Frequently Asked Questions

In addition to the health regulations, the Community Development Department has building, zoning, mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire protection requirements. To obtain a copy of the restaurant construction guidelines, please visit the

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You must obtain an Outdoor Activity Permit and a temporary food permit from the Health Department. Depending on circumstances, other permits (tent, sign, etc.) may also be necessary. To access this form, view the permits tab under the

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Zoning regulations prohibit such a home occupation. For more information, view the

Prior to purchasing the establishment please review the restaurant construction guidelines to determine what will be required to bring the facility into compliance. You can obtain a copy of the restaurant construction guidelines by visiting the

No, The City of Rolling Meadows does not provide this service. To find locations administering the flu shot, please visit the

Dead birds and squirrels can be double bagged and disposed with the regular trash.

Please contact an environmental health consulting company or visit the Illinois Department of Public Health Guidelines'

Residents are allowed a total of 4 dogs, cats, or other household domestic animals.

The owner or any building who rents or leases a unit must maintain the temperature at 65 degrees during the day and 60 degrees at night from October 1 to May 15.

No, employees may only consume food and/or use tobacco products in designated break areas that are separate from all food handling and dishwashing areas.

Employees, prior to handling food, must wash their hands after any activity that may have contaminated their hands. Therefore, they must wash their hands after handling money and before handling food.

Generally speaking, the answer is no. Bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods, such as foods that will not be undergoing any further cooking, must be minimized. Therefore, the use of a proper utensil or single-use gloves is required when handling ready-to-eat foods.

If you think you have become ill from eating contaminated food seek medical attention immediately. You should have a stool specimen cultured to determine the cause of illness. Please contact us at 847-506-6030 or fill out an

Refrigerators should stay at 41 degrees Fahrenheit (5 degrees Celsius) or less. A temperature of 41 degrees Fahrenheit (5 degrees Celsius) or less is important because it slows the growth of most bacteria. The temperature won't kill the bacteria, but it will limit them from multiplying, and the fewer there are, the less likely you are to get sick from them.
Freezing at 0 degrees Fahrenheit (-18 degrees Celsius) or less stops bacterial growth. However, it won't kill all bacteria already present.

This depends greatly on 2 factors: How long the power was interrupted and whether you opened the refrigerator or freezer doors after your power was lost. Most refrigerators and freezers not opened after a loss of power will maintain their temperature for quite some time. Refrigeration units can usually maintain a safe temperature for 8-12 hours. Freezers, if kept closed, can maintain a safe temperature for 24-48 hours.
If the refrigeration or freezer units have been opened, much of the temperature holding capacity has been lost. If your power is interrupted for more than 4 hours, the rule of "when in doubt, throw it out" applies to foods in your refrigerator. The foods in the freezer may be used if not completely thawed for more than 4 hours.