Plans, Studies, and Guidelines

Planning for the growth of O'Fallon is a process important in maintaining the community's small town atmosphere. By creating a well-planned community, the City's economic vitality is enhanced, making it a better place to live, invest in, and visit. The City's planning and development processes help ensure the community has quality growth that will be sustainable into the future.

Forward 50: Great Streets Initiative

  
Great Streets OverviewThe City of O’Fallon is studying Highway 50 as a part of the East-West Gateway Council of Government’s Great Streets Initiative. This project, called Forward 50, will serve to strengthen the function and appearance of Highway 50 for the O’Fallon community.


City-Wide Plans

  

2040 Master Plan

 

2040 Future Land Use Map

The 2040 Master Plan establishes a vision and guidelines for how the community will grow and develop for the next 20 years, reflecting input from residents, business owners, and all City departments.

The 2040 Master Plan assesses the physical and economic base of the City by providing a land use plan, census data, population projections, economic information, capital improvement plans, and much more.

Strategic PlanA three-year framework which guides implementation of the 2040 Master Plan.
Parks Master Plan

The primary focus of this update is to identify major upgrades at existing parks, identify new park land needs and new facility needs throughout the City's park system.

Environmental / Landscape Framework Plan

This plan is intended to create a coherent set of policies that will adequately guide development of the built landscape and protect important environmental resources for future generations in O'Fallon.

Bicycle Facilities Plan

This plan identifies and prioritizes a series of trail and on-street trail improvements to facilitate bicycle usage and to meet present and future needs. It is intended to result in new facilities that enhance the quality of life in the city and address the expressed needs of the community.

Bicycle Facilities Plan MapMap that accompanies the 2005 Bicycle Facilities Plan.

 

Sub-Area Plans

  
Downtown O'Fallon Area Action PlanCompleted in 2015, the Downtown Area Action plan provides guidance on the actions the City will take over several years to continue the positive momentum Downtown. This plan also contains other information such as community survey results, market demographics, and data on retail spending by category.

 

Regional Plans

  
East-West Gateway Long Range Transportation PlanThe primary purpose of this plan is to set forth a regional policy and planning framework to guide decision-making regarding the growth and development of St. Louis region.
Metro East Park and Recreation District Long Range PlanSince its inception by public vote in 2000, the Metro East Park and Recreation District (MEPRD) has become a leading agency for parks, recreation and trail facilities in Madison and St. Clair County, Illinois. In 2011, the District updated the 2003 plan in order to document current conditions, update and further development of the Greenway Systems Plan, and enhance the grand funding strategy and application process. Several potential trails in O'Fallon are identified including: Scott-Troy Trail South Extension, Engle Creek/Cottage Road Trail, and Milburn School Trail. Portions of the Scott-Troy Trail, which will connect O'Fallon to the Madison County Transit trail system, are currently being designed.
St. Clair County Comprehensive PlanThe purpose of the Comprehensive Plan is to establish a logical guidebook of land use, transportation, infrastructure and economic development policies that will influence public and private decision-making in St. Clair County. The Comprehensive Plan represents a vision of where County leadership and the general public want to be in the future and outlines strategies to achieve that vision.
Bicycle & Pedestrian Commuter Plan, Scott Air Force BaseThe objective of this plan, completed in 2013, was to identify the most desirable routes for walking and biking to Scott Air Force Base from surrounding communities. This was a joint effort between SAFB, O'Fallon, Shiloh, and Mascoutah.
Scott Air Force Base / MidAmerica St. Louis Airport - Joint Land Use Study

The purpose of this JLUS is to ensure that surrounding communities can sustain economic activity without degrading the military readiness activities of Scott Air Force Base and civilian airport operations at the MidAmerica St. Louis Airport. The associated Airport Overlay Zoning Regulations were adopted by the O'Fallon City Council on June 20, 2011, by Ord #3718.

Guidelines

  
Subdivision and Development Control    Subdivision and Development Control Ordinance.
Residential Design Guidelines
 
The Residential Design Guidelines were established to guide design decisions for new and existing Residential Development. 
Neighborhood District Design Guidelines
 
The Neighborhood District Design Guidelines were established to guide design decisions for development within the Neighborhood Mixed Use Districts. 
Downtown Design GuidelinesThe Downtown Design Guidelines were established to guide design decisions for new and existing commercial buildings when exterior modifications are being proposed in the Downtown District. The guidelines address signage, lighting, awnings, storefronts, materials, and architectural details. Adherence to these guidelines are a significant factor when Downtown Facade Improvement Grant applications are being reviewed.
Commercial Design HandbookThe Commercial Design Handbook is a technical manual created to articulate the community expectations and standards established by the O’Fallon City Council. Some of the architectural features addressed by the Commercial Design Handbook are building materials, cornices, parapets, windows, building proportion, and awnings. By consulting the Handbook prior to submitting plans for development approval, the Developer will enable staff to inform the City Council that the project as proposed meets the guidelines and may be approved by City Council more quickly.
Floodplain ManagementAddresses development concerns in floodplain areas.