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Lombard · 112.10

License required

Summary

This section requires a retail liquor dealer's license to sell alcoholic liquor within the village, prohibits the peddling of alcoholic liquor, and restricts consumption on business or club premises unless a license is held or for specific, fee-free special occasions.

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unlawful to sell or offer for sale at retail in the village any alcoholic liquor without having a retail liquor dealer's license, or in violation of the terms of such license. (B) Peddling...alcoholic liquor is absolutely prohibited. (C) It is unlawful for any business or club to allow the consumption of alcoholic beverages on the premises of that business or club unless the business or club has a validly issued liquor license, or the consumption of alcoholic beverage is without fee or charge and done on a special occasion basis only (open house, Christmas party, or the like). ('70 Code, § 5.28.030) (Ord. 2545, passed 7-8-82; Am. Ord. 2907, passed

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Oakbrook Terrace · 111.007

Procedures for issuance of license

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This section outlines the procedure for issuing liquor licenses in Oakbrook Terrace. It details the application review process, including police investigations and floor plan reviews, and establishes a 90-day timeline for the Commissioner to either grant or deny the license, providing written reasons for denial and listing additional factors for consideration.

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contacts with the city's Police Department, City Clerk's Office and Community Development Department, with the local fire protection districts or with any enforcement body of the federal, state or county governments; (6) The need for a liquor license for successful operation of the business; (7) The applicant's previous experience with the handling of liquor, including prior violations of liquor control laws or the absence thereof; (8) The experience of the applicant's liquor manager, including prior violations...liquor control laws or the absence thereof; (9) The neighborhood in which such licensed establishment is to be operated, and the potential impact on such neighborhood if a liquor license is granted; (10) The geographical distribution of licenses in the city; (11) Input from city's staff members and the city's Police Department, or from the local fire protection districts, as to the likely impact of the establishment on the community; (12) Any other factors which may be relevant

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Worth · 3.6.7

Closing Hours

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This section establishes the specific hours during which alcoholic liquor can be sold, offered for sale, given away, and consumed on licensed premises across various license classes in Worth. It also mandates a last call procedure and the removal of drinks before closing.

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shall be unlawful to sell or offer for sale, at retail, or to give away in or upon any licensed premises, any alcoholic liquor except at the following times. Liquor may be consumed on the licensed premises only during the hours...forth below. Thirty (30) minutes prior to the liquor closing time, the licensee shall take orders for the last round of alcoholic drinks. The licensee must remove any alcoholic drinks from the patron area before the designated liquor closing time. License Class Monday - Friday Saturday Sunday License Class Monday - Friday Saturday Sunday A-1 (tavern) 7:00 A.M. - 2:00 A.M. following, until 3:00 A.M. on Friday 7:00 A.M. - 3:00 A.M. following 12:00 noon

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Chicago Ridge · 8.144

Revocation and suspension of license and permit sticker

Summary

This section outlines the process for revoking or suspending video gaming establishment licenses and permit stickers in Chicago Ridge. It details a required public hearing for violations of chapter 14, but also mandates automatic revocation/suspension if a liquor license or state video gaming license is revoked or suspended.

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suspended, except after a public hearing before the mayor, with a three day written notice to the licensed establishment affording the licensed establishment an opportunity to appear and defend. (b) Notwithstanding the foregoing, any licensed establishment that has its liquor license revoked or suspended by the village or by the state liquor commission, or has its video gaming license revoked or suspended by the state gaming board, shall automatically, without a hearing before the mayor, have its village video gaming...establishment license and all village video gaming terminal permit stickers revoked or suspended for the same time frame as its liquor or state gaming board gaming license is suspended, whichever the case

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St. Charles · 5.08.070

License—Application requirements

Summary

This section outlines the detailed application requirements for obtaining a local liquor dealer's license in St. Charles. Applicants must provide extensive personal, business, and property information, along with affirmations regarding their character and any prior license applications.

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Applications for a local liquor dealer's license shall be made to the Local Liquor Control Commissioner, in writing, signed by the applicant, if an individual, or by a duly authorized agent thereof if not an individual, verified by oath or affidavit, and shall contain the following statements and information: 1. In the case of an individual, the full name, age and address of the applicant; in the case of a co-partnership, the persons entitled to share...applicant will not violate any of the laws of the state, or of the United States, or any ordinance of the City in the conduct of his place of business; 12. Any applicant for a newly created city liquor license is to be fingerprinted whether said applicant is an individual or a partnership. Should the applicant be a corporation, the Local Liquor Control Commissioner may, within his discretion, require the following to be fingerprinted: the officers, manager or director thereof

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Palatine · 4.47

Restrictions

Summary

This section outlines restrictions on who can be issued a license by the village. It prohibits issuance to non-residents, individuals of poor character, non-citizens, those convicted of certain crimes, individuals with revoked licenses, and corporations that do not meet specific incorporation or qualification requirements.

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located within the territory subject to the jurisdiction of that official if the issuance of such license is approved by the state liquor control commission; (16) Any person, association, or corporation not eligible for a state retail liquor dealer's license; (17) A person who does not submit proof that all coin-operated amusement devices in the establishment have been licensed by the village and the fee paid. Failure to submit said proof as required will be grounds for denying...entity where the owner of the proposed licensed premises or any person from whom the licensee derives the right of possession of such premises or the corporate officer of such person or owner is ineligible to hold a liquor license. (b) In the event there is a violation of any of the foregoing restrictions by a person, corporation or partnership holding a license or any officer, manager, director, stockholder, or partner thereof, while said license is in effect, such license

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Downers Grove · Sec 3.31

Hours Of Business

Summary

This section outlines the permitted hours for selling and delivering alcoholic liquor for licensed premises in Downers Grove, with specific regulations for Class 'P' packaged liquor licenses and provisions for extensions.

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requested extension. Generally, extensions shall not be granted for liquor serving hours past 2:00 a.m. It shall be unlawful to keep open for business or to admit prospective customers to any premises having a Class "P" packaged liquor license during the hours within which the sale of alcoholic liquor is prohibited; provided, that in the case of: A Class "P" packaged liquor license for premises from which less than half of the gross revenues are derived from the sale...kept open during such hours, but no alcoholic liquor may be sold to any person in such premises during such hours. It shall be unlawful for any licensee to suffer or permit any person to consume alcoholic liquor on premises licensed under this Chapter later than one (1) hour after the applicable closing time determined under paragraph (a) of this DGMC Section 3.31. It shall be unlawful for any licensee holding a license for on-premise consumption, to sell

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Alsip · 4.62

Imposition of conditions, restrictions on license

Summary

This section grants the local liquor control commissioner the authority to impose conditions and restrictions on liquor licenses. These conditions are intended to ensure that the operation of liquor establishments does not negatively impact the community's safety, morals, and welfare.

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local liquor control commissioner may, as a condition to the issuance of any liquor license, impose such conditions and restrictions upon each license as he may deem necessary to ensure that operation of the liquor establishment shall not be harmful to the safety, morals, and welfare of the community

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Bolingbrook · 6.43

Revocation, suspension of license

Summary

This section outlines the conditions under which a retail liquor dealer license in Bolingbrook can be suspended or revoked, including violations of state law or village ordinances, and details the associated fines and hearing procedures. It also allows for immediate closure of licensed premises if community welfare is threatened.

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local liquor control commissioner may suspend a license if he or she determines, after a public hearing, that the licensee has violated any provisions of state law, any valid village ordinance or resolution, or any applicable rule or regulations established by the local liquor control commissioner or state commission. Additionally, and in conjunction with any suspension or revocation, the local liquor control commissioner may levy a fine not to exceed $1,000.00 for a first violation within a 12-month...notice of a public hearing to determine a violation as set forth in subsection (a) above. The local liquor commissioner shall keep a record of said hearing and reduce all evidence to writing. If the local liquor commissioner determines after hearing that the license should be revoked or suspended or otherwise fined, he or she shall state the reasons for such determination in a written order, including the total fine, length of suspension or order of revocation, and serve said

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Oakbrook Terrace · 111.036

Restrictions on possession or consumption of alcoholic liquor in certain places in the city

Summary

This section restricts the possession or consumption of open alcoholic liquor in public places and city-owned facilities, with specific exceptions for licensed temporary events or permitted activities during disasters. It also prohibits open containers in the passenger area of vehicles.

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alcoholic liquor, with the original package seal broken, in any building owned, operated or leased by the city, on any street, alley or highway, or in any other outdoor public place in the city, except where a Class C liquor license has been issued for a temporary event; or, if there is an executive order of the Governor or the Mayor or an order of the Illinois Department of Public Health or the DuPage County Health Department in effect during...areas owned by a governmental agency or on a public street or walkway located in a single-family or multiple-family residential zoning district, as established under the city's zoning ordinance (Chapter 156), except where a Class C liquor license has been issued for a temporary event; or, if there is an executive order of the Governor or the Mayor or an order of the Illinois Department of Public Health or the DuPage County Health Department in effect during

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Woodridge · 3.3.6

Restrictions On Issuance Of License

Summary

This section outlines the disqualifications for obtaining or renewing a local retail liquor dealer's license in Woodridge. It covers criteria related to residency, character, age, citizenship, criminal convictions, prior license revocations, and organizational structure.

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local retail liquor dealer's license shall be issued to: A. A person who is not a resident of the village. B. A person who is not of fit character and reputation in the community in which he resides and in the village. C. A person who has not yet attained the age of twenty one (21) years. D. A person who is not a citizen of the United States. E. A person who has been convicted of a felony...elected public official, law enforcing officer, the mayor or member of the village board of trustees, Woodridge officer or employee, or member of any Woodridge board or commission. Q. Any person not eligible for a state retail liquor dealer's license. R. A person who has been convicted of a gambling offense as prescribed by any of the subsections (a)(3) through (a)(10) of section 5/28-1, or as prescribed by section 5/28-3 of the criminal code of 1961, approved

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Schiller Park · 110.59

Prohibited Conduct

Summary

This section prohibits specific sexual conduct, nudity, and certain types of entertainment and gambling on premises licensed to sell liquor in Schiller Park. It also outlines conditions for live music and allows for video gaming terminals.

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shall be unlawful for any licensee or agent thereof to permit any person to undertake, and it is unlawful for any person to undertake, the following kinds of conduct on premises in the Village licensed to sell liquor: (A) The performance of acts, or simulated acts, of sexual intercourse, masturbation, sodomy, bestiality, oral copulation, flagellation or any sexual acts which are prohibited by law. (B) The actual or simulated touching, caressing, or fondling of the breasts, buttocks, anus, or genitals...have first secured any other applicable license and/or permit from the Village and otherwise complied with the terms of the zoning ordinance(s) of the Village. (H) There shall be no conventional gambling allowed on any premises licensed to sell alcoholic liquor; except video gaming terminals licensed by the Illinois Gaming Board shall not be considered "conventional gambling," and shall therefore not be prohibited under this subsection. (I) There shall be no Game of Chance Amusement Device allowed

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Clarendon Hills · 33.4

Chief Administrative Officer

Summary

This section designates the Village Manager as the chief administrative officer responsible for directing village staff in the administration of Chapter 33 (Liquor). This includes handling inquiries and applications related to liquor licenses under the direction of the Commissioner and Village Board policies.

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policies of the Village Board and the direction of the Commissioner, the Village Manager shall direct the Village staff in regard to administering the provisions of this Chapter, including, but not limited to, responding to questions concerning liquor licenses and handling of liquor license applications

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Sandwich · 22.99

Application procedures

Summary

This section outlines the application procedures for permits required for encroaching furniture and improvements for outdoor dining. It details the necessary application components, including diagrams, insurance requirements, and proof of property ownership, to be submitted at least 30 days before operation.

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certified copy of a document showing that the owner of the sidewalk area consents to the sale of food and/or beverages on such sidewalk(s). (8) If an applicant contemplates the consumption of alcoholic beverages a State of Illinois liquor license and a separate liquor license application for the premises shall also be submitted to the city clerk's office. A certified BASSET trained employee shall be responsible for the service of alcohol. (9) If the applicant contemplates the consumption

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Oak Brook · 4.1.18

Outdoor Sales

Summary

This section permits the sale of alcoholic liquor in an outdoor area adjacent to licensed premises, provided specific conditions related to enclosure, ownership, food service integration, access, and zoning compliance are met.

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Except on the premises of a licensee holding a class G liquor license, the sale of alcoholic liquor in an outdoor area included in the licensed premises shall be permitted adjacent to premises licensed to sell alcoholic liquor for consumption on the premises, subject to the following conditions: A. The outdoor area is delineated by an enclosure; and B. The outdoor area is owned or leased by the licensee; and C. The outdoor area is included as part

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Rolling Meadows · 22.1181

Definitions

Summary

This section provides definitions for key terms related to video gaming within the City of Rolling Meadows. It defines 'Licensed establishment', 'Terminal operator', and 'Video gaming terminal', ensuring consistency with the state's Video Gaming Act.

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establishment means any licensed retail establishment in the city where alcoholic liquor is drawn, poured, mixed, or otherwise served for consumption on the premises, and that maintains a class GC license, or a class GA license and its correlating liquor license, under section 6-36 of the City's Liquor Code (Chapter 6 of the City Code). Terminal operator means an individual, partnership, corporation, or limited liability company that that owns, services, and maintains video gaming terminals for placement

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Calumet City · 6.94

Change of location

Summary

This section outlines rules for the location of retailer alcoholic liquor sales, specifying that sales are only permitted at the licensed premises. It also establishes that a license is automatically revoked if the establishment closes for 60 continuous days, with exceptions for approved repairs and renovations.

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retailer's alcoholic liquor license shall permit the sale of alcoholic liquor only the premises described in the application and license and it shall be unlawful to sell alcoholic liquor at retail at any other place. If the establishment closes, and remains closed for sixty (60) continuous days, it shall be considered abandoned and the liquor license attached to that location shall be automatically revoked. This will not apply if an appropriate building permit has been issued to the premises...order to make repairs or renovations to the property and after receiving permission from the liquor control commissioner, and as otherwise extended by said commissioner, upon request by the license holder. (Code

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Lockport · 111.24

Bottle Clubs

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This ordinance prohibits bottle clubs and the retail sale of non-alcoholic beverages intended for mixing with alcohol, unless authorized under specific conditions. It permits "bottle clubs" or BYOB (Bring Your Own Beverage) arrangements in freestanding retail tobacco stores, provided they meet strict operational requirements and receive formal approval from the local liquor commissioner.

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authorized and prescribed herein in division (B). Furthermore, no person shall sell at retail for consumption on the premises any nonalcoholic beverage or ice, knowing the same to be intended to be mixed with any alcoholic liquor, except on premises licensed for the retail sale of alcoholic liquor for consumption on the premises or as authorized and prescribed herein in division (B). For purposes of this section, a person who is present on the premises shall be presumed...shall be unlawful for any person to carry, transport or possess liquor in an unsealed and open condition, except as permitted for wine bottles from restaurants under the Illinois Liquor Control Act, 235 ILCS 5/6-33, which allows a liquor licensed establishment to permit a patron to remove one unsealed and partially consumed bottle of wine, provided the bottle shall be placed into a one-time use, see-through, sealable, tamper-proof bag which has been sealed by the restaurant licensee

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Elmhurst · 36.10

Terms—Fees

Summary

This section outlines the annual licensing term and details the various fees associated with different classes of retail liquor licenses and endorsements in Elmhurst. It also includes provisions for prorating license fees based on the application date and specifies that no refunds are provided if a business ceases operations before the license expires.

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Beer, Wine, and Malted Beverages only $250.00 Packaged add-on All-Liquor $500.00 Internet Sales $1,500.00 Club $2,500.00 Hotel $500.00 Brew Pub $500.00 (d) License fees may be prorated for persons or firms not holding a liquor license at the time of application according to the following schedule: Period Prorated Fee For licenses issued between July 1 through September 30 of each year 100% of full license fee For licenses issued between October 1 through December...that date which is five business days prior to June 30 in each year. All renewals shall be subject to all other license qualifications. (f) No licensee shall continue to engage in the business of selling alcoholic liquor after expiration of a license unless the required fee has been paid. (g) All required fees shall be paid to the City Clerk's Office, in cash, by credit card, certified or cashier's check or business check at the discretion

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Villa Park · 3.206

Powers with reference to licenses

Summary

This section outlines the powers and duties of the local liquor control commissioner in Villa Park, including granting, suspending, and revoking liquor licenses, conducting inspections, receiving complaints, collecting fees, and examining applicants and licensees.

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provisions of the Liquor Control Law, or this chapter, or rule adopted by the commission have been or are being violated and to act upon such complaint in the manner provided in the Liquor Control Law. (d) To receive local license fees and pay the same to the village treasurer. (e) To examine, or cause to be examined under oath, any applicant for a local license or for a renewal thereof, or any licensee upon whom notice of revocation...Profit Corporation Act, or a foreign corporation functioning as a club in this state under a certificate of authority issued under that act, has violated this act by selling or offering for sale at retail alcoholic liquor without a retailer's license

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Sugar Grove · 3.2.1

Definitions

Summary

This section provides definitions for terms used within the Sugar Grove Liquor Control chapter. It specifies that terms not defined here will follow the Illinois Liquor Control Act, and defines key terms like Alcoholic Liquor, Commissioner, Licensed Premises, Original Package, and Retail Sales.

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alcohol by volume, which is fit for beverage purposes. COMMISSIONER: The Local Liquor Control Commissioner of the Village of Sugar Grove LICENSED PREMISES: Any building, portion of a building, secured enclosed area, or other such area identified on a liquor license application and used by the licensee for purposes of serving liquor pursuant to a liquor license. ORIGINAL PACKAGE: Any container whatsoever used, corked or capped, sealed and labeled by the manufacturer of alcoholic liquor to contain and to convey

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Diamond · 110.03

License Required

Summary

This section requires any entity selling, delivering, giving away, or dispensing alcoholic liquor within Diamond to obtain a local liquor license for each location. It also mandates the display of local and state licenses and requires prompt production of permits upon demand.

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current tax period by the United States Government or any of its agencies, shall constitute prima facie evidence that such person is subject to the provisions of this chapter. (D) Within 15 days after obtaining a local liquor license permit pursuant to this chapter, the licensee shall, as applicable, obtain a similar liquor license required by the State of Illinois for the sale at retail of any alcoholic liquor. No alcoholic liquor may be purveyed by the licensee under...state license is obtained by the licensee and proof of same is provided to the Local Liquor Control Commissioner. The licensee must maintain its state license in good standing for the term of its local liquor license/permit. (E) All licensees shall cause the license issued pursuant to this chapter, the similar state license, and the signage requirements set forth in § 110.30 below, to be framed and displayed at all times on the licensed premises in a conspicuous location, prominently visible

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Woodstock · 3.3.17

Revocation, Suspension Or Fine

Summary

This section outlines the grounds and procedures for revoking or suspending liquor licenses in Woodstock, including violations of local ordinances, state liquor laws, criminal code violations on or off-premises related to alcohol sales, and false statements in license applications. It also allows for fines in addition to or instead of license suspension or revocation.

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relates to the sale or consumption of alcoholic beverages on the licensed premises. During such period of suspension, no alcoholic liquor shall be sold on said licensed premises. C. Fine: In addition to revocation or suspension of the liquor license by the Commissioner, any person, firm, or corporation who: (i) violates any provision of this chapter (including violations related to the Illinois Video Gaming Act), or (ii) violates any provision of the Illinois Liquor Control Act, or (iii) violates...offense. D. Any party subject to revocation, suspension, or fine under this Section also shall be responsible for the City’s cost of prosecution, including reasonable attorney fees, for each offense, including proceedings related to the revocation of their liquor license. E. Proof Establishing Violation: Proof before the commissioner of the facts establishing a violation of any federal law, state statute or regulation, city ordinance or resolution or rule of the Illinois liquor control commission or the Illinois gaming board

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South Barrington · 3.2.3

License And Compliance Required; Delivery And Consumption On Village Property

Summary

This section mandates that any sale of alcoholic liquor within South Barrington requires both a village retail liquor license and a state of Illinois retail liquor license. It also permits the delivery and consumption of alcoholic liquor, but not its sale, at the South Barrington Village Hall for authorized special events.

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shall be unlawful to sell or offer for sale in the village any alcoholic liquor without having a valid village retail liquor license and a valid state of Illinois retail liquor license. B. The provisions of subsection A of this section notwithstanding alcoholic liquor may be delivered and consumed, but not sold, on the premises of that property commonly known as the South Barrington Village Hall, 30 S. Barrington Road, South Barrington, Illinois, for special events as may be authorized

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Burbank · 3.3

License classifications; hours of operation

Summary

This section classifies licenses for the sale of alcoholic liquor into several categories (A through F), each with specific regulations regarding sales (on/off-premises), entertainment, and hours of operation. Different license classes have distinct closing times, with some exceptions for holidays.

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Licenses for sale of alcoholic liquor shall be divided in the following classes: (1) Class A, packaged liquor sales only. A class A license shall entitle the licensee to make sales at retail of alcoholic liquor for consumption off the premises only. No alcoholic liquor shall be consumed on the premises. Live entertainment is prohibited. All licensed premises shall be closed between the hours of 2:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. Monday through Sunday. (2) Class B, sale...consumption on and off premises. A class B license shall entitle the licensee to make sales at retail of alcoholic liquor for consumption on or off the premises. All licensed premises shall be closed between the hours of 2:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. Monday through Saturday, shall be closed between the hours of 3:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. on Sunday and Christmas Day, and shall be closed between the hours

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