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HomeMy WebLinkAboutJPZ - 05/01/2000 - REGULATIONS ON DEAD TREES/LANDSCAPING/FENCING J� JPZ COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES MAY 1, 2000 7:30 P.M. CHERNICK CONFERENCE ROOM MEMBERS PRESENT: Trustee Lissner, Chairman Trustee Czarnik, Member Trustee Prochno, Member STAFF PRESENT: Michael J. Cavallini, Health Services Coordinator Alan Boffice, Director of Engineering & Community Development Stephen Schmidt, Police Chief GUESTS: Bart Dill, Village Trustee Dean Roeing, resident Theresa Anesinis, resident Regulations on Dead trees/Landscaping The Committee reviewed the results of the survey conducted by the NWMC. No village regulates dead trees as an aesthetic issue. Nancy Czamik stated that dead bushes were one of the issues brought up during the open comment period last August. Most dead bushes can be removed for little or no cost. Trees on the other hand can be expensive to cut down and remove. Michael Cavallini stated that the curbside yard waste program takes limbs up to only 3.5 inches in diameter. The Public Works spring branch collection program takes limbs up to 8 inches in diameter. Larger diameter limbs and trunks would require a special pick up. Mr. Lissner would like to see the Village encourage residents to remove dead bushes and trees. The Village would recommend homeowners utilize the conflict resolution program when attempting to settle difficult situations involving dead trees on adjoining properties. It was the consensus of the Committee not to propose any changes to present ordinances. Dead trees and bushes would be regarded as a nuisance when health and safety issues are involved. Health Services, Engineering & Community Development, and the Police Department would continue to review tree and bush concerns on a case by case basis. Fencing The Committee requested information on a fence replacement program similar to the concrete replacement program. By guaranteeing a certain amount of replacement or new fences, the Village could save residents money on installation costs. Alan Boffice will check with area fence installers on the possibility of implementing such a program. Mr. Boffice will present his findings at a future JPZ Meeting. Other Issues The Committee reviewed all issues that were presented over the past 8 months. After discussing each issue it was the consensus of the Committee to remain with their original decisions. Health Services, Engineering& Community Development, and the Police Department will continue to work together when dealing with residential health and safety issues. Alan Boffice stated that he has developed a new housing maintenance form that will allow the Property Maintenance Inspector to note any health and/or police violations observed during routine inspections. Upon return to the office the Property Maintenance Inspector will forward the report on to the proper department for follow up and correction (see attached form). The Committee requested additional information regarding the preparation of the brochure on neighborhood preservation issues identified in the Assistant Village Manager's summery memo. Chairman Lissner adjourned the meeting at 8:08 PM. Respectfully submitted: Michael J. Cavallini Health Services Coordinator c: President and Board of Trustees, Village Manager, Assistant Village Manager, Asst. to the Village Manager, Village Clerk, Chief of Police, Director of Engineering & Community Development, Health Services Coordinator, Assistant Director of Community Development SINGLE FAMILY PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE INSPECTLiN FORM ENGINEERING & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT (847) 357-4220 PROPERTY ADDRESS INSPECTION DATE OWNER ADDRESS OCCUPANT EXTERIOR FEATURES NO YES 1. Is the exterior of the principal structure maintained structurally sound in _ _ good condition and free from holes, rotting materials, peeling, flaking and chipped paint? 2. Is the fascia and soffit maintained structurally sound, in good condition and _ free from holes, rotting materials, peeling, flaking and chipped paint? 3. Is the roof and flashing sound, tight and free from defects that admit rain or animals? Are shingles missing? 4. Is every window and window frame in sound condition, good repair, weathertight and free from broken or cracked glass? 5. Are all exterior doors, door frames and door hardware maintained in good condition and weathertight? 6. Are all handrails and guardrails fastened firmly and maintained in good condition? 7. Are gutters and leaders, if installed, in good repair and properly anchored to the roof and walls? 8. Is the building address number installed and clearly visible from the street? _ 9. Are all accessory structures including garages, decks, pools fences, walls, sheds, etc. maintained structurally sound, in good condition and free from holes, rotting materials, peeling, flaking and chipped paint? 10. Are exterior property areas maintained in a clean, safe and debris free condition? (refer to Health Department) 11. Do grass/weeds exceed 8" in height? (refer to Health Department) 12. Is the property graded to prevent standing water and drainage problems? 13. Are all sidewalks, walkways, stoops, driveways and parking areas in a _ proper state of repair free from holes, ruts and trip hazards? 14. Are trees/bushes overhanging public property? 15. Are all vehicles parked on a concrete or asphalt surface? 16. Have vehicles damaged unpaved areas of the lot? 17. Are there unlicensed, abandoned or dismantled vehicles on the property? _ (refer to Police Department) Reinspection Date The Housing Maintenance Inspector has made an exterior inspection of your home and has found the above deficiencies as checked in the "NO" column. To prevent further deterioration, we advise that you take precautionary measures to correct these deficiencies. Thank you for your cooperation.