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Glencoe · 31.1.16

Form And Contents Of Preliminary Plat

Summary

This section outlines the specific information and documentation required for a preliminary plat of subdivision submitted to Glencoe. It details requirements for plat submission, scale, engineering plans, existing and proposed infrastructure, utility easements, storm water and grading compliance, tree surveys, subdivision naming, and property location.

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condition of all trees with a caliper of six inches or larger when measured 54 inches above the ground. The preliminary plat shall comply with the provisions of article III of chapter 34 of this code, the village's tree preservation regulations; (j)   A proposed name of the subdivision; (k)   The location of the subject property by township, section, town and range, or by other legal description; (l)   The description and location of all existing survey monuments erected
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Mundelein · 16.23.050

Permit issuance

Summary

This section mandates that a tree permit is required for any work involving grading, building construction, or tree removal on specific parcels. It outlines the conditions for permit issuance, including application approval, fee payment, security, and specifies time limitations for work commencement and completion, as well as conditions for revocation and exemptions.

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natural disasters; 2. Trees and shrubbery which have become, or immediately threaten to become, a hazard to persons, property, or other vegetation and must be destroyed in accordance with this chapter; 3. Properties for which a specific landscaping or tree preservation plan has, prior to the effective date of this landscape code, been approved pursuant to the terms of an annexation agreement, special use permit ordinance, or other specific agreement or ordinance applicable to such property; 4. Plants grown
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Mettawa · Section 15.1205. Development Plan Requirements.
Summary

This section outlines the requirements for a preliminary development plan application for a planned unit development in Mettawa. It mandates specific information regarding the project's objectives, ownership, proposed use, and a detailed quantitative summary of land uses and structures.

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common areas. 7.   Maps and Illustrations. a.   Existing Site Conditions. A map is required that illustrates existing site conditions including topography, water-related features, vegetation, wetlands, ravines, floodplains, unique soils conditions, and other environmental data including a tree survey. b.   Surrounding Conditions. A map is required that illustrates the land use and environmental conditions of the surrounding neighborhood within a 500-foot radius around the subject site, particularly illustrating the adjacent lots showing their lot lines, structures, setbacks, and driveways...Landscape, Free Preservation, and Grading Plan. A plan is required that illustrates the earth moving, if any, to be done on the site, together with a preliminary plan for the enhancement of the vegetation on the site, including a tree preservation plan. g.   Subdivision Sketch Plan. A sketch plan is required that illustrates the maximum number of lots and/or dwelling units that could be achieved through a conventional subdivision of the site including the location of public street(s) that
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East Dundee · 158.01

Purpose And Scope

Summary

This section establishes landscaping, screening, and tree preservation standards for property development in East Dundee to ensure attractive, safe, and comfortable conditions. It aims to mitigate negative impacts from traffic, lighting, and heat, while promoting stormwater percolation, with specific requirements for parkway trees in all new developments.

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These standards are established to create attractive and harmonious landscape, screening and tree preservation standards for the development of property in the village. The intent of the required plan review is to ensure that the village remains attractive, safe and comfortable. This chapter shall govern all developments except detached single and attached two-family residential subdivisions. (B)   Parkway trees along all public streets shall be provided in all new developments including detached single and attached two-family residential subdivisions
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Evergreen Park · 21.138

Tree Permit Application Procedure

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This section outlines the procedure for applying for tree permits in Evergreen Park. It details requirements for simple removals/plantings and more significant ones, including the need for a tree preservation plan, and sets a 15-working-day decision timeline.

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person or by phone and the Village arborist shall make an inspection and render a determination. If a removal or planting is significant or in conjunction with any type of development of the principal structure, then a full tree preservation plan and inventory for the area to be impacted may be required. The Village shall review the application. This review shall include an inspection of the site and referral of the application for recommendation to other appropriate administrative departments
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Hickory Hills · 39.13

Tree Permit Application Procedure

Summary

This section outlines the procedure for applying for tree removal or planting permits on public property in Hickory Hills. It differentiates between simple and significant applications, detailing review processes and timelines.

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person or by phone and the City arborist shall make an inspection and render a determination. If a removal or planting is significant or in conjunction with any type of development of the principal structure, then a full tree preservation plan and inventory for the area to be impacted may be required. The City shall review the application. This review shall include an inspection of the site and referral of the application for recommendation to other appropriate administrative departments
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Mount Prospect · 15.303

Preliminary Plat Of Subdivision

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This section outlines the requirements for submitting a preliminary plat of subdivision for parcels of five acres or more in Mount Prospect. It details the necessary general information and existing conditions that must be shown on the plat, including details on names, scale, legal descriptions, ownership, and existing infrastructure and topographical features.

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year flood fringe. (2)   Lakes, ponds, swamps, marshes, wetland areas, retention basins, and any detention basins showing their normal shorelines, floodway limits and lines of inflow and outflow, if any. d.   Natural features such as wooded areas and isolated preservable trees. e.   The location of all existing structures and their elevations, showing those that will be removed and those that will remain on the parcel after the final plat is recorded. f.   The location and size of existing sanitary
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Bloomingdale · 11.4.4.1

Buildings And Building Additions In Estate, Single- Family And General Residence Districts

Summary

This section establishes design standards for buildings and additions in estate, single-family, and general residence districts within Bloomingdale. It addresses building placement, roof pitch, massing, entry emphasis, overhangs, facade treatment, and window detailing and placement.

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greater than five to twelve (5:12). M.   Antimonotony: Buildings should not create monotony due to extreme similarities with adjacent buildings in the surrounding neighborhood. N.   Landscaping: Subject properties must comply with chapter 16 of this title, the village tree preservation provisions. A landscaping plan shall be submitted which shall provide for perimeter as well as foundation plantings. Further, the area on the lot to be cleared should be no greater than the footprint of the building, plus
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Beecher · 10.3.4

Zoning Procedures

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This section outlines the process for obtaining interpretations of Beecher's zoning code from the Zoning Administrator. It details who can apply, the required procedures, and the timelines for responses, including the ability to appeal decisions to the Planning and Zoning Commission.

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Soil survey and report from the Will-South Cook Soil and Water Conservation District; (iii)   Portions of the site in any floodway and floodplain fringe area; (iv)   Streams, drainage ditches, culverts, and standing water; (v)   Isolated preservable trees six inches (6") or more in diameter at one foot (1') above ground level; (vi)   Traffic study and/or plan; and (vii)   General directions of the stormwater run-off across the property. (viii)   Other information. (5)   Preliminary Land Use Plan: A proposed land...such a nature or so located as to exercise an undue detrimental influence or effect upon the surrounding neighborhood. (iii)   The site plan effectively treats the developmental possibilities of the property, making appropriate provisions for the preservation of streams, wooded areas, floodplain areas, and similar physical features. (iv)   All minimum requirements pertaining to business, office research, residential, industrial, or other uses established in the planned development will conform to the requirements for each individual classification as established elsewhere in this
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Kildeer · 5.14.1

Purpose

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This section outlines the purpose of Kildeer's planned development provisions, which aim to promote efficient land use, preserve natural resources, and encourage creative and imaginative designs. It details how planned developments will achieve objectives like fostering high-quality development, promoting efficient land patterns, protecting the character of existing neighborhoods, and creating diverse residential environments.

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purpose of the planned development provisions is to promote efficient land patterns in order to preserve trees, wetlands and other natural resources, provide site amenities, and secure large parcels of permanent open space, characteristic of Kildeer's existing rural environment. These provisions are intended to encourage and allow more creative and imaginative design for land developments than would be possible under the strict application of Kildeer's conventional Zoning and Subdivision Code provisions. The efficient land patterns which will result...will be attained through the use of the planned development process: A.   Foster high-quality development by allowing flexibility in land use and design standards, thereby encouraging innovative site planning. B.   Promote more efficient land patterns which not only preserve open space and natural resources, but also provide for more economical networks of utilities, streets and other facilities. C.   Protect the character of existing large lot single-family developments in the Village by: 1.   Requiring adequate separation and screening between
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Kenilworth · 154.06

Required Plans And Permits

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This section mandates specific plans and reports for any development within the Steep Slope Zone that requires a permit. It outlines requirements for describing construction methods, engaging licensed engineers, and conducting subsoil investigations to minimize adverse impacts on steep slopes.

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Zone until construction is completed. (5) Hydrological control plan . Applications for any development permits shall include a plan for intercepting and containing drainage at the site and from the structure. (6) Vegetation plan . A vegetation plan, subject to the tree preservation provisions of Chapter 150 of this code, shall be submitted with each application for a development permit, which plan shall include the following: (a)   A description of proposed revegetation of disturbed areas, specifying the materials to be used
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Forest View · 10.13.7

Preliminary Plan Documents

Summary

This section outlines the required documents for submitting an application for preliminary plan approval for Planned Unit Developments in Forest View. It details specific surveying, descriptive, site plan, and development plan requirements.

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generally ascertain subsurface soil, rock and groundwater depth and results of soil percolation tests if individual sewage disposal systems are proposed. 5.   Other conditions on the site, such as watercourses, floodplains, marshes, rock out-crops, wooded areas, isolated preservable trees with trunks one foot (1') or more in diameter, houses, barns, accessory buildings, and other significant features. (E)   A preliminary plan of the proposed development drawn to scale and showing: 1.   All structures and building areas, their use, and their
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Glenview · 62.513

General construction standards

Summary

This section establishes general construction standards for rights-of-way in Glenview, requiring adherence to various municipal ordinances, codes, laws, and specific IDOT publications. It also outlines a process for the Village Engineer to interpret and resolve discrepancies in applicable standards.

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Specifications and Recurring Special Provisions; (3) Highway Design Manual; (4) Highway Standards Manual; (5) Standard Specifications for Traffic Control Items; (6) Illinois Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (92 Ill. Adm. Code § 545); (7) Village Engineering Guide; (8) Village Tree Preservation Ordinance; (9) Flagger's Handbook; and (10) Work Site Protection Manual for Daylight Maintenance Operations. (b) Interpretation of municipal standards and principles. If a discrepancy exists between or among differing principles and standards required by this article, the Village
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Lake Villa · 11.2.2

Procedures For Review Of Plat(S) And Plan(S)

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This section outlines a three-stage review process (concept, preliminary, and final) for subdivision plats in Lake Villa, with an option to waive the preliminary stage for minor subdivisions. It details the submission requirements for the concept plan and location sketch.

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Physical Conditions: The water elevation at the date of survey of adjoining lakes, watercourses, marshes and bogs, and areas subject to inundation, and a graphic representation and notation of the high water marks of such; wooded areas and isolated preservable trees one foot (1') or more in diameter. (7)   Manmade Features: Houses, barns, and other structures; other constructed features. (8)   Conditions On Adjacent Land: All of the requirements of plat preparation shall apply equally to the site being subdivided
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Newark · 20.303

Preliminary Plan

Summary

This section outlines the requirements for submitting a Preliminary Plan for subdivision approval, including the number of copies, supporting documentation, and associated fees. It details the calculation of filing fees based on the number of lots and mandates a deposit for professional review services.

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altered as determined by the Village engineer. Soil types, as mapped by the U.S.D.A.-S.C.S. Other natural features such as source of water supply, water courses (with highest flood levels indicated), marshes, ponds, springs, rock outcrop, wooded areas, isolated preservable trees six (6) inches or more in caliper at one (1) foot above ground level, and other features. Existing improvements, including the location, widths and names of all existing or previously platted streets or other rights-of-way showing type
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New Lenox · 106.352

Procedure for approval

Summary

This section outlines the mandatory pre-application conference procedure for Planned Unit Developments (PUDs) in New Lenox. Developers must meet with the sketch plan committee to discuss the proposed development's scope, uses, and land allocation, and present conceptual plans before formally filing an application.

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test pits are dry at a depth of five feet; and location and results of soil percolation tests if individual sewage disposal systems are proposed. (vii) Other conditions on the tract: Watercourses, floodplains, marshes, rock outcrops, wooded areas, isolated preservable trees six inches or more in diameter, houses, barns, accessory buildings and other significant features. (viii) Other conditions on adjacent land: Approximate direction and gradient of ground slope, including any embankments or retaining walls; character and location of major buildings...approval in accordance with agreed-to scheduling, but not later than one year from the approval of the preliminary plat; if this is not done, the plan commission shall initiate such zoning changes as it deems necessary to preserve the public interest. Final plats and supporting data shall show in detail the design, location and use of all buildings and overall land development as well as such additional information as the plan commission or village board may require. 2. Review
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Peotone · 157.190

Planned Unit Development

Summary

This section establishes the purpose and provisions for Planned Unit Developments (PUDs) in Peotone, encouraging orderly and diverse development of properties ten acres or larger. It outlines procedures, including a pre-application conference with the Plan Commission, for establishing a PUD as a special use and potentially excluding it from certain subdivision and zoning regulations.

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Service. Additional soil information may be requested by the Plan Commission and/or the Village Engineer. e.   Portions of the site in any flood plain and/or flood plain fringe area. f.   Streams, drainage ditches, culverts and standing water. g.   Isolated preservable trees six inches or more in diameter at one foot above ground level. h.   General directions of the storm water run-off across the property. 2.   Public utilities information, which shall show the location and size of any existing sanitary
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New Lenox · 106.421

Purpose of article; applicability of article

Summary

This article establishes uniform standards for landscaping, screening, and tree preservation for property development in New Lenox to maintain attractiveness, safety, and comfort. It applies to specific residential and all commercial, industrial, and multi-family developments receiving approval after a certain date.

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This article is established to create uniform landscape, screening and tree preservation standards for development of property in the village and to provide for review of plans therefor, in order to ensure that the village remains attractive, safe and comfortable. This article governs all single-family detached and two-family attached developments receiving preliminary plat approval after December 18, 2001, and all commercial, industrial and multi-family developments. All requirements contained in this article shall be provided on-site
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Newark · 21.1201

Purpose

Summary

This section outlines the purpose of planned developments in Newark, distinguishing them from other special uses and establishing that they are a privilege requiring conditions and design considerations that benefit the community. It emphasizes that planned developments must be compatible with surrounding zoning and align with the Village's Comprehensive Land Use Plan.

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open space systems and bicycle and pedestrian system connections within and areas surrounding the planned development to ensure system continuity. It is the further purpose of the planned development provisions which follow to promote efficient land use patterns which preserve trees, wetlands and other natural resources; provide site amenities; and secure large parcels of permanent open space, characteristic of Newark’s existing semi-rural environment. These provisions are intended to encourage and accommodate more creative and imaginative design for land...efficient land use patterns and, therefore, more economical land development, that: Fosters high-quality development by allowing flexibility in land use and design standards, thereby encouraging innovative site planning; Promotes more efficient land use patterns, which not only preserve open space and natural resources, but also provide for more economical networks of utilities, streets and other facilities, using traditional neighborhood development and/or smart growth objectives; Promotes diverse, high-quality environments. Promotes a land use pattern with a mixture of residential
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Orland Park · 4.8.8

Supply Of Water And Sanitary Sewer Service In Unincorporated Areas

Summary

This section outlines the strict criteria that must be met for Orland Park to provide water and sanitary sewer service to unincorporated areas. It covers development compliance, infrastructure requirements, and agreements with developers.

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MWRD) permit is required; (b)   No other utility service is available as determined by the Village Engineer; (c)   The proposed development meets the Village's Comprehensive Plan and all of the Village's other planning requirements, such as density, tree preservation, park or open space donation; (d)   The developer has executed an agreement with the Village to pay school and transportation exaction fees as required by the Village Land Development Code; (e)   No other governmental jurisdiction, including surrounding communities, townships
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Deerfield · 21.19

Title:

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This article shall be known, cited and referred to as the DEERFIELD TREE PRESERVATION ORDINANCE
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Arlington Heights · Section 28.9

Planned Unit Development

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This section outlines the intent and qualifications for Planned Unit Developments (PUDs) in Arlington Heights, emphasizing comprehensive design and enhanced benefits over conventional developments. It specifies criteria for projects to be considered PUDs based on building count, lot size, and zoning district, and sets general requirements.

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outdoor recreation facilities, which should be proportional to the size and density of the Planned Unit Development. b. The conservation of natural resources such as flood plains, wet lands and wooded areas. c. As much as possible, the preservation, of the natural drainage and floodwater retention. 9.6 Procedures for Approval of Planned Unit Development. Application shall be made on forms supplied by the Planning Department and shall be complete with all supporting data, documents, plans, maps and other documents...proposed structures, free standing signs, outdoor lighting, trash storage areas and loading areas, including a chart with all relevant zoning data such as FAR, land coverage ratios, density, setbacks, etc.; f. Architectural floor plans and building elevations; g. A tree preservation plan and a detailed landscaping plan with all of the planting materials common and Latin names, sizes and quantities. h. A preliminary engineering plan indicating storm sewer lines, sanitary sewer lines, water mains and storm water detention or retention
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Glencoe · 34.42

Depository

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This section designates the village clerk's office as the official repository for all materials related to the Tree Commission. These tree preservation materials are required to be accessible to the public.

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office of the village clerk shall be the depository for all applications, maps, reports, records of proceedings, decisions and other materials created by and in conjunction with the commission. These tree preservation materials shall be made available to the public
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Naperville · 2.2.3

POWERS AND DUTIES

Summary

This section outlines the powers and duties of the Naperville Planning and Zoning Commission. It details their responsibilities in reviewing and recommending matters related to zoning ordinance amendments, conditional uses, variances, planned unit developments, comprehensive planning, and land suitability for annexation to the City Council.

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dealing with the granting of conditional uses. 3. To hear, consider and recommend to the City Council variances to Title 6, including those that may be requested in connection with conditional uses, rezoning, subdivisions, annexation requests, street graphics ordinance, tree preservation, and other zoning regulations. 4. To hear, consider and recommend to the City Council matters dealing with the granting of planned unit developments. 5. To prepare and recommend to the City Council a new comprehensive plan for the present
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Glencoe · 31.1.14

Pre-Application Review Submittals

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This section outlines the mandatory pre-application review submittals required by the plat officer before processing a preliminary plat of subdivision or plat of vacation in Glencoe. It details the specific documents and information an applicant must provide to facilitate understanding and evaluation of the proposed development.

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subdivision or vacation plat on the subject property, including a summary of anticipated improvements that will be necessary in connection with such proposed subdivision or vacation plat; (e)   A preliminary review of the grading, drainage, storm water management and tree preservation issues arising from the proposed subdivision or vacation plat of the subject property; (f)   Proof of the applicant's controlling interest in the subject property; and (g)   Such other information relating to the proposed subdivision that the plat officer
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