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Resident urges trustees to reject proposed multiple-dwelling complex on Farwell Street

3630060 · June 3, 2025
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Summary

A resident told the Village Board that a proposed multiple-dwelling unit (file 24-0014) near Farwell Street would increase traffic, harm safety and lower property values; the comment was entered into the record during the June 2 meeting.

Preston Van Meaghem, a resident of the neighborhood identified in filing 24-0014, urged the Village of Carol Stream Board of Trustees during the public-comment period to oppose a proposed multiple-dwelling unit complex near Farwell Street.

Van Meaghem said he and his wife moved to the area "2.5 years ago in large part due to the amazing sense of community" and that the proposed development would "increase traffic and strain on a small community, unilaterally decrease property values, and exponentially increase safety concerns." He told the board the…

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