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Hometown · 5.71

Purpose, intent and scope; interpretation

Summary

This section outlines the purpose and intent of Article 6, establishing policies and procedures for the construction of facilities in Hometown's rights-of-way. It aims to ensure public benefit while preserving the integrity, safety, and visual qualities of public spaces, addressing issues like interference with traffic, city utilities, environmental damage, and visual blight.

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Purpose. The purpose of this article is to establish policies and procedures for constructing facilities in rights-of-way within the City's jurisdiction, which will provide public benefit consistent with the preservation of the integrity, safe usage, and visual qualities of the City rights-of-way and the City as a whole. (B) Intent. In enacting this article, the City intends to exercise its authority over the rights-of-way in the City and, in particular...trees, from the installation of utility and wireless facilities; (5) Protect against increased stormwater runoff due to structures and materials that increase impermeable surfaces; (6) Preserve the character of the neighborhoods in which facilities are installed; (7) Preserve open space, particularly the tree-lined parkways that characterize the City's residential neighborhoods; (8) Prevent visual blight from the proliferation of facilities in the rights-of-way; and (9) Assure the continued safe use and enjoyment of private properties adjacent
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Chicago Heights · 401/2.30

Purpose and scope

Summary

This section establishes the purpose and intent of the article, which is to set policies and procedures for the construction of utility facilities in rights-of-way. The article aims to ensure public benefit while preserving the integrity, safety, and visual qualities of public spaces.

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Purpose. The purpose of this article is to establish policies and procedures for constructing facilities on rights-of-way within the city's jurisdiction, which will provide public benefit consistent with the preservation of the integrity, safe usage, and visual qualities of the city rights-of-way and the city as a whole. (b) Intent. In enacting this article the city intends to exercise its authority over the rights-of-way in the city and, in particular...trees, from the installation of utility facilities; (5) Protect against increased stormwater run-off due to structures and materials that increase impermeable surfaces; (6) Preserve the character of the neighborhoods in which facilities are installed; (7) Preserve open space, particularly the tree-lined parkways that characterize the city's residential neighborhoods; (8) Prevent visual blight from the proliferation of facilities in the rights-of-way; and (9) Assure the continued safe use and enjoyment of private properties adjacent to utility
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Thornton · 8.5.1

Purpose and scope

Summary

This chapter establishes policies and procedures for the construction of utility facilities in Thornton's rights-of-way, aiming to ensure public benefit while preserving the integrity, safety, and visual qualities of public spaces and the Village as a whole.

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Amended 10-15-2007(1)]A. Purpose. The purpose of this chapter is to establish policies and procedures for constructing facilities on rights-of-way within the Village's jurisdiction, which will provide public benefit consistent with the preservation of the integrity, safe usage, and visual qualities of the Village rights-of-way and the Village as a whole.B. Intent. In enacting this chapter, the Village intends to exercise its authority over the rights-of-way in the Village...trees, from the installation of utility facilities;5. Protect against increased stormwater run-off due to structures and materials that increase impermeable surfaces;6. Preserve the character of the neighborhoods in which facilities are installed;7. Preserve open space, particularly the tree-lined parkways that characterize the Village's residential neighborhoods;8. Prevent visual blight from the proliferation of facilities in the rights-of-way; and9. Assure the continued safe use and enjoyment of private properties adjacent to utility facilities
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Rockdale · 66.91

Purpose and scope

Summary

This section outlines the purpose and intent of the ordinance, which is to establish policies and procedures for constructing facilities in Rockdale's rights-of-way. The goal is to ensure public benefit, preserve the integrity and safety of rights-of-way, and address various issues related to utility facilities.

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Purpose. The purpose of this article is to establish policies and procedures for constructing facilities on rights-of-way within the village's jurisdiction, which will provide public benefit consistent with the preservation of the integrity, safe usage, and visual qualities of the village rights-of-way and the village as a whole. (b) Intent. In enacting this article, the village intends to exercise its authority over the rights-of-way in the village and, in particular...trees, from the installation of utility facilities; (5) Protect against increased stormwater run-off due to structures and materials that increase impermeable surfaces; (6) Preserve the character of the neighborhoods in which facilities are installed; (7) Preserve open space, particularly the tree-lined parkways that characterize the village's residential neighborhoods; (8) Prevent visual blight from the proliferation of facilities in the rights-of-way; and (9) Assure the continued safe use and enjoyment of private properties adjacent to utility
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Huntley · 158.001

Purpose and scope

Summary

This chapter establishes policies and procedures for the construction of utility facilities within Huntley's rights-of-way, aiming to ensure public benefit while preserving the integrity, safety, and visual quality of public spaces and the Village.

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Purpose. The purpose of this chapter is to establish policies and procedures for constructing facilities on rights-of-way within the Village's jurisdiction, which will provide public benefit consistent with the preservation of the integrity, safe usage and visual qualities of the Village rights-of-way and the Village as a whole. (B) Intent. In enacting this chapter, the Village intends to exercise its authority over the rights-of-way in the Village and, in particular...trees, from the installation of utility facilities; (5) Protect against increased stormwater run-off due to structures and materials that increase impermeable surfaces; (6) Preserve the character of the neighborhoods in which facilities are installed; (7) Preserve open space, particularly the tree-lined parkways that characterize the Village's residential neighborhoods; (8) Prevent visual blight from the proliferation of facilities in the rights-of-way; and (9) Assure the continued safe use and enjoyment of private properties adjacent to utility
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Vernon Hills · Section 1.00

Purpose and scope

Summary

This article establishes policies and procedures for constructing utility facilities in Vernon Hills' rights-of-way to ensure public benefit, safety, and preservation of the village's integrity, visual qualities, and environment. It aims to prevent interference with public ways, avoid hazardous obstructions, protect existing utilities and the environment, and preserve neighborhood character and open space.

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Purpose. the purpose of this article is to establish policies and procedures for constructing facilities on rights-of-way within the village's jurisdiction, which will provide public benefit consistent with the preservation of the integrity, safe usage, and visual qualities of the village rights-of-way and the village as a whole. b) Intent. In enacting this article, the village intends to exercise its authority over the rights-of-way in the village and, in particular...trees, from the installation of utility facilities; 5) Protect against increased stormwater run-off due to structures and materials that increase impermeable surfaces; 6) Preserve the character of the neighborhoods in which facilities are installed; 7) Preserve open space, particularly the tree-lined parkways that characterize the Village's residential neighborhoods; 8) Prevent visual blight from the proliferation of facilities in the rights-of-way; and 9) Assure the continued safe use and enjoyment of private properties adjacent to utility
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Forest View · 8.6.1

Purpose And Scope

Summary

This section establishes the purpose and intent of the ordinance to regulate the construction of utility facilities in public rights-of-way. Its goals are to ensure public benefit, preserve the integrity and visual qualities of public spaces, and prevent various interferences and hazards.

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Purpose: The purpose of this Chapter is to establish policies and procedures for constructing facilities on rights-of-way within the Village's jurisdiction, which will provide public benefit consistent with the preservation of the integrity, safe usage, and visual qualities of the Village rights-of-way and the Village as a whole. (B)   Intent: In enacting this Chapter, the Village of Forest View intends to exercise its authority over the rights-of-way in the Village of Forest View...trees, from the installation of utility facilities; 5.   Protect against increased stormwater run-off due to structures and materials that increase impermeable surfaces; 6.   Preserve the character of the neighborhoods in which facilities are installed; 7.   Preserve open space, particularly the tree-lined parkways that characterize the Village of Forest View's residential neighborhoods; 8.   Prevent visual blight from the proliferation of facilities in the rights-of-way; and 9.   Assure the continued safe use and enjoyment of private properties
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Markham · 158.001

Purpose And Scope

Summary

This section establishes the purpose and intent of the chapter to regulate the construction of facilities within Markham's rights-of-way. It aims to ensure public benefit by preserving the integrity, safe usage, and visual qualities of public spaces while addressing various interference and environmental concerns.

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Purpose. The purpose of this chapter is to establish policies and procedures for constructing facilities on rights-of-way within the city's jurisdiction, which will provide public benefit consistent with the preservation of the integrity, safe usage, and visual qualities of the city rights-of-way and the city as a whole. (B) Intent. In enacting this chapter, the city intends to exercise its authority over the rights-of-way in the city and, in particular...trees, from the installation of utility facilities; (5)   Protect against increased stormwater run-off due to structures and materials that increase impermeable surfaces; (6)   Preserve the character of the neighborhoods in which facilities are installed; (7)   Preserve open space, particularly the tree-lined parkways that characterize the city's residential neighborhoods; (8)   Prevent visual blight from the proliferation of facilities in the rights-of-way; and (9)   Assure the continued safe use and enjoyment of private properties adjacent to utility
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Matteson · 100.01

Purpose And Scope

Summary

This section establishes the purpose and intent of the ordinance regarding the construction of utility facilities within the village's rights-of-way. It aims to ensure public benefit by preserving the integrity, safety, and visual qualities of public spaces while addressing various potential interferences and damages.

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Purpose. The purpose of this chapter is to establish policies and procedures for constructing facilities on rights-of-way within the village’s jurisdiction, which will provide public benefit consistent with the preservation of the integrity, safe usage and visual qualities of the village rights-of-way and the village as a whole. (B) Intent. In enacting this chapter, the village intends to exercise its authority over the rights-of-way in the village and, in particular...trees, from the installation of utility facilities; (5)   Protect against increased stormwater run-off due to structures and materials that increase impermeable surfaces; (6)   Preserve the character of the neighborhoods in which facilities are installed; (7)   Preserve open space, particularly the tree-lined parkways that characterize the village’s residential neighborhoods; (8)   Prevent visual blight from the proliferation of facilities in the rights-of-way; and (9)   Assure the continued safe use and enjoyment of private properties adjacent to utility
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Rolling Meadows · 82.386

Purpose and scope

Summary

This article establishes policies and procedures for constructing utility facilities in city rights-of-way to ensure public benefit while preserving the integrity, safety, and visual qualities of public spaces and the city as a whole. It aims to prevent interference with public use, avoid hazards, protect existing utilities and the environment, and maintain neighborhood character.

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Purpose. The purpose of this article is to establish policies and procedures for constructing facilities on rights-of-way within the city's jurisdiction, which will provide public benefit consistent with the preservation of the integrity, safe usage, and visual qualities of the city rights-of-way and the city as a whole. (b) Intent. In enacting this article, the city intends to exercise its authority over the rights-of-way in the city and, in particular...trees, from the installation of utility facilities; (5) Protect against increased stormwater run-off due to structures and materials that increase impermeable surfaces; (6) Preserve the character of the neighborhoods in which facilities are installed; (7) Preserve open space, particularly the tree-lined parkways that characterize the city's residential neighborhoods; (8) Prevent visual blight from the proliferation of facilities in the rights-of-way; and (9) Assure the continued safe use and enjoyment of private properties adjacent to utility
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Maywood · 101.01

Purpose And Scope

Summary

This section establishes the purpose and scope of the ordinance, outlining the Village of Maywood's intent to regulate the construction of utility facilities on public rights-of-way. It aims to ensure public benefit by preserving the integrity, safety, and visual character of these areas while addressing potential interference with traffic, utilities, and the environment.

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Purpose and intent. The purpose of this chapter is to establish policies and procedures for constructing facilities on rights-of-way within the Village's jurisdiction, which will provide public benefit consistent with the preservation of the integrity, safe usage, and visual qualities of the Village rights-of-way and the Village as a whole. In enacting this chapter, the Village intends to exercise its authority over the rights-of-way in the Village and, in particular...trees, from the installation of utility facilities; (5)   Protect against increased stormwater run-off due to structures and materials that increase impermeable surfaces; (6)   Preserve the character of the neighborhoods in which facilities are installed; (7)   Preserve open space, particularly the tree-lined parkways that characterize the Village's residential neighborhoods; (8)   Prevent visual blight from the proliferation of facilities in the rights-of-way; and (9)   Assure the continued safe use and enjoyment of private properties adjacent to utility
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East Hazel Crest · 18.120

Purpose and scope

Summary

This article establishes policies and procedures for the construction of utility facilities within East Hazel Crest's rights-of-way. Its purpose is to ensure public benefit, protect the integrity and visual qualities of public spaces, and prevent interference with traffic, other utilities, and the environment.

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Purpose. The purpose of this article is to establish policies and procedures for constructing facilities on rights-of-way within the village's jurisdiction, which will provide public benefit consistent with the preservation of the integrity, safe usage, and visual qualities of the village rights-of-way and the village as a whole. (b) Intent. In enacting this article, the village intends to exercise its authority over the rights-of-way in the village and, in particular...trees, from the installation of utility facilities; (5) Protect against increased stormwater run-off due to structures and materials that increase impermeable surfaces; (6) Preserve the character of the neighborhoods in which facilities are installed; (7) Preserve open space, particularly the tree-lined parkways that characterize the Village's residential neighborhoods; (8) Prevent visual blight from the proliferation of facilities in the rights-of-way; and (9) Assure the continued safe use and enjoyment of private properties adjacent to utility
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Country Club Hills · 5.4.01

Purpose and Scope

Summary

This article establishes policies and procedures for constructing utility facilities in public rights-of-way to ensure public benefit, preserve the integrity and safety of rights-of-way, and prevent various interferences and obstructions.

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Purpose. The purpose of this Article is to establish policies and procedures for constructing facilities on rights-of-way within the City's jurisdiction, which will provide public benefit consistent with the preservation of the integrity, safe usage, and visual qualities of the City rights-of-way and the City as a whole. b) Intent. In enacting this Article, the City of Country Club Hills intends to exercise its authority over the rights-of-way in the City of Country...trees, from the installation of utility facilities; (5) Protect against increased stormwater run-off due to structures and materials that increase impermeable surfaces; (6) Preserve the character of the neighborhoods in which facilities are installed; (7) Preserve open space, particularly the tree-lined parkways that characterize the City of Country Club Hills's residential neighborhoods; (8) Prevent visual blight from the proliferation of facilities in the rights-of-way; and (9) Assure the continued safe use and enjoyment of private
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Peotone · 100.01

Purpose And Scope

Summary

This section establishes the purpose and intent of the ordinance, which is to regulate the construction of utility facilities within the village's rights-of-way. It aims to ensure public benefit, preserve the integrity and safety of public spaces, and protect against various negative impacts of utility installations.

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Purpose. The purpose of this chapter is to establish policies and procedures for constructing facilities on rights-of-way within the village's jurisdiction, which will provide public benefit consistent with the preservation of the integrity, safe usage, and visual qualities of the village rights-of-way and the village as a whole. (B) Intent. In enacting this chapter, the village intends to exercise its authority over the rights- of-way in the village and, in particular...trees, from the installation of utility facilities; (5)   Protect against increased stormwater run-off due to structures and materials that increase impermeable surfaces; (6)   Preserve the character of the neighborhoods in which facilities are installed; (7)   Preserve open space, particularly the tree-lined parkways that characterize the village's residential neighborhoods; (8)   Prevent visual blight from the proliferation of facilities in the rights-of-way; and (9)   Assure the continued safe use and enjoyment of private properties adjacent to utility
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Waukegan · 14.1151

Purpose and scope

Summary

This section establishes the purpose and intent of the ordinance regarding the construction of utility facilities in Waukegan's rights-of-way. It aims to ensure public benefit by preserving the integrity, safety, and visual quality of public spaces while addressing potential issues like interference with traffic and other utilities, environmental damage, and aesthetic blight.

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Purpose. The purpose of this chapter is to establish policies and procedures for constructing facilities on rights-of-way within the city's jurisdiction, which will provide public benefit consistent with the preservation of the integrity, safe usage, and visual qualities of the city rights-of-way and the city as a whole. (b) Intent. In enacting this article, the city intends to exercise its authority over the rights-of-way in the city and, in particular...trees, from the installation of utility facilities; (5) Protect against increased stormwater run-off due to structures and materials that increase impermeable surfaces; (6) Preserve the character of the neighborhoods in which facilities are installed; (7) Preserve open space, particularly the tree-lined parkways that characterize the city's residential neighborhoods; (8) Prevent visual blight from the proliferation of facilities in the rights-of-way; and (9) Assure the continued safe use and enjoyment of private properties adjacent to utility
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Carpentersville · 12.08.010

Purpose and scope

Summary

This chapter establishes policies and procedures for constructing facilities in Carpentersville's public rights-of-way. It aims to ensure public benefit by preserving the integrity, safety, and visual quality of public spaces, while addressing issues like interference with traffic and utilities, environmental damage, and visual blight.

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Purpose. The purpose of this chapter is to establish policies and procedures for constructing facilities on rights-of-way within the village's jurisdiction, which will provide public benefit consistent with the preservation of the integrity, safe usage, and visual qualities of the public rights-of-way and the village as a whole. B. Intent. In enacting this chapter, the village intends to exercise its authority over the rights-of-way in the village and, in particular...trees, from the installation of utility facilities; 5. Protect against increased stormwater run-off due to structures and materials that increase impermeable surfaces; 6. Preserve the character of the neighborhoods in which facilities are installed; 7. Preserve open space, particularly the tree-lined parkways that characterize the village's residential neighborhoods; 8. Prevent visual blight from the proliferation of facilities in the rights-of-way; and 9. Assure the continued safe use and enjoyment of private properties adjacent to utility
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Chicago Ridge · 42.236

Purpose and scope

Summary

This article establishes policies and procedures for constructing utility facilities in Chicago Ridge's rights-of-way to ensure public benefit while preserving the integrity, safety, and visual quality of the village. It outlines the village's intent to manage utility uses to prevent interference with public ways, avoid obstructions, protect utilities, and preserve the environment and neighborhood character.

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Purpose. The purpose of this article is to establish policies and procedures for constructing facilities on rights-of-way within the village's jurisdiction, which will provide public benefit consistent with the preservation of the integrity, safe usage, and visual qualities of the village rights-of-way and the village as a whole. (b) Intent. In enacting this article, the village intends to exercise its authority over the rights-of-way in the village and, in particular...trees, from the installation of utility facilities; (5) Protect against increased stormwater run-off due to structures and materials that increase impermeable surfaces; (6) Preserve the character of the neighborhoods in which facilities are installed; (7) Preserve open space, particularly the tree-lined parkways that characterize the village's residential neighborhoods; (8) Prevent visual blight from the proliferation of facilities in the rights-of-way; and (9) Ensure the continued safe use and enjoyment of private properties adjacent to utility
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West Chicago · 15.9

Purpose and scope

Summary

This section outlines the purpose and intent of the ordinance, which is to regulate the construction of utility facilities within West Chicago's rights-of-way. It aims to ensure public benefit while preserving the integrity, safety, and visual qualities of public spaces and the city.

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Purpose. The purpose of this article is to establish policies and procedures for constructing facilities on rights-of-way within the city's jurisdiction, which will provide public benefit consistent with the preservation of the integrity, safe usage, and visual qualities of the city rights-of-way and the city as a whole. (b) Intent. In enacting this article, the city intends to exercise its authority over the rights-of-way in the city and, in particular...trees, from the installation of utility facilities; (5) Protect against increased stormwater run-off due to structures and materials that increase impermeable surfaces; (6) Preserve the character of the neighborhoods in which facilities are installed; (7) Preserve open space, particularly the tree-lined parkways that characterize the city's residential neighborhoods; (8) Prevent visual blight from the proliferation of facilities in the rights-of-way; and (9) Assure the continued safe use and enjoyment of private properties adjacent to utility
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Park City · 12.16.010

Purpose and scope

Summary

This section establishes the purpose and intent of the ordinance, which is to set policies and procedures for constructing utility facilities in Park City's rights-of-way to ensure public benefit while preserving the integrity, safety, and visual qualities of the city and its neighborhoods.

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Purpose. The purpose of this chapter is to establish policies and procedures for constructing facilities on rights-of-way within the city's jurisdiction, which will provide public benefit consistent with the preservation of the integrity, safe usage, and visual qualities of the city rights-of-way and the city as a whole. B. Intent. In enacting the ordinance codified in this chapter, the city intends to exercise its authority over the rights-of-way in the city...trees, from the installation of utility facilities; 5. Protect against increased stormwater run-off due to structures and materials that increase impermeable surfaces; 6. Preserve the character of the neighborhoods in which facilities are installed; 7. Preserve open space, particularly the tree-lined parkways that characterize the city's residential neighborhoods; 8. Prevent visual blight from the proliferation of facilities in the rights-of-way; and 9. Assure the continued safe use and enjoyment of private properties adjacent to utility
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Palos Park · 1030.01

Purpose And Scope.

Summary

This chapter establishes policies and procedures for the construction of utility facilities within Palos Park's rights-of-way. The intent is to ensure these facilities serve the public benefit while preserving the integrity, safety, and visual appeal of the Village's public spaces and neighborhoods.

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Purpose . The purpose of this chapter is to establish policies and procedures for constructing facilities on rights-of-way within the Village's jurisdiction, which will provide public benefit consistent with the preservation of the integrity, safe usage, and visual qualities of the Village rights-of-way and the Village as a whole. (b) Intent . In enacting this chapter, the Village intends to exercise its authority over the rights-of-way in the Village and, in particular...trees, from the installation of utility facilities; (5)   Protect against increased stormwater run-off due to structures and materials that increase impermeable surfaces; (6)   Preserve the character of the neighborhoods in which facilities are installed; (7)   Preserve open space, particularly the tree-lined parkways that characterize the Village's residential neighborhoods; (8)   Prevent visual blight from the proliferation of facilities in the rights-of-way; and (9)   Assure the continued safe use and enjoyment of private properties adjacent to utility
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Crete · 22.15

Purpose and scope

Summary

This section establishes the purpose and intent of the article, which is to regulate the construction of utility facilities within the village's rights-of-way. It aims to ensure public benefit by preserving the integrity, safety, and visual qualities of public spaces while preventing interference with traffic, other utilities, and environmental damage.

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Purpose. The purpose of this article is to establish policies and procedures for constructing facilities on rights-of-way within the village's jurisdiction, which will provide public benefit consistent with the preservation of the integrity, safe usage, and visual qualities of the village rights-of-way and the village as a whole. (b) Intent. In enacting this article, the village intends to exercise its authority over the rights-of-way in the village and, in particular...trees, from the installation of utility facilities; (5) Protect against increased stormwater run-off due to structures and materials that increase impermeable surfaces; (6) Preserve the character of the neighborhoods in which facilities are installed; (7) Preserve open space, particularly the tree-lined parkways that characterize the village's residential neighborhoods; (8) Prevent visual blight from the proliferation of facilities in the rights-of-way; and (9) Assure the continued safe use and enjoyment of private properties adjacent to utility
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Deerfield · 19.64

Purpose And Scope:

Summary

This article establishes policies and procedures for constructing utility facilities in Deerfield's public rights-of-way. It aims to ensure public benefit while preserving the integrity, safety, and visual qualities of public spaces and the Village.

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Purpose: The purpose of this article is to establish policies and procedures for constructing facilities on rights-of-way within the Village's jurisdiction, which will provide public benefit consistent with the preservation of the integrity, safe usage, and visual qualities of the Village rights-of-way and the Village as a whole. (b) Intent: In enacting this article, the Village of Deerfield intends to exercise its authority over the rights- of-way in the Village of Deerfield...trees, from the installation of utility facilities; (5)   Protect against increased stormwater run-off due to structures and materials that increase impermeable surfaces; (6)   Preserve the character of the neighborhoods in which facilities are installed; (7)   Preserve open space, particularly the tree-lined parkways that characterize the Village of Deerfield's residential neighborhoods; (8)   Prevent visual blight from the proliferation of facilities in the rights-of-way; and (9)   Assure the continued safe use and enjoyment of private properties adjacent
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Deerfield · 19.64

Purpose And Scope:

Summary

This article establishes policies and procedures for constructing utility facilities in Deerfield's public rights-of-way. It aims to ensure public benefit while preserving the integrity, safety, and visual qualities of public spaces and the Village.

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Purpose: The purpose of this article is to establish policies and procedures for constructing facilities on rights-of-way within the Village's jurisdiction, which will provide public benefit consistent with the preservation of the integrity, safe usage, and visual qualities of the Village rights-of-way and the Village as a whole. (b) Intent: In enacting this article, the Village of Deerfield intends to exercise its authority over the rights- of-way in the Village of Deerfield...trees, from the installation of utility facilities; (5)   Protect against increased stormwater run-off due to structures and materials that increase impermeable surfaces; (6)   Preserve the character of the neighborhoods in which facilities are installed; (7)   Preserve open space, particularly the tree-lined parkways that characterize the Village of Deerfield's residential neighborhoods; (8)   Prevent visual blight from the proliferation of facilities in the rights-of-way; and (9)   Assure the continued safe use and enjoyment of private properties adjacent
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Elwood · 51.01

Purpose And Scope

Summary

This section establishes the purpose and scope of Chapter 51, which sets policies and procedures for constructing utility facilities within Elwood's rights-of-way. It aims to balance public benefit with the preservation of the integrity, safety, and visual quality of public spaces.

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Purpose. The purpose of this Chapter 51 is to establish policies and procedures for constructing facilities on rights-of-way within the village's jurisdiction, which will provide public benefit consistent with the preservation of the integrity, safe usage, and visual qualities of the village rights-of-way and the village as a whole. (B) Intent. In enacting this Chapter 51, the village intends to exercise its authority over the rights-of-way in the village and, in particular...trees, from the installation of utility facilities; (5)   Protect against increased stormwater run-off due to structures and materials that increase impermeable surfaces; (6)   Preserve the character of the neighborhoods in which facilities are installed; (7)   Preserve open space, particularly the tree-lined parkways that characterize the village's residential neighborhoods; (8)   Prevent visual blight from the proliferation of facilities in the rights-of-way; and (9)   Assure the continued safe use and enjoyment of private properties adjacent to utility
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Diamond · 158.01

Purpose; Scope

Summary

This chapter establishes policies and procedures for constructing facilities on rights-of-way in Diamond to ensure public benefit, safe usage, and visual integrity. It aims to prevent interference with public ways, hazardous conditions, and damage to village utilities and the environment, while preserving neighborhood character and open space.

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Purpose . The purpose of this chapter is to establish policies and procedures for constructing facilities on rights-of-way within the village’s jurisdiction, which will provide public benefit consistent with the preservation of the integrity, safe usage, and visual qualities of the village rights-of-way and the village as a whole. (B) Intent . In enacting this chapter, the village intends to exercise its authority over the rights-of-way in the village and, in particular...trees, from the installation of utility facilities; (5)   Protect against increased stormwater run-off due to structures and materials that increase impermeable surfaces; (6)   Preserve the character of the neighborhoods in which facilities are installed; (7)   Preserve open space, particularly the tree-lined parkways that characterize the village’s residential neighborhoods; (8)   Prevent visual blight from the proliferation of facilities in the rights-of-way; and (9)   Assure the continued safe use and enjoyment of private properties adjacent to utility
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