HomeMy WebLinkAbout06/22/2000 ZBA minutes 08-2000 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
MOUNT PROSPECT ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
~ASE NO. ZBA-08-2000 Hearing Date: June 22, 2000
PETITIONER: Village of Mount Prospect
PUBLICATION DATE: June 7, 2000 and April 10, 2000 D.4ILYHERALD
REQUEST: Text Amendments to the Zoning Code Section 14.1702 and 14.311
1VIE1VIBERS PRESENT: Leo Floros
Elizabeth Luxem
Keith Youngquist
Arlene Juracek, Chairperson
ME1V[BERS ABSENT: Merrill Cotten
Richard Rogers
STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT: Michael Blue, Deputy Director of Community Development
Judy Connolly, Senior Planner
INTERESTED PARTIES: None ·
Chairperson Arlene Juracek called the meeting to order at 7:35 p.m. Minutes of the May 25, 2000 meeting were
approved. At 8:05, under Old Business, Ms. Juracek introduced Case ZBA-08-2000, a request for Text Amendments
', the Zoning Code Section 14.1702 and 14.31 I
Judy Connolly, Senior Planner, introduced the case, stating that notice had been provided in the newspaper. Ms.
Connolly said that in conjunction with the downtown redevelopment, staff has been reviewing that part of the Village
Code dealing with outside dining. The way the Code is written, outdoor dining is technically prohibited. Therefore,
staff has undertaken a text amendment to write this into the Code, as it would be a desirable addition to the district.
She pointed out that several restaurants now offer outside dining in the B-3 zoning district. They have not been a
nuisance to surrounding neighborhoods. With the amendment, a plan would need to be submitted with. the location of
the tables, distance from property line, hours of operation, and garbage pick-up consistent with our Code. The
furniture will need to be removed when not in use. Permission could be revoked with a 14 day notice. The permit
would be good for one year. Outdoor dining would be a positive attribute in the downtown and other B-3 areas. Staff
recommends approval of the Text Amendment.
Ms. Juracek said that downtown Chicago outdoor cafes have shrubbery, greens, etc., to define the dining area. She
noted provisions for such definition are not included in this ordinance and asked if the landscape ordinance take care of
those needs.
Ms. Connolly answered that if a physical battier is needed it would be recommended on a case by case basis when the
plan'is submitted.
Michael Blue, Deputy Director of Community Development, said that the idea was not to put an extra onus on the
restaurant owner. If tbere is need to require barriers, it would be required at the time of the permit.
Keith Youngquist said he is heavily involved with the Chicago caf~ ordinance requirements, which are often too
burdensome. He said he expected the owners would work with the Village if they want to offet~ this service.
· Ms. Jurac¢lc said we definitely need to attract people to ilne downtown area.
oning Board of Appeals ZBA-08-2000
Arlene Juracek, Chairperson Page 2
Leo Floros made a motion to recommend approval for a Text Amendment to Sections 14.1702 and 14.311 of the
Zoning Code. Elizabeth Luxem seconded the motion.
UPON ROLL CALL: AYES: Floros, Luxem, Youngquist, and Juracek
NAYS: None
Motion was approved 4-0. Village Board's decision is final in this case.
At 8:15 p.m., Leo Floros made motion to adjourn, seconded by Keith Youngquist. The motion was approved by a
voice vote and the meeting was adjourned.
Barbara Swiatek, P|anning Secretary
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