Alsip § 10.8 Environment & Natural Resources Section Permitting requirements applicable to all floodplain areas This section outlines additional permitting requirements for development in Alsip's floodplain areas, focusing on public health, safety, and environmental protection. It mandates floodproofing for hazardous materials and utilities, and requires that developments do not alter flood flows or increase damages, with provisions for notifying adjacent communities for certain projects. View in Alsip’s full code →
Alsip § 12.34 Business & Licensing Section Storage underground; limited This ordinance limits the combined underground storage capacity of Class I and Class II flammable liquids at service stations to 20,000 gallons. It also limits Class III flammable liquids storage to 20,000 gallons underground, with specific exceptions for fuel oil tanks connected to heaters and crankcase drainage tanks. View in Alsip’s full code →
Alsip § 9.61 Buildings & Construction Section Definitions This section provides definitions for terms used in an article concerning hazardous materials discharges in Alsip. It defines key terms such as 'Costs,' 'Facility,' 'Hazardous materials,' 'Mutual aid,' 'Person,' and 'Release.' View in Alsip’s full code →
Alsip § 9.62 Buildings & Construction Section Prohibited acts This section prohibits the release of hazardous materials into the environment unless it is permitted by a relevant agency and conducted in a manner that does not pose a substantial hazard to human health, property, or the environment. View in Alsip’s full code →
Alsip § 9.64 Buildings & Construction Section Liability for costs This section establishes joint and several liability for the costs of hazardous material removal and remedial action incurred by the fire department. It outlines specific categories of individuals and entities who can be held responsible, including owners, operators, and those who arranged for or accepted transport of hazardous materials. View in Alsip’s full code →
Alsip § 9.65 Buildings & Construction Section Defenses This section outlines specific defenses against liability for hazardous material discharges under section 9-64. It establishes that a person is not liable if they can prove the release, threat of release, and resulting damages were caused solely by an act of nature or an act of war, or a combination of both. View in Alsip’s full code →
Alsip § 9.67 Buildings & Construction Section Public duty immunity This section establishes public duty immunity for the response authority, its agents, and employees for actions taken or omitted during incidents involving hazardous material releases. This immunity covers actions related to remedial actions, care, assistance, or advice provided under various federal and state emergency response plans. View in Alsip’s full code →
Alsip § 9.68 Buildings & Construction Section Contractual indemnification; subrogation This section clarifies that agreements releasing liability for hazardous material discharges are ineffective, though agreements to insure, hold harmless, or indemnify are permitted. It also preserves a party's right to pursue claims against others through subrogation or other means. View in Alsip’s full code →
Arlington Heights § Section 12.1403 Business & Licensing Section Application This section outlines the application requirements for a filling station license, requiring applicants to adhere to general licensing procedures and specify the number and status (abandoned or in use) of tanks on the premises. View in Arlington Heights’s full code →
Arlington Heights § Section 12.303 Business & Licensing Section Application This section outlines the application requirements for various licenses related to solid fuel and fuel oil businesses in Arlington Heights. It specifies the information needed, differentiating requirements based on the type of license sought (coal yard owner, solid fuel dealer, fuel oil dealer, or fuel oil storer). View in Arlington Heights’s full code →
Arlington Heights § Section 12.308 Business & Licensing Section Regulations Relating to Dealers in Solid Fuel and Storers of Solid Fuel This section establishes regulations for dealers and storers of solid fuel in Arlington Heights. It mandates fire safety separation from flammable liquids, prohibits misrepresentation of fuel types during delivery, requires weighing scales for certain vehicle deliveries, and outlines procedures for managing spontaneous ignition and maintaining clean storage areas. View in Arlington Heights’s full code →
Arlington Heights § Section 12.309 Business & Licensing Section Regulations Relating to Fuel Oil Dealers and Fuel Oil Storers This section of the Arlington Heights municipal code outlines regulations for fuel oil dealers and storers, focusing on maintaining clean business premises, safe fuel oil storage, and proper refueling procedures to prevent fires and spills. View in Arlington Heights’s full code →
Arlington Heights § Section 27.202 Buildings & Construction Section Definitions This section defines key terms related to hazardous materials incidents for the Village of Arlington Heights, including what constitutes "Expenses to the Village," a "Hazardous Material(s) Incident," and what the "Village" refers to in this context. View in Arlington Heights’s full code →
Arlington Heights § Section 27.203 Buildings & Construction Section Hazardous Material Responses—Cost Reimbursement This section establishes that the parties responsible for hazardous materials are liable for reimbursing the Village for all expenses incurred during a response, handling, or clean-up of the material. It also specifies joint and several liability among various parties, including those in control, shipper, manufacturer, distributor, transporter, and third parties contributing to the release. View in Arlington Heights’s full code →
Arlington Heights § Section 27.204 Buildings & Construction Section Fault Not to be Considered This section establishes strict liability for the party in immediate control or possession of hazardous materials for all costs incurred by the Village in responding to an incident. It clarifies that fault is not a consideration in determining liability. View in Arlington Heights’s full code →
Arlington Heights § Section 27.205 Buildings & Construction Section Distribution of Reimbursed Costs—Replacement of Material(s) and/or Other Expenses This section outlines how reimbursement funds collected can be utilized to cover expenses incurred at hazardous material incidents. It specifies that these funds can replenish supplies, cover personnel costs, laboratory analysis, medical treatment, and repair or replacement of damaged equipment and supplies. View in Arlington Heights’s full code →
Bannockburn § 109.36 Buildings & Construction Section Adoption of International Fire Code 2018 This section adopts the International Fire Code 2018 for Bannockburn, Illinois, with specific modifications. It clarifies terminology, designates the Deerfield-Bannockburn Fire Protection District as the authority for permits and as the Fire Code Official, establishes an appeals process referencing the ICC Building Code, and outlines violation penalties. View in Bannockburn’s full code →
Bannockburn § 159.32 Business & Licensing Section Motor vehicle sales and service establishments This section establishes regulations for motor vehicle sales and service establishments in Bannockburn, focusing on vehicle and goods storage, waste management, facility maintenance, and safety precautions regarding flammable materials and smoking. View in Bannockburn’s full code →
Barrington § 3.16.1 Business & Licensing Section Definition This section defines an 'automatic dry cleaning machine' as any device used for cleaning clothes or fabrics that is operated by someone other than the owner or an employee, and uses perchlorethylene or other harmful chemical solvents. View in Barrington’s full code →
Barrington § 3.22.3 Business & Licensing Section Insurance required This section mandates that applicants for a license for aboveground fuel storage tanks must provide proof of a public liability insurance policy of at least $500,000.00. This insurance is intended to cover injuries, loss of life, or damage resulting from various aspects of the tank's lifecycle. View in Barrington’s full code →
Barrington § 3.22.7 Business & Licensing Section Removal of tanks This section mandates the removal of aboveground fuel storage tanks if they are unused for 185 days or if their license is revoked by the village manager. Removal is required immediately after license revocation and within 30 days of notice of discontinued use. View in Barrington’s full code →
Bartlett § 6.15.109 Traffic & Vehicles Section Spilling Loads And Depositing Debris On Highways Prohibited This section prohibits vehicles from spilling materials onto streets and requires owners/operators to clean up any deposited debris by 5:00 PM on the same day. It also mandates that loads and their coverings must be securely fastened to prevent them from becoming a hazard. View in Bartlett’s full code →
Bartlett § 8.2.1 Buildings & Construction Section Compliance Required This section prohibits the storage, handling, or sale of flammable or volatile liquids in violation of the chapter. It designates the Building Director, with Police Department cooperation, as responsible for enforcement. View in Bartlett’s full code →
Bartlett § 8.2.10 Buildings & Construction Section Piping Requirements This section establishes material, design, installation, and testing requirements for piping systems handling flammable liquids. It references specific industry standards for pipe thickness and specifies methods for joints and underground installation. View in Bartlett’s full code →
Bartlett § 8.2.11 Buildings & Construction Section Dikes Required This section mandates the construction of dikes or embankments around tanks storing crude oil or other liquids prone to boil-over, or individual tanks exceeding 50,000 gallons capacity. It specifies requirements for dike capacity, material, construction, and placement to prevent spills and protect surrounding property. View in Bartlett’s full code →
Bartlett § 8.2.15 Buildings & Construction Section Loading And Unloading Facilities This section outlines safety requirements for loading and unloading flammable liquids, including mandated distances for loading docks, specific electrical equipment standards, grounding procedures for tank trucks and cars, and restrictions on gravity unloading. View in Bartlett’s full code →
Bartlett § 8.2.16 Buildings & Construction Section Pump And Pipe Lines This section establishes regulations for the handling of flammable liquids through pump and pipe lines, specifying separation requirements for different fuel types, a color-coding system for pipe lines, tagging for valves, and valve requirements for pumps. View in Bartlett’s full code →
Bartlett § 8.2.17 Buildings & Construction Section Other Restrictions This section sets forth safety requirements for loading and unloading flammable liquids from tank cars. It mandates secure connections, continuous supervision during operations, prohibition of open flames, and adherence to Interstate Commerce Commission regulations. View in Bartlett’s full code →
Bartlett § 8.2.21 Buildings & Construction Section Storage Within Building Prohibited This section prohibits the storage of barrels and drums containing Class I flammable liquids inside buildings. Instead, they must be stored outdoors on open platforms with open sides, and specific handling and labeling requirements are mandated for gasoline and naphtha. View in Bartlett’s full code →
Bartlett § 8.2.22 Buildings & Construction Section Tank Trucks And Wagons This section establishes construction and operational safety requirements for tank trucks and wagons carrying flammable liquids. It mandates specific construction features like double bulkheads, separate piping for different liquid classes, and safety measures such as self-closing faucets and rear bumpers. It also specifies requirements for delivery, loading/unloading procedures, and fire suppression equipment. View in Bartlett’s full code →