Will County Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Tuesday July 7, 2026

The Will County Board Planning and Zoning Commission held a regular meeting on July 7, 2026, addressing several zoning cases and special use permits. Key procurement-related discussions included approval of variances for property lot frontage and accessory building area for a property in Lennox Township, with motions passed to grant variances allowing an increase in accessory building size and reduced lot frontage. Another case involved approval of a special use permit for a firearms dealer operating as a home occupation, with conditions including obtaining building permits for security systems. Additionally, a variance was approved for construction of a detached garage in New Lennox Township, contingent on road authority approval for new driveway access. The commission also approved a temporary use permit for a chicken coop on a residentially zoned property to support educational programming, with conditions limiting the permit duration and prohibiting roosters. Public concerns about wildlife and neighborhood impact were discussed but did not prevent permit approval. Overall, the meeting focused on zoning variances, special use permits, and compliance with building and safety regulations, with several motions passed to authorize property modifications and temporary uses.