Community Development
The Community Development Department is responsible for all building, planning and economic development functions within the City of Loves Park. This department guides development from the time that property owners decide to develop their property in Loves Park, through the construction phase, and follows the maintenance of properties after buildings are occupied.
Community Development also reviews building permits applications before construction begins to ensure all construction meets our current code. Loves Park building inspectors inspect buildings under construction to make sure they are safe and meet minimum standards. Once buildings are occupied, code enforcement officers make sure all properties are well maintained and conform with the property maintenance code.
Feel free to contact the Community Development Department with any questions regarding these codes or planning issues at (815) 654-5033.
STEVE THOMPSON
Director of Community Development & Public Works / Building Official
Contact Information
| Name | Office Phone | About |
|---|---|---|
| Steve Thompson Director of Community Development & Public Works / Building Official |
(815) 654-5033 | Email | Bio |
| Nathan Bruck Economic Development & Planning Manager |
(815) 654-5033 | Email | Bio |
| Pat Jacobson Administrative Assistant – Public Works |
(815) 639-2510 | Email | Bio |
| Fax Number – Community Development Department | (815) 654-5004 |
Available Downloads
Downloads
| Overlay Review Board Application | Download File |
| E. Riverside/I90 Overlay District Design Standards | Download File |
| Stormwater MS4 | Download File |
| 2020 River Lane Reconstruction Plans | Download File |
| 2020 River Lane Reconstruction FAQ’s | Download File |
| Comprehensive Plan This document is the City’s “Blueprint to 2037” |
Download File |
| Loves Park City Municipal Code Unsure what the rules and regulations are in Loves Park? Look through the City Code here. |
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| Plat Submittal Requirements | Download File |
| Public Safety Study – January 2018 | Download File |
| Real Estate Combination Request Form | Download File |
| Subdivision Plat Review Procedure | Download File |
| TIF Assistance Policies and Application | Download File |
| Zoning & Planning Fees | Download File |
| Zoning Ordinance Regulations for zoning, building setbacks, parking requirements, and more. |
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| Loves Park-Machesney Park Enterprise Zone Application | Download File |
| Riverside Boulevard Corridor Study – 2011 | Download File |
| Forest Hills TIF Redevelopment Plan & Project -2014 | Download File |
Maps
| Interactive Capital Improvement Program Map See the City’s proposed Capital Improvement Program. Select feature with the map to view detailed information for each proposed project. |
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| Zoning Map | View Map |