The Naperville Downtown 2030 Plan is a continuation of the “never ending story” of vision, cooperation, and economic development for Naperville’s downtown.
The Naperville Downtown 2030 Plan is a continuation of the “never ending story” of vision, cooperation, and economic development for Naperville’s downtown.
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Downtown Naperville is a special place – a destination that stands apart from other communities in the region. Naperville Downtown2030 builds upon the history and success of previous downtown plans and draws upon these ideas to establish a culture and vision which serve as the foundation of the plan. The fundamental themes carried over from the Downtown Plan (2000) include:
In addition, Naperville Downtown2030 offers new forward-thinking recommendations that will help to maintain the vibrancy of downtown and further enhance its desired culture. Provided below is a snapshot highlighting some of the new recommendations for the downtown through 2030.
In response to changing land use policies and market trends, several amendments are recommended to the zoning districts governing the Downtown Core, Secondary Downtown, and Transitional Use areas. These amendments include new use restrictions/allowances, setback and parking requirements, and the establishment of a maximum height limitation to distinguish between these areas consistent with the intent of each district established in 2000. Unlike the Downtown Plan (2000), the City will not initiate the rezoning of any downtown property for compliance with the Future Land Use Map
Recognizing the market pressures on downtown, objectives have been developed for the North Downtown Special Planning Area, which is an area bordered by Douglas Avenue on the north, Washington Street on the east, Benton Avenue on the south, and Webster Street on the west. This area merits special planning attention due to its ability, if redeveloped, to impact the downtown environment and culture, impact on nearby institutional uses such as Washington Junior High and the DuPage Children’s Museum, as well as serve the northern gateway into downtown Naperville. Should development occur in this area, it should be meaningful and result in the creation of a special place.
Where previous plans have focused almost exclusively on the pedestrian environment and the walkable downtown core, Naperville Downtown2030 offers a new additional emphasis on bicycling. The plan recommends routes and amenities to safely accommodate bicyclists in harmony with the strong pedestrian environment.
Since the Riverwalk was established in 1981, Naperville has been a leader in providing top quality urban amenities and gathering places that draw not only residents and customers, but thousands of visitors each year. Naperville Downtown2030 seeks to build upon this legacy by:
To respect Naperville’s unique culture, design and style, standards for new construction, additions and modifications to buildings have been established in a companion document, Downtown Building Design Standards. Recommendations are also made regarding buildings of historic interest in Naperville Downtown2030.
Key to achieving the vision of Naperville Downtown2030 is the implementation of the numerous recommendations made throughout the plan. The action agenda lists several implementation items in an effort to assist the Downtown Advisory Commission develop their work program and prioritize objectives for the downtown each year.
Naperville Downtown2030 replaces the Downtown Plan (2000) and will serve as the guiding document for downtown Naperville for the 20-year planning period. As this plan reaches its sunset in 2030, Naperville will be on the cusp of its 200th anniversary. Naperville Downtown2030 offers a vision for maintaining downtown Naperville’s status as a vibrant, dynamic focal point as the city reaches this major milestone.