Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-639

Gel fuel – Prohibition on sale (Chicago Health Nuisances Ordinance)

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Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-639
(a) As used in this section, the term "gel fuel" shall mean any semi-solid, pourable gelatinous material containing ethyl alcohol manufactured for use in firepots, fire pits, fireplaces, tiki torches and other similar products.


(b) It shall be unlawful for any person to sell, offer or expose for sale, give or furnish any gel fuel within the City of Chicago.


(c) Notwithstanding the foregoing provisions of this section, gel fuel manufactured for food warming purposes shall not be subject to the limitations set forth herein.


(d) Any person violating this section shall be fined not less than $100.00 nor more than $300.00 for the first offense, and not less than $300.00 nor more than $500.00 for the second and each subsequent offense. Each day that a violation continues shall constitute a separate and distinct offense.


(Added Coun. J. 10-5-11, p. 7954, § 2)
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Related Rules

§ 244.260
Compliance required
§ 14.567
ADOPTED BY REFERENCE
§ 244.340
Sewer and water connections

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