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HomeMy WebLinkAbout10/10/2024 P&Z Minutes (PZ-11-24)MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION CASE NO. PZ -11-24 PROPERTY ADDRESS: PETITIONER: PUBLICATION DATE: REQUEST: MEMBERS PRESENT: MEMBERSABSENT: STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT: INTERESTED PARTIES: Hearing Date: October 10, 2024 950 East Rand Road Village of Mount Prospect September 25, 2024 Conditional Use for a Drive -Through 950 E. Rand Road William Beattie Ewa Weir Walter Szymczak Greg Miller Richard Rogers Joseph Donnelly Donald Olsen Charles Hogan — Development Planner Antonia Lalagos —Development Planner Lakeside Bank, Village of Mount Prospect Chairman Beattie called the meeting to order at 7:06 PM. Commissioner Miller made a motion seconded by Commissioner Szymczak to approve the minutes from the Planning and Zoning Commission meeting on September 12, 2024. The minutes were approved 3-0 (Commissioners Miller and Rogers abstained). Chairman Beattie introduced case number PZ -11-24 for a drive-through at 950 East Rand Road. Mr. Hogan stated that the petitioner, Lakeside Bank, is requesting conditional use approval to re- establish a drive-through at 950 East Rand Road, an outlot of Mount Prospect Plaza. He stated that the property, zoned B-3 Community Shopping, operated as a drive-through Chase Bank from 2011 to 2020. He stated the proposal requires Village Board approval, and staff supports the request, believing it meets the necessary requirements for a conditional use. Mr. Hogan then reviewed the conditional use application, detailing the existing site conditions, the minimal proposed changes, as well as the landscape plan, and drive-through stacking plan. He stated that Lakeside Bank intends to reopen the bank in largely the same form as when it was occupied by Chase. Mr. Hogan stated the landscape plan was updated in response to 2023 changes to Rand Road, and he stated staff was satisfied with the landscape improvements proposed by the applicant. Regarding traffic, Mr. Hogan stated that the drive-through is not expected to create any issues, as none were observed when Chase operated the location. Mr. Hogan asserted that the proposed conditional use meets the standards contained in Section 14.203(F) of the Zoning Ordinance and requested that the Planning and Zoning Commission make a motion to adopt staff's findings as the findings of the Planning and Zoning Commission and recommend approval of the following motion: "A conditional use to allow four drive-through lanes at the property commonly known as 950 East Rand Road, subject to the conditions detailed in the staff report." Mr. Hogan stated that the Village Board's decision is final for this case. After Mr. Hogan concluded his presentation, Chairman Beattie asked the commissioners to present any questions they have for Staff. Commissioner Weir stated she had some questions. Commissioner Weir confirmed that the drive-through is existing. Mr. Hogan responded in the affirmative, noting that it is existing but not in use. Ms. Weir asked if any safety concerns were anticipated because of the two interior drives on the south side of the property, given that they are close to oncoming traffic on the widened Rand Road, and asked if one of the lanes could be restored as landscaping. Mr. Hogan stated that staff did not request any changes because the site was previously functional. Ms. Lalagos added that the two drive-through lanes were beneficial for stacking purposes, but stated the petitioner could respond if necessary. Ms. Weir then asked if impervious surface had increased since Rand Road was widened. Mr. Hogan stated that it had not. No other commissioners asked questions of staff and the petitioner approached the podium. The petitioner introduced himself as John Eilering, resident of 302 South Lancaster and manager of Lakeside Bank. His attorney, Colleen Doherty, also introduced herself. Mr. Eilering provided details on his history with the banking business and stated his excitement to be operating a bank in Mount Prospect. Chairman Beattie confirmed that no changes were proposed to the site when it is reactivated as a bank. Mr. Eilering responded in the affirmative. Commissioner Rogers asked for more details on Lakeside Bank. Mr. Eilering explained the history of Lakeside Bank and why they decided to open a branch in Mount Prospect. Commissioner Rogers responded by expressing his support for the opening of Lakeside Bank at this site. Commissioner Weir then asked if the applicant could provide more details on the Landscape Plan. Ms. Doherty explained the proposed planting mix and locations. Commissioner Weir asked for more details on the signage plan, and specifically asked if all items were up to code. Mr. Hogan explained that there was one concern with a directional sign that would be addressed by the applicant. Hearing no further comments or questions, Chairman Beattie asked for a motion to approve the conditional use. Commissioner Miller made a motion seconded by Commissioner Szymczak to approve the following motion: "A conditional use to allow four drive-through lanes at the property commonly known as 950 East Rand Road, subject to the conditions detailed in the staff report" The Commission made a motion to adopt staff's findings. UPON ROLL CALL AYES: Szymczak, Weir, Beattie, Miller, Rogers NAYS: None The Planning and Zoning Commission gave a positive recommendation (5-0) to the Village Board. Commissioner Beattie then introduced a second item of new business which also received a positive recommendation (5-0). Hearing no further discussion, Commissioner Miller made a motion seconded by Commissioner Szymczak and the meeting was adjourned at 7:36 PM. Charlie Hogan, Development Planner