Rules for ZIP Code 60085
Waukegan, IL · Lake County
143 local rules on file for this area.
ZIP code 60085 is governed by the city of Waukegan, IL, home to about 85% of the ZIP's residents. The ordinances shown below come from Waukegan's own code and apply to residential and commercial properties within its limits, from noise restrictions and parking to building permits and animal regulations.
ZIP codes do not follow city lines. 60085 also covers:
- city of Park City~14% of residents · not covered yet
Shares are estimates from 2020 Census geography. If your address is in one of these, its rules apply instead.
Each topic below links to the full ordinance breakdown with specific code sections, fine amounts, and answers to common questions. The data is sourced from the official municipal code and verified by our editorial team.
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These are the local rules that apply to ZIP code 60085 based on Waukegan ordinances.
Landscaping Rules
7 rules- Tree Removal & Heritage TreesSignificant
- Artificial TurfFew
- Tree TrimmingSome
- CompostingLight
- Rainwater HarvestingFew
Property Maintenance
2 rules- Vacant Lot MaintenanceSome
- Property BlightSignificant
Tree Protection
3 rules- Parkway PlantingSome
- Heritage & Protected TreesSignificant
- Protected Tree SpeciesSome
Fence Regulations
3 rules- Material RestrictionsSignificant
- Height LimitsSome
- Fence Permit RequirementsSome
Rental Inspections
1 rule- Inspection ProgramsSignificant
Business Licensing & Operations
5 rules- PawnbrokersSignificant
- Tobacco Retail LicenseSome
- Adult EntertainmentSignificant
- Auto Repair on Residential PropertyHeavy
- Tattoo & Body ModificationSome
Noise Ordinances
6 rules- Amplified Music & Outdoor SoundSignificant
- Vehicle NoiseSome
- Construction HoursSome
- Barking DogsSome
- Quiet HoursSome
Animal Ordinances
14 rules- Wildlife FeedingHeavy
- Chickens & LivestockHeavy
- Pet LimitsSome
- Dog Leash LawsSignificant
- Pet Store RulesHeavy
Outdoor Cooking
2 rulesRental Property Rules
2 rules- Rental RegistrationSignificant
- Repairs & HabitabilitySome
Soliciting & Door-to-Door
2 rules- Solicitor PermitsSignificant
- No-Knock RegistrySome
Special Events & Permits
5 rules- Sidewalk Dining & CafésSome
- Block Party PermitsSome
- Parade PermitsSignificant
- ParkletsSome
- Street Fair RulesSignificant
Food Trucks & Mobile Vendors
3 rulesPublic Conduct
8 rules- Loud Party OrdinanceSignificant
- Aggressive PanhandlingHeavy
- Public Marijuana UseHeavy
- Outdoor Smoking RestrictionsSome
- JaywalkingSome
Fire Regulations
5 rules- FireworksHeavy
- Fire Pits & Backyard FiresSome
- Propane StorageSome
- Outdoor BurningHeavy
- Smoke DetectorsSome
Trash & Recycling
9 rulesHotels & Lodging
1 ruleShort-Term Rentals
4 rules- Host Platform LiabilitySome
- Short-Term Rental PermitsSignificant
- Occupancy LimitsSome
- Taxes & FeesSome
Outdoor Lighting
3 rulesBuilding Safety
8 rules- Fire Sprinkler RequirementsSome
- Elevator MaintenanceSome
- Childcare Center RulesSignificant
- Plumbing PermitsSome
- Building PermitsSome
Mobility & Curb Rules
2 rules- Red-Light CamerasSignificant
- Bike Lane RulesSome
Parking Rules
10 rulesDrone Rules
3 rulesAccessory Structures
4 rules- ADU Owner OccupancySignificant
- Tiny HomesSignificant
- Shed & Carport RulesSome
- ADU RulesSome
Noise from Specific Sources
1 rule- Generator NoiseSome
Sidewalk & Pedestrian Rules
3 rulesEnvironmental Rules
3 rulesCannabis Regulations
2 rules- Buffer ZonesSignificant
- Dispensary ZoningSignificant
Right to Farm
1 ruleHome Business
4 rulesSign Regulations
4 rules- Political SignsLight
- Digital BillboardsSome
- Garage Sale SignsSome
- Window SignsSome
Historic Preservation
1 ruleZoning Overlays & Bonuses
2 rulesBuilding Setbacks & Zoning
3 rulesCurfew Laws
1 rule- Juvenile CurfewSome
Code Violation Reporting
1 rule- How to ReportSome
Public Health Rules
2 rulesSwimming Pools & Spas
1 rule- Pool PermitsSome
Garage & Yard Sales
1 ruleSolar Energy
1 rule- Panel PermitsSome