City of Champaign News

Fox Drive Road Closure Extended (between Devonshire Drive and State Street)

For an emergency infrastructure repair project, Feutz Contractors will patch pavement on portions of Fox Drive between Devonshire Drive and State Street.  This work required a temporary road closure that started on Monday, October 20. This closure has been extended until 8 a.m. on Thursday, October 23, 2025. The complete road closure will be just […]


Exterior Property Improvement Following Contact from Code Compliance Division

Staff from the Neighborhood Services Department’s Code Compliance Division noticed a property that was in need of exterior repairs in the 900 block of W. Beardsley Ave. An exterior housing violation notice was issued to the owner. The owner contacted the inspector stating that they were unable to make repairs to the property and that […]


Balboa Road – Road Closure (between Dover Place and Coronado Drive)

In order to perform storm sewer construction, SNC Construction will be closing Balboa Road between Dover Place and Coronado Drive. Local traffic to driveways and refuse collection may continue access from either cross street during this closure (see map). Traffic on Dover Place and Coronado Drive will remain open and unaffected by this project. Work […]


City of Champaign Invites Residents to Weigh in on Housing Needs Survey

The City of Champaign is now seeking community input for the Housing Needs Analysis and Strategy, the City’s first comprehensive housing study in more than fifteen years. Amid a nationwide housing crisis, the City is advancing efforts to understand and quantify Champaign’s housing needs. Whether it is finding and buying a home, attaining and affording […]


Bradley Avenue Lane Closure (between McKinley Avenue and Willis Avenue)

In order to perform sewer lining activities, Hoerr Construction will close an eastbound lane of Bradley Avenue between McKinley Avenue and Willis Avenue.  The closure will occur on Monday, October 20, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4 p.m., weather permitting.


Fox Drive Temporary Road Closure (between Devonshire Drive and State Street)

For an emergency infrastructure repair project, Feutz Contractors will patch pavement on portions of Fox Drive between Devonshire Drive and State Street.  This work will require a temporary road closure starting at 6:30 a.m. on Monday, October 20, until 3 p.m. on Wednesday, October 22, 2025. The complete road closure will be just south of […]


Karla Condos Hosts Neighborhood Clean Up

The Karla Condos Neighborhood hosted a clean-up event on October 11, 2025. The group used the City’s small grant funds to rent a dumpster that allowed neighbors to dispose of unwanted bulk household items. The group also borrowed supplies from the Neighborhood Relations Division’s engagement trailer. Neighbors reported having a good time socializing and helping […]



October 21, 2025 Special Study Session

The City Council Agenda for the October 21, 2025 Special Study Session is now available online. This meeting will be held at the CityView Events & Meeting Center, Illinois Terminal 4th Floor, 45 East University Ave, Champaign, at 6:00pm. The meeting is open to the public. Click here to download the October 21, 2025 City […]


Building Permits Issued

The Champaign Fire Department’s Building Safety Division recently issued the following building permits for projects with an estimated construction value of $250,000 or more. Address Value of Construction Date Issued Type Use 2403 Fields South Dr. $1,200,000 10/10/25 Commercial Shell 2401 Fields South Dr. $1,200,000 10/10/25 Commercial Chiropractic Office 2102 N. Prospect Dr. $399,391 10/15/25 […]