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Westchester · 5.36.150

License—Transfer and renewal

This section outlines the non-transferable and personal nature of liquor licenses, their limited duration, and provisions for renewal. It also addresses the continuation of a business by executors or administrators upon the licensee's death or insolvency.

licensee, when such estate consists in part of alcoholic liquor, may continue the business of the sale of alcoholic liquor under order of the appropriate court, and may exercise the privileges of the deceased or insolvent or bankrupt licensee for a period of six months after the death, bankruptcy or insolvency of such licensee or until the expiration of said license, whichever is shorter. A refund shall be made of that portion of the license fees paid for any period
Business & Licensing
Country Club Hills · 6.6.18

Applicability of Administrative Adjudication Procedures

This section establishes that most City Code violations can be handled through administrative adjudication hearings, and grants the Code Hearing Department authority to enforce actions typically handled by other departments. However, it explicitly excludes the Liquor Commissioner, pension funds, and certain boards from this administrative adjudication process.

provision of the ordinances of the City or the City Code, any enforcement action, including but not limited to license or permit suspension or revocation, which may be exercised by another department of the City may also be exercised by the Code Hearing Department as provided in this Article. C. Nothing in this Article shall affect the jurisdiction of the Liquor Commissioner, Firefighter's Pension Fund, the Police Pension Fund, the Zoning Board of Appeals, or the Board of Fire
Administration & Government
Skokie · 2.1082

Applicability of administrative adjudication procedures

This section establishes that most Village ordinances can be enforced through administrative adjudication hearings by the Code Hearing Department. It also grants the Code Hearing Department the authority to exercise enforcement actions typically handled by other Village departments, with specific exceptions.

other provision of the ordinances of the Village or this Code, any enforcement action, including but not limited to license or permit suspension or revocation, which may be exercised by another department of the Village may also be exercised by the Code Hearing Department as provided in this article. (c) Nothing in this article shall affect the jurisdiction of the Liquor Commissioner, the Human Relations Commission, the Firefighters' Pension Fund, the Police Pension Fund, the Zoning Board of Appeals
Administration & Government
Chicago · 4.360.190

General Applicability Of Municipal Code.

This section clarifies that the Vendor Licensing and Regulation at Navy Pier chapter does not govern businesses with fixed sites in permanent buildings on Navy Pier, nor does it govern food preparation/service or alcoholic liquor sales, which are addressed by other specific chapters. It also states that other Municipal Code provisions generally apply.

food are governed by Chapter 4-8. Nothing in this chapter governs or affects the sale of alcoholic liquor on Navy Pier; such sales are governed by Chapter 4-60 of this Code. Except as specifically set forth, nothing in this chapter alters or diminishes the applicability of any provision of the Municipal Code of Chicago to the activities licensed under this chapter. (Added Coun. J. 5-17-95, p. 1277; Amend Coun. J. 6-14-95, p. 3087; Amend
Business & Licensing
Olympia Fields · 2.420

Applicability of administrative adjudication procedures

This section establishes that most Village Code and ordinance violations can be handled through administrative adjudication hearings, and grants the code hearing department enforcement powers previously held by other village departments, with specific exceptions.

Notwithstanding any other provision of the Village Code or ordinances, any enforcement action, including but not limited to license or permit suspension or revocation, which may be exercised by another department of the village may also be exercised by the code hearing department as provided in this article. (c) Nothing in this article shall affect the jurisdiction of the liquor commissioner, the police pension fund, the zoning board of appeals, the public safety committee, the community relations commission, the fair
Administration & Government
Joliet · 4.62

Service of process

This section outlines the methods for serving official notices, orders, or processes related to liquor licensing in Joliet. It specifies service by first-class mail for general notices and by the Illinois Administrative Procedure Act for appealable orders, and allows for service on a resident manager.

licensee or applicant at the location of the licensed premises or the mailing address contained in the license application. Service shall be complete on the fourth day following mailing and may be proven in any manner allowed by law. (b) Citations alleging a violation of this chapter and orders entered by the commissioner which are appealable to the Illinois Liquor Control Commission shall be served on a licensee or applicant in the manner permitted under section
Administration & Government
Burbank · 8.891

Video gaming establishment fee

This ordinance establishes an annual license fee of $1,000.00 for video gaming establishments, to be paid by the terminal operator. The fee may be prorated in the first year of operation.

cost of which shall be paid by the licensed terminal operator. The owner of a licensed video gaming establishment shall not be required to pay the annual video gaming establishment fees for the current year or balance of the current year, provided such annual video gaming establishment fee for the current year was fully paid. The local liquor control commissioner may allow for the proration of the video gaming establishment fee during the first year of operation
Business & Licensing
East Dundee · 116.32

Evidence Of Age And Identity; Reliance Upon

This section outlines acceptable forms of identification for verifying age and identity in regulated transactions, and establishes an affirmative defense for licensees and employees who reasonably rely on such evidence, provided the evidence was not known to be false or fraudulent. It also protects employees from disciplinary action under similar circumstances.

defense in any criminal prosecution therefor or to any proceedings for the suspension or revocation of any license based thereon. It shall not, however, be an affirmative defense if the agent or employee accepted the written evidence knowing it to be false or fraudulent. (B)   However, no agent or employee of the licensee shall be disciplined or discharged for selling or furnishing liquor...person under 21 years of age if the agent or employee demanded and was shown, before furnishing liquor to a person under 21 years of age, adequate written evidence of age and identity of the person issued by a federal, state, county or municipal government or subdivision or agency thereof, including but not limited to a motor vehicle operator’s license, a registration certificate issued under the Federal Selective Service Act or an identification card issued to a member
Business & Licensing
Montgomery · 3.40

Regulations

This section outlines regulations for alcoholic beverage licensees in Montgomery, focusing on maintaining a quiet and respectable business environment, prohibiting service to intoxicated individuals and solicitation, requiring reporting of disturbances, and specifying standards for employee attire and conduct.

give or deliver any alcoholic liquor or intoxicating beverages to a person under the influence of intoxicating liquor. Soliciting of drinks or prostitution is prohibited. (c) Every licensee shall immediately report to the city police any act by a person or patron rendering himself objectionable, causing undue noise or disturbance, breach of peace or unlawful conduct. (d) No person licensed under the provisions hereof shall make or allow any loud or boisterous talking or obscene or profane language, quarreling, singing...retail sale of alcoholic liquor any person who is afflicted with or who is a carrier of any contagious, infectious or venereal disease. (k) It shall be unlawful for any licensee to suffer or permit any species of card games or gambling in his premises or any part thereof or any places adjacent thereto under his control. (l) It shall be unlawful for any licensee to suffer or permit the following conduct on licensed premises: (1) Performance of acts
Business & Licensing
Sandwich · 6.13

Extension of credit

This section prohibits retailers from accepting money, credit, or anything of value from manufacturers or distributors of alcoholic liquor, with an exception for merchandising credit up to 30 days. It also prohibits manufacturers and distributors from extending such credit or gifts to retailers, with exceptions for promotional materials provided to government-owned facilities hosting public events.

unlawful for any person having a retailer's license or any officer, associate, member, representative or agent of such licensee to accept, receive or borrow money, or anything else of value, or accept or receive credit (other than merchandising credit in the ordinary course of business for a period not to exceed 30 days) directly or indirectly from any manufacturer, importing distributor or distributor of alcoholic liquor, or from any person connected with or in any way representing, or from...held at such facility. A unit of government owning or operating such a facility holding a retailer's license may accept such promotional devices or materials designed primarily to promote public events held at the facility. (c) No retail licensee delinquent beyond the 30-day period specified in this section shall solicit, accept or receive credit, purchase or acquire alcoholic liquors, directly or indirectly, from any other licensee, and no manufacturer, distributor or importing distributor shall knowingly grant or extend
Business & Licensing
Evergreen Park · 11.611.1

Video Gaming Establishment Fee

This section establishes an annual license fee of $1,000.00 for video gaming establishments. It also outlines an exemption for new owners under a probationary license and allows for fee proration by the Local Liquor Control Commissioner.

licensed video gaming establishment who has applied for an available 6-month probationary video gaming establishment license shall not be required to pay the annual fees provided for in this Section for the current year or balance of the current year provided such annual fees for the current year were fully paid by the prior licensee. The Local Liquor Control Commissioner may allow for the proration of the video gaming establishment fee during the first year of operation
Business & Licensing
Skokie · 10.6

Purchase or acceptance of gift of alcoholic liquor by underage person; identification cards; warnings

This ordinance prohibits underage persons from accepting gifts or deliveries of alcoholic liquor. It also requires licensees to demand photo identification before selling or delivering alcohol and prohibits sales if the recipient is underage or using a false ID. The section also addresses the use of fraudulent identification and mandates the display of warnings in establishments selling alcohol.

county, or municipal government or subdivision or agency thereof, including, but not limited to, a motor vehicle operations license or identification card issued to a member of the Armed Services. (c) No sale. If a licensee, or any officer, associate, member, representative, agent or employee of such licensee, believes or has reason to believe that the ultimate recipient of alcoholic liquor to be purchased is of insufficient age or is using a forged or false identification card
Business & Licensing
Dolton · 111.021

Notices; Signage

This section requires all licensees in Dolton to prominently display a framed card that warns patrons about the penalties for underage drinking and purchasing alcohol for minors. The card must inform individuals under 21 that they face fines up to $750 if they purchase or consume alcohol on the premises.

printed card approximately eight inches by ten inches to be framed and displayed at all times on the licensed premises in a conspicuous location, prominently visible to all patrons, and shall read substantially as follows: UNDERAGE DRINKING If you are under 21, you are subject to a mandatory fine of up to $750 if you purchase and/or consume any alcoholic liquor on these premises. If you buy for or deliver an alcoholic beverage to an underage person, you will
General Provisions
Homewood · 4.101

Issuance; annual fee; display; authority of village board to vary requirements

This section outlines the process for obtaining an outdoor sales permit for businesses with on-premises consumption licenses. It details the application, fee, display requirements, and the authority of the village board to modify these rules.

application and payment of an investigation and processing fee, the holder of a license permitting on-premises consumption may be issued an outdoor sales permit, by the village board. (b) The outdoor sales permit shall be prominently displayed in the outdoor sales area and shall be subject to suspension or revocation by the local liquor commissioner in accordance with law. (c) At the time of issuance or renewal of an outdoor sales permit, the village board may waive
Business & Licensing
Melrose Park · 8.04.140

License—Suspension and revocation

This section outlines the grounds and procedures for suspending or revoking ambulance licenses in Melrose Park. The Comptroller has the authority to suspend licenses for non-compliance with chapter provisions, regulations, or related health, sanitation, and safety laws. Revocation can be recommended by the Comptroller to the President for issues such as fraudulent applications, licensee unfitness, criminal convictions, or failure to comply within a set timeframe.

infirmity of body or mind, or because of addiction to the use of drugs or intoxicating liquors, or if convicted of a felony or any criminal offense involving moral turpitude, or is found not to be in compliance with the requirements of this code within the time set for such compliance, then comptroller may recommend to the president that license shall be revoked and the president, in his or her discretion, may revoke such license. (Prior code
Health & Sanitation
Sugar Grove · 5.2.6.1

Sale, Gift Or Delivery To Minors

This section prohibits the sale, gift, or delivery of alcoholic liquor to individuals under 21 years old, intoxicated persons, or those with known legal disabilities. It also requires licensees to verify age and identity, and outlines an affirmative defense for good-faith reliance on presented identification.

defense in any criminal prosecution therefor or to any proceedings for the suspension or revocation of any license based thereon. It shall not, however, be an affirmative defense if the agent or employee accepted the written evidence knowing it to be false or fraudulent. 3.   However, no agent or employee of the licensee shall be disciplined or discharged for selling or furnishing liquor to a person under twenty one (21) years of age if the agent or employee demanded...shown, before furnishing liquor to a person under twenty one (21) years of age, adequate written evidence of age and identity of the person issued by a Federal, state, county or municipal government, or subdivision or agency thereof, including but not limited to a motor vehicle operator's license, a registration certificate issued under the Federal Selective Service Act, or an identification card issued to a member of the armed forces. This subsection, however, shall not apply if the agent
Public Safety & Law Enforcement
Cary · 5.24.130

Restrictions of licenses

This section outlines various restrictions and disqualifications for obtaining a license for coin-operated amusement devices in Cary. It specifies criteria related to character, criminal convictions, prior license revocations, business structure, and conflicts of interest for individuals and entities.

license; H. A corporation, if any officer, manager or director thereof, or any stockholder or stockholder owning in the aggregate more than five percent (5%) of the stock of such corporation would not be eligible to receive a license hereunder for any reason; I. A corporation unless it is incorporated in Illinois, or unless it is a foreign corporation which is qualified under the Illinois Business Corporation Act (805 ILCS 5/1.01 et seq.) to transact business in Illinois...convicted of a violation of any Federal or State law concerning the manufacture, possession or sale of alcoholic liquor, subsequent to the passage of the ordinance codified in this chapter or has forfeited his or her bond to appear in court to answer charges for any such violation; M. A person who does not beneficially own the premises for which a license is sought or does not have a lease thereon for the full period for which the license
Business & Licensing
Darien · 3.3.19

Sales To Minors

This section prohibits the sale, gift, or delivery of alcoholic beverages to minors, intoxicated persons, or individuals with legal disabilities. It also addresses the illegal use or provision of false identification to minors and the possession of alcohol by minors in public.

forbidden by this section is an affirmative defense to any proceedings for the suspension or revocation of any license based thereon. It shall not, however, be an affirmative defense if the agent or employee accepted the written evidence knowing it to be false or fraudulent. No agent or employee of the licensee shall be disciplined or discharged for selling or furnishing liquor to a person under twenty one (21) years of age, if the agent or employee demanded
Business & Licensing
Rockdale · 90.115

I-1 (heavy commercial and light manufacturing) zone and I-2 (heavy industry) zone

This section outlines the specific uses permitted within the I-1 (heavy commercial and light manufacturing) zone in Rockdale. It includes a broad range of industrial, manufacturing, and storage activities, with some specific limitations mentioned.

feet of the property boundary of a preexisting: 1. Public or private elementary or secondary school; 2. Licensed day care center; 3. Cemetery; 4. Public park, including any forest preserve and the I&M Canal National Heritage Corridor; 5. Public housing; 6. Place of religious worship; 7. Residential zoning district; 8. Other sexually oriented business; or 9. Establishment that serves liquor. b. For the purpose of this section, measurements shall be made in a straight line, without regard to intervening
Zoning & Land Use
Evanston · 3.4.1

DEFINITIONS

This section provides definitions for terms used throughout the Liquor Control Regulations chapter. It clarifies the meaning of terms like Alcohol, Alcohol Server, Alcoholic Liquor, and Applicant.

open containers of alcoholic beverages at retail or for entry into the licensed premises. This definition does not include (i) a distributor or importing distributor conducting product sampling or a registered tasting representative; (ii) a volunteer serving alcoholic beverages at a charitable function; or (iii) an instructor engaged in training or educating on the proper technique for using a system that dispenses alcoholic beverages. ALCOHOLIC LIQUOR. Any alcohol, spirits, wine and beer, and every liquid or solid, containing alcohol, spirits...stores beer at the designated premises, and who is allowed to sell at retail from the licensed premises. COMBINATION DRUG/GROCERY STORE. A store with affiliated drug and grocery companies managing a combination drug and grocery store as a single store under one (1) roof. COMBINATION RESTAURANT/PACKAGE STORE. An entity under single ownership and management, containing a restaurant which sells alcoholic liquor and a package store which sells wine, beer or liquor only in original packages for consumption off the premises
Business & Licensing
Woodridge · 3.9A-12

Additional Requirements

This section outlines additional requirements for multiple-family dwellings in Woodridge, focusing on habitability, maintenance of common areas and abandoned vehicles, fire safety systems, occupancy limits, and exterior illumination.

shall be responsible for compliance with all applicable codes and ordinances of the village relating to alcoholic liquor. J.   From and after the effective date of this chapter, no dwelling unit shall be rented without the owner having first obtained a written application containing or having attached thereto the following information: 1.   Name, address, birth date, social security number, driver's license number, work and home telephone numbers of each applicant. 2.   A copy of each applicant's driver
Willow Springs · 4.3.27

Purchase Or Acceptance Of Gift Of Alcoholic Liquor By Persons Of Nonage; Proof Of Age And Identification Cards

This section of Willow Springs municipal ordinance prohibits individuals under 21 from purchasing, possessing, or consuming alcoholic liquor, with exceptions for religious services and consumption under parental supervision at home. It also mandates licensees to obtain positive identification and proof of age for all alcohol sales.

agent or employee of such licensee, at the time of any sale, gift or delivery of alcoholic liquor, shall require positive identification and proof of age of the recipient by means of a card or other document issued by a federal, state, county or municipal government or subdivision or agency thereof, including, but not limited to, a motor vehicle operator's license, a registration certificate issued under the federal selective service act, or an identification card issued to a member
Business & Licensing
Western Springs · 4.1.30

Purchase Or Acceptance Of Gift Of Alcoholic Liquor By Persons Of Nonage; Proof Of Age And Identification Cards

This section prohibits persons under 21 from purchasing or possessing alcoholic liquor and requires licensees to verify the age of recipients. It also outlines exceptions for possession or consumption during religious services or under parental supervision in a home.

agent or employee of such licensee, at the time of any sale, gift or delivery of alcoholic liquor, shall require positive identification and proof of age of the recipient by means of a card or other document issued by a Federal, State, County or Municipal government or subdivision or agency thereof, including, but not limited to, a motor vehicle operator's license, a registration certificate issued under the Federal Selective Service Act, or an identification card issued to a member
Business & Licensing
Roselle · 3.54

Transportation of possession of alcoholic beverages

This ordinance prohibits the transportation, carrying, or possession of alcoholic liquor on one's person in public spaces and vehicles within the village, unless it is in an unopened original package or container, or specifically authorized under a 'P' or 'Q' license.

shall be unlawful for any person to transport, carry, or possess, or have any alcoholic liquor upon his person on any street, alley, public place or within any motor vehicle within the village except in an unopened original package or container or except in a public place when such is authorized in conjunction with a class "P" or "Q" license
Business & Licensing
Clarendon Hills · 33.30

Assessment Of Costs Of Hearings

This section outlines the process for assessing and collecting costs incurred by the Village of Clarendon Hills for hearings related to liquor license violations. Licensees found in violation are responsible for these costs, including reporter fees, transcripts, attorney fees, and administrative expenses, and must pay within 30 days of notification.

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, shall pay to the village the costs of the hearing before the local liquor commission on such violation. The commissioner shall determine the costs incurred by the village including court reporter fees, the cost of transcripts or records, attorney fees, the cost of preparing and mailing notices and orders, and other miscellaneous expenses incurred...notification is a violation of this section and may be cause for imposition of a fine, license revocation or suspension. Appeal: In the event of an appeal to the state commission and in cases where appeal is taken under the administrative review act, payment is due forty (40) days after entry of an order finally affirming the determination of the local liquor control commission
Business & Licensing