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Gurnee · 46.153

Enumerated violations

Summary

This section defines and prohibits nuisances related to property maintenance, specifically addressing exterior conditions like debris, junkyards, and inoperable vehicles. It outlines exceptions for certain storage and repair situations.

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costs incurred in connection therewith. Nothing in this section shall prohibit the owner of the vehicle from authorizing the village to remove the vehicle. (4) To leave or permit to remain outside of any single-family or multifamily dwelling or accessory building any camper, vehicle, or part thereof in any portion of the front or side area of the building visible from the street that is not on an improved surface. As used herein the term "improved surface" shall mean

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Wadsworth · 10.6.2

Nonconforming Lots

Summary

This section outlines the conditions under which vacant lots established before the ordinance's adoption, but now nonconforming in area or width, can still be used, developed, maintained, or redeveloped. It specifies that these lots can be used for any permitted district use unless that use has extraordinary area or width requirements, and they must comply with all other regulations.

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which it was located at the time of such recording. 2. A nonconforming recorded lot shall be subject to the following provisions: a. Permitted Uses: A nonconforming recorded lot may only be used for a single-family dwelling and accessory uses. b. Side And Rear Yards: Each side yard and rear yard for principal building shall be ten percent (10%) of the lot width except that any yard shall be a minimum of four feet (4'). For corner lots

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Morton Grove · 6.4.16

Feeding Wildlife And Birds

Summary

This section prohibits the feeding of wild animals and restricts bird feeding to designated feeders, with specific setback requirements. It also allows for the removal of bird feeders if rodent activity is present.

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feed spilled onto the ground or surfaces from hanging feeders shall be removed by the person or property owner daily to reduce the attractant for wild animals. Bird feeders shall be set back five feet (5’) from dwelling units, accessory structures, lawn furniture, shrubs and trees. If there is rodent activity at the residence that is providing the feed or any adjacent property, the Village has the right to require removal of the feeders until the activity has ceased

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Wauconda · 155.076

Nonconforming recorded lots

Summary

This section defines nonconforming recorded lots as parcels of land with less than the minimum lot area or width for their zone. It then outlines permitted uses and specific yard and buildable width requirements for these lots, differentiating between residential and other zones.

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ownership. A nonconforming recorded lot owned separately from all adjoining tracts of land shall be subject to the following provisions. (1) In residential zones. a. Permitted uses. A nonconforming recorded lot may be used for a single-family dwelling and accessory uses. b. Side yards and corner lots. As to all lots of record existing as of the effective date hereof, where a lot is located at the intersection of two or more streets, there shall be a front yard

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Huntley · 150.009

Amendments to the 2018 International Residential Code

Summary

This ordinance adopts the 2018 International Residential Code (IRC) for the Village of Huntley and outlines specific amendments, including clarifying when the International Building Code (IBC) applies, modifying work exempt from permits, and adjusting requirements for Certificates of Occupancy.

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resulting loads to the soil within the limitations as determined from the character of the soil. Footings shall be supported on undisturbed soil or engineered fill. Concrete stairways or stoops placed as a single structure which serve the primary dwelling shall be provided with a foundation. Concrete stairways or stoops shall be placed on a 42-inch deep trench or piers 48 inches on center. 42 inches deep and a diameter of eight inches minimum. (c) Section R404. Foundation...following to the end of the section: Staples shall not be used to fasten siding products. (7) Chapter 8. Roof-ceiling construction. (a) Section R801. General. R801.3 Roof drainage. Delete the existing language and replace with: All dwellings and accessory structures with a single roof plane that exceeds 100 square feet shall have a controlled method of water disposal from roofs that will collect and discharge roof drainage to the ground surface not less than five feet

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Lombard · 155.406

R1 Single-Family Residence District requirements

Summary

This section outlines the purpose and permitted uses for the R1 Single-Family Residence District in Lombard. It specifies detached single-family dwellings, accessory uses, home occupations, and care facilities as permitted, with a list of conditional uses including various community and institutional facilities.

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encroachment of incompatible uses. This district will be located generally on the periphery of the village in neighborhoods containing large lots. (B) Permitted uses. The following uses shall be permitted in the R1 District: (1) Detached single-family dwellings. (2) Accessory uses and buildings, incidental to and on the same zoning lot as the permitted use, which are constructed and operated in conformance with § 155.210 of this Chapter. (3) Home occupations, in conformance with the provisions of § 155.211 of this...Recreational buildings and community centers, noncommercial. (e) Swimming pools, noncommercial. (f) Tennis clubs and courts, noncommercial. (8) Religious institutions. (9) Schools, private, full-time: Elementary, middle and high. (10) Schools, public, full-time: Elementary, middle and high. (11) Accessory uses and buildings, incidental to and on the same zoning lot as the conditional use, which are constructed and operated in conformance with § 155.210 of this Chapter. (D) Minimum lot area. All uses located within this district shall have a minimum

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Olympia Fields · 19.75

Lots

Summary

This section establishes lot standards for subdivisions in Olympia Fields, outlining requirements for size, shape, setbacks, access, and resubdivision, with specific dimensions for residential lots not served by public sewer.

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subsection refers to that part of a lot described in the conveyance heretofore made and recorded or registered of less than the whole of a lot and which at the date hereof has been improved with a residential dwelling and accessory buildings, if any. (f) Double frontage and reverse frontage lots should be avoided except where essential to provide separation of residential development from traffic arteries or to overcome specific disadvantages of topography and orientation. A dedication to the village

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Newark · 21.416

Home Occupations

Summary

This section outlines the standards for home occupations to ensure they are compatible with residential neighborhoods, maintaining their subordinate and incidental status. It details performance requirements regarding employees, building alterations, traffic, parking, signage, hazards, and enclosure of materials, and lists permitted home occupations.

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accessory use so located and conducted that the average neighbor, under normal circumstances, would not be aware of its existence except for a legally posted sign. Performance Requirements. A home occupation or profession, where permitted in a zoning district, shall meet the following performance requirements, in addition to those standards applicable to the district in which they are located: Not more than two (2) employees at a time, other than members of the immediate family occupying such dwelling shall work...permitted for home occupations. No equipment or material used shall constitute a hazard, create a nuisance or interfere with the reception of broadcast signals. All material equipment, merchandise or work in process shall be wholly enclosed within the dwelling or accessory building. Permitted Home Occupations. Authors. Artists, sculptors, woodworking or other crafts. Beauty parlors or barbershops. Day care, but not day care centers or nursery schools. Dressmakers, seamstresses or tailors. Music, dancing, swimming or other similar instruction, provided that

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Hanover Park · 110.6.6

Accessory uses and structures

Summary

This section outlines allowable accessory uses and structures within residential districts in Hanover Park. It lists various permitted items like garages, fences, antennas, and sheds, and notes that additional requirements or building permits may apply.

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Racquet and paddle ball courts, unlighted. k. Radio and television antennas (in accordance with section 110-6.6.10). l. Satellite dishes (in accordance with section 110-6.6.7). m. Sheds and/or storage buildings for garden equipment and household items as accessory to dwellings, not exceeding 200 square feet in area, one per lot, provided, in the R residential district, the shed may be increased to 400 square feet. Non-corroding, non-decaying, plastic storage bins less than 25 square feet in area...shall be allowed. n. Spas and hot tubs. o. Swimming pools, private, when conforming also with other codes or ordinances of the village. p. Tennis courts, private, unlighted. q. Terraces, patios, decks, and outdoor fireplaces. r. Hobby kennels, as accessory special uses in the R, R-2, and R-3 residential districts where allowed and conforming with the ordinances of the village, including but not limited to chapter 58 of the Municipal Code requiring a license to maintain a hobby

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Bloomingdale · 10.3.3

Compliance Required

Summary

This section mandates that all design, construction, alteration, repair, demolition, use, and maintenance of one- and two-family dwellings and accessory structures within Bloomingdale must comply with the terms of this chapter.

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shall be unlawful to design, construct, alter, move, enlarge, replace, repair, demolish, remove, use or maintain one- and two-family dwellings and accessory structures in the village in violation of the terms and provisions of this chapter

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McHenry · 11.7.3

Conditional Uses

Summary

This section lists specific uses that are permitted within the A-1 Agriculture District of McHenry, but only as conditional uses, meaning they require special approval. The list includes a variety of agricultural, commercial, and community-oriented activities.

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housing. Agricultural produce processing. Agritourism (an agriculturally based operation which draws visitors). Art gallery. Arts studio. Assembly use. Athletic facility, outdoor. Bed and breakfast. Campground. Cemetery/cemetery, pet. Club, lodge. Country club. Cultural facility. Day camp. Drive-in theater. Dwelling unit, accessory. Farrier. Food processing. Golf course/driving range-commercial. Grain elevator-commercial. Halfway house. Homeless/domestic violence shelter. Horse arena, indoor/outdoor. Horse stables. Hotel. Kennel-commercial. Landing area-restricted. Landing area-restricted-personal use. Landscape waste composting facility. Medical cannabis cultivation center

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Aurora · Sec 12-

17.6 Same; Additions, Insertions, Deletions And Changes

Summary

This section of Aurora's Municipal Code amends the 2024 International Residential Code by establishing the "Residential Code for One- and Two-family Dwellings of The City of Aurora," creating a Division of Building and Permits, and detailing specific permit requirements and exemptions for construction and alteration work, including a monetary threshold for permit exemption based on material costs.

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following sections of the 2024 International Residential Code adopted in section 12-16 is hereby revised as follows: R101.1 is amended to read: These provisions shall be known as the Residential Code for One- and Two-family Dwellings of The City of Aurora, and shall be cited as such and will be referred to herein as "this code." R103.1 is amended to read: The Division of Building and Permits under the Developments Services Department is hereby created and the official...limited to 120/240-volt, 0- to 400-ampere, single-phase systems. These chapters specifically cover the equipment, fixtures, appliances, wiring methods and materials that are most commonly used in the construction or alteration of one- and two-family dwellings and accessory structures regulated by this code. The omission from these chapters of any material or method of construction provided for in the referenced standard NFPA 70 shall not be construed as prohibiting the use of such material or method of construction

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Matteson · 160.03

Short-Term Rentals Restricted

Summary

This ordinance prohibits short-term rentals of dwellings and accessory structures for less than three consecutive months, with exceptions for licensed hotels. It clarifies that responsibility for compliance rests with the property owner, regardless of whether consideration is exchanged or if the rental is for a portion of the property.

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Except as otherwise provided herein, leasing, renting, offering or inviting the leasing or renting, or otherwise permitting the short-term rental and/or occupancy of any dwelling and/or accessory structure located within the village for less than three consecutive months at a time shall be prohibited, with the exception of a hotel or similar establishment duly licensed by the village, and such conduct shall be prohibited, whether engaged in or participated in by the owner(s) of the property...appropriate business license. (C) Dwellings shall not be leased, or otherwise permitted to be occupied by other than the same tenant, more than two times during any consecutive 12-month period unless the rental agreement therefore has been terminated by reason of a tenant default. (D) The restrictions of this chapter shall be applicable whether the rental premises comprise(s) all or a part of the principal structure, or all or part of any accessory structure. (E) Whether

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South Barrington · 10.5.5

Commercial Use Category

Summary

This section defines the 'Commercial Use Category' for zoning purposes, outlining broad categories and specific subcategories of businesses allowed within the municipality.

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sometimes provide food or entertainment, primarily to registered guests. Examples of specific lodging use types include: 1. Hotel/Motel: An establishment, other than a short-term rental, in which temporary lodging is offered for compensation. A hotel/motel may include an accessory use bar. 2. Short-Term Rental: The use or occupancy of all or part of a principal building for a period of less than four (4) months pursuant to a written or oral agreement that permits and/or provides for occupancy...excessive noise, overcrowded parking, and suspected illegal activity. (2) Except as otherwise expressly provided in this zoning ordinance, leasing, renting, offering or inviting the leasing or renting, or otherwise permitting the short-term rental or occupancy of any dwelling or accessory structure located within the village for less than four (4) consecutive months at a time is prohibited, with the exception of a hotel or similar establishment duly licensed by the village. Such conduct is prohibited, whether engaged

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Wauconda · 150.34

Bed and breakfasts (B&B) limitations and prohibitions

Summary

This section prohibits the operation of bed and breakfasts (B&Bs) within Wauconda for more than five consecutive days, with exceptions for registered hotels. It clarifies that this restriction applies regardless of whether consideration is exchanged and holds property owners responsible for compliance.

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Except as otherwise provided herein, leasing, renting, offering or inviting the leasing or renting, or otherwise permitting the bed and breakfast and/or occupancy of any dwelling and/or accessory structure located within the village for more than five consecutive days at a time is prohibited, with the exception of a hotel or similar establishment duly registered with the village, and such conduct shall be prohibited, whether engaged in or participated in by the owner(s) of the property, one or more

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Wauconda · 150.33

Long-term rentals (LTR) limitations and prohibitions

Summary

This section prohibits short-term rentals of dwellings and accessory structures within Wauconda for less than 30 consecutive days, with an exception for registered hotels. It also outlines conditions for month-to-month extensions and limits the number of different tenants or licensees in a dwelling within a 12-month period.

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Except as otherwise provided in the Village of Wauconda Code of Ordinances, leasing, renting, offering or inviting the leasing or renting, or otherwise permitting the long-term rental and/or occupancy of any dwelling and/or accessory structure located within the village for less than 30 consecutive days at a time is prohibited, with the exception of a hotel or similar establishment duly registered with the village, and such conduct shall be prohibited, whether engaged in or participated in by the owner...agreement which has satisfied the minimum term required by this section may be extended on a month-to-month basis on the condition that the tenant(s) or licensee(s) remain(s) the same. (c) Under this section 150.33, dwellings, or portions thereof, shall not be leased or licensed, or otherwise permitted to be occupied by other than the same tenant or licensee, more than two terms during any consecutive 12 month period unless the rental or license agreement therefor

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Third Lake · 32.460

Nonconforming recorded lots

Summary

This section defines and regulates "nonconforming recorded lots" which are parcels of land legally established prior to current zoning regulations but are now smaller than the minimum required lot area or dimensions. It outlines specific requirements for using such lots in residential districts, including meeting bulk, rear yard, street yard, and side yard regulations.

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status of a nonconforming recorded lot. (b) Nonconforming recorded lot regulations. A nonconforming-recorded lot shall be subject to the following regulations: (1) In residential zoning districts. A nonconforming recorded lot may be used for a single-family dwelling and accessory uses in the R-1, R-2 and R-3 zoning districts, provided the lot meets the regulations of subsections (b)(1)a through f of this section. a. Bulk requirements. The bulk requirements of Table 2, section

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Roselle · 3.5

Industrial Districts

Summary

This section establishes the ORI Office, Research, and Light Industrial District in Roselle to foster economic diversity, accommodating a range of building sizes and formats. It includes specific dimensional standards and outlines the purpose of promoting a campus-like setting with transitional landscape requirements near residential areas.

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Board of Trustees that the property has an extraordinarily high risk of theft or vandalism, and the barbed wire is designed to minimize personal harm. g. Residential: Residential units may only be allowed as watchmen's dwellings as accessory uses on the premises where employed, as permitted by a Special Use. h. Retail: The retail uses in the ORI District shall be located within a building or structure containing an otherwise Permitted Use. Advertising for such sale shall...Arterial Business Office, Research, Light Industrial Limited Industrial R-1 R-2 R-3 R-4 B-2 B-3 B-4 B-5 ORI M Residential Uses Bed and breakfast S S S S P Daycare home S Dwelling units, above ground floor retail P Dwelling units, attached single-unit (DP) P S Dwelling units, detached single-unit P P S S Dwelling units, multiple-unit S P P Dwelling units, townhomes S S S Community residences

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Burnham · 18.702

Loads

Summary

This section outlines the minimum load requirements for the design, construction, and maintenance of dwellings and accessory buildings in Burnham. It specifies assumed live loads for different floor types and roof lifting forces, emphasizing the need for structural anchoring to prevent sliding or overturning.

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Generally. All parts of dwellings and accessory buildings and structures shall be designed, constructed and maintained to support safely their own weight and all other loads and forces to which they may be subjected. (b) Assumed minimum live loads (uniformly distributed) for design purposes. The assumed minimum live loads (uniformly distributed) for design purposes shall be as follows: (1) Ceiling or attic floor joists, no storage, none. Attic floors, limited storage only 20 pounds per square foot. Living rooms floors

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Green Oaks · 8.9.2

Nonconforming Recorded Lots

Summary

This section outlines regulations for nonconforming recorded lots in Green Oaks. It specifies permitted uses, yard, and bulk requirements for separately owned lots, and establishes rules for lots under common ownership to prevent subdivision and preserve their nonconforming status. It also permits construction and repair of buildings on these lots.

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Separate Ownership: A nonconforming recorded lot owned separately and individually from all adjoining tracts of land shall be subject to the following provisions: 1. Permitted Uses: A nonconforming recorded lot may be used for a single-family dwelling and accessory uses. 2. Yards: All yards shall be the same as set forth for conforming lots for the zoning district in which the lot is located. 3. Bulk: All bulk requirements shall be the same as set forth for conforming lots

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Willow Springs · 9A-4.5

Sr-1 Suburban Residential Single-Family District

Summary

This section establishes the SR-1 Suburban Residential Single-Family District, intended for spacious single-family homes with lower density and an open residential feel. It outlines permitted uses, accessory structures, and special uses like planned unit developments and public facilities.

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building, structure or premises in the SR-1 district for any purpose other than the following and the accessory uses and special uses set forth in subsections C and D of this section: One single-family detached dwelling per lot. Accessory Buildings And Uses: Subject to the area requirements set forth below, only one each of the following buildings or structures shall be permitted as accessory uses within the SR-1 district: Automobile garages. Children's playhouses and play equipment...Height Of Building: No structure shall exceed a maximum height of thirty feet (30'). Floor Area Ratio: In order to minimize storm water drainage problems and to provide proper architectural scale, the gross floor area of all principal and accessory buildings shall not exceed twenty three percent (23%) of the gross lot area. Lot Coverage-Structures: In order to minimize storm water drainage problems and to provide for proper architectural scale no more than thirty three percent

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Willow Springs · 9A-4.8

Sr-4 Suburban Residential Single-Family District

Summary

This section establishes the SR-4 Suburban Residential Single-Family District in Willow Springs, intended for spacious single-family homes with lower density and an open residential feel. It specifies permitted uses, accessory buildings, and special uses allowed within this district.

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building, structure or premises in the SR-4 district for any purpose other than the following and the accessory uses and special uses set forth in subsections C and D of this section: One single-family detached dwelling per lot. Accessory Buildings And Uses: Subject to the area requirements set forth below, only one each of the following buildings or structures shall be permitted as accessory uses within the SR-4 district: Automobile garages. Children's playhouses and play equipment...Building: No structure shall exceed a maximum height of thirty five feet (35') Floor Area Ratio: In order to minimize storm water drainage problems and to provide proper architectural scale, the gross floor area of all principal and accessory buildings shall not exceed thirteen percent (13% or 5,200 sq. ft.) of the gross lot area. Lot Coverage-Structures: In order to minimize storm water drainage problems and to provide for proper architectural scale, no more than eighteen percent

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Willow Springs · 9A-4.6

Sr-2 Suburban Residential Single-Family District

Summary

This section establishes the SR-2 Suburban Residential Single-Family District, aiming for spacious single-family homes with a lower density and open feel. It outlines permitted uses (single-family detached dwellings), accessory uses (garages, playhouses, pools, sheds, etc.), and special uses (planned unit developments, libraries, parks, religious institutions, storm water facilities).

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building, structure or premises in the SR-2 district for any purpose other than the following and the accessory uses and special uses set forth in subsections C and D of this section: One single-family detached dwelling per lot. Accessory Buildings And Uses: Subject to the area requirements set forth below, on one each of the following buildings or structures shall be permitted as accessory uses within the SR-2 district: Automobile garages. Children's playhouses and play equipment...Building: No structure shall exceed a maximum height of thirty five feet (35') Floor Area Ratio: In order to minimize storm water drainage problems and to provide proper architectural scale, the gross floor area of all principal and accessory buildings shall not exceed twenty percent (20% or 4,000 sq. ft.) of the gross lot area. Lot Coverage-Structures: In order to minimize storm water drainage problems and to provide for proper architectural scale, no more than twenty-eight percent

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Willow Springs · 9A-4.7

Sr-3 Suburban Residential Single-Family District

Summary

This section establishes the SR-3 Suburban Residential Single-Family District in Willow Springs, intended for spacious single-family homes. It outlines permitted uses, accessory buildings, and special uses, aiming to foster a lower-density, open residential atmosphere.

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building, structure or premises in the SR-3 district for any purpose other than the following and the accessory uses and special uses set forth in subsections C and D of this section: One single-family detached dwelling per lot. Accessory Buildings And Uses: Subject to the area requirements set forth below, only one of each of the following buildings or structures shall be permitted as accessory uses within the SR-3 district: Automobile garages. Children's playhouses and play...Building: No structure shall exceed a maximum height of thirty five feet (35') Floor Area Ratio: In order to minimize storm water drainage problems and to provide proper architectural scale, the gross floor area of all principal and accessory buildings shall not exceed fifteen percent (15% or 4,500 sq. ft.) of the gross lot area. Lot Coverage-Structures: In order to minimize storm water drainage problems and to provide for proper architectural scale, no more than twenty-one percent

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Vernon Hills · 4.10

Required minimum square feet of habitable area in dwelling units

Summary

This section establishes minimum habitable area requirements for dwelling units in Vernon Hills, varying by zoning district and number of bedrooms. It also defines habitable area and outlines how multi-level dwellings are calculated.

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dwelling unit above the finished grade, measured from the inside surfaces of all the perimeter walls enclosing the dwelling unit; however, habitable area shall not include cellar, basement, garage, attic, porches, patios, atriums, or similar areas which are accessory to a dwelling unit, except that finished recreation rooms may be permitted in a basement and will be counted as habitable area up to ten percent of the total habitable floor area requirement. 4.10.2.2. Where the dwelling unit is multilevel, tabular

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