Orland Park moves forward with ambitious downtown redevelopment plan

In a recent meeting held on November 27, 2023, the Joint Review Board (JRB) of Orland Park discussed significant developments regarding the village's downtown project. Village staff announced plans to amend the existing Main Street Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district and establish a new TIF in a triangular area bordered by 143rd Street, LaGrange Road, and Southwest Avenue. This initiative aims to facilitate the ongoing collaboration between the village and Edwards Realty, which has received zoning entitlements necessary to advance the project.

Following the approval of the meeting minutes, a video presentation detailing the project was shared, accompanied by an explanation from a village attorney regarding the zoning entitlements and the upcoming steps leading to the commencement of construction. The JRB and the public were invited to engage in a question-and-answer session to address any concerns or inquiries about the project.

The downtown development project, which began in 2004, represents a long-term vision for Orland Park to create a pedestrian-friendly environment. To date, the village has invested approximately $150 million in public-private partnerships, land acquisitions, and infrastructure improvements. Despite these efforts, the project remains incomplete, and the village is eager to finalize the details and break ground in the coming months.