Politics & Government

Vacant Storefronts Could Have a New Look

Ordinance 2012-06 passed 6- 0 on second reading on Monday night.

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Owners of vacant storefronts are now permitted to cover those windows with more than black paper. Ordinance 2012-06 passed 6-0 on second reading on Monday night.

The Vacant Storefront Ordinance amends the Village code, allowing building owners to cover their windows with attractive materials temporarily, until the newly-formed SID can address this issue in greater detail.

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