accessory dwelling — Search

Hanover Park · 82.5

Definitions

Summary

This section provides definitions for terms used in the Hanover Park Rental Residential Housing Code. Key definitions include 'agent', 'crime free housing seminar', 'multiple-unit building', 'property agent', 'rental residential dwelling unit', 'rental residential property', and 'short-term rental'.

Section Text

means the use and/or occupancy for a period of 30 or less days 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...and/or by any person(s) leasing, or seeking to lease as a lessor(s), or renting or seeking to rent as lessee(s) and/or otherwise occupy a premises as tenant(s) and/or temporary occupant(s) thereof. Single-unit dwelling means rental residential property with only a single-family attached or detached rental residential dwelling unit as defined in the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance of the Village. Tenant means an occupant of a rental residential dwelling unit. Owner means any person, agent

Open in code →

Schiller Park · 155.108

Accessory Buildings

Summary

This section of the Schiller Park ordinance regulates the construction and use of accessory buildings, outlining requirements for timing, placement, size, height, separation, number, and prohibited uses.

Section Text

maximum height not to exceed 16 feet. (E) Separation Between Buildings. Detached accessory buildings or structures shall be located no closer to any other accessory or principal building than three feet. (F) Limitation on Number of Accessory Buildings. Single-family dwellings shall be limited to one garage per zoning lot. All residential zoning lots shall be limited to one storage shed or other similar building for the storage of domestic supplies constructed in accordance with the district regulations. (G) Accessory...Building Use Limitation. In zoning districts hereinafter designated as R-1, R-2, R-2/O, R-3 and R-4 no detached accessory building shall be utilized for the purpose of conducting business, selling merchandise or property, dwelling, living, lodging or any form of prolonged habitation. Guest houses, coach houses and granny flats are prohibited. (Ord. No. 79-1376, § 1, 12-6-79; Am. Ord. 05- 2539, passed 10-11-05; Am. Ord. 06-2567, passed

Zoning & Land Use

Open in code →

Des Plaines · 12.8.8

Home Occupations

Summary

This section outlines the requirements for operating a home occupation within a dwelling unit in Des Plaines. It establishes limitations on where the occupation can be located, its impact on neighbors, the types of materials and vehicles that can be used, and restrictions on advertising and visitor hours.

Section Text

shall comply with each of the following requirements: A. The operator of a home occupation shall reside in the dwelling unit in which the home occupation operates. B. The home occupation shall be conducted entirely within the principal dwelling or accessory structures. C. The home occupation shall not interfere with the delivery of utilities or other services to neighboring properties. D. The home occupation shall not generate any noise, vibrations, smoke, dust, odors, heat, glare, or interference with radio

Zoning & Land Use

Open in code →

Old Mill Creek · 5-C

Nonconforming Lots Of Record

Summary

This section outlines regulations for the use of nonconforming lots of record in Old Mill Creek. It specifies permitted uses for single-family dwellings in residential districts and a broader range of uses in nonresidential districts, while requiring adherence to all other zoning requirements including setbacks. It also addresses unified control of multiple lots and prohibits subdividing them in a way that reduces compliance with lot width and area requirements.

Section Text

record owned separately and individually from all adjoining tracts of land shall be subject to the following provisions. (1) Permitted uses. (a) In residential districts, a nonconforming lot of record may be used for a single-family dwelling and accessory use. (b) In a nonresidential district, a nonconforming lot of record may be used for any permitted, special, accessory or temporary use allowed in the district in which it is located. (2) Zoning requirements. (a) All zoning requirements other than

Zoning & Land Use

Open in code →

Bellwood · 156.041

R1 Single-Family Residence District

Summary

This section establishes the R1 Single-Family Residence District, outlining permitted and conditional uses designed to preserve areas for single-family homes and prevent incompatible development.

Section Text

playgrounds. (4) Religious institutions, as follows: (a) Churches, chapels, temples, and synagogues. (b) Rectories, parsonages, and parish houses. (5) Accessory uses and buildings, incidental to and on the same zoning lat as a principal use, as follows: (a) Garages and carports. (b) Greenhouses and conservatories, private (noncommercial). (c) Home occupations. (d) Storage of building materials and equipment for dwelling construction purposes for a period not to exceed the duration of such construction. (e) Swimming pools, private. (f) Tool houses, sheds...indicated below, the yard requirements of the principal uses shall apply to their accessory buildings: YARD REQUIREMENTS, ACCESSORY USES - R1 DISTRICTS Structure Front Yard (Feet) Interior Side Yard (Feet) Corner Side Yard (Feet) Rear Yard (Feet) Buildings accessory to dwellings 15 4 10 3 (E) Building height limitations. No building or other structure erected within the R1 District shall exceed two stories or 30 feet in height. (`95 Code, § 156.041) (Ord. 83-11, passed

Zoning & Land Use

Open in code →

Highwood · 11.5A-1

Permitted Uses

Summary

This section outlines the permitted uses within the R-1 Residential District in Highwood. It allows for single-family dwellings, churches, temples, public and private schools, parks, playgrounds, forest preserves, and accessory buildings or uses incidental to these principal uses.

Section Text

accessory uses owned or operated by not for profit public agencies. 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

Open in code →

Oak Lawn · 4.5B-2

Use Regulations

Summary

This section outlines the permitted uses within the R-2 Limited Multi-Family Residence District in Oak Lawn, including uses similar to the R-1 district, accessory buildings, parking, satellite dishes, signs, small community residences with specific spacing and permitting requirements, and two-family dwellings.

Section Text

building or premises shall be used only for the following purposes: Any use permitted in the R-1 single-family district, except single-family dwellings. Accessory buildings, subject to section 4-2-4-1 of this title. No truck in excess of one and one-half (1 1 / 2 ) tons' capacity may be parked, except momentarily, on private property in this district. Parking as accessory use allowed in the R-2 district and subject to chapter 13 of this title...zoning compliance is applied for and received (see section 4-3-5 of this title); and 3. Prior to occupancy, an administrative occupancy permit is applied for and received (see section 4-3-9 of this title). Two-family dwellings

Zoning & Land Use

Open in code →

Evanston · 6.4.6.3

ALLOWABLE ACCESSORY USES AND STRUCTURES

Summary

This section outlines the regulations for detached accessory buildings, structures, and uses in Evanston, specifying placement restrictions and lot coverage limitations. It also provides a table detailing permitted accessory uses and structures based on yard type and zoning district.

Section Text

uses. (Ord. 35-O-08) KEY: Required Yards: Districts: Front and side yards abutting a street ..... F Residential district ..... Rsd Side yards ..... S Nonresidential district ..... N-Rsd Rear yards ..... R Residential and nonresidential districts ..... Both Yard District _____ 1. Detached Accessory dwelling units (including Coach Houses) to residential building S R Both 2. Air conditioning equipment subject to Section 6-4-6-9 of this Chapter S R Both 3. Antennas greater than 1 meter (3 feet 3¼ inches) in diameter...Editor's note— Ord. No. 69-O-23, § 2, adopted July 24, 2023, changed the title of Section 6-4-6-3 from "Allowable accessory uses and structures (detached from principal structure)" to "Allowable accessory uses and structures." The historical notation has been preserved for reference purposes

Zoning & Land Use

Open in code →

Oswego · 4.02

Site Plan Review

Summary

This section outlines the purpose, applicability, procedure, and standards for site plan review in Oswego. It requires site plan approval for most new construction, additions, accessory dwelling units, parking/loading facilities, and developments subject to Kendall County Stormwater Management.

Section Text

construction of a principal structure or use in any zoning district. 2. An addition to a building in any zoning district that increases the gross floor area of the building by ten percent. 3. New construction of an accessory dwelling unit in any zoning district. 4. New construction, expansion, reconstruction, or reduction of an off-street parking lot, tandem parking facility, shared parking facility, or any loading facility. 5. Any development that requires review through the Kendall County Stormwater Management

Zoning & Land Use

Open in code →

Highwood · 11.5B-1

Permitted Uses

Summary

This section outlines the only permitted building and use types within the R-2 Residential District in Highwood. These include religious institutions, public/non-profit recreational facilities, schools, single-family dwellings, and accessory structures.

Section Text

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, and having no rooms regularly used for housing or sleeping purposes. 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

Open in code →

Geneva · 11.5A-2

PERMITTED USES

Summary

This section outlines the permitted uses within the Rr Rural Single-Family Residential District in Geneva. It allows for single-family detached dwellings, accessory dwelling units, licensed group homes for up to 8 persons with disabilities, and certain parks and recreational uses, including private golf clubs with specific restrictions on proximity to residential lots.

Section Text

Accessory dwelling units. Group homes (licensed by the state up to 8 persons with disabilities). Parks and recreational uses in accordance with the use permissibility and supplemental regulations table for parks and recreational uses, facilities and structures contained in subsection 11-5-7A of this chapter. (08, 17, 33) Private nine (9) hole golf clubs and accessory uses common to golf clubs including, but not limited to, tennis courts, swimming pools, event tents and clubhouses, except parking lots with

Zoning & Land Use

Open in code →

Geneva · 11.5H-2

PERMITTED USES

Summary

This section outlines the permitted uses within the R6 Medium Density Two-And Three-Family Residential District in Geneva. It specifically lists accessory dwelling units, licensed group homes for up to 15 persons with disabilities, parks and recreational uses, single-family detached dwellings, three-family dwellings, and two-family dwellings.

Section Text

Accessory dwelling units. Group homes (licensed by the state up to 15 persons with disabilities). Parks and recreational uses in accordance with the use permissibility and supplemental regulations table for parks and recreational uses, facilities and structures contained in subsection 11-5-7A of this chapter. (08, 17, 33) Single-family detached dwelling. (01) Three-family dwelling. (01) Two-family dwelling

Zoning & Land Use

Open in code →

Geneva · 11.5F-2

PERMITTED USES

Summary

This section outlines the permitted uses within the R4 High Density Single-Family Residential District in Geneva. It specifically allows for accessory dwelling units, licensed group homes for up to 8 persons with disabilities, parks and recreational uses, and single-family detached dwellings.

Section Text

Accessory dwelling units. Group homes (licensed by the state up to 8 persons with disabilities). Parks and recreational uses in accordance with the use permissibility and supplemental regulations table for parks and recreational uses, facilities and structures contained in subsection 11-5-7A of this chapter. (08, 17, 33) Single-family detached dwellings

Zoning & Land Use

Open in code →

Geneva · 11.5B-2

PERMITTED USES

Summary

This section outlines the permitted uses within Geneva's Re Estate Single-Family Residential District. It allows for single-family detached dwellings, accessory dwelling units, group homes for up to 8 persons with disabilities, and parks and recreational uses.

Section Text

Accessory dwelling units. Group homes (licensed by the state up to 8 persons with disabilities). Parks and recreational uses in accordance with the use permissibility and supplemental regulations table for parks and recreational uses, facilities and structures contained in subsection 11-5-7A of this chapter. (08, 17, 33) Single-family detached dwellings

Zoning & Land Use

Open in code →

Geneva · 11.5E-2

PERMITTED USES

Summary

This section outlines the permitted uses within the R3 Medium To High Density Single-Family Residential District in Geneva. It allows for accessory dwelling units, licensed group homes for up to 8 persons with disabilities, single-family detached dwellings, and parks and recreational uses subject to specific regulations.

Section Text

Accessory dwelling units. Group homes (licensed by the state up to 8 persons with disabilities). Parks and recreational uses in accordance with the use permissibility and supplemental regulations table for parks and recreational uses, facilities and structures contained in subsection 11-5-7A of this chapter. (08, 17, 33) Single-family detached dwellings

Zoning & Land Use

Open in code →

Geneva · 11.5G-2

PERMITTED USES

Summary

This section of the Geneva Municipal Ordinance outlines the permitted uses within the R5 Low Density Two- and Three-Family Residential District. It specifies allowable residential structures, accessory dwelling units, group homes, and parks and recreational uses.

Section Text

Accessory dwelling units. Group homes (licensed by the state up to eight (8) persons with disabilities). Parks and recreational uses in accordance with the use permissibility and supplemental regulations table for parks and recreational uses, facilities and structures contained in subsection 11-5-7A of this chapter. (08, 17, 33) Single-family detached dwellings. (01) Two-family detached dwellings. (01) Three-family dwelling

Zoning & Land Use

Open in code →

Geneva · 11.5D-2

PERMITTED USES

Summary

This section outlines the permitted land uses within the R2 Medium Density Single-Family Residential District in Geneva. It specifies that accessory dwelling units, licensed group homes for up to 8 persons with disabilities, parks and recreational uses, and single-family detached dwellings are allowed.

Section Text

Accessory dwelling units. Group homes (licensed by the state up to 8 persons with disabilities). Parks and recreational uses in accordance with the use permissibility and supplemental regulations table for parks and recreational uses, facilities and structures contained in subsection 11-5-7A of this chapter. (08, 17, 33) Single-family detached dwellings

Zoning & Land Use

Open in code →

Geneva · 11.5C-2

PERMITTED USES

Summary

This section outlines the permitted uses within the R1 Low Density Single-Family Residential District in Geneva. It specifically allows single-family detached dwellings, accessory dwelling units, licensed group homes for up to 8 persons with disabilities, and parks and recreational uses.

Section Text

Accessory dwelling units. Group homes (licensed by the state up to 8 persons with disabilities). Parks and recreational uses in accordance with the use permissibility and supplemental regulations table for parks and recreational uses, facilities and structures contained in subsection 11-5-7A of this chapter. (08, 17, 33) Single-family detached dwellings

Zoning & Land Use

Open in code →

Westmont · 7.04

Accessory structures in setbacks

Summary

This section outlines regulations for obstructions and encroachments within setbacks in Westmont. It specifies which accessory structures and building features are permitted to extend into street, side, and rear setbacks, with some also subject to additional conditions or references to other sections.

Section Text

except as indicated in Table VII-1 or otherwise expressly stated in this zoning ordinance. See also section 12.05 for sight vision triangle requirements. Table VII-1: Allowed Setback Encroachments and Obstructions Obstruction/Encroachment Setback Street Side Rear (1) Accessory dwelling unit, detached (See also Sec. 7.05 ) No No Yes (2) Awning or canopy (attached to principal building) projecting no more than one foot into interior side setback or 3 feet into any other setback Yes Yes Yes (3) Arbor...Solar energy system, ground-mounted (see Sec. 7.22 (C)) No No Yes (44) Sports court or other paved recreation area No No Yes (45) Steps and landings (at-grade or raised) for access to and from a principal or accessory building or in gardens or terraces (whether covered or uncovered); not to exceed 15 square feet in area in side setback or 100 square feet in area in other required setback areas Yes Yes Yes (46) Swimming pool clubhouse facility

Zoning & Land Use

Open in code →

Aurora · 49.107.3

Residential District Specific Regulations

Summary

This section of Aurora's residential district regulations outlines the intent and specific rules for home occupations, ensuring they remain incidental to the primary residential use and do not negatively impact surrounding properties. It sets limits on employees, noise, and structural alterations to maintain the residential character of the neighborhood.

Section Text

standards of this Section. To regulate home occupations, generally accessory uses, to be located or conducted that the neighboring properties, under normal circumstances, are not aware of its existence and except where indicated in this section, no visible evidence of the home occupation shall be apparent from either the street or surrounding area. To ensure that home occupations shall be incidental to the principal use of the dwelling unit as a residence. To ensure the standards contained in this Section...square feet, and form a four square lot. Said lot cannot be consolidated to leave less than two non-consolidated lots on the block face between a public right of way and the subject lots. Exterior architecture. Primary and accessory dwelling units are to be constructed of a minimum seventy-five percent (75%) brick or stone masonry. Garage. All garages are to have a minimum three car capacity. The style of the garage must be either side loading or detached

Zoning & Land Use

Open in code →

Evanston · 6.16.3.5

PARKING REDUCTION ALLOWANCE FOR THE D1, D2, D3, AND D4 DISTRICTS

Summary

This section allows for a 20% parking reduction for the nonresidential parking requirements in the D1, D2, D3, and D4 districts, meaning buildings are only required to provide 80% of the specified nonresidential parking. Residential parking requirements remain unchanged.

Section Text

housing for the elderly 1 parking space for each 4 employees, plus 1 parking space for each 6 infirmary or nursing home beds, plus 1 parking space for each 4 rooming units, plus 1 parking space for each 3 dwelling units Shelters 1 space per staff member Residential care homes 1 space per 4 persons of licensed capacity Bed and breakfast establishments 1 space per guestroom. For the purpose of satisfying this requirement, on street parking along the curb...conference facility also are open to persons not associated with the conference facility, then off street parking spaces beyond those required for the conference facility shall be provided in accordance with the off street parking requirements for restaurants Accessory Dwelling Unit (including Coach house) No parking is required. Religious institutions and educational institutions: K - 9th grades 1 parking space for each 3 faculty members and other full time employees Senior high school 1 parking space for each 3 faculty members

Traffic & Vehicles

Open in code →

Oak Park · 8.33.4

Standards

Summary

This section outlines the specific standards required for licensing an accessory use tour house in Oak Park. It mandates special use authorization, adherence to fire department occupancy limits, significant liability insurance, and compliance with specific fire safety equipment and egress requirements.

Section Text

established by the Fire Department and shall at all times be adhered to by the accessory use tour house owner/operator. C. The owner of an accessory use tour house shall have liability insurance coverage covering tour guests of the accessory use tour house in the aggregate amount of at least one million dollars ($1,000,000.00), naming the Village, the Visitors Center and the Visitors Bureau as additional insureds; and a copy of the current certificate indicating such insurance coverage...coverage. A change in insurance shall also necessitate the filing of a new certificate of insurance with the Village evidencing such changes. D. In addition to meeting all fire, building and housing code requirements for one- and two-family dwellings, accessory use tour house shall also be required to meet the following standards: 1. Manual extinguishing equipment shall be provided on each floor in accordance with NFPA standards for the installation of portable fire extinguisher. 2. No door which must

Business & Licensing

Open in code →

Richmond · 6.2.1

Plans and specifications for the construction of onsite reuse water facilities shall be

Summary

This section establishes the regulatory requirements and limitations for accessory structures and uses, including construction prerequisites, location restrictions, and maintenance standards. It outlines specific conditions for placement on lots, yard obstructions, and exemptions for agricultural buildings.

Section Text

Unified Development Ordinance Page 6 - 2. TABLE OF PERMITTED YARD OBSTRUCTIONS. (ORD.2016-24;2026-06)) STRUCTURE OR USE STRUCTURE OR USE CORNER CORNER FRONT REAR YARD SIDE YARD FRONT REAR YARD SIDE YARD SIDE YARD SIDE YARD YARD YARD P Accessory Dwelling Units P Air conditioner condenser unit, window units Greenhouse, private in accordance with Section 6.2.1 P P P P Animal houses, for domestic animals, not to exceed sixteen (16) square feet in area and four (4) feet in height

Open in code →

Old Mill Creek · 3.4-J

Accessory Uses

Summary

This section lists permitted accessory uses within all residential districts in Old Mill Creek. It includes common structures and activities like garages, sheds, home occupations, and recreational facilities, with some requiring adherence to other articles.

Section Text

summer houses; (I) Signs, subject to Article 15; (J) Swimming pools and tennis courts for the exclusive use of residents and their guests; (K) Tool sheds and similar storage areas; (L) Stormwater retention and detention areas; and (M) Attached accessory dwelling. (Ord. passed

Zoning & Land Use

Open in code →

Winnetka · Section 15.36.020 Application For Certificate.

Summary

This section establishes that an application for a building permit also serves as an application for a certificate of occupancy. If a building permit is not required, a separate written application must be made to the Director, with no fee charged for accessory dwelling units that do not require a building permit.

Section Text

certificate of occupancy. Where no building permit is required, application for a certificate of occupancy shall be made directly to the Director, in writing. No fee shall be charged for an application for a certificate of occupancy for an accessory dwelling unit where no building permit is required. (MC-1-2012, Amended, 3/20/2012; MC-3-2005, Renumbered, 06/21/2005

Taxation & Revenue

Open in code →

Policy Explorer

Search Municipal Codes

Definitions

Accessory Buildings

Home Occupations

Nonconforming Lots Of Record

R1 Single-Family Residence District

Permitted Uses

Use Regulations

ALLOWABLE ACCESSORY USES AND STRUCTURES

Site Plan Review

Permitted Uses

PERMITTED USES

PERMITTED USES

PERMITTED USES

PERMITTED USES

PERMITTED USES

PERMITTED USES

PERMITTED USES

PERMITTED USES

Accessory structures in setbacks

Residential District Specific Regulations

PARKING REDUCTION ALLOWANCE FOR THE D1, D2, D3, AND D4 DISTRICTS

Standards

Plans and specifications for the construction of onsite reuse water facilities shall be

Accessory Uses