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Carpentersville · 5.12.180

Retail sales of alcoholic liquor near churches, schools, etc

Summary

This section prohibits the issuance of liquor retail licenses for premises located within 100 feet of churches, schools (excluding higher education), hospitals, homes for the aged or veterans, or military/naval stations. It also allows these institutions to voluntarily locate near liquor license holders and defines how distances are measured. An exemption process is available through the liquor control commissioner.

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license shall be issued for the sale at retail of any alcoholic liquor for any premises located within one hundred (100) feet of any church, school other than an institution of higher learning, hospital, home for aged persons or for veterans, their spouses or children, or any military...naval stations. However, a church, school, hospital, home for aged persons or for veterans, their spouses or children, any military or naval stations, may be permitted to voluntarily locate within one hundred (100) feet of a holder of a liquor license. In determining the distance provided for in this section, the boundaries of the lot, parcel or land upon which a church, school, hospital or home as defined in this chapter, shall be construed as being the point from which

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Bartlett · 3.3.6

Insurance Requirements

Summary

This section mandates liquor liability insurance for most licensees, requiring specific coverage limits and endorsements naming the village and its officials as additional insureds. It also requires owners/landlords and tenants liability insurance and details cancellation notice requirements, with exceptions for Class D licenses where the liquor commissioner has discretion over insurance amounts.

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licensees shall have in effect, prior to the issuance of any new license or the renewal of any license hereunder, liquor liability insurance with a common law liquor liability endorsement under which the village, its local liquor commissioner, president and board of trustees, all of its elected or appointed officials, employees and any volunteer while acting on behalf of the village and the licensee are named additional insureds, with limits of not less than five hundred thousand dollars...amount of not less than five hundred thousand dollars ($500,000.00) combined single limit or five hundred thousand dollars ($500,000.00) per occurrence and per aggregate. This section shall not apply to class D licenses. In the case of class D licensees, the local liquor commissioner may allow insurance in such lesser amounts as he or she deems appropriate, based upon the conditions and circumstances surrounding the sale of alcoholic liquor by such licensee

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Berkeley · 4.2.13

Regulations Regarding Video Gaming Terminals

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This section prohibits the operation of video gaming terminals (VGTs) without proper state and local approvals, including permit stickers for both establishments and operators. It also outlines regulations for licensed establishments, such as display requirements for permits, limitations on the number of VGTs, and age restrictions for patrons and employees overseeing VGT areas.

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time to time, which are hereby incorporated by reference into this chapter. 7. The licensed premises shall be video recorded pursuant to this chapter. 8. Any violation of this section shall be cause for the immediate suspension of the liquor license for the licensed premises, and such suspension shall remain in effect until the licensee demonstrates that he is in full compliance with this section. 9. Any licensee that has had his or her license revoked or suspended...village or by the Illinois State Liquor Control Commission or has his or her video gaming license revoked or suspended by the Illinois gaming board shall automatically have his or her village-issued supplemental video gaming establishment permit and village-issued video gaming terminal establishment permit stickers revoked or suspended for the same time period as his or her liquor and/or gaming board permit sticker suspended, whichever the case may be. 10. Every video gaming terminal that does not have

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Bolingbrook · 6.110

Definitions

Summary

This section defines key terms related to alcoholic beverage sales tax, including consumer, liquor establishment, owner, and packaged liquor, for use within this article.

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this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning: Consumer means a person who seeks the privilege of purchasing alcoholic liquor at retail at any liquor establishment. Liquor establishment means any premises required to obtain a retail liquor license pursuant to this chapter and any premises that may sell alcoholic liquor at retail without a village license. Owner means any person having a sufficient proprietary interest in conducting the operation of a liquor establishment so as to entitle

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Westmont · 10.32

Applications for license, contents; fee

Summary

This section outlines the required information and documentation for applications for retail liquor licenses in Westmont. It details the personal and business information needed from various applicant types, including individuals, partnerships, LLCs, corporations, and clubs.

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conducted by the village police department, for the managers of liquor sales, sales clerks, security personnel, bartenders and servers for the licensed premises, as required under section 10-81(c). (11) For any application for a license for retail sale of alcoholic liquor for consumption on the premises, except for a class 7 or class 13 license, a floor plan, drawn to scale, and with sufficient detail to depict type of seating; number of seats; location, type and number...bars; location, size and design of area in which any entertainment will be offered; and other design features of the premises to be licensed. (12) Evidence, satisfactory to the local liquor commissioner, that such applicant is covered by a policy of dram shop insurance, issued by a responsible insurance company authorized and licensed to do business in the state, insuring such applicant against liability which such applicant may incur under the provision of 235 ILCS 5/6-21. (13) For any application

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Brookfield · 6.102

Class S, S1 and Class S2 subsidiary licenses

Summary

This section establishes Class S, S1, and S2 subsidiary licenses for off-premises retail alcohol sales, contingent on a primary license, and outlines specific operating hours for these subsidiary licenses.

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Class 1 through 7, Class 9 through 12, or Class 14 license is revoked, the Class S, S1 or Class S2 subsidiary license shall also be revoked. (c) For holders of Class S or Class S1 subsidiary license, hours during which no liquor shall be sold shall be as follows: (1) For every day except Friday, Saturday, Sunday and legal holidays, between 10:00 p.m. and 11:00 a.m. (2) On Friday, Saturday and legal holidays, between...Sundays, between 10:00 p.m. and 11:00 a.m. (d) For holders of a Class S2 subsidiary license, the hours during which no liquor shall be sold shall be the same as the regular Class 1 through 7 license issued to the licensee. (Ord. No. 2014-26, § 3, 5-12-2014; Ord. No. 2025-44, § 2, 7-28-2025) Editor's note— Ord. No. 2014-26, § 2, adopted May 12, 2014, amended § 6-102 in its entirety to read

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Kenilworth · 116.074

Sales Promotions

Summary

This section prohibits various sales promotions for alcoholic liquor by local licensees, including buy-one-get-one deals, unlimited drink offers, and games involving drinking. However, it allows for exceptions such as free food, inclusion in meal packages, and specific party package sales with defined conditions.

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local liquor licensees shall maintain a schedule of prices for all drinks of alcoholic liquor to be served and consumed on the licensed premises. (B) It is unlawful for any local liquor licensee, or any employee or agent thereof, to: (1) Sell more than one drink of alcoholic liquor for the price of one drink of alcoholic liquor; (2) Sell, offer to sell, or serve to any person an unlimited number of drinks of alcoholic liquor during any set period...manner; (c) the drink of alcoholic liquor is not discounted between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and the licensed premises' closing hour; and (d) notice of the discount of the drink of alcoholic liquor during a specified time is posted on the licensed premises or on the licensee's publicly available website at least seven days prior to the specified time. (D) Notwithstanding any provision of this chapter to the contrary, it is unlawful to sell or serve

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Wood Dale · 5.203

Powers Of Local Liquor Control Commissioner

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This section outlines the powers of the local liquor control commissioner in Wood Dale, granting them authority over the issuance, suspension, and revocation of liquor licenses (excluding manufacturing, distribution, and transportation). It also details their duties in setting licensing procedures, receiving complaints, and conducting investigations.

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appoint one or more persons to assist him in the exercise of such powers and the performance of such duties as he may deem necessary. D. To adopt application forms, procedures, rules and regulations for the licensing and operating of retail liquor establishments: 1. To ensure compliance with the laws relating to the sale of alcoholic liquor; 2. To protect the health, safety and welfare of the people of the city; and 3. To foster and promote temperance...foreign corporation functioning as a club in Illinois under a certificate of authority issued under that act has violated this article and/or the liquor control act 2 by selling or offering for sale at retail alcoholic liquors without a retailer's license and/or a local license issued pursuant to this chapter

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Oak Brook · 4.1.16.8

Class A-4 License Regulations

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This section outlines specific conditions and requirements for Class A-4 liquor licenses in Oak Brook, focusing on site plans, lease agreements, insurance, and operational policies for both restaurant and adjacent retail service areas.

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Building Inspections Supervisor. 3. One partially consumed bottle of wine may be taken outside the restaurant area and the retail service area if it has been sealed in compliance with section 6-33 of the Liquor Control Act of 1934 1 . 4. The license holder shall...required to provide a visually distinct and branded non-transferable wristband, bracelet, or similar item to persons seeking to consume alcoholic beverages within the retail service area prior to such persons exiting the restaurant area with alcoholic liquor. 5. The license holder shall only serve alcoholic liquor for consumption within the retail service area in glassware or containers having a tag or other feature making them visually distinct from merchandise in the retail service area. 6. Alcoholic liquor served

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Evergreen Park · 3.61

Suspension Or Revocation

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This section outlines the procedures and powers related to the suspension or revocation of liquor licenses in Evergreen Park. It details the role of the village attorney, the commissioner's authority for suspension, revocation, fines, and mandatory training, and the appeal process.

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local commissioner in making findings and determinations. (b) The local liquor control commissioner shall have the power to suspend any license for a period of not to exceed 60 days. In the case of revocation of any license, the local liquor control commissioner shall have the power to allow the use of the premises for the sale of alcoholic liquors after 90 days from the date of such revocation upon his determination that the public good will be served...BASSET) program, whether or not a formal charge has been filed with respect to a violation. Failure to complete the BASSET program as required by the local liquor control commissioner shall be grounds for suspension or revocation of a liquor license

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Wilmette · 10.21

Hours of sale

Summary

This section establishes permitted hours of sale for various classes of liquor licenses in Wilmette, with specific exceptions and adjustments for special zoning districts and package sales.

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Permitted hours of sale. Subject to the provisions of subsections (b) through (d) of this section, the permitted hours of sale for each class of liquor license shall be as set forth in the table below. CLASS OF LICENSE PERMITTED HOURS OF SALE A, A-1, B, B-1, C, C-1, C-B, C-B-1, D, D-1, E, J, J-1, K, L, M, N, O, P, W, Z Sunday through Thursday...following the opening time. For example, when open on Fridays, a Class A licensee must cease selling alcoholic liquor by 1:00 a.m. Saturday morning. (b) Special hours for the Class NR zoning district. For all liquor licenses held by businesses located within the NR Zoning District, except for Classes D and E, the hours of permitted sale shall be 11:00 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. (c) Package sales for Class

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Wonder Lake · 111.13

CONDITIONS OF LICENSE

Summary

This section outlines the conditions for liquor sales licenses in Wonder Lake, specifically detailing permitted hours of sale for various license classes and prohibiting drive-through sales and peddling of alcoholic beverages.

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peddle alcoholic liquor in the Village, and except in the case of a sale by a manufacturer to a consumer as provided in the state Liquor Control Act (235 ILCS), all sales shall be made on the licensed premises. 3. Drive-through liquor sales; possession of alcohol in public places: a. No drive-through liquor sales for any class of liquor sales are allowed. b. It shall be unlawful for any person...public right-of-way or other government-owned property, or in any area other than on private property within the village, or on property zoned and occupied for residential purposes or public areas holding a valid village liquor license for outside service of alcohol or a special events license, to possess and alcoholic beverage outside of a completely enclosed building, unless said beverage is in the original package with the seal unbroken (see subsection Q-2 of this chapter

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North Riverside · 5.02.160

Beer garden license

Summary

This section of the North Riverside municipal ordinance requires a beer garden license for operating a beer garden, outlining specific requirements for fencing, access, noise control, and application procedures, including fees and renewal terms.

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License Required. No person shall hereafter keep, maintain, conduct or operate any beer garden as defined in Section 5.02.010 without first obtaining a beer garden license. B. Requirements. 1. A permanent fence, not less than six feet in height (unless variance is granted), designed with the approval of the local liquor control commissioner, must enclose the whole area in which alcoholic liquors are served, poured, mixed or consumed (must be in conformance with the zoning ordinance). 2. Access...beer garden shall be permitted, maintained, or operated except on conformity of the following regulations: 1. A description of the beer garden area shall be included in the application and license for a Class A and Class A-1 liquor license. 2. Beer gardens shall close and remain closed during the hours of twelve a.m. and seven a.m. E. Penalties. Any violations of this section may result in the suspension or revocation of any liquor license for such premises

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Matteson · 111.45

Class “G” Club License

Summary

This section defines the Class 'G' club license, authorizing retail sales of alcoholic liquors on-premises and package sales to members only. It also establishes specific hours of operation, including restrictions on Sunday sales and an extended closing hour for New Year's Eve.

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Class “G” club license shall authorize the retail sale of alcoholic liquors by a club for the use or consumption on the premises permanently occupied by the club. Class “G” license shall also authorize the sale of alcoholic liquors in package form to members only. The annual license fee for such club license is $900, payable annually in advance. (B) It shall be unlawful for holders of Class “G” licenses to sell or offer for sale at retail any alcoholic...liquor in the village between the hours of 1:00 a.m. and 5:00 a.m., except on Sunday. However, it shall be lawful for holders of Class “G” licenses to sell of offer for sale at retail any alcoholic liquor in the village until 2:00 a.m. on Saturday. (C) It shall be unlawful to sell or offer for sale at retail any alcoholic liquor in the village, between the hours

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Maywood · 117.03

Local Liquor Control Commission

Summary

This section establishes the Local Liquor Control Commission, outlining its membership, the role of the Local Liquor Control Commissioner (the President of the Board of Trustees), and the commission's duties. These duties include reviewing liquor license applications, keeping meeting records, and performing other tasks as directed by the Commissioner.

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presiding over meetings conducted by the Commission. (C) Powers/duties. The Local Liquor Control Commission shall have and exercise the following duties as directed by the Local Liquor Control Commissioner: (1) To review applications and the investigation of applicants for liquor licenses, and to submit findings and recommendations to the Local Liquor Control Commissioner either through an oral vote or by setting forth in writing its conclusions regarding such applications; (2) To keep written records of its meetings and proceedings which...shall be open for public inspection in accordance with the Freedom of Information Act; and (3) Such other duties as determined by the Local Liquor Control Commissioner. (D) Joint Commission for Tobacco and Cannabis Regulation and Licensing . The members of the Local Liquor Control Commission shall also serve as the members of the Joint Commission for Tobacco and Cannabis Regulation and Licensing as prescribed under § 129B.01 of this Code and shall have and exercise such duties and powers granted

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Thornton · 10.7.8

Penalties

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This section outlines penalties for violating noise ordinances in Thornton. It establishes escalating fines for repeat offenses, specifies that each day of a continuous violation is a separate offense, and allows for liquor license suspension or revocation for establishments with multiple violations.

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each day a violation occurs or continues, constitutes a separate offense and may be punished separately.D. Effective April 14, 2025, in addition to all other remedies contained in the Village Code, including Title 5, if any establishment holding a liquor license pursuant to Title 5 of the Village Code which has agreed to liability or is found liable of a violation of this chapter five or more times within a one-year period, then the Police Chief or Village Administrator...shall recommend that said liquor license shall be suspended or revoked by the local Liquor Commissioner. Such a recommendation shall be based upon the number and severity of the violations and steps taken to remedy said violations

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Harvey · 5.06.140

Prohibited hours

Summary

This section establishes specific operating hours for the sale of alcoholic beverages by retailers in Harvey, differentiating between on-premises consumption and package sales. It also outlines requirements for closing and securing premises during prohibited hours for on-premises retailers.

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Except as provided in subsection C of this section, any person licensed under the provisions of this chapter as a retailer of alcoholic liquor or operating a facility of public accommodation, other than those licensed to sell liquor in package lots and not for consumption on the premises to be dealt with in subsection C of this section, may only sell, permit to be sold, or give away alcoholic liquor during the following days and times: Day Hours Monday—Friday...dispensers; provided, that nothing herein contained shall permit the sale or giving away of any alcoholic liquor at any such restaurant or hotel during the prohibited hours of sale. C. Hours for the Sale of Alcoholic Liquors in Package Lots. Any person licensed under the provisions of this chapter as a retailer of alcoholic liquor to be sold in package lots and not for consumption on the premises may only sell, permit to be sold, or give away any alcoholic

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Riverwoods · 3.2.7

Persons Not Eligible For License

Summary

This section outlines various disqualifications for obtaining a liquor license in Riverwoods. It includes criteria related to property ownership, character, citizenship, criminal history, and previous license revocations, as well as restrictions for partnerships, corporations, and public officials.

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pandering or other crime or misdemeanor opposed to decency and morality; G. A person whose license issued under this chapter has been revoked for cause; H. A person who at the time for application for renewal of any liquor license issued hereunder would not be entitled to such license upon a first application; I. A copartnership, unless all of the members of such copartnership shall be qualified to obtain a license; J. A corporation, if any officer, manager or director...sale of alcoholic liquor subsequent to January 31, 1934, or shall have forfeited his bond to appear in court to answer charges for any such violation; M. Any person, association or corporation not eligible for a state retail liquor dealer's license; N. Any law enforcing public official, any president of the village board of trustees, any member of a village board of trustees and no such official shall be interested in any way, either directly or indirectly

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River Grove · 5.24.7

Special Event And Special Use Permit Licenses

Summary

This section allows the Local Liquor Control Commissioner to issue special event (not-for-profit) and special use permit licenses for the temporary sale of alcohol incidental to an event. These permits are distinct from regular retail liquor dealer licenses and can be withdrawn at any time.

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liquor sales provided for in section 5-24-6 of this chapter, the Local Liquor Control Commissioner may issue special event (not for profit) and special use permit licenses which shall be numbered consecutively with said licenses for the sale of alcoholic liquor only incidental and in connection with the operation of a special event or special use. Applicants and holders of permits issued under the authority of this section shall comply with all requirements except license fees of this...chapter. Permits authorized by this section shall not be construed as licenses to engage in the business of retail liquor dealer and may be withdrawn by the Local Liquor Control Commissioner at any time, with or without cause, and applicants for permits in applying for same shall be deemed to have expressly agreed to this condition. A special use permit license and a special event retailer's license (not for profit) shall be issued for a specific time period

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Orland Hills · 111.36

Suspension, Nonrenewal, Or Revocation Of License; Denial Of Applications; Notice; Hearing

Summary

This section outlines the grounds for suspension, nonrenewal, or revocation of liquor licenses in Orland Hills, including violations of state and local liquor laws. It also details the procedures for hearings, including notice requirements and the ability to temporarily close a premises if it poses an immediate threat to community welfare.

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Local Liquor Control Commissioner may suspend or revoke any license issued pursuant to the provisions of this chapter if he determines that the licensee has violated any of the provisions of the Liquor Control Act of 1934 of the state or the provisions of 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, or for any other grounds established...Liquor Control Act of 1934. (B) (1) No such license shall be revoked or suspended or nonrenewed except after a public hearing by the Local Liquor Control Commissioner and Board of Trustees with written notice sent to the licensee at least three days prior to the hearing affording said licensee an opportunity to appear and defend; however, if the Local Liquor Control Commissioner has reason to believe that any continued operation of a particular licensed premises will immediately threaten

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Orland Park · 7.4.20b

Change In Corporation

Summary

This section mandates that a new corporation, formed after the dissolution of a corporation holding a liquor license, must apply for a new license and pay initial fees. However, the Liquor Control Commissioners may reduce these fees if the new corporation's officers are the same as the dissolved corporation's.

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event that a corporation holding a liquor license shall be dissolved and a new corporation formed with the same or different officers, the license held by the dissolved corporation shall be terminated and the new corporation shall apply for a new liquor license pursuant to this Chapter and pay the initial license fees. To the extent that the officers of the new corporation are the same as the officers of the terminated corporation, the initial license fees established in Section

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Orland Park · 7.4.20b

Change In Corporation

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This section mandates that a new corporation, formed after the dissolution of a corporation holding a liquor license, must apply for a new license and pay initial fees. However, the Liquor Control Commissioners may reduce these fees if the new corporation's officers are the same as the dissolved corporation's.

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event that a corporation holding a liquor license shall be dissolved and a new corporation formed with the same or different officers, the license held by the dissolved corporation shall be terminated and the new corporation shall apply for a new liquor license pursuant to this Chapter and pay the initial license fees. To the extent that the officers of the new corporation are the same as the officers of the terminated corporation, the initial license fees established in Section

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Campton Hills · 4.1.27

Hearings

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This section outlines the procedures for hearings related to liquor licenses in Campton Hills, detailing notice requirements for licensees, the conduct of hearings, and the process for issuing decisions.

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held, and the licensee shall be afforded reasonable notice of such hearing. Such notice shall be sent by certified mail, return receipt requested, or personal delivery to the address of the licensee contained on the application for the liquor license and shall state: 1. The time, place, and nature of the hearing. 2. A statement of the legal authority and jurisdiction under which the hearing is to be held. 3. A reference to the particular section(s) of this chapter...licensee has received the requisite notice under this section and fails to appear at a hearing, the local liquor control commissioner may act ex parte. The local liquor control commissioner may also have an informal hearing where the liquor license will not be affirmatively acted on at such hearing. C. Decisions: Any decision, order or determination rendered by the local liquor control commissioner which affects the rights, duties, or privileges of a licensee shall be in writing, and the licensee

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Lockport · 111.13

Renewal Of License

Summary

This section outlines the process for renewing a license, requiring licensees to reapply in writing and meet qualification standards. It also clarifies that license renewal does not prevent the City Council from reducing the number of issued licenses and provides specific exceptions regarding restaurant definitions for certain license types and existing establishments.

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definition of a restaurant as hereinbefore defined in § 111.01(B) is not required for the renewal of Class C or Class J licenses issued prior to June 18,2014, and shall not preclude the issuance of a liquor license to the purchaser of an established premises for which the liquor license has been previously issued, provided the kitchen facilities and food service of the establishment is not reduced from what existed at the time the license was originally issued

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Summit · 5.2.1

License Required

Summary

This section mandates that any establishment selling, giving away, or otherwise disposing of alcoholic liquor requires a license. It prohibits the operation of such establishments without proper licensing under this chapter.

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quantities whatsoever, shall be required to be licensed in accordance with the provisions of this chapter. No person shall conduct or maintain any such place or places which sells or offers for sale at retail, alcoholic liquor unless he shall be licensed to do so in accordance with and in pursuance to the provisions of this chapter

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