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Bloomingdale council adopts new building setback ordinance, 6–1
Summary
The Bloomingdale Village Council approved a Building Setback Ordinance establishing minimum setbacks and an appeals process after discussion about impacts on small lots; the measure passed on a 6–1 roll call vote.
The Bloomingdale Village Council on Jan. 20 adopted a Building Setback Ordinance that sets minimum setbacks and building requirements for properties in the village. Council members debated potential impacts on small lots before the ordinance passed on a 6–1 roll call.
The ordinance, presented as part of the council’s ordinance review, includes an appeals process for property owners who believe the setback requirements impose undue hardship. Council members raised concerns about how the rules could affect smaller parcels and future development, and acknowledged the need to balance neighborhood character with property‑owner flexibility. The motion to adopt the ordinance was recorded as carried by roll call (6 yes, 1 no).
