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Palatine · 12.89

Public nuisance declared

Summary

This section declares short-term residential rentals operating in violation of the article as a public nuisance. It allows for abatement through available remedies and enables the village to recover reasonable attorney fees, costs, and expenses from the owner.

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Operation of any short-term residential rental within the village in violation of the provisions of this article may be deemed a public nuisance and abated pursuant to all available remedies, including, but not limited to, injunctive relief. In addition to the penalties provided for herein, the village shall be entitled to receive from the short-term residential rental owner reimbursement for the cost of the village's reasonable attorney fees, costs and expenses incurred by the village to abate...short-term residential rental operating as a public nuisance. (Code

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Norridge · 22.424

Public nuisance declared

Summary

This section declares short-term residential rentals operating in violation of the article as a public nuisance. It allows the village to seek abatement through legal remedies, including injunctive relief, and to recover attorney fees and costs from the violator.

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Operation of any short-term residential rental within the village in violation of the provisions of this article may be deemed a public nuisance and abated pursuant to all available remedies, including but not limited to injunctive relief. in addition to the penalties provided for herein, the village shall be entitled to receive from the short-term residential rental owner reimbursement for the cost of the village's reasonable attorney fees, costs and expenses incurred by the village to abate...short-term residential rental operating as a public nuisance

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Melrose Park · 5.160.040

Public nuisance declared

Summary

This section declares short-term residential rentals operating in violation of the chapter as a public nuisance. The village can abate these nuisances using legal remedies and recover associated attorney fees and costs.

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Operation of any short-term residential rental within the village in violation of the provisions of this chapter may be deemed a public nuisance and abated pursuant to all available remedies, including but not limited to injunctive relief. In addition to the penalties provided for herein, the village shall be entitled to receive from the short-term residential rental owner reimbursement for the cost of the village's reasonable attorney fees, costs and expenses incurred by the village to abate...short-term residential rental operating as a public nuisance

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Matteson · 160.04

Public Nuisance Declared

Summary

This section declares that short-term residential rentals operating in violation of chapter provisions may be considered a public nuisance. The Village of Matteson can seek abatement through legal remedies and recover attorney fees and costs from the rental owner.

Section Text

Operation of any short-term residential rental within the Village of Matteson in violation of the provisions of this chapter may be deemed a public nuisance and abated pursuant to all available remedies, including but not limited to injunctive relief. In addition to the penalties provided for herein, the Village of Matteson shall be entitled to receive from the short-term residential rental owner reimbursement for the cost of the village's reasonable attorney fees, costs and expenses incurred...Village of Matteson to abate a short-term residential rental operating as a public nuisance. (Ord. 4443, passed

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Naperville · 3.18.4

PUBLIC NUISANCE DECLARED

Summary

This section declares short-term residential rentals operating in violation of city ordinances as a public nuisance. It allows the City of Naperville to abate such nuisances through legal means and recover associated attorney fees, costs, and expenses from the rental owner.

Section Text

Operation of any short-term residential rental within the City of Naperville in violation of the provisions of this Chapter may be deemed a public nuisance and abated pursuant to all available remedies, including but not limited to injunctive relief. In addition to the penalties provided for herein, the City of Naperville shall be entitled to receive from the short-term residential rental owner reimbursement for the cost of the City's reasonable attorney fees, costs and expenses incurred...City of Naperville to abate a short-term residential rental operating as a public nuisance

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Bensenville · 10.11.2

Definition Of Terms

Summary

This section of the Bensenville municipal ordinance provides definitions for various terms used throughout the code, including specific definitions for types of signs, structures, uses, and adult entertainment establishments.

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medical services for the sick and injured, which may include, but shall not be limited to, in-patient facilities, out-patient facilities, training facilities, offices, and laboratories. HOTEL/MOTEL: An establishment that provides sleeping accommodations and lodging services on a short-term basis for a fee and amenities which may include, but shall not be limited to, restaurants, meeting rooms, health clubs, and swimming pools. ILLEGAL STRUCTURE: A structure that did not legally exist prior to the adoption of this title...medium shade trees. SHARED PARKING: The use of a parking space to serve two (2) or more individual land uses without conflict or encroachment. SHED: A relatively small building typically used to store lawn, garden, and/or swimming pool equipment. SHORT-TERM BICYCLE PARKING: Bicycle parking intended primarily for short-term use. Bicycles are typically secured to short-term parking facilities by means of a bicyclist's own lock. SIGN: A message, image, display, or object used to advertise, direct attention

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Morton Grove · 12.17.1

Terms Defined

Summary

This section of Morton Grove's municipal code defines various terms used throughout Title 12. These definitions are intended to clarify the meaning of specific words and phrases to ensure consistent interpretation and application of the ordinance.

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flush water closet, a lavatory basin and a bathtub or shower. BAY WINDOW: A window located above grade that extends beyond the wall of the building. BED & BREAKFAST: An owner occupied, single-family or two-family dwelling where short-term lodging and morning meals are provided for compensation. BEDROOM: A room in a dwelling unit of which the primary use is for sleeping with closable doors affording privacy and with minimum of one built in clothes closet. BERM: See section...property or a family member of the owner thereof for a period shorter than thirty (30) consecutive days. A short-term dwelling unit shall not include a hotel/motel or bed and breakfast as defined herein or a dwelling or dwelling unit rented for a limited period of time prior to transfer of possession pursuant to the terms of a rental agreement executed in conjunction with a contract to sell the dwelling or dwelling unit. SHRUBS: Woody plants of relatively

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Tinley Park · § 129J.99 Penalty.

Summary

This section outlines the penalty structure for violations of the short-term/vacation rental chapter. Fines increase with subsequent violations, and each day of violation is considered a separate offense. Additionally, the village can pursue collection through legal means, including liens, and other penalties like license revocation are possible.

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fine schedule set forth herein. (C) Any fines shall be debts due and owing to the village that the village may collect by means allowed by law, including, but not limited to, filing a lien against the short-term/vacation rental or the premises containing the short-term/vacation rental. (D) The fines provided for herein shall not be construed as limiting the power of a court of competent jurisdiction or an administrative hearing officer to impose other penalties and/or

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Wood Dale · 17.305

Accessory Structures And Uses

Summary

This section outlines general standards and specific limitations for accessory structures and uses in Wood Dale, regulating their placement, maintenance, and construction in relation to principal structures and lot features like yards and easements.

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accessory structures, excluding flatwork such as driveways and sidewalks, shall not exceed twelve percent (12%) of the lot area. b. Maximum number: One such structure may be permitted per Zoning Lot. E. Bed and breakfasts and short-term rentals: 1. Bed and Breakfast. Bed and Breakfast establishments do not include motels, hotels, boarding houses, or food service establishments. a. The Bed and Breakfast must be residential in nature and comply with the Home Occupation regulations of this Chapter

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Tinley Park · § 129J.02 Licenses Required: License Term: Exemptions.

Summary

This section prohibits the operation, offering for rent, or advertising of short-term/vacation rentals in Tinley Park without a valid license. Licenses are valid for one year and are subject to renewal.

Section Text

shall be unlawful to operate a short-term/vacation rental, offer for rent, or advertise for rent a short-term/vacation rental within the Village of Tinley Park without a current, valid license issued pursuant to the terms of this chapter. (B) Each license issued shall be valid for one year, and subject to renewal. (Ord. 2019-O-036, passed

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Wheeling · 19.01.010

Definitions

Summary

This section defines various terms used throughout the Wheeling Municipal Code, including rules of interpretation for singular/plural, present/future tense, and specific definitions for 'building', 'accessory structure', 'accessory use', 'gross acreage', 'net acreage', and 'adult day service'.

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limited to, a banquet hall, rental hall, nonalcoholic social club, nondenominational chapel or a meeting space for a club or membership organization. This term does not include a convention center. "Bank or other financial institution" means an establishment providing retail banking, credit and mortgage services. This term does not include a currency exchange, a payday loan agency or a title loan agency (see definitions for currency exchange and short-term lending facility). "Basement" means a story having part...disposition of human dead. This term includes mortuaries but not crematoriums. "Furniture and appliance rental and leasing" means an establishment providing the rental or leasing of furniture, electronics, small appliances, major appliances or other household items. This term includes incidental storage and maintenance of such items. "Gaming establishment" means an establishment at which gambling activities, pursuant to the state of Illinois regulations, are the primary business conducted on the premises. This term does not include a tavern, restaurant, or entertainment

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Lake Barrington · 3.3.2

Definitions

Summary

This section defines 'Rental Premises' as any part of a structure rented to someone other than the owner. It also defines 'Short Term Rental' as the accessory use or occupancy of a structure for less than three months by a non-owner or non-immediate family member, with several specific exclusions.

Section Text

than the owner thereof, or an immediate family member of the owner thereof, and whether or not the permission of such occupancy is in exchange for consideration therefor. Notwithstanding anything contained in this definition to the contrary, a short-term rental shall not include any of the following: (1) any occupancy of a residence by an immediate family member; (2) any occupancy of a residence by a person who is present in such residence as a caregiver...other compensation from such person; (3) one or more than one consecutive lease extension(s) of any length immediately following any lease between the same parties where the original lease did not fall within the definition of a "short-term rental"; or (4) any occupancy by person(s) who were former owner(s) and/or former occupant(s) of a residence and who are holding over and retaining possession of such residence for an agreed upon period of time after

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Waukegan · 14.1A

Definitions

Summary

This section provides definitions for key terms used within the article, including 'Dwelling unit,' 'License administrator,' and 'Short-term rental unit.' It clarifies what constitutes a dwelling unit and specifically defines short-term rentals, excluding hotels, motels, and rentals associated with a sale contract.

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licensing official as used in this chapter shall refer to the Mayor of the City of Waukegan, or their designee. Short-term rental unit as used in this chapter shall mean the use of a dwelling unit for overnight accommodation that is made available for rent by transient guests for a period shorter than 30 consecutive days. The term "short-term rental unit" does not include either: (i) "hotel/motel," as defined in the Unified Development Ordinance; or (ii) the rental

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Lisle · 5.7.8

Industrial Use Category

Summary

This section defines and categorizes various industrial uses permitted within Lisle's zoning, including artisan production, data centers, limited industrial activities with specific subcategories like electronics and brewing, and recyclable material drop-off facilities.

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conducted within a self-storage facility (other than the rental of storage spaces). 4. Servicing or repair of motor vehicles, boats, trailers, lawn mowers, or any similar equipment is prohibited. 5. The storage of flammable liquids, highly combustible or explosive materials, or hazardous chemicals is prohibited. G. Wholesale, Distribution, and Warehousing Uses that provide and distribute goods for retail sales, commercial services or industrial establishments. The long-term and short-term storage of supplies, equipment, commercial goods and personal items

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Lockport · 156.003

Definitions

Summary

This section provides definitions for terms used in the Lockport municipal code, particularly for zoning and land use interpretation. It establishes how definitions are to be applied and references Webster's New Collegiate Dictionary for undefined terms.

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chapter. EQUIPMENT SALE OR RENTAL STORE. An establishment providing the retail sale or temporary leasing of tools, lawn and garden equipment, party supplies, and similar goods and equipment, including storage and incidental maintenance. Outdoor display of such items may be provided only as permitted by the district in which it is located. This definition excludes items included in the definitions of EQUIPMENT SALE OR RENTAL STORE, HEAVY and AUTOMOBILE RENTAL AND LEASING . EQUIPMENT SALE OR RENTAL STORE, HEAVY...well as archery and similar devices. SHOPPING CENTER. A group of more than five business establishments planned, developed and managed as a unit, located on the same zoning lot, with off-street parking provided on the property. SHORT-TERM RESIDENTIAL RENTALS. A dwelling or portion thereof available for or used as accommodations or lodging for guests paying a fee or other compensation. SIGN. Refer to the definition of sign contained in Chapter 155, Signs. SITE, BUILDING. The ground area

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Summit · 7.19.4

Public Nuisance Declared

Summary

This section declares operations of short-term residential rentals that violate chapter provisions as public nuisances. It outlines remedies for abatement, including injunctive relief and attorney fee reimbursement for the Village.

Section Text

Operation of any Short-Term Residential Rental within the Village of Summit in violation of the provisions of this Chapter may be deemed a public nuisance and abated pursuant to all available remedies, including but not limited to injunctive relief. In addition to the penalties provided for herein, the Village of Summit shall be entitled to receive from the Short-Term Residential Rental Owner reimbursement for the cost of the Village’s reasonable attorney fees, costs and expenses incurred

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Park Forest · XII-2

Definition of Terms

Summary

This section provides definitions for various terms used within the Park Forest municipal ordinances. It clarifies the meaning of concepts such as Accessory Dwelling Unit, Accessory Structure, and defines terms related to adult-oriented establishments.

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medical services for the sick and injured, which may include, but shall not be limited to, in-patient facilities, out-patient facilities, training facilities, offices, and laboratories. Hotel/Motel: An establishment that provides sleeping accommodations and lodging services on a short-term basis for a fee and amenities which may include, but shall not be limited to, restaurants, meeting rooms, health clubs, and swimming pools. Household: A number of individuals that live together on the premises as a single housekeeping unit...over 40 feet are considered large shade trees. Trees with an expected canopy of 30 to 40 feet are considered medium shade trees. Shed: A relatively small building typically used to store lawn, garden, and/or swimming pool equipment. Short-Term Bicycle Parking: Bicycle parking intended primarily for short-term use by visitors to businesses and institutions. Bicycles are typically secured to short-term parking facilities by means of a bicyclist's own lock. Sidepath: An off-street facility that

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Schaumburg · 41.01

VILLAGE FEE SCHEDULE

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This section establishes a fee schedule for various business and liquor licenses in Schaumburg. It mandates advance payment for licenses and imposes a 50% penalty for late renewal fees.

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liquor license $250.00 Liquor license application fee $300.00 Replacement or lost liquor license $25.00 Fingerprints and background check (fee charged may be higher, depending on which agency is doing the check) $44.00 Business licenses: Amusement: Annual license $250.00 Short-term license $30.00 per day not to exceed $250.00 Auto Repair/Auto Body 0 - 999 square feet...license $150.00 Retail tobacco and smoking store license $300.00 Veterinarians Exempt Village owned trades, businesses or occupation Exempt Rental licenses and association licenses: Association licenses: Condominium, quadhome, townhouse - each rented dwelling $75.00 Rental licenses: Bed and breakfasts $130.00 Short-term rentals $300.00 Nonresidential rental property each building/location $150.00 Residential rental property: Apartment buildings: 1 - 50 dwelling units $375.00 51 - 100 dwelling units $750.00 101 - 200 dwelling units $1,110.00 201 - 300 dwelling units $1,450.00 301 - 400 dwelling units

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Berwyn · 901.09

Violations; Revocation Of License

Summary

This section outlines penalties for violations related to short-term rental taxes in Berwyn. It states that failure to pay the municipal short-term rental tax can lead to the suspension or revocation of a business license, without preventing the city from pursuing civil claims for unpaid taxes. It also prohibits violating chapter provisions, refusing inspections, or falsifying records.

Section Text

person shall operate any short-term rental for gain or profit without paying the municipal short-term rental tax. In addition to the penalty provided in § 901.07, in the event the owner fails to remit the tax hereby imposed, the business license issued to him or her by the city shall be subject to suspension or revocation. Revocation of the license shall not bar the city from any civil claims or causes of action that the city may have against

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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

lodging rooms are for rent to hotel guests for a continuous period of less than thirty (30) days. The maximum rental term and/or length of stay within the hotel or motel building for an Extended Stay Guest shall not exceed ninety (90) days, which includes any amount of time that said guest may have stayed as a short-term Hotel Guest, and/or whether said guest stays in one room or moves to multiple rooms during the same period of time...person other than a member of the owner's family. Vacation rental owners may, but are not required to, live in the vacation rental during the periods in which the property is rented. VACATION RENTAL shall include all forms of short-term rentals/leases and AIRBNB’s, but shall not include BOARDING HOUSE or HOUSE SWAPPING, where a homeowner switches or trades homes with another homeowner in a different town for a short period of time for a vacation

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Stickney · Section 7.01

Permitted uses

Summary

This section outlines permitted uses within Stickney's single-family districts, including traditional residential and public facilities. It also permits short-term rentals but restricts their use to no more than once per calendar year per property.

Section Text

mean any property which is rented or leased for a period of less than 30 consecutive calendar days. (2) No property located in the single-family district shall be used more than once per calendar year as a short-term rental property

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Wood Dale · 6.1603

Rules And Definitions

Summary

This section outlines the rules of construction for interpreting the ordinance and provides definitions for key terms used within the Residential Rental Property regulations. It clarifies singular/plural, mandatory/permissive language, and defines terms like Code Official, Premises, and Residential Rental Property.

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single-family detached structures, and structures being used for short-term rentals, being defined as any rental period of less than thirty (30) days, or being used for any other similar sharing of residential accommodations for gain or profit. TENANT: An occupant of residential rental property, regardless of the duration of such tenancy or whether there exists any written lease or similar documentation, including any individual(s) participating in a short-term rental, or any other similar sharing of residential

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Shorewood · 10.2.1

Rules Of Word Construction; Definitions

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This section establishes rules for interpreting the ordinance's language, including tense, number, and the mandatory or permissive nature of terms. It then provides definitions for various terms related to zoning, including accessory structures and uses, and adult-use cannabis establishments.

Section Text

internal traffic circulation, collective off street parking and loading facilities, landscaping and other features and facilities common to shopping center developments. A shopping center is usually, but not necessarily, planned, developed, owned or managed as a unit. SHORT-TERM RENTAL: A single-family dwelling, or a residential dwelling unit in a multi-unit structure, condominium, cooperative, timeshare, or similar joint property ownership arrangement that is rented for a fee for less than 30 consecutive days. Provided, however, that Short-Term

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Matteson · 161.02

Definitions

Summary

This section provides definitions for key terms used in the chapter related to foreclosures and vacant or rental properties. It clarifies terms such as 'default', 'enforcement officer', 'evidence of vacancy', 'foreclosure', and 'landlord'.

Section Text

money, or the exchange of goods or services, regardless of the relationship between lessor and lessee. LONG-TERM RENTAL PROPERTY. Rental property which the owner and/or landlord rents or leases for a term of 181 days or longer. SHORT-TERM RENTAL PROPERTY. Rental property which the owner and/or landlord rents or leases for a term not exceeding 180 days. SEMI-ANNUAL REGISTRATION. Six months from the date of the first action that requires registration, as determined by the village

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Phoenix · 22.405

Definitions

Summary

This section of the Phoenix municipal code defines key terms used within the chapter concerning the registration of foreclosing mortgages, vacant properties, and rental properties. It clarifies terms such as 'default,' 'enforcement officer,' 'evidence of vacancy,' 'foreclosure,' and 'landlord.'

Section Text

exchange of goods or services, regardless of the relationship between lessor and lessee. Long-term rental property means rental property which the owner and/or Landlord rents or leases for a term of 181 days or longer. Short-term rental property means rental property which the owner and/or landlord rents or leases for a term not exceeding 180 days. Semi-annual registration means six months from the date of the first action that requires registration, as determined by the village

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