: To-go cocktails may be transferred to the consumer within the licensed premises for carryout, transferred via curbside pickup, or delivered by the retail licensee...must have a label or tag attached that contains the following information: 1.   The cocktail or mixed drink name and ingredients, including but not limited to the type(s) of the alcohol in the drink; 2.   The name, State liquor license number, and address of the retail licensee that filled the original container and sold the to-go cocktail; 3.   The volume of the cocktail, mixed drink, or single serving of wine in the sealed container; and 4.   Information showing
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Palos Hills · 5.10.430

Drinking to excess and gambling

Summary

This section prohibits retail liquor dealers and their employees from serving alcohol to intoxicated persons or allowing excessive drinking on their premises. It permits gambling as authorized by the Illinois Gaming Act but prohibits all other forms of gambling on or adjacent to licensed liquor establishments.

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permitted within corporate boundaries of Palos Hills. It is unlawful to permit any other type of gambling within the premises, or in any part thereof or any place adjacent thereto, which is under the control of the liquor license holder
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Wood Dale · 4.605. Application Required.
Summary

This section requires applicants for a Cannabis Dispensary Commercial Occupancy Certificate to submit a sworn application. This application must include all information required for a liquor license application and any other information requested by the Commissioner.

Section Text
applicant for a Cannabis Dispensary Commercial Occupancy Certificate shall be required to submit an sworn or affirmed application including all information as required for an application for a liquor license provided in Chapter 5 of the City Code and any other pertinent information as requested by the Commissioner or the Commissioner’s designee
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Western Springs · 4.1.6

Local Liquor Control Commission Creation; Powers And Duties

Summary

This section establishes the creation, composition, and terms of the Western Springs Local Liquor Control Commission. It outlines the commission's powers and duties, which primarily involve reviewing liquor license applications, conducting disciplinary hearings, and maintaining records, all under the direction of the Local Commissioner.

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advise the Local Commission and assist in the conduct of such meetings. C.   The Local Commission shall have and exercise the following duties as directed by the Local Commissioner: 1.   To review applications and the investigation of applicants for liquor licenses, and to submit findings and recommendations to the Local Commissioner setting forth its conclusions regarding such applications. 2.   To conduct disciplinary hearings at the request of the Local Commissioner and to submit findings and recommendations to the Local Commissioner
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Prospect Heights · 2.3.9.1

Fees For Video Gaming Terminals

Summary

This ordinance establishes an annual fee of $250 for each video gaming terminal. The fee is payable to the City Clerk concurrently with the establishment's liquor license application or renewal.

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annual fee for each video gaming terminal shall be two hundred fifty dollars ($250.00) per terminal which shall be paid to the City Clerk at the same time the fee for an application or renewal of the establishment's liquor license
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Posen · 7.23.1

Prohibition On Consumption Of Alcohol On Nonlicensed Premises

Summary

This ordinance prohibits restaurants from allowing the consumption of alcoholic beverages on their premises unless they possess a valid village liquor license.

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restaurant shall allow alcoholic beverages to be consumed on the premises of such business unless such business has been issued a valid village liquor license. For the purpose of this section, the term "restaurant" shall have the meaning given to it in section 7-3-1 of this title
Health & Sanitation
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Riverdale · 9.04.027

Chronic illegal activity – Premises

Summary

This section prohibits property owners, lessees, or tenants from maintaining premises that are disruptive to the community peace and well-being, defining such disruption by frequent police/ambulance responses for specific misbehaviors. It establishes penalties including fines and potential license revocation for commercial establishments.

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same shall be fined not exceeding two hundred dollars for each offense. In addition, the owner of a commercial premises which has been deemed a nuisance under this section may be subject to the revocation of his business and/or liquor license
Public Safety & Law Enforcement
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Winthrop Harbor · 154.003

Definitions

Summary

This section of the Winthrop Harbor Municipal Ordinance provides definitions for various terms used throughout the chapter. It clarifies the meaning of words such as 'Accessory Structure or Use', 'Agriculture', 'Apartment', 'Automobile Sales', and 'Automobile Service Station'.

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other than single-family residential homes and apartments) where dancing by patrons is permitted or encouraged, and which limits entry or caters primarily to persons of less than 21 years of age, and which does not possess a valid liquor license. This includes such other similar businesses as may provide non-alcoholic beverages to a primarily teenage patronage, such as a “Soda Bar” or “Juice Bar”.” TOXIC MATTER. Material which is capable of causing injury to living organisms by chemical
General Provisions
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Wheeling · 4.08.050

Investigations—License denial

Summary

This section outlines the investigation and inspection process for license and permit applications in Wheeling. It details the roles of various city officials in conducting zoning, health, building, fire, and engineering inspections, and mandates background checks for specific business types.

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partnership, limited liability company, or corporation, the police chief shall have the right to require fingerprints of any or all stockholders, directors, partners, members, managers or agents of the entity). Any change in ownership of a currently licensed business shall be reported to the director of community development in writing within five days of such change. Notice to the director of finance shall include the name(s) and address(es) of any individual who has not been previously reported...amount determined by the village to cover the actual cost of the background check, including fingerprinting. The following categories of businesses shall be subject to a background check as described in this section: 1. Businesses requiring a liquor license. 2. Massage therapists. 3. Businesses providing childcare services or caring for children in the absence of a parent or guardian. 4. Businesses engaged in the acquisition and resale or disposal of personal property (salvage, pawn brokers, cash for gold
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Wheeling · 4.12.160

Alcoholic beverages prohibited

Summary

This section prohibits the sale, distribution, or consumption of alcoholic beverages on premises where an amusement is being operated or conducted, unless specifically authorized by a village liquor license.

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licensee give away, permit sale, maintenance for sale or consumption of alcoholic beverages on any premises while any amusement regulated by this Chapter is being operated or conducted thereon unless specifically authorized to do so by a valid village liquor license. (Ord. 2077 § A (part
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Zion · 102.316

Restrictions on use

Summary

This section restricts sexually oriented businesses by requiring them to be fully enclosed and prohibiting the observation of explicit content or nudity from outside. It also prohibits these businesses from obtaining a liquor license.

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specified sexual activities or specified anatomical areas or any person in a state of nudity or semi-nudity, whether by means of display, decoration, sign, window or any other means. (b) No sexually oriented business shall be issued a liquor license under Chapter 56 of the City of Zion Code of Ordinances
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Park Ridge · 2.5.1

DEFINITIONS

Summary

This section provides definitions for key terms used within the Ethics Provisions chapter, including 'Act on a matter' and 'Actively pursuing an opportunity to establish an economic relationship'. It clarifies what actions constitute participation in official matters and the extent of pursuing economic opportunities.

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regular election, as defined in Section 1-3 of the Election Code (10 ILCS 5/1-3). City official shall include the Mayor, Alderperson and members of the Planning and Zoning Commission, the Zoning Board of Appeals, the Appearance Commission, Liquor License Review Board, the City Manager, Administrative Services Manager and Department Heads. For purposes of Section 2-5-2(D), City Official shall include the City Official's business and the City Official's spouse. City official's business shall include
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Wilmette · 30.2.4

Definitions

Summary

This section of the Wilmette municipal ordinance provides definitions for various terms used throughout the code, particularly those related to land use, building structures, and residential types.

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owned by another person are temporarily boarded for pay or remuneration of any sort. "Kennel" includes those facilities where pet animals are boarded for the day and/or overnight. "Kennel" does not apply to animal hospitals operated by veterinarians duly licensed under the law where the boarding of animals is accessory to medical treatment or convalescence after medical treatment of an animal. Knee wall. That portion of the attic framing as measured from the top of the attic floor joist...accommodates the live performance of musical, theatrical, dance, cabaret, or comedy acts performed live by one (1) or more persons. "Restaurants" that regularly host such performances shall be considered "Live Performance Venues." A "Live Performance Venue" may possess a liquor license and may provide food for consumption on the premises. Residences used to accommodate live performances for more than ten (10) persons (including performers) for any form of remuneration, including donations in kind or in money, are considered live performance
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