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Economic Development and Planning

Here is where those interested in starting, growing, or investing in a business in the City of Oak Park will find tools, guidance, and resources tailored to your stage of business.

Oak Park is a community that values its local businesses. We strive to be approachable, responsive and collaborative, because when businesses succeed, our community thrives.

Whether you’re just getting started, planning your next move, or looking to invest, our team is here to help you navigate the process, answer questions, and move projects forward.

Reasons for contacting Economic Development and Planning:

Business

  • Available properties

  • Business development

  • Business financing

  • Economic development

  • Expanding a business in Oak Park

  • Inquiring about a business in Oak Park Planning inquiries

  • Relocating an existing business to Oak Park

  • Site plan review application

  • Starting a business in Oak Park

  • Zoning Board of Appeals application (variance requests)

  • Zoning inquiries

Residential

  • Community profiles

  • Inquiring about living in Oak Park

  • Moving to Oak Park

  • Multiple housing options in Oak Park

  • Quality of life in Oak Park