City of Elmhurst

Department of Planning, Zoning, & Economic Development

Phone Number: (630) 530-3100

The primary mission of the Planning, Zoning, and Economic Development Department is to effect the orderly development of the community through the monitoring of development activities consistent with adopted long-range plans and zoning codes and, where appropriate, initiate actions to effect development consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and promote business growth in the community. The department fulfills its mission by: (1) advising prospective developers about zoning and subdivision requirements and compatibility with the city's Comprehensive Plan, (2) providing support to the Zoning and Planning Commission relative to ongoing evaluation of the Comprehensive Plan and response to applications for Zoning Code changes, text amendments, conditional uses or variations, (3) working with existing and new businesses to promote their retention and attraction in the community, (4) promoting Elmhurst through overnight stays and day trips to Elmhurst, accomplished through paid ads in targeted publications, cooperative ventures with business groups, provision of information to potential visitors, assistance to community events, and dialogue with local and area hotels, attractions and restaurants.