West Chicago — Ch. 7 Housing § 7-49
Establish boundaries
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(a) The boundaries of the Turner Junction Historic District are as illustrated on the original map of the West Chicago Historic District and which are described as follows: Beginning at the point where the Chicago and Northwestern Railroad property adjoins the Elgin, Joliet and Eastern Railroad property and Aurora Street; thence northerly along the eastern boundary of the Elgin, Joliet and Eastern Railroad property; thence northeasterly along the southeastern boundary of the Chicago and Northwestern Railroad property; thence southeasterly along the northeastern boundary of Jacobson's Assessment Plat; thence easterly along the couth [south] line of McConnell Avenue; thence southerly along the west line of Arbor Avenue extending to a point on the south line of Washington Street; thence southeasterly along the southwest line of High Street; thence southwesterly along the northwest lone [line] of Center Street extending to a point on the southwest lone [line] of Main Street; thence northwesterly along the north boundary of the Chicago and Northwestern Railroads property to the point of beginning. (b) The Turner Junction Historic District is hereby established and designated as a local historic district pursuant to the terms and provisions adopted by the city council outlined in the Ordinance No. 2365, November 5, 1990. Cross reference-- Historical preservation commission, § 2-278 et seq.; landmark and historic district regulations, § 4-90 et seq.
West Chicago's Ch. 7 Housing § 7-49 formally establishes the Turner Junction Historic District by defining its precise geographic boundaries through a series of property lines, railroad corridors, and street edges. The district was officially designated as a local historic district under Ordinance No. 2365, adopted by the city council on November 5, 1990. Properties falling within these boundaries are subject to the city's landmark and historic district regulations, as cross-referenced in §§ 4-90 et seq.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating within the Turner Junction Historic District as defined in § 7-49 generally ensure that any proposed alterations, improvements, or new construction are reviewed against the city's landmark and historic district regulations found in §§ 4-90 et seq. Compliant operators typically consult the Historical Preservation Commission (§ 2-278 et seq.) before undertaking work that could affect the historic character of their properties. Confirming whether a specific parcel falls within the district boundaries described in § 7-49 is a common first step in that process.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Tenants residing within the Turner Junction Historic District established by § 7-49 may have additional protections or considerations that apply to their housing, given that the district is governed by landmark and historic district regulations under §§ 4-90 et seq. If a tenant believes that alterations to a historically designated property are being made without proper oversight, they may consider contacting the West Chicago Historical Preservation Commission referenced in § 2-278 et seq. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with local historic district rules can help explain how § 7-49 and related provisions may affect a particular rental situation.
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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