Illinois 103rd Regular Session Status: Died

HB 4981 — MUNI CD-HOME-BASED BUSINESSES

Last action — Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee

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  3. Died in session

This bill died with 103rd Regular Session. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there is no live prognosis. It would have to be reintroduced in the current session to move again.

Summary

Amends the Illinois Municipal Code. Provides that a zoning ordinance or other zoning regulation may not (1) prohibit a home-based business from serving clients by appointment, (2) prohibit 2 or fewer nonresident employees from working at a home-based business, (3) prohibit or require structural modifications for a home-based business, (4) restrict the amount of floor space a home-based business may use, or (5) restrict storage or the use of equipment that does not produce effects outside the home or accessory structure. Defines terms. Limits the concurrent exercise of home rule powers. Effective immediately.

Bill Text

Action History

  1. Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee

  2. Assigned to Small Business, Tech Innovation, and Entrepreneurship Committee

  3. Referred to Rules Committee

  4. First Reading

  5. Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Tim Ozinga

Sponsors

  • Tim Ozinga · Primary

Sponsorship breakdown

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 182 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

  • Tim Ozinga

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (182)

182 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Subjects

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Frequently asked questions

What does HB 4981 do?
Amends the Illinois Municipal Code. Provides that a zoning ordinance or other zoning regulation may not (1) prohibit a home-based business from serving clients by appointment, (2) prohibit 2 or fewer nonresident employees from working at a home-based business, (3) prohibit or require structural modifications for a home-based business, (4) restrict the amount of floor space a home-based business may use, or (5) restrict storage or the use of equipment that does not produce effects outside the home or accessory structure. Defines terms. Limits the concurrent exercise of home rule powers. Effective immediately.
Who sponsors HB 4981?
HB 4981 is sponsored by Tim Ozinga.
What is the current status of HB 4981?
This bill died with 103rd Regular Session. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track HB 4981?
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