The Illinois Parenting Plan is a document that lays out the parenting arrangement for parents who are going through a divorce or are separating. It is intended to provide a framework for the parents to work out an arrangement that is in the best interests of their children. The plan covers issues such as decision-making authority, physical and legal custody, parenting time, communication, and other topics relevant to the children's welfare. There are two types of Illinois Parenting Plans. The first type is the Standard Parenting Plan, which is created by the court to provide a general framework for parenting arrangements. The second type is the Custody Joint Parenting Agreement, which is created by the parents to provide a detailed arrangement that is tailored to their specific needs.