Date: 8/22/2025
From time to time, I will present residents with updates as to how the City is moving forward with several key development projects:
Chestnut Court Shopping Center – A Fresh Look is Coming!
Located at 75th Street and Lemont Roads
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Update Façade including storefronts and walkways
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Improved landscaping and lighting
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New Designs that will attract both new businesses and more shoppers
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Redevelopment to start sometime in the fall of 2025
New Condo Development: Plainfield Road and Lester Lane
Located Directly West of Modell Funeral Home
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A new residential condo development has broken ground on Plainfield and Lester Lane
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The project includes two multi-storied buildings with eight condo units in each building along with sixteen two car parking garages
Wendy’s Re-development: Plainfield and Route 83
Located on the Southwest Corner of Plainfield Road and Route 83
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The former Wendy’s location at Plainfield and Route 83 is being re-developed for new commercial use
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The building is currently undergoing modernization on its exterior and interior
- We plan to announce a new restaurant early this fall
Former TGI Fridays: Darien Towne Center
Located at the Eastern Portion of the Towne Center
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The former TGI Friday’s remains vacant but continues to be marketed by the property management to potential tenants
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The space has generated interest from restaurant businesses
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City staff will work with brokers to ensure the site is repurposed efficiently and in line with community needs.
As these projects proceed, I will continue to provide residents with updates on these developments as well as any other new development within the city.