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A 10-acre tract in north Elgin could see zoning changes to allow for smaller lots and duplex housing, pending City Council action this week.
The council was scheduled for a public hearing and vote after press time Tuesday, June 3, potentially clearing the way for a higher-density residential development near Klaus Lane. The parcel, currently zoned for single- family homes, could be reclassified to permit both single-family and duplex dwellings, according to city records.
The Planning and Zoning Commission reviewed the request at a public hearing May 19 and recommended approval. The parcel was annexed into city limits in late 2022 and is currently classified under Elgin’s default zoning for new areas.
If approved, the change would reduce minimum lot sizes from 9,000 to 7,500 square feet and permit duplex construction. A concept plan submitted by the property owner outlines a proposed layout.
The land borders the Northside Meadows subdivision and would include an extension of a 70-foot right-of-way collector street connecting County Line Road and Klaus Lane. The new road would run through the Briarwood, Northside Meadows and Cano subdivisions, with no residential driveways allowed on the collector route within the Cano development, the agenda item shows.
While the change follows city zoning procedures, some residents have raised concerns about its scale and potential impacts. Concerns cited include effects on home values in nearby subdivisions, pressure on infrastructure and existing neighborhood compatibility.
Others have previously pointed to the broader pace of growth in Elgin, calling for more cautious planning to protect quality of life and ensure long-term water availability.
Coverage of the meeting and council action to come in the Courier.
