HomeMy WebLinkAbout8.1 Motion to waive the rule requiring two readings of an ordinance and adopt AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 14 "ZONING" and AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE TO OPERATE AN ART STUDIO AT THE PROPERTY 350 WEST KENSINGTON ROAD SUITE 117 (PZ-08-25)M+awn �'xyt�lts�=e
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Subject Motion to waive the rule requiring two readings of an
ordinance and adopt AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 14
"ZONING" and AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A CONDITIONAL
USE TO OPERATE AN ART STUDIO AT THE PROPERTY 350 WEST
KENSINGTON ROAD SUITE 117 (PZ-08-25)
Meeting August 6, 2025 - REGULAR MEETING OF THE MOUNT PROSPECT
VILLAGE BOARD
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NEW BUSINESS
Action Item
The petitioner (Bloom & Brush Art Studio Inc) is seeking two zoning approvals: 1) a text
amendment to allow "art and woodcraft studios" and "art, sculptor, and composer studios" as
conditional uses in the B-1 district; and 2) conditional use approval to operate a 1,300 square
foot art studio at the subject property (350 West Kensington Road Suite 117). Art studios are
currently not permitted (by right or conditional use) in the B-1 district, therefore the petitioner
must amend the land use table to operate at the subject location. Staff finds that the proposed
text amendment and the proposed conditional use meet the applicable code standards and
staff is supportive of the requests.
Discussion
Background: The subject property is a single -story multi -tenant commercial building with a
mixture of medical and professional office uses. Property ownership could not verify the
previous occupant of Suite 117 but stated that the space has been vacant for at least a year.
Proposal: The petitioner, Agnes Jelen of Bloom & Brush Art Studio Inc, proposes to operate
an art studio at the subject property, providing one-on-one art classes, private group sessions
of up to 10 people, and a personal creative workspace for her own artistic projects. The
petitioner described the materials to be used within the studio, including acrylic paint, stucco
paint for textured artwork, brushes and canvases, and fresh flowers and associated materials
for floral arrangements. The petitioner anticipates that her classes will be scheduled for
evening hours on weekdays and weekends.
Use: Art studios are not listed as permitted or conditional uses in the B-1 zoning district. The
petitioner is requesting a text amendment to allow "art and woodcraft studios" and "art,
sculptor, and composer studios" as conditional uses in the B-1 district. These land uses are
currently permitted in the B-3, B-4, B-5, and B-5C districts. The Village code does not define
these land uses.
Site Plan: The petitioner notes in her application that she does not plan to remodel the
interior or exterior of the building or parking lot.
Parking: The proposed art studio will require 12 parking stalls. Based on the proposed tenant
mix, the total number of parking stalls required is 87 (including 5 accessible). The parking lot
is striped with 118 parking stalls, including 6 accessible parking stalls. The minimum parking
requirement for the existing and proposed uses are met.
Conditions: Staff requested a materials list from the petitioner, which is included in the
proposal. As a condition of approval, staff proposes to restrict the business to only the
materials listed and to attach the list as an exhibit to the ordinance. If in the future the
petitioner wishes to deviate from the listed materials, she would need to obtain authorization
from the Village. Staff is also proposing restrictions on the occupancy and nature of activities
to prevent more intense uses, such as artistic endeavors requiring special equipment or
machinery (e.g. woodworking, pottery, glassblowing, metalwork); or, a "rage room" (a room
where people can vent their rage by destroying objects).
Standards and Findings: Staff finds that the standards for text amendments and conditional
uses have been met. The proposed text amendment is consistent with Village policy for
existing permitted uses in the B-1 district, including "dance and music academies / studios,"
which have similar occupancy and parking requirements to an art studio. Staff did not find
evidence that the proposed conditional use would endanger public health, safety, morals,
comfort, or general welfare. The subject property is designated "Corridor Commercial" in the
future land use plan and the proposed use is compatible with the mix of professional office,
medical office, and daycare uses already established along this stretch of West Kensington
Road.
Public Comment: As of this writing, staff has not received public comment pertaining to the
ca se.
Public Hearing: At the public hearing held on July 24, 2025, the Planning and Zoning
Commission requested the addition of "metalwork and foundry" to the list of prohibited
activities listed in the conditions of approval. The PZ Commission unanimously recommended
approval of the text amendment and the conditional use request by a vote of 4-0. No
members of the public were present to voice support or opposition.
Text Amendment Standards: Staff has reviewed the petitioner's request for a text
amendment to allow art studios as a conditional use in the B-1 district and finds that the
standards have been met. The amendment is consistent with existing permitted uses in the B-
1 district, including "dance and music academies / studios," which have similar occupancy and
parking requirements to an art studio.
Conditional Use Standards: Staff has reviewed the petitioner's request for a conditional use
to operate an art studio at the subject property and finds that the standards have been met.
Staff did not find evidence that the business would endanger public health, safety, morals,
comfort, or general welfare. The proposed activities (painting and floral design small group
classes) are not expected to impact neighboring businesses or residents any more than the
existing permitted professional office and medical office uses at the building. Staff has
proposed several conditions limiting the number of people, types of materials, and types of
activities allowed on site.
The Petitioner is requesting a waiver of the second reading for the ordinances.
Alternatives
A. Approval of the following requests:
1. "A text amendment to Chapter 14, Land Use Table 2, to allow "art and woodcraft studios"
and "art, sculptor, and composer studios" as conditional uses in the B-1 district."
2. "A conditional use to operate an art studio at 350 West Kensington Road Suite 117, subject
to the following conditions:
a. The business shall hold a valid Mount Prospect business license;
b. The materials used by the business are restricted to those listed in Exhibit A: Bloom &
Brush Art Studio Inc Materials List, and any deviation from this list shall require Village
approval;
c. Occupancy of the space shall be restricted to instructional classes with up to 2
instructors and up to 10 students;
d. The business shall operate as art studio for painting and floral design, and shall not
engage in activities that are incompatible with a general office building, including but not
limited to:
i. artistic endeavors requiring special equipment or machinery (e.g. woodworking,
pottery, glassblowing, metalwork / foundry); or
ii. artistic endeavors involving destruction or smashing of objects (e.g. "rage room").
e. Compliance with all applicable development, fire, building, and other Village Codes and
regulations; and
f. A new conditional use approval shall be required for:
i. A change of ownership involving 50% or more of the officers or partners;
ii. A change in legal entity; or
iii. A change in location."
B. Action at the discretion of the Village Board.
Staff Recommendation
Approval of 1) A text amendment to allow "art and woodcraft studios" and "art, sculptor, and
composer studios" as conditional uses in the B-1 district; and 2) A conditional use to operate
an art studio at 350 West Kensington Road Suite 117, subject to the conditions listed at the
Planning and Zoning Commission Hearing on July 24, 2025.
Attachments
1. PZ-08-25 Plans
2. PZ-08-25 Staff Report
3. PZ-08-25 Administrative Content
4. PZ-08-25 Waiver of 2nd Reading
5. PZ-08-25 (350 W Kensington Rd 117) Minutes
6. PZ-08-25 Ordinance (Text Amendment)
7. PZ-08-25 Ordinance (Conditional Use)
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Bloom &Brush Art Studio
350 W Kensington Road, Suite 117
Mount Prospect, IT., 60056
Signage Details:
We would like to inform the city that my business, Bloom & Brush Art Studio, will not be
installing any exterior signage at this time. Instead, we plan to utilize window decals for our
storefront identification and branding purposes. These decals will be applied directly to the glass
and will not involve any additional structures. We appreciate your attention and look forward to
being a part of the community.
Sincerely.,
Date:
Agnieszka Jelen
List of Suites - 350 W Kensington Rd
Suite
TOTAL
7/3/2025
SF
Use
Name
101
962 Medical office
Healing Paradise Accupuncture
102
687 Medical office
Advanced Physical Medicine
103
687 Medical office
Advanced Physical Medicine
104
662 General office
Donco Paper Supply Company
105
1425 General office
The Cleaning Authority
106
1375 Vacant
VACANT
107
900 Medical office
ORD Performance and Physical Therapy
108
900 General office
Athletes Gym
109
1125 General office
Valence Resources LLC
111
662 Vacant
VACANT
112
687 General office
AAA Transportation Group Inc
113
854 Medical office
DeLeve Energy Chiropractic
114
962 General office
Octihealth Home Health
116
520 General office
Blanka Taxes & Accounting
117
1300 Art studio
Bloom & Brush
118
662 General office
AT Tax & Accounting
119
962 General office
VA Solano & Associates Appraisal
120
1675 Vacant
VACANT
121
687 Medical office
Advanced Physical Medicine
122
982 Vacant
VACANT
18676
ATTN: Antonia and the Zoning & Licensing Department of Mount Prospect,
Firstly, we would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude for your time and consideration in
reviewing our application for Bloom & Brush Art Studio, to be located at 350 W Kensington Rd
#117.
We are thankful and appreciative for the insight and help provided by Antonia thus far and are
hopeful for your full support as we embark on the journey of starting our small business.
The vision for Bloom & Brush first blossomed from the love for crafting and previous experience
as a floral designer and business owner at Agnes Flowers. Bloom & Brush Art Studio will be an
eclectic collection of one-on-one classes, small private group sessions and used personally by
myself. I, Agnes Jelen, have always found fulfillment in creating beauty through artistic
expression.
This new venture will serve as a creative haven — a space where individuals can gather to
explore their creativity through art and floral -inspired projects.
Our studio will offer a range of personalized experiences, including:
One-on-one art classes
Small, private group sessions of 10 people or less
Personal creative workspace for my own artistic endeavors
Regarding materials used within the studio, our focus is on simple, safe, and non -toxic items to
ensure a healthy and welcoming environment for all participants. These materials include:
• Acrylic paints and brushes
• Stucco paint for textured artwork
• Canvases of various sizes
• Fresh flowers and greenery for floral and mixed media designs
Anticipated classes will be mainly scheduled for evening hours on weekdays and weekends. We
do not plan on any remodeling of the interior or exterior of the building.
With gratitude,
Agnes Jelen (owner)
PJ Jelen (owner's daughter, cell 773 600 9584)
BloomAndBrushArtStudio@gmail.com
Bloom & Brush Art Studio Inc
Materials List
Please see the requested continuation of our list of materials below:
- Fresh flowers, fake flowers
- Ceramic containers and glass vases
- Canvases
- Seasonal decorations such as pine tree branches and ornaments, fake pumpkins, etc
- Small rocks and moss for mosaics and canvas arrangements
- Wood boards (pre-cut and pre -stained)
- Plaster for sculptural designs
- Paint brushes, easels, small spatulas for mixing paint, paint palettes, aprons
Additional materials used for structure and assembly:
- Hot glue, water based glue
- Acrylic paints (non -toxic)
- Acrylic enamel paints (for use on glass, non -toxic)
- Scissors
- Mod Podge
- Foam (for floral arrangements)
We do not plan on using any spray paints, toxic paints, resins, varnishes, lacquers or any other
potentially harmful or hazardous chemicals and materials.
VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT 50 S. Emerson Street, Mount Prospect, IL 60056
STAFF REPORT FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF Community Development
Jason C Shallcross, AICP, CEcD Antonia Lalagos
Director of Community Development Development Planner
DATE: July 17, 2025
CASE NUMBER
PZ-08-25
PUBLIC HEARING DATE
J u ly 24, 2025
APPLICANT/PROPERTY OWNER
Bloom & Brush Art Studio Inc /
Sterling Kensington LLC
PROPERTY ADDRESS/LOCATION
350 W Kensington Rd Suite 117
BRIEF SUMMARY OF REQUEST
The petitioner (Bloom & Brush Art Studio Inc) is seeking two zoning approvals: 1) a text amendment to
allow "art and woodcraft studios" and "art, sculptor, and composer studios" as conditional uses in the
B-1 district; and 2) conditional use approval to operate a 1,300 square foot art studio at the subject
property (350 West Kensington Road Suite 117). Art studios are not permitted in the B-1 district,
therefore the petitioner must amend the land use table to operate at the subject location. Staff finds
that the proposed text amendment and the proposed conditional use meet the applicable code
standards and staff is supportive of the requests.
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SIZE OF
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SITE IMPROVEMENTS North: B-3 Community Shopping
PROPERTY
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Multi -tenant commercial East: B-1 Business Office District
1,300 SF (Tenant
Office District
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West: R-1 Single Family Residential
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BACKGROUND / PROPERTY HISTORY
The subject property is a single -story multi -tenant commercial buildingwith a mixture of medical and
professional office uses. Property ownership could not verify the previous occupant of Suite 117 but
stated that the space has been vacant for at least a year.
PROPOSAL
The petitioner, Agnes Jelen of Bloom & Brush Art Studio Inc, proposes to operate an art studio at the
subject property, providing one-on-one art classes, private group sessions of up to 10 people, and a
personal creative workspace for her own artistic projects. The petitioner described the materials to be
used within the studio, including acrylic paint, stucco paint for textured artwork, brushes and
canvases, and fresh flowers and associated materials for floral arrangements. The petitioner
anticipates that her classes will be scheduled for evening hours on weekdays and weekends.
Use: Art studios are not listed as permitted or conditional uses in the B-1 zoning district. The petitioner
is requesting a text amendment to allow "art and woodcraft studios" and "art, sculptor, and composer
studios" as conditional uses in the B-1 district (see proposed changes in Ibl.ue text). These land uses
are currently permitted in the B-3, B-4, B-5, and B-5C districts. The Village code does not define these
Land uses.
Land Use
B-1
B-2
B-3
B-4
B-5
B-5C
1-1
1-2
1-3
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Site Plan: The petitioner notes in her application that she does not plan to remodel the interior or
exterior of the building. The site has one access point for ingress and egress on West Kensington Road.
No changes are proposed for the parking lot.
Parking: The Village code requires parking based on land use. The proposed art studio will require 12
parking stalls. The table below demonstrates the parking requirement for the subject property, which is
a multi -tenant office building.
Use
Parking Minimum
Variables
Spaces Required
Dance / music / vocational
2 spaces per 3 employees plus 1
Bloom & Brush: 2 instructors,
/ trade schools
space per maximum number of
up to 10 students
12
students
Offices: financial, civic,
4 spaces per 1,000 square feet of
7905 SF
32
business, and professional
gross floor area
Vacant
4 spaces per 1,000 square feet of
4694 SF
19
gross floor area
Offices: medical/dental
5 spaces per 1,000 square feet of
4777 SF
24
gross floor area
Total Required:
87 (5 accessible)
Total Provided:
118 (6 accessible)
The parking lot is striped with 118 parking stalls, including 6 accessible parking stalls. The minimum
parking requirement for the existing and proposed uses are met.
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Conditions: Staff requested a materials list from the petitioner, which is included in the proposal. As a
condition of approval, staff proposes to restrict the business to only the materials listed and to attach
the list as an exhibit to the ordinance. If in the future the petitioner wishes to deviate from the listed
materials, she would need to obtain authorization from the Village. Staff is also proposing restrictions
on the occupancy and nature of activities to prevent more intense uses, such as artistic endeavors
requiring special equipment or machinery (e.g. woodworking, pottery, glassblowing); or, a "rage room"
(a room where people can vent their rage by destroying objects).
STANDARDS AND FINDINGS
The Planning and Zoning Commission shall review the standards and findings of fact outlined in
Exhibit B and 1) accept them without changes, 2) accept them with changes, or 3) reject the findings.
The Planning and Zoning Commission shall use the findings of fact to guide their recommendation to
the Village Board.
Staff finds that the proposed text amendment and conditional use meets the applicable standards
contained in the Mount Prospect Zoning Ordinance. Staff requests 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 motions:
1. "A text amendment to Chapter 14, Land Use Table 2, to allow "art and woodcraft studios" and
"art, sculptor, and composer studios" as conditional uses in the B-1 district."
2. "A conditional use to operate an art studio at 350 West Kensington Road Suite 117, subject to the
following conditions:
a. The business shall hold a valid Mount Prospect business license;
b. The materials used by the business are restricted to those listed in Exhibit A: Bloom &
Brush Art Studio Inc Materials List, and any deviation from this list shall require Village
approval;
c. Occupancy of the space shall be restricted to instructional classes with up to 2
instructors and up to 10 students;
d. The business shall operate as art studio for painting and floral design, and shall not
engage in activities that are incompatible with a general office building, including but not
Limited to:
i. artistic endeavors requiring special equipment or machinery (e.g. woodworking,
pottery, glassblowing); or
ii. artistic endeavors involving destruction or smashing of objects (e.g. "rage room");
e. Compliance with all applicable development, fire, building, and other Village Codes and
regulations; and
f. Anew conditional use approval shall be required for:
i. A change of ownership involving 50% or more of the officers or partners;
ii. A change in legal entity; or
iii. A change in location."
The Village Board's decision is final for this case.
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ATTACHMENTS: ADMINISTRATIVE CONTENT PLANS
(Zoning Request Application, Responses to (Plat of Survey, Site Plan, etc.)
Standards, etc...)
1 concur:
Jason C Shallcross, AICP, CEcD
Director of Community Development
OTHER
(Supplemental Information,
Public Comments Received,
etc...)
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Exhibit A
Bloom & Brush Art Studio Inc Materials List
• Fresh flowers, fake flowers
• Ceramic containers and glass vases
• Canvases
• Seasonal decorations such as pine tree branches and ornaments, fake pumpkins, etc
• Small rocks and moss for mosaics and canvas arrangements
• Wood boards (pre-cut and pre -stained)
• Plaster for sculptural designs
• Paint brushes, easels, small spatulas for mixing paint, paint palettes, aprons
• Hot glue, water -based glue
• Acrylic paints (non -toxic)
• Acrylic enamel paints (for use on glass, non -toxic)
• Scissors
• Mod Podge
• Foam (for floral arrangements)
We do not plan on using any spray paints, toxic paints, resins, varnishes, lacquers or any other potentially
harmful or hazardous chemicals and materials.
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Exhibit B
Standards and Findings of Fact
TEXT AMENDMENT STANDARDS
Section 14.203.D.8b of the Village of Mount Prospect Zoning Ordinance provides that a Conditional Use
shall conform to the following requirements:
1. The degree to which the proposed amendment has general applicability within the village at large
and not intended to benefit specific property.
2. The consistency of the proposed amendment with the objectives of this chapter and the intent of
the applicable zoning district regulations.
3. The degree to which the proposed amendment would create nonconformity.
4. The degree to which the proposed amendment would make this chapter more permissive.
5. The consistency of the proposed amendment with the comprehensive plan.
6. The degree to which the proposed amendment is consistent with village policy as established in
previous rulings on petitioners involving similar circumstances.
Petitioner's Findings: The petitioner states that the art studio has been thoughtfully designed to be
compatible with the uses of the property and that it will be an asset to the community. The petitioner
writes that their vision for the art studio is to have a creative outlet for themselves and their clients by
fostering imagination, collaboration, and inspiration. The petitioner asserts that they will encourage
creativity, support local talent, and contribute to the cultural and creative growth of the surrounding area
by hosting small and individual classes for painting and floral design.
Staff's Findings: The proposed changes are applicable to B-1 office buildings throughout the Village and
are not intended to benefit a specific property. The amendment will support the Zoning Ordinance
objectives by subjecting the "art studio" use to a higher level of scrutiny through the conditional use
process when the proposed location is within a business / office district, to ensure compatibility of uses
and minimize adverse impacts to neighboring businesses and residents. The proposed change is unlikely
to create nonconformities as the uses "art and woodcraft studios" and "art, sculptor, and composer
studios" are already permitted uses in B-3, B-4, B-5, and B-5C districts. The amendment is intended to
make the chapter less restrictive for art studio and related uses. The proposed changes reflect current
Village objectives as outlined in the Comprehensive Plan, including being a business -friendly
community; supporting small, local entrepreneurs; and supporting compatible alternative uses to
activate vacant office spaces. The amendment is consistent with Village policy for existing permitted
uses in the B-1 district, including "dance and music academies / studios," which have similar occupancy
and parking requirements to an art studio. Staff finds that the amendments satisfy the standards as
required in Section 14.204(D) of the zoning code.
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CONDITIONAL USE STANDARDS
Section 14.203.F.8 of the Village of Mount Prospect Zoning Ordinance provides that a Conditional Use
shall conform to the following requirements:
1. That the establishment, maintenance, or operation of the conditional use will not be detrimental
to, or endanger the public health, safety, morals, comfort, or general welfare;
2. That the conditional use will not be injurious to the uses and enjoyment of other property in the
immediate vicinityfor the purposes already permitted, nor substantially diminish and impair
property values within the neighborhood in which it is to be located;
3. That the establishment of the conditional use will not impede the normal and orderly
development and improvement of the surrounding property for uses permitted in the district;
4. That adequate public utilities, access roads, drainage and/or necessary facilities have been or will
be provided;
5. That adequate measures have been or will be taken to provide ingress and egress so designed as
to minimize traffic congestion in the public streets;
6. That the proposed conditional use is not contrary to the objectives of the current comprehensive
plan for the village; and
7. That the conditional use shall, in all other respects, conform to the applicable regulations of the
district in which it is located, except as such regulations may, in each instance, be modified
pursuant to the recommendations of the planning and zoning commission.
Petitioner's Findings: The petitioner states that the business will not be detrimental to public health,
safety, morals, comfort or general welfare of the community; nor will it interfere with the use of
surrounding properties; nor will it diminish property values in the neighborhood. The petitioner writes
that the materials to be used, including non -hazardous paints, sculptural mediums for canvas creations,
and floral supplies for botanical arrangements, are safe and environmentally friendly. The petitioner
asserts that the subject property has adequate parking for the neighboring businesses as well as the
future clientele that will visit the art studio. The petitioner concludes that their business will be a valuable
addition to the community and will conform with any required measures.
Staff's Findings: Staff has reviewed the petitioner's request for a conditional use to operate an art studio
at the subject property and finds that the standards have been met. Staff did not find evidence that the
business would endanger public health, safety, morals, comfort, or general welfare. The proposed
activities (painting and floral design small group classes) are not expected to impact neighboring
businesses or residents any more than the existing permitted professional office and medical office uses
at the building. Staff has proposed several conditions limiting the number of people, types of materials,
and types of activities allowed on site. The office building is existing and has adequate public utilities,
access roads, drainage, and ingress / egress to the site. The subject property is designated "Corridor
Commercial" in the future land use plan and the proposed use is compatible with the mix of professional
office, medical office, and daycare uses already established along this stretch of West Kensington Road.
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Mania pwspect--77 Village of Mount Prospect
Community Development Department
50 S. Emerson Street
Mount Prospect, Illinois 60056
Phone: (847) 818-5328
Zoning Request Application
Official Use Only (To be completed by Village Staff)
Case Number: P&Z - 08 25 Date of Submission: 4/22/25 Hearing Date: 7/24/25
Project Name/Address: Bborn &,Brush Inc - 350 W Kensington Rd 117
1. Subject Property
Address(es): 350W Kensington Rd Suite 117
Zoning District (s): B-1 Property Area (Sq.Ft. and/or Acreage): 7f, -FQ4 Set, Ff
Parcel Index Number(s) (PIN(s)- 03-27-301-016-0000
11. Zoning Request(s) (Check all that apply)
70 Conditional Use: For art studio
7 Variation(s): To
MZoning map Amendment: Rezone From To
7E Zoning Text Amendment: Section(s) 16.604 Land Use Tables
7 Other:
111. Summary of Proposal (use separate shoot if necessary)
1) Text amendment to allow "art and woodcraft studios" and "art, sculptor, and composer studios" as
conditional uses in the B-1 district
2) Conditional use approval tooperate an art studio at 350 W Kensington Rd Suite 117
IV. Applicant (all correspondence will be sent to the applicant)
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In consideration of the information contained in this petition as well as all supporting documentation, it is
requested that approval be given to this request. The applicant is the owner or authorized representative of the
owner of the property. The petitioner and the owner of the property grant employees of the Village of MouM
Prospect and their agent's permission to enter on the property during reasonable hours for visual inspection of
the subject property.
I hereby affirm that all information r ided herein and in all materials submitted in association with this
application are true and accu t best of my knowledge.
Applicant: / 4 " Date:
(Signature)
(Print or Type Name)
If applicant is not property owner:
I hereby designate the applicant to act as my agent for the purpose of seeking the zoning request(s) described in this
application and the associated supporting material
Property Owner: 'Ile Date:
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MAtI-REW H>ZIE7 Alf-A�Q,
(Print or Type Name)
Affidavit of Ownership
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STATE OF ILLINOIS
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❑ the sole owner of the property
❑ an owner of the property
an authorized officer for the owner of the property
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COMMISSION
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Grantor, 61S4 Sock. Building L.P., an Illinois limited partnership,
hereby conveys an qu' ims to Sterling Kensington LLC, an Illinois limited
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60659, the following descriwaeal Estate (the "Real Estate'l situated in the County
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Lot I in Prudential Realty Subdivision lit. Prospect being a subdivision of part of
the East 1h of the Southwest 1/4of Secti Township 42 North, Range 11 East of
the Third Principal Meridian in the Village,, M, t. Prospect in Cook County, Illinois.
Permanent Index Number: 03-27-301-0 6-000
Address of Real Estate: 35OWest Kensington Row A t Prospect, Illinois 60056
Date: December 30, 2015 0
6154 SOUTH KEDZIE BUILDING L.P., an Illinois limited partneii
By: MF Properties LLC, an Illinois limited liability company, Genle`Paier
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Franklin L. Friedman, Manager of MF Properties LLC
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me this day in person and acknowledged that he signed this document as his free
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4/17/25, 3: 10 PM
1808 Johns Drive
Stffling Glenview, IL 60025
Kens M`gton LLC T 1773.271.1789
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April 17, 2025
Village of Mount Prospect, Illinois
50 South Emerson Street
Mount Prospect, Illinois 60056
Gentlepersons:
Sterling Kensington LLC, an Illinois limited liability company ("Sterling"), intends to
lease to Bloom & Brush Art Studio Inc., an Illinois corporation, the space known as Suite
117 in the building at 350 West Kensington Road in Mount Prospect (the "Building").
Sterling is the owner of the Building.
Sterling Kensington LLC, an Illinois
limited liability company
By: MF Properties LLC, an Illinois limited
liability company, Manager of
Sterling Kensington
LLC
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Matthew C. Friedman, Manager
of MF Properties LLC
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LESSEE LESSOR
an Illinois corporation
STERLING KENSINGTON LLC,
an Illinois limited liability company
In consideration of the agreements set forth in this Lease, Lessor hereby leases to Lessee, and Lessee hereby
leases from Lessor, solely for the above purpose the premises designated above (the "Premises") for the above term.
RENT
1. Lessee shall pay to Lessor as monthly base rent for the Premises the sum stated above,
monthly in advance, during the term of this Lease, at such address as Lessor may designate in
writing. Simultaneously with the signing of this Lease, Lessee shall pay to Lessor (in addition to
Lessee's other obligations under this Lease) the $900 base rent for May 2025.
CONDITION AND
2. Lessee acknowledges that Lessee has examined and knows the condition of the Premises and
UPKEEP OF
is responsible for receiving the same in good order and repair. Lessee acknowledges that no
as to the condition or repair of the Premises or the Complex (as defined in
PREMISES
representations
Paragraph 28 of this Lease) have been made by Lessor, or its agent, prior to or at the signing of
this Lease. During the term of this Lease, Lessee, at Lessee's cost and expense, shall (a) place
and keep the Premises, including without limitation all appurtenances, in good repair, replacing
all broken glass with glass of the same size and quality as that broken, (b) replace all damaged
plumbing fixtures with others of equal quality, and (c) keep the Premises in a clean and healthful
condition. Upon the earlier of the termination of this Lease or the end of the term of this Lease,
Lessee shall deliver to Lessor (i) the Premises in good condition and repair and (ii) the keys to
each door at the Premises.
LESSEE NOT TO
3. Lessee shall not allow the Premises to be used for any purpose that (a) may increase the rate of
MISUSE,
insurance on the Building (as defined in Paragraph 28 of this Lease) or the Complex, (b) is not
SUBLET,
specified above in this Lease, (c) is unlawful, (d) may injure the reputation of the Building and/or
the Complex, (e) may increase the fire hazard of the Building and/or the Complex, or (f) disturbs
ASSIGNMENT
any of the tenants at the Complex or any resident in the neighborhood in which the Complex is
located. Lessee shall not load the floor of the Premises with machinery or goods which may
damage such floor. Without the prior written consent of Lessor in each case, Lessee shall not (i)
allow the Premises to be occupied in whole, or in part, by any other person or entity, (ii) sublet all
or any part of the Premises, (III) assign this Lease or any interest in this Lease, (iv) permit any
transfer by operation of law or otherwise of the interest in the Premises acquired through this
Lease or of any interest in Lessee, (v) permit the Premises to remain vacant or unoccupied for
more than thirty consecutive days, (vi) allow any signs, cards or placards to be posted, or placed
on the Premises, or (vii) permit any alteration of or addition to any part of the Premises. All
alterations and additions to the Premises shall be and remain the property of Lessor and shall not
be removed from the Premises by Lessee; provided, however, upon receipt of written request
from Lessor, Lessee shall promptly remove all alterations and additions specified by Lessor in
such notice and repair all damage caused by or related to such removal.
MECHANIC'S
4. Lessee shall not permit any mechanic's lien or liens to be placed upon the Premises or the
during the term of this Lease, and If any such lien is filed, Lessee shall promptly obtain
LIEN
Complex
the release of such lien. If such lien is not released within thirty (30) days after the date Lessor
notifies Lessee In writing of such lien, Lessor shall have the right and privilege at Lessor's option
of obtaining the release of such lien or any portion thereof without inquiry as to the validity of
such lien. Lessee shall pay to Lessor on demand any amounts Incurred by Lessor in connection
with such release, Including without limitation expenses and interest,
14MI
Date of Lease Term of Lease Monthly Base Rent
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April 2�6, 2025* BEGINNING ENDING See Paragraph 38 of this
Mav 1September 30, 2028 Lease.
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Location of Premises: The space designated by Lessor as Suite 117 at the building located at 350 West Ke"slngt
Road, Mount Prospect, Illinois
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an Illinois corporation
STERLING KENSINGTON LLC,
an Illinois limited liability company
In consideration of the agreements set forth in this Lease, Lessor hereby leases to Lessee, and Lessee hereby
leases from Lessor, solely for the above purpose the premises designated above (the "Premises") for the above term.
RENT
1. Lessee shall pay to Lessor as monthly base rent for the Premises the sum stated above,
monthly in advance, during the term of this Lease, at such address as Lessor may designate in
writing. Simultaneously with the signing of this Lease, Lessee shall pay to Lessor (in addition to
Lessee's other obligations under this Lease) the $900 base rent for May 2025.
CONDITION AND
2. Lessee acknowledges that Lessee has examined and knows the condition of the Premises and
is responsible for receiving the same in good order and repair. Lessee acknowledges that no
UPKEEP OF
PREMISES
representations as to the condition or repair of the Premises or the Complex (as defined in
Paragraph 28 of this Lease) have been made by Lessor, or its agent, prior to or at the signing of
this Lease. During the term of this Lease, Lessee, at Lessee's cost and expense, shall (a) place
and keep the Premises, including without limitation all appurtenances, in good repair, replacing
all broken glass with glass of the same size and quality as that broken, (b) replace all damaged
plumbing fixtures with others of equal quality, and (c) keep the Premises in a clean and healthful
condition. Upon the earlier of the termination of this Lease or the end of the term of this Lease,
Lessee shall deliver to Lessor (i) the Premises in good condition and repair and (ii) the keys to
each door at the Premises.
LESSEE NOT To
3. Lessee shall not allow the Premises to be used for any purpose that (a) may increase the rate of
insurance on the Building (as defined in Paragraph 28 of this Lease) or the Complex, (b) is not
MISUSE,
specified above in this Lease, (c) is unlawful, (d) may injure the reputation of the Building and/or
SUBLET,
the Complex, (e) may increase the fire hazard of the Building and/or the Complex, or (Q disturbs
ASSIGNMENT
any of the tenants at the Complex or any resident in the neighborhood in which the Complex is
located. Lessee shall not load the floor of the Premises with machinery or goods which may
damage such floor. Without the prior written consent of Lessor in each case, Lessee shall not (i)
allow the Premises to be occupied in whole, or in part, by any other person or entity, (ii) sublet all
or any part of the Premises, (III) assign this Lease or any interest in this Lease, (iv) permit any
transfer by operation of law or otherwise of the interest in the Premises acquired through this
Lease or of any interest In Lessee, (v) permit the Premises to remain vacant or unoccupied for
more than thirty consecutive days, (vi) allow any signs, cards or placards to be posted, or placed
on the Premises, or (vii) permit any alteration of or addition to any part of the Premises, All
the Premises shall be and remain the property of Lessor and shall not
alterations and additions to
be removed from the Premises by Lessee; provided, however, upon receipt of written request
alterations and additions specified by Lessor In
from Lessor, Lessee shall promptly remove all
such notice and repair all damage caused by or related to Such removal.
MECHANIC'S
4. Lessee shall not permit any mechanic's lien or liens to be placed upon the Premises or the
Complex during the term of this Lease, and if any such lien is filed, Lessee shall promptly obtain
LIEN
the release of such lien. If such lien is not released within thirty (30) days after the date Lessor
notifies Lessee in writing of such lien, Lessor shall have the right and privilege at Lessor's option
of obtaining the release of such lien or any portion thereof without inquiry as to the validity of
such lien. Lessee shall pay to Lessor on demand any amounts incurred by Lessor in connection
with such release, including without limitation expenses and interest.
, INITY
5. Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law, Lessee shall protect and save, defend and
keep each of the Landlord Parties (as defined below) forever harmless and indemnified against
CIDENTS
and front any and all claims„ losses, liabilities, costs, damages and/or expenses related to or
arising out of or from (a) each violation of laws or ordinances occasioned by the neglect and/or
act of Lessee or any person or entity holding by, through or under Lessee, (b) each accident or
other occurrence on or about the Premises and/or the sidewalk adjoining the Premises, (c) each
act and/or omission of Lessee or any person or entity holding by, through or under Lessee, and
(d) each failure of Lessee In any respect to comply with and perform all of Lessee's obligations
under this Lease. "Landlord Parties" shall mean (i) Lessor, (ii) Nitols Associates L»P'., an Illinois
limited partnership ("Nitols"), (III) each employee of Lessor and/or Nitols, (iv) each owner (whether
direct and/or Indirect) of Lessor and/or Nitols, (v) the manager of Lessor„ (vi) each partner in
Nitols, and (vii) each member of the manager of Lessor.
NON-LIABIUTY
6. Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law, none of the Landlord Parties ,shall be liable
from, bodily injury, Personal injury, loss
OF LESSOR
for, and Lessee releases each of the Landlord Parties any
and/or property damage occurring in, about and/or on the Premises, the Complex, including
without limitation, any bodily injury, Personal injury, loss and/or property damage arising out of or
relating to (a) the failure to keep the Premises (including without limitation any sprinkler system,
alarm) and/or any adjoining sidewalk in repair, (b)
fire protection system, life safety system and/or
plumbing, gas, water, sprinkler, steam or other pipes or sewerage or the bursting, leaking or
running of any pipes, tank or plumbing fixtures, (c) water, snow, ice, mold and/or mildew on, in
and/or coming through the roof, skylights, windows and/or any part of the Premises, (d) the acts
or omissions of any of the Landlord Parties or any owners or occupants of adjacent or contiguous
property or any other person or entity, (e) the failure of any sprinkler system, fire protection
system, life safety system, and/or any other system, equipment and/or alarm to operate properly,
function of any sprinkler system, fire protection system,
(f) the lack of existence, coverage and/or
life safety system, and/or any other system, equipment and/or alarm, and/or (g) any virus,
bacteria, sickness and/or illness contracted in and/or at the Premises and/or the Complex.
WATER, GAS,
AND
7. Lessee shall pay, in addition to the base rent specified above, all gas, electric, internet and
utility bills promptly when due with respect to the Premises during the term of this Lease..
ELECTRIC
OTHER CHARGES
other
At all times during the term of this Lease, Lessee shall ensure that (I) all thermostats in the
Fahrenheit, (ii) the power to each furnace is set in the "on"
Premises are set to at least 65 degrees
position, and (Ili) the gas meters for the Premises are in the "open" position. Moreover, Lessee
shall promptly pay all permit, inspection and/or any other fees or charges imposed by any
In
governmental authority on or with respect to the Premises during the term of this Lease.
addition, Lessee shall pay to Lessor an additional Thirty Dollars ($30) each month during the term
of this Lease for water and sewer used in or for the Premises. Lessee shall also pay to Lessor the
amount specified by Lessor as Lessee's share of expenses incurred in connection with the snow
and/or ice removal and/or plowing of the parking areas and other common areas for the Complex.
COMPLY WITH
8. Lessee, at Lessee's cost and expense, shall comply with all regulations, laws and ordinances
LAWS
applicable to the Premises and/or Lessee's use of the Premises..
ACCESS TO
9. Lessee shall allow Lessor free access to the Premises for the purpose of examining or
the Premises and for the purpose of making any repairs or alterations to the Premises
PREMISES
exhibiting
desired by Lessor. Lessor shall have the right to place signs and/or notices of "For Sale" and/or
"For Rent" upon the Premises at all times, and Lessee shall not interfere with such signs and/or
notices.
ABANDONMENT
10. if (a) Lessee shall abandon the Premises, (b) Lessee's right to occupy the Premises is
by Lessor by reason of Lessee's breach of any of the provisions of this Lease, or (c)
AND RELETTINC
terminated
the term of this Lease Is ended at Lessor's election pursuant to Paragraph 13 of this Lease, then
the Premises may be re -let by Lessor for such rent and upon such terms as Lessor may deem fit.
For each month during the term of this Lease in which the monthly amount received by Lessor for
such month from such re -letting, after deducting the expenses of such re -letting (including
any leasing commission and/or tenant improvernent allowance), Is less than the
without limitation
monthly amount due and owing under this Lease from Lessee to Lessor, then Lessee shall
Immediately pay such monthly deficiency to Lessor.
„OLDING OVER
ilm Lossoo shall, at the termination Or end of the term of this Lease by lapse of time or otherwise,
deliver Immediate possession of the Premises to Lessor In the condition required by this Lease.
If Lossee falls to so deliver possession, Of the Premises to Lessor, then, at Lessor's option,
Lessee shall (a) pay on demand from Lessor as daily base rent for, the whole time such
possession Is withheld the sum of One Hundred Sixteen Dollars ($116) per day, (b) be bound by al
one, year extension of this Lease with a monthly base rent equal to the product of "Two Hundred
Porcent (200%) multiplied by the rent payable by Lessee to Lessor for the month preceding the
holding over, or (c) become a tenant at sufferance, The provisions of this paragraph shall riot be
construed as a waiver by Lessor of any right of re-entry as set forth In this Lease. The receipt of
such rent or any part thereof, or any other act in apparent affirmance of tenancy, shall not operate
as a waiver of Lessor"s right to prematurely end the term of this Lease for a breach of any of the
provisions of this Lease.
EXTRA FIRE
12„ Lessee shall not store, use, or permit the presence of any flammable or explosive materials in
HAZARD
the Premises or cause any such materials to be present in, on, or under the Complex, the parking
and common areas related to the Complex, or property adjacent to the Complex, such land or
Notwithstanding the foregoing but subject to Paragraph 5 Of
such parking and common areas.
this Lease, Lessee shall be permitted to use such materials in connection with the operation of its
business if (a) Lessor approves in writing the presence of such materials in the Premises in
in and for a use permitted by applicable
writing, and (b) Lessee uses such materials an amount
law and in accordance with the rules of the applicable Board of Underwriters, all statutes and
ordinances,, all Insurance company recommendations and all of Lessor's rules.
DEFAULT BY
13. If Lessee defaults in the payment of the rent under this Lease or under any of the provisions of
LESSEE
this Lease to be performed by Lessee, Lessor may at any time thereafter at Lessor's election
the term this Lease or Lessee's right to occupy the Premises ended and reenter the
declare of
Premises or any part thereof, with or (to the extent permitted by law) without notice or process of
law, and remove Lessee or any other persons or entities occupying the Premises, without
prejudice to any remedies which might otherwise be used for arrears of rent, and Lessor shall
have at all times the right to distrain for rent due from Lessee to Lessor. Lessee grants a security
interest in its now owned and hereafter acquired personal property to Lessor, and Lessee agrees
first lien all such property as security for
that Lessor shall have a valid and upon personal
payment of the rent due from Lessee to Lessor. The word "rent” when used in this Lease shall
include all rent and other payments of every kind and nature payable by Lessee to Lessor.
NO RENT
14, Lessee's covenants to pay rent and other amounts to Lessor are and shall be independent of
DEDUCTION OR
each and every other covenant of this Lease. Lessee agrees that any claim by Lessee against
SET OFF
Lessor shall not be deducted from such rent or such other amounts or set off against any claim
for rent or other amounts in any action.
RENT AFTER
15. After the service of notice, the commencement of a suit, or the final judgment for possession
NOTICE OR SUIT
of the Premises, Lessor may receive and collect rent and other amounts due under this Lease,
and the payment of such rent and other amounts shall not waive or affect such notice, suit, or
judgment.
PAYMENT OF
16. Lessee shall pay to Lessor on demand all costs, attorney's fees and expenses incurred by
COSTS
Lessor in connection with enforcing the provisions of this Lease.
RIGHTS
17. The rights and remedies of Lessor under this Lease, at law and in equity are cumulative. The
CUMULATIVE
exercise or use of any one or more of such remedies shall not bar Lessor from the exercise or use
of any other right or remedy provided in this Lease or otherwise provided by law or in equity, nor
shall the exercise or use of any right or remedy by Lessor waive any other right or remedy.
FIRE AND
18, If all or any portion of the Premises Is physically damaged during the term of this Lease by fire
CASUALTY
or other casualty, Lessor, at Lessor's option, may either (a) prematurely end the term of this
Lease, or (b) repair the physical damage to the Premises caused by Such fire or other casualty
within the period of time specified by Lessor. If Lessor elects to so repair such damage to the
Premises, this Lease shall remain In effect provided such repairs are completed within such
period specified by Lessor. If Lessor shall not have repaired such damage to the Premises on or
prior to the expiration of such period specified by Lessor, then at the end of such period the term
of this Lease shall end and Lessee shall have no recourse against Lessor for such failure to repair
such damage. if at any time during the term of this Lease more than Twenty Five Percent (25%) of
in the Building and/or the Complex is untenantable as a result of any fire or other
the floor space
casualty or event, then Lessor shall have the right at Lessor's option to prematurely end the term
of this Lease on a date selected by Lessor. If the term of this Lease ends pursuant to this
Paragraph 18, then the rent and all other amounts due under this Lease shall be paid through the
day of such fire or other casualty or event.
LADING
tg. This Lease shah be binding on and inure to the benefit of Lessor and Lessem,
BROKER P
2(L Lessoe warrants to Lessor, that no broker or finder Introduced Lessee to Lessor or the
Premises or Is assisting Lessee In the negotiation of this Lease Lessee shall Indemnify, defend
and hold harmtess, Lessor from any claim by any broker or finder for any commission or
compensation arising out of this Lease. Lessee understands that Franklin L . Friedman has an
Interest in Lessor, Is a licensed Illinois managing real estate broker and attorney, and is not
claiming any commission as a result of this Lease..
ADDRESSES
21 The rental and all other amounts specified In this Lease shall be made payable to Sterling
Kensington LLC , Such rental and all notices which Lessee desires to deliver to Lessor shall be
delivered to Sterling Kensington LLD at 1808 Johns Drive, Glenview, Illinois 66625 or to such
other address as stated in written notice delivered to Lessee by Lessor. All notices which Lessor
desires to deliver to Lessee shalt be mailed to Lessee at the Premises or to such other address as
stated in written notice delivered to Lessor by Lessee. Any notice mailed by United States
Certified Mail shall be deemed delivered on the date such notice Is placed in such Mail properly'
addressed with proper postage affixed thereto.
SECURITY
22. In addition to Lessee's other obligations under this Lease, Lessee shall deposit with Lessor
DEPOSIT
simultaneously with the signing of this Lease an additional Three Thousand Six Hundred Dollars
($3,600) as a security deposit ("Security Deposit") to be held by Lessor as security for the
performance by Lessee of Lessee's obligations under this Lease. if at any time Lessee fails to
perform any of Lessee's obligations under this Lease, Lessor may, at Lessor's option, apply the
Security Deposit to cure Lessee's failure and such option shall be in addition to all of Lessor's
other rights and remedies under this Lease, by law or in equity. Within sixty (60) days after the
termination of this Lease, Lessor shall return to Lessee the portion of the Security Deposit which
has not been applied or is not being held to be applied to cure any failure by Lessee to perform
any of Lessee's obligations under this Lease. Lessee shall not be entitled to any interest on the
Security Deposit.
INSURANCE
23. Lessee, at Lessee's cost and expense, shall at all times maintain public liability, property
damage and plate glass insurance in such amount, in such form and issued by such companies
as are satisfactory to Lessor. Each policy of such insurance shalt (a) name Lessor and Lessor's
designees as additional insureds, and (b) be endorsed to provide that such insurance is primary
and non-contributory notwithstanding any other insurance available to such additional insureds.
A certificate of such insurance shall be delivered by Lessee to Lessor upon request by Lessor.
Lessee is not an express or implied co-insured, additional named insured or additional insured on
any insurance policy with respect to which all or any part of the cost and/or premium of or for
such policy has been paid by Lessor, any partner in Lessor, and/or any person or entity
controlling, controlled by, or under common control with Lessor or any such beneficiary. Lessee
waives and releases any claim that Lessee is an insured under any insurance described in the
preceding sentence.
JIRE LEASE
2 a This Lease constitutes the entire understanding t)etwee'n Lessor and Lessee with respect to
the premises, the Complex and all related parking and comroori areas" The captions in the left-
hand margin of this Lease are for convenience only and do not lirnit or modify any language in
any paragraph of this Lease. Lessee„ at Lessee's cost and expense, shall comply with all
requirements and/'or recommendations of any lawful authority and/or insurance company and/or
Lessor which are applicable to Lessee's and/or Lessee's employee's, customer's, invitee's and
other g',uest"s use of the ,realises and/or the parking and common areas for the Complex. Lessee
shall not, permit any, dog or other animal or alcoholic substance or cooking or firearm in the
Premises or any odor, noise, music, sound, vibration, smell or aroma to emanate from the
Premises, Lessee, at Lessee's cost and expense„ shall provide adequate pest control service to
the premises to prevent any Insects or rodents from being in the premises. Neither Lessee„ nor
Lessee's employees„ Invitees, contractors, customers or vendors shall srnoke or vape or use
drugs in the premises or the common areas of the Complex. Moreover, Lessee shall promptly pay'
all permit, inspection and/'or any other fees or charges imposed by any governmental authority on
or with respect to the premises during the term of this Lease. All liability of Lessor to Lessee
shall be limited to Lessor's Interest in the Building and none of the Landlord parties shall have
any personal liability to Lessee under any circumstances. Within ten (10) days after each request
from Lessor, Lessee shall sign and deliver to Lessor each estoppel certificate and each
subordination and attornment agreement required by Lessor and/or any lender (or prospective
lender) of Lessor from time to time. If any provision of this Lease shall be determined to be
unenforceable and/or void by any court of competent jurisdiction then (1) such provision shall be
deemed to be severable and (ii) such determination shall not affect the validity of any other
provisions of this Lease. If any provision of this Lease is capable of two constructions„, one of
which would render such provision void and the other of which would render such provision
valid, then such provision shall have the meaning which renders such provision valid.
CONDEMNATION/
SALE
25. If all or any part of the Complex is sold or conveyed to any lawful authority (under threat of the
by any lawful authority of condemnation or the right of eminent domain) or permanently
exercise
taken by any lawful authority for any public or quasi -public use or purpose, this Lease shall
terminate on the date title to the Complex or such portion thereof is conveyed to such lawful
authority, and all of the award and money payable by or forthcoming from any lawful authority for
each sale or taking of this Lease and/or all or any part of the Complex shall be paid, allocated and
distributed to Lessor and retained by Lessor as Lessor's property. Lessee assigns to Lessor any
interest Lessee may have in any award or money payable by or forthcoming) from such lawful
authority. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary contained in this Lease, if at any time Lessor
elects to demolish the Building and/or the Complex or to sell, convey or exchange title to the
Building and/or the Complex or ground lease the land under the Building and/or the Complex to or
with any person or entity, Lessor shall have the right at Lessor's option to prematurely end the
term of this Lease upon thirty days written notice to Lessee.
LATE PAYMENT
26. Each time any amount payable by Lessee to Lessor under this Lease is not paid by Lessee to
FEE
Lessor when due under this Lease, a late payment fee shall also be immediately due from Lessee
to Lessor. Such late payment fee with respect to any past due amount shall be the sum of (a) One
Hundred Dollars ($100), plus (b) Thirty Dollars ($30) for each day during the period commencing
on the date such past due amount is due from Lessee to Lessor and ending on the date such past
due amount is paid by Lessee to Lessor. The accrual and/or payment of such late payment fee
shall not in any way prohibit Lessor from exercising any other remedy of Lessor.
DUMPSTER
27. Lessee may not place any items in the trash dumpster servicing the Building except for a
reasonable (in Lessor's sole discretion) amount normal office trash associated with the operation
of Lessee's business In the premises.
DEFINITIONS
28. The word "Building" as used In this Lease shall mean the building located at 350 West Kensington
Road, Mount prospect, Illinois. The word "Complex" as used in this Lease shall mean collectively the
Building and the land related to the Building.
PATRIOT ACT
29, Lessee represents and warrants to Lessor that Lessee (a) is not and has not been determined
to be a person listed In the Annex to Executive Girder 13224 issued by the president of the United
States, Blocking property and prohibiting Transactions with persons Who Commit, Threaten to
Commit, or Support Terrorism, as periodically amended (the "Prohibited persons"), and (b) is not
owned by, controlled by, acting for or on behalf of, providing assistance, support, sponsorship, or
services of any kind to, or otherwise associated with such prohibited persons. Furthermore,
Lessee covenants that neither Lessee nor any of Its employees, agents or representatives nor any
other person or entity associated with Lessee shall during tile term of this Lease (a) become a
person or entity described In the immediately preceding sentence, or (b) otherwise become a
target of any anti -terrorism measure adopted at any time by the United States.
BARE
30. Except as expressly set forth In Paragraph 18 of this I -ease and Paragraph 25 of this Lease,
HAPPENING
Lessee's ol)ligat.ions under this Lease and/or the term of this Lease shall not be relieved, reduced,
terminated, extended„ cancelled and/or delayed as a result of and/or In connection with any of the
following (each of the following, a "Rare happening"): force majeure, Act of Cod, act of
governmental authority, pandemic® epidemic„ impossibility, impracticability and/or frustration of
purpose. Lessee waives any claim or, claims Lessee may have (now and/orin the future) for a
reduction in Lessee's obligations under this Lease and/or an extension of the term of this Lease
and/or a termination of this Lease as a result of and/or in connection with a Mare happening.
Time is of the essence of Lessee's obligations Linder this Lease.
CARBON
31. At all times during the term of this Lease, Lessee (at Lessee's cost and expense) shall
MONOXIDE
maintain In good working order in the Premises UL approved carbon monoxide detectors and
DETECTOR
unexpired tagged A:40BC fire extinguishers mounted in accordance with manufacturers"
recommendations.
NO SMOKING
32. Lessee shall not permit any smoking„ vaping, consumption of alcoholic substance and/or drug
use in, at, on and/or about the Premises and/or the Complex.
JURY TRIAL
33. Each of Lessor and Lessee knowingly, intentionally, voluntarily and irrevocably waives trial by
WAIVER
jury in any action, proceeding or counterclaim brought by either party to this Lease against the
other party to this Lease on any matter arising out of and/or in any way connected to this Lease,
the relationship between Lessor and Lessee, and/or Lessee's use and/or occupancy of the
Premises.
COUNTERCLAIM
34. In any forcible entry and detainer action, Lessee shall not counterclaim against Lessor for any
WAIVER
type of relief. Lessor and Lessee agree that if Lessor files a forcible entry and detainer lawsuit
against Lessee, then the only issues that the court will resolve in connection with such lawsuit
are (1) which party is entitled immediate possession of the Premises and (2) the amount of any
and all sums due under this Lease from Lessee to Lessor. Lessee retains the right to file a
separate lawsuit against Lessor for any sums Lessee claims are due to Lessee, and such separate
lawsuit shall not be consolidated or joined with Lessor's forcible entry and detainer action.
SPACE HEATER
35. Lessee shall not permit any space heater to be used in the Premises.
SPRINKLER
36. Lessor shall have the right (but shall not have any obligation) to install in the location or
SYSTEM AND
locations specified by Lessor at any time or times selected by Lessor (I) a sprinkler system, life
FIRE ALARM
safety system and/or related fire and/or safety equipment, fixtures„ alarms, strobes, horns, wiring
SYSTEM
and/or piping (collectively, the "Equipment") inside the Premises, and/or (ii) a water line (the
"Water Line") through the parking area and/or driveways related to the Building. Notwithstanding
anything to the contrary contained in this Lease, Lessor shall not be liable to Lessee for any
damage (including without limitation water damage) to the interior of the Premises, for any
damage to any property of Lessee in the Premises, for any loss of business in the Premises,
l
and/or for any other loss and/or damage arising out of or related to the Equipment and/or the
Water Line and/or work performed in connection with the installation of the Equipment and/or
Water Line (including without limitation any disruption with respect to the driveways and/or
parking area related to the Building).
37. Lessee shall exercise Lessee's best efforts to obtain at Lessee's cost and expense from the
ZONING TEXT
ZONIN�MENT
Village of Mount Prospect, Illinois a zoning text amendment permitting Lessee to operate an art
studio in the Premises. If prior to August 1, 2025 Lessee fails to obtain such text amendment,,
then at any time from or after August 1, 2025 either Lessor or Lessee shall have the right to
prematurely end the term of this Lease by notice to the other party.
38. The monthly base rent which Lessee shall pay to Lessor each month during the term of this
MONTHLY BASE
Lease shall be as follows:
RENT
(a) for each month during the period from May 1, 2025 through the first to occur (the "Full Refit
Dent Commencement Date") of July 31, 2025 or the date Lessee obtains from the "Village of Mount
Prospect, Illinois a zoning text amendment permitting an art studio to be operated in the
Premises, the monthly base rent payable by Lessee to Lessor shall be Nine hundred Collars
($900) per month; and
(b) for each month during the term of this Lease from and after the Full Rent Commencement
Date, the monthly base rent payable by Lessee to Lessor shall be One Thousand Eight Hundred
Collars ($1,800) per month.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, Lessor, Lessee and Guarantor have signed this Lease as of April 26, 2025,
STERLING KEN SINGTON LLC, an Illinois limited liability
company
By; MF Properties LLC,,, an Illinois limited liability
company, Manager of Sterling Kensington LLC
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By,:
Matthew Friedman,
Manager of ME Properties LLC
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LESSEE:
BLOOM & BRUSH ART STUDIO INC,, an 1111nois
Corporation
Agniesz
Presideni
Telephone: 773-246-6161
Email: agnes2008@11ve,com
GUARANTY
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For value received, the undersigned, being the President of Lessee under the foregoing Lease, hereby as of April 26,
2025 personally, unconditionally and irrevocably guaranties to the Lessor under such Lease that at all times the Lessee
under such Lease will promptly perform all of the obligations of the Lessee under such Lease. The obligations under
this Guaranty shall be primary obligations of the undersigned. Lessor shall not be obligated to first proceed against
Lessee. The obligations under this Guaranty shall not be discharged by any bankruptcy of Lessee.
Home Address: 1601 North Park Drive
Mount Prospect, Illinois 60056
Cell: 773-225-6161
Email: agnes2008@live.com
Bloom & Brush Art Studio
350 W Kensington Road, Suite 117
Mount Prospect, IL 60056
'The Conditional Use of the above space for an Art Studio:
The proposed use will not be detrimental to or endanger the public health, safety, morals,
comfort, or general welfare of the community. Our art studio will not interfere with the
enjoyment or use of surrounding properties and their permitted purposes, nor will it diminish
property values in the neighborhood. The materials we plan to use, including non -hazardous
paints, sculptural mediums for canvas creations, and floral supplies for our botanical
arrangements, are all safe and environmentally friendly, ensuring that there will be no risks
associated with our operations. The property at 350 W Kensington Road has adequate parking
spaces for our neighboring businesses along with our future clientele which will visit our studio.
We are hopeful that our business will be an excellent and valuable addition to the community of
Mount Prospect and will conform within any required measures.
Date 0"
Agnieszka. Jelen
Bloom & Brush Ail Studio
350 W Kensington Road, Suite 117
Mount Prospect, IL 60056
Text Amendment:
Bloom & Brush Art Studio has been thoughtfully designed to be compatible with The proposed
zoning use of the spaces on this property and will be an asset to the community. Our main goal
and vision for this studio is for it to be used as a creative outlet for ourselves and our clients by
fostering imagination, collaboration, and inspiration. We aim to encourage creativity, support
local talent, and contribute to the cultural and creative growth of the surrounding area by hosting
small and individual classes which will include painting using acrylic and sculptural paints and
floral design classes.
�I X, Date: 0 //P3 120l-T
Agmeszka Jelen t t
July 25th, 2025
Jason C Shallcross, AKI'P, CEcD
Director of Community I)evelopmem
Village of Mount Prospect
50 S. Emerson Street
Mount Prospect, IL 60056
Via email: =,Qrg
Dear Mr. Shalleross,
The Planning & Zoning Commission recommended approval of
our text amendment zoning request by a 4-0 vote. Our request is
scheduled to go before Village Board for the
ordinance's first reading August 6th, 2025.
We are requesting that the Village Board waive the second
reading, tentatively scheduled
for August 19th, 2025, and take final action at the August 6th,
2025 meeting because we are
anxious and excited to start the project as soon as possible.
I appreciate your assistance in facilitating this request. Should
you have any questions,
feel free to contact us at 773 600 9584 (PJ's cell).
Sincerely,
Agnes Jelen
PJ Jelen
350 W Kensington, Suite 117
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
CASE NO. PZ-08-25
PROPERTY ADDRESS:
PETITIONER:
PUBLICATION DATE:
REQUEST:
MEMBERS PRESENT:
MEMBERS ABSENT:
STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT:
INTERESTED PARTIES:
Hearing Date: July 24, 2025
350 West Kensington Road Suite 117
Bloom & Brush Art Studio Inc
July 9, 2025
Text amendment to allow "art and woodcraft studios" and
"art, sculptor, and composer studios" as conditional uses in
the B-1 district; and conditional use approval to operate an
art studio at the subject property.
Joseph Donnelly
Ewa Weir
Walter Szymczak
Michael Fricano
Richard Rogers
William Beattie
Donald Olsen
Antonia Lalagos— Development Planner
None
Chairman Donnelly called the meeting to order at 7:07 PM. Commissioner Weir made a motion
seconded by Commissioner Szymczak to approve the minutes from the Planning and Zoning
Commission meeting on July 10, 2025. The minutes were approved 4-0.
Chairman Donnelly introduced case number PZ-08-25, 350 West Kensington Road, a request for a
text amendment to allow art studios as a conditional use in the B-1 district, and a conditional use
to operate an art studio at the subject property.
Ms. Lalagos introduced the first request, a text amendment to the land use table. She explained
that currently, art studios are permitted by right in the B-3, B-4, B-5, and B-5C districts, but they are
not permitted by right or as a conditional use in the B-1 district. Ms. Lalagos reported that the
subject property is zoned B-1, therefore the petitioner must amend the land use table to operate at
the subject location. She stated that the petitioner is requesting a text amendment to allow "art
and woodcraft studios" and "art, sculptor, and composer studios" as conditional uses in the B-1
district. Ms. Lalagos noted that these uses are not defined in the Village Code. She explained that if
the text amendment is approved, "art and woodcraft studios" and "art, sculptor, and composer
studios" could request conditional use approval to operate at any B-1 zoned property in the Village.
Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting — July 24, 2025 PZ-08-25
Ms. Lalagos asserted that the amendment is consistent with existing permitted uses in the B-1
district, including "dance and music academies / studios," which have similar occupancy and
parking requirements to an art studio.
Ms. Lalagos introduced the second request, a conditional use to operate an art studio at 350 West
Kensington Road. She described the subject property as a single -story multi -tenant commercial
building with a mixture of medical and professional office uses. Ms. Lalagos reported that property
ownership could not verify the previous occupant of Suite 117 but ownership stated that the space
has been vacant for at least a year. She shared that the petitioner does not plan to remodel the
interior or exterior of the building. Ms. Lalagos confirmed that the site has one access point for
ingress and egress on West Kensington Road, and that no changes are proposed for the parking lot.
Ms. Lalagos summarized the petitioner's business proposal to operate an art studio at the subject
property, providing one-on-one art classes, private group sessions of up to 10 people, and a
personal creative workspace for her own artistic projects. She reviewed the proposed materials to
be used within the studio, including acrylic paint, stucco paint for textured artwork, brushes and
canvases, and fresh flowers and associated materials for floral arrangements. Ms. Lalagos noted
that the classes are proposed for evening hours on weekdays and weekends.
Ms. Lalagos stated that as a condition of approval, staff proposes to restrict the business to only
the materials listed in the ordinance exhibit. She explained that if in the future the petitioner wishes
to deviate from the listed materials, she would need to obtain authorization from the Village. Ms.
Lalagos said that staff proposed restrictions on the occupancy and nature of activities to prevent
more intense uses, such as artistic endeavors requiring special equipment or machinery.
Ms. Lalagos reported that the proposed art studio will require 12 parking stalls. She noted that the
overall requirement for the site is 87 parking stalls, including 5 accessible stalls. Ms. Lalagos
asserted that the parking lot is currently striped with 118 parking stalls, including 6 accessible
parking stalls, therefore the minimum parking requirement for the existing and proposed uses are
met.
Ms. Lalagos concluded that staff finds that the proposed text amendment and conditional use
meets the applicable standards contained in the Mount Prospect Zoning Ordinance. She 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 requests:
1. "A text amendment to Chapter 14, Land Use Table 2, to allow "art and woodcraft studios"
and "art, sculptor, and composer studios" as conditional uses in the B-1 district."
2. "A conditional use to operate an art studio at 350 West Kensington Road Suite 117, subject
to the following conditions:
a. The business shall hold a valid Mount Prospect business license;
b. The materials used by the business are restricted to those listed in Exhibit A: Bloom
& Brush Art Studio Inc Materials List, and any deviation from this list shall require
Village approval;
c. Occupancy of the space shall be restricted to instructional classes with up to 2
instructors and up to 10 students;
Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting — July 24, 2025 PZ-08-25
d. The business shall operate as art studio for painting and floral design, and shall not
engage in activities that are incompatible with a general office building, including
but not limited to:
artistic endeavors requiring special equipment or machinery (e.g.
woodworking, pottery, glassblowing); or
artistic endeavors involving destruction or smashing of objects (e.g. "rage
room");
e. Compliance with all applicable development, fire, building, and other Village
Codes and regulations; and
f. A new conditional use approval shall be required for:
i. A change of ownership involving 50% or more of the officers or partners;
ii. A change in legal entity; or
iii. Achange in location."
Ms. La Lagos stated that the Village Board's decision is final for this case.
Commissioner Weir requested that "metals and foundry" be added to the list of prohibited
activities.
Chairman Donnelly asked if the parking ratio is based on the number students or the square
footage.
Ms. Lalagos replied that the art studio parking ratio is based on the number of students and
number of instructors.
Chairman Donnelly invited the petitioners to the stand. Chairman Donnelly swore in the
petitioners, Patrycja Jelen and Agnes Jelen of Bloom & Brush Art Studio Inc, 1601 Park Drive in
Mount Prospect.
Chairman Donnelly asked the petitioner to provide a brief description of their case.
Ms. Jelen explained that she and her mother would like to open an art studio. She stated that her
mother has been a successful business owner for many years, operating a flower shop. Ms. Jelen
described the new endeavor, which is hosting floral design and acrylic painting classes. She noted
that they have been residents of Mount Prospect for 10 years and would love to have the business
in the community.
Chairman Donnelly asked the petitioners if they understood the conditions of approval.
Ms. Jelen replied yes.
Hearing no further comments or questions, Chairman Donnelly closed the hearing and asked for a
motion to approve a text amendment to Chapter 14, Land Use Table 2, to allow "art and woodcraft
studios" and "art, sculptor, and composer studios" as conditional uses in the B-1 district.
Commissioner Weir made a motion and Commissioner Szymczak seconded the motion.
Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting — July 24, 2025 PZ-08-25
UPON ROLL CALL AYES: Szymczak, Weir, Fricano Donnelly
NAYS: None
Chairman Donnelly asked for a motion to approve a conditional use to operate an art studio at 350
West Kensington Road Suite 117, subject to the following conditions:
a. The business shall hold a valid Mount Prospect business license;
b. The materials used by the business are restricted to those listed in Exhibit A: Bloom
& Brush Art Studio Inc Materials List, and any deviation from this list shall require
Village approval;
c. Occupancy of the space shall be restricted to instructional classes with up to 2
instructors and up to 10 students;
d. The business shall operate as art studio for painting and floral design, and shall not
engage in activities that are incompatible with a general office building, including
but not limited to:
i. artistic endeavors requiring special equipment or machinery (e.g.
woodworking, pottery, glassblowing, metalwork/foundry); or
ii. artistic endeavors involving destruction or smashing of objects (e.g. "rage
room");
e. Compliance with all applicable development, fire, building, and other Village
Codes and regulations; and
f. A new conditional use approval shall be required for:
i. A change of ownership involving 50% or more of the officers or partners;
ii. A change in legal entity; or
iii. Achange in location."
UPON ROLL CALL AYES: Szymczak, Weir, Fricano Donnelly
NAYS: None
The Planning and Zoning Commission gave a positive recommendation (4-0) to the Village Board for
the text amendment request and gave a positive recommendation (4-0) to the Village Board for the
conditional use request for the August 6, 2025 meeting.
Chairman Donnelly asked if there were any citizens to be heard.
Hearing no further discussion, Commissioner Weir made a motion seconded by Commissioner
Szymczak and the meeting was adjourned at 7:19 PM.
,-a.
Antonia Lalagos, Development Planner
Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting — July 24, 2025 PZ-08-25
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 14 "ZONING" OF THE
VILLAGE CODE OF THE VILLAGE OF
MOUNT PROSPECT, ILLINOIS
WHEREAS, the Village of Mount Prospect is a home rule municipality as
defined by Article VII, § 6 of the Illinois Constitution of 1970; and
WHEREAS, a Public Hearing was held on the request to make certain
amendments to the Village Code being the subject of PZ-08-25 before the
Planning and Zoning Commission of the Village of Mount Prospect on the 24th
day of July 2025 pursuant to proper legal notice having been published in the
Daily Herald Newspaper on the 9th day of July 2025; and
WHEREAS, the President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Mount
Prospect desire to make certain amendments to the Village Code of Mount
Prospect as set forth below; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the authority granted under the Illinois Municipal
Code and in accordance with home rule authority granted to home rule
municipalities, the President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Mount
Prospect approve the amendments as set forth below.
BE IT ORDAINED BYTHE PRESIDENTAND BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE
VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS:
SECTION ONE: Land Use Table 2: "Commercial and Industrial Zoning
Districts" of Section 14.604 "Land Use Tables" shall be amended to allow "Art
and woodcraft studios" and "Art, sculptor, and composer studios" as
conditional uses in the B-1 district:
Land Use
B-1
B-2
B-3
B-4
B-5
B-
5C
1-1
1-2
1-3
Art and woodcraft studios
C
P
P
P
P
Art, sculptor, and composer studios
C
P
P
P
P
SECTION TWO: This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and
after its passage, approval, adoption and publication in the manner provided
by law.
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
PASSED and APPROVED this 6t" day of August, 2025, by the Village Mayor of the
Village of Mount Prospect, and attested by the Village Clerk, on the same day.
Paul Wm. Hoefert, Mayor
ATTEST:
Karen M. Agoranos, Village Clerk
Village Clerk
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A CONDITIONAL
USE TO OPERATE AN ART STUDIO AT THE PROPERTY
350 WEST KENSINGTON ROAD SUITE 117
MOUNT PROSPECT, ILLINOIS
WHEREAS, Bloom & Brush Art Studio Inc., ("Petitioner"), is seeking a
conditional use to operate an art studio for property located at 350 West
Kensington Road Suite 117, and legally described as:
Lot 1 in Prudential Realty Subdivision in Mount Prospect being a subdivision of
part of the East 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 27, Township 42 North,
Range 11 of East of the Third Principal Meridian in the Village of Mount
Prospect, in Cook County, Illinois.
PIN: 03-27-301-016-0000
WHEREAS, the "Petitioner" seeks a conditional use to allow an art studio; and
WHEREAS, a Public Hearing was held on the request for a conditional use
being the subject of PZ-08-25 before the Planning and Zoning Commission of
the Village of Mount Prospect on the 24t" day of July 2025 pursuant to proper
legal notice having been published in the Daily Herald Newspaper on the 9t"
day of July 2025; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and Board of Trustees of the Village of Mount Prospect
have given consideration to the request herein and have determined that the
request meets the standards of the Village and that the granting of the
conditional use to allow an art studio would be in the best interest of the
Village.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF
TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT, COOK COUNTY,
ILLINOIS ACTING IN THE EXERCISE OF THEIR HOME RULE POWERS:
SECTION ONE: That the recitals set forth hereinabove are incorporated
herein as findings of fact by the Mayor and Board of Trustees of the Village of
Mount Prospect.
SECTION TWO: The Mayor and Board of Trustees of the Village of Mount
Prospect do hereby grant a conditional use to operate an art studio for
property located at 350 West Kensington Road Suite 117, Mount Prospect
subject to the following conditions:
1. The business shall hold a valid Mount Prospect business license;
2. The materials used by the business are restricted to those listed in
Exhibit A: Bloom & Brush Art Studio Inc Materials List, and any deviation
from this list shall require Village approval;
3. Occupancy of the space shall be restricted to instructional classes with
up to 2 instructors and up to 10 students;
4. The business shall operate as an art studio for painting and floral design,
and shall not engage in activities that are incompatible with a general
office building, including but not limited to:
a. Artistic endeavors requiring special equipment or machinery (e.g.
woodworking, pottery, glassblowing, metalwork / foundry); or
b. Artistic endeavors involving destruction or smashing of objects
(e.g. "rage room");
5. Compliance with all applicable development, fire, building, and other
Village Codes and regulations; and
6. A new conditional use approval shall be required for:
a. A change of ownership involving 50% or more of the officers or
partners;
b. A change in legal entity; or
c. A change in location.
SECTION THREE: This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and
after its passage, approval and publication in pamphlet form in the manner
provided by law.
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
PASSED and APPROVED this 6th day of August, 2025.
Paul Wm. Hoefert, Mayor
ATTEST:
Karen M. Agoranos, Village Clerk
Village Clerk
EXHIBIT A
Bloom & Brush Art Studio Inc
Materials List
• Fresh flowers, fake flowers
• Ceramic containers and glass vases
• Canvases
• Seasonal decorations such as pine tree branches and ornaments, fake
pumpkins, etc
• Small rocks and moss for mosaics and canvas arrangements
• Wood boards (pre-cut and pre -stained)
• Plaster for sculptural designs
• Paint brushes, easels, small spatulas for mixing paint, paint palettes,
aprons
• Hot glue, water based glue
• Acrylic paints (non -toxic)
• Acrylic enamel paints (for use on glass, non -toxic)
• Scissors
• Mod Podge
• Foam (for floral arrangements)
We do not plan on using any spray paints, toxic paints, resins, varnishes,
lacquers or any other potentially harmful or hazardous chemicals and
materials.