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Franklin Park · 9.9.5

Accessory use standards

This section outlines specific standards for accessory uses in Franklin Park, including day care homes, donation boxes, and drive-thru lanes. It details licensing, appearance, location, operational, and design requirements for each.

care home must maintain its original appearance as a single-family dwelling. No visitor/client parking may be located in the front yard. 3. Day care homes are not permitted to have outside employees. 4. Day care homes require a home occupancy permit (see item D below). B. Donation boxes. 1. Only one donation box is permitted per lot. 2. Donation boxes are only permitted as accessory to the principal use of the site and shall be owned and managed...uses and cannot detract from the residential character of the neighborhood. c. Limited in extent. 2. Conditions. A permitted home occupation is subject to the following conditions: a. A home occupation must be operated entirely within a dwelling unit or a permitted accessory structure. Space within a garage for a home occupation cannot occupy required vehicle parking spaces. b. A home occupation cannot have a separate entrance from outside the building, or otherwise involve an alteration in the residential appearance
Zoning & Land Use
Barrington Hills · 5.5.9.3

Minimum Rear Yard, Accessory Uses

This section establishes minimum rear yard setback requirements for accessory uses within Barrington Hills' R1 to R4 residential districts. It generally defaults to the principal use setbacks but specifies unique requirements for certain accessory uses, including agricultural buildings, guesthouses, and roadside stands.

this chapter; except, however, the following accessory uses which must meet the minimum rear yard requirements specified in this section: Agricultural buildings and structures: R1 100 feet R2 100 feet R3 100 feet R4 100 feet Buildings accessory to single-family dwellings, except those uses specifically itemized in this section: R1 50 feet R2 50 feet R3 50 feet R4 50 feet Guesthouses, private: Living quarters, detached, for persons employed on the premises: Mausoleums, crematories and columbariums in cemeteries
Zoning & Land Use
Huntley · 156.089

Architecture; nonresidential districts

This section establishes architectural standards for nonresidential buildings in Huntley, focusing on exterior wall materials, screening of mechanical equipment, and parking garage design. It aims to ensure aesthetic compatibility and a unified visual character.

shall be fully screened by landscaping or parapet wall/screening structure constructed of materials compatible with the principal building facade to the height six inches above such equipment. (C) Parking garage design. Every parking garage, other than garages accessory to single-family dwellings, constructed after the effective date of the ordinance from which this section is derived shall be constructed of the same materials as, or materials architecturally and aesthetically compatible with, the principal building to which it is accessory. (Prior
General Provisions
Barrington Hills · 5.5.7.3

Minimum Interior Side Yard, Accessory Uses

This section establishes minimum interior side yard setback requirements for various accessory uses within R1 to R4 residential districts in Barrington Hills. It either references principal use requirements or specifies distinct minimums for particular accessory uses.

chapter; except, however, the following accessory uses which must meet the minimum interior side yard requirements specified in this section: Agricultural buildings and structures: R1 100 feet R2 100 feet R3 100 feet R4 100 feet Buildings accessory to single-family dwellings, except those uses specifically itemized in this section: R1 50 feet R2 50 feet R3 35 feet R4 25 feet Guesthouses, private: R3 50 feet R4 50 feet Living quarters, detached, for persons employed on the premises: Mausoleums
Zoning & Land Use
Gilberts · 9.1

Parking and loading

This section establishes general requirements for off-street parking and loading facilities in Gilberts. It outlines applicability to existing and new uses, including provisions for increased use intensity and changes in use, and mandates that existing facilities not be reduced below required minimums.

other than the zoning lot on which the building, structure, or use to which the parking is accessory is located. b. Off-street parking may be located in a required yard subject to section 8-9 of this code. c. Except as otherwise provided in the Old Town District, all attached or detached single family dwelling units shall include an attached two-car garage measuring no less than 22 feet deep by 20 feet wide. The garage shall be completed...shall be provided with curbs, wheel stops, or bumper guards around the perimeter of all parking areas, including landscaped areas located within the parking lot. (4) Circulation Aisles. Each parking space in a parking lot, except spaces accessory to a single family dwelling, shall be accessed by a circulation aisle of a width, in feet and inches, as specified in Table 1 below. (5) Space Dimensions. Each off-street parking space, excluding its associated circulation aisle, shall have the minimum
Wauconda · 155.047

Off-street parking and loading

This Wauconda ordinance section establishes minimum off-street parking requirements for various land uses to enhance safety, reduce street congestion, and manage automobile usage. It specifies parking ratios based on factors like floor area, patron capacity, residents, employees, and patient beds, with special provisions for cannabis-related businesses.

parking space per 3 persons based on the largest shift Private clubs and lodge halls 1 parking space per 2 persons based on the design capacity of the facility Residential structures other than group dwellings 2 parking spaces per dwelling unit Restaurants, taverns and nightclubs 1 parking space per 100 square feet of floor area Retail stores and personal service shops 0.5 parking space per 100 square feet of basement and first floor sales space, plus 0.5 parking space...feet by 30 feet. This space shall be in addition to the above required parking spaces and shall be subject to subsection (e) of this section. (g) Surfacing. Any open off-street parking area, except those accessory to single-family dwellings, now in existence which does not conform to the paving requirements contained in appendix II of the development ordinance of the village shall be altered or repaired so as to conform with the requirements herein by April
Zoning & Land Use
Hanover Park · 58.42

Fees for special business activities and machines

This section establishes annual fees for a variety of special business activities and machines in Hanover Park. Separate fees are required if multiple businesses, activities, or machines are operated from the same premises, with specific fees listed for items like circuses, carnivals, live entertainment, animal exhibitions, billiard tables, vendors, tobacco sales, service stations, taxicabs, automobile sales, cannabis-related items, vending machines, amusement and music devices, and public dances.

Additional fees to (7)a. or (7)b: c. In addition to any other fee under this (7): ..... Primary tobacco dealer .....$500.00 Over the counter sale of electronic smoking device .....$200.00 Over the counter sales of smoking accessories and/or paraphernalia (whether for tobacco or any other drugs) .....$200.00 (8) Service station, per hose .....15.00 (9) Taxicab: ..... a. Per cab .....50.00 b. Cab driver's permit .....50.00 (10) Automobile sales .....300.00 (11) Cannabis or drugs—Items designed or marketed...services: $100.00 plus $50.00 per bus. ..... (23) Solicitors (see section 58-386). ..... (24) Coin-operated amusement device, center, center restaurant (see section 58-434). ..... (25) Horse stable .....25.00 (26) Sidewalk sale .....25.00 (27) Rabbitry: ..... a. Inside a dwelling .....50.00 b. In an accessory structure .....10.00 (28) Tent sales .....25.00 (29) Dog Breeder .....25.00 (30) Massage: ..... a. Massage establishment initial application fee (not annual) .....500.00 b. Massage establishment .....350.00 (31) Private outdoor pay telephone .....25.00 (32) Hotels and motels: In addition
Taxation & Revenue
Crete · 28.275

R-2 general residence district

This section establishes the R-2 general residence district, intended to preserve existing single and two-family residential neighborhoods near the downtown area. It outlines permitted uses, including single-family and two-family dwellings, and lists special uses such as educational institutions, day care centers, health and medical institutions, philanthropic organizations, and transitional professional offices.

otherwise hereinafter provided, the space resulting from the following setbacks (yard requirements) shall be open and unobstructed: (1) Permitted uses: Front Yard (feet) Interior Side Yard (feet) Corner Side Yard (feet) Rear Yard (feet) Single and two-family dwellings 20 5 20 20 Schools 25 20 20 25 All other permitted uses 25 10 20 25 (2) Special uses: Front Yard (feet) Interior Side Yard (feet) Corner Side Yard (feet) Rear Yard (feet) Educational institutions...medical institutions 30 10 20 30 Philanthropic and charitable institutions 25 10 20 20 Cultural institutions 25 10 20 20 Nonprofit corporations, service or fraternal organizations 25 10 20 20 Transitional uses 20 5 20 20 Buildings accessory to single-family dwelling other than those specified herein 15 5 15 5 Planned development, subject to the provisions of division 7 of article II of this chapter. For all special uses permitted in the R-E district and not specifically mentioned
Zoning & Land Use
Lake Zurich · 9.8A-10

Parking Lots And Garages

This section mandates landscaping and design standards for parking lots and garages to provide buffering and screening. It sets requirements for peripheral landscaped areas around parking lots and specific exterior wall and landscaping features for parking garages.

lots have, on said effective date, unpaved area abutting them in which landscaping and screening may be installed. B.   Parking Garage Design: Every parking garage constructed after the effective date of this zoning code, other than garages accessory to single-family dwellings or garages constructed or maintained by any governmental agency, shall comply with the following design standards: 1.   The exterior walls of the garages shall be such as to shield all parked vehicles from view from the exterior
Zoning & Land Use
Hillside · 8.4

General regulations

This section outlines regulations for existing and new off-street parking facilities in Hillside. It specifies requirements for parking space size, location (including provisions for off-site parking), and access, referencing specific appendices for design standards.

Agencies. Flexible pavements constructed for truck traffic shall be designed for 80,000 lb. trucks with minimum structural design number of 3.0. 8.4(10)(c) Curbs and wheel stops. All open off-street parking areas except those accessory to single-family dwellings shall be improved with curbs and wheel stops as required to establish driveways, walkways or protect property. Curbs and wheel stops will be provided in accordance with figure 2 of appendix A, Typical Sections—Wheel Stops...adjoining residential property, through the use of a solid fence or through the planting, in addition to a fence, of a dense hedge or evergreens. All parking areas located beneath the first floor of any structure containing multiple-family dwelling units must be effectively screened on all sides by a wall or partition forming a part of the building from floor to ceiling and of a permanent and decorative nature, constructed of masonry materials in such
Zoning & Land Use
Berkeley · 12.12A-10

Buffers And Landscaping

This section mandates perimeter landscaping and interior trees for parking lots, with specific requirements for tree diameter, spacing, and landscaped area. It also outlines design standards for parking garages, focusing on screening vehicles and architectural compatibility.

landscaped. 2.   Planting islands located within the interior of a parking lot shall be at least six feet (6') in width. C.   Parking Garage Design: Every parking garage constructed after the effective date hereof, other than garages accessory to single-family dwellings, shall comply with the following design standards: 1.   The exterior walls of the garage shall be such as to shield all parked vehicles from view from the exterior of the garage; and 2.   The exterior surface
Traffic & Vehicles
Downers Grove · Sec 28.15.080

Words And Terms Beginning With "E"

This section of the Downers Grove Municipal Code provides definitions for various terms, including those related to eating and drinking establishments, building features like eaves, electric vehicles and their charging infrastructure, electronic signage, equipment storage, religious exercise, and accessory dwelling units.

Religion . Exercise of religion means an act or refusal to act that is substantially motivated by religious belief, whether or not the religious exercise is compulsory or central to a larger system of religious belief. Extended Family Accessory Housing Unit . A secondary dwelling unit (within a detached house) that is approved as a special use and that complies with the regulations of DGMC Section
General Provisions
Aurora · 49.108.9

"Rd" Research And Development District

The Aurora "RD" Research and Development District ordinance aims to foster a park-like environment for research, development, engineering, testing, and office activities. It emphasizes compatible development, visual enhancement, and environmental controls through performance standards.

height, but not exceeding two hundred fifty (250) feet in height when the height of the structure is reasonably required for the research or development use to which the property in question is to be put. Accessory Uses. Bulk Restrictions. Building, Dwelling and Structure Standards. Floor Area Ratio. Height . The maximum height for all buildings and structures in the RD district shall be one hundred (100) feet, except when authorized a conditional use Landscaping . All required setback areas shall...Section Specific RD district requirements. Lot requirements. The minimum area in the RD district shall be three (3) acres. The minimum lot width, at the front yard line, shall be two hundred (200) feet. Lot Coverage . All principal and accessory buildings and structures shall not cover more than twenty-five (25) percent of the gross lot area. Monotony Standards. Nonconformity . (Reserved) Obstructions. Parking & Loading . In the RD district, parking lots shall comply with the following requirements: Parking facilities shall
Zoning & Land Use
Vernon Hills · 19.8

Design and maintenance of parking facilities

This section outlines the design and maintenance requirements for parking facilities in Vernon Hills, covering grading, surfacing, cleanliness, access, dimensions, safety features like wheel guards and lighting, and prohibited uses.

minimize interference with traffic movement. 19.8.4. Entrances and exits to and from a parking area shall be not less than 16 feet and not more than 36 feet in width. 19.8.5. All open parking spaces, except those accessory to single-family dwellings, shall be provided with wheel guards of concrete, masonry or steel construction, so located that no parked vehicle will extend beyond the allotted space. 19.8.6. Where hazards exist which can be minimized or eliminated by lighting, or where
Zoning & Land Use
Morton Grove · 10.1.3

Building Permit Provisions

This section requires permits for various building activities and specifies requirements for licensed electricians and plumbers. It also mandates sealed structural drawings for certain building types and regulates changes in building use or occupancy, with provisions for permit revocation.

buildings shall bear the seal of an Illinois licensed architect or structural engineer as required by the "Illinois architecture act" and "Illinois structural engineering act". Structural plans and specifications for habitable spaces in one- and two-family dwellings, and non-habitable accessory buildings over twenty thousand dollars ($20,000.00) in value shall bear the seal of an Illinois licensed architect or structural engineer. Information required with the seal, including necessary signatures and dates, shall comply with the "Illinois architecture
Buildings & Construction
Romeoville · 43.02

Department Of Community Development Fee Schedule

This section details the fee schedule for various permits and services provided by the Romeoville Department of Community Development, including new construction, remodeling, and tap-on fees for residential, apartment, condominium, commercial, and industrial projects.

regardless of the number of such dwellings contained within a given building. (3)   Clubhouses: $1,000. (4)   Nonresidential: (a)   In house review: $0.16 per square foot; minimum fee: $1,200; (b)   1.   Expedited review: two and one-half times the review fee. 2.   Note: This fee shall be waived for inspections or reviews in connection with solar panel and wind turbine installation. (c)   Consultant review: consultant fee, plus $200 administrative processing fee. (5)   Accessory structures/additions: $50. (D) Elevator inspections. Elevator...decision of Zoning Administrator: $1,000, plus cost of public hearing notices. (L) Zoning certificates. (1)   Existing residential structures: $100. (2)   Existing nonresidential structures: $500. (3)   Garage: $50. (4)   Room addition: $50. (5)   Pool: $30. (6)   Other accessory structure: $10. (7)   New dwelling unit: $50. (8)   New nonresidential structure or addition: $100. (M) Special meetings. (1)   Development review committee: $1,200. (2)   Planning and Zoning Commission: $600, plus cost of public hearing notices. (3)   Zoning Board of Appeals: $600, plus
Administration & Government
Wheeling · 19.05.010

Mixed use districts general requirements

This section outlines the intent and requirements for mixed-use districts in Wheeling, focusing on facilitating a combination of commercial and residential uses. It mandates site plan review for all new development and renovations, and describes three specific mixed-use districts (MXT, MXC, MXO) with varying densities and intended uses.

constructed prior to the effective date of the ordinance codified in this Title, all dwelling units shall include a totally enclosed attached or detached garage a minimum of five hundred twenty-eight square feet in size or equivalent space in indoor parking stalls. Detached garages shall be no larger than eight hundred square feet in area, and shall conform to district setback requirements for accessory structures. All garages shall meet the requirements of this Title and the most recently adopted...Section 19.11.010(E). 2. The development standards that shall be established with the planned unit development process include: (A) Minimum lot area; (B) Maximum lot coverage; (C) Minimum green space; (D) Minimum setbacks, both principal and accessory buildings; (E) Maximum building height; (F) Dwelling unit density; (G) Minimum dwelling unit living area; (H) Landscaping and bufferyard requirements; (I) Minimum design standards. (3) Bicycle and off-street parking shall be provided in accordance with the provisions of Section 19.11.010 of this
Zoning & Land Use
Libertyville · 26.16.10

Site plan permits

This section establishes a site plan permit process to review critical design elements for developments that are generally suitable for a district. It outlines the authorities responsible for granting these permits (Village Administrator or Board of Trustees) and the types of developments that require them.

redevelopment where a site plan permit by the board of trustees is required pursuant to subsection 26-16-10.3(b), or for the development or redevelopment of any individual single-family detached dwelling, any two-family dwelling or any structure, paving or landscaping accessory thereto. (b) Board of trustees approval. A site plan permit issued by the board of trustees in accordance with section 26-16-10 shall be required in connection with any development or redevelopment, other than
Zoning & Land Use
Hampshire · 6.7.5

Rr Rural Residential District

This section establishes the Rural Residential (RR) district, intended for single-family residences on properties not suitable for agriculture. It outlines permitted and special uses, and details standards for rezoning and lot size requirements.

Purpose: This district is intended only for single-family residences and only for those areas otherwise not suitable for agricultural use. B.   Permitted Uses: In the RR rural residential district, the following shall be permitted uses: Accessory uses to one-family dwellings. Agricultural uses, as defined herein. One-family dwellings. (Ord. 92-10, 10-1-1992) C.   Special Uses: In an RR district, the following special uses may be allowed: Wind energy systems, as defined in and subject
Zoning & Land Use
Glen Ellyn · 10.5.4

Accessory structures and uses

This section of the Glen Ellyn zoning ordinance outlines regulations for accessory structures and uses, specifying limitations on their location, total area, number, and setbacks relative to the principal structure and property lines.

existing lot coverage ratio provided that the total lot coverage ratio shall be no more than 25 percent for a single-family dwelling of more than one story or 35 percent for a single-family dwelling of one story. Said single accessory structure shall have a peaked roof with a ridge height of nine feet or less and be constructed so that no wall of the structure is more than 12 feet in length. 3. Number: The total number...feet from a corner side property line. (d) Distance between buildings: Accessory buildings must be separated from each other by a minimum of five feet measured from wall to wall. (B) Accessory use: 1. Garage sale: (a) Limited to no more than two per year for each dwelling unit. (b) Shall comply with all pertinent Village laws and regulations. (c) Shall be limited to a period of no more than three consecutive days. (C) Trash containers and dumpsters: All trash
Zoning & Land Use
Monee · 11.7A-2

Permitted Uses

This section outlines the permitted uses within the R-1 Single-Family Residential District in Monee. It primarily allows for one-family detached dwellings but also permits accessory buildings, parking, group homes, nameplates/signs, and professional offices/home occupations with specific conditions.

Land shall be used and buildings shall be erected, altered, enlarged or used only for one or more of the following purposes: Accessory buildings. Automobile parking space. Group homes. Nameplates and signs. One-family unattached dwellings, subject to not more than one detached single-family...residential building shall be permitted on any lot. Professional offices and home occupations subject to the following conditions: A.   Location: A home occupation may be conducted in any dwelling unit in any zoning district in which dwelling units are permitted. Use of detached accessory buildings or structures for the home occupation is prohibited. B.   Allowable Square Footage: The home occupation shall be subordinate and incidental to the principal use of the building or structure for residential purposes, and not more
Zoning & Land Use
McCullom Lake · SECTION 10.7

R-6 Multiple Family Residence Districts (Condominiums)

This section outlines permitted and special uses within R-6 Multiple Family Residence Districts, primarily for condominiums, and specifies height regulations for various building types within these districts.

Parks and playgrounds, owned or operated by public or non-commercial agencies; e) Signs as permitted in Section 8 of this ordinance; f) One-family row dwellings, party-wall type with not more than six dwelling units in a building; g) Accessory uses shall be allowed in accordance with the provisions of this Ordinance. h) Group homes. 10.7-2 Special Uses. Special uses, as hereinafter enumerated, may be allowed subject to the issuance of special use permits in accordance with...commercially operated driving ranges, or miniature golf courses; j) Nursery schools and day nurseries; k) Club houses and other structures on the grounds of private clubs, golf courses and tennis clubs. 10.7-3 Height Regulations. d) One-family detached dwellings, two-family dwellings, rectories, parish houses, golf course clubhouses: twenty-five (25) feet and not over one and one-half (1½) stories. e) Multiple family dwellings: Thirty-five (35) feet and not over three and one-half (3½) stories
Zoning & Land Use
Rockdale · 90.113

R-3 (multiple-family) zone and R-4 (hotels, motels, lodginghouses, lodges and boardinghouses) zone

This section outlines the permitted uses within the R-3 (multiple-family) zone in Rockdale, including multiple-family dwellings, accessory buildings, and certain professional offices or home occupations with specific restrictions. It also details limitations on accessory buildings such as pole buildings and private garages.

Uses permitted in R-3 zones; minimum size of residence. (1) The uses permitted in the R-3 (multiple-family) zone are as follows: a. Multiple-family dwellings, apartment buildings designed to accommodate three or more families, and incidental to such use: 1. Other accessory buildings, such as playhouse, tool shed, hobby shop, etc. 2. Providing lodging or table board for not to exceed four persons in each housekeeping unit. 3. Professional offices and home occupations. Such offices or occupations...constructed within an R-3 zoning district in the village, said building shall conform to the following restrictions and limitations: a. No newly constructed private garage shall be larger than the attached residential dwelling. b. All new construction of accessory buildings shall be allowed in the rear 66 feet of the lot only. c. All newly constructed detached accessory buildings shall not increase the combined total square footage of all detached accessory buildings on the lot to an amount greater
Zoning & Land Use
Olympia Fields · 22.403

Special provisions for parking

This section establishes rules for the use, joint provision, computation, dimensions, and access of off-street parking facilities in Olympia Fields, particularly for residential uses.

street parking facilities accessory to residential use and developed in any residential district in accordance with the requirements of this section shall be used solely for the parking of passenger automobiles owned by occupants of the dwelling structures to which such facilities are accessory or by guests of the occupants. Under no circumstances shall required parking facilities accessory to residential structures be used for the storage of commercial vehicles or for the parking of automobiles belonging to the employees, owners...residence district. The sale of gasoline and motor oil in conjunction with accessory off-street parking facilities is not permitted in any residence district. (h) Maximum number of spaces. The total number of accessory parking spaces provided for one-family, two-family or multifamily dwellings or hotels shall not exceed that required herein for such use or for any equivalent new use by more than fifty (50) percent or four (4) spaces, whichever number is greater. (i) Floor area exemptions
Zoning & Land Use
Mount Prospect · 14.2401

Purpose

This section establishes rules for interpreting the chapter's definitions. It prioritizes definitions within the article, then the context, and finally defaults to Webster's Unabridged Dictionary (1979 edition) for undefined terms. It then provides specific definitions for terms like ABUTTING, ACCESSORY STRUCTURE, ACCESSORY USE, ALLEY, AMATEUR RADIO, and AMUSEMENT.

this code. HEIGHT, FENCE: The vertical distance as measured from grade level to the highest point of the fence, excluding the required drainage separation area as further defined in this chapter. HOME OCCUPATION: An accessory use conducted completely within a dwelling unit and clearly incidental and secondary to the use of the dwelling for residential purposes. No home occupation or part of any home occupation shall be conducted in a garage. A home occupation may include a for profit home...earth pressures. RETENTION (WET BOTTOM): Refer to section 15.202 of this Code. RIGHT-OF-WAY: Refer to section 15.202 of this Code. SENIOR HOUSING: Housing in which all dwelling units are intended, designed, maintained, and operated exclusively for occupancy by persons sixty two (62) years of age or older. SHED: Small accessory building, larger than an outdoor storage cabinet, whether or not placed on a permanent foundation, that is designed to store household items and equipment necessary to maintain
General Provisions