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On February 17, 2026, the Warrenville City Council unanimously approved an ordinance authorizing the execution of a Purchase and Sale Agreement with Denver Capital, LLC for the sale of 1.39 acres of City-owned property located at the northeast corner of Batavia and Warrenville Roads.

Denver Capital was selected as the preferred developer based on:

• A strong understanding of the site
• A development concept aligned with Warrenville By Design
• Proven experience with mixed-use projects in the western suburbs
• Outstanding reference checks

The proposed development includes a three-story mixed-use building wrapping the corner of Batavia and Warrenville Roads, with:

• Commercial space on the first floor
• Residential units on upper floors
• Public open space and pedestrian-friendly design
• Areas to walk, shop, dine, and relax
• What This Approval Means — and What It Does Not Mean

The ordinance authorizes the execution of a Purchase and Sale Agreement. It does not automatically transfer ownership of the property.

Property transfer can only occur after:

• Development plans are submitted and reviewed
• Required zoning and subdivision approvals are obtained
• A development agreement is executed
• Milestones outlined in the agreement are met
• Denver Capital is purchasing the developable portion of the site that is outside the floodplain.

What Happens Next?

Over the next 90 days, Denver Capital will prepare and submit formal development plans and applications to the City.

The process will include:

• Staff review of development applications
• One or more public hearings before the Plan Commission
• An opportunity for public comment at those hearings
• A recommendation from the Plan Commission to City Council
• Final City Council consideration and additional opportunity for public comment
• If approvals are granted and milestones are met, the anticipated timeline includes breaking ground by winter 2027.

Meeting dates and materials will be posted on the City’s website in advance of each public hearing.

Link to project page on website: https://www.warrenville.il.us/808/OTRS-2

Link to Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ): https://www.warrenville.il.us/m/faq?cat=33