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The mission of the City of Des Plaines is to continually enhance the quality of life enjoyed by the citizens and businesses of the community through the development and delivery of reliable and efficient services.

 

 

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There are forms or permits related to this department available in the Online Reference Desk section of our website.  Click here.Overview  |  Annual Budget  |  Alarm Permits  |  Bond Statements
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Comprehensive Annual Financial Report  |  Garage Sale Permits
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Garage Sale (Occasional Sale) Permits

Any person conducting a garage sale, basement sale, house sale, etc. on premises zoned or used for residential purposes must apply and obtain an occasional sale permit from the Finance Department.  Occasional sales are permitted for 3 consecutive days between 9:00 am and sunset each day.  Not more than 2 sales shall be conducted on the same premises within any calendar year except 3 such sales may be conducted if the person is moving or vacating the premises.  Permits are $6 each.  No sign advising of the sale shall be posted on telephone poles, light standards, street signs or the City right-of-way.  Only signs placed on a stake in the property lawn shall be permitted and must be removed by 6:00 pm on the last day of the permitted sale.

 

 

 


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Events Calendar
9/7/10 City Council Meeting
9/8/10 Economic Development Commission -CANCELLED-
9/13/10 Plan Commission
9/14/10 Historical Society Board
News Headlines
Current Summer Safety Tips
Current Des Plaines River Road Reconstruction Started June 21, 2010
9/3/10 Save Green While Going Green Presentation
9/3/10 9-11 Patriot Day Ceremony Planned
8/25/10 Community Foundation Supports "Central Cares" Backpack Drive

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Labor Day
Residential garbage and recycling collection will be delayed by one day next week. Monday pick-ups will be completed on Tuesday, and so on. Related concerns can be directed to Arc Disposal at 847- 981-0091. 
Independence Day Celebration
The Independence Day weekend was an event to remember in Des Plaines.
Click here to read more about the July 4th celebration.
Casino Groundbreaking
For the $445 million casino and entertainment complex at Des Plaines River Road and Devon Avenue in Des Plaines.
Click here to read more about the groundbreaking.