North Chicago's zoning ordinance Section 4.11 requires street trees and establishes landscaping standards. Canopy trees required at one per 50-60 linear feet of frontage depending on district.
North Chicago Zoning Ordinance Section 4.11 establishes landscaping and bufferyard requirements. Street trees must be planted at one canopy tree per 60 linear feet in R1 districts and one per 50 linear feet in all other districts (amended June 2023). Minimum canopy tree size is 2.5 inches caliper at DBH. Understory trees minimum 1.5 inches caliper. Buffer yard and street trees must be maintained in usable condition with no hazards, nuisances, or unhealthy conditions.
Failure to trim overhanging branches after a notice results in the county performing the work and billing the owner $200–$2,000 depending on scope. Emergency removals for hazardous trees may be performed without prior notice.
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Barking dogs in North Chicago are addressed under Chapter 16 (Dogs) and Chapter 17 (Dangerous Animals) of the police regulations. Chronic barking may constit...
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Construction noise in North Chicago is regulated through building code provisions and nuisance ordinances. Standard construction hours typically align with I...
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North Chicago regulates noise under its Code of Ordinances. Excessive noise that disturbs residents is prohibited as a nuisance. No statewide quiet hours app...
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North Chicago regulates street parking under Title 10, Chapter 5. Overnight and alternate-side parking restrictions may apply. Two parking spaces required pe...
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Commercial vehicle parking in North Chicago residential areas is restricted. Vehicles over 1.5 tons must use designated truck parking areas with proper scree...
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Driveways in North Chicago must be improved hard surfaces connecting designated parking areas to the public right-of-way. Building permits required for drive...
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