Development Applications

If you are looking to remodel, repair, replace, or add new structures or additions, you may need a permit. Please view the appropriate permit application and corresponding permit application handout below. If you are unsure about the regulations of your project, please visit Inspectional Services.

The Community and Economic Development Department administers development applications for (1) Special Uses; (2) Variations; (3) Planned Unit Developments (P.U.D.s), Rezoning, and Comprehensive Plan Amendment; (4) Text Amendments; and (5) Plat of Subdivisions.

PROCESS OVERVIEW

The Development Process generally takes 3-4 months to complete:

• Staff Review at an in-house Staff Development Review Committee (DRC) meeting (held monthly)
• A public hearing before the Development Commission, typically held the 2nd Thursday of the month at 7 pm. To view about the Development Commission, including the Schedule and Development Application Timeline, please see the Development Commission page.
• A final action by the President and Village Board of Trustees at a separate Village Board meeting held the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month. To view  the Village Board agendas, click here.  

DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION FORM & GUIDE

• Development Application Form : The development application form used for all development project requests. 
• Development Application Procedures & Requirements : The development application form guide that includes detailed information for the process; public hearing notification and procedures; fees; permitting; and Certificate of Occupancy.  

RESOURCES

• Development Commission Flowchart : Illustrates the public hearing process for all development applications except text amendments. 
• IDNR Agency Action Report : The Endangered Species Consultation Agency Action Report to be submitted to the Illinois Department of Natural Resources.
• Kane-DuPage Land Use Opinion Application : For development projects in DuPage County.
• Hanover Park Municipal Code: All regulations for development and improvement of property in the Village of Hanover Park.