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Hazel Crest · 26.27

Location restrictions for outdoor pools

Summary

This ordinance section establishes minimum setback requirements for outdoor private residential swimming pools and their appurtenant equipment from property lines and building lines. It also specifies restrictions on the location of such equipment within required side yards.

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shall be located at a distance less than six (6) feet from any side or rear property line or building line, unless such appurtenant equipment is installed in an accessory or main building. No appurtenant equipment serving the swimming pool shall be permitted in the required side yard between dwellings

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Glenwood · 22.711

Location on lot

Summary

This section of the Glenwood ordinance outlines setback requirements for private residential swimming pools, prohibiting them from being located within ten feet of property or building lines, and restricting their placement in front and corner side yards.

Section Text

shall be located at a distance less than ten feet from any side or rear property line or building line except where such appurtenant equipment is installed in an accessory or main building. No appurtenant equipment serving the swimming pool shall be permitted in the required side yard between dwellings. No private residential swimming pool shall be installed in a front yard or in the side yard of a corner building. (Code

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Arlington Heights · Section 30.203

Residential (R) Districts Signage Provisions

Summary

This section outlines the types and restrictions for signage permitted in Arlington Heights' Residential (R) Districts, covering name plates for dwelling units and signs for accessory non-residential uses.

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Only the following signs are permitted in Residential Districts. All requirements and restrictions outlined in this Section pertain only to those properties zoned Residential: a. For each dwelling unit, one name plate not exceeding one square foot in area, indicating the name of occupant. b. Ground signs accessory to a permitted non-residential use, provided that the height of such sign shall not exceed six feet and the surface area of such sign shall not exceed 25 square feet. Signs

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Plano · 5.3.6

Tents, Temporary Lightweight Structures, And Recreational Vehicles 1

Summary

This section outlines regulations for tents, temporary lightweight structures, and recreational vehicles in Plano. It specifies where tents are permitted, requires permits for temporary structures with duration limits and specific conditions for certain uses like haunted houses, and details the parking and storage requirements for recreational vehicles.

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parked or stored in the open when in the operation of a lawfully established principal use, and may be stored or parked on a lot containing a dwelling; provided that it shall be located rear of the building setback line on a paved, established driveway or paved accessory parking space, and no major repair, disassembly or rebuilding operations are conducted thereon

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Steger · 18.150

Additions; insertions; deletions; changes

Summary

This section amends the 2018 Swimming Pool and Spa Code for the Village of Steger by specifying local adoption, adding compliance requirements for existing and new pools, detailing permit application requirements for larger pools, and establishing setback regulations for outdoor private residential pools.

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shall be located at a distance less than ten feet from any side or rear property line or building line except where such appurtenant equipment is installed in an accessory or main building. No appurtenant equipment serving the swimming pool shall be permitted in the required side yard between dwellings. (b) Underwater lights shall be equipped with a grounded dock junction box. An independent, bare copper ground wire of an approved type shall be connected to an approved grounding terminal

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Western Springs · 10.6.5

R4 - Multiple-Family Residence District

Summary

This section establishes regulations for the R4 Multiple-Family Residence District, detailing permitted and conditional uses, minimum lot area requirements for different dwelling types, and minimum development parcel size for multiple-family developments.

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Permitted Uses: Accessory uses and buildings, incidental to and on the same zoning lot as the principal use. Churches, synagogues and other places of religious worship, including any related parsonage, convent or retreat house. Multiple-family dwellings not exceeding six (6) dwelling units per building. Two-family dwellings. (Ord. 01-2167, 5-21-2001) B. Conditional Uses: Churches, synagogues and other places of worship including any related parsonages, convents and retreat houses in cases where said building or structure does...exceeding six (6) dwelling units per building: forty feet (40') or three (3) stories, whichever is less. H. Maximum Building Coverage: The surface coverage of all principal and accessory buildings and structures shall not exceed thirty percent (30%) of the lot area. I. Minimum Floor Area - Multiple-Family Dwellings: The minimum floor area for multiple-family dwelling units is set forth below: 1. Studio units: Six hundred fifty (650) square feet. 2. One bedroom units: Eight hundred (800) square feet

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Des Plaines · 12.8.1

Accessory Uses And Structures

Summary

This section outlines the regulations for accessory uses and structures in Des Plaines, requiring them to be incidental, under the same ownership and lot as the principal use, and subordinate in size and location. It specifies dimensional standards for height, setbacks, number, and area of accessory structures.

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maximum number of accessory structures permitted for any use shall be two (2); however, there shall be no more than one garage or carport (attached or detached) per residential dwelling. 5. The maximum area of a detached garage or carport shall be 720 square feet. The maximum area of an accessory structure other than a detached garage or carport shall be 225 square feet. 6. Non-residentially zoned lots may have one detached garage or carport only if the following

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Palos Hills · 15.32.020

Construction Approval When Required

Summary

This section mandates the installation of trash enclosures on commercial properties and multi-family dwellings with four or more units, excluding single-family, duplex, and three-flat properties. It outlines specific zoning and placement requirements for these enclosures, including setbacks from property lines and prohibitions on construction within easements, as well as a requirement for an accessible water source for cleaning.

Section Text

Trash enclosures shall be installed on all commercial properties and multi-family dwellings containing four or more dwelling units. Excluded are single-family, duplex and three flats. B. Trash enclosures shall conform to the zoning regulations for accessory structures. a. Trash enclosures shall maintain a minimum of six feet of clearance between the enclosure and the rear property line. b. Trash enclosures shall be located no less than four feet off of the side property line. c. Trash enclosures

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Gurnee · 18.136

Explanation of building and regulation requirements

Summary

This section outlines the requirement for obtaining electrical permits before undertaking any electrical, communication, data, or alarm wiring/equipment installation, alteration, or change within Gurnee. It specifies requirements for contractors, the permit application and issuance process, and the posting and validity of permit cards.

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single-family dwelling, who may perform electrical work in conformance with this ordinance. An owner/occupant is limited to working on additions of 500 square feet or less, or accessory buildings on their own property. An owner/occupant is defined as the owner and occupant of a single-family residential dwelling, who may be qualified in accordance with the following paragraph: (i) Every applicant shall submit proof of his/her experience in the installation and/or repair of electrical lighting and power wiring

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Wauconda · 150.32

Definitions

Summary

This section provides definitions for terms used in the Wauconda Rental Housing Code, including administrative hearing officers, bed and breakfast establishments, building officials, and certificates of registration.

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structure, or a material change of a specific tenant, boarder, occupier, renter, licensee, lessee, or leaseholder, living in or taking up quarters or space in a building or other structure. Occupant. A person or persons occupying a dwelling unit or using the property as a legal address for any purpose. Operator: shall mean the owner of the bed and breakfast establishment, or the owner's agent, who is required by ordinance to reside in the bed and breakfast establishment...property or unit to determine the owner's correction of code deficiencies cited during the initial inspection. Rental premises. all or part of a principal structure or accessory structure being rented or otherwise let to person(s) other than the owner of the subject property. Residential rental property, dwelling or room. Means any property, dwelling, portion thereof, or room to be let or intended to be let to a family, person or persons for any amount of rent or other

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Manhattan · 4.4.1A-8: Site And Structure Requirements:

Summary

This section outlines site and structure requirements for the A-1 Agricultural District in Manhattan. It establishes minimum lot areas and widths, setback distances for yards, maximum building heights, a floor area ratio, and minimum living area for single-family dwellings.

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distance of not less than forty feet (40') from the rear lot line. F. Maximum Height: No principal structure shall exceed thirty five feet (35') in height, and no accessory structure shall exceed twenty feet (20') in height. G. Floor Area Ratio: Not to exceed 0.3. H. Single-Family Dwellings: Each single-family detached dwelling, and any other structure occupied in whole or in part for residential purposes, shall contain, at least one thousand four hundred (1,400) square feet

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Harwood Heights · 17.28.150

Required spaces

Summary

This section establishes minimum off-street parking space requirements for new construction or alterations, with specific provisions for on-street parking credit in the B-1 district and a fee-in-lieu option for non-residential uses in the B-1 and B-2 districts.

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There shall be provided for each building, structure, and use hereafter erected, structurally altered, or enlarged, the minimum number of accessory off-street parking spaces in accordance with Table 17.28.150.1: Required Off-street Parking Spaces. For uses not specified, the zoning officer shall determine the requirements based on the requirements of the most similar listed use. B. In the B-1 district, on-street parking spaces that are adjacent to the front or side property line may be counted toward...Single-family dwelling 1 per DU, 4 max. per DU Single-family semi-attached or attached dwelling 1 per DU, 3 max. per DU Two-family dwellings 2 per DU, 3 max. per DU Schools, Institutions and Auditoriums or Other Places of Assembly Auditoriums and auditoriums as accessory to institutional establishments 1 per 5 seats, or 1 per 90 lineal ft. of seating space Churches, chapels, temples and synagogues 1 per 5 seats, or 1 per 90 lineal

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Green Oaks · 8.5A-4

Site And Structure Requirements

Summary

This section establishes site and structure requirements for the Sr-5 Suburban Residence District in Green Oaks. It mandates minimum lot sizes, frontage, depth, building and impervious surface coverage, yard setbacks, building heights, and minimum ground floor areas for dwellings.

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Height: Principal building height shall not exceed two and one- half (2 1 / 2 ) stories above a basement story or thirty five feet (35'), whichever is lower. Maximum accessory building heights shall be as stated in subsection 8-5-6B of this chapter. E. Ground Floor Area: One-story dwellings shall have a total habitable ground floor area of not less than one thousand five hundred (1,500) square feet. Dwellings having more than one story shall have

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Thornton · 11.1.3

Definitions

Summary

This section provides general rules for interpreting the Thornton zoning title and defines key terms, including 'accessory building or use' and its associated criteria.

Section Text

permanently installed, must always be included for each apartment.APARTMENT HOUSESee "Dwelling, Multiple."AUTOMOBILE LAUNDRYA building, or portion thereof, where automobiles are washed with the use of a chain conveyor and blower or steam-cleaning device.AUTOMOBILE SERVICE STATIONA place where gasoline, stored only in underground tanks, kerosene, lubricating oil or grease for operation of automobiles, are offered for sale directly to the public, on the premises, and including minor accessories and services for automobiles; but, not including major automobile repairs...extended periods.HOME OCCUPATIONA gainful occupation or profession customarily carried on by an occupant of a dwelling unit as a use which is clearly incidental to the use of the dwelling unit for residential purposes. The home occupation shall be carried on wholly within the principal building or within a building accessory thereto, and only by members of the family occupying the premises and one person outside the family. No article shall be sold or offered for sale on the premises

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Harvey · 16.04.060

Definitions

Summary

This section of the Harvey municipal ordinance defines key terms used throughout the title. It provides specific definitions for accessory structures and uses, as well as terms related to adult entertainment establishments.

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used in this title: "Accessory structure" means a structure which is subordinate to a principal structure and is located on the same lot. "Accessory use" means a use that: Is subordinate in area, extent, and purpose to, and serves, a principal use; 1. Is customarily found as an incident to such principal use; 2. Contributes to the comfort, convenience, or necessity of those occupying, working at, or being served by such principal use; 3. Is, except as otherwise expressly authorized...means: 1. A gainful occupation or hobby customarily carried on by an occupant of a dwelling unit as a use which is clearly incidental to the use of the dwelling unit for residential purposes. The home occupation shall be carried on wholly within the principal building or within a building accessory thereto and only by members of the family occupying the premises. 2. No article shall be sold or offered for sale on the premises except such as is produced

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Third Lake · 32.54

Lot area, yard and bulk requirements

Summary

This section outlines the minimum lot area, width, and yard setback requirements for principal and accessory uses, with specific provisions for multifamily dwellings. It references a table and other sections for detailed requirements, including considerations for yards abutting residential zones.

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area means any principal use together with all accessory uses shall be located on a lot having a minimum area as shown in column 3, Table 2; except as provided in the footnotes to Table 2 and section 32-460. The minimum lot area for multifamily dwellings shall be the sum of the lot area requirement for the first dwelling unit plus the lot area requirements for each additional dwelling unit as shown in column 3, Table...Zone Use Area (sq. ft.) Width (ft.) Street (ft.) Rear (ft.) Minimum Side (ft.) Abutting Residential (ft.) Lake (ft.) Lot Coverage (%) F.A.R. Height of Principal Use (ft.) Height of Accessory Use (ft.) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 R-1 Single-Family Dwelling 20,000 90 30 20 9 9 50 30 — 35 20 R-2 Single-Family Dwelling 11,000 70 30 20 8 8 50 30 — 35 20 R-3 Single

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Willowbrook · 4.2.11

Permit Fees

Summary

This section outlines the permit fees for development and construction within Willowbrook, detailing specific charges for building plan examinations, grading plan reviews, and the calculation of building permit fees for residential structures based on cubic content and foundation area.

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Completion (CC) (including but not limited to: remodel, rehab, flatwork, windows, accessory structures, fences, etc.): (a) Single-family Residential and Multi Family Residential (Condo Unit): Forty dollars ($40.00). (b) Commercial/Nonresidential and Multi Family Res. (Common Area): Sixty dollars ($60.00). 4. Temporary Occupancy Permits (TCO), fee per certificate issuance (predetermined time limits will apply, one-month term typical, six (6) months maximum (weather based)): (a) Residential, Per Dwelling Unit: One hundred twenty-five dollars ($125.00). (b) Nonresidential: Two hundred fifty dollars...resubmittal of all necessary applications, bonds, and certificates, etc. for approval whenever a contractor is changed after the building permit has been issued. 10. Demolition/Wrecking: (a) Residential: (1) Principal Dwellings: One thousand five hundred dollars ($1,500.00). (2) Detached Garage Structures: One hundred seventy-five dollars ($175.00). (3) Other Accessory Structures: Fifty dollars ($50.00). (b) Non-Residential/Multi-Family: (1) Principal Structures: Three thousand dollars ($3,000.00). (2) Detached Garage Structures: One hundred seventy-five dollars ($175.00). (3) Other Accessory Structures

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Westmont · 18.487

Building permit fees

Summary

This section outlines the building permit fees in Westmont, detailing application fees, how they are applied to overall permit fees, and specific exclusions. It also describes the scope for commercial building permit fees.

Section Text

buildings or structures, are specified in chapter 95, articles III, IV, V, and VI of this Code. Residential building permit fees shall apply to all one and two family dwellings. Including, but not limited to, new construction, repair, renovation, addition and/or remodeling. Residential building permit fees shall also apply to accessory buildings, structures and fences, including, but not limited to new construction, repair, renovation, addition and/or remodeling. b. Building permit fee calculation: The building permit fees for all uses listed

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Glenwood · 4.09

Trailers, tents, and boats

Summary

This section of the Glenwood municipal ordinance regulates the storage, parking, and use of trailers, tents, and boats on residential and other lots, setting limits based on district type and intended purpose, with exceptions for temporary uses and construction.

Section Text

Travel and camping trailers, mobile homes. 1 Trailers or mobile homes shall not be permanently affixed to the ground as a principal building or accessory structure on a lot in any district. 2 Travel trailers, camping trailers, and mobile homes shall not be occupied for dwelling purposes. 3 In an R1, R2, and R3 district, not more than one travel trailer or camping trailer may be stored or parked on any lot. In an R4 district, not more than

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Rolling Meadows · 18.5

Adoption of International Residential Code (2024)

Summary

This section adopts the 2024 International Residential Code (IRC) for one- and two-family dwellings and townhouses. It specifically amends Section 105.2 to list building work that is exempt from permit requirements.

Section Text

provisions of this code shall apply to the construction, alteration, movement, enlargement, replacement, repair, equipment, use and occupancy, location, removal and demolition of detached one- and two-family dwellings and townhouses not more than three stories above grade plane in height with a separate means of egress and their accessory structures not more than three stories above grade plane in height. 18-5-2: Amendments to Chapter 1, 2024 International Residential Code: C. Section 105.2 is amended to read...equipment not to be located in the front yard. 5. Window awnings supported by an exterior wall which do not project more than 48 inches from the exterior wall and do not require additional support. 6. One-story detached accessory structures used as tool and storage sheds, playhouses and similar uses, provided the floor area does not exceed 64 square feet in area, a maximum height of 12 feet above grade and not located in any easement. 7. Tents

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Oak Brook · 13.6E-2

Special Uses

Summary

This section outlines special uses permitted within the R5 Residence District in Oak Brook, detailing regulations for cemeteries, churches, cultural and recreational facilities, and multi-family age-restricted dwellings. It specifies lot size requirements for churches and mandates impact analyses for age-restricted housing.

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acres in area. Cultural and recreational facilities: Outdoor and indoor cultural and recreational facilities including, but not limited to, swimming pools, tennis courts, meeting facilities and other similar facilities accessory to and owned in common by the owners of properties within a residential development. Multi-family age-restricted dwellings, provided that the following conditions, in addition to those set forth in Zoning Ordinance Section 13-14-9, are met: A. The petitioner must provide the Village with an analysis

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Romeoville · 157.207

Planned Unit Developments - Residential

Summary

This section outlines exceptions to standard residential district regulations for Planned Unit Developments (PUDs) over 50 dwelling units. It permits certain B-1 District uses and accessory uses, subject to floor area limitations, while referencing other sections for bulk, parking, signage, landscaping, performance standards, ingress/egress, outdoor storage, and accessory use regulations.

Section Text

developments located in one or more residential districts, exception may be made in the regulations of these districts, as provided herein: (A) Use regulations. In developments containing over 50 dwelling units, uses specifically permitted and special uses in the B-1 District may be allowed; provided that these uses and accessory uses shall not occupy more than 10% of the gross floor area of the development; (B) Bulk regulations. In accordance with individual district requirements; (C) Off-street parking

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Crestwood · 159.033

Site And Structural Requirements

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This section establishes minimum lot sizes, maximum lot coverage, and specific yard depth requirements for single-family residential lots in the R-1 district. It also includes provisions for front, rear, and side yards, with special considerations for corner lots.

Section Text

other person for any property for a lot of less than 6,600 square feet in the R-1 Single-Family Residential District. (3) The minimum lot area per dwelling unit not serviced by the Village Water and Sewer Department shall be 15,000 square feet. No building with its accessory buildings shall occupy in excess of 35% of any interior or corner lot. Lot area is not to include street dedications. (B) Yards. (1) Front yard. There shall

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Hazel Crest · 7.5

R-3 General residence district (Ord. [No.] 1-1978, 2/14/78)

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This section of the Hazel Crest municipal ordinance establishes regulations for the R-3 General Residence District, outlining permitted and special uses, and specifying dimensional requirements for lots, including minimum lot area, width, floor area ratio, lot coverage, and yard depths.

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more than 20% total units/ building) 3,000 square feet 14.5 * *Total combined units per acre will not exceed ten (10) units. D. Lot width. For single-family dwellings, as in the R-1 district. E. Floor area ratio. Not to exceed 0.6. F. Lot coverage. The buildings, including accessory buildings, on any lot shall not cover, in the aggregate, more than thirty (30) per cent of the area of each lot. G. Front yard. Not less than twenty-five

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Naperville · 6.6A-2

PERMITTED USES

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This section lists the exclusively permitted uses for parcels of land and structures within the R1A Low Density Single-Family Residence District in Naperville. Allowed uses include primary and secondary schools without boarding, preschools as accessories to schools, golf courses, parks, playgrounds, forest preserves, single-family detached dwellings, and residential care homes.

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designed for other than one of the following uses: (Ord. 80-5, 1-21-1980) 1. Primary and secondary schools that do not have boarding facilities. 2. Preschools, when accessory to a primary or secondary school. 3. Golf courses. 4. Parks, playgrounds, and forest preserves. 5. Single-family detached dwellings. 6. Residential care homes

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R-3 General residence district (Ord. [No.] 1-1978, 2/14/78)

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