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Oakbrook Terrace · 156.076

R-2 single-family attached

Summary

This section establishes regulations for R-2 single-family attached residential districts in Oakbrook Terrace. It outlines general conditions, permitted and special uses, minimum floor area requirements, and lot area and width standards for attached single-family dwellings.

Section Text

Special uses. The following uses may be allowed by special use in accordance with the provisions of § 156.022 of this code: (1) Special uses permitted in an R-1 District. (2) Clubhouses and common recreational facilities accessory to attached single-family dwellings, for the sole use of residents and their guests. (3) Roof-mounted private solar collection panels. (D) Minimum floor area. There shall be provided a minimum floor area as follows: (1) Not less than 1,500 square feet

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Justice · 3.36

Definition; Revocable Use:

Summary

This section defines a 'home occupation' as an accessory use within a dwelling unit, requiring it to be conducted by a resident family member, secondary to residential use, and limited to 25% of the dwelling's area. It also classifies home occupations as revocable special uses, requiring landlord approval for rentals and allowing for revocation by the village board if neighbors' rights are impinged.

Section Text

used in this article, “home occupation” means an accessory use conducted completely within a dwelling unit in an R-1, R-2, R-2A, R-3 and R-5 zoning classification. The occupation shall be carried on by any member of the immediate family residing on the premises, clearly incidental and secondary to the use of the dwelling for residential purposes. Not more than twenty five percent (25%) of the area of the dwelling unit shall be devoted

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River Forest · 4.1.6

International Fire Code, 2018 Edition

Summary

This section adopts the 2018 International Fire Code for River Forest, with specific amendments including changes to the Board of Appeals, penalty provisions, and requirements for automatic fire suppression sprinkler systems, safety data sheets, and hazardous material inventory statements.

Section Text

area of 500 square feet or less, and the building is protected with an automatic fire detection system, monitored by the local jurisdiction, no High Hazard occupancy, no basements or below grade areas, no sleeping or dwelling units and the primary and accessory buildings are in compliance with Table 602 for fire separation distance. Exception 3. Single family residential structure, pursuant to Section R313.3, Automatic Fire Sprinkler Systems, of the 2018 Edition of the International Residential Code. 905.3.1 Height. Delete

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River Forest · 4.1.16

International Existing Building Code, 2018 Edition

Summary

River Forest adopts the 2018 International Existing Building Code, with amendments including the replacement of the Board of Appeals section with a reference to the International Building Code and the requirement for automatic fire suppression sprinkler systems in significant additions or renovations.

Section Text

area of 500 square feet or less, and the building is protected with an automatic fire detection system, monitored by the local jurisdiction, no High Hazard occupancy, no basements or below grade areas, no sleeping or dwelling units and the primary and accessory buildings are in compliance with Table 602 Fire-Resistance Rating Requirements for Exterior Walls Based on Fire Separation Distance (IBC, 2018 Edition). Add the following Section 1301.5.4 Sprinkler system requirements: The local sprinkler system requirements, including local

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Westchester · 18.44.140

Parking spaces—Design and maintenance

Summary

This section outlines the design and maintenance requirements for off-street parking spaces in Westchester. It covers surfacing, screening, lighting, signage, and prohibits vehicle repair work in residence districts.

Section Text

than on the same lot occupied by the use served shall be open to the sky except when otherwise allowed as a special use. (b) SURFACING. All open off-street parking areas, except a single parking space accessory to a one-family dwelling, shall be properly drained and improved with a compacted macadam base not less than six inches thick, surfaced with asphaltic concrete or some comparable all-weather dustless material, all as required by the enforcing officer of this...five feet nor more than seven feet in height. (d) LIGHTING. Any lighting used to illuminate off street parking areas shall be directed away from residential properties in such a way as not to create a nuisance. (e) SIGNS. Accessory signs are permitted on parking areas. (f) REPAIR AND SERVICE. No motor vehicle repair work of any kind shall be permitted in conjunction with accessory off-street parking facilities provided in a residence district

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Roselle · 2.7

Home Occupations

Summary

This section establishes regulations for home occupations to ensure they are compatible with residential neighborhoods. It outlines standards for location, operation, employee limitations, size, and prohibits certain activities like automotive repair and direct sales from the dwelling.

Section Text

Occupation located on the premises, including but not limited to outside display of goods and outside storage of equipment or materials utilized in the Home Occupation. 3. The Home Occupation shall be conducted completely within the dwelling unit, and not from an accessory building or structure, whether attached or detached, except that a fenced-in yard may also be used for babysitting, Day Care Homes, and Group Day Care Homes. A garage may be used for a Home Occupation only

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Schaumburg · 151.08

PAVEMENT DESIGN STANDARDS AND SPECIFICATIONS

Summary

This section outlines the general principles and design standards for street pavements, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks to be dedicated to public use or built as private streets within Schaumburg. It references state and AASHTO specifications and relates design requirements to street classification.

Section Text

area or storage area. (7) Parking Lots: (a) Construction and Design: Construction and design of parking lots shall be as follows. This design shall pertain to all open off-street parking areas and aisles, except parking spaces accessory to a single-family dwelling: 1. Surface Course: Surface course shall be a minimum of one and one-half inches (1-½") of bituminous concrete surface course, compacted. 2. Binder Course: Binder course shall be a minimum of one and one-half inches

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Clarendon Hills · 20.10.9

Storage Of Commercial And Recreational Vehicles

Summary

This section prohibits the outdoor overnight storage of most commercial vehicles in residential districts, with exceptions for certain standard-sized passenger vehicles and vehicles actively engaged in work. For non-residential districts, commercial vehicles used in the normal course of business are permitted, provided their primary purpose isn't advertising.

Section Text

SUVs), standard passenger size livery vehicles, and pick-up trucks), which are permitted to be stored or parked outdoors overnight on lots in residential districts. This includes vehicles owned and used for commercial purposes by the occupant of a dwelling or guest, provided that the vehicle is stored or parked in a permitted parking area. Permitted commercial vehicles may include the logo of the commercial business painted on or applied to the vehicle. All other commercial vehicles including...period for loading and unloading purposes. Licenses: State license plates and village vehicle licenses shall be current and properly displayed. Use: A recreational vehicle, boat, or commercial trailer shall not be used as a dwelling, or as a storage or accessory building, or as part of any business enterprise. Flammable Liquids: The owner of a boat, boat trailer, commercial trailer, or recreational vehicle shall not park, let stand or store such boat, boat trailer, commercial trailer, or recreational vehicle

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Clarendon Hills · 20.2.3

Definition Of General Terms

Summary

This section provides definitions for general terms used within the Clarendon Hills municipal ordinances, specifically within the domain of zoning. It clarifies the meaning of words like 'abut', 'adjacent', 'adjoin', and various types of 'accessory' structures and uses.

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customary and subordinate to the use of the principal building. ACCESSORY STRUCTURE: A detached structure, other than an accessory building, located on the same lot as the principal building that is incidental to the use of the principal building. ACCESSORY USE: A use of land or a structure, or portion thereof, customarily incidental and subordinate to the principal use of the land or structure. ADDITION: Construction that increases the size of a structure in terms of building footprint, height...service establishments. HEDGE: A row of closely planted shrubs, bushes, or any kind of plant forming a boundary. HOME-BASED BUSINESS/HOME OCCUPATION: Any commercial activity carried out for economic gain by a resident, conducted as an accessory use in the resident's dwelling unit. HOTEL: A facility that provides sleeping accommodations for a fee and customary lodging services. Related ancillary uses include, but are not be limited to, meeting facilities, restaurants, bars, and recreational facilities for the use of guests

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Green Oaks · 8.5A-2

Permitted Uses

Summary

This section specifies permitted uses within the Sr-5 Suburban Residence District, primarily allowing accessory uses and specific forms of agriculture, including detailed requirements for livestock raising based on animal type, land area, fence height, and property line setbacks.

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fence shall exceed 7 feet in height nor have an opacity of greater than 50% within any required yard. 5. Roosters are not permitted. E. Nursery, tree and shrub; and F. Orchard. Cemetery. Private stable, accessory to residence. Single-family dwellings, one per lot. Temporary buildings solely for construction purposes for a period not to exceed such construction. Unilluminated "For Sale" and "To Rent" signs subject to the following: A. There shall be not more than one sign

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Darien · 5A-11.2.1

General Requirements

Summary

This section outlines the location requirements for off-street parking spaces, mandating that they be on the same lot or within 300 feet of the served building or use, with specific provisions for nonconforming parking lots and joint parking facilities. It also addresses the possibility of parking in required yards for joint facilities.

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City Council. (B) Joint Parking Facilities: 1. Off-street parking facilities for separate uses may be provided collectively, if the total number of spaces so provided is not less than the sum of the separate requirements governing location of accessory off-street parking spaces in relation to the use served, and is located not more than three hundred feet (300') walking distance from all of the buildings, structures, and uses which such parking is intended to serve. 2. Further...Wall 45 degrees 9' 17'4" 13' 47'8" 60 degrees 9' 19' 17' 55' 90 degrees 9' 18' 24' 60' 4. Surfacing And Striping: All open off street parking facilities and maneuvering areas, including parking spaces accessory to a single-family dwelling, shall be constructed with asphalt, concrete or other approved hard surface paver material in compliance with the engineering specifications as approved by city council, and as may be amended from time to time. All off street parking

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Downers Grove · Sec 26.505

Building Protection

Summary

This section establishes requirements for building protection within flood-prone areas, mandating minimum elevation, floodproofing, or other protective measures for new and existing buildings to prevent surface stormwater entry.

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buildings, shall be elevated, floodproofed or otherwise protected such that the lowest entry shall be at least three (3) feet above the nearest base flood elevation to prevent the entry of surface stormwater. Detached garages and accessory buildings not suitable for human dwelling shall be constructed with all new and added usable space elevated to at least one (1) foot above the base flood elevation. Floodproofing devices shall be operational without human intervention. If electricity is required for protection against

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Richmond · 2.5

P.E

Summary

This section outlines the off-street parking requirements for a variety of commercial recreation, indoor amusement, and residential land uses within the Village of Richmond.

Section Text

square feet NFA Restaurants with Entertainment 1 space per 100 square feet Rinks, Ice, Roller Skating 1 space per 200 square feet NFA Village of Richmond Unified Development Ordinance Page 6- 10. RESIDENTIAL USES, as follows: Accessory Apartment/Dwelling Unit 1 space per dwelling unit Bed & Breakfast Lodge, Inn 1 space per guestroom, plus 3 spaces for the innkeeper's residence Convalescent, Nursing Home, Rest Home 1 space per 3 residents, plus 1 space per employee Convents, Rectories, Parish Houses

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Schiller Park · 120.103

Penalties

Summary

This section establishes mandatory daily fines for violations related to short-term rental units, ranging from $100 to $750 per day. Each day a violation continues or a structure is used or offered as a short-term rental unit constitutes a separate offense.

Section Text

mandatory fine of 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 subchapter, each day a residential principal structure, residential dwelling unit, temporary structure, or any accessory structure, or part thereof, is offered for rent as a short term rental unit; is leased, rented, loaned, 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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Chicago · 18.28.202

Definitions.

Summary

This section of the Chicago municipal ordinance provides definitions for various terms related to air quality, appliances, and construction materials. It clarifies terms such as Abrasive Material, Air Conditioning, Appliance Type, and Air Makeup.

Section Text

that, for air circulation, depends on a blower not furnished as part of the furnace. DUCT SYSTEM. A continuous passageway for the transmission of air, that, in addition to ducts, includes duct fittings, dampers, fans and accessory air handling equipment and appliances. DWELLING UNIT. As defined in Chapter 14B-2. ELECTRICAL HEATING APPLIANCE. An appliance that produces heat energy to create a warm environment by the application of electric power to resistance elements, refrigerant compressors or dissimilar material junctions. ENERGY

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Winthrop Harbor · 154.179

Design And Maintenance

Summary

This section establishes requirements for the design and maintenance of off-street parking areas in Winthrop Harbor. It specifies paving, screening, lighting, and prohibits vehicle repair services within these facilities.

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street parking spaces may be open to the sky or enclosed in a building. (B) All open off-street parking areas except required parking spaces accessory to a single-family dwelling shall be graded and paved or otherwise improved with an all-weather, dustless material. (C) All open off-street parking areas containing more than six parking spaces shall be effectively screened on each side that adjoins any property situated in a residential district by a wall, fence, or densely

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Hanover Park · 110.5.11

HC high cube district

Summary

This section establishes the "HC high cube district" for unified, campus-like development of mixed office, research, and light to medium industrial uses. It prioritizes large-scale developments with adequate public services and substantial landscape buffering, allowing for high-bulk, open-span structures typical of warehousing and distribution.

Section Text

limited to tennis courts, golf courses, and jogging, walking and biking trails and paths. f. Showroom and sales area as accessory uses to principal uses. g. Retail business services and personal service uses shall be permitted only as accessory uses, to consist of not more than 15 percent of the building area. The retail business and personal service uses shall be ones that primarily service the principal use. h. Village-owned utilities and facilities. i. Sexually oriented business, provided...facility. h. Adult use recreational cannabis business. 5.11.4. Conditions of use. a. The minimum net development area to be located in this district shall be 50 acres. b. Residential units shall not be allowed. Watchmen's dwellings shall be permitted only as accessory uses on the premises where employed. c. All business, servicing or processing, except for off-street parking and off-street loading, shall be conducted within completely enclosed buildings, unless otherwise indicated herein. d. Processes and equipment employed

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Glenview · 30.3

Fee discount for certain single-family building permits

Summary

The Village of Glenview offers a 25% discount on building and plan review permit fees for single-family home improvement projects, including additions and accessory structures, when applications are filed between December 1 and February 28 annually.

Section Text

December 1 and February 28 each year, the Village of Glenview will extend a 25 percent discount on associated building and plan review permit fees for single-family home improvement projects including room additions, interior remodeling, and accessory uses to single-family dwellings including but not limited to detached garages, sheds, decks, fences, swimming pools, gazebos, and concrete and asphalt flatwork

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West Dundee · 10.5E-2

Permitted Uses

Summary

This section outlines the permitted uses within the Office District in West Dundee. It allows for various types of professional and administrative offices, as well as residential dwelling units above the first floor, and accessory uses related to these permitted uses.

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attorneys, engineers and insurance offices. Executive or administrative offices of manufacturing, commercial, service and industrial companies and corporations where only executive, administrative and clerical functions are performed. Offices for educational, fraternal, professional and religious organizations. Residential dwelling units above first floor only. Accessory uses to the above permitted uses

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Hanover Park · 110.5.10

BP business park district

Summary

This section establishes the Business Park (BP) district in Hanover Park, aiming to foster unified, campus-like developments for mixed office, research, and light industrial uses. It emphasizes desirable economic activities that are hazard- and nuisance-free, adequately served by public improvements, and buffered from surrounding areas.

Section Text

limited to tennis courts, golf courses, and jogging, walking and biking trails and paths. i. Showroom and sales area as accessory uses to principal uses. j. Retail business services and personal service uses shall be permitted only as accessory uses to comprise not more than 15 percent of the building area. The retail businesses and personal service uses shall be ones that primarily service the occupancy of the principal use. 5.10.3. Special uses. The following uses may be allowed...cultivation center. g. Medical cannabis dispensing facility. h. Adult use recreational cannabis business. 5.10.4. Conditions of use. a. The minimum net development area shall be 15 acres. b. Residential units shall not be allowed. Watchmen's dwellings shall be permitted only as accessory uses on the premises where employed. c. All business, servicing or processing, except for off-street parking and off-street loading, shall be conducted within completely enclosed buildings, unless otherwise indicated herein. d. Processes and equipment employed

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Stickney · 18.252

Special requirements

Summary

This section outlines specific requirements for the installation and maintenance of TVRO (Television Receive-Only) satellite dishes within the village, focusing on size, location, screening, and adherence to other village ordinances.

Section Text

TVRO shall be totally screened, for its entire height, from view at ground level from any adjacent lot or street, public or private. Screening shall be provided by any one or more of the following: The dwelling, garages, storage buildings or other accessory buildings on the lot where such TVRO is located; or landscaping and plantings which provide yearround screening. (5) No more than one such TVRO may be installed on a single zoning lot. (6) In every case

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Stickney · 18.66

Rental units inspection

Summary

This section mandates annual inspections of all rental dwelling units and non-owner-occupied properties in Stickney to ensure compliance with building and environmental standards. It also requires rental permits for these units, contingent upon successful inspection.

Section Text

flats; (3) Residential portions of office, store or other business buildings which are subject to such additional requirements as may apply to business buildings; (4) All other multi-family residential buildings with two or more dwelling units; and, (5) Buildings customarily accessory to the forgoing. (b) Permits. All rental units shall be required to maintain a permit certifying compliance with the items in section 18-64. Applications for permits shall be made in writing and shall state the name...inspection and occupancy. A certificate of inspection and occupancy shall be issued only if the building or structure meets all requirements enumerated in this section. It shall be illegal for anyone to rent, lease or license any rental dwelling units or non-owner occupied properties in the Village of Stickney without first obtaining a certificate of inspection and occupancy. No license of any kind shall be allowed to be issued to permit any business occupation where a certificate of inspection

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Lake Forest · 151.03

Waiver Of Permit

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This section outlines the conditions and process for obtaining a waiver for a grading permit for minor property improvements on previously developed land. It requires specific documentation and a property owner's signed statement accepting responsibility for any drainage issues.

Section Text

waiver of the grading permit may be approved by the City Surveyor and Engineer only on property previously improved with the principal use or structure; where the project consists only of minor additions to existing dwellings or structures, the construction of accessory buildings, tennis courts, swimming pools or minor landscaping. (B) The waiver request shall include a description and address of the property, a brief description and site plan of the work to be performed, and a statement signed

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Posen · 6.14.1

Construction And Installation Of Satellite Dish Antennas

Summary

This section regulates the installation and maintenance of commercial and private television receive only (TVRO) antennas within the Village of Posen. It establishes rules regarding size, placement, number per lot, compliance with other ordinances, screening, and aesthetic considerations.

Section Text

standards set forth under the terms of the Zoning Ordinance of the Village for variations from the provisions of such Ordinance. 6. Screening shall be provided by any one or more of the following: the dwelling, garage, storage building, or other accessory building on the lot where such TVRO is located, or landscaping and plantings which provide year-round screening. 7. All installations shall exhibit architectural quality, coloration to blend with surroundings and structural integrity. No advertising, logos or symbols

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South Barrington · 8.5.3

Rules And Regulations

Summary

This section outlines the rules and regulations for installing and maintaining TVRO (Satellite Antennas) within South Barrington. It specifies requirements for use, size, height, construction, location, screening, number of antennas, and architectural compatibility.

Section Text

TVRO shall be totally screened, for its entire height, from view at ground-level from any adjacent lot or street, public or private. Screening shall be provided by any one or more of the following: the dwelling, garages, storage buildings or other accessory buildings on the lot where such TVRO is located; or landscaping and plantings which provide year- round screening. F. Number of TVRO's: No more than one such TVRO may be installed on a single zoning

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R-2 single-family attached

Definition; Revocable Use:

International Fire Code, 2018 Edition

International Existing Building Code, 2018 Edition

Parking spaces—Design and maintenance

Home Occupations

PAVEMENT DESIGN STANDARDS AND SPECIFICATIONS

Storage Of Commercial And Recreational Vehicles

Definition Of General Terms

Permitted Uses

General Requirements

Building Protection

P.E

Penalties

Definitions.

Design And Maintenance

HC high cube district

Fee discount for certain single-family building permits

Permitted Uses

BP business park district

Special requirements

Rental units inspection

Waiver Of Permit

Construction And Installation Of Satellite Dish Antennas

Rules And Regulations