SB2978

MUNI CD-SIDEWALKS/PARKWAYS

Introduced·1/27/26
Introduced Text

SB2978 amends the Illinois Municipal Code to regulate sidewalk and parkway maintenance in municipalities.

SB2978 amends the Illinois Municipal Code to allow municipal authorities to regulate sidewalk and parkway maintenance. It requires property owners to keep sidewalks in reasonable condition, including clearing snow and making repairs. Additionally, it mandates that owners, lessees, and occupants of properties abutting parkways maintain the parkway, including cleanup, watering, and mowing.

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History

Mar 13

Senate

Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments

Feb 10

Senate

Assigned to Local Government

Jan 27

Senate

Filed with Secretary by Sen. Patrick J. Joyce