Lemont Looks To Sell Route 83, Main Site To Developer

LEMONT, IL — Lemont is looking to develop its 16-acre site on the northeast site of town near Route 83 and Main Street. The village shared a FAQ on its website about the development of the village-owned site.

The project will be discussed at a committee of the whole meeting Nov. 12. According to the village, the current proposal for the site includes a mix of uses like a fuel station and convenience store, retail outlets and a light industrial space.

In May, the village entered into a development services agreement with Bluestone Single Tenant Properties. The village said Bluestone is offering $2.7 million for the site. Although the village has spent approximately $7.5 million into the site, the village said it has an opportunity to recoup costs through real estate, sales tax and other revenues.

Construction on this site is expected in summer 2020 at the earliest, the village said.