Any household is allowed a total of four domesticated animals. This can be any combination of cats and/or dogs. However, certain animals are not permitted to be kept (i.e. potbellied pigs, horses, fowl), for questions about these animals or any others, you should contact the Building Division at 630-262-0280 for further clarification.

Any resident is permitted to run a traditional home occupation as long as it does not change the residential character of the neighborhood. Home occupations are allowed as an accessory use in a primary structure and as a special use in an accessory building in residential zoning districts. There should be no outward indication of the home-based business, nor shall any signage be posted. Additionally, there should be no employees other than those living at the house and the business must not cause traffic or parking problems. Finally, only one vehicle associated with a home occupation may be parked at/in front of the residence at any one time.

The end of the pipe where the water ejects may not be any closer to the property line (public or private) than 15 feet. Additionally, no water is allowed to pool to such an extent that it creates a public nuisance.

If the portable storage unit is to be used for temporary storage or for moving (such as PODS), or if it is a dumpster, it may be placed in the drive or next to the house for no more than 30 days. If the unit is part of a remodeling project it may be placed for up to six months providing a building permit has been issued.