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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPLAN COMMISSION - 06/20/1979 - CEDAR CREST ANNEX AND REZONING J • • MINUTES Elk Grove Plan Commission June 20, 1979 The regular meeting of the Plan Commission was called to order by Acting Chairman Cummins at 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 20, 1979, in the Multi- Purpose Room of the Municipal Building, 901 Wellington Avenue. MEMBERS PRESENT: MEMBERS ABSENT: Leah Cummins, Acting Chairman None Fred Geinosky STAFF PRESENT: John Glass Stephen M. Feller, George Mullen Administrative Assistant Orrin Stangeland Docket 79-2: Cedar Crest Annexation and Rezoning Samuel LaSusa, Attorney, was present to represent the petitioner. The petitioner was requesting that the Village annex approximately ten acres of property located on the southeast corner of Meacham and Biesterfield Roads. The annexation would be made contingent on 2.11 acres of the property being rezoned to B-3, Automotive Oriented District, and the remainder of the property being rezoned to A-1, Special Use, for the construction of townhouses. The Village's Official Map indicates the property be zoned R-3, Residential District. LaSusa began by presenting a revised site plan for the project. He suggested that the Plan Commission delay any decision on the proposed development until the next meeting in order to allow the operating departments sufficient time to review the plan. Cummins acknowledged the petitioner's request by indicating that the revised plan would be considered at the next meeting of the Plan Commission. She added that the meeting on the first Wednesday in July would be cancelled due to the Independance Day holiday; therefore, the next meeting would be held on July 18, 1979. The other members of the Plan Commission concurred in this decision. Cummins then noted that there were several people in the audience who resided near the proposed Cedar Crest development. She asked if any of the residents wished to comment on the project. A man from the audience stated that he was primarily concerned about the location of the proposed retention pond. LaSusa responded that the revised plan provided for on-site retention facilities. Mullen stated that in his opinion the proposed development would not be approved unless it provided for an on-site retention facility and public streets. LaSusa asked if the Village had a new policy which would not allow the construction of private streets. Cummins replied that the Village has such a policy, and that it is a result of past problems with insuring the maintenance of the private streets. LaSusa stated that the private streets in the Roundtree development were constructed in conformance with Village standards. He continued by suggesting that the Village Trustees should follow the example of other communities in the Chicago area and permit the construction of private streets. • P.C. Minutes - 2 - June 20, 1979 Docket 79-2 (continued) Cummins noted that the Plan Commission had recently met with the Village Board, at which time it was stated that private streets are not acceptable. LaSusa stated that it would not be economically feasible for the petitioner to conform with this requirement. He added that the Development Company would be forced to consider such options as smaller and more densely located units. Next, Cummins asked the petitioner if he had received a copy of the transcript from the public hearing which was held on April 18, 1979. LaSusa replied that he had not received a copy, at which point a copy was given to him. Cummins noted that the Plan Commission's major concerns with the proposed development were described at the public hearing. Cummins continued by asking the petitioner if he had cleared up the ownership questions of Home Avenue. LaSusa stated that he had been unable to resolve the matter. Glass asked if the petitioner had received any inquiries on the commercial property. LaSusa responded that he had not pursued the matter. Cummins concluded the discussion by noting that the revised plan would be considered at the meeting on July 18, 1979. Plat of Dedication for Streets in Section 24 Cummins stated that both the Engineering and Building Departments had recommended approval of the plat. She noted, however, that the Staff Engineer had stated that the Meacham Road right-of-way provided in Section 24 was offset from the Meacham Road right-of-way in Section 23A. Mullen inquired as to the reason for the offsetting of the proposed right-of-way. Joseph Luciani, Director of Land Development for Centex Homes, responded that the present right-of-way along Meacham Road jogs to the east at the point where it crosses the Chicago District Pipeline. Luciani stated that the right-of-way which is to be dedicated would make a similar jog. Stangeland continued the questioning by asking if the proposed right-of-way would sufficiently accommodate six lanes of roadway. Luciani responded by stating that because of the jog, there would be a maximum of four lanes through the area. Mullen then asked how much additional area would be needed to match-up the two rights-of-way. Luciani responded that it would require dedicating an additional 33 feet along Meacham Road, but that such action would throw off the balance of open space provided in the site plan. Cummins suggested that the Plan Commission should get approval from Cook County before accepting the plat. Mullens concurred, stating that if the County felt that the additional dedication was necessary then it would be inconsiderate of the Village not to require it. Luciani noted that the developer had provided for the necessary setbacks in the event that the County would desire to take the additional 33 feet. Cummins then directed staff to inquire as to the County's position on the matter, and to report back to the Plan Commission at the next meeting. P.C. Minutes - 3 - June 20, 1979 Minutes Cummins asked that the notes from the June 19, 1979 meeting with the JPZ Committee be changed to incorporate her statement that the Plan Commission should have full participation in the selection of a consultant. Acting Chairman Geinosky made a motion that Stangeland be named as the Acting Chairman of the Plan Commission for the next two meetings. Mullen seconded the motion. All present voted 'AYE' . The meeting adjourned at 9:15 p.m. Submitted by: Stephen M,.: Feller Administrative Assistant SMF:ms c: Chairman & Members of Plan Commission, Village President and Board of Trustees, Village Clerk, Village Manager, Assistant Village Manager, Administrative Assistant, Administrative Intern, Building Commissioner, Village Engineer, Director of Parks and Recreation, Centex, NWMC.