Planning & Zoning

The Village of Morton & the Morton Economic Development Council can serve as a resource and guide throughout your project, saving you time, money, and resources along the way. The Village of Morton Zoning & Code Enforcement Officer is Zack Davis, (309) 266-5361 ext. 252 or zdavis@morton-il.gov

Municipal Code

Morton’s Municipal Code Book is a guide to the planning and zoning policies of the community.  The book contains information on permits and fees, signage policies, and setback, parking, and landscape requirements.  A link to the book can be found below, along with a list of Frequently Needed Sections and the location they can be found in the book.  For more information, contact Zack Davis at the Village of Morton at 309-266-5361 x 252.

Permits & Fees - 10-4-1

Building Setbacks
B-1 Districts (Professional Office) – 10-6-2-c
B-2 Districts (General Business) – 10-6-3-c
B-3 Districts (Highway and Service Commercial) – 10-6-4-c
I-1 Districts (Restricted Industrial) – 10-7-2-c
I-2 Districts (General Industrial) – 10-7-3-c

Properties located within the interstate corridor as defined in 10-2-1 – 10-4-7-c

Pavement Setbacks
B-1 / B-2 Districts – 10-4-3-D-1-a
B-3 Districts – 10-4-3-D-1 b
I-1 / I-2 Districts – 10-4-3-D-1-b

Parking Requirements
Business and Commercial Uses – 10-8-6-C & D / 10-8-8-A
Industrial Uses – 10-8-6-E / 10-8-8-A

Village of Morton Online GIS Mapping

Signs 
B-1 Districts – 10-9-6-A
B-2 / B-3 Districts – 10-9-6-B
I-1 / I-2 Districts – 10-9-7-A