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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPLAN COMMISSION - 07/08/1987 - HIGGINS/ELMHURST - ROGERS INDUSTRIAL PARK Minutes ELIC GROVE VILLAGE PLAN COMMISSION Date: Wednesday, July 8, 1987 Location: Council Chamber Municipal Building 901 Wellington Avenue Members Present: Members Absent: John Glass, Chairman George Mullen Leah Cummins, Secretary Philip Knudsen Clark Fulton David Paliganoff Fred Geinosky Staff Present: Thomas Rettenbacher, Building Commissioner Robin Weaver, Administrative Assistant Julie Carius, Administrative Intern The meeting and public hearing were called to order by Chairman Glass at 8:08 p.m. Docket 87-3: Higgins/Elmhurst, Rogers Industrial Park Rezoning Petition - I-1 to I-2 (Near Southeast Corner) (P.H. 5-20-87; 6-3-87; recessed to 7-8-87) Present: Steve Malato, Attorney representing petitioner Kathy Rogers, Representative from Rogers Industrial Park William Schmitz, Managing Agent of Rogers Industrial Park Gary Schraw, Architect, son of John P. Schraw, preparer of architectural drawings Alvin Skoog, Project Engineer from Fletcher Engineering Malato began by presenting a plat which showed the additional right-of-way on Higgins Road. Malato also explained that the petitioner ds continuing to look for ownership information on the triangular piece of property to the south. In the meantime, the petitioner will accept the responsibility of landscaping and maintaining the property. Schmitz explained that 137 parking stalls will be available and that approximately 60 employees will work in the planned building. Schmitz added that this site will have the same types of uses as the rest of the Rogers Industrial Park: light manufacturing; warehousing; distribution and storage. Fred Geinosky asked what the economic impact of this property would be for the Village. Malato explained that this new business will create 60 new jobs and that the building value will be approximately $2,100,000 and will require minimal Village services. Malato added that they will not be requesting any variations. Plan Commission Minutes - 2 - July 8, 1987 Docket 87-3 (continued) Leah Cummins inquired whether there would be any retail business within the Industrial Park. Schmitz replied that their business would not include retail. Dave Paliganoff requested that the petitioner present for the record, proof of ownership and what their insurance covers in terms of the triangular parcel next to petitioner's property. Malato agreed to submit this information. John Glass adjourned the Public Hearing at 8:28 p.m. Following discussion of the petition, Leah Cummins made a motion to recommend the rezoning of the parcel from I-1 to I-2. Clark Fulton seconded the motion and the vote was unanimous. Docket 87-5: Northwest National Bank Elk Crossing - Special Location Plan Present: Anthony Cassata, Architect, Daly & Associates Bruce Logan, Attorney representing Northwest National Bank Ken Behles, Architect for Northwest National Bank James Aldrich, President, Northwest National Bank William Nagel, Senior Vice President, Northwest National Bank Rich Newbauer, Representative from McDonald's Discussion regarding the Elk Crossing Special Location Plan took place prior to Chairman Glass opening the public hearing on Northwest National Bank at 9 p.m. Tom Rettenbacher commented that the Elk Crossing Special Location Plan had insufficient details; for example, it does not show dimensions. He added, however, that the plan does show that such additions can be accomplished. Rettenbacher also inquired about the maintenance agreement at Elk Crossing. Behles replied that they will make any adjustments necessary to comply with the approved special location plan. Behles responded to questions asked at the June 3 Plan Commission meeting: 1. The greatest number of employees on duty at Northwest National Bank at any given time would be 13 -- not 25 as previously stated in error. 2. Behles mentioned that he is aware of all staff comments and will agree to comply. Rettenbacher stated that he would have no objection to the approval of the special location plan, subject to staff review of the addition of the detailed information. Fred Geinosky made the motion to recommend approval of the Special Location Plan subject to: (1) Staff review of the revised plan which shall include adequate details; and (2) Staff review of the language requiring maintenance of the parking area. Leah Cummins seconded the motion and the vote was unanimous. 0 Plan Commission Minutes - 3 - July 8, 1987 Docket 87-5: Northwest National Bank Rezoning Petition (Elk Crossing Shopping Center) (P.H. 6-3-87; recessed to 7-8-87) Present: Anthony Cassata, Architect, Daly & Associates Bruce Logan, Attorney representing Northwest National Bank Ken Behles, Architect for Northwest National Bank James Aldrich, President, Northwest National Bank William Nagel, Senior Vice President, Northwest National Bank Rich Newbauer, Representative from McDonald's The Public Hearing was formally opened at 9:03 p.m. Ken Behles reviewed the points covered in the discussion before the opening of the public hearing: 1. Behles explained the changes to the site plan in regard to the parking spaces. 2. Lighting of the bank parking lot will be controlled by the Northwest National Bank, not Elk Crossing. 3. The Bank will adhere to the tree species comment made by Staff. 4. There will be a maximum of 13 employees working at one time. 5. The Bank exceeds the number of parking spaces required. Logan added that they will comply with the Special Location Plan. John Glass remarked that they should be aware of the sign ordinance. Chairman Glass adjourned the public hearing at 9:11 p.m. Discussion concerning the number of handicapped parking spaces at Northwest National Bank followed. Behles showed that they will have the required amount of handicapped parking stalls. Geinosky moved to recommend approval of the rezoning from B-2 to B-3 for the purpose of a drive-up banking facility. Cummins seconded the motion and the vote was unanimous. Chairman Glass called a ten minute recess. Docket 87-6: Brentwood Baptist Church Petition for Rezoning: R-3 to A-2 (Mark Hopkins School) (P.H. 6-17-87; 7-8-87) Present: Charles Hervas, Attorney representing petitioner John Gaye, Deacon at Brentwood Baptist Church Gary Schra w, son of John Schra w, Architect for Brentwood Baptist Church James Hines, Pastor of Brentwood Baptist Church Hervas began by noting that proof of ownership was sent to the Village to be placed on file. Plan Commission Minutes - 4 - July 8, 1987 Docket 87-6: Brentwood Baptist Church (continued) Phil Knudsen inquired as to whether or not the structure was conforming. Rettenbacher explained that the structure is nonconforming because it has less than a 20 foot rear yard. Therefore, any additions cannot be made without a variation. John Glass expressed his concerns about A-2 zoning and asked if another zoning classification would be appropriate. Hervas stated that he talked with George Knickerbocker who preferred A-2 zoning as opposed to a Special Use Permit because the Church would be using the building as a secondary use not a primary use. Glass added that he was concerned about the potential re-uses of the property under A-2 zoning. Rettenbacher explained that the property is less than ten acres and therefore it would not be Senior Housing per our classifications nor did it qualify as congregate housing. Rettenbacher added that a maximum of 37 units would be allowed on the site if the current structure were removed. Chairman Glass asked about the status of the petitioner's request of Commonwealth Edison to utilize their right-of-way for parking. Hervas explained that the petitioner has control of a 60 foot easement for their own use and that an agreement is being prepared to cover maintenance responsibility on the right-of-way. Cummins asked why special assistance services such as handrails would be optional rather than standard in the apartments. Hervas answered that each apartment is equipped so that such special needs can be easily added at the resident's request. It is thought that some residents would not want such devices. Paliganoff reviewed the draft resident application form submitted by the petitioner. He pointed out that it lacks enforcement if the resident needs convalescent care; that the petitioner has no ability to force them out. Hervas explained that he has not yet contacted a real estate attorney; therefore, the resident application submitted to the Plan Commission is a summary draft document. The final document should be ready in approximately four - six weeks. The petitioner does not wish to turn over the document for the sake of privacy. Hervas added that if a resident comes to need convales- cent care, proper arrangements shall be made through the church, not the courts. Robin Weaver submitted a report from Chief Engelbrecht on existing traffic volume and parking patterns in the area of this property. Chairman Glass adjourned the hearing at 9:53 p.m. Discussion ensued concerning the A-2 zoning; if such action would be a poor precedent or not; what other schools may close; the impact of multi-family in single-family neighborhoods. Cummins noted that there has been no opposition by the neighbors. Cummins made the motion to recommend rezoning of the parcel from R-3 to A-2 for the purpose of developing independent living units. David Paliganoff seconded the motion and the vote was unanimous. Plan Commission Minutes - 5 - July 8, 1987 Elk Crossing - Landscape and Screening Plan (McDonald's) The Plan Commission reviewed the Elk Crossing Landscape and Screening Plan -- McDonald's Restaurant portion only. Fred Geinosky made a motion to recommend approval of the Plan. Clark Fulton seconded, and the vote was unanimous. Lively-Mario Subdivision: 2 Lots (Lively Boulevard and Brummel Avenue) Robin Weaver stated that Staff recommends approval. Fred Geinosky made a motion to recommend that the subdivision plat be approved. Cummins seconded, and the vote was unanimous. Chairman Glass adjourned the meeting at 10:30 p.m. Respectfully submitted, ga-U, 0, Julie A. Carius Administrative Intern ms c: Chairman and Members of Plan Commission, Village President, Board of Trustees, Village Clerk, Village Manager, Assistant Village Manager, Administrative Assistant, Administrative Intern, Building Commissioner, Village Engineer, Director of Public Works, Fire Chief, Deputy Fire Chief, Village Attorney, Park District, NWMC.