Glen Ellyn — Title 7 Ch. 5 Rooming Houses § 7-5-17
Off street parking spaces
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Rooming houses accommodating more than three persons, in addition to the members of the family of the owner or keeper, shall provide parking spaces as required by the zoning ordinance. Rooming houses accommodating less than three such roomers shall provide at least two off street parking spaces.
Glen Ellyn Title 7, Chapter 5, Section 7-5-17 establishes off-street parking requirements for rooming houses based on occupancy. Rooming houses that house more than three persons beyond the owner's or keeper's family must meet the parking standards set by the local zoning ordinance. Smaller rooming houses accommodating fewer than three such roomers must provide a minimum of two off-street parking spaces regardless of zoning requirements.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators of rooming houses in Glen Ellyn should be aware that Section 7-5-17 ties parking obligations to the number of roomers housed beyond the owner's or keeper's family. Those running larger operations—more than three such roomers—must consult the applicable zoning ordinance to determine the exact number of required spaces. Operators of smaller rooming houses with fewer than three roomers must ensure that at least two off-street parking spaces are available and maintained on the property.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 7-5-17 establishes that tenants residing in a rooming house are entitled to the benefit of adequate off-street parking as required by this provision. If a rooming house appears to lack the required parking spaces, tenants may consider raising the issue with Glen Ellyn's local code enforcement or municipal authorities. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Glen Ellyn municipal code can help residents understand what options may be available when a rooming house does not appear to comply with parking requirements.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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