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Park Forest · XII-2

Definition of Terms

Summary

This section provides definitions for various terms used within the Park Forest municipal ordinances. It clarifies the meaning of concepts such as Accessory Dwelling Unit, Accessory Structure, and defines terms related to adult-oriented establishments.

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Accessory Dwelling Unit: A small, self-contained residential dwelling unit often referred to as a mother-in-law suite, or a granny flat, that is secondary to a larger residential dwelling unit within which it is located. Accessory Structure: A structure located on the same lot as a principal structure that is subordinate in structure and use to the principal structure. Accessory Use: A use located on the same lot as a principal use that is subordinate to the principal...person, business, organization, location, product, service, or activity. "Signs" do not include works of art. Single-Family Dwelling: A building that contains one dwelling unit, which is not attached to any other dwelling units with the exception of an "Accessory Dwelling Unit." Small Cell Wireless Facilities: A wireless facility that meets both of the following qualifications: (i) Each antenna is located inside an enclosure of no more than six cubic feet in volume or, in the case of an antenna

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Libertyville · 26.9.2

Special regulations applicable to particular accessory uses and structures

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This section outlines the requirements for home occupations in Libertyville, including the need for zoning certificates, limitations on employees, structural modifications, and operational space. It also specifies exceptions for day care homes.

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that typical of residential occupancy shall be permitted in connection with any home occupation. e. No mechanical, electrical, or other equipment that produces noise, electrical or magnetic interference, vibration, heat, glare, emissions, odor or radiation outside the dwelling unit or permitted accessory structure that is greater or more frequent than that typical of equipment used in connection with residential occupancy shall be used in connection with any home occupation. f. No activity that causes any nuisance or that is noxious...subsection 26-12-12.3. 26-9-2.8. Signs. See chapter 26, article 11. 26-9-2.9. Fences. See chapter 26, article 13, part B. 26-9-2.10. Refuse containers. See section 26-13-5. 26-9-2.11. Accessory structures as dwelling units. No accessory structure shall be used or occupied as a dwelling unit in any residential district. 26-9-2.12. Exterior lighting. Any permitted accessory lighting fixtures shall be so designed, arranged, and operated as to prevent glare

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Oak Lawn · 7.3.1

International Fire Code

Summary

This section adopts the International Fire Code 2018 as the Fire Code for Oak Lawn, establishing it as the primary regulatory document for fire safety. It also references the state-mandated NFPA Life Safety Code 2000 as a minimum statewide standard, requiring Oak Lawn to enforce whichever is more stringent.

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Village of Oak Lawn Building Division." 59. 907.2 Where required-new buildings and structures. Add the following language: "All new buildings and structures shall have an approved fire alarm system installed, except single-family dwellings, two-family dwellings, and related accessory structures." 60. 907.2.1 Group A. Delete language, including exceptions and replace with the following: "An approved fire alarm system that activates the occupant notification system in accordance with Section 907.5 shall be installed in all Group A occupancies...fine(S)." 78. 907.9 Where required in existing buildings and structures. Replace the language with the following, "All existing buildings shall have an approved automatic fire alarm system installed except single-family dwellings, two-family dwellings, and related accessory structures." SECTION 909 SMOKE CONTROL SYSTEMS 79. 909.19 Acceptance testing. Add the following language, "The fire code official shall be notified not less than forty-eight (48) hours prior to scheduling any required acceptance testing." SECTION 912 FIRE DEPARTMENT CONNECTIONS

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South Chicago Heights · Part II

- General Definitions

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This section of the South Chicago Heights code provides general definitions for terms used throughout the municipal code, including definitions related to accessory uses, administrative/sales space, and various types of adult-use cannabis facilities.

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longer than 20 feet measured between two buildings. Builder, contractor developer or management company: The individual, company, or corporation responsible for the development, sales, and/or rental of dwellings. Building: Any structure for the shelter, support or enclosure of persons, animals, chattels, or property of any kind. Building, accessory: See "accessory use" or "accessory structure". Building, principal: A building that contains the main or principal use of a site on which the building is situated. See figure 1 for typical location...lines. Lot width: The dimension of a lot measured on the building setback line. See figure 5. Figure 5: Lot depth/Lot frontage/Lot width Model homes: Any sample or archetype of a dwelling and its attendant accessory uses as "dwelling" and "accessory use" are defined in this chapter of this code. The term "model home" shall not include "structures" as defined in this chapter, except archetypes of dwellings and accessory uses. In addition, temporary buildings constructed as dwelling mock

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Lake Bluff · 10.5.11

Home Occupations

Summary

This section permits home occupations in single-family dwellings, accessory dwelling units, and accessory structures, subject to specific limitations on the nature of the business, number of employees, structural alterations, and operational aspects. It defines a home occupation as a gainful activity by a full-time occupant that is secondary to residential use and does not alter the residential character of the property or neighborhood.

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Authorization: Subject to the limitations set forth in this section, any "home occupation" (as defined in subsection B of this section) shall be permitted in any principal single-family dwelling, accessory dwelling unit, or permitted accessory structure (collectively, "single-family dwelling"). B. Definition: "Home occupation" shall mean a business, profession, occupation, or trade that: 1. Is conducted for gain or support by a full time occupant of a single-family dwelling; 2. Is incidental and secondary to the principal

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Wadsworth · 10.5.10

Customary Home Occupations

Summary

This section outlines the criteria and regulations for conducting home occupations in Wadsworth, requiring them to be incidental to residential use and not alter the dwelling's character. It provides examples of permitted and prohibited home occupations.

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home occupation shall not occupy more than twenty five percent (25%) of the total floor area of all principal and accessory structures on a lot. b. No alteration of any kind shall be made to the dwelling unit or accessory structure where a home occupation is conducted that would change its residential character, including the enlargement of public utility services beyond that customarily required for residential use. c. No separate entrance shall be provided in connection with the conduct...home occupation, except as required by federal, state, or local law or regulation. 3. Operational Limitations: a. The home occupation shall be conducted entirely within the dwelling unit or accessory structure, except for outdoor play areas for legally established home daycares. b. No mechanical, electrical, or other equipment that produces noise, electrical or magnetic interference, vibration, heat, glare, emissions, odor, or radiation outside the dwelling unit or any permitted accessory structure that is greater or more frequent than that typical

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Long Grove · 5.9.2

Home occupations

Summary

This section permits home occupations in Long Grove dwellings, subject to strict limitations on employees, structural changes, and operational impacts to maintain the residential character of the property.

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Authorization. Subject to the limitations of this section, any home occupation that is customarily incidental to the principal use of a building for residential purposes shall be permitted in any dwelling unit or permitted accessory structure. (B) Definition. A "home occupation" is a business, profession, occupation, or trade that: 1. Is conducted for gain or support by a full time occupant of a dwelling unit; and 2. Is incidental and secondary to the use of such dwelling unit or permitted...where a home occupation is conducted shall be employed in connection with, or otherwise participate in the operation of, such home occupation. 2. Structural Limitations. (a) No alteration of any kind shall be made to the dwelling unit or accessory structure where a home occupation is conducted that would change its residential character, including the enlargement of public utility services beyond that customarily required for residential use. (b) No separate entrance shall be provided in connection with the conduct

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Kenilworth · 153.065

Permitted And Special Uses

Summary

This section outlines the permitted and special uses for different residential districts (R-1, R-2, R-3, R-4) in Kenilworth, specifying allowed housing types and home occupations.

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District Use District Use R-1 and R-2 Single-family dwellings Home occupations as defined in § 153.003 Accessory uses as defined in § 153.003 that are accessory uses to single-family dwellings R-3 and R-4 Single-family dwellings Accessory uses as defined in § 153.003 that are accessory uses to single-family dwellings and single-family attached dwellings Single-family attached dwellings as a special use in the R-4 District, in conformance with § 153.245(A) (Ord. 577, passed

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Woodridge · 9.2.2

Definitions

Summary

This section provides definitions for various terms used within the Woodridge municipal code, including specific definitions for 'Aboveground Service Facility', 'Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)', 'Adult Bookstore', and 'Adult Business Use'.

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ground, including any cabinet and the underground supports and foundations for such structure, that is used by a public utility or service provider to supply some public need or demand such as power, water, gas, telecommunications or similar benefit. ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT (ADU): A second housing unit on a single-family residential lot. Commonly referred to as granny flats, coach houses, and in-law suites, ADUs are smaller, independent units with a kitchen and bathroom. These units can be located...holding assemblies, conferences, conventions, public meetings, seminars, trade shows, workshops, or other similar activities. May include dining facilities for the use of participants. CONVERTED DWELLING: A single-family dwelling which has been converted into a primary unit and Accessory Dwelling Unit, as provided in section 9-3-20 of this title. COUNTRY CLUB: A club with recreation facilities for members, their families, and invited guests. CRITICAL ROOT ZONE: A circular area on the ground beneath a tree having a radius

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Libertyville · 26.2.2

Definitions

Summary

This section of the Libertyville zoning chapter provides definitions for terms used throughout the chapter, covering various aspects of land use and structures.

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shall also include outdoor dining areas that exceed five hundred (500) square feet in area. Gross floor area shall not include floor area devoted to off-street parking or loading within a building or structure, except when accessory to a single family dwelling. Any floor space devoted to: (1) A residential use with a floor to ceiling height of more than twelve (12) feet shall be treated as having a separate floor for each twelve (12) feet of height...usually less than one (1) second. Examples of highly impulsive sound sources are drop forge hammer and explosive blasting. Home occupation means a business, occupation or trade that is conducted by a full-time occupant of a dwelling unit as an accessory use to the principle use of such dwelling unit for dwelling purposes. Horizontal axis wind turbine means a turbine for which the main rotor shaft is arranged horizontally, and typically for which the main rotor shaft and generator

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Steger · Section 9

Off-street parking and loading

Summary

This section establishes minimum off-street parking and loading requirements to prevent street congestion and promote public safety. It applies to new buildings and uses, as well as increased intensity of existing uses, with specific provisions for pre-existing structures and changes in use.

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served shall be as prescribed hereinafter. All distances specified shall be walking distances between such parking spaces and a main entrance to the use served. 9.4-1 For uses in a residential district. Parking spaces accessory to dwellings shall be located on the same zoning lot as the use served. Spaces accessory to use other than dwellings may be located on a lot adjacent to, or directly across a street or alley from, the lot occupied by the use served...case at a distance in excess of 300 feet from such use. 9.4-2 For uses in business and manufacturing districts. All required parking spaces shall be within 1,000 feet of the use served, except for spaces accessory to dwelling units (except those located in a transient hotel) which shall be within 300 feet of the use served. However, no parking spaces accessory to a use in a business or manufacturing district shall be located in a residential district

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Glencoe · 5.104 Off-Street Parking

Summary

This section establishes that off-street parking is permitted as an accessory use in all districts, and as a principal use only when specifically authorized. It outlines requirements for providing sufficient parking for existing, new, and expanded uses, including modifications for changes in use or increased intensity.

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through an alley or street other than Vernon, Park, or Glencoe Road, or is otherwise approved by the Village Manager . (b) Turn-Around Area . Every parking lot or garage , other than a parking lot or garage accessory to a single family dwelling , shall be provided with a turn-around area or other means to permit cars to exit the parking lot or garage without backing onto any street or sidewalk. (c) Surface; Drainage; Markings . Every off-street parking...paved areas shall have a minimum landscaped area of at least 36 square feet of surface area and be designed to permit adequate drainage. (f) Car Stops . Every parking lot and garage , except parking lots and garages accessory to a single family dwelling , shall be provided with curbs, car wheel stops, guard rails, barrier fences, or other suitable devices designed and located to protect required screening devices, landscaping, and structures from damage by vehicles using such lot or garage . This

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St. Charles · 17.30.030

General definitions

Summary

This section provides definitions for various terms used within the St. Charles municipal ordinances. It clarifies the meaning of terms related to property, structures, and general concepts relevant to municipal regulations.

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group of rooms which are arranged, designed, used or intended for use exclusively as living quarters for one (1) family, as defined by this title and which include permanently installed bathroom and kitchen facilities. Dwelling Unit, Accessory. See Accessory Dwelling Unit. Easement. A legal interest in land, granted by the owner to another person, which allows that person's use of all or a portion of the owner's land, generally for a stated purpose including but not limited...habitation or the conduct of business or industry, except sewage. Residential Building, Use. A principal building or principal use thereof which is arranged, designed, used or intended to be used for residential occupancy and permitted accessory uses, including but not limited to single-family dwellings, auxiliary dwellings, two-family dwellings, townhouse dwellings, multi-family dwellings, group homes, independent living facilities, and assisted living facilities. Nursing homes, homeless shelters, hospice facilities, hotel/motels, and bed and breakfast establishments are not considered

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North Aurora · 12.3

Accessory buildings, structures, and uses

Summary

This section outlines regulations for accessory buildings, structures, and uses in residential districts within North Aurora. It details requirements for their construction, location, height, area, and number, while also prohibiting certain types of temporary structures and secondary dwelling units.

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concrete, asphalt, or brick pavers. 7. Secondary dwelling units in accessory buildings shall be prohibited. 8. A temporary and/or portable structure, such as mobile homes, recreational vehicles, trailers, tents, canopies, etc., shall not be permitted as an accessory building, dwelling unit, parking or storage facilities. B. Accessory Buildings (Non-Residential Districts). 1. No accessory building shall be constructed prior to the start of construction of the principal building to which it is accessory. No accessory building shall be used unless...garages must be serviced by a hard surface driveway constructed of concrete, asphalt, or brick pavers. 6. A temporary and/or portable structure, such as mobile homes, recreational vehicles, trailers, tents, canopies, etc., shall not be permitted as an accessory building, dwelling unit, parking or storage facilities. 7. Accessory buildings shall be clearly incidental and subordinate to the principal building and not used for human habitation. 8. In all Business Districts, the exterior elevations of accessory buildings shall be architecturally compatible

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Oakbrook Terrace · 156.077

R-3 multiple-family

Summary

This R-3 Multiple-Family residential district in Oakbrook Terrace permits multiple-family dwellings and accessory uses, along with certain nonresidential uses from the R-2 district. It also allows for several special uses, including senior housing, assisted living, nursing facilities, and specific ground-floor retail and restaurant establishments.

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General conditions. (1) No adult-use cannabis business establishment shall be permitted. (2) No short-term rental shall be permitted. (B) Permitted uses. The following uses are permitted: (1) Multiple-family dwellings and permitted accessory buildings and accessory uses, including temporary sales offices. Rental offices and property management offices shall be permitted as accessory uses if they are located within a multiple-family building, and common recreational and meeting areas shall be permitted as accessory uses for the sole...venting of odor and smoke will be provided in a manner appropriate to the type of restaurant proposed and to a multiple-family, multiple use building. (l) Tailor shops. (6) Freestanding rental offices and property management offices accessory to multiple-family dwellings, and freestanding clubhouses and common recreational facilities accessory to multiple-family dwellings, for the sole use of residents and their guests. (D) Minimum floor area. There shall be provided a minimum floor area as follows: (1) For each

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Riverwoods · 9.2.3

Definitions

Summary

This section provides rules of construction for interpreting the language within the Riverwoods zoning title and defines specific terms related to land measurement, land use, and vehicle-related businesses.

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building measured from the exterior faces of exterior walls, exclusive of terraces, breezeways, open porches, carports and garages. HOME OCCUPATION: Any gainful occupation engaged in by occupant of a dwelling unit at or from the dwelling unit, lot, or accessory building. Home occupations shall include home stay rentals when permitted by this title. HOME STAY RENTAL: The rental use of a dwelling unit by persons other than the primary residents, provided the term of rental occupancy must be equal...Regulatory Flood Elevation). RELIGIOUS INSTITUTION: A church, synagogue, temple, meetinghouse, mosque or other place of religious worship, including any accessory use or structure, such as a school, daycare center or dwelling, provided that such school, daycare center or dwelling shall remain accessory to the principal use for a place of religious worship and that the combined square footage of all accessory uses shall constitute less than twenty five percent (25%) of the square footage of the principal building or buildings

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Oswego · 13.02

Definition of Terms

Summary

This section defines various terms used throughout the Oswego municipal ordinance, covering physical structures, land use, and specific establishment types.

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Frame Sign: A movable sign placed on the ground and constructed in the shape of an "A" or some variation thereof. Accessibility Ramp: An inclined structure that allows increased access to a building or structure. Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU): A small, residential dwelling unit that is secondary to and located inside of a larger residential dwelling unit located. Accessory Structure: A structure located on the same lot as a principal structure that is subordinate in structure...Commission of the Village of Oswego, Illinois. Historical Marker: A sign displaying information of historic significance such as a building's name, date of erection, or location. Home-Based Business: An occupation carried on in a dwelling unit by a resident, which is accessory to the residential use of the dwelling unit. Hoophouse: A structure used to extend the growing season of agricultural crops that is generally made of plastic and semicircular in shape. Hospital: An institution that provides healthcare

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Chicago · 14B-10.1011

Stairways.

Summary

This section modifies the International Building Code (IBC) Section 1011 concerning stairways, adjusting occupant load requirements, headroom clearances, and walkline calculations for winder treads, with specific accommodations for residential occupancies.

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following conditions: 2.1. In Group R-3 and R-5 occupancies. 2.2. Within dwelling units in Group R-2 occupancies. 2.3. In Group U occupancies that are accessory to a Group R-3 occupancy or accessory to individual dwelling units in Group R-2 occupancies." 4. Revise Section 1011.4 to read: " 1011.4 Walkline. Where a stair includes winder treads, the walkline shall comply with Section 1011.4.1 or 1011.4.2. 1011.4.1 Other than Group R-5 occupancies and within dwelling units...exterior stairways in Group R-2 occupancies serving only units that are not required to be Accessible units or Type A units . 3.4. In Group U occupancies that are accessory to a Group R-3 occupancy or accessory to individual dwelling units in Group R-2 occupancies." 6. Revise Section 1011.5.3 to read: " 1011.5.3 Winder treads. Winder treads are not permitted in means of egress stairways . Exceptions: 1. Curved stairways in accordance with Section 1011.9. 2. Spiral stairways in accordance

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Winnetka · Section 17.36.010 B-2 Multifamily Residential District Regulations.

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This section outlines the permitted principal and accessory uses within the B-2 Multifamily Residential District in Winnetka. It primarily allows for multiple-family dwellings and sets specific regulations for accessory buildings and uses, including restrictions on business operations, commercial vehicle parking, and the placement of certain amenities.

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used and no building shall be erected or altered as a principal use within the B-2 Multi-family Residential District, unless otherwise provided for in this title, except for a building used exclusively as a multiple-family dwelling (together with accessory buildings and uses as defined in Section 17.04.030), located on premises devoted exclusively to multiple-family use, in compliance with each of the regulations contains in this Section 17.36.010. 1. In addition to other conditions and requirements...thirty (30) dwelling units on any acre of land, nor make provisions for more than a proportional number of units on a fractional part of any acre of land. D. Intensity of Use of Lot. No multiple-family dwelling, together with accessory buildings and the portion of the lot outside of the multiple-family dwelling devoted to parking areas and other impermeable surfaces, shall occupy in excess of sixty (60) percent of the area of the lot. E. Dwelling Unit

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Wood Dale · 17.502

Design, Development And Maintenance Of Parking And Loading Areas

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This section outlines design standards for off-street parking and loading areas, requiring a detailed plan for development or occupancy permits. Key requirements include screening, landscaping, lighting, signage, and curbing.

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Street Parking and Loading Areas: 1. Location: The location of off-street parking spaces accessory to the use served shall be provided as described here: a. Accessory Parking in Residential Zoning Districts: (1) Parking spaces accessory to dwellings shall be located on the same Zoning Lot as the use served. (2) Parking spaces accessory to uses other than dwellings in a Residential Zoning District may be located on an adjacent lot or directly across a street or alley from...Accessory Parking in Commercial and Industrial Districts: (1) All required parking spaces accessory to nonresidential uses shall not be more than five hundred feet (500') from the main entrance of the use served, (2) All required parking spaces accessory to dwelling units shall not be more than three hundred feet (300') from the main entrance of the use served. (3) No parking spaces accessory to a use in a commercial or industrial district may be located in a Residential Zoning

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University Park · 1236.01

Home occupations

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This section outlines the requirements for home occupations in University Park's residential districts, ensuring they are incidental to residential use, have minimal external impact, and are conducted solely by resident family members.

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floor area, including cellars, basements, garages and accessory structures, shall be used in the conduct of the home occupation. (2) There shall be no signs, displays or activities that will indicate from the exterior that the dwelling and/or accessory structure is being used for any purpose other than that residing thereon. (3) No commodities shall be sold or services rendered that require receipt or delivery of merchandise, goods or equipment by other than a passenger motor vehicle or U.S. letter...immediate family residing on the premises shall be employed or otherwise engaged in the conduct of the home occupation. (5) All activity, including storage, relating to or being part of the home occupation, shall take place within the dwelling and/or accessory structure. (6) No structural alterations or exterior construction features shall be added to the dwelling and/or accessory structure for the express purpose of accommodating such intended business use. (7) There shall be no perceptible noise, vibration, glare, smoke, fumes

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Berkeley · 12.12A-4

Design And Maintenance

Summary

This section outlines the minimum dimensional requirements for off-street parking spaces based on parking angle, including specific provisions for handicapped parking, commuter lots, and accessory uses. It also details requirements for driveway access to streets to minimize traffic interference.

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which the parking lot is located, except across a permanent, recorded access easement in form and substance satisfactory to the village attorney. 3. Turnaround Area: Every parking lot or garage, other than a parking lot or garage accessory to a single-family dwelling, shall be provided with a turnaround area or other means to permit cars to exit the parking lot or garage without backing onto any street or sidewalk. 4. Surface, Drainage And Markings: a. Every off street parking...drainage system connected to a public stormwater sewer system. Individual stalls shall be clearly identified by painted markings four inches (4") to six inches (6") in width. 5. Car Stops: Every parking lot and garage, except that accessory to a single-family dwelling, shall be provided with curbs, car wheel stops, guardrails, barrier fences, or other suitable devices designed and located to protect required screening devices, landscaping, and structures from damage by vehicles using such lot or garage. This provision

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Berkeley · 12.4.5

Home Occupations

Summary

This section outlines Berkeley's regulations for home occupations, aiming to protect residential character and resident welfare by establishing specific limitations on their operation within dwelling units.

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that are sometimes associated with home occupations, maintain and preserve the character of residential neighborhoods and provide for the protection of the health, safety and welfare of all village residents. B. Defined: A home occupation is an accessory use of a dwelling unit and its accessory buildings for a lawful business, profession, occupation or trade of the occupant operated in compliance with the regulations of this section. C. Regulations: Home occupations are permitted only when all of the following regulations...attention to the dwelling as a commercial or business operation. 4. Area Of Use: The principal use as a home occupation may extend into a maximum of twenty five percent (25%) of the total square footage of the dwelling or accessory building. 5. Exterior: There shall be no display or activity that will indicate from the exterior of the dwelling that it is being used in whole or in part for any use other than a dwelling. No signs identifying

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Homer Glen · 220.821

Accessory housing

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This section outlines regulations for accessory housing units within single-family dwellings in Homer Glen, aiming to assist seniors with income and security. It specifies requirements for the unit's size, location within the primary structure, and submission of floor plans.

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older. B. Requirements for accessory housing conditional use. An accessory unit may be maintained in a single-family dwelling as a special use in certain residential zoning districts as set forth in Article VI. Conversion of the dwelling and maintenance of the accessory unit and primary unit must conform to the following requirements: (1) Only one accessory unit may be maintained per zoning lot. (2) The total floor area of the accessory unit shall not exceed 700 square feet...adoption or marriage to the owner of the primary unit shall be permitted in the accessory unit. [Amended 9-9-2008 by Ord. No. 08-048] (8) At least one of the occupants of either the main dwelling unit or the accessory unit must be the legal or beneficial owner of the property. If none of the owners who occupy the converted dwelling are 62 years old or older, then the accessory unit must be occupied by a person

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Peotone · 157.015

Accessory Buildings

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This section establishes requirements for the construction and placement of accessory buildings in Peotone, including permit requirements, construction standards (flooring, rodent prevention, anchoring), and specific setback regulations for residential and non-residential districts.

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Location of accessory buildings. (1) Residential districts. (a) No accessory building shall be located closer than ten feet to either of the side lot lines. However, sheds and storage buildings for garden equipment and household items as accessory to dwellings and buildings and structures customarily incidental to the pursuit of agriculture, not exceeding 120 square feet in floor area, and located in the R-1, R-2, or R-3 zoning classifications shall have a minimum setback of five feet...There shall be allowed no more than one detached garage per principal detached dwelling unit, in addition to the required private residential attached garage; and 3. There shall be allowed no more than one accessory building per principal detached dwelling unit, in addition to the required private residential attached garage and the one permissible detached garage. (b) In all one-family residential zoning districts except in the Estate Residential District: 1. There shall be allowed no more than one garage

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