The commercial districts set forth herein, when taken together, are intended to permit a broad range of commercial development necessary to serve the citizens of the village of Mokena and neighboring areas. (Ord. 2000-O-005, 2-14-2000)

   A.   Land Use Interpretation: All applications for a permitted or special use which are not listed in section 9-9-3-1 of this chapter shall be submitted to the zoning official for a use interpretation pursuant to the standards and procedures set forth in section 9-4-8 of this title.

   B.   Temporary Uses: Certain temporary uses are permitted in the commercial districts subject to the provisions of section 9-14-13 of this title and the securing of a temporary use permit pursuant to section 9-4-10 of this title.

   C.   Parking And Loading: The parking and loading requirements applicable in the commercial districts are set forth in chapter 16 of this title.

   D.   Signs: Sign regulations applicable in the commercial districts are set forth in chapter 18 of this title.

   E.   Erosion And Sedimentation Control: Requirements relating to erosion and sedimentation control in the commercial districts are set forth in chapter 6 of this title.

   F.   Performance Standards: Requirements relating to performance standards in the commercial districts are set forth in chapter 15 of this title.

   G.   Landscaping And Screening: Requirements relating to landscaping, screening, and buffering in the commercial districts are set forth in chapter 17 of this title.

   H.   Fences: Requirements relating to fences in the commercial districts are set forth in chapter 14 of this title.

   I.   Nonconforming Lots: Requirements relating to nonconforming lots in the commercial districts are set forth in chapter 5 of this title. (Ord. 2000-O-005, 2-14-2000)

   A.   Permitted Uses: The uses permitted in the commercial districts established herein are listed in the commercial district use matrix set forth in section 9-9-3-1 of this chapter, and shall be considered permitted as of right, subject to any limitations therein, this title, or other village title, and the securing of a zoning certificate.

   B.   Special Uses: The uses allowed as special uses in the commercial districts established herein are listed in the commercial district use matrix set forth in section 9-9-3-1 of this chapter, and may be allowed subject to any limitations therein, this title, or other village title, and the securing of a special use permit pursuant to section 9-4-5 of this title.

   C.   Accessory Uses: Accessory uses, buildings and structures customarily incidental to and commonly associated with a permitted use or a special use may be permitted, subject to the provisions of chapter 14 of this title and any limitation contained herein. Specifically permitted or allowed accessory uses, buildings and structures are listed in section 9-9-3-2 of this chapter.

   D.   Bulk Regulations: Subject to the limitations contained therein and elsewhere in this title, the bulk regulations that apply to the commercial districts are listed in section 9-9-3-3 of this chapter.

   E.   Prohibited Uses: Uses not listed as permitted or special uses in the commercial district use matrix set forth in section 9-9-3-1 of this chapter are hereby strictly prohibited. (Ord. 2000-O-005, 2-14-2000)

 

   Notes:

      1.    The manufacture of goods is limited to goods retailed on the premises only.

      2.    The sale and consumption of alcohol on site shall be subject to the review and approval of the Liquor Commissioner.

      3.    No tattoo and body piercing establishment shall be located within 1,000 feet of any residential zoning district, public or private school, place of worship, child care center, school bus stops, public park or playground, or other tattoo and body piercing establishments.

      4.    Medical marijuana dispensing facilities shall be a minimum 1,000 feet from any residentially zoned areas, existing pre-schools, elementary and secondary schools, full and part time day care homes, day care centers, and day care uses.

      5.    Firearm and ammunition sales and repair facilities shall be located a minimum 500 feet from any residentially zoned areas, existing pre-schools, elementary and secondary schools, full and part time day care homes, day care centers, and day care uses.

(Ord. 2018-O-013, 6-11-2018; amd. Ord. 2023-O-006, 3-27-2023)

 

 

   Notes:

      1.    The outdoor storage shall be of uncontaminated bulk materials. Outdoor storage shall also be enclosed by a fence and effectively screened on all sides.

      2.    No front yard shall be used for the sale or display of merchandise, except as provided by section 9-14-13 of this title. Temporary and seasonal sales of merchandise or the display of merchandise shall not encroach into areas of required parking unless permitted by the zoning administrator pursuant to section 9-4-10 of this title.

      3.    Outdoor dining for class A restaurants and taverns shall be set back from any residential district or dwelling a minimum of 100 feet. This requirement shall not apply to outdoor dining areas comprising 100 square feet or less.

   (Ord. 2000-O-005, 2-14-2000; amd. Ord. 2012-O-033, 12-10-2012)

 

   Notes:

      1.    Transitional Yards: Where properties in the above districts adjoin other zoning districts or across road ROW from other zoning districts, the particular required yard shall be the greater of the 2 yard requirements found in either the particular adjoining zoning districts or the particular zoning districts listed above.

      2.    Structures: Subject to approval by the zoning official, all structures shall be set back from the front lot line the same distance as the structures located on adjacent parcels, except for corner lots where the front yard setbacks shall be 15 feet.

      3.    Office Buildings: Office buildings may be 50 feet or 5 stories, whichever is less.

   (Ord. 2000-O-005, 2-14-2000; amd. Ord. 2002-O-011, 5-28-2002)

   A. Purpose: The C-1 traditional shopping district is hereby established to provide areas to be used by retail or service establishments to supply goods or personal services for daily needs of the residents living in residential neighborhoods.

   B. Policy: To achieve the purpose of commercial districts and the C-1 district, it shall be the policy of the village to:

      1. Preserve existing C-1 districts on primary or secondary thoroughfares with close proximity to future or existing residential districts.

      2. Require adequate off street parking.

      3. Preserve existing C-1 districts in groups rather than in a fragmented manner to promote public convenience and safety.

      4. Foster the use of heavily landscaped buffer areas between adjoining noncommercial districts. (Ord. 2000-O-005, 2-14-2000)

   A. Purpose: The C-1A general commercial district is hereby established to provide large sites to be used by retail or service establishments to supply goods or personal services for daily needs of the residents living in the village, as well as residents of neighboring communities.

   B. Policy: To achieve the purpose of the C-1A district, it shall be the policy of the village to:

      1. Centrally locate the C-1A districts on primary or secondary thoroughfares.

      2. Require adequate off street parking and limited access to roads.

      3. Ensure efficient land to be available for future expansion of local shopping districts to meet growing needs of local citizens.

      4. Foster the use of heavily landscaped buffer areas between adjoining noncommercial districts.

      5. Promote the grouping of C-1 uses and ensure that sufficient lands will be available for future expansion to meet the expected growth forecast within a continuous area and oppose and discourage the hazards to safety and nuisance of traffic congestion generated by strip commercial development. (Ord. 2000-O-005, 2-14-2000)

   A. Purpose: The C-2 highway commercial district is hereby established to promote areas which primarily serve the needs of motorists in a manner conducive to generating business development, and to promote regulations for highway associated uses through adequately sized parcels of land allowing for setbacks, clear vision and safe ingress and egress.

   B. Policy: To achieve the purpose of the C-2 district, it shall be the policy of the village to:

      1. Promote the grouping of C-2 uses to major thoroughfares and to discourage the hazards to safety and nuisance of traffic congestion along public streets; and

      2. Require adequate off street parking and limited access to road through the use of frontage roads. (Ord. 2000-O-005, 2-14-2000)

   A. Purpose: The C-3 commercial district is hereby established to provide substantial sites for commercial and retailing service and activities to be developed in a unified fashion and to allow for sized larger setbacks, clear vision and safe ingress and egress.

   B. Policy: To achieve the purpose of the C-3 commercial district, it shall be the intent of the village to:

      1. Promote the grouping of C-3 uses and oppose and discourage the hazards to safety and nuisance of traffic congestion generated by multiple accessways at close intervals over extended lengths.

      2. So locate C-3 districts to other districts nearby or adjacent to available municipal police and fire protection so as to protect these areas from the dangers of fire, explosion or noxious fumes and the irritations of offensive odors, noise, smoke, vibrations, glare or other threats to health and well being.

      3. Require adequate off street parking and limited access to roads through the use of frontage roads.

      4. Locate C-3 districts along primary thoroughfares. (Ord. 2000-O-005, 2-14-2000)

   A. Purpose: The C-4 traditional downtown district is hereby established to preserve the historical characteristics and heritage of the traditional central commercial area of the village, which by its nature requires special regulation designed to enhance the area and ensure that future development or redevelopment is not incompatible with the historical character of the area. The area included within this district has historical significance as being the commercial business center of the village as it was originally laid out.

   B. Policy: To achieve the purpose of commercial districts and preserve the C-4 traditional downtown district, it shall be the policy of the village to:

      1. Ensure that all redevelopment or new development is consistent in appearance with surrounding buildings and historical characteristics of the area.

      2. Promote sound community planning to preserve the heritage, aesthetic interest, values, and customs related to the historic significance of the area.

      3. Preserve the economic stability of retail trade and personal service business of the traditional downtown district. (Ord. 2000-O-005, 2-14-2000)