Property Maintenance and Permissible Uses

One of the Village’s main goals is to maintain and improve the overall living environment for its residents. In order to accomplish this, the Village has established and adopted several Codes and regulations to help keep our community not only aesthetically pleasing but also a safe place to live. During the year, many property maintenance issues are dealt with and questions answered. It is always the goal of the Village to work with residents to help them with any concerns they may have. That being said, listed below are some of the most frequently asked questions pertaining to property maintenance and permissible uses in the Village:

Are storage structures allowed in the Village?
Detached accessory structures or storage structures are in fact allowed. Under section 6-3-5 of the Village Code, residents can familiarize themselves with the Village’s requirements for these type of structures. Prior to the installation of any type of detached structure, and permissibility of a completed Building Permit Application needs to be submitted to the Village.

Are residents required to store refuse containers in specific locations?
Residents are required to store refuse containers in a location that is not in plain view from the street or in a location that would be considered a nuisance to immediate adjoining neighbors. Also, residents may place their refuse containers out for pick-up service no earlier than 9:00 p.m. the night before their service. Please also be aware that refuse containers must be removed from plain view from the street no later than 9:00 p.m. the day of the scheduled pick-up. (Code Section 8-4-13)

Is a building permit required prior to installing a fence, patio or sidewalk?
Yes, residents are required to submit completed building permit applications to the Village prior to the installation of a fence, patio or sidewalk. Residents need to submit not only the permit but also a copy of the plat of survey of the property to which the improvement is to be made and indicate specifically on the plat where the improvement will be added. If you have any further questions, please contact Community Development at 847.913.2310.

How tall does grass have to be before it is considered a violation of Village Code?
Village Code deems grass that exceeds six inches (6") in height, whether it be on a vacant or improved lot, to be a nuisance and in violation of the Village Code. (Code section 4-1-1A)

Can a resident park a recreational vehicle outdoors at their home?
Residents can park one (1) recreational vehicle at their residence, however, there are strict regulations regarding screening. Village Code section 10-1-5B, provides the specific conditions that must be met in order for this type of storage/parking of a recreational vehicle to be considered compliant in the Village.

If you have any questions about the topics that were mentioned above, please feel free to contact Nicole Koleno, Code Enforcement Inspector, at 847.913.2317.