OPPORTUNITIES EXPANSION

comedy, theatre, and music. And Downtown development continues with over 400 new multi-family residential units approved or under construction, further showcasing it as a vibrant neighborhood at all hours of the day.

over 500,000 square feet of versatile warehouse and office space with immediate access to three interstate expressways.

Arlington Heights also remains the target of significant development. The Arlington Downs development continues to take shape with more than 500 luxury residential units, in addition to current and planned commercial development. This includes First Ascent, a 40,000 square foot climbing facility that hosted the USA Climbing Youth National Championships in July 2022. Set on over 27 acres of land, Arlington Downs has immediate highway access and is becoming a Chicago area destination.

Retail thrives in Arlington Heights as well. In 2022, the business community conducted $1.57 billion in retail sales. Mitsuwa Marketplace, the largest Japanese grocery store in the Midwest, serves as a cultural and culinary destination for patrons from throughout the region. And Arlington Heights is also a major manufacturing, warehousing, and distribution hub within the Chicago area. The community offers over 5.4 million square feet of industrial space, including the Northwest Gateway Center. Currently under construction, Northwest Gateway Center offers

Quality of life is exceptional in Arlington Heights, with many of its students attending some of the Chicago area’s top elementary and high schools. The Arlington Heights Memorial Library is regularly ranked among the nation’s best public libraries for its size and is an 11-time recipient of a “Five Star” designation by Library Journal, that publication’s highest rating. The community is also served by the Arlington Heights Park District and its 50+ public parks and facilities. Health care rates highly as well thanks to Northwest Community Hospital, ranked one of the 20 best hospitals in Illinois by U.S. News & World Report.

With an exceptional quality of life, a wealth of amenities, and unparalleled access throughout the Chicago area, Arlington Heights is positioned to continue to grow and thrive.

ILLINOIS: Litchfield - The Location for Success & Growth

Litchfield is the most accessible and strategic commercial and industrial location between the St. Louis metropolitan area and Springfield, Illinois for manufacturing, distribution/ logistics, processing, retail and hospitality businesses. Interstate 55 and Illinois Route 16 intersect at the industrial parks and commercial districts, providing direct transportation access and connections to all major U.S. markets. It also provides access to a multi-modal transportation network, and their proximity to two metropolitan areas puts businesses in Litchfield within easy reach of regional markets and national connections.

Recent development of a third business/industrial park for companies seeking interstate highway access and customized facilities to support their operations was constructed. Litchfield’s location, size and immediate proximity to two large metropolitan areas equates to an exceptional value for businesses. Value that is backed by a quality community. Litchfield’s new and expanding retail developments include a growing presence of national brands that continue to attract additional traffic. The municipal airport features a 4,000 feet runway with facilities to serve corporate and private aviation. Litchfield has a satellite campus of Lincoln Land Community College to help provide workforce training. The City also offers programs and incentives to support business growth and development in Litchfield.

Litchfield offers new and expanding businesses the appeal of a stable community featuring regional healthcare services, quality recreational opportunities and affordable Midwestern living all while in proximity to the convenience and excitement of nearby metropolitan areas. The location is truly a crossroads of opportunity with regional influence. Litchfield offers an affordable environment for businesses that want to easily access the large number of end users, consumers, transportation links and potential visitors found in large markets. In addition, the business tax rate is highly competitive, and utilities are cost-effective compared to larger markets.

Residential – New Development

Make your dream home a reality at Eagle Ridge, a new development of 41 new waterfront and wooded lots now ready for new home construction at beautiful Lake Lou Yaeger. Whether you seek a weekend getaway or convenient year-round living, Eagle Ridge offers a variety of outstanding home sites on a 1,400-acre lake surrounded by 4,600 acres of recreational and conservation areas. Eagle Ridge residents choose their lot and then design and build their own home using the architect and builder of their choice.

There are many ways for family and friends to build great memories at Eagle Ridge. Residents can enjoy boating, fishing, swimming, skiing, beach activities, picnicking and playgrounds at Lake Lou Yaeger, as well as hiking, biking, birdwatching, and relaxing at the 266-acre Shoal Creek Nature Conservation Area located on the lake. With all the retail and hospitality conveniences of Litchfield (pop. 7,000) just four miles away plus nearby golf courses and wineries, residents at Eagle Ridge have many options to enhance their lake lifestyle.

Eagle Ridge is just 60 miles north of St. Louis just off I-55 and four miles from Litchfield, Illinois. It is the latest residential area to be developed along the western shore of Lake Lou Yaeger. The wooded development features gentle hills and a sloping shoreline. All residential development is on the western shore of the oval-shaped lake while the entire eastern shore of the lake remains undeveloped other than seasonal camping areas.

More than 140 families call Lake Lou Yaeger home on weekends or year-round, and many residents own watercraft and take advantage of the many outdoor recreational opportunities found on the water and around the lake. The lake has two public marinas, a public swim beach and a large conservation area known for its hiking trails and bald eagles. There are special community events held at the lake each year, including a Fourth of July fireworks display and the annual 5K Freedom Fun Run.

For information on industrial, commercial, or residential development, contact the Litchfield Economic Development Office at 217-324-5253, cityadmin@cityoflitchfieldil.com or www.cityoflitchfieldil.com. X