Palatine planning commissioners unanimously recommend village adopt updated comprehensive plan

The Village of Palatine Planning and Zoning Commission voted unanimously March 25 to recommend that the village council adopt the final draft of the Village of Palatine Comprehensive Plan, following a presentation by village staff and the Lakota Group and a public hearing with two members of the public.

Community Development Director Mike Jacobs told the commission the plan process began in early 2023 and included interviews with village departments, outreach to the mayor and village council, stakeholder groups (including the park district and historical society), meetings with local businesses and developers, student input from Frampton and Palatine high schools, two community open houses (September 2023 and June 2024), and an online engagement portal. Jacobs said the steering committee — which included residents, business owners and the planning commission chair — recommended approval and staff also recommended the plan.

Andy Cross, senior planner with the Lakota Group, described the document’s structure and priorities. The plan is organized around three themes — the built environment, economy and growth,…