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Des Plaines Approves Costco Business Center Amid Health Concerns

1/7/2026

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The Des Plaines City Council approved a Costco Business Center and gas station at 2200 E. Devon Ave. and 2400 E. Devon Ave.
Construction could start by the end of the year, pending a final vote on January 20.
Some community members voiced concerns about health risks from gasoline fumes and car exhaust.
The Costco Business Center will focus on office and business products, unlike the typical Costco inventories.

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Story summary

The Des Plaines City Council approved a Costco Business Center and gas station at 2200 E. Devon Ave. and 2400 E. Devon Ave.
Construction could start by the end of the year, pending a final vote on January 20.
Some community members voiced concerns about health risks from gasoline fumes and car exhaust.
The Costco Business Center will focus on office and business products, unlike the typical Costco inventories.