Land Use & Zoning

In Illinois, which government body has primary authority to adopt and enforce zoning ordinances within a municipality?

AThe Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
BThe municipal government (city council or village board)✓ Correct
CThe Illinois Environmental Protection Agency
DThe county board for all properties in the state

Explanation

In Illinois, zoning authority is primarily a local government function. Municipalities (cities, villages, and towns) adopt and enforce zoning ordinances through their city councils or village boards.

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