HomeMy WebLinkAbout5. NEW BUSINESS 5/7/02 illage of Mount Prospect
Community Development Department
MEMORANDUM
TO:
MICHAEL E. JA_NONIS, VILLAGE MANAGER
FROM:
DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DATE:
MAY 3, 2002
PZ-09-020 - MAP AMENDMENT & CONDITIONAL USE (REZONE ~
COMMERCIAL TO RESIDENTIAL & A TOWNHOME DEVELOPMENT)
1060 W. NORTHWEST HWY
NEPCO - APPLICANT
The Planning & Zoning Commission transmits their recommendation to approve a map amendment, but
rocofiJai-~flds alL'ilia] of a Conditional Use request to construct a Townhome Planned Unit Development for the property
located at 1060 W. Northwest Highway. The proposal is described in detail in the attached staff report. The
Planning & Zoning Commission heard the request at their April 25, 2002 meeting.
The Planning & Zoning Commission heard comment on and discussed the project in detail. Issues discussed
included the site's viability as a commercial property, the impact of residences along the Northwest Highway
Corridor, storm water detention for the townhomes, and the density of the townhome development. Residents of
the Northwest Meadows Homeowners Association presented their concerns pertaining to storm water
management, the impact of the townhomes on the character of their subdivision, and the masonry fence along the
perimeter of the townhome development.
After lengthy discussion, the Planning & Zoning Commission voted 4-2 to approve the proposed map
amendment to rezone the property at 1060 W. Northwest Highway from BI to R2. The P&Z voted 3-3
{effectively deny) on the Conditional Use request for a Townhome Planned Unit Development. (A super majority
vote is required for the Village Board to approve the Conditional Use request because the proposal did not receive
a positive recommendation by the Planning & Zoning Commission.)
Please forward this memorandum and attaohments to the Village Board for their review and consideratiOn at their
May 7, 2002 meeting. Staffwill be present to answer any questions related to this matter.
William J. C~ooney, Jr., I~ICP
Village of Mount Prospect
Community Development Department
MEMORANDUM
FROM:
DATE:
HEARING DATE:
SUBJECT:
PETITIONER:
STATUS OF PETITIONER:
PARCEL NUMBER:
· LOT SIZE:
ZONING:
LAND USE:
LOT 'COVERAGE:
REQUESTED AurlON:
TO: MOUNT PROSPECT PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
ARLENE JURACEK, CHAIRPERSON
JUDY CONNOLLY, AICP, SENIOR PLANNER
APRIL 18, 2002
APRIL 25, 2002
PZ-09-02 - 1060 W. NORTHWEST HIGHWAY (NEPCO, INC - APPLICANT)
MAP AMENDIvIENT (P, HZONE FROM B 1 TO 112) AND CONDITIONAL USE (PUD)
Nick Papanicholas
NEPCO, Inc.
240 E. Lincoln Street
Mount Prospect, IL 60056
Contract Purchaser
03-33-407-007
03-33-407-008
1.1 Acres
Existing: B1 Office
Proposed: R2 Attached Single Family Planned Unit Development
Existing: Commercial (medical office building)
Proposed: Town homes (seven unit town home development)
49.5% proposed
50% maximum per R2 district
1) REZONE FROM B1 TO P.2 TO CONSTKUCT SEVEN TOWN HOMES
2) CONDITIONAL USE FOP. A PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT
BACKGROUND
Proposal
The subject property consists of a medical office building and parking lot. The building and parking lot are on
two lots with a total area of 1.1 acres. The development was constructed in 1957. The petitioner, who is the
contract purchaser, would like to demoYmh the existing medical building and construct the Villas of S~wes, which
is a seven-unit town home development.
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In the attached application, the petitioner states that the proposed town home development would be fully
occupied and feels that the residential development would benefit the Village more than the semi-vacant medical
office building.
Review and Approval Process
The properties' current zoning is B1 Commercial. In order to build'the proposed town homes, the property must
be rezoned to a residential zoning district; the applicant has requested R2 Attached Single Family. Elements of
the development do not comply with zoning regulations and the petition ii seeking Conditional Use approval for a
Planned Unit Development. The proposed development will require Map Amendment and Conditional Use
approval by the Village Board, following a public heating and recommendation by the Planning and Zoning
Commission.
To conduct its analysis of the proposed Map Amendment and Conditional Use, staff reviewed the petitioner's plat
of survey, site plan, and landscape plan and visited the site.
ANALYSIS
Surrounding Zoning and Land Uses
North: R.X Single Family Residence / single family residences
South: 12 Railroad / Union Pacific Railroad tracks
East: B1 Office / Office Building
West: B1 Office / Office Building
Comprehensive Plan Designation and Zoning
The property is located along ~ state highway, on a commercial corridor. It is adjacent to office buildings and
single-family residences. The Comprehensive Land Use Map designates the subject properties as General
Commemial - Office use.
· Site Plan Review :'
There are a total of seven town homes proposed: two 2-unit buildings and one 3-unit building. The development
has a 22-foot wide central driveway (measured from edge of pavement) that provides access to/from Northwest
Highway and Dale Avenue and links the individual driveways together. The homes face 'in' towards the central
driveway and have two-car attached garages.
The development includes a five-foot masonry perimeter fence with six-foot Pillars interspersed and landscaping
on both sides of the fence. The fence is intended to screen the development from the traffic on Northwest
Highway and the landscaping on the outside of the fence is intended to soften the impact of a masonry fence and
improve the aesthetics of the commercial corridor.
Setbacks
The property has frontage on Northwest Highway and Dale Avenue. The town homes have a 30-foot setback
from Northwest Highway, a 20-foot setback from Dale Avenue, a 25-foot setback along the north lot-line, and a
20-foot setback along the east lot line. Listed below are the required setbacks for each zoning.district. The
development complies with the R2 setback requirements.
Required Setback BI 112 Proposed
Front 30-feet 30-feet 30-feet
Rear 20-feet Equal to the height of the building (23~5-feet) 25-feet
Interior 10-feet 10-feet of ½ the height of the building (11.75-feet) 20-feet
Exterior 30-feet 20-feet 20-feet
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Elevations
The enclosed elevations show that the proposed tOwn homes woUld be constructed of face brick and have stone
fireplace chimneys. The development has a combination of front-loading garages and side loading garages.
Landscape Plan
The petitioner's proposal includes a landscape plan that meets the general intent of the landscape ordinance.
However, additional landscaping on the outside of the masonry fence is ~e~ommended to minimize the impact of
the fence and to ensure that the masonry fence does not appear institutional.
Parking
The development includes two-car attached garages for each unit and three guest parking spaces. The Zoning
Ordinance requires 2 parking spaces for two bedroom dwelling units and 2.5 parking spaces for three bedroom
dwelling dnits. The development provides 17 spaces, which meets code requirements. In additinn, parking is
permitted on Northwest Highway and Dale Avenue.
Review By Other Departments
The Public Works Department reviewed the proposal to rezone the properties and had no objections to the
request. However, the development will have to meet all Village codes, Le. storm water detention, utilities, cte.
when the submittal is made for a building permit.
The Fire Prevention Bureau requires that the central driveway be posted with a 'Fire Lane - No Parking' sign,
that the development be constructed according to BOCA Building Code 1996, and that fire hydrants will be
provided as required.
The Police Department reviewed the request and had concerns that the site include adequate residential lighting.
In addition, the Crime Prevention Division recommended posting highly visible address nUmbers and did not find
· that traffic flow would be an issue at the site.
REQUIRED FllND~GS
Map Amendment Standards
The standards for Map Amendments are listed in Section 14.203.D.8.a of the Village Zun'mg Ordinance. When a
Map Amendment is proposed, the Planning and Zun'mg Commission shall make.findings based upon the evidence
presented to it in each specific case with respect to, but not limited to, the following matters:
· compatibility with existing uses and zoning classifications of property within the general area of
the property in question;
· the compatibility of the surrounding property with the permitted uses listed in the proposed
zoning classification;
* the suitability of the property in question to the uses permitted under the existing and proposed
zoning elasaifieations;
· consistency with the trend of development in the general area of the property in question, and the
objectives of the current Comprehensive Plan for the Village.
The subject parcel for the proposed Map Amendment is a medical building constructed in 1957 located in an
established commercial corridor. It is adjacent to residential and commercial uses. The proposed town homes are
of a similar use to the adjacent residential and the multi-family development one block west of the site, but are not
consistent with the immediate surrounding commercial area. Furthermore, a new office building is under
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construction at 1150 W. Northwest Highway, which is less than one block west of the subject site, which implies
that office uses are still viable along this corridor:
The essential character of the proposal has elements of the surrounding residential uses, but the town homes
would be located on a commercial corridor and the property is adjacent to commercial uses. As noted in earlier
reports, staff is in the process of updating the General Land Use l~lap in addition to completing the Northwest
Highway Corridor Plan. Ia light of recent market changes and development trends, sections of the Northwest
Highway Corridor, including the subject property will be revisited to ensue that the Land Use Map designation is
still the appropriate classification.
Planned Unit Development Standards
The standards for approving a Planned Unit Development are listed in Section 14.504 of the Village Zoning
Ordinance. The section contains specific findings that must be made in order to approve a Planned Unit
Development. These standards relate to:
· The proposed development complies with the regulations of the district or districts in which it is to be
located;
· The principal use in the proposed planned unit development is consistent with the recommendations of
the comprehensive plan of the village for the area containing the subject site;
· That the proposed planned unit development is in the public interest and is consistent with the purposes of
this zoning ordinance.
· That the streets have been designed to avoid inconvenient or unsafe access to the planned unit
development and for the surrounding neighborhood; and that the development does not create an
excessive burden on public parks, recreation areas, schools, and other public facilities which s~rve or are
proposed to serve the planned unit development.
The proposal does not meet the standards for a Map Amendment since it is not consistent with the Village's
· Comprehensive Land Use Map. However, the town homes comply with tl~¢ R2 Zoning District regulations and
the development has been designed in a manner that provides safe access to and from the development. The
development would meet the standards for approving a Planned Unit Development if the proposal met the
standards for a Map Amendment.
RECOMIVIENDATION
Based.on the above analysis, the Planning and Zoning. Commission cannot make positive findings with respect to
the standards for Map Amendments in Section 14.203.D.8.a. Therefore, Staffrecommends that the Planning and
Zoning Commission recommend that the Village Board deny the proposed Map Amendment and Conditional Use
for the property at 1060 W. Northwest Highway, Case No. PZ-0-02.
However, should P&Z members determine .that the Map Amendment request is appropriate, Staff recommends
the following conditions of approval be included as part of the P&Z's recommendation:
1. Development of the site in general conformance with the submitted site plan prepared by W-T Civil
Engineering, LLC dated March 19, 2002, but revising the landscape plan to reflect:
a. Additional landscaping alongthe exterior of the west elevation of the masonry fence;
b. Additional shade trees and evergreen plantings along the Northwest Highway frontage on the exterior of
the masonry fence.
2. The central driveway is designated as a Fire Lane-No Parking and that signs are posted in locations identified
by the Fire Marshal.
3. Addresses are posted in a highly visible manner to ensure they can be clearly seen from Northwest Highway.
4. Consolidate the Site to a one4ot subdivision.
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Approval of appropriate permits by I.D.O.T. and M.W.R.D.
Submittal of final building plans meeting all applicable Building Code and Fire Code requirements
which include but are not limited to:
· The central driveway is to be constructed in accordance with Development Code requirements (paved)
and without gates;
· Provide hydrants on-site as determined necessary by the~-Village's Fire Code, Fire Prevention Bureau,
and Public Works;
· Buildings are to constructed according to BOCA 1996 regulations;
· All construction must meet the Village's Building and Fire Codes.
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PZ-09-02 1060 W. Northwest Highway
Map Amendment - Rezone to build 7-Unit Townhome Development
VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT
· COMM .UNITY,DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT- Planning Division
100 S. Emerson Street
Mount Prospect, Illinois 60056
Phone 847-818-5328
FAX 847-818-$328
Map Amendment Request
Case Number -.
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Development Name/Address
Date of Submission
Hearing Date
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Common Address(es) (Street Number, StreeO
Site Area (Ac.) Current Zoning Proposed Zoning Total Building Sq. Ft. (Proposed)
Proposed Development and Land Use
Setbacks (Prop.) Front Rear e-,i,~¢ Side
32' o" ;2~' o"
Building He. ight Lot Coverage (%) # of Parking Spaces
~6' o" 4q.6
Tax I.D. Number or County Assigned Pin Number(s)
Legal Description (attaCh additional sheets ir necessarx)
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
Lots 19 and 20 in block 8 in Arthur T. Mcintosh & Company's North
West Meadows, being a subdivision of the east half of section 33,
township 42 north, range 11, east of the third principal meridian,
according to the plat thereof recorded April-28, 1952 as document
number 15327949 in Cook County, Illinois.
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Mount Prospect Depatanent of Community Development
lO0 South Emerson Street, Mount Prospect Illinois
Phone 847.818.5328
Fax 847.818.5329
TDD 847/392-6064
roposed Zoning Change --
Describe the Justification for the Proposed Map Amendment --
Descri'be in Detail ~e Buildings ~d Activities Proposed (a~ch additional sh~ if necessa~)
Please note that the application will not be reviewed until this petition has been fully completed and all required plans and other materials
have been satisfactorily submitted to the Planning Division. Incomplete submittals will not be accepted. It is sU'ongly suggested that the
petitioner schedule an appointment with the appropriate Village staffso that materials can be reviewed for accuracy and completeness
at the time of submittal.
In conSideration of the information contained in'his petition as well as all supporting dociimentation, 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 Mount Prospect and their agents permission to enter on the property during reasonable hours
for visual inspection of the subject property.
I hereby afru-m that all information pros, ideal herein and in all materials submitted in association with this application are true and
accurate to the besLqf my .knowledge. A , e, ~
If applicant is not property owner:.
I hereby designate the applicant to act as my agent for the purpose of seeking the Variation(s) described in this application and the
associated supporting material.
Property Owner Date
Mount Prospect DcparUnent of Community Development
100 South Emerson Street, Mount Prospect Illinois
Phone 847.818.5328
Fax 849.818.5329
TDD 847/392-6064
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Connolly, Judy
From: Mary Simon [mmusicmom@attbLcom]
Sent: Thursday, April 25, 2002 12:38 PM
To: JCONNOLL@MOUNTPROSPECT.org
Subject: rezoning/development
Dear Sir:Madam;
I am unable to attend tonight's meeting due to work. I am strongly opposed to the planned development at
the comer of Dale and Northwest Highway. There are many reasons for my opposition, but the density of the
project is what concerns me the most. The developer plans to put 7 attached homes in the amount of land that
would hold a maximum of 2 houses in this subdivision. This subdivision has minimum lot sizes (1/2 acre) to
keep the desired character.
Second, the developer has designed the.property so that all that is seen from any angle is the back of the
houses..
Third, There is a stone wall around the entire property to isolate it.
Fourth, it is too close to the residential property to the north.
Fifth, it could easily cause more flooding problems in the houses nearby.
Sixth, as the character of this property changes to accept multi-family housing, what will the village do next
to my subdivision?
Seventh, putting 7 homes on one acre will also put at least 14 vehicles in that small space. Yes, there are
garages, but not everyone uses them for cars, and some people have more than two cars per family.
Please oppose this planned development at tonight's meeting. Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
Mary Simon
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING O~
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
CASE NO. PZ-09-02
PETITIONER:
Hearing Date: April 26, 2002
Nick Papanicholas
PUBLICATION DATE:
April 10, 2002
REQUEST:
Rezone from BI to R2 to construct seven townhomes
Conditional Use for a Planned Unit Development
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Merrill Cotten
Joseph Donnelly
Leo Floros
Richard Rogers, Vice Chairperson
Matthew Sledz
Keith Youngquist
MEMBERS ABSENT:
Arlene Juracek, Chairperson
STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT: Judy Connolly, AICP, Senior Planner
INTERESTED PARTIES:
John and Kelly Dahlberg
Tim Folk
Nancy Fritz
Roy Hamish
Ron and Jean Holmes
George Johnson
Robert Judge
Kurt Kaufhold
Joseph Leone
Leo and Muriel Newhouse
Nick and Nancy Papanicholas
Jim Pesoli
Jan Ramcon
Sabaj
Domenico Safitone
Len and Ruth Salemi
Robert and Dawn Smith
Vice Chairperson Richard Rogers called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. Minutes of the March 28 meeting were
approved, with one minor correction. At 7:33, Mr. Rogers introduced Case No. PZ-09-02, a request for a Map
Amendment and a Conditional Use for a Planned Unit Development. He explained that this case would be Village
Board final.
Judy Connolly, Senior Planner, introduced the staff memorandum for the case. She stated that the subject properZy,
which totals 1.1 acre, consists of a medical office building and parking lot, built in 1957. The petitioner, who is the
contract purchaser, would like to demolish the existing building & parking lot and construct the Villas of S~vres, a
seven-unit townhome development. The petitioner states in his application that the townhomes would be fully
occupied and that the residential development would benefit the Village more than the semi-vacant medical office
building.
Ms. Connolly said that the site is currently zoned for commercial use. In order to build the town-homes, the property
must be re'zoned to a residential zoning district. The applicant has requested R2 Attached Single Family. Elements of
the development, such as the enh'y sign and masonry fence do not comply with zoning regulations and the petitioner is
Planning & Zoning Commission
Arlene Suracek, Chairperson
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seeking Conditional Use approval for a Planned Unit Development. The proposed development will require Map
Amendment and Conditional Use approval by the Village Board, following a public heating and recommendation by
the Planning and Zoning Commission. Ms. Connolly said Staff reviewed the petitioner's plat of survey, site plan,
landscape plan, and visited the site. She described the surrounding zoning and land use: to the north, single-family
residences; to the south, Union Pacific Raikoad tracks; to the east and west: office buildings. The property is located
along a state highway, on a commercial corridor. The Comprehensive Land Use Map designates the subject property
as General Commercial - Office use.
Ms. Connolly explained that there are a total of seven townhomes proposed: two 2-unit buildings and one 3-nnit
building. The development has a central driveway that provides access to/from Northwest Highway and Dale Avenue.
Also, it links the individual driveways together. The development includes a five-foot masoray perimeter fence with
six-foot pillars interspersed and landscaping on both sides of the fence. She said that the property has frontage on
Northwest Highway and Dale Avenue. The townhomes have a 30-foot setback from Northwest Highway, a 20-foot
setback from Dale Avenue, a 25-foot setback along the north lot line, and a 20-foot setback along the east lot line. The
development complies with the R2 setback and lot coverage requirements. The petitioner's elevations show that the
townhomes will be constructed of face brick and have stone fireplace chimneys. The development has a combination
of front-and side loading garages.
Ms. Connolly reported that the petitioner's proposal includes a landscape plan that meets the general intent of the
Village's landscape ordinance. However, additional landscaping on the outside of the masonry fence is recommended
to minimize the impact of the fence and to ensure that the masonry fence does not appear institutional. The
development's 2-car garages and 3 guest parking spaces meet zoning requirements for parking. There are 17 spaces
provided on-site.
Ms. Connolly relayed the comments of other Village Departments. The Public Works Department reviewed the
proposal to rezone the properties and had no objections to the request. However, the development would ha/re to meet
all Village codes, including storm water detention, before a permit can be issued. The Fire Prevention Bureau requires
that the central driveway be posted with a 'Fire Lane - No Parking' sign, that the development be constructed
according to BOCA Building Code 1996 regulations, and that fire hydrants w~..'~l be provided as required. The Police
Depa~h~tent reviewed the request and had concerns that the site include adeq0&te residential lighting. In addition, the
Crime Prevention Division recommended posting highly visible address numbers and did not find that traffic flow
would be an issue at the site.
Ms. Connolly said that in order to rezone the site, the board has to find that the request meets the standards for a Map
Amendment listed in the Zoning Ordinance. She said that the subject properties for the proposed Map Amendment are
locatod in an established commercial corridor. The site is adjacent to residential and commercial uses. The proposed
townhomes are of a similar use to the adjacent residential and the multi-family development one block west of the site,
but are not consistent with the immediate surrounding commercial area. Fu~ermore, a new office building is under
construction less than one block west of the subject site. This implies that office uses are still viable along this
corridor. Ms. Connolly said that the essential character of the townhomes have elements of the surrounding residential
uses, but the townhomes would be located on a commercial corridor and the property is adjacent to commercial uses.
Ms. Connolly said that in order to approve the townhomes, the board has to find that the Planned Unit Development
meets the standards for a Conditional Use listed in the Zoning Ordinance. She said that the proposal does not meet the
standards for a Map Amendment and that it is not consistent with the Village's Comprehensive Land Use Map.
However, the townhomes comply with the R2 Zoning District regulations and the development has been designed in a
manner that provides safe access to and from the development. The development would meet the standards for
approving a Planned Unit Development if the proposal met the standards for a Map Amendment.
Ms. Connolly said that based.on Staff's analysis, the Planning and Zoning Commission cannot make positive findings
with respect to the standards for Map Amendments. Therefore, Staff recommends that the Planning and Zoning
Commission recommend that the Village Board deny the proposed Map Amendment and Conditional Use for the
property at 1060 W. Northwest Highway, Case No. PZ-0-02. However, should the Planning & Zoning Commission
Planning & Zoning Commission
Arlene Juracek, Chairperson
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determine that the Map Amendment requeSt is appropriate, Staff recommends the following conditions of approval be
included as part of the recommendation to Village Board:
1. Development of the site in general conformance with the submitted site plan prepared by W-T Civil Engineering,
LLC dated March 19, 2002, but revising the landscape plan to reflect:
a. Additional landscaping along the exterior of the west elevation of the masorrry fence;
b. Additional shade frees and evergreen plantings along the Northwest Highway frontage on the exterior of the
masonry fence.
2. The central driveway is designated as a Fire Lane-No Parking and that signs are posted in locations identified by
the Fire Marshal.
3. Addresses are posted in a highly visible manner to ensure they can be clearly seen from Northwest Highway.
4. Consolidate the site to a one-lot subdivision.
5. Approval of appropriate permits by I.D.O.T.. and M.W.R~D.
6. Submittal of final building plans meeting all applicable Building Code and Fire Code requirements which include
but are not limited to:
· The central driveway is to be constructed in accordance with Development Code requirements (paved) and
without gates;
· Provide hydrants on-site as determined necessary by the Village's Fire Code, Fire Prevention Bureau, and
Public Works;
· Buildings are to constructed according to BOCA 1996 regulations.
Richard Rog~a~, Vice Chair, clarified that two votes would be taken for this ease: one vote to t~one the property and one vote
for the Planned Unit Development request. For discussion ~ both requests will be handled simultaneously.
.Leo Floros asked how long the building has been vacant. Ms. Counolly said there is at least one tenant on a month-to-.
month lease at present, but she did.not know how long the remainder of the building has been vacant.
Nick Papanicholas, 119 N. Stevenson, Mount Prospect was sworn in. He said that 1350, 1250, 1100, and 1060
Northwest Highway have been for lease at least 3 to 5 years. Mr. Papanich~las said that regardless of the Boards'
findings on this project, the owner of the 1060 building is shutting down June I because of economic reasons. A Real
Estate firm attempted to develop the property for over one year, but was not successful. The other commercial
buildings in the area have also experienced a high vacancy rate for many years. He said that there is a new bm~lding
being built on Northwest Highway, but there is a long-terra lease in place for that property. Mr. Papanicholas said that
office buildings are not being built on spec in the area and that most medical practices have relocated to properties in
the vicinity of hospitals.
The petitioner stated that when the 1060 parcel became available, he thought that a town.home development would
blend withthe R-X neighborhood. Mr. Papanicholas stated the units look like single-family homes and that they will
be face brick. Although there is no water retention on the property now, the new development will provide detention.
He said landscaping a very important aspect of the project and that this is a very necessary improvement to the area.
Mr. Papanicholas said he will occupy one of the units and that there are six people very interested in purchasing the
other townhomes.
Mr. Floros asked the anticipated price of the proposed townhomes. Mr. Papanicholas said they would range from
$400,000 to $450,000 and will have three bedrooms, full basements and 2-car attached garages.
Keith Youngquist asked Mr. Papanicholas how he had arrived at asking for R-2 zoning. Mr. Papanicholas said he
could have asked for R-4, which would allow up to 16 units, but arrived at the R-2 zoning request with staff's help. He
originally considered R-4 because there is site down the block zoned R-4, but reconsidered and decided on R-2.
Mr. Youngquist asked how thc storm water would be retained in a "controlled" manner and where it would leave the
property. Mr. Papanicbolas said his engineer could provide specific design details, but basically the water would leave
on the northwest comer of property with box culverts storing the water on site and a restrictor releasing water into the
Planning & Zoning Commission
Arlene luracek, Chairperson
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system. Mr. Youngquist asked if the system would be above ground and Mr. Papanicholas said the system would be
below ground where it leaves the property. Mr. Papanicholas said the engineer and architect were here to answer
questions. He said there were people in audience interested purchasing units who would like to address the Board. lie
pointed out that many people want to remain in Mount Prospect after their families are raised, but it is difficult finding
new construction in which to relocate in Mount Prospect.
Nancy Fritz, 103 MaeArthur Drive, was sworn in and testified she is the president of the Northwest Meadows
homeowners association. She said that the association met last night and had a number questions and concerns about
the project. She said that the original subdivision started with R-X zoning and most properties are a minimum Va acre
lot. The property in question was zoned commercial and is part of Northwes~ Meadows Subdivision. She said that the
homeowners association feels that the property should be rezoned as R-X to be consistent with the neighborhood. She
conveyed the members concerns regarding an increase in the amount of traffic originating from the development and
the number of children who would live there and add to the overcrowding at Fairview School. Members of the
association were also concerned that the project would create flooding problems for the neighborhood. She said that
the subdivision is on a culvert system with dry cell basins that contain their storm water runoff, Homes with
basements get water in heavy rainfall. The association is concerned with the amount of land coverage on the proposed
project and wanted to know where the water will go. Ms. Fritz said the engineering plan shows 27 sewers/drains that
will be going-into a single location of property near their neighbor, who akeady has problems with water.
Ms. Fritz also pointed out that the neighbor's driveway would be just 5' away from the proposed driveway. Neighbors
also feel that the proposed stonewall isolates the townhomes from the neighborhood and had concerns if the stonewall
would have footings or be built on a slab. Ms. Fritz added that the association members also do not like the fact that
they would view the townhomes from the back. They are concerned that the northeast comer townhome driveway is
situated so a ear driving in or out will shine lights in neighbor's bedroom window. They are also concerned with street
parking o.n Dale. In addition, the association is concerned that rezoning this property to R2 would allow for future
rezoning requests that would change the tenor of their subdivision. The group is concerned that the townhomes would
create an urban nature for Mount Prospect and the association wants to retain the rural atmosphere. Also, Mount
Prospect has limited commercial properties and that they are a better tax value than townhomes. Ms. Fritz summed up
by saying the towahomes are very attractive on paper, but do not fit the tenor o£ their subdivision. Ms. Fritz suggested
the Board hear from the neighbor most affected by this.proposal, Mr. Smith. ~'
Robert Smith, 213 N. Dale Ave., was sworn in and testified that his major concern is flooding. He said that the
property next door is higher than his propen'y and presently has grass and open space that collects water. Mr. Smith
said the townhomes look good, but he moved to his home because of the rural setting and the distance between
neighbors. He would like it to remain as it is.
Robert Judge, 1194 Hunters Ridge East, Hoffman Estates, Architect, and Roy Haraish, W.T Engineering, 39 E. Scully
Drive in Schaumburg, Engineer, were sworn in to testify. Mr. Judge said the plan must meet Village Code and
MWRD regulations, which state water cannot drain offto adjacent property. This is done by storm manholes that go
into nndergronnd box culverts, which is an underground storage drainage system. This releases ,water at a controlled
rate. Heavy rains are retained with no storm water or runoff onto the property to the north. At present, the property
probably does receive water due to "sheet drainage," which is where the water runs off with the property slope. That is
not allowed by today's codes.
Roy Hamish testified that they have done storm water calculations for the site and were submitted to the Engineering
Department of the Village. Ms. Connolly said the Engineering Division went over the plans in general and they will
come under further scrutiny should the project be approved. There is now 30% green space and the proposed project
would have 49% green space. Ms. Connolly also said Engineering has not received reports of flooding in the area.
Mr. Hamish said they would use a 2.5" resirietor and there is .29 acre-feet of storage held in oversize concrete pipes
underneath the greenspaee.
Keith Youngquist asked if the water would go into a designated storm system or a combined. Mr. Pspanicholas said
the restrictor and the drainage of the property goes underground into a storm system on Dale Avenue and eventually to
Planning & Zoning Commission
Arlene Juracek, Chairperson
PZ-09-02
Page 5
thc north. It would remain underground until it reaches the MW'RD approved system. Ms. Fritz said they had septic
tanks originally and in the 1960s a sewer system was installed and each comer of the subdivision has a holding tank
with an open grate dry cell. Mr. Papanicholas said the proposed project will not worsen any existing situation and will
in fact improve it.
Richard Rogers asked for clarification on the stonewall. Robert Judge said the stonewall would be on a foundation,
which would be below the frost line. He said that the wall will enhance the look of the property and provide privacy
for the neighbors. There will be landscaping on both sides of the 5-foot wall and will block car headlights to the north
and east sides of property.
Mr. Judge said there would be attached 2-car garages and 2 spaces in each driveway, with 3 more spaces next to unit
5. There will be no parking on Village streets except for major functions such as a graduation, etc. The central
driveway is 24' wide.
Mr. Papanicholas said snow removal, landscaping, grass cutting will be done by an association which will be set-up
when the project is completed.
Keith Youngquist asked about trash removal and Mr. Papanicholas said they would work with the Village to reach an
acceptable method.
Robert Smith stepped up to the podium again to say he did not want a driveway 5' from his house and a brick fence
blocking his driveway. He said he could not forecast parties and did not want ears parked in front of his house. He
said he wanted to put a concrete driveway 5'away from his property line years ago and it was not allowed, but now he
will have one next to his house.
Tim Folk, 402 North MacArthor, was sworn in. He said that he is a Real Estate agent and expressed concerns
regarding the setbacks between the two zoning districts. He had shown 2-3 different properties to the present tenant of
1060, who was moving because his tenancy is "on again/off again" because of the probable sale of the property. Both
of the other buildings are kept fully rented with commercial tenants, but the 1960 building has no basement and would
be .costly to renovate. He said the development was attraotive, but should be on l Y2 or 2 aoras,
Jim Pisoli, 1931 Pine Tree Drive, Arlington Heights, was sworn in. He said he is a prospective buyer of one of the
townhomes. He said 5 of the 6 prospective buyers do not have children. He said that he is the youngest buyer and that
his two sons are grown and in college. He feels this property would be asset to the area and is an eyesore, as it exists
now.
Kurt Kaufhold, 1007 W. Isabella St., said changing B-1 to R-2 does not fit into the community: He also objected to
the stonewall.
Mr. Papanicholas came forward and said they originally thought the stonewall would enhance the neighborhood, but
they were willing to eliminate the wall and work with staff to replace stonewall with landscaping. He also pointed out
that all of Northwest Highway is a mixture of residential and business;
Mr. Rogers closed the public hearing at 8:37.
Merrill Cotten asked Judy Counolly about the Village's Corridor Plans. Ms. Connolly said the Village has a plan for
Rand Road and Central Road, but not Northwest Highway. Therefore, the Land Use Map that was revised in 1996
would govern Northwest Highway.
Leo Floros asked if the condo development at 1200 Northwest Highway had been rezoned from commercial. Ms.
Connolly said it had been rezoned in 1979 and built in 1980.
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Arlene Juracclc, Chairperson Page 6
Matt Sledz said these commercial build'rags have seen their heyday and would agree to the rezoning request in this area
of mixed use. However, he has concerns about the density of this project.
Merrill Cotten asked if they allow rezoning and this project is not allowed, would it be possible for a project with more
units to be built. Mr. Rogers said the Village Board would make the final decision on the rezoning.
Joseph Dounelly asked Ms. Counolly if this was the maximum amount of units that could be built on an R-2 zoning.
Ms. Connolly said no that the R-2 district permits l0 units per acre. However, a Planned Unit Development would
need to come back before the Board for review.
Leo Floros said there is presently no consistency on Northwest Highway and to rezone this property would not set a
precedent.
Keith Youngquist said he had concerns with the tax implications ofrezoning from business to residential. He said that
the townhome development is an introverted concept and that the complex would only be seen by the back from the
Northwest Meadows subdivision. In addition, he had concerns with the restrictor and the amount of water dumping
into a ditch. He does agree that the present building is an eyesore and that it needs to be replaced, but he feels that the
zoning should remain business. He said that the townhomes would not work well in this area.
Leo Floros moved to.recommend rezoning the property at 1060 W. Northwest Highway for Case No. PZ-09-02. Keith
Youngquist seconded the motion.
UPON ROLL CALL:
Motion was approved 4-2.
AYES: Cotten, Donnelly, Floros and Sledz
NAYS: Rogers, Youngquist
Leo Floros moved to recommend the Conditional Use for the PUD for the property at 1060 W. Northwest Highway for
Case No. PZ-09-02 with the conditions stated in staff's memo and the condition that discussion regarding the stonewall
take place between staff and the developer. Joseph Dennelly seconded the mo,.on.
UPON ROLL CALL:
Motion was denied 3-3.
AYES: Cotten, Donnelly and Floros
NAYS: Rogers, Sledz and Youngquist
At 9:43 p.m., after hearing two more cases, Keith Youngquist made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Joseph
Donnelly. The motion was approved by a voice vote and the meeting was adjourned.
Barbara Swiatek, Planning Secretary
~J}d7 C~°~'a°IlY?eniCJr l~l:[uner
VILLAS OF S~VRES
4~0~2
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP
OF THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT
FOR PROPERTY COMMONLY KNOWN AS
1060 WEST NORTHWEST HIGHWAY
WHEREAS, Nick Papanicholas d/b/a NEPCO, Inc. (hereinafter referred to as "Petitioner"), has filed
an application to rezone certain property generally located at 1060 West Northwest Highway
(hereinafter referred to as "Subject Property"), and legally described as follows:
Lots 19 & 20 in Block 8 in Arthur T. Mclntosh & Company's North West Meadows, being a
Subdivision of the East % of Sec. 33, Township 42 North Range 11, East of the Third
Principal Meridian, according to the plat thereof recorded April 28, 1952 as Doc. #15327949
in Cook County, Illinois
Property Index Number(s): 03-33-407-007
03-33-407-008
and
WHEREAS, Petitioner has requested the Subject Property be rezoned from B-1 (Business Office
District) to R-2 (Attached Single Family Residence); and
WHEREAS, a Public Hearing was held on the request for rezoning being the subject of PZ Case
No. 09-02, before the Planning and Zoning Commission of the Village of Mount Prospect on the 25th
day of April, 2002, pursuant to due and proper notice thereof having been published in the Mount
Prospect Journal & Topics on the 10th day of Apdl, 2002; and
WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission has submitted its findings and recommendation
to approve the request, to the President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Mount Prospect;
and
WHEREAS, the President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Mount Prospect have considered
the request being the subject of PZ 09-02 and have determined that the best interests of the Village
of Mount Prospect would be served by granting said request.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF
THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT, (~OOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS:
SECTION ONE: The recitals set forth hereinabove are incorporated herein as findings of fact by
the President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Mount Prospect.
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1060 W. Northwest Hwy.
SECTION TWO: The Official Zoning Map of the Village of Mount Prospect, Illinois, as amended, is
hereby further amended by reclassifying the property being the subject of this Ordinance from B-1
to R-2 District.
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 day of ,2002.
ATTEST:
Gerald L. Farley
Village President
Velma W. Lowe
Village Clerk
VWL
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ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE
IN THE NATURE OF A PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT
FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1060 WEST NORTHWEST HIGHWAY
WHEREAS, Nick Papanicholas d/b/a NEPCO, Inc. (hereinafter referred to as "Petitioner"), has filed a
petition for a Conditional Use permit in the nature of a Planned Unit Development with respect to property
generally known as 1060 West Northwest Highway, (hereinafter referred to as "Subject Property"); and
WHEREAS, the Subject Property is legally described as follows:
Lots 19 & 20 in Block 8 in Arthur T. Mclntosh & Company's North West Meadows, being a
Subdivision of the East % of Sec. 33, Township 42 North Range 11, East of the Third Principal
Meridian, according to the plat thereof recorded April 28, 1952 as Doc. #15327949 in Cook
County, Illinois
Property Index Number(s): 03-33-407-007
03-33-407-008
and
WHEREAS, Petitioner desires to create a Planned Unit Development providing for the construction of a
seven-unit townhome development on the Subject Rroperty; and
WHEREAS, a Public Headng was held on the request for a Conditional Use permit, designated as
PZ Case No. 09-02, before the Planning and Zoning Commission of the Village of Mount Prospect on the
5th day of April, 2002, pursuant to due and proper notice thereof having been published in the Mount
Prospect Journal & Topics on the 10t~ day of Apdl, 2002, and
WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission has submitted its findings and negative
recommendation to the President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Mount Rrospect; and
WHEREAS, the President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Mount Prospect have given
consideration to the request herein and have determined that the same meets the standards of the Village
and that the granting of the proposed Conditional Use permit in the nature of a Planned Unit Development
would be in the best interest of the Village.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE
VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS:
SECTION ONE: That the recitals set forth hereinabove are incorporated herein as findings of fact by the
President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Mount Prospect.
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1060 W. NW Hwy
SECTION TWO: That the Conditional Use in the nature of a Planned Unit Development being the subject
of this Ordinance is subject to the following conditions:
4.
5.
6.
Development of the site in general conformance with the submitted site plan prepared by
W-T Civil Engineering, LLC, dated March 19, 2002, but revising the landscape plan to
reflect:
a. Additional landscaping along the exterior of the west elevation of the masonry
fence;
b. Additional shade trees and evergreen plantings along the Northwest Highway
frontage on the exterior of the masonry fence.
The central driveway is designated as a Fire Lane-No Parking and that signs are posted in
locations identified by the Fire Marshal.
Addresses are posted in a highly visible manner to ensure they can be cleady seen from
Northwest Highway.
Consolidate the site to a one-lot subdivision.
Approval of appropriate permits by I.D.O.T. and M.W.R.D.
Submittal of final building plans meeting all applicable Building Code and Fire Code
requirements which include but are not limited to:
· The central driveway is to be constructed in accordance with Development Code
requirements (paved) and without gates;
· Provide hydrants on-site as determined necessary by the Village's Fire Code, Fire
Prevention Bureau, and Public Works;
· Buildings shall be constructed according to BOCA 1996 regulations;
· All construction must meet the Village's Building and Fire Codes;
· The Petitioner shall work with representatives of the NorthWest Meadows
Homeowner Association to modify elements of the perimeter fence.
SECTION THREE: That the President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Mount Prospect do
hereby grant a Conditional Use permit, as provided in Section 14.203.F;7 of the Village Code, to allow a
townhome development, as depicted in the Site Plan prepared by W-T Civil Engineering, LLC, dated
March 19, 2002 (attached).
SECTION FOUR: 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
day of ,2002.
ATTEST:
Gerald L. Farley, Village President
Velma W. Lowe, Village Clerk
illage of Mount Prospect
Community Development Department
MEMORANDUM
FROM: DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ' ~ [ ~ [~)~...
DATE: MAY 3, 2002
SUBJECT: PZ-10-02 - CONDITIONAL USE (PORCH)
419 ORIOLE LANE
AARON & JULIE COON - APPLICANTS
The Planning & Zoning Commission transmits their recommendation to approve Case PZ-10-02, a request for an
unenclosed covered porch, as described in detail in the attached staffreport. The Planning & Zoning Commission
heard the request at their April 25, 2002 meeting.
The subject property is located in a single-family residential neighborhood. The porch would extend along a
portion of the house and as part of the porch project, the petitioners would replace the existing portico and bay
window. The proposed porch requires Conditional Use approval because it encroaches into the front setback.
After a brief discussion of the location of the existing trees, changes to the roof line, and building materials for the
porch floor, the Planning & Zoning Commission members voted 6-0 to recommend that the Village Board
approve a request for a Conditional Use permit for the construction of an unenclosed covered porch within 25
feet of the front property line at 419 Oriole Lane, Case No. PZ-10-02.
Please forward this memorandum and attachments to the Village Board for their review and consideration at their
May 7, 2002 meeting. Staff will be present to answer any questions related to this matter.
William J. ~oo~ey, Jr., Af/Ci)
Village of Mount Prospect
CommunitY Development Department
MEMORANDUM
FROM:
DATE:
HEARING DATE:
SUBJECT:
TO: MOUNT PROSPECT PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
ARLENE JURACEK, CHAIRPERSON
JUDY CONNOLLY, AICP, SENIOR PLANNER
APRIL 18, 2002
APRIL 25, 2002
PZ-10-02 - CONDITIONAL USE (PORCH)
419 ORIOLE LANE (COON RESIDENCE)
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
PETITIONER:
STATUS OF PETITIONER:
PARCEL NUMBER:
LOT SIZE:
EXISTING ZONING:
EXISTING LAND USE:
LOT COVERAGE:
REQUESTED ACTION:
Aaron & Julie Coon
419 Oriole Lane
Mount Prospect, IL 60056
Property Owners
03-27-316-003-0000
11,341 square feet
R1 Single Family Residence
Single Family Residence
33% existing
34% proposed
45% maximum
CONDITIONAL USE TO ALLOW CONSTRUCTION OF AN UNENCLOSED
PORCH FIVE-FEET INTO THE FRONT YARD.
BACKGROUND AND PROPOSED CONDITIONAL USE
The subject property is an existing home located on an interior lot on a single-family residential street. The home
is currently set back 31.57' from the front lot line. The applicant proposes to construct a 6.5'x18.5' unenclosed
porch along a portion of the front of the house. The proposal requires Conditional Use approval to allow the
porch to encroach into the required 30-foot front yard.
The enclosed plans show that the proposed porch would extend slightly less than half of the length of the front of
the house and encroach into the required 30-foot setback, leaving a 25-foot setback. The petitioners propose to
replace the existing portic6 and bay window and state in their application that the new porch will improve the
design of the house by simplifying the roof elements.
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Planning & Zoning Commission meeting April 25, 2002
Page 2
To conduct its analysis of the proposed Conditional Use, staff reviewed the petitioners' plat of survey and site
plan, and visited the site.
REQUIRED FINDINGS
Conditional Use Standards
The standards for Conditional Uses are listed in Section 14.203.F.8 of the Village Zoning Ordinance and includes
seven specific findings that must be made in order to approve a Conditional Use. These findings are:
· The Conditional Use will not have a detrimental effect on the public health, safety, morals, comfort or general
welfare;
The Conditional Use will not be injurious to the use, enjoyment, or value of other properties in the vicinity or
impede the orderly development of those properties;
· Adequate provision of utilities and drainage and design of access and egress to minimize congestion on
Village streets; and
· Compliance of the Conditional Use with the provisions of the Comprehensive Plan, Zoning Code, and other
Village Ordinances.
The subject parcel for the proposed Conditional Use is a 11,341 square foot parcel developed with a one-story
single family home. The applicant proposes to construct a porch that extendl into the front yard, leaving a 25-foot
setback. The encroachment of the porch into the front setback is listed as a Conditional Use in the R1 district and
the proposal meets all other zoning requirements.
The proposal would not adversely affect the character of the surrounding neighborhood, utility provision or public
streets and the proposed Conditional Use will be in compliance with the Comprehensive Plan and the Zoning
Ordinance requirements.
RECOMMEN~DATION
The proposed unenclosed porch meets the Conditional Use standards contained in Section 14.203.F.8 of the
Zoning Ordinance. Based on these findings, Staff recommends that the Planning & Zoning Commission make a
recommendation to the Village Board to approve a Conditional Use for a covered, unenclosed pomh to encroach
into the required fi'ont setback for the residence at 419 Oriole Lane, Case No. PZ-10-02. The Village Board's
decision is final for this case. ':'
I concuT:
William J{ Cooney, AICP, Director of Community
Development
Lane
Albion Lane
Larkdale
906
Kensington Road
PZ-10-02 419 Oriole Lane (Coon Residence)
ConditiOnal Use - Porch in the Front Setback
VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT- Planning Division
100 S. Emerson Street
Mount Prospect, Illinois 60056
Phone 847.818.5328
FAX 847.818.5329
Application for Conditional Use Approval
Case Number
P&Z
Development Name/Address
Date of Submission
Hearing Date
Address(es) (Street Number, Street)
+lq omoue.
Site Area (Acres) I Property Zoning Total Building Sq. Ft. (Site)
Setbacks:
Front Rear Side Side
Building Height Lot Coverage (%) Number of Parking Spaces
Adjacent Land Uses:
Tax I.D, Number or County Assigned Pin Number(s)
Legal Description (attach additional sheets if neeeesax3,)
Name Telephone (day)
Co.ration Telephone (even~g)
S~et Ad.ess F~
CiW State Zip C~e Pager
Interest ~ Pro~
Name Telephone (day)
Co~omtion Telephone (even~g)
S~eet Ad.ess F~:
C~ State Zip Code Pager
Develo~r
Nme Telephone (day)
Ad.ss F~
Atto~ey
N~e ~ . Telephone (day)
Su~eyor
Nme Telephone (day)
Ad.ess F~
Nme Telephone (~y)
Ad~e~ F~
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Archit~t
Nme ~ Telephone (day):
Ad~ F~
~andsca~ Architect
Nme Telephone (day):
Ad~ F~
Mount Prospect Department of Community Development
100 South Emerson Street, Mount Prospect Illinois
www.mountprospect.org
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Phone 847.818.5328
Fax 847.818.5329
TDD 847.392.6064
Proposed Conditional Use (as liSted in the ZOning district)
Describe in Detail the Buildings and Activities PropOsed and How the prOposed Use Meets the Attached Standards for
Conditional Use Approval (attach additional sheets if necessary)
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I-Iou~ o~ ~eration
Address(es) (Street Number, Street)
~ Site Area (Acres) Property Zoning I Total Building Sq. Ft. rsite) [ Sq. Ft. Devoted to Proposed Use
Front Rear Side Side
Building Height Lot Coverage (%) Number of Parking Spaces
Please note that the application will not be reviewed until this petition has been fully completed and all required plans and other materials
have been satisfactorily submitted to the Planning Division. Incomplete submittals will not be accepted. It is strongly suggested that the
petitioner schedule an appointment with the appropriate Village staff so that materials can be reviewed for accuracy and completeness at the
time of submittal.
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 authorlzedrepresentativeoftheowneroftheproperty. The petitioner and the owner ofthe
property grant employees of the Village of Mount Prospect and their agents permission to enter on the property during reasonable hours for
visual inspection of the subject property.
I hereby affirm that all information provided herein and in all materials submitted in association with this application are U-ue and
accurate to the best of my knowledge.
Applicant ~ Date b4A~644 ~Y~/ ZtSC'7-,
If applicant is not property owner:
I hereby designate the applicant to act as my agent for the purpose of seeking the Variation(s) described in this application and the
associated supporting material.
Property Owner Date
Mount Prospect Department of Community Development
t00 South Emerson Street, Mount Prospect Illinois
www.mountprospect.org
Phone 847.818.5328
Fax 847.818.5329
TDD 847.392.6064
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
CASE NO. PZ-10-02
PETITIONER:
Hearing Date: April 26, 2002
Aaron Coon
419 Oriole Lane
PUBLICATION DATE:
Apdll0,2002
REQUEST:
Conditional Use to allow construction of an unenclosed porch five feet into
the front-yard setback.
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Merrill Cotten
Joseph Donnelly
Leo Floros
Richard Rogers, Vice Chairperson
Matthew Sledz
Keith Youngquist
MEMBERS ABSENT:
Arlene Juracek, Chairperson
STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT: Judy Connolly, AICP, Senior Planner
INTERESTED PARTIES: Aaron and Julie Coon
Vice Chairperson Richard Rogers called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. Minutes of the March 28 meeting were
approved, with one minor correction. At 9:04, after hearing another case, Mr. Rogers introduced Case No. PZ-10-02, a
request for a Conditional Use for an unenclosed porch to encroach 5' into the front yard setback at 4t9 Oriole Lane.
He explained that this case would be Village Board final.
Judy Cormolly, Senior Planner, introduced the case. She said the subject property is an existing home located on an
interior lot on a single-family residential street. The home is currently set back 31.57' from the front lot line. The
applicant proposes to construct an unenclosed porch along a portion of the front of the house. The proposal requires
Conditional Use approval because the pomh will encroach into the required 30-foot front yard and create a 25-foot
setback. As part of the project, the petitioners will replace the existing portico and bay window. They stated in their
application .that the new porch will improve the design of the house by simplifying the roof elements. Ms. Connolly
said that, in order to approve the Conditional Use, the request must meet the standards listed'in the Zoning Ordinance.
Ms. Connolly said Sta. ffreviewed the petitioners' plat of survey and site plan, and visited the site. The subject parccq is
an 11,341 square foot parcel developed with a one-story single family home. The applicant proposes to construct a
porch that extends into the front yard, leaving a 25-foot setback. The encroachment of the porch into the front setback
is listed as a Conditional Use in the R1 district and the proposal meets all other zoning requirements. The proposal
would not adversely affect the character of the surrounding neighborhood, utility provision or public streets, and the
proposed Conditional Use will be in compliance with the Comprehensive Plan and the Zoning Ordinance
requirements.
Ms. Connolly reported that, based on these findings, Staffrecommends that the Planning & Zoning Commission make
a recommendation to the Village Board to approve a Conditional Use for a covered, unenclosed porch to encroach into
the required front setback for the residence at 419 Oriole Lane, Case No. PZ-10-02. The Village Board'g decision is
final for this case.
Mr. Rogers asked if the petitioner knew he would not be allowed to enclose the porch if his request was granted.
Aaron Coon, 419 Oriole Lane, was sworn in and testified that he was aware he would not be allowed to .enclose the
porch and stated that he would not want the porch enclosed. He said he felt the addition would improve the took of the
lanning & Zoning Commission
Arlene Juracek, Chairperson
PZ-10-02
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house. He plans to remove two minor roof elements and add one roof element with the remodeling. He said the
unenclosed porch would extend 30" beyond the current concrete stoop. He stated that this was not a large porch and
that it would fit in with the style of the house.
Mr. Rogers asked about the construction of the porch. Mr. Coon said it would be a raised deck, 12" to grade. It would
be cedar tongue and groove and would not have ¼" gaps like most decks. This would be a historic type floor porch
Surface, not a concrete slab.
Mr. Floros asked how wide the house was and how wide the porch was. Mr. Coon said the house was 40' wide and
that the porch would extend across the front of the house 19'.
Commission members complimented Mr. Coon on his easel presentation of his proposed project.
Mr. Rogers closed the public hearing at 9: I0.
Merrill Cotten moved to recommend allowing a Conditional Use for a porch to encroach 5' into the front yard setback
at 419 Oriole Lane, Case No. PZ-10-02. Keith Youngquist seconded the motion.
UPON ROLL CALL:
Motion was approved 6-0.
AYES: Cotten, Donnelly, Floros, Rogers, Sledz and Youngquist
NAYS:
At 9:43 p.m., after hearing another case, Keith Youngquist made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Joseph Donnelly.
The motion was approved by a voice vote and the meeting was adjourned.
l~'arbara Swiatek, I/la~nning Secretary
PLAT OF SURVEY
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SOUTHWEST i/4 OF SECTION 2?, TOWNSHIP 42 NORTH, RANGE l! EAST OF THE THIRD
PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS,
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ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 419 ORIOLE LANE
WHEREAS, Aaron and Julie Coon (hereinafter referred to as "Petitioners") have filed a
petition for a Conditional Use permit with respect to property located at 419 Oriole Lane
(hereinafter referred to as the "Subject Property"), and legally described as follows:
Lot 3 in Block 9 in Prospect Meadows, a Subdivision of the West ~ of the SW ¼ of
Sec. 27, Township 42 North, Range 11 East of the Third Principal Meridian, in
Cook County, Illinois
Property Index Number: 03-27-316-003-000
and
WHEREAS, the Petitioners seek a Conditional Use permit to construct an unenclosed
porch encroaching five feet (5') into the required front yard setback; and
WHEREAS, a Public Hearing was held on the request for Conditional Use permit being the
subject of PZ Case No. 10-02 before the Planning and Zoning Commission of the Village
of Mount Prospect on the 25th day of April, 2002, pursuant to proper legal notice having
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been published in the Mount Prospect Journal & Topics on the 10 day of April, 2002; and
WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission has submitted its findings and
recommendations to the President and Board of Trustees in support o~the request being
the subject of PZ 10-02; and
WHEREAS, the President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Mount Prospect have
given consideration to the request herein and have determined that the same meets the
standards of the Village and that the granting of the proposed Conditional Use would be in
the best interest of the Village.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF
TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT, COOK cOUNTy, ILLINOIS:
SECTION ONE: The recitals set forth hereinabove are incorporated as findings of fact by
the President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Mount Prospect.
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419 Oriole Lane
SECTION TWO: The President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Mount Prospect do
hereby grant a Conditional Use permit, as provided for in Section 14.203.F.7 of the Village
Code, to allow the construction of an unenclosed porch encroaching five feet (5') into the
required front yard setback, as shown on the Site Plan, a copy of which is attached hereto
and hereby made a part hereof as Exhibit "A."
SECTION THREE: That the Village Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to record a
certified copy of this Ordinance with the Recorder of Deeds of Cook County.
SECTION FOUR: 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 andAPPROVEDthis
day of ,2002.
ATTEST:
Gerald L. Farley
Village President
Velma W. Lowe
Village Clerk
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illage of Mount Prospect
Community Development Department
MEMORANDUM
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
SUBJECT:
MICHAEL E. JANONIS, VILLAGE MANAGER
DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
MAY 3, 2002
PZ-11-02 - VARIATION (SIZE & LOCATION OF A GARAGE)
306 N. OWEN
LAWRENCE PEZEN- APPLICANT
The Planning & Zoning Commission denied the petitioner's request to allow a 770 square foot garage to be
located 2.2-feet from the side property line, as described in the attached staff report. The petitioner is appealing
the Planning & Zoning Commission's decision, which was made at the Planning & Zoning Commission's April
25, 2002 meeting.
The subject property is located in a single-family residential neighborhood. The applicant constructed an 1 i'x22'
addition to the existing 22'x24' garage without obtaining a permit and increased the size of the garage to 770
square feet, In addition, the new section of the garage is required to maintain a five-foot side setback. However,
it is located 2.2-feet from the lot line.
The Planning & Zoning Commission had a lengthy discussion regarding the maximum size of accesso~
structures, the need for obtaining Building Permits before starting a project, and the petitioner's alternatives to
create storage space while meeting zoning regulations. The Planning & Zoning Commission members voted 6-0
to deny the petitioner's request for a 770 square foot garage located 2.2-feet from the side lot line for the propc~y
at 306 N. Owen Street, Case No. PZ-11-02. The petitioner is appealing the P&Z's decision to the Village Board.
Please forward this memorandum and attachments to the Village Board for their review and consideration at their
May 7, 2002 meeting. Staff will be present to answer any questions related to this matter.
William ~. Coon~eff, Jr.,~A. ICP
Village of Mount Prospect
Community Development Department
MEMORANDUM
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
HEARING DATE:
SUBJECT:
MOUNT PROSPECT PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
ARLENE JURACEK, CHAIRPERSON
JIJDY CONNOLLY, AICP, SENIOR PLANNER
APRIL 18, 2002
APRIL 25, 2002
PZ-11-02 - VARIATIONS: 1) SIZE OF THE GARAGE; 2) SIDE YARD SETBACK
306 N. OWEN STREET (PEZEN RESIDENCE)
BACKGROUND INFO~TION
PETITIONER:
Lawrence E. Pezen, Jr.
306 N. Owen Street
Mount Prospect, 1L 60056
STATUS OF PETITIONER:
PARCEL NUMBER:
LOT SIZE:
EXISTING ZONING:
EXISTING LAND USE:
LOT COVERAGE:
REQUESTED ACTION:
BACKGROUND
Property Owner
03-34-418-017-0000
8,714 square feet
PA. Single Family Residence
Single Family Residence
39.4% existing (includes addition to the garage)
50% maximum per RI district
VARIATIONS TO ALLOW A 770 SQUARE FOOT GARAGE WITH A 2.2-
FOOT SETBACK.
The subject property includes an existing-home and detached garage located on a single-family residential street.
During an inspection for a new fence, a Village inspector noted that the petitioner was in the process of
constructing an addition to the existing garage, but did not have a permit. The petitioner applied for a permit and
during the review process, staff noted that the addition to the garage increased the size of the garage to 770 square
feet, which is larger than the 672 sq. f~. maximum size permitted by the Zoning Ordinance, and that the addition
to the garage did not comply with the five-foot minimum side yard setback. The petitioner is seeldng a variation
for the size and location of the structure.
In the attached application, the petitioner states that the grade changes to the property have caused water to pool in
the rear of the property. The petitioner states that recently water has come up almost 24-feet from the rear
property line. Consequently, structures cannot be placed in the rear yard without impacting the drainage flow.
To conduct its analysis of the requested Variations, staff reviewed the petitioner's plat of survey and site plan, and
visited the site after the addition to the garage was constructed.
Z~ 11-02
Planning & Zoning Meeting April 25, 2002
Page 2
REQUIRED FINDINGS
Variation Standards
Required findings for all variations are contained in Section 14.203.C.9 of the Village of Mount Prospect Zoning
Code. The section contains seven specific findings that must be made in order to approve a variation. These
standards relate to:
A hardship due to the physical surroundings, shape, or topographical conditions of a specific property not
generally applicable to other properties in the same zoning district and not created by any person presently
having an interest in the property;
lack of desire to increase financial gain; and
protection of the public welfare, other property, and neighborhood character.
The subject parcel measures 8,714 square feet. It is rectangular shaped and is not located in a flood zone. The
Engineering Division does not have a record of the drainage problems referenced in the petitioner's application.
The parcel is developed with a single family home and a detached garage. The applicant constructed an 11'x22'
addition to the existing 22'x24' garage without obtaining a permit. The addition extends the width of the existing
garage, which has a 2.2-foot side yard setback. Current code requires a five-foot setback, and although the garage
is a legal non-conforming s~'ucture, the addition to it does not comply with Sec. 14.402.B of the Zoning
Ordinance. This section of the code states that a nonconforming structure may be enlarged, maintained, repaired
or altered as long as the nonconformity is not increased or an additional nonconformity is created. The location of
the addition to the garage increases the amount of the nonconforming setback and is required to maintain a five-
foot setback.
While the addition to the garage cannot be seen from the curb, it is almost 15% larger than the maximum size
allowed by the Zoning Ordinance. (The 242 square foot addition to the garage increases the size of the garage to
770 square feet; the original structure was 528 sq.ft.). The Zoning Ordinance was amended last summer to
increase the size of detached garages from 600 square feet to 672 square feet. The petitioner's request does not
meet the standards for a variation listed in the zoning ordinance.
As part of the review, staffnoted that the petitioner is permitted up to 50% impervious lot coverage and currently
has 39.4% lot coverage. If the purpose of the addition is to create a storage area, then the petitioner has the
alternative of constructing a t44 square foot addition to the garage and installing a 120 square foot shed. An
addition (6'x2'4') to the garage along its north wall would not impact the side yard setback nonconformity. The
new shed could be located closer to the house, out of any water drainage areas, and the petitioner would have
slightly more storage space (264 square feet vs. the existing 242 sq. ft.) and comply with zoning regulations.
RECOMMENDATION
Although the requested variations are unlikely to have a detrimental effect on neighborhood character, the request
fails to support a finding of hardship, as required by the Variation standards in Section 14.203:C.9 of the Zoning
Ordinance. Based on these findings, Staff recommends that the Planning & Zoning Commission deny the
Variations to permit a 770 square foot garage to be located 2.2-feet from the side yard for the residence at 306 N.
Owen Street, Case No. PZ-11-02. The Planning & Zoning Commission's decision is final for this case.
I concur:
William/J. C y, P, Director of Community Development
Mount Prospect Planning & Zoning Commision
Reply to case #PZ-11-02
There is an established garage on the property which was built
in compliance to the .previous zoning ordinance.
If the petitioner wants an oversized garage, it should be built to
the current zoning ordinance and not added as an addition to the
rear of the present building.
Proper gutterinstallation and drainage into the petitioners own
yard should be established and required.
[name & address withheld by request of author]
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PZ-11-02 306 N. Owen (Pezen Residence)
Variation for an Oversized Garage
VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT - planning Division
100 s. Emerson Street
Mount Prospect, Illinois 60056
Phone 847.818.5328
FAX 847,818.5329
Variation Request
The Planning & Zoning Commission has final administrative ;iuthority for all petitions for fence variations
and those variation requests that do not exceed twenty-five (25%) of a requirement stipulated by the Village's
Zoning Ordinance.
PETITION FOR PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION REVIEW O Village Board Finalo P&Z Final
Case Number
PZ - - 02
Development Name/Address
Date of Submission
Hearing Date
Common Address{es) (Stree~ Number, Street)
Tax I.D. Number or County Assigned Pin Number(s) '
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Name Telephone (day)
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Name Telephone (day)
Address Fax
A~omey
Name Tel~hone (day)
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S~eyor
Name Telephone (day)
Ad.ess Fax
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Name Telephone (day)
Arc~tect
Name Telephone (day):
Ad.ess Fax
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Name Telephone (day):
Ad&ess Fax
Phone 847.818.5328
Fax 847.818.5329
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Mount Prospect Department of Community Development
100 South Emerson Street, Mount Prospect Illinois, 60056
ode Section(s) for which Variation(s) is (are) Requested
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Summary and Justification for Requested Variation(s), Relate Justification to the Attached Standards for Variations
Please note ~t ~e application MI1 not be accepted ~fil ~s petition has been ~lly co~leted and ail req~ed plans ~d o~er mten ~Is
~ve been satishctofil7 subdued to ~e Plamg Division. It is s~ongly suggested ~at ~e petitioner schedule an appobment ~ ~e
appmphate Village smffso ~at ~tefials can be reviewed for acc~acy and completeness prior to sub~al.
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 Mount Prospect and their agents permission to enter on the property during reasonable hours for
visual inspection of the subject property.
I hereby affn-m that all information provided herein and in all materials submitted in association with tl~.s application are true and
accurate to ¢ ?/%
the be~ of my knowledge. . .
If applicant is not property owner:
I hereby designate the applicant to act as my agent for the purpose of seeking the Variation(s) described in this application and the
associated supporting material.
Property Owner Date
Mount Prospect Department of Community Development
100 South Emerson Street, Mount Prospect Illinois, 60056
Phone 847.818.5328
Fax 847.818.5329
TDD 847.392.6064
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
CASE NO. PZ-11-02
PETITIONER:
Hearing Date: April 26, 2002
Lawrence E. Pezen, Jr.
306 N. Owen St.
PUBLICATION DATE:
April 10, 2002
REQUEST:
Variations to allow a 770 square foot garage with a 2.2-foot setback
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Merrill Cotten
Joseph Donnelly
Leo Floros
Richard Rogers, Vice Chairperson
Matthew Sledz
Keith Youngquist
MEMBERS ABSENT:
Arlene Juracek, Chairperson
STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT: Judy Connolly, AICP, Senior Planner
,INTERESTED PARTIES:
Lawrence and Pat Pezen
~ice Chairperson R/chard Rogers called the meeting .to order at 7:30 ~.m. Minutes of the March 28 meeting were
approved, with one minor correction. At 9:12, after hearing two cases, Mr. Rogers introduced Case No. PZ-tl-02, a
request for Variations to allow an oversized garage and for the Side-yard setback. He explained that th/s case would be
Planning & Zoning Commission final.
Judy Connol!y, Senior Planner, introduced staff's memorandum for the case. She reported the subject property
includes an existing home and an existing detached garage located on a single-family residential street. The petitioner
added to the existing garage and increased the size of the garage to 770 square feet. The modification was done
without a permit-and the petitioner is seeking a variation for the size and location of the addition. The existing garage
is located a little more than 2-feet from the side property line. It is a legal nonconformity. However, the addition to
the garage is required to have a 5-foot setback. Also, the size exceeds the maximum 672 square feet permitted by the
Zoning Ordinance. The petitioner stated in his application that structures cannot be placed -in the rear yard w/thout
impacting drainage flow and that water has come up almost 24-feet from -the rear property line recently. In order to
approve the variations, the commission has to find that the request meets the standards listed in the Zoning Ordinance.
Ms. Connolty said that Staff reviewed the petitioners' plat of survey, site plan, visited the site, and found that the
subject property is rectangular shaped and it's .not in a flood zone. The applicant constructed an 11'x22' addition to
the existing 22'x24' garage without obtaining a permit. Current code requires a five-foot setback, and limits the size
of the garage ~o 6-72 square feet. While the addition to the garage cannot be seen from the street, the garage is almost
15% larger than the maximum size allowed by 'the Zoning Ordinance. The petitioner's request does not meet the
standards for a variation listed in the zoning ordinance.
Ms. Connolly said that as part of the review, staff noted that the petitioner is permitted up to 50% impervious lot
coverage and currently has 39.4% lot coverage. She said that if the purpose of the addition is to create a storage area,
then the petitioner has the alternative of constructing a smaller addition to the garage and installing a shed. She said
that an addition to the garage along its north wall would not impact the side yard setback nonconformity. The new
shed could be located closer t? the house, out of any water drainage areas, and the petitioner would have slightly more
storage space, while complying with zoning regulations.
Ms. Connolly noted that although the requested variations are unlikely to have a detrimental effect on neighborhood
character, the request fails to support a finding of hardship, as required by the Zoning Ordinance. Based on these
Planning & Zoning Commission
Arlene Juracek, Chairperson
PZ- 11-02
Page 2
findings, Staff recommends that the Planning & Zoning Commission deny the Variations to permit a 770 square foot
garage to be located 2.2-feet from the side yard for the residence at 306 N. Owen Street, Case No. PZ-11-02. The
Planning & Zoning Commission's decision is final for this case.
Richard Rogers asked if the work had been stopped because of not having a permit. Ms. Connolly said yes that this addition
was discovered when building inspectors were inspecting another project, which had a permit. Mr. Pezen then applied for a
permit, but staff denied it because the project did not meet zoning regulations. She said that the permit would be issued if the
Commission approves the Variations and that the Building Inspectors will inspect the work.
Merrill Cotten asked about the status of the construction. Ms. Connolly said that the petitioner has finished a significant
amount of the project and is here to answer specific questions about the project.
Lawrence E. Pezen, Jr., was sworn in and testified.that two sides and the roof were completed. Mr. Pezen stated that when
they moved into the house in 1977 it had been a rental property with no improvements done since it had been built. Mr.
Pezen said he has improved the property since he moved in by adding the garage to its current 528 s.f. size, erecting a privacy
fence, installing a new furnace/AC. He said that he obtained permits for the other projects and said he made a huge mistake
starting the construction to increase his garage to 770 s.f.. Mr. Pezen says the 528 s.f. is the only part that can be called a
garage because the rear enclosure is only 6-I/2' high, not tall enough for cars, and it cannot be seen from the street. He stated
that.he has a 5' privacy fence around yard and that the neighbor has tall landscaping at the south side. He said that he will not
park his vehicles, which are SUVs, in the addition and that there is no record of water problems with Engineering because he
never reported any. Mr. Pezen said the two structures he currently has add up to 770 s.f. (528 +242 = 770). He said that.he
would have more lot coverage and less green space if he were to increase the garage to an allowable 144 s.f. and build another
120 s.f. shed. Mr. Pezen referred to several other Village meetings fi.om which he inferred that the garage and shed
restrictions would be increased. Ms. Connolly clarified that he must meet current codes with any construction he is
undemldng now.
Mr. Pezen also said he did not understand the significance of the 5-foot setbacks because all garages are uniformly setback in
his neighborhood and the area is usually used for storage. He said he did not think that his neighbors object to his project and
it is unlikdy to have a detrimental effect on the neighborhood.
Mr. Rogers acknowledged the petitioner's admission that not Obtaining a permit was a m/stake. He asked the P&Z members
if they had questions for Mr. Pezen.
Matthew Sledz asked about access to the storage area. Mr. Pezen said it is ~hrough a double bi-fold door inside the garage and
would have no outside access. Mrl Sledz asked who built the original garage and when. Mr. Pezen said a contractor built it in
1980 and that it replaced a 1-1/2 car garage. He said that there was a garage permit issued at the time. Mr. Sledz asked Ms.
Connolly why the garage did not have a 5' setback if it was perm/tted. Ms. Connolly said she did not know the required
setback in 1980.
Joseph Donnelly asked if requirements to be a shed would'be met if the garage were separated into two structures. Ms.
Connolly said a 3' separation between the structures is required.
Keith Youngquist noted that the petitioner added a garage in the I980s and an addition to his house in' 81 with .l~m/ts, but he
did not get a_permit for this project. Mr. Youngquist said he had concerns with that since Mr. Pezen's actions could be
interpreted to intentionally disregard Village regulations. Mr. Youngquist said the petitioner could pull a permit to add 144
s.f. to'his garage, bringing it up to the allowable 672 s.f., or build 120 s.f. shed. Mr. Youngquist said that was ail he could
support. Mr. Youngquist empathized with the fact that Mr. Pezen akeady poured concrete and built the structure. However,
he created his own problem. Mr. Youngqulst said he cannot support an original home of 850 s.f. having a garage the same
size.
Richard Rogers said he could do a t2'x12' addition and that the Commission is stringent about the 672 s:f. lim/t, which was
just increased bom 600 s.f. a few months ago.
lanning & Zoning Commission PZ-11~02
Arlene Juracek, Chairperson Page 3
Mr. Rogers closed the public hearing at 9:41.
Joseph Donnelly moved to grant a Variation for an oversized, 770 s.f. garage at 306 N. Owen Street, Case No. PZ-I 1-
02. Merrill Cotten seconded the motion.
UPON ROLL CALL:
Motion was disapproved 6-0.
AYES: None
NAYS: Cotten, Donnelly, Floros, Rogers, Sledz and Youngquist
Joseph Donnelly moved to grant a Variation to allow a 2'2" side-yard setback at 306 N. Owen Street, Case No. PZ-11-
02. Keith Youngquist seconded the motion.
UPON ROLL CALL:
Motion was disapproved 6-0.
AYES: None
NAYS: Cotten, Dormelly, Floros, Rogers, Sledz and Youngquist
At 9:43 p.m., Keith Youngquist made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Joseph Donnelly. The motion was approved
by a voice vote and the meeting was adjourned.
Barbara Swiatek, Planning Secretary
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onnoll¥, Judy
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Pat Hettinger [path@leesmkt.com]
Tuesday, April 23, 2002 9:35 AM
'jconnoll@mountprospect org'
Variance CASE PZ- 11-02 for Lawrence Pezen, 306 N. Owen
Dear Ms. Connoll,
We are e-mailing you today to let you know that we are next door neighbors of Lawrence
Pezen, and have NO OBJECTION to the variation he is seeking from the village, and hope you
allow him his request. Thank you.
Mr. & Mrs. Harry Hettinger
VWL
5/1/02
5~2~02
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE GRANTING VARIATIONS FOR PROPERTY
LOCATEDAT306NORTH OWEN STREET
WHEREAS, Lawrence Pezen (heCeinafter referred to as "Petitioner") has filed a
petition for Variations with respect to property located at 306 North Owen Street
(hereinafter referred to as the "Subject Property") and legally described as follows:
Lot 7 in Block 3 in Bluett's Subdivision of part of the N. ~ of the SE ¼ of Sec.
34, Township 42 North, Range 11 E. of the Third Principal Meridian,
in Cook County, Illinois
Property Index Number: 03-34-418-017-000
and
WHEREAS, the Petitioner seeks Variations to construct a 770 square-foot garage,
which exceeds the maximum size limit of 672 square feet, with a 2.8 foot
encroachment into the five-foot minimum side yard setback allowed by the Mount
Prospect Village Code; and
WHEREAS, a Public Hearing was held on the request for Variations being the subject
of PZ Case No. 11-02 before the Planning and Zoning Commission of the Village of
Mount Prospect on the 25 day of April, 2002, pursuant to proper legal notice having
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been published in the Mount Prospect Journal & Topicson the 10 dayofApril, 2002;
and
WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission has submitted its findings and
negative recommendation to the President and Board of Trustees, with respect to
PZ Case No. 11-02; and
WHEREAS, the President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Mount Prospect
have considered the request herein and the required majority vote have determined
that the same meets the standards of the Village and that the granting of the
proposed Variations would be in the best interest of the Village.
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306 N. Owen Street
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF
TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT, COOK COUNTY,
ILLINOIS:
SECTION ONE: The recitals set forth hereinabove are incorporated as findings of
fact by the President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Mount Prospect.
SECTION TWO: The President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Mount
Prospect do hereby grant Variations, as provided in Section 14.203.C.8 of the Village
Code, to allow the construction of a 770 square-foot garage with a 2.2 foot side yard
setback, as shown on the Site Plan, a copy of which is attached hereto and hereby
made a part hereof as Exhibit "A."
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
day of ,2002.
ATTEST:
Gerald L. Farley
Mayor
Velma W. Lowe
Village Clerk
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DATE:
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Michael E. Janonis, Village Manager
Village of Mount Prospect
Everette M. Hill, Jr.
May 2, 2002
Elimination of Duplicative Code Sections
I have tendered, for the Board's consideration, an ordinance deleting Article IV
"Fireworks Discharge; Explosives" from Chapter 23 of our Village Code. The reason is that
precisely the same language is found in Chapter 24 of our Code. This ordinance will
eliminate the duplication.
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ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 24
OF THE THE VILLAGE CODE OF MOUNT PROSPECT
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF
MOUNT PROSPECT, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS:
SECTION 1: Article IV, "Fireworks Discharge; Explosives" of Chapter 24, "Fire Prevention Code"
of the Vii[age Code of Mount Prospect shall be amended by deleting Article IV in its entirety.
SECTION 2: Article IV of Chapter 24 shall be reserved.
SECTION 3: That 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 lawl
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
PASSED and APPROVED this day of ,2002.
ATTEST:
Gerald L. Farley
Village President
Velma W. Lowe
Village Clerk
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MEMORANDUM
Michael E. Janonis, Village Manager
Village of Mount Prospect
Everette M. Hill, Jr.
May 2, 2002
New Development Code
Rinda Y. Allison
Thnn~s M. Melody
Lance C. Mallna
Kat~leen T. Henno
John R. Wiktor
George A. Wagnem
lames G. Wargo
Suzanne M. Fitch
Michael A. Marts
The staff is requesting that the Board waive the secopd reading of the ordinance
adopting the new Development Code and its ancillary provisio~ns as prepared by the Village
staff. Since there have been no substantive changes since the last Village Board review and
since the document is 250 pages, the staff has not attached the Ordinance to this Memo.
If any Board member wishes to review the ordinance, it is available from the Clerk's
office or from my secretary, Holly. The only change that I have currently made to the staff
draft is to cite all fees, bonds and penalties to the appropriate section of Appendix A, our fee,
bond and penalty schedule. Because of the importance of adopting these critical revisions in
a timely fashion (to use them for this permit season), my notations are handwritten on the
staff draft. Bear in mind that these notations are not substantive, they are only made for the
purpose of assudng that the new provisions track with our current Appendix A. The Mayor will
have a clean execution original that properly incorporates my notations.
At such time as the new chapters and section designations have been completely
incorporated into our Appendix A, I will once again tender the Development Code to the
Village Board for reapproval with those new designations.
I apologize for requesting this two step process, but it will enable the staff to begin
implementing the new Code immediately.
Mount Prospect Public Works Department
INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM
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VILLAGE MANAGER MICHAEL E. JANONIS
PROJECT ENGINEER CHUCK LINDELQF
MAY 1,2002
PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT CODE MODIFICATIONS
BACKGROUND
In 1998 several problems were identified in the process in place to review and approve
building permits. Not only was the process lengthy and confusing for the applicant, but the
Code itseff made applying and enforcing Village Ordinances difficult. In response to these
problems, the Village Board has directed Staff to reexamine the entire construction process
from. initial application through final-acceptance..To fulfill this directi~ve, the following
actions have been taken: .-
- The position of "Plans Examiner" was created in order to better manage the permit
process, and provide better and quicker response to applicants. This also
eliminated the need for a sign-off by Public Works on most "walk-thru" permits,
thereby allowing them to be processed solely at Village Hall.
- An additional Project Engineer was hired to better distribute the workload amongst
Staff in order to reduce the permit review time.
In addition to those actions listed above, in 1999, Staff began the task o~' reevaluating the
Chapter 16 of the Village Ordinances, better known as the "Development Code". The
"Development Code" governs site related development and construction standards.
Modifications have been made to Chapter 16 as well as other chapters of the Code as the
nature of development has changed over the years from open land development to infilling
and downtown redevelopment projects. These intermittent code modifications have been
difficult to apply to the various types of development projects we see on a daily basis for
a variety of reasons, including but not limited to confusing organization, vague
improvement requirements, and conflicting or out of date construction standards.
The first step in improving the Development Code was taken last June when the first Code
modifications were presented to the Village Board. These changes defined the scopes of
"Developments", "Site Improvements", and "Maintenance", and detailed the permit and
construction requirements associated with each. The Village Board approved these
changes last July.
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Proposed Development Code Modifications
May 1, 2002
DISCUSSION
We have now completed the second part of the task by addressing the remaining
concerns with the Development Code, specifically the reorganization of the chapters to
eliminate redundant or conflicting information concerning site construction requirements.
To that end, the current Development Code will be split into two chapters 15 and 16.
Chapter 15 will contain all subdivision, development, and site improvement procedures.
(The current code shows Chapter 15 as "reserved"). This chapter also includes
information detailing all aspects of the permit process, and intended to make the entire
Code more "user friendly". Chapter 16 will be dedicated to site construction standards.
Two other chapters, 9 and 22 will be completely reorganized so that pertinent sections
can be included in the development code and redundant information eliminated. These
four chapters will be identified as follows:
Current Chapter Title
Proposed Chapter Title
Chapter 9: "Streets & Sidewalks"
"Village Utility, Street, and
Tree Regulations"
Chapter 15: -- reserved --
"Subdivision, Development
'and Site I.mprovement'Procedures"
Chapter 16: "Development"
"Site Construction Standards"
Chapter 22: "Water, Sewer, and
Floodplain Regulations"
"Floodplain Regulations"
Minor changes will also be made to Chapter 14, "Zoning"; Chapter 18, "Traffic"; Chapter
21, "Building Code"; and Chapter 24, "Fire Prevention Code" to provi~ie consistency
throughout the Village Code..
Finally, during the process of reorganizing the Code, we have taken the opportunity and
time to reexamine the content of the Code. Most of the Code is current, clear, and needed
no additional modifications. However, where we identified out of date regulations or
standards, inconsistencies, or other problems, these have been corrected. Some of the
changes in the content of the Code include:
- Elimination of the Private Development Completion Guarantee.
(Current Section 16.607; Proposed Section n/a)
- Sight triangles have been better defined to reflect national design standards.
(Current Sections 9.105, 9.117, and 14.2401; Proposed Section 9.308)
- Sprinkling bans have been changed to allow even numbered addresses on even
numbered days, and odd numbered addresses on odd numbered days.
(Current Section 22.405.2.A.1; Proposed Section 9.406.B.1.a)
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Proposed Development Code Modifications
May 1,2002
The policy of assisting residents with the restoration work within the public right of way
associated with sanitary service repair has been incorporated in the Code.
(Current Section n/a; Proposed Section 9.504.D)
The requirement that detention ponds be located a minimum of 25' from a building has
been eliminated. (Current Section 16.405.F; Proposed Section n/a)
- Fees for reinspections for Certificates of Occupancy and Completion have been
instituted. (Current Section n/a; Proposed Section 15.702.D.3)
The measures listed above have allowed the maximum review time for a site
development to be reduced from sixty (60) days to thirty (30) days.
(Current Section 16.302.C.1; Proposed Section 15.403.C. 1 )
These proposed modifications to the Village Codes were brought before the Economic
Development Commission on February 7, 2002, and before the Planning and Zoning
Commission on February 14, 2002. Both commissions expressed support for the
proposed changes.
RECOMMENDATION
We believe that these proposed changes to the Development Code make the Code easier
to use for developers, designers, and contractors, as well as for Staff. For that reason we
recommend approving a0d adopting the proposed changes to the Development Code.
The changes to the Village Code discussed in this memo were presented at the Commitlee
of the Whole Meeting on April 9, 2002, and received a favorable response. It is therefore
our intent to present these changes for a first reading at the Village Board meeting on May
7,2002. Appropriate Village staff will be on hand to answer any questions that you or the
Village Board may have.
Chuck Lindelof
Director of Public Works Glen R. Andler
Director of Community Development William J. Cooney, Jr., AICP
Fire Chief Michael J. Figolah
VilIage Clerk Velma Lowe
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