Expertise

Articulating a community’s spirit and vision

Site Planning

PLANNERS are who we are, and PLANNING is what we do! We believe a successful comprehensive open-space master plan should create a framework for long-term change that yields sustainable value, protects natural systems, and provides quality recreation environments for all people. We provide customized approaches to public engagement to maximize input, communication, and consensus. As necessary, we assemble teams of professionals to address diverse planning issues including programming, architecture, preservation, natural resources, and engineering.

• Feasibility Studies

• Site Specific Design

• Master Plan Development

• Construction Documentation

• Technical Specifications

• Construction Observation

• Contract Administration



Promoting interaction and quality of life

Urban Design

We work with local municipalities, government agencies, developers, and private landowners to deliver sustainable, creative and practical design solutions with the common objective of creating quality places. We craft beautiful spaces that function as the physical connection promoting human interaction, productivity and quality of life.

• Streetscape Design

• Community Enhancement

• Public Surveys

• Sustainable / Green Planning

• Redevelopment / Adaptive Re-Use

• Downtown Planning / Town Center

• Public / Community Workshops






solutions for our outdoor environment

Landscape Architecture

We create outdoor environments that enrich the way we live, work, and play. We balance our pursuit of innovation in design with a comprehensive understanding of client needs and community goals. The end result is an unforgettable experience of a custom-designed space that is enriching to the spirit and promotes a healthy lifestyle.

• Comprehensive Open Space Master Planning

• Public Engagement Workshops

• Feasibility Studies

• Landscape Design

• Green Infrastructure

• OSLAD Grant Development Services

Our team of professional landscape architects will provide designs based on attention to detail and consideration of long-term management and maintenance. Planning Resources’ landscape architects follow a landscape principle based on sustainability and achieving long term results by selecting the right plant for the right place. This planning approach results in the establishment of landscapes that are environmentally diverse and landscapes that are fiscally responsible for the community.


ensuring Environmentally diverse and fiscally responsible landscapes

Municipal Plan Review

We have developed an easy-to-read format for relaying information related to landscape reviews. Our reviews relate to applicable zoning, subdivision, and control ordinances and codes established. Our reviews follow proper and acceptable horticulture standards for Northern Illinois and are respectful of the character of the established area. We pay special attention to the vision and desire of the community leaders and feel it is our responsibility to represent the community in achieving this vision through consistent and defendable reviews.

We’ve provided municipal plan reviews for various municipalities throughout Illinois including:

• Yorkville

• Hampshire

• Montgomery

• Lake in the Hills

• Village of Frankfort

• Orland Park

• Tinley Park