The Community Development Department is responsible for all planning, zoning, economic development, building and property maintenance functions within the Village. The primary focus of the Department is to ensure that all proposed and existing developments are consistent with the overall development goals of the Village.
Emphasis is placed on planning and economic development strategies as well as property maintenance.
Department staff reviews all proposed developments for compliance with the Village s Comprehensive Plan and Zoning, Subdivision and Building Ordinances and provides principal staffing to the Plan Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals. The Department also coordinates review of projects with other Departments and relevant government agencies, and promotes the Village to attract new, and retain current, commercial and industrial developments. The Community Development Department enforces all building, zoning and property maintenance codes. The Community Development Department works in cooperation with the Fire and Public Works Departments to provide business occupancy and construction inspections throughout the year. Inspectors review new and existing developments and structures to ensure compliance with required construction standards.