The Orland Park Village Board approved a $275 million cancer office and parking structure on Monday, expanding Northwestern Medicine’s campus near Centennial Park. Board member John Lawler expressed optimism, stating, “I think it’s going to be a great amenity to the village.” With an aging population in the area, Lawler highlighted the convenience of local treatment, rather than traveling to downtown locations.
The project received significant financial support through a $225 million donation from the St. George Foundation. This partnership with Northwestern Medicine aims to enhance healthcare services for residents in the southwest region. The new facility will feature infusion stations, diagnostic imaging, and radiation treatment.
A hospital spokesperson withheld further details, with more information anticipated in the coming weeks. “So not only are we going to get the new cancer center, but they’re also going to have other expanded services in the existing space,” Koczwara mentioned.
Northwestern awaits final state-level approvals, anticipated in September. Construction is scheduled to begin in the fall, with completion expected by 2029. The Village Board approved changes to allow the building 30 feet from wetlands instead of the original 50 feet. Additionally, the building height will be 51 ½ feet, compared to the initial 50 feet. A landscape buffer along the east side of the lot is no longer required.
Mayor Jim Dodge described these modifications as minor and worthwhile incentives for development. With Northwestern’s new cancer center and further plans for the University of Chicago Medical Center expansion in downtown Orland Park, Dodge emphasized maintaining the area’s reputation for excellent medical care.