North Shore Gas Inspections
North Shore Gas periodically conducts regulatory inspections and maintenance on gas-related equipment inside and outside a customer’s home or business. For the next few weeks, North Shore Gas will be in Green Oaks detecting any gas leaks. You will see the workers in the North Shore Gas vehicles and company marked clothing along with ID badges. They will be on your property near the gas meter location to determine any leaks. If there is a leak, you will be notified in person if you are home or a “Sorry I Missed You Today” card will be left with instructions. If you have the “Blue Flame Notice” please call 866-556-6005 to schedule a date, otherwise please call 866-556-6004 to schedule a date or if you have any questions.
There is no need for alarm, but in any case you do not feel safe, please call 911 or the Lake County Sheriff’s non-emergency number at 847-549-5200
ComEd Tree Trimming
Arborists performing vegetation management for ComEd will be working in the Village of Green Oaks within the next 3 months.
Large trees and branches can cause extended power outages when they come in contact with overhead power lines. While ComEd has an extensive maintenance program in place which helps keep lines clear for distribution and transmission rights of way, we understand there may still be a need for further assistance. Find options for tree trimming near service wires or between poles on or near your property.
For your safety, do not climb trees or trim trees that are located near power lines without taking necessary precautions first. Hiring a qualified contractor is a safer alternative. Always keep children away from trees that are near power lines. Even momentary contact with a power line, or a tree or branch that is in contact with a power line, can severely injure or kill. Contact ComEd for further assistance at call 800-EDISON-1 (800-334-7661) or visit ComEd.com/trees
There is no need for alarm, but in any case you do not feel safe, please call 911 or the Lake County Sheriff’s non-emergency number at 847-549-5200
Are you a NEW business in Green Oaks?
Make sure to complete the business license application and mail it to the Village! Welcome to the Village!
Green Oaks Business license Application Packet
Village Electrical Aggregation Program
For many years the Village has had a program where we aggregate our electric and commit to a supplier with the intent of saving residents on their electric bill. Our contract will be expiring in August of this year. In trying to continue this program, the Village was unable to secure pricing better than ComEd’s rate, so residents will be switched over to ComEd as our supplier. The change will be seem-less on your bill and there is nothing you need to do. Your bill will be exactly the same, but with ComEd’s new rate of .07309 kWh. The Village is still monitoring suppliers’ rates and we will enter a new aggregation contract when we are able to secure a rate better than ComEd’s.
This information will be available to companies that provide energy and some may contact you. Many of these companies have low introductory rates that go up dramatically through time. Beware of such schemes.
Increase in sewer & sewer maintenance rates as of 7/1/2025
This wholesale sewer rate increase is due to a rate modification by the Village of Libertyville, the regional wastewater treatment provider. The sewer rate for all customers of the County’s Southeast Central System is being increased. This entire increase is attributable to a “pass-through” cost from the Village of Libertyville affecting all wholesale customers tributary to the Libertyville treatment plant. The quarterly sanitary sewer rate for those customers West of the tollway will increase from $202.50 to $211.50, and for those customers East of the tollway in the North Shore Sanitary District will increase from $57.55 to $60.11.
The water and sewer service provided by our municipal system is still among the most economical and cost-effective prices in the area. The Village’s water and sewer system is currently being operated with a break-even philosophy, and we will endeavor to keep it that way.
If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to contact the Village Administrative Office at (847) 362-5363.
Green Oaks Building Codes
| IBC | International Building Code, 2021 Edition |
| IRC | International Residential Code, 2021 Edition |
| NEC | National Electric Code, 2017 Edition |
| IPC | Illinois Plumbing Code, 2014 Edition |
| IECC | International Energy Conservation Code, 2018 Edition (w/ amendments) |
| IMC | International Mechanical Code, 2021 Edition |
| IAC | Illinois Accessibility Code, Latest Edition |
| VOGO | Village of Green Oaks Local Amendments |
| IPC | International Property Maintenance Code, 2021 Edition |
GROOT Rate Increase Effective January 1, 2025
Service Level Option Pricing & Description
Residents have several service level options to choose from. All options include unlimited recycling, described in this guide.
| Service Description |
2025 Rate (Effective Jan. 1, 2025) |
2024 Rate |
| Curb Unlimited Service | $26.98 | $25.94 |
| Senior Unlimited Service | $24.27 | $23.34 |
| Curb Limited Service | $22.78 | $21.90 |
| Senior Curb Limited Service | $20.50 | $19.71 |
| Recycling Only Service | $7.80 | $7.50 |
| Refuse Collection Tag | $3.80 | $3.65 |
| Landscape Waste Annual Subscription | $165.00 | $160.00 |
| Landscape Waste Collection Tag | $2.70 | $2.65 |
| Fall Leaf Collection | No Charge | No Charge |
Curb Unlimited Service
- Unlimited collection of regular refuse in bags or containers of residents choice.
Curb Limited Service
- All materials must be placed in a 95 gallon covered container, provided by hauler. Additional materials may be placed in a bag or container (32 gals. Or less) and affix with a pre-paid tag.
Tag Service
- Resident must purchase tags locally and affix them to all refuse bags or containers. Bags and containers may be no more than 32 gallons.
Observed Holidays :
- New Years Day
- Memorial Day
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Christmas Day