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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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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. 2. 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: a. Not more than two (2) employees at a time, other than members of the immediate family occupying such dwelling...home occupations. e. No equipment or material used shall constitute a hazard, create a nuisance or interfere with the reception of broadcast signals. f. All material equipment, merchandise or work in process shall be wholly enclosed within the dwelling or accessory building. 3. Permitted Home Occupations. a. Authors. b. Artists, sculptors, woodworking or other crafts. c. Beauty parlors or barbershops. d. Day care, but not day care centers or nursery schools. e. Dressmakers, seamstresses or tailors. f. Music, dancing, swimming

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Evanston · 6.10.3.3

SPECIAL USES

Summary

This section outlines the 'Special Uses' permitted within the C1a COMMERCIAL MIXED USE DISTRICT in Evanston. It lists various commercial, residential, and specialized uses that may be allowed, often subject to additional provisions and general requirements specified in other sections of the municipal code.

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alcohol production facility. Daycare center—Adult (subject to the general requirements of Section 6-4-3 of this Title). Daycare center—Child (subject to the general requirements of Section 6-4-2 of this Title). Drive-through facility (accessory only). Dwelling—Multiple-family. Food store establishment. Funeral services excluding on-site cremation. Independent living facility. Long-term care facility. Media broadcasting station. Membership organization. Micro-Distillery. Mixed-use market (over twenty thousand (20,000) square feet in size). Open sales

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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. 3. Bird feeders shall be set back five feet (5’) from dwelling units, accessory structures, lawn furniture, shrubs and trees. 4. 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

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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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Riverdale · 15.110.060

Other enumerated violations

Summary

This section prohibits specific items and conditions on residential properties in Riverdale, including certain commercial vehicles, dilapidated building exteriors, and obscured or improperly mounted address numbers. It aims to maintain aesthetic standards and public safety.

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used for any commercial purpose, of more than one-ton capacity or in excess of twenty-one feet in length; or two or more commercial vehicles, regardless of size; B. For any single-family or multifamily dwelling or accessory building: 1. Any wood surfaces unprotected from the elements by paint or other protective treatment, except those naturally resistant to decay; 2. Chipping or peeling paint in excess of twenty-five percent of any surface area visible from public property...Replacement materials and paint used to repair or repaint exterior surfaces of a building unless they shall be visually compatible with the remainder of the materials and paint on the exterior of the structure. C. Outside of any dwelling or building, any required address numbers which are not mounted in a permanent and stationary manner, or are obstructed from view from the street or other public access areas by trees, shrubs, or anything that would tend to hide or obscure

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Riverdale · 15.110.030

Enumerated violations

Summary

This section defines and prohibits public nuisances in Riverdale. It specifically lists conditions such as accumulating trash, maintaining junkyards, and storing inoperable vehicles as violations, with some exceptions for permitted operations and vehicle repairs.

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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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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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Lombard · 155.405

R0 Single-Family Residence District requirements

Summary

This section outlines the purpose and permitted and conditional uses for the R0 Single-Family Residence District in Lombard, aiming to preserve low-density residential character and protect against incompatible uses. It specifies allowed residential and accessory uses, along with a list of conditional uses such as cemeteries, educational institutions, and various recreational facilities.

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also intended to preserve the lower-density character of the neighborhood and protect such areas from the encroachment of incompatible uses. (B) Permitted uses. The following uses shall be permitted in the R0 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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Plainfield · 2.5.42

Amendments

Summary

This section amends the Illinois Plumbing Code to establish specific requirements for water services, storm water drainage, and overhead sewers. It details material specifications, installation depths, and connection requirements for various plumbing components.

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subsoil from or adjacent to buildings, shall be connected to the storm sewer, if available, or other approved disposal device in accordance with the village water department requirements, whichever regulations are applicable. Storm water from roofs of private dwellings or accessory structures with or without gutters or downspouts may be spilled or discharged on the ground, provided structural, public health or other nuisance hazards are not created thereby. Subsoil drains on the same lot shall be connected to the storm

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Hanover Park · 110.6.1

Bulk regulations

Summary

This section establishes bulk regulations for new construction and additions in Hanover Park, outlining exceptions for certain rooftop appurtenances to exceed maximum height provisions. It also details regulations concerning lot coverage, maintenance of open spaces, division of zoning lots, and minimum yard requirements for both new and existing buildings.

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district in which the property is located. c. Location of required open space. All yards, courts, and other open spaces allocated to a building or dwelling group shall be located on the same zoning lot as such building or dwelling group. d. Required yards for existing buildings. No yards now or hereafter provided for a building existing on the effective date of this chapter shall subsequently be reduced below the minimum yard requirements of this chapter for equivalent new construction...district. Open entrances and stoops: F R Projecting not more than 6 feet. Ornamental light standards F S R Playground, playhouses, and laundry drying equipment R 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, however, one shed and/or storage building not exceeding 400 square feet in area may be permitted per lot in the R single-family detached residence district. Non-corroding

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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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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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South Barrington · 8.1A-3.1

General Requirements

Summary

This section outlines general requirements for residential building construction, covering acceptable construction materials and methods, load considerations for structural integrity, and provisions for special conditions and testing. It emphasizes performance equivalency for non-specified materials and sets minimum load standards for design.

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such evidence include adequate reports and test data from a recognized testing laboratory, or proven and authoritative service records, or analysis of performance made in accordance with well established principles of mechanics. B. Loads: 1. 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. 2. Assumed minimum live loads (uniformly distributed) for design purposes. a. Ceiling...noncapillary, and termite and fungi resistant. 4. Ceiling Insulation: a. Not less than six inches (6") net thickness of fire resistive, flameproof insulation. b. Foil of equivalent rating acceptable. 5. Heating Requirements: a. Provide heating unit capable of heating dwelling from minus ten degrees (-10°) Fahrenheit to seventy two degrees (72°) Fahrenheit at fifteen (15) miles per hour outside wind with heat loss calculated in accord with American Society of Heating and Ventilating Engineers standards. b. Heating unit shall

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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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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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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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Midlothian · 4.10.1

General

Summary

This section outlines minimum construction requirements for materials and methods, allowing for alternative approvals based on satisfactory performance evidence. It also specifies design loads for buildings, including live loads for various floor types and wind loads.

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analysis of performance made in accordance with well established principles of mechanics. Compliance with the standard specifications and test methods listed in chapter 22, "Appendix A", of this title will be required. (B) Loads: 1. 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. 2. Assumed minimum live loads (uniformly distributed) for design purposes: (a) Ceiling

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Lansing · 56.128

Lots of record

Summary

This section defines and regulates nonconforming lots of record in Lansing, allowing for single-family dwellings on individually owned substandard lots under specific conditions, while consolidating adjacent substandard lots in common ownership into a single parcel.

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nonconforming lots of record may only be built upon as follows: (1) Individual nonconforming lots of record. a. In any district permitting single-family residences, notwithstanding the limitations imposed by other provisions of this chapter, a single-family dwelling and accessory buildings may be erected on a single nonconforming lot of record; provided that the lot is in separate ownership and does not have continuous frontage with other lots in the same ownership. b. This provision shall apply even though

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Arlington Heights · Section 23.202

Modification by Amendment and Deletion of Various Sections of the International Residential Code

Summary

This section modifies the 2018 International Residential Code (IRC) for Arlington Heights by amending specific sections related to permits, inspections, and appeals. It also adopts specific climatic and geographic design criteria.

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language from the first sentence. crushed stone footings, wood foundations, R403.1 General. Add the following language to the end of the paragraph. Also, concrete stairways with three or more risers placed as a single structure which serve the primary dwelling shall be provided with a footing in accordance with this Section. R403.1 General. Add the following Exception to this Section. Exception: Storage sheds that are 100 square feet or less are not required to be supported on a footing. R403.4.1...minimum thickness of bracing method continuously sheathed wood structural panel. R801.3 Roof drainage. Delete the following text: In areas where expansive or collapsible soils are known to exist, R801.3 Roof drainage. Insert the following after the word dwellings: and accessory structures with a single roof plane that exceeds 100 square feet R802.3 Ridge. Replace 1 (inch) with 2. Delete Chapter 11 in its entirety. Except as noted in a. below, delete Chapter 25 in its entirety. a. Section P2503.7 shall

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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. 3. 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...Building: No structure shall exceed a maximum height of thirty five feet (35') f. 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. g. Lot Coverage-Structures: In order to minimize storm water drainage problems and to provide for proper architectural scale, no more than eighteen

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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. 3. 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...Building: No structure shall exceed a maximum height of thirty five feet (35') f. 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. g. Lot Coverage-Structures: In order to minimize storm water drainage problems and to provide for proper architectural scale, no more than twenty

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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. 3. 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...Building: No structure shall exceed a maximum height of thirty feet (30'). f. 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. g. 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-4.7

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. 3. 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...Building: No structure shall exceed a maximum height of thirty five feet (35') f. 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. g. Lot Coverage-Structures: In order to minimize storm water drainage problems and to provide for proper architectural scale, no more than twenty

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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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