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Round Lake Beach · 503.0

R-2 Single Family Residential

Summary

This section outlines permitted, accessory, and special uses within the R-2 Single Family Residential district, along with specific lot size and yard requirements for single-family dwellings and other uses. It also references R-3 district regulations for permitted uses and E-R district regulations for other uses.

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Estate Residential (E-R) District. 503.5 Yard requirements: (A) Minimum front yards. (1) Single family dwellings: 30 feet (2) All otherwise permitted or special uses: 50 feet (B) Minimum corner side yard: (1) Single family dwellings and accessory structures: 20 feet or established building line, whichever is less (2) Schools: 50 feet (3) All otherwise permitted or special uses: 30 feet (C) Minimum side yards: (1) Single family dwellings: 8 feet and 10 feet (2) Schools: 50 feet...feet (3) All otherwise permitted or special uses: 50 feet 503.6 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

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Rosemont · 11.2.3

Residential Code

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This section adopts the 2024 International Residential Code for one- and two-family dwellings with specific amendments. It clarifies the scope of the code, designates the official name, deletes a specific subsection, modifies exceptions to permit requirements, and mandates the preparation of construction documents by a registered design professional for certain projects.

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International Code Council, Inc., including Appendices A, B, C, D, F, G, I, J, K, M, N, O and Q, is adopted by reference to regulate the construction of one-family and two-family (duplex) dwellings only, including their accessory structures, with the following amendments, additions, deletions and modifications: Section R101.1 is amended to read as follows: R101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the Residential Code of One- and Two-Family dwellings of the Village of Rosemont, Illinois...column titled "Live Load" and the row entitled "Sleeping Rooms". Section R302.1 is amended by deleting the exceptions. Section R302 is amended by adding thereto the following: R302.2 Separation from accessory buildings. A detached accessory building shall be separated from the dwelling by a minimum of six (6) feet, eave to eave. Exception: The separation distance of a detached garage may be reduced to a minimum of three (3) feet provided any point on the interior wall or roof

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Highland Park · 150.202

Definitions

Summary

This section provides definitions for terms used within the Highland Park zoning chapter, including 'Abandonment,' 'Access,' and 'Accessory Building or Accessory Structure.' It outlines how these terms should be interpreted to ensure consistent application of the ordinance.

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Term Rental means the accessory use of a dwelling unit for overnight accommodation that is available for rent by transient guests for a period shorter than 30 consecutive days. The term "short-term rental" does not include either: (i) "boarding houses," "hotels," "Timeshare-Related Uses," or "lodging houses," as defined in this Section; or (ii) the rental of a dwelling unit pursuant to a rental agreement executed in conjunction with a contract to sell the dwelling unit. Shrub: A woody...Parking areas that serve principal and accessory buildings or uses that are substantially vacant at the time of the storage. Tennis Court: Any temporary or permanent arrangement, grading or surfacing, together with the ordinary appurtenances thereto, intended for or used for playing tennis. When constructed or maintained in connection with a detached dwelling, one such tennis court shall be considered an accessory use or a use customarily incidental to a detached single family dwelling. Tent: A portable structure, the roof

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Mundelein · 20.36.100

C-5 District parking and off-street loading

Summary

This section outlines regulations for parking and off-street loading within the C-5 District in Mundelein, focusing on design, access, pedestrian safety, and shared parking options.

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have parking requirements. These types of uses are not listed within Table 20.36-11. TABLE 20.36-11: OFF-STREET PARKING REQUIREMENTS C-5 ZONING DISTRICT USE PARKING REQUIREMENT RESIDENTIAL Community Residence .25 per bed + 1 per 2 employees Dwelling, Accessory to non-residential 1 per dwelling unit Dwelling, Multi-Family 1 per dwelling unit Dwelling, Single-Family 1 per dwelling unit, enclosed Dwelling, Single-Family Attached 1 per dwelling unit, enclosed Dwelling, Stacked Flats 1 per dwelling unit, enclosed Dwelling...Townhouse 1 per dwelling unit, enclosed Dwelling, Two-Family 1 per dwelling unit, enclosed Residential Care Facility Assisted Living: 0.5 per bed + 1 per 2 employees Independent Living: 1 per dwelling unit + 1 per 2 employees Nursing Care: 0.25 per bed + 1 per 2 employees INSTITUTIONAL Cultural Facility None for first 1,000 s.f. GFA, then 2 per additional 1,000 s.f. GFA Educational Facility, College/University 1 per 2 students (based on maximum enrollment) + 1 per employee Educational Facility, Primary

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Elgin · 19.45.120

Size of driveways

Summary

This ordinance section establishes regulations for driveway sizes, specifying minimum widths for driveways leading to parking structures and lots, and maximum widths for driveways serving single-family dwellings, with variations based on zoning districts and proximity to garages.

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access to an arterial street [SR] or a major collector street [SR]. Such zoning lots may have a circular driveway or a turnaround driveway as may be approved by the development administrator. 3. Multiple-family driveways. Multiple-family dwellings [SR] with accessory parking garages which are located within ten (10) linear feet of the required street yard setback line and which are limited in design and location so as to require egress from the zoning lot to a public right...through reverse motion of the vehicle shall have a maximum of one (1) driveway for each separate garage accessory to an individual dwelling unit. No driveway shall exceed the width of such accessory garage served or twenty (20) linear feet, whichever is less, and there shall be a minimum three (3) linear foot separation between each driveway located on the same zoning lot. All other driveways for multiple-family dwellings shall be subject to the provisions of subsection

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Carpentersville · 16.18.020

Accessory buildings, structures and uses

Summary

This section outlines permitted accessory buildings, structures, and uses in Carpentersville's residential zoning districts. It specifies limitations for noncommercial greenhouses, private residential garages, vegetable/flower gardens, and various other residential amenities like sheds, pools, and patios, with specific standards for swimming pools.

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placed on any residentially zoned property at any one time. e. Temporary portable storage units may be placed on an individual lot on not more than three occasions in any six-month period for each dwelling unit on the lot. 8. Accessory solar energy systems (ASES) that comply with the following standards: a. Purpose. The purpose of this subsection is to: i. Establish reasonable and uniform regulations for the location, installation, operation, and maintenance of ASES; ii. Ensure that...used. However, nothing shall prevent the use of a temporary construction shed or road wagon for the storage of tools, material and equipment by a contractor during construction. 2. Accessory buildings and structures may not be used for dwelling purposes. E. Accessory wind energy systems (AWES) shall be allowed only in the zoning districts where they are listed as a special use, and shall be operated in accordance with the supplemental review standards noted below: 1. All AWES shall comply

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West Chicago · 9.6.1

Use restrictions

Summary

This section of West Chicago's ordinance outlines specific use restrictions for residential properties, including minimum dwelling floor area requirements based on the number of stories, limitations on the number of principal buildings per lot in R-5 districts, and detailed regulations for accessory buildings regarding height, location, construction timing, and use.

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measured from the outside of the exterior walls including utility rooms but excluding cellars, basements, open porches, breezeways, garages and other spaces that are not used frequently or during extended periods for living, eating or sleeping purposes. (2) Every dwelling of more than one (1) story hereafter erected shall have a floor area measured from the outside of the exterior walls of not less than seven hundred fifty (750) square feet on the first floor including utility rooms but excluding...Time of construction. No accessory building or structure shall be constructed on any lot prior to the start of construction of the principal building to which it is accessory. (4) Use of accessory building. Use of any accessory structure as a dwelling is strictly prohibited. (5) Yard coverage. Accessory uses, including patios/decks, shall not cover more than forty (40) percent of the actual rear yard. (6) Satellite receiving dishes. Are allowable as an accessory use provided they comply with

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West Chicago · 9.5.1

Use restrictions

Summary

This section of the West Chicago municipal ordinance outlines restrictions on residential uses. It establishes minimum ground floor area requirements for dwellings based on the number of stories and sets forth regulations for accessory buildings, including height, location, and use limitations.

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measured from the outside of the exterior walls including utility rooms but excluding cellars, basements, open porches, breezeways, garages and other spaces that are not used frequently or during extended periods for living, eating or sleeping purposes. (2) Every dwelling of more than one (1) story hereafter erected shall have a floor area measured from the south side of the exterior walls of not less than eight hundred fifty (850) square feet on the first floor including utility rooms...Time of construction. No accessory building or structure shall be constructed on any lot prior to the start of construction of the principal building to which it is accessory. (4) Use of accessory building. Use of any accessory structure as a dwelling is strictly prohibited. (5) Yard coverage. Accessory uses, including patios/decks, shall not cover more than thirty (30) percent of the required rear yard. (6) Satellite receiving dishes. Are allowable as an accessory use provided they comply with

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West Chicago · 9.2.1

Use restrictions

Summary

This section outlines minimum ground floor area requirements for dwellings, restricts the number of principal buildings per lot in R-1 districts, and sets specific restrictions on accessory buildings regarding height, location, construction timing, use, and yard coverage.

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measured from the outside of the exterior walls including utility rooms but excluding cellars, basements, open porches, breezeways, garages and other spaces that are not used frequently or during extended periods for living, eating or sleeping purposes. (2) Every dwelling of more than one (1) story hereafter erected shall have a floor area, measured from the outside of the exterior walls of not less than one thousand one hundred fifty (1,150) square feet on the first floor including utility...Time of construction. No accessory building or structure shall be constructed on any lot prior to the start of construction of the principal building to which it is accessory. (4) Use of accessory building. Use of any accessory structure as a dwelling is strictly prohibited. (5) Yard coverage. Accessory uses, including patios/decks, shall not cover more than thirty (30) percent of the required rear yard. (6) Satellite receiving dishes. Are allowable as an accessory use provided they comply with

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West Chicago · 9.3.1

Use restrictions

Summary

This section outlines use restrictions for residential properties in West Chicago, detailing minimum dwelling floor area requirements, limitations on principal buildings per lot, and specific regulations for accessory buildings including height, location, construction timing, use, yard coverage, and satellite dish allowances.

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measured from the outside of the exterior walls including utility rooms but excluding cellars, basements, open porches, breezeways, garages and other spaces that are not used frequently or during extended periods for living, eating or sleeping purposes. (2) Every dwelling of more than one-story hereafter erected shall have a floor area measured from the outside of the exterior walls of not less than one thousand fifty (1,050) square feet on the first floor including utility rooms but excluding...Time of construction. No accessory building or structure shall be constructed on any lot prior to the start of construction of the principal building to which it is accessory. (4) Use of accessory building. Use of any accessory structure as a dwelling is strictly prohibited. (5) Yard coverage. Accessory uses, including patios/decks, shall not cover more than thirty (30) percent of the required rear yard. (6) Satellite receiving dishes. Are allowable as an accessory use provided they comply with

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West Chicago · 9.4.1

Use restrictions

Summary

This section establishes minimum dwelling size requirements based on the number of stories and outlines restrictions for accessory buildings, including height, location, construction timing, use, and yard coverage.

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measured from the outside of the exterior walls including utility rooms but excluding cellars, basements, open porches, breezeways, garages and other spaces that are not used frequently or during extended periods for living, eating or sleeping purposes. (2) Every dwelling of more than one-story hereafter erected shall have a floor area measured from the outside of the exterior walls of not less than nine hundred fifty (950) square feet on the first floor including utility rooms but excluding cellars...Time of construction. No accessory building or structure shall be constructed on any lot prior to the start of construction of the principal building to which it is accessory. (4) Use of accessory building. Use of any accessory structure as a dwelling is strictly prohibited. (5) Yard coverage. Accessory uses, including patios/decks, shall not cover more than thirty (30) percent of the required rear yard. (6) Satellite receiving dishes. Are allowable as an accessory use provided they comply with

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Oak Lawn · 4.5A-3

Site And Structure Requirements

Summary

This section establishes regulations for building height and yard requirements within Oak Lawn's R-1 Single-Family Residence District. It specifies maximum building heights and minimum front yard depths, with exceptions for various lot configurations and projections.

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this title and as provided in section 4-3-2 of this title. D. Lot Coverage: No more than thirty five percent (35%) of the area of the lot may be covered by a dwelling and its accessory buildings; except a corner lot may be covered by a dwelling and its accessory buildings up to forty percent (40%) of the area of the lot. E. Elevations And Facades: No two (2) detached single-family dwellings of substantially similar or identical

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Chicago Ridge · 56.37

Intensity of use; lot coverage

Summary

This section establishes minimum lot dimensions (width and area) for residential buildings based on whether they are interior or corner lots. It also sets maximum lot coverage percentages for dwellings and accessory buildings, with slightly higher allowances for corner lots.

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least 6,250 square feet in area for interior lots and 7,500 square feet in area for corner lots. (b) No more than 35 percent of the area of the lot may be covered by a dwelling and its accessory buildings; except a corner lot may be covered by a dwelling and its accessory buildings up to 40 percent of the area of the lot. (Code 1978, § 5-3-5; Code

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Oak Lawn · 4.5D-4

Site And Structure Requirements

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This section outlines site and structure requirements for the R-4 Townhome Residence District in Oak Lawn, specifying limitations on building height and detailed regulations for front yards, including exceptions for existing development and corner lots.

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this title is hereby incorporated by reference and shall apply equally to all townhomes sought to be constructed. F. Lot Coverage: No more than forty percent (40%) of the area of the lot may be covered by a dwelling and its accessory buildings; except a corner lot may be covered by a dwelling and its accessory buildings up to fifty percent (50%) of the area of the lot. G. Establishment Of Foundation Grades: The top of the foundation wall shall

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Warrenville · 2. Special Accessory Uses

Summary

This section outlines regulations for home occupations in Warrenville, limiting the number of non-resident employees, requiring enclosed structures, prohibiting exterior evidence of the occupation, and setting standards for parking, fire safety, commercial vehicles, floor space, and environmental impact.

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Home Occupations Home occupations as defined herein shall be accessory uses only and shall be governed by the following regulations: 1. Employment Home occupations shall not employ more than 2 persons that are not members of the family, as defined herein, living on the premises. 2. Enclosed Structures Home occupations shall be conducted entirely within enclosed structures, and there shall be no exterior storage of equipment or materials used. 3. No Exterior Evidence There shall be no visible evidence...conform to all other requirements herein: a. art, photography, or crafts studio, b. dressmaking, sewing, and tailoring, c. teaching of music or dancing to no more than 4 pupils at one time and conducted in single-family detached dwellings or their accessory buildings only, d. other teaching or tutoring, limited to 6 pupils at one time in single-family detached dwellings and their accessory buildings and one pupil at a time in all other dwellings, e. writing, editing, composing, painting

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Palos Park · 1286.06 Accessory Buildings, Structures And Uses.

Summary

This section outlines general regulations for accessory buildings, structures, and uses in Palos Park. It establishes rules regarding their construction relative to principal buildings, permitted uses, number, height, setbacks, and placement on various lot types.

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within any easement. (d) Home Occupations . Home occupations shall be allowed as an accessory use, in a residential area, provided the following conditions are met and strictly adhered to: (1) The use shall be conducted entirely within a dwelling or permitted accessory building and carried on by the residents living within the dwelling, and no others. (2) The use shall be clearly incidental and secondary to the use of the dwelling for dwelling purposes, and shall not change the character...premises as a residential dwelling. (3) There shall be no signs, displays or activities that will indicate from the exterior of the primary building that the dwelling and/or any accessory building is being used for any purpose other than residential. (4) There shall be no exterior storage on the premises of business equipment, materials, supplies, raw or finished products, or vehicles used as part of the home occupation. (5) There shall be no storage or use of toxins, explosives

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Franklin Park · 9.10.3

Accessory structures and uses

Summary

This section outlines general regulations for accessory structures and uses in Franklin Park, including requirements for principal building construction, dwelling unit prohibition, setbacks, height limits, and coverage calculations. It also begins to address regulations for amateur radio equipment.

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restricted by specific regulations of this section and Ordinance. 1. No accessory structure may be constructed prior to construction of the principal building to which it is accessory. 2. No accessory structure can be used as a dwelling unit. 3. Detached accessory structures, including those listed in this section and Section 9-10-4, must be setback as follows, unless otherwise permitted or restricted by this Ordinance: a. A minimum of three (3) feet from any interior side or rear...within any principal or ancillary parking lot or parking structure, or gas station. Electric vehicle charging stations may be for public or private use. 2. Private charging stations are permitted as an accessory use to all residential uses to serve the occupants of the dwelling(s) located on that property. 3. Commercial electric vehicle charging stations must be either level 2 charging stations or level 3 fast charging stations, or the equivalent if standard industry categorizations change. 3. Public electric

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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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Porch - open air and attached to the principal building, projecting not more than 6 feet beyond the required front and corner side building setback line. 12. Sheds and storage buildings -- for garden equipment and household items as accessory to dwellings. 13. Steps, open -- necessary for access to and from the dwelling or an accessory building, steps as access to the lot from the street, and in gardens or terraces. 14. Swimming pools, private - where conforming also with other codes

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Roselle · 1.3-B

Definitions

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This section of the Roselle municipal ordinance provides definitions for various zoning-related terms, including 'Abandonment,' 'Accessory building, structure, or use,' 'Adjoining,' and specific definitions for 'Adult regulated uses' such as 'Adult bookstore and/or video store' and 'Adult business use.'

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parking space, garage, dwelling, or other structure. Dwelling. A building, structure, or portion thereof, designed or used exclusively for human habitation. The term shall not be used to describe, portable homes, trailers, or lodging rooms in hotels or motels. Dwelling, accessory. A residential dwelling unit, but not a mobile home, located on the same zoning lot as a single-family dwelling unit, either within the same building as the single-family dwelling unit or in a detached building. Dwelling, single...activity space and access, landscaping, and on-site parking facilities used by customers and employees. Short term rental. An owner occupied single-family residential abode, including townhomes, manner homes, condominiums and row house dwellings, strictly subject to the following terms and conditions, Showroom/Sales area. The accessory area of a business that displays goods sold or produced at the facility so they can be viewed, inspected or purchased by the general public. Sight triangle. A triangular-shaped portion of land bounded

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Riverdale · 17.07.230

R-3 limited general residence district

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This section establishes the R-3 limited general residence district, designed for single-family, two-family, and attached dwellings with limited apartment accommodation and an "owner-occupancy" character. It outlines permitted and conditional uses, along with lot size requirements for various dwelling types and other allowed facilities.

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apartment dwellings while maintaining a low-density "owner-occupancy" flavor. A. Permitted Uses. The following uses are permitted in the R-3 district: 1. Single-family detached dwellings. 2. Single-family attached dwellings. 3. Two-family dwellings. 4. Parks and playgrounds. 5. 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 R-3 district, subject to the provisions...Accessory Uses. Except as indicated below, the yard requirements of the principal uses shall apply to their accessory buildings: Front Interior Side Yard Corner Side Yard Rear Yard Yard Buildings accessory to dwellings 15 ft. 3 ft. 10 ft. 3 ft. *Plus one foot for each two feet by which the building or structure height exceeds fifteen feet. **Plus one foot for each three feet by which the building or structure exceeds twenty-five feet. E. Building Height Limitations

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Hometown · 21.218

General maintenance

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This section establishes minimum standards for the general maintenance of dwellings and dwelling units, requiring them to be kept in good repair, functional, and safe. It details specific requirements for foundations, walls, roofs, and exterior surfaces to ensure they are weathertight, sound, and capable of withstanding the elements.

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necessary while actual repairs or alterations are in process, or during temporary emergencies when discontinuance of service is approved by the Building Commissioner. (B) Foundations, walls and roofs. Every foundation, exterior wall and roof of every dwelling and every accessory structure shall be substantially weathertight, watertight, and rodentproof; shall be capable of affording privacy; shall be kept in sound condition and good repair; shall be kept free of holes or breaks, and of loose or rotting boards, timbers, bricks, stones...adoption of Code (see Ch. 30, General Provisions, Art. 2). be safe to use and capable of supporting the load which normal use may cause to be placed thereon. (C) Exterior surfaces. All exterior surfaces of any dwelling or accessory structure shall be reasonably capable of withstanding the effects of the elements and decay. Any exterior surface which is deteriorated, decaying, disintegrating, or which has weathered with dirt and grime or which has lost its capability to reasonably withstand

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Antioch · 10.5.8

Home Occupations

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This section defines and regulates home occupations, setting standards for their location, operation, extent, and impact on the neighborhood. The goal is to ensure compatibility with residential uses and minimize negative externalities.

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ensure that the home occupancy is compatible with the neighborhood and has no negative externalities on adjacent properties. A. Location: A home occupation may be conducted in any dwelling unit or in any building or structure accessory to the dwelling unit in any zoning district in which dwelling units are permitted. The building in which the home occupation is located shall be subject to the regulations of the zoning district in which it is located. B. Operation: 1. Only residents...shall be limited in extent and shall be incidental and secondary to the use of the property and shall not occupy more than twenty five percent (25%) of the gross floor area of the dwelling unit in which the home occupation is located. An accessory structure may be used for storage related to the home occupancy. 2. The activities caused by or associated with the home occupation shall not alter the residential character of the property or change the residential

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West Chicago · 9.7.1

Use restrictions

Summary

This section of the West Chicago municipal ordinance outlines specific minimum floor area requirements for various types of dwelling structures, including single-family, two-family, multiple-family, independent senior housing, and assisted/supportive housing units. It also establishes height and setback restrictions for accessory uses.

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have a minimum total floor area per dwelling unit of not less than: a. Studio units: Three hundred fifty (350) square feet/dwelling unit b. One (1) bedroom units: Four hundred seventy-five (475) square feet/dwelling unit c. Two (2) bedroom units: Six hundred fifty (650) square feet/dwelling unit For the purposes this subsection, assisted/supportive living facilities shall have common areas totaling not less than forty (40) percent of its building area. (B) Accessory uses: (1) Height. No accessory use shall...area. No part of an accessory building shall be located in any part of the side yard. (3) Yard coverage. Accessory uses shall not cover more than thirty (30) percent of the rear yard. (4) Use as dwelling. Use of any accessory structure as a dwelling is strictly prohibited. (5) Satellite receiving dishes. Are allowable as an accessory use provided they comply with all accessory building requirements. (C) Only one (1) principal building may be erected

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Elmhurst · 22.90

R2—Single-family residence district

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This section establishes the R2 Single-Family Residence District, designed for existing neighborhoods with smaller lots. It outlines permitted uses, including single-family dwellings and accessory uses, and lists conditional uses such as assisted living facilities and educational institutions.

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district. (a) Permitted Uses. The following uses are permitted in the R2 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) Accessory uses and buildings, incidental to and on the same zoning lot as a principal use, as follows: (A) Garages and carports. (B) Greenhouses and conservatories, private (non-commercial). (C) Home occupations. (D) Outdoor storage of building materials and equipment...building or structure height exceeds twenty (20) feet. (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 not less than fifty (50) feet from the nearest residential property line and such setback area shall not be used for parking (f) Building Height

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Elmhurst · 22.88

R1—Single-family residence district

Summary

This section establishes the R1 Single-Family Residence District, outlining permitted uses like single-family dwellings and accessory buildings, and lists conditional uses such as assisted living, educational institutions, and public utilities.

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incompatible uses. (a) Permitted Uses. The following uses are permitted in the R1 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) Accessory uses and buildings, incidental to and on the same zoning lot as a principal use, as follows: (A) Garages and carports. (B) Greenhouses and conservatories, private (non-commercial). (C) Home occupations. (D) Outdoor storage of building materials...building or structure height exceeds twenty (20) feet. (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 10 percent lot width** 15 ft. 5 ft. Stadiums and grandstands in athletic fields Shall be located not less than fifty (50) feet from the nearest residential property line and such setback area shall not be used for parking. ** Unless

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