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City of Sycamore Unified Development Ordinance (UDO)
The City of Sycamore's Unified Development Ordinance is intended to serve as a guide for preserving and perpetuating the unique character of the City of Sycamore. It addresses various topics regarding the development and use of land in Sycamore.
- Title Page
- Table of Contents
- Table of Amendments
- Chapter 1 - General Provisions
- Chapter 2 - Decision-Making, Administration, and Enforcement Responsibilities
- Chapter 3 - Non-Conforming Lots, Buildings, Structures and Uses
- Chapter 4 - Development Review Procedures
- Chapter 5 - Use Districts
- Chapter 6 - Land Use and Development Standards
Appear Before the Planning & Zoning Commission
As specified in Chapter 4 of the Unified Development Ordinance, the following actions require appearance before the Planning & Zoning Commission:
- Workshop Session
- Concept Plan
- Plat of Subdivision
- Resubdivision
- Planned Unit Development (PUD)
- PUD Amendment
- Variation
- Amendment of UDO
- Special Use Permit
- Zoning Map Amendment (Rezone)
- Annexation
- Easement Vacation/Dedication
If you wish to appear before the Planning & Zoning Commission, please complete and submit the following petition:
Petition to Appear Before the Planning & Zoning Commission
A $300 fee is required to appear before the Planning & Zoning Commission. Fees must be paid to the City Clerk before your scheduled appearance.
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John Sauter
Director of Community DevelopmentPhone: 815-895-4434
Economic Development Resources
Looking to start or relocate an industrial business in Sycamore? The Department of Planning & Zoning maintains a directory of vacant and undeveloped property zoned for industrial use. Planning & Zoning Department staff can answer questions relating to a property's zoning, development history, or lot development standards. The directory is not a real estate listing; please contact the property's owner or broker for all inquiries related to pricing.
Available Industrial Property (August 2024)
Interested in featuring your industrial property in the directory? Contact Carter Moran for details.
DeKalb County Enterprise Zone
The DeKalb County Economic Development Corporation, in partnership with the municipalities of DeKalb County, oversees the DeKalb County Enterprise Zone to encourage business development throughout the county. Industrial and knowledge-based businesses locating in Sycamore that meet the Zone's qualifications can receive a 5-year Property Tax Abatement. Qualifying businesses can receive additional incentives from DeKalb County as listed on Page 2. To see if your business would qualify for a Property Tax Abatement or other financial incentive, or to see a map of the properties included in the Enterprise Zone, explore the resources below: