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Third Lake · 4.14

Transfer of license, changes in licensee

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This section outlines the non-transferable nature of alcoholic beverage licenses in Third Lake, with provisions for temporary continuation of business by executors or administrators upon the death or bankruptcy of a licensee. It also details requirements for reporting changes in partnerships, officers, or significant ownership interests, and the consequences of such changes on license validity.

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under this chapter, shall be reported in writing to the local liquor control commissioner within ten days of the change. All new personnel shall meet all of the standards of this chapter and must otherwise qualify to hold a liquor license. In addition, a processing fee in the amount provided on the village fee schedule must be submitted. (2) When a license has been issued for a partnership and a change of ownership occurs resulting in a partnership interest...eligible to hold a liquor license, the license shall terminate. (3) When a license has been issued to a corporation or other organization and a change takes place in officers, directors, managers or shareholders of more than five percent of the stock resulting in the holding of such office, position or such shares of stock by one who is not eligible for a license, the license shall terminate. (4) When a license has been issued to an individual

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River Grove · 5.24.13

Restricted Areas

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This section establishes a 100-foot buffer zone around churches, schools, hospitals, and other institutions where the retail sale of alcoholic liquor is restricted, with specific exemptions for hotels and clubs. It also allows for liquor sales by churches and private schools under certain conditions and prohibits sales in Village-owned buildings.

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Unless an exemption is granted by the Local Liquor Control Commissioner, no license shall be issued for the sale at retail of any alcoholic liquor within one hundred feet (100') of any church, school other than an institution of higher learning, hospital, home for aged or indigent persons or for veterans, their spouses or children or any military or naval station, provided, that this prohibition shall not apply to and shall not require any exemption for hotels offering restaurant service...distance of one hundred feet (100') shall be measured to the nearest part of any building used for worship services or educational programs and not to property boundaries. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Local Liquor Control Commissioner may issue a liquor license or permit to a church or private school to sell at retail alcoholic liquor if any such sales are limited to periods when groups are assembled on the premises solely for the promotion of some common object other than

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Streamwood · 3.4.5

Restrictions On Granting Licenses

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This section outlines various disqualifications for obtaining an alcoholic liquor license in Streamwood. It prohibits issuance to non-residents, individuals of poor character, non-citizens, those convicted of felonies or certain morality-related offenses, and entities with ineligible members or significant ownership by ineligible individuals.

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board of trustees, and no such official shall be interested in any way, either directly or indirectly, in the manufacture, sale or distribution of alcoholic liquor. N. Any person, association or corporation not eligible for a state retail liquor dealer's license. (1994 Code) O. Any applicant without dramshop insurance. Applicants shall furnish evidence satisfactory to the local liquor control commissioner that such applicant is covered by a policy of dramshop insurance issued by a responsible insurance company authorized...providing the Local Liquor Control Commissioner with satisfactory evidence that said insurance is in full force and effect at any particular time during the term of any such license. Failure to do so after the issuance of any local liquor license shall render said license void ab initio. (Ord. 1998-24, 4-2-1998) P. A person who has not applied for and obtained a special use permit for the sale of alcoholic liquor from the Village Board

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Wheaton · 6.32

Chief administrative officer

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This section outlines the responsibilities of the city manager in overseeing the administration and enforcement of provisions related to liquor licenses. The city manager directs staff, handles license applications and inquiries, and submits an annual report to the city council on these activities.

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enforcement of the provisions of this chapter. (b) The city manager shall direct the city staff in performing its responsibilities related to the administration of this chapter, including, but not limited to, the response to questions concerning liquor licenses and the handling of liquor license applications. (c) At the end of each fiscal year, the city manager shall prepare and submit to the city council an annual report concerning the activities of the city staff in administering and enforcing this

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Oakbrook Terrace · 111.002A

City administrator as chief administrative officer

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This section designates the Mayor as the chief administrator for the enforcement of alcoholic liquor control provisions. The Mayor is responsible for directing city staff in administering liquor license applications and responding to related inquiries.

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city staff in its enforcement of the provisions of this subchapter. The Mayor shall direct the city staff in performing its responsibilities related to the administration of this subchapter, including, but not limited to, the response to questions concerning liquor licenses and the handling of liquor license application. (Ord. 02-33, passed 11-26-02; Am. Ord. 08-2, passed 5-13-08; Am. Ord. 13-54, passed

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Crystal Lake · 162.13

Hours of operation

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This section prohibits arcades from operating during specific overnight hours on Saturdays, Sundays, holidays, and weekdays. It also allows the Mayor and City Council to grant extensions and mandates that commercial recreation restaurants with liquor licenses adhere to the closing hours specified in the Liquor Licenses chapter.

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following day; provided, however, that the Mayor and City Council, at their discretion, may extend said closing hours upon request. The closing hours of all commercial recreation restaurants who have been issued a liquor license pursuant to Chapter 329, Liquor Licenses, of this Code shall conform to the closing hours of the Chapter 329 provisions of this Code

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Grayslake · 5.08.140

Applications—Investigations and examination

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This section outlines the liquor control commissioner's authority to investigate liquor license applicants and licensees. It includes the power to examine applicants, licensees, books, records, and to issue subpoenas, and requires applicants to waive claims and indemnify the village related to these investigations.

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Examination of applicants, licenses, books, and records. The liquor control commissioner shall have the right 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 or suspension has been served as provided by the act, and to examine or cause to be examined the books and records of any such applicant or licensee; to hear testimony and take proof...information desired by the liquor control commissioner under this section, the commissioner may authorize his or her agent to act on his or her behalf, as provided by law. B. Investigation and disclosure of information contained in liquor license application—waiver of claims. By applying for a liquor license, every applicant authorizes any person to disclose, and the village to investigate, all information pertaining to the applicant's application. Every applicant waives any and all claims against the village

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South Chicago Heights · 50.379

VGT establishment license

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This section requires any establishment operating or making video gaming terminals (VGTs) available within South Chicago Heights to obtain an annual VGT establishment license from the Village Clerk. This license is a condition for receiving or renewing a local liquor license.

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village's corporate limits. All such licenses shall expire on April 30 of each year. Said license fee is imposed directly upon the "licensed establishment" and said license application shall be submitted with the licensed establishment's annual liquor license renewal or new application and approval of said establishment license shall be a condition precedent to issuance of the applicant's annual local liquor license

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Bensenville · 3.3.13

Closing Hours

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This ordinance establishes closing hours for the sale, giveaway, and consumption of alcoholic liquor in Bensenville. It specifies different hours for weekdays and Sundays, with further distinctions based on license type on Sundays. Advertising lights must also be turned off at closing.

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clock (6:00) A.M. on Monday through Saturday. Persons holding Class A, E-1, E-2, H, J, K and K-1 licenses under this chapter shall not sell at retail, give away, or allow consumption of alcoholic liquor on the licensed premises between the hours of two o'clock (2:00) A.M. and nine o'clock (9:00) A.M. on Sunday. All other persons licensed under this chapter shall not sell at retail, give away, or allow consumption...alcoholic liquor on the licensed premises between the hours of two o'clock (2:00) A.M. and twelve o'clock (12:00) noon on Sunday. A person licensed to sell at retail any alcoholic liquor may do so on the day of any national, State, County or Municipal election, including primary elections during the hours the polls are open and such other times as provided by this chapter. Every person licensed under this chapter to sell alcoholic liquor at retail

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Woodridge · 3.3.14

Transfer Of License; Changes In Licensee

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This section outlines the non-transferable nature of liquor licenses in Woodridge, treating them as personal privileges. It details conditions under which the business can continue temporarily after a licensee's death or bankruptcy, and requires reporting of significant changes in ownership or management personnel.

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this chapter, shall be reported in writing to the Local Liquor Control Commissioner within ten (10) days of the change. All new personnel shall meet all of the standards of this chapter and must otherwise qualify to hold a liquor license. In addition, an investigation fee of one hundred dollars ($100.00) must be submitted. (1976 Code §3-22; amd. Ord. 2000-03, 1-27-2000) 2. When a license has been issued for a partnership and a change of ownership...occurs resulting in a partnership interest by one who is not eligible to hold a liquor license, said license shall terminate. 3. When a license has been issued to a corporation and a change takes place in officers, directors, managers or shareholders of more than five percent (5%) of the stock resulting in the holding of such office, position or such shares of stock by one who is not eligible for a license, said license shall terminate. 4. When

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Western Springs · 10.4.5

Temporary Uses

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This section permits temporary uses in all zoning districts, provided they meet bulk and parking regulations and do not become permanent. It outlines requirements for building, electrical, and fire prevention codes for occupied structures and specifies an administrative approval process for certain temporary uses.

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layout of the outdoor cafe after consideration of the criteria set forth in subsection F2d of this section. The service or consumption of alcoholic beverages within an outdoor cafe is prohibited, unless the village board has created a liquor license for such activity and a liquor license has been issued to the outdoor cafe operator by the local liquor control commissioner. 2. Requirements For Outdoor Cafes: a. A completed annual application on a village issued form with a written narrative...days' notice or immediately by the village board or the director of community development in the event of a public health or safety issue. g. If utilizing the public right of way, the applicant must enter into a license agreement with the village or another type of agreement for use of the right of way if another public entity owns the right of way. The village's license agreement requires the applicant to agree to hold harmless and indemnification provisions

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Wauconda · 114.26

License required and limitations

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This section requires proprietors to obtain a license to operate coin-operated amusement devices in public places within Wauconda. It specifies eligible premises, primarily recreational uses or establishments with liquor licenses and a bar, and sets regulations for the placement and supervision of these devices, with exceptions for jukeboxes and shuffleboard-disc bowling games.

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obtained, as hereinafter provided. The only person or premises which shall be eligible for the keeping, operation or use of any coin-operated amusement devices shall be premises which are already licensed as a recreational use or hold a liquor license under Ch. 119 relating to liquor regulations (provided that such licensed premises must contain a bar as defined in section 119.02 of this Code relating to liquor regulations); provided that for the purpose of numeral limitation or the type

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Lake Barrington · 1.6.6

Village Clerk/Executive Assistant And Building Permit Administrator/Deputy Village Clerk

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This section outlines the appointment, duties, compensation, and removal of the Village Clerk/Executive Assistant in Lake Barrington. The role encompasses statutory duties, administrative operations, customer service, and communication, all under the supervision of the Village Administrator.

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file Oaths of Office, and post and publish written notification(s) of public hearings; k. Assist petitioners through the planning and zoning processes, as requested by the Village's Administrator; l. Perform, assist applicants, and handle the licensing processes for obtaining liquor, food, business, massage establishment, and amusement device licenses from the Village, including processing of applications, mailing of annual renewal letters and license forms and applications, as well as serve as liaison to various law enforcement agencies...liaison to various law enforcement agencies and the Illinois Liquor Commissioner to process background checks and assure compliance with the Illinois State Liquor Code; y. Work closely with Barrington and Wauconda Fire Departments for HAZMAT annual inspection and liquor license inspections; z. Assist the Village Clerk with overseeing Village elections, providing election packets to candidates, publish legal notices, certifying candidates, filing completed candidate forms with Lake County, and serve as Deputy Registrar to register citizens to vote, when required

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Downers Grove · Sec 3.5

Local Liquor Commission

Summary

This section establishes a Local Liquor Commission composed of seven members appointed by the Local Liquor Commissioner. The Commission's primary roles include reviewing liquor license applications, conducting disciplinary hearings, maintaining public records, and advising the Local Liquor Commissioner and Village Council on policy matters.

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appoint a member of the Village staff to advise the Local Liquor Commission and assist in the conduct of such meetings. The Local Liquor Commission shall have and exercise the following powers and duties: Upon referral of applications for liquor licenses by the Local Liquor Commissioner, to review applications and the investigation of applicants for liquor licenses, and to submit findings and recommendations to the Local Liquor Commissioner setting forth its conclusions respecting such applications. To conduct disciplinary hearings

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Batavia · 3.3.26

Use Of Licensed Premises After Suspension, Revocation Or Termination

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This ordinance prohibits the sale, service, or consumption of alcohol on premises where a liquor license has been suspended, revoked, or terminated, until the suspension ends or a new license is issued. It also prevents a revoked licensee or related entity from obtaining a new local liquor license for a specified period after revocation.

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suspended, revoked or terminated for any reason, no alcoholic liquor shall be sold, served or consumed on the premises for which the suspended, revoked or terminated license was issued unless or until the suspension has ended or a new liquor license has been issued for the premises. B. When any license has been revoked for cause, no local liquor license shall be granted to such licensee and such licensed premises for the remainder of the license year

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Wilmette · 10.9.5

Delivery of alcoholic liquor in its original packaging, delivery of cocktails, filling of growlers and crowlers

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This section of the Wilmette municipal ordinance outlines the regulations for the delivery of alcoholic liquor in its original packaging and the delivery of cocktails for off-premises consumption. It specifies conditions for sealed containers, pricing, age verification, and delivery personnel.

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filled and bottled on the premises by the licensee. (1) The cocktails shall be filled and bottled in a sealed container and labeled with: a. The ingredients of the cocktail; and b. The licensee's name, state and local liquor license number, the address of the licensee and the licensee's contact information; and c. The volume of the container, and d. The date in which the container was filled. (2) The container must have been filled less than seven...alcohol and return the product to the license holder. (4) Cocktails may not be delivered by a third-party delivery service. (5) Cocktails shall only be sold at retail and may not be sold or delivered to another liquor license establishment. (c) Filling of growlers and crowlers. When a classification of license authorizes the filling of a growler or crowler for consumption off premises, the filling of said growler or crowler shall also comply with the provisions of this section

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Bolingbrook · 6.46

Transfer of license; change in partners and corporate officers

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This section defines a retail liquor dealer license as a personal privilege, not property, and outlines conditions under which it ceases or can continue upon the licensee's death or bankruptcy. It also details notification and application requirements for changes in ownership percentages of shareholders, partners, and corporate officers.

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retail liquor dealer license shall be a purely personal privilege, good for a period not to exceed one year after issuance (unless sooner revoked or terminated as herein provided) and shall not constitute property; nor shall it be subject to attachment, garnishment, or execution; nor shall it be alienable or transferable, voluntarily or involuntarily, or subject to being encumbered or hypothecated. (b) Such license shall cease and terminate upon the death of the licensee and shall not descend...change with the liquor control commissioner. The application fee for said change shall be as shown in the village fee schedule. All new personnel shall meet all the standards of this chapter and must otherwise qualify to hold a liquor license. All such changes in personnel shall be subject to review by the liquor control commissioner within 30 days of the change. (Code

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Calumet Park · 112.21

Classification And License Fee

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This section classifies alcoholic liquor licenses in Calumet Park into five classes (A-E) with varying authorization for sale and consumption. It also specifies the annual renewal fees for each license class and a one-time fee for new licensees.

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consumption thereon or adjacent thereto. The annual fee for the renewal of such license shall be a single payment of $900, payable at the time the application for such license is made. (4) Class "D" license shall authorize the retail sale of alcoholic liquor on specified premises for on-premise consumption on such premises only, and provided such sale of alcoholic liquor shall be restricted to sales made in conjunction with the licensee's operation of a restaurant on said...license expense, pursuant to § 112.23 following, shall be payable in advance, at the time the application for the license is made. Every license shall expire on April 30 following its issuance. A copy of a current State of Illinois Liquor License is required at renewal. All license fees shall be paid at the office of the Village Clerk. In the event a license is not issued, any license fees paid with an application, except the initial license expense as required

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Hainesville · 5.08.070

License required

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This section prohibits the retail sale or offering for sale of alcoholic liquor within Hainesville without a valid retailer's liquor license or a special event retail license. It also makes it unlawful to violate the terms of such a license.

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unlawful to sell or offer for sale at retail in the village any alcoholic liquor without having a retailer's liquor license or a special event retail license, or to sell or offer for sale such alcoholic liquor in violation of the terms of such license

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Coal City · 112.16

Persons and locations not entitled to license

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This section outlines various criteria that disqualify individuals and entities from obtaining a license in Coal City. It covers residency, character, citizenship, criminal convictions, past license revocations, and business management qualifications.

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person who has been convicted of pandering or other crime or misdemeanor opposed to decency and morality;(7) A person whose license issued under this chapter has been revoked for cause or whose liquor license issued under state law or other municipal ordinance was revoked for cause;(8) A person who at the time of application for renewal of any license issued hereunder would not be eligible for such license upon a first application;(9) A person whose place...Editor's Note: See 230 ILCS 15/0.01 et seq.[3]Editors' Note: See 230 ILCS 20/1 et seq.(20) A person who intends to sell alcoholic liquors for use or consumption on his or her licensed retail premises who does not have liquor liability insurance coverage for that premises in an amount that is at least equal to the maximum liability amounts set forth in this chapter.B. In addition to other grounds specified in this section, the Liquor Control Commissioner

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Markham · 112.062

Basset Training Programs

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This ordinance requires on-premise liquor license holders in Markham to ensure their employees, agents, and owners involved in serving or checking identification for alcohol purchase complete a BASSET certified training program. Proof of this training must be submitted upon license application or renewal.

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premise liquor license holders shall be required to have all employees or agents that serve, sell or distribute alcoholic liquor or whose duties include the checking of identification for the purchase of alcoholic beverages and all beneficial owners, partners, shareholders, LLC members, sole proprietors, and managers successfully complete a BASSET certified training program and maintain a current effective certification while employed by, contracted with, own or manage the licensed establishment. Employees/agents must complete BASSET training within 120 days of hire...partners, sole proprietors must complete BASSET training and have a current BASSET certification when applying for a license or prior to renewal of a license. (B) Proof of educational training compliance. Prior to license issuance or upon application for liquor license renewal, the licensee shall supply the Local Liquor Control Commissioner a list of all beneficial owners, partners, shareholders, LLC members, sole proprietors, managers, employees and agents who serve, sell or distribute alcoholic liquor or whose duties includes the checking

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Lake Barrington · 2.3.8

Persons Not Eligible For License

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This section outlines specific disqualifications for individuals and entities seeking a liquor license in Lake Barrington. It covers criteria related to residency, character, citizenship, criminal convictions, prior license revocations, and ownership stakes in corporate applicants.

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liability company, if any member, officer, manager or director thereof, or any stockholder or stockholders owning in the aggregate more than five percent (5%) of the stock of such corporation, would not be eligible to receive a license under the Illinois Liquor Control Act or this chapter for any reason other than citizenship and residence within the political subdivision; K. A corporation or limited liability company, unless it is incorporated in Illinois or unless it is a foreign corporation which...President of the Village Board of Trustees, any member of the Village Board of Trustees, and no such official shall be interested in any way, either directly or indirectly, in the manufacture, sale or distribution of alcoholic liquor, except that a license may be granted to such official in relation to premises which are not 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

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Barrington · 3.3.13

Building and location restrictions

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This section outlines restrictions for on-premises liquor sales in Barrington, requiring sales within enclosed buildings unless specifically permitted, regulating location changes, and prohibiting sales near certain sensitive institutions unless specific exceptions apply.

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Sales within enclosed building; change of location. A holder of an on premises liquor license issued pursuant to this chapter shall be authorized to sell alcoholic liquor only on the premises specified in the application, in the license, and in this chapter, and only within an enclosed building unless the village grants permission for sale on the said premises outside such enclosed building pursuant to the terms of the applicable liquor license issued pursuant to this chapter and such other...commissioner finds that the sale of alcoholic beverages is not the principal business carried on or to be carried on at such location. C. Visibility of interior; lighting. No premises upon which the sale of alcoholic liquor for consumption on the premises is licensed shall be permitted to have at any time any screen, blind, curtain, partition, article or thing inside of such premises which shall obstruct, obscure and/or prevent a clear view of the entire interior of each room

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South Chicago Heights · 18.540

Violations; penalties

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This section outlines general regulations for massage establishments and therapists in South Chicago Heights, covering prohibitions on criminal activity, sexual conduct, and nudity, as well as specifying hours of operation and minimum lighting levels.

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disinfected and/or laundered after each use. Used nondisposable equipment, instruments and materials shall be kept in receptacles segregated from all clean equipment, instruments and materials, until the same has been disinfected and/or laundered. (13) Location in premises licensed to sell liquor. No massage establishment shall be located in any premises for which a license to sell alcoholic liquor has been issued. No massage therapist shall engage in the practice of massage in any premises for which a license to sell...alcoholic liquor has been issued. (b) Suspension. Any massage establishment license and any massage therapist license, may be suspended by the enforcement officer, subject to the appeal rights granted herein, for violation of any portion of this article which does not constitute grounds for revocation. No suspension for any violation shall exceed one month. (c) Revocation. Any massage establishment license and any massage therapist license shall be revoked by the enforcement officer of the village, subject to the appeal rights

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Rosemont · 4.2.7.6

Delivery Of Alcoholic Liquor - Effective January 1, 2022

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This section defines 'delivery' of alcoholic liquor from licensed retailers in Rosemont and outlines the conditions under which such deliveries are permitted, including requirements for state licensure, time limits, and compliance with state laws regarding age and intoxication verification.

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make deliveries of alcoholic liquors. Under the above Subsections a., b., or c., delivery shall not include the use of common carriers. B. Permitted Deliveries. On and after January 1, 2022, the holder of a Village of Rosemont liquor license authorizing retail sales may make a delivery of alcoholic liquor in its original container to the purchaser for use or consumption provided that all of the following requirements are met: 1. The Village license holder shall also hold a retailer...license issued by the State of Illinois that authorizes the delivery of liquor allowable by this section.; 2. The delivery shall be made only within twelve (12) hours from the time the alcoholic liquor leaves the licensed premises of the retailer for delivery; 3. All the applicable requirements, conditions and limitations of 235 ILCS 5/6-16 are complied with including, but not limited to: a. The prohibition against delivering or giving alcoholic liquor to any person under the age of twenty

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