Streaming LIVE: Aurora Building, Zoning and Economic Development Committee Meeting | 05-27-2026

The City of Aurora, IL Building, Zoning and Economic Development Committee met on May 27, 2026, to discuss two key development projects involving zoning changes and conditional use plan approvals. The first agenda item involved approving a conditional use plan for Tortilla Array, a food production business proposing to operate at 1955 East New York Street, including improvements to the parking lot and installation of grease traps. The committee approved the ordinance unanimously. The second item focused on a large residential development on vacant land east of the intersection of Ogden Avenue and 75th Street, known as the Kingsley Road subdivision. This project involves rezoning to allow 185 townhomes with associated infrastructure improvements, including the extension of Commons Drive and stormwater management. The developer highlighted that the city has committed over $7 million in public funds for road and stormwater improvements, but the current project will fund these improvements independently. The committee discussed concerns about open space, pedestrian access, and traffic flow. The developer requested to hold final approval to address outstanding questions, particularly regarding open space and development agreements. Overall, the meeting centered on zoning approvals, infrastructure planning, and development agreements critical to advancing these projects.