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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPLAN COMMISSION - 11/04/1992 - SUPER KMART DEVELOPMENT PLAN 0 46 ELK GROVE VILLAGE • PLAN COMMISSION MINUTES November 4, 1992 Present: John R. Glass, Chairman Fred Geinosky, Secretary John Meyers Charles Henrici George Mullen David Paliganoff Paul Ayers Absent: Pat Feichter Tom Parker Staff: Renee M. Farrell , Administrative Assistant Al Boffice, Director of Engineering/ Community Development Petitioners: Dale Inman, Kmart Bob Gudmundson, Cowhey, Gudmundson, Leder, Ltd. Eileen Melman, Kmart Don O'Hara, Barton-Aschman Associates Wendy Schulenberg, Weinbach and Associates Joseph Blockman, Real Estate Consultant Chairman Glass called the meeting to order at 8:00 p.m. Item A: Super Kmart - Development Plan Inman stated that the subject site is a vacant 22.7 acre parcel on the northwest corner of Meacham and Biesterfield. The proposed Kmart is a combination grocery store and retail store occupying 186,266 square feet. A separate building containing five(5) retail stores would be located just directly north of the Kmart building. Inman also stated that parking was provided at a ratio of 6.8 spaces per 1,000 square feet for a total of 1,309 parking stalls. That figure is 133 spaces above what is required by Village ordinance. Inman explained that there will be three(3) entrances/exits to the site on Meacham Road and two(2) on Biesterfield. The western most access point on Biesterfield and the northern most access point on Meacham are designed for service and truck entry. Inman further proposed that Kmart is a permitted commercial use in the B-2 zoning district. Gudmundson presented to the Plan Commission Engineering Plans for . the proposed utilities to the site. Gudmundson explain that Centex provided the site with stormwater detention within the existing detention basin located to the north and the west of the site. On the east side of the site an existing 18 inch sanitary sewer runs along Plan Commiss* Minutes November 4, 1992 Page 2 • Meacham Road and connects to the proposed sanitary sewer for the site at the northeast corner of the property. Gudmundson noted that the existing 12 inch watermain on Meacham will be extended to the northerly property line to create an internal loop surrounding the property to connect to the existing 16 inch watermain on Biesterfield. Gudmundson explained that the majority of parking stalls will conform to the 9 x 19 foot dimensions, however, Plan Commission approval is needed for the 17 foot depth for parking stalls that are directly adjacent to Meacham and Biesterfield Roads. The 17 foot depth will allow for an additional 2 feet of landscaping on the perimeter of the parking lot. O'Hara spoke in regards to the traffic analysis for the proposed site. O'Hara stated the method of analysis was to calculate the existing traffic count and project traffic estimates for the development. Peak hour traffic volumes and normal traffic distribution were analyzed. O'Hara gave the following breakdown of estimated traffic distribution for the site. North on Meacham 40% • South on Meacham 20% West on Biesterfield 13% East on Biesterfield 27% Total 70-5-9 O'Hara also predicated 600 cars will travel in and out of the center on a weekday and 800 cars on a Saturday. O'Hara stated that the main drive on Meacham and eastern most drive on Biesterfield would be primary access points for the center. O'Hara gave the following list of road improvements for the center: - the addition of a separate right-turn lane on Meacham at the intersection of Biesterfield and Meacham - the addition of a separate right-turn lane into the site on Meacham at Texas - the addition of a separate left-turn lane into the site on Meacham at Texas - the addition of a traffic signal at Meacham and Texas - the addition of a separate left-turn lane into the • site on Biesterfield - the addition of a separate right-turn lane into the site on Biesterfield Plan Commisse Minutes November 4, 1992 Page 3 • Schulenburg described the landscaping for the site as having primarily shade trees and hedges adjacent to Meacham and Biesterfield. A total of 66 trees will be provided for the parking lot. Schulenburg explained that the existing trees will be kept that surround the property. Screening adjacent to the surrounding residential properties will consist of a wide variety of plantings. Schulenburg explained that the placement of the fence will be approximately 30 feet from the back property line. Trees and shrubs will be planted and maintained by Kmart on both sides of the fence. Inman noted that there are Super Kmarts located in Medina and Montrose, Ohio. The Super Kmart grocery is similar to a Jewel or a Dominicks. Super Kmarts are being constructed in Vernon Hills and Portage, Indiana. Commissioner Ayers questioned the appearance of the Kmart facade. Inman stated that the building will be constructed of a steel frame and white cinder block with dryvit. Blue metal canopies will be placed at the entrance of the center. Commissioner Ayers questioned if an elevation study was performed to determine the impact of headlights on residential properties located on the east side of Meacham. Inman responded that an elevation study was not performed to determine if there was a negative impact on these • residents. Commissioner Ayers inquired about the concerns from staff. In response, Inman stated they will not plant perennials adjacent to evergreens to satisfy the concerns of the Public Works Department. Boffice mentioned an area of concern was the break in the main access aisle off Meacham. Boffice stated the break resulted in conflicting traffic lanes and insufficient que length. A possible solution would involve closing the center median to prevent left turns and traffic confusion. Inman responded with counter proposal to widen the entrance lane to two lanes. Inman stated the break in the aisle is necessary to keep as many cars away from the front of the store as possible. Chairman Glass questioned the ability of cars to safely maneuver the sharp turn when entering the parking area from the opening at the access aisles. Glass further expressed concern regarding the one door entrance to the store. Boffice mentioned a concern of paint striped islands in the parking lot and recommended that they be curbed and landscaped. Inman responded that the parking lot is designed for adequate landscaping and any additional landscaping would be difficult to maintain. • Chairman Glass stated that while there is enough landscaping provided for a buffer and screening of the site, there is a lack of trees for sufficient landscaping of the parking lot. Plan Commissio Minutes November 4, 1992 Page 4 • Boffice stated that the main entrance on Biesterfield should be relocated 100 feet to the west to maintain the length of the left turn lane on Biesterfield and allow for a better segregation of left turn lanes. O'Hara maintained that the relocation would result in an inconsistency in the placement of the driveway with respect to the south side driveways on Meacham. O'Hara did not believe that the proximity of the left turn lanes would result in a traffic problem. Boffice stated that if the fence were to be located 30 feet from the property line then additional landscaping is necessary inside the fence. Boffice also recommended more landscaping along the frontages of the buildings directly inside the fence. Commissioner Ayers questioned if the retail store will be built at the same time. Inman was unsure of the construction schedule for the two buildings. Commissioner Ayers question the intentions for the southeast corner of the lot. Inman responded that there are no future plans for use of the corner other than parking. Commissioner Paliganoff inquired about the proposed signal on Texas and Meacham. O'Hara stated that currently the signal is • unwarranted for installation, however, he expects the signal will be warranted with the the proposed development. Commissioner Paliganoff question the necessity of the back lot parking. Inman stated the parking is crucial during certain times of the year. Inman also stated that the Super Kmart will be open 24 hours. Chairman Glass opened the floor to audience comments. The following people expressed opposition to the Super Kmart: Jeff & Cathy Seiflow John Gordon Roger Bianco ' Pat Jett Bob & Sylvia Didomenico Tom Hayes Linda Detholm William Briggs Denis Quinn Ray Prost Joyce Martinovech frank Miceli Avelino Javier Through the discussions from the audience it was made known that Kmart plans to request for a sign variation for a pylon sign advertising the center. Melman added that Kmart will sell national brands of grocery items as well as Kmart brands. • A resident requested that a berm be placed underneath the fence to provide for additional screening. Plan Commisse Minutes • November 4, 1992 Page 5 • Chairman Glass reiterated the concerns to be addressed by Kmart before the next meeting: - Provision of berming along the fence to provide additional screening. - Provision of additional landscaping along the frontages of the buildings directly inside the fence. - Provisions of curb and landscaping in the parking lot. - Resolve open areas of concern with staff. - Resolve the main entrance location on Biesterfield with staff. - Resolve the main access aisle issue with staff. Chairman Glass also requested Kmart to give an explanation as to why they selected the proposed site for development at the next meeting on December 2. Adjournment: • Commissioner Mullen made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Commissioner Paliganoff seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. Chairman Glass adjourned the meeting at 12:10 p.m. Respectfully submitted, submiitttedd,, - 4 Renee M. 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