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An Ordinance Amending Chapter 159 (Zoning Ordinance) of the Village of Romeoville Code of Ordinances
Food Trucks, Linear Lighting, and Accessory Structures
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WHEREAS, the Village of Romeoville has heretofore adopted Chapter 159 (Zoning Ordinance) of the Romeoville Code of Ordinances pursuant to the Illinois Compiled Statutes to establish and set forth regulations pertaining to the use and development of land, buildings and structures in the Village; and,
WHEREAS, it is necessary and desirable to periodically amend the Zoning Ordinance in response to changes in technology, development practices, and community standards and to improve administration and enforcement procedure; and,
WHEREAS, after due notice, the Planning and Zoning Commission held a Public Hearing on August 23, 2016 to consider a certain amendment to the Zoning Ordinance and has transmitted its report and findings, attached as Exhibit A, on this matter to the Village Board of Trustees recommending that the proposed amendment be approved; and,
WHEREAS, the President and Board of Trustees have accepted the Planning and Zoning Commission’s Report and concur with the Planning and Zoning Commission’s recommendation.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF ROMEOVILLE, WILL COUNTY, ILLINOIS, AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1: That the above recitals and referenced reports are hereby made a part of this Ordinance.
Section 2: That Section 159.75 (B) of the Romeoville Zoning Ordinance (Chapter 159 of the Romeoville Code of Ordinances) be and hereby is amended to include the following text, with such text to be codified as and for the new Section 159.75 (B):
10) Food Truck or Food Truck Operator, subject to requirements of Chapter 129 (Food Trucks and Food Truck Operators Ordinance).
Section 3: That Section 159.81(B) of the Romeoville Zoning Ordinance (Chapter 159 of the Romeoville Code of Ordinances) be and hereby is amended to include the following text, with such text to be codified as and for the new Section 159.81(B):
(5) Food Truck or Food Truck Operator, subject to the requirements of Chapter 129 (Food Trucks and Food Truck Operators Ordinance).
Section 4: That Section 159.03 (Definitions) of the Romeoville Zoning Ordinance (Chapter 159 of the Romeoville Code of Ordinances) be and hereby is amended to include the following text, with such text to be codified and placed in alphabetical order as and for the new Section 159.03:
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Food Truck |
A licensed, motorized vehicle modified to include facilities for the cooking, processing and preparation of food and beverages, when temporarily parked on property other than a public street, road or right of way, and from which food items or beverages are then sold to the general public. |
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Food Truck Operator |
The owner or operator of a food truck to be licensed under Chapter 129 of the Village Ordinances, and who shall be the party responsible for the compliance of the operations of the food truck with the requirements of this Chapter, the Village Code, and other applicable laws and regulations. |
Section 5: That Section 159.70 (M) of the Romeoville Zoning Ordinance (Chapter 159 of the Romeoville Code of Ordinances) be and hereby is amended to include the following text, with such text to be codified as and for the new Section 159.70 (M) (15):
(15) Linear lighting (including neon, fluorescent, rope-lighting, LED lighting, and low voltage strip-lighting) primarily intended as an architectural highlight to attract attention or used as a means to identification or advertisement shall be prohibited.
Section 6: That Section 159.80 (L) of the Romeoville Zoning Ordinance (Chapter 159 of the Romeoville Code of Ordinances) be and hereby is amended to include the following text, with such text to be codified as and for the new Section 159.80 (L) (15):
(15) Linear lighting (including neon, fluorescent, rope-lighting, LED lighting, and low voltage strip-lighting) primarily intended as an architectural highlight to attract attention or used as a means to identification or advertisement shall be prohibited.
Section 7: That Section 159.020 (C) (2) of the Romeoville Zoning Ordinance (Chapter 159 of the Romeoville Code of Ordinances) be and hereby is amended to include the following text, with such text to be codified as and for the new Section 159.020 (C) (2):
(2) No detached accessory structure, building or use, except fences, hedges, patios, walkways, driveways, hot tubs, or pergolas, hereafter erected or altered shall be located less than ten (10) feet from the principal building on the lot, or less than five (5) feet from any other accessory structure on the lot.
Section 8: That Section 159.020 (C) (3) of the Romeoville Zoning Ordinance (Chapter 159 of the Romeoville Code of Ordinances) be and hereby is amended to include the following text, with such text to be codified as and for the new Section 159.020 (C) (3):
(3) All accessory structures, buildings and uses, except fences, hedges, driveways and walkways, hereafter erected or altered shall be set back a minimum of five (5) feet from the side lot line, ten (10) feet from the rear lot line, and shall not be located in the required front or corner side yard setbacks, except as permitted in Section 159.016. Except, in the area zoned R-5A an accessory structure may have a seven (7) foot setback from the rear lot line.
Section 9: That this Ordinance shall become effective upon its passage, approval and publication as provided by law.
Section 10: That the various provisions of this Ordinance are to be considered severable and if any part or portion of this Ordinance shall be held invalid by any Court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining provisions of this Ordinance.
Exhibit A
PZC Report