A. Permitted Uses:
1. The following public utility uses and municipal uses are permitted in any zoning district: poles, towers, tunnels, conduits, wires, cables, vaults, laterals, pipes, mains, drains, valves, hydrants, or any similar distributing equipment; fire alarm or police call boxes; traffic signals; and telephone booths and pay telephones. Aboveground fuel storage tanks shall be a permitted use in all districts only in conjunction with municipal public utility uses as defined in section 11-2-2 of this title, as follows: (Ord. 99-02, 1-7-1999; amd. 2011 Code)
Closed Cup Flashpoint In Degrees Fahrenheit | Maximum Gallons Aboveground |
Under 24 | 1,000 |
24 to 104 | 1,000 |
105 to 186 | 1,000 |
Over 186 | 1,000 |
Total all flammable liquids | 1,000 |
2. Storage of unfinished products in original sealed containers of sixty (60) gallons or less is exempt from the above standards.
B. Conditional Uses: Buildings and structures not included in the Illinois utility exemption and not specifically permitted as a matter of right in the various zones pertaining to water, sewerage, gas, telephone and electric utilities, and police, fire, radio and television stations, including broadcasting antennas, shall be conditional uses subject to the following requirements:
1. Lot Area And Location: The required lot area and location shall be specified as part of the conditional use permit and shall be determined in relation to the proposed use, the intensity of such use, and the effects of such use upon the environment.
2. Fencing Or Screening: If findings indicate that a hazard may result or that interference with the development or use and enjoyment of surrounding properties may ensue, fencing or screening with a densely planted hedge or other shielding material may be required in a manner consistent with such findings. (Ord. 99-02, 1-7-1999)