Home occupations in North Chicago may display only signs as permitted by the sign regulations for their zoning district. No exterior display is otherwise permitted.
North Chicago Zoning Ordinance Section 4.4.3.4 states that home occupations may have no exterior display or exterior sign except as allowed by the sign regulations for the district in which the home occupation is located. No exterior storage of materials or equipment related to the business is permitted. The business must not change the residential character of the dwelling.
Unauthorized business signs are subject to removal notices with 7-day compliance deadlines. Fines of $50–$200 per sign per day apply for non-compliance. Signs may be removed by the county after the deadline.
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