Village Of Northbrook: Help The Village Rewrite Its Zoning Code

Press release from the Village of Northbrook:

April 10, 2023

The Village of Northbrook’s current Zoning Code was adopted in 1988 and has been amended periodically. It is a traditional use-based “Euclidean” ordinance that segregates land use and bulk, space, height and yard requirements by zoning districts. Over the years, however, the Village adopted new community goals, objectives, and strategies based on organic land development, market trends, new technologies, and an emphasis on environmental sustainability. Additionally, subsequent community plans have been adopted throughout the life of the Zoning Code, including the: Comprehensive Plan (2010), Master Bicycle & Pedestrian Plan (2018), Affordable Housing Plan (2020) and Climate Action Plan (2021).

The Village now seeks to develop and adopt a new Zoning Code to comprehensively incorporate the priorities of these community plans, as well as: introduce new standards, streamline current entitlement procedures, and incorporate a plan that is user-friendly to best serve the residents, businesses, and all community stakeholders.

As we move forward in this update we invite you to stay informed and active in this process by visiting the link to the project site here www.hla.fyi/northbrookzoningcoderewrite or clicking on the QR link below.”

This press release was produced by the Village of Northbrook. The views expressed here are the author’s own.