Flood Insurance Information Available

The Village of Port Barrington participates in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and has adopted flood hazard area protection standards. As a public service the following information is available upon request:• Basic flood map information:   a. Whether a property is in or out of the Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA).   b. Zone, base flood…

McHenry County’s Consolidated Plan for Housing and Community Development : Community Member Survey Request

The McHenry County Community Development Division is in the process of preparing the County’s Consolidated Plan for Housing and Community Development for the upcoming 5 years, 2025-2029. The US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) requires this Plan, in order for the County to receive funding for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and…

Protect Your Family: Understanding Carbon Monoxide Risks and Proper Winter Home Heating Safety

In 2024, Illinois Fire Departments responded to 23,158 calls about carbon monoxide. Springfield, Ill- Winter brings cold arctic air to Illinois and as residents turn up their thermostats to stay warm the risk of a home heating fire or Carbon Monoxide incident increases. The Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) encourages residents to…

Water Testing Kits at Village Hall

McHenry County Department of Health and Lake County Health Department are offering reduced fee water testing for individual well users. Residents are encouraged to have their well water tested annually for coliform bacteria and nitrates. Sampling kits can be picked up at the Village Hall. *You must collect and return your sample to the appropriate…

Village Planning Commission Vacancies

The Village Planning Commission/Zoning Board of Appeals currently has one vacancy. The PC/ZBA hears variance requests, holds public hearings for input from residents, and serves in an advisory capacity to the Village Board of Trustees. This Commission meets the second Tuesday of each month at 7:00 PM. If you are interested in serving your community…