Rules for ZIP Code 60631
Chicago, IL Β· Cook County
177 local rules on file for this area.
ZIP code 60631 is governed by the city of Chicago, IL, home to about 100% of the ZIP's residents. The ordinances shown below come from Chicago's own code and apply to residential and commercial properties within its limits, from noise restrictions and parking to building permits and animal regulations.
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 60631 based on Chicago ordinances.
Fire Regulations
5 rules- Smoke DetectorsSome
- Fire Pits & Backyard FiresHeavy
- Propane StorageSignificant
- FireworksHeavy
- Outdoor BurningHeavy
Special Events & Permits
5 rules- Sidewalk Dining & CafΓ©sSome
- Parade PermitsSignificant
- Street Fair RulesSome
- ParkletsSome
- Block Party PermitsSome
Building Safety
12 rulesFirearms
2 rules- Firearms in VehiclesHeavy
- Open CarryHeavy
Drone Rules
5 rules- Airport Proximity RulesHeavy
- Event Drone RestrictionsSignificant
- Recreational DronesSome
- Park Drone RestrictionsSignificant
- Commercial DronesSignificant
Environmental Rules
5 rules- Erosion ControlSome
- Boat Dock PermitsSignificant
- Flood Elevation RequirementsSome
- Stormwater ManagementSignificant
- Flood ZonesSome
Mobility & Curb Rules
5 rules- Bike Lane RulesSignificant
- E-Bike ClassesSome
- Shared E-Scooter RulesSome
- TNC Pickup ZonesSignificant
- Red-Light CamerasSome
Hotels & Lodging
1 ruleBusiness Licensing & Operations
7 rules- Massage EstablishmentsSignificant
- Adult EntertainmentSignificant
- PawnbrokersSignificant
- Tattoo & Body ModificationSignificant
- Tobacco Retail LicenseSome
Short-Term Rentals
8 rules- Primary-Residence-Only RuleSignificant
- Repeat Violator StrikesSignificant
- Short-Term Rental PermitsSignificant
- Host Platform LiabilitySignificant
- Taxes & FeesSome
Animal Ordinances
13 rules- Cat RulesSome
- Mandatory Spay/NeuterSignificant
- Breed RestrictionsFew
- Pet Store RulesHeavy
- Chickens & LivestockHeavy
Filming & Production
3 rules- Student FilmingSome
- Location PermitsSignificant
- Street ClosuresSome
Landscaping Rules
5 rules- CompostingSome
- Weed OrdinancesSome
- Native PlantsLight
- Tree Removal & Heritage TreesSome
- Tree TrimmingSome
Accessory Structures
6 rules- ADU Rental RestrictionsSignificant
- ADU Owner OccupancySignificant
- ADU Impact FeesSome
- ADU RulesSome
- Garage ConversionsSome
Outdoor Cooking
2 rules- Smoker RulesSome
- BBQ & Propane RulesSome
Sign Regulations
6 rules- Freeway-Facing SignsSignificant
- Digital BillboardsSignificant
- Window SignsSome
- Political SignsSome
- Garage Sale SignsSome
Trash & Recycling
8 rules- Mandatory Organics RecyclingFew
- Collection ScheduleSome
- Illegal DumpingHeavy
- Dumpster RulesSignificant
- Recycling RulesSome
Swimming Pools & Spas
2 rulesHistoric Preservation
1 rule- Historic-Cultural MonumentsSignificant
Local Taxes & Fees
1 rule- Parking TaxSome
Parking Rules
10 rules- Overnight ParkingSignificant
- Snow Removal Parking RulesSome
- Loading ZonesSome
- Towing & Impound RightsHeavy
- Preferential Parking DistrictsSome
Cannabis Regulations
3 rules- Buffer ZonesSignificant
- Home CultivationSome
- Dispensary ZoningSignificant
Garage & Yard Sales
1 rulePublic Conduct
7 rules- Public Alcohol UseSignificant
- Public Marijuana UseSignificant
- Loitering RulesSignificant
- JaywalkingSignificant
- Skateboarding RulesSignificant
Home Business
4 rulesBuilding Setbacks & Zoning
3 rulesImmigration Policy
1 rule- Sanctuary Policy PreemptionSignificant
Public Health Rules
4 rules- Bed-Bug RulesSignificant
- Syringe DisposalSome
- Food Handler CertificationSome
- Rodent ControlSome
Outdoor Lighting
2 rulesNoise from Specific Sources
6 rulesZoning Overlays & Bonuses
2 rules- Density Bonus LawSome
- Downtown Design GuideSignificant
HOA Rules
1 rule- CC&R EnforcementSome
Noise Ordinances
7 rules- Construction HoursSome
- Vehicle NoiseSome
- Decibel LimitsSome
- Barking DogsSome
- Quiet HoursSome
Tree Protection
2 rulesSoliciting & Door-to-Door
1 ruleWater Use Rules
1 rule- Leak Reporting DutySignificant
Solar Energy
2 rulesProperty Maintenance
3 rules- Vacant Lot MaintenanceSome
- Property BlightSignificant
- Snow & Sidewalk ClearingSome
Food Trucks & Mobile Vendors
3 rules- Food Truck PermitsSome
- Vending ZonesSignificant
- Sidewalk & Mobile VendingHeavy
Fence Regulations
4 rulesCurfew Laws
1 rule- Juvenile CurfewSignificant
Sidewalk & Pedestrian Rules
3 rulesRental Inspections
1 ruleRental Property Rules
1 rule- Repairs & HabitabilitySignificant
Invasive Plant Rules
1 rule- Prohibited SpeciesSignificant