Plan Commission debates mural rules; zoning staff warns village cannot regulate content

Jul 21, 2026

Commissioners discussed allowing murals under sign rules but stopped short of changing code after staff warned the village cannot regulate mural content except for unprotected categories such as incitement or obscenity. The item may return for further consideration.

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Chairperson Susan Selner introduced the agenda item after public comment at a prior Village Board meeting raised questions about whether murals should be allowed under the village sign code.

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