Title/Name/Summary
Orland Square Mall proposed Multipurpose Activity Space Site Plan, Landscape Plan, Elevations, and Special Use Permit with Modifications
History
Project
Orland Square Mall proposed Multipurpose Activity Space
Petitioner
Roderick Vosper, Simon Property Group
Purpose
The petitioner proposes to construct a privately owned and maintained, but publicly accessible (no fee) outdoor park in the southeastern parking lot of Orland Square Mall.
Project Attributes
Address: 288 Orland Square Drive
PIN: 27-103-010-070-0000
Size: 11.51 acre project area
Current Zoning: COR Mixed Use Zoning District
Comprehensive Plan designation: Regional Core Planning District/ Regional Mixed Use
Surrounding land use and zoning:
North: Orland Square Mall (COR Zoning District)
South: Orland Square Mall (COR Zoning District)
West: Orland Square Mall (COR Zoning District)
East: Orland Square Mall outer ring commercial, detention pond (COR Zoning District)
OVERVIEW AND BACKGROUND
The existing 1.2 million square foot Orland Square Mall was constructed in the mid-1970s at the northeast corner of Lagrange Road and 151st Street. The Village's first planned unit development (PUD) included both 130 acres of commercial development and 100 acres of multi-family residential development, which was fully developed and still exists today. Orland Square Mall is an established fixture and focal point in the Village, and purportedly includes some of the highest performing stores in the region. It has evolved through the years to include a wide variety of commercial uses.
PROJECT SUMMARY
Simon Property Group proposes to construct an approximately two acre outdoor park in the Orland Square Mall parking lot near the southeast entrance to the indoor mall. The active park is designed for families of all ages and is focused around an extensive children’s playground area, sitting areas, an interactive water feature, a mounded climbing area, a flat grassy area and a small stage. This ‘fami...
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