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Palatine · 10.02

R-1 Single-Family District

Summary

This section of the R-1 Single-Family District ordinance outlines permitted uses, including single-family dwellings, religious institutions, specific institutional uses, day care facilities and homes, village-operated facilities, temporary construction buildings, horticultural uses, and group homes with specific occupancy and code compliance requirements.

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Permitted uses. The following uses are permitted: ..... (1) Single-family detached dwellings. ..... (2) Religious Institutions; located twenty (20) feet or more from another residential lot, with any dwelling housing pastors, clergy or other administrators located not further than three hundred (300) feet from the lot of the principal Religious Institution building. ..... (3) Institutional uses; the following uses, provided any principal structure shall be located thirty (30) feet or more from any other lot in a residential district: ..... a. Public...dwelling shall obtain a rental license from the Health Department as required by Sec. 10-15 of the Palatine Code of Ordinances. ..... (16) Temporary Model Home/s, pursuant to the regulations of Section 10.01(h). ..... (17) Accessory unique use. ..... (d) Minimum ground floor area per dwelling. ..... (1) One-story dwellings: One thousand three hundred fifty (1,350) square feet. ..... (2) Multiple story dwellings: Eight hundred fifty (850) square feet. ..... (e) Minimum lot area per dwelling. ..... (1) Lots platted after January

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Palatine · 10.06

R-2 Single-Family District

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This section outlines permitted uses within the R-2 Single-Family District in Palatine. It primarily allows single-family detached dwellings and also permits religious institutions, various institutional uses, day care facilities and homes, village-operated facilities, temporary construction buildings, horticultural uses, and group homes with specific occupancy and licensing requirements.

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Permitted uses. The following uses are permitted: ..... (1) Single-family detached dwellings. ..... (2) Religious Institutions; located twenty (20) feet or more from another residential lot, with any dwelling housing pastors, clergy or other administrators located not further than three hundred (300) feet from the lot of the principal Religious Institution building. ..... (3) Institutional uses; the following uses, provided any principal structure shall be located thirty (30) feet or more from any other lot in a residential district: ..... a. Public...dwelling shall obtain a rental license from the Health Department as required by Sec. 10-15 of the Palatine Code of Ordinances. ..... (16) Temporary Model Homes, pursuant to the regulations in Section 10.01(h). ..... (17) Accessory unique use. ..... (d) Minimum ground floor area per dwelling: ..... (1) One-story dwellings: One thousand two hundred fifty (1,250) square feet. ..... (2) Multiple story dwellings: Eight hundred fifty (850) square feet. ..... (e) Minimum lot area per dwelling: ..... (1) Lots platted after January

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Elmhurst · 22.45

Accessory buildings and structures

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This section of Elmhurst's municipal ordinance outlines regulations for accessory buildings and structures, including restrictions on their use for living purposes, location relative to easements and lot lines, and specific dimensional and design standards for detached private garages.

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purpose of architectural compatibility, gambrel roofs shall be permitted if the principal structure has a gambrel roof. (d) Location. No detached accessory building shall be located closer to the front lot line than the principal dwelling on the lot. (e) On Corner Lots. No accessory building shall be erected in or encroach upon the required side yard of a corner lot which is adjacent to the street, nor upon the required side yard of a reversed corner lot which

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Woodridge · 9.9.3

Nonconforming Lots Of Record

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This section addresses nonconforming lots in Woodridge, requiring contiguous nonconforming lots under single ownership to be treated as an undivided parcel. Lot consolidation is mandated only when an owner applies for certain permits, with exceptions for minor structures.

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area for the zoning district in which it is located, it shall be used only in accordance with the following requirements. 1. In any district in which single-family, two-family or three-family dwellings are permitted, said buildings or structures and permitted accessory buildings may be erected on a nonconforming lot. However, lot area, widths, and yard requirements shall be not less than eighty percent (80%) of the minimum required dimensions for the zoning district in which the single...located. Any greater reduction than twenty percent (20%) shall be obtained only through action by the Plan Commission (see section 13.09 of this chapter). 2. In any district in which multiple-family dwellings or nonresidential buildings or structures are permitted, these buildings or structures and permitted accessory buildings may be erected on a nonconforming lot. However, lot area, width, and yard requirements shall be not less than ninety percent (90%) of the minimum required dimensions for the zoning district

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Roselle · 7.3

NONCONFORMING LOTS OF RECORD

Summary

This section addresses nonconforming lots of record by treating contiguous lots under single ownership as an undivided parcel and establishing minimum dimensional requirements (80% or 90% of zoning district minimums) for building on single nonconforming lots, with deviations requiring Planning and Zoning Commission approval.

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area for the zoning district in which it is located, it shall be used only in accordance with the following requirements. 1. In any district in which single-family, two-family or three-family dwellings are permitted, said buildings or structures and permitted accessory buildings may be erected on a nonconforming lot. However, lot area, widths, and yard requirements shall be not less than eighty (80) percent of the minimum required dimensions for the zoning district in which the single...parcel is located. Any greater reduction than twenty (20) percent shall be obtained only through action by the Planning and Zoning Commission. 2. In any district in which multiple-family dwellings or nonresidential buildings or structures are permitted, these buildings or structures and permitted accessory buildings may be erected on a nonconforming lot. However, lot area, width, and yard requirements shall be not less than ninety (90) percent of the minimum required dimensions for the zoning district in which

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Hoffman Estates · 9.5.3

R-3 One-Family Residential District

Summary

This section outlines the legislative intent and permitted uses within the R-3 One-Family Residential District in Hoffman Estates. It specifies that the district is intended for medium-density residential development and lists various permitted uses, including detached single-family dwellings and specific public and recreational facilities, along with a comprehensive list of accessory uses.

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street, in which case the required side yard shall be 30 feet or shall be equal to the existing setback of the principal structure, whichever is less. For additional regulations and requirements pertaining to accessory buildings, see Section 9-3-6. For uses other than dwellings, the minimum side yard setback shall be as prescribed by the Village Board. 6. Rear Yard. The minimum rear yard setback for one-family detached dwellings shall be 20 feet except where a rear...feet. Where a rear yard adjoins a street with a right-of-way width of over 66 feet, the required minimum rear yard shall be 35 feet. For additional regulations and requirements pertaining accessory buildings, see Section 9-3-6. For uses other than dwellings, the minimum rear yard setback shall be as prescribed by the Village Board. 7. Floor Area Ratio. The floor area ratio shall not exceed 0.35. E. Height Regulations. No portion of any building or structure

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Hoffman Estates · 9.5.5

R-5 One-Family Residential District

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This section outlines the legislative intent and permitted uses for the R-5 One-Family Residential District in Hoffman Estates, emphasizing medium-density development and listing various residential, recreational, and public uses, along with a comprehensive list of accessory uses.

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which case the requirement for the side yard shall be 25 feet or shall be equal to the existing setback of the principal structure, whichever is less. For additional regulations and requirements pertaining to accessory buildings, see Section 9-3-6. For uses other than dwellings, the minimum side yard setback shall be as prescribed by the Village Board. 6. Rear Yard. The minimum rear yard setback for one-family detached dwellings shall be 20 feet except where a rear...feet. Where a rear yard adjoins a street with a right-of-way width of over 66 feet the required minimum rear yard shall be 35 feet. For additional regulations and requirements pertaining to accessory buildings, see Section 9-3-6. For uses other than dwellings, minimum rear yard setback shall be as prescribed by the Village Board. 7. Floor Area Ratio. The floor area ratio shall not exceed 0.40. E. Height Regulations. No portion of any building or structure

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Hoffman Estates · 9.5.6

R-6 One-Family Residential District

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This section outlines the R-6 One-Family Residential District in Hoffman Estates, establishing it for medium-density residential development. It details permitted uses, including detached single-family dwellings, golf courses, parks, public facilities, community residences, and a comprehensive list of accessory uses, while also referencing special uses.

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which case the requirement for the side yard shall be 25 feet or shall be equal to the existing setback of the principal structure, whichever is less. For additional regulations and requirements pertaining to accessory buildings, see Section 9-3-6. For uses other than dwellings, the minimum side yard setback shall be as prescribed by the Village Board. 6. Rear Yard. The minimum rear yard setback for one-family detached dwellings shall be 20 feet except where a rear...feet. Where a rear yard adjoins a street with a right-of-way width of over 66 feet the required minimum rear yard shall be 35 feet. For additional regulations and requirements pertaining to accessory buildings, see Section 9-3-6. For uses other than dwellings, the minimum rear yard setback shall be as prescribed by the Village Board. 7. Floor Area Ratio. The floor area ratio shall not exceed 0.4. E. Height Regulations. No portion of any building

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Hoffman Estates · 9.5.4

R-4 One-Family Residential District

Summary

This section establishes the R-4 One-Family Residential District in Hoffman Estates, intended for medium-density housing. It lists permitted uses, including detached single-family dwellings and various public and recreational facilities, as well as a comprehensive list of accessory uses.

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which case the requirement for the side yard shall be 30 feet or shall be equal to the existing setback of the principal structure, whichever is less. For additional regulations and requirements pertaining to accessory buildings, see Section 9-3-6. For uses other than dwellings, the minimum side yard setback shall be as prescribed by the Village Board. 6. Rear Yard. The minimum rear yard setback for one-family detached dwellings shall be 20 feet except where a rear...feet. Where a rear yard adjoins a street with a right-of-way width of over 66 feet the required minimum rear yard shall be 35 feet. For additional regulations and requirements pertaining to accessory buildings, see Section 9-3-6. For uses other than dwellings, the minimum rear yard setback shall be as prescribed by the Village Board. 7. Floor Area Ratio. The floor area ratio shall not exceed 0.40. E. Height Regulations. No portion of any building

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Hoffman Estates · 9.5.7

R-7 One-Family Residential District

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This section establishes the R-7 One-Family Residential District, designed for single-family detached homes on small lots, often utilizing zero lot line construction and private courtyards. It outlines permitted uses, including various residential, recreational, and public facilities, as well as a comprehensive list of accessory uses.

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which case the requirement for the side yard shall be 20 feet or shall be equal to the existing setback of the principal structure, whichever is less. For additional regulations and requirements pertaining to accessory buildings, see Section 9-3-6. For uses other than dwellings, the minimum side yard setback shall be as prescribed by the Village Board. 6. Rear Yard. The minimum rear yard setback for one-family detached dwellings shall be 18 feet except where a rear...feet. Where a rear yard adjoins a street with a right-of-way width of over 66 feet the required minimum rear yard shall be 35 feet. For additional regulations and requirements pertaining to accessory buildings, see Section 9-3-6. For uses other than dwellings, the minimum rear yard setback shall be as prescribed by the Village Board. 7. Floor Area Ratio. The floor area ratio on lots less than 6,500 square feet shall be 0.45. On lots

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Palatine · 10.03

R-1A Single-Family District

Summary

This section of Palatine's R-1A Single-Family District ordinance outlines permitted uses, including single-family dwellings, religious institutions, various institutional uses like schools and libraries, day care facilities, village-operated facilities, temporary construction buildings, horticultural uses, and group homes with specific occupancy and licensing requirements.

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Permitted uses. The following uses are permitted: ..... (1) Single-family detached dwellings. ..... (2) Religious Institutions; located twenty (20) feet or more from another residential lot, with any dwelling housing pastors, clergy or other administrators located not further than three hundred (300) feet from the lot of the principal Religious Institution building. ..... (3) Institutional uses; the following uses, provided any principal structure shall be located thirty (30) feet or more from any other lot in a residential district: ..... a. Public...dwelling shall obtain a rental license from the Health Department as required by Sec. 10-15 of the Palatine Code of Ordinances. ..... (14) Temporary Model Home/s, subject to the regulations in Section 10.01(h). ..... (15) Accessory unique use. ..... (d) Minimum ground floor area per dwelling unit. ..... (1) One-story dwellings: One thousand three hundred (1,300) square feet. ..... (2) Multiple story dwellings: Eight hundred fifty (850) square feet. ..... (e) Minimum lot area per dwelling: Fifteen thousand (15,000) square feet

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Aurora · 49.107.9

"R-4A" Two-Family Dwelling District

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This section establishes the R-4A Two-Family Dwelling District, setting development standards for new two-family dwellings to ensure compatibility with single-family districts. It details minimum floor area requirements for different building types and sets maximum height limits and minimum lot sizes.

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Regulations . Permitted Uses . The Permitted Uses for this district as identified in Table One: Use Categories shall apply. Conditional Uses . The Conditional Uses for this district as identified in Table One: Use Categories shall apply. Accessory Uses . Limited but Permitted Uses . Bulk Restrictions . Building, Dwelling And Structure Standards . The minimum dwelling standards required in the R-4A shall be as follows: One-family dwellings. The same regulations shall apply as in the R-1 single-family dwelling district. Two-family...Size . Every one-family or two-family dwelling hereafter erected shall be on a lot having an area of not less than ten thousand (10,000) square feet and a width at the established building line of not less than seventy-five (75) feet. Lot Coverage . (Maximum area): Not more than forty (40) percent of the area of the zoning lot may be occupied by buildings or structures including accessory buildings. Monotony Standards . A newly-constructed single family detached home

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Riverside · 4.4.1

Code Adopted And Amendments

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This section adopts the 2024 International Residential Code (IRC) as the Residential Code for Riverside, making specific amendments. Notably, it deletes the energy conservation, plumbing, and electrical chapters, deferring to state and national codes, and amends flood hazard area regulations to reference village code.

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Carports , shall be and is hereby amended to add the following two sections, R317.8 and R317.9 as follows: R317.8 One Story Frame Detached Garages And Accessory Buildings: One story frame detached garages and accessory buildings shall comply with the construction requirements for one story dwellings, except that foundation walls and footings may not be less than 18 inches (457.2 mm) below finished grade, with a minimum thickness of 6 inches (152.4 mm) at the top and flared to a minimum...thickness of 12 inches (304.8 mm) at the bottom. R317.9 One Story Solid Masonry Veneer Detached Garages And Accessory Buildings: One story solid masonry or veneer detached garages and accessory buildings shall comply with the construction requirements for one story dwellings, except that combined foundation wall and footing is allowed, provided the bottom of any footing is a minimum of 42 inches (1066.8 mm) below grade and is flared to a thickness of 20 inches (508 mm). Section R317.1

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Riverside · 4.4.1

Code Adopted And Amendments

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This section adopts the 2024 International Residential Code (IRC) as the Residential Code for Riverside, making specific amendments. Notably, it deletes the energy conservation, plumbing, and electrical chapters, deferring to state and national codes, and amends flood hazard area regulations to reference village code.

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Carports , shall be and is hereby amended to add the following two sections, R317.8 and R317.9 as follows: R317.8 One Story Frame Detached Garages And Accessory Buildings: One story frame detached garages and accessory buildings shall comply with the construction requirements for one story dwellings, except that foundation walls and footings may not be less than 18 inches (457.2 mm) below finished grade, with a minimum thickness of 6 inches (152.4 mm) at the top and flared to a minimum...thickness of 12 inches (304.8 mm) at the bottom. R317.9 One Story Solid Masonry Veneer Detached Garages And Accessory Buildings: One story solid masonry or veneer detached garages and accessory buildings shall comply with the construction requirements for one story dwellings, except that combined foundation wall and footing is allowed, provided the bottom of any footing is a minimum of 42 inches (1066.8 mm) below grade and is flared to a thickness of 20 inches (508 mm). Section R317.1

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Winfield · 10.4I-2

Permitted Uses

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This section outlines the permitted residential and commercial uses within the R-7 Mixed Use District in Winfield. It includes a broad range of housing types and various retail, service, and professional businesses.

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including permitted home occupations. Community centers. Multiple-family dwellings, condominiums, apartments, and apartment hotels. One-family row dwellings (party wall) with not more than six (6) dwellings in a row or building. Two-family detached dwellings. B. Commercial uses: Any of the primary or accessory uses permitted within the TC town center district. Accessory uses, including off street parking and loading facilities as permitted or required in accordance with the provisions of chapter 9 of this title. Automotive parts accessory

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Palatine · 10.07

R-3 Multi-Family District

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This section outlines the permitted uses within the R-3 Multi-Family District in Palatine. It allows for various residential dwelling types, religious institutions, certain public and institutional uses, day care facilities and homes, village-operated facilities, temporary buildings, horticultural uses, and group homes with specific occupancy limitations.

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uses. The following uses are permitted: ..... (1) Single-family detached dwellings. ..... (2) Attached single-family dwellings. ..... (3) Two-family dwellings. ..... (4) Multiple-family dwellings. ..... (5) Religious Institutions; located twenty (20) feet or more from another residential lot, with any dwelling housing pastors, clergy or other administrators located not further than three hundred (300) feet from the lot of the principal Religious Institution building. ..... (6) Institutional uses; the following uses, provided any principal structure shall be located thirty (30) feet...side lot line of a front yard of an adjacent lot. ..... (21) Temporary Model Home/s, pursuant to the regulations in Section 10.01(h). ..... (22) Hair Salons ..... (23) Temporary Amusement Events for Non-Residential Properties ..... (24) Accessory unique use. ..... (d) Minimum ground floor area per dwelling unit: ..... (1) Detached single-family dwellings: Eight hundred (800) square feet. ..... (2) Multi-family units: Five hundred (500) square feet per unit. ..... (e) Minimum lot area per dwelling unit: ..... (1) Detached single-family dwellings

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Villa Park · 6.10.6

Home Occupations

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This section outlines regulations for home occupations in Villa Park, specifying that they are allowed as an accessory use to a dwelling, with restrictions on the operator's residency, floor area, location, sales, and the appearance and operation of the business to ensure it remains residential in nature. Day care homes are specifically exempted from these regulations.

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General 1. Home occupations are allowed as an accessory use to an allowed household living use, subject to the regulations of this section. 2. Day care homes are not regulated as home occupations and are exempt from the home occupation regulations of this section. Day care homes are allowed as indicated in Table 6-1. B. Operator The operator of a home occupation must be a full-time resident of the dwelling unit, and no more than one non-resident...exceed twenty-five (25) percent of the floor area of the dwelling or seven hundred (700) square feet, whichever is less. D. Location The home occupation must be conducted entirely within the dwelling and not from a detached or attached garage or other accessory structure. Equipment, materials, samples and vehicles incidental to the home occupation may be stored in a detached or attached garage or other accessory structure, provided that the business activity is confined to the dwelling. E. Sales

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Lake Forest · 159.086

Gr-4 General Residence District

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This section establishes the GR-4 General Residence District, intended for low-density housing that transitions between business areas and single-family residences. It permits single-family detached and attached dwellings, public recreational facilities, and accessory uses, with specific density limits and limitations on attached dwelling units.

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same zoning lot as a principal use. Recreational facilities, such as tennis courts, swimming pools, club houses and other similar facilities, intended for use by the occupants of the development, shall be permitted accessory uses and/or buildings in a single-family attached dwelling development. (C) Special uses. Special uses may be allowed in the GR-4 General Residence District as provided in § 159.045. (D) Density. The gross density shall be not more than four dwelling units per acre...relationships. (Setbacks from perimeter property line). (a) Permitted uses. Required Setbacks Front Yard Interior Side Yard Corner Side Yard Rear Yard Single-family attached dwellings 40 40 40 40 Single-family detached dwellings 40 12 40 40 All other permitted uses 40 20 40 40 (b) Accessory uses. Required Setbacks Front Yard Interior Side Yard Corner Side Yard Rear Yard Buildings, accessory 40 10 40 10 (2) Internal relationships. (a) A minimum setback of 20 feet (eaves to eaves) shall

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Forest Park · 8.2.3

Permit Fees

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This section establishes a fee schedule for various building permits in Forest Park, including new construction, additions, repairs, alterations, demolition, roofing, temporary structures, and miscellaneous construction. Fees are often calculated based on the contract value or size of the project.

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permit, as required by this Code, shall be issued until the fee prescribed herein has been paid. A. New construction and additions (including garages and accessory buildings): Residential buildings: One- and two-family dwellings $15.00 per contracted $1,000.00 3 or more dwelling units $25.00 per contracted $1,000.00 Plan review Third party review expense plus $25.00 Commercial/industrial buildings: $20.00 per contracted $1,000.00 Plan review Third party review expense plus $25.00 All other uses $25.00 per contracted...with minimum fee of $25.00. No charge for contracts under $2,500.00 Commercial, industrial and other buildings: $25.00 per contracted $1,000.00 C. Demolition: Garages and accessory buildings $50.00 each Other structures $25.00 per contracted $1,000.00 D. Roofing (removal and replacement, recoating or additional layer): One- and two-family dwellings $75.00, no fee for contracts under $5,000.00 3 or more dwelling units $20.00 per contracted $1,000.00 Commercial, industrial and other buildings $25.00 per contracted

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Northlake · 8.1F-3.6

Environmental Requirements

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This section establishes minimum property maintenance standards for exterior areas in Northlake, focusing on sanitation, drainage, weed control, pest extermination, and the condition of accessory structures and vehicles. It mandates periodic inspections by the director of public services to ensure compliance.

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responsible for such extermination in the exterior area of the premises of a single-family dwelling. Whenever infestation exists in the shared or public parts of the premises of other than a single-family dwelling, extermination shall be the responsibility of the owner. 5. Accessory Structures: All accessory structures, including detached garages, shall be maintained structurally sound and in good repair. (Ord. O-15-95, 5-15-1995) 6. Motor Vehicles 1 : a. No more than one currently unregistered and/or...Prohibited: Exterior exit stairways are prohibited as a means of access to any floors above the entry floor nearest to the grade of the real property zoned or lawfully used for single-family dwellings. (Ord. O-03-98, 1-5-1998) 6. Windows, Doors And Hatchways: a. Generally: (1) Every window, exterior door and basement hatchway shall be substantially tight and shall be kept in sound condition and repair. (2) Every window, door and frame shall be constructed and maintained

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River Forest · 10.10.5

Lot Coverage And Floor Area Ratio

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This ordinance section establishes limits on lot coverage and floor area ratio for R3 Single-Family (Attached) Residential Districts in River Forest. It specifies maximum percentages for lot coverage and a floor area ratio, with conditions related to minimum living area, number of bedrooms, and accessory building placement in rear yards.

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percent of a corner lot and the maximum floor area ratio shall not exceed 0.8, provided that: A. The gross living area for each dwelling is not less than two thousand square feet. B. Each dwelling shall have at least two bedrooms. C. An accessory building may occupy not more than thirty percent of a required rear yard

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Bellwood · 150.23

Certificate Of Occupancy

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This section mandates that a certificate of occupancy must be obtained from the Building Commissioner before a building or structure can be used or occupied, or if its occupancy classification changes. Certificates are required for new construction (excluding minor accessory structures), additions, basement build-outs, and commercial/industrial build-outs, with specific inspection approvals from multiple departments.

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until the Building Commissioner has issued a certificate of occupancy as provided for in the Building Code. (B) Certificates of occupancy will be issued for: (1) All new construction except for sheds, fences and similar accessory structures. (2) Additions to any commercial, industrial or dwelling unit or commercial. (3) Basement build-outs in any dwelling unit. (4) Commercial or industrial build-outs prior to issuance of a business license. (5) Certificate of occupancy inspections. Approval required by: (a) Bellwood Zoning

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Orland Park · 5.1.14

International Residential Code

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Orland Park adopts the International Residential Code (IRC) by reference, incorporating amendments for detached and vertically attached single-family dwellings. It specifies which chapters are adopted and references the International Building Code (IBC) for additional residential construction regulations.

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ALARMS 34. That Section R314.8 shall be added to Section 314 to read as follows: R314.8 HEAT ALARMS AND LOCATIONS: Heat alarms shall be installed within attached garages when accessory to residential occupancies. Alarms installed shall detect heat temperatures between 175 to 250 degrees Fahrenheit and shall be interconnected with dwelling unit smoke detectors as referenced in Section R314.4 of this code. R3214.8.1 HEAT ALARM LISTINGS: Heat alarms shall be tested and listed in accordance with the requirements of NFPA...located within the existing foundation's over-dig unless adequate bearing is achieved for soil bearing needs. Definitions - Additions: Porch: An exterior Porch is a roofed over deck or patio attached to the dwelling and is open or screened as an exterior accessory use. An exterior porch may have exterior walls no higher than eighteen (18) inches above the floor, with the remainder of the perimeter open. Open porches are exterior structures allowing the use of concrete piers and posts

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Orland Park · 5.1.14

International Residential Code

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Orland Park adopts the International Residential Code (IRC) by reference, incorporating amendments for detached and vertically attached single-family dwellings. It specifies which chapters are adopted and references the International Building Code (IBC) for additional residential construction regulations.

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ALARMS 34. That Section R314.8 shall be added to Section 314 to read as follows: R314.8 HEAT ALARMS AND LOCATIONS: Heat alarms shall be installed within attached garages when accessory to residential occupancies. Alarms installed shall detect heat temperatures between 175 to 250 degrees Fahrenheit and shall be interconnected with dwelling unit smoke detectors as referenced in Section R314.4 of this code. R3214.8.1 HEAT ALARM LISTINGS: Heat alarms shall be tested and listed in accordance with the requirements of NFPA...located within the existing foundation's over-dig unless adequate bearing is achieved for soil bearing needs. Definitions - Additions: Porch: An exterior Porch is a roofed over deck or patio attached to the dwelling and is open or screened as an exterior accessory use. An exterior porch may have exterior walls no higher than eighteen (18) inches above the floor, with the remainder of the perimeter open. Open porches are exterior structures allowing the use of concrete piers and posts

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Romeoville · 157.041

Home Occupations

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This section outlines the intent and purpose of allowing restricted occupational uses within residential dwelling units in Romeoville. It establishes conditions for home occupations to ensure they are incidental to residential use, compatible with neighborhoods, limited in scope, and do not detract from residential character.

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later than 8:00 p.m. (5) Patronage. No more than five persons may avail themselves of the services provided by the home occupation use at a given dwelling unit at any given moment in time. (6) Storage outdoor. There shall be no exterior storage outside the principal building or accessory structure of equipment, product or the like in conjunction with the home occupation. (7) Conduct and appearance. The home occupation shall be conducted entirely within the principal residential building. There...mail or telephone and the business does not involve the receipt, shipment, delivery or storage of merchandise/materials/product on or from the premises. (10) Alterations. There shall be no alterations to the principal residential building or accessory structures, which changes the character thereof, as a dwelling unit. (11) Equipment. No mechanical or electrical equipment may be used except such types as are customary for purely domestic, household or hobby purposes. (12) Deliveries. There shall be no deliveries to or from

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