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This section outlines the procedure for subdividers to submit a preliminary plan for approval, detailing the required materials and the review process by village officials and the plan commission/board of appeals.

This section outlines the criteria and considerations for the Streamwood Planning and Zoning Board when reviewing subdivision plans. It emphasizes adherence to the comprehensive plan, consideration of community needs, and specific requirements for infrastructure, lot design, and the preservation of natural features.

This section outlines the responsibilities of the Hanover Park Development Commission when reviewing subdivision plans. It emphasizes conformity with the comprehensive plan, consideration of community needs like streets and public spaces, and the preservation of natural features.

This section establishes the general provisions for the Warrenville Subdivision Control chapter, clarifying that its provisions represent minimum standards for public health, safety, and welfare. It dictates that more restrictive standards in this chapter or other laws shall govern, and clarifies how private agreements interact with these regulations.

This section outlines the approval criteria for environmental plans (EPs) in Glenview, focusing on avoiding, minimizing, and mitigating detrimental impacts to environmentally significant areas (ESAs) and protected areas (PAs), with specific requirements for vegetation, wetlands, drainage, and endangered species.

This section establishes a Tree Board for Harvard, outlining its purpose to enhance quality of life, property values, and the health of public trees. It delegates authority for managing public trees and provides definitions for key terms related to tree care and public property.

This section outlines development standards, referencing specific stormwater management documents and an existing urbanized residential requirement. It aims to balance land uses, manage development impacts on community character, and regulate growth in both built-out and open areas.

This section outlines the purpose and intent of the chapter on tree protection and regulation in North Chicago. It aims to preserve, protect, plant, and properly maintain trees for a variety of environmental, economic, and quality of life benefits.

This section outlines the purpose and intent of the Gurnee chapter on Trees and Woodlands Protection. It aims to preserve, protect, plant, and maintain trees and woodlands to achieve numerous environmental, aesthetic, and public welfare benefits.

This section outlines the village's intent to preserve, protect, plant, and maintain trees and woodlands. It lists numerous benefits, including environmental protection, soil stabilization, drainage control, temperature moderation, air purification, wildlife habitat, property value enhancement, and improved quality of life.

This section outlines requirements for lot configuration, size, and shape within subdivisions in Green Oaks, ensuring conformance with zoning regulations and consideration of natural features. It also addresses specific needs for nonresidential lots, building sites near watercourses, driveway access, and street frontage.

This section outlines the purpose and intent of the chapter on Preservation of Trees and Woodlands, aiming to protect and manage trees for environmental, economic, and aesthetic benefits within the Village of Fox Lake.

This section contains appendices for the Subdivision Regulations. Appendix A lists figures related to subdivision design elements, while Appendix B provides suggested forms for official certificates and approvals from the City Clerk, Plan Commission, Mayor, and City Council for plats.

This section outlines general requirements and principles for the review of subdivision plats by the Plan Commission in West Chicago. It emphasizes adherence to the comprehensive plan, adequate stormwater management, preservation of natural features, and provisions for public use, while also prohibiting the subdivision of land unsuitable for residential development.

This section outlines the procedure for the subdivider to submit a preliminary plan and accompanying documents to the zoning administrator. It details the review process involving village departments and relevant districts, culminating in a review by the Development Commission and village engineer.

This section outlines design standards for blocks and lots within subdivisions in Naperville. It specifies maximum block lengths, minimum lot widths for different districts and dwelling types, and a 'Ninety Percent Rule' for lot sizes during resubdivision.

This section outlines the general requirements for the Willow Springs plan commission when examining subdivision plats. It mandates consideration of community needs, land use, infrastructure, lot arrangements, public uses, zoning ordinance conformity, stormwater management, and preservation of natural features.

This section requires that subdivisions prioritize the preservation of natural resources like large trees and watercourses. It also mandates adherence to any further requirements specified in the Zoning Title.

This section outlines general requirements for subdivision plats in Elmhurst, emphasizing consideration of land use plans, infrastructure, public uses, and the preservation of natural features. It also details the process for determining and prohibiting the subdivision of unsuitable land.

This section outlines specific district standards for the C-1 General Commercial District in Pingree Grove. It mandates site plan review and preliminary development plan approval for various activities, and generally requires business operations, storage, and display to occur within enclosed structures, with specified exceptions.

This section requires that subdivisions give due consideration to preserving natural features such as large trees, scenic spots, watercourses, and historical assets wherever possible.

This section outlines standards for the arrangement and dimensions of blocks and lots within subdivisions. It addresses block length, shape influenced by natural and man-made features, and the creation of pedestrian or equestrian ways. It also mandates that lots be free of foreseeable development difficulties, preserve natural features, and avoid leftover land parcels unless dedicated for specific community uses.

This section grants the Department of Public Works comprehensive authority over all public trees, shrubs, and plant life within Oswego. It outlines their responsibilities for planting, removal, preservation, regulation, and pest/disease control, guided by the village's Urban Forestry Management Plan.

This section of the Hawthorn Woods municipal ordinance provides definitions for terms related to open burning and landscape waste, which are filed under the health domain. It clarifies terms such as Agricultural Waste, Controlled Burning, Domicile Waste, and Landscape Waste.

This ordinance prohibits the willful setting of fires and the building of fires in undesignated areas within the Forest Preserve District. Any fires or use of inflammable materials must be confined to designated fireplaces or receptacles and conducted in a manner that prevents harm.