This section outlines general regulations for accessory structures in Niles, including permitting requirements, setback distances, height limitations, and integration with principal building regulations. It also references other sections for specific encroachment and additional accessory structure regulations.
Section Text
line.
M. Fences and Walls Fences and walls are subject to the regulations of the Village Building Code.
N. Garages The following standards apply to all residential garages, with the exception of multi-family dwellings. Attached garages are not considered an accessory structure but are subject to the regulations of this section for attached garages. See Section 10.3(C) for driveway rules. 1. Attached Garages
a. Front-loaded attached garages are limited to 50% of the width of the building...exception of roof-top decks, which are permitted on single-family and two family dwellings as provided in Section 9.3(E-3) above. No other rooftop accessory structures or uses are allowed on single-family or two-family dwellings.
Accessory structures and rooftop features on buildings other than single-family and two-family dwellings, including green roofs, rooftop decks, rooftop gardens, storm water detention systems, and similar accessory structures and uses, are permitted subject to approval by the Director
Zoning & Land Use
Prospect Heights·5.10.14
Fees
Summary
This section outlines the fees charged by the Municipality of Prospect Heights for various applications and permits related to zoning, including petitions for amendments, appeals, special uses, variations, subdivisions, and plan examinations for different zoning districts.
Section Text
uses 40.00
General residential district (R-2):
Plan examination fee for principal uses for a 6 dwelling unit structure or less ($5.00 per each additional dwelling unit) 50.00
Plan examination fee for accessory uses for a single accessory use of a 6 dwelling unit structure or less ($5.00 per each additional accessory use) 40.00
Business districts (B-1 through B-4):
Plan examination fee for principal uses 75.00
Plan examination fee for accessory uses 60.00
Office/research park district
Zoning & Land Use
Glendale Heights·11.2.2
Definitions
Summary
This section of the Glendale Heights municipal code provides definitions for various terms used throughout the code, with a particular focus on defining different types of establishments related to adult entertainment and related materials. It also includes cross-references to related definitions for 'Accessory' terms.
Section Text
dwelling unit above the finished grade, measured from the inside surfaces of all perimeter walls enclosing the dwelling unit. Habitable floor area shall not include cellar, basement, garage, attic, porches, patios, atriums, or similar areas which are accessory to a dwelling unit; except, that finished recreation rooms in a basement will be counted as habitable floor area up to ten percent (10%) of the total habitable floor area requirements.
HALFWAY HOUSE: A temporary living arrangement for more than three...surface area that obstructs the view.
HEIGHT, FENCE: See definition of Fence Height.
HEIGHT OF SIGN: See definition of Sign Height.
HOME OCCUPATION: A business, profession, occupation or activity which is conducted wholly within a residential dwelling unit or accessory building, by a resident of the dwelling, and is incidental and secondary to the residential use of the lot, and which does not adversely and/or perceptively affect the character of the lot or surrounding area.
HOSPITAL: An establishment that provides
Zoning & Land Use
Glencoe·3.111 Bulk, Space, And Yard Requirements
Summary
This section establishes bulk, space, and yard requirements for single-family and multiple-family residential districts in Glencoe. It outlines maximum building height, minimum lot area and dimensions, minimum yard setbacks, and maximum ground coverage for various residential zoning classifications (R-A, R-B, R-C, R-D).
Section Text
feet in building height, provided, however that this Paragraph shall not apply to corner side yards. (Added Feb 6, 2003)
20. Special Side Yard Setbacks for Certain Detached Garages. Notwithstanding the setback requirements otherwise applicable to structures accessory to a single family dwelling, not more than one detached accessory garage may be erected and maintained on a zoning lot in accordance with the following reduced requirements for the setback from an interior side lot line, but only in accordance with...authorized pursuant to this Paragraph shall not subsequently be eligible for a variation with respect to such interior side yard setback.
21. Special Front Yard Setback for Certain Entryways.
Notwithstanding the setback requirements otherwise applicable to structures accessory to a single family dwelling , not more than one entryway may be erected and maintained in the required front yard on a zoning lot , but only in accordance with the terms and conditions of this Paragraph.
(a) The entryway shall be open
Zoning & Land Use
Darien·5A-5.13.3
Regulations
Summary
This section outlines regulations for home occupations within Darien, specifying limitations on space, employee residency, delivery methods, exterior appearance, and the generation of external nuisances or hazards.
Section Text
regulations shall govern the operation of home occupation:
(A) The home occupation shall be accessory, incidental, and secondary to the principal use of the dwelling for dwelling purposes.
(B) The home occupation shall be conducted entirely within the dwelling unit and accessory buildings.
(C) Not more than twenty five percent (25%) of the gross floor area of the dwelling unit and accessory buildings shall be occupied by the home occupation.
(D) One person who is not a resident
Zoning & Land Use
McCullom Lake·SECTION 9.3
Additional Regulations - Parking
Summary
This section outlines regulations for the use of off-street parking facilities in McCullom Lake, specifying permitted users for residential parking, conditions for joint parking facilities, requirements for off-site parking control, and permitted districts for accessory parking.
Section Text
half (½) shall be disregarded, and fractions over one-half (½) shall be interpreted as one parking space.
SECTION 9.3-6-3 Open and Enclosed Spaces. Parking areas may be open or enclosed except that when parking facilities accessory to a multiple dwelling are located in a Residential or Business 1 or Business 2 District elsewhere than on the same zoning lot with the principal use served, such parking facilities shall be open to the sky.
SECTION 9.3-6-4 Access. Parking...area shall be subject to the front yard setback requirements of this ordinance in the same manner as a building or structure.
SECTION 9.3-6-7 Surfacing. All open off-street parking areas and driveways, except those accessory to single family dwellings, shall be improved by constructing with either: a)
Six (6) inches of compacted gravel base surfaced with two (2) inches of asphaltic concrete, or b)
Five inches of concrete, laid over a firm base. c)
Drainage
Zoning & Land Use
Evanston·4.2.2
AMENDMENTS
Summary
This section amends the adopted 2021 International Building Code by replacing references to international codes with specific Illinois state codes for plumbing, fire safety, and energy conservation. It also introduces a new provision for bird-friendly existing building alterations.
Section Text
greater than 1,200 gallons (4,542 L) and are installed entirely above ground. 4. Shade cloth structures constructed for nursery or agricultural purposes, not including service systems. 5. Swings and other playground equipment accessory to detached one- and two-family dwellings. 6. Non-fixed and movable fixtures, cases, racks, counters and partitions not over 5 feet 9 inches (1753 mm) in height.
Electrical: 1. Repairs and maintenance: Minor repair work, including the replacement of lamps or the connection...parallels and is substantially duplicated in Chapter 9 of the International Fire Code).
Reference 2021 International Residential Code Section R313 Automatic Fire Sprinkler Systems as amended for provisions for townhouses and one- and two-family dwellings including those with accessory dwelling units. 1001.1 General. Revise this section to read as follows:
Buildings or portions thereof shall be provided with a means of egress system as required by this chapter. The provisions of this chapter shall take precedence over the provisions
Buildings & Construction
Beach Park·15.04.040
Building Code Adoption; Amendments
Summary
Beach Park adopts the 2018 International Building Code by reference, with specific amendments. It exempts single-family and two-family dwellings regulated by the International Residential Code and modifies certain general and administrative provisions, including replacing references to the International Plumbing Code with the Illinois Plumbing License Law.
Section Text
reference to NFPA Standards shall mean the most current edition of the standard. The International Building Code shall apply to all buildings and structures within the Village, except for single-family detached dwellings and two-family dwellings and all buildings and structures accessory thereto to the extent that such dwellings are expressly regulated by the International Residential Code, as adopted by the Village and amended pursuant to this title.
B. International Building Code on File: Complete printed copies...greater than 5,000 gallons (18 925 L) and are installed entirely above ground.
6. Shade cloth structures constructed for nursery or agricultural purposes, not including service systems.
7. Swings and other playground equipment accessory to detached one- and two- family dwellings.
8. Nonfixed and movable fixtures, cases, racks, counters and partitions not over 5 feet 9 inches (1753 mm) in height.
Mechanical:
1. Portable heating appliance.
2. Portable ventilation equipment.
3. Portable cooling unit.
4. Replacement of any part
Buildings & Construction
Orland Park·5.1.13
Amendments To International Building Code (Ibc) 2018 (Model Code)
Summary
This section revises the International Building Code (IBC) 2018 for Orland Park. It renames the code, clarifies its scope to include various aspects of building management and occupancy, and specifies the use of the International Residential Code (IRC) for residential construction, with an exemption for fire sprinkler requirements in dwellings.
Section Text
shall read as follows:
508.2.2 ACCESSORY OCCUPANCIES BUILDING HEIGHT: The allowable height and number of stories of the building containing accessory occupancies shall be in accordance with Section 503 for the main occupancy of the building. Accessory occupancies are ancillary to the main occupancy group.
508.2.3 ACCESSORY OCCUPANCIES ALLOWABLE AREA: The allowable area of the building shall be based on the applicable provisions of Section 503 for the main occupancy of the building. Aggregate accessory occupancies shall not occupy more...Village Code.
2. MULTIPLE SINGLE FAMILY DWELLINGS: Single family dwelling unit walls (Use Group R-3) may be located adjacent to other single family dwelling units (Use Group R-3) provided each dwelling unit is completely separated from the adjacent dwelling unit(s) by fire separation wall(s) of not less than two hours fire-resistance rated construction as required by Section 310.1. The fire separation wall shall not be penetrated. Single family dwelling units having independent means of egress
Buildings & Construction
Orland Park·5.1.13
Amendments To International Building Code (Ibc) 2018 (Model Code)
Summary
This section revises the International Building Code (IBC) 2018 for Orland Park. It renames the code, clarifies its scope to include various aspects of building management and occupancy, and specifies the use of the International Residential Code (IRC) for residential construction, with an exemption for fire sprinkler requirements in dwellings.
Section Text
shall read as follows:
508.2.2 ACCESSORY OCCUPANCIES BUILDING HEIGHT: The allowable height and number of stories of the building containing accessory occupancies shall be in accordance with Section 503 for the main occupancy of the building. Accessory occupancies are ancillary to the main occupancy group.
508.2.3 ACCESSORY OCCUPANCIES ALLOWABLE AREA: The allowable area of the building shall be based on the applicable provisions of Section 503 for the main occupancy of the building. Aggregate accessory occupancies shall not occupy more...Village Code.
2. MULTIPLE SINGLE FAMILY DWELLINGS: Single family dwelling unit walls (Use Group R-3) may be located adjacent to other single family dwelling units (Use Group R-3) provided each dwelling unit is completely separated from the adjacent dwelling unit(s) by fire separation wall(s) of not less than two hours fire-resistance rated construction as required by Section 310.1. The fire separation wall shall not be penetrated. Single family dwelling units having independent means of egress
Buildings & Construction
Barrington Hills·5.5.12
Off-Street Parking, General Requirements
Summary
This section outlines general requirements for off-street parking in residential districts, including utilization, computation of required spaces, collective provision, minimum dimensions, and access requirements.
Section Text
street parking shall be subject to applicable yard requirements.
(G) Design and Maintenance:
1. Parking Spaces: Off-street parking spaces must be open to the sky.
2. Surfacing: All off-street parking areas, except parking spaces accessory to a single-family dwelling, shall be surfaced or treated with some all-weather dustless material.
3. Screening and Landscaping: All automobile parking areas containing more than four (4) parking spaces, except those accessory to a single-family dwelling, shall be effectively screened...Repair and Service: No motor vehicle repair work or service of any kind shall be permitted in association with parking facilities provided in residence districts.
(H) Maximum Number of Spaces: The total number of accessory parking spaces provided for a dwelling shall not exceed that required by this Zoning Title for such use or for an equivalent new use by more than fifty percent (50%) or four (4) spaces, whichever number is greater.
(I) Location: All parking spaces required
Zoning & Land Use
Long Grove·5.9.4
Off-street parking
Summary
This section authorizes off-street parking as an accessory use in all districts of Long Grove, establishing general requirements for its applicability, location, design, and maintenance. It outlines that parking cannot be a principal use and must comply with specified standards, including screening and safe access to streets.
Section Text
sidewalk or into a public street, so that ingress and egress to and from a parking area shall be by forward motion of the vehicle.
(c) Circulation Aisles. Each parking space in a parking lot, except spaces accessory to a single-family dwelling, shall be accessed by a circulation aisle of a width, in feet and inches, as specified below:
Parking Angle One-Way Aisle Width Two-Way Aisle Width
Parallel...width required under applicable State law, whichever is greater.
(e) Maintenance. All parking garages, areas, lots, and structures shall be properly maintained at all times.
(f) Surface. All parking garages, areas, lots, and structures, except parking spaces accessory to a single-family dwelling, shall be surfaced with asphalt or concrete pavement, brick pavers, or a similar hard-surfaced paving material that provides an all-weather, durable, and dustless surface. Parking spaces accessory to a single-family dwelling may be surfaced
Zoning & Land Use
Elmhurst·22.91
R3—Two-family residence district
Summary
This section establishes the R3 district intended for limited concentrations of duplex dwellings. It outlines permitted uses, including single-family and two-family detached dwellings, and accessory uses, along with a comprehensive list of conditional uses.
Section Text
following uses are permitted in the R3 district: (Numbers within parentheses ( ) indicate parking class of each permitted or conditional use. For specific parking requirements, see subsection 22.242(b).)
(1) Single-family detached dwellings (01).
(2) Two-family detached dwellings (01).
(3) Accessory uses and buildings, incidental to and on the same zoning lot as a principal use.
(b) Conditional Uses. The following conditional uses may be allowed in the R3 district, subject to the provisions of Section 22.26:
(1) Assisted...width to allow for a driveway or parking space.
(3) Accessory Uses. Except as indicated below, the yard requirements of the principal uses shall apply to their accessory buildings:
Interior Side Yard Corner Side Yard Rear Yard
Buildings accessory to dwellings 5 ft. 10 ft. 5 ft.
Stadiums and grandstands in athletic fields Shall be located no less than fifty (50) feet from the nearest residential property line and such setback area shall not be used for parking.
(f) Building
Zoning & Land Use
Glen Ellyn·10.4.6
R0 Residential District
Summary
This section of the Glen Ellyn R0 Residential District regulations outlines permitted uses, special uses, and references accessory building and yard requirements. It specifies single-family dwellings and public facilities as permitted uses, while listing various community and private facilities as special uses requiring separate permits.
Section Text
this title as well as all other pertinent regulations in this title.
(B) Special uses: No enumerated special use shall be considered to be an accessory use to any other permitted or special use, and a separate permit shall be required for each separate special use. 1. Adult daycare center, in other than a dwelling. 2. Cemetery. 3. Church. 4. Convent, monastery and seminary. 5. Cultural facility. 6. Daycare center, in other than a dwelling. 7. Special uses: Group home...ratio, more than one story: Lot coverage ratio, single-family dwellings, more than one story, and accessory buildings: 20 percent of the lot. 2. Lot coverage ratio, one-story and accessory buildings: Lot coverage ratio, single- family dwellings, one-story and accessory buildings: 35 percent of the lot. 3. Lot coverage ratio bonuses:
(a) The first 500 square feet of the area of any detached garage shall be excluded from the lot coverage ratio calculation.
(b) The first 240 square
Zoning & Land Use
Glen Ellyn·10.4.9
R2B Residential District
Summary
This section outlines the permitted and special uses allowed within the R2B Residential District in Glen Ellyn. It specifies single-family dwellings, public parks, and schools as permitted uses, while listing a range of other uses, such as daycare centers, churches, and recreational facilities, requiring special permits.
Section Text
this title as well as all other pertinent regulations in this title.
(B) Special uses: No enumerated special use shall be considered to be an accessory use to any other permitted or special use, and a separate permit shall be required for each separate special use. 1. Adult daycare center, in other than a dwelling. 2. Cemetery. 3. Church. 4. Convent, monastery and seminary. 5. Cultural facility. 6. Daycare center, in other than a dwelling. 7. Special uses: Group home...ratio, more than one story: Lot coverage ratio, single-family dwellings, more than one story, and accessory buildings: 20 percent of the lot. 2. Lot coverage ratio, one-story and accessory buildings: Lot coverage ratio, single- family dwellings, one-story and accessory buildings: 35 percent of the lot. 3. Lot coverage ratio bonuses:
(a) The first 500 square feet of the area of any detached garage shall be excluded from the lot coverage ratio calculation.
(b) The first 240 square
Zoning & Land Use
Lake Zurich·8.4.3
Amendments, Revisions, And Changes
Summary
This section of the Lake Zurich Residential Code amends the 2018 International Residential Code, specifying the official title of the code and outlining specific building work that is exempt from requiring a permit, including certain accessory structures, retaining walls, and cosmetic interior work.
Section Text
Moderate - heavy - 5°C Yes Yes See flood maps 1500 - 2000 45°F - 50°F
Section R302
Fire-Resistant Construction
Amend this section as follows:
R302.1 Exterior Walls. Construction, projections, openings and penetrations of exterior walls of dwellings and accessory buildings shall comply with table R302.1(1); or dwellings equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with section P2904 shall comply with table R302.1(2).
Exceptions:
1. Walls, projections, openings or penetrations in walls perpendicular...line used to determine the separation distance.
2. Walls of dwellings and accessory structures located on the same lot.
3. Playhouses and similar structures, exempted from permits are not required to provide wall protection based on the location on the lot. Projections beyond the exterior wall shall not extend over the lot line.
4. Foundation vents installed in compliance with this code are permitted.
R302.7 Under Stair Protection. Enclosed accessible space under stairs shall have walls, under stair surface
Buildings & Construction
Country Club Hills·15.5.01
Establishment of Districts
Summary
This section establishes various zoning districts within the City of Country Club Hills, including single-family residence, multi-family residence, commercial, and limited manufacturing districts. It also creates a specific overlay district (C-O) that allows for accessory residential units on commercially zoned properties.
Section Text
Residential Overlay Zoning District, also referred to as the C-O Overlay District.
B. Purpose. The purpose of the C-O Overlay District is to allow the owners of property within said District to improve their property with one accessory residential unit in addition to the commercial uses allowed in the District.
C. C-O Overlay District Identified. The C-O Overlay District consists of that area of the City located north of 177 th Street and west of Cicero...Ordinance as Exhibit 1.
D. Residential Uses Allowed. The owner of property in the C-O Overlay District may develop such property for one residential dwelling unit as an accessory use to the principal commercial use.
E. Restrictions. Any accessory dwelling structure shall be subject to the following regulations:
(i) Each such dwelling unit shall have a minimum size of 500 square feet.
(ii) Each dwelling unit shall be constructed in accordance with all City Building Code requirements.
(iii) Each
Zoning & Land Use
Evanston·Appendix A
District Use Matrices
Summary
This section provides a matrix outlining permitted (P) and special (S) uses allowed within Evanston's various zoning districts. It serves as an overview, with the detailed text of each district taking precedence in case of discrepancies.
Section Text
Storage Establishment P
Vehicle Towing Establishment P
Warehouse Establishment P S P P P P
Wholesale Goods Establishment S S P S P P P P P P
; notes ___________
(1) See district text for limitation regarding the location of accessory dwelling units.
(2) See district text for limitation regarding size regulations.
(3) See district text for limitation regarding location.
(4) See district text for limitation regarding hours of operation.
(5) See district text for limitation regarding outdoor storage.
CITY...Department chairpersons as limited (Evanston Hospital (5) and St. Francis Hospital (0) P
Department directors' offices as limited (Evanston Hospital (14) and St. Francis Hospital (0) P
Dormitory (college and university) S P P
Drive-through facility (accessory) S
Dwelling - Fraternity (college and university) S P P
Dwelling - Multi-Family S
Dwelling - Multiple-family (college and university) P P
Dwelling - Single-family attached (college and university) P
Dwelling - Single-family detached (college and university) P
Dwelling - Single-family detached
St. Charles·17.30.020
Use definitions
Summary
This section provides definitions for various terms used in the municipal ordinance, including 'Accessory Use' and several types of 'Adult Uses'.
Section Text
above or below, and where each dwelling unit has at least one (1) individual exit directly to the outdoors.
Dwelling, Two-Family. A building containing two (2) dwelling units attached either vertically or horizontally. This use does not include Accessory Dwelling Units as defined herein.
Dwelling, Upper Level. A dwelling unit located on a floor above a nonresidential use.
Electronics Superstore. An establishment with more than thirty thousand (30,000) square feet of floor area that specializes in the sale...building supplies, construction equipment, home decorating fixtures and accessories, and related goods and services to the general public. Outdoor Sales, Permanent and Temporary, are permitted as accessory uses. Home Improvement Center is distinct from Heavy Retail and Service, as defined herein.
Home Occupation (G). The conduct of a business or profession within a dwelling unit by one or more members of the family residing therein, which is incidental and secondary to the residential use. Home Occupation includes
General Provisions
Maple Park·11.1.3
Rules and definitions
Summary
This section establishes rules for interpreting the municipal title, including definitions for common terms and guidelines for word usage. It also begins to define specific zoning-related terms.
Section Text
land and structures, the principal uses of which are the growing of farm or truck garden crops and one or more of the following: dairying, pasturage, horticulture, floriculture, viticulture, and animal and poultry husbandry, and accessory uses customarily incidental to agricultural activities, including farm dwellings.
Airport, heliport means any area of land or water which is used or intended for the landing and taking off of aircraft, together with all structures, tie downs, storage, and parking located thereon.
Aisle means...facilities of the property.
Cultivation center has the meaning set forth in section 10 of the Illinois Compassionate Use of Medical Cannabis Pilot Program Act, 410 ILCS 130/10, as may be amended.
Daycare home means the accessory use of a dwelling unit licensed by the state as a daycare home and/or night care home in accordance with the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services licensing standards for day and night care homes, or the accessory use of a dwelling
Zoning & Land Use
Blue Island·165.031
Home Occupations
Summary
This section outlines the regulations for home occupations within Blue Island, defining permissible uses, limitations on employees and space, signage, and specific exclusions.
Section Text
Home occupations are permissible only within a single-family dwelling unit or accessory building and only by the person or persons maintaining a dwelling therein.
(B) Not more than one non-resident person shall be employed in the home occupation.
(C) One sign having an area of not more than two square feet shall be permitted.
(D) Home occupations shall not utilize more than 25% of the gross floor area of the dwelling unit.
(E) Any use customarily conducted entirely...within a dwelling or its accessory buildings and carried on by the inhabitants thereof, which use is clearly incidental to the use of the dwelling as a place of residence is a permissible home occupation; provided that, no article is sold or offered for sale except as may be produced by the immediate family residing therein. In particular, a home occupation includes, but is not limited to, the following:
(1) Professional office of a physician, dentist, lawyer, engineer, architect
Zoning & Land Use
Glen Ellyn·10.4.7
R1 Residential District
Summary
This section outlines permitted and special uses within the R1 Residential District of Glen Ellyn. Permitted uses are limited to single-family dwellings, public parks, and public/private schools, with all uses required to adhere to supplementary and other pertinent regulations. Special uses require separate permits and include a variety of community facilities, developmental projects, and structures exceeding height limits.
Section Text
this title as well as all other pertinent regulations in this title.
(B) Special uses: No enumerated special use shall be considered to be an accessory use to any other permitted or special use, and a separate permit shall be required for each separate special use. 1. Adult daycare center, in other than a dwelling. 2. Cemetery. 3. Church. 4. College and university. 5. Convent, monastery and seminary. 6. Cultural facility. 7. Daycare center, in other than a dwelling...ratio, more than one story: Lot coverage ratio, single-family dwellings, more than one story, and accessory buildings: 20 percent of the lot. 2. Lot coverage ratio, one-story and accessory buildings: Lot coverage ratio, single-family dwellings, one-story and accessory buildings: 35 percent of the lot. 3. Lot coverage ratio bonuses:
(a) The first 500 square feet of the area of any detached garage shall be excluded from the lot coverage ratio calculation.
(b) The first 240 square
Zoning & Land Use
Glen Ellyn·10.4.10
R3 Residential District
Summary
This section outlines the permitted and special uses allowed within the R3 Residential District in Glen Ellyn. It specifies various residential building types, community facilities, and public services that are either allowed by right or require special permits.
Section Text
this title as well as all other pertinent regulations in this title.
(B) Special uses: No enumerated special use shall be considered to be an accessory use to any other permitted or special use, and a separate permit shall be required for each separate special use. 1. Adult daycare center. 2. Attached single-family dwelling unit of more than four units but not exceeding six. 3. Church. 4. Congregate housing for the elderly. 5. Convent, monastery and seminary. 6. Cultural...ratio, more than one story: Lot coverage ratio, single-family dwellings, more than one story, and accessory buildings: 20 percent of the lot. 2. Lot coverage ratio, one-story and accessory buildings: Lot coverage ratio, single-family dwellings, one-story and accessory buildings: 35 percent of the lot. 3. Lot coverage ratio bonuses:
(a) The first 500 square feet of the area of any detached garage shall be excluded from the lot coverage ratio calculation.
(b) The first 240 square
Zoning & Land Use
Winfield·10.1.4
Rules And Definitions
Summary
This section provides general rules for interpreting the zoning title and defines key terms, including singular/plural, tense, mandatory/permissive language, gender, how defined terms are applied, measurement rounding, and the expansive definition of 'person'. It begins defining 'ABANDONMENT', 'ABUTTING/ADJOINING', and 'ACCESSORY BUILDING OR USE'.
Section Text
containing the home occupation and does not live within said principal residence.
HOME OCCUPATION: Any activity or trade carried out for profit by a resident of a dwelling that can be conducted as an incidental, and accessory use to the resident's dwelling consistent with the limits of section 10-2-13 of this title.
HOSPITAL OR SANATORIUM: An institution devoted primarily to the maintenance and operation of facilities for the diagnosis, treatment or care, of three (3) or more...restaurant use that primarily serves food and beverages for consumption on the premises.
RESTRICTED OFFICE: An office use conducted entirely within a building originally constructed as a principal single-family residence, or a building or structure accessory thereto, with no residential dwelling component. A restricted office use is performed solely for gain or financial support by means of technical, clerical, administrative or consultive work with no direct retail sales to the public.
RETAIL: The general sale of commodities
Zoning & Land Use
Round Lake Beach·502.0
R-1 Single-Family Residential
Summary
This section outlines the permitted, accessory, and special uses for the R-1 Single-Family Residential district in Round Lake Beach. It also details lot size, front yard, side yard, and rear yard requirements for various uses within this district.
Section Text
Estate Residential (E-R) district. 502.5 Yard requirements:
(A) Minimum front yards:
(1) Single family dwellings 30 feet
(2) All other permitted or special uses 30 feet
(B) Minimum corner side yard:
(1) Single family dwellings and accessory structures: 25 feet or established building line whichever is less
(2) Schools: 15 feet
(3) All other permitted or special uses: 30 feet
(C) Minimum side yard:
(1) Single Family Dwellings: 8 feet
(2) Schools: 50 feet
(3) All other permitted...feet
(3) All other permitted or special uses: 50 feet
502.6 Bulk regulations:
(A) Maximum structure height: No building shall exceed 2½ stories and 30 feet in height.
(B) Maximum lot coverage:
(1) Combined single family dwelling structures and all accessory use structures and impervious use structures: 50 percent
(a) Single family dwelling structure only: 30 percent
(b) Subject to the maximum for (1) above, accessory structure: 35 percent
(2) Planned unit development residential: As specified by the planning