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Winnetka · Section 5.09.040   Commissioner'S Powers.
Summary

This section outlines the broad powers and duties of the Local Liquor Control Commissioner in Winnetka. These include the authority to grant, suspend, and revoke liquor licenses, conduct inspections, investigate complaints, deny applications, and establish rules for the distribution and sale of alcoholic liquor.

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Local Liquor Control Commissioner shall have the following powers, functions and duties: A.   To grant, suspend for not more than thirty (30) days, or revoke for cause in accordance with the provisions of Section 5.09.290 of this chapter, all local licenses issued to persons for premises within the Village; B.   To enter or to authorize any law enforcement officer to enter at any time upon any premises licensed under this chapter, to determine whether any of the provisions of this...license to an applicant he or she has determined to be ineligible for; E.   To promulgate rules and regulations, not inconsistent with the law, for the distribution and sale at retail of alcoholic liquor in the Village. (Prior code § 35.04) F.   To conduct public hearings on license nonrenewal, suspension and revocation cases or to refer such cases to the Liquor Advisory Board, or to any other person the Local Liquor Control Commissioner may designate as provided
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Hanover Park · 10.7.5

Beer gardens

Summary

This section outlines the regulations for operating beer gardens in Hanover Park, defining what constitutes a beer garden, eligibility for license holders, and specifying requirements for location, size, occupancy, barriers, hours of operation, age of servers, and entrance protocols.

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addition, license holders of a class A, AA, AAA, E and G license are eligible to have a beer garden at the discretion of the liquor commissioner. It shall be unlawful for any person to keep, maintain, conduct or operate a beer garden without compliance with this chapter and Code. (b) A "beer garden" shall mean an open, outdoor area with or without a roof where alcoholic beverages are served or consumed. (c) No beer garden shall be permitted...premises licensed to sell such alcoholic beverages for consumption on the adjoining premises. (2) Beer gardens shall be no greater in area than one-half of the floor space of a licensed premises and shall not be expanded beyond the area approved by the liquor commissioner. (3) The occupancy of beer gardens shall be limited to one person for every ten square feet and shall have the occupancy posted conspicuously within the beer garden. (4) Any part of the beer
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Highwood · 4.1.11

Renewal Of License

Summary

This section outlines the process for renewing alcoholic beverage licenses in Highwood. Licensees must be qualified and premises suitable, with renewals not a vested right. Applications are due by June 30th annually, with late fees applicable, and shorter forms may be authorized.

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licensee may apply for renewal of the license at the expiration thereof; provided, that the licensee is then qualified to receive a license and the premises of the renewal license is suitable for such purpose. Each licensee applying for renewal shall provide such information as is required by the Local Liquor Control Commissioner for consideration of such renewal. The renewal privilege herein shall not be construed as a vested right which shall in any case prevent the city council from...submitted to the city clerk not later than June 30 of each year. Any renewal application or payment received after the date due shall be accompanied by a late filing fee. C.   The local liquor control commissioner may authorize the use of shorter forms for license renewal to indicate only any changes in information submitted from the previous year
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Beach Park · 5.16.130

Change Of Personnel

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This section mandates that any changes in partnerships, officers, directors, or significant ownership holders of establishments licensed under this chapter must be reported in writing to the liquor control commissioner within ten days. Such changes are subject to review or hearing at the commissioner's discretion, with an exception for Class I license applicants/holders unless their agent or manager is not an employee.

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changes in partnerships, officers, directors, or persons holding directly, or beneficially, more than five percent (5%) of the stock or ownership interest, or in managers of establishments licensed under this chapter, shall be reported in writing to the liquor control commissioner within ten (10) days of the change. All such personnel shall comply with all applicable requirements of this chapter. All such changes in personnel shall be subject to review, or hearing, by the liquor control commissioner in his discretion
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Romeoville · 110.11

Location

Summary

This section requires a separate business license for each physical location of an operation within the village, defining what constitutes a single location. It also allows for changes or expansions in business location without a new fee, provided prior notice is given and the new location complies with all village ordinances.

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same lot or parcel; (2)   Shall be operated and managed by the same person, entity or owner; and (3)   Shall be devoted to a single line of business. (B)   The location of any licensed business or occupation, other than for the sale of alcoholic liquors, or the location of any permitted act may be changed and/or physically expanded without payment of a new or separate license fee; provided that the Community Development Department shall be given prior notice of such
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Northlake · 3.3.5.3

Hours Of Operation

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This section outlines the specific hours during which alcoholic liquor can be sold or given away by licensed establishments in Northlake. It establishes general prohibited hours and then provides exceptions based on different license classes and special permits.

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Except as otherwise provided herein, no person licensed hereunder shall sell, permit to be sold, or give away any alcoholic liquor between the hours of twelve o'clock (12:00) midnight and nine o'clock (9:00) A.M. on Monday through Saturday and between the hours of twelve o'clock (12:00) midnight and ten o'clock (10:00) A.M. on Sundays. (Ord. O-25-2009, 10-5-2009) B.   Closing hours for the operation of a class AL license...premises and the locking of the doors shall not apply to bowling alleys, restaurants and hotels licensed as food dispensers nor to clubs, drugstores and delicatessen stores or holders of class B licenses who are also engaged in businesses other than the sale of alcoholic liquor. I.   All patrons and customers shall leave the premises not later than ten (10) minutes following the closing hours stipulated above, except in establishments which are full service restaurants in which the service
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Plano · 3.2.6.4

Class B-2 License

Summary

This section outlines the requirements for a Class B-2 liquor license in Plano, specifying that it allows retail sales of alcoholic liquors in original packages only, not for on-premises consumption. It also details specific conditions for premises eligibility, including being a gasoline service station that sells convenience items, and mandates the secure placement of liquor.

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Description: Class B-2 licenses shall authorize the licensee to sell at retail all kinds of alcoholic liquors in original packages only, not for consumption on the premises where sold. B.   License Fee and Number Issued: The annual license fee for Class B-2 licenses shall be as set forth in this chapter and the number of licenses issued and in effect at any given time shall be as specified in this chapter. C.   Premises: A Class B-2 license
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Blue Island · 113.189

License Number And Location Restrictions

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This section restricts the location of video gaming terminals by prohibiting them within 100 feet of schools or places of worship. It also refers to another chapter for limitations on the number of licenses available for licensed establishments.

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operated on any premises located within 100 feet of a school or a place or worship. (B)   The number, of video gaming licenses available for a licensed establishment, licensed fraternal establishment or licensed veterans establishment shall be restricted as specified in Chapter 111, Alcoholic Liquor, of this code of ordinances. (Ord. 2018-049, passed
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Antioch · 4.2C-10

Free Dispensation Prohibited

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This ordinance prohibits the free dispensation of alcoholic liquor to promote sales, with an exception for specific sampling or tasting activities allowed under a Class C license.

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person to give away or otherwise dispense free of charge within the village, by individual drink or in any other manner, any alcoholic liquor with the intent of promoting the sale of any alcoholic liquor, except sampling or tasting specifically allowed under a class C license
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Melrose Park · 5.12.160

Minors

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This section outlines penalties for minors misrepresenting their age to purchase alcohol and for parents/guardians doing the same. It also mandates that liquor establishments display a warning sign regarding these penalties.

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parent, guardian or any other person whoever knowingly wilfully and falsely represents to any licensed dealer or other person any minor to be of full legal age, for the purpose of inducing such licensed dealer or other person to sell or furnish any intoxicating liquor to the minor, is guilty of a misdemeanor, and upon conviction thereof shall be subject to a fine of not less than ten dollars ($10.00) nor more than five hundred dollars ($500.00) for each
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Dolton · 111.004

Application For License

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This section outlines the mandatory requirements for applying for any license issued under this chapter. It specifies the detailed information, including personal, business, and past licensing history, that applicants must provide under oath.

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Application for any license required by this chapter shall be made to the President, as Liquor Control Commissioner, in writing, under oath, stating: (A)   The name, age and address of the applicant in the case of an individual; if a partnership, the persons entitled to share in the profits thereof; and, if a corporation or an incorporated club, the corporate name, registered officer and agent, and the date of incorporation. A copy of the articles of incorporation shall also...naturalization; (C)   The character of business of the applicant; (D)   The length of time that the applicant has been in business of such character; (E)   The location and description of the premises which are to be operated under such licenses; (F)   A statement as to whether applicant has made similar application for a license required by this chapter for another location and the disposition of such application; (G)   A statement that applicant has never been convicted of a felony
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Woodridge · 3.3.9

License Fees

Summary

This section establishes a fee schedule for various liquor license classes in Woodridge, outlining initial and annual renewal fees, proration for late applications, and procedures for fee disposition upon approval, denial, or revocation.

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license fee paid shall be one-half ( 1 / 2 ) of the license fee provided for in subsection A of this section. C.   Disposition Of Fees: At the time application is made to the Local Liquor Control Commissioner for the original issuance or renewal of a license of any class, the applicant shall pay to the Village the fee provided in subsection A of this section for the class of license for which the application is filed. In the event
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Mount Prospect · 11.801

License Required

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This section mandates that any person, firm, or corporation must obtain a license from the Village of Mount Prospect before selling, giving away, or possessing with intent to distribute any tobacco and related products. It clarifies that tobacco products include traditional leaf products and electronic nicotine delivery systems.

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obtain a tobacco establishment license. Other establishments selling tobacco and related products as an accessory retail use shall obtain a tobacco sales license in conjunction with a valid Class I or Class II business license. Such establishments include but are not limited to gas stations, liquor stores, pharmacy stores, and grocery stores
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Glencoe · 32.17

Procedure When Taxicab Driver Is Guilty Of Drunk Driving, Reckless Driving, Etc

Summary

This section empowers the village manager to request taxicab license holders to dismiss drivers found guilty of drunk driving, speeding, or reckless driving. Failure to comply or if the guilty driver holds the license results in license revocation.

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request the holder of any taxicab license to discharge any taxicab driver in his or her employment who has been found guilty of operating his or her taxicab while under the influence of liquor or speeding or reckless driving. The holder of a taxicab license shall promptly comply with all such requests of the village manager and, in the event of his or her failure or refusal to do so, or in the event the guilty driver is the holder...taxicab license, his or her taxicab license shall be revoked by the village president. (1929 Code, § 501) (Ord. No. 1270) Cross-reference: As to driving under the influence of intoxicating liquor or narcotic drugs, see § 23-73 As to reckless driving generally
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Elgin · 6.06.055

Exterior sales permit

Summary

This ordinance establishes an exterior sales permit for alcoholic liquor sales in outdoor areas adjoining licensed establishments. It outlines distance restrictions from residential zones, with specific exceptions and grandfathering clauses for pre-existing areas.

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with a principal establishment for which there is a then-currently issued and valid Class A, A-1, AA, C, D, E, E-1, E-2, E-3, F, F-1, K or O license. Except as otherwise expressly authorized in this chapter, no alcoholic liquor may be sold, served or consumed in any exterior sales area without first obtaining a permit as provided herein. A. No exterior sales permit shall be issued to any licensee whose establishment is located...other matters, provided no fee shall be required for permits issued for exterior sales areas which are engaged in the regular service of food with alcoholic liquor and which have a total seating capacity of not more than twenty (20) or for sales in conjunction with a valid Class I license. C. Exterior sales permit issued to any licensee for an establishment located within the CC1 Center City Zoning District and east of the Fox River may include an exterior
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Lake Bluff · 3.2.13

Entry Powers Of Local Liquor Control Commissioner

Summary

This section grants the Local Liquor Control Commissioner the authority to enter licensed premises at any time, or authorize law enforcement officers to do so, to investigate potential violations of the Liquor Control Act or related rules and regulations.

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Local Liquor Control Commissioner hereby is given the power to enter or to authorize any law enforcement officer to enter at any time upon any premises licensed hereunder to determine whether any of the provisions of the Liquor Control Act, 235 Illinois Compiled Statutes, or any rules or regulations adopted by him or by the State Liquor Commission have been or are being violated and at such time to examine the premises of said licensee in connection therewith
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La Grange · 4.2.5

Public Possession or Consumption of Intoxicating Liquor

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This ordinance prohibits the consumption or sale/giving away of intoxicating liquors in public places such as streets, alleys, public ways, and parks within the Village. Exceptions are made for licensed premises and authorized events.

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unlawful for any person to Sell or give away intoxicating liquor on any street, alley, public way, park, or other public place within the Village. 4-2-5 does not apply to premises properly licensed by the Village or during Events as authorized by the Liquor Control Commissioner
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Mokena · 3.3.20

Entry Powers

Summary

This section grants the Local Liquor Control Commissioner and law enforcement officers the power to enter licensed premises at reasonable times to ensure compliance with liquor control laws and regulations. It further defines "reasonable times" to include normal business hours, operating hours, any time the business is found to be operating, or when customers are present.

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Local Liquor Control Commissioner is hereby given the power to enter or to authorize any law enforcing officer to enter, at reasonable times, upon any premises licensed hereunder to determine whether any of the provisions of the Liquor Control Act of 1934 1 , or any rules or regulations adopted by him or by the State Liquor Commission have been or are being violated, and at such time to examine the premises of said licensee in connection with the Illinois Liquor
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Orland Hills · 111.29

Posting License And Warning

Summary

This section requires alcoholic liquor licensees to prominently display their license on the premises. It also mandates a posted warning for customers about the penalties for underage drinking or misrepresenting age to purchase alcohol.

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Every licensee shall cause his license or licenses to be framed and hung in plain view in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises. (B)   In every place in the village where alcoholic liquor is sold, there shall be displayed at all times in a prominent place a printed warning which shall read substantially as follows: "WARNING - You are subject to a fine up to One Thousand Dollars ($1,000.00) under the ordinances of the Village of Orland Hills
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Hillside · 6.12

Entry powers of enforcement officers

Summary

This section grants the local liquor control commissioner the authority to enter licensed premises at any time, either personally or by authorizing law enforcement officers, to inspect for violations of the Liquor Control Act or related rules and regulations.

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local liquor control commissioner is hereby given the power to enter or to authorize any law enforcing officer to enter at any time upon any premises licensed hereunder to determine whether any of the provisions of the Liquor Control Act of 1934, 235 ILCS 5/1-1 et seq., or any rules or regulations adopted by him or by the state liquor commission have been or are being violated, and at such time to examine the premises of said licensee in connection
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Clarendon Hills · 33.28

Suspension And Revocation

Summary

This section outlines the process for the Commissioner of Clarendon Hills to revoke or suspend a liquor license. It details the requirements for a public hearing, the timeline for recommendations and decisions, and the notification process for licensees.

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Authority Of Commissioner: The commissioner may in accord with the provisions of the Illinois liquor control act of 1934, as amended, revoke or suspend any license issued hereunder if the commissioner determines that the licensee has violated any of the provisions of said act, this chapter or any other valid ordinance or resolution enacted by the village board of trustees, or any applicable rule established by the commissioner or by the Illinois liquor control commission which is not inconsistent with...Public Hearing: Except as provided in subsection 33.3B(5) of this chapter, no license shall be so revoked or suspended, and no licensee shall be fined as authorized by section 33.29 of this chapter, except after a public hearing conducted by the local liquor commission at the direction of the commissioner with a three (3) day written notice to the licensee affording the licensee an opportunity to appear and defend. All such hearings shall be open to the public
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Hillside · 6.5

Consumption beyond interior of licensed premises

Summary

This section prohibits dram shop owners, managers, or agents from allowing individuals to take open containers of alcoholic beverages outside the licensed premises. Licensees are required to post signs notifying patrons of this prohibition.

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allow any person to carry any open bottle, can or glass, containing alcoholic beverages, beyond the interior of such licensed premises. It shall be the duty of the licensee to post conspicuously upon the licensed premises such signs as may be required by the local liquor control commissioner giving notice of the prohibition contained in this section. (Code
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Kildeer · 3.3.3

License Required

Summary

This section prohibits any person from engaging in various activities related to alcoholic liquor for beverage purposes at retail without obtaining a license from the village board.

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person shall sell, barter, transport, deliver, solicit or receive orders for, keep or expose for sale, keep with intent to sell, or furnish any alcoholic liquor for beverage purposes for sale at retail without being first licensed to do so by the village board
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New Lenox · 6.24

License fees and number of licenses

Summary

This section outlines the annual license fees for various classes of standard and special licenses in New Lenox. It also specifies fees for changes in location, license class, and temporary licenses.

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Class D2 (Restaurant - Full Liquor - Entertainment) .....2,000.00 Class D3 (Microbrewery) .....2,000.00 Class D4 (Microbrewery - Entertainment) .....2,500.00 Class D5 (Winery) .....2,000.00 Class D6 (Winery - Entertainment) .....2,500.00 Class E (Hotel) .....2,500.00 Class E1 (Hotel - Package) .....3,000.00 Class F (Rental Hall) .....2,500.00 Class G (Club, Civic, Governmental) .....750.00 Class H (Theatre or Cinema) .....2,000.00 Class I (Bowling Alley) .....2,000.00 Class SF (Sports Field) .....0.00 Special Licenses License Fee Class BG (Beer Garden) Supplemental...pecuniary-profit organizations for any combination of licenses shall not exceed $1,500.00, excluding SE (special event) licenses. (c) No rebate of any fee shall be made to any licensee. (d) The number of licenses shall be as set forth in the office of the liquor control commissioner
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Arlington Heights · Section 13.303

Loss of License for Business Closing

Summary

This section allows the Local Liquor Commissioner to initiate a hearing and potentially revoke a business license if the licensed premises remain closed for 30 consecutive days, regardless of the reason for closure.

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premises described in the application and license remains closed for 30 consecutive days for any reason, the Local Liquor Commissioner may conduct a hearing after notice for the purpose of determining whether the license should be revoked
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