Planning Division

200 E. Cook Avenue, Libertyville, IL 60048


(847) 918-2028 Fax: (847) 367-5148

The Planning Division is led by John P. Spoden, AICP as the Director of Community Development. We are responsible for the long range planning, zoning, planned land use development, economic development, and meeting the Village established guidelines for the appearance of commercial and industrial properties including facades, landscaping and signs.

Our residents regularly work with the Planning Division to check lot coverage as well as heights and size of new structures at their home. Lot coverage needs to be checked for all driveways, patios, private sidewalks, swimming pools, firepits and some retaining walls. You will need to provide a copy of your plat of survey for accurate calculations. You can contact us on-line or by phone at (847) 918-2028.

The Planning Division provides Staff support to the Plan Commission/Zoning Board of Appeals and Appearance Review Commission.
Image of resident viewing and labeling poster at community workshop.
Photo: Comprehensive Plan community engagement workshop.

UPCOMING MEETINGS

08.17.20 - Historic Preservation Commission Meeting

Agenda: Click here for the agenda, refer below for agenda materials.

The Village will be hosting this as a virtual meeting on Monday, August 17th at 5:00 PM. If you have any comments or questions about the proposed items, please email Chris Sandine. 

How to Participate in the Meeting: Please join the meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone via GoToMeeting at https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/576090685. You can also dial in using your phone by calling (408) 650-3123 and entering Access Code: 576-090-685. 

Agenda Items (click on case number to review project materials):

  • HPC 20-02- 406 N. Milwaukee Avenue. North Shore Sign Co., Authorized Agent for Libertyville, LLC 
    • Request is for new signage. 

08.17.20  - Appearance Review Commission Meeting

Agenda: Click here for the agenda, refer below for agenda materials.

The Village will be hosting this as a virtual meeting on Monday, August 17th at 7:00 PM. If you have any comments or questions about the proposed items, please email Chris Sandine.

How to Participate in the Meeting: Please join the meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone via GoToMeeting at https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/672877525. You can also dial in using your phone by calling  (224) 501-3412 and entering Access Code: 672-877-525.

Agenda Items (Click Here to Review Project Materials):

  • ARC 20-30 - Lauren Drew, Authorized Agent for Riva Ridge Umbrella Association
    • Request is for new landscaping.
  • ARC 20-31 - John Millison, Authorized Agent for Riva Ridge Umbrella Association
    • Request is for new signage.
  • ARC 20-32 - 1201 American Way.  Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Libertyville, LLC, Applicant
    • Request is for new building facades, landscaping, lighting, and signage.
  • ARC 20-33 - 180-184 Red Top Drive. The Townhomes of Red Top Association, Applicant
    • Request is for new building facades. 
  • ARC 20-34 - 190-194 Red Top Drive. The Townhomes of Red Top Association, Applicant
    • Request is for new building facades. 

08.24.20  - Plan Commission/Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting

Agenda:   Links to agenda and agenda materials to be posted prior to meeting.

The Village will be hosting this as a virtual meeting on Monday, August 24th at 7:00 PM. If you have any comments or questions about the proposed items, please email David Smith.

How to Participate in the Meeting: Please join the meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone via GoToMeeting, meeting details forthcoming.

Agenda Items (click on case number to review project materials when available):

  • PC 20-23 and 20-24- Allen & Rowena Oliva, Integrated Palliative and Hospice, applicant - 151 W Golf Rd
    • Text amendment to include "Hospice with Inpatient Care" as a Special Permit Use,
    • Special Use Permit for a Hospice with Inpatient Care

RESOURCES


The following resources are available to assist your land planning efforts.

Zoning Map

View the Zoning Map or purchase a copy of the Zoning Map from the Planning Division for $10.00.

Zoning Code


Download the Zoning Code from this site or purchase the Zoning Code in paper copy from the Planning Division for $30.00.

Comprehensive Plan


Download the Comprehensive Plan or purchase a paper copy of the Comprehensive Plan from the Planning Division for $50.00.

Downtown Transit Oriented Development Plan