Bill Status of HB5222  103rd General Assembly

Short Description:  LOCAL ZONING-SKYLIGHTS

House Sponsors
Rep. Michael J. Kelly

Last Action
DateChamber Action
  4/5/2024HouseRule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee

Statutes Amended In Order of Appearance
55 ILCS 5/5-12001.4 new
60 ILCS 1/110-13 new
65 ILCS 5/11-13-1.3 new


Synopsis As Introduced
Amends the Counties Code, Township Code, and Illinois Municipal Code. Provides that a county, township, or municipality that has adopted regulations relating to the construction of new buildings must require a commercial or residential building with a skylight installed in a flat roof to include a safety screen or other barrier able to withstand, at a minimum, 500 pounds. Defines "skylight". Limits the concurrent exercise of home rule powers. Effective January 1, 2026.

Actions 
DateChamber Action
  2/8/2024HouseFiled with the Clerk by Rep. Michael J. Kelly
  2/9/2024HouseFirst Reading
  2/9/2024HouseReferred to Rules Committee
  3/5/2024HouseAssigned to Counties & Townships Committee
  4/5/2024HouseRule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee