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Crystal Lake · 427.1

Purpose and scope

Summary

This section establishes the purpose and scope of ordinances governing facility construction within Crystal Lake's rights-of-way. Its intent is to ensure public benefit by preserving the integrity, safety, and visual quality of public spaces while addressing various utility-related issues.

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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) Protecting against increased stormwater run-off due to structures and materials that increase impermeable surfaces; (6) Preserving the character of the neighborhoods in which facilities are installed; (7) Preserving open space, particularly the tree-lined parkways that characterize the City's residential neighborhoods; (8) Preventing visual blight from the proliferation of facilities in the rights-of-way; and (9) Assuring the continued safe use and enjoyment of private properties adjacent to utility
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East Dundee · 54.01

Purpose And Scope

Summary

This section establishes the purpose and intent of the chapter regarding the construction of utility facilities within public rights-of-way. It aims to balance public benefit with the preservation of the integrity, safety, and visual qualities of the village's public spaces.

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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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Westmont · 82.351

Purpose and scope

Summary

This section outlines the purpose of the article, which is to establish policies for constructing utility facilities in Westmont's rights-of-way. The intent is to ensure public benefit while preserving the integrity, safety, and visual qualities of public spaces and neighboring properties.

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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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Kenilworth · 56.01

Purpose And Scope

Summary

This section establishes the purpose and intent of the ordinance regarding the construction of utility facilities in Kenilworth'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 caused by utility installations.

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Purpose. The purpose of this subchapter 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 subchapter, 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)   Minimize visual impact and 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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Olympia Fields · 18.501

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 visual qualities of the village, and prevent interference with traffic and other utilities. It aims to protect environmental resources 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 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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Elmhurst · 5.52

Purpose and scope

Summary

This section outlines the purpose and intent of the ordinance, which is to establish policies and procedures for constructing utility facilities in city rights-of-way. It aims to ensure public benefit while preserving the integrity, safety, and visual qualities of public spaces and surrounding areas.

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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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Old Mill Creek · 151.02

Intent

Summary

This section outlines the village's intent to regulate the use of public ways and property by utilities and others. It aims to establish uniform standards to prevent interference with public use, maintain safety, protect the environment, and preserve neighborhood character.

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trees, from the installation of utility facilities; (E)   Protecting against increased stormwater run-off due to structures and materials that increase impermeable surfaces; (F)   Preserving the character of the neighborhoods in which facilities are installed; (G)   Preserving open space, particularly the tree-lined parkways that characterize the village’s residential neighborhoods; (H)   Preventing visual blight from the proliferation of facilities in the rights-of-way; and (I)   Assuring the continued safe use and enjoyment of private properties adjacent to utility
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Oak Forest · 151.066

Purpose And Scope

Summary

This section establishes policies and procedures for constructing utility facilities in public rights-of-way in Oak Forest. It aims to ensure public benefit while preserving the integrity, safe usage, and visual qualities of the city's rights-of-way and public spaces.

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Purpose. The purpose of this subchapter 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 subchapter, 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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Evergreen Park · 21.221

Purpose And Scope

Summary

This Article establishes policies and procedures for constructing facilities in Evergreen Park's rights-of-way. Its intent is to regulate utilities and wireless providers to ensure public benefit, preserve the integrity and safety of public spaces, and mitigate potential negative impacts like obstructions, 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 located within the Village, which will provide public benefit consistent with the preservation of the integrity, safe usage, and visual qualities of the 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, the use of the public...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 facilities
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Wheeling · 11.12.010

Purpose and scope

Summary

This chapter establishes policies and procedures for constructing utility facilities within the village's rights-of-way. Its purpose is to ensure public benefit while preserving the integrity, safety, and visual qualities of 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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La Grange Park · 98.001

Purpose And Scope

Summary

This chapter establishes policies and procedures for constructing on village rights-of-way to ensure public benefit, safe usage, and the preservation of the village's integrity and visual qualities. It aims to regulate utility facilities to prevent interference with public ways, avoid hazards, protect village utilities, prevent environmental damage, preserve neighborhood character and open space, and prevent visual blight.

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Purpose. The purpose of this chapter is to establish policies and procedures for constructing 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 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 facilities
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Lake Forest · 98.105

Purpose And Scope

Summary

This section establishes policies and procedures for constructing utility facilities in Lake Forest's rights-of-way. The goal is to ensure public benefit while preserving the integrity, safety, and visual appeal of public spaces and the city.

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Purpose. The purpose of this subchapter 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 subchapter, 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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Frankfort · 52.01

Purpose; Scope

Summary

This chapter establishes policies and procedures for constructing facilities in rights-of-way within Frankfort, aiming to provide public benefit while preserving the integrity, safety, and visual qualities of the village's public spaces. It outlines the village's intent to regulate utility facilities to prevent interference, obstructions, environmental damage, and visual blight, ensuring the safe use of public and adjacent private properties.

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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 within the village and, in particular...trees, from the installation of utility facilities; (5)   Protecting against increased stormwater run-off due to structures and materials that increase impermeable surfaces; (6)   Preserving the character of the neighborhoods in which facilities are installed; (7)   Preserving open space, particularly the tree-lined parkways that characterize the village’s residential neighborhoods; (8)   Preventing visual blight from the proliferation of facilities in the rights-of-way; and (9)   Assuring the continued safe use and enjoyment of private properties adjacent to utility
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Wilmette · 20.203

Purpose, intent and scope

Summary

This section establishes the purpose, intent, and scope of Wilmette's ordinance concerning construction and use standards for utility facilities in rights-of-way. It aims to ensure public benefit by preserving the integrity, safety, and visual qualities of public spaces while regulating utility installations.

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Purpose. The purpose of this article, including each of its further subsections, 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...trees, from the installation of utility facilities; (5) Protecting against increased stormwater run-off due to structures and materials that increase impermeable surfaces; (6) Preserving the character of the neighborhoods in which facilities are installed; (7) Preserving open space, particularly the tree-lined parkways that characterize the village's residential neighborhoods; (8) Preventing visual blight from the proliferation of facilities in the rights-of-way; and (9) Ensuring the continued safe use and enjoyment of private properties adjacent to utility
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Arlington Heights · Section 20.201

Purpose and Scope

Summary

This article establishes policies and procedures for the construction of utility facilities in Arlington Heights' rights-of-way to ensure public benefit while preserving the integrity, safety, and visual qualities of the village. It aims to prevent interference with public ways, avoid hazards, protect the environment and utilities, 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 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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Calumet City · 86.175

Purpose and scope

Summary

This article establishes policies and procedures for constructing facilities in Calumet City's rights-of-way to ensure public benefit, preserve the integrity and safety of public spaces, and address various issues related to utility installations.

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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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Winnetka · Section 14.04.010   Purpose, Intent And Scope.
Summary

This section outlines the purpose and intent of the chapter, which is to establish policies for constructing utility facilities in Winnetka's rights-of-way. The goal is to ensure public benefit by preserving the integrity, safety, and visual qualities of public spaces while addressing potential 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 intends to exercise, to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, its full authority over the public rights...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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Norridge · 82.101

Purpose and scope

Summary

This section outlines the purpose and scope of Norridge's regulations for constructing utility facilities in public rights-of-way. It aims to ensure public benefit and preserve the integrity, safety, and visual qualities of the village's public spaces and overall 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, to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, its full authority over the public rights...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 right-of-way; and 9. Assure the continued safe use and enjoyment of private properties adjacent to utility
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Winthrop Harbor · 53.01

Purpose And Scope

Summary

This section outlines the purpose and scope of Winthrop Harbor's ordinance regarding the construction of utility facilities in public rights-of-way. It aims to establish uniform standards to ensure public benefit while preserving the integrity, safety, and visual quality of the village's public spaces and adjacent properties.

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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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Niles · 96.101

Purpose and scope

Summary

This article establishes policies and procedures for the construction of utility facilities in Niles' rights-of-way to ensure public benefit, preserve the integrity, safety, and visual qualities of public spaces, and address various potential interferences and damages. It aims to provide uniform standards for utilities operating within 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 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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Glenview · 62.501

Purpose and scope

Summary

This section establishes the purpose and scope of the article, outlining the Village's intent to regulate the construction of utility facilities within public rights-of-way to ensure public benefit, safety, and the preservation of the Village's character and 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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Montgomery · 17.35

Purpose and scope

Summary

This article establishes policies and procedures for constructing utility facilities in village rights-of-way to ensure public benefit while preserving the integrity, safety, and visual qualities of the public ways and the village. It aims to prevent interference with traffic, 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 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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Mundelein · 14.43.010

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 prevent negative impacts on traffic, other utilities, the environment, and neighborhood character.

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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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Hanover Park · 86.211

Purpose and scope

Summary

This article establishes policies and procedures for constructing utility facilities in Hanover Park's rights-of-way to ensure public benefit, preserve the integrity, safety, and visual qualities of public ways, and prevent various interferences and damages.

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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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Grayslake · 15.44.010

Purpose and scope

Summary

This chapter establishes policies and procedures for constructing utility facilities in Grayslake's rights-of-way to ensure public benefit while preserving the integrity, safety, and visual qualities of public spaces and the village as a whole. It aims to prevent interference with public ways, traffic, other 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 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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