Projects

Development Projects

This page provides up-to-date information on large-scale private development projects that are going through the City’s review process, have been approved, or are currently under construction. Click on a project to view plan documents and information about public meetings.

Weekly Development Report(PDF, 252KB)

Charlestowne Lakes

Townhome & duplex development on Foxfield Dr. at King Edward Ave.

Charlestowne Mall Redevelopment

Fox Haven Square

The City has approved development plans for Fox Haven Square, a retail/restaurant development which also includes a pickleball facility. The project is located on the vacant lot south of Jewel, near the corner of E Main Street and Kirk Road.

McGrath Business Center

McGrath Honda and Kia dealerships at east end of former Pheasant Run property

Munhall Glen

Residential subdivision consisting of 50 single-family homes located off Munhall Ave.

Pheasant Run Industrial Park

Redevelopment of former Pheasant Run golf course

Prairie Center

Redevelopment of former St. Charles Mall site, IL Rt. 38 & Randall Rd.

River 504 Rowhomes

8-unit rowhome development at NE corner of 1st & Prairie Streets

The Oaks Lots 7-12

New Townhomes in The Oaks of St. Charles

Whole Foods Market

Whole Foods Market to open June 25th, at the former Blue Goose location in Downtown St. Charles

Public Improvement Projects

Visit the Capital Improvement map application for detailed Information on current and future Capital Improvement Projects.

Capital Improvement map

2025 Sanitary Sewer Smoke Testing

The City of St. Charles is conducting a program to identify locations where storm water is entering the City sanitary sewer system. The study, being performed by the engineering firm GHA Group, Inc. of Vernon Hills, Illinois, includes smoke testing of the sanitary sewers.

2025 Street Rehabilitation Project

The City is conducting street resurfacing projects at various locations throughout the community aimed at maintaining the current roadway infrastructure. See project details below and please check back for project updates as we progress through construction.

Illinois Street Mid-Block Pedestrian Crossing

The 2023 St. Charles Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan identified the intersection of the Fox River Trail and Illinois Street west of the Fox River as a high-priority location for improvement. This crossing is in a key location for people walking along the river to downtown businesses and the First Street Plaza. The city recently completed design and bidding for this project which includes a pedestrian

Main Street Pedestrian Improvements at the First Street Plaza

The First Street plaza offers a central location for public fairs and festivals, entertainment and events, or just enjoying the views. It creates a welcoming spot to gather in the already popular downtown St. Charles area.

Prairie Street Resurfacing Project

The City of St. Charles is pleased to announce that Prairie Street will be resurfaced and restoration work completed in the 2025 construction season. This project page provides many details about this project, but should you have additional questions please don’t hesitate to contact the City.

Riverside Culvert Replacement Project

In 2021 the City completed the first significant construction project to mitigate flooding in the creek. In 2025 the City will be performing the next step in flood mitigation, replacing the culvert that carries 7th Avenue Creek under Riverside Ave (IL-25).

Sidewalk Gap Analysis

The City of St. Charles is developing a program to identify sidewalk gaps throughout the City to determine priority locations for new sidewalk installation. See project details below and please check back for project updates as we progress through the program.

Stern and Stetson Avenue Base Reclamation Project

The City will be base reclaiming Stern Avenue between Kirk Road and Kautz Road as well as Stetson Avenue between Stern Avenue and Swenson Avenue. See project details below and please check back for project updates as we progress through construction.

City Studies & Initiatives

2023-2027 Strategic Plan

The City of St. Charles 2023-2027 Strategic Plan serves as a road map, guiding decisions about the City’s future for the next five years. The Strategic Plan establishes the City’s new mission statement, vision statement, and guiding principles, which embodies the character of the community and the City as an organization.

Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan is the result of a year and a half of research; directed by feedback from a steering committee, City staff, and members of the general public.

Downtown Comprehensive Plan Update

Comprehensive Plan amendment for Downtown, north of Main Street (Adopted Aug. 2020)

Downtown Parking Study

The purpose of the study is to provide City Council and staff with insight and data on the current downtown parking environment and recommend initiatives that enhance the parking experience for all downtown visitors.

Downtown Riverfront Property

Consideration for reuse of City-owned property located downtown along the east riverfront, north of the Municipal Building, including the former Police Station Site.

First Street TIF Amendment

Background information and documents related to the First Street TIF Amendment.

Fox River Dam fact finding

A joint task force is charged with gathering information related to the environmental, economic, and recreational impacts of the dam for the City, Park District, residents, and businesses. It was formed in response to the United States Army Corp of Engineers draft report recommending removal of nine dams along the Fox River, including the St. Charles dam.

The St. Charles Initiative

The St. Charles Initiative is a partnership between the City of St. Charles and the Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley formed to support public projects in St. Charles. This public-private partnership provides funding through donations and endowments, as an alternative to tax-based financing sources.

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