Community Development

Located in Village Hall, the Community Development Department includes the following divisions:  Economic Development and Planning & Zoning, Building, and Environmental Health.  

Economic Development and Planning & Zoning
The Economic Development and Planning & Zoning Division encourages new business development through various economic development programs and administers zoning and development codes to ensure orderly development within the Village.  This includes: review of permits for zoning compliance; processing of zoning applications through the Planning and Zoning Commission; the creation and application of the Village's Comprehensive Plan and other long-range planning documents; and the administration of the Community Development Block Grant program.

Building & Inspection Services
The Building & Inspection Services Division reviews building plans, issues permits, and performs the necessary inspections to ensure adherence to proper construction and design codes.  In addition, this division is responsible for protecting and improving the health and well-being of Village residents. Duties include residential and commercial code enforcement, rental licensing registration, and health, housing, and property maintenance inspections.