Right to Farm in St. Clair County, IL (2026)
1 rule for unincorporated St. Clair County, Illinois.
Verified from official government sources
Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of St. Clair County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.
Agricultural Zoning Protection
St. Clair County exempts farm buildings from most zoning regulation under County Code Sec. 40-1-13. If land is used primarily for agriculture, structures used for farming are not subject to the code's normal building rules, though they still must meet setback lines, and the county issues permits for those farm buildings free of charge.
Farm Building Zoning Exemption in St. Clair County
Few RestrictionsSt. Clair County Zoning Code Sec. 40-1-13
40-1-13 AGRICULTURAL EXEMPTION. The provisions of this code shall not be exercised or administered to impose regulations with respect to the erection, maintenance, repair, alterations, remodeling or extensions of buildings or structures occupied by those engaged primarily in the occupation of agriculture, used, or intended to be used for agricultural purposes upon such land, except that buildin...
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