Development Applications

If you are looking to remodel, repair, replace, or add new structures or additions, a permit may be required. Please review the appropriate permit application(s) and corresponding permit application handout(s) below. If you are unsure about the regulations that apply to your project, please visit the Inspectional Services page.

The Community and Economic Development Department administers development applications for (1) Special Uses; (2) Variations and Design Exceptions; (3) Planned Unit Developments (PUDs), Master Planned Developments (MPDs), Rezonings (Map Amendments), and Comprehensive Plan Amendments; (4) Text Amendments; and (5) Plats of Subdivision.

PROCESS OVERVIEW

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

• Staff Review: Monthly review sessions are held by the in-house Staff Development Review Committee (DRC).
• Development Commission Public Hearing: A public hearing is scheduled before the Development Commission, typically held on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 7:00 p.m. For more information about the Development Commission, including the Meeting Schedule and Development Application Timeline, please visit the Development Commission page.
• Village Board Action: A final action by the President and Village Board of Trustees occurs at a separate Village Board meeting, held on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month. Village Board agendas are available 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.