Draft Unified Development Ordinance and Zoning Map available for review

Belvidere residents and business owners now have the opportunity to review and provide feedback on the draft versions of the Boone County Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) and the Boone County Zoning Map. These documents, crucial for shaping future development and land use in the county, are currently open for public comment.

The draft Unified Development Ordinance, dated March 30, 2026, and Zoning Map Version 4.14.2026, are available for public inspection. This is a key step in the process of updating the county's development regulations and zoning designations, impacting everything from new construction to property use across Boone County.

Boone County Land Use Planner Jessica Roberts is collecting all comments. Residents and stakeholders can submit their feedback directly to Roberts via email at [email protected]. The county encourages active participation to ensure the final ordinance and map reflect community needs and priorities.

The availability of these draft documents marks a significant phase in the county's planning process. The UDO aims to consolidate and modernize existing land use and development regulations, while the zoning map visually represents these regulations across the county's various districts.

Community members are urged to take advantage of this review period to understand the proposed changes and voice their opinions. The county will consider all submitted comments as it moves toward finalizing these important planning documents.