Recently Passed & Most Requested Ordinances

 

Here are a few of the most requested ordinances for the City of Evanston. Click here to view the complete City Code.

Ordinance Banning Hand-held Cell Phones While Driving

The Evanston City Council recently passed an ordinance making it illegal to speak on a hand-held cell phone while driving. Drivers, as of March 15th, 2010, will now be required to use a hands-free device in a public safety effort to curtail distracted driving. The City ordinance calls for a $50 fine, with an added $200 penalty if the violation occurs at the time of a traffic accident.

 

Anti-Idling Ordinance

Evanston City Council adopted an anti-idling ordinance at the June 26, 2006, City Council meeting. The new ordinance prohibits standing or parked vehicles that are over 8,000 lbs. in gross weight from idling their engines for more than five minutes in any 60 minute period.

 

Anti-Panhandling Ordinance

 

BBQ Grill Ordinance

 

Curfew Ordinance

 

False Alarm Ordinance

 

Motorized Vehicles Ordinance

 

Nuisance Premises Ordinance

 

Residential Landlord & Tenant Ordinance

 

Sprinkler System Requirements (Part of the adopted Fire Prevention Regulations)

 

Weapons Ordinance