Overview
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. The Department also operates a property maintenance inspection programs.




