WILL COUNTY BOARD LAND USE & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE MEETING July 9, 2026

The Will County Board Land Use & Development Committee met on July 9, 2026, to discuss several zoning and land use matters, including a significant rezoning request by Badger for a parcel on West 159th Street in Homer Glen. The rezoning from mixed residential and commercial to C4 highway commercial was debated extensively, with concerns raised by residents about potential industrial impacts, water usage, hazardous waste storage, and compatibility with local comprehensive plans. The committee also heard from the village mayor and other stakeholders about annexation and alternative site options. Additionally, the committee reviewed a proposed text amendment regarding solar farm permit applications, debating fee structures and application processes to maximize county revenue and improve regulatory oversight. The committee voted to advance the language for public hearing. A firearms business seeking a special use permit was also approved. The meeting included public comments, detailed discussions on zoning impacts, and motions related to fee schedules and permit processing for energy facilities, reflecting active procurement and land use policy considerations.