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New Lenox · 6.16

Application for license

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This section outlines the application requirements for a liquor license in New Lenox, detailing the mandatory information and statements applicants must provide, including personal details, corporate information, business plans, premises information, and past licensing history.

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premises to be licensed. If the premises are leased, the applicant shall attach a copy of the lease to the license application. (6) A statement whether applicant has made any other application in the state for a liquor license and what disposition; if any, was made of the application and a statement that the applicant will not violate any of the laws of the state or the United States, and that the applicant will not violate any of the ordinances...must fill in the result of the arrest and the charges for the arrest. (11) All applicants must also sign the affidavit on the bottom of the application regarding perjury. (12) All applicants must tender to the liquor control commissioner their driver licenses or state identification card to be copied and held on file with their license application along with their social security number. (13) Payment to the liquor control commissioner of the application fee and associated fees. State

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Summit · 5.2.33

Outdoor Service Area

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This ordinance establishes regulations for outdoor service areas associated with liquor-licensed establishments. It prohibits consuming alcohol outside designated licensed areas and outlines application procedures, fees, operational hour limitations, and conditions for granting outdoor service area licenses to ensure public health and safety.

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shall be unlawful for any person to drink, consume, transport, carry or possess any alcoholic liquor, except in the original package and with the seal unbroken, from any liquor licensed establishment except into a licensed outdoor service area. The consumption and possession of alcoholic liquor shall be permitted in licensed outdoor service areas during the same hours of operation for which the premises is licensed unless the outdoor service area license is issued for different hours of operation...license in the event that any provision of this section is violated. Any hearing shall be held before the Local Liquor Control Commissioner using the same procedures set forth in this chapter for the suspension or revocation of a liquor license; provided, that the appeal from any adverse decision shall be to the Circuit Court of Cook County

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Glenview · 6.31

Notice of application receipt; objections; hearings; appeals

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This section outlines the notification process for liquor license applications in Glenview. Upon receiving an application, the Liquor Commissioner must mail notices to adjacent property owners, detailing the applicant's information and the hearing details, where the Board of Trustees will make a recommendation before the Commissioner's final decision.

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Upon receipt of an application for license for a liquor license, the liquor Commissioner shall cause to be mailed to the owners of all adjacent properties two lots deep in all directions a written notice of receipt of an application for a liquor license. Such written notice shall specify the name and address of the applicant and the license classification applied for, and advise the adjacent owners of the time, date and location that the board of trustees will consider

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Grayslake · 5.08.250

Tastings allowed—Licensed premises

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This section outlines the conditions under which Class P-1, P-2, P-3, P-4, O-5, and R-6 licensees in Grayslake can offer free wine and beer tastings. These tastings are permitted only for the purpose of promoting sales of the packaged product and are subject to age restrictions, employee supervision, designated areas, and limitations on sample size and advertising.

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years of age or older; (2) the tasting shall be attended by and supervised by a full-time employee twenty-one (21) years of age or older and only in a designated area on the licensed premises as approved by the liquor commissioner and designated in the license; (3) the actual amount of wine tasted may not exceed an ounce; and (4) the sample shall be served in a container which shall be disposed of immediately following the sampling. Furthermore...years of age or older; (2) the tasting shall be attended by and supervised by a full-time employee twenty-one (21) years of age or older and only in a designated area on the licensed premises as approved by the liquor commissioner and designated in the license; and (3) the actual amount of beer tasted shall comply with the sampling limitations in the Class "O-5" and Class "R-6" license definition. Furthermore, no person shall advertise the availability

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La Grange · 4.2.30

Application for License; Filing; Contents

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This section outlines the mandatory requirements for applying for a license to sell alcoholic liquor in La Grange. It details the specific information and documentation that must be submitted under oath, including applicant identity, business details, location proof, and compliance statements.

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application; (9) Whether the applicant, individually, or any firm or entity with which the applicant has been connected with previously as principal owner or manager had been issued any previous license for the sale or handling of Alcoholic Liquor, which license had been revoked or suspended by the Federal government or by any state or subdivision thereof, and the reasons or causes for such revocation or suspension. Any such statement must include information identifying: a. The previous licensor...individual Licensee or a partner or a shareholder, director or officer of a corporate Licensee, the manager must furnish the foregoing information; and (15) The initial application and all subsequent renewal applications for all classes of Alcoholic Liquor dealer licenses must be accompanied by proof of completion of Sellers and servers training as required in this chapter. (b) Applications must be filed, along with a cashier's or certified check payable to the Village for the full amount

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Lemont · 5.04.030

License required

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This section prohibits the sale or offer for sale of alcoholic liquor in Lemont without a license, and outlines specific regulations for unlicensed businesses and units of local government. It also details exceptions for certain professions and institutions.

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unlawful to sell or offer for sale in the village any alcoholic liquor without having a license, or in violation of the terms of such license. (b) It is unlawful for any person operating or employed by any business establishment open to the public, which is not licensed to sell alcoholic liquor or is not otherwise licensed to allow consumption of alcoholic liquor on its premises, in the village pursuant to the requirements of this chapter, to sell or offer...Municipal Code, as amended; including, but not limited to, dram shop insurance requirements and BASSET training requirements. It is unlawful for a unit of local government or school district to sell or offer for sale any alcoholic liquor without having a license. A "unit of local government" and "school district" shall have the same definitions given in the Illinois Constitution. (d) The requirement that a village license be procured shall not apply to physicians, dentists, pharmacists, hospitals or churches when

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Plainfield · 4.32

Closing hours; Sunday closing

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This section of the Plainfield municipal ordinance establishes specific closing hours for establishments holding liquor licenses, varying by license classification and day of the week. It also prohibits the sale or consumption of alcohol outside these authorized hours and outlines conditions for retail establishments, restaurants, and clubs remaining open without serving alcohol.

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Unless otherwise set forth in a license classification: (1) It shall be unlawful for any licensee holding a liquor license in classification A, E, F, G, H, I or M to sell, offer for sale, or deliver any alcoholic liquor in the Village or to permit any person to consume any alcoholic liquor in or on any licensed premises between the hours of 1:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. Monday through Friday inclusive; between the hours...violation of this section has occurred. All unfinished drinks shall be cleared from the bar, tables and any other serving areas within ten (10) minutes after closing time. (2) It shall be unlawful for any licensee holding a liquor license in classification, B, C or D to sell or offer for sale any alcoholic liquor in the Village between the hours of 1:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. Monday through Saturday inclusive; and between the hours

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Grayslake · 5.08.130

Application—Contents

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This section outlines the detailed requirements for applying for a license to sell alcoholic beverages in Grayslake. It specifies the application format, required information for various applicant types (individuals, partnerships, corporations), and a nonrefundable filing fee.

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disqualified to receive a license by reason of any manner or thing contained in this chapter, laws of the state, or ordinances of the village; 8. A statement whether the applicant holds or has held a liquor license issued by the state to any other political subdivision of Illinois or any other state, and a list of political subdivisions from which the applicant has been issued a liquor license, if any; 9. A statement as to whether a previous license...confirm the eligibility of the applicant for a license under the act or the provisions of this Code. B. Once an application for a license has been denied, either because the applicant did not qualify or there were no liquor licenses currently available for issuance, the application shall no longer be considered to be on file after the applicant has received notice of the denial of the issuance of a license

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St. Charles · 5.08.160

License—Licensed premises—Change of location

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This section requires a local liquor license to be tied to a specific licensed premise. Any change in the location of the licensed premise requires written permission from the Local Liquor Control Commissioner and must comply with all chapter provisions.

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local liquor license issued under this chapter shall permit the sale of alcoholic liquor only in the premises described in the application and local liquor license. Such location may be changed only when and upon the written permission to make such change is issued by the Local Liquor Control Commissioner. No change of location shall be permitted unless the proposed new location is in compliance with the provisions and regulations of this chapter

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Wood Dale · 5.401

Consumption On Premises

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This section prohibits the sale or consumption of alcoholic liquor outside of licensed premises. It also restricts refilling original liquor packages and outlines specific conditions for promotional sampling through daily permits.

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displayed or advertised for sale at retail or delivered to any person purchasing same at retail except at a location, place or premises described in a retail license. 1. It shall be unlawful to peddle alcoholic liquor in the City. 2. A license shall permit the sale of alcoholic liquor only in or from the premises described in the application and license and only in the manner therein authorized and in compliance with the terms thereof. B. It shall...shall be unlawful to sell or serve any alcoholic liquor unless the manager or other employee of the license holder, having satisfactorily completed a liquor seller and server education program, shall be present on the licensed premises, any time liquor is being served or sold except where the Liquor Commissioner, as provided for in subsection 5.302C3 of this chapter has excused compliance with the liquor and server training requirement

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Countryside · 3.5.18

Minors

Summary

This section prohibits minors (under 21) from purchasing or misrepresenting their age to obtain alcoholic liquor in Countryside. It also forbids the sale or delivery of alcohol to minors, with a religious ceremony exception, and requires warning signs in establishments selling alcohol. Licensed dealers are prohibited from allowing minors on their premises, with potential license suspension or revocation for violations.

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liquor, or misrepresent your age for the purpose of purchasing or obtaining alcoholic liquor . (1970 Code §8-1.24, as amended) C. Minors On Premises: Except as hereinafter provided, it shall be unlawful for any holder of a retail liquor dealer's license, or his agent or employee, to suffer or permit any person under the age of twenty one (21) years to be or remain in any room or compartment adjoining, adjacent to or situated in the room or place...where such licensed premises is located. In addition to all other fines and penalties, the mayor may suspend or revoke the retail liquor dealer's license for any violation of this subsection. 1. Provided, that this subsection shall not apply to any person under the age of twenty one (21) years who is accompanied by his parent or guardian or to any licensed premises which derives its principal business from the sale or service of other commodities than alcoholic liquor

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Downers Grove · Sec 3.33

Prohibited Activities On Licensed Premises

Summary

This section prohibits gambling and certain types of solicitations on premises licensed to sell alcoholic liquor in Downers Grove. It also restricts the display of materials depicting prohibited sexual acts.

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Gambling. It shall be unlawful to permit any gambling or video gaming on any premises licensed to sell alcoholic liquor except: In accordance with the provisions of DGMC Section 15.212. For a qualified fraternal organization that derives its charter from a national fraternal organization and a qualified veterans organization that derives its charter from a national veterans organization in accordance with the provisions of Section 27(b) of the Illinois Video Gaming Act. Solicitation. It shall be unlawful...prohibited by law. The actual or simulated touching, caressing or fondling of the breast, buttocks, anus or genitals. The actual or simulated displaying of the breasts, pubic hair, anus, vulva or genitals. Provided, however, that Class "T" Theater liquor license holders shall be allowed to show motion pictures or films classified by the Motion Picture Industry as rated R or less. It shall be unlawful for any licensee, its manager, or other person in charge of premises licensed to sell

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Chicago · 4.156.570

Issuance Of License – Prohibited When.

Summary

This section outlines the mandatory requirements an applicant must meet to be issued a license for an indoor special event in Chicago. It covers age, previous license revocations, food and liquor provisions, business structure, event frequency limits, and safety inspections.

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issued under this Code revoked for cause at any time during the last four years: (i) a public place of amusement license issued under Chapter 4-156;(ii) an indoor special event license issued under this Article;(iii) a liquor license issued under Chapter 4-60; (iv) an outdoor special event permit issued under Section 10-8-335; or (v) an industrial private event venue license; (d) if alcoholic liquor is to be sold or otherwise provided at the event...applicant has obtained a special event liquor license approved under Section 4-60-070; and (2) the applicant has not had any liquor license issued under this Code revoked for cause at any time; (e) if food is to be sold or otherwise provided at the event, the establishment hosting the indoor special event holds a valid retail food establishment license issued under Chapter 4-8 of this Code, or the applicant has made arrangements for food service

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Niles · 6.35A

License to allow wine and beer to be brought onto the premises of a full service restaurant

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This ordinance section establishes a Class BB Corkage license for full-service restaurants in Niles. This license allows restaurants that do not sell alcohol to permit adult patrons to bring beer and wine for personal consumption with a complete meal, subject to specific conditions.

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Class BB Corkage license; beer and wine only. A class BB liquor license shall authorize restaurants that do not sell alcoholic beverages to permit consumption of beer and wine only brought onto the premises of a restaurant by an adult patron for personal consumption, including consumption by his or her dining guests, while the patron and dining guests are being served a complete meal in the full service restaurant as defined in Appendix B Zoning Ordinance in the Niles Code...licensed premises. (c) The licensee shall successfully complete a beverage alcohol sellers and servers education and training (BASSET) program that has been certified by the State of Illinois and shall obtain from the village a current copy of the liquor license ordinance. A copy of the BASSET course completion certificates for each such person shall be made available at all times at the licensed premises for inspection by the local liquor commissioner, or his or her designee. (d) The licensee

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Franklin Park · 3.2.19

Sale or consumption

Summary

This section outlines regulations for the sale and consumption of alcoholic beverages within Franklin Park, requiring local liquor licenses for all retail sales and restricting sales and consumption to licensed premises. It prohibits peddling and refilling original liquor packages.

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liquor shall be sold, offered for sale, kept for sale, displayed, or advertised for sale at retail or delivered (except in the case of a holder of a class H liquor license) to any person purchasing same at retail except at a location, place, or premises described in a local liquor license. (b) It shall be unlawful to peddle alcoholic liquor in the village. (c) A local liquor license shall permit the sale or consumption of alcoholic liquor only...allow the consumption of or for any person to consume alcoholic beverages outdoors unless the premises is specifically licensed for outdoor consumption and such consumption occurs in an authorized and approved designated area. (f) No person except a manufacturer or distributor, or importing distributor, shall fill or refill, in whole or in part, any original package of alcoholic liquor with the same or any other kind or quality of alcoholic liquor, and it shall be unlawful for any person

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River Grove · 5.45.3

Rules And Regulations

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This section outlines requirements for Liquor License holders regarding exterior safety plans, focusing on managing noise, loitering, and cleanliness on their licensed premises and adjacent properties during specific evening hours. It also mandates reporting of illegal activity to the police.

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exterior safety plan required for Liquor License holders under Section 5-24-27 shall apply to the licensed establishment and adjacent property. (B) The exterior safety plan shall be implemented by the licensee between the hours of ten o’clock (10:00) P.M. and until one (1) hour after the licensed establishment is closed for business. (C) The licensee shall: 1. Promptly notify the police department via the 9-1-1 emergency telephone system of any illegal activity reported...person with a five percent (5%) or more ownership interest in the licensee shall be bound by its terms. It shall be posted in the licensed establishment, in a conspicuous location, directly next to the business and/or liquor license certificate. The failure to post or adhere to an approved exterior safety plan shall constitute legal grounds to initiate license disciplinary proceedings against such licensee, including but not limited to, license suspension or revocation. (J) If there is a change

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Niles · 22.549

Suspension, revocation, hearing, fines, and cost

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This section outlines the process for suspending or revoking licenses for sexually-oriented businesses, including the president's authority to impose fines up to $500 per violation. It mandates public hearings with advance written notice before any penalties are applied and requires licensees to pay hearing costs.

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exceed $500.00 for each violation. Each day on which a violation continues shall constitute a separate violation. (b) No such license shall be suspended or revoked and no licensee shall be fined except after a public hearing before the liquor license review board with not less than ten days' written notice to the licensee affording the licensee an opportunity to appear and defend against the charges contained in such notice. The hearing shall be conducted as in the case...hearings regarding liquor license violations, and the liquor license review board shall have the power to recommend to the president findings and policies for violations of this chapter. The president shall serve a written order setting forth his findings and any penalty to be imposed. (c) Any licensee determined by the president to have violated any of the provisions of this chapter shall, in addition to any fine imposed, pay to the village the costs of the hearing before

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Park Ridge · 12.10.9

SUSPENSION, REVOCATION, HEARING, FINES, AND COST

Summary

This section outlines the process for suspending or revoking sexually-oriented business licenses in Park Ridge. The Mayor has the authority to suspend or revoke licenses and levy fines up to $500 per day for violations, but only after a public hearing with written notice and an opportunity for the licensee to defend themselves before the Liquor License Review Board. Licensees are also responsible for covering the city's costs associated with the hearing.

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exceed $500.00 for each violation. Each day on which a violation continues shall constitute a separate violation. B. No such license shall be suspended or revoked and no licensee shall be fined except after a public hearing before the Liquor License Review Board with not less than ten days written notice to the licensee affording the licensee an opportunity to appear and defend against the charges contained in such notice. The hearing shall be conducted as in the case...hearings regarding liquor license violations, and the Liquor License Review Board shall have the power to recommend to the Mayor findings and policies for violations of this Chapter. The Mayor shall serve a written order setting forth the Mayor's findings and any penalty to be imposed. C. Any licensee determined by the Mayor to have violated any of the provisions of this Chapter shall, in addition to any fine imposed, pay to the City the costs of the hearing

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Warrenville · 3.2.16

Minors, Certain Persons Restricted

Summary

This section prohibits the sale, gift, or delivery of alcoholic liquor to individuals under 21 years of age, or to intoxicated, habitual drunkards, or mentally incapacitated persons. It also outlines requirements for licensees to demand proof of age and acceptable forms of identification.

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Sales To Certain Persons Prohibited: 1. No holder of a retail liquor dealer's license, nor any officer, associate, member, representative, agent or employee of such licensee shall sell, give or deliver alcoholic liquor to: a. Any person under the age of twenty one (21) years; or b. Any intoxicated person, or to any person known by him to be a habitual drunkard, insane, mentally ill, mentally deficient or in need of mental treatment. 2. a. If a licensee...restaurant premises, and b) which have not less than one thousand five hundred (1,500) square feet devoted exclusively to the dining area (excluding any area used for bar service), and c) which hold a class A-2 restaurant liquor license, persons who are at least nineteen (19) years of age may be employed as members of the waitstaff for the purpose of selling, serving, giving or delivering alcoholic liquor in the dining area of the licensed premises subject

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Lake Bluff · 3.2.9

License Fees

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This section establishes that annual liquor license fees are detailed in section 1-12-3 of the Lake Bluff Code. It also specifies that any annual liquor licenses issued after November 1st will have their fees prorated on a semiannual basis.

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annual license fees for liquor licenses shall be as set out in section 1-12-3 of this Code under the category "license fees". B. Fees for all annual liquor licenses that are issued on or after November 1 shall be prorated on a semiannual basis

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Batavia · 3.3.47

License; Revocation Or Suspension; Hearing Procedure

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This section outlines the Batavia local liquor commissioner's authority to revoke or suspend liquor licenses due to violations of law or local ordinances. It details the requirement for a hearing prior to suspension, with an exception for immediate community welfare threats, and specifies the notice procedures for such hearings.

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given the opportunity to hear the charge and the testimony and evidence in support of the charge, cross examine any witnesses called in support of the charge, and present evidence, testify and call in defense to the charge. F. Liquor license hearings shall be open to the public. G. The local liquor commissioner shall preside at the hearing and make a determination as to whether a violation occurred after hearing and considering all of the evidence. H. A record...proceedings. O. The appellant shall be responsible to pay for the record of proceedings and file it with the state liquor commission. P. An appeal of a single local liquor commissioner determination to the state liquor commission during a license period shall act as a stay on the enforcement of any suspension, revocation and/or fine, but any subsequent order of suspension or revocation for an additional offense within the preceding twelve (12) month period shall be enforced in spite

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Crystal Lake · 453.4

Major special events

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This section outlines the process and considerations for obtaining a major special event permit in Crystal Lake. It details requirements for applicant notification of affected residents and businesses, and establishes the City Council's authority to approve, deny, or condition such permits based on lawful purpose, public peace, and interference with public use and residents' quiet.

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respectively. D. Issuance of major special event permit. A major special event permit shall be issued after it has been approved by the City Council. All permits or licenses needed for the major special event, other than a liquor license if applicable, shall be included in the issuance of the major special event permit if the applicant has paid the required fees and otherwise complied with the requirements for each such permit or license. All special conditions and restrictions will...been approved by the City Council. (3) The special event does not have any substantial changes, in the opinion of the Director of Community Development, from what has previously been approved. (4) The applicant is not requesting a temporary liquor license or variation to an existing liquor license in conjunction with the special event

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Lake Villa · 3.8.4

License Numbers And Designation Of Licensees

Summary

This section outlines the maximum number of liquor licenses permitted for each class and lists the current licensees and their designated addresses for each authorized license.

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total number of licenses of a specific classification which shall be issued in any license year shall not exceed the maximum number of liquor licenses for each license class as follows: License Class Licenses Permitted License Class Licenses Permitted A 13 B 6 C 1 D 2 E 0 F 1 (As approved by the Corporate Authorities from time to time) G 7 H 1 I 0 J 1 B. Following is a list of current liquor licenses issued

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Downers Grove · Sec 3.40

Revocation Or Suspension Of Local License; Notice; Hearing

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This section outlines the process by which the Local Liquor Commissioner can revoke or suspend a license, mandate training, impose conditions, or levy fines for violations of the chapter or state law. It mandates a public hearing with prior notice, unless immediate community welfare is threatened, allowing for summary closure for up to seven days.

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Local Liquor Commissioner may revoke or suspend any license issued, require mandatory certified training or impose any additional conditions if the Local Liquor Commissioner determines that the licensee has violated any of the provisions of this Chapter or any State law pertaining to the sale of alcoholic liquor. In addition to or in lieu of suspension, the Local Liquor Commissioner may levy a fine on the licensee for such violations. Each day on which a violation continues shall constitute...licensee an opportunity to appear and defend. If the licensee fails to appear for such public hearing after receiving notice as provided in DGMC Section 3.41, a default judgment may be entered and the Local Liquor Commissioner may revoke or suspend the license, and/or impose a fine. If the Local Liquor Commissioner has reason to believe that any continued operation of a particular licensed premises will immediately threaten the welfare of the community, the Local Liquor Commissioner may, upon

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Worth · 3.24.2

License Required

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This section establishes a licensing requirement for any establishment operating video gaming terminals within the Village of Worth. Applicants must submit detailed information, including state gaming and liquor licenses, and pay an annual fee.

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terminals on a form supplied by the Village, shall provide a copy of the licensee's application to the Illinois Gaming Board and a copy of the license issued by the Illinois Gaming Board, a copy of the Village liquor license, a copy of the State of Illinois liquor license, and any other such information as the Liquor Commissioner may require, and shall pay the fee each year on or before December 31 in conjunction with the licensee's application...renewal of a liquor license

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