Development Services

Attention

The Development Services Department is committed to abiding by the CDC recommendations to reduce the spread of the COVID-19 virus.  To safeguard the health of the public and our employees, and to ensure the high standard of service delivered to the public is not interrupted, the Development Services Department has implemented new operating policies and procedures, which are outlined in the following documents:

• Inspection Policies and Procedures
• Permit Policies and Procedures
• Annual Fire System Testing Suspended

Responsibilities

The Development Services Department is responsible for coordinating, reviewing, and inspecting development projects, as well as administering the Village's codes and ordinances related to building, zoning, stormwater, and property maintenance.

The department provides direct staff support to several advisory boards and commissions, including the:

• Bicycle and Pedestrian Task Force
• Building Code Board of Appeals
• Planning and Zoning Commission
• Economic Development Commission
• Flood Information Committee

Enforcement

The Development Services Department administers and enforces the Village's building, zoning, stormwater, and property maintenance regulations.  The Development Services Department also administers the Village's Elevator Inspection Program. 
 

Department Staff

The Development Services Department consists of 8 full-time employees and 2 part-time employees, including the Village's Customer Service representatives.