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Wheeling · 1.26.010

Schedule of village fees and charges

Summary

This section outlines the schedule of fees and charges for various village services in Wheeling. It details costs for business licenses, additional services, temporary licenses, and specific licenses like amusement and emergency medical transportation.

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Service re-established any other time than above 163.25 (f) NSF checks — $25.00 (does not adjust annually) 25.00 13.08.030 Sewer connection charge Residential — Single family (per dwelling unit) 734.25 Residential — Multiple family (per dwelling unit) 1,305.25 Non residential — Accessory structure 1,318.75 Non residential — 4 inch sewer 9,788.25 Non residential — 6 inch sewer 24,470.75 Non residential — Per inch over 6 inches (plus 6" rate) 3,262.75 13.08.080 Schedule of fees for sewer (d) Sewer rate...building permits Fee per lineal foot of property frontage 6.75 New construction permit Fee per $1,000.00 of valuation up to $250,000.00 9.00 Fee per $1,000.00 of valuation over $250,000.00 8.25 Minimum charge 179.50 Construction of accessory structures: Detached garage 147.00 Detached garage — Electric charge 57.25 Sheds 57.25 Decks, porches — Fee per square foot 0.50 Decks, porches — Electric charge 57.25 Temporary structures (such as trailers): 57.25 Temporary structures — Electric charge 57.25 Tents or trailers for special events

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Wilmette · 30.2.4

Definitions

Summary

This section of the Wilmette municipal ordinance provides definitions for various terms used throughout the code, particularly those related to land use, building structures, and residential types.

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Abut. To share a common lot line or zoning district boundary, without being separated by a street or alley. Accessibility ramp. A ramp, exterior lift or similar structure that provides wheelchair or similar access to a building. Accessory living unit. A subordinate dwelling unit created wholly within an existing detached single-family dwelling unit that provides basic requirements for living, sleeping, eating, cooking and sanitation, while the building maintains the appearance of a single-family home. Accessory structure. A structure...between an intersecting street and railroad right-of-way or waterway. Boarder. A person who rents lodging within part of a dwelling occupied by the person to whom the payments are made, with a minimum rental period of one (1) month. Boat. Any device used or intended to be used for navigation on water. Boat house. A detached accessory structure on a property that is contiguous to Lake Michigan designed to provide enclosed storage of boats and related equipment. Bowling

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Wood Dale · 17.306

Home Based Businesses

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This section outlines the purpose and operational standards for home-based businesses in Wood Dale, aiming to ensure compatibility with residential neighborhoods by limiting employees, operational area, and exterior evidence of the business.

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Purpose. Home based businesses are accessory to principal residential uses and a necessary and desirable part of the City. The regulations in this Section (17.306) seek to avoid deleterious effects of such activities on the value, use and enjoyment of adjoining property and the overall neighborhood by: 1. Ensuring compatibility of home-based businesses with nearly residences; 2. Maintaining and preserving neighborhood character; 3. Promoting the efficient use of public services and facilities so to be in keeping with those...used for employees to congregate, park vehicles, or transfer vehicles in order to conduct business at a different location. 3. Area Limitation: No more than twenty five percent (25%) of the area of the principal dwelling unit and any accessory structures shall be devoted to the home based business. 4. Exterior Appearance: There shall be no activity, structure, signs, or other exterior evidence that the dwelling unit is being used for any nonresidential purpose in order to conduct the home

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East Hazel Crest · 6.22

CABO One and Two Family Dwelling Code—Adopted

Summary

This section adopts the CABO One and Two Family Dwelling Code, 1983 Edition, as the village's code for the construction and use of detached one- and two-family dwellings. It incorporates the code by reference, including any amendments and supplements.

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into effect from time to time, is hereby adopted as the one- and two-family dwelling code of the village for the fabrication, erection, construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, location and use of detached one- and two-family dwellings, their appurtenances and accessory structures. Each and all of the regulations, provisions, penalties, conditions and terms of the building code adopted in this section are hereby referred to, adopted and made a part hereof, as if fully set out in this section

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Lombard · 155.210

Accessory uses, activities, buildings, and structures

Summary

This section outlines general requirements for accessory buildings, structures, and uses in Lombard, covering regulations on construction timing, yard placement, and height restrictions.

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commercial uses including restaurants, drugstores, retail food shops, valet services, beauty and barber shops, and physical fitness or health facilities shall be permitted within apartment buildings provided that: (a) The apartment building must contain 50 or more dwelling units; (b) The accessory uses must be accessible to the public only through the lobby of the building; and (c) No advertising or display related to the accessory use shall be visible from outside the building. (3) Accessory uses within office buildings...lighting or glare is cast upon adjacent residential property. (9) Garage sales. Garage sales shall be permitted as an accessory use in the R0, R1, R2, and R3 Districts under the following conditions: (a) Garage sales shall be limited to the sale of used household or personal articles. (b) The host of the garage sale shall reside in the dwelling at which the sale occurs. (c) The duration of the sale shall be limited to not more than three consecutive

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Green Oaks · 8.2.2

Definitions

Summary

This section provides definitions for various terms used within the Green Oaks zoning ordinance, including measurements for land (ACRE), agricultural activities (AGRICULTURE), specific business operations (AMBULANCE SERVICE, PRIVATE; ASPHALT RECYCLING USES, LARGE SCALE), and structural elements (BASEMENT; BUILDING; BUILDING, ACCESSORY).

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AMBULANCE SERVICE, PRIVATE: A facility, operated by a company licensed by the Illinois Department of Public Health to provide ambulance services, for non-emergency ambulance dispatch services, the indoor storage of ambulances and associated supplies, employee training facilities, non-dwelling employee resting areas, and associated company administrative services. ASPHALT RECYCLING USES, LARGE SCALE: Uses that manufacture asphaltic pavement with the principal material component consisting of reclaimed asphaltic pavement and aggregate occurring on a property in excess of five (5) acres...those spaces within a building which are defined as a habitable area in accord with the building code of the village of Green Oaks 1 . HOME OCCUPATION: Any use or gainful occupation conducted entirely indoors within a dwelling and any normal accessory building which is a part of that building and carried on solely by the inhabitants thereof, which use is clearly incidental and secondary to the use of the dwelling for dwelling purposes and does not change the character

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Wilmington · 150.30

Definitions

Summary

This section provides definitions for terms used throughout the Wilmington municipal chapter. It establishes the meaning of words and phrases to ensure consistent interpretation and application of the ordinance.

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motor oil, lubricants, or grease, for operation of motor vehicles, are retailed directly to the public on the premises including the sale of minor accessories and the servicing and minor repair of automobiles. "Basement." That portion of a building which is partly or entirely below grade. "Bed and breakfast." An owner-occupied dwelling unit having not more than five bedrooms used to provide transient lodging accommodations to the public as a commercial use. "Bedroom." The term includes any room used...commercial or public nature are prohibited. "Garage, service." (See "Automobile repair facility.") "Grade." The average level of the finished surface of the ground adjacent to the exterior walls of the building or structure. "Home occupation." An accessory use of a dwelling unit which is utilized for gainful employment involving the manufacture, provision or sale of commodities and/or services by a member of the family who is residing in the dwelling unit in which the home occupation is being conducted. Such

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Elgin · 16.36.010

Adopted; exceptions

Summary

This section adopts the International Residential Code 2021 as the official one- and two-family dwelling code for the City of Elgin. It regulates the construction, alteration, and use of these dwelling types.

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hereby adopted as and shall be known as the one- and two-family dwelling code of the City of Elgin for regulating the fabrication, erection, construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, location and use of one- and two-family dwellings, their appurtenances and accessory structures; and each and all of the regulations, provisions, penalties, conditions and terms of said International Residential Code 2021 are hereby referred to, adopted, and made a part thereof, as if fully set out in this chapter, with

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Elgin · 19.90.015

Definitions and regulations

Summary

This section provides definitions for various terms used within the chapter, including 'Accessory,' 'Adaptive reuse,' and 'Adult arcade.' It specifies how accessory uses, structures, and buildings relate to principal uses within zoning lot regulations.

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dwelling. See Dwelling, two (2) family. Unified control means the combination of two (2) or more tracts of land, such that each owner has agreed or has been required to develop the individual tracts of land subject to the provisions of this title as a single zoning lot [SR]. Uniformity ratio means the average level of illumination in relation to the lowest level of illumination for a given area. Upper floor apartment dwelling. See Dwelling, upper floor apartment. Use, accessory...dwelling unit [SR] shall be created on the zoning lot [SR] in which the nonconforming use of land is located, and the nonconforming use of land shall otherwise comply with chapter 19.45 and all other applicable sections of this title. Use, original residential, means the initial use of a zoning lot [SR] for the purpose of a dwelling [SR], as such initial dwelling was originally designed and intended, encompassing any lawfully established single-family dwellings [SR], two (2) family dwellings

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Arlington Heights · Section 28.6

General Provisions

Summary

This section outlines the general principles for interpreting and applying the zoning regulations, establishing them as minimum standards for public welfare. It clarifies that more restrictive regulations govern when conflicts arise with other codes or private agreements, and mandates that all new or altered buildings and uses comply with current zoning district regulations, with a grandfathering clause for permits issued before January 1, 2003.

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height of 15 feet above grade; except that no tree house may be taller than the highest point of structure and in no case shall a tree house be taller than 15 feet. 6.5-7 Maximum Size of Accessory Structures. a. Detached Garage: 720 square feet. 1. Floor area in excess of 400 square feet shall be included in the maximum floor area ratio. 2. Floor Area Bonus for Detached Garages. In determining the floor area ratio for lots having...held at the end of such 18-month period shall be returned by the Village to the developer, or paid to the order of the depositor, without interest. 6.16 Home Occupation. 6.16-1 Home Occupation. An accessory use of a dwelling unit carried on by members of the immediate family residing on the premises. The use is clearly incidental and secondary to the use of the dwelling unit for residential purposes and does not change the character of the residence

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Niles · 2.3

DEFINITION OF GENERAL TERMS

Summary

This section provides definitions for general terms used within the Niles municipal ordinance, particularly related to zoning. It clarifies the meaning of terms such as 'abut', 'access', 'accessory structure', and 'architectural feature'.

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flowers or other tender plants. Gross Floor Area (GFA). Defined in Section 2.4. Hedge. A row of closely planted shrubs, bushes, or other plants forming a boundary. Home Occupation. Any occupation or profession conducted within a dwelling unit and/or permitted accessory structures that is incidental and secondary to the principal residential use. Impervious Surface Coverage (ISR). Defined in Section 2.4. Intensity of Use. Square feet of gross floor area, number of dwelling units, number of employees, or other factor used...Section 2.4. Setback, Reverse Corner Side. Defined in Section 2.4. Shed. An accessory structure, often purchased pre-built or as a kit in pre-fabricated sections, that is not designed to be served by heat or plumbing and does not need to be placed on a permanent foundation. A shed is typically intended to store lawn, garden, or recreational equipment. Single-room occupancy building. Any dwelling or part thereof designed or used primarily for single-room occupancy, containing five

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West Dundee · 10.4.4

Home Occupations

Summary

This section permits home occupations in residential districts, subject to strict limitations on employees, structural alterations, and operational aspects like floor area and stock display. It aims to ensure home occupations remain incidental to the primary residential use.

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beyond that customarily required for residential use. b. No separate entrance shall be provided in connection with the conduct of any home occupation. 3. Operational Limitations: a. Every home occupation shall be conducted wholly within a principal dwelling unit or enclosed accessory use; provided, however, that this subsection shall not apply to a daycare home operated as a home occupation. b. The business conducted shall be incidental and secondary to the use of such dwelling unit as a dwelling unit

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Shorewood · 10.2.1

Rules Of Word Construction; Definitions

Summary

This section establishes rules for interpreting the ordinance's language, including tense, number, and the mandatory or permissive nature of terms. It then provides definitions for various terms related to zoning, including accessory structures and uses, and adult-use cannabis establishments.

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general repair, engine rebuilding, reconditioning, collision service, painting of motor vehicles and other such motor vehicle repairs. AUTOMOBILE SERVICE STATION: A building, structure or portion thereof used for the sale and installation of tires, batteries and other minor accessories and services to motor vehicles, but not including general motor vehicle repairs, engine rebuilding, reconditioning, collision service, painting and other motor vehicle repairs and also not including truck stop/travel plaza. A truck stop/travel plaza consists of a diesel fueling operation with...Where no sidewalk level has been established, the height of a building or structure may be measured from the mean elevation of the finished lot grade at the front of the building or structure. HOME OCCUPATION: An accessory use of a dwelling unit which is utilized for gainful employment involving the manufacture, provision or sale of commodities and/or services by a member of the family who is residing in the dwelling unit in which the home occupation is being conducted

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Naperville · 6.1.6

DEFINITIONS

Summary

This section establishes general rules for interpreting ordinance language and provides definitions for various terms used within the Zoning Title, including common terms related to buildings, structures, and uses.

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permanent makeup); and 4) providing nail care services, such as manicures, pedicures, and nail extensions. Spa services may be provided as additional and secondary services, including body art subject to the condition that said body art services shall be accessory to the primary use of the facility as a beauty shop/salon and that the area in which the body art services are provided shall not exceed twenty-five percent (25%) of the gross floor area of the beauty shop/salon...mean level of the underside of the rafters between the eaves and the ridge of a gable, hip or gambrel roof. When determining front yard line, variances shall not be considered. HOME OCCUPATION: An accessory use of a dwelling unit which is utilized for gainful employment involving the manufacture, provision or sale of commodities and/or services by a member of the family who is residing in the dwelling unit in which the home occupation is being conducted. HOSPITAL: A building

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South Barrington · 10.16.5

Definition Of Words And Terms

Summary

This section provides definitions for various terms used within the South Barrington zoning ordinance. It clarifies the meaning of words like 'abutting', 'accessory structure', 'accessory use', and 'arterial street' to ensure consistent interpretation and application of the ordinance.

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mode, warmer water is returned to the surface water body. Note: Open loop systems are prohibited in the village. GROUP LIVING: See Section 10-5-3B. HEIGHT, BUILDING: See Section 10-15-8. HOME OCCUPATION: An accessory use of a dwelling for limited commercial purposes. Home occupations are subject to the regulations of Section 10-6-7. HOSPITAL: See Section 10-5-4B. HOUSE, DETACHED: A principal building that contains only one principal dwelling unit and that...other than an accessory structure, in which the principal use of the lot is conducted. SWIMMING POOL, PRIVATE RESIDENTIAL: A receptacle for water, or an artificial pool of water having a depth at any point of two feet (2') or more, intended for the purpose of immersion or partial immersion therein of human beings, and including all appurtenant equipment, constructed, installed, and maintained in or above the ground outside of a building used as a dwelling unit, provided, that such

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Morton Grove · 12.11.2

General Provisions

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This section outlines the general provisions for landscaping and tree preservation requirements in Morton Grove, specifying which properties and projects require review and detailing the review process involving the building commissioner and appearance review commission.

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areas and other general development features and models to be offered for sale; Municipal and other public facilities and lands; Construction, reconstruction, and expansion in floor area fronting on a street of one- and two-family residential dwellings, not including detached accessory structures. Landscape and tree preservation plans are to be reviewed by the appearance review commission, and an appearance certificate by the commission granted, prior to the issuance of a building permit. For one- and two-family residential dwellings

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Elwood · 162.139

Nonconforming Lots Of Record

Summary

This section allows for the erection of a single-family dwelling and accessory buildings on a nonconforming lot of record if specific conditions related to land coverage, height, and yard setbacks are met. It also defines an undivided parcel for lots with continuous frontage in single ownership that do not meet lot width and area requirements, prohibiting new structures or divisions that would not comply with chapter requirements.

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Notwithstanding anything to contrary herein, a single-family dwelling and any attendant accessory buildings authorized in this chapter may be erected on any single lot of record at the effective date of this chapter, provided the following conditions are satisfied: (1) The nonconforming lot must be located within a zoning district which allows single-family dwellings as permitted uses; (2) Land coverage must not exceed 30%; (3) Height of the structure may not exceed two and one-half stories

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Midlothian · 11.11.2

Accessory Buildings, Structures And Uses

Summary

This section outlines regulations for accessory buildings and structures in Midlothian, covering requirements for construction, location, size, height, setbacks, and prohibiting occupancy as a dwelling unit. It also begins to address porches, decks, terraces, and patios.

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minimum of ten feet (10') from any principal building on any lot and a minimum of five feet (5') from all other buildings on the zoning lot or abutting properties. 10. Occupancy Prohibited: Occupancy of any accessory building as a dwelling unit is prohibited. (B) Porches, Decks, Terraces And Patios: 1. Decks, terraces and patios are permitted in the front or corner side yard if they meet the front or corner side yard setback requirement for principal buildings

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Evanston · 6.5.2

DEFINITION

Summary

This section defines a 'home occupation' as an accessory use within a dwelling unit for gainful employment. It specifies that the use must be incidental to the residential purpose and excludes any use that provides lodging to non-family members.

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home occupation is an accessory use of a dwelling unit that is: (A) Used for gainful employment that involves the provision, assembly, processing or sale of goods and/or services; and (B) Incidental and secondary to the residential use of the structure and does not change the essential residential character of the dwelling unit; but (C) Excludes uses that provide shelter or lodging to persons who are not members of the family residing in the dwelling unit as defined in Chapter

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Berkeley · 12.6.2

Bulk, Space And Yard Requirements

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This section establishes bulk, space, and yard requirements for residential districts R-2, R-3, and R-4 in Berkeley, covering height, lot area and dimensions, density, yards, floor area ratio, and lot coverage. Specific requirements vary by zoning district and use type.

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article C of this chapter 5. Lot feet width (residential) 50 50 See article C of this chapter 6. Lot feet width (nonresidential) 100 100 See article C of this chapter C. Lot Density Per Acre: 1. Dwelling units per acre 7.3 n/a See article C of this chapter 2. Nonresidential units per acre n/a n/a See article C of this chapter D. Yards, Depths And Widths (R-2g): 1. Front feet depth...village fire inspector. (2005 Zoning Code; amd. Ord. 11-35, 11-15-2011) R-3 District Notes: (R-3a) R-3 requirements pertain to residential buildings containing two-family detached or 2 single- family attached dwellings, together with its accessory buildings. (2005 Zoning Code

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Franklin Park · 4.6E-5

Penalty

Summary

This section establishes penalties for violations of short-term rental regulations, imposing a daily fine of at least $100 and up to $750 for each day a violation occurs or continues. It clarifies that these penalties are minimum standards and are in addition to other applicable village ordinances.

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shall, upon conviction, be fined in an amount not less than one hundred dollars ($100.00) per day, nor more than seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00) per day. Unless exempted by this article, each day a residential building, dwelling unit, or any accessory building, or part thereof, is offered for rent as a short term rental unit; is leased, rented, hired out, licensed, or let as a short term rental unit; or is occupied as a short term rental unit shall

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Orland Hills · 150.022

Permit Required; Application

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This section requires a building permit for construction or significant alterations costing over $100, with specific requirements for plans and specifications signed by a registered architect or engineer for projects over $10,000. It also mandates a certified grading plan and a statement prior to occupancy.

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progress and shall be attached to the building or some other structure at all times. ('65 Code, Ch. 21, Art. I, § 1) (B) (1) No building permit shall be issued, except for single-family detached dwellings and their related accessory structures and other construction with a cost of construction above $10,000, unless the plans and specifications accompanying such permit are signed and sealed. This signature and seal must be made by either an Illinois Registered Architect or Structural Engineer

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Summit · 11.20.12

Definition Of Words And Terms Beginning With "H"

Summary

This section defines various terms beginning with the letter 'H' within the zoning domain. It provides definitions for 'Home Occupation', 'Hoop House', 'Hospital', and different types of residential structures including 'Attached House', 'Detached House', and 'Two-unit House'. It also cross-references other sections for definitions of 'Height, Building' and 'Household Living'.

Section Text

Height, Building: See 11-19-14. Home Occupation: An accessory use of a dwelling for limited commercial purposes. Home occupations are subject to the regulations of 11-9-5. Hoop House: A temporary or permanent structure typically made of flexible pipe or other material covered with translucent plastic, constructed in a “half-round” or “hoop” shape, for the purposes of protecting and cultivating plants. A hoop house is considered more temporary than a greenhouse. See Figure 20-8. Figure

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Blue Island · 100.99

Penalty

Summary

This section establishes penalties for violations of the Short Term Rental Units chapter, imposing a daily fine of $100 to $750 for each day a violation occurs or continues. It clarifies that these regulations are minimum standards and do not preclude other applicable city ordinances.

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person violating any provision of this chapter shall, upon conviction, be fined in an amount not less than $100 per day, nor more than $750 per day. Unless exempted by this chapter, each day a residential building, dwelling unit, or any accessory building. or part thereof, is offered for rent as a short-term rental unit; is leased, rented, hired out, licensed, or let as a short-term rental unit; or is occupied as a short term rental unit shall

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Dolton · 158.121

Design, Development And Maintenance

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This section establishes minimum dimensions for off-street parking spaces and aisles, outlines how to calculate the number of required spaces, and specifies rules for open vs. enclosed parking, access to streets, signage in residential districts, and setback requirements for parking areas.

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requirement of a fractional space, any fraction up to and including one-half shall be interpreted as one parking space. (C) Open and enclosed spaces. Parking areas may be open or enclosed; except that, when parking facilities accessory to a multiple dwelling are located in a residential or B-1 or B-2 District elsewhere than on the same zoning lot with the principal use served, such parking facilities shall be open to the sky. (D) Access to streets. Parking

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