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About CDB

Welcome to the Illinois Capital Development Board

CDB oversees the construction of new state facilities, such as prisons, state parks, mental health institutions, and college and university projects.  In addition, CDB is responsible for renovation and rehabilitation projects at over 8,770 state-owned buildings spread over more than 100 million square feet of floor space.  

CDB Mission

Provide high-quality and sustainable facilities for Illinois and the public interest.

CDB Vision

Build the foundation for the transformation and innovation of Illinois.

What We Do

We Partner with state agencies, higher-education institutions, and private industry to prioritize critical infrastructure needs across Illinois.

We Lead design and construction of state-funded facilities and manage renovations to elevate Illinois.

We Promote sustainability, accessibility, and inclusion in all we do.  

We Work as one CDB.

CDB Values

Ethical & Fair Service

Quality Excellence

Impactful Partnerships

Continuous Improvement

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