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Community Development Department

The Community Development Department is responsible for economic development, planning, zoning, appearance review, building permits and code enforcement activities as related to the built environment.

Comm. Dev. Director
Cathleen Tymoszenko
ctymoszenko@wdundee.org

Chief Building Official
Mike Magnussen
mmagnussen@wdundee.org

Admin Assistant (FT)
Marilynn Serra
mserra@wdundee.org

Admin Assistant (PT)
Irma Turek
iturek@wdundee.org

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The Community Development Department promotes economic growth and well-being for the community’s tax base by pursuing economic development opportunities and working to ensure that projects come forward in compliance with the Comprehensive Plan. The deparmtent works to build consensus for projects and gain neighborhood and commission support, as well as ensuring that proposals are in sync with Village Board policies and goals. After a project is approved, Community Development manages performance securities, coordinates engineering and subdivision reviews, ensures code compliance, issues and administer permits and performs inspections.

The Community Development Department also administers the business and rental registration and licensing programs, the special event application process and the Village’s facade and economic development low-interest loans and grants programs. On a case-by-case basis, individual assistance is provided to businesses and property owners to help solve problems, foster growth and stability, and achieve common goals for the economic health of the community and region.

Community Development aims to foster a positive image for the community, maintain the Village’s reputation in the region by providing a high level of service and preserve history while carving out a strong future position. Their commitment is to the betterment of the built environment, as well as the livability of the community.

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Public Safety Center II
100 Carrington Drive
West Dundee, IL 60118

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(847) 551-3805
(847) 551-3814
8am - 4:30pm M-F

Development Projects

DreamCo Design

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DreamCo Design is the new owner of the Miller Building at 102 W. Main (formerly Kane County Cleaners). An extensive remodeling project is underway to move this web design business to Main Street and to restore the storefront facade to resemble its original grandeur.

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Flaming Grill at Spring Hill Mall

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Flaming Grill is working to bring a new Hibachi and Sushi Buffet to Spring Hill Mall in the space previously occupied by Old County Buffet. The restaurant will feature several stations for a variety of Hibachi, Chinese and Japanese Seafood Choices.

Clearwater Theater Redevelopment

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The Village is working with the new owner of the Clearwater Theater to create a new live music entertainment venue in the downtown. Architects are working to prepare and submit plans for review.

Olive Garden Renovations

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Construction will begin this spring to remodel the interior and exterior of Olive Garden Restaurant. The facade will be improved with a new stone entrance tower and decorative stone. The interior will be remodeled with new fixtures and an improved atmosphere.

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Marriot TownPlace and CourtYard

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Marriot is in the midst of a $1 million dollar interior remodel of of all the guest rooms and public spaces in both hotels.

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Mon
May 27
2013

Memorial Day - Village Offices CLOSED

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All Village offices are closed in observation of the holiday, including Village Hall, Public Safety Centers 1 and 2 and the Public Works facility. This is also one of the 6 holidays recognized by Allied Waste. Therefore, curbside refuse collection will be one day later than usual for the week of the holiday. Collection will be on Saturday.

Tue
Jun 18
2013

Homes for a Changing Region Community Workshop

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7:00PM - 9:00PM at Public Safety Center #2, 100 Carrington Drive
The Village of West Dundee is participating in a regional housing study along with East Dundee, Carpentersville and Elgin as part of a technical assistance grant from the Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning. The purpose of the study is to better understand current and future housing demands in order to improve conditions for residential living and business attraction, retention and expansion.

As part of this process, the Village is hosting a community workshop on Tuesday, June 18 from 7:00 to 9:00 pm at Public Safety Center #2.

Input and participation in this workshop by West Dundee residents and stakeholders will assist the Village in shaping the future housing decisions that are made for our community.

You are cordially invited to attend and participate in the process. We would ask for your assistance to spread the word to your friends and neighbors to encourage their participation as well. This is a community effort and a great opportunity for residents of the community to become involved and engaged in shaping the future of West Dundee.

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Thu
Jul 04
2013

Independence Day - Village Offices CLOSED

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All Village offices are closed in observation of the holiday, including Village Hall, Public Safety Centers 1 and 2 and the Public Works facility. This is also one of the 6 holidays recognized by Allied Waste. Therefore, curbside refuse collection will be one day later than usual for the week of the holiday. Collection will be on Saturday.

Mon
Sep 02
2013

Labor Day - Village Offices CLOSED

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All Village offices are closed in observation of the holiday, including Village Hall, Public Safety Centers 1 and 2 and the Public Works facility. This is one of the 6 holidays recognized by Allied Waste. Therefore, curbside refuse collection will be one day later than usual for the week of the holiday. Collection will be on Saturday.

Thu
Nov 28
2013

Thanksgiving - Village Offices CLOSED

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All Village offices are closed in observation of the holiday, including Village Hall, Public Safety Centers 1 and 2 and the Public Works facility. This is one of the 6 holidays recognized by Allied Waste. Therefore, curbside refuse collection will be one day later than usual for the week of the holiday. Collection will be on Saturday.


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