Departments > Development & Growth Mgmt.
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Mission Statement
The Department of Community Development and Growth Management (CDGM) is committed to proactive, community-focused principals founded on public participation, and the building of a livable, sustainable community. Our mission is to provide a quality of life in Oak Lawn that is enriched by choices in housing and transportation, retail conveniences, efficient use of public infrastructure, distinctive community character, and a robust civic life.
The Department assists property owners and builders, encouraging new and innovative solutions to construction challenges, and evaluates alternatives to adopted policies, ordinances, and regulations. The Department is responsible for ensuring compliance with building codes and standards that protect the public welfare, and foster an environment of managed community growth. The Department provides design guidance, reviews zoning and subdivision applications, and serves the Village Board policy with respect to growth and development. The Department evaluates developments with respect to surrounding land use, appearance, construction quality, and impact on traffic patterns.
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