Information & Details
Understanding the truck stop proposal and its potential impact on our community.
Development Timeline
Village Ordinance Passed
August 11, 2025Village of Lemont passed ordinance to annex four unincorporated homes on Lemont Road.
The Official Annexation Ordinance can be viewed here: Lemont Annexation Ordinance
Properties Incorporated
Current StatusThese four properties now fall under Lemont's jurisdiction as part of the Pleasantdale neighborhood
Potential Rezoning Request URGENT
Next StepProperty owner may request rezoning from residential to commercial for gas station development
Impact Overview
Traffic Impact
Many large commercial vehicles daily through residential streets
- 24/7 truck traffic on Lemont Road
- Damage to residential road infrastructure
- Increased congestion and safety risks
- Noise from diesel engines and air brakes
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Wells & Septic
Drinking water and septic systems at risk of contamination
- Contamination risks to private wells
- No routine testing for homeowner water safety
- Septic systems disrupted by paving and runoff
- Dual threats from fuel leaks and septic discharge
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Environmental Concerns
Air and noise pollution affecting community health
- Diesel emissions and air quality degradation
- Potential groundwater contamination
- 24/7 noise pollution from trucks and operations
- Light pollution from 24-hour operations
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Health & Safety
Increased crime risk and emergency response concerns
- Higher crime rates at gas stations and truck stops
- Exposure to harmful fuel vapors and emissions
- Increased emergency response calls
- Safety risks from heavy truck traffic
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Location Details
Affected Area
Four unincorporated properties on Lemont Road next to Lemont National Bank, part of the residential Pleasantdale neighborhood
Current Zoning
Currently zoned as residential, these properties would need to be rezoned to commercial
Jurisdiction
Now under Village of Lemont authority following August 11th annexation ordinance
What You Can Do
Sign Petitions
Add your voice to community petitions opposing the development
Contact Officials
Reach out to village board members and express your concerns
Attend Meetings
Participate in village board meetings and public hearings
Spread Awareness
Share information with neighbors and on social media
Time is Critical
Once a rezoning request is submitted, our window to oppose it becomes much smaller. Act now to protect our neighborhood's residential character.