7 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 3 cities in Will County, Illinois.
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Will County §155-11.65 governs parking of trucks, trailers, and recreational vehicles in A-2 and residential districts. Vehicles and trailers in side or rear yards must be completely screened from view by a fence or wall. The county limits the maximum number of vehicles parked on residential lots under §155-11.50(D).
In unincorporated Will County, vehicles must be parked on approved parking surfaces in residential districts. The zoning code (Chapter 155) governs driveway and parking area standards. Building permits may be required for new driveways or expansions. Contact the Will County Land Use Department for driveway construction standards.
Will County §155-11.65 regulates truck and trailer parking in A-2 and residential districts. Commercial vehicles must be screened from view in side/rear yards. The county's zoning code limits the types and numbers of vehicles that can be stored on residential lots. Truck parking lots require special use permits in commercial/industrial zones.
Unincorporated Will County does not have a county-wide overnight street parking ban. Parking on county roads is governed by the Illinois Vehicle Code (625 ILCS 5) and county road regulations. Local fire protection and road districts may impose additional restrictions. Contact the Will County Highway Department for specific road parking rules.
Will County municipalities impose overnight street parking bans typically 2-6 AM. Joliet, Bolingbrook, Romeoville, and Plainfield each run snow-route restrictions from Nov-Apr. Tickets range $25-$75 with towing possible for repeat offenders or snow emergencies.
Illinois Electric Vehicle Charging Act (20 ILCS 627) requires new single-family homes to be EV-capable and limits HOA bans. Will County municipalities issue electrical permits for Level 2 chargers. Joliet and Bolingbrook have adopted the 2021 IECC with EV-ready provisions.
Illinois Abandoned Vehicle Statute (625 ILCS 5/4-201 et seq.) and Will County LUO authorize tagging and towing of abandoned vehicles after 7 days on public streets. Private property storage of inoperable vehicles requires enclosed garage or opaque screening.
3 cities in Will County have their own parking rules rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
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