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Glenwood · 10.33

Persons not entitled to license

Summary

This section outlines various disqualifications for obtaining a retail license in Glenwood, including non-residency, poor character, felony convictions, past license revocations, and certain business structures or personnel lacking eligibility. It also requires managers and agents to meet the same qualifications as the licensee.

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village board of trustees, any member of a village board of trustees, or any president or member of a county board; and no such official shall be interested directly in the manufacture, sale or distribution of alcoholic liquor, except that license may be granted to such official in relation to premises which are not located within the territory subject to the jurisdiction of that official if the issuance of such license is approved by the state liquor control commission...person not eligible for a state retail liquor dealer's license. (16) Any person whose place of business is within 200 feet of any church or school. (17) Any person whose place of business which is to be operated under such license is located on property not zoned for the retail sale or distribution of alcoholic liquor under the zoning ordinance of the village. (18) A person who is not a beneficial owner of the business to be operated
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Darien · 3.3.7.6

Class F License

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This section outlines the regulations for a Class F liquor license in Darien, specifying that it permits the retail sale of beer and wine for on-premises or carryout consumption, accessory to food service, with restrictions on serving locations, delivery, and operating hours. Notably, these licenses are intended for establishments catering to elementary-aged schoolchildren and their families.

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holder or his employees with carryout orders shall not be permitted under a Class F license. (D)   It shall be unlawful for any person to sell or offer for sale beer or wine in conjunction with a Class F liquor license between one o'clock (1:00) A.M. and eleven o'clock (11:00) A.M., except on Sundays when it shall be unlawful for anyone to sell or offer for sale beer or wine under a Class F liquor license...clock (1:00) A.M. and twelve o'clock (12:00) noon. The Commissioner may extend the hours for lawful sale and service of beer and wine on special occasions such as New Year's Eve. (E)   A Class F liquor license, where issued, shall be for an establishment which caters principally to elementary aged schoolchildren and their families. Entertainment in the form of theatrical or musical presentations directed toward children and their families shall be permitted within such an establishment
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Skokie · 10.11

Consumption in parking lot adjacent to licensed establishment

Summary

This ordinance prohibits the consumption of alcoholic beverages in parking lots or open areas adjacent to establishments with liquor licenses, with exceptions for permitted outdoor dining or special events. Licensees are responsible for enforcing this rule and must post a sign indicating the prohibition.

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parking lots. No person shall consume alcoholic beverages in any parking lot or open area adjacent to any establishment operating with a liquor license. For the purposes of this section, "open area" shall not include those areas wherein outdoor dining, or special event, is operating under a valid permit from the Village. (b) Responsibility of owner and/or manager. It shall be unlawful for any licensee, or officer, associate, member, representative, agent or employee of such licensee, to permit the consumption...alcoholic beverages in violation of this Section 10-11. (c) Posting of signs. Any licensee operating an establishment with a liquor license must post the following sign on the property where the establishment is located. PURSUANT TO SECTION 10-11 OF THE SKOKIE VILLAGE CODE, IT IS UNLAWFUL TO CONSUME ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES IN ANY PARKING LOT OR OPEN AREA ADJACENT TO AN ESTABLISHMENT OPERATING WITH A LIQUOR LICENSE
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Park Ridge · 12.6.15

VIOLATIONS; ENFORCEMENT

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This section outlines the process for enforcing violations of Park Ridge's liquor regulations. It details how violations are reported, charges are served, hearings are conducted, and penalties like fines, suspensions, or revocations are imposed on licensees and individuals.

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Commissioner may fine and/or suspend and/or revoke the liquor license, permit or endorsement of any Licensee that the Commissioner determines has violated any City regulation or other law of any kind or nature if the violation is related to the operation of the licensed premises. In addition, the Commissioner may fine any individual that the Commissioner determines has violated any provision of this chapter even if that individual is not a Licensee. The procedure for declaring and enforcing such fine...Commissioner may enter a default order against the Licensee. E. If the Commissioner sustains the charge or any portion of it either after default, hearing or Disposition Conference, the Commissioner may, by written order, suspend or revoke the liquor license and/or may fine the Licensee. The fine may be in addition to a revocation or suspension. If the Commissioner decides to suspend the license, the term of the suspension shall be within the discretion of the Commissioner. F. If, after
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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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counter, retail sales of food items may occur. A caterer may serve alcoholic liquors for consumption at private functions either on site or off site as an incidental part of food service with an appropriate Village of Morton Grove liquor license. CELLAR: The portion of a building having one-half (1/2) or more than one-half (1/2) of its clear floor to ceiling height below the average grade of the adjoining ground (see also definition of Basement). CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY...room allows customers to taste samples of products manufactured on site and purchase related sales items. Sales of alcohols manufactured outside the facility are prohibited, unless otherwise permitted through application for and issuance of appropriate Village of Morton Grove liquor license. MICRODISTILLERY: A facility that produces alcoholic beverages in quantities not to exceed five thousand (5,000) gallons per year and includes an accessory tasting room. A tasting room allows customers to taste samples of products manufactured on site
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Third Lake · 4.4

License required

Summary

This section requires a local retail liquor dealer's license to sell, offer for sale, deliver, or keep alcoholic liquor for retail sale within the Village of Third Lake, unless exempted by the Liquor Control Act of 1934. It also prohibits selling or delivering alcoholic liquor in violation of the terms of such a license.

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5/1-1 et seq., it is unlawful to sell or offer for sale at retail, to deliver or to keep with the intention of selling at retail or delivering alcoholic liquor within the village without having a local retail liquor dealer's license. Further, it is unlawful to sell or offer for sale at retail or to deliver alcoholic liquor within the village in violation of the terms of a local retail liquor dealer's license issued by the village
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Summit · 5.2.5

Request For Hearing; Procedure

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This section outlines the procedure for applicants restricted by subsection 5-2-4(D) to request a hearing before the liquor commissioner to prove rehabilitation for a liquor license. It details the burden of proof, types of evidence, and a required fee for the petition.

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shall render a decision after the hearing is concluded without unreasonable delay. The petitioner shall have the burden of establishing, by a preponderance of the evidence, that the applicant has been sufficiently rehabilitated for the issuance of a liquor license. The evidence to be presented by petitioner shall consist, in whole or in part, of the following: criminal record; academic/employment histories; testimony from the applicant; testimony from any corporate officer, agent or employee of the business establishment seeking the liquor...burden hereunder. The liquor commissioner shall, in his or her discretion, determine whether or not the petitioner has met the burden of proof applicable hereunder. Any petition for a rehabilitation hearing filed by or on behalf of a liquor license applicant subject to the restrictions of subsection 5-2-4(D) of this chapter shall be accompanied by a fee of seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00). All fees shall be paid to the village clerk
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Pingree Grove · 4.2.1

Definitions

Summary

This section defines terms used within the chapter, focusing on "Adult Business" and "Alcohol." It provides detailed criteria for what constitutes an adult business, including specific types of performances and content.

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beer, and every liquid or solid, patented or not, containing alcohol, spirits, wine and beer, and capable of being consumed as a beverage by a human being. APPLICANT: The person or persons filing an application for an alcoholic liquor license, and in the case of a partnership or corporation or other business entity, it includes all of the partners, officers and/or directors of the business entity. BED AND BREAKFAST: A business lawfully operated out of a residential structure with...employees), or other similar areas, and excluding restrooms, storage areas or other areas not normally accessible to the public, checkout counters and related checkout or queue areas. LICENSEE: Any person, firm, corporation, partnership or club holding an alcoholic liquor license under the provisions of this chapter. LIVE ENTERTAINMENT: Performance, act or display of musicians, singers, magic acts, clowns, dancers or comedians that does not include sexually suggestive acts or routines. MICROBREWERY: Any place or establishment that engages in the production
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Wheeling · 4.32.055

Internal changes within corporation

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This section requires corporations holding a liquor license in Wheeling to report significant changes in stock ownership to the commission within five days of the acquisition. Failure to comply can result in the revocation of the liquor license.

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Each corporation holding a liquor license shall report to the commission, in writing, the name and address, not previously reported, of any person who acquires in excess of five percent of the total issued and outstanding stock of the corporation, together with the dates of such acquisition. In addition, each corporation holding a liquor license shall report the name and address of any person previously holding in excess of five percent of the issued and outstanding stock of the corporation...issued and outstanding stock of the corporation. The aforesaid report(s) shall be made within five days following such acquisition. Failure to report to the commission, as above required, shall be grounds for the revocation of the corporation's liquor license by the commission upon proof of such violation established at a hearing called by the commission in the manner hereinafter provided
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Maple Park · 4.2.25

Penalty

Summary

This section outlines penalties for violations of the liquor control chapter in Maple Park. It distinguishes penalties for non-licensees, which are tied to section 1-4-1 and accrue daily, and tiered fines for liquor license holders, with potential license suspension or other legal actions in addition to fines.

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person, partnership, corporation, not for profit association or other organization, other than the holder of the liquor license under this chapter, who violates, disobeys, omits, neglects or refuses to comply with, or resists the enforcement of, any provision of this chapter, shall be subject to a penalty as provided in section 1-4-1 of this Code for each offense, and each day upon which such violation continues shall constitute a separate offense. B. Any holder of a liquor license...second violation within a 12-month period, and $2,500.00 for the third or subsequent violation within a 12-month period. The assessment of a fine shall not preclude, in addition, the suspension of the licensee's liquor license as provided for in this chapter or any other enforcement action or remedy against the licensee as shall be authorized by this Code
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Schaumburg · 112.60

MANDATORY ALCOHOL AWARENESS TRAINING

Summary

This section mandates that all individuals serving or selling alcoholic liquor must complete a state-sponsored alcohol awareness training program. Liquor license holders are prohibited from allowing employees to serve or sell alcohol without proof of this training.

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persons serving or selling alcoholic liquor shall have successfully completed a state sponsored alcohol awareness training program. (A) It shall be unlawful for any person to serve or sell alcoholic liquor in a licensed liquor establishment unless the person shall have completed state sponsored alcohol awareness training. (B) It shall be unlawful for any liquor license holder to permit any person to serve or sell alcohol without having proof of attending state sponsored alcohol awareness training. (Ord. 16-081, passed
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Hawthorn Woods · 3.3.4

License Required

Summary

This section mandates that any sale, offer for sale, or delivery of alcoholic liquor at retail within Hawthorn Woods requires a local retail liquor dealer's license. It also prohibits violations of the terms of such a license.

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control act, it shall be unlawful to sell or offer for sale at retail, to deliver or to keep with the intention of selling at retail or delivering alcoholic liquor within the village without having a local retail liquor dealer's license. Further, it shall be unlawful to sell or offer for sale at retail or to deliver alcoholic liquor within the village in violation of the terms of a local retail liquor dealer's license issued by the village
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Willowbrook · 3.12.4

License Required

Summary

This section requires anyone selling, offering for sale, or delivering alcoholic liquor at retail within Willowbrook to possess a local retail liquor dealer's license. It also prohibits sales or deliveries that violate the terms of such a license.

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Control Act, it shall be unlawful to sell or offer for sale at retail, to deliver or to keep with the intention of selling at retail or delivering alcoholic liquor within the Village without having a local retail liquor dealer's license. Further, it shall be unlawful to sell or offer for sale at retail or to deliver alcoholic liquor within the Village in violation of the terms of a local retail liquor dealer's license issued by the Village
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Hoffman Estates · 8.3.27

Revocation and regulations

Summary

This section grants the Commission the authority to revoke retail liquor dealer licenses for violations of state liquor laws. It also states that all liquor licenses and distributors are subject to commission-imposed regulations.

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Commission may revoke any retail liquor dealer's license for any violation of any State law pertaining to the sale of alcoholic liquor. All licenses and distributors of alcoholic liquor are subject to such regulations that the Commission may impose
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Orland Park · 7.4.25

Revocation Of License; Notice; Hearing

Summary

This section outlines the process by which the Local Liquor Control Commissioner can suspend, revoke, or fine licensees for violations of liquor laws. It details the notice and hearing requirements for such actions, with provisions for immediate closure in cases of immediate community welfare threats.

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Local Liquor Control Commissioner may suspend for not more than thirty (30) days, revoke any license issued pursuant to the provisions of this Chapter, or issue fines to any licensee if he determines that the licensee has violated any of the provisions of the Liquor Control Act of the State of Illinois or the provisions...this Chapter or any applicable rules or regulations established by the Illinois Liquor Control Commission or any applicable rules or regulations established by said Local Liquor Control Commissioner. Fine amounts are in the discretion of the Local Liquor Control Commissioner. No such license shall be revoked or suspended except after a public hearing by the Local Liquor Control Commissioner with a three (3) day written notice sent to the licensee prior to the hearing affording said licensee an opportunity
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Orland Park · 7.4.25

Revocation Of License; Notice; Hearing

Summary

This section outlines the process by which the Local Liquor Control Commissioner can suspend, revoke, or fine licensees for violations of liquor laws. It details the notice and hearing requirements for such actions, with provisions for immediate closure in cases of immediate community welfare threats.

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Local Liquor Control Commissioner may suspend for not more than thirty (30) days, revoke any license issued pursuant to the provisions of this Chapter, or issue fines to any licensee if he determines that the licensee has violated any of the provisions of the Liquor Control Act of the State of Illinois or the provisions...this Chapter or any applicable rules or regulations established by the Illinois Liquor Control Commission or any applicable rules or regulations established by said Local Liquor Control Commissioner. Fine amounts are in the discretion of the Local Liquor Control Commissioner. No such license shall be revoked or suspended except after a public hearing by the Local Liquor Control Commissioner with a three (3) day written notice sent to the licensee prior to the hearing affording said licensee an opportunity
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Morton Grove · 4.6D-10

Bond Required; Amount; Conditions

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This section requires licensees with a recent liquor license revocation or suspension to obtain a $2,000 surety bond. The bond ensures compliance with liquor laws and payment of fines, and will be forfeited and sued upon for non-payment of fines or license revocation.

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licensee who has had a liquor license revoked or suspended within the last three (3) years shall, as a condition of obtaining or retaining a liquor license from the Village, obtain a surety bond in the sum of two thousand dollars ($2,000.00) with a solvent surety company licensed to do business in the State of Illinois, and approved by the liquor commissioner. The bond shall be made payable to the Village and conditioned on the faithful observance...assessed against the licensee by the local liquor control commissioner for the violation of any of the provisions of this chapter. If a licensee shall be fined and fails to pay the fine, or the license shall be revoked by the liquor commissioner and no appeal is taken from such, the order or any appeal taken therefrom is decided adversely to the licensee, the bond shall be forfeited and the liquor commissioner may institute suit on such bond
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Minooka · 3.4.8

Term Of License, Fee Adjustments, Rebates And Disposition

Summary

This section outlines the duration of liquor licenses, which are generally one year and valid from May 1 to April 30, with prorated fees for new licenses issued after the first quarter of the fiscal year. It also details how credits are applied to new license fees when a previous license is voluntarily surrendered.

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third quarter of any fiscal year and one-fourth (1/4) of the annual fee set forth for new licenses applied for during the last quarter of any fiscal year. In the event any licensee shall voluntarily surrender a liquor license prior to the expiration of its term, and a subsequent liquor license of any class shall be issued to any other person for the same premises during the same fiscal year, the village shall give a credit upon the required...license fees, and no credit shall be given in the event a first license for any given premises is revoked during any portion of any fiscal year. C.   Payment Of Fees; Disposition: All license fees shall be paid to the local liquor control commissioner at the time the application is made and shall be forthwith turned over to the village treasurer. In the event the license applied for is denied, the fee shall be returned to the applicant
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Calumet City · 6.83

Limitation of number of licenses

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This section establishes limitations on the total number of specific liquor license classifications that can be issued in Calumet City. It also outlines procedures for obtaining a Class "B-E" entertainment license, which is non-transferable and requires aldermanic approval.

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renewal of such present license. Any licensee who forfeits his license through revocation, expiration or cessation for any other cause shall not be reissued such license at any time. (c) The holder of a valid Class "B" liquor license may apply to the mayor as local liquor control commissioner to be issued a Class "B-E" license which shall authorize the furnishing of entertainment on the specified premises. The mayor may cause an investigation and may conduct a hearing...holder of a Class "B-E" license shall only furnish entertainment of the same type as permitted at the time of issuance of said license unless approval is received from the mayor as local liquor control commissioner. A Class "B-E" license is not transferable. (Code
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Inverness · 3.1.10

Revocation Or Suspension Of License

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This section outlines the process by which the liquor control commissioner can revoke or suspend a liquor license due to violations. It details the requirements for public hearings, written notice, and the opportunity for licensees to defend themselves, with provisions for immediate closure in cases of imminent community welfare threats.

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liquor control commissioner may revoke or suspend any license issued by him if he determines that the licensee has violated any of the provisions of "an act relating to alcoholic liquors", as amended, or of any valid ordinance or resolution adopted by the board of trustees of the village or any provisions of this code or applicable rules or regulations established by the liquor control commissioner which are not inconsistent with law. However, no such license shall be so revoked...public hearing by the liquor control commissioner with a three (3) day written notice to the licensee affording said licensee an opportunity to appear and defend; provided, however, that if the liquor control commissioner has reason to believe that any continued operation of a particular licensed premises will immediately threaten the welfare of the community he may, upon the issuance of a written order stating the reason for such conclusion and without notice or hearing, order the licensed premises closed
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Mundelein · 5.76.120

Transferability

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This section establishes that liquor licenses are generally not transferable, with exceptions made for the legal representatives of deceased, bankrupt, or insolvent owners. It outlines the process for such transfers, including written assignments and conditional approval by the local liquor control commissioner, and details prorated fee adjustments and a transfer fee.

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Except as otherwise provided in this chapter, a liquor license is not transferable. The owner, or legal representative of a deceased, bankrupt or insolvent owner of a retail liquor license issued hereunder, may transfer and assign the privilege to the renewal or reissuance of such license. All such assignments shall be in writing, shall be signed by the assignor, and shall be filed with the local liquor control commissioner. The applicant for such reissued license may first file his application...have it passed upon conditionally by the local liquor control commissioner before filing such assignment and depositing the old license for cancellation. In the event of such a transfer or assignment during the twelve-month period beginning on any May 1 and ending on the following April 30, and upon the payment by the transferee or assignee of the prorated license fee pursuant to Section 5.76.060 of this chapter, the transferor or assignor shall be refunded the unused portion
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Lake Barrington · 2.3.10

Fingerprinting And Financial Statements

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This section allows the Local Liquor Control Commissioner to require fingerprinting of liquor license applicants (individuals, partnerships, corporate officers/major stockholders, LLC members/managers) and to demand financial statements demonstrating the applicant's ability to conduct the business.

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Local Liquor Control Commissioner may require any applicant for a new liquor license or any applicant for a renewal of a liquor license: A.   Fingerprinting: To be fingerprinted, whether said applicant is an individual or a partnership. If the applicant is a corporation, the Local Liquor Control Commissioner may, within his or her discretion, require each of the officers, manager or director thereof or any stockholder or stockholders owning in the aggregate of more than five percent
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Waukegan · 3.21

Allowed areas; restricted uses

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This section outlines the requirements for liquor license issuance in Waukegan, prohibiting licenses for businesses violating zoning ordinances and restricting retail sales of alcohol within 100 feet of certain sensitive uses, with specific exceptions for existing or previously licensed premises.

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liquor license shall be issued only to businesses whose uses are not in violation of the Waukegan Zoning Ordinance. (b) No license shall be issued for the sale at retail of any alcoholic liquor within 100 feet of the following restricted uses; a house of worship, grade school, middle school, alternative school or high school, hospital, or home for indigent persons. The distance of 100 feet shall be measured from the principal entrance used for ingress and egress of both...renewal of an existing license that has been continuously maintained prior to the establishment of the restricted use; and (2) the issuance of a new license for a premises which was previously issued and maintained a valid liquor license notwithstanding the proximity of a restricted use. The authority to issue a license in these circumstances is granted pursuant to Section 6-11(a-5) of the Illinois Liquor Control Act (235 ILCS 5/6-11
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Huntley · 110.014

Drinking in public places

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This section prohibits open drinking of alcoholic liquor in public places within Huntley, with an exception for Designated Outdoor Refreshment Areas (DORA) during specially designated community events. Registered businesses within the DORA may sell alcohol for off-premises consumption during these events.

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events. In order to register, a business must: (a) Submit a written application to the Village to register for the DORA program, which application shall be in the form prescribed by the Village; (b) Hold a current, valid Village liquor license that authorizes retail sales of alcoholic liquor at the registered business premises; and (c) Execute a DORA program participation agreement in a form prescribed by the Village, which shall, at a minimum, provide that the registered business agrees...Strictly comply with this chapter, all DORA program rules and regulations established by the Village, and all other applicable local, State, and Federal statutes, ordinances, regulations, and permit requirements, including all requirements and conditions of the registered business' State liquor license. (3) Public possession of open containers and consumption of alcoholic liquor within DORA shall be limited to individuals wearing a Village-approved DORA wristband and to liquor that are either: (a) Purchased from a registered business premises
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Tinley Park · 112.44

Sales In Certain Areas Prohibited

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This section prohibits the issuance of licenses for the retail sale of alcoholic liquor within 100 feet of certain institutions like churches, schools, and hospitals, with specific exemptions and measurement guidelines. It also prohibits sales where the majority of customers are minors or the principal business involves items for minors.

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other than the sale or consumption of alcoholic liquors. (D)   Nothing in this section shall prohibit a church or church affiliated school from locating within 100 feet of a property for which there is a pre-existing license to sell alcoholic liquor at retail. In these instances, the Plan Commission may, by ordinance adopted simultaneously...with the granting of an initial special use zoning permit for the church or church affiliated school, provide that the 100-foot restriction in this section shall not apply to that church or church affiliated school and future retail liquor licenses. (Ord. 2021-O-086, passed 12-7-21) Penalty
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