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Commission forwards text amendment to allow mixed‑use development in select commercial districts

Machesney Park Planning & Zoning Commission · September 23, 2025
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Summary

The commission recommended ordinance 41‑25 to add mixed‑use definitions and use criteria so dwelling units can be added above or behind commercial spaces in the commercial neighborhood and community districts, legalizing some existing buildings and requiring inspections and parking safeguards.

The Planning & Zoning Commission on Sept. 22 voted to forward a text amendment (ordinance 41‑25) that would add definitions and regulations to allow mixed‑use development — specifically permitting residential dwellings above or behind commercial uses in the commercial neighborhood and commercial community zoning districts.

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