HomeMy WebLinkAbout07/26/2007 P&Z minutes 27-07
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
CASE NO. PZ-27-07
Hearing Date: July 26, 2007
PROPERTY ADDRESS:
307 East Berkshire Lane
PETITIONER:
Kevin Cooper
PUBLICATION DATE:
July II, 2007
PIN NUMBER:
08-11-113-027-0000
REQUEST:
Conditional Use - Unenclosed Porch in front yard
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Richard Rogers, Chairperson
Leo Floros
Marlys Haaland
Mary McCabe
Ronald Roberts
MEMBERS ABSENT:
Joseph Donnelly
Keith Youngquist
STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT:
Judith Connolly, AICP, Senior Planner
Ellen Divita, Deputy Director of Community Development
Jason Zawila, Long Range Planner
Joseph Levie, Planning Intern
INTERESTED PARTIES:
Kevin Cooper, John Prince
Chairman Richard Rogers called the meeting to order at 7:35 p.m. Leo Floros made a motion to approve the
minutes of the June 28, 2007 meeting and Mary McCabe seconded the motion. The minutes were approved 3-0,
with Joseph Donnelly abstaining. After hearing two previous cases, Chairman Rogers introduced Case PZ-27-
07, a request for a Conditional Use at 307 East Berkshire Lane at 8:50 p.m.
Joseph Levie, Planning Intern, stated that the Subject Property is located on the south side of Berkshire Lane,
between Emerson and School Streets, and contains a single-family residence with related improvements. The
Subject Property is zoned Rl Single-Family Residence and is bordered on all sides by the RI District.
Mr. Levie said the Petitioner is proposing to add a second story, construct a new attached garage, and an
unenclosed front porch. The addition and garage will comply with the Village's zoning regulations; however, the
proposed porch will extend slightly more than 4-feet from the house, resulting in a 29-foot, 3.5-inch front yard
setback. Therefore, the proposed porch requires Conditional Use approval.
Mr. Levie stated that the Subject Property complies with the Village's zoning regulations. He showed a table
comparing the Petitioner's proposal to the Rl Single-Family Residence District's bulk requirements.
Mr. Levie said the standards for Conditional Uses are listed in Section 14.203.F.8 of the Village Zoning
Ordinance and include specific findings that must be made in order to approve a Conditional Use. He
summarized these findings as:
Richard Rogers, Chairman
Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting July 26, 2007
PZ-27-07
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· The Conditional Use will not have a detrimental impact on the public health, safety, morals, comfort or
general welfare;
· The Conditional Use will not be injurious to the use, enjoyment, or value of other properties in the
vicinity or impede the orderly development of those properties;
· There would be adequate provision of utilities, drainage, and design of access and egress to minimize
congestion on Village streets; and
. There would be compliance of the Conditional Use with the provisions of the Comprehensive Plan,
Zoning Code, and other Village Ordinances.
Mr. Levie stated that Staff found that the proposal would not adversely affect the character of the surrounding
neighborhood, utility provision, or public streets. Also, the proposed Conditional Use will be in compliance with
the Village's Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Ordinance.
Mr. Levie said the proposed unenclosed porch meets the Conditional Use standards contained in Section
14.203.F.8 of the Zoning Ordinance. Based on this analysis, Staff recommends that the Planning and Zoning
Commission approve the following motion:
"To approve a Conditional Use for an unenclosed porch to encroach into the front yard resulting
in a 29' 3.5" setback, as shown on the Petitioner's site plan and elevations prepared by Thomas
Buckley Architect & Associates, dated March 5, 2007, for the residence at 307 E. Berkshire Lane,
Case Number PZ-27-07."
He said the Planning & Zoning Commission's decision is final for this case.
Chairman Rogers thanked Staff for their work on the case. There were no additional questions for Staff.
Chairman Rogers swore in the Petitioner Kevin Cooper of 307 East Berkshire Lane, Mount Prospect, Illinois. Mr.
Cooper gave a brief history of the project. Chairman Rogers asked the Petitioner if he understands that the porch
must remain unenclosed. Mr. Cooper stated that he does understand that condition for approval.
Chairman Rogers swore in John Prince of 309 East Berkshire Lane, Mount Prospect, Illinois. Mr. Prince stated
that he is in support of the Petitioner's proposal. He was concerned regarding the statement "and other relief from
the Zoning Ordinance as may be required for this project" that was included in the legal notice he received. Mr.
Rogers stated that only the Conditional Use for an unenclosed front porch is being granted. Mr. Prince asked if
any other changes were required, if the Petitioner would have to come back before the Commission. Chairman
Rogers confirmed that is correct.
Chairman Rogers called for additional questions or comments; hearing none, the public hearing was closed at
8:56 p.m.
Mary McCabe made a motion to approve a Conditional Use for an unenclosed front porch for the residence at 307
East Berkshire Lane, as presented by Staff. Joseph Donnelly seconded the motion.
UPON ROLL CALL:
AYES: Donnelly, Floros, McCabe, Rogers
NAYS:
Motion was approved 4-0.
Richard Rogers, Chairman
Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting July 26, 2007
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After hearing three additional cases, Joseph Donnelly made a motion to adjourn at 9:53 p.m., seconded by Mary
McCabe. The motion was approved by a voice vote and the meeting was adjourned.
Stacey Dunn, Community Development
Administrative Assistant
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