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Richmond · 23.17

Curb or Outdoor Service

Summary

This section prohibits the sale of alcoholic liquor via curb service or outdoor service on or adjacent to premises licensed for on-site consumption, unless specifically permitted elsewhere in the ordinance.

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CURB OR OUTDOOR SERVICE. Except as specifically permitted herein, no curb service or outdoor sale of alcoholic liquor shall be carried on in connection with the Premises for which a license has been issued for the sale of alcoholic liquor for consumption upon the Premises; neither upon the public street or private property contiguous to such Premises so licensed
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Joliet · 2.44

Additional duties generally

Summary

This section outlines additional general duties of the Joliet City Manager, including administering liquor sales control, issuing licenses, appointing assistants, and maintaining an office.

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addition to the other duties prescribed in this article, the city manager shall: (a) Perform such duties in connection with the administration of the licensing and control of the sale of alcoholic liquors within the city as shall from time to time be delegated to him by the mayor. (b) Issue all licenses and permits not otherwise provided for by law. (c) Appoint administrative assistants as authorized by the city council. (d) Maintain an office in the city hall
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Oak Forest · 111.53

Hours Of Operation

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This section of the Oak Forest Municipal Code establishes the hours of operation for alcoholic liquor retailers. It prohibits sales between 2:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. Monday through Friday, 3:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. on Saturdays, and 3:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. on Sundays, with a provision for special extensions on New Year's Eve and Day.

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Unless otherwise specifically provided in §§ 111.40 et seq. of this code which govern and regulate alcoholic beverage sales in the City of Oak Forest for any particular license classification, no person licensed under this subchapter as a retailer of alcoholic liquor shall sell, permit to be sold or give away any alcoholic liquor between the hours of 2:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m., Monday through Friday, between the hours of 3:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. on Saturdays...between the hours of 3:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. on Sundays provided further, however, that it shall be the duty of the license holders of such establishments to require that all persons, other than employees of said establishments, leave the premises at the stated closing times. (B)   The Liquor Control Commissioner may extend the closing hours for two hours on December 31 and January 1. (2000 Code, § 5.08.150) (Am. Ord. 2014-03-0488O, passed
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Chicago · 4.60.180

License Revocation – One-Year Wait For New License.

Summary

This section establishes a one-year waiting period before a new liquor license can be granted for premises where a previous license was revoked. This restriction does not apply if the revocation order was solely against the licensee, not the premises.

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When any license issued pursuant to this chapter is revoked for any cause, no license shall be granted to any person for the period of one year thereafter for conducting the business of selling alcoholic liquor in the premises described in such revoked license unless the revocation order was entered as to the licensee only. (Added Coun. J. 12-9-92, p. 25465; Amend Coun. J. 7-27-05, p. 53211, § 1; Amend Coun
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Burnham · 6.22

License revocation; one year wait for new license

Summary

This section prohibits the issuance of a new license to sell alcoholic liquor in premises where a previous license was revoked. This prohibition lasts for one year from the date of revocation.

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license issued pursuant to this chapter shall have been revoked for any cause, no license shall be granted to any person for the period of one year thereafter for conducting the business of selling alcoholic liquor in the premises described in such revoked license. (Ord. No. 93-O-008, § 34, 12-9-1993) State Law reference— Waiting period after revocation, 235 ILCS 5/7-13
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Villa Park · 3.322

Disposition of fees

Summary

This section outlines the procedures for handling license fees in Villa Park. It specifies that fees are paid at the time of application to the liquor control commissioner, who then remits them to the treasurer. If a license is denied, the fee is returned; if granted, it's deposited into the general corporate fund or another designated fund.

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license fees shall be paid to the local liquor control commissioner at the time application is made, and shall be turned over to the treasurer forthwith. In the event the license applied for is denied, the fee shall be returned to the applicant. If the license is granted, then the fee shall be deposited in the general corporate fund or in such other fund as shall have been designated by the board of trustees, by proper action
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Volo · 4.9.10

Violations

Summary

This section outlines penalties for violations of the chapter, including fines and potential license suspension or revocation by the local liquor control commissioner. Each day of violation is considered a separate offense.

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hundred dollars ($2,500.00) for each such violation. Each day that a violation occurs or continues shall be deemed to be a separate offense. In addition to the penalty provided in this section, the local liquor control commissioner may suspend or revoke any license issued hereunder for any violation of any provision of this chapter or for any violation of any provision of the Illinois Liquor Control Act, 235 ILCS 5/1 et seq., as amended, hereby incorporated by reference
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Mettawa · Section 18.502. Immediate Closure Of Premises.
Summary

This section allows the Local Liquor Control Commissioner to immediately close a licensed business for up to seven days if its continued operation threatens community welfare, without prior notice. A hearing must be held within a week of service to determine if the license should be suspended or revoked.

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Local Liquor Control Commissioner has reason to believe that any continued operation of a business at the location of a licensed premises will threaten immediately the welfare of the community, without notice or hearing the Local Liquor Control Commissioner may close the entire business operations of a licensee at the location of the premises for not more than seven (7) days by issuing a written initial closing order stating the reason for such conclusion and giving the licensee an opportunity...other business or businesses. C.   All proceedings before the Local Liquor Control Commissioner shall be transcribed by a certified official court reporter and placed in a certified official record of such proceedings. D.   If Local Liquor Control Commissioner determines after such hearing that the license should be revoked or suspended or that the licensee should be fined, the Local Liquor Control Commissioner shall, within five (5) days after such hearing, state the reason or reasons for such determination
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Arlington Heights · Section 13.702

Reuse of Premises

Summary

This section prohibits the issuance of a new license for selling alcoholic liquor at a location where a previous license was revoked, for a period of one year after the revocation.

Section Text
When any local license has been revoked for any cause, no license shall be granted to any person for a period of one year thereafter for the conduct of the business of selling alcoholic liquor in the premises described in such revoked license
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Round Lake Beach · 3.2.19

Reuse of premises

Summary

This section prohibits the granting of a new alcoholic liquor license for a period of one year if the previous license for those premises was revoked. This is a cooling-off period to prevent immediate re-establishment of the business after a license revocation.

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When any license shall have been revoked for any cause, no license shall be granted to any person for the period of one year thereafter for the conduct of the business of selling alcoholic liquor in the premises described in such revoked license
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Monee · 3.3.14

Renewal Not A Vested Right

Summary

This section outlines the conditions under which a liquor license can be renewed, emphasizing that renewal is not a guaranteed right and the Village Board can reduce the number of licenses. It also allows for refusal of renewal for businesses inactive for six months, with exceptions for damaged or remodeled premises.

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Village Board of Trustees from decreasing the number of licenses to be issued within the Village. B.   Businesses Not In Operation; Damaged Premises Excepted: Any provision in this chapter notwithstanding, the Village President, as Liquor Control Commissioner, may refuse to renew a license held by any person under the provisions of this chapter, if the business for which said license was issued has not been in operation for six (6) months prior to the renewal date. This subsection shall
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Western Springs · 4.1.31

Suspension Or Revocation Of License; Notice; Hearing; Fines

Summary

This section outlines the process by which the Local Commissioner can suspend or revoke an alcoholic liquor license. It details the requirement for a public hearing with advance written notice, but allows for immediate closure of a premises if public welfare is threatened, with a post-closure hearing opportunity.

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provisions of the Liquor Control Act of the State, or the provisions of this chapter, or of any valid ordinance of the Village or any applicable rules or regulations established by the Illinois Liquor Control Commission. B.   Public Hearing: No such license shall be revoked or suspended except after a public hearing by the Local Commissioner or the Local Commission as directed by the Local Commissioner, with a three (3) day written notice sent to the licensee prior...fine, the period of suspension, or that the license has been revoked, and shall serve a copy of the order within five (5) days upon the licensee. E.   Appeal: The licensee, after the receipt of the order of suspension or revocation, shall have the privilege, within a period of twenty (20) days after the receipt of such order of suspension or revocation, of appealing the order to the Illinois Liquor Control Commission, and upon the filing of such an appeal
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Worth · 3.6.14

Persons Under Legal Age

Summary

This section prohibits the sale, gift, or delivery of alcoholic liquor to individuals under 21 years of age, intoxicated persons, or those with known incapacities. It also prohibits individuals under 21 from purchasing, accepting, or possessing alcohol, and mandates age verification by licensees.

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home, is not prohibited by this chapter. (Ord. 73-16, 10-16-1973; amd. 1995 Code) G.   Any person who manufactures, imports for distribution or use, or distributes or sells alcoholic liquor at any place within the village without having first obtained a valid license so to do under the provisions of this chapter, or shall make a false statement or otherwise violate any of the provisions...this chapter in obtaining any license hereunder, or who having obtained a license hereunder shall violate any of the provisions of this chapter with respect to the manufacture, possession, distribution or sale of alcoholic liquor, or with respect to the maintenance of the licensed premises, or shall violate any other provision of this chapter, shall for a first offense be guilty of a petty offense and fined not more than the amount pursuant to the Village Fine Schedule, Appendix
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Berwyn · 804.12

Change Of Location

Summary

This section outlines the process for alcoholic liquor licensees to change their business location. A written application and a permit from the Liquor Control Commissioner are required, contingent on the new location complying with all ordinances and receiving a countersignature from the local Council member.

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license issued under this chapter shall permit the sale of alcoholic liquor only on the premises described in the application and license. No change of location is permitted unless the proposed new location is in full compliance with all provisions of these Codified Ordinances. Upon written application to the Liquor Control Commissioner, the location of a licensee may be changed. (B)   The Commissioner shall issue a written permit allowing the change after determining that the new premises comply with these
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South Holland · 4.46

Reuse of premises

Summary

This section prohibits the issuance of a new license for selling alcoholic liquor at premises where a previous license was revoked. This prohibition lasts for one year after the revocation.

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When any local license has been revoked for any cause, no license shall be granted to any person for a period of one (1) year thereafter for the conduct of the business of selling alcoholic liquor in the premises described in such revoked license
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Palos Hills · 5.10.150

Class I license

Summary

This section defines and regulates Class I liquor licenses in Palos Hills, specifying they are for banquet halls only. It outlines permitted sales, operational restrictions (no sit-down bar or package goods), kitchen facility requirements, and annual fees.

Section Text
Class I licenses shall be for banquet halls only. A Class I shall authorize the retail sale or give-away, on the specified premises, of alcoholic liquor for consumption on the premises. Class I licenses shall permit the licensee to remain open during the hours specified in Section 5.10.390. A sit-down bar is not permitted. Class I shall not permit the sale of alcoholic package goods. Premises licensed Class I shall have full kitchen facilities. B. The annual
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Elgin · 6.06.058

Outside event permit

Summary

This section establishes an outside event permit for licensed alcoholic liquor dealers in Elgin, allowing the retail sale of alcohol for consumption on adjoining outside areas. It outlines specific restrictions on permit issuance, duration, and operating hours.

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There is established an outside event permit to allow the retail sale of alcoholic liquor for consumption on the adjoining outside areas of a licensed premises used in conjunction with the licensee's principal establishment for which there is a then-currently issued and valid Class A, A-1, AA, D, E, E-1, E-2, E-3, F, F-1, I, J, or N license. Except as otherwise expressly authorized in this chapter, no alcoholic liquor may be sold
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Berwyn · 660.07

Public Morals Nuisance Violations

Summary

This section defines terms related to public morals nuisance violations, specifically focusing on pandering, pimping, prostitution, public place, and sexual penetration. Its purpose is to abate the demand for prostitution by penalizing those who patronize individuals involved in it.

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picking up of litter in public parks or along public roads or the maintenance of public facilities. (2)   Any violations of division (C) and (D) of this section by anyone holding a license issued by the city, including but not limited to liquor licensees, may be cause for suspension or revocation of such license. (3)   Any motor vehicle that is used in violation of division (C) and (D) of this section shall be subject to seizure and impoundment pursuant
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Lynwood · 10.66

Restrictions on issuance after revocation

Summary

This ordinance prohibits the issuance of a new license for selling alcoholic liquor in the same premises for one year after any existing license for that location has been revoked.

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license shall have been revoked for any cause, no license shall be granted to any person, firm or corporation for the period of one year thereafter for the conduct of business of selling alcoholic liquor in the premises described in the revoked license. (Code
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North Aurora · 5.08.170

Licensed premises—Use after revocation of license

Summary

This section prohibits a licensee whose alcoholic beverage license has been revoked from obtaining a new license for the same premises for a period of one year.

Section Text
license has been revoked for any cause, no license shall be granted to such licensee for the period of one year thereafter for the conduct of the business of manufacturing, distributing or selling alcoholic liquor in the premises described in such revoked license
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Crystal Lake · 329.24

Use of premises one year after license revocation

Summary

This section prohibits the granting of any liquor license for the manufacture, distribution, or sale of alcoholic liquor at a premises for one year following the revocation of a previous license for that location.

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license shall have been revoked for any cause, no license shall be granted to any person for the period of one year thereafter for the conduct of the business of manufacturing, distributing or selling alcoholic liquor in the premises described in such revoked license
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Palatine · 4.65

Granting licenses after revocation; waiting period; discretion

Summary

This section prohibits the granting of a new license for the sale of alcoholic liquor at a location where a license was previously revoked for one year, unless the revocation is overturned or the commission grants relief.

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license shall have been revoked for any cause, no license shall be granted to any person for the period of one year thereafter for the conduct of the business of manufacturing, distributing, or selling alcoholic liquor in the premises described in the revoked license unless the revocation order has been vacated, unless relief is given by the commission. (Code
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Lakemoor · 9.22

Use Of Premises For Year After Revocation

Summary

This section prohibits the issuance of any new liquor licenses for a period of one year following the revocation of a previous license for the same premises.

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license shall have been revoked for any cause, no license shall be granted to any person for the period of one year thereafter for the conduct of the business of manufacturing, distributing or selling alcoholic liquor in the premises described in such revoked license. (Ord. 07-O-17, passed 5-24-2007; Ord. 13-O-22, passed
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Hainesville · 5.08.240

Use of premises after revocation

Summary

This section prohibits the issuance of any new alcoholic beverage license for a premises where a previous license was revoked, for a period of one year following the revocation.

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license shall have been revoked for any cause, no license shall be granted to any person for the period of one year thereafter for the conduct of the business of manufacturing, distributing or selling alcoholic liquor in the premises described in such revoked license. (Ord. 98-12-1 § 1 (part): prior code
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Carol Stream · 11.2.19

Use Of Premises After Revocation

Summary

This ordinance prohibits the issuance of any new license for the manufacturing, distribution, or sale of alcoholic liquor on premises where a previous license has been revoked. This prohibition lasts for a period of one year.

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license shall have been revoked for any cause, no license shall be granted to any person for the period of one year thereafter for the conduct of the business of manufacturing, distributing or selling alcoholic liquor in the premises described in such revoked license
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