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Divisions  >  Planning Division   >  Zoning   >   Zoning FAQs

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Planning Division - Zoning FAQs  

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Subsections:
Applications & Forms  •   FAQs    •   Maps  •  Ordinances & Regulations   •   Permits  •  Report a Violation   •   Zoning Board of Appeals   •   Other Zoning Issues

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If your FAQ does not appear on this page, check out our other Community Development FAQs listed below, or search our complete list of FAQs using the FAQ search. Economic Development FAQs Neighborhood Standards FAQs Planning FAQs Historic Preservation FAQs

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What is my property zoned as?

How do I get information regarding zoning & subdivision issues?

Can I establish a business in a single-family home located in a residential area?

I own a mobile sign; may I use it for my business?

I live in a residential neighborhood; may I display and sell my vehicle?

If I am replacing an existing fence, do I need a fence permit?

Director
Reid Montgomery

425 E. State Street
Rockford, IL  61104
(815) 987-5600 phone
(815) 967-6933 fax