Illinois § 3.12
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 3.12, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3.12.
"Land disturbing activity" means any change in land, which may result in soil erosion from water or wind and the movement of sediments into state waters or on to lands in the State, including but not limited to, the tilling, clearing, grading, excavating, rehabilitating, transporting, depositing or filling of land, other than federal lands. "Land disturbing activity" does not include such minor activities as home gardens, individual home landscaping, repairs, maintenance or any plat of subdivision approved by municipal or county units of government. This Act shall encourage the establishment of sediment and erosion control ordinances at the municipal and county levels. (Source: P.A. 80-159.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 3.12
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 3.12 cover?
Section 3.12 is part of the Illinois Compiled Statutes, the codified statutory law of Illinois. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Illinois § 3.12?
A common citation format is "Illinois Compiled Statutes § 3.12" (Illinois). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Illinois law?
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How does Illinois § 3.12 apply to my situation?
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