About the Plan

St. Charles County, in partnership with the East West Gateway Council of Governments Great Streets program, is preparing the Route N Great Places Plan to guide future land use and connectivity in the Route N area. The planning process began in January 2026 and is anticipated to conclude in June 2026. Building on the previous roadway analysis, this study focuses on land use and circulation in the area from approximately 0.4 miles west of Perry Cate Boulevard to approximately 0.5 miles east of Duello Road.

Why This Plan Matters

This effort is about planning ahead. Rather than reacting to change over time, the County and its partners are working with the community now to set a clear direction for future decisions.

A healthy community is shaped by thoughtful land use and transportation. Where homes, businesses, services, and gathering spaces are located matters. How they connect and relate to one another matters even more.

Without a shared vision, change can feel disconnected, increase infrastructure costs, limit transportation connections, and reduce opportunities for local businesses and community gathering spaces.

When decisions are aligned, communities can:

Support Economic Health

Encourage investment, strengthen local businesses, and create places people want to spend time.

Strengthen Social Connection
Include areas where people can gather, interact, and feel part of a community.

Offer Housing Choice
Provide options for different life stages, household sizes, and income levels.

Use Resources Wisely
Align development with infrastructure and public investment in a cost effective way.

Plan for Long Term Sustainability
Guide change in a way that supports stability today and resilience tomorrow.

Improve Connectivity
Support safe, efficient movement throughout the area.

Your feedback will help shape recommendations and define a preferred direction for the plan.