The Village ensures property upkeep through its Code Enforcement Program, preserving community appeal and value. Concerns related to structural maintenance and safety problems? The following guides help ensure properties comply with Village Code:

Residential Property Maintenance Guide - Highlights local rules and regulations concerning garbage/sanitation, storage of vehicles, pets, and other residential property maintenance issues.
Commercial Property Maintenance Guide - Includes regulations regarding parking lot maintenance, sanitation, outdoor storage/sales, and signage for commercial properties.
Graffiti Removal Guide - This brochure provides advice for graffiti removal, including contact information for the Cook County Sheriff graffiti removal program and other removal service companies.

Vacant Structures
All vacant structures must be registered and kept in compliance with Village Code. There is a $500 annual fee to offset the Village costs to monitor the structure.  Download the vacant structure registration form.

Sign Guidelines
Signs are an important part of any successful business, but it is often forgotten that signs become an important part of the landscape. The Village's sign regulations help promote strong business practices while preserving the image of the Village. 

For all sign regulations, please refer to the Commercial Property Maintenance Guide and the  Chapter 7 Sign Regulations in the Village Code.

Do you have a service request related to Code Enforcement? Complete the request online.

If you have questions or require additional information regarding Code Enforcement in the Village, please email or contact the Building & Inspection Services Department at (847) 870-5668 .