Beekeeping in unincorporated Lake County may be regulated under the UDO zoning provisions. The Illinois Bees and Apiaries Act (510 ILCS 20) establishes state registration. Contact Planning, Building and Development.
Beekeeping in unincorporated Lake County may require compliance with the UDO (Chapter 151) as an accessory use. The Illinois Bees and Apiaries Act (510 ILCS 20) establishes the state apiarist program and registration requirements. Contact the Planning, Building and Development Department at 847-377-2600 to confirm beekeeping rules for your zoning district.
Unauthorized hives: removal order. Nuisance complaints: fines $50 to $250. Unregistered apiaries: state penalties.
Lake County, IL
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Lake County, IL
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Lake County, IL
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Lake County, IL
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Lake County, IL
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Lake County, IL
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