Approved on May 17, 2007 (Ord. 2007-13) Amended by Ord. 2008-12, 2011-47, 2012-59, 2014-49, 2014-52 and 2015-06 ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

Woodridge Village Board Woodridge Plan Commission

William Murphy, Mayor Donn Zawacki, Chairman Eileene Nystrom, Village Clerk Commissioners Board of Trustees Susan Burtnette Pamela Beavers Albert Caprio Robert Brandt Timothy Goodwin John Curran Peter Krywaruczenko Mary Ann Frank Joseph Przepiorka Joseph Kagann Thomas Sydelko Richard Wood

Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee

The following people served as part of a special committee to develop the updated Woodridge Com- prehensive Plan. Their time and commitment in this project is of special recognition.

Joseph Przepiorka, Plan Commission Bob Bester, Quality Community Task Force Mike Krucek, Woodridge Area Chamber of Commerce Joe Conroy, ProLogis Todd Naccarato, Wilton Industries Inc. Jeff Buending, Seven Bridges Home Owners Association (Single-Family Community) Michael Seidelman, Natural Falls Resorts (Multi-Family Community) Jenny Savulsky, Woodridge Park District Bridget Johnson, Community Resource Center

Planning and Development Department

Michael Mays, Director of Planning and Development Emily Dannenberg, Senior Planner Heather Rowe

Planning Consultant

HNTB Corporation 111 N. Canal Street Suite 1250 Chicago, Illinois 60606 (312) 930-9119 www.hntb.com

Special thanks is due, as well, to many other Village staff members, governmental bodies, other organi- zations, and interested citizens who spent time assisting with various facets of this project. What is the Comprehensive Plan?

The Woodridge Comprehensive Plan is:

• A policy document that is flexible, unlike a law or regulation;

• Long-range in orientation and intended to express general community aspirations;

• Specific enough to guide day-to-day activities of the Plan Com- mission, Village Board, and Village staff; and

• Geographically comprehensive, it provides policy guidance for both the incorporated land within the Village and land within its planning area that may be annexed in the future.

COMPREHENSIVE PLAN VILLAGE OF WOODRIDGE, IL TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction...... 1 The Comprehensive Planning Process...... 3 Locational Framework...... 4 Planning Area...... 4

Community Vision...... 7 Community Assessment...... 8 General Community Goals - The Vision for Woodridge...... 9

Community Character and Quality of Life...... 11 Community Character Attributes...... 12 Community Character and Goals and Policies...... 14

Land Use...... 17 Existing Land Use Patterns...... 18 Land Use Goals and Policies...... 21 Future Land Use Framework...... 24 Comprehensive Plan Land Use Distribution...... 31

Sub-area Plans...... 33 Seven Bridges Area...... 36 Janes Avenue Corridor...... 38 North Lemont Road/75th Street...... 40 Woodward Avenue...... 42 Woodcrest/Timber Trails...... 44 South Lemont Road...... 45 Joliet/Bluff/Davey Roads...... 46 Town Centre...... 48

Community Facilities and Open Space...... 51 Public Schools...... 52 Village Administration...... 52 Public Works and Utilities...... 55 Police Department...... 57

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Fire Protection...... 57 Library...... 58 U.S. Post Office...... 58 Woodridge Park District...... 58 Forest Preserves...... 59 Community Facilities and Open Space Goals and Policies...... 60

Transportation...... 65 Roadways...... 66 Sidewalks and Bikeway System...... 68 Public Transportation...... 68 Transportation Goals and Policies...... 71

Housing...... 75 Housing Trends...... 76 Housing Affordability...... 77 Housing Goals and Policies...... 78

Economic Development...... 81 Economic Development Goals and Policies...... 83

Implementation...... 87 Administration of the Plan...... 88 Development Regulations and Guidelines...... 89 Capital Improvement Program...... 90 Funding Source Options...... 90 Communication Tools...... 91 Plan Review and Update...... 91

Appendix...... 92 1. Town Centre Master Plan...... 93 2. Storm Sewer Inventory...... 94

COMPREHENSIVE PLAN VILLAGE OF WOODRIDGE, IL LIST OF FIGURES

1. Vicinity Map...... 5 2. Planning Area Boundary...... 6 3. Existing Land Use...... 19 4. Future Land Use Framework...... 25 5. Sub-area Key Map...... 35 6. Seven Bridges Area...... 36 7. Janes Avenue Corridor...... 38 8. North Lemont Road/75th Street...... 40 9. Woodward Avenue...... 42 10. Woodcrest/Timber Trails...... 44 11. South Lemont Road...... 45 12. Joliet/Bluff/Davey Road...... 46 13. Town Centre...... 48 14. Community Facilities and Open Space Framework...... 53 15. Transportation Framework...... 69

LIST OF TABLES 1. Population Trends and Forecasts...... 4 2. Comparison of 1995, 2006 and Projected Land Uses by Percentage.....31 3. Comparison of 1995, 2006 and Projected Land Uses by Acres...... 31 4. Highest Priorities for Water and/or Sewer Extensions...... 55 5. Woodridge Fire Protection Districts and Service Areas...... 57 6. Functional Street Classification...... 67

LIST OF CHARTS 1. Comparison of 1995, 2006 and Projected Land Uses by Percentage.....32 2. Year 2000 Distribution of Dwelling Units by Percentage...... 76

COMPREHENSIVE PLAN VILLAGE OF WOODRIDGE, IL COMPREHENSIVE PLAN INTRODUCTION ORGANIZATION

Introduction

Community Vision

Community Character & Quality of Life

Land Use

Sub-area Plans The Village of Woodridge, Illinois is located approximately 25 miles Community Facilities southwest of downtown Chicago and is situated just east of the Du- & Open Space Page River. It was incorporated in 1959, at which time it consisted of two-thirds (2/3) of one (1) square mile in size and was populated with Transportation 459 residents. Since that time, Woodridge has grown signifi cantly and is now comprised of nine (9) square miles and 33,253 residents,

Housing according to the 2004 U.S. Special Census.

Economic Development

Implementation

COMPREHENSIVE PLAN VILLAGE OF WOODRIDGE, IL 1 INTRODUCTION

The Village of Woodridge initiated the update of its 1995 Comprehensive Plan in 2005. This Plan is an update of the 1995 Woodridge Comprehensive Plan in that it refl ects the current community vision, and yet responds to changes in market conditions and development patterns that have occurred over the past twelve years. The updated Plan focuses on the opportunities provided by redevelopment of existing uses and infi ll sites within the Village limits and by property within the Village’s planning area remaining to be annexed in the future.

The updated Plan is generally based on the current requirements of the State of Illinois’ Local Planning Technical Assistance Act. The Village of Woodridge is committed to taking an active role in facilitating development that is consis- tent with the goals and policies contained in the Comprehensive Plan.

COMPREHENSIVE PLAN VILLAGE OF WOODRIDGE, IL 2 INTRODUCTION

THE COMPREHENSIVE PLANNING PROCESS

The planning process was structured with a focus on public participa- tion, which is described in the following section. The update of the Comprehensive Plan was guided by a Steering Committee comprised of local offi cials, residents, representatives of Village organizations, and members of the business community. The 16-month comprehen- sive planning process included the following steps:

PUBLIC PARTICIPATION This entailed a thorough analysis of existing community condi- tions. An overview of the results of this analysis is contained in the A variety of meetings and other Community Vision element of the Comprehensive Plan. STEP 1 public involvement activities were conducted throughout the plan- This included development of planning goals and objectives. ning process to solicit input re- These are meant to provide suffi cient policy direction, while still garding planning issues and op- providing fl exibility to remain relevant over the next ten years. portunities within the Village. This Specifi c goals and action-oriented policies that address the ob- open process helped generate jectives developed early in the process related to community the overall vision for Woodridge STEP 2 character, land use, community facilities and open space, trans- in the future. portation, housing, and economic development are included in subsequent sections of the Comprehensive Plan. ● Steering Committee Kick-Off ● Key Person Interviews ● Community Facilities Surveys Using the planning goals and objectives as a guide, the third step ● Community Workshop # 1 entailed the crafting of land use and development recommenda- ● Community Surveys tions for the entire Village, and for select community sub-areas. ● Steering Committee Review This process was undertaken utilizing an interactive GIS-based Meetings land use scenario building tool that enabled the Steering Com- STEP 3 ● Community Forum mittee and Village staff to “test” various future land use scenarios ● Community Workshop # 2 and reach consensus on the preferred future land use alterna- ● Plan Commission and Village tive. Board Hearings/Adoption Following development of consensus on the preferred land use and development scenarios, a preliminary community-wide plan was prepared. Upon receiving public comments, the Steering Committee provided oversight for the preparation of the fi nal, STEP 4 complete Comprehensive Plan document.

COMPREHENSIVE PLAN VILLAGE OF WOODRIDGE, IL 3 INTRODUCTION

LOCATIONAL FRAMEWORK

Woodridge is ideally located with excellent access to the regional transporta- tion system, as both the Illinois North-South Tollway (I-355) and Interstate 55 (I-55) traverse the community. Figure 1 Vicinity Map identifi es the loca- tion of Woodridge, along with surrounding communities and regional access routes.

PLANNING AREA

Woodridge is projected to continue to grow and this growth will occur both within the current Village boundary and its planning area. According to the 2000 U.S. Census, the Village of Woodridge had a total population of 30,934 – almost an 18% increase since 1990 when the Village’s total population was 26,256. According to a special census conducted in 2004, Woodridge’s popu- lation had grown further to a total of 33,253. The Village is projected to grow an additional 39% to a population of 42,889 people by 2030.

Table 1: Population Trends and Forecasts 2030 Percentage Percentage 1990 2000 Population Change Change Population Population Projection (1990-2000) (2000-2030) Village of Woodridge 26,253 30,934 42,889 18% 39%

DuPage County 781,666 904,161 1,002,325 16% 11%

Northeastern IL (six- 7,261,176 8,091,720 10,034,835 11% 24% county region)

Source: U.S. Census and Northeastern Illinois Planning Commission (NIPC)

Planning for the entirety of Woodridge requires the Village to also plan for some adjacent unincorporated areas. These are areas that are outside of the current Village boundaries and within its one and one-half (1-1/2) mile extraterritorial planning jurisdiction (ETJ), provided for by Illinois State law. It should be noted that the planning area is limited by boundary agreements that the Village has with the neighboring communities of Naperville, Lisle, Downers Grove, Darien, and Lemont. The unincorporated areas within the Village planning area are indicated on Figure 2 Planning Area Boundary.

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Village of Woodridge, Illinois Comprehensive Plan 6 May 2007 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN COMMUNITY VISION ORGANIZATION

Introduction

Community Vision

Community Character & Quality of Life

Land Use

Sub-area Plans As part of a comprehensive planning process, it is imperative to un- Community Facilities derstand where the community is now so local offi cials and residents & Open Space can make clear, informed decisions about the vision and goals for the future. This includes a Community Assessment that identifi es Transportation existing conditions in Woodridge, and General Goals that set forth the overall community vision. Housing

Economic Development

Implementation

COMPREHENSIVE PLAN VILLAGE OF WOODRIDGE, IL 7 COMMUNITY VISION

COMMUNITY ASSESSMENT

As the initial step in the comprehensive planning process, the com- Elements of the Community munity assessment of Woodridge entailed: Assessment and Issues and Opportunities Report (available under separate cover) ● Conducting interviews with Village staff, residents, business own- ers, and representatives of other stakeholder groups. ● Existing Land Use ● A detailed analysis of a variety of data sources, including its land ● Building Conditions use pattern, population, housing, transportation system, and ● Community Character community facilities. ● Key Pending and Proposed Development Activity ● Review of existing local plans and data related to parks and open ● Demographic Overview space, economic development activities, school and infrastruc- ● Access and Circulation ture capacity, and development regulations. ● Community Facilities and Resources ● Conducting a community forum and community survey. ● Development Regulations ● Economic Development The culmination of this analysis was the creation of the Community Activities Assessment and Issues and Opportunities Report in July 2006 (avail- ● Communications Tools able under separate cover). Key insights gleaned from the communi- ● Issues and Opportunities ty assessment shaped the Woodridge vision for the future and formed the basis for the policies included in the Plan.

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GENERAL COMMUNITY GOALS - THE VISION FOR WOODRIDGE

This section identifi es the general, community-wide planning goals that pro- vide the vision for Woodridge, and build upon the general goals from the 1995 Comprehensive Plan.

General Goal #1

We will achieve a carefully considered pattern of physical growth and development in our community that provides for well designed and economically and environmentally sustainable residential, business, and employment areas.

General Goal #2

We will be seen as a physically distinctive and high-quality community, with a unique and recognizable identity.

General Goal #3

We will continue to enhance and improve the quality of life for our citizens through the provision of new employment opportunities, the provision of quality community facilities and services, and environmentally responsible development.

General Goal #4

We will forge and maintain strong public and private partnerships to capitalize upon and coordinate all resources and assets our community has to offer in carrying out plans, policies, and programs.

COMPREHENSIVE PLAN VILLAGE OF WOODRIDGE, IL 9 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN VILLAGE OF WOODRIDGE, IL 10 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN OMMUNITY CHARACTER AND ORGANIZATION C QUALITY OF LIFE Introduction

Community Vision

Community Character & Quality of Life

Land Use

Sub-area Plans

Community Facilities Among the most important characteristics that make Woodridge a & Open Space desirable community is its community character and the quality of life that is offered to Village residents. This element of the Plan pro- Transportation vides a brief description of some of the variables that contribute to the community character of Woodridge and make it distinctive from Housing other communities.

Economic Development

Implementation

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COMMUNITY CHARACTER ATTRIBUTES

Some of the key attributes that contribute to community character and the quality of life in Woodridge are described as follows:

Town Centre: Located along Janes Avenue and Center Drive be- tween 75th Street and Hobson Road, the Town Centre is the civic hub of Woodridge. Within the Town Centre are a variety of governmental facilities including the Village Hall, Woodridge Public Library, Police Department, Public Works Department, U.S. Post Offi ce, Park District Community Center, and park and open space areas. This “campus” of civic facilities and open space is the central gathering place for Woodridge community functions.

Natural Features: The Woodridge planning area benefi ts from a number of environmental features and access to over 4,600 acres of Forest Preserve land. A signifi cant natural feature is the east branch of the DuPage River on the western edge of the Village. The Des Plaines River also runs along the southern edge of the planning area. Surrounding these hydrologic features are steep slopes, woodland areas, and low-lying fl oodplain areas that enhance the physical char- acter of adjoining neighborhoods and provide recreational opportuni- ties for all Village residents.

Open Space: Woodridge is unique in its abundance of open space and recreational opportunities. The Village and Woodridge Park Dis- trict work closely together to achieve common open space. Open space priorities that have been identifi ed by the Village and Park Dis- trict include preservation of the School District 99 site within the Town Centre and property currently part of the Ide Tree Farm located north of 83rd Street and east of Woodward Avenue.

Recreational Amenities: Woodridge residents have access to a variety of recreational opportunities within and surrounding the Vil- lage. These include three golf courses, three theater complexes, a large aquatic center, a public pool, an ice arena, a large number of athletic fi elds, and approximately 19 miles of bikeways.

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Urban Design Features: The Village has undertaken certain ur- ban design projects. Street trees and median landscaping have been planted along Center and Woodridge Drives within the Town Centre area. The Village also recently completed construction of streetscape improvements that unify the appearance of Janes Avenue, near 83rd Street. The Village has constructed nine entryway signs at high-vis- ibility locations welcoming motorists into Woodridge.

Sustainability Initiatives: Woodridge offi cials and staff are com- mitted to promoting “sustainability.” The Village is already utilizing many sustainable practices and is in the process of developing a proactive strategy to educate residents and business owners about the benefi ts of incorporating sustainable practices into their daily lives and business plans.

Other existing Village strategies, programs, and regulations that promote sustainability and contribute toward the overall quality of life in Woodridge include the following:

● Street tree planting requirements and a street tree cost-share program that helps to reduce energy consumption and improve air quality. ● The tree preservation ordinance promotes preservation of ma- ture trees and requires tree replacement to help improve air quality, lower energy costs and heat island effect, and reduce soil erosion and stormwater run-off and provide ecological ben- efi ts. ● The recycling program encourages environmental responsibil- ity. ● The community mulch pile is made possible by local recycling of materials, and mulch is available to residents free of charge. The use of this material by the Village and residents contributes to water conservation.

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COMMUNITY CHARACTER GOALS AND POLICIES

These specifi c goals and policies are intended to provide general pol- icy direction. Goals describe a desired end state toward which plan- ning efforts should be directed, while policies describe action steps that are to be taken to achieve the respective goals.

GOAL A

We will develop a strong and positive physical community image through public and private improvements that enhance various physical features of the community and contribute to the community’s sense of place.

Policy #1: Utilize urban design improvements to enhance community identity.

The Village has utilized urban design and streetscape improvements such as landscaping, pedestrian amenities, and entryway signage to enhance the identity of Woodridge and create a sense of place. The Village will continue to encourage property owners to expand these efforts to other areas of the Village as new development and redevel- opment occur, to distinguish Woodridge from other communities.

Policy #2 Enhance the identity of Woodridge by unifying the appearance of corridors with distinctive physical features.

The aesthetic condition of Woodridge’s principal arterials is a rep- resentation of the overall community image to citizens, visitors, and through-travelers. With the exception of entryway signs at certain lo- cations, there are few physical elements that distinguish the major corridors through Woodridge. The Village should develop a “palette” of improvements for major corridors including parkway trees, street lighting, additional entryway signs, banners, and public signage to unify and distinguish major corridors through Woodridge.

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GOAL B

We will protect open spaces and natural resources which enhance the quality of life and provide a counterpoint to developed areas.

Policy #3: Continue to preserve natural features and open space.

As remaining vacant properties are developed, the Village will contin- ue to require preservation of open space and natural features includ- ing wetlands, woodlands, and fl oodplains. Working in collaboration with the Park District, the Village will pursue strategic acquisition of open space and connections to existing community parks and bike- ways.

GOAL C

We will build upon ongoing sustainability efforts to minimize the environmental impact of development and other activities in the Village.

Policy #4: Promote sustainable development practices and “green” building and site design.

The Village will develop guidelines that will educate residents and business owners about the benefi ts of sustainable practices, both for the purposes of sustainability and cost savings for property owners. Additionally, the Village will continue its efforts to educate homeown- ers’ associations about property maintenance needs of detention/re- tention basins, and the benefi ts of natural landscaping.

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GOAL D

We will encourage the expansion of cultural and educational activities and resources in the Village.

Policy #5: Support expansion of educational and cultural programs and resources that benefi t Village residents.

The Village of Woodridge is fortunate to be home to many public and private entities which have facilities and programs that contribute to- ward the quality of life for Village residents. These include the Park District, Woodridge Public Library, Community Resource Center, and Woodridge Community Pantry. The Village will continue to support and work in cooperation with these entities to expand programs for all ages, including senior citizens and youth.

COMPREHENSIVE PLAN VILLAGE OF WOODRIDGE, IL 16 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN LAND USE ORGANIZATION

Introduction

Community Vision

Community Character & Quality of Life

Land Use

Sub-area Plans The land use element of the Plan sets forth the desired land use Community Facilities pattern for the planning area over the next ten to fi fteen years. This & Open Space element includes the Existing Land Use map as a means of com- parison to the Future Land Use Framework. The future land use cat- Transportation egories used in the Future Land Use Framework are described in this element. Also included is a comparison of the number of acres

Housing and percentages of land area devoted to the various land uses in 1995 (when the Plan was last updated), at the present time, and as Economic projected in the future. Development

Implementation

COMPREHENSIVE PLAN VILLAGE OF WOODRIDGE, IL 17 LAND USE

EXISTING LAND USE PATTERNS

Existing patterns of land use are a strong infl uence on potential fu- ture land uses, and are therefore an important consideration in the planning process. Figure 3 Existing Land Use identifi es the different existing land uses within the Village and its planning area. Detailed descriptions of the existing land use categories are included in the Community Assessment and Issues and Opportunities Report. The following observations describe the overall existing land use pattern in Woodridge:

● Woodridge is largely a mature, low-density residential community with single-family residential as the primary land use, represent- ing approximately 36% of the Village’s land area. Multi-family residential occupies approximately 5% of the land area in Woodridge.

● Just over 2% of the total land area of the Village is in commercial use. These uses are primarily located along the major arterials of 75th Street, Woodward Avenue, and Hobson Road.

● Seven Bridges, located at the northwest corner of Woodridge, contains a mix of uses that allow for residents to live, work, and shop within the development. Permitting extension of the mixed use category would allow for expansion of this desirable develop- ment pattern.

● Parks, open space, and detention/retention comprise approxi- mately 14% of the total land area of Woodridge.

● The presence of business park and industrial uses, particularly in ProLogis Park Internationale Centre, provide employment op- portunities.

● Vacant land remaining in the Village is primarily located along Woodward Avenue.

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LAND USE GOALS AND POLICIES

Goals and policies for land use are as follows:

GOAL A

We will provide housing stock and a living environment which will accommodate anticipated future growth and provide a positive community identity.

Policy #1: Maintain a balance among land uses.

The Village seeks to promote sustainable, balanced growth. As such, it intends to continue to permit a broad mix of residential, commercial, business park, and light industrial uses that will enhance the tax base, but avoid straining community services and infrastructure. The Plan indicates appropriate locations for various uses, so that they remain compatible with one another.

Policy #2 Provide adequate transitions between single-family residential and more intensive land uses.

The proposed future land use pattern seeks to protect single-family neighborhoods from negative impacts such as traffi c, noise, glare, and odor. Single-family neighborhoods should be buffered from more intensive uses by less intensive uses or earthen berms, extensive landscaping, common open space, wall, fences, and/or other meth- ods of screening.

Policy #3: Ensure infi ll development is consistent with adjoining land uses.

The future land use plan identifi es land uses for vacant infi ll parcels that will not have negative impacts on existing adjoining land uses.

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Policy #4 Preserve open space and environmental features as infi ll development occurs.

The Village should ensure that site planning and design preserves the maximum amount of open space and is sensitive to environmen- tal features including wooded areas, large trees, wetlands, and fl ood- plains. All existing public and private open space features are desig- nated in the Plan for continued use as parks and open space.

GOAL B

We will develop aesthetically pleasing and functionally well-designed retail and commercial areas.

Policy #5: Discourage “strip” commercial and encourage coordinated commercial development in “nodes” at major intersections.

New commercial developments should be designed in a coordinated manner, rather than be “sprawled” along corridors on individual sites. Creating “nodes” or concentrations of planned commercial uses at major intersections, rather than isolated individual commercial uses is the preferred land use pattern. This allows for the provision of shared parking and access drives, coordinated signage, and consistent site and building improvements.

Policy #6 Facilitate enhancement of the 75th Street corridor.

As commercial properties along the corridor age and in some cases become obsolete, efforts must be made to minimize vacancies and encourage private property improvements to ensure that the corri- dor remains viable for commercial purposes. This can be achieved through a combination of efforts including: code enforcement, busi- ness attraction/retention efforts, requiring high-quality building and site design, and public realm improvements.

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GOAL C

We will encourage a strong office, office research, and industrial base in the community that is compatible with adjacent residential uses.

Policy #7: Permit new offi ce development as a transition to less intensive nearby residential uses.

We will encourage development of offi ce uses in areas where they serve as an appropriate transition from more intense uses to less intense uses such as single-family residential uses. The impact of offi ce uses on adjacent residential uses should be minimized through the use of buffering. This may consist of berms, landscaping, fencing, etc.

Policy #8: Allow light industrial uses at locations where they will have minimal impact on residential areas.

Light industrial uses are allowed at locations where they can minimize impacts on residential uses. Appropriate locations are identifi ed on the periphery of ProLogis Park Internationale Centre, along the east side of Joliet Road, on the west side of north Lemont Road, and abut- ting the west side of I-355 between 71st and 75th Streets. Light indus- trial uses shall be required to screen outdoor operations and storage from adjoining residential uses and the public right-of-way. Access and circulation on these sites must be carefully designed to ensure that truck traffi c does not cut-through residential areas.

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FUTURE LAND USE FRAMEWORK

The Future Land Use Framework translates the Village’s goals and policies into physical terms. It establishes the pattern of future land uses for the next ten to fi fteen years. It also includes community land use goals and policies to realize the community vision. The Future Land Use Framework, presented as Figure 4, strives to maintain and enhance the basic character of the community, promotes improve- ments and upgrades as needed, and proactively manages market- driven development and redevelopment in a compatible manner.

The Future Land Use Framework is to be considered in concert with other elements of the Comprehensive Plan, including the sub-area plans presented as a separate element of the Plan.

A description of the future land use categories represented in Figure 4 is provided as follows.

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C ompr ehensi v e P lan 25 August 2014 LAND USE

RESIDENTIAL LAND USES

Residential land uses as indicated in the Future Land Use Framework will continue to sustain an overall pattern of development consistent with the current land use pattern in the Village. It also promotes a bal- anced mix of housing within the community, allowing for a range of housing types and residential densities.

Residential land use categories are as follows:

● Estate Residential- residential areas that include single-family detached dwellings with a maximum density of 1 dwelling unit per acre.

● Single Family Residential- residential areas that include single- family detached dwellings with a maximum density of 5.3 dwell- ing units per acre.

● Multi-Family, Low Density- residential areas with a maximum density of up to 10 dwelling units per acre. These areas include townhome and multiple family “walk up” buildings that are de- signed with exterior entrances for each unit.

● Multi-Family, Medium Density- residential areas with a maxi- mum density of 10-20 dwelling units per acre. These areas were designated in the 1995 Plan and should continue to be located along major corridors. The category, as depicted in Figure 4, is generally mapped to refl ect the density of existing developments. However, if these sites are redeveloped in the future, the intent is for density to be reduced to meet current density limitations within the A-1 and A-2 zoning districts.

● Multi-Family, High Density- residential areas with a maximum density of up to 25 dwelling units per acre. This land use cat- egory is only utilized in three locations where the densities of ex- isting multi-family residential exceed 20 dwelling units per acre. However, if these sites are redeveloped in the future, the intent is for density to be reduced to meet current density limitations within the A-2 zoning district.

COMPREHENSIVE PLAN VILLAGE OF WOODRIDGE, IL 27 LAND USE

PUBLIC AND INSTITUTIONAL USES

The Future Land Use Framework recognizes that public and insti- tutional uses are important for sustaining basic community service functions, as well as enhancing overall quality of life in the Village. Public and institutional land uses are addressed in more detail in the Community Facilities and Open Space element of the Plan.

Public and institutional land use categories are as follows:

● Public- areas occupied by facilities operated by either the Vil- lage or other governmental bodies, including fi re stations, pub- lic schools, U.S. Postal Service, library, and the Woodridge Park District Community Center.

● Institutional- areas occupied by places of worship and private schools.

COMMERCIAL LAND USES

The Future Land Use Framework strives to strengthen and reinforce the role and function of existing commercial areas within the Village. Another objective of the Plan is to encourage continued maintenance of existing viable commercial uses and redevelopment of obsolete commercial uses.

Commercial land use categories are as follows:

● Neighborhood Commercial- areas providing consumer goods and personal services primarily to meet the convenience needs of surrounding neighborhood residents.

● Community Commercial- areas that provide consumer goods and services for comparison shopping and serve Village resi- dents and the broader region.

● Mixed Use- areas that accommodate an integrated mix of com- mercial, offi ce, entertainment, and/or residential uses within the same building or development. Typical residential density for this category would be up to 20 dwelling units per acre.

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EMPLOYMENT LAND USES

The Future Land Use Framework recognizes that employment land uses serve an important economic role for the Village and provide jobs. The Plan seeks to continue to permit these uses at current lo- cations and to permit new employment uses only in areas where they will not have a deleterious effect on adjacent residential uses.

Employment land use categories are as follows:

● General Offi ce- areas that accommodate professional, medical, technical, research, and business services provided to the gen- eral public and other businesses.

● Business Park- areas that accommodate offi ce, research and development, warehousing, distribution, and light assembly/man- ufacturing in a large-scale, “campus-like” setting.

● Offi ce, Research, and Light Industrial- areas that accommo- date manufacturing, processing, packaging, warehousing, and distribution facilities.

TRANSPORTATION AND UTILITY LAND USES

The Future Land Use Framework identifi es locations where there are existing transportation and public utility facilities.

The Transportation and Utility land use category is as follows:

● Transportation and Utilities - areas that accommodate trans- portation and utility infrastructure and facilities including the Burl- ington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) railroad right-of-way which runs through ProLogis Park Internationale Centre, the DuPage County wastewater treatment facility west of Route 53, Village water stor- age and treatment facilities, and utility easements. Public road rights-of-way (including the I-355 right-of-way) are not included in this category.

COMPREHENSIVE PLAN VILLAGE OF WOODRIDGE, IL 29 LAND USE

PARKS AND OPEN SPACE LAND USES

The Future Land Use Framework recognizes the importance of the Village’s signifi cant park and open space features and their environ- mental and aesthetic value. It is the intent of the Plan to ensure pres- ervation of existing parks and public open space and protect them from redevelopment with alternative uses. Parks and public open space are addressed in more detail in the Community Facilities and Open Space element of the Plan.

Parks and Open Space land use categories are as follows:

Parks, Open Space, and Detention/Retention- areas that are pub- lic and private parks and open spaces that are accessible for civic, passive or active recreational purposes. Storm water detention/re- tention facilities, some of which are maintained by the Woodridge Park District, are also included. These uses are located throughout the Village.

Forest Preserve- areas that consist of property that is owned and managed by the DuPage, Will, and Cook County Forest Preserve Districts. These properties are publicly accessible and located pri- marily on the periphery of the Village.

COMPREHENSIVE PLAN VILLAGE OF WOODRIDGE, IL 30 LAND USE

COMPREHENSIVE PLAN LAND USE DISTRIBUTION

Table 2: Comparison of 1995, 2006 and Projected Land Uses by Percentage

Land Use Existing Land Use Future Land Use Land Use 1995 Percentage 2006 Percentage 2020 Percentage Single Family Residential 32.5% 35.8% 34.9% Multi-Family Residential 3.8% 5.0% 5.6% Commercial 2.8% 2.4% 3.7% Mixed Use N/A 1.1% 1.8% Office 0.2% 0.9% 1.4% Business Park N/A 7.2% 9.1% Office, Research and Light Industrial 2.7% 1.9% 3.0% Transportation and Utilities 1.2% 3.2% 3.3% Public 0.8% 1.2% 1.1% Institutional 1.0% 0.6% 0.7% Agriculture N/A* 0.9% 0.0% Forest Preserve 20.8% 21.5% 21.5% Parks, Open Space and Detention/Retention 8.2% 13.9% 14.0% Vacant Land 26.0% 4.4% 0.0% TOTAL 100% 100% 100%

Table 3: Comparison of 1995, 2006 and Projected Land Uses by Acres

Land Use Existing Land Use Future Land Use Land Use 1995 Acres 2006 Acres 2020 Acres Single Family Residential 2,867.0 2,939.7 2,868.2 Multi-Family Residential 339.7 407.9 459.4 Commercial 244.7 193.1 302.6 Mixed Use N/A 89.8 147.1 Office 19.7 76.0 115.1 Business Park N/A 595.2 745.3 Office, Research and Light Industrial 243.2 155.4 243.8 Transportation and Utilities 102.3 261.3 271.1 Public 71.9 97.1 93.0 Institutional 86.8 53.0 54.3 Agriculture N/A* 77.2 - Forest Preserve 1,833.0 1,764.4 1,764.4 Parks, Open Space and Detention/Retention 725.6 1,141.4 1,150.2 Vacant Land 2,292.6 363.1 - TOTAL 8,826.5** 8,214.5** 8,214.5

Note: N/A means the categories were not used in the 1995 Plan. Source: HNTB 2006 and TPAP Inc. 1994 * Agricultural was combined with commercial in the 1995 Plan. ** The difference in acreage between 1995 and 2006 is likely due to the exclusion of roadway right-of-way from the 2006 land use calculations and the change in the Village’s planning area as per boundary agreements with neighboring communities.

COMPREHENSIVE PLAN VILLAGE OF WOODRIDGE, IL 31 LAND USE

Chart 1: Comparison of 1995, 2006 and Projected Land Uses by Percentage

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Source: HNTB 2006 and TPAP Inc. 1994

COMPREHENSIVE PLAN VILLAGE OF WOODRIDGE, IL 32 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN SUB-AREA PLANS ORGANIZATION

Introduction

Community Vision

Community Character & Quality of Life

Land Use

Sub-area Plans The eight sub-areas described in this section have been identifi ed by Community Facilities the community because they are deemed to be areas that are most & Open Space likely to experience a change in development and/or circulation pat- terns during the time frame of the Plan. For this reason, they were Transportation given special attention by the Steering Committee and Village staff during the planning process. The unique planning issues and oppor-

Housing tunities and planning policies for each of the sub-areas are intended to supplement the policies that have been developed for the entire Economic community. The eight sub-areas are identifi ed in Figure 5 Sub-area Development Key Map.

Implementation

COMPREHENSIVE PLAN VILLAGE OF WOODRIDGE, IL 33 SUB-AREA PLANS

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1. SEVEN BRIDGES AREA

This sub-area encompasses the commercial and multi-family resi- dential portions of the existing Seven Bridges area, along with the 40- acre property to the north and the Hobson Valley Business Park and IL Route 53 commercial frontage along IL Route 53 extending south to Hobson Road. The sub-area is identifi ed in Figure 6.

The sub-area land use plan indicates mixed uses over the entire area. This is not intended to suggest that recently developed areas within the existing Seven Bridges development may be subject to change, but instead reinforces the notion that various uses in the area should

be coordinated and mutually supportive. Double Eagle Drive Eagle Double The following planning issues and opportunities have been identifi ed for this sub-area: Hobson Road

● There is an opportunity to create logical extensions of the mixed Figure 6 use development pattern already established for Seven Bridges. Legend: Village Boundary ● The large parcel to the north and a potentially large consolidated Planning Area Boundary

parcel to the south offer unique opportunities to incorporate larger Sub-area Boundary

scale commercial uses into the Seven Bridges area. Single Family Residential (up to 5.3 dwelling units/ acre) Multi-Family Residential - Low Density (uppg to 10 dwelling units/ acre) ● Current uses within the Hobson Valley Industrial Park remain vi- Public able. Redevelopment of this area is viewed as a long-term pos- Mixed Use sibility. Parks, Open Space and Detention/Retention Forest Preserve ● Additional curb cuts onto IL Route 53 should be minimized.

● The visibility at the IL Route 53 / Hobson Road intersection is a signifi cant benefi t for development at this intersection and draws greater attention to Seven Bridges.

COMPREHENSIVE PLAN VILLAGE OF WOODRIDGE, IL 36 SUB-AREA PLANS

The following planning policies will be utilized to plan and manage development/redevelopment in this sub-area:

● Mixed uses are preferred in the sub-area. Mixed use develop- ment may entail mixed residential/nonresidential within the same building (i.e. “vertical” mixed use) or within an integrated develop- ment, but in separate buildings (i.e. “horizontal” mixed use). This does not preclude the possibility of commercial uses without a residential component on some parcels.

● New development should be well-integrated into the circulation pattern of the existing development. To this extent, the pedestrian environment of the area could be improved through the addition of new sidewalks, both on a north-south and east-west axis. Im- proved pedestrian accessibility across IL Route 53 should be ex- plored.

● If redevelopment occurs on the 40-acre property to the north, a landscape buffer and pedestrian/bikeway connection adjacent to the waterway to the west, should be maintained.

● If redevelopment occurs at the south end of the sub-area, it should occur through property assembly and consolidation, pref- erably as one redevelopment project.

● Internal access connections between Seven Bridges and future mixed use to the south should be provided to minimize impacts on IL Route 53 and Hobson Road.

● New development areas should be visually related to Seven Bridges through the use of consistent and high quality urban de- sign elements and architecture.

COMPREHENSIVE PLAN VILLAGE OF WOODRIDGE, IL 37 1 1 1 DRAFT Future Land Use Framework 14 DRAFT Future Land Use Framework 4 DRAFT Future Land Use Framework 4 DRAFT 59th Street Future Land Use Framework 4

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and vacant properties that are accessible from Janes Avenue, be- 75th Street Illinois Route 53 Route Illinois tween 83rd Street on the south end to 71st Street on the north end. 75th Street 75th Street 75th Street 75th Street This sub-area is identified in Figure 7. Boughton Road 75th Street 75th Street

Boughton Road Everglade Av. 79th Street Boughton Road Everglade Av. The sub-area land use plan indicates a general land use pattern simi- Boughton Road

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87th Street Illinois Route 53 Route Illinois

87th Street 87th Street Illinois Route 53 Route Illinois ● Vacant land remains available adjoining the shopping center on Avenue Janes 87th Street 87th Street

the northwest corner of Janes Avenue and 83rd Street, and in the 87th Street 87th Street Havens Dr. Havens

predominantly office and business park area of Janes Avenue, 83rd Street 87th Street Havens Dr. Havens Legend I-355 Dr. Havens

north of 75th Street. Figure 7 Boughton Road Dr. Havens

LegendVillage Boundary I-355 Havens Dr. Havens Legend Boughton Road PlanningVillage Boundary Area Boundary Boughton Road I-355 Legend Westminister Dr. ● Vacant tenant spaces and underutilized land exist in the shopping Legend:Village Boundary Boughton Road I-355 Land UsesPlanning Area Boundary Village Boundary Boughton Road Avenue Woodward Westminister Dr. center at the northeast corner of Janes Avenue and 83rd Street. Planning Area Boundary

Land UsesEstate Residential (1 dwelling unit/ acre) Westminister Dr. Woodward Avenue Woodward Planning Area Boundary Avenue Woodward

Land UsesSingleEstate FamilyResidential Residential (1 dwelling (up unit/ to 5.3 acre) dwelling units/ acre) Westminister Dr. Woodward Avenue Woodward ● Land UsesSub-area Boundary (1 dwelling unit/ acre) Avenue Woodward The Janes Avenue multi-family area has perceived issues related Multi-FamilySingleEstate FamilyResidential Residential Residential - (upLow to 5.3Density dwelling units/ acre) (up to 10 dwelling units/ acre) Estate Residential (1 dwelling unit/ acre) to public safety, density, and property maintenance. However, the Multi-FamilySingle Family Residential Residential - (upLowMedium to 5.3Density dwelling Density units/ acre) (up(10-20 to 10 dwelling dwelling units/ units/ acre) acre) Single Family Residential (up to 5.3 dwelling units/ acre) Multi-Family Residential - LowMedium Density Density Village has been successfully working with property owners to (upMulti-Family to 10 dwelling Residential units/ acre) - High Density Multi-Family(10-20(up to 25dwelling dwelling units/ Residential units/ acre) acre) - Low Density (upMulti-Family to 10 dwelling Residential units/ acre) - Medium Density Public(10-20Multi-Family dwelling units/ Residential acre) - High Density

enforce property maintenance codes and leverage significant Multi-Family(up to 25 dwelling Residential units/ acre) - Medium Density Lemont Road Lemont (10-20Multi-Family dwelling units/ Residential acre) - High Density 101st Street

InstitutionalPublic(up to 25 dwelling units/ acre) Lemont Road Lemont

building, management, and site improvements. Road Lemont Multi-Family Residential - High Density Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad NeighborhoodInstitutionalPublic(up to 25 dwelling units/ Commercial acre) 101st Street Public Road Lemont Institutional Burlington101st NorthernStreet Santa Fe Railroad CommunityNeighborhood Commercial Commercial Road Lemont ● There is potential for redevelopment of some multi-family proper- Institutional Burlington101st NorthernStreet Santa Fe Railroad CommunityNeighborhood Commercial Commercial MixedCommunity Use Commercial Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad ties in the sub-area, particularly for senior housing. Existing ame- Neighborhood Commercial GeneralMixedCommunity Use Office Commercial nities in this area would be desirable to seniors, including parks, Community Commercial Office,GeneralMixed Use OfficeResearch and Light Industrial Mixed Use General Office public transportation, and medical facilities. BusinessOffice, Research Park and Light Industrial I-55 General Office Office, Research and Light Industrial TransportationBusiness Park and Utilities I-55 Office, Research and Light Industrial 109th Street Parks,TransportationBusiness Open Park Space and andUtilities Detention/Retention I-55 Transportation and Utilities Internationale Parkway Business Park I-55 109th Street ForestParks,Transportation OpenPreserve Space and andUtilities Detention/Retention Internationale Parkway 109th Street Transportation and Utilities Parks, Open Space and Detention/Retention Forest Preserve Internationale Parkway 109th Street Davey Road Parks, Open Space and Detention/Retention Forest Preserve Internationale Parkway Davey Road

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Joliet Road Davey Road

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Note: Base MapComprehensiveVillage is based on ofupdated Woodridge, files provided by Illinois Planthe Village in July 2006 December 2006 Village of Woodridge, Illinois Comprehensive Plan December 2006 Village of Woodridge, Illinois Comprehensive Plan December 2006 Comprehensive Plan December 2006 SUB-AREA PLANS

The following planning policies will be utilized to plan and manage develop- ment/redevelopment in this sub-area:

● Opportunities for redevelopment of multi-family residential areas to bet- ter serve the housing needs of older residents should be explored. A mix of multi-family housing types is preferred.

● Development north of 75th Street should be comprised of office or busi- ness park uses adjacent to Janes Avenue and 71st Street, with light in- dustrial uses concealed at the rear of the sites, to the extent practical.

● Redevelopment along the corridor should minimize curb cuts onto Janes Avenue.

● Streetscape improvement efforts along Janes Avenue near 83rd Street should be extended north along the corridor, utilizing consistent and high quality urban design elements.

● Strong management and maintenance practices should be utilized in multi-family developments, along with the inclusion of high quality land- scaping and resident amenities.

● The Village should continue to strictly apply municipal codes and the multi-family licensing program, and encourage reinvestment in the area.

● The Village should explore alternative land uses at the northeast corner of Janes Avenue and 83rd Street to address vacant tenant spaces and underutilized land.

COMPREHENSIVE PLAN VILLAGE OF WOODRIDGE, IL 39 SUB-AREA PLANS

3. NORTH LEMONT ROAD/75TH STREET 75th Street

This sub-area encompasses the Zigfi eld Troy Golf Course, commer- Dunham Road cial uses east and west of the Lemont Road intersection, a portion of Lemont Road the Fox Hollow East Forest Preserve, and residential, light industrial, and vacant land uses fronting Lemont Road and extending south to 83rd Street. This sub-area is identifi ed in Figure 8.

The sub-area land use plan indicates an increase in commercial uses along 75th Street, and the transitioning of frontage properties along Lemont Road for offi ce, research, and light industrial uses with some small-scale commercial uses at the south end of the sub-area along 83rd Street.

The following planning issues and opportunities have been identifi ed for this sub-area:

● The underlying zoning of parcels fronting onto Lemont Road in Figure 8 this sub-area is ORI Offi ce, Research and Light Industrial. The Legend: Plan Update continues to support the potential to redevelop this Village Boundary underutilized residential area for employment-generating uses. Planning Area Boundary

Sub-area Boundary ● There is an opportunity for neighborhood-serving commercial Single Family Residential (up to 5.3 dwelling units/ acre) uses at the south end of the sub-area, accessed from limited curb Neighborhood Commercial cuts on 83rd Street. General Office ● The Zigfi eld Troy Golf Course is privately owned, and represents Office, Research and Light Industrial Transportation and Utilities a key opportunity within the 75th Street Corridor to accommodate Parks, Open Space and Detention/Retention

large scale commercial uses, should the current owners choose Forest Preserve to sell and/or redevelop the site. However, residential uses are proposed as a transition to existing single-family neighborhoods to the south.

COMPREHENSIVE PLAN VILLAGE OF WOODRIDGE, IL 40 SUB-AREA PLANS

The following planning policies will be utilized to plan and manage develop- ment/redevelopment in this sub-area:

●● Redevelopment along Lemont Road south of the pipeline should be com- prised of consolidated and master planned areas, minimizing curb cuts onto Lemont Road, and reducing the potential for truck traffic on adjoin- ing residential streets to the east.

●● Commercial, office, research and light industrial uses along 75th and 83rd Streets should establish a consistent and high-quality design char- acter, with limited access points and significant landscape buffering and site improvements.

COMPREHENSIVE PLAN VILLAGE OF WOODRIDGE, IL 41 1

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87th Street Havens Dr. Havens Planning Area Boundary ing single-family residential neighborhoods east of Woodward Westminister Dr. Legend Westminister Dr. Land Uses I-355

Land Uses Avenue Woodward Woodward Avenue Woodward Avenue. Dr. Havens Village Boundary Figure 9 Boughton Road Dr. Havens Estate Residential (1 dwelling unit/ acre) Legend:Legend I-355 SinglePlanning Family Area Residential Boundary (up to 5.3 dwelling units/ acre) I-355 Single Family Residential (up to 5.3 dwelling units/ acre) Westminister Dr. ● sed truck traffic traveling north along Woodward Avenue Boughton Road Increa Village Boundary Boughton Road Land UsesMulti-FamilyVillage Boundary Residential - Low Density (up to 10 dwelling units/ acre) Avenue Woodward could negatively impact residential areas. Planning Area Boundary Multi-FamilyEstatePlanning Residential Area Residential Boundary (1 dwelling - Medium unit/ acre) Density Westminister Dr. Westminister Dr. (10-20 dwelling units/ acre) Land UsesSub-area Boundary

Land UsesSingleMulti-Family Family Residential Residential - (upHigh to 5.3 Density dwelling units/ acre) Avenue Woodward

Multi-Family Residential - High Density Avenue Woodward (up to 25 dwelling units/ acre) ● Truck access to the properties immediately north of I-55 is difficult Estate(up to 25 Residentialdwelling units/ acre)(1 dwelling unit/ acre) Multi-FamilyEstate Residential Residential (1 dwelling - Low unit/ Density acre)

(upPublic to 10 dwelling units/ acre) Lemont Road Lemont from nearby expressways, even though there is good visibility, SingleMulti-Family Family Residential Residential - (upMedium to 5.3 dwelling Density units/ acre) Road Lemont Single Family Residential (up to 5.3 dwelling units/ acre) 101st Street Institutional(10-20 dwelling units/ acre) Multi-Family Residential - Low Density Multi-Family Residential - Low Density Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad and prohibitions are in place for certain types of truck traffic on (upMulti-Family to 10 dwelling Residentialunits/ acre) - High Density Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad (upNeighborhood to 10 dwelling units/ Commercial acre) Neighborhood(up to 25 dwelling units/ Commercial acre) Multi-Family Residential - Medium Density (10-20 dwelling units/ acre)

Woodward Avenue. Community(10-20Public dwelling units/Commercial acre) Lemont Road Lemont Multi-Family Residential - High Density 101st Street Institutional(up to 25 dwelling units/ acre) Mixed(up to 25 Use dwelling units/ acre) Public Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad ● area surrounding the Boughton/Woodward intersection is a GeneralPublicNeighborhood Office Commercial The General Office Road Lemont 101st Street Road Lemont Institutional 101st Street Office,InstitutionalCommunity Research Commercial and Light Industrial key location for commercial development due to its accessibility Office, Research and Light Industrial Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad Neighborhood Commercial Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad NeighborhoodMixed Use Commercial and visibility to I-355. Business Park I-55 Community Commercial TransportationGeneral Office and Utilities 109th Street Mixed Use Parks,Office, Open Research Space and and Light Detention/Retention Industrial Internationale Parkway General Office ForestBusiness Preserve Park I-55 Office, Research and Light Industrial Office,Transportation Research and and Utilities Light Industrial Davey Road 109th Street Business Park BusinessParks, Open Park Space and Detention/Retention I-55 Internationale Parkway

Transportation and Utilities Joliet Road Transportation and Utilities Joliet Road Forest Preserve 109th Street 109th Street Parks, Open Space and Detention/Retention Parks, Open Space and Detention/Retention Internationale Parkway Davey RoadInternationale Parkway Forest Preserve Forest Preserve Bluff Road N Joliet Road N Davey Road Davey Road

COMPREHENSIVE PLAN VILLAGE OF WOODRIDGE, IL Joliet Road Joliet Road Bluff Road 42 N

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Village of Woodridge, Illinois

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Village of Woodridge, Illinois Note: Base Map is based on updated files provided by the Village in July 2006 Comprehensive Plan December 2006 Village of Woodridge, Illinois

Comprehensive Plan December 2006 SUB-AREA PLANS

The following planning policies will be utilized to plan and manage development/redevelopment in this sub-area:

● The Village would consider commercial uses in the southern por- tion of the sub-area, with a preference for offi ce uses, provided it generates minimal truck traffi c.

● The Village should encourage the development of large-scale commercial uses at the intersection of Boughton Road and Woodward Avenue.

● At the north end of the corridor, east of I-355, extending from 83rd Street south to the existing wetlands, the Village’s preferred land use is mixed residential development; incorporating a combination of single-family, and low-density multi-family senior-oriented uses.

● The Village should seek to maintain mature tree stands and other high quality natural features when development occurs.

● The northeast corner of I-355 and I-55 should be designed as a high quality community gateway when redevelopment occurs.

● The high quality character of Woodward Avenue should be main- tained and enhanced with generous planted parkways and off- street pathways.

● The Village should continue to encourage Bolingbrook to mini- mize negative impacts created by existing and proposed devel- opments within Bolingbrook’s jurisdiction.

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● Safety and traffic flow in this area will be improved due tothe (up to 25 dwelling units/ acre) Havens Dr. Havens LegendPublic I-355

expected Davey Road extension east to Lemont Road, and the Legend:Legend Boughton Road I-355 Road Lemont InstitutionalVillage Boundary 101st Street Boughton Road Village Boundary Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad signalization of the intersection. NeighborhoodPlanning Area CommercialBoundary Westminister Dr. Planning Area Boundary

Land UsesCommunity Commercial Westminister Dr. Woodward Avenue Woodward ● Single-family residential uses are proposed east of Lemont Road. Land UsesSub-area Boundary MixedEstate Use Residential (1 dwelling unit/ acre) Avenue Woodward Estate Residential (1 dwelling unit/ acre) The existing subdivision roadway patterns will be extended to GeneralSingle Family Office Residential (up to 5.3 dwelling units/ acre) Multi-FamilySingle Family Residential Residential - (upLow to 5.3Density dwelling units/ acre) serve the additional single-family homes. (upOffice, to 10 dwelling Research units/ andacre) Light Industrial Multi-Family Residential - Low Density Multi-Family Residential - Medium Density (upBusiness to 10 dwelling Park units/ acre) I-55 Multi-Family(10-20 dwelling units/ Residential acre) - Medium Density ● Office, research and light industrial (with ORI zoning) arepro- Transportation(10-20Multi-Family dwelling units/ Residential and acre) Utilities - High Density (up to 25 dwelling units/ acre) Multi-Family Residential - High Density 109th Street Parks,Public(up to 25 Open dwelling Space units/ acre)and Detention/Retention posed north of the planned Davey Road extension. Internationale Parkway Public Road Lemont

ForestInstitutional Preserve 101st Street Lemont Road Lemont Institutional Burlington101st NorthernStreet Santa Fe Railroad Neighborhood Commercial Davey Road Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad The following planning policies will be utilized to plan and manage Neighborhood Commercial Community Commercial

Community Commercial Joliet Road development/redevelopment in this sub-area: Mixed Use Mixed Use General Office ● Provide in conjunction with office-research development north of General Office Office, Research and Light Industrial Bluff Road N Office, Research and Light Industrial the Davey Road extension when it occurs. Business Park I-55 Business Park Transportation and Utilities I-55 109th Street Transportation and Utilities ● Curb cuts along Lemont Road should be limited as redevelop- Parks, Open Space and Detention/Retention Internationale Parkway 109th Street Parks, Open Space and Detention/Retention ment occurs. Forest Preserve Internationale Parkway Forest Preserve Davey Road Note: Base Map is based on updated files provided by the Village in July 2006 Davey Road

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Note: Base Map is based on updated files provided by the Village in July 2006 Note: Base Map is based on updated files provided by the Village in July 2006 Village of Woodridge, Illinois Village of Woodridge, Illinois Comprehensive Plan December 2006 Comprehensive Plan December 2006 SUB-AREA PLANS

● A northerly extension of ProLogis Park Internationale Centre is desired.

● Provide a consistent landscape treatment fronting Lemont Road along the rear lot lines of single-family homes.

● Encourage Darien to have any additional residential develop- ment on the east side of Lemont Road access an extension to Woodmere Drive to limit curb cuts on to Lemont Road.

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6. JOLIET/BLUFF/DAVEY ROADS 1-355 This sub-area encompasses single-family residential, commercial, light industrial, and vacant properties that are located between Joliet Joliet Road on the west and I-355 on the east. This sub-area is identifi ed in Figure 11. Davey

The sub-area land use plan indicates offi ce, research and light indus- trial uses for properties accessed from Joliet Road. Business park Bluff Road uses are proposed for properties accessed from Davey Road or from Bluff Road, only where there are industrial uses to the south. Single- Figure 11 family estate residential will be located along Bluff Road opposite the Legend: existing Forest Preserve (on the south side of Bluff Road). Village Boundary

Planning Area Boundary

The following planning issues and opportunities have been identifi ed Sub-area Boundary for this sub-area: Estate Residential (1 dwelling unit/ acre) pg Public ● The existing development pattern along Joliet Road within the Office, Research and Light Industrial

sub-area is a mixture of obsolete and generally deteriorated Business Park uses. Transportation and Utilities Parks, Open Space and Detention/Retention

● Low density, high quality single-family residential uses on the Forest Preserve large lots located north of the Forest Preserve should be main- tained.

The following planning policies will be utilized to plan and manage development/redevelopment in this sub-area:

● Business park uses along Bluff Road should be limited to areas adjacent to Wood Hill Crossings Business Park and properties served by Katherine’s Crossing.

● Single-family residential uses should remain in the area immedi- ately north of the Forest Preserve along Bluff Road.

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● Unifi ed development along Joliet Road is preferred over parcel- by-parcel redevelopment.

● Curb cuts along Joliet and Bluff Roads should be minimized.

● A landscape buffer between commercial and residential uses should be provided.

● The use of attractive site design which may include landscaping and/or a major community gateway feature should be encour- aged along Joliet Road as redevelopment occurs.

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7. TOWN CENTRE

This sub-area encompasses the area primarily located south of Cen- ter Drive between Janes Avenue to the east and Woodridge Drive to Dr. the west. The area is planned almost exclusively for publicly oriented e Ce dg nter Dr. land uses. It is the site of the Village Hall, Public Library, Police/Public odri Works facility, Park District Community Center and offi ces, U.S. Post Wo Offi ce, and Jefferson Junior High School. Public open spaces within the area include the High School District 99 property, Hawthorne Hill Woods Park, Memorial Park, Lake Carleton, and Lake Harriet. This 75th Street sub-area is identifi ed in Figure 12.

The following planning issues and opportunities have been identifi ed for this sub-area: Figure 12 ● The Town Centre will represent the Village’s civic activity center and community gathering space. Legend: Village Boundary ● The Town Centre will establish a strong physical and functional Sub-area Boundary identity for the Village and will fulfi ll the need for a community Single Family Residential (up to 5.3 dwelling units/ acre) Multi-Family Residential - Low Density center. Its physical qualities will be its unifi ed theme and high (up to 10 dwelling units/ acre) Public quality planned environment. Its functional identity will include a Institutional highly active core of key community public service uses. Neighborhood Commercial

Community Commercial The following planning policies will be utilized to plan and manage Parks, Open Space and Detention/Retention development/redevelopment in this sub-area:

● Land use in the Town Centre should emphasize a public and civic orientation.

● Site improvements should emphasize community character and quality.

● Sound land use relationships with surrounding areas should be considered, integrating civic, institutional, recreational, and open spaces uses.

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●● A bicycle and pedestrian system, or “spine,” should be maintained as a key element in access, site design, and building orientation.

●● A central and formal public gathering space in the Town Centre should be incorporated.

●● Focal design features should be oriented and sensitive to the for- mal gathering location and pedestrian spine.

●● The District 99 site should be preserved for civic, recreational, and open space uses.

The Town Centre Master Plan is located in Appendix-1 (page 93).

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8. WOODCREST/TIMBER TRAILS 87th Street

Lemont Road This sub-area encompasses existing single-family residential prop- erties within the Village’s planning area west of Lemont Road, ex- Woodcrest Dr. tending from approximately 87th Street on the north end to the North Waterfall Glen business park on the south end. This sub-area is iden- Tim d. ber s R tifi ed in Figure 13. Trail

The sub-area land use plan indicates estate residential for the ma- jority of the area, allowing for one dwelling unit per acre, to refl ect existing land use patterns. Nearly all of the lots within the existing Figure 13 subdivision exceed one acre in size.

The following planning issues and opportunities have been identifi ed Legend: Village Boundary for this sub-area: Planning Area Boundary ● Additional curb cuts along Lemont Road could exacerbate traffi c Sub-area Boundary congestion and traffi c safety concerns. Estate Residential (1 dwelling unit/ acre) Single Family Residential (up to 5.3 dwelling units/ acre)

Business Park The following planning policies will be utilized to plan and manage Parks, Open Space and Detention/Retention development/redevelopment in this sub-area:

● If redevelopment occurs in this area, it should follow the estab- lished pattern of one dwelling unit per acre, with no subdivision of properties into lots smaller than one acre in size.

● As redevelopment occurs, no additional curb cuts should be allowed along Lemont Road. As opportunities arise curb cuts should be reduced in the future.

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Introduction

Community Vision

Community Character & Quality of Life

Land Use

Sub-area Plans The Village of Woodridge offers a wide variety of high-quality, mod- Community Facilities ern community facilities and services, open space, recreational ame- & Open Space nities, and other community resources that contribute to the quality of life of its residents. The Comprehensive Plan seeks to sustain Transportation and expand these to continue to maintain the level of quality that Woodridge residents and businesses expect. Summaries of the fa-

Housing cilities and needs for each of the service providers is included in this section. Economic Development

Implementation

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Many of the facilities highlighted in this section are graphically pre- sented in Figure 14 Community Facilities and Open Space Frame- work. The Community Facilities and Open Space Framework primar- ily focuses on physical facilities. The Community Assessment and Issues and Opportunities Report includes more detailed information about the following facilities and services:

● Public and private schools ● Village administration ● Public works and utilities ● Telecommunications ● Police department ● Fire protection School Districts Serving ● Public library Woodridge ● U. S. Post Offi ce ● Parks and open space ● Forest Preserves ● Woodridge District 68 ● Community resources provided by other government and non- (elementary school) profi t entities. ● Naperville Community Unit District 203 (elementary and high school) PUBLIC SCHOOLS ● Downers Grove District 58 (elementary school) There are eight public school districts that serve Woodridge. Of these, ● Center Cass District 66 only District 68 has schools located within the Village limits. No plans (elementary school) for school closures or expansions have been reported. ● Lemont-Bromberek Com- bined District 113A (el- ementary school) VILLAGE ADMINISTRATION ● Valley View Unit 365U (el- ementary and high school) Village Hall, located at Five Plaza Drive in the Town Centre and hous- ● Community District 99 (high es administrative functions, the Mayor’s and Clerk’s offi ces, and the school) Woodridge Area Chamber of Commerce offi ce. The facility is ad- ● Lemont District 210 (high equate to meet the Village’s administrative needs, and no expansion school) or relocation is anticipated over the next ten years.

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PUBLIC WORKS AND UTILITIES

PUBLIC WORKS

The Woodridge Public Works Department provides a variety of services, including maintenance and repair of Village streets and water and sewer services. This department shares a building with the Police Department within the Town Centre at One Plaza Drive. Issues and needs for public works and utility service within Woodridge over the next ten years are as follows:

Additional storage space: A Space Needs Report prepared in 2004 determined that Public Works cannot accommodate its future growth with current space limitations. The most pressing storage need is outdoor storage space for raw materials (e.g. salt, mulch, and gravel), and main- tenance supplies for roads, sewer, and water. The study concluded that maintaining its location within the Town Centre was most preferable.

Water and sewer extensions: The area north of I-55 is served by Vil- lage water service from the DuPage Water Commission. In this area, sewer treatment is fed through DuPage County. In 2005, the Village conducted a water and sewer study which evaluated 18 unincorporated areas within its planning area to prioritize areas for extension of water and/or sewer infrastructure as a means of encouraging annexation. The study identifi ed the following as the highest priority areas:

Table 4: Highest Priorities for Water and/or Sewer Extensions

Subdivision Location Newman’s Pleasantdale West side of Lemont Road, south of the I-55 interchange Hobson Road South of Hobson Road and east of Route 53 Sauber’s West side of Lemont Road, south of Naples Road Reeds Crest of Hill Estates Unit I North of Bluff Road Donwood Trails West of Seven Bridges McClasky/Ide Tree Farm North of 83rd Street and east of Woodward Avenue

Note: These areas are mapped in the water and sewer study.

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● Water and wastewater capacity: In 2003, Woodridge purchased the water and wastewater capacity serving the Santa Fe Util- ity Service Area, a portion of which is located within the Village. This area is located between I-55 and the Des Plaines River and had been serviced by the facilities of the Illinois-American Water Company of Illinois, a private utility company. Under the Village’s agreement with ProLogis (formerly Catellus) and Illinois-Amer- ican Water Company, the Village controls utility access and is responsible for the cost of capital improvements to the facilities. The Village may establish connection, annexation, or other fees.

Based on a water and wastewater plant fee study conducted in 2005, it was determined that water facilities have suffi cient capacity to meet the service area demands for existing and future development. How- ever, modifi cations to the wastewater treatment facility will likely be needed over the next fi ve to ten years to accommodate build-out de- Private Utilities Serving mand and/or if more stringent discharge limitations are imposed by Woodridge the State of Illinois.

● Electric: Commonwealth PRIVATE UTILITIES Edison Private utility services are adequate, with the exception that Com- ● Natural Gas: Northern monwealth Edison has had reliability problems. These have resulted Illinois Gas Company in electrical service interruptions that have greatly affected a number (NICOR) of property owners within Woodridge. ● Cable/Internet: Comcast Corporation ● Telephone/Internet: AT&T ● Water and Sanitary Sewer: Illinois-American Water Company of Illinois (only property between I-55 and the Des Plaines River

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POLICE DEPARTMENT

The Village is served by the Woodridge Police Department. The Police Department facility is located at One Plaza Drive. The Police Department also operates the Community Resource Center (CRC), located at 83rd Street and Janes Avenue.

According to the 2004 Space Needs Report, the Police Department currently occupies 11,500 square feet (including garage space), and will eventually demand over 28,000 square feet of space. It is pro- posed that the joint expanded Police Department/Public Works facil- ity remain at its convenient location within the Town Centre.

FIRE PROTECTION

The Village is served by three fi re protection districts. There are three fi re stations within the Village.

Table 5: Woodridge Fire Protection Districts and Service Areas

Fire Protection District Location

Lisle-Woodridge Properties primarily north of I-55 and west of I-355, as well as Country Club Estates

Darien-Woodridge Properties primarily east of I-355, except Country Club Estates

Lemont Properties located south of I-55

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LIBRARY

The Woodridge Public Library, an independent agency, serves the community from its facility located within the Town Centre. The library was most recently expanded and renovated in 1997, and there are no expansion plans for the next ten years.

U.S. POST OFFICE

The U.S. Post Offi ce is also located within the Town Centre.

The Village has been trying to establish a unifi ed addressing sys- tem for the Village. Currently, not all property within the Village has a Woodridge postal designation. This makes the provision of municipal and non-municipal services, such as police and fi re protection, more diffi cult. The Village should continue to urge the Post Offi ce to assign the appropriate postal designation to all properties within the Village.

Major Woodridge Park Dis- WOODRIDGE PARK DISTRICT trict Parks and Facilities

The Woodridge Park District is an independent agency which owns, leases, and maintains over 655 acres of parkland. These facilities ● Woodridge Community include over 50 community and neighborhood parks, woodlands, Center wetlands, bikeways, lakes, detention areas, and other community ● Cypress Cove Family recreational facilities. The Park District has its headquarters in the Aquatic Park Park District Community Center. The Park District serves the entire ● Orchard Hill Park Village and works in cooperation with the Village and school districts ● Hawthorne Hill Woods in the management and shared use of parks, athletic fi elds, and rec- ● Village Greens Golf Course reational facilities. ● Hobson Pool

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The Park District utilizes the National Parks and Recreation Asso- ciation (NPRA) standards for evaluating how well it meets residents’ parkland needs. According to the Woodridge Park District Master Plan, in 2004, the District greatly exceeded the NPRA guideline of providing ten acres per 1,000 population. In fact, the acreage owned, leased, or managed by the Park District equates to approximately 17.5 acres of parkland per 1,000 persons.

Having purchased substantial parkland over the past ten years, the fo- cus of the Park District in upcoming years will be site improvements.

FOREST PRESERVES

One of the key amenities for Woodridge is the more than 4,600 acres of forest preserve land surrounding the Village. The nine Forest Pre- serves surrounding Woodridge are maintained by the respective Du- Page, Will, and Cook County Forest Preserve Districts. These areas serve a vital environmental protection and recreational function for the Village and the entire region. They offer diverse natural areas for hiking, biking, equestrian activities, cross-country skiing, and obser- vation of wildlife. These Forest Preserves also provide public access to the DuPage and Des Plaines Rivers for canoeists and boaters.

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COMMUNITY FACILITIES AND OPEN SPACE GOALS AND POLICIES

Goals and policies for community facilities and open space are pro- vided below.

GOAL A

We will provide high-quality municipal facilities and services, and will cooperate with other governmental bodies to ensure that high quality education, fire, library and county services are offered to all residents of Woodridge in a fiscally responsible manner.

Policy #1: Continue the current practice of fostering cooperative relation- ships with the various Woodridge community service providers.

Woodridge has a strong reputation among its residents as a Village that provides high-quality facilities and services. This is dependent upon cooperative working relationships with other government enti- ties and service providers, including the Park District, Fire Protec- tion Districts, School Districts, and Library District. The Village should continue its current practice of maintaining open and frequent com- munication with service providers in order to ensure that future facility needs and expectations are met in a fi scally responsible and proac- tive manner.

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GOAL B We will work to ensure that cost-effective and efficient delivery of utilities, including water, wastewater collection and treatment, stormwater, solid waste disposal, solid waste recycling, electricity, natural gas, and communications are provided to the Woodridge planning area.

Policy #2: Strive to provide adequate public and private utility services for all areas of the Village.

Future utility service needs will be met over the next ten years. The Village intends to require developer contributions to offset the cost of expansion and extension of water and sewer lines to serve future development in this service area.

With respect to private utilities, the Village will continue to demand reliability improvements of ComEd to eliminate electric service inter- ruptions for Woodridge customers.

Policy #3: Extend water and sewer service to unincorporated areas within the Woodridge planning area.

High quality municipal services to the public can be provided more ef- fi ciently when services are unifi ed between incorporated and unincor- porated areas. Thus, the Village should consider extending utilities in unincorporated areas.

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GOAL C

We will preserve and develop high quality recreation and open space land.

Policy #4: Respond to the emerging facility and service needs of all seg- ments of the population.

As Woodridge continues to grow, the demand for facilities and servic- es may change over time. During the planning process certain needs were identifi ed. Many residents would like expanded programs for senior citizens and youth. Other residents would support construc- tion of an indoor recreation center that would meet the fi tness needs of residents. To respond to this need, the Plan identifi es a potential location for a future public facility on the Orchard Hill Park site. This site is a preferred location because it has suffi cient land area to ac- commodate an indoor multi-purpose community center and it is cen- trally located within the Village. The Village should continue to work closely with the Park District and other entities to remain current with community needs and desires and to provide new facilities and ser- vices in a cost-effective manner.

Policy #5: Work with the Woodridge Park District to purchase open space at strategic locations, including the District 99 site and property cur- rently occupied by Ide Tree Farm.

The Village and Park District will continue to work together to acquire property to preserve open space at strategic locations. One priority site identifi ed by the Village and Park District is the Ide Tree Farm. The Village and Park District are planning to work with the property owners to preserve open space that would permit construction of a bike path linkage between Ide Grove East and Ide Grove West Parks and a connection to the broader bike path system. Open space preservation of Ide Farm could also permit expansion of the Village Greens Golf Course to the south.

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The 45-acre Community High School District 99 site within the Town Centre also continues to be a high priority site that the Village and Park District wish to preserve for general open space, recreational and civic activities. The Village is pursuing negotiations to purchase this site so it remains a community gathering space in perpetuity.

Policy #6: Support and work with other entities to fund improvements that maximize access to Forest Preserve properties for Woodridge residents.

The Village has ample recreational opportunities provided by Forest Preserve property located on its periphery. To maximize access to the properties, the Village intends to be proactive in facilitating pedes- trian and bikeway connections, particularly across Route 53. Improv- ing connections to the Forest Preserves may often require combining Village funds with DuPage and Will County resources.

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Introduction

Community Vision

Community Character & Quality of Life

Land Use

Sub-area Plans Woodridge’s transportation system is an integrated network of streets, Community Facilities sidewalks, and bicycle paths. The Village’s major roadway network & Open Space is complete and provides convenient vehicular access. Woodridge also has an extensive pedestrian and bicycle network through most Transportation of the community. The Village transportation plan complements the future land use plan with policies for improved vehicle, pedestrian,

Housing bicycle, and transit access, and for improving the design and ap- pearance of its corridors to enhance the Village’s overall image. The Economic future transportation system is graphically presented in Figure 15 Development Transportation Framework. The Community Assessment and Is- sues and Opportunities Report includes detailed information about Implementation roadway safety and effi ciency, planned roadway improvements, pe- destrian and bicycle facilities, and public transit.

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ROADWAYS

Functional classifi cation of all streets within the Village is a necessary fi rst step in determining the need for future improvements to existing streets and determining appropriate land uses. Several factors are considered in identifying the classifi cation of Woodridge streets:

● The number of traffi c lanes, types of intersections, and access control ● The overall existing and anticipated traffi c volumes to be carried by the street ● Whether the street extends beyond the Village boundary

The classifi cation of streets in Woodridge and the governing body with jurisdiction over the street is summarized in Table 6, Woodridge Street Classifi cations and Jurisdiction, and depicted in Figure 15. Changes to roads under State or County jurisdiction require review and approval by those governmental entities.

Key roadway improvement projects that are proposed and will impact Woodridge over the next fi ve to ten years are as follows:

● I-355 Extension: According to the DuPage County 2005 Compre- hensive Roadway Improvement Plan, within Woodridge, the most signifi cant planned improvement is the extension of I-355 south to I-80, which will be completed in 2007. ● 75th Street Widening: Another major roadway improvement proj- ect that could affect Woodridge over the next fi ve to ten years is the planned and programmed 75th Street widening project, from Route 53 to Cass Avenue by DuPage County. ● Extension of Davey Road: It is expected that Davey Road will be extended from its Murphy Road terminus to a new signalized intersection at Lemont Road. This is to be constructed by the developer of the 24 acres located south of ProLogis Park Interna- tionale Centre and west of Lemont Road.

COMPREHENSIVE PLAN VILLAGE OF WOODRIDGE, IL 66 TRANSPORTATION Table 6: Functional Street Classification MAP KEY FUNCTIONAL STREET CLASSIFICATION STREET JURISDICTION Expressways: Expressways or freeways are limited access Interstate 355 Illinois Tollway roads extending far beyond the limits of the community, provid- Interstate 55 IDOT ing a transportation network throughout the Chicago metropoli- tan area. They are high-speed arterials that carry large volumes of traffi c and are accessed from select interchange locations.

Illinois Route 53 IDOT Principal Arterials: Principal arterials are intended to serve all 75th Street DuPage County types of trips, with a signifi cant proportion representing trips des- 63rd Street DuPage County tined beyond the boundaries of the community. The principal ar- Woodward Avenue (be- DuPage County/ terial serves trips generated in the community, however access tween 75th and I-55) Village is carefully controlled. Lemont Road DuPage County Joliet Road IDOT

Minor Arterials: A minor arterial is intended to serve all types of Hobson Road DuPage County trips with more emphasis on trips within and between the com- Woodward Avenue Village munity and areas adjacent to the community. The range of traf- (north of 75th and fi c volumes can vary signifi cantly depending on the density of south of I-55) development, spacing of regional routes, and continuity of the 83rd Street Village street. 87th Street DuPage County Boughton Road DuPage County Internationale Parkway Village

Collector Streets: A collector street is intended to serve only Woodridge Drive Village vehicle trips generated to and from neighborhoods where it is lo- Janes Avenue Village cated. The function of this street is to collect and distribute traffi c Double Eagle Drive Village between neighborhoods and community facilities, and provide Bluff Road Village access to the arterial street system. Havens/Westminster Village Drives Heritage Parkway Village 71st Street Village 101st Street Downers Grove Township Center Drive Village

Local Streets: A local street is intended to serve only those ve- All other streets Village hicle trips generated by land uses abutting the street, providing access to and from individual properties within the neighborhood.

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SIDEWALKS AND BIKEWAY SYSTEM

There are sidewalks along most streets within the planning area. Woodridge also has an extensive bikeway system, as depicted in Figure 15. The bikeway system within Woodridge has been, and continues to be constructed as a joint effort between the Village and the Woodridge Park District, with connections to bikeways in DuPage and Will Counties. The Woodridge bikeway system consists of almost 19 miles of bikeways. As such, Woodridge residents have access to over 100 miles of bikeways.

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION

Public transportation within Woodridge primarily consists of Pace sub- urban bus service. In September 2005, PACE embarked on the South Cook County - Will County Initiative which entails a comprehensive review and restructuring of service in southern and southwestern Cook and Will counties. PACE completed a similar study for DuPage County in 2005. Routes 821, 822, and 834, which run through Wo- odridge, will be evaluated as part of the study. Pace proposes the initial service changes to take effect in early to mid-2007.

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TRANSPORTATION GOALS AND POLICIES

Goals and policies for transportation are provided below.

GOAL A

We will establish and maintain a transportation system which provides for safe and efficient movement of vehicles, pedestrians, and cyclists.

Policy #1: Provide better connections for pedestrians and cyclists to cross major arterials that currently act as barriers to non-motorized movement.

The arterial street system in Woodridge is auto-oriented, and does not provide a continuous network for pedestrians and cyclists. The principal arterials that function as barriers and divide Woodridge are Route 53 and 75th Street. To address this issue, the Village has iden- tifi ed the need to construct a pedestrian bridge to cross Route 53 near Mulligan Drive. The Village should also seek to implement intersec- tion improvements to create a safer pedestrian and bicycle environ- ment, such as boldly striped crosswalks, pedestrian crosswalk signs, and pedestrian countdown signals.

Policy #2: Work with the DuPage County Highway Department to improve the function and appearance of 75th Street utilizing context-sensitive solutions.

As described earlier in this section of the Plan, DuPage County has in- cluded a proposal to widen 75th Street through Woodridge to address increasing traffi c volumes. While funding has not yet been allocated by the County for this project, when and if plans progress, Woodridge should play an active role in the planning process. Woodridge’s role should be to ensure that the modifi ed roadway design employs con- text-sensitive solutions (CSS). Improvements to 75th Street through Woodridge should incorporate design elements that will help the

COMPREHENSIVE PLAN VILLAGE OF WOODRIDGE, IL 71 TRANSPORTATION roadway better serve non-motorized modes of transportation and improve the appearance and image of the community. Design ele- ments that should be incorporated include bikeways, parkway trees or other landscaping within the public right-of-way, reduction of curb- cuts (without eliminating necessary access for businesses), decora- tive lighting, and possible installation of a landscaped median.

Policy #3: Implement bikeway connections identifi ed in the Woodridge Bike- way Master Plan.

The Transportation Framework identifi es proposed bikeway connec- tions that are planned to be constructed over the next several years. The Village, in cooperation with the Woodridge Park District, should diligently pursue implementation of these improvements and where possible continue to form partnerships with other agencies including DuPage County to share the cost of constructing bikeways. By 2009, the Village’s Bikeway Master Plan calls for construction of remaining bikeway segments as funds become available. Planned bikeway ex- tension projects include the following:

● Heritage Parkway connections: Complete gaps between Tim- ber Trails Road and Woodward Avenue (to be constructed in 2007). ● Waterfall Glen Forest Preserve connector: This connector is to be constructed by DuPage County along 101st Street to the east, outside the Village boundary. ● Centennial Trail link: Extension of a bikeway along Internatio- nale Parkway to the south, along the I-355 extension. This will be a cooperative effort among the Village, DuPage and Will Coun- ties, and the Illinois Tollway Authority and will be constructed as part of the I-355 extension project scheduled to be completed in 2007. ● Pedestrian bridge over Route 53 at Mulligan Drive: Proposed to be constructed by the Village, the bridge is to be constructed

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pending identifi cation of suffi cient funding sources. ● Ide Grove East connector: Connection between bikeways along Meadowwood and Woodward Avenues, pending annexa- tion and acquisition of property that is part of the Ide Tree Farm

GOAL B

Seek the provision of reasonable access to public transportation for Village residents.

Policy #4: Encourage the expansion of Pace bus service in Woodridge.

Limited access to public transportation is an issue cited by many Wo- odridge residents and business owners. This is especially an issue for commuters with evening and weekend service needs as the bus routes to the Belmont Avenue (Downers Grove) and Lisle Metra sta- tions only provide service during weekday, rush-hour time periods. This affects access to the Village’s business parks and retail centers, including Seven Bridges. The Village should be actively involved in the Pace South Cook County - Will County Initiative study process and advocate for improved bus service for Woodridge residents. In addition to more frequent service to Metra stations to the north, the Village could request a bus stop on Internationale Parkway, to pro- vide bus service to ProLogis Park Internationale Centre.

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Introduction

Community Vision

Community Character & Quality of Life

Land Use

Sub-area Plans The Village of Woodridge was originally developed as a single-family Community Facilities residential community. As market and homebuyer preferences have & Open Space changed, townhomes, multi-family developments, and larger single- family homes added diversity to the Village’s housing stock. The Transportation housing element of the Plan summarizes the Village’s housing char- acteristics and needs, including the availability of affordable housing,

Housing and provides policies to meet future needs. More information about existing housing conditions can be found in the Community Assess- Economic ment and Issues and Opportunities Report. Development

Implementation

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Throughout Woodridge, homes are generally well-maintained. One area where housing conditions have been a concern is near the Janes Avenue/83rd Street intersection. In this area several aging multi-fam- ily residential uses have suffered from maintenance deferral issues.

To leverage private investment in this area, the Village established a tax increment fi nance (TIF) district in 1995. These funds have been used for streetscape improvements. Additionally, in 2007 the Village approved a one-quarter percent sales tax increase for redevelop- ment. The revenue generated from the increase, along with the ex- isting TIF funds will be available to assist private property owners in rehabilitating their properties. The Village is working with property owners to facilitate rehabilitation and/or redevelopment of several of the properties in this area. The Village has also increased code en- forcement actions to ensure that existing buildings are maintained in a safe and attractive condition.

HOUSING TRENDS

● The Village had a total of 11,690 dwelling units in 2000, according to the U.S. Census. Of these units, almost one-half of the dwell- ing units in Woodridge are multi-family units.

Chart 2: Year 2000 Distribution of Dwelling Units by Percentage 7.5% 9.6% Legend: Single Family Duplex Townhomes 19.0% 52.9% 3 to 4 Unit Structures 5 to 9 Unit Structures 10 to 19 Unit Structures 3.7% 20 or more Unit Structures 7.0% Source: U.S. Census 0.3%

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● Woodridge has a higher proportion of rental units as compared to DuPage County as a whole. Sixty-seven percent of the house- holds in Woodridge own the residences in which they live, where- as home ownership in DuPage County is comparatively higher – 76% of the households in the County own their homes and only 24% rent their homes.

● Continued investment in single-family neighborhoods is antici- pated. In recent years, the number of permits for new homes and additions to single-family homes far exceeds the number of build- ing permits that were issued for other housing types.

HOUSING AFFORDABILITY

● Home ownership is affordable in Woodridge. The median value of owner-occupied units in Woodridge was $168,400 in 2000. Home ownership was affordable for the almost 80% of the Village residents who spent less than 30% of their household income on home ownership costs (the threshold for affordability established by the U.S. Department for Housing and Urban Development – HUD).

● Renting is also affordable, but less so than homeownership, and the median rent is increasing. The median rent for renter-occu- pied housing units in Woodridge was $756 in 2000. A total of 31% of the renter households in Woodridge paid more than 30% of their household income on rent. It should be noted that the median rent has increased signifi cantly since the year 2000 with the addition of high-end apartment complexes like Thornberry Apartments and AMLI at Seven Bridges.

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HOUSING GOALS AND POLICIES

Goals and policies for housing are provided below.

GOAL A

We will make available a variety of high quality and well-main- tained housing options for all residents of the Village.

Policy #1: Preserve the Village’s single-family residential character and ensure that residential redevelopment is compatible with existing neighborhoods.

The Village should strive to preserve residential character by encour- aging reinvestment in existing neighborhoods and by ensuring that redevelopment is compatible with existing neighborhoods. To ad- dress this, the Village could undertake an analysis of existing devel- opment patterns and characteristics, which are likely to vary by neigh- borhoods. Bulk regulations may need modifi cation or new residential districts may be needed.

Policy #2: Continue regular and active property maintenance and code en- forcement in residential areas.

Much of the Village’s character is refl ected through its single-family residential neighborhoods. The appearance of these neighborhoods should be maintained and enhanced to foster community pride. Ag- ing residential areas need to be monitored for deferred maintenance issues on individual properties. While properties in Woodridge are generally well-maintained, continued communication with property owners and, when necessary, enforcement action will help ensure that lack of maintenance will not ultimately affect the property values and aesthetics of residential neighborhoods.

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Policy #3: Facilitate development of senior housing that provides opportuni- ties for residents to meet their housing needs during their entire lifetime within Woodridge.

Efforts should be made to facilitate the development of senior housing for Woodridge residents. The Village should encourage the conver- sion/redevelopment of existing multi-family developments to integrate senior housing development into existing neighborhoods, and con- struction of mixed use developments on underutilized parcels. The Village should also proactively investigate public funding options for senior housing and work with property owners when they submit de- velopment plans to identify opportunities to integrate different hous- ing types within individual developments, especially senior housing.

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Introduction

Community Vision

Community Character & Quality of Life

Land Use

Sub-area Plans The Comprehensive Plan has identifi ed a range of community facility Community Facilities and development needs. While public fi nance is necessary to imple- & Open Space ment the Plan, equally important are the actions that the community can take relative to shaping and affecting market forces. Transportation

Housing

Economic Development

Implementation

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The Plan seeks to ensure that adequate economic development opportuni- ties are available, and defi nes the Village’s role within this broad strategy. An economic “snapshot” of Woodridge is provided as follows:

● Woodridge residents continue to reinvest in their single-family homes. In 2004, Woodridge issued 1,117 building permits for over $5.6 million in improvements to existing homes.

● Enforcement of the Village’s Multi-Family Housing Ordinance has re- quired signifi cant reinvestment in multi-family housing. Over the past fi ve years, over $18 million worth of improvements have been invested in multi-family housing.

● The Village of Woodridge has eight business parks that contain nearly 10 million square feet of building space, over 100 businesses, and 6,300 employees.

● ProLogis Park Internationale Centre is ranked by Crain’s Chicago Busi- ness as Chicagoland’s 3rd largest industrial park. The park occupies 840 acres and has over 7.2 million square feet of building space. At build out, it is anticipated that it will have 7.5 to 8.0 million square feet. The number of employees is expected to be approximately 4,500.

● The Seven Bridges “urban village” is a mixed use development that oc- cupies 400 acres and contains a mix of single family, townhouses, luxury condominiums, recreational facilities, entertainment uses, a golf course, and various retail uses.

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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT GOALS AND POLICIES

Goals and policies for economic development are provided below.

GOAL A

We will achieve economic stability by encouraging development diversity which increases the tax base and provides for more efficient delivery of municipal services.

Policy #1: Facilitate annexation of unincorporated properties within the planning area.

There are a number of unincorporated “islands” that are surrounded by, or adjacent to the Village’s borders within the Woodridge planning area. Due to their location, these properties inherently benefi t from the Village’s programs and services without participating in costs. Benefi ts include local assets such as community parks, improved streets, and enhanced property values. The Village should seek an- nexation agreements with these property owners in order to create a geographically unifi ed municipality and reduce the need for county services to isolated unincorporated areas.

Policy #2: Work with owners to facilitate development of remaining vacant properties.

The Village should continue regular contact with property owners and real estate professionals to understand market issues related to va- cant properties, and help minimize barriers to development. Specifi - cally, the Village can assist with facilitating land assembly and mar- keting the sites.

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Policy #3: Attract under-represented uses to Woodridge to diversify the economic base.

There are a number of uses that Woodridge seeks to attract to make a broad- er diversity of goods and services available to Village residents, to attract patrons that will help to support other local businesses, and to enhance the Village tax base. Uses that are under-represented and that the Village should work to attract include large-scale retail, a hotel, medical facilities, and quality sit-down restaurants.

Policy #4: Utilize the Village’s high-quality developments and visibility from I-355 and I-55 to promote the community.

Both ProLogis Park Internationale Centre and Seven Bridges are high-profi le developments that should be utilized to promote Woodridge as a quality com- munity with an abundance of employment opportunities and great access to a variety of goods and services.

The Village should use its visibility from the extended I-355 Tollway to pro- mote the community. New development that is visible from I-355 and I-55 should be required to utilize high-quality building design, signage, natural, well-landscaped stormwater detention facilities, and other attractive features to enhance the overall image of Woodridge, and attract patrons.

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GOAL B

The Village will continue to promote business sustainability by working closely with business owners to meet their diverse and dynamic needs.

Policy #5: Implement the strategies contained within the Business Retention Plan.

The Village should continue its efforts toward marketing Woodridge as a great place to conduct business, and promotional efforts to en- courage residents to shop locally. The Village should work with local business owners to foster growth, encourage expansion, offer sup- port, and to direct business owners to alternative resources.

Policy #6: Continue to work closely with the Woodridge Chamber of Com- merce to provide useful economic development tools.

The Village works closely with the Woodridge Chamber of Com- merce in the provision of information and resources to stimulate economic growth in the community. The following are existing eco- nomic development tools offered by the Village that should be con- tinued and expanded to assist the development community and market Woodridge:

● Tax Increment Finance District (TIF) ● Retail Opportunities Directory ● Business Retention Plan ● Woodridge Opportunities Newsletter ● Development Opportunities Sites Maps ● Business Resource Guide

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Policy #7: Establish an expedited development review process.

The Village prides itself in its ability to deal effectively with the de- velopment community through a user-friendly development approval process. Currently, all site plans for nonresidential development re- quire review by Village staff, recommendation by Plan Commission, and fi nal approval by the Village Board. This is a lengthy review process, and the Village may want to offer a streamlined approach, for minor site changes. Village staff might be authorized to admin- istratively review certain site plans, rather than requiring additional review by the Plan Commission and Village Board. This may require implementing a process similar to the Site Development (SDA) re- view process currently used for ProLogis Park Internationale Centre projects. The SDA review process has resulted in a quick build-out of the business park with high quality development.

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Introduction

Community Vision

Community Character & Quality of Life

Land Use

Sub-area Plans Establishing the basis for Plan implementation is essential to realize Community Facilities community aspirations envisioned by the Plan. This section identifi es & Open Space the support activities and responsibilities that are required to imple- ment the policies. It also identifi es selected short-range and long- Transportation range projects and programs that can be used as “benchmarks” for tracking the Village’s progress over time.

Housing

Economic Development

Implementation

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ADMINISTRATION OF THE PLAN

Successful administration of the Comprehensive Plan requires col- laboration among a variety of public and private stakeholders. A di- agram that illustrates the roles of various Village departments and other stakeholders and clarifi es these collaborative relationships is provided below.

VILLAGE BOARD

● Policy decisions ● Implementation decisions ● Allocation of funds PLAN COMMISSION

● Land use recommendations ● Implementation recommen- dations

PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

● Day to day coordination of plan implementation actions ● Provides technical information and staff support to Village Board and Plan Commission ● Assists other departments and private interests in land use and development activities ● Maintains a copy of the plan and provides plan information to the public

OTHER GOVERNMENT VILLAGE DEPARTMENTS BUSINESS COMMUNITY PUBLIC/ CIVIC GROUPS ENTITIES

Public Works Department Park District Woodridge Chamber of Residents/property Administration Department School Districts Commerce owners Building and Zoning Fire Protection Districts Developers Special interest groups Department DuPage County Real estate professionals Home Owners’ Associa- Finance Department State of Illinois (IDOT) Financial institutions tions Police Department Library Business owners ● Private investment in Will County ● Private investment in property ● Provision of municipal property ● Private property main- services ● Provision of services ● Property maintenance tenance ● Capital improvements ● Capital improvements ● Development assistance ● Public input ● Stewards of public ● Marketing/economic ● Implement local pro- lands development grams ● Financial assistance

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DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS AND GUIDELINES

The Future Land Use Framework within the Comprehensive Plan represents the community’s desired development pattern for the fu- ture. A key implementation mechanism used to achieve the desired development pattern is the mapping of zoning districts that regulate use of property and development densities anticipated by the land use map. Equally important are the related development standards and guidelines that dictate the bulk and scale of buildings, site layout, and overall design of development on private property. Several ex- isting Village regulations should be evaluated, as they may not fully support the Plan and its policies:

● Single-family residential bulk regulations: The bulk controls may permit infi ll residential development within existing neighbor- hoods that is incompatible and/or out-of-scale. ● Multi-family residential use regulations: The A-1 and A-2 multi-family residential use regulations do not permit mixed hous- ing types within a single development by-right. A PUD would be required to implement senior housing that included a mix of hous- ing types in a single development. ● Commercial district use regulations: The current regulations do not permit mixed use development that contain both com- mercial and residential uses by-right in any commercial district. A PUD would be required to implement mixed use. ● Commercial design standards or guidelines: While the ordi- nance requires landscaping and monument signs, there are no standards or guidelines that address and illustrate overall site layout and building design. More detailed design standards or guidelines would provide design direction for property owners. ● Site plan review process: Currently, most site plans are subject to review by Village staff, recommendation by Plan Commission, and approval by the Village Board. This is a lengthy process that may sometimes hinder development.

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CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM

The Village’s Capital Improvement Program is also an important im- plementation mechanism for programming and funding public proj- ects and infrastructure improvements. Public dollars will always be limited, so the Village should balance its priorities with available re- sources and other funding source options. When updating its annual CIP, the Village should consider the policies contained in the Plan.

FUNDING SOURCE OPTIONS

A variety of other funding sources may be available to the Village for implementing projects recommended by the Plan. The Village will need to stay abreast of changes in funding programs to determine ap- plicability requirements, deadlines, and matching funds needed. The Village could potentially use the following funding sources:

● Tax Increment Financing (TIF) ● Business Improvement District (BID) ● Special Services Area (SSA) ● Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) programs ● U.S. Small Business Administration programs ● U.S. Department of Transportation SAFETEA-LU programs

The Village should strive to leverage the use of local municipal funds by seeking out multiple grant or county, state and federal government sources that may be combined with them. The Village could also seek out public/private partnerships with developers to maximize the benefi ts from public funding.

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COMMUNICATION TOOLS

Woodridge utilizes a variety of mediums to communicate with its resi- dents and business community. Feedback provided from these ef- forts was utilized in preparation of the updated Plan and is utilized by the Village Board as it works through its annual Strategic Manage- ment Process during which it identifi es community-wide goals and priorities. The following is a list of communication techniques that the Village uses to inform and solicit input from the public. These are described in more detail in the Community Assessment and Issues and Opportunities Report.

● Woodridge Village Web Site and “e-News” ● Neighborhood Dialogue Meetings ● Annual Town Meeting ● Community Needs Survey ● Water Billing Briefs ● Focus Newsletter ● Woodridge Community Television ● Woodridge Weekly

PLAN REVIEW AND UPDATE

The Comprehensive Plan is not a static document, and the planning process must be continuous. The Plan should be monitored and up- dated on a regular basis.

PLAN MAINTENANCE

The Village’s Planning and Development Department should main- tain and update the Comprehensive Plan in a timely manner. In order to maintain the Plan’s applicability, the Planning and Development Department should undertake the following:

● Make the Plan available for public purchase and for public review at Village Hall, the library, and the municipal website; ● Utilize the Village’s strategic planning process to develop and

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continually update a list of possible issues or needs that may need to be addressed through Plan amendments; and, ● Assist the Plan Commission and Village Board in administration, interpretation, and application of the Plan.

PLAN REVIEW

The Village should review the Plan annually to coincide with the bud- get process and capital improvement program. This would allow Plan recommendations to be considered as part of the upcoming fi scal year commitments. Regular review of the Plan will ensure that its recommendations remain relevant to community needs.

PLAN UPDATE

The Village should undertake a systematic review and update of the Comprehensive Plan at least every ten years. This process should include input provided by local organizations and residents. The need for Plan amendments is the result of many infl uences, such as changes in attitude or emerging needs not foreseen at the time of Plan adoption. Any proposed amendment to the Comprehensive Plan should be subject to the following process: ● The Plan amendment request, and supporting documentation must be submitted in writing in a form acceptable to the Planning and Development Department; ● A public hearing shall be held by the Plan Commission. Upon close of the public hearing, the Plan Commission may recom- mend approval or disapproval of the Plan amendment, or approval with modifi cations. The Plan Commission may seek information, advice, or technical support from the Planning and Development Department or other advisors it deems appropriate, to draw rea- sonable conclusions regarding the proposed amendment. ● The Plan Commission’s recommendation is forwarded to the Vil- lage Board. In accordance with state law, the Village Board must take formal action on the Plan Commission’s recommendation within 90 days of the close of the public hearing, or no action may be taken.

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