Burlington Comprehensive Plan
The Burlington Comprehensive Plan is in the implementation phase.
Update: Burlington's Board of Trustees adopted Keep Burlington Unique as the Village's official comprehensive plan on March 21, 2022. Please continue to check this website for information on next steps and updates on plan implementation!
The Village of Burlington is working with the Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) to create a new comprehensive plan that will establish a strategy and vision for the Village's future.
To do that, we need your help. Please use this site to tell us what is important to you, and what you would like Burlington to look like in the future. Use the tabs below to leave your feedback!
Update: Burlington's Board of Trustees adopted Keep Burlington Unique as the Village's official comprehensive plan on March 21, 2022. Please continue to check this website for information on next steps and updates on plan implementation!
The Village of Burlington is working with the Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) to create a new comprehensive plan that will establish a strategy and vision for the Village's future.
To do that, we need your help. Please use this site to tell us what is important to you, and what you would like Burlington to look like in the future. Use the tabs below to leave your feedback!
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What do you like about the draft plan?
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Do you have any concerns about the plan?
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What makes Burlington different?
almost 4 years agobwalshover 3 years agoA proper balance of country living while having the amenities but maintaining the character of the Village.
0 comment1MLover 3 years agoA relaxed community with many hidden talents and assets.
Although set in a rural frontal view, this community is known globally for its support role in intelligence and capabilities.
0 comment1ALutzover 3 years agoBurlington is a wonderful quiet and relaxed community with a country vibe. Not crowded, great restaurants, Motts and events in the park!
0 comment1Emmet Crokeover 3 years agoIt’s quiet country town but close enough to all the modern amenities a suburban town would have.
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What would you like to see in the plan?
almost 4 years agoALutzover 3 years agoAccessibility, Sidewalk from the Park parking on Burlington Rd to Downtown area with happenings in the Park; football, baseball and events
a safe walk way or extended road shoulder would provide many park visitors and residents easy access to the downtown Burlington. Safe crossing at railroad tracks. This could help downtown businesses gain more potential customers and increase additional business interest in the downtown.
0 comment1MLover 3 years agoDistribution of zoning that equally shares burden of tax distribution.
Diversity of zoning between residential, estate, farming, commercial, business, and industrial need to be considered on how these can support the needs of the properties and functions of the necessary municipal infrastructure. The monetary requirements of our municipality needs to be balanced with the area designated to support it financially.
0 comment2bwalshover 3 years agoThe small town atmosphere that has strong potential of growth while still maintaining its character. A quaint village that is very unique i
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Current Phase
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Existing Conditions Analysis & Stakeholder Interivews
Burlington Comprehensive Plan has finished this stageThe project team researched topics relevant to the community, including transportation, economic development, natural resources, and land use. The findings of this research were compiled into an Existing Conditions Report (ECR), posted below.
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Outreach and Engagement
Burlington Comprehensive Plan has finished this stageThe project team is seeking input from community members and stakeholders. Please provide input and feedback on the future of Burlington through the tools on this site.
Watch the mail and be on the lookout for posters at Village Hall and an upcoming virtual public meeting.
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Key Recommendations
Burlington Comprehensive Plan has finished this stageThe project team and steering committee are developing a memo that will outline key recommendations to be included in the draft plan. Once complete, the memo will be shared widely with residents and other stakeholders, and will serve as a foundation for conversations about the draft plan.
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Plan Development
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Public Review
Burlington Comprehensive Plan has finished this stageThe draft plan is complete, and available for download here. The project team will gather feedback on the draft, and make necessary changes before submitting the final plan for adoption by the village.
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Plan Implementation
Burlington Comprehensive Plan is currently at this stageCMAP staff are working with the Village of Burlington to identify next steps for putting the plan in action. Interested in getting involved? Let us know, and we'll make sure you're included in the process!
Important Links
Who's listening
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JP
Phone (312) 386-8623 Email jpatton@cmap.illinois.gov